God's Minute

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8/22
RETURN TO THE LORD YOUR GOD, FOR HE IS Good
GRACIOUS AND COMPASSIONATE, SLOW TO ANGER
AND ABOUNDING IN LOVE.
( JOEL 2:13 *NIV )

There are times when our faith runs thin and we may
even find ourselves walking far from God. When that
happens Dear One, it is because we moved away from
Him, not because He moved away from us.

Now if that happens to you remember it is written:
BUT IF FROM THERE YOU SEEK THE LORD YOUR
GOD, YOU WILL FIND HIM IF YOU LOOK FOR HIM
WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR
SOUL. ( DEUTERONOMY 4:29 )

After all, our Heavenly Father is always there with open
arms to welcome us back, and His love for us can never
be shaken. For it is written: THOUGH THE MOUNTAINS
BE SHAKEN AND THE HILLS REMOVED, YET MY
UNFAILING LOVE FOR YOU WILL NOT BE SHAKEN
NOR MY COVENANT OF PEACE BE REMOVED,
SAYS THE LORD, WHO HAS COMPASSION ON
YOU. ( ISAIAH 54:10 )

So, if you find yourself walking far from
God remember that your return trip back to Him starts
with a prayer, and with all of your love. Then soon you
will again be saying, "I WALK BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT."
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 ) and feeling that closeness to
God once again! Amen.

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8/23

AND HE TOOK THE CHILDREN IN HIS ARMS, PUT HIS HANDS
ON THEM AND BLESSED THEM.
( MARK 10:16 *NIV )

Indeed, Jesus loves little children for they believe in those they
trust with all their hearts. They have an open mind and are eager
to learn and believe all that they can. Jesus even said that adults
should believe in Him with the same childlike faith. After all Jesus
said: "ASSUREDLY, I SAY TO YOU, WHOEVER DOES NOT
RECEIVE THE KINGDOM OF GOD AS A LITTLE CHILD WILL BY
NO MEANS ENTER IT." ( MARK 10:15 )

So I am sure that He won't mind if I share the following message
with you. I received it from one of our Sister's-In-Christ this week,
and I hope that you will enjoy it as much as I. For out of the mouths
of babe's, sometimes comes true wisdom indeed!

A Shortened Version of 23rd Psalm

In his beautiful book, "I Shall Not Want," Robert Ketchum tells
of a Sunday School teacher who asked her group of children if
anyone could quote the entire 23rd Psalm. A golden-haired, four-
and-a-half-year-old girl was among those who raised their hands.
A bit skeptical, the teacher asked if she could really quote the
entire Psalm. The little girl came to the front of the room, faced the
class, made a perky little bow, and said,
"The Lord is my shepherd, that's all I want."

She bowed again and went and sat down.

Now, that may very well be the greatest interpretation
of the 23rd Psalm ever heard. Amen.

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8/24

THE GRASS WITHERS AND THE FLOWERS FALL, BUT
THE WORD OF OUR GOD STANDS FOREVER.
( ISAIAH 40:8 *NIV )

Now it is important to remember that GOD is in
Control in these uncertain times, just as HE has been
from the very beginning!

After all: IN THE BEGINNING GOD CREATED THE
HEAVENS AND THE EARTH. ( GENESIS 1:1 ) HE
COVERS THE SKY WITH CLOUDS HE SUPPLIES THE
EARTH WITH RAIN AND MAKES THE GRASS GROW
ON THE HILLS. ( PSALM 147:8 )

Also, HE DETERMINES THE NUMBER OF STARS
AND CALLS THEM BY NAME. GREAT IS OUR LORD
AND MIGHTY IN POWER; HIS UNDERSTANDING HAS
NO LIMIT. ( PSALM 147:4-5 )

Therefore, no matter what problems you
may face, know that GOD is always with you. So: BE
STRONG AND COURAGEOUS. DO NOT BE AFRAID
OR TERRIFIED BECAUSE OF THEM, FOR THE LORD
YOUR GOD GOES WITH YOU; HE WILL NEVER
LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU. ( DEUT 31:6 )
FOR THE EYES OF THE LORD ARE ON THE
RIGHTEOUS AND HIS EARS ARE ATTENTIVE TO
THEIR PRAYERS, BUT THE FACE OF THE LORD IS
AGAINST THOSE WHO DO EVIL. ( 1 PETER 3:12 )

So no matter what may happen now or in the future,
know that your Heavenly Father is in complete control.
FOR THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE EARTH ARE THE
LORD'S; UPON THEM HE HAS SET THE WORLD. HE
WILL GUARD THE FEET OF HIS SAINTS, BUT THE
WICKED WILL BE SILENCED IN DARKNESS. Amen.
( 1 SAMUEL 2:8-9 )

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8/25

"HE WHO SITS IN THE HEAVENS SHALL LAUGH."
( PSALM 2:4 *NKJV )

Now I know that I am using this verse totally
out of context, but our Heavenly Father truly has
a sense of humor! So sit back, relax and enjoy
the Bloopers actually found in Church Bulletins!

The outreach committee has enlisted 25 visitors to
make calls on people who are not "afflicted" with
any church.

The Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday
morning at 10. All ladies are invited to lunch in the
Fellowship Hall after the B.S. is done.

Evening massage - 6 p.m.

The Pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the
congregation would lend him their electric "girdles" for
the pancake breakfast next Sunday morning.

The audience is asked to remain seated until the end
of the recession.

Ushers will eat latecomers

For those of you who have children and don't know it,
we have a nursery downstairs.

The Rev. Merriwether spoke briefly, much to the
delight of the audience.

Due to the Rector's illness, Wednesday's healing
services will be discontinued until further notice.

Next Sunday Mrs. Vinson will be soloist for the
morning service. The pastor will then speak on "It's a
Terrible Experience."

Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our
church and community.

Today's Sermon: HOW MUCH CAN A MAN DRINK?
With hymns from a full choir.

Potluck supper: prayer and medication to follow.

Don't let worry kill you off - let the church help.

The 2007 Spring Council Retreat will be "hell" May 10
and 11.

Pastor is on vacation. "Massages" can be given to
church secretary.

8 new choir robes are currently needed due to the
addition of several new members and to the
deterioration of some older ones.

The pastor will preach his farewell message, after
which the choir will sing, "Break Forth Into Joy."

The third verse of Blessed Assurance will be sung
without musical accomplishment.

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8/26

AS FOR GOD, HIS WAY IS PERFECT; THE WORD OF THE
LORD IS PROVEN; HE IS A SHIELD TO ALL WHO TRUST
IN HIM.
( PSALM 18:30 *NKJV )

Now as David said: YOUR WORD IS A LAMP TO MY
FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH. For; THE WORD OF
THE LORD IS RIGHT, AND ALL HIS WORK IS DONE IN
TRUTH. ( PSALMS 119:105 & 33:4 )

After all it is written: FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING
AND POWERFUL, AND SHARPER THAN A TWO-EDGED
SWORD. ( HEBREWS 4:12 )

Therefore , today we will take a look at some very
interesting facts about God's Letter to us, The Holy Bible!

What is the shortest chapter in the Bible?
Answer - Psalms 117; with only 2 verses!

What is the longest chapter in the Bible?
Answer - Psalms 119; with 176 verses!

Which chapter is in the center of the Bible?
Answer - Psalms 118

There are 594 chapters before Psalms 118.

There are 594 chapters after Psalms 118.

Add up the 594 plus 594, and you get 1188.

Now what is the center verse in the Bible?
Answer - Psalms 118:8

IT IS BETTER TO TRUST IN THE LORD THAN TO PUT
CONFIDENCE IN MAN. ( PSALM 118:8 )

Now I ask you, does this verse say something significant
about God's perfect will for our lives? Well yes, indeed it
does!

So the next time someone says they would like to find
God's perfect will for their lives, or that they want to be in the
center of His will, just send them to the center of His Holy
Word, for the answer will be found there!

Now, isn't it amazing how this worked out? ( Well
actually not at all, for God is in the center of it, and His
Word is alive as well! , and Ministers to us every time we
read it! ) Amen.

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8/27

DO NOT FEAR, FOR I AM WITH YOU; DO NOT BE
DISMAYED, FOR I AM YOUR GOD. I WILL STRENGTHEN
YOU AND HELP YOU; I WILL UPHOLD YOU WITH MY
RIGHTEOUS RIGHT HAND.
( ISAIAH 41:10 *NIV )

There are times when we my feel very far from our Heavenly
Father. Times when we may even wonder if He even knows
we exist. So today we will take a look at just how well God
knows each and every one of His Children, and how very
important we all are to Him!

Let us begin with the words of King David: O LORD, YOU
HAVE SEARCHED ME AND KNOW ME. YOU KNOW
WHEN I SIT AND WHEN I RISE; YOU PERCEIVE MY
THOUGHTS FROM AFAR. ( PSALM 139:1 & 2 *NIV )
So we may not want others to know us very well, but God
already knows everything about us. For: EVEN THE VERY
HAIRS OF YOUR HEAD ARE ALL NUMBERED.
( MATTHEW 10:30 )

YOU DISCERN MY GOING OUT AND MY LYING DOWN;
YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL MY WAYS. (PSALM 139:3)
For it is also written: DOES HE NOT SEE MY WAYS AND
COUNT MY EVERY STEP? ( JOB 31:4 ) And even:
BEFORE A WORD IS ON MY TONGUE YOU KNOW IT
COMPLETELY, O LORD. ( PSALM 139:4 )

The Apostle Paul wrote, NOTHING IN ALL CREATION IS
HIDDEN FROM GOD'S SIGHT. EVERYTHING IS
UNCOVERED AND LAID BARE BEFORE THE EYES OF
HIM. ( HEBREWS 4:13 )

It is also written, FOR YOU CREATED MY INMOST
BEING; YOU KNIT ME TOGETHER IN MY MOTHER'S
WOMB. ( PSALM 139:13 ) MY FRAME WAS NOT HIDDEN
FROM YOU WHEN I WAS MADE IN THE SECRET PLACE
. YOUR EYES SAW MY UNFORMED BODY. ALL THE
DAYS ORDAINED FOR ME WERE WRITTEN IN YOUR
BOOK BEFORE ONE OF THEM CAME TO BE.
( PSALM 139:15 & 16 )

Now you know how intimately God knows you, and you
may know Him intimately as well by reading His Letter To
You! ( The Bible ) Amen.

Have a wonderful week, and know that God Loves
You Dearly, for you are His Child and He smiles every time
He thinks about You!

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8/28

HE WHO HEEDS THE WORD WISELY WILL FIND GOOD,
AND WHOEVER TRUSTS IN THE LORD, HAPPY IS HE.
( PROVERBS 16:20 *NKJV )

Do not let the enemy still your joy and leave you downcast!
Instead enjoy what God has given you, for HAPPY ARE THE
PEOPLE WHO ARE IN SUCH A STATE; HAPPY ARE THE
PEOPLE WHOSE GOD IS THE LORD! ( PSALM 144:15 )

Now when we have negative thoughts it draws negative
results into our lives. Likewise, when we think positive
thoughts we draw positive results in as well!

After all when we are downcast it brings on depression,
worry and anxiety. All of those things are known to cause
health problems. So always think positive for: A MERRY
HEART DOES GOOD, LIKE MEDICINE, BUT A BROKEN
SPIRIT DRIES THE BONES. ( PROVERBS 17:22 )

Now I know that, MANY ARE THE AFFLICTIONS OF THE
RIGHTEOUS, BUT THE LORD DELIVERS HIM OUT OF
THEM ALL. ( Psalm 34:19 ) So again, do not let the
enemy steal your joy each day. For you know that:
YOUR ADVERSARY THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE
A ROARING LION, SEEKING WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR.
( 1 PETER 5:8 )

So, enjoy what God has planned for you,
and show that pretty smile of yours. For when you smile
it shows God's joy within you! Amen.

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8/29
CAUSE ME TO HEAR YOUR LOVING KINDNESS IN THE
MORNING, FOR IN YOU I DO TRUST; CAUSE ME TO KNOW
THE WAY IN WHICH I SHOULD WALK, FOR I LIFT UP MY
SOUL TO YOU.
( PSALM 143:8 *NKJV )

As you may know, when we invite God into our life, and
ask HIM to take control of our "life and will," we start on the
journey to become the person that we were meant to be.
For it is written: IF ANYONE IS IN CHRIST, HE IS A NEW
CREATION; OLD THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY; BEHOLD,
ALL THINGS HAVE BECOME NEW.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17-18 )

This is because God begins to reshape us into that person.
It is written: BUT NOW, O LORD, YOU ARE OUR FATHER;
WE ARE THE CLAY, AND YOU OUR POTTER; AND ALL
WE ARE THE WORK OF YOUR HAND. ( ISAIAH 64:8 )

Now as we become that new person, God will lead us
to the path that He chosen for us to walk. It is then that we
become filled with the Holy Spirit, as well as, THE FRUIT
OF THE SPIRIT WHICH IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE,
KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS,
AND SELF-CONTROL. AGAINST SUCH THINGS THERE
IS NO LAW. ( GALATIANS 5:22-23 )

So, why not ask God to take control of your "life
and will" today, if you haven't already? Also say to Him:
SHOW ME YOUR WAYS, O LORD; TEACH ME YOUR
PATHS. LEAD ME IN YOUR TRUTH AND TEACH ME,
FOR YOU ARE THE GOD OF MY SALVATION. Amen.
( PSALM 25:4-5 )

Now my friend, have a wonderful day, and remember that
God loves you, and so do I!

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8/30

IN GOD, WHOSE WORD I PRAISE, IN THE LORD, WHOSE
WORD I PRAISE--IN GOD I TRUST; I WILL NOT BE AFRAID.
( PSALM 56:10-11 *NIV )

Even in today's World, there is no reason to be fearful of the
future with God by your side! For, GOD HAS SAID, "NEVER
WILL I LEAVE YOU; NEVER WILL I FORSAKE YOU."
SO WE SAY WITH CONFIDENCE, "THE LORD IS MY
HELPER; I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT CAN MAN DO
TO ME?" ( HEBREWS 13:5-6 )

After all what is fear but the opposite of faith! Therefore
fear is a tool which satan uses to undermine our faith in
God. For, WITHOUT FAITH IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO
PLEASE GOD, BECAUSE ANYONE WHO COMES TO
HIM MUST BELIEVE THAT HE EXISTS AND THAT HE
REWARDS THOSE WHO EARNESTLY SEEK HIM.
( HEBREWS 11:6 ) Therefore God has said, MY
RIGHTEOUS ONE WILL LIVE BY FAITH.
( HEBREWS 10:38 )

So, do not be fearful of the future, or terrorists,
or anything else. Instead keep your faith strong for: THEN
NO HARM WILL BEFALL YOU, NO DISASTER WILL COME
NEAR YOUR TENT. FOR HE WILL COMMAND HIS
ANGELS CONCERNING YOU TO GUARD YOU IN ALL
YOUR WAYS. Amen ( PSALM 91:10-11 )

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8/31

PRIDE GOES BEFORE DESTRUCTION, AND A HAUGHTY
SPIRIT BEFORE A FALL.
( PROVERBS 16:18 *NIV )

It is written we are to humble ourselves, and not let our
pride or ego get in the way when dealing with others. For,
WHOEVER EXALTS HIMSELF WILL BE HUMBLED, AND
WHOEVER HUMBLES HIMSELF WILL BE EXALTED.
( MATTHEW 23:12 ) For, GOD OPPOSES THE PROUD
BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. ( JAMES 4:6 )

So never let your pride or ego convince you that you
are more righteous than another. Alter all, we are all God's
Children and He loves each of us equally. THEREFORE
LET US STOP PASSING JUDGMENT ON ONE
ANOTHER. INSTEAD, MAKE UP YOUR MIND NOT TO
PUT ANY STUMBLING BLOCK OR OBSTACLE IN YOUR
BROTHER'S WAY. ( ROMANS 14:13 )

Also remember the words of our Savior Jesus Christ,
for He said of the end time: MANY WHO ARE FIRST
WILL BE LAST, AND MANY WHO ARE LAST WILL BE
FIRST. Therefore, HUMBLE YOURSELF
BEFORE THE LORD AND HE WILL LIFT YOU UP. FOR
THE LORD TAKES DELIGHT IN HIS PEOPLE; HE
CROWNS THE HUMBLE WITH SALVATION. Amen.
( MATTHEW 19:30 ) ( JAMES 4:10 ) ( PSALM 149:4 )

Have a wonderful weekend, and may God's
Blessings be with You!

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9/1

FOR THE LORD GIVES WISDOM; FROM HIS MOUTH COMES
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING.
( PROVERBS 2:6 *NKJV )

The name's used in the Bible often have not only spiritual
significance, they also are good descriptions of those people
as well. So today we will look at some of the name's that were
given to people probably by Divine design!

ANGEL meaning "messanger"
ADAM meaning "man or mankind"
EVE meaning "life"
ABRAHAM meaning "father of the multitude"
ISHMAEL meaning "God hears"
ISAAC meaning "laughter"
JOSEPH meaning "adding"
NOAH meaning "resting place"
MOSES meaning "drawn out of water"
JOSHUA meaning "Yahweh delivered"
SAMUEL meaning "God is exalted"
DAVID meaning "beloved"
SOLOMON has various meanings including "God is peace"
"his replacement"
EZRA meaning "Yahweh helps"
ISAIAH meaning "Yahweh saves"
JEREMIAH meaning "may Yahweh lift up"
EZEKIEL meaning "God will strengthen"
DANIEL meaning "God's judge"
HOSEA meaning "salvation"
JOEL meaning "Yah is God"
JONAH meaning "dove"
MICAH meaning "Who is like Yahweh"
ZECHARIAH meaning "Yahweh remembered"
MALACHI meaning "my messenger or my angel"
PROPHET meaning "teacher"
JESUS CHRIST meaning "the Anointed One or Messiah" &
"Yahweh is salvation"
satan meaning "adversary"
MATTHEW meaning "the gift of Yahweh"
MARK no specific meaning
LUKE no specific meaning
JOHN meaning "Yahweh has been gracious"
PETER meaning "rock"
JUDAS no specific meaning
PONTIUS PILATE meaning "to fulfill or to accomplish"
PAUL no specific meaning
TIMOTHY meaning "honoring God"
REVELATION meaning "unveiling or uncovering"
Last, but not least. AMEN meaning "that's the truth!"

As you know these are just a few of the many name's
that are used in the Bible. Therefore I hope that you have found
this to be enlightening, and that it will help you to have a better
understanding of God's Holy Word!!

Have a Wonderful Weekend, and may God Bless
You! Amen.

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9/2

OH, CLAP YOUR HANDS, ALL YOU PEOPLE! SHOUT TO
GOD WITH THE VOICE OF TRIUMPH! FOR THE LORD
MOST HIGH IS AWESOME; HE IS A GREAT KING OVER
ALL THE EARTH.
( PSALM 47:1-2 *NKJV )

Our Lord God, the Most High, is truly awesome! He
provides wonderfully for His Children. Therefore we
should focus daily on our blessings and give thanks to
our Heavenly Father for them. For if counting your
blessings becomes part of your daily routine, you will
find that your attitude toward life will change. You will
also find yourself becoming more positive, gracious,
loving, and humble, and will then find yourself singing
praises to our Heavenly Father as well!

King David wrote: BECAUSE YOUR LOVINGKINDNESS
IS BETTER THAN LIFE, MY LIPS SHALL PRAISE YOU.
THUS I WILL BLESS YOU WHILE I LIVE; I WILL LIFT UP
MY HANDS IN YOUR NAME. MY SOUL SHALL BE
SATISFIED AS WITH MARROW AND FATNESS, AND
MY MOUTH SHALL PRAISE YOU WITH JOYFUL LIPS.
( PSALM 63:3-5 )

So, PRAISE THE LORD! OH, GIVE THANKS
TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD! FOR HIS MERCY
ENDURES FOREVER. ( PSALM 106:1 )

Have a wonderful Sunday, and may God Bless
You! Amen.

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9/3

WHEN YOU EAT THE LABOR OF YOUR HANDS, YOU SHALL BE
HAPPY, AND IT SHALL BE WELL WITH YOU.
( PSALM 128::2 *NKJV )

As we enjoy a day of rest from our busy schedules today, it gives
us time to reflect on and enjoy the things that surround us. A time
to think about the many "Daily Blessing" that surround us each day.
So on this Labor Day I have selected a Poem that states it best.
I hope that you will enjoy it.

Daily Blessings

There are hummers in the hollyhocks
Beside the apple tree,
And a cardinal and his mate
Are serenading me.

The bee balm's aflame with blossoms
It's quite a sight to see,
For everywhere I look now
Are butterflies and bees.

The squash is ripe for picking;
It seems to grow so fast.
And blackberries on the fence there
Are larger than the past.

My tomato vines are bending
With the burden of their fruit,
And soon we'll be enjoying
The bounty of their loot.

A gentle rain's now falling
In the twilight's purple glow,
Just another daily blessing
That sets my heart aglow.
Poet: Clay Harrison

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9/4

THIS IS LOVE: NOT THAT WE LOVED GOD, BUT THAT HE LOVED
US AND SENT HIS SON AS AN ATONING SACRIFICE FOR OUR
SINS. DEAR FRIENDS, SINCE GOD SO LOVED US, WE ALSO
OUGHT TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER.
( 1 JOHN 4:10 *NIV )

In this World today many do not know what true love is. They
confuse it with lust and other Earthly values. After all, true love is
utterly unselfish; it is giving love to another without expecting
anything in return.

The Apostle Paul taught us what real love is when
he wrote: "LOVE IS PATIENT, LOVE IS KIND. IT DOES NOT
ENVY, IT DOES NOT BOAST, IT IS NOT PROUD. IT IS NOT
RUDE, IT IS NOT SELF-SEEKING, IT IS NOT EASILY
ANGERED, IT KEEPS NO RECORD OF WRONGS. LOVE
DOES NOT DELIGHT IN EVIL BUT REJOICES WITH THE
TRUTH. IT ALWAYS PROTECTS, ALWAYS TRUSTS,
ALWAYS HOPES, ALWAYS PERSEVERES."
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 )

So as our Savoir Jesus Christ said, "AS THE FATHER
HAS LOVED ME, SO I HAVE LOVED YOU. NOW REMAIN
IN MY LOVE." ( JOHN 15:9 )

Therefore my friend, remember that you are my Valentine!
For it is written: LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH ALL
YOUR STRENGTH AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND; AND,
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. ( Luke 10:27 )

So have a Wonderful Day, and may it be filled
with love, hope and faith! Amen.

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9/5

REJOICE ALWAYS, PRAY WITHOUT CEASING, IN
EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS; FOR THIS IS THE WILL OF
GOD IN CHRIST FOR YOU.
( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 *NKJV )

We are to rejoice even when one of our prayers isn't
answered the way we want. Now that may seem hard to do
but when we realize that God knows what is best for us, it
becomes easier to understand! For some of our prayers,
if answered, could cause us much grief in the long run. After
all only He knows what the future holds, and what is best for
us!

So, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING
BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING,
LET YOUR REQUESTS BE MADE KNOWN TO GOD.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:6 ) because, THE EFFECTIVE, FERVENT
PRAYER OF A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILS MUCH.
( JAMES 5:16 )

Now, there is also an added benefit to your
prayers, for they will lead you to a greater communion with
God, and a much greater understanding of His will for you
as well!
AND SPEAKING OF PRAYER,
I said a prayer for you today,
And I know God must have heard;
I felt the answer in my heart,
Although He spoke not a word.
I didn't ask for wealth or fame,
( I knew you wouldn't mind; )
I asked for priceless treasures rare,
Of a more lasting kind.
I prayed that He'd be near to you,
At the start of each new day,
To grant you health and blessings fair,
And friends to share your way.
I asked for happiness for you,
In all thing great and small,
But that you'd know His loving care,
I prayed most of all. Amen.

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9/6

YOU ARE ALL SONS OF GOD THROUGH FAITH IN CHRIST
JESUS, FOR ALL OF YOU WHO WERE BAPTIZED INTO
CHRIST HAVE CLOTHED YOURSELF WITH CHRIST. THERE
IS NEITHER JEW NOR GREEK, SALVE OR FREE, MALE
OR FEMALE, FOR YOU ARE ALL ONE IN CHRIST.
( GALATIANS 3:26-28 *NKJV )

Now you know why this message is addressed to God's
Children each morning! For truly those who love and
worship God are His children. FOR IN HIM WE LIVE AND
MOVE AND HAVE OUR BEING. AS SOME OF YOUR
OWN POETS HAVE SAID, WE ARE HIS OFFSPRING.
( ACTS 17:28 ) Think about that the next time you are
feeling low, or are depressed and worried because of a
problem that you are facing. I'll bet that it won't seem so
big if you do!

So my dear brothers and sisters of God's Great Family,
never feel alone and think that there is no one to turn too,
for your Heavenly Father is always with you. He also
promised that He will never leave you. He will always be
there to love you, and guide you through any difficulty!
Therefore walk tall and be proud that you are a child of God!

