ONLY BELIEVE!

11-30-2009. . . .ONLY BELIEVE!

Belief is the first step in faith. Nothing will happen if we don't believe it can, but when we believe, we open up and access a whole realm of unlimited possibilities. "Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth." (Mark 9:23 KJV) Today, remove all the restraints and cast out all your fears and anything that hinders you from accessing the realm of unlimited possibilities. Only Believe!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the ability to believe. With this ability I access you realm of unlimited possibilities for my life. Amen!

Isa 7:9b. . . .If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established. KJV

COMMITTED TO THANKS!

11-27-2009. . . .COMMITTED TO THANKS!

It spite of the difficulties, troubles and trials that life brings our way, God always brings us through with joy. Weeping endures but joy emerges! As a result, thanks and praise will continually be in our mouths! "Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness; To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever." (Ps 30:11-12 KJV)

Prayer: Lord, I will forever give you thanks a praise because you are awesome! You turn all my life's sorrows into joy! Thank You! Amen.

Ps 75:1. . . .Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto thee do we give thanks: for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare. KJV

11-26-2009. . . .IT'S A GOOD THING!

"It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High:" (Ps 92:1 KJV) Not just once a year on a special day we call 'Thanksgiving', but every day of every week of every month of every year! It's not only a good thing. . . .Its the best thing!

Prayer: Lord, Thank you! AAAAAAAAAmen.

Ps 140:13. . . .Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence. KJV

DON'T KEEP IT TO YOURSELF!

11-25-2009. . . .DON'T KEEP IT TO YOURSELF!

"Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people." (1 Chron 16:8 KJV) It is important that we always give thanks to God! It is equally important that we share with others the great things He has done. In so doing, others are drawn into awareness of Him and many shall be converted and believe!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for all things. As I call upon you I also call upon others to know you and praise you for your great and might acts. Amen!

Ps 18:49. . . .Therefore will I give thanks unto thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and sing praises unto thy name.KJV

THANKS-THE WILL OF GOD!

11-23-2009. . . .THANKS-THE WILL OF GOD!

Giving thanks to God in everything is God's will concerning us. "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." (1 Thess 5:188 KJV) Admittedly however, we may find ourselves in circumstances and situations where we may not readily feel thankful to be in. In fact, we'd prefer not even having to deal with them. Nevertheless, the knowledge that God is working in every situation and circumstance for our good, is cause enough to connect with His will concerning us and simply give thanks. Don't fight it, flow with it and give thanks!

Prayer: Lord, in everything I give you thanks for it is your will concerning me. Help me in the difficult times to remember this quickly so as to not struggle against your will. Amen!

Ps 30:11-12. . . . You turned my wailing into dancing;you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, 12 that my heart may sing to you and not be silent.O LORD my God, I will give you thanks forever. (NIV)

DON'T REJECT IT, EMBRACE IT!

11-20-2009. . . .DON'T REJECT IT, EMBRACE IT!

Many are called but few are chosen. We have been called and chosen for 'Holiness!' "For God did not call us to be impure, but to live a holy life. Therefore, he who rejects this instruction does not reject man but God, who gives you his Holy Spirit. (1 Thess 4:7-8 NIV) Don't reject it, (Holiness) but with joy, embrace it!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for calling us unto holiness. With great joy I embrace it and walk proudly in it. Amen!

Luke 1:70-75. . . .As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began: That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us; To perform the mercy promised to our fathers, and to remember his holy covenant; The oath which he sware to our father Abraham, That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve him without fear, In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our life. KJV

GO FOR THE GUSTO!

11-19-2009. . . .GO FOR THE GUSTO!

We may be somewhat reluctant to admit it, but when we were in the world and of the world (sinners) we gave it our all. We went proverbially, for the 'gusto'. In like manner, having been saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Ghost; having been called from death unto life we should go for the full gusto of Holiness! "For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness. What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death. But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life." (Rom 6:20-22 KJV) Go for the gusto!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for giving us everything that pertains unto life and to godliness! With this blessing we go for the full gusto of holiness with the end result of eternal life with you! Amen.

Rom 6:20-23. . . . In those days when you were slaves of sin you didn't bother much with goodness. And what was the result? Evidently not good, since you are ashamed now even to think about those things you used to do, for all of them end in eternal doom. But now you are free from the power of sin and are slaves of God, and his benefits to you include holiness and everlasting life. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. TLB

KEEP UP THE IMAGE!

