"For I am the Lord your God, who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar— the Lord Almighty is his name."
Isaiah 51:15 NIV
As Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane, causing 15-20 foot storm surges, we see a SMALL comparison to the power of God. (Prayers for all those affected)
But as I read that verse, God nudged me…"I am greater than that."
If God's power can make hurricane seem small, then why can't I trust Him with the most insignificant things. Believe His power, trust that He is bigger than all your fears, anxieties and problems. Then you will Be Blessed!
Friday, September 27, 2024
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Love…
"This is my command: Love each other."
John 15:17 NIV
How much would the world change if we took this simple verse and put it into action? Love one another!
Christ didn't put stipulations on it: love them if they are your friend, love someone with the same political views or economic status, love someone of your same race or color. Nope, just a simple statement: Love one another!
Had there been qualifications needed, I guarantee Jesus would not have loved me enough to die for me or you. Love one another because He loved us!
So share some love today with someone: maybe a stranger, a coworker or that grumpy old man next door. See how it changes your perspective and Be Blessed!
John 15:17 NIV
How much would the world change if we took this simple verse and put it into action? Love one another!
Christ didn't put stipulations on it: love them if they are your friend, love someone with the same political views or economic status, love someone of your same race or color. Nope, just a simple statement: Love one another!
Had there been qualifications needed, I guarantee Jesus would not have loved me enough to die for me or you. Love one another because He loved us!
So share some love today with someone: maybe a stranger, a coworker or that grumpy old man next door. See how it changes your perspective and Be Blessed!
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Crush their heads…
"Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves; from the Sovereign Lord comes escape from death. Surely God will crush the heads of his enemies, the hairy crowns of those who go on in their sins. You, God, are awesome in your sanctuary; the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people. Praise be to God!"
Psalms 68:19-21, 35 NIV
I love learning from King David and reading the Psalms. I can relate to a man, who at times failed, but still loved God like crazy.
Even though David was speaking of foreign enemies in Psalms 68, we can still picture God as a mighty warrior who is fighting for us. No matter who or what are enemies are today!
So today, be like David, allow God to go before you and "crush the heads" of your enemies. Be a Christian, whom the enemy fears by your praise and trust in the Mighty Warrior that goes before you!
The battle is ahead but we know the war is already won! We can rely on His power and Be blessed!
Psalms 68:19-21, 35 NIV
I love learning from King David and reading the Psalms. I can relate to a man, who at times failed, but still loved God like crazy.
Even though David was speaking of foreign enemies in Psalms 68, we can still picture God as a mighty warrior who is fighting for us. No matter who or what are enemies are today!
So today, be like David, allow God to go before you and "crush the heads" of your enemies. Be a Christian, whom the enemy fears by your praise and trust in the Mighty Warrior that goes before you!
The battle is ahead but we know the war is already won! We can rely on His power and Be blessed!
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
I lack nothing…
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing."
Psalms 23:1 NIV
Such a short verse to the most well known Psalm. Sometimes we read over this verse in haste. But think about its impact. A shepherd is a protector, a companion, a leader, a healer, a friend, a provider and so much more to his sheep.
Everything the sheep have is because of the shepherd, they lack nothing because of the good shepherd. He cares for their every need. Is the Lord your true shepherd? Do you depend on Him for everything?
Turn to the shepherd, He will provide all your needs and you will Be Blessed!
Psalms 23:1 NIV
Such a short verse to the most well known Psalm. Sometimes we read over this verse in haste. But think about its impact. A shepherd is a protector, a companion, a leader, a healer, a friend, a provider and so much more to his sheep.
Everything the sheep have is because of the shepherd, they lack nothing because of the good shepherd. He cares for their every need. Is the Lord your true shepherd? Do you depend on Him for everything?
Turn to the shepherd, He will provide all your needs and you will Be Blessed!
Monday, September 23, 2024
Lord your God…
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your God,"
Isaiah 43:2-3a NIV
Whatever you're walking through today, be it a work difficulty, a possible medical diagnosis, a strained relationship; know that God is with you. Sometimes, like gold, the fire is not meant to burn us, but refine us, to got rid of all the impurities.
