Looking and Listening!

7-31-2009. . . .Looking and Listening!

"I will listen, wide awake, to every prayer made in this place. For I have chosen this Temple and sanctified it to be my home forever; my eyes and my heart shall always be here." (2 Chron 7:15-16-15 TLB) We are the temple of the living God! He has sanctified us and setup permanent residence within us. His eyes are always open. . . . nothing ever happens to us or concerns us that He is not intimately aware of! Also, His ears are attent to our prayers and supplications. sees and hears and is ready, willing and able to move on our behalf. He's looking and listening to you today. . . .right now! "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Phil 4:6-7 KJV)

Prayer: Lord, you are welcome in this place! Dwell in me freely. Thank you for seeing all and listening as well as, answering all my prayers! Holy Spirit guide my prayers that I may always pray in accordance with your will!

James 5:16. . . .The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. KJV

Think Highly of Yourself!

7-30-2009. . . .Think Highly of Yourself!

The Apostle Paul’s admonition ‘not to think of ourselves more highly than we ought to think’ is certainly one we all would do well to heed. (Rom 12:3 KJV) On the other hand, we would also do well to understand the key phrase in that verse is ‘More highly’. This would suggest that we ought to have and maintain a ‘high degree’ of esteem and regard for ourselves. The enemy would love nothing more than for us to have low self esteem as a result of life’s disappointments and our personal failures. Remember, failures are not final; they are a present circumstance and a doorway to opportunity! You have good reason to think highly of yourself! You are a designer original! God only made one of you and one was all He and the world needed! Additionally you are:

· Made in God’s image and after His likeness! (Gen.1:26-27)

· Made a little lower than the angles and crowned with glory and honor! (Ps.8:5)

· Fearfully and wonderfully made! (Ps. 139:14)

· Blessed with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ! (Eph. 1:3)

· More than a conqueror (Rom 8:37)

I could go on, but I challenge you to search the scriptures and give yourself a self esteem boost! Walk in the greatness for which God created you!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for creating me in your image and after your likeness! In times of disappointment and even failure, may I ever be mindful that greatness is in me because you are in me!

Dan 11:32b. . . .but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits. KJV

MEDITATE!

7-29-2009. . . .Meditate!

Stable . . . . Flourishing. . . . Fruitful. . . . Prosperous! Byproducts of daily meditation on the word of the Lord! “But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditates day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water (Stability), that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; (Fruitful) his leaf also shall not wither; (Flourishing) and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” (Prosperous) (Ps 1:2-3 KJV) His word must have the highest priority in our lives. Like Job, we should ‘esteemed the words of His mouth more than our necessary food.’ (Job 23:12 KJV) The results are well worth the commitment!

Prayer: Lord, how I love your word and daily desire it’s manifestation. May I ever be Stable – Flourishing – Fruitful and Prosperous as continue meditating always on your word! Amen.

Ps 119:105. . . .Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. KJV

WHO ARE YOU?

7-28-2009. . . .WHO ARE YOU?

Who are you? I don't mean what is your name or your title, neither your position or status. Who are you? Well, we are first who God made us and destined us to be! Secondly, who and what we become and are becoming is determined by what we think! "For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:" (Prov 23:7 KJV) Perhaps the better question to ask is 'What are you thinking in your heart?' Beyond what is just in your mind, but what is at the very cord of your soul! That which is on the inside will always manifest itself on the outside in the form of our integrity and character. Our integrity and character will most often determine our actions and behavior. So, I ask again, 'What are you thinking. . . .Who Are You!' The answer to the first question will reveal the answer to the second. Guard your thoughts!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for knowing me. . . .for sanctifying and ordaining me. Perfect your divine will in my life. Help me to keep my thoughts pure so as not to pervert the image you are expecting me to become! Amen!

Ps 139:23-24. . . . Search me, O God, and know my heart; test my thoughts. Point out anything you find in me that makes you sad, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. TLB

Seedtime and Harvest!

7-27-2009. . . . Seedtime and Harvest!

“While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.” (Gen 8:22 KJV) As dependable as the changing of the seasons, is the law of ‘Seedtime and Harvest’! God decreed it to Noah and his sons, then reiterated to them the mandate He originally gave to Adam. “And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth.” (Gen 9:1 KJV) There is a time to sow and a time to reap. The two are connected. One facilitates the other. As long as we stay engaged in the process we will continuously experience cycles of blessings! A word of caution though; be careful what you sow! “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” (Gal 6:7 KJV)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the law of Seedtime and Harvest. Help me to remain faith to sow during Seedtime and to give generously during harvest! Amen!

