Monday, January 9, 2012
Monday, December 5, 2011
Can you control your tounge while driving? It's pretty hard.
If you want to learn to be a stunt car driver, move to Atlanta! Interstate 85 (better known as the constipated colon road to Atlanta) is a real challange especially since the state government messed with the Hov lanes."(It's best to prepare for the unexpected, definitely unbelieveable occurances while traveling anywhere on I-85.) "The Mystery Drive," downtown promises to elevate your blood pressure and challange your righteousness and imagination every single time!
Imagine tooling 65 to 75 mph in 8 lanes of traffic, singing your favorite tunes and bebobing a little to relax. Now throw in a tail gator, who resembles a hemaroid. Don't forget to add the big trucks weaving in and out of lanes, just missing your car. You're in a middle lane, boxed in on all sides. The semi, just 2 car links ahead of you in the right lane, has a major blow out. Two of his tires blow almost simultaneously together. The cute little sports car, right in front of you, takes a huge hit from flying tire parts. Suddenly, there's no way to dodge flying fiberglass, impact is inevitable. It bounces on the pavement, just before it kisses my front end. Then, of course I roll over what was once part of a trunk. "Well $#!*" flys out of my mouth.
Of course, I've just had a treatment and all this makes me sick, but there's no place to throw up, so I swallow it. Lovely huh? That was my day. How was your day? : D I sure hope your day was better than mine. Actually, it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Imagine how the sports car driver feels. He literally lost his hinnie! (That sports car wasn't so cute after the right rear panel and part of the trunk flew off.) He didn't stop either, we all just kept tooling up 85, thankful not to have been hurt. How many angels do you think God has watching main interstates? My guess is thousands on overtime!
What's my point? Although I try hard not to cuss-I do when I'm scared, mad or frustrated. That's one of my many sins. We all come short of the glory of God. Isn't it easier to admit our sins and ask others to pray for our weaknesses? Shouldn't we forgive and help each other? Please pray for me I travel I-85 and often loose control of my mouth.
"Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue is also a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell." James 3:5&6 (NIV)
Imagine tooling 65 to 75 mph in 8 lanes of traffic, singing your favorite tunes and bebobing a little to relax. Now throw in a tail gator, who resembles a hemaroid. Don't forget to add the big trucks weaving in and out of lanes, just missing your car. You're in a middle lane, boxed in on all sides. The semi, just 2 car links ahead of you in the right lane, has a major blow out. Two of his tires blow almost simultaneously together. The cute little sports car, right in front of you, takes a huge hit from flying tire parts. Suddenly, there's no way to dodge flying fiberglass, impact is inevitable. It bounces on the pavement, just before it kisses my front end. Then, of course I roll over what was once part of a trunk. "Well $#!*" flys out of my mouth.
Of course, I've just had a treatment and all this makes me sick, but there's no place to throw up, so I swallow it. Lovely huh? That was my day. How was your day? : D I sure hope your day was better than mine. Actually, it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Imagine how the sports car driver feels. He literally lost his hinnie! (That sports car wasn't so cute after the right rear panel and part of the trunk flew off.) He didn't stop either, we all just kept tooling up 85, thankful not to have been hurt. How many angels do you think God has watching main interstates? My guess is thousands on overtime!
What's my point? Although I try hard not to cuss-I do when I'm scared, mad or frustrated. That's one of my many sins. We all come short of the glory of God. Isn't it easier to admit our sins and ask others to pray for our weaknesses? Shouldn't we forgive and help each other? Please pray for me I travel I-85 and often loose control of my mouth.
"Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue is also a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell." James 3:5&6 (NIV)
Thursday, December 1, 2011
My Help Comes from The Lord!
" I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; From where shall my help come?My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, He who keeps Israel Will neither slumber, nor sleep. The Lord is your keeper; The Lord is your shade on your right hand. The sun will not smite you by day, Nor the moon by night. The Lord will protect you from all evil; He will keep your soul. The Lord will guard your going out and your coming in From this time forth and forever." Psalm 121 (NASB)
While I was watching the afternoon news I saw a ten year old boy whose heart was working at a ten percent capacity. He would like a new heart for Christmas. If I could, I would give him mine. I hate the thought of a ten year old child suffering and I hate what his Momma must be going through.
Latter, I seen an older lady talking about health insurance. She said she hoped she'd never have to use her health care, but was glad it was there if she ever needed it. :) Reality is almost all of us, young or old, at some point in our life will have to go through the dying process. Very few will be ushered into a physical death without pain, or suffering. If we realize this, maybe we can accept our fate a little easier, when sickness comes calling in our life.
