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. 

Kingdom Faith Wins!

 “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Galatians 2:20

On a recent flight a young man was wearing a hoodie that read ‘Kingdom Faith Wins’ so I looked online to see if it was a group but basically my search brought me to a semi definition that faith in God was central to achieving spiritual victories. 

You aim to glorify God by seeking the greatest impact for His kingdom while you are here on Earth. How are you doing with that department? Do you hide your light so to speak or are you ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you about your faith and hope in Jesus? 

Are you prepared to defend Heaven in a loving non judgmental way? Often I am called religious and I do not like that label. I simply love Jesus and want others to love Him as well. I want my family and friends to know Jesus could return at any time and are they ready? 

PRAYER: Father I pray for those people I may know who have either wandered away from their first life of you or never had it in first place. Use me or someone who crosses their path to tell them how to accept you. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

 

People Like To Be Rich

 "For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows."1 Timothy 6:10

On the old TV western based on true accounts, Death Valley Days, recently an episode occurred where a gold hungry lady was speaking to a priest who didn’t want selfish gold hungry people coming to their area because it brought crime and all sorts of things. I thought things haven’t changed much. 

Things have not changed much indeed. Notice the verse does not say money is evil but the love of money. With money comes crime, corruption, and all sorts of evil things but God made the riches and He would like to see people blessed by them not corrupted. 

If you have lots of money give thanks. Just know that in the United States most are rich if compared to many other places in the world. Share your treasure and do it without announcing it to others. 

PRAYER: Father thank you for money, for employment, for comfortable homes and vehicles to drive. Thanks for money to buy luxuries as well. Open my eyes to true needs and motivate me to share. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  

Warfare Prayers

"Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places."Ephesians 6:11-12

When you pray do you go to the typical “Help me Lord” or “God is great” which is better than nothing at all or are you serious about telling Satan to take a hike and get out of your life? 

This world is not your home. You are in a battle of God versus the devil good versus evil. Once you accepted Christ in your life and started living for Him your game plan is different. You become a mighty warrior wrestling with strongholds the Holy Spirit will help you break. 

It is not about going to church. There is a saying that says ‘Going into church won’t make you a Christian anymore than going into McDonalds makes you into a hamburger’ and it is so true. Put on the armor of God daily and get busy running your race claiming the truth of God. If you are uncertain if you have made Christ Lord of your life contact me. In the meantime stand strong and run your race to win. 

PRAYER: Father I need you daily as the firey darts of Satan are hurled at me and I put up my shield of faith to extinguish them. Help me to totally give you my cares. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Oil Of Joy Or Spirit Of Heaviness?

"To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified."Isaiah 61:3

What are you going through today my friend? Perhaps there is much turmoil in your life and you just need a pause and time to refresh and breathe again. 

My friend sometimes you may feel like God has forgotten you I have been there so I know. Would you like to trade your heaviness for joy? 

You never know what others may be going through so don’t think you hold the monopoly on internal pain. Stop where you are and pray silently for those around you. As I wrote this I was in Java in the Hyde Park section of Boise and lifting up those in here. Talk to others and smile. 

PRAYER:Father help me to stand strong and feel and remain in your joy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Can You Quiet Your Heart

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

Try repeating the Lord’s Prayer out loud. 

Our Father, who art in heaven,

Hallowed be your name,

Your Kingdom come,

Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those who trespass against us.

Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, forever and ever, amen.

Do you feel better? Hope so. I do!

I don’t know what you are going through in your life but prayer is so vital to your peace of mind. 

There is an organization based out of Oklahoma that has twice weekly prayer calls. It is for Women, sorry guys, but I am including a link if you want to get in touch and maybe be part of their twice weekly prayer calls. Www.nationalwomenspva.com. 

PRAYER: Lord take me and mold me into the vessel you can use best for your kingdom purposes. Help me throw off weights holding me back. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Yay Sunshine Right On Cue!

For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6 ESV Bible Gateway

I was having one of those woe is me days when poof out came the glorious sunshine through the dull winter sky. Thank you Jesus! 

Sunshine seems to brighten even the hardest of days. To get through lots of mental clutter you have to purpose in your heart to renew your mind daily by reading God’s word. Don’t tell your spouse they need to they can figure it out on their own. 

Discipline your mind to ‘not go there’ so to speak when you feel things caving in on you. Keep looking up. 

PRAYER: Thank you Lord for the beauty of nature and the peace you give us when we seek after you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.