So turn your eyes to the Father, focus on Him. Allow Him to see you through. God's majestic plan always has a purpose for whatever your struggles may be today.
Know that He is the Lord your God, trust in that and Be Blessed!
Isaiah 43:2-3a NIV
Whatever you're walking through today, be it a work difficulty, a possible medical diagnosis, a strained relationship; know that God is with you. Sometimes, like gold, the fire is not meant to burn us, but refine us, to got rid of all the impurities.
So turn your eyes to the Father, focus on Him. Allow Him to see you through. God's majestic plan always has a purpose for whatever your struggles may be today.
Know that He is the Lord your God, trust in that and Be Blessed!
Friday, September 20, 2024
Words….
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen."
Ephesians 4:29 NIV
Words can do more damage than physical injuries! We can't take back words once they leave our mouth. Words can destroy a marriage, damage a reputation, cause anxiety and send someone into a deep depression.
Guard your words, think about what you say because words can also upbuild someone! They can lift a spirit, set someone on a new path and even save a life. Use your words to uplift and inspire.
Most powerfully, words can be used in prayer! Those words can change the world, use your words wisely and Be blessed!
Ephesians 4:29 NIV
Words can do more damage than physical injuries! We can't take back words once they leave our mouth. Words can destroy a marriage, damage a reputation, cause anxiety and send someone into a deep depression.
Guard your words, think about what you say because words can also upbuild someone! They can lift a spirit, set someone on a new path and even save a life. Use your words to uplift and inspire.
Most powerfully, words can be used in prayer! Those words can change the world, use your words wisely and Be blessed!
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Fear…
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
Some days you wake up in a panic with fear overwhelming you. You struggle to get out the door and to your daily task. But take a minute to stop and turn to God's word.
His promise is to strengthen you, to lift you up. You have nothing to fear. God's got this!!
So take a deep breath, tell fear to answer to your Father! Trust in Him and Be Blessed!
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
Some days you wake up in a panic with fear overwhelming you. You struggle to get out the door and to your daily task. But take a minute to stop and turn to God's word.
His promise is to strengthen you, to lift you up. You have nothing to fear. God's got this!!
So take a deep breath, tell fear to answer to your Father! Trust in Him and Be Blessed!
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Wait on the victory…
"I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will never be shaken."
Psalms 62:1-2 NLT
Do you ever get tired of waiting on God? So you try to fight the battle or solve the problem yourself? Never works out to well does it?
Our victories come from Him! I know it's hard, but God's timing is perfect. Wait on Him! His victories will be much greater than if we tried to achieve it ourselves.
Stand on the rock of Jesus Christ! Trust Him in the midst of the battle and you will Be Blessed!!
Psalms 62:1-2 NLT
Do you ever get tired of waiting on God? So you try to fight the battle or solve the problem yourself? Never works out to well does it?
Our victories come from Him! I know it's hard, but God's timing is perfect. Wait on Him! His victories will be much greater than if we tried to achieve it ourselves.
Stand on the rock of Jesus Christ! Trust Him in the midst of the battle and you will Be Blessed!!
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Commit…
"Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."
Proverbs 16:3 NIV
When a young athlete commits to a college or someone commits to a military branch, they aren't saying "I have all the answers and know where I am going". They are saying "I trust you and will allow you to guide me and mold me."
With the right direction and plans, they may end up being an Olympic gold medalist or a 4 star general. But they have trusted in their leadership.
When we commit to God, He will guide your path and show you the plans He has for you. All we have to do is be willing to say Yes and trust Him.
Commit to the Lord, say Yes to His plans. Allow Him to mold you and guide you and see how you will Be blessed!
Proverbs 16:3 NIV
When a young athlete commits to a college or someone commits to a military branch, they aren't saying "I have all the answers and know where I am going". They are saying "I trust you and will allow you to guide me and mold me."
With the right direction and plans, they may end up being an Olympic gold medalist or a 4 star general. But they have trusted in their leadership.
When we commit to God, He will guide your path and show you the plans He has for you. All we have to do is be willing to say Yes and trust Him.
Commit to the Lord, say Yes to His plans. Allow Him to mold you and guide you and see how you will Be blessed!