2 Cor 9:6-8 . . . .But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: KJV

It Could Be Today!

1-24-2009. . . .It Could Be the Day!

‘”It may be in the morning - - may be at noon day - - may be in the evening - - or in the midnight - - I’m watching and I’m waiting - - keep anticipating - - He will be coming soon for me!” These lyrics from a song composed by this writer expresses the imminent return of our Savior, Jesus Christ! It could be literally any moment. Are you living in expectation of His return? “Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.” (Matt 25:13 KJV) The Living Bible states this same verse this way, “So stay awake and be prepared, for you do not know the date or moment of my return.” (Matt 25:13 TLB) Are you ready? It could be today. Stay ready!

Prayer: Lord, you promised you would return and we believe you. Help us to live in expectation as we await your soon return. Amen!

John 14:3. . . .And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. KJV

Am I My Brother's Keeper!

7-23-2009. . . .Am I My Brother’s Keeper!

Blessed assurance Jesus is mine! How wonderful it is to be saved and secured in that salvation. Is it enough however, to be secure in our own salvation or do we have a responsibility to help secure others? Put another way, ‘Am I my Brother or Sister’s Keeper? Are we concerned about people in our family, in our neighborhoods and on our jobs who we know do not have a relationship with the Lord? What about persons we see and know are in situations detrimental to their lives. Do we ignore them and continue on to heaven anyhow or do we take action? “Keep yourselves in God's love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life. Be merciful to those who doubt; snatch others from the fire and save them; to others show mercy, mixed with fear-hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh.” (Jude 21-23 NIV) ‘Am I my Brother or Sister’s Keeper? Yes I Am!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for saving me. Give me a heart for those who are lost and enable me to witness effectively to them when our paths cross. Amen!

Prov 11:30. . . .The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. KJV

I Just Want To Do God's Will!

7-22-2009. . . .I Just Want To Do God's Will!

In one of the last speeches he gave, Dr. Martin Luther King stated "I Just Want to do God's Will". What a worthy objective for life. To please God in every way and be available to be used by Him to advance the Kingdom here on earth. It means however, positioning one's self not be influenced by the world, but to have an influence on the world! Additionally, it requires complete surrender of our mind and our will to His will and way! "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." (Rom 12:2KJV)

Prayer: Lord, I just want to do your will, be pleasing in your sight and to walk worthy of your call upon my life. Strengthen me when I falter and lead me in thy straight paths. Amen!

Ps 25:5. . . . Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. KJV

WHERE IS YOUR FOCUS!

7-21-2009. . . .Where is your Focus?

According to the Apostle Paul, the focus of a single man and a single woman should be on ‘the things of the Lord’. “He that is unmarried (single) careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord: (Cor 7:32 KJV) In so doing one positions themselves to be prepared properly for a mate if that be their desire. Many singles however, (male and female) find themselves preoccupied with everything but the things of God including, finding a mate on their own! Am I suggesting a total disconnect from active pursuit of a mate? Hardly! I’m recommending doing it God’s way! Focus on and take care of the things of God and He will take care of you and your things! “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.” (Ps 37:4-5 KJV) Where is your focus?

Prayer: Lord, I pray for single men and women everywhere that they may focus their attention on you. Use them in your service while yet in their singleness. Prepare the perfect mate for them and at the appointed time and place, reward them for their faithfulness by allow their paths to cross. Amen!

Matt 6:33. . . .But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. NIV

Perfect Union!

7-20-2009. . . . Perfect Union!

1 + 1 = 1! Not exactly the arithmetic we learned in school, but God’s formula for a ‘Perfect Union’ called marriage. One man, one woman, though individually unique, God makes them one! “For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.” ( Eph 5:31 KJV) This ‘Perfect Union’ is God’s tool of evangelism in the earth in that it mirrors the ‘Perfect Union’ in the body of Christ! “I know this is hard to understand, but it is an illustration of the way we are parts of the body of Christ. (Eph 5:32 TLB) For this reason the enemy seeks to attack and destroy marriages. With love as the nucleus however, the ‘Perfect Union’ will stay in tact and never come apart. Value, cherish and honor the institution of marriage! It is God's Perfect Union.

