Saturday, March 31, 2012

The word for today is - Activate !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Activate !
 
You may have heard many people say, that they have faith, but is it activated faith? Activated faith is moving faith! We need to activate our faith walk, read James 2:17-18, Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Understand this, you have been called for a purpose, to speak and teach the gospel of Jesus Christ. People are searching for answers,people are looking for something to hold on to. We have work to do, we know that although faith is given to all men, but not all men are walking in that faith. And not all men are saved, that is because not all men have received the gospel of Jesus Christ. First it has to come to them through hearing God’s Word, read Romans 10:17-18,So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. But I say, Have they not heard? Yes verily, their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world. So, faith must be activated and brought to life by hearing God's word. The Lord has anointed us (the believers) to proclaim the good news to the nations, read Luke 4:18-19,The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,To preach the acceptable year of the Lord. We are saved by grace, it is a free gift from God,read Ephesians 2:8-9,For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:Not of works, lest any man should boast. It does not matter whether we have been given great abilities or small, what matters to God is whether we have make good use of what we have been given, whether large or small. Do you know about the story of the  widow woman? Read Mark 12:41-44,And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much.And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing. And he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury:For all they did cast in of their abundance; but she of her want did cast in all that she had, even all her living.The high point to this story is , she had activated faith to know, faith isn’t just something you talk about, its something you do.Faith is only activated when we act, we have faith in God when we do what he
says. Reading and listening to God’s Word without acting on it won’t make you more Spiritual either. You’re fooling yourself if you think it will. It’s not enough to just say that you agree with what God’s Word says on a subject. We must actually do it, God’s Word is meant to be acted upon.The word says, be doers of the word, read James 1:22,But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.We need to be transformed in our minds, read Romans 12:1-4,I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office. We are one (the believers) in the Spirit of God. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Friday, March 30, 2012

The word for today is - Holding !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Holding !
 
Are you holding something within? The word says, let it go and move forward, read Ephesians 4:31-32,Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. The word of God has commanded us to love one another, read Leviticus 19:18, Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the Lord. This is the Lord speaking to us, are you listening? Read Mark 11:24-26,Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.We are overcomers! Let it go,the mind can sometimes be our worst weapon against self; however, the fact that we can dismiss negativity by adding positives allows us to be overcomers! We have to learn to trust Him ( Jesus) with all our heart,mind and soul. The bible is filled with such reassurance that everything is going to be alright. So you need to prepared yourself to push forward.Clear your mind of all self-thoughts of how you “think” it should be. Let go and let God do what He promises to do. Let us slow down and think a little more, what would Jesus do or say? Read James 1:19-20,Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

 

Thursday, March 29, 2012

The word for today is - Image or Likeness !

Good morning,
The word for today is -  Image or Likeness !
 
Lets get some understanding about the Spirit of God, without His Spirit in us we are Spiritual dead, read James 2:26,For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.The image of God refers to the immaterial part of man, iIt sets man apart from everything else.It enables him to commune with his Maker, how awesome is that?  Mankind was created for fellowship with God first, but God gave man a free will. Part of being made in God’s image is that we have  the capacity to make free choices. Some people think that being made in the image of God deals with the physical likeness , wrong! God is a Spirit! So, what does it mean to be made in the image of God? It means that we are made in his likeness in that we have some of the same attributes that God has. We both are able to have fellowship, friendship and compassion, mercy, and grace,and love for one another. But, God is all knowing, we are not, God is ever present, but we are not.Lets read Genesis 1:26, And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth. Do you not know who dwell in you? Think about that today, read Psalm 8:5, For you have made him a little lower than the angels, and have crowned him with glory and honor. This verse is showing  the honor given to man.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

The word for today is - Listening !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Listening !
 
When you call on the Name of Jesus, He is listening, everytime you call His name (Jesus). Although listening may appear to be easy for Jesus, it is often hard for us. Lets look at us, true listening requires for us to give another person your full attention, with Jesus that is very easy !  So, do we give Jesus our full attention?  Listening to God is a choice ! The word says, whoever has a ear to hear, hear  what the Spirit is saying! Let the Spirit speak to your heart, read  Matthew 11:15,He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.The Spirit is speaking to you, are you listening careful ? You must make a decision, to hear from God,we are encouraged to listen closely to what the Spirit is saying. Who are you listening to? The voice of God can be heard and understood if we apply certain biblical principles to hearing what the Holy Spirit of God is saying. Jesus challenges those who heard his message to really listen,not just with their ears, but also with their hearts. If  you are hearing the sound of God's voice, if you believe that God is telling you to do something, then you need to do it. The word says, God always  work things out for our own good. Is the Spirit touching your heart yet? Our Heavenly Father forgive us for not listening to you more. Heavenly Father, give us a yearning Spirit to hear from you. Let us draw near to him, and he will draw near to us! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

The word for today is - Reward !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Reward !
 
