Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Remember. . . Seasons Change!
"While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease." ~ Genesis 8:22
Attacks do not last forever! People change. Circumstances change. The weather changes. The seasons of your life will forever be in a cycle of change. Do not be discouraged! I want to encourage you to expect supernatural and dramatic change in your life. There is another tomorrow on the horizon. "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Nothing lasts forever, except for God, and His goodness!
It is true, lasting hope comes, neither from our circumstances, nor from within ourselves! Our hope comes from God. There is nothing like coming out of spiritual drought, and entering into the river of blessings. It seems that practically every area of life has its seasons of drought -- jobs, marriages, families, and churches, just to mention a few. One thing you will find in common with these areas, in practically every season of drought, is relationship problems. They are directly attributed to the involvement of people as the major cause. Nevertheless, maybe none is as difficult as the ones we experience in our spiritual lives. How do you survive these times?
First, maintain a spiritual discipline! In adversity, the tendency is to neglect Bible-reading, prayer, church attendance, and fellowship with other believers. God has made us that we cannot survive without one another, and Him! So many, when they are attacked, take on the character of a Lone Ranger. You are sure to be lunchmeat for the enemy, then. Secondly, acquire spiritual discernment! Psalm 54:3-4 says, "For strangers are risen up against me, and oppressors seek after my soul... Behold, God is my helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul." David had it together! Thirdly, anticipate spiritual deliverance! Please know that you are coming out of your mess, and it will be by the mighty hand of God, Himself. That, my Friend, is an uncompromising faith!
Your season will change! Every time you use and stand on your faith, Almighty God will reach to the remotest star in the universe to bring you complete and total deliverance. He will deliver you from drought, and bring you into "rivers of living water." Get ready to drink -- again!
Attacks do not last forever! People change. Circumstances change. The weather changes. The seasons of your life will forever be in a cycle of change. Do not be discouraged! I want to encourage you to expect supernatural and dramatic change in your life. There is another tomorrow on the horizon. "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Nothing lasts forever, except for God, and His goodness!
It is true, lasting hope comes, neither from our circumstances, nor from within ourselves! Our hope comes from God. There is nothing like coming out of spiritual drought, and entering into the river of blessings. It seems that practically every area of life has its seasons of drought -- jobs, marriages, families, and churches, just to mention a few. One thing you will find in common with these areas, in practically every season of drought, is relationship problems. They are directly attributed to the involvement of people as the major cause. Nevertheless, maybe none is as difficult as the ones we experience in our spiritual lives. How do you survive these times?
First, maintain a spiritual discipline! In adversity, the tendency is to neglect Bible-reading, prayer, church attendance, and fellowship with other believers. God has made us that we cannot survive without one another, and Him! So many, when they are attacked, take on the character of a Lone Ranger. You are sure to be lunchmeat for the enemy, then. Secondly, acquire spiritual discernment! Psalm 54:3-4 says, "For strangers are risen up against me, and oppressors seek after my soul... Behold, God is my helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul." David had it together! Thirdly, anticipate spiritual deliverance! Please know that you are coming out of your mess, and it will be by the mighty hand of God, Himself. That, my Friend, is an uncompromising faith!
Your season will change! Every time you use and stand on your faith, Almighty God will reach to the remotest star in the universe to bring you complete and total deliverance. He will deliver you from drought, and bring you into "rivers of living water." Get ready to drink -- again!
Friday, September 24, 2010
A New Day Is Coming!
"And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten..." ~ Joel 2:25
Too many people go around with chips on their shoulders, bitter, resentful, and angry! Instead, the first thing we should do every morning is let go of the disappointments of yesterday. We have to keep our hopes up, because the best is yet to come. God will use those negative things that happen to us for our good.
Locusts are destructive creatures! A swarm may have a population of billions. They devour and destroy all vegetation. They are speedy creatures, who appear suddenly, and disappear just as quickly. A swarm can travel over long distances. Let me bring you a word of hope for the devastation that the enemy of your soul has brought you. God can restore what the locusts of your life have eaten!
What do folks feel as they look around at the devastation in their lives? Maybe, they feel hopeless, and can do nothing to change the way things are. Maybe, they feel depressed! Maybe, they feel like giving-up completely! On the other hand, some may feel like working very hard to do something to change things. How do we feel, when things hit our lives like a destructive swarm of locusts? There are seasons in our lives that involve famine and devastation, and there are also times of restoration. Sometimes, we wonder where bad things come from. What is their source? Are they God's judgment? Are they just natural circumstances? Do they come from our own bad choices? Do they happen, because we are in the wrong place at the wrong time? Keep in mind... God is a good God! He has a good plan for our lives, and an end that is full of His abundance and goodness.
