"When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus."
Acts 4:13 NIV
"Unschooled, ordinary men": in fact they were blue collar, fishermen, yet they spread the gospel throughout the world. Jesus had ordinary men as His companions and confidents.
So when you say, "God can't use me", I'm just a teacher, or businessman or homemaker: remember the words in Act 4:13. Jesus needs and uses ordinary people to spread the gospel.
Your neighbor is more likely to listen to you sharing the gospel than if some random preacher came knocking on their door, unannounced. So use your influence, where you are and share His good news.
God makes extraordinary out of ordinary! Let Him use you and Be Blessed!
Monday, May 27, 2024
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Compromises…
"Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts. They do not compromise with evil, and they walk only in his paths."
Psalms 119:2-3 NLT
Are you a rule follower? For the most part, I am. I try not to compromise my integrity and do what I am supposed to do. But I wasn't always that way. In my younger years, I was a rebel and liked to rock the boat. It led to a rocky life.
I found that seeking God and not compromising with evil, gave me a peaceful heart. My soul feels better when I walk in God's path.
So try seeking God's heart, follow His path and laws and I guarantee, you will Be blessed!
Psalms 119:2-3 NLT
Are you a rule follower? For the most part, I am. I try not to compromise my integrity and do what I am supposed to do. But I wasn't always that way. In my younger years, I was a rebel and liked to rock the boat. It led to a rocky life.
I found that seeking God and not compromising with evil, gave me a peaceful heart. My soul feels better when I walk in God's path.
So try seeking God's heart, follow His path and laws and I guarantee, you will Be blessed!
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Praise…
"You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God, and I will exalt you. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."
Psalms 118:28-29 NIV
Do you ever just take a day off from asking God for things and just praise Him for who He is? Just stop making your prayers about yourself and make them about your Heavenly Father today.
Just praise Him for all the things, that you know, He has done for you. And for all the other things, that you don't even realize He has done. Praise Him for His love, His grace and His mercy.
Praise Him because He is your God, your Savior, your friend. Praise Him for who He is to you. Praise Him because you love Him. Just praise and Be Blessed!
Psalms 118:28-29 NIV
Do you ever just take a day off from asking God for things and just praise Him for who He is? Just stop making your prayers about yourself and make them about your Heavenly Father today.
Just praise Him for all the things, that you know, He has done for you. And for all the other things, that you don't even realize He has done. Praise Him for His love, His grace and His mercy.
Praise Him because He is your God, your Savior, your friend. Praise Him for who He is to you. Praise Him because you love Him. Just praise and Be Blessed!
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Holy…
"Be holy, because I am holy.""
1 Peter 1:16 NIV
"Holy" means to be dedicated or consecrated to God. We are worthy of being holy because Christ made a way. No longer are the legalistic sacrifices necessary.
Holiness is also a daily walk, some days are better than others but dedication to God comes from putting one foot in front of the other and getting closer and closer to our Heavenly Father.
Christ made a way, the only way. Keep walking , keep pushing, be dedicated to God and you will Be blessed!
1 Peter 1:16 NIV
"Holy" means to be dedicated or consecrated to God. We are worthy of being holy because Christ made a way. No longer are the legalistic sacrifices necessary.
Holiness is also a daily walk, some days are better than others but dedication to God comes from putting one foot in front of the other and getting closer and closer to our Heavenly Father.
Christ made a way, the only way. Keep walking , keep pushing, be dedicated to God and you will Be blessed!
Monday, May 20, 2024
Faith…
"Then he touched their eyes and said, "According to your faith let it be done to you";"
Matthew 9:29 NIV
We know that God can do whatever we ask, but faith requires something on our part; we must believe. We must trust in Him, turn it over to Him and allow Him to do His part.
If we keep trying to fix it ourselves, that's not faith, that's self reliance. We must believe that God is who He says He is and will do what He has promised. Our part is to believe.
So give it to Him, whatever it is, trust His word and believe He will do it. Have faith and you will Be blessed!
Matthew 9:29 NIV
We know that God can do whatever we ask, but faith requires something on our part; we must believe. We must trust in Him, turn it over to Him and allow Him to do His part.
If we keep trying to fix it ourselves, that's not faith, that's self reliance. We must believe that God is who He says He is and will do what He has promised. Our part is to believe.
So give it to Him, whatever it is, trust His word and believe He will do it. Have faith and you will Be blessed!