Are you looking for your reward here on earth? This is Wrong! The word of God says, seek the things that are in heaven, read Matthew 6:19-21, Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Where is your heart? Have you left your first Love? Your greatest reward is within Him, read Matthew 6:33-34, But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. You don't have to worry about tomorrow, God has everything in Control, there is nothing to hard for God. Many people feel that life is generally a matter of good luck or bad luck, wrong! Do you believe that God is sovereign? The Lord works out everything for His own purpose. It should be encouraging to know that, God has a plan for your life,read Isaiah 46:8-11,Remember this, and shew yourselves men: bring it again to mind, O ye transgressors. Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it. There is something we must do first, Seek the Kingdom of God and his righteousness. We need to hear from God. Are you a wise person or a very foolish person? Understand this, Salvation and Rewards are two totally different things. Salvation is a free gift from God, but rewards are earned by our works after we are saved. The bible is clear about the saved will also receive rewards in Heaven,the level of rewards will be based on works done here on earth. Apparently there are those that will make it to heaven, but who have earned little or no additional rewards. Right after assuring us that salvation is not by works in Ephesians 2, Paul says this, We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Let the Holy Spirit lead you to do good, read Proverbs 10:1-6, The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.The Lord will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked. He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich. He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame. Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Do you have a desire to please God? Read Proverbs 13:19-21, The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Monday, March 26, 2012

The word for today is - Turn !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Turn !
 
The Bible portrays the Christian life as a walk. It speaks of walking in the Spirit, in God's ways, in love, and in truth. Our lives, then, shouldn't be stagnant; they ought to move and develop to be increasingly like Jesus'. Scripture calls this "sanctification." But what if you feel that you're going backward instead of forward? Do you know how to turn around? Only by faith in Christ can any of us move in the right direction. Here's how to correct your course: First, have assurance that God keeps every promise. The Bible contains an amazing number of guarantees for believers, including wisdom for the asking, God's constant presence, and peace when we focus on Him. Second, anticipate the Father's response. In other words, prepare for what He will do because of your confidence in His promises. Third, be aware daily of His involvement in your life. By spending time in the Word, prayer, and meditation, you will become sensitive to what He is doing. Fourth, pray boldly because you are God's child (Heb. 4:16). Approaching the Father in such a manner isn't a prideful confidence, but an overflow of your assurance in Him.  Finally, obey the leading of the Holy Spirit. This is the true test of your belief , the Bible says that without action, faith is dead (James 2:17). Can you sense that your life is progressing and you are maturing into Christ's likeness? Or do circumstances and character traits seem to hold you back? God promises to continue making His children beautiful throughout their lives. You can resist Him or cooperate with His gracious work in you. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Sunday, March 25, 2012

The word for today is - Growing !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Growing !
We all have a hunger and a thirst for something? Do you have a hunger and a thirst for God? We all need to grow into whom God has called us to me. People understand the concept of growth in the physical development, but not the Spiritual growth. All people hunger and thirst for food, and of course, food is essential to our physical life. But everyone don't hunger and thirst for righteousness. So, how do we get there? By seeking Him, praying to Him, reading His word(the bible), and listening and hearing the word of God.  Jesus said in His last days walking on earth, if any man thirst for me come unto me, read John 7:36-39,What manner of saying is this that he said, Ye shall seek me, and shall not find me: and where I am, thither ye cannot come? In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.(But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.) Amen ! The word of God says, your soul should thirst for Him, read Psalm 63:1-2,O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory,so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.Righteousness has to be absorbed and internalized so that it goes to every part of your life.In the physical realm, people always say that they want to grow up to be just like someone else. So,how many people do you know or heard say, I want to be just like Jesus? Not many! But the word says, we should become more like Him, to grow in our knowledge of Christ first and live in unity read Galatians 5:16-23, This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law.Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Lets walk and talk by the fruit of the Spirit, and that is the Spirit of God, read John 6:55-57, For my flesh is meat indeed, and my blood is drink indeed.He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him. As the living Father hath sent me, and I live by the Father: so he that eateth me, even he shall live by me. The word says, blessed is the one that hunger and thirst for the things of God , read Matthew 5:5-6, Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed is the man who continually hungers and thirsts for all righteousness. For he shall be satisfied, that is a promise giving to us by God. Im ( Sheila) well satisfied in you and I continue to thirst and hunger for more of you and less of myself. It has to do with feeding our soul with the righteousness that comes from God ,then you will grow spiritually. Help us Holy Spirit! Thank you for your word. Amen !

