Shush...Simmer Down Now

 

Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to get angry James 1:19, NLT

Are there times in your life you know you should have let things go and not try to argue your point and win? I tell myself just ‘shush’ and be still. 

Learning when to speak and when to be silent is a discipline everyone needs to be trained in. Lots of fights could have been prevented had this verse been applied.

Ok pause, think, slow down and ask yourself how important what you are about to utter is. Simmer down too if someone says something ugly or hurtful to you to alleviate a fight. Now go enjoy a fun filled day. 

PRAYER: Thank you Father for the gift of words and speaking. Help me as I choose if what I say will be of edifying value and give me discipline to be still. In Jesus’ name. Amen

Man-made Propaganda Versus God’s Word

See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ. Colossians 2:8

How much time do you spend in God’s word on a daily basis compared to the time you troll ‘causes’ on the internet and social media? Where you spend your time speaks volumes for where your heart,priorities, and focus are. 

Not every ‘authority’ on the internet is true and much of what is put out these days may be used by the enemy to get you all stirred up inside. Do you want a stirred up life or a peaceful life? The choice is yours. 

I am not implying all you see online is untrue but to use discernment and realize you need to be renewed daily for more than five minutes with scripture so you are able to recognize and defeat the enemy. Facebook or His book? 

PRAYER: Lord help me be strong in you whether at home or in public. I choose to make you a true priority regardless of what others say or do? I lift up those struggling with doubts and fears to put their hope in you. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Be Kind Ok?

 

Your own soul is nourished when you are kind, but you destroy yourself when you are cruel. Proverbs 11:17

“What the world needs now is love sweet love” were lyrics to a song on the 60’s but it is so true as hate or a false narrative of hate has permeated almost every facet of society. 

Turning the other cheek, not trying to be right all the time, forgiving even the those who hate you, and taking a step back from news media and social media would do all of us good. 

As a believer you are here on this Earth at this time to make a difference in the lives of people put in your path. You have to stay strong, don’t cave to the culture, stay in the Word, and keep praying. Kindness wins in the end. 

PRAYER: Every day is a new wonderful day full of blessings I often neglect to say thank you for. Forgive me for letting problems of this world dominate my thinking and instead I choose to keep my armor of God on to stay protected from things Satan sends to bring me grief. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Say No More

 



Can a corrupt throne be allied with you—a throne that brings on misery by its decrees?The wicked band together against the righteous and condemn the innocent to death.But the Lord has become my fortress,and my God the rock in whom I take refuge.He will repay them for their sins and destroy them for their wickedness; the Lord our God will destroy them. Psalm 94:20-23

Spiritual blindness has infected America. No longer do many people see evil and corruption for what they are. The Holy Spirit is the one who has to bring conviction of right and wrong and many are infected by hatred which is making Satan jump up and down with glee. 

There may be some reading this now starting to get angry. Search your heart and answer the following questions. Is Jesus truly Lord of your life? Do you love Jesus or just love church? Have you made Jesus Lord of your life so that nothing else matters but Him? 

Our country is very divided right now because the truth is being snuffed out and Satan started to do his great divide. Mind you God is on the throne but a house divided against itself can not stand. This relatively young nation has been attacked from within to attempt to destroy freedom and establish tyranny. Do not despair friends and keep praying. Pray for those who Satan has trapped and deceived who are being hateful and unkind. Keep looking to the cross and staying in scripture. God is not mocked. 

PRAYER: Oh lord let freedom ring. We the people have a voice and the freedom to speak yet we are being silenced by many trying to squelch the truth and getting by with it due to corruption. I pray for the fear of God to permeate Washington DC. Set those free who are bound and captivated by demonic spirits. Bring more and more into your kingdom. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

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Choose To Refocus

May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14 NIV Bible Gateway

When the going gets tough the tough get going was a phrase I heard years ago. When it gets tough you have to kick into that ‘pioneer spirit’ mode or have the spirit of people who grew this nation with blood, sweat, and tears. 

At times your thought process has to be disciplined to not languish over something or live in the past but has to be refocused on things in life that build up and motivate. To stay focused and faithful during very difficult moments will help build you up in the spirit. Not allowing wrong thinking from the courts of hell. 

Number one, stay off the internet. In other words don’t troll and believe every thing you see as fact. Know that false spirits are out and about to trick believers. Continue having a dedicated quiet time first thing in the morning, and designate a certain place to do this. Don’t clutter your mind with mindless tv shows or movies. Make daily sincere prayer a priority. 

PRAYER: I want to be closer to you Lord and not wait for an angel to come down and appear but do it because I want to. I need disciplined study time in the Bible and less time online. I choose to be faithful. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

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Joy In Suffering...For Real?

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.James 1:2-3

United States citizens at least in my lifetime have not had too much suffering at the hands of tyrants, dictators, or persecutors and let me add news media but when evil is allowed to get into control and God is taken off the throne, the populace groans and freedoms teeter in the balance. 

It is true that when you experience suffering your faith does grow stronger as a result. No one likes to suffer. Tell someone suffering “hey this is good for you in the big scheme of things” and you might get slapped in face. 

Many of our brothers and sisters in the world have been killed for being bold for Christ. Will it ever come to that in America? You say “no” but is that because you may be blinded to dangers and liars who try to gain control and usurp the Constitution. Once again this is not about politics but about our wonderful country and the blessings we have because of abiding and following Christ. When morality slips, deceivers get voted into office, and Christians lose rights it is time to speak up. 

PRAYER: Oh Lord this past election season has been brutal and hateful and much disrespect has been shown to the incumbent President. Media controlled what people could say or hear as in controlling the narrative. I know that saddens you to see our sweet land of liberty being held captive by those wanting us to lose our rights. I ask for a spiritual awakening like none other. I ask for all people to recognize this is spiritual warfare and to put on their armor daily. Guide my heart and words and help me be a light in the confusion. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Bitter?

 

Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Ephesians 4:31 NIV

Step back a moment . Read today’s verse over and reflect on its’ meaning. 

Are you angry or bitter towards anyone? Is there someone in your life you need to forgive and be kind to. Malice means the intention or desire to do evil. Even the despicable characters you may be able to think of say  in politics or maybe your job. Can you and will you forgive them take it a step further and pray for them? 

You get hurt, you feel unjustly used or lied to. Your character or reputation has been smeared.  You and others were victims of corruption and deception by those in high powerful places. Your choice is to pray for them asking God to heal them of the wretched disease of malice. Don’t catch yourself stooping to a lower level. Take the high road. God will be happy. 

PRAYER: It hurts to be wronged or lied to or struck down by deception. I know you Fsther are not pleased with troublemakers and those who intentionally lean towards being evil. Set people free as more than likely they are functioning with a demonic spirit. Show me how to love and pray. In Jesus’ name. Amen.