Now, have a wonderful day, and remember that
God loves you, and so do I!

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9/7

IF ANY OF YOU LACKS WISDOM, HE SHOULD ASK GOD,
WHO GIVES GENEROUSLY TO ALL WITHOUT FINDING
FAULT, AND IT WILL BE GIVEN TO HIM.
( JAMES 1:5 *NIV )

When you are in need of an answer to one of life's problems,
and cannot find the answer, always turn to God's Word. FOR
THE LORD GIVES WISDOM, AND FROM HIS MOUTH COMES
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. THEN YOU WILL
UNDERSTAND WHAT IS RIGHT AND JUST AND FAIR--EVERY
GOOD PATH. FOR KNOWLEDGE WILL BE PLEASANT TO
YOUR SOUL. DISCRETION WILL PROTECT YOU, AND
UNDERSTANDING WILL GUARD YOU.
( PROVERBS 2:6; 9; 10; 11 )

Also when we turn to the Bible GOD has promised us that:
"I WILL INSTRUCT YOU AND TEACH YOU IN THE WAY THAT
YOU SHOULD GO; I WILL COUNSEL YOU AND WATCH OVER
YOU." ( PSALM 32:8)

He further promised that when we are faced with a decision, if
we ask Him what to do, He will tell us. For it is written:
WHETHER YOU TURN TO THE RIGHT OR THE LEFT, YOUR
EARS WILL HEAR A VOICE BEHIND YOU, SAYING, "THIS IS
THE WAY; WALK IN IT." ( ISAIAH 30:21 )

So, why try to face life's problems alone, for that
can be a losing battle. After all you have the awesome power of
GOD waiting to lead you! So why not: COMMIT TO THE LORD
WHATEVER YOU DO, AND YOUR PLANS WILL SUCCEED.
( PROVERBS 16:3) Then the next time that you ask "What
Would Jesus Do," you may just pick up your Bible and read all
about it in the Gospel's. Amen.

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9/8

And Jesus said, "HEAVEN AND EARTH WILL PASS AWAY, BUT
MY WORD WILL NEVER PASS AWAY!"
( MATTHEW 24:35 *NIV )

Most people naturally assume that the Books of the New
Testament were written in the order that they appear in the Bible.
Now you may be surprised to learn that many of the Letters of the
Apostle Paul were actually written before the Gospels of Matthew,
Mark, Luke & John. For those Gospels were some of the last
books to be written, even though they appear as the first four
Books of The New Testament.

This is because, it is believed, the Apostles of Jesus Christ
were so convinced that He would return during their lifetime, that
they didn't feel the need to write them. It wasn't until they became
much older that they realized that His return would probably not
occur until after their deaths. It was then that they wrote them
for the generations of the future.

So today we will take a look at the actual year that each Book
of the New Testament was written!

Book: Written By: Approximate Date:

GALATIANS [Apostle Paul] 49 A.D.
JAMES [James half-brother of Jesus'] 49 A.D.
1 & 2 THESSALONIANS [Apostle Paul] 51/52 A.D.
1 & 2 CORINTHIANS [Apostle Paul} 55 A.D.
ROMANS [Apostle Paul} 57 A.D.
MARK [John Mark} 58/60 A.D.
EPHESIANS [Apostle Paul] 60 A.D.
COLOSSIANS [Apostle Paul] 60 A.D.
PHILEMON [Apostle Paul] 60 A.D.
PHILIPPIANS [Apostle Paul] 61 A.D.
MATTHEW [Apostle Matthew*] 61/64 A.D.
LUKE [Apostle Luke*] 61/64 A.D.
JUDE [Jude half-brother of Jesus'] 65 A.D.
1 TIMOTHY [Apostle Paul] 64 A.D.
1 PETER [Apostle Peter*] 64/65 A.D.
TITUS [Apostle Paul] 64 A.D.
ACTS [Apostle Luke*] 66/68 A.D.
2 PETER [Apostle Peter*] 66/68 A.D.
2 TIMOTHY [Apostle Paul] 66/67 A.D.
HEBREWS [Apostle Paul] 68/70 A.D.
JOHN [Apostle John*] 85 A.D.
1, 2, 3 JOHN [Apostle John*] 85/90 A.D.
REVELATION [Apostle John*] 95 A.D.
( *Original Disciples of Christ )

There you have it, have a great weekend!

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9/9

THEN JESUS SAID TO HIS DISCIPLES, "IF ANYONE WOULD
COME AFTER ME, HE MUST DENY HIMSELF AND TAKE
UP HIS CROSS AND FOLLOW ME."
( MATTHEW 16:24 *NIV )

We all have crosses to bear in this life. Perhaps your cross
may seen like a heavy one, however if you look around you will
find others with a much bigger one than yourself.

Therefore when your "cross" seems to heavy remember
that God is there helping you carry it. After all God has said,
"NEVER WILL I LEAVE YOU; NEVER WILL I FORSAKE
YOU." ( HEBREWS 13:5 )

So put your faith in God, and remember that Jesus said,
"DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED. TRUST IN
GOD; TRUST ALSO IN ME. ( JOHN 14:1 ) Then let the
wings of faith uphold you, uphold you indeed!

May the wings of faith uphold you
When your cross is hard to bear,
As temptations surround you,
And no one seems to care.
May the wings of faith surround you
And shield you from the pain
When sorrows overcome you
And teardrops fall like rain.
May you know that God is with you
In times of deep despair.
May the spirit, who's within you,
Confirm that He is there!
May the valley of the shadow
Provide angels unaware...
May the wings of faith uphold you
When your cross is hard to bear.
Poet, Clay Harrison

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9/10

FOR YOU ARE MY HOPE, O LORD GOD; YOU ARE MY TRUST
FROM MY YOUTH.
( PSALMS 71:5 *NIV )

When ever you feel stressed, worried or overwhelmed
by things or people in this World, always put your hope and
trust in God. Have faith that He will guide you through the
stumbling blocks that life has put before you! For it is written:
SO DO NOT FEAR, FOR I AM WITH YOU; DO NOT BE
DISMAYED, FOR I AM YOUR GOD. ( ISAIAH 41:10 )

Further, God has promised us: NEVER WILL I LEAVE
YOU; NEVER WILL I FORSAKE YOU. SO WE SAY
WITH CONFIDENCE, "THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL
NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT CAN MAN DO TO ME?"
( HEBREWS 13:5-6 )

So never try to make decisions, or to fight the battles of life
alone. Always ask God in prayer for HIS help. HE will
then not only provide help and guidance, but also will bless
you as well, for it is written: BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO
TRUSTS IN THE LORD, WHOSE CONFIDENCE IS IN HIM.
( JEREMIAH 17:7 )

Also remember that our Heavenly Father is the one
to turn to in all situations, good or bad. For HE loves to hear
from HIS children every day!

Now, my prayer for you is: MAY THE GOD OF
HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE AS YOU
TRUST IN HIM, SO THAT YOU MAY OVERFLOW WITH
HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Amen.
( ROMANS 15:13 )

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9/11

Jesus Christ said; MOST ASSUREDLY, I SAY TO YOU, HE WHO
HEARS MY WORD AND BELIEVES IN HIM WHO SENT ME HAS
EVERLASTING LIFE, AND SHALL NOT COME INTO JUDGMENT,
BUT HAS PASSED FROM DEATH INTO LIFE.
( JOHN 5:24 *NKJV )

Today being the Sixth Anniversary of the date that terriorists
( satan's agents ) struck the Twin Towers, we remember all of those
who lost their lives because of the events on that day, knowing that:
THE SOULS OF THE RIGHTEOUS ARE IN THE HAND OF GOD,
AND NO TORMENT WILL EVER TOUCH THEM. IN THE EYES OF
THE FOOLISH THEY SEEM TO HAVE DIED, AND THEIR
DEPARTURE WAS THOUGHT OF AS A DISASTER, AND THEIR
GOING FROM US TO BE THEIR DESTRUCTION; BUT THEY ARE
AT PEACE.

After all: GOD HIMSELF WILL BE WITH THEM AND WILL BE
THEIR GOD. AND GOD WILL WIPE AWAY EVERY TEAR FROM
THEIR EYES; THERE SHALL BE NO MORE DEATH, NOR
SORROW, NOR CRYING. THERE SHALL BE NO MORE PAIN,
FOR THE FORMER THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY.
( REVELATION 21:4 )

Therefore, today, I would like to dedicate this message in
remembrance of those, from all over the World, who were killed in
New York City, and in Washington D C. that day. Remembering
that those who were God's Children are indeed.....

SAFELY HOME

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh, so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I an now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.

Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh! But Jesus love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.

And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?

Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earths shadows,
Pray to trust our Fathers Will.

There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remaineth
You shall rest in Jesus land.

When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!

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9/12

IS ANY ONE OF YOU IN TROUBLE? HE SHOULD PRAY. IS
ANYONE HAPPY? LET HIM SING SONGS OF PRAISE. IS
ANY ONE OF YOU SICK? HE SHOULD CALL THE ELDERS
OF THE CHURCH TO PRAY OVER HIM AND ANOINT HIM
WITH OIL IN THE NAME OF THE LORD. FOR THE PRAYER
OF A RIGHTEOUS MAN IS POWERFUL AND EFFECTIVE.
( JAMES 5:13; 14 & 16 *NIV )

One of the most powerful things on this Earth is "The Power
Of Prayer!" For, THE EYES OF THE LORD ARE ON THE
RIGHTEOUS AND HIS EARS ARE ATTENTIVE TO THEIR CRY;
THE RIGHTEOUS CRY OUT, AND THE LORD HEARS THEM;
HE DELIVERS THEM FROM ALL THEIR TROUBLES.
( PSALM 34:15 & 17 )

So let us not forget to speak to God in prayer today, and
thank Him for all He has done for each of us! Let us also pray
for those who are suffering, or are going through trials and
tribulations in their lives! Let us pray for each other as well,
and ask God to fill us with His Love, Hope, and Faith!

Therefore: I KNEEL BEFORE THE FATHER, I PRAY
THAT OUT OF HIS GLORIOUS RICHES HE MAY
STRENGTHEN YOU WITH POWER THROUGH HIS SPIRIT
IN YOUR INNER BEING, SO THAT CHRIST MAY DWELL IN
YOUR HEARTS THROUGH FAITH AND I PRAY THAT YOU,
BEING ROOTED AND ESTABLISHED IN LOVE, MAY HAVE
POWER, WITH ALL THE SAINTS, TO GRASP HOW WIDE
AND LONG AND HIGH AND DEEP IS THE LOVE OF CHRIST,
AND TO KNOW THIS LOVE THAT SURPASSES KNOWLEDGE
--THAT YOU MAY BE FILLED TO THE MEASURE OF ALL THE
FULLNESS OF GOD. Amen.
( EPHESIANS 3:14; 16; 18-19 )

Have a great day, and remember that God smiles
every time He thinks about you!

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9/13

9/13

And Jesus said; "DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED
TRUST IN GOD; TRUST ALSO IN ME."
( JOHN 14:1 *NIV )

When troubles come into your life, turn them over to God to
handle, for it is written: THE LORD ALSO WILL BE A
REFUGE FOR THE OPPRESSED, A REFUGE IN TIMES
OF TROUBLE. AND THOSE WHO KNOW YOUR NAME
WILL PUT THEIR TRUST IN YOU, FOR YOU, LORD HAVE
NOT FORSAKEN THOSE WHO SEEK YOU.
( PSALM 9:9-10 )

After all, THE SALVATION OF THE RIGHTEOUS IS FROM
THE LORD; HE IS THEIR STRENGTH IN THE TIME OF
TROUBLE. AND THE LORD SHALL HELP THEM AND
DELIVER THEM; HE SHALL DELIVER THEM FROM THE
WICKED , AND SAVE THEM, BECAUSE THEY TRUST IN
HIM. ( PSALM 37:39-40 )

King David experienced this for he wrote: THOUGH I WALK
IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE, YOU WILL REVIVE ME;
YOU WILL STRETCH OUT YOUR HAND AGAINST THE
WRATH OF MY ENEMIES, AND YOUR RIGHT HAND WILL
SAVE ME. ( PSALM 138:7 )

So even when WE ARE HARD PRESSED ON EVERY SIDE,
YET NOT CRUSHED; WE ARE PERPLEXED, BUT NOT IN
DESPAIR; PERSECUTED, BUT NOT FORSAKEN; STRUCK
DOWN BUT NOT DESTROYED. When we trust the Lord with all
our heart. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 4:7-9 )

SO DO NOT THROW AWAY YOUR CONFIDENCE; IT WILL
BE RICHLY REWARDED. YOU NEED TO PERSEVERE SO
THAT WHEN YOU HAVE DONE THE WILL OF GOD, YOU WILL
RECEIVE WHAT HE HAS PROMISED. Amen.
( HEBREWS 10:35-36 )

Now have a wonderful day, and may God Bless You!

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9/14

YOU ARE CONTROLLED NOT BY THE SINFUL NATURE BUT
BY THE SPIRIT, IF THE SPIRIT OF GOD LIVES IN YOU.
( ROMANS 8:9 *NIV )

When we invite the Spirit of God to live within us, we are then
filled with the fruit of the Spirit, and become walking in the Light.
Now you may ask: "What is the fruit of the Spirit?"
Well, "THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE,
PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS FAITHFULNESS,
GENTLENESS AND SELF- CONTROL." ( GALATIANS 5:22 )
Therefore when: WE WALK IN THE LIGHT, AS HE IS IN THE
LIGHT, WE HAVE FELLOWSHIP WITH ONE ANOTHER,
AND THE BLOOD OF JESUS, HIS SON, PURIFIES US FROM
ALL SIN as well. ( 1 JOHN 1:7 )

Now it is then that we become the person we were meant
to be, thus finding our lives changing for the better. So if you
haven't already invited God into your heart, today would be a
great day to do it! For HE is patiently waiting for you right now!
THEREFORE, AS GOD'S CHOSEN PEOPLE, HOLY AND
DEARLY LOVED, CLOTHE YOURSELVES WITH
COMPASSION, KINDNESS, HUMILITY, GENTLENESS AND
PATIENCE. AND OVER ALL THESE VIRTUES PUT ON LOVE,
WHICH BINDS THEM ALL TOGETHER IN PERFECT UNITY.
Amen. ( COLOSSIANS 3:12, 14 )

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9/15

AND SO WE KNOW AND RELY ON THE LOVE HAS FOR
US. GOD IS LOVE. WHOEVER LIVES IN LOVE LIVES
IN GOD, AND GOD IN HIM.
( 1 JOHN 4:16 *NIV )

The following was sent to me by me one of our Brother's-
in-Christ, a while ago. Please take time to read it for it may
very well change your day!
_______________________

A little boy wanted to meet God. He knew it was a long trip
to where God lived, so he packed his suitcase with Twinkies
and a six pack of root beer and he started his journey. When
he had gone about three blocks, he met an old woman. She
was sitting in the park just staring at some pigeons.

The boy sat down next to her and opened his suitcase. He
was about to take a drink from his root beer when he noticed
that the old lady looked hungry, so he offered her a Twinkie.
She gratefully accepted it and smiled at him. Her smile was
so pretty that the boy wanted to see it again, so he offered
her a root beer. Again, she smiled at him. The boy was
delighted.

They sat there all afternoon eating and smiling, but they
never said a word.

As it grew dark, the boy realized how tired he was and he
got up to leave, but before he had gone more than a few
steps, he turned around, ran back to the old woman, and
gave her a hug. She gave him her biggest smile ever.

When the boy opened the door to his own house a short
time later, his mother was surprised by the look of joy on his
face. She asked him, "What did you do today that made you
so happy?" He replied, "I had lunch with God." But before
his mother could respond, he added, "You know what? She's
got the most beautiful smile I've ever seen!"

Meanwhile, the old woman, also radiant with joy, returned
to her home. Her son was stunned by the look of peace on
her face and he asked, "Mother, what did you do today that
made you so happy?" She replied, "I ate Twinkies in the
park with God." However, before her son responded, she
added, "You know, he's much younger than I expected."

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile,
a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the
smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn
a life around.

People come into our lives for a reason, a season, or a
lifetime. Embrace all equally!

Therefore Send this to people who have touched your life in
a special way. Let them know how important they are. Have
lunch with God.
Author Unknown

Wishing you a wonderful day, and why not
have lunch with God today. Amen.

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9/16

BE IMITATORS OF GOD, THEREFORE, AS DEARLY LOVED
CHILDREN AND LIVE A LIFE OF LOVE, JUST AS CHRIST
LOVED US AND GAVE HIMSELF UP FOR US A FRAGRANT
OFFERING AND SACRIFICE TO GOD.
( EPHESIANS 5:1-2 *NIV )

Just as children imitate their parents, we are
to imitate Christ! For because of His great love for us,
He became a sacrifice for our sins so that we might have
Eternal life. THEREFORE, I URGE YOU, BROTHERS,
IN VIEW OF GOD'S MERCY, TO OFFER YOUR BODIES
AS LIVING SACRIFICES, HOLY AND PLEASING TO
GOD-THIS IS YOUR SPIRITUAL ACT OF WORSHIP.
( ROMANS 12:1 )

Now it is written: ASCRIBE TO THE LORD THE GLORY
DUE HIS NAME; WORSHIP THE LORD IN THE SPLENDOR
OF HIS HOLINESS. ( PSALM 29:2 ) Therefore we should:
WORSHIP THE LORD WITH GLADNESS; COME BEFORE
HIM WITH JOYFUL SONGS. KNOW THAT THE LORD IS
GOD. IT IS HE WHO MADE US, AND WE ARE HIS
PEOPLE, THE SHEEP OF HIS PASTURE.
( PSALM 100:2-3 )

So, do not forget to go to Church, and join with
others as they Worship our Heavenly Father! Also remember
to let your love light shine always, because: TO THIS YOU
WERE CALLED, BECAUSE CHRIST SUFFERED FOR
YOU, LEAVING YOU AN EXAMPLE, THAT YOU SHOULD
FOLLOW IN HIS FOOTSTEPS. ( 1 PETER 2:21 )

Now, MAY THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST,
AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE
HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU ALL. Amen.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14 )

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9/17

BLESSED BE THE LORD, WHO DAILY LOADS US WITH
BENEFITS, THE GOD OF OUR SALVATION!
( PSALM 68:19 *NKJV )

God provides all of our needs, and is always with us as
well. For when we are afraid: THE NAME OF THE LORD IS
A STRONG TOWER; THE RIGHTEOUS RUN TO IT AND
ARE SAFE. ( PROVERBS 18:10 )

When we are broken hearted: HE HEALS THE BROKEN
HEARTED AND BINDS UP THEIR WOUNDS. ( PSALM
147:3) For THE LORD IS NEAR TO THOSE WHO HAVE A
BROKEN HEART. ( PSALM 34:18 )

When we need help because of trouble, know that:
THE RIGHTEOUS CRY OUT, AND THE LORD HEARS,
AND DELIVERS THEM OUT OF ALL THEIR TROUBLES.
( PSALM 34:17 ) For, THE LORD IS GOOD, A
STRONGHOLD IN THE DAY OF TROUBLE; AND HE
KNOWS THOSE WHO TRUST IN HIM. ( NAHUM 1:7 )

Also if you are depressed: CAST ALL YOUR CARES ON
THE LORD AND HE WILL SUSTAIN YOU; HE WILL
NEVER LET THE RIGHTEOUS FALL. ( PSALM 55:22 )

Further God showers us with His Love, for GOD
DEMONSTRATES HIS OWN LOVE TOWARD US IN THAT
WHILE WE WERE STILL SINNERS, CHRIST DIED FOR
US. ( ROMANS 5:8 ) FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD
THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT
WHOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT
HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. ( JOHN 3:16 )

So, have a wonderful day, and know that you
are in good hands with God in charge of your life! Amen.

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9/18

THE LORD KNOWS THE THOUGHTS OF MAN; HE KNOWS
THAT THEY ARE FUTILE.
( PSALM 94:11 *NIV )

We are all Architects of our own future! The thoughts that
we have today dictate what our future holds for us tomorrow.
Therefore a person who has positive thoughts shall have
positive results, just as a person who has negative thoughts
shall attract negative results in their life.

Therefore if we start each day by counting all of our
blessings, and then try our best to have positive thoughts
during the day, our hearts will be merry! After all, FROM THE
FULLNESS OF HIS GRACE WE HAVE ALL RECEIVED ONE
BLESSING AFTER ANOTHER. ( JOHN 1:16 )

Now this is because: EVERY GOOD AND PERFECT GIFT
IS FROM ABOVE, COMING DOWN FROM THE FATHER OF
THE HEAVENLY LIGHTS, WHO DOES NOT CHANGE LIKE
SHIFTING SHADOWS. ( JAMES 1:17 )

So, why not: SING AND MAKE MUSIC IN YOUR
HEART TO THE LORD, ALWAYS GIVING THANKS TO GOD
THE FATHER FOR EVERYTHING, IN THE NAME OF OUR
LORD JESUS CHRIST. Amen.
( EPHESIANS 5:19-20 )

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9/19

BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO TRUSTS IN THE LORD,
WHOSE CONFIDENCE IS IN HIM. HE WILL BE LIKE A
TREE PLANTED BY THE WATER THAT SENDS OUT ITS
ROOTS BY THE STREAM.
( JEREMIAH 17:7-8 *NIV )

Now it is written: WITHOUT FAITH IT IS IMPOSSIBLE
TO PLEASE GOD, BECAUSE ANYONE WHO COMES TO
HIM MUST BELIEVE THAT HE EXISTS AND THAT HE
REWARDS THOSE WHO EARNESTLY SEEK HIM.
( HEBREWS 11:6 )

Now when you think about it, life would be very difficult
without our faith! King David wrote: THE LORD IS MY
STRENGTH AND MY SHIELD; MY HEART TRUSTS IN HIM,
AND I AM HELPED. MY HEART LEAPS FOR JOY AND I
WILL GIVE THANKS TO HIM IN SONG. ( PSALM 28:7 )
Therefore, HOW PRICELESS IS YOUR UNFAILING LOVE!
BOTH HIGH AND LOW AMONG MEN FIND REFUGE IN
THE SHADOW OF YOUR WINGS. ( PSALM 36:7 )

So remember that, WE LIVE BY FAITH
AND NOT BY SIGHT ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 ) For those who
do it is written: YOU WILL KEEP IN PERFECT PEACE HIM
WHOSE MIND IS STEADFAST, BECAUSE HE TRUSTS
IN YOU. Therefore, TRUST IN THE LORD FOREVER, FOR
THE LORD, THE LORD, IS THE ROCK ETERNAL. Amen.
( ISAIAH 26:3-4 )

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9/20

YOU, O LORD, KEEP MY LAMP BURNING; MY GOD TURNS
MY DARKNESS INTO LIGHT.
( PSALM 18:28 *NIV )

When you find yourself in darkness, or in others words, when
you find yourself surrounded by troubles, you can always count
on God to light a pathway through them. For, THE LORD IS
GOOD, A REFUGE IN TIMES OF TROUBLE. HE CARES FOR
THOSE WHO TRUST HIM. ( NAHUM 1:7 )

King David wrote: THOUGH I WALK IN THE MIDST OF
TROUBLE, YOU PRESERVE MY LIFE; YOU STRETCH OUT
YOUR HAND AGAINST THE ANGER OF MY FOES, WITH
YOUR RIGHT HAND YOU SAVE ME. ( PSALM 138:7 ) For
I LIFT UP MY EYES TO THE HILLS-WHERE DOES MY HELP
COME FROM? MY HELP COMES FROM THE LORD, THE
MAKER OF HEAVEN AND EARTH! ( PSALM 121:1-2 )

Therefore if you are experiencing troubles or worries in
your life right now, CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY ON HIM
BECAUSE HE CARES FOR YOU. ( 1 PETER 5:7 ), and it is
through prayer that you may cast your troubles and worries
on Him! For after all: THE LORD IS NEAR TO ALL WHO CALL
ON HIM IN TRUTH. HE HEARS THEIR CRY AND SAVES
THEM. Amen. ( PSALM 145:18 )

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9/21

FOR IT IS WRITTEN: 'HE SHALL GIVE HIS ANGELS CHARGE
OVER YOU, AND, IN THEIR HANDS THEY SHALL BEAR YOU
UP, LEST YOU DASH YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE.
( LUKE 4:10-11 *NKJV )

One of the duties of an angel is to watch over the
children of God. For, ARE THEY NOT ALL MINISTER-
ING, SPIRITS SENT FORTH TO MINISTER FOR THOSE
WHO WILL INHERIT SALVATION? ( HEBREWS 1:14 )

Although it is not written that one angel is assigned to
each of us, it is clear that our Heavenly Father sends us
an angel when we need one! For it is written: HE SHALL
GIVE HIS ANGELS CHARGE OVER YOU, TO KEEP
YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS. ( PSALM 91:11 )

So, with that kind of help: DO NOT WORRY
ABOUT TOMORROW, FOR TOMORROW WILL WORRY
ABOUT ITSELF. EACH DAY HAS ENOUGH TROUBLE
OF ITS OWN. ( MATTHEW 6:34 )

Also why fear things that haven't happened yet? For,
HE HIMSELF HAS SAID, "I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU
NOR FORSAKE YOU." SO WE MAY BOLDLY SAY:
"THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL NOT FEAR. WHAT
CAN MAN DO TO ME?" ( HEBREWS 13:5-6 )

Most of all, why doubt that God hears your prayers, and
will answer them. For this is clearly another example of how
very much God loves each and every one of His children, and
how well He cares for them as well! Amen.