Saturday, March 24, 2012

The word for today is - Desires !

The word for today is - Desires !

You may have heard some people say, that the Lord will give you the desires of your heart?  Yes this is true, if your desires line up with the word of God.We have to always line up the desires with His word, the Scriptures will reveal the Lord's will for us. God is not saying that we can have anything we want, No! We must align our heart's desires with His word first, then you can position yourself for His blessings. We have to acknowledge that, He knows what is best for us. Lets not take matters into our own hands, trust Him. The word says,Stay focus on the path that God has for you, commit to Him read Matthew 6:24,No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.Why? The word says, God's wrath is on Unrighteousness, read Romans 1:18-22,For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools. No one is wiser then God, lets make a note of that today read 1 Corinthians 1:25, Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men. We should know that the word of God is truth and life,read 1 Timothy 1:8-11,But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully;Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and for sinners, for unholy and profane, for murderers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for manslayers,For whoremongers, for them that defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and if there be any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine;According to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust. We have to get understanding first, ask yourself what would Jesus do?Jesus committed Himself to the will of God. How? He always prayed to the Father in Heaven,He seek the Lord always,read Psalm 105:3-4,Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord. Seek the Lord, and his strength: seek his face evermore. The word says, God is always good to these who wait for direction from Him, read Lamentations 3:25,The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.The Lord is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him.It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord.The Lord will give you everything that is best for you! We need to  stay focused, God has a plan for your life. Ask yourself, "Am I fulfilling God's perfect plan" for my life? Are you getting off track? Jesus says, keep your eyes on me, pray and pray some more!Never stop praying to the Father, He will give you the desires of your heart. Father, my desire is to please you,to grow into the woman you have called me to be! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 

Friday, March 23, 2012

The word for today is - Mind !

Im sorry,my computer freeze up on me this morning.
But the word is always on time.
The word for today is - Mind !

We need to change our way of thinking, read Romans 12:2, And be not conformed to this world: but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. In other words,do not conform any longer to the things of this world. The word says, don't be foolish, read Ephesians 5:17,Therefore be not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. God's will is His word, Amen ! We need to be taught by the Holy Spirit those things that pertain to the "Spirit ", read Colossians 1:9,For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that you might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding. We need to be on one accord,read Philippians 2:1-6,If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God. The word says, to delight yourself in Him, this means trust His word ! The word says, acknowledge him, read Proverbs 3:6,In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. He will lead you,He will guide you,He will direct you,He will enlightened you and He will protect you. Just call on Him. "In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths." It says in Psalm 37:3-5,Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. We have to make a decision to think the thoughts of God and do His will. The word says,learn from me! Now read,Matthew 11:29,Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and you shall find rest unto your souls. It says, all that comes to Jesus will receive rest! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

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Thursday, March 22, 2012

The word for today is - Yoke!

Good morning,
The word for today is -  Yoke!
 
Do you not know that you can overcome anything ? Read Matthew 11:28-30,Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. You have to come to Jesus and He will give you rest. The question is do you want it? This is an invitation, a deeper level of commitment to Him (the Lord). When your down or feeling lost call of the name of Jesus,He is right there with you. Just like He told Moses, don't be discouraged I will never abandon you,that is true today. God's word change not,read Joshua 1:5-9,There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them.Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper withersoever thou goest.This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. Some many ask what kind of Love is this? Its true Love, its called "agape" which means to love unconditionally. Get this, God loves us so much that He send His one and only begotten Son for us, to be restore back to Himself.Read Romans 5:7-9,For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die.But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. We love based on feelings and emotions that can change from one moment to the next. Thank God, that He is not like us. Amen ! Jesus had chosen Paul,He had already laid His hand on him and claimed him. This is why Jesus said to Paul, read Acts 9:3-7,And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven: And he fell to the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man. He had taken, Paul into His yoke, Paul could find no peace until he was in harmony with Christ. God's love transcends the human definition of love ,it is hard for us to comprehend how His love is an everlasting Love. Read 1 John 4:19,We love him, because he first loved us. The wonderful thing for us is that the One that we are yoked with not only walk with us,but He comes to live within us, that He might live through us. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

The word for today is - Together !!

Good morning,,
The word for today is - Together !!
 
