Hello my friends! Today was quite a day - Deil went to Urgent care last night late, they monitored her blood pressure, she was there until 2 AM. She drove herself because she couldn't find a ride! We all told her to never drive when her blood pressure is high, call 911 instead if she has no ride. Well, I tried to call her last night, no answer, again this morning, no answer, called the hospital to see if she's there, not admitted, so I called her son got him at work at his cell - he called a cop to check on things, and Deil had just gotten up, answered the door to a policeman! But he was very kind and said Tim asked him to come and check on her, long story short - Her good neighbors looked up the osteoporosis medicine she's taking and the side effects are high blood pressure. She should talk to her doctor in the morning about that - she has an appointment. Please keep her in prayer - as we do, I did get to talk to her today, and she seemed fine.
As God's children we have inherited all of His promises. Faith in You,
Lord, refreshes my soul as nothing else can.
Scripture for the day:
"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." ~Psalm
119:105
Meditation for the day:
We can walk all the way with God. We need not go part of the way and
then stop. We need not push God so far into the background that God
has no effect on our lives. We can walk all the way with God. We can
make a good companion of God, by praying to God often during the day.
We need not let our contact with God be broken for too long a period.
We can walk all the way with God and with other people, along the path
of life, wherever it may lead us.
Prayer for the day:
I pray that I may walk in companionship with God along the way. I
pray that I may keep my feet upon the path that leads in the way God
would have me go.
COMING BACK
By Sally I. Kennedy
Just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him,
rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were
taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. Colossians 2:6-7
The plant that “would grow anywhere” looked dead as a doornail. The
flowers behind it weren’t looking so good either. Limp and fading,
they appeared to be on their last leg, too. Ironically, the
surrounding weeds were thriving, growing great.
Fading, limp, wilting, or a goner. Have you ever felt this way, in
your spirit, body, or emotions? I’ve been there, and I have learned
the truth of the principle of being rooted in Christ.
This plant was sprayed with an insecticide, but the large dose burned
it. For us, circumstances, relationships, job situations, can batter,
or burn, us pretty good sometimes. That’s life.
On the surface, what is visible, is what I call “in the night”.
Things seem dim, cloudy, even dark. But God is not a God of
confusion. No matter what is going on, He is still sovereign, still
watching over you, and involved in every facet of your life, working
all things out for your good. (Romans 8)
On either side of this burned-out plant are two sturdy, older bushes,
and the roots of the plant have grown deep down into the soil below.
This plant will come back. It will have fuzzy green leaves again. It
will have bold sunny yellow flowers again.
Stay rooted and grounded in Christ. Persevere, no matter what. Hold on
to the hem of Jesus’ robe, to His mighty and powerful name. We will
not only be survivors, but we will flourish.
Go, your faith has saved you," said Jesus to the blind man. And immediately
his sight returned.
Jesus, Light of the World
God does not sit in heaven impassively ignoring the screams of pain and
grief arising from the world. In Jesus He has joined Himself with them all
to lead them through it to new life and love. The miracles of Jesus are not
tricks to be wondered at but challenges to be taken up to alleviate
suffering whenever we can. One of the favored places of meeting Jesus is his
suffering people.
PERSONAL PRAYER
Jesus, open my eyes to the greatness of your love and to the fickleness of
my response to it.
When sadness or misfortune crushes hope and blinds me to your presence let
me see that you are close.
Help me to carry my cross and keep on saying that God is good; for so indeed
He is.
Comfort all who suffer, especially those who have lost hope, for whom every
new day is a new ordeal. Console them, Lord, and give them hope. Amen.
Patience In Prayer
When the idea is not right, God says, "NO".
No - when the idea is not the best.
No - when the idea is absolutely wrong.
No - when though it may help you,
it would create problems for someone else
When the time is not right, God says, "SLOW".
What a catastrophe it would be if God answered every prayer at the snap of
your fingers.
Do you know what would happen?
God would become your servant, not your master.
Suddenly God would be working for you instead of you working for God.
When you are not right, God says, "GROW."
The selfish person has to grow in unselfishness.