Whatever the circumstances, we trust God's Word: "We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 Restoration comes to us, even when it looks impossible -- even after long-term devastation. God says, "I will restore to you the years..." Sometimes, devastation seems to eat away years of blessing. It may be the result of sin, or uncertain circumstances. Restoration has pre-requisites that cannot be overlooked. There has to be a genuine turning to God. God wants to restore you!
Too many people go around with chips on their shoulders, bitter, resentful, and angry! Instead, the first thing we should do every morning is let go of the disappointments of yesterday. We have to keep our hopes up, because the best is yet to come. God will use those negative things that happen to us for our good.
Locusts are destructive creatures! A swarm may have a population of billions. They devour and destroy all vegetation. They are speedy creatures, who appear suddenly, and disappear just as quickly. A swarm can travel over long distances. Let me bring you a word of hope for the devastation that the enemy of your soul has brought you. God can restore what the locusts of your life have eaten!
What do folks feel as they look around at the devastation in their lives? Maybe, they feel hopeless, and can do nothing to change the way things are. Maybe, they feel depressed! Maybe, they feel like giving-up completely! On the other hand, some may feel like working very hard to do something to change things. How do we feel, when things hit our lives like a destructive swarm of locusts? There are seasons in our lives that involve famine and devastation, and there are also times of restoration. Sometimes, we wonder where bad things come from. What is their source? Are they God's judgment? Are they just natural circumstances? Do they come from our own bad choices? Do they happen, because we are in the wrong place at the wrong time? Keep in mind... God is a good God! He has a good plan for our lives, and an end that is full of His abundance and goodness.
Whatever the circumstances, we trust God's Word: "We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 Restoration comes to us, even when it looks impossible -- even after long-term devastation. God says, "I will restore to you the years..." Sometimes, devastation seems to eat away years of blessing. It may be the result of sin, or uncertain circumstances. Restoration has pre-requisites that cannot be overlooked. There has to be a genuine turning to God. God wants to restore you!
Monday, September 20, 2010
*Chill Out!
*"I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing..., because I am going to the Father." ~ **John 14:12
*Do not sweat the small stuff! Put your mind on what is important! What does it mean to trust? Webster says: "Basic dependence on someone or something, a belief that something will happen or someone will act in a prescribed way."Trust is the key to successful living!
*Yet, if I were to ask, most would say they trust in God! Sometimes, that is not all that easy. Trusting God means believing in something we cannot see and often do not understand. You see, we find it easier to trust in things we can see and touch. The Bible teaches the things we can see are only temporary. Our church buildings, the pews on which we sit, pulpits, are all temporary. The churches Apostle Paul built are all gone. No matter what we do to slow down the process, cars, houses, and our bodies all get old and start falling apart. *
We look in the mirror and see our aging-bodies, and realize they are temporary, too! All the things you can see and touch are only here for a little while, and they are gone. Nevertheless, the things you cannot see last forever! God wants us to put our trust in Him. Moses trusted God to deliver the Israelites at the Red Sea. Joseph trusted God in Pharaoh's prison. David trusted God for a victory when he went against Goliath. Jonah trusted God to answer his prayer in the belly of the big fish. Noah trusted God when he was told to build an ark in the middle of the desert. *
Trusting God goes against our nature! It means we must admit we are not in control of our lives. Moreover, we so want to be in control! That is typical of all of us. We want to see what lies ahead, and be in control of it all. We want to know how everything is going to turn out -- before it gets here. We are never happy just following. However, just as the sheep follow their shepherd, we have to trust our Shepherd to lead us as "The Way, the Truth, and the Life." The enemy will try everything to keep us living in mediocrity. He knows that once we start moving forward, God will be able to lead us in His perfect will.*
*Do not sweat the small stuff! Put your mind on what is important! What does it mean to trust? Webster says: "Basic dependence on someone or something, a belief that something will happen or someone will act in a prescribed way."Trust is the key to successful living!