Lets pray together for God to have mercy for His people and the nations.This is the will of God for us to come together in unity.Read Ephesians 4:1-6,I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;One Lord, one faith, one baptism,One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. Lets live in peace with one another. Paul is telling us how to walk, humble and true to the call.This means stay true to the Spirit of God, having the right attitude, and that is having Love for one another.The Lord has made a way for us to come back together for His glorly. Read Psalm 85:1-5,Lord, thou hast been favourable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob.Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah.Thou hast taken away all thy wrath: thou hast turned thyself from the fierceness of thine anger.Turn us, O God of our salvation, and cause thine anger toward us to cease.Wilt thou be angry with us for ever? wilt thou draw out thine anger to all generations? With us walking, talking and speaking by the same Spirit of God is pleasing to our Father,read Colossians 1:9-10, For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God. It is good to walk in unity,read Psalm 133:1-3,Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.The Lord has commanded us to walk together, read 1 Corinthians 1:10-15,Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you.Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ. Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius; Lest any should say that I had baptized in mine own name.The word of God commands no division among the believers, walk in love. Are you doing all that you can to walk in unity? Read John 17:10-12,And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them.And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled. Keep walking by the Spirit of God daily, we walk by faith in Christ Jesus.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !   
 
 

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

The word for today is - Word !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Word !
Lets start with the Sermon, I heard Sunday morning, the word says get understanding.The Pastor talk about people dressing to look good in church, but their heart's are not right. It had me thinking about the word of God, where does God speak about dressing good, but people are not of Him (Spiritual).When studying the word of God you must submitted to the Spirit of truth.We should always go to the word for answers, what does God say, about this group of people. In the beginning was the word, and the word became flesh, read John 1:1-2, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. The word of God tells us that every Spirit is not of Himself. The word says test the Spirits and know for yourself whether they are from God. Why ? Paul warns us of those who would seek to undermine us (the believers). Paul has informed us about the wolves who prey upon the saints. Because, as our Lord has warned us, they will come as “wolves in sheep’s clothing", read Matthew 7:15-19,Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. They will speak the Scriptures very well.The wolves of whom Paul warns us about are like someone on drugs ; they are hooked on meeting their needs. Wolves seek to turn believers from self-denial to self-indulgence, from self-sacrifice to self-service to them.They seek to satisfy their fleshly desires, they are servants of the flesh, their smooth and flattering with their words.Understand a wolf is hungry and seeking new prey to satisfy his or her own needs.They will attack and destroy any human that he or she can, so that they can be satisfied. A wolf is his own master and does whatever he or she wants, whenever they want too.Thats out of the will of God,thats wrong! This is not the Spirit of God ! Read Mark 9:40-43,For he that is not against us is on our part. For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward.And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched.We should be eager to pursue every privileged occasion to obtain the knowledge of God and His divine will for our life. Either a person is of the Light or darkness , Holy or unholy, Clean or unclean, of God or of satan.You may ask how can a people be this way? A people can talk the word of God, but are not doers of the word. They have know fear of God,they may say, the word says fear not. That is true for mankind , but the word says fear God. Read Psalm 111:10,The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endures forever. Watch and pray, thank God for want He has revealed to you, say nothing! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !


Monday, March 19, 2012

The word for today is - You !

Good morning,
The word for today is - You !  
 
What are you looking for, what path are you on? The word says, stay on the path of righteousness. If you know that God is righteous,and His ways are right, then let the Holy Spirit lead you. We need His help,read 1 John 2:28-29,And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming. If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him. We need to pray for one another, Father let us not be ashamed, teach us your ways.Read Psalm 25:1-6, Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without cause. Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindnesses; for they have been ever of old. You should build your day on the word of God. By reading the Bible every day and having a committed daily prayer life, is submitting your will to God. These moments with God will allow you to know God's plan for you. Trust in the Lord with all your heart !Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Sunday, March 18, 2012

The word for today is - Power !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Power !
 
We need to give thanks to our Lord and Savior for all that He has done for us. Are you growing in your faith?Are we growing in the knowledge of, who God true is? Do we truely know the power of God? When Jesus becomes our Lord and Savior, we are automatically transformed, from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light.Read Colossians 1:10-14,That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins.We are the children(the believers) of God.We are chosen by Him, read NIV, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5,For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. Now read KJV, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5,Knowing, brethren beloved, your election of God. For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake.We have power within us to move forward.God rewards those who earnestly seek him, Im not saying that we have faith in God just to get something from Him. No !  Faith is where the Promises and Work of God are made real to His children, read Romans chapter 4. We have receive righteousness by faith in Christ Jesus. Are you walking by faith? Or, just talking faith? Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Saturday, March 17, 2012

The word for today is - Poor !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Poor !
 