Have a wonderful day, and may: THE PEACE
OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING,
GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND THROUGH JESUS
CHRIST. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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9/22

I HAVE CALLED UPON YOU, FOR YOU WILL HEAR WILL HEAR
ME, O GOD; INCLINE YOUR EAR TO ME, AND HEAR MY
SPEECH."
( PSALM 17:6 * NKJV )

What if God changed like we do, and was to busy
to hear our prayers? Thank goodness God said: "I AM THE
LORD, I DO NOT CHANGE." ( MAL 3:6 ) So sit back and enjoy
a humorous look at what prayer might be like today if He did!

We have all learned to live with "voice mail" as a necessary part
of modern life. But, have you wondered, what if God decided to
install voice mail?

Imagine praying and hearing this:
Thank you for calling My Father's House.
Please select one of the following options:
Press 1 for Requests
Press 2 for Thanksgiving
Press 3 for Complaints
Press 4 for All Other Inquiries.

What if God used the familiar excuse..."I'm sorry, all of our angels
are busy helping other sinners right now. However, your prayer is
important to us and will be answered in the order it was received,
so please stay on the line"

Can you imagine getting these responses as you call God in
Prayer?

If you would like to speak to:
Gabriel, Press 1
Michael, Press 2
For a directory of other angels, Press 3
If you'd like to hear King David sing a psalm while you are holding,
please press 4.
To find out if a loved one has been assigned to Heaven,
Press 5, enter his or her social security number, then
press the pound key. (If you get a negative response, try
area code 666.)
For reservations at "My Father's House" please enter J-O-H-N,
followed by 3-1-6.

What if you heard, our computers show that you have already
prayed once today. Please hang up and try again tomorrow.
( or )
This office is closed for the weekend to observe a religious
holiday. Please pray again Monday after 9:30 AM. If you need
emergency assistance when this office is closed, contact your
local pastor.

Thank GOD He Doesn't Have Voice Mail And He
Always Listens When We Pray!!! After all, remember that
God's always answers all knee mail!

Have a great weekend!

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9/23

NO ONE EVER HAS SEEN GOD; BUT IF WE LOVE
ONE ANOTHER, GOD LIVES IN US, AND HIS LOVE IS
MADE COMPLETE IN US. WE KNOW THAT WE LIVE IN
HIM, AND HE IN US, BECAUSE HE HAS GIVEN US OF
HIS SPIRIT.
( 1 JOHN 4:12-13 *NIV )

When we open our hearts and invite God into our lives,
a wonderful thing begins to happen! The Apostle Paul
stated it this way: THEREFORE, IF ANYONE IS IN CHRIST,
HE IS A NEW CREATION; THE OLD HAS GONE, THE
NEW HAS COME! ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 )

As many of you know, this is when we become the
person that God intended us to be. It is also when we
become filled with: THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH
TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

So, JUST AS YOU RECEIVED CHRIST JESUS AS
LORD, CONTINUE TO LIVE IN HIM, ROOTED AND BUILT
UP IN HIM, STRENGTHENED IN THE FAITH AS YOU
WERE TAUGHT, AND OVERFLOWING IN THANKFULNESS.
( COLOSSIANS 2:6 )

Now my friend, may: THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS
CHRIST BE WITH YOUR SPIRIT. Amen.

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9/24

THIS IS THE DAY THAT THE LORD HAS MADE; WE WILL
REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT.
( PSALM 118:24 *NKJV )

We all have days when the last thing we want to do is rejoice.
Days when our situation is out of control, are mood is low, and
we are feeling overwhelmed with worry, guilt, doubt or grief.

When you feel that way why not tell God just how
you feel. Ask Him to help you regain your joy again, and know
in your heart that He will help you. For we have this promise
from God: "I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU OR FORSAKE YOU."
SO WE MAY BOLDLY SAY: THE LORD IS MY HELPER; I WILL
NOT FEAR; WHAT CAN MAN DO TO ME?
( HEBREWS 13:5 )

The Bible also tells us that our suffering from all these things is
part of our experience as a Christian. For it is written: MY
BRETHREN, TAKE THE PROPHETS, WHO SPOKE IN THE
NAME OF THE LORD, AS AN EXAMPLE OF SUFFERING AND
PATIENCE. INDEED WE COUNT THEM BLESSED WHO
ENDURE. ( JAMES 5:10-11 )

HOWEVER, IF YOU SUFFER FOR DOING GOOD AND YOU
ENDURE IT, THIS IS COMMENDABLE BEFORE GOD. TO THIS
YOU WERE CALLED, BECAUSE CHRIST SUFFERED FOR
YOU, LEAVING YOU AN EXAMPLE, THAT YOU SHOULD
FOLLOW IN HIS STEPS. ( 1 PETER 2:20-21 ) So, REJOICE TO
THE EXTENT THAT YOU PARTAKE OF CHRIST'S SUFFERINGS,
THAT WHEN HIS GLORY IS REVEALED, YOU MAY ALSO BE
GLAD WITH EXCEEDING JOY. ( 1 PETER 4:13 )

Finally, remember that tough times never last, but
tough people do! Therefore: REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS.
AGAIN I SAY, REJOICE! Amen. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:4 )

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9/25

BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL; AND FORGET NOT ALL
HIS BENEFITS: WHO CROWNS YOU WITH LOVING
KINDNESS AND TENDER MERCIES.
( PSALM 103:2 & 4 *NKJV )

Indeed, we should never forget just how very
much our Heavenly Father loves each one of us. Also how
many ways HE proves that to us each day as well!

After all when we feel hopeless: THE LORD WILL GIVE
STRENGTH TO HIS PEOPLE; THE LORD WILL BLESS
HIS PEOPLE WITH PEACE. ( PSALM 29:11 )

When we can't find the answers we want, or are in
need of guidance, He will provide the way, for: THIS ALSO
COMES FROM THE LORD OF HOSTS, WHO IS
WONDERFUL IN COUNSEL AND EXCELLENT IN
GUIDANCE. ( ISAIAH 28:29 )

Further, don't forget the best benefit of all, for: THIS IS
THE TESTIMONY: THAT GOD HAS GIVEN US
ETERNAL LIFE, AND THIS LIFE IS IN HIS SON.
( 1 JOHN 5:11 )

So in return you should: LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD
WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, WITH
ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH.
Because HE loves you even more than that! Amen
( MARK 12:30 )

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9/26

'LET US FEAR** THE LORD OUR GOD WHO GIVES AUTUMN
AND SPRING RAINS IN SEASON, WHO ASSURES US OF
THE REGULAR WEEKS OF HARVEST.
[ **Fear should read Revere ]
( JEREMIAH 5:24 *NIV )

The beautiful colors of Autumn are upon us. A time of harvest,
and a slight Winter chill in the air. After all: THERE IS A TIME
FOR EVERYTHING, AND A SEASON FOR EVERY ACTIVITY
UNDER HEAVEN. ( ECCLESIASTES 3:1 )

So today, I would like to share a poem with you about
one of my favorite seasons! I hope you will enjoy it!

Although I like September,
I feel a sadness, too,
As the summer days now dwindle
To just a precious few.
The corner play lot's empty
With a melancholy look;
The children have returned to school
With pencil, pad and book.
Songbirds are flying south again
Before the cold winds blow;
I marvel how our caring God
Tells them it's time to go.
The hills are tinged with red and gold,
Etched on Summer's green
And everywhere I look I see
A golden harvest scene.
A pumpkin in the garden patch
Lends a note of cheer,
Reminding us God sends bright gifts
Whatever time of year.
So I will greet September,
Put on my brightest shawl,
Be thankful for each season sent
As Summer turns to Fall.
Poet: Kay Hoffman

So, enjoy the beginning of Fall, and enjoy the last days
of Summer while they are still with us, because the leaves are
starting to fall. Amen.

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9/27

BUT AS IT IS WRITTEN: EYE HAS NOT SEEN, NOR EAR
HEARD, NOR HAVE ENTERED INTO THE HEART OF MAN
THE THINGS WHICH GOD HAS PREPARED FOR THOSE
WHO LOVE HIM.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 2:9 *NKJV )

No one knows what the future holds for them, but as a
Child of God you may have peace of mind! Our Heavenly
Father has great plans for your future, not only on Earth,
but in Heaven as well! Therefore we have no reason
to fear the future, for with God in charge, there is no need
to worry about anything!

Now even though in this life we may suffer heartache and
woe, He is always there to comfort and guide us, and in our
next life, we will live with Him in Paradise forever!

Therefore let us: PRAISE THE LORD! OH, GIVE THANKS
TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD! FOR HIS MERCY
ENDURES FOREVER. ( PSALM 106:1 ) After all, we cannot
imagine all of the wonderful things that God has planned for
our future, but one thing that we may count on is that the
"Best Is Yet To Come!"

Now have a Wonderful day, and may: God's
Great Love, Hope and Faith, fill your heart and mind, AND
MAY THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL
UNDERSTANDING be with you now and always! Amen!
( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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9/28

JESUS CHRIST said: "A NEW COMMAND I GIVE YOU: LOVE
ONE ANOTHER AS I HAVE LOVED YOU, SO YOU MUST
LOVE ONE ANOTHER. BY THIS ALL MEN WILL KNOW THAT
YOU ARE MY DISCIPLES, IF YOU LOVE ONE ANOTHER."
( JOHN 13:34-35 *NIV )

Now as God's Children we are to love and help one
another. After all, one doesn't have to travel very far to find
someone in need. Someone who is sick, friendless, or
homeless etc., for many may be found in every Town or City!

Therefore it is written: OFFER HOSPITALITY TO ONE
ANOTHER WITHOUT GRUMBLING. EACH ONE SHOULD
USE WHATEVER GIFT HE HAS RECEIVED TO SERVE
OTHERS, FAITHFULLY ADMINISTERING GOD'S GRACE IN
ITS VARIOUS FORMS. ( 1 PETER 4:9-10 )

So, why not help those in need when you have the
opportunity too, and: LET US NOT BECOME WEARY IN
DOING GOOD, FOR AT THE PROPER TIME WE WILL
REAP A HARVEST IF WE DO NOT GIVE UP.
( GALATIANS 6:9 )

After all we are to be reflectors of God's Love, so: ABOVE
ALL, LOVE EACH OTHER DEEPLY, BECAUSE LOVE
COVERS A MULTITUDE OF SINS. Amen.
( 1 PETER 4:8 )

Have a Wonderful Weekend, and may it be
filled with Love, Hope and Peace! Amen.

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9/29

DO YOU HEAR WHAT THESE CHILDREN ARE SAYING?
"YES!" REPLIED JESUS, "HAVE YOU NEVER READ, FROM
THE LIPS OF CHILDREN AND INFANTS YOU HAVE
ORDAINED PRAISE!"
( MATTHEW 21:16 *NIV )

The Chief Priests were angry at the children for shouting
"Hosanna, to the son of David", as Jesus entered the Temple!
Now Jesus' reply to them referred to Psalm 8:2, which the
Priest's had undoubtedly read many times before!

On the lighter side, we often find that children do amuse us
with their explanations. So, I hope that you will enjoy
the following encounter between a Sunday School Teacher
and her Kindergarten Class! After all, it is said "Laughter is
the best Medicine", especially for a Saturday Morning!

Out Of The Mouth Of Babes.......

After teaching the children about Salvation, the Teacher
asked her Sunday School Class:

"If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and
gave all my money to the Church, would that get me into
Heaven?"

"NO!" the children all answered.

"If I cleaned the Church every day, mowed the yard, and kept
everything neat and tidy, would that get me into Heaven?"

Again, the answer was, "NO!"

"Well, then, if I was kind to animals and gave candy to all the
children, and loved my husband, would that get me into Heaven?"
The Teacher asked them again.

Again, they all answered, "NO!"

"Well," The Teacher replied, "then how can I get into Heaven?"

A five-year-old boy shouted out, "YOU GOTTA BE DEAD!"

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9/30

THE LORD LIVES! PRAISE BE TO MY ROCK! EXALTED
BE GOD MY SAVIOR!
( PSALM 68:46 *NIV )

Today and everyday we should praise our Heavenly
Father: FOR GREAT IS THE LORD AND MOST
WORTHY OF PRAISE; HE IS TO BE FEARED ABOVE
ALL GODS. ( 1 CHRONICLES 16:25 )

After all, it is written: THE RIGHTEOUS CRY OUT,
AND THE LORD HEARS THEM; HE DELIVERS THEM
FROM ALL THEIR TROUBLES. Also: THE LORD IS
CLOSE TO THE BROKENHEARTED AND SAVES
THOSE WHO ARE CRUSHED IN SPIRIT.
( PSALM 34:17-18 )

Further, BECAUSE OF YOUR FATHER'S GOD, WHO
HELPS YOU, BECAUSE OF THE ALMIGHTY, WHO
BLESSES YOU WITH BLESSINGS OF THE HEAVENS
ABOVE. ( GENESIS 49:25 ) )

Therefore, PRAISE BE TO THE GOD AND FATHER
OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, WHO HAS BLESSED
US IN THE HEAVENLY REALMS WITH EVERY
SPIRITUAL BLESSING IN CHRIST. ( EPHESIANS 1:3-4 )

So why not attend Church and: PRAISE GOD IN HIS
SANCTUARY; PRAISE HIM IN HIS MIGHTY HEAVENS.
PRAISE HIM FOR HIS ACTS OF POWER; PRAISE HIM
FOR HIS SURPASSING GREATNESS ( PSALM 150:1-2 )
and let us: GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS
GOOD; HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER! Amen!
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:34 )

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10/1

TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON,
A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN.
( ECCLESIASTES 3:1 *NKJV )

Today in this fast paced World we live in, patience is becoming
a lost art! We may even think that God isn't hearing our prayers
because they aren't answered instantly.

When you find yourself feeling that way remember to: REST IN
THE LORD, AND WAIT PATIENTLY FOR HIM. ( PSALM 37:7 )
Therefore, why not slow down and practice patience,
as well as, take time to enjoy the simple things in life such as:

TAKING TIME
Take time to think...It is the source of
power.

Take time to play...It is the secret of
perpetual youth.

Take time to read...It is the fountain of
wisdom.

Take time to pray...It is the greatest power
on Earth.

Take time to love and be loved...It is a God-
given privilege.

Take time to be friendly...It is the road to
happiness.

Take time to laugh...It is the music of the
soul.

Take time to give...It is too short a day to be
selfish.

Take time to work...It is the price of
success.

Take time to do charity...It is the key to
Heaven.
Author Unknown

Now, have a wonderful week, and may it be
Blessed as well. Amen.

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10/11

THOUGH THE MOUNTAINS BE SHAKEN AND THE HILLS
BE REMOVED, YET MY UNFAILING LOVE FOR YOU WILL
NOT BE SHAKEN NOR MY COVENANT OF PEACE BE
REMOVED, SAYS THE LORD, WHO HAS COMPASSION
ON YOU.
( ISAIAH 54:10 *NIV )

There is no way to measure the tremendous love and
compassion that God has for those who love Him:
FOR THIS IS LOVE: NOT THAT WE LOVED GOD, BUT
HE LOVED US AND SENT HIS SON AS AN ATONING
SACRIFICE FOR OUR SINS. ( 1 JOHN 4:10 ) Therefore;
WE KNOW AND RELY ON THE LOVE GOD HAS FOR
US. GOD IS LOVE. WHOEVER LIVES IN LOVE LIVES
IN GOD, AND GOD IN HIM. ( 1 JOHN 4:16 )

Also through our faith we come to know peace as we
have never known it before, for it is written: THEREFORE,
SINCE WE HAVE BEEN JUSTIFIED THROUGH FAITH,
WE HAVE PEACE WITH GOD THROUGH OUR LORD
JESUS CHRIST. ( ROMANS 5:1 )

Therefore, LET THE PEACE OF CHRIST RULE
YOUR HEARTS, SINCE AS MEMBERS OF ONE BODY
YOU WERE CALLED TO PEACE. AND BE THANKFUL.
( COLOSSIANS 3:15 )

So, if you haven't already, give your heart to
God, for then: THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH
TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD
YOUR HEART AND YOUR MIND IN JESUS CHRIST.
Amen. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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10/12

THE MOON MARKS OFF THE SEASONS, AND THE SUN
KNOWS WHEN TO GO DOWN.
( PSALM 104:19 *NIV )

Autumn is one of my favorite seasons of the year. For, THE
LAND WILL YIELD ITS HARVEST, AND GOD, OUR GOD, WILL
BLESS US, with the beautiful colors of Fall. ( PSALM 67:7 )
This is because: HE HAS MADE EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IN
ITS TIME. ( ECCLESIASTES 3:11 )

After all: AS LONG AS THE EARTH ENDURES, SEEDTIME
AND HARVEST, COLD AND HEAT, SUMMER AND WINTER,
DAY AND NIGHT WILL NEVER CEASE. ( GENESIS 8:22 )
Thus God's beautiful creation is with us all year long, and blessing
us in every season with colors galore!

So, today I would like to share with you a poem about
my favorite season. It is about a.....

Bright October

I know no other season
So filled with warmth and cheer
As on these bright October days
When autumn time is here.

The hills have turned from summer's green
To dazzling red and gold;
The flower beds and brighter, too,
So festive to behold!

The harvest yield is gathered in;
God sends His gifts anew.
Each roadside stand, a harvest fair
That warms the heart of you.

A bluish haze on distant hills,
The maple's scarlet flame;
And oak trees dressed in Joseph-coats
Stands guard along the lane.

Of all the seasons of the year,
Each one with beauty blessed,
I hold to Autumn's warmth and cheer--
I like October best!
Poet, Kay Hoffman

Have a Great Weekend and may it be filled
with peace! Amen.

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10/13

I WILL CRY OUT TO GOD MOST HIGH, TO GOD WHO
PERFORMS ALL THINGS FOR ME. HE SHALL SEND FROM
HEAVEN AND SAVE ME.

A member of our God's Minute family sent me the following
story. I hope that it will Minister to you as it has Ministered to
me. Now, the short story.
_________________________

The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small,
uninhabited island. He prayed feverishly for God to rescue him,
and every day he scanned the horizon for help, but none seemed
forthcoming.

Exhausted, he eventually managed to build a little hut out of
driftwood to protect himself from the elements, and to store his
few possessions. However one day, after scavenging for food,
he arrived home to find his little hut in flames, the smoke
rolling up to the sky. The worst had happened -everything was
lost. He was stunned with grief and anger. "God, how could you
do this to me?" he cried.

Early the next day, however, he was awakened by the sound
of a ship that was approaching the island. It had come to rescue
him. "How did you know I was here?" asked the weary man of his
rescuers. "We saw your smoke signal," they replied.

It's easy to get discouraged sometimes when things appear to
be going badly. But we shouldn't lose heart, because God is at
work in our lives, even in the midst of pain and suffering.
Remember, next time your little hut is burning to the ground, it
just may be a smoke signal that summons the grace of God!
For all the negative things we have to say to ourselves, God has
a positive answer for it. Amen.

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10/14

TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON,
A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN.
( ECCLESIASTES 3:1 *NKJV )

In this fast paced World we live in, patience has become a
lost art! We may even think that God isn't hearing our prayers
because they aren't answered instantly.

When you find yourself feeling that way remember to: REST IN
THE LORD, AND WAIT PATIENTLY FOR HIM. ( PSALM 37:7 )
Therefore, why not slow down and practice patience,
as well as, take time to enjoy the simple things in life like:

TAKING TIME
Take time to think...It is the source of
power.

Take time to play...It is the secret of
perpetual youth.

Take time to read...It is the fountain of
wisdom.

Take time to pray...It is the greatest power
on Earth.

Take time to love and be loved...It is a God-
given privilege.

Take time to be friendly...It is the road to
happiness.

Take time to laugh...It is the music of the
soul.

Take time to give...It is too short a day to be
selfish.

Take time to work...It is the price of
success.

Take time to do charity...It is the key to
Heaven.
Author Unknown

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10/15

THE LORD IS ON MY SIDE; I WILL NOT FEAR. WHAT CAN
MAN DO TO ME?
( PSALM 118:6 *NJKV )

We all have difficulties in our lives from time to time. Times
when dealing with people or situations get us down. Some-
times those difficulties even seem to overwhelm us to the point,
that we feel there is nothing that we can do about it!

Now when that happens remember that it is written: I CAN
DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS
ME. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:13 ) So the next time that you are
faced with something that seems difficult to you, why not
ask for God's help? After all it is written: FOR WITH GOD
NOTHING SHALL BE IMPOSSIBLE. ( LUKE 1:37 )
Therefore remember that with God's Help Noah built the Ark,
while professional men built the Titanic.

So, never feel defeated when you have the awesome
power of God on your side? For your difficulties, no matter how
large, cannot compete with the awesome power of the Lord!
So face those problems with confidence knowing that God will
help you. Amen.

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10/16

PERFUME AND INCENSE BRING JOY TO THE HEART,
AND THE PLEASANTNESS OF ONE'S FRIEND SPRINGS
FROM HIS EARNEST COUNSEL.
( PROVERBS 27:9 *NIV )

As you know a good friend is worth more than gold, for they
will stick by you through good times or bad. For A MAN
WHO HAS FRIENDS MUST HIMSELF BE FRIENDLY, BUT
THERE IS A FRIEND WHO STICKS CLOSER THAN A
BROTHER. ( PROVERBS 18:24 )

Jesus Christ is such a friend, for He has said: "YOU ARE
MY FRIENDS IF YOU DO WHATEVER I COMMAND YOU.
NO LONGER DO I CALL YOU SERVANTS, FOR A SERVANT
DOES NOT KNOW WHAT HIS MASTER IS DOING; BUT I
HAVE CALLED YOU FRIENDS, FOR ALL THINGS THAT I
HEARD FROM MY FATHER I HAVE MADE KNOWN TO
YOU." ( JOHN 15:15-16 )

Therefore I will share a poem with you about our dearest
friend, Jesus Christ. I hope that you will enjoy it!

The Dearest Friend!

I have a Friend in Jesus,
He's ever walking near
To share my every burden
And take away my fear.

It's in His precious name I pray
To our God above;
It's through His sacred teachings that
I learned the way to love.

God did not put me on this earth
To walk life's path alone;
He sent His Son to be my Guide,
The dearest Friend I've known.

No other One could be so true,
He bore the cross for me;
Because He died for my sins
I must ever faithful be.

If you are lonely on life's way
And feel that no one cares,
You have a Friend in Jesus
If you will kneel in prayer.
Poet, Kay Hoffman

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10/17

BE NOT CONFORMED TO THIS WORLD, BUT BE
TRANSFORMED BY THE RENEWING OF YOUR MIND,
THAT YOU MAY PROVE WHAT IS THAT GOOD AND
ACCEPTABLE AND PERFECT WILL OF GOD.
( ROMANS 12:2 *NKJV )

Do not let this World's values and moral standards take
charge of your thinking. Instead let the Holy Spirit direct
your thinking, by renewing your mind. For them you will be
able to understand what God's Will for your life is!

After All, it is when we start following God's Will for us that
we become filled with God's Love, Hope, Faith and Peace!
Also we become a new person, the person we were meant to
be. The Apostle Paul best described this when he wrote:
THEREFORE IF ANYONE IS IN CHRIST, HE IS A NEW
CREATION; THE OLD HAS GONE, THE NEW HAS COME!
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 )

So, SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS ABOVE, NOT ON
THINGS ON THE EARTH. ( COLOSSIANS 3:2 ) So THAT
YOU MAY BECOME BLAMELESS AND HARMLESS,
CHILDREN OF GOD, WITHOUT FAULT IN THE MIDST OF
A CROOKED AND PERVERSE GENERATION, AMONG
WHOM YOU SHINE LIKE LIGHTS IN THE WORLD.
( PHILIPPIANS 2:15 )

Now "shine on" my friend, and may: THE GRACE OF
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU. AMEN
( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:28 )

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10/18

THEN I SAID, "HERE I AM, I HAVE COME--IT IS WRITTEN
IN THE SCROLL. I DESIRE TO DO YOUR WILL, O MY
GOD; YOUR LAW IS WITHIN MY HEART."
( PSALM 40:7-8 *NIV )

God has a plan for each of us, for it is written:
"I KNOW THE PLANS I HAVE FOR YOU, SAYS THE
LORD. "THEY ARE PLANS FOR GOOD, NOT FOR EVIL,
TO GIVE YOU A FUTURE AND A HOPE."
( JEREMIAH 29:11 )

Now when we follow the path that God has for us, we find
that God is a very kind leader. Only He knows our future,
and His plans for us are good and full of hope! This does
not mean that we will be spared pain, suffering, or hardship,
but that God will see us through to a glorious conclusion!

