"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.""
Exodus 14:14 NIV
When you're in a battle, it's only natural to fight back. Our human nature wants to take care of the problem; whether it be relational, financial or physical. We seek counsel, pick up some overtime or go see the doctor.
And while all those are good solutions, maybe we need to be still first, and turn it over to God. Maybe we need to let him fight our battles for us.
There is nothing wrong with putting feet to your prayers but you still must put your faith in your Heavenly Father!
So be still, let Him fight for you and Be blessed!
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Friday, June 28, 2024
A journey…
"Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me."
Philippians 3:12 NIV
The Christian walk is a journey! We strive to move forward in the path. Some days we stumble, and some days we go off course. But we keep walking toward the goal, which is Christ.
Christ has more in store for you! Keep walking, keep moving. You will never achieve perfection in this lifetime, but God sees you. He smiles at your progress.
And when you can't walk anymore, let Christ carry you. Enjoy the journey and Be Blessed!
Philippians 3:12 NIV
The Christian walk is a journey! We strive to move forward in the path. Some days we stumble, and some days we go off course. But we keep walking toward the goal, which is Christ.
Christ has more in store for you! Keep walking, keep moving. You will never achieve perfection in this lifetime, but God sees you. He smiles at your progress.
And when you can't walk anymore, let Christ carry you. Enjoy the journey and Be Blessed!
Thursday, June 27, 2024
The thief…
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
John 10:10 NIV
Sometimes the little things can steal your joy! Maybe your paycheck was wrong, you burnt the toast, or the kids are acting up today. A little thing, can steal your joy and ruin your day.
That's what the enemy wants, and he will grasp at every straw to try and bring you down. Remember, God is in control and He brings light in the darkness.
So don't let your joy be taken from you today! Take a deep breath, remember that God loves you and He is still on the thrown. Then you will Be Blessed!
John 10:10 NIV
Sometimes the little things can steal your joy! Maybe your paycheck was wrong, you burnt the toast, or the kids are acting up today. A little thing, can steal your joy and ruin your day.
That's what the enemy wants, and he will grasp at every straw to try and bring you down. Remember, God is in control and He brings light in the darkness.
So don't let your joy be taken from you today! Take a deep breath, remember that God loves you and He is still on the thrown. Then you will Be Blessed!
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Helping…
"Boaz replied, "I've been told all about what you have done for your mother-in-law since the death of your husband-"
Ruth 2:11a NIV
Ruth stayed to help Naomi. She was a true friend, she led like we should. She helped someone in need. She sacrificed for others.
Have you followed that example? In today's "me centered" world, helping others is a rare commodity. But the joy and pleasures of pouring into someone in need far outweighs the cost.
God didn't put us in earth to do life alone. So if you have a hand up, why don't you put a hand out and help lift someone else up. You both will Be Blessed!
Ruth 2:11a NIV
Ruth stayed to help Naomi. She was a true friend, she led like we should. She helped someone in need. She sacrificed for others.
Have you followed that example? In today's "me centered" world, helping others is a rare commodity. But the joy and pleasures of pouring into someone in need far outweighs the cost.
God didn't put us in earth to do life alone. So if you have a hand up, why don't you put a hand out and help lift someone else up. You both will Be Blessed!
Monday, June 24, 2024
Testing…
"Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid. God has come to test you, so that the fear of God will be with you to keep you from sinning.""
Exodus 20:20 NIV
Have you ever felt God is testing you? I surely have. I don't claim to understand all of God's ways. And I might not "test" my own children, but I can see why He does.
Some times He test to see if we will remain faithful. Some time to see if He can entrust us with more. Can you withstand the test?
I believe He truly loves us, but testing can sometimes waiver our faith. But if we come through and completely trust Him, the we will see how much we can Be blessed!
Exodus 20:20 NIV
Have you ever felt God is testing you? I surely have. I don't claim to understand all of God's ways. And I might not "test" my own children, but I can see why He does.
Some times He test to see if we will remain faithful. Some time to see if He can entrust us with more. Can you withstand the test?
