Daily Positive Thread for Wednesday, July 29, 2015

gloriajean — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 01:46:17 GMT

Hello my friends! All is not lost - little disappoints along the way but we have a second open house Sunday afternoon. God is honoring my prayer that we didn't have to move twice, everything is perfect in His timing. Just keep our TRUST and not waver. Let's just keep our eyes fixed upon Jesus! You were in my prayers at Adoration earlier.

Never stop praying no matter how hopeless your case may seem. Pray before

you start your day and when you end it. Pray before you begin a task. Lord, I

thank You for all of Your blessings. Together we can do all that I must.

S C R I P T U R E   F O R   T H E   D A Y

"If there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any
sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, make my joy
complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full
accord and of one mind." Philippians 2:1-2

M E D I T A T I O N   F O R   T H E   D A Y

There is great joy in living the spiritual life. A faith without joy is
not entirely genuine. If we are not happier as a result of our faith,
there is probably something wrong. Faith in God can bring us a deep
feeling of happiness and security, no matter what happens on the surface
of our life. Each new day is another opportunity to serve God and
improve our relationships with other people. This can bring joy. Life
can be abundant and outreaching. It can be glowing and outgoing, in
ever widening circles.

P R A Y E R   F O R   T H E   D A Y

I pray that my horizons may grow ever wider. I pray that I may keep
reaching out for more service and companionship.

HOUSE FOR SALE
Author Unknown

ADDRESS: Heaven

FEATURES:
Many rooms with a master suite
Spacious love
Open floor plan for peace
Large eat-in grace
Fenced in mercy with room for expansion
Son room with a marvelous view of salvation
Pool of milk and honey in the back
Pearly gates in front

DIRECTIONS:
The only way to the Father is through the Son

PRICE:
$0.00 - Calvary - Owner financing

COMMUNITY:
Friendly angelic neighbors.
Great family and friends.
Praise the Lord all day and night.

BONUS:
Crown of stars, new luxurious robe and golden slippers with matching
wings.
Bring a friend and get a reward.

For more information, call your local agent or representative -
Name, address and phone number listed below.

NAME: Jesus Christ
ADDRESS: Repent Highway and Streets of Gold
PHONE: Dial John 3:16

A Word of Kindness

Have I spoken a word of kindness today,
that would help someone find their way?

Did I tell him about Jesus who paid the cost?
Did I show him the way to the old rugged cross?

Was I there when he needed someone to pray
a little prayer that would brighten his day?

Did I pick him up when he stumbled and fell?
Did I tell him the pain of going to hell?

Was I there with him to cast a smile
that would make his life a little worthwhile?

Did I try to make him understand
how God moves with a mighty hand?

And dear God, please let me know
if I am the one that I might show.

The way to bring someone to Thee
and tell him about Jesus who can set him free.

And as I praise thy name, I say,
"Dear Lord, let me show him the way!"

By Abel Norman

The Lord's Test

I woke up this morning
and knew that today,
The sun would not be shining
and the clouds would be gray!

As I stepped outside,
rain fell upon my head.
My car wouldn't start
so I walked to school instead.
I forgot all of my assignments
I failed all of my tests.
I dropped my head in disgust
and asked the Lord for one request.

"Lord, why is it that things
won't go my way?"!
He gently replied, "Dear child it
is because you didn't thank me yesterday.

I woke you up and enabled
you to see the sun again!
I gave you shelter,
protected your family,
and even let you make a new friend.

I blessed you far
greater than I ever had before.
But you were too busy
to thank me once more.
You didn't feel sick
because I maintained your health.
You had money in your pocket
because I maintained your wealth!

You had shoes on your feet
and clothes to wear, too.
You had plenty of food to eat,
and what did you do?
You ignored me and went
about your tasks.
But when you wanted something
you never hesitated to ask.
I was there when you needed me
and that wasn't too long ago.
But when things started going your way,
it was me you did not know.
As if that weren't enough,
I provided your favorite luxuries.
This was something I didn't have
to do, they weren't even necessities.
And when it was time to get on your
knees and show your gratitude.
You decided that after such a
fulfilling day, you weren't in the mood.
So I decided to
give you just a little test.!
To show you how it would feel
to stop being blessed."