11-18-2009. . . .KEEP UP THE IMAGE!

God is Holy and we were made in His image and after His likeness. While sin as a result of disobedience perverted our image, Jesus the Christ through His obedience, restored it! God would never ask us to be something we could not be. "But be holy now in everything you do, just as the Lord is holy, who invited you to be his child. He himself has said, "You must be holy, for I am holy." (1 Peter 1:14-16 15 TLB) We therefore, must do all we can do to keep up the image!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for creating us in your own image and after your likeness. He us Lord to keep up the image! Amen.

Lev 11:455. . . . For I am the Lord who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God. You must therefore be holy, for I am holy."TLB

HOLINESS WITHOUT!

11-17-2009. . . .HOLINESS WITHOUT!

Those who live a lifestyle of ‘Holiness’ are peacemakers and not peace breakers! They without fail, pursue it daily knowing that ultimately, it will lead them into the very presence of the Lord! “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:” (Heb 12:14 KJV)

Prayer: Lord, I desire to see you therefore, my lifestyle is one of holiness! With great anticipation, I look forward to living eternally in your presence. Amen!

Ps 93:5. . . .Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever. KJV

WALK THE WALK!

11-16-2009. . . .WALK THE WALK!

Holiness: dedicated, devoted, set apart for worship! That’s who we are and what we are called to be in a crooked and perverse generation. It is not a pretense, but a distinction that sets us (believers) apart from the world. “Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God. (2 Cor 7:1 NIV) Let us not just talk the talk, but walk the walk!

Prayer: Lord, you are Holy and have called us unto holiness. Not as a pretense, but as a lifestyle. Help us to ensure our lives reflect your call. Amen!

2 Cor 7:1. . . . Having such great promises as these, dear friends, let us turn away from everything wrong, whether of body or spirit, and purify ourselves, living in the wholesome fear of God, giving ourselves to him alone. TLB

WISDOM'S WAY!

11-13-2009. . . . WISDOM’S WAY!

In need of a good plan for your life? Try Wisdom’s Way! “How can men be wise? The only way to begin is by reverence for God. For growth in wisdom comes from obeying his laws. Praise his name forever. (Ps 111:10 TLB) Wisdom’s way is a guaranteed way of growth and success that will continually bring praise to God!

Prayer: Lord, let your name be praised forever. Through wisdom’s way my growth is assured. Amen!

Prov 2:6-8. . . . For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints. KJV

DON'T BE FOOLED!

11-12-2009. . . .DON’T BE FOOLED!

There is Wisdom that comes from above and then there is wisdom that comes not from above, "but is earthly, sensual, devilish. (James 3:15) Don’t be fool! Discern and know the difference. “But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure and full of quiet gentleness. Then it is peace-loving and courteous. It allows discussion and is willing to yield to others; it is full of mercy and good deeds. It is wholehearted and straightforward and sincere.” ( James 3:17 TLB)

Prayer: Lord, through discernment we distinguish between the wisdom of this world and the wisdom that come from you! Clearly your wisdom is superior and desirable to me. Thank you. Amen!

James 3:13-16. . . . If you are wise, live a life of steady goodness so that only good deeds will pour forth. And if you don't brag about them, then you will be truly wise! 14 And by all means don't brag about being wise and good if you are bitter and jealous and selfish; that is the worst sort of lie. For jealousy and selfishness are not God's kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, inspired by the devil. For wherever there is jealousy or selfish ambition, there will be disorder and every other kind of evil. TLB

AVAILABLE LIBERALLY!

11-10-2009. . . .AVAILABLE LIBERALLY!

We may be without and go without many things; not included among them however, is WISDOM! In fact, there is no excuse for anyone to be without it because it is available to us liberally. We need only go to God who is the source and ask for it. He will not criticise, but will supply "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." (James 1:55 NKJV)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for always making wisdom available to me! Keep the tap forever open that I may be filled continually with it. Amen!

Prov 2:6-10. . . .For the Lord grants wisdom! His every word is a treasure of knowledge and understanding. He grants good sense to the godly-his saints. He is their shield, protecting them and guarding their pathway. He shows how to distinguish right from wrong, how to find the right decision every time. For wisdom and truth will enter the very center of your being, filling your life with joy. TLB

THE PRINCIPAL THING!