I believe He truly loves us, but testing can sometimes waiver our faith. But if we come through and completely trust Him, the we will see how much we can Be blessed!
Friday, June 21, 2024
Prayer…
"The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty."
Proverbs 21:5 NIV
Do you make plans? Maybe for the work day or for vacation or what needs to get done at home. But what about your prayer life? Do you make plans for it?
I've never been a great prayer. Some days it's a struggle, so I have been studying a little about prayer lately. Planning for your prayer time can be very important. Maybe you need to make a list or set aside a certain time of the day. Be focused like you would a task at work or home.
Having a plan for prayer will keep you on track. Keep your mind from wandering and lead to better time with the Father. Then you will Be Blessed!
Proverbs 21:5 NIV
Do you make plans? Maybe for the work day or for vacation or what needs to get done at home. But what about your prayer life? Do you make plans for it?
I've never been a great prayer. Some days it's a struggle, so I have been studying a little about prayer lately. Planning for your prayer time can be very important. Maybe you need to make a list or set aside a certain time of the day. Be focused like you would a task at work or home.
Having a plan for prayer will keep you on track. Keep your mind from wandering and lead to better time with the Father. Then you will Be Blessed!
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Here's a Bible passage I'd like to share with you...
""I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
John 10:11 NIV
If you know anything about sheepdogs, they protect their flock just like the shepherd would. There are many stories of sheepdogs defending their flock against multiple wolves at the same time, in the hills beyond the field. Coming back bloody and mangled, willing to give their life to save the sheep.
Jesus is our shepherd, He is our sheepdog. We may just be grazing in the field, but He is on the hillside fighting our battles. He DID lay down His life for ours.
So whatever you're facing, Jesus will fight for you, He will defend you. He may come back bloody and mangled but He will overcome the enemy. Take solace in know He loves you enough that He died for you and Be blessed!
John 10:11 NIV
If you know anything about sheepdogs, they protect their flock just like the shepherd would. There are many stories of sheepdogs defending their flock against multiple wolves at the same time, in the hills beyond the field. Coming back bloody and mangled, willing to give their life to save the sheep.
Jesus is our shepherd, He is our sheepdog. We may just be grazing in the field, but He is on the hillside fighting our battles. He DID lay down His life for ours.
So whatever you're facing, Jesus will fight for you, He will defend you. He may come back bloody and mangled but He will overcome the enemy. Take solace in know He loves you enough that He died for you and Be blessed!
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
God is for us…
"What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?"
Romans 8:31 NIV
Sometimes we need to read that verse, then read it again, and again…OUT LOUD!
The enemy may attack, work may suck, finances may struggle, relationships may be strained, anxiety and depression may be lingering but GOD is FOR YOU! Nothing can stand against Him.
So keep praying, keep pushing. Know that God is working behind the scenes, in His time and in His way. He is fighting for you.
Keep your chin up, know that He loves you and Be Blessed!
Romans 8:31 NIV
Sometimes we need to read that verse, then read it again, and again…OUT LOUD!
The enemy may attack, work may suck, finances may struggle, relationships may be strained, anxiety and depression may be lingering but GOD is FOR YOU! Nothing can stand against Him.
So keep praying, keep pushing. Know that God is working behind the scenes, in His time and in His way. He is fighting for you.
Keep your chin up, know that He loves you and Be Blessed!
Monday, June 17, 2024
Christ in you…
"My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me."
Galatians 2:20 NLT
Sometimes we feel beat down and like we aren't going to survive. Anxiety, stress, physical health, and spiritual health can all make us feel broken. But we do t have to live by our own strength anymore, because Christ lives in us.
Even when it is hard to connect with God and we feel like our prayers don't make it past the ceiling; we must rely on Christ! Trust Him, even when you feel He has left you alone. He is still there!
So trust that Christ lives in you! He is there, cast your cares in Him and Be Blessed!
