Salvation

DEAR GOD: You are Everything~

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Listening to the news one can see that there is angst and sorrow all over the place. It is difficult to watch the news seeing the evil perpetrators while viewing the horrific repercussions of their actions.
Families grieving, children being molested, elderly being abused, animals in a circus being beaten! It is too much for a model citizen living and adhering to the law to comprehend such heinous crimes. And to hear people say, “where is God” while this is going on?

God is not doing these evil things-man is. “For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” 1 John 7:16 (KJV).

There has always been Spiritual warfare going on since before the beginning of time. There was a great battle even before the earth was formed by God’s hands. Spiritual warfare is something real and ongoing. It will be going on until Christ returns with His army and battles the evil forces to make His Kingdom here on Earth. And, it will be beautiful, peaceful, idyllic- blissful for all eternity. When Jesus Christ establishes His rightful place, and all knees will bow and every tongue will proclaim Jesus Christ is Lord.

Those of us who choose to have real fellowship with Him experience His grace and live lives of holiness in His presence. When we walk in the light, it means we believe God’s truth as revealed in His word. We continue to make a sustained effort to follow in His word and deed. We are all sinners and we must try to formulate our existence in what He expects from us, His children.

If we claim that we have never sinned, we are in essence saying we do not need the efficacy of Christ’s death…Therefore making a liar of God. We all try to live without sin, but we are all susceptible to sinning. If we do fall into sin, the remedy is to confess and forsake that particular sin. Jesus’ death as the propitiation for our sins, and His heavenly ministry as our advocate is the basis and foundation for our assurance of forgiveness. He cleansed our sins. Jesus intercedes before God on our behalf on the basis of His atoning death. His blood washed us clean. His death and resurrection, and our active faith in Him is all we need to live forever. We can walk boldly into the inner courts of God because of Jesus’ blood.

God sent His son to cleanse us. We choose to either accept the living waters and the Lamb of God-in order to live forever, and thirst no more, or we don’t. For those who choose not to accept Him look around -it is clearly apparent in the news, on the streets where we walk and live. Not believing or accepting Christ, one can see where that might lead many.

So don’t say “where is God?” when things happen in the world that are disgusting. God is there and always will be there. It is your choice always has been. God’s arms are always open, He is always waiting to embrace you with His love and protection. You might be going through a difficult time, but it is so much easier with God in your corner.
For me the choice has is simple. How about you?”

 

 

 

 

Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” 1 John 7:15 (KJV)

“If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:8-9 (KJV)

“He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of god perfected: herby know we that we are in him.” 1 John 2:4-5 (KJV)

“But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is not lie, and even as it hath ttugh you, ye shall abide in him.”  1 John 2:27 (KJV)

DEAR GOD WITH LOVE: Speak the Word & Live It Too~

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Matthew 23:3
So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.

 

 

The Bible shows and teaches us how vital it is to our Witness of the Gospel to live what it says.  In other words, to live by the Words of the LORD and to practice it as best we can, every single day.  It we don’t do so, we are in danger of bringing reproach to the Word of God, for God takes it seriously the call to practice what we preach.

 It’s so important that we mirror ourselves by example.  It’s critical that our examples in which we behave is matched to our “talk.”  If it is God’s ways, then it should be ours.

Jesus warned  the scribes and Pharisees, calling them hypocrites.  Eight times Jesus pronounces woes upon those that he calls hypocrites, and fools, and often referring to them as blind or serpents; “But woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites!” –Matthew 23:13 (NKJV)

The LORD wants us to be reflective of His Words through not only our thoughts, but in our hearts and therefore in our actions.  We can’t just “say we follow God” and then go off on another direction. We must follow God and be on course and remain in the parameters of which He stands for. We must engage others by being a prime example of what God is all about, walk in the light, show others His light through all we that we do.

Remember the question that was asked to Jesus…and what Jesus answered in Matthew 22?

