Hopeless?Become A Hopelifter!

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us."Ephesians 3:20

My friend Kathe in Phoenix has a ministry entitled ‘Hopelifters Unlimited’ and I have been pleased to help her ministry by handing out bracelets of hope which is a tape measure made into a wrist bracelet which depicts God being able to do ‘immeasurably more’ according to Ephesians 3:20 my verse today.  

Actually as a new born again Christian I had that verse on a poster in my apartment in Pacific Grove, California. Here it is following me around all these years later. Do you need hope my friend? 

You may not have lost a baby but many other tragic heart jarring events occur to make you want to believe that God in fact can and will do immeasurably  than you could imagine. Hang on. The ride may be bumpy. 

PRAYER: I need you Lord day after day. I chose hope. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Who Is Saint Patrick?

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

Saint Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland.He is also credited with using the shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity, a symbol that remains associated with him today. 

 This day is supposedly the date of his death but it has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture. But let’s pause whether you are Catholic or not and think about this man who wanted paganism out and God in. 

Aren’t believers sort of supposed to emulate that in our daily walk with the Lord yet how many people get sucked into the modern culture and keep God on a shelf and only cry out to Him when total desperation strikes. Where are you at today? 

PRAYER: Help me Lord to not be so enamored by culture and help me run my race to win. Also I pray for friends and family caught up in lies and deception of this present day culture to be set free and know life is more than just existing but it is about following you. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Where Are You On God’s Checkerboard?

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”Jeremiah 29:12

Do you ever feel like a game piece on a checkerboard or chess and in the big game called ‘life’ wonder where exactly you are and what is the next move? Think about that for a moment. 

You and I are not in control although sometimes you may try to be. When you do try it doesn’t usually have a good outcome. 

Whatever you are waiting on or whatever prayer is out there seemingly with no answer yet or end in sight just hang on. Being still is not easy. I know. God has not forgotten you. 

PRAYER: Lord I need you each day. I pray for those I know who don’t think they need you. I pray for a calm in the storm. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Season Of Training

 “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.”Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Thank God today for your season of training meaning the junk you are going through the struggles and strongholds you are experiencing. You continue to trust and praise Him even when you don’t see things changing. 

You praise Him for issues you know He is working on. Life isn’t always perfect even when following God. You praise Him in the storm. You praise Him when you don’t see things turning around.

The Lord is your Shepherd you shall not want.  Believe receive doubt do without. You are waiting for a miracle in some area just hang on. This period is your training ground, your gymnasium of sorts. Do you trust God no matter what? 

PRAYER: Often my heart aches waiting for healing, deliverance, or a miracle. Give me strength in this storm Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Click link for song of praise: https://youtu.be/dB4eC55dh-U

Comer Party Of 2

"Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice."Philippians 4:4

While in Chicago last week I was at my gate to go to Tulsa but the gate doubled as the previous flight to Cincinnati was getting ready to depart. I was chatting with a lady and her son on standby who were hoping to get on. Their name started with a C and I rejoiced with them when the gate agent called their name. She made a comment to me I was a gift from God to talk to or something like that. 

Anyway I do like to rejoice when good things happen to people. I let the lady know  it was a delight to talk to her. She too was a believer. It was a nice God moment. 

Even when you communicate with a person and you don’t have a clue where they are spiritually you can still be kind and let Christ’ love shine through you. Now go and bless someone today. 

PRAYER:Help me be kind to those you place in my path even telemarketers. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Life Is Good

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble.He cares for those who trust in him.Nahum 1:7

There is a company that makes all sorts of products primarily their signature T Shirt with the motto ‘Life Is Good’. Life really is good even when seemingly bad things may be happening. 

What is going on in your life today? No matter what it is God can get you through it with a positive outlook if you are trusting Him and thinking good thoughts. Satan is the one who drags you away into a dark gloomy pit. Do not go there keep that door shut. 

Whatever you are facing today remember God wants you to enjoy your life. It is good. 

PRAYER: Lord help me stay focused on positive things and not dwell on negative stuff. In Jesus’ name.Amen. 

Tired Of Being Scammed?

“A false balance is an abomination to the Lord, but a just weight is his delight."Proverbs 11:1

Is anyone else sick and tired of the rabbit  trails of false misleading advertising that get you to succumb to buying so many things that don’t work but sound too good to be true. I am. Guess what? God’s word won’t lead you down a dead end street but to peace and joy. 

Put down your phone. Turn off the TV. Trust God. Enjoy his peace and throw off confusion and divisive tactics of the enemy. 

Trust God not cultural lies or false advertising. Deep down you know what is right and true. 

PRAYER: Father help anyone who needs self control in any area. In Jesus’ name. Amen.