Galatians 2:20 NLT
Sometimes we feel beat down and like we aren't going to survive. Anxiety, stress, physical health, and spiritual health can all make us feel broken. But we do t have to live by our own strength anymore, because Christ lives in us.
Even when it is hard to connect with God and we feel like our prayers don't make it past the ceiling; we must rely on Christ! Trust Him, even when you feel He has left you alone. He is still there!
So trust that Christ lives in you! He is there, cast your cares in Him and Be Blessed!
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Evil…
"Don't let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good."
Romans 12:21 NLT
It is easy to pay back evil with evil, to give someone what you feel they deserve. But it's very difficult to repay evil with good. As the old saying goes: "kill them with kindness."
Evil is just the absence of good! Fill the world with good and evil will flee. Jesus came to save us from the evil one. Let's do our part to spread His good news to everyone.
So next time you're offended or attacked, try returning some good to the offender. Something tells me they will be knocked off their heels and you both will Be Blessed!
Romans 12:21 NLT
It is easy to pay back evil with evil, to give someone what you feel they deserve. But it's very difficult to repay evil with good. As the old saying goes: "kill them with kindness."
Evil is just the absence of good! Fill the world with good and evil will flee. Jesus came to save us from the evil one. Let's do our part to spread His good news to everyone.
So next time you're offended or attacked, try returning some good to the offender. Something tells me they will be knocked off their heels and you both will Be Blessed!
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Faith…
"For we live by believing (faith) and not by seeing."
2 Corinthians 5:7 NLT
Life rarely goes as we expect or plan. We often get derailed. Our instinct is to crave clarity, answers and regain control. But in these moments of uncertainty, God's word speaks truth: "live by faith."
Walking by faith doesn't ignore your fears, it looks fear in the eyes and choices to trust God's plan anyway. Faith calls for us to surrender control to God and lean into Him.
Your faith walk may be rocky and some times treacherous but God goes before you. He fights for you, let Him lead your path and you will Be blessed!
2 Corinthians 5:7 NLT
Life rarely goes as we expect or plan. We often get derailed. Our instinct is to crave clarity, answers and regain control. But in these moments of uncertainty, God's word speaks truth: "live by faith."
Walking by faith doesn't ignore your fears, it looks fear in the eyes and choices to trust God's plan anyway. Faith calls for us to surrender control to God and lean into Him.
Your faith walk may be rocky and some times treacherous but God goes before you. He fights for you, let Him lead your path and you will Be blessed!
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
War..
"They will wage war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will triumph over them because he is Lord of Lords and King of kings—and with him will be his called, chosen and faithful followers.""
Revelation 17:14 NIV
Spiritual life can be a constant battle. Truth is, it is constant war!! The enemy wages war against the Lamb of God. He does that by attacking His children.
Our spiritual battle was never guaranteed to be easy. Some days we have to push and fight to make a step forward. Some days we can't more forward so we just have to stand firm on the promises that God is fighting our battles for us.
So trust that Jesus is the King of kings and the Lord of lords. He is fighting your battles for you, even if you don't feel it. Trust Him and Be blessed!
Revelation 17:14 NIV
Spiritual life can be a constant battle. Truth is, it is constant war!! The enemy wages war against the Lamb of God. He does that by attacking His children.
Our spiritual battle was never guaranteed to be easy. Some days we have to push and fight to make a step forward. Some days we can't more forward so we just have to stand firm on the promises that God is fighting our battles for us.
So trust that Jesus is the King of kings and the Lord of lords. He is fighting your battles for you, even if you don't feel it. Trust Him and Be blessed!
Monday, June 10, 2024
Dark and light…
""You are the light of the world."
Matthew 5:14a NIV
Darkness is the absence of light, we cannot measure darkness only light. In the blackest of places, a small candle can drive out the darkness.
Are you driving out the darkness in your world? Are you being the light? When the light comes on…darkness flees!
So be the light to someone today! Drive out their darkness with your kindness and love. Then you and they will Be Blessed!
Matthew 5:14a NIV
Darkness is the absence of light, we cannot measure darkness only light. In the blackest of places, a small candle can drive out the darkness.