The cautious person must grow in courage.
The timid person must grow in confidence,
The dominating person must grow in sensitivity.
The critical person must grow in tolerance.
The negative person must grow in positive attitudes.
The pleasure-seeking person must grow in compassion for suffering people.
When everything is all right, God says, "GO."
Then miracles happen:
A hopeless alcoholic is set free.
A drug addict finds release.
A doubter becomes a child in his belief.
Diseased tissue responds to treatment, and healing begins.
The door to your dream suddenly swings open and there stands God saying,
"GO!".
Remember: God's delays are not God's denials.
God's timing is perfect.
Patience is what we need in prayer.
THE RESUME OF JESUS CHRIST
Author Unknown
Address: Ephesians 1:20
Phone: Romans 10:13
Website: The Bible. Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus
Hello. My name is Jesus -The Christ. Many call me Lord! I've sent you
my resume because I'm seeking the top management position in your heart.
Please consider my accomplishments as set forth in my resume.
Qualifications
* I founded the earth and established the heavens, (See Proverbs 3:19)
* I formed man from the dust of the ground, (See Genesis 2:7)
* I breathed into man the breath of life, (See Genesis 2:7)
* I redeemed man from the curse of the law, (See Galatians 3:13)
* The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant comes upon your life through
me,
(See Galatians 3:14)
Occupational Background
* I've only had one employer, (See Luke 2:49).
* I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient, slothful or
disrespectful.
* My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me, (See Matthew
3:15-17)
Skills Work Experiences
* Some of my skills and work experiences include: empowering the poor
to be poor no more, healing the brokenhearted, setting the captives free,
healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and setting at liberty them
that are bruised, (See Luke 4:18).
* I am a Wonderful Counselor, (See Isaiah 9:6). People who listen to
me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil, (See Proverbs 1:33).
* Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse
you of your sins, (See I John 1:7-9)
Educational Background
* I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and
understanding, (See Proverbs 2:6).
* In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, (See
Colossians 2:3).
* My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto
your feet and a lamp unto your path, (See Psalms 119:105).
* I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart, (See Psalms
44:21).
Major Accomplishments
* I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all
times, (See Genesis 1:26).
* I laid down my life so that you may live, (See II Corinthians
5:15).
* I defeated the archenemy of God and mankind and made a show of them
openly, (See Colossians 2:15).
* I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the
dead!
* There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here.
You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE.
You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website.
References
* Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine
healings, salvation, deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural
guidance
In Summation
Now that you've read my resume, I'm confident that I'm the only
candidate uniquely qualified to fill this vital position in your heart. In
summation, I will properly direct your paths, (See Proverbs 3:5-6), and lead
you
into everlasting life, (See John 6:47). When can I start? Time is of the
essence, (See Hebrews 3:15).
Send this resume to everyone you know,! you never know who may have
an opening! Thanks for your help and may God bless you!
Today Today I smiled, and all at once
things didn't look so bad.
Today I shared with someone else,
a bit of hope I had.
Today I sang a little song,
and felt my heart grow light,
And walked a happy little mile,
with not a cloud in sight.
Today I worked with what I had
and longed for nothing more,
And what had seemed like only weeds,
were flowers at my door.
Today I loved a little more and
complained a little less,
And in the giving of myself,
I forgot my weariness.
Author Unknown
I'M TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED and TOO ANOINTED TO BE DISAPPOINTED!
I refuse to be discouraged, to be sad or to cry.
I refuse to be downhearted and here's the reason why:
I have a God who is almighty; who is sovereign and supreme;
I have a God who loves me, and I am on his team.
He is all wise and powerful; Jesus is His Name; though everything else is
changeable, My God remains the same.
I refuse to be defeated.
My eyes are on my GOD.
He has promised to be with me, as through this life I trod.
I am looking past my circumstances, to heaven's throne above.
My prayers have reached the heart of God.
I am resting in His love.
I give thanks to Him in everything.
My eyes are on His face.
The battle is His; the victory is mine; He will help me win the race.
I repeat, I'M TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!" You have just taken a dose of
encouragement. God's love to you.
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