Friday, May 17, 2024
Life of purpose…
"So I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing."
1 Corinthians 9:26 NLT
What's your purpose? Or are you just shadow boxing, never to discover God's calling in your life.
We all have a purpose that God has ordained us for, discover it and make a difference in the kingdom of God. He can use you to build His kingdom with the talents He has given you.
Run with purpose, live the life God has planned for you and Be Blessed!
1 Corinthians 9:26 NLT
What's your purpose? Or are you just shadow boxing, never to discover God's calling in your life.
We all have a purpose that God has ordained us for, discover it and make a difference in the kingdom of God. He can use you to build His kingdom with the talents He has given you.
Run with purpose, live the life God has planned for you and Be Blessed!
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Love for one another…
"Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.""
John 13:35 NLT
Do you tell people you are a Christian or do you show them? We can be like the Pharisees all day long; praying elegant prayers and reading our bible and showing up at church. We make post about how great our service was or the sermon.
Or do we love people, care for their needs, feed the hungry, take care of the widows and orphans? Are we God's hands and feet?
To put it another way: Do we walk the walk or just talk the talk?
I pray that you and I are demonstrating God's love to one another. If so, then you will Be blessed!
John 13:35 NLT
Do you tell people you are a Christian or do you show them? We can be like the Pharisees all day long; praying elegant prayers and reading our bible and showing up at church. We make post about how great our service was or the sermon.
Or do we love people, care for their needs, feed the hungry, take care of the widows and orphans? Are we God's hands and feet?
To put it another way: Do we walk the walk or just talk the talk?
I pray that you and I are demonstrating God's love to one another. If so, then you will Be blessed!
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Lies…
"When he (satan) lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies."
John 8:44 NIV
The enemy wants you to believe his lie's. "Your prayers don't matter", "there is no way out of this trouble", "God doesn't love you." These, and many more, are the lies he will make you believe. He will get into your head and overwhelm you so that you cannot see the truth.
But the Word of God tells us truth. Within its pages are verse after verse that refute these lies. The Bible and time with God allow us to overcome the enemy. To build a strong defense when he attacks.
So don't believe the lies, read the truth. Spend time with your Heavenly Father and build a defense around your thoughts. Trust in the Savior and Be Blessed!
Adapted from "Our daily bread"
John 8:44 NIV
The enemy wants you to believe his lie's. "Your prayers don't matter", "there is no way out of this trouble", "God doesn't love you." These, and many more, are the lies he will make you believe. He will get into your head and overwhelm you so that you cannot see the truth.
But the Word of God tells us truth. Within its pages are verse after verse that refute these lies. The Bible and time with God allow us to overcome the enemy. To build a strong defense when he attacks.
So don't believe the lies, read the truth. Spend time with your Heavenly Father and build a defense around your thoughts. Trust in the Savior and Be Blessed!
Adapted from "Our daily bread"
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Thanks to the Lord..
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."
Psalms 107:1 NIV
Do you ever take a moment just to thank God for His love and His blessings? For how much He loves you, even when you don't deserve it?
Most days, I am a big screw up, but yet God still loves me and blesses me. Just like we do our own children. God's favor upon us, despite who we are and how we act, astounds me. His love endures forever, no matter what.
So take a moment today. Thank Him for His goodness and love. Tell Him how much you love Him and Be Blessed!
Psalms 107:1 NIV
Do you ever take a moment just to thank God for His love and His blessings? For how much He loves you, even when you don't deserve it?
Most days, I am a big screw up, but yet God still loves me and blesses me. Just like we do our own children. God's favor upon us, despite who we are and how we act, astounds me. His love endures forever, no matter what.
So take a moment today. Thank Him for His goodness and love. Tell Him how much you love Him and Be Blessed!
Monday, May 13, 2024
This is the way…
"Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
John 14:6 NIV
This verse focuses on how we must be saved…Jesus is the way. But as I read it and re-read it, I see a simple approach to anything in this life…Jesus is the way.
Whatever the question…Jesus is the way. Marriage, finances, career, relationships, moral dilemmas…Jesus is the way!
So no matter what you're going through, no matter the question, Jesus is the way. Know that truth and Be blessed!
John 14:6 NIV
This verse focuses on how we must be saved…Jesus is the way. But as I read it and re-read it, I see a simple approach to anything in this life…Jesus is the way.