After all, THE PRECEPTS OF THE LORD ARE RIGHT,
GIVING JOY TO THE HEART. THE COMMANDS OF THE
LORD ARE RADIANT, GIVING LIGHT TO THE EYES.
THEY ARE MORE PRECIOUS THAN GOLD, THAN MUCH
PURE GOLD; THEY ARE SWEETER THAN HONEY,
THAN HONEY FROM THE COMB. ( PSALM 19:8 & 10 )

Further, IF THE LORD DELIGHTS IN A MAN'S WAY, HE
MAKES HIS STEPS FIRM; THOUGH HE STUMBLE, HE
WILL NOT FALL, FOR THE LORD UPHOLDS HIM WITH
HIS HAND. ( PSALM 37:23-24 )

So, if you are not already walking the path that
God has chosen for you, why not ask Him in prayer to lead
you to it. For once you have found that path your heart will
become filled with joy, and THE PEACE OF GOD, THAT
TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD
YOUR HEART AND MIND IN CHRIST JESUS. Amen!
( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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10/19

AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSEHOLD, WE WILL SERVE THE
LORD.
( JOSHUA 24:15 *NIV )

As a child of GOD, we are to strive to become as much like
CHRIST as we can possibly be. Remember that CHRIST
came as a Servant, not as a Great King, and Serving others
is an important way of becoming more like JESUS!

After all our Savior JESUS CHRIST said, "FOR EVEN THE
SON OF MAN DID NOT COME TO BE SERVED BUT TO
SERVE, AND TO GIVE HIS LIFE AS A RANSOM FOR MANY."
( MARK 10:45 )

Therefore we should also, BE VERY CAREFUL TO KEEP
THE COMMANDMENT AND THE LAW THAT MOSES THE
SERVANT OF THE LORD GAVE YOU: TO HOLD FAST TO
HIM AND TO SERVE HIM WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND
WITH ALL YOUR SOUL. ( JOSHUA 22:5 )

Now, we may do that by sharing our love with each other,
and by Serving our Heavenly Father as well. Some Serve GOD
by teaching Sunday School, others by helping people who are
in need! After all, there are many ways to Serve our Heavenly
Father.

Therefore why not volunteer to help others when the need
arises, SINCE YOU KNOW THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN
INHERITANCE FROM THE LORD AS A REWARD. IT IS
THE LORD CHRIST YOU ARE SERVING. Amen.
( COLOSSIANS 3:24 )

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10/20

DECLARES THE LORD, "LIKE CLAY IN THE HAND OF THE
POTTER, SO ARE YOU IN MY HAND."
( JEREMIAH 18:6 *NIV )

With Halloween approaching I though you might enjoy the
following message. I received it from one of our fellow
subscribers recently. I have added a few verses that are fitting
for this message. It is simply titled.....

"PUMPKINS"

A woman was asked by a coworker, "What is it like
to be a Christian?" The coworker replied, "It is like being
a pumpkin. God pick you from the patch, brings you in,
and washes all the dirt off of you. Then he cuts off the
top and scoops out all the yucky stuff.

It is written: O LORD, YOU ARE OUR FATHER, WE ARE
THE CLAY, AND YOU OUR POTTER; AND WE ARE THE
WORK OF YOUR HAND. ( ISAIAH 64:8 )

Then He removes the seeds of doubt, hate, greed, and
then He carves you a new smiling face and puts His light
inside of you to shine for all the world to see."

It is written: YOU WILL LIGHT MY LAMP; THE LORD MY
GOD WILL ENLIGHTEN MY DARKNESS. (PSALM 18:28)
So; LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MEN, THAT
THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GLORIFY
YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN! ( MATTHEW 5:16 )

Now this was passed on to me from another "pumpkin."
It is now your turn to pass it on to a few "pumpkins."
I liked this enough to send it to all of the "pumpkins" in the
patch, how about you?

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10/21

"RETURN TO ME, AND I WILL RETURN TO YOU," SAYS
THE LORD ALMIGHTY.
( MALACHI 3:7 *NIV )

There are times that we may find ourselves walking far
from God. Know that if ever that happens to you it is
because we have moved, not because God has left us.
FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD GOES WITH YOU; HE WILL
NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:8 )

Now perhaps we find ourselves feeling abandoned by
God because we are overwhelmed with problems, or
because of the loss of a loved one. If that is the case
remember that: HE DOES NOT WILLINGLY BRING
AFFLICTION OR GRIEF TO THE CHILDREN OF MEN.
( LAMENTATIONS 3:33 )

Therefore if you ever find yourself feeling far from our
Heavenly Father, remember, that God is there with
open arms to receive you back. So, TAKE WORDS
WITH YOU AND RETURN TO THE LORD, SAY TO HIM,
"FORGIVE ALL OUR SINS AND RECEIVE US
GRACIOUSLY." For then He will say: "I WILL HEAL
THEIR BACKSLIDING, I WILL LOVE THEM FREELY."
( HOSEA 14:2 & 4 ) After all that is His promise always,
for JESUS CHRIST IS THE SAME YESTERDAY AND
TODAY AND FOREVER. ( HEBREWS 13:8 )

So if you are feeling far from God right now, LET
US EXAMINE OUR WAYS AND TEST THEM, AND LET
US RETURN TO THE LORD. ( LAMENTATIONS 3:40 )
For He loves you very much!

Now, may THE LORD BLESS YOU AND
KEEP YOU; THE LORD MAKE HIS FACE SHINE UPON
YOU AND BE GRACIOUS TO YOU; THE LORD TURN
HIS FACE TOWARD YOU AND GIVE YOU PEACE,
( NUMBERS 6:24-26 ) and may His: GRACE BE WITH
YOU ALL. AMEN. ( HEBREWS 13:25 )

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10/22

HUMBLE YOURSELVES BEFORE THE LORD, AND HE WILL
LIFT YOU UP.
( JAMES 4:10 *NIV )

Sometimes we all become depressed because of things
that happen in our lives. For sometimes we feel: WE ARE
HARD PRESSED ON EVERY SIDE, BUT NOT CRUSHED;
PERPLEXED, BUT NOT ABANDONED; STRUCK DOWN,
BUT NOT DESTROYED. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 4:8-10 )

Now when you feel the pressures of life remember
the words of king David, for he wrote: THOUGH I WALK IN
THE MIDST OF TROUBLE, YOU PRESERVE MY LIFE;
YOU STRETCH OUT YOUR HAND AGAINST THE ANGER
OF MY FOES, WITH YOUR RIGHT HAND YOU SAVE
ME. ( PSALM 138:7 )

THEREFORE WE DO NOT LOSE HEART. FOR OUR
LIGHT AND MOMENTARY TROUBLES ARE ACHIEVING
FOR US AN ETERNAL GLORY THAT FAR OUTWEIGHS
THEM ALL. SO WE FIX OUR EYES NOT ON WHAT IS
SEEM, BUT WHAT IS UNSEEN. FOR WHAT IS SEEN
IS TEMPORARY, BUT WHAT IS UNSEEN IS ETERNAL.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 4:16-18 )

So, HUMBLE YOURSELF, THEREFORE,
UNDER GOD'S MIGHTY HAND, THAT HE MAY LIFT YOU
UP IN DUE TIME. CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY ON HIM
BECAUSE HE CARES FOR YOU! Amen.
( 1 PETER 5:6-7 )

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10/23

"THE WIND BLOWS WHERE IT PLEASES. YOU HEAR
THE SOUND, BUT YOU CANNOT TELL WHERE IT
COMES FROM OR WHERE IT IS GOING."
( JOHN 3:8 *NIV )

What Jesus was referring to here is the Holy Spirit. For
He often works in mysterious ways that we can't predict,
or at times even understand. And just like the wind, we
cannot control the Holy Spirit either.

After all God has said: "MY THOUGHTS ARE NOT
YOUR THOUGHTS, NEITHER ARE YOUR WAYS MY
WAYS," DECLARES THE LORD. AS THE HEAVENS
ARE HIGHER THAN THE EARTH, SO ARE MY WAYS
HIGHER THAN YOUR WAYS AND MY THOUGHTS
THAT YOUR THOUGHTS." ( ISAIAH 55:8-9 )

Now when you think about it, we could not control our
own physical birth, nor could we control our Spiritual Birth!
For it is written: IT IS GOD WHO HAS MADE US AND
GIVEN US THE SPIRIT AS A DEPOSIT, GUARANTEEING
WHAT IS TO COME. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:5 ) Further,
GOD HAS POURED OUT HIS LOVE INTO OUR HEARTS
BY THE HOLY SPIRIT, WHOM HE HAS GIVEN US.
( ROMANS 5:5 )

Now our Spiritual Birth is the one of the greatest gifts
of them all! For it comes with God's additional gifts of
the fruit of the Spirit: FOR THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT
IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS,
GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS AND
SELF-CONTROL. ( GALATIANS 5:22-23 ) The more
we love our Heavenly Father, the more of these gifts He
gives to us!

Therefore in closing, always remember that
we are not human beings having a Spiritual experience, but
Spiritual Beings having a human experience!

Have a wonderful day and may: THE GRACE OF THE
LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOUR SPIRIT. Amen.
( PHILEMON 25 )

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10/24

FOR GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION BUT OF
PEACE, AS IN ALL THE CHURCHES OF THE SAINTS.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 14:33 *NKJV )

In this world today it is hard for most people to find any
peace at all. Confusion abounds no matter where we go.
Jesus warned us about that for He said: "THESE THINGS I
HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE
PEACE. IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION;
BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE
WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 )

After all it is written that: THE LORD WILL GIVE STRENGTH
TO HIS PEOPLE; THE LORD WILL BLESS HIS PEOPLE
WITH PEACE. ( PSALM 29:11 )

Therefore when you find yourself confused, Tammy,
always look to Jesus Christ for: HE HIMSELF IS OUR
PEACE. ( EPHESIANS 2:14 ) After all He said, "PEACE I
LEAVE WITH YOU, MY PEACE I GIVE YOU."
( JOHN 14:27 )

Now that is a loving caring peace that we become filled
with on our spiritual journey, and peace is only one of the
many blessings we receive on that journey, for it is also
written: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE,
PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS,
GENTLENESS AND SELF-CONTROL. AGAINST SUCH
THINGS THERE IS NO LAW. ( GALATIANS 5:22-23 )

So, it is my prayer that you are well on your way
down that spiritual path right now, and that: THE PEACE OF
GOD WHICH SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL
GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND THROUGH JESUS
CHRIST. Amen! ( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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10/25

A Message From GOD...

"ARISE, SHINE; FOR YOUR LIGHT HAS COME! AND THE
GLORY OF THE LORD IS RISEN UPON YOU."
( ISAIAH 60:1 *NKJV )

"COME LET US WALK IN THE LIGHT OF THE LORD."
( ISAIAH 2:5 ) "FOR ONCE YOU WERE DARKNESS,
BUT NOW YOU ARE LIGHT IN THE LORD. WALK AS
CHILDREN OF LIGHT." ( EPHESIANS 5:8 )

After all, "YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. A
CITY THAT IS SET ON A HILL CANNOT BE HIDDEN.
NOR DO THEY LIGHT A LAMP AND PUT IT UNDER
A BASKET, BUT ON A LAMPSTAND, AND IT
GIVES LIGHT TO ALL WHO ARE IN THE HOUSE."
( MATTHEW 5:14-15 )

So always: "LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE
BEFORE MEN, THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD
WORKS AND GLORIFY YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN."
( MATTHEW 5:16 )

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10/26

HUMBLE YOURSELVES IN THE SIGHT OF THE LORD
AND HE WILL LIFT YOU UP.
( JAMES 4:10 *NKJV )

Sometimes our burdens seem more than we can bear,
and we wonder how we will ever get through them.

Now in times like that always remember that our
Heavenly Father is closest to us for: THE LORD IS NEAR
TO ALL THAT CALL ON HIM. HE WILL FULFILL THE
DESIRE OF THOSE WHO FEAR HIM; HE ALSO WILL
HEAR THEIR CRY AND SAVE THEM.
( PSALM 145:18-19 )

So never feel that you must face those times alone,
for God loves you, and is with you, all of the time! After all
our Heavenly Father is: GRACIOUS AND FULL OF
COMPASSION, SLOW TO ANGER AND GREAT IN
MERCY. THE LORD IS GOOD TO ALL, AND HIS
TENDER MERCIES ARE OVER ALL HIS WORKS.
( PSALM 145:8-9 )

Therefore, when you feel the pressure of one
of life's burdens, and feel that it is more than you can bear,
ask for God's help. For He is ready to lift you up and bear
your burdens for you! After all it is written: THE LORD
UPHOLDS ALL WHO FALL, AND RAISES UP ALL WHO
ARE BOWED DOWN. ( PSALM 145:14 )

Finally, remember the words of our Savior Jesus
Christ, for He said: "COME TO ME, ALL YOU WHO LABOR,
AND ARE HEAVY LADEN, AND I WILL GIVE YOU REST.
Sweet Rest Indeed my friend! Amen. ( MATTHEW 11:28 )

Now have a Wonderful Weekend, and may God richly bless
you!

[tornadokid]

great insight on prayer, not to mention the poignant prayer.


9/5

REJOICE ALWAYS, PRAY WITHOUT CEASING, IN
EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS; FOR THIS IS THE WILL OF
GOD IN CHRIST FOR YOU.
( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 *NKJV )

We are to rejoice even when one of our prayers isn't
answered the way we want. Now that may seem hard to do
but when we realize that God knows what is best for us, it
becomes easier to understand! For some of our prayers,
if answered, could cause us much grief in the long run. After
all only He knows what the future holds, and what is best for
us!

So, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING
BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING,
LET YOUR REQUESTS BE MADE KNOWN TO GOD.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:6 ) because, THE EFFECTIVE, FERVENT
PRAYER OF A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILS MUCH.
( JAMES 5:16 )

Now, there is also an added benefit to your
prayers, for they will lead you to a greater communion with
God, and a much greater understanding of His will for you
as well!
AND SPEAKING OF PRAYER,
I said a prayer for you today,
And I know God must have heard;
I felt the answer in my heart,
Although He spoke not a word.
I didn't ask for wealth or fame,
( I knew you wouldn't mind; )
I asked for priceless treasures rare,
Of a more lasting kind.
I prayed that He'd be near to you,
At the start of each new day,
To grant you health and blessings fair,
And friends to share your way.
I asked for happiness for you,
In all thing great and small,
But that you'd know His loving care,
I prayed most of all. Amen.

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10/28

SO THE KING GAVE THE ORDER, AND THEY BROUGHT
DANIEL AND THREW HIM INTO THE LION'S *DEN.
( DANIEL 6:16 *NIV )
*The Aramaic word for "DEN" means pit, thus implying that
it was underground.

There are times that we may feel just like poor Daniel
did when he was thrown into the lion's den. However,
just like Daniel our faith will come to our rescue as well!

After all, HE WHO DWELLS IN THE SHELTER OF
THE MOST HIGH WILL REST IN THE SHADOW OF THE
ALMIGHTY. I WILL SAY OF THE LORD, HE IS MY
REFUGE AND MY FORTRESS, MY GOD IN WHOM I
TRUST. ( PSALM 91:1-2 ) Further God has said: "FEAR
NOT, FOR I HAVE REDEEMED YOU; I HAVE CALLED
YOU BY NAME; YOU ARE MINE." ( ISAIAH 43:1-2 )

God has also stated: "DO NOT FEAR, FOR I AM WITH
YOU; DO NOT BE DISMAYED, FOR I AM YOUR GOD. I
WILL STRENGTHEN YOU AND HELP YOU; I WILL
UPHOLD YOU WITH MY RIGHTEOUS RIGHT HAND."
( ISAIAH 41:10 ) Therefore, "CALL UPON ME IN THE
DAY OF TROUBLE; I WILL DELIVER YOU, AND YOU
WILL HONOR ME." ( PSALM 50:15 )

So, when you feel like Daniel always: TRUST IN
THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND LEAN NOT
ON YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING; IN ALL YOUR WAYS
ACKNOWLEDGE HIM, AND HE WILL MAKE YOUR
PATHS STRAIGHT. ( PROVERBS 3:5-6 )

Now have a wonderful day, knowing that you
are in good company with God by your side! Amen.

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10/29

JESUS ANSWERED, "EVERYONE WHO DRINKS THIS
WATER WILL BE THIRSTY AGAIN, BUT WHOEVER DRINKS
THE WATER THAT I GIVE HIM WILL NEVER THIRST."
( JOHN 4:13*NIV )

Just as our bodies' hunger and thirst, so do our souls.
However our souls need spiritual food and water. The
Living word, Jesus Christ, and His written Word the
Holy Bible can satisfy our hungry and thirsty souls!
It is written: THE WORD BECAME FLESH AND DWELT
AMOUNG US, AND WE BEHELD HIS GLORY, THE
GLORY OF THE ONLY BEGOTTEN OF THE FATHER,
FULL OF GRACE AND TRUTH. ( JOHN 7:37-38 )
Jesus, said "IF ANYONE THIRSTS, LET HIM COME TO
ME AND DRINK. HE WHO BELIVES IN ME, AS THE
SCRIPTURE HAS SAID, OUT OF HIS HEART WILL
FLOW RIVERS OF LIVING WATER." ( JOHN 7:34-38 )

Now you will find reading the Bible not only nourishes
our souls, it also helps us deal with everyday problems.
FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING AND POWERFUL
. AND SHARPER THAN ANY TWO-EDGED SWORD.
We also gain knowledge and wisdom from God's Word.
It even helps to bring us out of depression, anguish, and
worry as well. What a wonderful Book it is! Why not
spend a little time each day reading it? You will find that
every page you read will bring you a little closer to our
Heavenly Father, and what a wonderful journey that is!
Amen. (HEBREWS 4:12 )

So, LET THE WORD OF CHRIST DWELL
IN YOU RICHLY IN ALL WISDOM, TEACHING AND
ADMONISHING ONE ANOTHER IN PSALMS AND HYMNS
AND SPIRITUAL SINGING WITH GRACE IN YOUR HEART
TO THE LORD. Amen. ( COLOSSIANS 3:16 )

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10/30

BE FAITHFUL, EVEN TO THE POINT OF DEATH, AND I
WILL GIVE YOU THE CROWN OF LIFE.
( REVELATION 2:10 *NIV )

Now there are many times in this life when our
faith is put to the test. Times that we may even feel
that God has abandoned us because a prayer isn't
answered the way we want it to be. Know that it is
written: THOUGH NOW FOR A LITTLE WHILE YOU
MAY HAVE HAD TO SUFFER GRIEF IN ALL KINDS
OF TRIALS. THESE HAVE COME SO THAT YOUR
FAITH--OF GREATER WORTH THAN GOLD, WHICH
PERISHES EVEN THOUGH REFINED BY FIRE--MAY
PROVE GENUINE AND MAY RESULT IN PRAISE,
GLORY AND HONOR WHEN JESUS CHRIST IS
REVEALED. ( 1 PETER 1:6-7 )

Also know that sometimes what we pray for isn't
God's will for us thus: THIS IS THE CONFIDENCE
WE HAVE IN APPROACHING GOD: THAT IF WE
ASK ANYTHING ACCORDING TO HIS WILL, HE
HEARS US. ( 1 JOHN 5:14-15 )

You see, sometimes what we pray for
would actually hurt us in the long run, and our
Heavenly Father is protecting us from that. Other
times we just can't understand God's ways for: NO
ONE KNOWS THE THOUGHTS OF GOD EXCEPT
THE SPIRIT OF GOD. ( 1 Corinthians 2:11 )
However, we do know He loves us very much, and
would never abandoned us or deliberately hurt us.
So we must keep our faith knowing that God is with
us, and that no matter what happens He is in control!

Therefore, it is important that: WE WALK
BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )
trusting that God knows what is best for us, even if a
prayer isn't answered the way we want it to be!

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10/31

GOD GAVE SOLOMON WISDOM AND VERY GREAT INSIGHT,
AND A BREADTH OF UNDERSTANDING AS MEASURELESS
AS THE SAND ON THE SEASHORE.
( 1 KINGS 4:29 *NIV )

Today let us look at "How To Succeed In God's Eyes."
Through the Wisdom of Solomon, we will learn the qualities
that promote success and a good reputation, which should
be the goal of every Christian.

*God's Children should live a righteous life:
"RIGHTEOUSNESS GUARDS THE MAN OF INTEGRITY,
BUT WICKEDNESS OVERTHROWS THE SINNER."
(PROVERBS 13:6 *NIV )

*We should hate all that is false:
"THE RIGHTEOUS HATE ALL THAT IS FALSE, BUT THE
WICKED BRING SHAME AND DISGRACE."
( PROVERBS 13:5 )

*Committing all your works into God's Hands:
"COMMITT TO THE LORD WHATEVER YOU DO, AND YOUR
PLANS WILL SUCCEED." ( PROVERBS 16:3 )

*Restrain your words, and keep from losing your temper:
"A MAN OF KNOWLEDGE USES WORDS WITH RESTRAINT
AND A MAN OF UNDERSTANDING IS EVEN-TEMPERED."
( PROVERBS 17:27 )

*Seek wisdom and understanding:
"HE WHO GETS WISDOM LOVES HIS OWN SOUL; HE
WHO CHERISHES UNDERSTANDING PROSPERS."
( PROVERBS 19:8 )

*Always be truthful:
"A FALSE WITNESS WILL NOT GO UNPUNISHED, AND
HE WHO POURS OUT LIES WILL NOT GO FREE."
( PROVERBS 19:5 )

*Be humble and revere the Lord:
"HUMILITY AND THE [*FEAR] OF THE LORD BRING
WEALTH AND HONOR AND LIFE." ( PROVERBS 22:4 )
[*Fear as used here means reverence!]

*Always be willing to confess and renounce sin.
"HE WHO CONCEALS HIS SIN DOES NOT PROSPER,
BUT WHOEVER CONFESSES AND RENOUNCES THEM
FINDS MERCY." ( PROVERBS 28:13 )

Other verses that deal with one's reputation,
as found in the Book of PROVERBS, are 11:10 & 16; 14:3;
19:10; 22:1; 23:17; 18:24; 13:14.

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11/1

TRUST IN THE LORD, AND DO GOOD; DWELL IN THE
LAND, AND FEED ON HIS FAITHFULNESS.
( PSALM 37:3 *NIV )

When you find yourself faced with a problem, place
it in God's capable hands by asking Him in prayer to handle
it for you! Then, whatever you do, try not to hold on to a little
corner of it and pull it back again. For when you put your
trust in God, He will lead your way! After all are we to: LIVE
BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT anyway.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )

Remember that our Savior Jesus Christ said: "DO NOT
LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED. TRUST IN GOD;
TRUST ALSO IN ME." ( JOHN 14:1 ) So, TRUST IN HIM AT
ALL TIMES, O PEOPLE; POOR OUT YOUR HEARTS TO
HIM, FOR GOD IS OUR REFUGE. ( PSALM 62:8 )

Therefore, always put all your: TRUST IN
HIM AT ALL TIMES, (PSALM 62:8) for it is also written:
BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO MAKES THE LORD HIS
TRUST. ( PSALM 40:4 )

NOW TO HIM WHO IS ABLE TO DO IMMEASURABLY
MORE THAN WE ASK OR IMAGINE, ACCORDING TO THE
POWER THAT IS AT WORK WITHIN US, TO HIM BE GLORY
IN THE CHURCH AND IN JESUS CHRIST THROUGHOUT ALL
GENERATIONS, FOR EVER AND EVER! AMEN.
( EPHESIANS 3:20-21 )

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11/2

AND GOD GAVE SOLOMON WISDOM AND EXCEEDINGLY
GREAT UNDERSTANDING, AND LARGENESS OF HEART
LIKE THE SAND ON THE SEASHORE. AND MEN OF ALL
NATIONS, FROM ALL THE KINGS OF THE EARTH WHO
HAD HEARD OF HIS WISDOM, CAME TO HEAR THE
WISDOM OF SOLOMON.
( 1 KINGS 4:29 & 34 *NKJV )

King Solomon, the tenth son of David, and second
son of Bathsheba was considered to be the smartest man of
his times. Thus his wisdom is still with us today, and may
be found in the Books of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes & Song of
Solomon.