Knowing God holds my fate is so comforting for me. I will joyfully be here every minute He wants me to be here. Likewise, I'll depart to be with Him forever as soon as God calls my name. He will not have to ask me twice. :)
Happiness is a choice, but only God can give the peace that surpasses all understanding. I can't explain it. It's one of those things I wish I could take out of my heart- just for a few minutes and put in your heart so you could feel it, but I can't. Putting your trust and faith in God relieves the weight of the world, warms your heart and soul, and puts a song in your heart.
"Then Jesus again spoke to them saying, "I am the light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in darkness, but will have the Light of life." John 8:12 (NASB)
If you'll read the rest of John chapter 8, I think you'll be blessed. If you haven't already ask God's Holy Spirit to come into your life, I pray you will very soon. If you'll faithfully seek God I know you'll find Him. God Bless and keep you.
While I was watching the afternoon news I saw a ten year old boy whose heart was working at a ten percent capacity. He would like a new heart for Christmas. If I could, I would give him mine. I hate the thought of a ten year old child suffering and I hate what his Momma must be going through.
Latter, I seen an older lady talking about health insurance. She said she hoped she'd never have to use her health care, but was glad it was there if she ever needed it. :) Reality is almost all of us, young or old, at some point in our life will have to go through the dying process. Very few will be ushered into a physical death without pain, or suffering. If we realize this, maybe we can accept our fate a little easier, when sickness comes calling in our life.
Knowing God holds my fate is so comforting for me. I will joyfully be here every minute He wants me to be here. Likewise, I'll depart to be with Him forever as soon as God calls my name. He will not have to ask me twice. :)
Happiness is a choice, but only God can give the peace that surpasses all understanding. I can't explain it. It's one of those things I wish I could take out of my heart- just for a few minutes and put in your heart so you could feel it, but I can't. Putting your trust and faith in God relieves the weight of the world, warms your heart and soul, and puts a song in your heart.
"Then Jesus again spoke to them saying, "I am the light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in darkness, but will have the Light of life." John 8:12 (NASB)
If you'll read the rest of John chapter 8, I think you'll be blessed. If you haven't already ask God's Holy Spirit to come into your life, I pray you will very soon. If you'll faithfully seek God I know you'll find Him. God Bless and keep you.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Don't Worry, Be Happy!
"Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, the God who is our salvation. God is to us a God of deliverance; And to God the Lord belong escape from death." Psalm 68:19 & 20 (NASB)
That's a lot to be thankful and happy about right there! Shed your worries family in Christ. Our God is still in control and He's offering to lighten your load, if you'll give Him your fears and concerns. Even if we loose our earthly body to a physical death, we will live on in a perfect heavenly body.
"Your God has commanded your strength; Show yourself strong, O God, who have acted on our behalf ." Psalm 68:28 (NASB)
"O God, You are awesome from your Sanctuary. The God of Israel Himself gives strength and power to the people. Blessed be God! Psalm 68:35 (NASB)
Be happy the God who made you, loves you and holds your fate. Faithfully stand for Him and He will help you fulfill your destiny. Make your journey to eternity a happy fulfilling trip.
That's a lot to be thankful and happy about right there! Shed your worries family in Christ. Our God is still in control and He's offering to lighten your load, if you'll give Him your fears and concerns. Even if we loose our earthly body to a physical death, we will live on in a perfect heavenly body.
"Your God has commanded your strength; Show yourself strong, O God, who have acted on our behalf ." Psalm 68:28 (NASB)
"O God, You are awesome from your Sanctuary. The God of Israel Himself gives strength and power to the people. Blessed be God! Psalm 68:35 (NASB)
Be happy the God who made you, loves you and holds your fate. Faithfully stand for Him and He will help you fulfill your destiny. Make your journey to eternity a happy fulfilling trip.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Find Your Captain and Stay Close to Him.
Mark and I signed up for a little two hour Cruise down by Cumberland Island. Our boat was suppose to depart at 2:30 sharp on Friday afternoon. We were in a "new area" that we knew next to nothing about. Obviously, many other of the passengers were in the same boat we were in. In fact, there were two groups of people all waiting for the same Cruise. Both groups were certain they were in the right place waiting to board.
After talking to people in both groups I decided I would go directly to the office and ask them where I should wait. As it turned out neither group was right. I was introduced to the captain and told to follow him to get on board. Walking by the two different groups I told them this is our captain. Some listened and followed, others stayed where they thought they should wait.