Whatever the question…Jesus is the way. Marriage, finances, career, relationships, moral dilemmas…Jesus is the way!
So no matter what you're going through, no matter the question, Jesus is the way. Know that truth and Be blessed!
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Serving others…
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
Galatians 6:9 NIV
Sometimes we are wore down and just flat tired. We need to make sure we are taking our sabbath to get refreshed. But we should never get tired of serving others.
God placed us here to help each other, not to do life alone. When we serve others, I feel like, God gives me an extra strength and resilience. He refreshes me!
Helping others and doing good may not pay off immediately but a harvest is coming. Others are watching and seeing God love through you. Trust me, you will Be Blessed!
Galatians 6:9 NIV
Sometimes we are wore down and just flat tired. We need to make sure we are taking our sabbath to get refreshed. But we should never get tired of serving others.
God placed us here to help each other, not to do life alone. When we serve others, I feel like, God gives me an extra strength and resilience. He refreshes me!
Helping others and doing good may not pay off immediately but a harvest is coming. Others are watching and seeing God love through you. Trust me, you will Be Blessed!
Friday, May 10, 2024
Fear…
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God."
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
"Feed your fears and your faith will starve. Feed your faith and your fears will." - Mac Lucado
Fear can shut you down in a blink of an eye. It can change your attitude in an instant. Fear has literally stopped soldiers in their tracks.
Fear is a primary attack from the enemy. He uses it to intimidate and threaten you. But with a strong faith, we know God is with us and we can overcome that fear.
So build your faith up, trust in the Lord, put in the full armor of God. Know that you have nothing to fear and Be Blessed!
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
"Feed your fears and your faith will starve. Feed your faith and your fears will." - Mac Lucado
Fear can shut you down in a blink of an eye. It can change your attitude in an instant. Fear has literally stopped soldiers in their tracks.
Fear is a primary attack from the enemy. He uses it to intimidate and threaten you. But with a strong faith, we know God is with us and we can overcome that fear.
So build your faith up, trust in the Lord, put in the full armor of God. Know that you have nothing to fear and Be Blessed!
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Battle…
"This is what the Lord says to you: 'Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's."
2 Chronicles 20:15b NIV
Have you ever felt like you're in a war? Against an overwhelming army? Trying to overcome the enemy by yourself? It's scary, but don't be.
Remember who your Lord is: He is a mighty warrior, going before you, fighting your battles. Follow Him, listen to His direction and you will be victorious.
Turn it over to Him, let the Lord of Heaven and earth defend you! Then you will Be blessed!
2 Chronicles 20:15b NIV
Have you ever felt like you're in a war? Against an overwhelming army? Trying to overcome the enemy by yourself? It's scary, but don't be.
Remember who your Lord is: He is a mighty warrior, going before you, fighting your battles. Follow Him, listen to His direction and you will be victorious.
Turn it over to Him, let the Lord of Heaven and earth defend you! Then you will Be blessed!
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Are you listening…
"The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, "Samuel! Samuel!" Then Samuel said, "Speak, for your servant is listening.""
1 Samuel 3:10 NIV
Samuel missed it the first three times that God spoke to him. Are you listening when God is speaking? Sometimes, He has to smack me right in the face before I hear Him.
We pray and we talk to God but do we listen for His response? Or do we listen when God is speaking to us at other times? How much have we missed out on because we didn't listen?
So when God speaks, listen! When we really hear God's voice, then we will Be Blessed!
1 Samuel 3:10 NIV
Samuel missed it the first three times that God spoke to him. Are you listening when God is speaking? Sometimes, He has to smack me right in the face before I hear Him.
We pray and we talk to God but do we listen for His response? Or do we listen when God is speaking to us at other times? How much have we missed out on because we didn't listen?
So when God speaks, listen! When we really hear God's voice, then we will Be Blessed!
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Integrity…
"Integrity will lead you to success, but treachery will destroy your dreams."
Proverbs 11:3 TPT
Are you a man of integrity?
Integrity takes lifetime to build and second to destroy. We must consciously strive each day to be men of integrity: in our public life, our private life, our work life and our spiritual life.
All that can be destroyed in one moment, one bad decision, one mistake. The world judges us by how we act and interact. They see God through us and judge Him because of us and our actions.
So choose every decision wisely, do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Be a man of integrity and Be Blessed!
Proverbs 11:3 TPT
Are you a man of integrity?