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the ‘Perfect Union’ of marriage. Bless every marriage! Empower every man and every woman with everything they need to live a lifetime in their Perfect Union. Amen!

Heb 13:4. . . .Honor your marriage and its vows, and be pure; for God will surely punish all those who are immoral or commit adultery. TLB

It's Not In Vain!

7-17-2009. . . .It's not In Vain!

"For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister. And we desire that every one of you do shew the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end: That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.” ( KJV Heb 6:10-12) Your labor is not in vain, it is your fruit that shall remain! Every act of kindness shown. . . . every word of encouragement spoken. . . .for the hours of toil unseen by people, but in service to people. God sees it all and will not forget it. In fact, He will reward it not only when we reach heaven, but now in this present time. That's right! Blessings are coming your way. So keep on serving! Your labor is not in vain!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the privilege of serving you. Perfect me continually in the area of service so that I may be completely pour out in serving you. Amen!

1 Cor 15:58. . . .Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. NIV

Remember and Reflect!

7-16-2009. . . .Remember and Reflect!

There is an old song that says, “Everlasting life. . . .everlasting life. . . .Everlasting life is free. . . . I’m so glad. . . .Jesus gave it to me. . . .Everlasting life is free! While it is true everlasting life is freely given to all who believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, we would do well to remember and often reflect upon the tremendous cost involved. “… it was our grief he bore, our sorrows that weighed him down. And we thought his troubles were a punishment from God, for his own sins! But he was wounded and bruised for our sins. He was beaten that we might have peace; he was lashed-and we were healed! We-every one of us-have strayed away like sheep! We, who left God's paths to follow our own. Yet God laid on him the guilt and sins of every one of us!” (Isa 53:4-6 TLB) Where would we be if Jesus had not willingly borne our sins. Oh how He loves you and me! What a wonderful Savior we have! Remember and reflect!

Prayer: Lord, when I consider your great sacrifice and the cost paid for my salvation, I can’t help but offer you the sacrifice of praise, with the fruit of my lips I will continually give thanks to your name! Amen.

Heb 13:12-15. . . . Wherefore Jesus also, that he might sanctify the people with his own blood, suffered without the gate. Let us go forth therefore unto him without the camp, bearing his reproach. For here have we no continuing city, but we seek one to come. By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. KJV

Set Apart!

7-15-2009. . . .Set Apart!

“Mark this well: The Lord has set apart the redeemed for himself. Therefore he will listen to me and answer when I call to him. Stand before the Lord in awe, and do not sin against him. Lie quietly upon your bed in silent meditation. Put your trust in the Lord, and offer him pleasing sacrifices.” (Ps 4:3-5 TLB) That’s you and me! SPECIAL! So special that God first went to great lengths to redeem us and after having done so through the shed blood of His only begotten Son, He has 'set us apart' for Himself. “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: (1 Peter 2:9 KJV) Today, shine forth! Let everyone around you see and know you are special because you’ve been set apart for God himself! His plan. . . .His purpose. . . .His perfect will!

Prayer: Thank you Father for redeeming me and setting me apart for yourself. Take now my life and let it be a light that leads others to you. Amen!

Ps 107:2-6. . . . Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy; And gathered them out of the lands, from the east, and from the west, from the north, and from the south. They wandered in the wilderness in a solitary way; they found no city to dwell in. Hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted in them. Then they cried unto the LORD in their trouble, and he delivered them out of their distresses. KJV

It's Time to Let it Out!

7-14-2009. . . .It's Time to Let it Out!

At the age of twelve, Jesus upset His parents by disappearing (as kids tend to do) while on their way back from a trip to Jerusalem. When they found Him after three days, He said to them “know ye not that I must be about my Father's business?” (Luke 2:49 KJV) As followers of Christ, we also must be about the Father’s business! Your life is not meant to be a mere insignificant existence. You were born, rather, ‘born again’ to do great things. “…But the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.” ( Dan 11:32 KJV) Greatness is in you! It’s time to let it out!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the privilege of knowing you and through you I shall do great things. Amen!

John 14:12. . . .Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. KJV

I'm Coming Out!

7-13-2009. . . .I’m Coming Out!