11-10-2009. . . . THE PRINCIPAL THING!

“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get Under-standing." (Prov 4:7 KJV) The acquisition of ‘WISDOM’ is to be a continuing priority in our lives; in fact, scripture says it is the principal thing! What benefit have we in gaining wealth, fame or positions of notoriety without the wisdom to sustain them. Keep the main thing the main thing. Get Wisdom!

Prayer: Lord, wisdom comes from you. We have not because we ask not. Give us wisdom daily in liberal doses! Amen!

Eccl 7:11-12. . . .Wisdom is good with an inheritance: and by it there is profit to them that see the sun. For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it. KJV

THE WISE LISTEN AND HEED!

11-9-2009. . . . THE WISE LISTEN AND HEED!

"These are the proverbs of King Solomon of Israel, David's son: He wrote them to teach his people how to live-how to act in every circumstance, for he wanted them to be understanding, just and fair in everything they did. "I want to make the simpleminded wise!" he said. "I want to warn young men about some problems they will face. I want those already wise to become the wiser and become leaders by exploring the depths of meaning in these nuggets of truth." (Prov 1:1-5 TLB) When the wise speak. . . .the wise listen and heed!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the Proverbs of Soloman! May the wisdom therein be applied daily to benefit both me and the world. Amen!

Prov 1:5-6. . . .A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings. KJV

WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND!

11-6-2009. . . .WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND!

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” (Isa 26:3KJV) Free from worry, free from cares; free from troubles and free from stress. A yielded mind is a peaceful mind. What’s on your mind?

Prayer: Lord, I trust in you and my mind is kept in perfect peace. Amen!

Num 6:24-26. . . .The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. KJV

INSIDE - OUTSIDE!

11-5-2009. . . .INSIDE - OUTSIDE!

“I have told you all this so that you will have peace of heart and mind. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows; but cheer up, for I have overcome the world." ( John 16:33 TLB) Outside of us situations and circumstances are constantly changing. We can expect trials and turmoil. In fact, if it ain’t one thing it will certainly be another. On the inside however, there is God’s Peace giving us the calming assurance that all is well and all will be well! Peace on the inside makes bearable the vicissitudes on the outside!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for anticipating our need for peace in an ever changing world filled with turmoil and unrest. Your Peace secures me inside while I trust you to control the outside. 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. 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. 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

IN PURSUIT OF PEACE!

11-4-2009. . . .IN PURSUIT OF PEACE!

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has a 'Ten Most Wanted' list. While they seek to apprehend all on the list, a great deal of time, attention and resources are focused on the capture of the #1 or most wanted person! They will pursue him until he is apprehended. What's at the top of your most wanted list that you are focused on and pursuing? It should be P E A C E! All our time and attention should be focused on it until without fail, it is apprehended. "Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it." (Ps. 34:14 NIV)

Prayer: Lord, I desire your peace! I seek and pursue it as it does me! Thank you for you Peace. Amen.

2 Thess 3:16. . . .Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all. KJV

THE SETTLING ARMS OF PEACE!

11-3-2009. . . .THE SETTLING ARMS OF PEACE!

"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank him for his answers. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep your thoughts and your hearts quiet and at rest as you trust in Christ Jesus. (Phil 4:5-7 6 TLB) It is easy to become anxious and uneasy about the unknown and things that are beyond our control. However, if we remind ourselves that God is in control and He has everything under control, we will be able to release our hearts and minds into the settling arms of God's Peace. It's far more satisfying than our need to understand.

Prayer: Lord, thank you for giving me your peace to keep me free from worry, calm and steady in unsettling moments. I rest in it's embrace. Amen!

Isa 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. KJV

A PARTING GIFT!

11-2-2009. . . .A PARTING GIFT!

"I am leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart ! And the peace I give isn't fragile like the peace the world gives. So don't be troubled or afraid." (John 14:27 TLB) What a wonderful and thoughtful parting gift....PEACE! Wonderful because, in the mist of life's storms there is nothing more valuable. Thoughtful because, Jesus gave us many things, but as a gift, He gave us His Peace! The very thing that sustained Him during His own agony, He gives to us to sustain us during our agonies. PEACE! What a wonderful and thoughtful parting gift!

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the gift of your peace! I need never be troubled or afraid because it! Amen.

Isa 26:122 Lord, grant us peace; for all we have and are has come from you. TLB