Are you driving out the darkness in your world? Are you being the light? When the light comes on…darkness flees!
So be the light to someone today! Drive out their darkness with your kindness and love. Then you and they will Be Blessed!
Friday, June 7, 2024
Your reason…
"But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,"
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
It is very easy to tell someone, "yeah I'm a Christian!" But when they ask "why" then what is your answer? Why have you chosen Christ? Why do you believe He died and rose again? Can you articulate your reasons for believing?
We all have reasons for what we do and what we believe, even sub-conscious reasons. Can you explain those to the unbeliever?
Even in your darkest valley, do you still believe? Is your faith explainable and unmovable?
Find your reason, explain it to those who ask. Then you and they will Be Blessed!
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
It is very easy to tell someone, "yeah I'm a Christian!" But when they ask "why" then what is your answer? Why have you chosen Christ? Why do you believe He died and rose again? Can you articulate your reasons for believing?
We all have reasons for what we do and what we believe, even sub-conscious reasons. Can you explain those to the unbeliever?
Even in your darkest valley, do you still believe? Is your faith explainable and unmovable?
Find your reason, explain it to those who ask. Then you and they will Be Blessed!
Thursday, June 6, 2024
A new life…
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"
2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
How is your life reflecting Jesus? When you interact with others, can they see something different in you that leads them to hope in Christ?
Christ filled us with a new hope that we should want to share with others. We should be an example of Christ love.
So put away your old self, thank Christ for making you new and Be Blessed!
2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
How is your life reflecting Jesus? When you interact with others, can they see something different in you that leads them to hope in Christ?
Christ filled us with a new hope that we should want to share with others. We should be an example of Christ love.
So put away your old self, thank Christ for making you new and Be Blessed!
A new life…
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"
2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
How is your life reflecting Jesus? When you interact with others, can they see something different in you that leads them to hope in Christ?
Christ filled us with a new hope that we should want to share with others. We should be an example of Christ love.
So put away your old self, thank Christ for making you new and Be Blessed!
2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
How is your life reflecting Jesus? When you interact with others, can they see something different in you that leads them to hope in Christ?
Christ filled us with a new hope that we should want to share with others. We should be an example of Christ love.
So put away your old self, thank Christ for making you new and Be Blessed!
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Water…
"As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God."
Psalms 42:1 NIV
When our bodies need water or some other nutrients, it loses its full potential. We slow down, we make mistakes, we struggle. Our body breaks down.
Our soul is the same, it needs a relationship with our Heavenly Father. Our soul works better when we have what we need from God.
Seek the water that you need from Him. Allow God to provide your soul what it needs, so you can Be Blessed!
Psalms 42:1 NIV
When our bodies need water or some other nutrients, it loses its full potential. We slow down, we make mistakes, we struggle. Our body breaks down.
Our soul is the same, it needs a relationship with our Heavenly Father. Our soul works better when we have what we need from God.
Seek the water that you need from Him. Allow God to provide your soul what it needs, so you can Be Blessed!
Monday, June 3, 2024
Faith…
"Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."
Hebrews 11:1 NIV
Faith is easy when things are going well! We must believe God's promise when our circumstances look different. We must continue to believe even when God is silent.
Faith is most difficult when trouble comes but true faith shines brightest in the darkness. Faith is a skill in my Christian walk that I struggle with, especially in the darkness, even more in the silence.
So grab a prayer partner or a Christian friend, check on their faith and let them upbuild yours. God is still there, even in the silence. Keep your faith and you will Be blessed!
Hebrews 11:1 NIV
Faith is easy when things are going well! We must believe God's promise when our circumstances look different. We must continue to believe even when God is silent.
Faith is most difficult when trouble comes but true faith shines brightest in the darkness. Faith is a skill in my Christian walk that I struggle with, especially in the darkness, even more in the silence.
So grab a prayer partner or a Christian friend, check on their faith and let them upbuild yours. God is still there, even in the silence. Keep your faith and you will Be blessed!
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