Master, which is the great commandment in the law?  Jesus said unto him,

“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.  This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.”    Matthew 22:36:-40 (NKJV)

We can’t base our faith on human reasoning but on the Word of God and the amazing God that brought it into being. It may appear quire foolish to many, and so be it…but the Word of God will stand forever when all else is gone.  The grass withers, the flower fades, but the Word of God will last forever. (Isa 40:8)

Love for God and love for all of us made in His image are the basis and backbone of everything that’s in God’s Word. Love is the fulfillment of the law (Rom 13:10)

 

So, wherever you go, and whatever you do, do it for the love of God, and promote the good news, and share the Gospel as you shine His light while proclaiming His glory. And when others ask you, “How can I get what you have?”  Speak about God and His pure unconditional unadulterated love…and continue “practicing what you preach” to be assured of your rewards in heaven.

 

“Father, help us to bring Your Gospel to those who haven’t heard it, or know You, lead us and show us the way Lord, as we proclaim Your glory, in Jesus name, Amen.”

 

Psalm 50:17
 For you hate My instruction and cast My words behind you.

Isaiah 42:20
Though seeing many things, you do not observe. Though your ears are open, you hear nothing.”

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DEAR GOD: You are Holy my Lord God Almighty~

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Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is.  Jeremiah 17:7 (KJV)

 

 

Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

1 Peter 1:16 ( KJV)

 

 

Holy indeed.  He is Holy, and He is our Father.

The air we breathe, His Holy presence living in us!

He is our daily bread...His very Word spoken, to us!

 

I am confident each day as I go about my business, knowing He is inside of me, His Holy presence living in me.

And, His very Word, His Voice, my daily bread…spoken to me every step of the way.

The Majestic and Holy Father, King of kings and Lord of lord living in me?

Living in us?

Stop a moment, and digest the enormity of that statement.  He is living in us!  “Wow!”

Yes, we know the Holy One lives with us, and in us…but when we really meditate upon that fact, it can bring about overwhelming feelings of joy, awe, and inspiration…and fill us with love and peace.

Walking the narrow path, or the narrow road,  is and can be challenging at times. There will be days when one might throw their hands up, and feel as if they’ll never get out of the deep valley.  Or, when the events of the day seem to swallow up our sensibilities and faith seems outside the realm of what we’re going through.  In other words, the world can sometimes “choke” the word, and “choke or diminish” our mind and focus.

This can happen to anyone, and no one escapes “life” and all that it encompasses, which can be both scathing and joyful.  Sometimes there can be days of ” dark clouds” and the storm seems unrelenting.  But, when we remember that He is in us, the Holy One lives inside of His followers, it’ll provide a huge source of comfort.

Be Ye Holy, for I am Holy….

Surrendering to the Holy One and Mighty One is contingent upon the receiving the benefits and rewards of having Him in our life.  He loves each and everyone of His children…but not all of His children know Him, or have accepted Him into their hearts.  And, it is up to each of His children to do so. To get to know Him.  His love, His heart, His compassion, His mercy, His grace.  His Word.

Do you feel your soul stirring at this moment?

Do you long for peace even when there is a “storm” raging all around you?

Do you need strength to go on?

Do you need someone to help you?

Go to Him.  Open His book.  Accept Him in your heart. Welcome Him as your Lord and Savior, and then embrace LIFE as it was meant to be…LIFE.

When we walk down the  narrow path, we are not only walking it here on earth, but we are walking on the path toward our “eternal rewards,” of living in His presence forever more, long after we leave this earth.

Things of the world are foolish to God’s followers, and things of God are foolish to those who don’t believe.  Highway of Holiness…as God said, “it will be only for those who walk in God’s ways, and fools will never walk there.”

Remember, God always give you the choice as to which path you walk down.

Yes, It’s your choice.  And because you’re a child of God, you’re nobody’s fool, so in that case, I’ll meet you on the narrow path…Amen!

 

“Father God, show us the way, lead us, guide us, teach us, touch us, heal us, as we walk that narrow road, and narrow path of life, we know You are inside of us, and You are Holy, so therefore, we must be Holy, we thank You for Your love, Your ways, and for all of our provisions, we love You in Jesus name, Amen.”