The word of God says, open your heart to the poor, read Proverbs 28:26-28,He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase. Are you wise or foolish? Read Proverbs 19:17, He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.We must help one another, this is the will of God. It should be a natural response for people (believers) to help others, yet many of us struggle with reaching out to one another. Why? When we say, that we are the children of God! We should be watching out for one another. Read Isaiah 58:10-11,And if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul; then shall thy light rise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noon day: And the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not. This is Spiritual growth. Remember, God created Eve for the purpose of helping Adam, from the beginning of time,read Genesis 2:18,And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. Also read Genesis 2:21-22,And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof;And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man. Wow! Also,remember the words of the Lord,read Acts 20:34-36,Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me. I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. And when he had thus spoken, he kneeled down, and prayed with them all. We all have something to give to another. It can be sometime, money, food, or an encouraging word , it can make a difference. Lets walk by the Spirit of God (Love) for one another,read John 13:34-35,A new commandment I give unto you, That you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one to another. God has commanded us to love one another. It is written for us to follow,read Romans 15:4,For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen ! 
 
 

Friday, March 16, 2012

The word for today is - Righteous !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Righteous !
 
 If we are sincere followers of Christ,then we know that our reward is in Christ Jesus. We will never achieve perfection in this life, but those people who strive to obey God often find a sense of joy and peace that no worldly rewards can give to them. Read Psalm 37:16-17,A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the Lord upholdeth the righteous. Honesty and integrity are very important values throughout life, God blesses the righteous! When you bless someone that is in need, then our Heavenly Father is well pleased. Are you a servant one of the elect? Do you hear the Spirit of God speaking to you today? Read Isaiah 42:1,Behold my servant, whom I uphold; my elect, in whom my soul delights; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth justice to the Gentiles.The Bible tells us to share generously with those in need, and good things will come to us in return. Never forget about what God has done for us, look to the cross, always! As a believer we should not be self-righteous people. Many of the Pharisees forgot the true spirit and intent of the law and became self-indulgent, self-righteous. There is one group of people that Jesus talk about that was not of Himself, the hypocrites. Read Isaiah 29:13-15,Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the Lord, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us? Wow, thats powerful! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Thursday, March 15, 2012

The word for today is : Build-Up!

Good morning,
The word for today is : Build-Up!
 
We never know what a person may be going through when we first see or talk to them.Only,God can see the inward motives, not just the outward motions. So, do you understand that the power from within you can change a person's day or night? Sometimes it is not easy to rejoice or to give praise to the Lord, but that does not change the command (his word) of God.The bible says, give thanks onto the Lord for all that He has done. What does this mean, to us? It means that we have been giving another day to rejoice in Him! This is the will for every believer in every situation.God knows what is best for us,read 1 Thessalonians 5:11,Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do. Also, look at Romans 15:4,For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.The apostle Paul wrote from prison in Rome,read Philippians 4:3-5,And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which laboured with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and with other my fellowlabourers, whose names are in the book of life.Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. Let your moderation be known unto all men.The Lord is at hand.The bible says, we are to build up one another, read Ephesians 4:29,Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. It should always be truth and love for the people that is listening. We have to be very mindful of the things we speak,read Philippians 4:8,Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.No, earthly things,the things that are above, read Colossians 3:2,Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. So, let us  consider each other's difficulties, and weaknesses. Read Hebrews 10:24-25,And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.We must walk by the Spirit of God (Love) for one another daily! Encourage yourself and encourage one another, speak, the Lord is my strength, read Psalm 18:2, The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower. This is a strong foundation, the word of God, build on His word.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

The word for today is - Me !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Me !

How many people have asked you to pray for them over the years? The bible says, that all people need prayer, read 1 Timothy 2:1-2,I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.We all need to pray for one another! If you need peace, then you need sometime with our Heavenly Father. If you need direction then go to the Lord in prayer,whatever it may be pray and don't stop praying. The Bible says we do not have, because we do not ask,read Matthew 7:7-8, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:For every one that asks receives; and he that seeks finds; and to him that knocks it shall be opened. For God is no respecter of persons; whoever makes application, be Jew, or Gentile, rich or poor, bond or free He will answer! Thats powerful, the door will open if you knock! Our Heavenly Father is a loving Counselor, a Peace- Giver, a Friend, and the Shepherd who is willing help His sheep.When you live according to God's plan, nothing can distract you, and nothing can destroy you. You have to prepare yourself for the things from God. The bible says, to always pray! Lets look at Paul, He says its not my Mother or Father, not my brother or sister in the need of prayer, but it is Me, Oh Lord in the need of prayer! Read Ephesians 6:18-20,Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. God tells the believer that they can come to His heavenly throne boldly and ask Him for help , read Hebrews 4:16,Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Also, our prayers must be in alliance with God’s, perfect will for us. Sometimes the answer is no, and sometimes the answer is very different from what we asked for, its because He knows what we need better than we do. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 

Monday, March 12, 2012

The word for today is - Lovingkindness !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Lovingkindness !
 