*Yet, if I were to ask, most would say they trust in God! Sometimes, that is not all that easy. Trusting God means believing in something we cannot see and often do not understand. You see, we find it easier to trust in things we can see and touch. The Bible teaches the things we can see are only temporary. Our church buildings, the pews on which we sit, pulpits, are all temporary. The churches Apostle Paul built are all gone. No matter what we do to slow down the process, cars, houses, and our bodies all get old and start falling apart. *
We look in the mirror and see our aging-bodies, and realize they are temporary, too! All the things you can see and touch are only here for a little while, and they are gone. Nevertheless, the things you cannot see last forever! God wants us to put our trust in Him. Moses trusted God to deliver the Israelites at the Red Sea. Joseph trusted God in Pharaoh's prison. David trusted God for a victory when he went against Goliath. Jonah trusted God to answer his prayer in the belly of the big fish. Noah trusted God when he was told to build an ark in the middle of the desert. *
Trusting God goes against our nature! It means we must admit we are not in control of our lives. Moreover, we so want to be in control! That is typical of all of us. We want to see what lies ahead, and be in control of it all. We want to know how everything is going to turn out -- before it gets here. We are never happy just following. However, just as the sheep follow their shepherd, we have to trust our Shepherd to lead us as "The Way, the Truth, and the Life." The enemy will try everything to keep us living in mediocrity. He knows that once we start moving forward, God will be able to lead us in His perfect will.*
Friday, September 17, 2010
Small Story but Meaning full
A little girl and her father were crossing a bridge.The father was kind of scared so he asked his little daughter:"Sweetheart, please hold my hand so that you don't fall into the river." The little girl said: "No, Dad. You hold my hand.""What's the difference?" Asked the puzzled father."There's a big difference," replied the little girl."If I hold your hand and something happens to me, chances are that I may let your hand go. But if you hold my hand, I know for sure that no matter what happens, you will never let my hand go." Are you ready to allow JESUS to hold your hand?. Think,Think........................
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
There's A Miracle In Your Mouth!
*"I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, 'Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says."* *~ Mark 11:23
*Years ago, Pastor John Osteen, Founder of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, said, "There is a miracle in your mouth!" Pastor John was saying that the way we speak determines what happens to us. I you always find the negative, and that's what you speak, that's what you will receive. You cannot have a positive outcome, while you speak a negative confession.*
*Miracles still happen for those with the courage to look, and the faith to believe! Whatever happened to miracles? Some say that the scientific era crucified miracles. I disagree! The real perpetrator in this attempted murder . . . is speech! We have lost the ability to recognize and describe the miraculous by the way we talk. We have what we say! As believers, we know this is a vital biblical truth. "A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul." Proverbs 18:7. The problem with many of God's people is they talk like the world around them, instead of talking what the Word of God says. Then, they are surprised when they find themselves in a big mess.*
*I meet folks, who have messed up with one failure after another, who only talk about -- "what a failure I am." Too many people are on the sidelines of God's greatness lacking enthusiasm about their future, simply because they made mistakes and experienced failure along the way. Let me help us.... God is not looking for perfect people! If that were the case, we would all be disqualified. God is looking for a man/woman, who has a heart for Him. God wants a people who recognize they are helpless, unless Almighty God is involved in their lives.*
*If you have a heart that is seeking God and you wake up each day striving to do your best, don't live feeling guilty and condemned! When those old thoughts come to mind saying, "You don't deserve anything from God," just respond with, "You're right! I don't deserve it, but that's what God's mercy is all about." The goodness of God will make miracles out of all your mistakes! Begin to speak God's blessings over your life, and watch it turn around!*
*Years ago, Pastor John Osteen, Founder of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, said, "There is a miracle in your mouth!" Pastor John was saying that the way we speak determines what happens to us. I you always find the negative, and that's what you speak, that's what you will receive. You cannot have a positive outcome, while you speak a negative confession.*
*Miracles still happen for those with the courage to look, and the faith to believe! Whatever happened to miracles? Some say that the scientific era crucified miracles. I disagree! The real perpetrator in this attempted murder . . . is speech! We have lost the ability to recognize and describe the miraculous by the way we talk. We have what we say! As believers, we know this is a vital biblical truth. "A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul." Proverbs 18:7. The problem with many of God's people is they talk like the world around them, instead of talking what the Word of God says. Then, they are surprised when they find themselves in a big mess.*
*I meet folks, who have messed up with one failure after another, who only talk about -- "what a failure I am." Too many people are on the sidelines of God's greatness lacking enthusiasm about their future, simply because they made mistakes and experienced failure along the way. Let me help us.... God is not looking for perfect people! If that were the case, we would all be disqualified. God is looking for a man/woman, who has a heart for Him. God wants a people who recognize they are helpless, unless Almighty God is involved in their lives.*
*If you have a heart that is seeking God and you wake up each day striving to do your best, don't live feeling guilty and condemned! When those old thoughts come to mind saying, "You don't deserve anything from God," just respond with, "You're right! I don't deserve it, but that's what God's mercy is all about." The goodness of God will make miracles out of all your mistakes! Begin to speak God's blessings over your life, and watch it turn around!*
Monday, September 13, 2010
Jesus the caretaker
"The troubles of my heart are enlarged: O bring me out of my distresses." ~ Psalm 25:17
If you're ruled by your emotions, jump off that rollercoaster! I've discovered over the years that I really can trust the Lord. Psalms 27:14 says, "Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the Lord." This "waiting" is not about sitting idly -- twiddling your thumbs, hoping for God to move in your life. It isn't about refusing to move until you have heard from God on the matter, but continuing to serve Him with all of your heart. You are always about "the Father's business." You continue to serve God with courage, power, strength, and confidence!
