Daily Living: In the Spirit

May 18, 2024 4:31 pm

GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD David overflowed with gratitude when he brought the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem. It was not just personal thanksgiving; it was a call to recognize and share the great... View MoreGIVE THANKS TO THE LORD David overflowed with gratitude when he brought the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem. It was not just personal thanksgiving; it was a call to recognize and share the greatness of God. Oh, give thanks to the Lord! Call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples. 1 Chronicles 16:8 This is part of a song he delivered to celebrate that occasion. When we pause to thank the Lord, we acknowledge the countless blessings He has bestowed on our lives and the people around us. Giving thanks to the Lord is a simple act that shifts our focus from the problems to the power and goodness of God. When we call upon the Lord, we are reaching out to God in prayer, seeking His presence, guidance, and strength. Calling upon God creates a deeper relationship with Him, reminding us that we are not alone. God is always near, ready to listen and respond. Our testimonies of how God has worked in our lives can inspire and encourage those around us. They are powerful witnesses to His love and power, building faith in those around us. Think about the times God has answered your prayers, provided for your needs, or filled your heart with peace. These moments are worth sharing. They honor God and encourage others who might be going through similar struggles. Incorporating gratitude in our lives can transform our perspective and interactions with others. It encourages us to be more vocal about our faith, intentional in our gratitude, and proactive in our prayer life. It is a call to live out our faith in a visible and impactful way. Take a moment to give thanks to the Lord. Call upon His name with sincerity and make known His marvelous deeds. By doing so, you honor Him and share encouragement with those around you. Do you need Prayer? We are here to pray with you. Heavenly Father, I reach out to You in the fast pace sometimes troubled life we live. I am calling upon You for help, direction, and most of all Your lead in my life. As I give thanks to You, I know it is a simple act that shifts my focus from the problems to the power and goodness of You. You will keep me in perfect peace as my heart and mind are stayed on You because I trust You. Times around me may be troubled, but I know I can have peace in my heart. Thank You, Father. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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Teresha Smith

April 15, 2023 10:07 am

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Teresha Smith

April 15, 2023 10:04 am

OBEY MY VOICE This is a reminder that God desires obedience from His people and that obedience is essential to experiencing His blessings. But this is what I commanded them, saying, Obey My voice, an... View MoreOBEY MY VOICE This is a reminder that God desires obedience from His people and that obedience is essential to experiencing His blessings. But this is what I commanded them, saying, Obey My voice, and I will be your God, and you shall be My people. And walk in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well with you. Jeremiah 7:23 Jeremiah was a prophet who lived when the people of Israel had turned away from God and were living in rebellion. They worshiped idols and engaged in all sorts of sinful behavior. Jeremiah warned the people of the consequences of their disobedience and urged them to turn back to God. Now it shall come to pass, if you diligently obey the voice of the Lord your God, to observe carefully all His commandments which I command you today, that the Lord your God will set you high above all nations of the earth. Deuteronomy 28:1 God reminded His people of the commandments He had given them. He told them to obey His voice and walk in all the ways He had commanded. The following promise is of great importance: if they obey, He will be their God, and they will be His people, and it will be well with them. This promise reveals something about the nature of God. He is a God who desires a relationship with His people and wants to be their God and for them to be His people. This relationship is based on obedience, not just on following rules. It is about a heart that is submitted to Him and desires to please Him. This can be difficult for us to understand in our society today. Obedience is not a popular concept in our culture, as we value individualism and autonomy. We want to make choices and do what is best for us. But the commands God gives us are not meant to restrict us or hold us back. They are intended to guide us and protect us and are a reflection of His love for us. Oh, that My people would listen to Me, That Israel would walk in My ways! I would soon subdue their enemies, And turn My hand against their adversaries. Psalm 81:13-14 When we obey God, we acknowledge He knows what is best for us. We recognize that He is the one who created us and has a plan for our lives. We submit our will to His and trust Him to lead us down the right path. This is a challenging thing to do. We are all prone to sin and to rebel; we are tempted to follow our desires instead of the plan God gave us. God knows what is best for us, and when we obey Him, we can experience His blessings and protection. Are you experiencing the blessings and protection of God in your life? Do you need Prayer? We are here to pray with you. Heavenly Father, I desire to be obedient to You in all my ways. I ask for Your guidance as You know what is best for me. I know as I obey You, I can experience Your blessings and protection. Thank You, Father. In Jesus name, Amen.

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Teresha Smith

July 16, 2021 12:29 pm

John 8:34 34 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. We don’t realize if we don’t make a conscious choices to avoid doing wrong that we will and do fall to sin. I... View More

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Teresha Smith

July 15, 2021 9:54 am

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Teresha Smith

July 15, 2021 9:53 am

Proverbs 13:3 He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin. I know this world has given the impression that you have the freedom of speech. To say what ever you... View More

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