Chivalry Is Not Dead

 

 Husbands, likewise, submit by living with your wife in ways that honor her, knowing that she is the weaker partner. Honor her all the more, as she is also a coheir of the gracious care of life. Do this so that your prayers won't be hindered.1 Peter 3:7

I am an old fashioned traditional female who likes being treated as such. Doors open, seated first, help with luggage in overhead on plane, being called ma’am but somewhere starting in the 60’s or maybe even sooner women felt they wanted more. Many men even shy away from treating ladies in traditional way as some resent it if they are feminists or high and mighty in the corporate world once dominated by males.   

Our modern world ruled by Satan has tried to mess up the sexes. Many have bought into the lies fueled by the liberal government and news media. God had a master design for a reason and appointed men as head for a distinct purpose. Because of our messed up culture many females are trying to climb the corporate ladder at the expense of family. This doesn’t mean women are stupid and unable to achieve the status of a man but I feel that was not God’s design. Yet here we are in the battle of the sexes which now includes multiple genders and lifestyles. Fractured families and marriages as a result and men beginning to feel less than men. 

This devotion is not meant to anger and separate as that is the enemies job but it is to make you think what you can do to fit into God’s perfect plan for humanity. It is time to speak up against a society that is confused. Some have been to indoctrinated by the culture and by college so may not understand. Time now for a lifestyle change making God and His word first and realize he made things perfect and mankind messed it up trying to kick Him off the throne. 

PRAYER: Father I thank  you for your perfect creation that the devil tries to destroy daily. Remove any clutter from my thoughts causing me to believe lies of the enemy, in Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Sin Is Not A Popular Subject

 

Sin Not A Popular Subject In Modern Culture

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10NIV, Bible Gateway 

Our world today has gone crazy when the government starts to pass immoral laws. The modern culture has accepted it and anyone speaking against it is ‘cancelled’ and discredited sometimes their character condemned. 

Know this. God is God and He is on the throne. Everyone has sinned but some sins hold greater consequences for the person and those in their lives. Satan is behind this because he is out to destroy God’s creation, you and me. 

Sure all have sinned and you who are without sin throw the first rock but stand strong and stay in the word. You need to be friends with others who are different from you as you can be used for healing and restoration. Love your ‘neighbor’ as yourself even if they condemn your faith. Be kind. Pray for them. Keep running the race to win and trust God. 

PRAYER: Everyone has sinned Lord but lately the sins affect the body your creation, male and female. Bring the Holy Spirit to touch and convict the lies of the enemy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Stop Chucking Stones

 

When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, "Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her."John 8:7

You may not be aware of it but do you throw verbal rocks or judgments at people when you yourself have your own issues going on? For instance the Bible verse about taking the ‘log’ out of your own eye so you can see clearly to get the ‘speck’ out of your brothers eye(Matthew 7:3). By this I am not saying to discount concerns or obvious moral downfalls but to realize you are on a journey too.

The best way to win people over is not griping at them or pointing out their faults even out of concern to a close person in your life but instead to bite your tongue, pray, wait 24 hours, pray again then decide. 

Recently I was made aware about had chucked a stone or two at a person close to me and realized like today’s verse that all of us have sinned. It is impossible not to. So Mr. Mrs. or Miss perfect lay the rocks down and go to this person in kindness trying to be kind even if there are ‘issues’. Let the Holy Spirit convict as He dies a way better job at it. 

PRAYER: Oh Lord I wish at times I could just learn to stop talking and judging others. Forgive me and help me restore any relationships that may have been damaged as a result. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

 

Look What The Bunny Brought! Oh Please....

“So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11 King James Version (KJV)

More people go to church on Easter and Christmas than other Sundays primarily as some feel it is their ‘religious duty’ or want a family time followed by brunch. Whatever the reason The Holy Spirit is working.

Today’s verse indicates that God’s word does not return empty or void and if you are in a service which is anointed you are hearing God’s infallible word there those occasional visitors to churches also hear it.

My prayer is you are in church today and that it is meaningful and spirit filled. I pray you are excited that Jesus came back to set us free. I pray for those you may know with hard cold hearts to have a breakthrough and get hungry for the Word. Blessings this Resurrection Sunday.

PRAYER: Easter is a time I always look forward to not because of fancy new clothes, candy and egg hunts but because Jesus is the reason for this season. Open hearts of many today who need a revival in their life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Shepherding 101

 

When He saw the crowds He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples “the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest therefore to send out workers into His harvest field.” Matthew 9:36-38

When you think of a shepherd what comes to mind? Perhaps a Bible story where a shepherd in flowing garments and a long crook stick led his flock of sheep. 

The Bible speaks of the Lord being your shepherd. Granted you are not a sheep but we are all like sheep who have gone astray and did our own thing and Jesus rescues us from our own doom.

Many are saying they feel much prophecy is being fulfilled and we are nearing the end time’s. No one can predict that but one thing I know when bad things start happening more people tend to turn to God. Workers are needed in the harvest field to come. Are you a willing worker? Study and get well versed in the things you will need to be a good shepherd. 

PRAYER: I am so grateful as I see prophecy being fulfilled. Even though many horrendous ungodly laws are being passed and forced on the people I know you will not let the children of God suffer. Help me be strong and a willing worker in your harvest field. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Tranquility Base Here....I Am Okay Lord

 

Tranquility Base Here...I Am Okay Lord

A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.Proverbs 14:30

Back in 1969 man landed on the moon for the first time and announced “Tranquility base the Eagle has landed.” What a nice name for a quiet unoccupied space on the Moon. 

How is your home base here on Earth? Is it tranquil, peaceful, or cluttered with a mile long to do list? Is all that busyness really good and necessary? For some reason Americans are programmed to think busy means productive. Everyone needs to learn stillness and how to be tranquil. 

So today as the Easter weekend approaches what are your plans? Is celebrating Jesus resurrection on your list or no where to be found. God  patiently waits for his children, his creation, to love time with Him. He never demands it nor punishes us for kicking him under the bus so to speak.Is it your desire to spend time alone with your Father? Are you able to go into this Easter weekend celebration with renewed hope and a heart of Thanksgiving? 

PRAYER: Father in Heaven this day is called Good Friday which in actuality was not good at all due to the horrible persecution and death on the cross. Today I choose to pass and reflect what this day is truly about and I desire to purge clutter from my everyday to do list and reorder it so you are truly first place. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Fool Me, Not God

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Galatians 6:7

 

Today most people at least in America are aware of the fact it is April Fool’s Day which I am clueless to what it is about. All I know is you can fool, sneak, hide, deceive, and trick man but you can not trick the Lord. You can be a practical joker but not to the Almighty, 

You may be able to trick humans but there is no tricking or fooling God. He knows your heart and your thoughts. Nothing gets past Him. 

The verse today says God cannot be mocked or made fun of or fooled. Don’t think you can hide thoughts from Him or the intentions of your heart. Is it time you made things right with Him?

PRAYER: I want to not just be a Christian but to act like one around the clock and wherever life takes me. I don’t want to act foolish or to be a part of fooling anyone. Keep my heart honest before you. In Jesus’ name.Amen.