. God may not be early in your situation, but He's never late! I can hear the bugle blowing now! "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Proverbs 34:18.
When someone is hurting, they get God's attention! If a bird falls to the ground, He knows it. If a hair falls from your head, He knows it. The person who is hurting financially has God's attention. If you have been crushed by problems, or have been neglected, abused, or wronged, you have God's attention. He is right here to mend your broken-heart!
The first sermon Jesus ever preached said the reason He came was "to heal the broken hearted." Psalms 51:17 says, "A broken and a contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." Satan would have you think God is not to be bothered with your problems, that He is not concerned about you. Even if you go to Him, nothing will happen, so why bother? God says, "Come unto me... I will give you rest." God says, "Call on me while I am near." God wants to touch the heart that is under attack. When your heart comes under attack by the enemy, run to the rock. Psalms 61:2 "From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Jump off that emotional rollercoaster, and run into the arms of a loving God!
If you're ruled by your emotions, jump off that rollercoaster! I've discovered over the years that I really can trust the Lord. Psalms 27:14 says, "Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the Lord." This "waiting" is not about sitting idly -- twiddling your thumbs, hoping for God to move in your life. It isn't about refusing to move until you have heard from God on the matter, but continuing to serve Him with all of your heart. You are always about "the Father's business." You continue to serve God with courage, power, strength, and confidence!
. God may not be early in your situation, but He's never late! I can hear the bugle blowing now! "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Proverbs 34:18.
When someone is hurting, they get God's attention! If a bird falls to the ground, He knows it. If a hair falls from your head, He knows it. The person who is hurting financially has God's attention. If you have been crushed by problems, or have been neglected, abused, or wronged, you have God's attention. He is right here to mend your broken-heart!
The first sermon Jesus ever preached said the reason He came was "to heal the broken hearted." Psalms 51:17 says, "A broken and a contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." Satan would have you think God is not to be bothered with your problems, that He is not concerned about you. Even if you go to Him, nothing will happen, so why bother? God says, "Come unto me... I will give you rest." God says, "Call on me while I am near." God wants to touch the heart that is under attack. When your heart comes under attack by the enemy, run to the rock. Psalms 61:2 "From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Jump off that emotional rollercoaster, and run into the arms of a loving God!
Monday, September 6, 2010
Heart Blockage
"Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior." ~ Ephesians 4:31
Physically speaking it is possible to lose the vitality, strength, and stamina that you once had, even to the point of having pains in your chest! This could be a sign of heart trouble, caused by blockages in the arteries going to your heart. The good news is these blockages can be removed, and the result can cause you to return to a normal lifestyle.
The same is true in our spiritual lives! Bitterness, un-forgiveness, harsh words, anger, and resentments are all blockages that will cut-off the flow of God's blessings in our lives. These blockages will cause us extreme personal pain. We might say, "I'm just mad!" All of us go through times of personal anger, because of the injuries of others. However, when we hold these hurts of our past, they will poison our present, and destroy our future. These hurts of the past will make our lives miserable. They will consume us to the point we can think about nothing else, from the time we get up in the morning, until we go to sleep at night. Sometimes, hurts of the past will even keep us awake. They will get into our dreams. These hurts of our past move into our lives and take over our very existence. Remember, satan wants an atmosphere in which he can live comfortably, and that atmosphere is sin.
