I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I've committed unto Him, against that day!
2 Timothy 2:12
Self-absorption and self-destruction go hand in hand; growth only begins when you look outside of yourself.
Take your options far beyond anything you can attain on your own and set your sights on ... View MoreSelf-absorption and self-destruction go hand in hand; growth only begins when you look outside of yourself.
Take your options far beyond anything you can attain on your own and set your sights on Glory; the more you seek the Lord the less of the terrestrial mess will impede or concern you, and you will understand that in order to lead, you must intensely (and intently) follow!
My relationship with Christ, and accepting His forgiveness for my sins, means I must also see those I meet and deal with as potential neighbors in Heaven. Therefore, the time to be a good neighbor is... View MoreMy relationship with Christ, and accepting His forgiveness for my sins, means I must also see those I meet and deal with as potential neighbors in Heaven. Therefore, the time to be a good neighbor is now, so that should we meet in heaven, there are only good memories to share.
Each time I get angry with someone (and I do) I eventually ask myself, "What if this person were to come to Christ? Would I gladly accept them? Or would I stomp my feet and say "It's not fair! They hurt ME!"
Christ, on the cross, said it all: "Father, forgive them. They know not what they do."
Don't you realize that Christ would see some of his executioners come to Him? A man who killed many of His followers became a mighty follower, and in Glory would see and be seen by those he'd killed. This is why Paul addresses himself as "Chief of all sinners."
So, TOM, for all your grumbling, griping and fuming, remember that each of us has fallen; yourself included, and while others may not yet see, their day may come. Be ready to accept them as family.
1 Peter 5:6-10 NASB
"Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Be of sober spirit,... View More1 Peter 5:6-10 NASB
"Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world. After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen and establish you."
Just sitting here until the COFFEE kicks in!
"This is the day that the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it!"
Affect, not effect.
I am amazed. Some people seem to think there is an angle to every blessing, and yet blessings are not angles, they come straight from the TOP.
God does not change. Nor does His Will, His Plan, or... View MoreI am amazed. Some people seem to think there is an angle to every blessing, and yet blessings are not angles, they come straight from the TOP.
God does not change. Nor does His Will, His Plan, or His Love for us. Any delay of His Will is created by us, by our rebellion. Our sin. Our stubbornness. And yet, when you or I relinquish self and repent, His perfect plan for us is still in motion, ready for us to rejoin the flow!
He does not change, but is perfect everlasting. It is us, that change.
His gifts, His Blessings on us are there; it's up to us to accept them in repentance and faith. It will not CHANGE our past, but it will redeem our future, in the light of His love.
Thank you, Lord!
James 1:17-18
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow, due to change. Of His Own Will, he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures. "
Praise God!
After several days of gray skies, sunshine is pouring in through the trees!
Now if only this migraine would leave!
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