The word for today is - Growing !

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The word for today is - Growing !

 

We all need to grow in the word of God. The word from God tells us so, read 2 Timothy 2:15, Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.What is the Word of Truth; the understanding of how and when and where it should be applied and what was the purpose and thought and Plan of the Divine Mind in the giving of this Word of Truth, rightly dividing the word. We are not to forget that the Lord promised that He would guide His people in the way of the Truth and show them things to come. We are to "study" to show ourselves approved on to God. We must study to avoid error and to shun all foolish questions and profane and vain babblings. Remember that only "the foundation of God standeth sure"; that all other foundations are worthless. The foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, "The Lord knoweth them that are His." Let us study to see that we are striving daily to cast out all the old leaven of sin; to be sure that we are not content to allow it to remain in us and work in us; otherwise we prove by our course that our love for righteousness is growing weaker. So, as a Soldier in Christ you need to put on the whole armor of God, His word! Now, a Soldier he is polishing his armor all the time,he is getting things together for battle,(fighting the enemy). Why should we study? So, that we can be prepared to meet every experience in life. To prepare ourselves to become the person God wants us to be.To accomplish the purpose for which He created us for. The battlefield or realm in which our spiritual warfare takes place is in the mind of every believer in Christ. We wrestle, or strive and struggle in our minds against world systems, the flesh or the carnal nature, and the devil. The mind encompasses our thoughts (imagination, reasoning, and intellect), as well as our emotions and will. Now, this is awesome to me, read Jeremiah 1:5,“Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.” Wow ! Then ,He tells us in Ephesians 3:16,“That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.” Now, that's awesome! Thank you God for your word. Amen !

The word for today is - Be-still!

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The word for today is -  Be-still!

 

 

Now lets look at Psalm 46:10,Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.God’s people are commanded to “be still” in this verse. The imperative gives a solemn duty to those in a covenant relationship with God,  Israel in the Old Testament, but today, it is given to Christians in Galatians 3:26-29. Now ,this command ,“be still” forces us to think on two things: that we are finite, and that God is infinite. That being the case, we need to drop our hands," relax," and “chill out.” It is God who knows our future, now we have to know that in our heart and mind, not merely intellectually, but practically, spiritually, and emotionally, that He is our God. He is the ruler of this earth and the all-powerful Creator of the Universe. Read  Psalm 46:1-2 ,“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth do change”. So, lets go dig some more, some people may say,How am I supposed to “be still” when all I want to do is lash back in anger, frustration, or bitterness?  What does it mean to “know” that He is God? This means unless we “know” that He is God, the text doesn’t say to “know God,” but “know that I am God.”  Knowing that He is God, should instill peace in our hearts.  Knowing that He is God means that we also know, that He is in control and that He loves us, He extends His grace and mercy to us.  As Paul stated; His grace is sufficient.  It absolutely is!  Knowing that He is God, takes the pressure off of our shoulders, and we give it to Him. God is in control.So read Psalm 24:1-10,The earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods. Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. He shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of his salvation. This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah. Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory. Selah. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

The word for today is - Timing!

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The word for today is -  Timing!

 

 God's timing is just as important as God's will. In fact, the Bible talks a lot about timing. We must start by agreeing with Solomon (the author of the book of Ecclesiastes) that everything in life has a proper time and season. Read Ecclesiastes 3:1 it says, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven."“Timing” is defined as the ability to perform movements and actions at the most effective moment. Look at Ecclesiastes 8:5 it says, Whoso keepeth the commandment shall feel no evil thing: and a wise man's heart discerneth both time and judgment.“ Because to every purpose there is time and judgment...” It’s not enough to know what to do; you also need to know “when to do it” and “how to get it done.” If you get anyone of those three concepts wrong (the what, the when, and the how) you stand the risk of interfering with God’s perfect plan for your life and living out of balance. Now the bible tells us that a wise man will not move before He knows he will seek to understand the right season and the proper timing. Lets read Psalms 1:3,it tells us that a “And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper."A “blessed” man prospers in everything that he does because he has learned to flow with the seasons that have been uniquely designed for his life. Therefore, it is of vital importance that each one of us recognizes that we all have “due” seasons in the Spirit; and, if we act accordingly, we will reap a harvest of blessing. And everything we put our hands to,  will prosper. The question is can you miss God's timing? Yes !  The Bible says that Abraham and Sarah could have missed their season of blessing by being mindful of their past. By, not moving forward! An undisciplined and wandering mind will prevent you from flowing with the seasons of the Spirit. Timing is everything when it comes to following the Lord. Every Word of God has a unique season tied to it’s fulfillment. And nothing can stop God’s Word from coming to pass in it’s season. Now lets look at the word from the Lord, read Psalms 31:15 it says, “My times are in thy hand: deliver me from the hand of mine enemies, and from them that persecute me." We need the Lord all the time, every hour of every day. Why? Because we are in the end times we know that according to prophecy it will be a time of great tribulation and trouble. Read 2 Timothy 3:1 it says, "This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.." One of the greatest fears people are fighting at this time is fear of financial loss and fear of the future since many of the prophets of God are declaring times of trouble and tribulation in the world. The Lord know the hour we would be living in and we can rest assured He has a plan of protection and provision for all that believe in Him. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !

The word for today is - Pray !

Good morning,

The word for today is - Pray !

 

Lets look at Romans 8:26-27,Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. Now the bible tells us to pray for one another always. Also lets read about a rich and a poor man in Luke 16:19-25,There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man's table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame. But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.  Wow, did you get that? The rich man look good in His own eye sight, but not  in God's eye's. You see it's not in your big house or the car you drive, or how much money you have in your bank account, it's all about your Spirit, now the poor man was rich in Spirit. This is greater then anything else, having the Spirit of love.  Amen ! Read Ephesians 6:18,Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints. It says, praying always first, then always pray in the Spirit by God's word, pray for all the saints. It says all! We all need prayer. We must bear one another’s burdens as we see these pressures escalating. We can and must do it by regular, specific prayer. So much of our praying is limited to just, “Lord, bless..,” or, “Lord, meet the need of ...” We are admonished in Galatians 6:2 to bear one another’s burdens. Some burdens are too heavy to be borne alone. We need others to pray for us and with us. Thank you God for your word. Amen !

The word for today is - Entangled !

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The word for today is - Entangled !

 

Now what does entangled mean? The meanning is: Twisted together; interwoven in a confused manner; intricate; perplexed; involved; embarrassed; insnared.The brief story of Cain reveals several of his character weaknesses. When Cain faced disappointment, rather than turning to God for encouragement, he responded with anger and jealousy. When given a clear choice to correct his mistake, Cain chose to disobey and further entangle himself. He let sin become his master and committed murder. God always offers us a choice, a way of escape and an opportunity to make things right. God warned Cain that sin was crouching at his door, ready to destroy him. God continues to warn his children always. Now we know that, we live in a world full of suffering, pain, and sorrow, but the question is why?  We always asking, "why God have you done this or that"? When hearing bad news we broke down and cried: "God, why did you let this happen to me"? "Why do bad things happen to good people"? That is one of the most puzzling questions of all for mankind. Maybe it is the hardest question of life. How is it that a God who loves us so much would allow suffering to come into our life. We must remember that suffering does not defeat or thwart the purposes of God. Hold on to Romans 8:28," And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose". Tragedy, disaster, sorrow, and calamity do not frustrate God's purposes. Our problem is that we look at things from the wrong side. God did not send Paul's "thorn in the flesh,"Satan did,  but God used it for Paul's good.  Paul was a better man because of it. No matter what happens, God has arrange matters so that it fits into His plan.  Since, God knows the end from the beginning, read Isaiah 46:10,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. We can trust Him in all things, even those which we cannot understand. Read John:13:7, "Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter." God has a purpose and plan in regard to human affairs. Just know that I AM God, I have a plan! Thank you Lord for your word. Amen!

The word for today is - Build-Up !

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The word for today is - Build-Up !

 

Lets start with 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. Paul gave a good guideline when he wrote that everything we say should build up the one or ones who is listening. The book of Proverbs sums up the impact encouraging words read Proverbs chapter 18, verses 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." Your words have an impact on ours life.  Lets follow God's example, Be an encourager! Life is full of problems, and we need to deal with them, but God has giving us a way out. Look to Jesus, when we wake up in the morning, we should be asking God to help us to look for and focus on the positive side of life. The positive side is He woke us up this morning, and gave as brand new mercy for this day. So,lets read Romans 14:19, Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another. Choose to specialize in encouraging words. Read Proverbs 10:11, The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Speak life! Look at 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 Always, talk about the good things in life. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen!

The word for today is - Endure !

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The word for today is - Endure !

Now lets look at Isaiah 26:8,Yea, in the way of thy judgments, O Lord, have we waited for thee; the desire of our soul is to thy name, and to the remembrance of thee. Some believers have caused themselves great harm because they were not willing to wait upon the Lord Jesus Christ.That is one of the reasons that Jesus said, “He that endureth to the end shall be saved.” There are some things that we must endure for a while until God brings us out from under them.Read Acts 4:9-13,If we this day be examined of the good deed done to the impotent man, by what means he is made whole; Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole. This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner. Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus. Look at Acts 10:42-43,And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead.To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive life. The Bible says in Isaiah 26:3-4, “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Trust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength.” Now, read Isaiah 26:3, Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. It's a great verse to memorize, it's talking about the peace that a believer can have in his heart day in and day out on this earth. Jesus did say to His believers in John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." You are saved by His grace,Amen ! Read Isaiah 26:3 talks about the life of faith. It is a verse of the Bible that tells us one of the benefits of trusting in God, and it explains an important piece of information about what it means to trust in God. One of the benefits is “peace.” There are many people in the world who do not have peace. Money cannot buy peace of mind or peace of heart. One of the reasons that people have no peace is because of worry and fear. Another reason is because of wickedness. The Bible says in Psalms 10:4, “The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God: God is not in all his thoughts.” It also says in Isaiah 48:22, “There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked.The first spiritual principle necessary to understand in order to have peace in your heart is to recognize the truth that you must first turn to faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Only then will you obtain peace with God through faith in Jesus Christ. The Bible says in Romans 5:1,“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” The word tells us that the steadfast mind, He ( Jesus)will keep in perfect peace. Thank you Lord for your word. Amen !