Pause, Look Up, Reflect

 

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.Psalm 119:105

Do you rush through life so much that you never take time to give yourself time to reflect on the goodness of God? I have been guilty of it. 

Endless wasted fruitless hours of TV viewing don’t really get you closer to the kingdom of heaven. There have been a few zombie TV sessions at my home and I am so happy when the ‘idiot box’ as some refer to it, is flicked off and another more important activity engaged in. 

Maybe it is time to dive head first into getting to know God better through His word. Pick it up and start reading the Psalms. You will find after you feed your spirit your flesh won’t desire so much coddling. Dig deeper. Memorize scripture. Don’t let your Bible gather dust. Reflect on just what the passages mean as you go along. Now go look up! 

PRAYER: Your truth Lord is so important. The world has a great need for a savior as people, some I know, wander like a lost sheep needing a shepherd. Bring the lost to know you Lord and those who wander home. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

She Walked With The Lord

 

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.Psalm 116:15 NIV Bible Gateway

A dear long time friend of mine went to be with Jesus in Heaven on 29 March 24 and her husband said as he said his goodbyes she “walked with the Lord” which I loved that word picture. 

Death is not a thing to dread for a Christian who knows 100% when they take their last breath the next thing will be seeing the glory of Heaven. Grief is real and sadness over our human loss can be profound. Death can be a real mystery. 

Isn’t death what the Christ follower is preparing for all along? It should be. Even my friend while still alive had asked for powerful prayers of healing and in my mind I am thinking here on this Earth, but God did heal her in her Heavenly dwelling place. Are you prepared to leave Earth? 

PRAYER:I know your love for me is higher and deeper than I could ever imagine. I look forward to when I am called home. In the meantime keep me grounded on helping others come closer to experience you Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Been Wrong Thinking Lately?

 

Be careful what you think,because your thoughts run your life.Don’t use your mouth to tell lies;don’t ever say things that are not true.Keep your eyes focused on what is right,and look straight ahead to what is good.Proverbs 4:23-25 NCV Bible Gateway

Putting scenarios in your head that don’t even exist nor will exist is not a good idea. Trying to be a mind reader isn’t a good idea either.

Staying focused on what is ‘above’ and not dragging up things to fret about that you have no control over, is the habit to develop.

So you can choose peace or choose to have scattered mind. The choice is yours.

PRAYER: Each day is a new opportunity to stay focused on things that uplift not drag down and depress. Help me stay in the Word so I do this on a regular basis when the enemy starts throwing firey darts. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Work Diligently

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving”. Colossians 3:23-24

What is your job or what do you see as your calling? If a homemaker you have the most unappreciated and hardest job in the world. A business executive. A maintenance worker. A ditch digger. A chair lift operator. Whatever it is work at it hard and don’t slack off.

When you work act like God is right there beside you cause he is and you are a representative of him if you claim to be a believer. You wouldn’t want to shame your boss now would you?

Everything you do should be as a representative of the kingdom of Heaven. You are not there yet but someday if a follower of Christ you will be.Enjoy your temporary duty station but work hard and press on each day for a higher calling.

PRAYER: Lord I choose to not slack off no matter if working in my home or in public. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Do You Need To Reconnect With God?

“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” Psalm 119:105

How is your life? Have things been topsy turvy or have you felt sort of blah? Maybe issues in your life have created a sadness and a void. 

Good news is that God has not gone anywhere. When you mock his name, insult his followers, or pursue other interests than ones from the Lord He still loves you. 

If you feel an emptiness perhaps it is time to cry out to God and ask Him to come fill you with The Holy Spirit. 

PRAYER: Lord most high I praise you and thank you for who you are. Even when I don’t know how to pray you are there. Guide me to the truth. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

God Is the Master Of The Universe

 

The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Psalm 19:1

One of the greatest displays of God’s handiwork in creation was the total eclipse on 8 April 2024 yet in all the ooing and ahing by news reporters did anyone hear anyone say anything about the glory of God? This isn’t science it is the Almighty God the creator of the Universe! 

There are those misguided souls who worship the universe but forget about the creator. How can people witness this incredible event yet not want to shout out ‘glory to God’! I heard one reporter say the forces in the universe. 

God’s creation is amazing but yet somehow the enemy wants people to worship the Earth like on Earth day or call it Mother Earth but call it what it is  and that is God’s creation, every bit of it! For the day of April 8 for a moment the evil in the world was on the back burner while broadcasts were made of the Eclipse. The next one is 20 years from now. Look up because when the Lord returns He will come in clouds of glory. You can’t deny His existence. And then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky with power and great glory.Mark 13:26. 

PRAYER: Father I pray for those people who deny your existence or try to explain away the wonders you created. Touch their hearts. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Finding Joy When You Don't Want To

 

Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.Psalm 126:5 NIV Bible Gateway

Okay so a few days ago my dear longtime Arizona friend Elaine lost her short battle to gall bladder and liver cancer after many were praying deep heartfelt prayers for a miracle. She didn’t want whamsy pamsy prayers as she put it but prayers of warriors. My heart breaks for her husband and sons she has a beautiful family and legacy. 

But does God want us to crawl into the fetal position and bemoan her passing mad He did not give that miracle healing? The answer is a resounding no absolutely not. She is healed in Heaven of course her loving spouse of nearly 50 years and her sons wanted her whole and living an active pain free life again. So did I. 

You have to move on from hurt, pain, and grief. It comes in stages but anger at God is not a stage. The Bible says “in all things give thanks” so does this mean for the untimely passing of a beloved friend? Yes I think it does. God knows the big picture and earth is only a temporary home for us and while here you are to serve and honor Him. It is never too late to get right with the Lord. 

PRAYER: When we all get to Heaven what a joy it will be. I know that Lord. I also know Satan tries hard to get grieving people down in the dumps. Lift the spirits of anyone grieving and give them happy remembrances. In Jesus’ name. Amen.