God keeps His word,He loved your forefathers and chose their descendants. Read Deuteronomy 7:8, But because the LORD loved you, and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, has the LORD brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondage, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt.The Lord says, in His word that He loves us with an everlasting love. Read Jeremiah 31:3, The LORD has appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved you with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn you. Lets look at David in the book of Psalm,David says" I have walked in thy truth” His meditation upon God’s lovingkindness, that taught He the way, read Psalm 26:1-4,Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide.Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth.I have not sat with vain persons, neither will I go in with dissemblers.Wow! Believer’s are motivated, governed, and ruled by the love of God in Christ Jesus. Read 2 Corinthians 5:13-15,For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again. Let us pray daily for the grace of God to know and live according to God’s lovingkindness which is revealed in Christ. God chose you before the foundation of the world.Ask the Lord, to teach you to do thy will.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Sunday, March 11, 2012

The word for today is -Faithful !

The word for today is -Faithful !
 
Read  Matthew 21:21-22,Jesus explains the parable of the fig tree when the disciples asked how the fig tree withered so quickly. Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If you have faith, and doubt not, you shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if you shall say unto this mountain, Be removed, and be cast into the sea; it shall be done. And all things, whatsoever you shall ask in prayer, believing, you shall receive. Wow,if you pray by the word of God for anything,then you will receive it. Here we see it is not about the task or how big the issue; it is the Faith we place behind the task ahead. Faith produces action and fruit. Doubt destroys and plucks out your faith. This year you will face situations that will throw a wrench in your plan; it may even take you on a detour. But trust, my word said the Lord of Host! You may face trials you never saw coming, tribulations that are so insurmountable you cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel. In those times, we must hold true to our faith and the promises of God, no matter what the circumstances look like or how bleak the situation may be. The God we serve is Faithful, to Himself. This assures us that we are not alone in our battles, challenges, or setbacks. We must continue the path he has set for us despite the bumps in the road. Read 2 Peter 1:3,According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue. We must remember His promises to us! God keeps His word, read Deuteronomy 7:9-10,Know therefore that the LORD your God, he is God, the faithful God, who keeps covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations;And repays them that hate him to their face, to destroy them: he will not be slack to him that hates him, he will repay him to his face.Now, that is something to think about !!!! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 

Saturday, March 10, 2012

The word for today is - Running !

The word for today is - Running !
 
Do you not know that your in a race? Do you qualified for the race or disqualified ?Read 2 Corinthians 13:4-5, For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you. Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? This verse is asking you a question? saying, Examine yourselves,do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you? Unless indeed you fail to meet the test! Are you afraid to run this race? For, me (Sheila) No! Im running to win, I am positioning myself by the word of God, looking to Jesus! Im praying by the word of God for my life, I am a child of the King,nothing is impossible when you are a child of the King, read Matthew 19:26,But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.You must first read and learn to listen to get the instructions from your Heavly Father. Pray,and pray some more for God to reveal Himself to you (his will).Ask yourself are you a disciple of Christ? Our flesh is weak, but the Spirit is strong, read Matthew 26:41,Watch and pray, that you enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.The word says,We cannot do it on our own,with need help from God, read Zechariah 4:6,Then he answered and spoke unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, says the LORD of hosts.Success demands strength from within. Success is to be measured not so much by your position, but by your mindset, who are you seeking or looking to? Read Hebrews 12:1-2,Therefore seeing we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which does so easily ensnare us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.Looking unto Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Understand this, if anything or anyone is before God,you need to step away from it, nothing is greater,bigger or powerful then God. One fundamental lesson we as believers must learn is that God knows want is best for us! Once we learn this lesson, things will start to change in our way of seeing, doing, and thinking.When your in a race you must start working out, eating health foods,and getting more rest.You must listen to your instructions, from the one that knows want is best for us.We will benefit from listening to God's word, according to the Bible, read,Matthew 11:15,He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.Listening can be difficult for some people,because true listening requires for you to give another person your full attention.When your in a race to win, God will guide your footsteps, if you move out of the way.God has a divine plan and destiny set up for your life. He is saying,run I have you, I AM (the Lord) with you. Read John 10:27-28,My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. When your in a race for Jesus,you will hear and obey his commandments.The word says,I (the Lord),know the plans I have for you, read Jeremiah 29:11,For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Your a winner,you can totally and completely rely on God's word, He says trust know man, but trust me!Thank you Lord for your word. Amen ! 
 