Monday, September 16, 2024
Love…
"And a voice came from heaven: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.""
Mark 1:11 NIV
When God declare His love for Jesus, he didn't put stipulations on it. He loved him. (Period) because He was His son.
God's love for us is the same! He loves us. No matter if we are having a bad day or have sinned. He still loves us. His dying love for us never changes, no matter how we are acting or what we are going through.
So remember that today! God love you. (Period) let that sink in and Be Blessed!
Mark 1:11 NIV
When God declare His love for Jesus, he didn't put stipulations on it. He loved him. (Period) because He was His son.
God's love for us is the same! He loves us. No matter if we are having a bad day or have sinned. He still loves us. His dying love for us never changes, no matter how we are acting or what we are going through.
So remember that today! God love you. (Period) let that sink in and Be Blessed!
Friday, September 13, 2024
A little faith…
"Then he touched their eyes and said, "According to your faith let it be done to you";"
Matthew 9:29 NIV
Have you ever been praying for something? Maybe even a miracle. God doesn't ask you for works or "proof of concept." He only asked for a little faith, for you to believe.
The blind man was healed, because if his faith. The lame man in the mat was healed, because of his and his friends' faith. The woman that touched the hem of His robe, was healed because of her faith.
Let's build our faith today and believe that God can do what He says He can do. Trust in Him and Be blessed!
Matthew 9:29 NIV
Have you ever been praying for something? Maybe even a miracle. God doesn't ask you for works or "proof of concept." He only asked for a little faith, for you to believe.
The blind man was healed, because if his faith. The lame man in the mat was healed, because of his and his friends' faith. The woman that touched the hem of His robe, was healed because of her faith.
Let's build our faith today and believe that God can do what He says He can do. Trust in Him and Be blessed!
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Enemy…
"Then my enemies will turn back when I call for help. By this I will know that God is for me."
Psalms 56:9 NIV
We all have enemies, each and every day. It may be anxiety or fear. Maybe a co-worker who is rude or a demanding job. They can all be attacks of the enemy to steal our joy.
But the enemy turns and runs when God shows up! So whatever you're facing today, trust in Him, call on Him. The enemy must flee just by the spoken name of Jesus.
Call for His help, speak the name of Jesus. Watch the enemy scatter like the wind and Be Blessed!
Psalms 56:9 NIV
We all have enemies, each and every day. It may be anxiety or fear. Maybe a co-worker who is rude or a demanding job. They can all be attacks of the enemy to steal our joy.
But the enemy turns and runs when God shows up! So whatever you're facing today, trust in Him, call on Him. The enemy must flee just by the spoken name of Jesus.
Call for His help, speak the name of Jesus. Watch the enemy scatter like the wind and Be Blessed!
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Don’t think like them…
"The Lord has given me a strong warning not to think like everyone else does. He said,"
Isaiah 8:11 NLT
In the Old Testament, God warns His people not to fall into the same mindset as everyone else. Why? Because they are His chosen people who have been set apart!
Christian's should have this same thought process. Ultimately, I don't answer to social norms, politics, or what the world has to offer me. I don't even answer to myself. I have a higher authority, a noble cause, an eternal vision.
Every thing I do and say, must always be with Christ in mind! Don't think like every else and you will Be Blessed!
Isaiah 8:11 NLT
In the Old Testament, God warns His people not to fall into the same mindset as everyone else. Why? Because they are His chosen people who have been set apart!
Christian's should have this same thought process. Ultimately, I don't answer to social norms, politics, or what the world has to offer me. I don't even answer to myself. I have a higher authority, a noble cause, an eternal vision.
Every thing I do and say, must always be with Christ in mind! Don't think like every else and you will Be Blessed!
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
My father…
"Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—"
John 1:12 NIV
"Do you know who my father is!!?"
We have all heard this from some entitled teenager or young adult who may be trying to get out of a traffic ticket or some other offense.
But shouldn't we, as Christians, use that question in a positive, loving way? "Do you know who my father is?"
Because we believe, we are of a royal bloodline. We are a child of the King!
Share the love and good news of Christ, invite others to the family. So they can say "Do you know who my father is?" Then they can Be Blessed!
John 1:12 NIV
"Do you know who my father is!!?"
