january 21st, 2011

Be Kind To One Another.


Have you ever had someone say something cruel to you? Which makes you want to say something hurtful back to them. It happens to everyone at some point. Turn the other cheek and walk along. Do not stoop down to that level and be rude to your brother/sister. Yes, they are your brother/sister. That is your brother and/or sister of Jesus Christ. We are God's children. It may hurt to hear such things come out of someone's mouth, but do not be the same. That person is being foolish and do not let them get the best of you. Ignore them. Ignore their words. They will soon get the punishment for speaking of words that are harmful. 


"Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear." - Ephesians 4:29


Build each other up. Be friends. Be gracious and loving to one another. 


"Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32


Do not hold a person hostage for something. Be forgiving. Forgive everyone for everything. For it is God that will judge them at the gates of heaven not you. That is his place. 

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 20th, 2011

The Love of between Lovers.


God made man and woman. He intended for each of us to have a soulmate, and blend together as one. 


"Then the Lord God said, "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him." - Genesis 2:18


God made a woman for a man. The love between a woman and man should be treated with kindness, love, care, faithfulness, maturity and honesty. You should treat each other as a best friend, as when you get married you have made vows that you will be together through sickness and health, for richer or poorer. That is your best friend, and you shall treat one another with respect. Compromise will come into play very soon. You both have to learn to compromise and give some to get some. 


"Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrong-doing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love." - 1 Corinthians 13:4-8,13


Be faithful to one another. Most importantly have a rich relationship with the Lord together. Have prayer together, have honesty and dedication to the Lord together. You are now as one. You have to put God before each other, and then yourselves. He is always number one, and you then can put the other things behind him. But, never put anything before him. 


He is the Lord our God, and give him the respect he deserves. 


"Husbands love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. For one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church, because we are members of his body. Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband." - Ephesians 5:25,28-31,33


Do not be foolish and childish with love. Treat it with respect. Stay truthful and faithful the entire time. 

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 19th, 2011

Testimony.


"Make me understand the way of your precepts, and I will meditate on your wondrous works. My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!" -Psalm 119:27-28


How is your life right now? Is it good, bad, great, or awful? I can tell you that mine has been going a lot smoother and easier since I have let God take control over my life. My life has made a dramatic change over the last couple of years and I can say I am truly blessed. His perfect love has gotten ahold of me and has truly changed my life for the good. I wouldn't ever have it any other way. I know that I am not ever alone, and I am surrounded with his grace and love. 


"Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes; and I will keep it to the end. Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart." -Psalm 119:33-34 


My life was a bit different before I let God take over my life and be in control. I was unhappy, and I was sad. I felt alone and I felt the sense of depression. I heard a sermon at church one Sunday, and decided to start reading the Bible more than I have. I have seen so many helpful words that have been spoken by the Lord our God. I know now that I am never alone, I always have him with me every where I go. Each step of the way he is guiding me to the light. He is the Light of the World. I am trusting in him, and letting it all in his hands for he has it in better control than I do myself. My life is heading in the right direction, and I can't wait to see what my future has in store for me. It's exciting. I have to be patient and live each day for the next. 


"This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise give me life." -Psalm 119:50


Please keep me out of pain and out of heartbreak. Give me the strength to carry on throughout my lifetime. I love you Lord. 

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 18th, 2011

Asking for Forgiveness.

Do you ask for forgiveness when you have done wrong? Do you have that little person sitting on your shoulder telling you that you have done wrong? I sure do when I make a mistake. It feels awful, and I believe you all know what I am talking about. If you make a mistake and you know you have done wrong doing, you should ask for forgiveness. You need to understand what you have done, and learn to not make the same mistake continuously over and over again. Learn from your mistakes and gain knowledge. God forgives all of our sins, but in asking for forgiveness you need to learn from your mistakes. You cannot just ask Jesus Christ for forgiveness and do wrong doing again and expect to be forgiven. It does not work that way.

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
1 John 1:9

Repent, and confess to God of your mistakes. He will forgive you, every time. He is a loving God, and will never turn you away. It is your responsibility to go to him with your needs. You have to make that step, ask for guidance and help for the times ahead. He will guide you. Remember, stay on the path and do not stray afar.

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 17th, 2011

Compassion and Sympathy.

Compassion: a feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering.

Sympathy: harmony of or agreement in feeling, as between persons or on the part of one person with respect to another.

I will say this phrase continually throughout my blog, "We are brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ, and we shall treat each other that way." We do not treat one another as we would ourselves. "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."


"But if anyone has the world's goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God's love abide in him?" - 1 John 3:17

If you see a person in need and you do not help or symathize with them, you are not loving the Lord your God. Help anyone in need, and be there for your brothers and sisters. Take pity in the needy, and give them their needs. Do not be boastful. Help and serve for all of God's children. Live in harmony with one another, and be compassionate and sympathetic.


"Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing." - 1 Peter 3:8-9


Let these words inspire you, and help the others surrounding you. I have heard from some of my friends, (not going to say any names) "I will give them money to help them out, but I don't want to serve and be around them. It's just not my thing." What kind of thing is that to do? You will do some good, but not do the work behind it? Do not be selfish and think you have better things you can do. Help the ones in need, for you would want the help and service if you were the one in their shoes. Just remember, you are all blessed in some way. Pray for the ones in need, give them compassion and sympathy. For some need it more than others.


"Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep." - Romans 12:9-10,12-15

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 16th, 2011

Walk in Love.


"Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." - Ephesians 5:1-2


Walk in love. Never forget who died for our sins. He gave his own life for our precious lives. Worship him, and praise him. He sacrificed his very life for our selfish souls. 


"Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving." - Ephesians 5:4


Do not let yourself become so jokingly that when you talk you leave the person you are talking to left wondering and confused. Let every loved one know for sure how you feel towards them. You don't want them left to figure it out on their own. Remind them daily how much they mean to you, and thank them for everything they do for your sake. I also am a bad one at this. 


"Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore do not associate with them; for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light, and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord." - Ephesians 5:6-10


Always try and please the Lord, for he is your Maker. Walk in Love. 


"Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is." - Ephesians 5:17


Do not be foolish and go against God's word. Follow his ways, and go along his path he has set for you. It's your choice to go off the trail, but don't be foolish when there is a path to show you the way. 

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.

january 15th, 2011

Looking Down on Others


Do not look down on a single person. Do not look down on someone because of their age. Do not look down on a person for their lifestyle. Do not look down on someone for their looks. If you don't get my point, I shall say it again... Do not look down on a single person. Give everyone the respect you wish you shall have. Be known for your wise words and speak words for the Lord above. Respect and honor each other. Devote yourself to the Lord, and don't let anyone look down on you children of God. 


"Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity." - 1 Timothy 4:12


Do not let older individuals look down on you because you are the youth. Be responsible, joyful, and mature. However, do act your age and you shall expect for people to treat you that way. Your attitude is important, and your actions speak louder than words. Set an example for others, and show them your personality. Speak the words of God, and spread the word. For all shall worship the Lord, and glorify his name. 

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all.

Amen.