 

And a great road will go through that once deserted land. It will be named the Highway of Holiness. Evil-minded people will never travel on it. It will be only for those who walk in God’s ways; fools will never walk there. 

Isaiah 35:8 (NLT)

 

 
This is the gate of the LORD; the righteous shall enter through it. Psalm 118:20 (NKJV)

 

 

But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.  Matthew 7:14 (NLT)

 

DEAR GOD: No Doubts—Just Unrelenting Faith in You~

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And Jesus answering saith unto them, “Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you, that whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea, and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe those things which he saith shall come to pass, she shall have whatsoever he saith. 

Matthew 11:22-23 (KJV)

 

When you doubt, in and of itself might not be such a bad thing…however it is what doubt can eventually do that might cause trouble in our spiritual lives.

When we doubt in spiritual terms we could be doubting God.  Because, doubting or casting aside our belief, is to let the doors swing open, and we could be letting in a swirl of trouble that might be very unsettling…in terms of our spiritual growth, and in terms of our personal lives.

Jeremiah was nervous when the LORD approached Him with instructions.  In fact, He was really “timid” and nervous, and all of which made a passage and path of doubt, that came sauntering into his “camp.” He was reticent to speak, as this passage in Jeremiah 1:6 shows:  “Then said I, “Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak for I am a child.”  We could see and understand in this passage that Jeremiah was having self doubts, and if it continued it could have robbed him of his faith, and his destiny to be one of the great ones in the Bible.  Jeremiah was a youth compared to the elders that were camped about him, some in their seventies and eighties.  He thought “I’m a youth and they won’t listen to me.”

But, God wouldn’t let Jeremiah be robbed of his faith, or duty of which he was assigned, as it so clearly tells in this passage of Jeremiah, 1:7-8 – But the LORD said unto me, “Say not, ‘I am a child’ for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD.”  

How could anyone possibly go wrong with promises such as these? The LORD will tell many of us what to speak, His Spirit will guide us, lead us, and touch us…and give us the unction,and perseverance, when we “believe” and when we listen…and throw out all doubts.  Because, the LORD and His Word, along with His promises, are truly invigorating in all aspects, and they are the harness in which we connect to His very heart.

Jeremiah would go on to speak the word of the LORD faithfully.  He didn’t care that a lot of which he said, and brought about through the LORD, wasn’t welcomed, and he certainly wasn’t worried about being “popular” with the people who opposed him. No, instead…he was in pursuit of the LORD’s commandments and instructions, and he did it all faithfully, never doubting again. And in so doing, he was able to leap and accomplish so many things that he ordinarily could never have done.

We too can do so today.  Never doubt the LORD or His Word and promises.  Instead, hold on to your faith and pronounce the Word with confidence, execute the Word by bringing forth the TRUTH, to all who will hear it, and extend your hands to those who are weak, and in need of love.

Through the Word and love of Christ, we can do it…in His name, through His power, and through our faith.

The seed of the mustard herb is indeed the smallest of all herb seeds, yet it grows into a magnificent and huge herb plant. Mountains are always symbolic of nations in God’s Word.  When we have sufficient faith, we too “can walk on water.”  Nothing shall be impossible for us…when we have the LORD with us, and when we hold tight to our faith and cast away the cancerous tankard of “doubt” and instead drink from the cup of “living water.”

Just think, if Jeremiah had continued with doubt…He never would have been a vessel for God and accomplished all that he did through the LORD.

Come on, cast your doubts away, and go out and “Yell it from the mountain tops…I have unrelenting Faith in Christ, Amen!”

 

“Thank You Father, for Your unwavering love and grace, I pray that my faith, love,  and my belief in You make You smile, I adore You, and Praise You and You alone,  in Jesus name, Amen.” 

DEAR GOD: Your Word is Full of Promise, Peace & Rewards~

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For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there. But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater. So shall My word not return to Me void, But, it shall accomplish what I please, And, it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.

