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Peace To God,s Children :-)
September 5
Peace in the Midst of the Storm
"And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful." Colossians 3:15
In Florida where I was raised, we had a lot of hurricanes. Even as a child I learned that in the center of the worst hurricane, there's a calm called the "eye" of the storm. When the storm passes over, there is a calm like a millpond on a summer evening.
Friend, in your storm today there is a center that is calm. It's the heart of God.
He is there. He is the great I AM in the midst of your storm. As someone has well said, "God gives peace that the world can't take away." It is supernatural peace.
Do you have the peace of God in your heart? Claim the promises of Psalm 29:11, Isaiah 26:3, and Romans 5:1 today.
Peace in the Midst of the Storm
"And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful." Colossians 3:15
In Florida where I was raised, we had a lot of hurricanes. Even as a child I learned that in the center of the worst hurricane, there's a calm called the "eye" of the storm. When the storm passes over, there is a calm like a millpond on a summer evening.
Friend, in your storm today there is a center that is calm. It's the heart of God.
He is there. He is the great I AM in the midst of your storm. As someone has well said, "God gives peace that the world can't take away." It is supernatural peace.
Do you have the peace of God in your heart? Claim the promises of Psalm 29:11, Isaiah 26:3, and Romans 5:1 today.
Answered Prayer by Charles Stanley
September 6-7, 2008
Responding to Closed Doors
Genesis 16
God answers prayer in one of three ways: "yes," "no," or "yes, but not yet." This last reply seems to be the most dreaded sometimes even more than an outright "no." However, patience is an important biblical principle, which Scripture stresses repeatedly in stories, Psalms, and epistles.
Waiting on the Lord to unlock a door is always wiser than attempting to pry it open ourselves, even when the delay has been long. After God promised him a son (Gen. 12:2), Abraham lived for 25 years with an answer of "not yet." After that quarter-century, the answer finally became "yes." But meanwhile, Abraham and Sarah hatched their own plan to get an heir--Sarah's servant Hagar bore Ishmael. The couple may have convinced themselves they were "helping" God live up to His prophecy, but really they were disobeying. The consequences were disastrous. Bitterness and blame affected every member of the family (Gen. 16:4-6; 21:9-10). In addition, Ishmael's people lived in enmity with their neighbors, and that hostility persists in the Middle East today (Gen. 16:11-12; 25:18).
Our patience gives God time to prepare the opportunity on the other side of a closed door. Even if we can force our way by manipulating circumstances, we will not be happy with what we find there. No one in Abraham's camp was satisfied with the situation they created! We have contentment and joy only when we access God's will at the very moment He ordained. The blessings we find on the other side of an open door are well worth the wait.
Responding to Closed Doors
Genesis 16
God answers prayer in one of three ways: "yes," "no," or "yes, but not yet." This last reply seems to be the most dreaded sometimes even more than an outright "no." However, patience is an important biblical principle, which Scripture stresses repeatedly in stories, Psalms, and epistles.
Waiting on the Lord to unlock a door is always wiser than attempting to pry it open ourselves, even when the delay has been long. After God promised him a son (Gen. 12:2), Abraham lived for 25 years with an answer of "not yet." After that quarter-century, the answer finally became "yes." But meanwhile, Abraham and Sarah hatched their own plan to get an heir--Sarah's servant Hagar bore Ishmael. The couple may have convinced themselves they were "helping" God live up to His prophecy, but really they were disobeying. The consequences were disastrous. Bitterness and blame affected every member of the family (Gen. 16:4-6; 21:9-10). In addition, Ishmael's people lived in enmity with their neighbors, and that hostility persists in the Middle East today (Gen. 16:11-12; 25:18).
Our patience gives God time to prepare the opportunity on the other side of a closed door. Even if we can force our way by manipulating circumstances, we will not be happy with what we find there. No one in Abraham's camp was satisfied with the situation they created! We have contentment and joy only when we access God's will at the very moment He ordained. The blessings we find on the other side of an open door are well worth the wait.
I AM PERSUADED
I Am PERSUADED, THAT NEITHER DEATH, NOR LIFE, NOR ANGELS, NOR PRINCIPALITIES, NOR POWERS, NOR THINGS PRESENT, NOR THINGS TO COME,
NOR HEIGHT,NOR DEPTH, NOR ANY OTHER CREATURE, SHALL BE ABLE TO SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF GOD,WHICH IN IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD. ROMANS 8, 31 , I THINK
NOR HEIGHT,NOR DEPTH, NOR ANY OTHER CREATURE, SHALL BE ABLE TO SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF GOD,WHICH IN IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD. ROMANS 8, 31 , I THINK
Blessings To All, Be Of Good Cheer
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are
true, whatsoever things are honest,whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these .
Philippians 4;8
true, whatsoever things are honest,whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these .
Philippians 4;8
Learning to put graphics on posts
I just learned it and as a new tool I think I am over using it. I sent some racy stuff to my oldest sister so that she could say disgusting like she does.