These blockages of emotional wounds must be removed from our lives! When they are, the steady river-flow of new life, blessing and victory, that God planned for us, will be created. After the removal of sin, there must be a renewal of our spirits. Verse twenty-four instructs us to, "... put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness."
While satan feels at home in sin, Holy Spirit does not! Your enemy wants to use the events of your past to influence everything about you. He will paralyze you with fear and shame. However, when you forgive those who have wronged you, and release your past to your heavenly Father's loving care, you can walk in freedom. You can trade your sorrow for His joy. You can trade your shame for His peace, love, and victory. That is better than a heart by-pass! God removes the blockages, completely! Do you have a blockage that needs removal?
Physically speaking it is possible to lose the vitality, strength, and stamina that you once had, even to the point of having pains in your chest! This could be a sign of heart trouble, caused by blockages in the arteries going to your heart. The good news is these blockages can be removed, and the result can cause you to return to a normal lifestyle.
The same is true in our spiritual lives! Bitterness, un-forgiveness, harsh words, anger, and resentments are all blockages that will cut-off the flow of God's blessings in our lives. These blockages will cause us extreme personal pain. We might say, "I'm just mad!" All of us go through times of personal anger, because of the injuries of others. However, when we hold these hurts of our past, they will poison our present, and destroy our future. These hurts of the past will make our lives miserable. They will consume us to the point we can think about nothing else, from the time we get up in the morning, until we go to sleep at night. Sometimes, hurts of the past will even keep us awake. They will get into our dreams. These hurts of our past move into our lives and take over our very existence. Remember, satan wants an atmosphere in which he can live comfortably, and that atmosphere is sin.
These blockages of emotional wounds must be removed from our lives! When they are, the steady river-flow of new life, blessing and victory, that God planned for us, will be created. After the removal of sin, there must be a renewal of our spirits. Verse twenty-four instructs us to, "... put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness."
While satan feels at home in sin, Holy Spirit does not! Your enemy wants to use the events of your past to influence everything about you. He will paralyze you with fear and shame. However, when you forgive those who have wronged you, and release your past to your heavenly Father's loving care, you can walk in freedom. You can trade your sorrow for His joy. You can trade your shame for His peace, love, and victory. That is better than a heart by-pass! God removes the blockages, completely! Do you have a blockage that needs removal?
Friday, September 3, 2010
New name
The Gentiles shall see your righteousness, And all kings your glory. You shall be called by a new name, Which the mouth of the LORD will name.
(Isaiah 62:2)
On this day God is going to give you a new name. Henceforth, you will not be called a sinner or the child of a sinner but you shall be called the beloved of God. If you believe that you are a beloved child of God just place your hand on your chest and utter softly to God, “Lord! From this day I am Your beloved child. I will neither condemn myself by having an attitude of self-pity nor allow satan to condemn me. People may forsake me but I trust and thank You because You love me with an everlasting love. I am Your beloved child. Nothing can separate me from Your love” (Romans 8:35).
Dear Friend! Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Look at the crucified Christ. He hung on the cross not because He was a sinners but for the sins committed by the entire mankind. It is stated in the Bible that everyone who hangs on the cross was a cursed person (Galatians 3:13). Jesus Christ became a curse for all the curses that came upon us. What are the curses? The curses are being born in sin, producing sorrows and deceiving others. Jacob cries out to God, “Lord! I am a deceiver”. God in His immense grace and mercy gave him a new name by calling him “Israel” making him prince with God (Genesis 32:28).
While Jesus Christ was hanging on the cross at Calvary, passersby and people who stood there mocked at Him saying, “He could not save Himself. How is He going to save others?” Jesus Christ cried out to the Father saying, “Father! Forgive them for they know not what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). He changed everything by uttering these words. Finally He gave His spirit into the hands of His Father (Psalm 31:5; Luke 23:46). Jesus Christ did not bother about the remarks that people made at Him. He took upon Himself our infirmities, iniquities and transgressions (Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24). He was always concerned about pleasing His heavenly Father and did everything according to His will. On the third day He rose up again Victor over death and sin. Since Jesus Christ has taken all the curses upon Himself you need not fear about any curses. You are not a cursed person anymore when you look up to Jesus Christ.
On this wonderful day which the Lord has made for you to rejoice, just cry out to Him. He will change your sinful, deceiving, sorrowful and cursed name into a new name that is blessed by God. Jesus means the Saviour – the One who saves us from all sins and curses. The Saviour will abide with you in your heart when you invite Him in. There is no need for you to change your name but God will change your life from inside out. On this day when you surrender your life to Jesus Christ He will give you a new name.