                                                  Isaiah 55:10-11 (NKJV)

 

 

 

God and His promises are many, throughout the Bible, since the beginning of the earth age, and before the earth age…He is, and always was…and will always be.

His word in the beginning, in the book of Genesis, which means; “origin” or “generation” or “beginning” — God SPOKE the Word and it happened.  His Word went forth from His mouth and accomplished that which He wanted.

God defined the Word, bringing things into existence, by naming things, and giving them a purpose, finally God established and blessed that which He had made, sealing the truth of His creation, through His very Word.  “Let there be light;” and there was light.        Genesis 1:3  (NKJV)

Nothing has changed today.  All things remain the same. God’s Word and promises and His peace still reigns and always shall.  His Word is His Word to this day, He is on the throne and still in control.  So, when we “speak His Word” it doesn’t return to Him void, He listens, and blesses those who believe, those who trust, and those who depend on Him for all of our provisions.  Amen.

In His amazing Word is TRUTH, and LOVE and PEACE, and we have access to Him anytime we wish…we walk boldly into His presence, thanks to His Son, Jesus Christ who sacrificed for us.  Through His death and resurrection the “veil was rent/ripped” from top to bottom, allowing us full entry into the presence of the LORD. (Matt 27:50-51)  Amen.

Speak the Word and believe the Word and trust the Word, for it is the very voice of God and His Character.  He loves us, every single one of us, no matter what, where, how or why.  He loves us unconditionally.  Amen.

Speak the Word.

Learn the Word.

Love the Word.

Love the truth.

Love the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY.  Amen.

The closer we grow to Him the more positive our lives and existence become.  When we’re here on earth, we have things to accomplish and do.  Speak His Word, truth and promises, and follow Him without fail, and watch the impact it will have on your life here.  But, more important, the impact it will have on your “eternity.”

 

“Father, thank You for Your Word and for Your love, truth, peace and compassion, may we always speak the truth and absorb Your Word, and share it with others so they might see the light, and share in eternity, with those who believe, in Jesus Christ name, Amen.”

 

 

 

Matthew 27:50-51 And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit. At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split  

DEAR GOD: Loving Son & Savior~

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Loving Son & Savior~

 

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

John 1:1 (NKJV)

 

The Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as the King of the Jews, and long awaited Messiah, and the Gospel of Mark allows us to see Jesus as a Servant, serving and healing and loving.

The Gospel of John shows Christ in His divinity, as the Son of God, whereas the Gospel of Luke shows Jesus in His humanity as the Son of God, bearing the compassionate nature of Christ, with intense emotions, and sympathy to those in need. He goes into great detail about His birth, and all of the events surrounding it.

All four Gospels are descriptive and detail Jesus Christ’ life and ministry, all showing the love and sacrifice of the Savior.

No matter which Gospel we’re reading…each one tells of Jesus’ life and great love for us.

We can all sense and feel the love of Christ, and know that He alone is the true Author of Salvation, and the King of kings and Lord of lords.

We see His love for us and know what he suffered for our transgressions. And, how He was bruised for our iniquities, so with His stripes, we are ALL healed. (Isaiah 53:5)  We are healed because of Jesus and there is no doubt of what He has done for us.

“For with God nothing will be impossible.” Luke 1:37 (NKJV) – We can always trust Him even in the most difficult of circumstances. Why?  Because nothing is too difficult or too complex for God, and no challenge is beyond His Sovereign power to overcome.

It would be well to remember and embrace that God never will forsake us or forget us. He will always take care of us. He remembers all of us, even His creatures big and small. Remember the Sparrows? “Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? And not one of them is forgotten before God.” Luke 12:6 (NKJV)

God knows all of His children, and creatures, and cares for us all.  So, if He loves His sparrows and creatures, how much more for us, His children?

So, no matter what book you’re reading in the Bible.

All are His Word. 

And, the Word is God.

Each Gospel has Jesus as the Star in them all.

He is our Light of lights, and our help from above.

He is the Son of Man, and the Son of God.

He is our Lord and Savior, and our Redeemer.