We have all heard this from some entitled teenager or young adult who may be trying to get out of a traffic ticket or some other offense.
But shouldn't we, as Christians, use that question in a positive, loving way? "Do you know who my father is?"
Because we believe, we are of a royal bloodline. We are a child of the King!
Share the love and good news of Christ, invite others to the family. So they can say "Do you know who my father is?" Then they can Be Blessed!
Friday, September 6, 2024
A harvest…
"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
Do you ever get wore down of serving just because you never see any good results from it? Sometimes it can be frustrating, we all want, naturally, want to see the results of our hard work.
Know that God uses all those that serve Him for an ultimate goal. Your job may be to mow the yard or cook the meal. Essentially to plant the seed. Someone else's job may be to share the gospel while another's is to lead that person to the Kingdom of Christ. It is all in His master plan.
So don't grow tired, keep doing what God called you to do. Keep serving the way you do best. A harvest is coming and then you will Be blessed!
Galatians 6:9 NIV
Do you ever get wore down of serving just because you never see any good results from it? Sometimes it can be frustrating, we all want, naturally, want to see the results of our hard work.
Know that God uses all those that serve Him for an ultimate goal. Your job may be to mow the yard or cook the meal. Essentially to plant the seed. Someone else's job may be to share the gospel while another's is to lead that person to the Kingdom of Christ. It is all in His master plan.
So don't grow tired, keep doing what God called you to do. Keep serving the way you do best. A harvest is coming and then you will Be blessed!
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Excuses…
"But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me."
2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
"God can't use me," because "I'm not a strong speaker" or "I'm not very knowledgeable of the Bible" or "I have a torrid past." Whatever your weakness is, stop making excuses!
Of course, God can use your strengths; but He gets more glory when He uses your weaknesses. Because we can't overcomes those weaknesses on our own. Only God can! He can turn it around and make it shine for His Kingdom.
So whatever your excuse today! Give it to God, let Him use it and prepare to Be Blessed!
2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
"God can't use me," because "I'm not a strong speaker" or "I'm not very knowledgeable of the Bible" or "I have a torrid past." Whatever your weakness is, stop making excuses!
Of course, God can use your strengths; but He gets more glory when He uses your weaknesses. Because we can't overcomes those weaknesses on our own. Only God can! He can turn it around and make it shine for His Kingdom.
So whatever your excuse today! Give it to God, let Him use it and prepare to Be Blessed!
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Your past…
"But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead,"
Philippians 3:13 NIV
Does your past define who you are today?It shouldn't . So many times we let our past hold us back. We forget that we are forgiven. With repentance, God doesn't remember your past.
So break free from the chains that are holding you back. God has the keys and He has a better plan for you. Move forward and achieve all that He has in store. You are forgiven, you are worthy!
Press forward to God's ultimate plan for your life! Keep moving ahead, no matter your past and Be Blessed!
Philippians 3:13 NIV
Does your past define who you are today?It shouldn't . So many times we let our past hold us back. We forget that we are forgiven. With repentance, God doesn't remember your past.
So break free from the chains that are holding you back. God has the keys and He has a better plan for you. Move forward and achieve all that He has in store. You are forgiven, you are worthy!
Press forward to God's ultimate plan for your life! Keep moving ahead, no matter your past and Be Blessed!
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Purpose…
"May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us— yes, establish the work of our hands."
Psalms 90:17 NIV
The old phrase goes: "Find a job you love and you will never work a day in your life." This is also true when you find God's purpose for your life! Not your job, but what God has called you to do!
Preaching , teaching, visiting the sick, cooking a meal or mowing a yard…when it's God's Purpose for your life; it is never a shire. What fulfills you? What ignites your passion?
Discover your purpose for your life and you will Be Blessed!
Psalms 90:17 NIV
The old phrase goes: "Find a job you love and you will never work a day in your life." This is also true when you find God's purpose for your life! Not your job, but what God has called you to do!
Preaching , teaching, visiting the sick, cooking a meal or mowing a yard…when it's God's Purpose for your life; it is never a shire. What fulfills you? What ignites your passion?
Discover your purpose for your life and you will Be Blessed!
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