I began to realize what
the Lord was saying.
And when I got home, I fell
to my knees and started praying.

He said, "My child, you have
learned and you know I do forgive.
But remember to remember this day
as long as you shall live.
I love filling your life with joy,
and your pain I'll alleviate it.
But just a simple thank you
would show how much you appreciate it."

Old Mrs. Watkins awoke one spring morning to find that the river
had flooded the entire first floor of her house. Looking out of
her window, she saw that the water was still rising.

Two men passing by on a rowboat shouted up an invitation to row
to safety with them. "No, thank you," Mrs. Watkins replied. "The
Lord will provide." The men shrugged and rowed on.

By evening, the water level forced Mrs. Watkins to climb on top
of the roof for safety. She was spotted by a man in a motorboat,
who offered to pick her up. "Don't trouble yourself," she told
him. "The Lord will provide."

Pretty soon, Mrs. Watkins had to seek refuge atop the chimney.
When a Red Cross cutter came by on patrol, she waved it on, shouting,
"The Lord will provide." So the boat left, the water rose, and
the old woman drowned.

Dripping wet and thoroughly annoyed, she came through the pearly
gates and demanded to speak to God. "What happened?" she cried.
"What else did you want me to do," God said. "I sent three boats."

Author Unknown

July 27 - Jesus Calling

Hope is a golden cord connecting you to heaven. This cord helps you hold your head up high, even when multiple trials are buffeting you. I never leave your side, and I never let go of your hand. But without the cord of hope, your head may slump and your feet may shuffle as you journey uphill with Me. Hope lifts your perspective from your weary feet to the glorious view you can see from the high road. You are reminded that the road we’re traveling together is ultimately a highway to heaven. When you consider this radiant destination, the roughness or smoothness of the road ahead becomes much less significant. I am training you to hold in your heart a dual focus: My continual Presence and the hope of heaven.

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
-Romans 12:12

But since we belong to the day, let us be self-controlled, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet.
-1 Thessalonians 5:8

God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope offered to us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.
-Hebrews 6:18–19

Re: Daily Positive Thread for Wednesday, July 29, 2015

lovestopaint — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 01:55:26 GMT

Just stopping by to say hello.

Blessings to all.

Harlene(lovestopaint)

Re: Daily Positive Thread for Wednesday, July 29, 2015

lovestopaint — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 11:33:35 GMT

We are very sad this morning. Our cat "Boots" passed away this morning.

He was 14. It's funny how we got him, because we only had dogs, and we had three when we got him. When my brother Bob was still working 14 years ago a lady he used to work with was very upset because one of her cats had died. So my brother's boss went and adopted this kitten whose mother didn't want him. His boss brought the kitten to work and gave him to the the lady, then she told my brother if it didn't work out he was going to have to take the kitten. My brother said sure because he knew the lady would keep the kitten, but as luck would have it her other cat didn't want him either and tried to bite him. So she called my brother to come and get the kitten, when my brother got him home when he was still in the car my brother promised him that we would love and take care of him until God wanted him, and that's just what we did. So the promise was kept for 14 years. He was the second beloved pet we lost in a year, we also lost our rat terrier.

I'm sorry that this was so long, but I just had to tell you about him.

Blessings to all.

Harlene(lovestopaint)

Re: Daily Positive Thread for Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Puddles — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 12:18:15 GMT

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HeresLucy — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:30:19 GMT

Good morning,

I hope your open house is a success, Gloria. The right person at the right time will come along.

Sorry about your cat, Harlene.

God bless you all.

Re: Daily Positive Thread for Wednesday, July 29, 2015

gloriajean — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 22:33:27 GMT

Harlene - so sorry about your Boots!! Our Mickey we had for 14 years too!!

Thanks Lucy! Thanks also for prayers.

Thanks to all who posts here!!

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