Life is full of choices, but we all should choose wisely. Eternity is a long time, we need to find the One and only way to God the Father-through Jesus the Son. If you haven't found Him yet, please read the book of John.
Read: John chapter 3
Then Read John chapter 5
"Truly, truly I say to you, he who hears my word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgement, but has passed out of death into life." John 5:24 (NASB)
After talking to people in both groups I decided I would go directly to the office and ask them where I should wait. As it turned out neither group was right. I was introduced to the captain and told to follow him to get on board. Walking by the two different groups I told them this is our captain. Some listened and followed, others stayed where they thought they should wait.
Life is full of choices, but we all should choose wisely. Eternity is a long time, we need to find the One and only way to God the Father-through Jesus the Son. If you haven't found Him yet, please read the book of John.
Read: John chapter 3
Then Read John chapter 5
"Truly, truly I say to you, he who hears my word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgement, but has passed out of death into life." John 5:24 (NASB)
Monday, November 21, 2011
What Does it Mean to be a Child of God?
You're a chosen person of great value to God and other believers! God will assist you in every part of life, if you'll let Him. You have a purpose-to glorify God all the days of your life!
"I took you from the ends of the earth, from the farthest corners I have called you. I said,"You are my servant; I have chosen you and not rejected you. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:9-10 (NASB)
"I will make rivers flow on barren heights, and springs within the valleys. I will turn the desert into pools of water, and the parched ground into springs." Isaiah 41:18 (NASB)
"Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgement, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil."
Ecclesiastes 12:13b-14 (NASB)
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. Psalm 111:10 (NASB)
"And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:18 (NASB)
A child of God will have all they need, not everything they want, but all they need. In the Good and Bad times give God the glory! There's much to learn in every circumstance of life. Grow closer to Christ Jesus and other believers-the Best is yet to come.
"Therefore as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as the members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." Colossians 3:12-15 (NASB)
"I took you from the ends of the earth, from the farthest corners I have called you. I said,"You are my servant; I have chosen you and not rejected you. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:9-10 (NASB)
"I will make rivers flow on barren heights, and springs within the valleys. I will turn the desert into pools of water, and the parched ground into springs." Isaiah 41:18 (NASB)
"Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgement, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil."
Ecclesiastes 12:13b-14 (NASB)
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. Psalm 111:10 (NASB)
"And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:18 (NASB)
A child of God will have all they need, not everything they want, but all they need. In the Good and Bad times give God the glory! There's much to learn in every circumstance of life. Grow closer to Christ Jesus and other believers-the Best is yet to come.
"Therefore as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as the members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." Colossians 3:12-15 (NASB)
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Are You a Scardy Cat, or a Warrior?
Do you think Jesus was annoyed when His disciples were so afraid when the ship was tossed about by the stormy waves? They'd seen Him take care of all kinds of problems, feeding the five thousand and healing the sick. Ironically, a lot of people still panic in adversity despite knowing all the events that took place in the Bible.
He is still the same today as He was yesterday. He still heals, feeds and calms the storms today. Yet, there are times He chooses to ride the storms with us. He calms His child while the cancer, financial and personal storms rage. If you're in the midst of one of these storms don't be afraid. God knows exactly where you are. He'll sweep you up into His loving arms, and hold you close, if you'll by faith, ask Him. Without faith, were are merely walking dead men.
Faith in Christ gives us everything we will ever need in life. :) You're equipped to handle anything this life throws at you-Press On!
Read : Matthew 8:23-27 Then Read: Psalm 146
"Do not put your trust in princes, in mortal men, who can not save." Psalm 146:3
"Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob,whose hope is in the Lord his God, the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them the Lord, who remains faithful forever.
Psalm 146:5&6 (NASB)
"Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?
John 11:25 & 26 (NASB)
He is still the same today as He was yesterday. He still heals, feeds and calms the storms today. Yet, there are times He chooses to ride the storms with us. He calms His child while the cancer, financial and personal storms rage. If you're in the midst of one of these storms don't be afraid. God knows exactly where you are. He'll sweep you up into His loving arms, and hold you close, if you'll by faith, ask Him. Without faith, were are merely walking dead men.
Faith in Christ gives us everything we will ever need in life. :) You're equipped to handle anything this life throws at you-Press On!
Read : Matthew 8:23-27 Then Read: Psalm 146
"Do not put your trust in princes, in mortal men, who can not save." Psalm 146:3
"Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob,whose hope is in the Lord his God, the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them the Lord, who remains faithful forever.
Psalm 146:5&6 (NASB)
"Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?
John 11:25 & 26 (NASB)
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