As I was going through the GRAPHICS. I found another one on line. Great and this one has so much more graphics.
I was sending to someone on this group when I decided to go through them all. It was under religious that I sent through. I started out throught the back because I wanted to see the older graphics.
What I saw was disgusting in fact I contemplated along time because I wanted to show all of you but, It was really horrific. it showed the cross upside down and some in a circle with points. They had other things but I couldnt bring myself to keep looking in fact it kinda scaredme. I didnt know to write the .com place down here either. So I decided to tell you all.
I just would like to say a prayer for us the members of eon whom use these places and dont know. Also that GOD would watch over us .
Dear GOD that we may serve you and in this day where we could easily just say it s alright. Teach me to know that GOD is everywher andyou are watching me aand helping me even when I feel it is innocent enough. You are might LORD. Thank you for letting me see that and knowing evil. I will fight LORD because I know you are with me.
As I was going through the GRAPHICS. I found another one on line. Great and this one has so much more graphics.
I was sending to someone on this group when I decided to go through them all. It was under religious that I sent through. I started out throught the back because I wanted to see the older graphics.
What I saw was disgusting in fact I contemplated along time because I wanted to show all of you but, It was really horrific. it showed the cross upside down and some in a circle with points. They had other things but I couldnt bring myself to keep looking in fact it kinda scaredme. I didnt know to write the .com place down here either. So I decided to tell you all.
I just would like to say a prayer for us the members of eon whom use these places and dont know. Also that GOD would watch over us .
Dear GOD that we may serve you and in this day where we could easily just say it s alright. Teach me to know that GOD is everywher andyou are watching me aand helping me even when I feel it is innocent enough. You are might LORD. Thank you for letting me see that and knowing evil. I will fight LORD because I know you are with me.
Hope
Share the blessings. I enjoy the imput here and in many Christian groups, but I like to spread myself around and share. Not good at it sometimes because it takes time to make friends and start communicating. People learn to accept the fact that we care and do not just 'preach',so to speak. Once you have 'tasted' there is no question to what is truth and it deserves sharing. My goal is to offer blessings, not often accepted but available and I am a friend anyway. What is your take on the subject? TheRol
Our Obedient Walkl
September 2, 2008
Choosing an Obedient Lifestyle
Romans 6:16-18
Though God is sovereign and omnipotent, many believers don't trust Him to guide them. Instead they think about obedience on a case-by-case basis, evaluating how the consequences of various choices might affect their life. But the Lord desires followers whose lifestyle is submissive--in other words, people who've made a deliberate decision to surrender to His will in every circumstance.
When confronted with the idea of absolute submission, many of us are assaulted by anxious thoughts: What if the Lord wants me to do something I can't? Or, What if I don't want to do what He asks? We fear we wouldn't have the strength, wisdom, or faith to carry out commands He might give. And we'd be right--if we relied upon our own resources. But if we commit to obedience, God equips us at the right moment to follow where He leads.
One obedient act prepares us for the next. Each step of faith shows us that God not only supplies the tools and preparation for doing His will; He also handles the consequences.
In spite of the God's faithfulness, however, we will take a misstep every now and then. We're not alone. As Scripture shows, even saints' lives include occasional rebellious acts, because obedience is a learning process. Jesus rebuked Peter several times (Matt. 16:21-23; John 18:10-11; Mark 14:72). Yet He continued to train the disciple in righteousness.
Believers learn from both successes and failures how to live a lifestyle of commitment. But we must first make a decision to follow God regardless of the outcome. His sovereignty demands our obedience.
Choosing an Obedient Lifestyle
Romans 6:16-18
Though God is sovereign and omnipotent, many believers don't trust Him to guide them. Instead they think about obedience on a case-by-case basis, evaluating how the consequences of various choices might affect their life. But the Lord desires followers whose lifestyle is submissive--in other words, people who've made a deliberate decision to surrender to His will in every circumstance.
When confronted with the idea of absolute submission, many of us are assaulted by anxious thoughts: What if the Lord wants me to do something I can't? Or, What if I don't want to do what He asks? We fear we wouldn't have the strength, wisdom, or faith to carry out commands He might give. And we'd be right--if we relied upon our own resources. But if we commit to obedience, God equips us at the right moment to follow where He leads.
One obedient act prepares us for the next. Each step of faith shows us that God not only supplies the tools and preparation for doing His will; He also handles the consequences.
In spite of the God's faithfulness, however, we will take a misstep every now and then. We're not alone. As Scripture shows, even saints' lives include occasional rebellious acts, because obedience is a learning process. Jesus rebuked Peter several times (Matt. 16:21-23; John 18:10-11; Mark 14:72). Yet He continued to train the disciple in righteousness.
Believers learn from both successes and failures how to live a lifestyle of commitment. But we must first make a decision to follow God regardless of the outcome. His sovereignty demands our obedience.
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