Today let us look at some of the words that God gave to
Solomon to write in the Book of Proverbs. For they contain
wisdom and comfort for the Children of God even today!
This is because: EVERY WORD OF GOD IS PURE; HE IS
A SHIELD TO THOSE WHO PUT THEIR TRUST IN HIM.
( PROVERBS 30:5 )

Now King Solomon wrote:
HE STORES UP SOUND WISDOM FOR THE UPRIGHT;
HE IS A SHIELD TO THOSE WHO WALK UPRIGHTLY.
( PROV 2:7 )

IN ALL YOUR WAYS ACKNOWLEDGE HIM, AND HE
SHALL DIRECT YOUR PATHS. ( PROV 3:6 )

I LOVE THOSE WHO LOVE ME, AND THOSE WHO SEEK
ME DILIGENTLY WILL FIND ME. (PROV 8:17)

HATRED STIRS UP STRIFE, BUT LOVE COVERS ALL
SINS. ( PROV 10:12 )

THE RIGHTEOUS IS DELIVERED FROM TROUBLE, AND
IT COMES TO THE WICKED INSTEAD. ( PROV 11:8 )

PRIDE GOES BEFORE DESTRUCTION, AND A HAUGHTY
SPIRIT BEFORE A FALL. ( PROV 16:18 )

THE SILVER-HAIRED HEAD IS A CROWN OF GLORY, IF
IT IS FOUND IN THE WAY OF RIGHTEOUSNESS.
( PROV 16:31 )

THE SPIRIT OF A MAN IS THE LAMP OF THE LORD,
SEARCHING ALL THE INNER DEPTHS OF HIS HEART.
( PROV 20:27 )

These are just a few for: HE SPOKE THREE
THOUSAND PROVERBS, AND HIS SONGS WERE ONE
THOUSAND AND FIVE. ( 1 KINGS 4:32 ) So why not spend
a little time and read the Book of Proverbs, for one can never
have to much wisdom! Amen.

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11/3

THE RIGHTEOUS MAN LEADS A BLAMELESS LIFE; BLESSED
ARE HIS CHILDREN AFTER HIM.
( PROVERBS 20:7 *NIV )

We will again take a look at what children say, and see
the World through the eyes of a six year old. After all, CHILDREN'S
CHILDREN ARE A CROWN TO THE AGED, AND PARENTS ARE
THE PRIDE OF THEIR CHILDREN. ( PROVERBS 17:6 )

Now the following was sent to me by one of our subscribers.
It teaches us the following message,
DON'T TRY TO ARGUE WITH CHILDREN...

1) A little girl was talking to her teacher about whales. The teacher
said it was physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human
because even though it was a very large mammal its throat was very
small. The little girl stated that Jonah was swallowed by a whale.
Irritated, the teacher reiterated that a whale could not swallow a
human; it was physically impossible.
The little girl said, "When I get to Heaven I will ask Jonah".
The teacher asked, "What if Jonah went to hell?"
The little girl replied, "Then you ask him".

2) A Kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children
while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each
child's work. As she got to one little girl who was working diligently,
she asked what the drawing was? The girl replied, "I'm drawing
God." The teacher paused and said, "But no one knows what God
looks like." Without missing a beat, or looking up from her drawing,
the girl replied, "They will in a minute."

3) A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments
with her five and six year olds. After explaining the commandment to
"honor" thy Father and thy Mother," she asked, "is there a
commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?"
Without hesitating one little boy (the oldest in his family) answered,
"Thou shall not kill."

4) One day a little girl was sitting and watching her mother do the
dishes at the kitchen sink. She suddenly noticed that her mother had
several strands of white hair sticking out in contrast on her brunette
head. She looked at her mother and inquisitively asked, "Why are
some of your hairs white, Mom?" Her mother replied, "Well, every
time that you do something wrong and make me cry or unhappy, one
of my hairs turns white." The little girl thought about this revelation
for
a while and then said, "Momma, how come ALL of grandma's hairs
are white then?"

5) The children had all been photographed, and the teacher was
trying to persuade them each to buy a copy of the group picture.
"Just think how nice it will be to look at it when you are all grown up
and say, 'There's Jennifer; she's a lawyer,' or 'That's Michael. He's
a doctor.'" A small voice at the back of the room rang out, "And
there's the teacher, She's dead."

[admin]

11/4

A LETTER FROM YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER!

The following words come from the heart of God. After all
God loves you, and He is the Father you have been looking
for all your life. This is His Love Letter to you!

My Dear Child,
You may not know me, but I know everything about you. (Ps 139:1)
I know when you sit down and when you rise up. (Psalm 139:2)
I am familiar with all your ways. (Psalm 139:3)
Even the very hairs on your head are numbered. (Matthew 10:29-30)
For you were made in my image. (Genesis 1:27)
In me you live and move and have your being. For you are my
offspring. (Acts 17:28)
I knew you even before you were conceived. (Jeremiah 1:4-5)
I chose you when I planned creation. (Ephesians 1:11-12)
You were not a mistake, for all your days are written in my book.
(Psalm 139:15-16)
I determined the exact time of your birth and where you would
live. (Acts 17:26)
You are fearfully and wonderfully made. (Psalm 139:14)
I knit you together in your mother's womb. (Psalm 139:13)
And brought you forth on the day you were born. (Psalm 71:6)
I have been misrepresented by those who don't know me.
(John 8:41-44)
I am not distant and angry, but am the complete expression of
love. (I John 4:16)
And it is my desire to lavish my love on you. (I John 3:1)
Simply because you are my child and I am your Father. (I John 3:7)
I offer you more than your earthly father ever could. (Matthew 7:11)
For I am the perfect Father. (Matthew 5:48)
Every good gift you receive comes from my hand. (James 1:17)
For I am your provider and I meet your needs. (Matthew 6:31-33)
My plan for your future has always been filled with hope.
(Jeremiah 29:11)
Because I love you with an everlasting love. (Jeremiah 31:3)
My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the
seashore. (Psalm 139:17-18)
And I rejoice over you with singing. (Zephaniah 3:17)
I will never stop doing good to you. (Jeremiah 32:40)
For you are my treasured possession. (Exodus 19:5)
I desire to establish you with all my heart and all my soul.
(Jeremiah 32:41)
And I want to show you great and marvelous things. (Jeremiah 33:3)
For if you seek me with all your heart, you will find me.
(Deuteronomy 4:29)
So, Delight in me and I will give you the desires of your heart.
(Psalm 37:4)
For it is I who gave you those desires. (Philippians 2:13)
I am able to do more for you than you could possibly imagine.
(Ephesians 3:20)
For I am your greatest encourager. (2 Thessalonians 2:16-17)
I am also the Father who comforts you in all your troubles.
(2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
When you are brokenhearted, I am close to you. (Psalm 34:18)
As a shepherd carries a lamb, I have carried you close to my heart.
(Isaiah 40:11)
One day I will wipe away every tear from your eyes. And I will take
away all the pain you have suffered on this earth.(Revelation 21:3-4)
I am your Father, and I love you even as I love my son, Jesus.
(John 17:23)
For in Jesus, my love for you is revealed. (John 17:26)
And to tell you that I am not counting your sins. Jesus died so that
you and I could be reconciled. (2 Corinthians 5;18-19)
His death was the ultimate expression of my love for you.
(I John 4:10)
I gave up everything I loved that I might gain your love.
(Romans 8:31-32)
If you receive the gift of my son Jesus, you receive me. (I John 2:23)
And nothing will ever separate you from my love again.
(Romans 8:38-29)
When it's time for you to Come home and I'll throw the biggest
party heaven has ever seen. (Luke 15:7)
I have always been your Father, and will always be your Father.
(Ephesians 3:14-15)
My question is....Will you be my child? (John 1:12-13)
I am waiting for you. (Luke 15:11-32)

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11/5

THEN JESUS SPOKE TO THEM, SAYING, I AM THE
LIGHT OF THE WORLD. HE WHO FOLLOWS ME SHALL
NOT WALK IN DARKNESS, BUT HAVE THE LIGHT OF
LIFE.
( JOHN 8:12 *NKJV )

Just as the sun provides our physical light, Jesus
is our spiritual light. As Children of God, we always have
that Light to give us hope, and to strengthen us, and guide
us out of the darkness! SO COME LET US WALK IN
THE LIGHT OF THE LORD. ( ISAIAH 2:5 )

What a wonderful Heavenly Father God is! He is always
they're with us no matter what, and always blessing us
with His Hope, Faith, Peace and Love! You see, those
dark times in our lives actually strengthened us, and
shaped us into the people that we are today!

So, as a child of light always: LET YOUR
LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MEN, THAT THEY MAY
SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GLORIFY YOUR
FATHER IN HEAVEN. ( MATTHEW 5:16 ) For,
EVEN IN DARKNESS LIGHT DAWNS FOR THE UPRIGHT,
FOR THE GRACIOUS AND COMPASSIONATE AND
RIGHTEOUS MAN. ( PSALM 112:4 )

Therefore: ARISE, SHINE FOR YOUR LIGHT HAS
COME, AND THE GLORY OF THE LORD RISES UPON
YOU! Amen. ( ISAIAH 60:1 )

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11/6

AT THAT TIME THE DISCIPLES CAME TO JESUS AND
ASKED, "WHO IS THE GREATEST IN THE KINGDOM OF
HEAVEN?" HE CALLED A LITTLE CHILD AND HAD HIM
STAND AMONG THEM. AND HE SAID: "I TELL YOU THE
TRUTH, UNLESS YOU CHANGE AND BECOME LIKE
LITTLE CHILDREN, YOU WILL NEVER ENTER THE
KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. THEREFORE, WHOEVER
HUMBLES HIMSELF LIKE THIS CHILD IS THE GREATEST
IN THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.
( MATTHEW 18:1-4 *NIV )

Jesus used a small child to help Him make a point with
His Disciples, and to us as well!. The point was not to be
childish, but rather childlike, with humble and sincere hearts!

When we think of it, a little child is humble and also has
a pure heart! Further, they are innocent of the evils of the
World, and trusting! For a child trusts whatever a parent
tells them. They have no preconceived ideas in their mind,
and are excited to learn all that they can with honest
curiosity.

When we apply that to ourselves, it means that we must
also be humble, and trust God with all our heart and place
all of our faith in Him. We must also have the desire to
learn His precious Word as well, believing it without
preconceived ideas of our own. For it is written: TRUST
THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND LEAN NOT ON
YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING. ( PROVERBS 3:5 )

For then you will: GROW IN THE GRACE AND
KNOWLEDGE OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS
CHRIST. TO HIM BE GLORY BOTH NOW AND
FOREVER! AMEN. ( 2 PETER 3:18 )

For, THIS IS GOOD AND PLEASES GOD OUR SAVIOR,
WHO WANTS ALL MEN TO BE SAVED AND TO COME
TO A KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUTH. (1 TIMOTHY 2:3-4)

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11/7

THEREFORE HUMBLE YOURSELVES UNDER THE MIGHTY
HAND OF GOD, THAT HE MAY EXALT YOU IN DUE TIME,
CASTING ALL YOUR CARE UPON HIM, FOR HE CARES
FOR YOU.
( 1 PETER 5:6-7 *NKJV )

It is easy to let our pride take over and cause us to be
concerned about our position and status, and we then
long for recognition and praise for what we do. There
is danger in that for it is written: PRIDE GOES BEFORE
DESTRUCTION, AND A HAUGHTY SPIRIT BEFORE A
FALL. ( PROVERBS 16:18 )

Therefore it is important for a Child of God to remember
that God's recognition is far more important than human
praise! For it is written: GOD RESISTS THE PROUD, BUT
GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. ( 1 PETER 5:5 ) After
all, A MAN'S PRIDE WILL BRING HIM LOW, BUT THE
HUMBLE IN SPIRIT WILL RETAIN HONOR.
( PROVERBS 29:23 )

Now becoming humble before God is not self-degradation;
but is a realistic assessment and commitment to believe
that God can and will exalt us when the time is right!
So, have patience and remember that it is
written: HUMBLE YOURSELVES IN THE SIGHT OF THE
LORD, AND HE WILL LIFT YOU UP. Amen.
( JAMES 4:10 )

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11/8

SEEK FIRST THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND HIS
RIGHTEOUSNESS, AND ALL THESE THINGS SHALL BE
ADDED TO YOU.
( MATTHEW 6:33 *NKJV )

Trying to keep up with those who seem to have it all, may
easily cause you to lose focus on what is really important! After
all, many people do evil things to gain large sums of money,
and even seem to get away with it as well.

As God's Children we should: TRUST IN THE LORD, AND DO
GOOD; DWELL IN THE LAND, AND FEED ON HIS
FAITHFULNESS. DELIGHT YOURSELF ALSO IN THE LORD,
AND HE SHALL GIVE YOU THE DESIRES OF YOUR
HEART. ( PSALM 37:3-4 )

Therefore, DO NOT FRET BECAUSE OF EVILDOERS, NOR
BE ENVIOUS OF THE WORKERS OF INIQUITY. FOR THEY
SHALL SOON BE CUT DOWN LIKE THE GRASS, AND WITHER
AS THE GREEN HERB. ( PSALM 37:1-2 ) FOR EVILDOERS
SHALL BE CUT OFF; BUT THOSE WHO WAIT ON THE LORD,
THEY SHALL INHERIT THE EARTH. ( PSALM 37:9 )

So, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING BY
PRAYERS AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING, LET
YOUR REQUESTS BE MADE KNOWN TO GOD; AND THE
PEACE OF GOD WHICH SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING,
WILL GUARD YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST
JESUS. Amen ( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )

Now, relax and enjoy your day, for God is smiling
down upon you right now!

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11/9

ALL THESE BLESSINGS WILL COME UPON YOU AND
ACCOMPANY YOU IF YOU OBEY THE LORD YOUR GOD:
YOU WILL BE BLESSED IN THE CITY AND BLESSED IN
THE COUNTRY. YOU WILL BE BLESSED WHEN YOU
COME IN AND BLESSED WHEN YOU GO OUT.
( DEUTERONOMY 28:2,3, 6 *NIV )

God's many blessings continue to please us, so we should
do our best to please God as well!

We do that by obeying His Commandments and by loving
our neighbors as ourselves. For our Savior Jesus Christ said:
"YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR
HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND.
THIS IS THE FIRST AND GREAT COMMANDMENT. AND THE
SECOND IS LIKE IT: YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR
AS YOURSELF ON THESE TWO COMMANDMENTS HANG
ALL THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS."
( MATTHEW 22:39-40 )

So, do your best each day to live by our Lord's
Commandments, and share your love with others so: THAT
YOU MAY WALK WORTHY OF THE LORD, FULLY
PLEASING HIM, BEING FRUITFUL IN EVERY GOOD WORK
AND INCREASING IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD.
After all when you do, His blessings will flow abundantly
to you! For it is even written that: WHEN A MAN'S WAYS
PLEASE THE LORD, HE MAKES EVEN HIS ENEMIES TO
BE A PEACE WITH HIM. Amen.
( COLOSSIANS 1:10 ) ( PROVERBS 16:7 )

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11/10

Jesus Christ said; WHOEVER ACKNOWLEDGES ME BEFORE
MEN, I WILL ALSO ACKNOWLEDGE HIM BEFORE MY FATHER
IN HEAVEN.
( MATTHEW 10:32-33 *NIV )
The Bible tells us to have an answer for why you
believe for those who ask you. The following is a good example of
an answer to one of the most common reasons people give for
ignoring God and His Goodness.

The following was sent to me this week by one of our subscriber's.
It is called:
"God Exists!"

A man went to a barber shop to have his hair and his beard cut
as always. He began to have a good conversation with the barber
who attended him. They talked about so many things and various
subjects.

Suddenly, they touched on the subject of God. The barber said:
"Look man, I don't believe that God exists."

"Why do you say that?" asked the customer.

Well, it's so easy, you just have to go out in the street to realize
that God does not exist. Oh, tell me, if God exists, would there
be so many sick people? Would there be abandoned children?
If God exists, there would be no suffering nor pain. I can't think of
loving a God who permits all of these things."

The customer thought for a moment, but he didn't respond
because he did not want to start an argument. The barber finished
his job and the customer left the shop. Just after he left the barber
shop, he saw a man in the street with long hair and a beard that
was very long as well, one could tell that it had been a long time
since he had his hair cut. He also looked dirty and unkempt.

The customer entered the barber shop again and he said to the
barber: "You know what? Barbers do not exist."

"How can you say they don't exist?" asked the surprised barber."
I am here and I am a barber. Why I just worked on you!"

"No!" the customer exclaimed. "Barbers don't exist, because if
they did there would be no people with long hair and beard like
that man who is outside."

"Ah, barbers do exist, what happens is that people sometimes do
not come to them."

"Exactly!"- affirmed the customer. "That's the point! God does
exist. What happens is people don't go to Him and do not look
for Him. That's why there is so much suffering and hardship in
this world today." Amen.

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11/11

NOW THE SERPENT WAS MORE CUNNING THAN ANY
BEAST OF THE FIELD WHICH THE LORD HAD MADE.
AND HE SAID TO THE WOMAN, "HAS GOD INDEED
SAID, YOU SHALL NOT EAT OF EVERY TREE OF THE
GARDEN?
( GENESIS 3:1 * NKJV )

The serpent (satan) has been tempting mankind since
the beginning of this Earth age. Just as he tempted
Adam and Eve, he tempts us as well! Therefore you
must: BE SOBER, BE VIGILANT; BECAUSE YOUR
ADVERSARY THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE A
ROARING LION, SEEKING WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR.
( 1 PETER 5:8 )

Now as Childern of God we have added protection for
it is written: NO TEMPTATION HAS OVERTAKEN
YOU EXCEPT SUCH AS IS COMMON TO MAN; BUT
GOD IS FAITHFUL, WHO WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO
BE TEMPTED BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE ABLE, BUT
WITH THE TEMPTATION WILL ALSO MAKE A WAY
OF ESCAPE, THAT YOU MAY BE ABLE TO BEAR IT.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13 )

THEREFORE SUBMIT TO GOD, RESIST THE
DEVIL AND HE WILL FLEE FROM YOU. For when you:
DRAW NEAR TO GOD AND HE WILL DRAW NEAR TO
YOU. ( JAMES 4:7-8 )

So, the next time satan tries to tempt you
tell him to take a hike! For Jesus Christ gave you that
power when He said: "BEHOLD, I GIVE YOU THE
AUTHORITY TO TRAMPLE ON SERPENTS AND
SCORPIONS, AND OVER ALL THE POWER OF THE
ENEMY, AND NOTHING SHALL BY ANY MEANS
HURT YOU." Amen ( LUKE 10:19-20 )

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11/12

DO NOT FORGET TO ENTERTAIN STRANGERS, FOR BY SO
DOING SOME PEOPLE HAVE ENTERTAINED ANGELS
WITHOUT KNOWING IT.
( HEBREWS 13:2 *NIV )

One of the functions of angels is to watch over God's Children
here on Earth. For it is written: HE WILL COMMAND HIS
ANGELS CONCERNING YOU TO GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR
WAYS. ( PSALM 91:11 ) After all: ARE NOT ALL ANGELS
MINISTERING SPIRITS SENT TO SERVE THOSE WHO WILL
INHERIT SALVATION? They sure are! ( HEBREWS 1:14 )

Now let me ask you this, have you ever met an angel? Well,
I bet you have! An angel doesn't have to be a spiritual being,
sometimes they are human beings just like you and me.

Further, when you think about it, we all have encountered
another person who has been just like an angel to us. A person
who has reached out to help, comfort and guide us in times of
need. The World is full of these human angels! I'll even bet that
someone has even called you an angel at one time or another!

So, the next time you encounter a person in
need, reach out and be an angel to them! For it is written:
I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, WHATEVER YOU DID FOR ONE
OF THE LEAST OF THESE BROTHERS OF MINE, YOU
DID FOR ME. Amen. ( MATTHEW 25:40 )

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11/13

"GRACE" AND PEACE BE YOURS IN ABUNDANCE THROUGH
THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD AND OF JESUS OUR LORD.
( 2 PETER 1:2 *NIV )

Did you ever wonder what is meant by God's Grace? Well,
"Grace" means the freely given, "unmerited favor and love
of GOD," given to HIS Children! Now, GOD DEMONSTRATES
HIS OWN LOVE FOR US IN THIS: WHILE WE WERE STILL
SINNERS, CHRIST DIED FOR US. ( ROMANS 5:8 )

Therefore: DEAR FRIENDS, SINCE GOD SO LOVED US,
WE ALSO OUGHT TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER. NO ONE HAS
EVER SEEN GOD; BUT IF WE LOVE ONE ANOTHER, GOD
LIVES IN US AND HIS LOVE IS MADE COMPLETE IN US.
( 1 JOHN 4:11-12 )

So always: LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR
HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH ALL YOUR
MIND AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH. ( MARK 12:30 ) After
all, HE showers us with more love than that every day.

Finally, I PRAY THAT YOU, BEING ROOTED AND
ESTABLISHED IN LOVE, MAY HAVE THE POWER,
TOGETHER WITH ALL THE SAINTS, TO GRASP HOW WIDE
AND LONG AND HIGH AND DEEP IS THE LOVE OF CHRIST,
AND TO KNOW THIS LOVE THAT SURPASSES KNOWLEDGE
THAT YOU MAY BE FILLED TO THE MEASURE OF ALL.
FULLNESS OF GOD! Amen. ( EPHESIANS 3:17-19 )

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11/14

THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERYTHING, AND A SEASON FOR
EVERY ACTIVITY UNDER HEAVEN.
( ECCLESIASTES 3:1 *NIV )

When we take the time to stop and enjoy the World
around us, we find God's beautiful creation everywhere. For
no matter where we may live beauty surrounds us! FOR HE
HAS MADE EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IN ITS TIME.
( ECCLESIASTES 3:11 )

It is especially beautiful this time of year! So why not take
a few moments today and enjoy God's fall creation! It will
make you feel blessed to live in such a beautiful land.

I am closing this message today with a poem that I hope
you will enjoy as much as I do. It is titled:

AUTUMN IS NATURE'S MASTERPIECE

Autumn is Nature's masterpiece
When every tree's aglow;
Before the leaves have fallen
And the hills are white with snow.

The bounty of the harvest
Is a treasure to behold,
For the fruits of our labor
Are more valuable than gold.

There's a change in the weather
That fills the heart with cheer;
With the holidays approaching
In the twilight of the year.

There's a feeling of thanksgiving
That comes to one and all;
When we count our many blessings
As the leaves begin to fall.
Poet: Clay Harrison

Now have a wonderful day, and may God Bless You! Amen.

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11/15

LIKEWISE, I SAY TO YOU, THERE IS JOY IN THE
PRESENCE OF THE ANGELS OF GOD OVER ONE
SINNER WHO REPENTS.
( LUKE 15:10 *NKJV )

Each person on the face of the Earth is precious to
our Heavenly Father! He grieves each time a soul is
lost, for God is: LONGSUFFERING TOWARD US NOT
WILLING THAT ANY SHOULD PERISH BUT ALL
SHOULD COME TO REPENTANCE. ( 2 PETER 3:9 )
Therefore all the company of Heaven rejoices over every
person that has been brought into His Kingdom!

Now we can help bring lost souls into the Kingdom of
Heaven by telling them about our Heavenly Father. For,
FAITH COMES FROM HEARING, AND HEARING BY
THE WORD OF GOD. ( ROMANS 10:17 ) We can
also help by showing them the way we live. We do that
by living according to the Scriptures, obeying the Laws
of God, and by our showing loving kindness and mercy
towards others.

Therefore, I have found no greater pleasure
than sharing God's Love with others, even strangers!
For always remember that the stranger we meet today,
may very well become a good friend tomorrow!

So have a wonderful day, and why not let your
love light shine brightly today and every day. After all it
just might light a pathway for someone lost in the
darkness, and save a soul as well! Amen.

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11/16

REMAIN IN ME, AND I WILL REMAIN IN YOU. NO BRANCH CAN
BEAR FRUIT BY ITS SELF; IT MUST REMAIN IN THE VINE.
NEITHER CAN YOU BEAR FRUIT UNLESS YOU REMAIN IN ME.
I AM THE VINE; YOU ARE THE BRANCHES. IF A MAN REMAINS
IN ME AND I IN HIM, HE WILL BEAR MUCH FRUIT; APART FROM
ME YOU CAN DO NOTHING.
( JOHN 15:4-5 *NIV )

Now Jesus is the vine, God is the gardener and we are the
branches. Now you may ask what is this fruit? The answer
may be found in the Book of Galatians for; THE FRUIT
OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE,
KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS
AND SELF CONTROL. AGAINST SUCH THINGS THERE IS
NO LAW. (GALATIANS 5:22-23 )

This fruit of the Spirit is the work of the Holy Spirit within us,
for it produces these character traits in us. It helps us to
become more like Christ, which should be the goal of every
Christian.

So, why not take a few minutes tonight and read this
wonderful 15th Chapter of John. For those words were spoken
by our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Now may God Bless You, and grant you Peace! Amen.