(Isaiah 62:2)
On this day God is going to give you a new name. Henceforth, you will not be called a sinner or the child of a sinner but you shall be called the beloved of God. If you believe that you are a beloved child of God just place your hand on your chest and utter softly to God, “Lord! From this day I am Your beloved child. I will neither condemn myself by having an attitude of self-pity nor allow satan to condemn me. People may forsake me but I trust and thank You because You love me with an everlasting love. I am Your beloved child. Nothing can separate me from Your love” (Romans 8:35).
Dear Friend! Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Look at the crucified Christ. He hung on the cross not because He was a sinners but for the sins committed by the entire mankind. It is stated in the Bible that everyone who hangs on the cross was a cursed person (Galatians 3:13). Jesus Christ became a curse for all the curses that came upon us. What are the curses? The curses are being born in sin, producing sorrows and deceiving others. Jacob cries out to God, “Lord! I am a deceiver”. God in His immense grace and mercy gave him a new name by calling him “Israel” making him prince with God (Genesis 32:28).
While Jesus Christ was hanging on the cross at Calvary, passersby and people who stood there mocked at Him saying, “He could not save Himself. How is He going to save others?” Jesus Christ cried out to the Father saying, “Father! Forgive them for they know not what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). He changed everything by uttering these words. Finally He gave His spirit into the hands of His Father (Psalm 31:5; Luke 23:46). Jesus Christ did not bother about the remarks that people made at Him. He took upon Himself our infirmities, iniquities and transgressions (Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24). He was always concerned about pleasing His heavenly Father and did everything according to His will. On the third day He rose up again Victor over death and sin. Since Jesus Christ has taken all the curses upon Himself you need not fear about any curses. You are not a cursed person anymore when you look up to Jesus Christ.
On this wonderful day which the Lord has made for you to rejoice, just cry out to Him. He will change your sinful, deceiving, sorrowful and cursed name into a new name that is blessed by God. Jesus means the Saviour – the One who saves us from all sins and curses. The Saviour will abide with you in your heart when you invite Him in. There is no need for you to change your name but God will change your life from inside out. On this day when you surrender your life to Jesus Christ He will give you a new name.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
I Am Determined
"You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you." ~ Isaiah 26:3
Are you a winner, or a quitter? "Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never again let anyone put a harness of slavery on you." Galatians 5:1 (MSG) Faith is the determining factor to successful living. We know this, yet continue to fail to take measures to strengthen our faith. Faith is a simple trust in God! The key to successful living is trust. Romans 10:17 says, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." Notice, it did not say, "heard." "Hearing" is a present-tense practice! We cannot continue to grow with what we have heard. We must keep on hearing -- repeatedly! I was recently with a friend who said, "Repetition produces establishment." He also said, "What you determine in your heart today will guide your decisions tomorrow."
Think of the awesome power of faith! Your faith saves you! "By grace you have been saved, through faith..." Ephesians 2:8 Your faith pleases God! "Without faith it is impossible to please God..." Hebrews 11:6 Your faith frees you! "If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." John 8:36 Your faith gives you access to God! "In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence." Ephesians 3:12 Your faith is the power in your prayer life! "The prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up..." James 5:15 As you determine to follow Christ, you will see God's hand of blessing, and victory will unfold before you in every area of your life!
Are you a winner, or a quitter? "Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never again let anyone put a harness of slavery on you." Galatians 5:1 (MSG) Faith is the determining factor to successful living. We know this, yet continue to fail to take measures to strengthen our faith. Faith is a simple trust in God! The key to successful living is trust. Romans 10:17 says, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." Notice, it did not say, "heard." "Hearing" is a present-tense practice! We cannot continue to grow with what we have heard. We must keep on hearing -- repeatedly! I was recently with a friend who said, "Repetition produces establishment." He also said, "What you determine in your heart today will guide your decisions tomorrow."
Think of the awesome power of faith! Your faith saves you! "By grace you have been saved, through faith..." Ephesians 2:8 Your faith pleases God! "Without faith it is impossible to please God..." Hebrews 11:6 Your faith frees you! "If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." John 8:36 Your faith gives you access to God! "In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence." Ephesians 3:12 Your faith is the power in your prayer life! "The prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up..." James 5:15 As you determine to follow Christ, you will see God's hand of blessing, and victory will unfold before you in every area of your life!
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