Wednesday, October 28,2015 'Letter to all Evangelists"

Dear Evangelist,
      The enemy will use people to discourage God's children from spreading the good news.  Whether it comes in the form of denial, ridicule, rejection, humiliation or plain ignorance.  Never give up on sharing the gospel with those you meet. Never give up hope in the seeds you plant. You are holy and righteous and God loves you so much.  He will protect you, prepare you and provide all the strength you need to go on. You just keep trusting and believing!

Tuesday, October 27, 2015 "Reincarnation..Fact or Fiction?"

"Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment." Hebrews 9:27

The Word of God tells me we all are destined to die once, so why do you believe in reincarnation? #liesoftheenemy

Monday, October 26, 2015 "Breaking Bread"

We may not be able to choose who our neighbors are nor who our co-workers are.  But we can choose who we break bread with, who we spend our personal time with.  I believe in showing respect to everyone and never judging those that do not believe nor think like me.  However I am mindful of who I allow and choose to have in my inner circle.  I can tell you this, it is getting smaller every year.  I do not allow toxic people in my life nor do I have non-believers in my inner circle for I believe that iron sharpens iron.  I don't want to be unevenly yoked with my friends. I want to share God, my faith, my stories, my experiences, His Word. I do not want to censor or deny who I am just to have a friend. What does your own circle look like? Do you compromise your faith in order to fit in with certain people?

And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. Acts 2:44-47

Sunday, October 25, 2015 "Halloween..is it a Trick?"

You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons. You cannot partake of the table of the Lord and the table of demons. 

1 Corinthians 10:21

Keep your eyes on the one true living God.  This time of year people celebrate in good fun but do not really understand the evil undertones Halloween has.  As a child growing up I have nothing but fond memories in my heart thinking about trick or treating with my brother and sister.  Bringing home pillow cases of full size candy (yes in my days they were full size). We would sit for hours making piles of duplicates then begin to trade off with each other. But I was a child. As an adult I know too well about spirits, demons, principalities, spiritual warfare.  I cannot allow myself to be "willfully ignorant" to what I know. So just be mindful and aware this week. Give God the glory in all that you do and pray for those that do not know the truth and ask that their eyes/ears be open.

Saturday, October 24, 2015 "He Will Sustain What He Ordain"

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

God gives us the strength to achieve everything He ordains us for.  We may not understand why He calls us to do certain things but I can promise you He will sustain it if He ordained it. Just trust Him and obey His command and Word. 

Friday, October 23, 2015 "I Used to Fear Heaven"

God is amazing in how He communicates with us.  I have been sharing with my husband my fears on the after life and he prayed with me so I could find comfort.  I do not doubt where I am going nor do I question heaven...in fact I could not put into words how I was feeling until I read this and it confirmed it all.  In fact God is so good to me, He showed this to me in school the very next day after my husband prayed. 

Don't Fear Heaven

"Eternity is incomprehensible as it confronts the human mind. We cannot comprehend limitless time."- Gutierrez

"It may sound silly, but some people do fear this supernatural transition from physically dwelling upon the earth to immediately joining the Lord Jesus Christ in heaven. This ought not to be so. If you are a believer in Jesus Christ (this is an important "if"), then heaven is a glorious place full of comfort, satisfaction and true peace."-Gutierrez

Thursday, October 22, 2015 "For Mom Roseann and Carole"

"So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you."  

John 16:22

Loss of a loved one is devastating.  I don't care if you are prepared or if it is a shock, death is hard.  Today we mourn the loss of our dear Mom, Rose.  My husband's Mom,  my mother in law.  Although we never met in the flesh, I know her in spirit.  And we lost a dear friend, Carole, on this day eleven years ago...feels like yesterday.  But we rest in the truth knowing they are with our Almighty God in blissful eternity so what's to be sad about? "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” (Rev. 21:4)  We miss them here but we are blessed to know we will see them again. #angelsinheaven

Wednesday, October 21, 2015 "If It Matters to You"

Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land. For I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” Genesis 28:15

If it matters to you, it matters to God.  Please don't believe the lie that God is too busy for "your problems. " That simply is not true. He longs to have a personal intimate relationship with all His children so what matters in your life, matters to Him. #fact

Tuesday, October 20, 2015 "What is a Church?"

Church is more than bricks and mortar.  It is not the building that makes the church...it is the gathering of people.  An intimate group of believers that come together to worship our living God in song and Word.  This group makes up the body of Christ. That is what a true church is. 

Built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit. Ephesians 2:20-22

Monday, October 19, 2015 "First Fruits"

"Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine." Proverbs 3:9-10

It is our honor and our joy to give the Lord our first fruits.  We trust it all to you Lord. Thank you for blessing us so. 

Sunday, October 18, 2015 "Ask and it Will Be Given"

"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you." Matthew 7:7

Ask and you shall receive.  Amen to the Lord's promises.  When we are obedient to His Word and live in His will, He hears and answers our prayers.  What a mighty God we serve. 

Saturday, October 17, 2015 "Love"

So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. 1 John 4:16

Love others as God first loved you.  It may not always be easy but we must love in our hearts. I sometimes struggle with anger which really comes from my pain and hurt, but I surrendered it to the Lord and he freed me. For me it is all about love. 

I want to be love, show love, act in love. 