Although it is impossible to control the many afflictions that we have to endure in life, it is encouraging to know that we will not be devastated, defeated or overcome by any of them. We will emerge out of them all! “A righteous man may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all; he protects all his bones, not one of them will be broken.” ( Ps 34:19 NIV) We have not a promise to be kept from afflictions, but rather a guarantee to be delivered in them, through them and out of them! So when your going through gets tough and discouraging just remind yourself and declare, ‘I’m coming out!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the assurance of deliverance from all my afflictions. Strengthen me to endure my afflictions until deliverance comes. Amen!

John 16:33. . . .These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. KJV

What's Your Choice?

7-10-2009. . . .What’s Your Choice?

The recent passing of high profile personalities Farrah Fawcett, Steve McNair, and Michael Jackson has caused many to ponder their own mortality. One day, all of us must travel the same path to death. The pertinent question concerning death raised by Job was, “If a man die, shall he live again?” (Job 14:14 KJV) The answer. . . Yes! The more important question to raise however, is ‘Where will a man live again?’ “…for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.” ( John 5:28-29 KJV) Life or damnation! Which have you chosen. . . . which will you choose? If Life, it is only possible through Jesus Christ, the Son of God! “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. (John 3:16-18 KJV)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for dying for me and giving me eternal life! Guide every living soul into making the same decision and choice. Amen!

1 Cor 15:19. . . .If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. KJV

Vindication!

7-9-2009. . . .Vindication!

The enemy knows his job and is committed to doing it well. We shouldn't be surprised or shocked when attacks spring up from seemingly out of nowhere. In fact, expect them! When attacks come, also expect God to be your shield and protection. If you trust Him, He will ensure that you shine in midst of your darkness. . . . maintain your joy in the midst of your distress. . . . keep your head lifted in the midst of ridicule! “LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah. But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. (Ps 3:1-3 KJV) Stay confident and encouraged under fire and you will see vindication!

Prayer: Lord you are my shield and my protection, even the lifter up of my head. Help me stand confident and encouraged in the mist of my attacks. Amen!

Ps 3. . . . O Lord, so many are against me. So many seek to harm me. I have so many enemies. So many say that God will never help me. But Lord, you are my shield, my glory, and my only hope. You alone can lift my head, now bowed in shame. I cried out to the Lord, and he heard me from his Temple in Jerusalem. Then I lay down and slept in peace and woke up safely, for the Lord was watching over me. 6 And now, although ten thousand enemies surround me on every side, I am not afraid. I will cry to him, "Arise, O Lord! Save me, O my God!" And he will slap them in the face, insulting them and breaking off their teeth. For salvation comes from God. What joys he gives to all his people. TLB

The Powerful Word!

7-8-2009. . . . The Powerful Word!

As you begin your day, meditate upon this scripture: “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” (Isa 55:11 KJV) God’s word is Powerful! Powerful enough that by it the worlds were framed, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. Powerful enough to be quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. That same word is at work in our lives and prevailing over our lives! Whatever God has spoken regarding our lives, if it has not already manifested in time, it is yet prevailing in eternity until time is ready to receive it. It cannot and will not return to Him void. Wait on it! It’s going to manifest.

Prayer: Thank you Lord for your proceeding and prevailing word! With faith and anticipation I await daily it’s manifestation. Amen!

Luke 4:4. . . . It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. KJV

Not of the World!

7-7-2009. . . . Not of the World!

While we are in the world, we are not of the world! Therefore, are actions, associations, and attitude matter. What we do, who we interact with and the opinions we form from as a result should reflect and distinguish us as children of light! Therefore, it would be wise to follow the advise of the first psalm, “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.” (Ps 1:1 KJV) The living bible says it this way: “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow evil men's advice, (actions) who do not hang around with sinners, (associations) scoffing at the things of God (attitudes). But they delight in doing everything God wants them to, and day and night are always meditating on his laws and thinking about ways to follow him more closely.” ( Ps 1:1-2 TLB) Have an affect on the world and don’t allow the world to have a affect on you!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the opportunity of life. While I am in the world, use me to affect the world for your kingdom. Holy Spirit, guide my actions, associations and attitudes. Tune my ears to hear only from you. Amen!

John 15:19. . . .If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. KJV

He knows, He leads!

7-6-2009. . . . He knows, He leads!