 

Friday, March 9, 2012

The word for today is - Awesome !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Awesome !
 
My prayer is for the nations, that all people get to know Christ Jesus. He is Awesome, powerful, loving, kind and so much more!  Read 1 Timothy 2:1-6,I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time. This is the will of God for us to get the true knowledge of who He truely is ! Do you want to truely know Him? Or do you just want to call on Him when things are going wrong? The word of God says,Study this Book of Instruction, read Joshua 1:8,This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; but you shall meditate therein day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.The will of God is for us to be a Holy people, read 1 Peter 2:1-10, Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious.To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious,Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not be confounded. Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: but unto them which be disobedient, the stone which the builders disallowed, the same is made the head of the corner,And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed. But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light;Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy. Lord, we thank you for your mercy! God is so Awesome, that He gives us the Instructions,in His word inorder for us to life.The key is this, we are told to read the word of God daily or all the days of your life. Its in the word,read Deuteronomy 17:19,And it shall be with him, and he shall read therein all the days of his life: that he may learn to fear the LORD his God, to keep all the words of this law and these statutes, to do them. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

Thursday, March 8, 2012

The word for today is - Kindness!

Good morning,
The word for today is -  Kindness!
    
The word of God tells us to be kind to one another, read  Ephesians 4:31-32,Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. Think before you speak today, want would Jesus say or do?The word of God says, do to others what you would have them do to you. It do not say, do what they do to you, read it again. This is the word of God,  read Matthew 7:12-14,Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. This is the command of God, be kind. This is the fruit of the Spirit, read  Galatians 5:22-26, But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.  We must walk by the Spirit of God, its a daily walk. Some people will speak and it may sound very foolish to you, but lets be wise when speaking back to another, why? read  Proverbs 12:15, The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wiseThe word from God also says, Love Your Enemies, read Luke 6:27-31,But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloak forbid not to take thy coat also.Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again. And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. So, lets be kind to one another, as Christ Jesus has been kind to us. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 
 

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

The word for today is - New !

Good morning,
The word for today is - New !
 
Jesus tells us in the book of John that you must be born again. Some people may be thinking why? Because man is created in the image of God.  So,how is this possible? It is impossible with man, but with God all things are possible,read Matthew 19:25-26,When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible. We are born spiritual dead, one must be born again, because of Adam's disobedience. You must believe in Him and His word,read John 1:12-13,But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.This birth is Spiritual. The word of God says, He will put in us a New Spirit to live by and take away the old way of thinking, read Ezekiel 36:26,A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you a heart of flesh. This is done by His grace ! Read 2 Corinthians 5:17, Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creation: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.We have a mandate to fulfill, God's word, to preach the gospel to the nations, Read 1 Peter 1:20-26,Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you, Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently:Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away:But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you. When you hear the gospel and believe what you heard, then something takes place within you.The old man dies and the new birth (man)comes alive, read Romans 6:6,Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. We live because of the Love of Christ Jesus, read Ephesians 2:4-7,But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. Our Heavenly Father, we thank you for your love toward us! Read John 15:13,Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

The word for today is - Everyone !

Good morning,
The word for today is -  Everyone !
 
Lets start with Godly people, understand that Godly people will always seek the knowledge of God, read Proverbs 15:14,The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness. So, is it wise to say, that whatsoever is in a man's heart, He will do? Now, read Proverbs 15:7-10,The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness. Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die. Don't you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? Do you not know that you are a slave to whatever controls you. Read Galatians 5:17,For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that you cannot do the things that you would. Now, understand this,The Spirit of God will lead us one way,and our carnal nature will lead us another. The flesh draws us away in an opposite direction from the things of God. In others words there is an inclination in one direction, and there is a controlling and overpowering influence in another. Paul tells us to let the Holy Spirit guide you,read Galatians 5:16, This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. Now lets understand that all of us used to live that way, following the passionate desires and inclinations of our sinful nature, read Ephesians 2:3,Among whom also we all had our behavior in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. If anyone says,"I'm a good person" that does not make them right with God. God calls that self-righteousness, and He knows the intents of every person, you and me included. The word of God says, all have come short of His glorly, read Romans 3:23-24,For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. No one can make you feel bad, we are saved by his grace through Jesus Christ. Be blessed today and know that you are special to God. God has chosen you, read Deuteronomy 7:6,For you are a holy people unto the LORD your God: the LORD your God has chosen you to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. Speak over yourself, I am chosen by God, Im special! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !  
 

Monday, March 5, 2012

The word for today is - Search !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Search !
 