Friday, October 16, 2015 "Simplest of Words"

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

Sometimes it is the simplest of words that make all the difference in someone's life...

I love you.  I am sorry.  I understand.   I am here for you.  

God loves you.

Thursday, October 15, 2015 "He's the Difference"

The difference between my problems and a non-believer's?  JESUS. He makes all the difference. 

"The righteous cry out and the Lord hears them; he delivers them 

from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and 

saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may 

have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all."

Psalm 34:17-19

Wednesday, October 14, 2015 "Jesus is our Solution"

"But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you." 

Psalm 39:7

Let us look to our solution, who is Christ Jesus, and not our problem.  The enemy comes to rob your focus, steal you joy and take your life.  Keep your eyes on the one true God who loves you and protects you.  He is bigger than any problem you are facing today. 

Tuesday, October 13, 2015 "Indwelling of the Holy Spirit"

"I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will be careful to observe My ordinances.

Ezekiel 36:27

Thank you Lord for sending the Holy Spirit to dwell inside of me.  Use me Lord for your purpose. 

Guide me to all truths.  

Keep me on the path of all righteousness. 

Monday, October 12, 2015 "I Am His"

I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. John 14:18

I call upon the name of Jesus, and I ask that He glorify my life with His presence. I pray that His face will shine upon me and that others will see His love through me.  It is an honor and a privilege to be His daughter. I am sealed, and I am His.  

Sunday, October 121, 2015 "God is Faithful"

What a mighty God we serve.

God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:9

Saturday, October 10, 2015 "Our Prayer Posture"

Pray with authority. Pray with boldness. 

Pray with expectancy. Pray in gratitude. 

God answers these prayers. 

If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. John 15:7

Friday, October 9, 2015 "My Prayer for Today"

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:24

I declare God's favor and grace on my life today. I ask for God's mercy and love to be upon me. I ask for His perfect timing in my life, and I thank you Lord for hearing and answering my prayer.

Thursday, October 8, 2015 "How to be Happy Everyday"

The love of the Lord sustains me.  People ask me how can I be positive and happy all the time and my response is always the same.  I focus on God's love for me.  I take life one day at a time, and I focus on what I have in life and not what I don't have.  I do not regret over past decisions but instead learn from them and I choose to live in present day not the future.  I accept the people in my life for they are God chosen.  When He decides to remove them, I know it is for my best interest and there is purpose behind it.  When you live your life in Christ and set your mind only on His will, you too will be happy every day. Living for God is an amazing life. Be blessed in Him today. 

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Wednesday, October 7, 2015 "Grace"

May the Lord's grace be upon you today.

The Lord’s Grace to Paul

12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. 13 Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. 14 The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly,along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

15 Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life. 17 Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen. 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Tuesday, October 6, 2015 'Tolerance"

"Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position." Romans 12:16

I am not too fond of the Christians that sit on their soap boxes while judging everyone as if they are above them. They associate only with fellow believers and separate themselves from all else. It bugs me to no end for we are called to love others and live in harmony. It does not mean we have to be best friends with an atheist but we are certainly called to respect them and view them as equals and show tolerance to them. Stop giving Christianity a bad name with your holier than thou attitude and judgmental ways. Instead show humility, love and kindness to one another. And the same goes for the liberal who may not like God's ways and may call His Word outdated. Shame on you as well. Stop the name calling, stop drawing lines in the sand and let's come together as God intended. Be an image bearer of God today....show the love! #stopthedivision 

Monday, October 5, 2015 "Amen!"

But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.” 

Mark 5:36

Sunday, October 4, 2015 "What Matters to us Matters to God"

The Lord wants us to depend on Him and trust Him in all things. So many people think they are bothering God with "little matters of life" when the truth is He wants us to go to Him with all matters of the heart. What matters to us matters to Him. He wants to be a part of our life, in every way. Stop that stinkin thinkin that God is too busy or that you are not important enough to God. He loves you. He created you. He wants you to depend and trust Him. 

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. Hebrews 11:6

Saturday, October 3, 2015 "Place all Faith In God, Not Man"

Never place your faith and trust in people, places or things. You will be disappointed every time. Place all your faith and trust in our living Father.

Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. Psalm 146:3

Friday, October 2, 2015 "You Are All I Need"

You are never alone when you have Jesus in your heart.

You, Lord, are all I have, and you give me all I need; my future is in your hands. Psalm 16:5 

Thursday, October 1, 2015 "Thank You for Answering My Prayer"

I call upon the name of Jesus today and I ask that He provide for us and protect us during these uncertain times.  Thank you Lord for hearing and answering my prayer. 

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:24

Wednesday, September 30, 2015 "Do You Believe in Luck?"

The lot is cast into the lap,
    but its every decision is from the Lord. Proverbs 16:33

We rob God of all the glory when we say, "I am so lucky." There is no such thing as luck in the life of a Christian believer. When we utter those words, we are basically saying we live life by chance and circumstance. The very foundation of our faith is the power we have in Christ, Who ordains the steps of His children. I am not stumbling through this life on my own, I am living in the will of God and walking on His path for my life. I am favored and living in His gift of grace, thanks be to God. 

I form the light and create darkness,
    I bring prosperity and create disaster;
    I, the Lord, do all these things. Isaiah 45:7