Integrity takes lifetime to build and second to destroy. We must consciously strive each day to be men of integrity: in our public life, our private life, our work life and our spiritual life.
All that can be destroyed in one moment, one bad decision, one mistake. The world judges us by how we act and interact. They see God through us and judge Him because of us and our actions.
So choose every decision wisely, do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Be a man of integrity and Be Blessed!
Monday, May 6, 2024
Chose Jesus…
"Anyone who comes to me must be willing to share my cross and experience it as his own, or he cannot be considered to be my disciple."
Luke 14:27 TPT
The choice to follow Jesus or yourself? It's a big decision, choosing self can have ups and downs. Maybe you succeed, maybe you don't. Life is hard with no one there to lean on.
Choosing to follow Jesus can be even more difficult. Persecution and world hate for the Christian is rampant. But the rewards far outweigh the risk. Jesus is there beside you, providing you with all you need.
Will you let the enemy rule you by yourself? Or will you fight the enemy with Jesus by your side? The choice is yours, chose Jesus and Be Blessed!
Luke 14:27 TPT
The choice to follow Jesus or yourself? It's a big decision, choosing self can have ups and downs. Maybe you succeed, maybe you don't. Life is hard with no one there to lean on.
Choosing to follow Jesus can be even more difficult. Persecution and world hate for the Christian is rampant. But the rewards far outweigh the risk. Jesus is there beside you, providing you with all you need.
Will you let the enemy rule you by yourself? Or will you fight the enemy with Jesus by your side? The choice is yours, chose Jesus and Be Blessed!
Friday, May 3, 2024
Listen…
"Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few."
Ecclesiastes 5:2 NIV
How many times do we enter prayer with request from God? We ask and ask, then we're done. But how much time do we spend listening?
Do you be quiet, be still and just listen? Listen for God's voice, listen for direction and discernment. Just listen. Remember, prayer is a conversation with your Heavenly Father. During a conversation both parties get to speak and both parties need to listen.
God is listening when you speak, are you listening when He speaks? Be quiet and listen and you will Be Blessed!
Ecclesiastes 5:2 NIV
How many times do we enter prayer with request from God? We ask and ask, then we're done. But how much time do we spend listening?
Do you be quiet, be still and just listen? Listen for God's voice, listen for direction and discernment. Just listen. Remember, prayer is a conversation with your Heavenly Father. During a conversation both parties get to speak and both parties need to listen.
God is listening when you speak, are you listening when He speaks? Be quiet and listen and you will Be Blessed!
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Prayer…
"Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful."
Colossians 4:2 NIV
How is your prayer life? Mine is, well it could always be better. I'm not a "get down on my knees" for an hour and wail and cry. I'm more of a continuous conversation with God throughout the day. Good or bad, I don't know that answer, but it works for me.
Prayer is a conversation with your Heavenly Father. You talk to Him and He talks to you. You can speak to Him with candor and tell Him when you're upset, glad, sad, happy. He is there to listen.
It is a privilege that we get to speak with Him directly. Jesus paved the way for direct prayer to the Father. So take some time today, speak to your Father and you will Be Blessed!
Colossians 4:2 NIV
How is your prayer life? Mine is, well it could always be better. I'm not a "get down on my knees" for an hour and wail and cry. I'm more of a continuous conversation with God throughout the day. Good or bad, I don't know that answer, but it works for me.
Prayer is a conversation with your Heavenly Father. You talk to Him and He talks to you. You can speak to Him with candor and tell Him when you're upset, glad, sad, happy. He is there to listen.
It is a privilege that we get to speak with Him directly. Jesus paved the way for direct prayer to the Father. So take some time today, speak to your Father and you will Be Blessed!
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Together…
"Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed."
Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller.
Success can be measured by the people you surround yourself with. Doing life together can lift each other up and accomplish so much more.
Life was never meant to be done alone. We must be in community, to live and support one another. To pour into each other's lives and to lift each other up.
Jesus spent His ministry with men who would spread His impact throughout the world and into the ages! Who are you doing life with, choose wisely and Be Blessed!
Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller.
Success can be measured by the people you surround yourself with. Doing life together can lift each other up and accomplish so much more.
Life was never meant to be done alone. We must be in community, to live and support one another. To pour into each other's lives and to lift each other up.
Jesus spent His ministry with men who would spread His impact throughout the world and into the ages! Who are you doing life with, choose wisely and Be Blessed!
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