Remember, the next time you’re reading His Word, that Jesus, “became flesh and walked among us…”

And…Hallelujah, He’s coming back again!

“Father, thank You for Your gift of love and salvation, in Jesus name, Amen.”

DEAR GOD: With You There is LIFE~

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Proverbs 3:6 – In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.

I was speaking with a friend regarding a mutual acquaintance who had in previous gatherings admonished us for our “foolish ways” regarding God.  We realized that this individual thought both of us foolish because we go to God for everything on a daily basis. My friend and I don’t judge anyone, so therefore, after our analysis as to why he thought us foolish, we spoke about other things that we had in common.  However, prior to moving on we both concurred that it must be an empty existence living without God. In fact it’s not living if it’s without God.

Existing without God? That’s something that’s completely foreign to me on every level. It’s something I wouldn’t or couldn’t do.  To be without God is “suffocation.”  God is breath and nourishment and my sole provider granting all provisions according to my needs.

Isaiah 26:3 – Thou wilt keep Him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because He trusteth in thee.

Trusting God generates a circle of love, truth, and peace.  It’s an infinite gift and the reason for tranquil nights and sunshine-filled moments.  It’s an elevation of one’s soul as it advances fully. Being knitted to God is the purpose in which we were created.  It’s our anchor of sobriety in this drunken world of hypocrisy, and the common thread of decency that runs through our hearts, in which we feel that love.

If anybody encounters an acquaintance, that thinks you’re foolish, in how you love God, or how you live your life, pray for them daily, and perhaps they’ll one day, experience the joy, and peace, of knowing, loving, and trusting God.

Then smile knowing full-well you can TRUST God to fulfill all of His promises, when we’re willing to walk in His ways…

“Father thank You for Your breath of life and Your hands of love, I acknowledge You in all that I do, now and always, in Jesus precious name, Amen.”

 

DEAR GOD: Encouraging One Another by His Love & Truth~

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Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad. 

Proverbs 12:25 (NKJV)

 

The world has more than enough of “naysayers” and critics, scoffers, and detractors.  We need more people to become “experts” at giving encouragement.  A good word is sometimes a hard thing to find.  Why not give it a “home in our mouth?”

“Loose lips sink ships” a popular and vital saying in World War II.  That motto was in fact to protect our American troops.  It was a saying that meant, “Guard your mouth. Guard your words. And do nothing to endanger our service men and women.

“…He who guards his mouth preserves his life, but he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction.” Proverbs 13:3 – (NKJV)

Well, in essence…preventing causalities in a spiritual war takes the same kind of precaution and action.

Being supportive and bringing forth a good word and supporting one another becomes a domino effect making the end results rewarding and pleasing to the LORD.  Kindness and the ability to encourage is a direct link from God to others and back again to the origin.

“Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who deal truthfully are His delight.” Proverbs 12:22  (NKJV)

God keeps His promises, and when we acknowledge that He does, it’s another way of saying He always speaks the truth.  He delights in truth.  And, when we please Him when we tell the truth.  When we uphold His word, and when we are kind and supportive to one another.  It is the presence of His Spirit that becomes fully engaged in us as we project His love towards others, in ways that are pleasing and indicative of His love for us.

When we obey the ways of the LORD, that is to say His principles and doctrine, or more to the point…His Word…He will guide us and show us how to apply the truth in our life.

When we set our hearts on obeying the LORD, He will show us His wisdom…and bring us closer to Him thereby rendering us higher into understanding our purpose in life.

Being supportive in the body of Christ is an ongoing process and a daily part of whom we are as Christians.

Our brothers and sisters, many in the dark, don’t know the truth. When we get a “word” from the LORD…He will bring us to what we should say, and maybe that person will come to the LORD.  That would be up to God of course, we’re merely His messengers, or vessels for such cause.

But keep in mind, that even if “one soul” is saved, the angels rejoice in heaven, and God will celebrate along with them.  And, it all starts with “words of truth, kindness and love…”

“Father, help us to guard our tongues, know what to say, offer encouragement and support where ever we’re led and speak the truth in Jesus precious name, Amen.”