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11/17

THEN THE LITTLE CHILDREN WERE BROUGHT TO HIM THAT
HE MIGHT PUT HIS HANDS ON THEM AND PRAY, BUT THE
DISCIPLES REBUKED THEM. BUT JESUS SAID, "LET THE
LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME, AND DO NOT FORBID THEM,
FOR OF SUCH IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN." AND HE LAID
HIS HANDS ON THEM AND DEPARTED FROM THERE.
( MATTHEW 19:13-15 *NJKV )

Now it is well known how much Jesus loves little
children, so today I will share with you a message that I
have received from one of our Subscribers. For we know
that out of the mouths of babes' come amazing things!

Now if you know the Bible - even a little - you'll find this
hilarious! It comes from a Christian elementary school;
kids were asked questions about the Old & New Testaments.
Hopefully, this was a Kindergarten Class!

The following statements about the Bible were written by
the children; they have not been retouched or corrected
(i.e. incorrect spelling has been left in etc.)

1. In the first book of the bible, Guinessis, God got
tired of creating the world, so he took the Sabbath off.

2. Adam and Eve were created from an apple tree. Noah's
wife was called Joan of Ark. Noah built an ark, which the
animals come on in pears.

3. Lot's wife was a pillar of salt by day, but a ball of
fire by night.

4. The Jews were a proud people and throughout history
they had trouble with the unsympathetic Genitals.

5. Samson was a strongman who let himself be led astray
by a Jezebel like Delilah.

6. Samson slayed the Philistines with the axe of the
Apostles.

7. Moses led the Hebrews to the Red Sea, where they made
unleavened bread which is bread without any ingredients

8. The Egyptians were all drowned in the dessert.
Afterwards, Moses went up on Mount Cyanide to get the ten
ammendments.

9. The first commandment was when Eve told adam to eat
the apple.

10. the seventh commandment is thou shalt not admit
adultery.

11. Moses died before he ever reaches Canada. Then Joshua
led the Hebrews in the battle of Geritol.

12. The greatest miracle in the Bible is when Joshua told
his son to stand still and they obeyed him.

13. David was a Hebrew king skilled at playing the liar.
He fought with the Finklesteins, a race of people who
lived in Biblical times.

14. Solomon, one of David's sons, had 300 wives and 700
porcupines.

15. When Mary heard that she was the mother of Jesus, she
sang the Magna Carta.

16. When the three wise guys from the east side arrived,
they found Jesus in the manager.

17. Jesus was born because Mary had an immaculate
contraption.

18. St. John the blacksmith dumped water on his head.

19. Jesus enunciated the Golden Rule, which says to do
one to others before they do one to you. He also
explained, a man doth not live by sweat alone.

20. It was a miracle when Jesus rose from the dead and
managed to get the tombstone off the entrance.

21. The people who followed the lord were called the 12
decibels.

22. The epistles were the wives of the apostles.

23. One of the opossums was St. Matthew who was also a
taximan.

24. St. Paul cavorted to Christianity. He preached holy
acrimony, which is another name for marriage.

25. Christians have only one spouse. This is called
monotony.

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11/18

EVERY GOOD AND PERFECT GIFT IS FROM ABOVE, COMING
DOWN FROM THE FATHER OF THE HEAVENLY LIGHTS, WHO
DOES NOT CHANGE LIKE SHIFTING SHADOWS.
( JAMES 1:17 *NIV )

It is important to remember that our many blessings are from
our Heavenly Father. Therefore we should count our blessings
and thank Him for them daily: ALWAYS GIVING THANKS TO
GOD THE FATHER FOR EVERYTHING, IN THE NAME OF
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. ( EPHESIANS 5:20 )

Now the following poem sums this up much better then I could!
I hope that you will enjoy it!

DRINKING FROM MY SAUCER

I've never made a fortune
And its probably to late now,
But I don't worry about that much
I'm happy anyhow.

And as I go along life's way
I'm reaping better than I sow.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!

Haven't got a lot of riches
And sometimes the going's tough,
But I've got loving ones around me
And that makes me rich enough.

I thank God for His blessings
And the mercies He's bestowed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!

Oh, I remember times when things went wrong
And my faith wore somewhat thin.
But all at once the dark clouds broke
And sun peeped through again.

So Lord, help me not to gripe
About the tough rows that I've hoed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
"Cause my cup has overflowed!

If God gives me strength and courage
When the way grows steep and rough,
I'll not ask for other blessings
I'm already blessed enough.

And may I never be too busy
To help others bear their loads,
Them I'll keep drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
Author Unknown......

Therefore, THANKS BE TO GOD FOR HIS WONDERFUL
GIFT. For through Him all blessings flow indeed. Amen!
( 2 Corinthians 9:15 )

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11/19

DO ALL THINGS WITHOUT COMPLAINING AND DISPUTING,
THAT YOU MAY BECOME BLAMELESS AND HARMLESS,
CHILDREN OF GOD WITHOUT FAULT IN THE MIDST OF A
CROOKED AND PERVERSE GENERATION, AMONG WHOM
YOU SHINE AS LIGHTS IN THE WORLD.
( PHILIPPIANS 2:15 *NKJV )

As a Child of God you are now: THE LIGHT OF THE
WORLD. ( MATTHEW 5:14 ) FOR YOU WERE ONCE
DARKNESS, BUT NOW YOU ARE LIGHT IN THE LORD.
WALK AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT. ( EPHESIANS 5:8 )

When we walk in God's Light our hearts become reflectors
of His Great Light. We become a beacon to others especially
those who are still living in darkness.

So, LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MEN,
THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GLORIFY
YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN. (MATTHEW 5:16) For by doing
so we plant seeds of faith in those who have lost their way, and
I TELL YOU THAT IN THE SAME WAY THERE WILL BE MORE
JOY IN HEAVEN OVER ONE SINNER WHO REPENTS
THAN OVER NINETY-NINE RIGHTEOUS PERSONS WHO
DO NOT NEED TO REPENT. ( LUKE 15:7 )

Further, IF YOU WALK IN THE LIGHT AS HE IS IN THE
LIGHT, WE HAVE FELLOWSHIP WITH ONE ANOTHER, AND
THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST HIS SON CLEANSES US
FROM ALL SIN. ( 1 JOHN 1:7 ) So it's a win, win, situation
indeed.

Therefore, ARISE, SHINE; FOR YOUR LIGHT HAS
COME! AND THE GLORY OF THE LORD IS RISEN UPON
YOU. Amen.

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11/20

THE RIGHTEOUS CRY OUT, AND THE LORD HEARS,
AND DELIVERS THEM OUT OF THEIR TROUBLES.
( PSALM 34:17 *NKJV )

Sometimes our burdens seem more than we can bear,
and we wonder how we will ever get through them.

Now in times like that always remember that our
Heavenly Father is closest to us for: THE LORD IS NEAR
TO ALL THAT CALL ON HIM. HE WILL FULFILL THE
DESIRE OF THOSE WHO FEAR HIM; HE ALSO WILL
HEAR THEIR CRY AND SAVE THEM.
( PSALM 145:18-19 )

So never feel that you must face those times alone,
for God loves you, and is with you, all of the time! After all
our Heavenly Father is: GRACIOUS AND FULL OF
COMPASSION, SLOW TO ANGER AND GREAT IN
MERCY. THE LORD IS GOOD TO ALL, AND HIS
TENDER MERCIES ARE OVER ALL HIS WORKS.
( PSALM 145:8-9 )

Therefore, when you feel the pressure of one
of life's burdens, and feel that it is more than you can bear,
ask for God's help. For He is ready to lift you up and bear
your burdens for you! After all it is written: THE LORD
UPHOLDS ALL WHO FALL, AND RAISES UP ALL WHO
ARE BOWED DOWN. ( PSALM 145:14 )

Finally, remember the words of our Savior Jesus
Christ, for He said: "COME TO ME, ALL YOU WHO LABOR,
AND ARE HEAVY LADEN, AND I WILL GIVE YOU REST."
Sweet Rest Indeed my friend! Amen. ( MATTHEW 11:28 )

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11/21

WHEN YOU PASS THROUGH THE WATERS, I WILL BE
WITH YOU; AND THROUGH THE RIVERS, THEY SHALL
NOT OVERFLOW YOU. WHEN YOU WALK THROUGH
THE FIRE, YOU SHALL NOT BE BURNED, NOR SHALL
THE FLAME SCORCH YOU.
( ISAIAH 43:2 *NKJV )

There are times in our life when we find ourselves in
difficult situations. Times when our faith is put to the test.
We may even feel that God has abandoned us, and that
we are all alone.

When you feel that way remember that it is written, I
WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU.
( HEBREWS 13:5 ) SO WE MAY BOLDLY SAY: THE
LORD IS MY HELPER; I WILL NOT FEAR. WHAT CAN
MAN DO TO ME. ( HEBREWS 13:6 )

Therefore, when you pass through the waters of difficulty,
and the flames of distress, know that God is always there
with you. For, THE LORD IS GOOD, A STRONGHOLD IN
THE DAY OF TROUBLE; AND HE KNOWS THOSE WHO
TRUST IN HIM. ( NAHUM 1:7 )

So, always remember that you are walking,
hand in hand, with your Heavenly Father when those difficult
times arrive, and that He Loves You very much because
you are one of His beloved children! Amen!

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11/22

THE LORD WILL OPEN THE HEAVENS, THE STOREHOUSE
OF HIS BOUNTY, TO SEND RAIN ON YOUR LAND IN SEASON
AND TO BLESS THE WORK OF YOUR HANDS. YOU WILL
LEND TO MANY NATIONS BUT WILL BORROW FROM NONE.
( DEUTERONOMY 28:12 *NIV )

Many believe that this verse was written about
the United States.

It is important today as we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving,
that we remember how truly blessed we are in this Country, and
that all blessings flow from our Heavenly Father. So as you
prepare to celebrate this Holiday, be sure to give thanks to God
for all of your blessings?

I am closing this message today with a poem that I hope
you will enjoy.

AUTUMN IS NATURE'S MASTERPIECE

Autumn is Nature's masterpiece
When every tree's aglow;
Before the leaves have fallen
And the hills are white with snow.

The bounty of the harvest
Is a treasure to behold,
For the fruits of our labor
Are more valuable than gold.

There's a change in the weather
That fills the heart with cheer;
With the holidays approaching
In the twilight of the year.

There's a feeling of Thanksgiving
That comes to one and all;
When we count our many blessings
As the leaves begin to fall.
Poet: Clay Harrison

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, and may God Bless You!

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11/23

HE WILL COMMAND HIS ANGELS CONCERNING YOU
TO GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS; THEY WILL
LIFT YOU UP IN THEIR HANDS, SO THAT YOU WILL
NOT STRIKE YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE.
( PSALM 91:11-12 *NIV )

One of the functions of angels is to watch over
God's Children here on Earth. For it is written; HE WILL
COMMAND HIS ANGELS CONCERNING YOU TO
GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS. ( HEBREWS 1:14 )
Therefore it is clear that our Heavenly Father will send us
an angel in times of need!

Now, let me ask you this, have you ever met an angel?
Well I bet you have! An angel doesn't have to be a Spiritual
Being, sometimes they are human beings just like you
and me. When you think about it, we all have encountered
another person who has been just like an angel to us.
A person who has reached out to help, comfort and guide
us in times of need. The World is full of these human
angels! I'll even bet that someone has even called you an
angel at one time or another.

So, the next time you encounter a person in need,
reach out and be an angel to them! Your Heavenly Father
will bless you for it!

Now may; THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST,
AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE COMMUNION OF THE
HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU. Amen.

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11/24

THE LORD IS THE EVERLASTING GOD, THE CREATOR OF
THE ENDS OF THE EARTH. HE WILL NOT GROW TIRED OR
WEARY, AND HIS UNDERSTANDING NO ONE CAN FATHOM.
( ISAIAH 40:28 *NIV )

Now one of our subscribers send me the following story
and It has a big lesson in it for all of us. It is titled:

The Puzzle:

A father wanted to read a magazine but was being bothered by
his little daughter, Kelly. Finally, he tore a sheet out of his
magazine on which was printed the map of the World.

Then tearing it into small pieces, he gave it to Kelly, and said,
"Go into the other room and see if you can put this together."
He was sure that would keep her busy all afternoon!

After only a few minutes, Kelly returned and handed him the
map, correctly fitted together. The father was surprised and asked
how she had finished so quickly.

"Oh," she said, on the other side of the paper is a picture of
Jesus. When I got all of Jesus back where He belonged, then the
World came together.....
__________________

We may Smile and have a Wonderful Day with Jesus in the
center of our picture as well, for HE TENDS HIS FLOCK LIKE
A SHEPHERD; HE GATHERS THE LAMBS IN HIS ARMS
AND CARRIES THEM CLOSE TO HIS HEART; HE GENTLY
LEADS THOSE WHO HAVE YOUNG. ( ISAIAH 40:11 )
So always remember to keep Jesus in the center of your life,
and your World will come together as well!

Now, MAY THE GOD OF PEACE, WHO
THROUGH THE BLOOD OF THE ETERNAL COVENANT
BROUGHT BACK FROM THE DEAD OUR LORD JESUS,
THE GREAT SHEPHERD OF THE SHEEP, EQUIP YOU
WITH EVERYTHING GOOD FOR DOING HIS WILL, AND
MAY HE WORK IN US WHAT IS PLEASING TO HIM,
THROUGH JESUS CHRIST, TO WHOM BE GLORY FOR
EVER AND EVER. AMEN. ( HEBREWS 13:20-21 )

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11/25

BEFORE I FORMED YOU IN THE WOMB I KNEW YOU;
BEFORE YOU WERE BORN I SANCTIFIED YOU.
( JEREMIAH 1:4 *NKJV )

Now have you ever felt that God doesn't even know you,
or doesn't care what happens to you? Well, today we will
take a look at just how well God knows each and every one
of His Children, and how very important we all are to Him!

Now before we start it is important to remember that the
purpose of His intimate knowledge of us is to be Protective
and Helpful, not Judgmental and Condemning! Thus an
expression of His deep Love for each one of His Children!

Let us begin with the words of King David: "O LORD,
YOU HAVE SEARCHED ME AND KNOW ME. YOU
KNOW WHEN I SIT AND WHEN I RISE; YOU PERCEIVE
MY THOUGHTS FROM AFAR." ( PSALM 139:1-2 )

Now we may not want others to know us very well, but
God already knows everything about us. For, EVEN THE
VERY HAIRS OF YOUR HEAD ARE ALL NUMBERED.
( MATTHEW 10:30 )

YOU DISCERN MY GOING OUT AND MY LYING DOWN;
YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL MY WAYS."
( PSALM 139:3 ) For it is also written: "DOES HE NOT
SEE MY WAYS AND COUNT MY EVERY STEP?
( JOB 31:4 )

Also, "BEFORE A WORD IS ON MY TONGUE YOU
KNOW IT COMPLETELY, O LORD." ( PSALM 139:4 )
For, "NOTHING IN ALL CREATION IS HIDDEN FROM
GOD'S SIGHT. EVERYTHING IS UNCOVERED AND
LAID BARE BEFORE THE EYES OF HIM."
( HEBREWS 4:13 )

After all: YOU CREATED MY INMOST BEING; YOU
KNIT ME TOGETHER IN MY MOTHER'S WOMB."
( PSALM 139:13 ) "MY FRAME WAS NOT HIDDEN
FROM YOU WHEN I WAS MADE IN THE SECRET
PLACE. YOUR EYES SAW MY UNFORMED BODY.
ALL THE DAYS ORDAINED FOR ME WERE WRITTEN
IN YOUR BOOK BEFORE ONE OF THEM CAME TO BE.
( PSALM 139:15 & 16 )

Now you know how intimately God knows you, and you
may know Him intimately as well by reading His Letter To
You! ( The Bible ) So why not pick up and read the Bible
tonight?

Have a Wonderful Week, and know that God
Loves You Dearly, for you are His Child and He even
smiles every time He thinks about You! Amen.

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11/26

LET THE PEACE OF CHRIST RULE YOUR HEARTS, SINCE AS
MEMBERS OF ONE BODY YOU WERE CALLED TO PEACE.
AND BE THANKFUL.
( COLOSSIANS 3:15 *NIV )

In this World today it is hard for many to find any
peace at all! Perhaps it was that way for you before you
accepted Jesus Christ. BUT NOW IN CHRIST JESUS YOU
WHO ONCE WERE FAR AWAY HAVE BEEN BROUGHT
NEAR THROUGH THE BLOOD OF CHRIST. ( EPHESIANS 2:13 )
And through our relationship with Jesus Christ we have peace
because: HE HIMSELF IS OUR PEACE. ( EPHESIANS 2:14 )

Therefore always have faith in God knowing that He is in
control of everything, and will help His Children through any
difficulty. After all it is written: DO NOT BE ANXIOUS ABOUT
ANYTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING, BY PRAYER AND PETITION,
WITH THANKSGIVING, PRESENT YOUR REQUESTS TO GOD
AND THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH TRANSCENDS ALL
UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD YOUR HEARTS AND YOUR
MINDS IN CHRIST JESUS. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )

So, if you aren't enjoying the Peace of God that
transcends all understanding right now, do as our Savior
Jesus Christ taught us, for He said: "DO NOT LET YOUR
HEARTS BE TROUBLED. TRUST IN GOD; TRUST ALSO
IN ME." For when you do, you will find true peace indeed!
Amen. ( JOHN 14:1 )

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11/27

"ALL OF THE DAYS OF THE AFFLICTED ARE EVIL, BUT HE
WHO IS OF A MERRY HEART HAS A CONTINUAL FEAST."
( PROVERBS 15:15 *NKJV )

We are all Architects of our own future! The thoughts we
have today dictate what our future holds for us tomorrow.
Therefore a person who has positive thoughts shall have positive
results, just as a person who has negative thoughts shall attract
negative results in their life.

Therefore if we start our day by counting all of our blessings,
and then try to have positive thoughts all day, our hearts will be
indeed merry! Thus as it is written: "A MERRY HEART MAKES
A CHEERFUL COUNTENANCE, BUT BY SORROW OF THE
HEART THE SPIRIT IS BROKEN." ( PROVERBS 15:13 )

Therefore be thankful for all that you have, for "HAPPY ARE
THE PEOPLE WHO ARE IN SUCH A STATE; HAPPY ARE
THE PEOPLE WHOSE GOD IS THE LORD!"
( PSALM 144:15 ) After all it is then that you will have a
continual feast! So enjoy your meal, and by the way, the
special today is a double helping of God's Love!

Now may, "THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST,
AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE COMMUNION OF THE
HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU ALL." AMEN.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14 )

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11/28

HE IS THE ROCK, HIS WORKS ARE PERFECT, AND ALL HIS
WAYS ARE JUST. A FAITHFUL GOD WHO DOES NO
WRONG, UPRIGHT AND JUST IS HE.
( DEUTERONOMY 32:4 *NIV )

As a Child of God we have the blessing of being able to lean
on the "Rock." For when troubles hit our lives we can always
count on God for help. He is always there with us providing
strength, comfort and guidance during times of trouble, sorrow,
sickness or any other adversity!

The Prophet David wrote, "THE LORD IN MY ROCK, MY
FORTRESS AND MY DELIVERER; MY GOD IS MY ROCK, IN
WHOM I TAKE REFUGE. HE IS MY SHIELD AND THE HORN*
OF MY SALVATION, MY STRONGHOLD." ( PSALM 18:2 )
["HORN" means power]

So my friend, always put your trust in God to provide your
refuge, and be your shield and power as well. After all He loves
you very much, and is always with you! Amen.

Therefore remember that: GOD LOVES A CHEERFUL GIVER
( 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7 ) So please: GIVE GENEROUSLY TO HIM
AND DO SO WITHOUT A GRUDGING HEART; THEN
BECAUSE OF THIS THE LORD YOUR GOD WILL BLESS YOU
IN ALL YOUR WORK AND EVERYTHING YOU PUT YOUR
HANDS TO. Amen. ( DEUTERONOMY 15:10 )

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11/29

FOR IN HIM WE LIVE AND MOVE AND HAVE OUR BEING.
AS SOME OF YOUR OWN POETS HAVE SAID, "WE ARE
HIS OFFSPRING."
( ACTS 17:28 *NIV )

There are times when we may think we are not important to
God, after all there are tens of millions of Christians alive right
now. So how can just one person make a difference to our
Heavenly Father?

Well, God knows you intimately for it is written:
INDEED, THE VERY HAIRS OF YOUR HEAD ARE ALL
NUMBERED. ( LUKE 12:7 ) After all God calls you His Child,
and even though you are just one in His Family of millions, He
knows you intimately!

Remember that He has said: "BEFORE I FORMED YOU
IN THE WOMB I KNEW YOU, BEFORE YOU WERE BORN
I SET YOU APART," ( JEREMIAH 1:5 ) and He even made
you in His own image did He not.

So always remember that He is very proud of you, and
THE LORD YOUR GOD IS WITH YOU, HE WILL TAKE
GREAT DELIGHT IN YOU; HE WILL QUIET YOU WITH HIS
LOVE, HE WILL REJOICE OVER YOU WITH SINGING.
( ZEPHANIAH 3:17 ) Therefore, may you feel blessed in
knowing that joy fills God's heart every time He thinks
about you! Amen.

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11/30

LET THEM GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD FOR HIS
UNFAILING LOVE AND HIS WONDERFUL DEEDS FOR
MEN.
( PSALM 107:8 *NIV )

Today, we will look at the shortest Chapter
in the Bible. It is located very close to the center of the
Bible as well, which is Psalm 118:8. Now the Chapter I
am speaking of is the 117th in the Book of Psalms.
Though it is only two verses of praise for our Heavenly
Father, it gives us two big reasons to praise Him indeed!

PSALM 117

1. PRAISE THE LORD, ALL YOU GENTILES! LAUD HIM,
ALL YOU PEOPLES!
[Laud] means, "to speak very well of." The Hebrew word
for Gentiles means all people except the Jews; thus this
word means all other groups, along ethnic or language
lines.

2. FOR HIS MERCIFUL KINDNESS IS GREAT TOWARD
US, AND THE TRUTH OF THE LORD ENDURES
FOREVER. PRAISE THE LORD!
Merciful kindness refers to God's faithfulness to His
Covenant promises, to His Children all over the World.

Now, have you ever said to yourself, "I can't
think of anything that God has done for me lately. Therefore
how can I praise Him?" Well, this short Psalm gives us
two big reasons to praise our Heavenly Father; His
tremendous love toward us, and His faithfulness that
endures forever. So just think, if God did nothing else for
us He would still be worthy of our highest praise everyday!

Have a Wonderful Weekend, and may the
Love of God fill your heart and mind, today and always!
Amen. Amen!

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12/1

It is written: IF I SAY, 'I WILL FORGET MY COMPLAINT, I
WILL CHANGE MY EXPRESSION, AND SMILE.'
( JOB 9:27 * NIV )

We all have days when we feel overwhelmed with life's
many problems. However complaining about then doesn't
change a thing! So why not smile instead of frown, for
it is said; "Smile and the whole World smiles with you,
frown and you frown alone!"

Now what better way to find a smile than to laugh with
joy. So enjoy today's message, and let it be said: OUR
MOUTHS WERE FILLED WITH LAUGHTER, OUR
TONGUES WITH SONGS OF JOY. For THE LORD HAS
DONE GREAT THINGS FOR US, AND WE ARE FILLED
WITH JOY. ( PSALM 126:2-3 )

Therefore, today's message is one that was
sent to us by one of our Dear Subscribers. It will bring a
smile, as well as, a laugh or two. It contains things that
were actually found on Church Marquee Signs:

The best vitamin for a Christian is B1.

Under same management for over 2000 years!

Soul food served here.

Tithe if you love Jesus! Anyone can honk!

Don't wait for the hearse to take you to church.

Don't give up. Moses was once a basket case.

Life has many choices. Eternity has two. What's yours?

Worry is interest paid on trouble before it is due.

Wal-Mart isn't the only saving place!

Prevent truth decay. Brush up on your Bible.

It's hard to stumble when you're down on your knees.

What part of "Thou Shalt Not" don't you understand?

A clear conscience make a soft pillow.

The wages of sin is death. Repent before payday.

Never give the devil a ride. He will always want to drive.

Can't Sleep? Try counting your blessings.

Forbidden fruit creates many jams.

Christians, keep the faith...but not from others!

Satan subtracts and divides. God multiplies and multiplies.

To belittle is to be little.

Don't let the littleness in others bring out the littleness in you.

God answers all knee-mail.

Try Jesus. If you don't like Him, the devil will always take you back.

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12/2
SO GOD CREATED MAN IN HIS OWN IMAGE, IN THE IMAGE
OF GOD HE CREATED HIM; MALE AND FEMALE HE
CREATED THEM.
( GENESIS 1:27 *NIV )

We are indeed made in God's image. When you think about
that it means, God has feelings and emotions just like we do.
Now that means that God can experience anger just as we
sometimes do. Remember Noah's Flood, as well as, Sodom &
Gomorrah to just name two. How about Jesus in the Temple
with the money changers, now that was righteous indignation
indeed!