As we travel along this road of life, we know not what is ahead or what awaits us just around the next bend. Yet without delay or fear, we continue advancing forward confidently with the assurance of knowing we are being lead alone the paths of righteousness. “He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake.” (Ps 23:3 NKJV) When we follow His leading, we will never get lost or stray off the path of divine purpose (for His name sake). Like Abraham, without knowledge of the destination, we can trust Him for the journey. “For the LORD knows the way of the righteous…” ( Ps 1:6 NKJV) So relax and don’t worry. Enjoy the journey for He is leading you into what He has ordained and promised!

Prayer: Lord, thank you that you know the path of the righteous and that your are guiding our every step. Guide me oh thou great Jehovah, pilgrim through this barren land. I am weak but thou art mighty – hold me with thy powerful hand. Amen!

Job 23:10-14. . . . But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot hath held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined. Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food. But he is in one mind, and who can turn him? and what his soul desireth, even that he doeth. For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him. KJV

Let Freedom Ring!

7-3-2009. . . .Let Freedom Ring!

My country tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died! Land of the Pilgrim's pride! From every mountain side, Let freedom ring! We are blessed beyond measure to live in the United States of America. We should never take for granted the freedom we enjoy. Much blood was shed and many gave their lives to secure liberty and justice for all. As we celebrate and commemorate Independence Day, for our country, let us also use this occasion as a reminder of the freedom we enjoy in Jesus! His blood was shed and His life was given to secure our freedom as well. This freedom is an eternal freedom that carries with it the responsibility of maintaining it. “Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage. (Gal 5:1-2 NKJV) Enjoy your freedom and surrender it to nothing or no one!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the freedom I enjoy being an American, and more so the freedom you have provided me through your Son, Jesus Christ! Amen.

John 8:36. . . .If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. KJV

Process to Patience!

7-2-2009. . . .Process to Patience!

While perusing the dictionary the other day in search of a word I happened across a familiar word and decided to review it’s definition. The word, ‘Patient’. . . .” Bearing or enduring pain, difficulty, provocation, or annoyance with calmness.” To be patient or to have patience is something we all want, but the process of obtaining it while undesirable, is yet necessary. “And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: . . . “ (Rom 5:3-5KJV) It is through pain, difficulty, provocation, and annoyance (tribulations) that we obtain Patience! (endurance) If we ask for ‘patience’ we should expect tribulations. Don’t be thrown by the process or in the process. By calmly going through it we demonstrate the very thing we desire and pursue. “Dear brothers, is your life full of difficulties and temptations? Then be happy, for when the way is rough, your patience has a chance to grow. So let it grow, and don't try to squirm out of your problems. For when your patience is finally in full bloom, then you will be ready for anything, strong in character, full and complete. (James 1:4 TLB)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the process to patience! While undesirable and uncomfortable, help me to let the process be completed without hindrance! Amen.

Rom 5:3-5. . . .We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us-they help us learn to be patient. 4 And patience develops strength of character in us and helps us trust God more each time we use it until finally our hope and faith are strong and steady. 5 Then, when that happens, we are able to hold our heads high no matter what happens and know that all is well, for we know how dearly God loves us, and we feel this warm love everywhere within us because God has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. TLB

Angry Everyday!

7-1-2009. . . . Angry Everyday!

"God is a judge who is perfectly fair, and he is angry with the wicked every day. Unless they repent, he will sharpen his sword and slay them." (Ps 7:11-121 TLB) You don't have to get mad at your haters or even try to get even with them! Just simply remind them, God is angry with you everyday and if you don't change, He is going to get you! I cannot even imagine God, the Awesome. . . .the Almighty. . . .the Sovereign God, being angry with me, not just for a moment, but 'everyday'. When you go to bed at night, He's angry. . . . when you get up in the morning, He's angry. No matter what you do or where you go, He's angry! While His eye of favor is upon the righteous, He fairly gives the wicked their just reward. "Arise, O LORD; Save me, O my God! For You have struck all my enemies on the cheekbone; You have broken the teeth of the ungodly. (Ps 3:7NKJV) There's not an orthodontist on earth who can fix that!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for being a shield for me, my glory and the lifter up of my head! How I love you Lord. The thought of you brings me joy and your joy is my strength! Amen.

Ps 61:1-4. . . . Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. KJV