 

 

                             Proverbs 2:6-9  (NKJV)

6 For the Lord gives wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and understanding;
7 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright;
He is a shield to those who walk uprightly;
8 He guards the paths of justice,
And preserves the way of His saints.
9 Then you will understand righteousness and justice,
Equity and every good path.

DEAR GOD: Humility vs Pride~

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Proverbs 29:23 –

A man’s pride shall bring him low:

but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.

 

 

 

 

Pride can be defined as  an inversion of power and authority.

It can be explained  as a taking it upon ourselves to do things on our own.

It’s one of the weaknesses that the enemy will tempt you with.

It’s classic in how Satan tries to get you to come over to his views and ways.  He knows what makes us feel good, and knows all about us, and tries to steer us in his direction.

The lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the lust of the world — which is the pride of life.

The root cause of most every sin starts off with “pride”

It is pride that stops many people from ceasing or calling upon the LORD.

 

When we really know God, and His word, the more we will not be fooled, and not be led astray. The more we reflect and meditate on His word, the more humble we will become, and the more filled with the Spirit of the LORD.

Pride destroys us and is a showy practice that makes us feel good.

It is a detracting agent. It is a solvent which will break us.

We must be careful and listen to the LORD.  Listen to the Word, and be careful that our choices and paths are not born from pride.

 

God’s voice is gentle and kind.

His voice is sure and compassionate.

God’s ways are filled with peace.

God transforms from the inside out.

God comes into our heart and changes us, when we surrender to Him, and humble ourselves.

 

The enemy changes and tempts from the “outside” and brings senses of all things alluring to us.

Tempting us as He did Christ in the desert.

Showing things from the outside, never from the inside out.

 

God is the strength in which we can turn to for all things.

He is the way, the life and the truth.

He is our all for all.

 

Go to God for all things.

Rest in Him.

Call out to Him.

Humble yourself before Him, and He will raise you up.

Listen,  do you hear His voice?

For there is only ONE VOICE, and that is the sound of the LORD.

 

 

 

 

Proverbs 16:5 –

Every one [that is] proud in heart [is] an abomination to the LORD:

~[though] hand [join] in hand, he shall not be unpunished.

 

 

 

 

 

DEAR GOD: Sing a Song Of Psalms~

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Psalms For All~

 

“That I may proclaim with the voice of thanksgiving,

and tell of all Your wondrous works.”

(Psalm 26:7 NKJV)

 

The Book of Psalms is the most commonly known book in the Bible, and arguably the most widely used. It truly runs the gamut of human emotions and human experience in a personal and intimate way.

The subject matter in Psalms includes such topics as: jubilation, war, peace, worship, judgment, messianic prophecy, praise and lament. We’re filled with a sense of deep faith as we embrace the passages and the meaning beyond the words.  We can feel the presence of those before us…but most especially. the presence of the Holy Spirit. who is behind the inspiration for this book, and the entire Bible.

Listening to God is essential to walking with God.  When we look to Him and surrender to Him entirely we are honoring Him and preparing for eternal life, even though we’re walking here on earth, and in the flesh.  All of which we do is Spiritual training for the actual event of when we’re called home.

When we do what we’re called to do, we’re not only soldiers and servants in His army, but we’re pleasing Him in all that we do. We’re following His doctrine when we serve “others” as well, in essence to whomever we serve, or give to, we are honoring Him.

It’s stated in Matthew 25:40 (KJV) –And the King shall answer and say to them, Truly I say to you, Inasmuch as you have done it to one of the least of these my brothers, you have done it to me.

When we do to others we are doing to the Lord. When we give to others, we are giving unto the Lord. When we take compassion on others, we’re doing the work of the Lord.

Jesus made it clear that God is not after outward compliance, but inward change. Let Him transform your hearts.  Open the door and let Him in.  What are you waiting for?

“Father, thank You for Your love and blessings, may I always please You and honor You in all that I do, in Jesus’ name, Amen.”