Then there is Love, who has more Love than our Heavenly
Father: FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE
HIS ONE AND ONLY SON, THAT WHOEVER BELIEVES IN
HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE ETERNAL LIFE.
( JOHN 3:16 ) AND WE KNOW AND RELY ON THE LOVE
GOD HAS FOR US, FOR GOD IS LOVE. ( 1 JOHN 4:16 )

God also experiences sorrow, remember when Jesus went to
raise Lazarus from the dead? Is it not written that first: JESUS
WEPT, ( JOHN 11:35 ) then He raised Lazarus from the dead!

So, when you think about God remember He is
your Loving, Caring, Heavenly Father. A Father who understands,
and is always there for you no matter what. One that you may
always turn to with all of your troubles and sorrows, for He truly
understands!

Therefore always tell God how much you love Him when you
pray, and never be afraid to share anything with Him! After all:
THE LORD YOUR GOD IS WITH YOU, HE IS MIGHTY TO SAVE.
HE WILL TAKE GREAT DELIGHT IN YOU, HE WILL QUIET
YOU WITH HIS LOVE, HE WILL REJOICE OVER YOU WITH
SINGING. Amen. ( ZEPHANIAH 3:17 )

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12/3

Jesus said, "HE WHO HAS MY COMMANDMENTS AND
KEEPS THEM, IT IS HE WHO LOVES ME. AND HE WHO
LOVES ME WILL BE LOVED BY MY FATHER, AND I WILL
LOVE HIM AND MANIFEST MYSELF TO HIM."
( JOHN 14:21 *NKJV )

When we lovingly obey God's Commandments, and study
His Word we begin to experience a more intimate knowledge
of our Heavenly Father. It is through that knowledge that we
become closer to Him as well, for it is written that if you: DRAW
NEAR TO GOD AND HE WILL DRAW NEAR TO YOU.
( JAMES 4:8 )

Now isn't is a pity that so many in this World today feel
unloved and alone, when all they have to do is reach out
to God? For it is also written: GOD IS LOVE. (1 JOHN 4:8)
Why not pray for them tonight, and always tell God how
much you love Him when you pray. For God has said:
"I LOVE THOSE WHO LOVE ME, AND THOSE WHO SEEK
ME DILIGENTLY WILL FIND ME."
( PROVERBS 8:17 )

So, LOVE THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART,
WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND.
( MATTHEW 22:37 ) AND HE WILL LOVE YOU AND BLESS
YOU in return. ( DEUTERONOMY 7:13 ) He will also fill you
with His Great Love, a love that the World does not know.

Have a wonderful day, and may God's Blessings
be with you always! Amen.

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12/4

I HAVE BEEN CRUCIFIED WITH CHRIST; IT IS NO LONGER I
WHO LIVE, BUT CHRIST LIVES IN ME; AND THE LIFE THAT
I NOW LIVE IN THE FLESH I LIVE BY FAITH IN THE SON OF
GOD, WHO LOVED ME AND GAVE HIMSELF FOR ME.
( GALATIANS 2:20 *NKJV )

Now this verse was written by the Apostle Paul, but it
also applies to you and me as well. Now you are probably
thinking how does that apply to me? Well in God's eyes
we died with Christ because our sins died with Him.

Thus it is written: AND YOU, BEING DEAD IN YOUR
TRESPASSES AND THE UNCIRCUMCISION OF YOUR
FLESH, HE HAS MADE ALIVE TOGETHER WITH HIM,
HAVING FORGIVEN YOU ALL TRESPASSES, HAVING
WIPED OUT THE HANDWRITING OF REQUIREMENTS
THAT WAS AGAINST US, WHICH WAS CONTRARY TO
US. HE HAS TAKEN OUT OF THE WAY, HAVING NAILED
IT TO THE CROSS. ( COLOSSIANS 2:13-14 )

Therefore we should also crucify our sinful desires each
and every day. For then the marks against us in The Book of
Life will continue to be cleansed by the most precious blood
of our Savior Jesus Christ!

So, if you are ever feeling unloved remember
the tremendous sacrifice made, and the tremendous price
paid for your sins! That is the greatest example of love
that this World has ever known, and it is offered daily to
you and me as well. Amen.

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12/5

THEN DAVID PUT HIS HAND IN HIS BAG AND TOOK OUT A
STONE; AND HE SLUNG IT AND STRUCK THE PHILISTINE IN
HIS FOREHEAD, SO THAT THE STONE SANK INTO HIS
FOREHEAD, AND HE FELL ON HIS FACE TO THE EARTH.
( 1 SAMUEL 17:49 *NKJV )

We all face something in our lives that seems just like the
giant Goliath did to that young shepherd boy, David. So just
as David, if we put all of our trust in our Heavenly Father, we
will be victorious as well! For God has promised us, "FEAR NOT,
FOR I AM WITH YOU; BE NOT DISMAYED, FOR I AM YOUR
GOD. I WILL STRENGTHEN YOU, YES, I WILL HELP YOU, I
WILL UPHOLD YOU WITH MY RIGHTEOUS RIGHT HAND."
( ISAIAH 41:10 )

After all it is written that: HE GIVES POWER TO THE
WEAK, AND THOSE WHO HAVE NO MIGHT HE
INCREASES STRENGTH. ( ISAIAH 40:29 ) That is of course
when: WE WALK BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )

Therefore, when facing your own "Giant," remember
the story of that young shepherd boy David, and his tremendous
faith in our Heavenly Father! After all it is written: FOR
ASSUREDLY, I SAY TO YOU, IF YOU HAVE FAITH AS A
MUSTARD SEED, YOU WILL SAY TO THIS MOUNTAIN,
'MOVE FROM HERE TO THERE,' AND IT WILL MOVE;
AND NOTHING WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR YOU.
( MATTHEW 17:20 )

FINALLY. MY BRETHREN, BE STRONG IN THE LORD AND
IN THE POWER OF HIS MIGHT. ( EPHESIANS 6:10 ) For you
are His Child and He will always Love and Care for you as well.
Amen!

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12/6

O LORD, YOU ARE OUR FATHER. WE ARE THE CLAY,
YOU ARE THE POTTER; WE ARE THE WORK OF YOUR
HAND.
( ISAIAH 64:8 *NKJV )

Now we know one of God's specialties is putting broken
lives back together. For, THE LORD IS CLOSE TO THE
BROKENHEARTED AND SAVES THOSE WHO ARE
CRUSHED IN SPIRIT. ( PSALM 34:18 ) After all our
Savior Jesus Christ said, "HE HAS SENT ME TO HEAL
THE BROKENHEARTED". ( LUKE 4:18 )

Further, remember that it is written: IF ANYONE IS
IN CHRIST, HE IS A NEW CREATION, OLD THINGS
HAVE PASSED AWAY; BEHOLD, ALL THINGS HAVE
BECOME NEW. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 )

This is because God sends His Holy Spirit to mend
the broken pieces of our life, for HE ANOINTED US,
AND SEALED US, AND GIVEN US HIS SPIRIT IN OUR
HEARTS AS A GUARANTEE. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 1:22 )

So, when you experience a dark time in
your life, know that God is with you, and all will be better
soon! So ARISE, SHINE; FOR YOUR LIGHT HAS
COME! AND THE GLORY OF THE LORD IS RISEN
UPON YOU. Amen ( ISAIAH 60:1 )

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12/7

NOW THESE THREE THINGS REMAIN: FAITH, HOPE AND
LOVE. BUT THE GREATEST OF THESE IS LOVE.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:13 *NIV )

FAITH COMES FROM HEARING THE MESSAGE,
AND THE MESSAGE IS HEARD THROUGH THE WORD
OF CHRIST. ( ROMANS 10:17 ) Therefore it is written:
BE FAITHFUL, EVEN TO THE POINT OF DEATH, AND
I WILL GIVE YOU THE CROWN OF LIFE.
( REVELATION 2:10 )

Hope is something we all need, for HOPE DEFERRED
MAKES THE HEART SICK, BUT A LONGING FULFILLED
IS A TREE OF LIFE. ( PROVERBS 13:12 ) Therefore,
MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY
AND PEACE AS YOU TRUST IN HIM, SO THAT YOU
MAY OVERFLOW WITH HOPE BY THE POWER OF
THE HOLY SPIRIT. ( ROMANS 15:13 )

As for love, well, THIS IS LOVE: NOT THAT WE
LOVED GOD, BUT THAT HE LOVED US AND SENT
HIS SON AS AN ATONING SACRIFICE FOR OUR SINS.
DEAR FRIENDS, SINCE GOD SO LOVED US, WE
ALSO OUGHT TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER.
( 1 JOHN 4:10-11 ) So, DEAR FRIENDS, LET US
LOVE ONE ANOTHER, FOR LOVE COMES FROM GOD.
EVERYONE WHO LOVES HAS BEEN BORN OF GOD
AND KNOWS GOD. WHOEVER DOES NOT LOVE
DOES NOT KNOW GOD, BECAUSE GOD IS LOVE.
( 1 JOHN 4:7 )

So always LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH
ALL YOUR STRENGTH. For Jesus said: THESES
COMMANDMENTS THAT I GIVE YOU TODAY ARE TO BE
UPON YOUR HEARTS. ( DEUTERONOMY 6:5-6 )

In closing, remember that a life filled with love, hope
and faith, receives the fruit of the spirit, and THE FRUIT
OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE,
KINDNESS GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLE-
NESS AND SELF-CONTROL. Amen.
( GALATIANS 5:22 )

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12/8

GOD WILL WIPE AWAY EVERY TEAR FROM THEIR EYES;
THERE SHALL BE NO MORE DEATH, NOR SORROW, NOR
CRYING. THERE SHALL BE NO MORE PAIN, FOR THE
FORMER THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY.
( REVELATION 21:4 *NKJV )

If you are suffering from the loss of a loved one this Christmas,
the following message is for you. Also if you are not suffering
from that loss, but know of someone who is, why not forward
this message to them. For it has ministered to many over the
past few years! It is called:

"My First Christmas In Heaven"

I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below
With tiny lights, like Heaven's stars, reflecting on the snow
The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away the tear
For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear
But the sounds of music can't compare with the Christmas
choir up here. I have no words to tell you, the joy their voices
bring. For it is beyond description, to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart
But I am not so far away, We really aren't apart.
So be happy for me, dear ones, You know I hold you dear.
And be glad I'm spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I sent you each a special gift, from my heavenly home above.
I sent you each a memory of my undying love.
After all, love is a gift more precious than pure gold.
It was always most important in the stories Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other, as my Father said to do.
For I can't count the blessing or love he has for each of you.
So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear
Remember, I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ
this year.
Author Unknown

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12/9

THE LORD LIVES! PRAISE BE TO MY ROCK! EXALTED
BE GOD MY SAVIOR!
( PSALM 18:46 *NIV )

Today and everyday we should praise our Heavenly
Father: FOR GREAT IS THE LORD AND MOST
WORTHY OF PRAISE; HE IS TO BE FEARED ABOVE
ALL gods. ( 1 CHRONICLES 16:25 )

After all, it is written: THE RIGHTEOUS CRY OUT,
AND THE LORD HEARS THEM; HE DELIVERS THEM
FROM ALL THEIR TROUBLES. Also, THE LORD IS
CLOSE TO THE BROKENHEARTED AND SAVES
THOSE WHO ARE CRUSHED IN SPIRIT.
( PSALM 34:17-18 )

Further, BECAUSE OF YOUR FATHER'S GOD, WHO
HELPS YOU, BECAUSE OF THE ALMIGHTY, WHO
BLESSES YOU WITH BLESSINGS OF THE HEAVENS
ABOVE. ( GENESIS 49:25 ) )

Therefore, PRAISE BE TO THE GOD AND FATHER
OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, WHO HAS BLESSED
US IN THE HEAVENLY REALMS WITH EVERY
SPIRITUAL BLESSING IN CHRIST. ( EPHESIANS 1:3-4 )

So why not attend Church and: PRAISE GOD IN HIS
SANCTUARY; PRAISE HIM IN HIS MIGHTY HEAVENS.
PRAISE HIM FOR HIS ACTS OF POWER; PRAISE HIM
FOR HIS SURPASSING GREATNESS ( PSALM 150:1-2 )
and let us GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS
GOOD; HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER! Amen!
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:34 )

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12/10

BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO TRUSTS IN THE LORD,
AND WHOSE HOPE IS THE LORD.
( JEREMIAH 17:7 *NKJV )

We all have hopes and dreams for our future, for life would
be very difficult without them. However when we put our hope
in the Lord, trusting that He will always help us, we are
placing our hope in the correct place! For unlike putting our
hope in other human beings who are likely to let us down,
GOD never fails or reneges on His Promises.

After all it is written: THE LORD JESUS CHRIST IS OUR
HOPE. ( 1 TIMOTHY 1:1 ) and everyone whose hope is in
the Lord is truly blessed! Now that is because: EVERYONE
WHO HAS THIS HOPE IN HIM PURIFIES HIMSELF, JUST
AS HE IS PURE. ( 1 JOHN 3:3 ) So, BE OF GOOD
COURAGE, AND HE SHALL STRENGTHEN YOUR HEART,
ALL YOU WHO HOPE IN THE LORD. ( PSALM 31:24 )

In Closing, it is my prayer that: THE GOD OF
HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE IN
BELIEVING, THAT YOU MAY ABOUND IN HOPE BY THE
POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, and that all of your hopes
and dreams come true! Amen. ( ROMANS 15:13 )

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12/11

A RIGHTEOUS MAN MAY HAVE MANY TROUBLES, BUT
THE LORD DELIVERS HIM FROM THEM ALL.
( PSALM 34:19 *NIV )

We all face troubling times in our lives. Times that we
wish that we could escape from troubles like the pain of
sorrow, grief or failure to just name a few. Even perhaps
the small daily frustrations that constantly bother us as well.

When you find yourself experiencing problems like that
remember that: THE LORD IS CLOSE TO THE BROKEN
HEARTED AND SAVES THOSE WHO ARE CRUSHED IN
SPIRIT. ( PSALM 34:18 ) For after all: THE EYES OF THE
LORD ARE ON THE RIGHTEOUS AND HIS EARS ARE
ATTENTIVE TO THEIR CRY. (PSALM 34:15 ) For when
THE RIGHTEOUS CALL OUT, AND THE LORD HEARS
THEM; HE DELIVERS THEM FROM ALL THEIR TROUBLES.
( PSALM 34:17 )

Now you may be thinking, how does that apply to me for
I do not feel very righteous. Well through Jesus Christ we
become righteous, for it is written: GOD MADE HIM WHO
HAD NO SIN TO BE SIN, SO THAT IN HIM WE MIGHT
BECOME THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:21 ) Therefore if we repent of our sins
they are cleansed from "The Book of Life," and we become
righteous once again!

So, remember the Words of our Savior Jesus
Christ: "DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED.
TRUST IN GOD; TRUST ALSO IN ME." and let GOD deliver
you from all of your troubles! Amen. ( JOHN 14:1 )

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12/12

ENTER THROUGH THE NARROW GATE. FOR WIDE IS
THE GATE AND BROAD IS THE ROAD THAT LEADS TO
DESTRUCTION, AND MANY ENTER THROUGH IT. BUT
SMALL IS THE GATE AND NARROW THE ROAD THAT
LEADS TO LIFE, AND ONLY A FEW FIND IT.
( MATTHEW 7:13 *NIV )

The gate that leads to Eternal Life is narrow indeed.
However that doesn't mean that being a Christian is difficult,
but it does mean that there is only one way to Eternal Life,
and believing in Jesus Christ is that way!

Jesus is quoted in the Book of John as saying:
"I AM THE GATE; WHOEVER ENTERS THROUGH ME
WILL BE SAVED. HE WILL COME IN AND GO OUT
AND FIND PASTURE." ( JOHN 10:9 )

Our Savior also said: "STRIVE TO ENTER THROUGH
THE NARROW GATE, FOR MANY, I SAY TO YOU, WILL
SEEK TO ENTER AND WILL NOT BE ABLE."
( LUKE 13:24 )

Now needless to say, in addition to believing in Jesus
Christ, we must obey God's Commandments, and do our
best to live a righteous life as well! For then we will, by the
Grace of God, make our way through that narrow gate.

Now when you think about it, isn't it
wonderful to know that this life isn't all there is, and that
we may look forward to meeting our Beloved Savoir
Jesus Christ at that gate someday! Further that we will
DWELL IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD FOREVER!
( PSALM 23:6 )

So, PRAISE THE LORD, AND FORGET NOT ALL HIS
BENEFITS--WHO FORGIVES ALL OUR SINS AND
HEALS ALL OUR DISEASES, WHO REDEEMS OUR
LIVES FROM THE PIT AND CROWNS US WITH LOVE
AND COMPASSION. Amen.
( PSALM 103:2-4 )

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12/13

THE LORD IS GOOD AND HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER;
HIS FAITHFULNESS CONTINUES THROUGH ALL
GENERATIONS.
( PSALM 100:5 *NIV )

When we try our very best to live by following God's
Commandments we please our Heavenly Father. For THE
LORD LOVES RIGHTEOUSNESS AND JUSTICE; and THE
EARTH IS FULL OF HIS UNFAILING LOVE, for His children
that obey His Laws..
( PSALM 33:5 )

The Prophet Moses told us to: LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD
WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND
WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH. THESE COMMANDMENTS
THAT I GIVE YOU TODAY ARE TO BE ON YOUR HEARTS.
IMPRESS THEM ON YOUR CHILDREN. TALK ABOUT THEM
WHEN YOU SIT AT HOME AND WHEN YOU WALK ALONG
THE ROAD, WHEN YOU LIE DOWN AND WHEN YOU GET
UP. ( DEUTERONOMY 6:5-7 )

Now it is easy to Love God when we think about how much
He loves us, and all that He has done for us. After all through
Him all blessings flow! Therefore let us: GIVE THANKS, TO
THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD: HIS LOVE ENDURES
FOREVER! ( 1 CHRONICLES 16:34 )

Now, MAY THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS,
CHRIST, AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE FELLOWSHIP
OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU ALL, now and always!
Amen. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14 )

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12/14

THIS IS WHAT THE LORD SAYS--HE WHO MADE YOU,
WHO FORMED YOU IN THE WOMB.
( ISAIAH 44:2 *NKJV )

God knew you long before you were born, just as
He knew Isaiah and Jeremiah. He thought about you and
planned for you! For He wanted someone just like you,
therefore you are very special to Him. After all God has
said: "BEFORE I FORMED YOU IN THE WOMB I KNEW
YOU, BEFORE YOU WERE BORN I SET YOU APART."
( JEREMIAH 1:5 )

So when you feel discouraged or inadequate, remember
that God has always thought of you as very valuable. He is
always with you and He loves you dearly, and nothing can
separate you from that love! FOR I AM CONVINCED THAT
NEITHER DEATH NOR LIFE, NEITHER ANGELS NOR
DEMONS, NEITHER THE PRESENT NOR THE FUTURE,
NOR POWERS, NEITHER HEIGHT NOR DEPTH, NOR
ANYTHING ELSE IN ALL CREATION, WILL BE ABLE TO
SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF GOD THAT IS IN
CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD. ( ROMANS 8:38-39 )

So, never feel that you are unloved, or let one of
life's many discouragements set you back, instead: BE
CONFIDENT OF THIS, THAT HE WHO BEGAN A GOOD
WORK IN YOU WILL CARRY IT OUT TO COMPLETION
UNTIL THE DAY OF CHRIST JESUS. Amen.
( PHILIPPIANS 1:6 )

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AND JESUS TOOK THE CHILDREN IN HIS ARMS, PUT HIS HANDS
ON THEM AND BLESSED THEM.
( MARK 10:16 *NIV )

Dear Tammy,
As you know our Savior Jesus Christ loves little children! So today
I will share with you a message that was sent to me last year by
one of our subscribers. I know that you will enjoy it as much as I do.
It is titled.......

The "W" in Christmas

Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peaceful
experience. I had cut back on nonessential obligations - extensive card
writing, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending. Yet still, I
found myself exhausted, unable to appreciate the precious family
moments, and of course, the true meaning of Christmas.

My son, Nicholas, was in kindergarten that year. It was an exciting
season for a six year old. For weeks, he'd been memorizing songs for
his school's "Winter Pageant." I didn't have the heart to tell him I'd be
working the night of the production. Unwilling to miss his shining
moment, I spoke with his teacher. She assured me there'd be a dress
rehearsal the morning of the presentation. All parents unable to attend
that evening were welcome to come then. Fortunately, Nicholas
seemed happy with the compromise.

So, the morning of the dress rehearsal, I filed in ten minutes early,
found a spot on the cafeteria floor and sat down. Around the room, I
saw several other parents quietly scampering to their seats. As I
waited, the students were led into the room. Each class, accompanied
by their teacher, sat cross-legged on the floor. Then, each group, one
by one, rose to perform their song.

Because the public school system had long stopped referring to the
holiday as "Christmas," I didn't expect anything other than fun,
commercial entertainment - songs of reindeer, Santa Claus, snowflakes
and good cheer. So, when my son's class rose to sing, "Christmas
Love," I was slightly taken aback by it's bold title.

Nicholas was aglow, as were all of his classmates, adorned in fuzzy
mittens, red sweaters, and bright snow caps upon their heads. Those in
the front row- center stage - held up large letters, one by one, to spell
out the title of the song. As the class would sing "C is for Christmas,"
a child would hold up the letter C. Then, "H is for Happy," and on and
on, until each child holding up his portion had presented the complete
message, "Christmas Love."

The performance was going smoothly, until suddenly, we noticed her;
a small, quiet, girl in the front row holding the letter "M" upside down -
totally unaware her letter "M" appeared as a "W". The audience of 1st
through 6th graders snickered at this little one's mistake. But she had
no idea they were laughing at her, so she stood tall, proudly holding
her "W".

Although many teachers tried to shush the children, the laughter
continued until the last letter was raised, and we all saw it together. A
hush came over the audience and eyes began to widen. In that instant,
we understood the reason we were there, why we celebrated the
holiday in the first place, why even in the chaos, there was a purpose
for our festivities. For when the last letter was held high, the message
read loud and clear: "CHRISTWAS LOVE" And, I believe, He still is.
Amen.

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12/16

PRAISE THE LORD, YOU HIS ANGELS, YOU MIGHTY
ONES WHO DO HIS BIDDING, WHO OBEY HIS WORD.
( PSALM 103:20 *NIV )

Today we will look at the word angel, and learn all about
them. Now the term angel is derived from the Hebrew word
[ malak ] which means "Messenger of God." Also from the
Greek word [ angelos, ] which means "messenger." The
Bible describes four categories of angels:

(A) Winged angels, thus Cherubim and Seraphim, who
appeared to Ezekiel and Isaiah. (EZ 1:4-28; 10:3-22 and
Isaiah 6:2-6.)

(B) The Seven Archangels, without wings, of which we are
given the names of four. Those being Michael (JUDE 1;9 )
Jeremiel ( 2 Esdrus 4:36* ); Gabriel ( LUKE 1:19 ); and
Raphael ( Tobit 12:15* ) [ * Found in the O. T. Apocrypha ]
Note that they all end in (EL) which is short for "of Elohim"
meaning God!

(C) Angels, again without wings, who carry a message or do
the Will of God. (GEN 19:1-22; EX 3:2-6; JUDG 2;1-5; 13:2-
23) Also those of the Heavenly entourage who worship God,
attend His Throne, or comprise God's Heavenly Army.

(D) Fallen angels, also without wings, who fell to temptation,
thus are now satan's angels. ( GEN 6:1-8; )

Often in the Old Testament angels do appear as ordinary
men. Remember the two angels who visited Lot; (GEN
19:1-26 ) Now sometimes their uniqueness is very
evident to us, as they appear clearly not human! As the
angel did to Mary at Jesus' Tomb. ( MATT 28:2-7 )

Also written in the New Testament is: DO NOT FORGET
TO ENTERTAIN STRANGERS, FOR BY SO DOING SOME
HAVE ENTERTAINED ANGELS WITHOUT KNOWING IT!
( HEBREWS 13:2 ) Thus angels do sometimes walk among
us even today.

There you have it my friend, all you want to know about
angels! Have a wonderful weekend, and don't forget to
attend Church today, I will be waiting there for you, if not
in person than in Spirit. Amen

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12/17

BE OF GOOD COURAGE, AND HE SHALL STRENGTHEN
YOUR HEART, ALL YOU WHO HOPE IN THE LORD.
( PSALM 31:24 *NKJV )

Now our hope is in the Lord, because it flows to
those who put their faith in Him, and trust Him with all
of their heart. For, FAITH IS THE SUBSTANCE OF
THINGS HOPED FOR, THE EVIDENCE OF THINGS
NOT SEEN. ( HEBREWS 11:1 ) Thus the more faith
we have the more hope we will have as well.

