1 Timothy 1:16 "I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display His unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe in Him and receive eternal life."
Your past is your past for a reason. God wants you to share your testimony with others so that they may see you are far from perfect and yet God still loves you and forgives you. For me, I feel the need to share my testimony with youth. So they stay on a righteous path that pleases God not men. Stay away from alcohol and sexual immorality. Stay pure and It will pay off in the long run. The purity code is a great book for this.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Day 127: The Lord's Counsel
1 Kings 22:5 "First seek the Lord's counsel."
In all things seek the Lord's counsel, not last, but FIRST. For the Lord will surely speak to you--through people, through His Word, through songs, church, etc. Just listen and wait. And don't act until you know what His counsel is. With most matters, the Holy Spirit is with you (some people refer to it as their conscience or "gut feeling") and decisions can be made quickly. But when a matter does require some thought and advice, don't seek worldly advice, seek advice from the Lord. Thank You for Your guidance Lord! Amen.
In all things seek the Lord's counsel, not last, but FIRST. For the Lord will surely speak to you--through people, through His Word, through songs, church, etc. Just listen and wait. And don't act until you know what His counsel is. With most matters, the Holy Spirit is with you (some people refer to it as their conscience or "gut feeling") and decisions can be made quickly. But when a matter does require some thought and advice, don't seek worldly advice, seek advice from the Lord. Thank You for Your guidance Lord! Amen.
Day 126: New Self
Colossians 3:10 "Put on the new self with is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its creator."
As Christians we are to "take off" our old selves (our earthly/worldly/fleshly ways) and "put on" Christian principles and morals. This "new self" is being renewed/restored daily/constantly as we see life through the eyes of our creator. Going back to Louie Giglio's talk, we are so small compared to the stars and yet we are so intricate. Not only does God want us to know how BIG He is...He wants us to know how LOVED we are. This is just our temporary home and we are called to love each other and glorify God. Pretty simple task when you think about it. We WAY over-complicate life ;o)
As Christians we are to "take off" our old selves (our earthly/worldly/fleshly ways) and "put on" Christian principles and morals. This "new self" is being renewed/restored daily/constantly as we see life through the eyes of our creator. Going back to Louie Giglio's talk, we are so small compared to the stars and yet we are so intricate. Not only does God want us to know how BIG He is...He wants us to know how LOVED we are. This is just our temporary home and we are called to love each other and glorify God. Pretty simple task when you think about it. We WAY over-complicate life ;o)
Day 125: The Lord's Fire
1 Kings 18: 38 "Then the fire of the Lord fell and burned up the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and the soil, and also licked up the water in the trench."
God's power is way beyond our wildest imagination. He created all the stars in the sky and knows them each by name. He created each individual person and has the hairs on their head numbered. Don't ever give in to worldly idols--wealth, food, sex, drugs, etc. For God is so much greater and can do much more for you than sinful idols ever can. Trust in the Lord, call upon Him and He will show you His mighty fire. The Lord is Good. Thank You Father. I love You and I thank You. Amen.
God's power is way beyond our wildest imagination. He created all the stars in the sky and knows them each by name. He created each individual person and has the hairs on their head numbered. Don't ever give in to worldly idols--wealth, food, sex, drugs, etc. For God is so much greater and can do much more for you than sinful idols ever can. Trust in the Lord, call upon Him and He will show you His mighty fire. The Lord is Good. Thank You Father. I love You and I thank You. Amen.
Day 124: The Eyes of the Lord
2 Chronicles 16:9 "For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him."
It has been said before: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. When your heart is for the Lord--He knows and He will give you the strength to do anything that will glorify Him.
When I was in labor with my daughter, I recited the scripture "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" with each contraction. I know in my heart the Lord gave me strength, kept me at peace, and gave me/blessed me with a fast labor and delivery.
Lord may I learn to lean on You always for strength! Amen.
It has been said before: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. When your heart is for the Lord--He knows and He will give you the strength to do anything that will glorify Him.
When I was in labor with my daughter, I recited the scripture "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" with each contraction. I know in my heart the Lord gave me strength, kept me at peace, and gave me/blessed me with a fast labor and delivery.
Lord may I learn to lean on You always for strength! Amen.
Day 123: Be Content
Philippians 4:12-13 "I know what is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him who gives me strength."
The secret is this: God may not always give you what you want, but He will ALWAYS give you what you need. Be happy with everything He has given you. After all they are His and they are all blessings in some way. Your body, personality, talents, job, relationships, possessions--they are all His--HE gives them to you. Be thankful and be happy. God is so good! Amen.
The secret is this: God may not always give you what you want, but He will ALWAYS give you what you need. Be happy with everything He has given you. After all they are His and they are all blessings in some way. Your body, personality, talents, job, relationships, possessions--they are all His--HE gives them to you. Be thankful and be happy. God is so good! Amen.
Day 122: Our Citizenship
Philippians 3:20 "But our citizenship is in Heaven. And we eagerly await a savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ."
Yes I am a citizen of the USA, but this is my temporary home. My real home is in Heaven with God. Although live here on earth can be a roller coaster, try not to dwell on the ups and the downs. Instead, focus on the BIG PICTURE: I was created to glorify God here on earth. I can do this by being a good wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Remember that I only have control of my own actions and I am called to shine God's light: to love others so that they too may be citizens of Heaven. Lord give me the strength, courage, patience, and kindness to do this. Thank you! Amen.
Yes I am a citizen of the USA, but this is my temporary home. My real home is in Heaven with God. Although live here on earth can be a roller coaster, try not to dwell on the ups and the downs. Instead, focus on the BIG PICTURE: I was created to glorify God here on earth. I can do this by being a good wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Remember that I only have control of my own actions and I am called to shine God's light: to love others so that they too may be citizens of Heaven. Lord give me the strength, courage, patience, and kindness to do this. Thank you! Amen.
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