God doesn't focus on our outward appearance. It is what's on the inside that matters to Him, thats where change must take place.Read Luke 16:15,And he said unto them, You are they who justify yourselves before men; but God knows your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. Man looks to the outward appearance. Lets read about the story of David, a young man that was chosen by God.The Bible says David was a man after God’s own heart. Why did God call him this? Basically, it was because David chose to follow God with all of his heart. David deliberately put God first above everything else. David made a point to keep his heart pure and devoted to God. Read 1 Samuel 16:7-13,  But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.Then Jesse called Abinadab, and made him pass before Samuel. And he said, Neither hath the LORD chosen this.Then Jesse made Shammah to pass by. And he said, Neither hath the LORD chosen this.Again, Jesse made seven of his sons to pass before Samuel. And Samuel said unto Jesse, The LORD hath not chosen these.And Samuel said unto Jesse, Are here all thy children? And he said, There remaineth yet the youngest, and, behold, he keepeth the sheep. And Samuel said unto Jesse, Send and fetch him: for we will not sit down till he come hither.And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the LORD said, Arise, anoint him: for this is he.Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the LORD came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah.The word of God says, to Love the Lord with all your heart, read Deuteronomy 6:5,And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might.We must get understanding first, read Mark 12:32-33,And the scribe said unto him, Well, Teacher, you have said the truth: for there is one God; and there is none other but he:And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love his neighbor as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen!
 
 

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Good morning,
The word for today is - Judge !
 
The bible is very clear,do not judge one another, only God can judge. Judging others is out of the will of God, read Matthew 7:1-5,Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye. It is so important to remember that God judges each of us individually, weighing all the factors of our lives, our beliefs and our motives.We have to understand this,the Lord, who will bring to light the things that are  hidden in darkness, God knows everything. Jesus says, who are you to judge another? Read James 4:11-12, Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?  The word of God says, when you should judge,speak up and judge fairly when something is wrong. Read Proverbs 31:8-10, Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy. Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. You must learn the truth, because the truth sets you free from lies and liers. The word of God says, do not let anyone lead you astray, anyone that do want is right is of God,but anyone that do want is sinful is of the devil, read 1 John 3:7-10, Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous. He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother. Do not be mislead, Jesus warned the believers,to watch out, read Matthew 7:15-21, Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. This is a warning giving to us from God, are you listening?  Those who prey upon God's "sheep, certain forms of human behavior,Are not of God.Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !
 

Saturday, March 3, 2012

The word for today is - Call !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Call !
 
There are times when life becomes so difficult or unbearable, and you may need someone to talk to. Well, we have someone that we can call on anytime of the day or night. You may be thinking, anytime? The answer is yes! You can call Him daily,He is not on a schedule, the word says, call Him while he can be found, read Isaiah 55:6-7,Seek you the LORD while he may be found, call you upon him while he is near:Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. What is so awesome about calling Him is you don't need a cell phone.We all need help,we are weak (our flesh), without His help (his word) we will never be strong.The word says, the spirit is always will, but the flesh is weak. This is why we need the word of God, so we will not fall into temptation.The word of God says, every good thing comes from God, all you need to do is call Him up. Some people may ask, how do you do that? Good question,you don't need a number,You must believe that Jesus died and was buried, and rose again according to the Scriptures. And you must believe that He is the Son of God, in your heart. If you believe in Him,You have just made Jesus your Savior.There is one more thing you should do.You should make Jesus the Lord over your life, then you can ask the Holy Spirit to lead you and direct you.Read Mark 14:38,Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready.The Bible makes it very clear that good works will not get us into heaven. We can only be saved by grace through our faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrificial death on the cross.Father we thank you for your one and only Son, who restored us back to you, by His blood. Now, we have a way back to speak to our Father in heaven, by prayer.The bible says,how you should pray,read Matthew 6:9-13,After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

 
 

Friday, March 2, 2012

The word for today is - Building !

Good morning,
The word for today is - Building !
 
The word of God is very clear about the power of the tongue. The word of God says, we could build up one another, read Hebrews 10:24-25,And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. This means to always do your best to speak in Love. Read Ephesians 4:29,Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.Do you not know that you have power to speak life or death to someone? Do you not know the power from within you? Its in the word of God, read Proverbs 18:20-21,A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Are you speaking by the Spirit of God (good)or Satan(evil)? The word of God says, to build up one another,read 1 Corinthians 14:26,How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying. We must put on the New Spirit everyday, put away the evil desires and evil speaking,read Colossians 3:1-10,If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory. Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry: For which things' sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience: In the which ye also walked some time, when ye lived in them. But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth. Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him. We need oneness with God and one another. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !