Dec 28 2010 - January 1 2011 Bread Box
Psalm 16:11a
"You will show me the path of life" (Amplified).
The new year is coming. There are many things going on around us. David focus on God and said, "in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore". (Ps.16:11b Amplified).
The poem I found from a book called, Becoming a Prayer Warrior by Elizabeth Alves. The poem is written by Sandra Goodwin.
I Traveled on My Knees
Last night I took a journey to Israel across the seas;
I did not go by boat or plane, I traveled on my knees.
I saw so many people there with scars and wounds within.
But God told me that I should go--there was oil to pour from Him.
I replied, "Lord, I cannot go and work with such as these."
He answered quickly, "Yes you can, by traveling on your knees."
He said, "You pray, I'll meet their need, you call and I will hear.
Be concerned about the fate of those both far and near."
And so I tried it, knelt in prayer, gave up some hours of ease.
I felt the Lord right by my side while traveling on my knees.
As I pray on and saw them helped, and badly wounded healed,
I saw God's workers' strength renewed while laboring on the field.
I said, "Yes, Lord, I have a job--my desire Thy will to please,
I can go and heed Thy call by traveling on my knees."
--Adapted from a poem by Sandra Goodwin.
So let us focus the new year with "Traveling on our knees."
May God bless you! And a Happy New Year!!!!
Dorothy
Friday, December 31, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
A Sparrow
Matthew 10:29 "Not even a sparrow, worth only half a penny, can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it" (NLT).
How much are you worth to God, the Father? Jesus said, "You are worth much more than many sparrows" (Matt.10:31 NVC).
I like to quote the notes written by Donald C. Stamps from Zondervan Bible. The notes are very impressive. It touched my heart. Read this: Jesus teaches that God's faithful children are of great worth to their heavenly Father.
(1) God values you and your personal needs; He desires your love and fellowship so much that He sent Jesus to die on the cross for you (John 3:16). You are never away from His presence, care, and concern. He knows all your needs, trials, and sorrows.
(2) You are so important to God that He treasures your faithfulness, love, and loyalty to Himself above all earthly things. Your unwavering faith in Christ, proved genuine (real) in the midst of trials and trouble, is His glory and honor. End.
Did you know that Donald C. Stamps battled his cancer for a year and went to be with the Lord. His 10 years of work on notes and articles were left to the committees to complete this "The Full Life Study Bible" which I now have. It is an honor to know that Donald thought highly of God even though he didn't get healed of cancer. Isn't it hard to understand? Let's trust God today!
The song: Every Moment of the Day
Every moment of the day My Father cares for me,
Every moment of the day My heart from fear is free;
He who sees the sparrow fall Will hear my call;
Every moment of the day God watches over me.
(Harry Dixon Loes, Billy Graham New York Crusade,
Song Book, compiled by Clifford Barrows)
How much are you worth to God, the Father? Jesus said, "You are worth much more than many sparrows" (Matt.10:31 NVC).
I like to quote the notes written by Donald C. Stamps from Zondervan Bible. The notes are very impressive. It touched my heart. Read this: Jesus teaches that God's faithful children are of great worth to their heavenly Father.
(1) God values you and your personal needs; He desires your love and fellowship so much that He sent Jesus to die on the cross for you (John 3:16). You are never away from His presence, care, and concern. He knows all your needs, trials, and sorrows.
(2) You are so important to God that He treasures your faithfulness, love, and loyalty to Himself above all earthly things. Your unwavering faith in Christ, proved genuine (real) in the midst of trials and trouble, is His glory and honor. End.
Did you know that Donald C. Stamps battled his cancer for a year and went to be with the Lord. His 10 years of work on notes and articles were left to the committees to complete this "The Full Life Study Bible" which I now have. It is an honor to know that Donald thought highly of God even though he didn't get healed of cancer. Isn't it hard to understand? Let's trust God today!
The song: Every Moment of the Day
Every moment of the day My Father cares for me,
Every moment of the day My heart from fear is free;
He who sees the sparrow fall Will hear my call;
Every moment of the day God watches over me.
(Harry Dixon Loes, Billy Graham New York Crusade,
Song Book, compiled by Clifford Barrows)
Saturday, December 25, 2010
What Child Is This?
Luke 2:7a “… she brought forth her firstborn son …”
During the time of Israel, everyone was waiting for the prophetic Messiah to come. They looked forward for Messiah to come from the sky. They did not dream He would be a “babe,” so small, so helpless. What child is this that “God, the Creator” would come into a little tiny baby, just a little baby? The angel announced to the shepherds from Luke 2:11 “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
He was born with a human form rather than coming in a splendor glory from the sky as a supreme God of all rulers to overcome Roman Empire! People would become fearful of the powerful God in Jesus! But instead Christ chose to grow up among His own people and it was not exactly what they thought He would do. Even His step-brothers doubted Him. He was too human! How could Jesus be “God” in a day-to-day basis? Is it hard to understand God’s ways? This is where we need to trust Him on a day-to-day basis. So trust God today and have a Merry Christmas!
Song: What Child Is This?
1. What Child is this, who, laid to rest,
On Mary’s lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet,
While shepherds watch are keeping?
Chorus:
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing;
Haste, Haste to bring Him laud (praise),
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
3. So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh,
Come, rich and poor, to own Him;
The King of kings salvation brings;
Let loving hearts enthrone Him. [Then Chorus]
(William Chatterton Dix
During the time of Israel, everyone was waiting for the prophetic Messiah to come. They looked forward for Messiah to come from the sky. They did not dream He would be a “babe,” so small, so helpless. What child is this that “God, the Creator” would come into a little tiny baby, just a little baby? The angel announced to the shepherds from Luke 2:11 “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
He was born with a human form rather than coming in a splendor glory from the sky as a supreme God of all rulers to overcome Roman Empire! People would become fearful of the powerful God in Jesus! But instead Christ chose to grow up among His own people and it was not exactly what they thought He would do. Even His step-brothers doubted Him. He was too human! How could Jesus be “God” in a day-to-day basis? Is it hard to understand God’s ways? This is where we need to trust Him on a day-to-day basis. So trust God today and have a Merry Christmas!
Song: What Child Is This?
1. What Child is this, who, laid to rest,
On Mary’s lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet,
While shepherds watch are keeping?
Chorus:
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing;
Haste, Haste to bring Him laud (praise),
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
3. So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh,
Come, rich and poor, to own Him;
The King of kings salvation brings;
Let loving hearts enthrone Him. [Then Chorus]
(William Chatterton Dix
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Like A Shepherd!
Isaiah 40:11b KJV: “… He shall gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in his bosom …” Bread Box
How close are you to Jesus? NLT says: “He will carry the lambs in His arms, holding them close to His heart.” I am sure you have seen a picture of Jesus holding the lamb in His left arm and held the staff with His right hand. He was looking at the lamb with tenderness. This shows how much He loves you. You are like a little lamb to Him. Open your heart to Jesus and I pray that you will feel His tenderness and His closeness. Let the healing of tenderness flows into your soul and body and mind in Jesus’ name.
Reading from Isaiah 40:1-10 was a prophecy of Christ’s coming. It is like a big herald of news! A splendor of glory! A big announcement like a trumpet sounding! NCV verse 10 says, “Look, the Lord God is coming with power to rule all the people. Look, He will bring reward for His people …” (Is. 40:10). Yet in the next verse 11, scenery is changed to a shepherd style and it says, “He takes care of His people like a shepherd. He gathers them like lambs in His arms. He gently leads the mothers of the lambs” (NCV). Oh! That’s very tender! Let's trust our loving Savior, the Shepherd the One who leads us through it all!
Song: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us
Savior, like a shepherd lead us;
Much we need Thy tender care;
In Thy pleasant pastures feed us,
For our use Thy folds prepare:
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus,
Thou hast brought us, Thine we are;
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus,
Thou hast brought us, Thine we are.
(Dorothy Ann Thrupp’s Hymns for the
Young, 1836; Sing His Praise)
How close are you to Jesus? NLT says: “He will carry the lambs in His arms, holding them close to His heart.” I am sure you have seen a picture of Jesus holding the lamb in His left arm and held the staff with His right hand. He was looking at the lamb with tenderness. This shows how much He loves you. You are like a little lamb to Him. Open your heart to Jesus and I pray that you will feel His tenderness and His closeness. Let the healing of tenderness flows into your soul and body and mind in Jesus’ name.
Reading from Isaiah 40:1-10 was a prophecy of Christ’s coming. It is like a big herald of news! A splendor of glory! A big announcement like a trumpet sounding! NCV verse 10 says, “Look, the Lord God is coming with power to rule all the people. Look, He will bring reward for His people …” (Is. 40:10). Yet in the next verse 11, scenery is changed to a shepherd style and it says, “He takes care of His people like a shepherd. He gathers them like lambs in His arms. He gently leads the mothers of the lambs” (NCV). Oh! That’s very tender! Let's trust our loving Savior, the Shepherd the One who leads us through it all!
Song: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us
Savior, like a shepherd lead us;
Much we need Thy tender care;
In Thy pleasant pastures feed us,
For our use Thy folds prepare:
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus,
Thou hast brought us, Thine we are;
Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus,
Thou hast brought us, Thine we are.
(Dorothy Ann Thrupp’s Hymns for the
Young, 1836; Sing His Praise)
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Farther Along
The song, "Farther Along" is like along the way we have come this far. As the time goes by ... and some day we'll see that it was to build our characters and to build our trust in Him a lot more. It was very popular song back then in 1950's. Even Johnny Cash and his wife, June Cash, the famous singers sang that song. They went through so much so the song has a deep meaning to them.
Song: Farther Along
1. Tempted and tried we’re oft (often) made to wonder,
Why should it be thus all the day long,
While there are others living about us,
Never molested (been bothered) tho in the wrong.
[Then chorus]
2. When death has come and taken our loved ones,
It leaves our home so lonely and drear;
Then do we wonder why others prosper,
Living so wicked year after year.
[Then chorus]
3. Faithful till death said our loving Master,
A few more days to labor and wait;
Toils of the road will then seem as nothing,
As we sweep thru the beautiful gate.
[Then chorus]
4. When we see Jesus coming in glory,
When He comes from His home in the sky;
Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion,
We’ll understand it all by and by.
[Chorus]
Farther along we’ll know all about it,
Farther along we’ll understand why;
Cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine,
We’ll understand it all by and by.
[Rev. W.B. Stevens]
Song: Farther Along
1. Tempted and tried we’re oft (often) made to wonder,
Why should it be thus all the day long,
While there are others living about us,
Never molested (been bothered) tho in the wrong.
[Then chorus]
2. When death has come and taken our loved ones,
It leaves our home so lonely and drear;
Then do we wonder why others prosper,
Living so wicked year after year.
[Then chorus]
3. Faithful till death said our loving Master,
A few more days to labor and wait;
Toils of the road will then seem as nothing,
As we sweep thru the beautiful gate.
[Then chorus]
4. When we see Jesus coming in glory,
When He comes from His home in the sky;
Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion,
We’ll understand it all by and by.
[Chorus]
Farther along we’ll know all about it,
Farther along we’ll understand why;
Cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine,
We’ll understand it all by and by.
[Rev. W.B. Stevens]
Enough Trouble?
"The Lord is my strength and song, and he (God) is become my salvation." Exodus 15:2 Bread Box with prayer.
Prayer box:
"Lord, order my steps today. Make me strong, not for the sake of possessing strength, but to make me sufficient for the crisis moments in my life and in the lives of others who reach out to me." In Jesus' name we pray Amen!
We depend on God's strength for today. I typed the whole song in the computer document of "Farther Along." And the internet won't open for me to paste the whole song into email so I could forward the song into my tiny pager and send them to you. I guess I'll do that later.
Have enough trouble of your own? Trust God He cares!
Dorothy
Ps. A friend appreciate the chorus, Farther Along and remember number three line so I thought it would be good just to send you the whole song. It is suppose to reminds us that all is not lost when you keep trusting God. So you all have a Merry Christmas!!!
Prayer box:
"Lord, order my steps today. Make me strong, not for the sake of possessing strength, but to make me sufficient for the crisis moments in my life and in the lives of others who reach out to me." In Jesus' name we pray Amen!
We depend on God's strength for today. I typed the whole song in the computer document of "Farther Along." And the internet won't open for me to paste the whole song into email so I could forward the song into my tiny pager and send them to you. I guess I'll do that later.
Have enough trouble of your own? Trust God He cares!
Dorothy
Ps. A friend appreciate the chorus, Farther Along and remember number three line so I thought it would be good just to send you the whole song. It is suppose to reminds us that all is not lost when you keep trusting God. So you all have a Merry Christmas!!!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Afflictions of Righteous
Psalm 34:19a
"Many are the afflictions of the righteous ..."
The word, affliction means something that causes pain or unhappiness. The word, afflict means to cause suffering or not very happy about something.
You know something? God already noticed our afflictions. It is not that He doesn't care about our afflictions. Even though God promised blessing and prosperity (success) for those who obeyed His Word yet "a righteous man may have many troubles" (Psalm 34:19 niv).
We don't always understand why we are going through this, but one thing God promised, "but the Lord delivereth him (you) out of them all" (Psalm 4:19b). God always has a purpose so when the time is right, He will deliver us either in this life on earth or in heaven. Trust Him!
I watched Trinity Broadcasting Network and I was surprised to see the Billy Graham classic film of Johnny Cash and his wife June Carter Cash. They were singing a very old song, "Farther Along." The words mean "Some Day." They sang all verses and it was long so I chose chorus. If you want all verses, I would use another compose for song itself later.
Chorus:
Farther along (some day)we'll know all about it,
Farther along (some day) we'll understand why;
Cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine,
We'll understand it all by and by.
(Rev. W. B. Stevens, 1937)
May the Lord comforts you today!
"Many are the afflictions of the righteous ..."
The word, affliction means something that causes pain or unhappiness. The word, afflict means to cause suffering or not very happy about something.
You know something? God already noticed our afflictions. It is not that He doesn't care about our afflictions. Even though God promised blessing and prosperity (success) for those who obeyed His Word yet "a righteous man may have many troubles" (Psalm 34:19 niv).
We don't always understand why we are going through this, but one thing God promised, "but the Lord delivereth him (you) out of them all" (Psalm 4:19b). God always has a purpose so when the time is right, He will deliver us either in this life on earth or in heaven. Trust Him!
I watched Trinity Broadcasting Network and I was surprised to see the Billy Graham classic film of Johnny Cash and his wife June Carter Cash. They were singing a very old song, "Farther Along." The words mean "Some Day." They sang all verses and it was long so I chose chorus. If you want all verses, I would use another compose for song itself later.
Chorus:
Farther along (some day)we'll know all about it,
Farther along (some day) we'll understand why;
Cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine,
We'll understand it all by and by.
(Rev. W. B. Stevens, 1937)
May the Lord comforts you today!
Monday, December 20, 2010
True Spirit of Christmas!
Dorothy: I thought this was good to share with you, a message about a true spirit of Christmas from Dean Hardy.
As I prepare for my Christmas message this devotional (Dec 17 Bread Box) reminds me of another 'sad time' the people of God went thru. Isaiah wrote, "But those who have suffered will no longer be in pain. The territories of Zebulun & Naphtali in Galilee were once hated. But this land of the Gentiles across the Jordan River & along the Mediterranean Sea will be greatly respected. Those who walked in the dark have seen a bright light. And it shines upon everyone who lives in the land of darkest shadows. Our LORD, you have made your nation stronger. Because of you, its people are glad & celebrate like workers at harvest time or like soldiers dividing up what they have taken" Isaiah 9:1-3 CEV.
This of course is followed by that famous passage of Scripture predicting the coming of the Messiah, the real reason we celebrate this season ... "For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, & the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of His government & peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne & over His kingdom, establishing & upholding it with justice & righteousness from that time on & forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this" Isaiah 9:6-7 NIV.
When I struggle in this season it is because I'm focused on the tinsel, lights & gifts that dominate this season. As long as we stay focused on Him--the real reason, we always have great reason to rejoice.
Serving the Master together,
Dean Hardy
As I prepare for my Christmas message this devotional (Dec 17 Bread Box) reminds me of another 'sad time' the people of God went thru. Isaiah wrote, "But those who have suffered will no longer be in pain. The territories of Zebulun & Naphtali in Galilee were once hated. But this land of the Gentiles across the Jordan River & along the Mediterranean Sea will be greatly respected. Those who walked in the dark have seen a bright light. And it shines upon everyone who lives in the land of darkest shadows. Our LORD, you have made your nation stronger. Because of you, its people are glad & celebrate like workers at harvest time or like soldiers dividing up what they have taken" Isaiah 9:1-3 CEV.
This of course is followed by that famous passage of Scripture predicting the coming of the Messiah, the real reason we celebrate this season ... "For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, & the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of His government & peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne & over His kingdom, establishing & upholding it with justice & righteousness from that time on & forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this" Isaiah 9:6-7 NIV.
When I struggle in this season it is because I'm focused on the tinsel, lights & gifts that dominate this season. As long as we stay focused on Him--the real reason, we always have great reason to rejoice.
Serving the Master together,
Dean Hardy
Friday, December 17, 2010
The Lord Upholds!
Psalm 145:14
"The Lord upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all those that bowed down" - KJV. "Yahweh is ready to uphold all who are falling. And to raise all who are laid prostrate" - Rhm. "The Lord sustains all those who fall; He lifts up those who are prostrate with grief" - Har.
The word, uphold means to give support to and to lift up. Raise up means to increase the strength; to move from a lower to a higher place or position. Prostrate is an interesting word. Dictionary meaning 1: stretched out with the face on the ground 2: completely overcome or exhausted (prostrate with grief, something or someone we lost). The word, fall interest me to check the meaning. Fall has many meanings. I will focus on "feeling low." To come down or to drop oneself to a lower position. Sounds like what we had before was gone and one become "lost in feeling."
I chatted with a friend on VP and we discussed holiday's "lowly feelings." I was watching a Christmas Story, a movie about a man who said, "The saddest part of Christmas is December 26. People can't wait for holidays to be over with and when Dec 26 came, it was a sad day. It is important to enjoy every moment that you have so when Dec 26 comes, you would have already appreciate what you have." A friend added that on December 26 was the highest rate of suicide. It is when a person just could not handle the "lost" of something on Dec. 26th.
Is there any wonder that we need to remember that God is aware of this? God wants us to know .... that ... Psalm 145:14 gives a clear picture of God Himself is touched when you are falling. He reach down to pick you up and hold you into His loving arms. So give God a moment of your time to lift you up today!
PS. A good time to pray for God to protect many who might attempts suicide on Dec 26 and intercession moment of time to stop them. Pray that they turn to Heavenly Father's loving arms holding them and to save them from being lost souls.
"The Lord upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all those that bowed down" - KJV. "Yahweh is ready to uphold all who are falling. And to raise all who are laid prostrate" - Rhm. "The Lord sustains all those who fall; He lifts up those who are prostrate with grief" - Har.
The word, uphold means to give support to and to lift up. Raise up means to increase the strength; to move from a lower to a higher place or position. Prostrate is an interesting word. Dictionary meaning 1: stretched out with the face on the ground 2: completely overcome or exhausted (prostrate with grief, something or someone we lost). The word, fall interest me to check the meaning. Fall has many meanings. I will focus on "feeling low." To come down or to drop oneself to a lower position. Sounds like what we had before was gone and one become "lost in feeling."
I chatted with a friend on VP and we discussed holiday's "lowly feelings." I was watching a Christmas Story, a movie about a man who said, "The saddest part of Christmas is December 26. People can't wait for holidays to be over with and when Dec 26 came, it was a sad day. It is important to enjoy every moment that you have so when Dec 26 comes, you would have already appreciate what you have." A friend added that on December 26 was the highest rate of suicide. It is when a person just could not handle the "lost" of something on Dec. 26th.
Is there any wonder that we need to remember that God is aware of this? God wants us to know .... that ... Psalm 145:14 gives a clear picture of God Himself is touched when you are falling. He reach down to pick you up and hold you into His loving arms. So give God a moment of your time to lift you up today!
PS. A good time to pray for God to protect many who might attempts suicide on Dec 26 and intercession moment of time to stop them. Pray that they turn to Heavenly Father's loving arms holding them and to save them from being lost souls.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Grace Greater
Ephesians 1:7 ncv
"In Christ we are set free by the blood of His death, and so we have forgiveness of sins. How rich is God's grace..." Bread Box for Dec 15 + 16 2010
How much is God's grace? ".. He has given to us so fully and freely" (Eph.1:8a). What is that? "That is, in Christ, He chose us ... to be His people and we bring praise to God because of His wonderful grace. God gave that grace to us freely, in Christ, the One God loves" (Eph.1:4,6). God gave His grace to us, why? "Because of His love, and it was what He wanted ... to make us His own children through Jesus Christ. And that pleased God so much" (Eph.1:5).
You know, I have come to appreciate God's grace more and more. I pray that Holy Spirit will open our hearts toward God, the wondrous of His grace. The song came to me: Grace Greater Than Our Sin.
"Marvelous grace of our living Lord,
Grace that exceeds (goes beyond) our sin and our guilt,
Yonder on Calvery's mount outpoured,
There where the blood of the Lamb was split (spill).
Chorus:
Grace... Grace... God's... grace...,
Grace that will pardon and cleanse.. within...;
Grace... Grace... God's... grace...,
Grace that is greater than all.. our sins..."
(Julia Harriette Johnson)
May the Lord gives you grace and peace today!
PS. On Dec. 15th morning, Tony and I worked cleaning the lobby of Taco Bell and the word we saw our boss signed her hands, "Blessing." She was sick with sinus, but still has to work so she was blessed to see us helping her. I called that "grace of God" upon her. It means grace is a blessing to those who don't deserve it, yet God gives help and grace in time of need. Bless God!!!!!
"In Christ we are set free by the blood of His death, and so we have forgiveness of sins. How rich is God's grace..." Bread Box for Dec 15 + 16 2010
How much is God's grace? ".. He has given to us so fully and freely" (Eph.1:8a). What is that? "That is, in Christ, He chose us ... to be His people and we bring praise to God because of His wonderful grace. God gave that grace to us freely, in Christ, the One God loves" (Eph.1:4,6). God gave His grace to us, why? "Because of His love, and it was what He wanted ... to make us His own children through Jesus Christ. And that pleased God so much" (Eph.1:5).
You know, I have come to appreciate God's grace more and more. I pray that Holy Spirit will open our hearts toward God, the wondrous of His grace. The song came to me: Grace Greater Than Our Sin.
"Marvelous grace of our living Lord,
Grace that exceeds (goes beyond) our sin and our guilt,
Yonder on Calvery's mount outpoured,
There where the blood of the Lamb was split (spill).
Chorus:
Grace... Grace... God's... grace...,
Grace that will pardon and cleanse.. within...;
Grace... Grace... God's... grace...,
Grace that is greater than all.. our sins..."
(Julia Harriette Johnson)
May the Lord gives you grace and peace today!
PS. On Dec. 15th morning, Tony and I worked cleaning the lobby of Taco Bell and the word we saw our boss signed her hands, "Blessing." She was sick with sinus, but still has to work so she was blessed to see us helping her. I called that "grace of God" upon her. It means grace is a blessing to those who don't deserve it, yet God gives help and grace in time of need. Bless God!!!!!
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Depend on God's Grace!
Proverbs 3:34b
"He giveth grace unto the lowly."
Good morning again! Right now Tony and I are going through "lowly times." And this verse tell us that we will depend on God's grace to pull us through the lowly times. Tony needs prayer for his eyes. Although he can still see without eye glasses, still can read books and Closed Captioning on TV, he has partly retina damaged according to Eye Surgical Association Doctor.
Today good news is that Tony begin his training job at Taco Bell and I will be assisting him this morning. This gives Tony hope and his health is pretty good (hopefully). I have to get him a Family Doctor to begin with. The Eye Specialist recommended Family Doctor since he thinks something in his body is causing problem to his eyes. It might be cause from surgeries around his face and near his eyes for removed skin cancer since 20 years. Who knows! He is fine now. Just keep checking!
If you are going through lowly time, remember "He (God) giveth grace unto the lowly" (Proverbs 3:34b). I pray God gives you grace and peace in Jesus' name I pray. Agreed? Amen.
Song: Wonderful Peace
Peace, peace, wonderful peace.
Coming down from the Father above.
Sweep over my spirit forever I pray,
In fathomless bellows of love.
(W.D. Cornell, altered)
"He giveth grace unto the lowly."
Good morning again! Right now Tony and I are going through "lowly times." And this verse tell us that we will depend on God's grace to pull us through the lowly times. Tony needs prayer for his eyes. Although he can still see without eye glasses, still can read books and Closed Captioning on TV, he has partly retina damaged according to Eye Surgical Association Doctor.
Today good news is that Tony begin his training job at Taco Bell and I will be assisting him this morning. This gives Tony hope and his health is pretty good (hopefully). I have to get him a Family Doctor to begin with. The Eye Specialist recommended Family Doctor since he thinks something in his body is causing problem to his eyes. It might be cause from surgeries around his face and near his eyes for removed skin cancer since 20 years. Who knows! He is fine now. Just keep checking!
If you are going through lowly time, remember "He (God) giveth grace unto the lowly" (Proverbs 3:34b). I pray God gives you grace and peace in Jesus' name I pray. Agreed? Amen.
Song: Wonderful Peace
Peace, peace, wonderful peace.
Coming down from the Father above.
Sweep over my spirit forever I pray,
In fathomless bellows of love.
(W.D. Cornell, altered)
Monday, December 13, 2010
Wonderfully Made
Psalm 139:14 kjv
"I will praise thee (God); for I am fearfully (amazing) and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy (God's) works ..."
Have you ever look at yourself and say, "I am not happy with the way I look?" What does God's Word have to say about that? NVC: David said, "You made my whole being; you formed me in my mother's body. I praise You because You made me in an amazing and wonderful way. What You have done is wonderful. I (David) know this well" (Psalm 139:13-14).
When Samuel, the prophet came to Jesse to call out his seven sons because God told Samuel that one of Jesse's son would be a chosen King of Israel. All sons were lined up and Samuel went one by one. Samuel was sure it would be one of them because they looked so handsome, maybe tall and maybe well-built bodies. But God told Samuel, it was not them.
He asked the father, Jesse if he had any more sons. "Ahh yes, David was out in the field with his sheep." Jesse thought, "No! He's short, too young, and not perfect to be a future King." Then David was brought in and Samuel looked over at David, "Lord? David?" God spoke to Samuel, "I do not look at the outward appearance of men. I look at the heart. I have chosen David" (1 Sam.16:7-13).
No wonder David quoted "I praise You (God) because You made me in an amazing and wonderful way." So God is looking inside your heart. Your heart toward God is more important than your appearance. So let's thank Him for what we are and let our heart love God today!
Song: He Looked Beyond My Fault
Amazing grace will always be my song of praise,
For it was grace that bought my liberty;
I do not know just why He came to love me so,
He looked beyond my fault and saw my need.
I shall forever lift my eyes to Calvary.
To view the cross where Jesus died for me;
How marvelous the grace that caught my falling soul!
He looked beyond my fault and saw my need.
(Dottie Rambo, Country Songs)
"I will praise thee (God); for I am fearfully (amazing) and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy (God's) works ..."
Have you ever look at yourself and say, "I am not happy with the way I look?" What does God's Word have to say about that? NVC: David said, "You made my whole being; you formed me in my mother's body. I praise You because You made me in an amazing and wonderful way. What You have done is wonderful. I (David) know this well" (Psalm 139:13-14).
When Samuel, the prophet came to Jesse to call out his seven sons because God told Samuel that one of Jesse's son would be a chosen King of Israel. All sons were lined up and Samuel went one by one. Samuel was sure it would be one of them because they looked so handsome, maybe tall and maybe well-built bodies. But God told Samuel, it was not them.
He asked the father, Jesse if he had any more sons. "Ahh yes, David was out in the field with his sheep." Jesse thought, "No! He's short, too young, and not perfect to be a future King." Then David was brought in and Samuel looked over at David, "Lord? David?" God spoke to Samuel, "I do not look at the outward appearance of men. I look at the heart. I have chosen David" (1 Sam.16:7-13).
No wonder David quoted "I praise You (God) because You made me in an amazing and wonderful way." So God is looking inside your heart. Your heart toward God is more important than your appearance. So let's thank Him for what we are and let our heart love God today!
Song: He Looked Beyond My Fault
Amazing grace will always be my song of praise,
For it was grace that bought my liberty;
I do not know just why He came to love me so,
He looked beyond my fault and saw my need.
I shall forever lift my eyes to Calvary.
To view the cross where Jesus died for me;
How marvelous the grace that caught my falling soul!
He looked beyond my fault and saw my need.
(Dottie Rambo, Country Songs)
Friday, December 10, 2010
Justified By Faith
Romans 5:1 "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God."
What does being justified by faith really mean? NCV says, "Since we have been made right with God by our faith, we have peace with God."
How did that happen? "This happened through our Lord Jesus Christ, who has brought us into that blessing of God's grace that we now enjoy. And we are happy because of the hope we have sharing God's glory" (Romans 5:1b-2).
So that means we will be free from all the troubles? "We also have joy with our troubles, because we know that these troubles produce patience. And patience produces character, and character produces hope. And this hope will never disappoint us, because God has poured out His love to fill our hearts. He gave His love through the Holy Spirit, whom God has given us" (Romans 5:3-5).
Justified means to prove or show to be just, right, legal, or reasonable 2: to release from guilt of sin (Merriam-Webster).
Being justified is like, just as if I had never sinned before. So let us be thankful that Jesus' blood washed us and His blood cover us and all God sees is our faith in Him. So trust God today!
Chorus: At the Cross
At the cross, at the cross
Where I first saw the light,
And the burden of my heart rolled away,
It was there by faith
I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!
(Isaac Watts, Melodies of Praise)
What does being justified by faith really mean? NCV says, "Since we have been made right with God by our faith, we have peace with God."
How did that happen? "This happened through our Lord Jesus Christ, who has brought us into that blessing of God's grace that we now enjoy. And we are happy because of the hope we have sharing God's glory" (Romans 5:1b-2).
So that means we will be free from all the troubles? "We also have joy with our troubles, because we know that these troubles produce patience. And patience produces character, and character produces hope. And this hope will never disappoint us, because God has poured out His love to fill our hearts. He gave His love through the Holy Spirit, whom God has given us" (Romans 5:3-5).
Justified means to prove or show to be just, right, legal, or reasonable 2: to release from guilt of sin (Merriam-Webster).
Being justified is like, just as if I had never sinned before. So let us be thankful that Jesus' blood washed us and His blood cover us and all God sees is our faith in Him. So trust God today!
Chorus: At the Cross
At the cross, at the cross
Where I first saw the light,
And the burden of my heart rolled away,
It was there by faith
I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!
(Isaac Watts, Melodies of Praise)
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Ask God for Wisdom!
James 1:5 NCV
"But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous and enjoys giving to all people, so He will give you wisdom."
Do you need wisdom? Ask God. He is happy to give you wisdom. James 1:6 says, "But when you ask God, you must believe and not doubt."
What does a person looks like when he doubts? James 1:6b says, "Anyone who doubts is like a wave in the sea, blown up and down by the wind."
It also sounds like roller coasters, ride goes way up and then goes way down. "Such (that kind of) doubters are thinking two different things at the same time, and they cannot decide about anything they do. They should not think they will receive anything from the Lord" (James 1:7-8 NCV).
Wow! So it is so important to trust God completely today! Don't doubt Him!
Song: I Believe God
I believe God .. I believe God..!
Ask what you need
And it shall be done ..
Trust and obey ..
believe Him and say ..
'I believe, I believe God' ....
(Song Collections)
"But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous and enjoys giving to all people, so He will give you wisdom."
Do you need wisdom? Ask God. He is happy to give you wisdom. James 1:6 says, "But when you ask God, you must believe and not doubt."
What does a person looks like when he doubts? James 1:6b says, "Anyone who doubts is like a wave in the sea, blown up and down by the wind."
It also sounds like roller coasters, ride goes way up and then goes way down. "Such (that kind of) doubters are thinking two different things at the same time, and they cannot decide about anything they do. They should not think they will receive anything from the Lord" (James 1:7-8 NCV).
Wow! So it is so important to trust God completely today! Don't doubt Him!
Song: I Believe God
I believe God .. I believe God..!
Ask what you need
And it shall be done ..
Trust and obey ..
believe Him and say ..
'I believe, I believe God' ....
(Song Collections)
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Abide with Me
"If you abide in My word (hold fast to My teachings and live accordance with them), you are truly My disciples." (John 8:31 Amplified Bible).
Jesus instructs us to abide in the Word of God. When we abide in God's Word, we fill our minds and hearts with Scripture each day until this Scripture comes alive deep down inside of us. The Word of God is spiritually alive. Our Father wants the power and the truth of His Word to explode on the inside of us. We are truly Jesus' disciples if we fill our minds and hearts with the Word of God, obey God's teachings and believe His promises.
Song: Abide with Me
1. Abide with me: fast fall the even-tide; (trouble time) . . .
The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide! . . .
When other helpers fail and comforts flee, . . .
Help of the helpless, O a-bide .. with .. me . . . .
(Henry Francis Lyte, Sing His Praise
The song, 'Abide with Me' inspires me to sing whenever I sense the danger or dark time, I like the words, abide with me. When there is no help or comforts, Jesus is my Help and He will abide with me. This is good especially during the busy holidays.
Jesus instructs us to abide in the Word of God. When we abide in God's Word, we fill our minds and hearts with Scripture each day until this Scripture comes alive deep down inside of us. The Word of God is spiritually alive. Our Father wants the power and the truth of His Word to explode on the inside of us. We are truly Jesus' disciples if we fill our minds and hearts with the Word of God, obey God's teachings and believe His promises.
Song: Abide with Me
1. Abide with me: fast fall the even-tide; (trouble time) . . .
The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide! . . .
When other helpers fail and comforts flee, . . .
Help of the helpless, O a-bide .. with .. me . . . .
(Henry Francis Lyte, Sing His Praise
The song, 'Abide with Me' inspires me to sing whenever I sense the danger or dark time, I like the words, abide with me. When there is no help or comforts, Jesus is my Help and He will abide with me. This is good especially during the busy holidays.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Don't Give Up
Luke 18:1
KJV: “Men ought always to pray, and not to faint.”
NIV: “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” I like the title from NIV “The Parable of the Persistent Widow.” The word, persistent means continuing, or acting for a long time or longer than usual time. 2: stubbornly determined (Merriam-Webster). (Suggest reading Luke 18:1-8).
I read part from page 130 from “Heaven Is So Real” by Choo Thomas, the quote impressed me. Jesus said to Choo Thomas, “I love persistent children. People’s persistence proves their faithfulness, and by this I know that they believe I hold the answers to all their prayers.”
This statement from Jesus should encourage us to walk in the Word of God, to live according to the Word of God, to pray according to His principle and to believe all His promises for our needs and for our healing powers. We are encouraged to believe that “God’s way is perfect; the word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him” (Ps. 18:30).
Song: Let the Lord Have His Way
Let the Lord have His way
In your life every day.
There’s no rest, there’s no peace
‘Til the Lord has His way;
Place your life in His hand
Feel secure in His plan
Let the Lord . .
Let the Lord have His way.
(Inspiring Choruses)
So let us trust the Lord today!
KJV: “Men ought always to pray, and not to faint.”
NIV: “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” I like the title from NIV “The Parable of the Persistent Widow.” The word, persistent means continuing, or acting for a long time or longer than usual time. 2: stubbornly determined (Merriam-Webster). (Suggest reading Luke 18:1-8).
I read part from page 130 from “Heaven Is So Real” by Choo Thomas, the quote impressed me. Jesus said to Choo Thomas, “I love persistent children. People’s persistence proves their faithfulness, and by this I know that they believe I hold the answers to all their prayers.”
This statement from Jesus should encourage us to walk in the Word of God, to live according to the Word of God, to pray according to His principle and to believe all His promises for our needs and for our healing powers. We are encouraged to believe that “God’s way is perfect; the word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him” (Ps. 18:30).
Song: Let the Lord Have His Way
Let the Lord have His way
In your life every day.
There’s no rest, there’s no peace
‘Til the Lord has His way;
Place your life in His hand
Feel secure in His plan
Let the Lord . .
Let the Lord have His way.
(Inspiring Choruses)
So let us trust the Lord today!
Monday, December 6, 2010
The Stars Comes Out!
Isaiah 58:9a
“Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shall cry and He shall say, Here I am.”
It was said that the month of December was the darkest month of the year and the sun was the farthest and the winter was the coldest. When you are out in the wide field where there is no electricity, it is very dark. So what happen when it gets dark? You look up, “THE STARS COMES OUT.”
Are you going through some dark time? God, our Creator is like that stars that come out and saying to you that He is here. Oh, He is here. Believe it!
Song: In the Garden
2. He speaks, and the sound of His voice
Is so sweet the birds hush their singing;
And the melody that He gave to me
Within my heart is ringing.
Chorus: And He walks with me,
and He talks with me,
And He tells me I am His own,
And the joy we share as we tarry there,
None other has ever known.
(C. Austin Miles, Sing His Praise)
Prayer: Thank you, heavenly Father, for Your plan of prayer. I am glad You want me to keep in close touch with You. When I call, I believe You will answer. When I cry, You will be here. Oh, thank you Father in Jesus’ name I pray. Amen!
So trust your Heavenly Father to be here for you!
“Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shall cry and He shall say, Here I am.”
It was said that the month of December was the darkest month of the year and the sun was the farthest and the winter was the coldest. When you are out in the wide field where there is no electricity, it is very dark. So what happen when it gets dark? You look up, “THE STARS COMES OUT.”
Are you going through some dark time? God, our Creator is like that stars that come out and saying to you that He is here. Oh, He is here. Believe it!
Song: In the Garden
2. He speaks, and the sound of His voice
Is so sweet the birds hush their singing;
And the melody that He gave to me
Within my heart is ringing.
Chorus: And He walks with me,
and He talks with me,
And He tells me I am His own,
And the joy we share as we tarry there,
None other has ever known.
(C. Austin Miles, Sing His Praise)
Prayer: Thank you, heavenly Father, for Your plan of prayer. I am glad You want me to keep in close touch with You. When I call, I believe You will answer. When I cry, You will be here. Oh, thank you Father in Jesus’ name I pray. Amen!
So trust your Heavenly Father to be here for you!
Saturday, December 4, 2010
In That Day
Isaiah 29:18
"And in that said shall the deaf hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness."
One day, Christian deaf will hear. It is a hard to live in a hearing
world, trying to read lips and not understanding. One day, the Lord will change all that. One night a deaf foster daughter asked Ted, "Why
doesn't someone write a poem or song for the deaf"? Her question
remained with Ted so Ted wrote a poem, "I cannot hear." It has been greatly used of the deaf.
I cannot hear now in this life, I cannot hear,
One day I will for Jesus cares.
I cannot hear the birds that sing,
I cannot hear the bells that ring,
I have never heard a baby cry,
I have to brush tears from my eye.
For in this life I cannot hear,
One day I will for Jesus cares.
I thank My God that He saved me.
I may be deaf but I’ve been made free.
I have God's word in Heaven I'll be,
With Him for all eternity.
There I will praise the Lord and sing,
There I will hear the bells that ring,
My deafness will be gone forever more,
I'll sing with Him, my Lord adore.
I will sing with angels and happy be,
With Christ my Lord through eternity,
For in this I cannot hear,
One day I will, for Jesus cares!
By Ted Camp
Thank you Cheryl Bache for this article.
"And in that said shall the deaf hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness."
One day, Christian deaf will hear. It is a hard to live in a hearing
world, trying to read lips and not understanding. One day, the Lord will change all that. One night a deaf foster daughter asked Ted, "Why
doesn't someone write a poem or song for the deaf"? Her question
remained with Ted so Ted wrote a poem, "I cannot hear." It has been greatly used of the deaf.
I cannot hear now in this life, I cannot hear,
One day I will for Jesus cares.
I cannot hear the birds that sing,
I cannot hear the bells that ring,
I have never heard a baby cry,
I have to brush tears from my eye.
For in this life I cannot hear,
One day I will for Jesus cares.
I thank My God that He saved me.
I may be deaf but I’ve been made free.
I have God's word in Heaven I'll be,
With Him for all eternity.
There I will praise the Lord and sing,
There I will hear the bells that ring,
My deafness will be gone forever more,
I'll sing with Him, my Lord adore.
I will sing with angels and happy be,
With Christ my Lord through eternity,
For in this I cannot hear,
One day I will, for Jesus cares!
By Ted Camp
Thank you Cheryl Bache for this article.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Beautify the Meek
Psalm 149:4 For the Lord taketh pleasure in His people: He will beautify the meek with salvation (KJV).
NIV: For the Lord takes delight in His people; He crowns the humble with salvation.
RSV: For the Lord takes pleasure in His peoples; He adorns the humble with victory.
NAB: For the Lord loves His people, and He adorns the lowly with victory.
Jerus: For Yahweh has been kind to His people, conferring victory on us who are weak.
Doesn’t that make you feel honor that God takes pleasure in us since we are His people? He even will make us more beautiful. The word, adorn is to enhance the appearance of with ornaments (Merriam-Webster). This reminds me of the “Glory of the Lord” clothes us with honor and praise. Psalm 149:5 says: “Let the saints rejoice in this honor and sing for joy on their beds” (NIV).
Song: Something Beautiful
Something Beautiful, Something good
All my confusion He understood;
All I had to offer Him was brokenness and strife,
But He made something beautiful of my life.
(Williams Gaither, Country Song Book)
May the Lord beautify your life with victory! Believe it!
NIV: For the Lord takes delight in His people; He crowns the humble with salvation.
RSV: For the Lord takes pleasure in His peoples; He adorns the humble with victory.
NAB: For the Lord loves His people, and He adorns the lowly with victory.
Jerus: For Yahweh has been kind to His people, conferring victory on us who are weak.
Doesn’t that make you feel honor that God takes pleasure in us since we are His people? He even will make us more beautiful. The word, adorn is to enhance the appearance of with ornaments (Merriam-Webster). This reminds me of the “Glory of the Lord” clothes us with honor and praise. Psalm 149:5 says: “Let the saints rejoice in this honor and sing for joy on their beds” (NIV).
Song: Something Beautiful
Something Beautiful, Something good
All my confusion He understood;
All I had to offer Him was brokenness and strife,
But He made something beautiful of my life.
(Williams Gaither, Country Song Book)
May the Lord beautify your life with victory! Believe it!
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Let Go and Let God
Isaiah 48:17 "I am the Lord your God, who teaches you to do what is good, who leads you in the way you should go" (NCV).
Are you confused what to do? Let the Lord show you what to do? God said, "If you had obeyed Me, you would have had peace like a full-flowing river. Good things would have flowed to you like the waves of the sea" (Is.48:18)
Song: Let Go and Let God
Let go and Let God have His wonderful way,
Let go and let God have His way;
Your burdens will vanish,
your night turn to day:
Let go and let God have His way.
(Inspiring Choruses)
Both hands sign “chain” and then spread out to “five” as to let go or loosen up. Don't tense up. Loosen up from confusion and tension. Let God relax you and you will think better.
So trust the Lord today!
Are you confused what to do? Let the Lord show you what to do? God said, "If you had obeyed Me, you would have had peace like a full-flowing river. Good things would have flowed to you like the waves of the sea" (Is.48:18)
Song: Let Go and Let God
Let go and Let God have His wonderful way,
Let go and let God have His way;
Your burdens will vanish,
your night turn to day:
Let go and let God have His way.
(Inspiring Choruses)
Both hands sign “chain” and then spread out to “five” as to let go or loosen up. Don't tense up. Loosen up from confusion and tension. Let God relax you and you will think better.
So trust the Lord today!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Keep Me True!
Happy December First!
2 Cor. 12:9 "My grace is sufficient for you" (NIV).
The word, sufficient means enough to reach a goal and fill a need. That means whatever you are going through right now you still have a goal to reach to. If you have a need God will see to it that you get that need met. All we need to remember that His grace will help you overcome all temptations. Maybe one of the temptations would be "feeling like giving up hope?"
Remember the "12 gates were 12 pearls; every several gate was of one pearl: and the street of city were pure gold ..." (Rev 21:21). Do you really want to give up all that hope we have? Pearl stands for suffering Christians. He knows you suffer. Pearl respresent our suffering on earth. You deserve it. That's why God is looking forward to reward you richly.
Song: Keep Me True
Keep me true, Lord Jesus, Keep me true;
Keep me true, Lord Jesus, keep me true;
There's a race that I must run,
There are vict'ries (victory) to be won.
Give me power, every hour, to be true.
(Inspiring Chorus)
So trust God today!
2 Cor. 12:9 "My grace is sufficient for you" (NIV).
The word, sufficient means enough to reach a goal and fill a need. That means whatever you are going through right now you still have a goal to reach to. If you have a need God will see to it that you get that need met. All we need to remember that His grace will help you overcome all temptations. Maybe one of the temptations would be "feeling like giving up hope?"
Remember the "12 gates were 12 pearls; every several gate was of one pearl: and the street of city were pure gold ..." (Rev 21:21). Do you really want to give up all that hope we have? Pearl stands for suffering Christians. He knows you suffer. Pearl respresent our suffering on earth. You deserve it. That's why God is looking forward to reward you richly.
Song: Keep Me True
Keep me true, Lord Jesus, Keep me true;
Keep me true, Lord Jesus, keep me true;
There's a race that I must run,
There are vict'ries (victory) to be won.
Give me power, every hour, to be true.
(Inspiring Chorus)
So trust God today!
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