Now we will gain hope and faith through reading the
Scriptures, for it is written: FOR WHATEVER THINGS
WERE WRITTEN BEFORE WERE WRITTEN FOR OUR
LEARNING, THAT WE THROUGH THE PATIENCE AND
COMFORT OF THE SCRIPTURES MIGHT HAVE HOPE.
( ROMANS 15:4 )

So if you are running a little low on hope right now,
have faith in your Heavenly Father and trust in Him
with all of your heart. Ask Him to bless you with it, for it
is written: BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO TRUSTS IN
THE LORD, AND WHOSE HOPE IS IN THE LORD.
( JEREMIAH 17:7 )

Now, my prayer for you is, MAY THE GOD
OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE IN
BELIEVING, THAT YOU MAY ABOUND IN HOPE BY THE
POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Amen.
( ROMANS 15:13 )

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12/18

MY LITTLE CHILDREN, THESE THINGS I WRITE TO YOU, SO
THAT YOU MAY NOT SIN. AND IF ANYONE SINS, WE HAVE
AN ADVOCATE WITH THE FATHER, JESUS CHRIST THE
RIGHTEOUS.
( 1 JOHN 2:1 *NKJV )

Now if you are feeling low because of something that
you have done wrong, or a sin that you have committed in
the past, know that you have forgiveness through our Savior
Jesus Christ. For when you repent it is written: "COME NOW,
AND LET US REASON TOGETHER, SAYS THE LORD,
THOUGH YOUR SINS ARE LIKE SCARLET, THEY SHALL BE
WHITE AS SNOW; THOUGH THEY ARE RED LIKE CRIMSON,
THEY SHALL BE AS WOOL." ( ISAIAH 1:18 )

Our sins then are not only forgiven, but they are also forgotten
by our Heavenly Father as well! For it is written: "FOR I WILL BE
MERCIFUL TO THEIR UNRIGHTEOUSNESS, AND THEIR SINS
AND THEIR LAWLESS DEEDS I WILL REMEMBER NO MORE."
( HEBREWS 8:12 )

So don't beat yourself up, or hold those things back when you
talk with God. Instead, always speak to Him as you would a
loving, caring, understanding Father. After all Tammy, that's
what He is! Also remember that: BLESSED IS HE WHOSE
TRANSGRESSION IS FORGIVEN, WHOSE SIN IS COVERED.
BLESSED IS THE MAN TO WHOM THE LORD DOES NOT
IMPUTE INIQUITY. ( PSALM 32:1-2 ) For Then: WHEN YOU LIE
DOWN, YOU WILL NOT BE AFRAID; WHEN YOU LIE DOWN
YOUR SLEEP WILL BE SWEET! ( PROVERBS 3:24 )

Now have a Wonderful Day, and tonight may your
dreams be sweet indeed! Amen.

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12/19

12/19

BE KIND AND COMPASSIONATE TO ONE ANOTHER,
FORGIVING EACH OTHER, JUST AS IN CHRIST GOD
FORGAVE YOU.
( EPHESIANS 4:32 *NIV )


It is easy for us to ask God for forgiveness, but we often
find it very difficult to forgive others. Therefore when you
find yourself angry with someone and thinking about revenge,
remember that it is written: DO NOT TAKE REVENGE, MY
FRIENDS, BUT LEAVE ROOM FOR GODS WRATH, FOR
IT IS WRITTEN: "IT IS MINE TO AVENGE; I WILL REPAY,
SAYS THE LORD!" ( ROMANS 12:19 )

After all our Savoir Jesus Christ gave us this warning as well:
"FOR IF YOU FORGIVE MEN WHEN THEY SIN AGAINST
YOU, YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL ALSO FORGIVE
YOU. BUT IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE MEN THEIR SINS,
YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL NOT FORGIVE YOUR
SINS." ( MATTHEW 6:14-15 )

Therefore, FORGET THE FORMER THINGS; DO NOT
DWELL IN THE PAST. ( ISAIAH 43:18 ) For the past is gone
and no one can change it anyway! All we can do is make
today the best that we can by forgiving our enemies, just as
God has forgiven us!.

So why not make peace with those who may have
angered you, remembering the Words of our Savior Jesus
Christ: "BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS: FOR THEY
SHALL BE CALLED THE CHILDREN OF GOD!" Amen.
( MATTHEW 5:9 )

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12/20

HE WHO HEEDS THE WORD WISELY WILL FIND GOOD,
AND WHOEVER TRUSTS IN THE LORD, HAPPY IS HE.
( PROVERBS 16:20 *NKJV )

Never let the enemy still your joy and leave you
downcast! Instead enjoy what God has given to you,
for; HAPPY ARE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE IN SUCH A
STATE; HAPPY ARE THE PEOPLE WHOSE GOD IS
THE LORD! ( Psalm 144:15 )

Now when we have negative thoughts it draws negative
results into our lives. Likewise, when we think positive
thoughts we draw positive results in as well!

After all when we are downcast it brings on depression,
worry and anxiety. All of those things are known to cause
health problems. So always think positive for: A MERRY
HEART DOES GOOD, LIKE MEDICINE, BUT A BROKEN
SPIRIT DRIES THE BONES. ( Proverbs 17:22 )

Now I know that: MANY ARE THE AFFLICTIONS OF THE
RIGHTEOUS, BUT THE LORD DELIVERS HIM OUT OF
THEM ALL. ( Psalm 34:19 ) So again, do not let the
enemy steal your joy on any day. For you know that:
YOUR ADVERSARY THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE
A ROARING LION, SEEKING WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR.
( 1 Peter 5:8 )

So, enjoy what God has planned for you, and show
that beautiful smile of yours. For when you smile it shows
God's joy within you! Amen.

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12/21

"BEHOLD, THE VIRGIN SHALL BE WITH CHILD, AND BEAR A
SON, AND THEY SHALL CALL HIS NAME "IMMANUEL" WHICH
TRANSLATED IS, "GOD WITH US."
( MATTHEW 1:23 NKJV )

For; UNTO US A SON IS GIVEN; AND THE GOVERNMENT
SHALL BE UPON HIS SHOULDER; AND HIS NAME SHALL
BE CALLED WONDERFUL, COUNSELOR, THE MIGHTY GOD,
THE EVERLASTING FATHER, THE PRINCE OF PEACE.
( ISAIAH 9:6 )

As we prepare to celebrate Christ's Birth, try not to get caught
up in the hustle bustle of the season, which is easy to do with
Santa Claus, Christmas Trees and Presents. Always keep in
mind that Christmas really stands for the Birth of our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ and His great gifts to us, including the
Forgiveness of our sins and Eternal Life as well.

Now it is my prayer that your Christmas be filled with love,
hope and faith, and that "THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH
PASSETH ALL UNDERSTANDING SHALL KEEP YOUR
HEART AND MIND THROUGH JESUS CHRIST.
( Philippians 4:7 )

Have a Very Merry Christmas, and may it be merry and
bright as well!. Amen.

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12/22

JESUS CALLED THEM TO HIM AND SAID, "LET THE LITTLE
CHILDREN COME TO ME, AND DO NOT FORBID THEM, FOR
SUCH IS THE KINGDOM OF GOD."
( *NKJV )

As you know, Christmas Pageants are very popular this time of
year. I received the following message this week about one
mother's experience as such a Pageant. It should either bring
back memories, or a laugh or two to start your day, so let us
begin.....

"THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT."

My proudest moment came during the
children's Christmas pageant. My daughter was playing
Mary, two of my sons were shepherds and my
youngest son was a wise man.
This was their moment to shine. My five-year-old
shepherd had practiced his line,
'We found the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes.'
But he was nervous and said, 'The baby was wrapped
in wrinkled clothes.' My four-year-old 'Mary' said,
'That's not 'wrinkled clothes,' silly. That's dirty, rotten clothes.'
A wrestling match broke out between Mary and the shepherd
and was stopped by an angel, who bent her halo and lost
her left wing. I slouched a little lower in my seat when Mary
dropped the doll representing Baby Jesus, and it bounced
down the aisle crying, 'Mama-mama.'
Mary grabbed the doll, wrapped it back up and held it tightly
as the wise men arrived. My other son stepped
forward wearing a bathrobe and a paper crown, knelt at the
manger and announced, 'We are the three wise guys,
and we are bringing gifts of gold, common sense and fur.'
The congregation dissolved into laughter, and the pageant
got a standing ovation.

'I've never enjoyed a Christmas program as much as this
one,' laughed the Pastor, wiping tears from his eyes.
'For the rest of my life, I'll never hear the Christmas story
without thinking of gold, common sense and fur.'
'My children are my pride and my joy and my greatest
blessing,' I said as I dug through my purse for an aspirin.
Author, Unknown

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12/23

You Are Cordially Invited To A Birthday Celebration.

Guest of Honor: JESUS CHRIST

Date: December 25th

Time: When you're ready, ( please don't be late, though; or
you'll miss out on all the fun!!! )

Place: In your Heart...He'll meet you there ( you'll hear Him
knock )

Attire: Come as you are...grubbies are okay. He'll be washing
our clothes anyway. He said something about new
white robes and crowns for everyone who stays till the
last.

Tickets: Admission is free. He's already paid for everyone..( He
says you would not have been able to afford it...it cost
Him everything he had! )

Refreshments: New wine, bread and a far-out drink He calls
living water, followed by a supper that promises to be
out of this world!!!

Gift Suggestions: Your Heart. He's one of those people who
already has everything else. He's very generous in
return though; just wait until you see what He has for
you.

Entertainment: Joy, Peace, Truth, Light, Life, Love, Real
Happiness, Communion with God, Forgiveness,
Miracles, Healing, Power, Eternity in Paradise, and
much more!
( All rated "G" so bring your family and friends )

R.S.V.P. Very important! He must know ahead so he can
reserve a spot for you at the table. Also He's keeping
a list of His friends for future reference. He calls it the
( "Lambs Book Of Life" )

Party Being given By His Kids ( That's Us )
Hope To See You There!!!
__________________________________

Now, MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL
JOY AND PEACE AS YOU TRUST IN HIM, SO THAT YOU MAY
OVER-FLOW WITH HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY
SPIRIT. Amen. ( ROMANS 15:13 *NIV )

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12/24

Christmas Eve, 2007

Today, we will depart from our usual message and
share A Christmas Classic that we all know and love. May you
have a Very Merry Christmas, and may all of your Christmas
wishes come true!
_______________________

First of all, let us learn all about who wrote this classic. It
was written by the Rev. Clement Clarke Moore ( 1779-1863 ).
He was a professor of Oriental and Greek literature at the
Episcopal General Theological Seminary in New York City.
He wrote this classic for his children, and at first refused to let
it be published because he felt it wasn't fitting for a Priest to
write, after all it didn't mention God or Jesus Christ. After a
while his friends won and he let it be published, thus now we
have this Christmas Classic:

Twas the night before Christmas
When all through the house
Not a creature was stirring,
Not even a mouse
The stockings were hung by
The chimney with care
in hopes that St. Nicholas
soon would be there.

The children were nestled
All snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar plumbs
Danced in their heads.
And Mama in her kerchief,
And I in my cap
Had just settled our brains
For a long winter's nap

When out on the roof
There arose such a clatter,
I sprang from my bed
To see what was the matter.
I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutter,
And through back the sash.

The moon on the breast
Of the new fallen snow
Gave the luster of midday
To the objects below,
When, what to my wandering
eyes should appear,
but a miniature sleigh
and eight tiny reindeer.

With a little old driver,
So lively and quick,
I knew in a moment
It must be St. Nick.
More rapid than eagles,
His courses they came,
And he whistles and shouted
And called then be name:

NOW DASHER! NOW DANCER!
NOW PRANCER AND VIXON!
ON COMET! ON CUPID!
ON DONNER AND BLITZEN!

To The Top Of The Stairs!
To The Top Of The Wall!
Now Dash Away! Dash Away All!

As dry leaves that before
The wild hurricane fly
When they meet with an obstacle
Mount to the sky
So up to the house-top
The courses they flew
With a sleigh full of toys'
And St. Nicholas too.

And then, in a twinkling,
I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing
Of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head
And was turning around
Down the chimney St. Nicholas
Came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur,
From his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished
With ashes ands soot.
A bundle of toys he had
Flung on his back,
And he looked like a peddler
Just opening his pack.

His eyes-how they twinkled!
His dimples, how merry!
His cheeks were like roses,
His nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth
Was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard of his chin
Was as white as the snow.

The stump of a pipe
He held tight in his teeth
And the smoke it encircled
His head like a wreath.
He had a broad face
And a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed
Like a bowl of jelly.

He was chubby and plump,
A right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him,
in spite of myself.
A wink of his eye
And a twist of his head
soon gave me to know
I had nothing to dread

He sprang to his sleigh,
To his team gave a whistle,
And away they all fly
Like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim,
Ere he drove out of sight:
HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL
AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT!

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12/25

FOR UNTO US A CHILD IS BORN, UNTO US A CHILD IS GIVEN;
AND THE GOVERNMENT SHALL BE ON HIS SHOULDER, AND
HIS NAME SHALL BE CALLED WONDERFUL, COUNSELOR
THE MIGHTY GOD, THE EVERLASTING FATHER, THE PRINCE
OF PEASE.
( ISAIAH 9:6 *NKJV )

As we celebrate this day let us not lose sight of the first
Christmas present ever given, that being God giving us His Son,
our Savior Jesus Christ, to dwell with us!

So let us not get lost in all the hustle and bustle of this time
of year. Instead, let us be mindful of all our blessings, and
share the Christmas Spirit with others. Remembering:

THE GREATEST Gift

The greatest gift at Christmastime
Is one we all may give -

A friendly smile that helps to make
Life easier to live.

A kindly thought, a helping hand,
To show someone we care

And let them know how much it means
For us to have them here.

The greatest gift at Christmastime
Costs not a lot to buy -

It's being a good neighbor
As days and months go by:

It's offering a shoulder
When someone needs a lift,

And so I pray this Christmas Day
That this may be your gift!
Poet, Grace E. Easley

May have a Very Merry Christmas, and a Wonderful
New Year!

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12/26

GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD. HIS LOVE
ENDURES FOREVER.
( PSALM 136:1 *NIV )

When we count all of our blessings we start to realize
how wonderful our Heavenly Father has been to us. For He not
only helps us in time of need, He blesses us abundantly as well.

Therefore we should: GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, CALL
ON HIS NAME; MAKE KNOWN AMONG THE NATIONS WHAT
HE HAS DONE. SING TO HIM, SING PRAISE TO HIM; TELL
OF HIS WONDERFUL ACTS. ( CHRONICLES 16:8-9 )

Further, why not start each day by counting your many
blessings, and sharing with others what God has done for you.
For King David did, for he wrote: I WILL GIVE YOU THANKS IN
THE GREAT ASSEMBLY; AMONG THRONGS OF PEOPLE I
WILL PRAISE YOU. ( PSALM 35:18 )

So, be thankful for all that God has done for you, and
thank Him in your prayers! For then He will smile down on you,
like a proud Father would on an obedient child!

Now please know that: I THANK MY GOD EVERY TIME I
REMEMBER YOU. IN ALL MY PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU,
I ALWAYS PRAY WITH JOY. Amen.
( PHILIPPIANS 1:3-4 )

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12/27

Jesus said, "I NO LONGER CALL YOU SERVANTS, BECAUSE
A SERVANT DOES NOT KNOW HIS MASTER'S BUSINESS.
INSTEAD, I HAVE CALLED YOU FRIENDS, FOR EVERYTHING
THAT I HAVE LEARNED FROM MY FATHER I HAVE MADE
KNOWN TO YOU."
( JOHN 15:15 *NIV )

"Oh, what a Friend we have in Jesus!" A friend that is
always they're for us no matter what! A friend that loves,
comforts and guides us through out this life. A friend that loved
us so much that HE gave HIS life to pay for our sins! After all:
GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONE AND
ONLY SON, THAT WHOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM SHALL NOT
PERISH BUT HAVE ETERNAL LIFE. ( JOHN 3:16 )

Now it is written: GREATER LOVE HAS NO MAN THAN
THIS, THAT HE LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS.
( JOHN 15:13 ) and that is exactly what Jesus did for us!

So whenever you see the Cross, think about the tremendous
price that HE paid for all of us! Why not stop right now and
thank HIM for all of the things HE has done for you as well. Also
right about now, why not sing to yourself that beautiful old Hymn,
"What A Friend We Have In Jesus." For what a friend we have
indeed!!! Amen.

Have a wonderful day, and please try not to sing
out of key like I do.

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12/28

FOR THIS IS WHAT THE LORD SAYS--HE WHO CREATED
THE HEAVENS HE IS GOD; HE WHO FASHIONED AND
MADE THE EARTH, HE FOUNDED IT; HE SAYS: "I AM
THE LORD, AND THERE IS NO OTHER."
( ISAIAH 45:18 *NIV )

It is important to remember that GOD is always in Control,
even though things in our lives may seem totally out of control.
This includes when the events of this World seem to be out
of hand as well with terrorists and wars etc.

After all: IN THE BEGINNING GOD CREATED THE
HEAVENS AND THE EARTH. ( GENESIS 1:1 ) HE
COVERS THE SKY WITH CLOUDS HE SUPPLIES THE
EARTH WITH RAIN AND MAKES THE GRASS GROW
ON THE HILLS. ( PSALM 147:8 ) HE DETERMINES THE
NUMBER OF STARS AND CALLS THEM BY NAME.
GREAT IS OUR LORD AND MIGHTY IN POWER; HIS
UNDERSTANDING HAS NO LIMIT. ( PSALM 147:4-5 )

So, no matter what you may be experiencing
right now, or will be in the future, know that GOD is with you
and in Control. So, BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS. DO
NOT BE AFRAID OR TERRIFIED BECAUSE OF THEM,
FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD GOES WITH YOU; HE WILL
NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:6 ) FOR THE EYES OF THE LORD
ARE ON THE RIGHTEOUS AND HIS EARS ARE ATTENTIVE
TO THEIR PRAYERS, BUT THE FACE OF THE LORD IS
AGAINST THOSE WHO DO EVIL. ( 1 PETER 3:12 )

After all it is written: FOR THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE
EARTH ARE THE LORD'S; UPON THEM HE HAS SET
THE WORLD. HE WILL GUARD THE FEET OF HIS
SAINTS, BUT THE WICKED WILL BE SILENCED IN
DARKNESS. ( 1 SAMUEL 2:8-9 )

Therefore, have a great week knowing that you
are in good hands, with JESUS in your life! Amen.

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12/29

FOR THEN IT SHALL BE SAID; OUR MOUTHS WERE
FILLED WITH LAUGHTER, AND OUR TONGUES WITH
SONGS OF JOY. THEN IT WAS SAID AMONG THE
NATIONS, "THE LORD HAS DONE GREAT THINGS FOR
THEM." ( PSALM 126:2 )

Today we shall look at some Church signs which should
give you a laugh or two, for HE WHO SITS IN THE
HEAVENS SHALL LAUGH. ( PSALM 2:4 *NIV ) Now I know
I have taken that verse out of context, however God does have
a sence of humor. HE shows that to us in many places in the
Bible. So in keeping with our Saturday tradition, I submit
the following which was sent to me by one of our subscribers,
and it is Titled.....
"HOLY HUMOR"

1. There was a Church that had problems with outsiders parking
in its parking lots, so they put up a sign: CHURCH CAR PARK -
FOR MEMBERS ONLY trespassers will be baptized!

2. "No God - No Peace. Know God - Know Peace."

3. "Free Trip to Heaven. Details Inside!"

4. "Try our Sundays. They are better than Baskin Robbins."

5. "Searching for a new look? Have your faith lifted here!"

6. An ad for one Church has a picture of two hands holding stone
tablets on which the Ten Commandments are inscribed and a
headline that reads, "For fast, fast, fast relief, take two tablets."

7. When the restaurant next to another Church put out a big sign
with red letters that said, "Open Sundays," the church
reciprocated with its own message: "We are open on Sundays,
too."

8. "People are like tea bags - you have to put them in hot water
before you know how strong they are."

9. "Fight truth decay - study the Bible daily."

10. "How will you spend eternity - Smoking or Non-smoking?"

11. "Dusty Bibles lead to Dirty Lives"

12. "Come work for the Lord. The work is hard, the hours are
long and the pay is low. But the retirement benefits are out of
this World."

13. "It is unlikely there'll be a reduction in the wages of sin."

14. "Do not wait for the hearse to take you to church."

15. "If you're headed in the wrong direction, God allows U-turns."

16. "If you don't like the way you were born, try being born again."

17. "Looking at the way some people live, they ought to obtain
eternal fire insurance soon."

18. "This is a ch_ _ ch. What is missing?" ---------(U R)

19. "In the dark? Follow the Son."

20. "Running low on faith? Step in for a fill-up."

21. "If you can't sleep, don't count sheep. Talk to the Shepherd

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12/30

ALL MEN ARE LIKE GRASS, AND THEIR GLORY IS LIKE
THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD; THE GRASS WITHERS
AND THE FLOWERS FALL, BUT THE WORD OF THE
LORD STANDS FOREVER.
( 1 PETER 1:25 *NIV )

Now I will bet that from time to time, you have heard from
someone who claims that the Bible is fiction. For some fail to
see that: ALL SCRIPTURE IS GIVEN BY INSPIRATION OF
GOD, AND IS PROFITABLE FOR DOCTRINE, FOR
REPROOF, FOR CORRECTION, FOR INSTRUCTION IN
RIGHTEOUSNESS. ( 2 TIMOTHY 3:16 )

ABOVE ALL YOU MUST UNDERSTAND THAT NO
PROPHECY OF SCRIPTURE CAME ABOUT BY THE
PROPHET'S OWN INTERPRETATION, FOR PROPHECY
NEVER CAME BY THE WILL OF MAN, BUT HOLY MEN
OF GOD SPOKE AS THEY WERE MOVED BY THE
HOLY SPIRIT. ( 2 PETER 1:20-21 )

After all God worked through 40 different men, who lived
on three different Continents, from every walk of life, who lived
over a Sixteen Hundred year period to write His Letter To Us.
( The Holy Bible ) The result is the Bible was still created
containing not one single contradiction, and a vast number of
Prophecies, all of which have now been fulfilled, except
those that speak of the End Times.

So, the next time someone, who undoubtedly
hasn't even bothered to read the Bible, tells you that the
Bible is full of fiction and fairy tails, ask them to Prove It.
After all we know that: EVERY WORD OF GOD IS PURE;
HE IS A SHIELD TO THOSE WHO PUT THEIR TRUST IN
HIM. ( PROVERBS 30:5 ) FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS
LIVING AND POWERFUL, AND SHARPER THAN ANY
TWO-EDGED SWORD. ( HEBREWS 4:12 )

Therefore we are bold to say: "YOUR WORD IS A LAMP
TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH! O Lord!"
Amen, Amen! ( PSALM 119:105 )

Have a Safe Holiday Weekend, and may all
your dreams for 2008 come true!

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12/31

YOU CROWN THE YEAR WITH YOUR GOODNESS, AND YOUR
PATHS DRIP WITH ABUNDANCE. THEY DRIP ON THE
PASTURES OF THE WILDERNESS, AND THE LITTLE HILLS
REJOICE ON EVERY SIDE.
( PSALMS 65:11-12 *NKJV )

As we come to the end of another year, let us pray that 2008
will be a year filled with love, hope, and peace.

Now when it comes to love: THIS IS THE COMMANDMENT
WE HAVE RECEIVED FROM HIM: THAT HE WHO LOVES
GOD MUST LOVE HIS BROTHER ALSO. AND ABOVE ALL
THINGS HAVE FERVENT LOVE FOR ONE ANOTHER, FOR
LOVE WILL COVER A MULTITUDE OF SINS.
( 1 JOHN 4:21 ) ( 1 PETER 4:8-9 )

As for hope: NOW HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT, BECAUSE
THE LOVE OF GOD HAS BEEN POURED OUT IN OUR HEARTS
BY THE HOLY SPIRIT WHO WAS GIVEN TO US. FOR WHAT-
EVER THINGS WERE WRITTEN BEFORE WERE WRITTEN FOR
OUR LEARNING, THAT WE THROUGH THE PATIENCE AND
COMFORT OF THE SCRIPTURES MIGHT HAVE HOPE.
( Romans 5:5 ) ( Romans 15:4-5)

Regarding peace, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERY-
THING BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING,
LET YOUR REQUESTS BE MADE KNOWN TO GOD; AND THE
PEACE OF GOD, WHICH PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL
GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND THROUGH CHRIST JESUS.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )

Finally my friend, MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH
ALL JOY AND PEACE IN BELIEVING, THAT YOU MAY ABOUND
IN HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.
( ROMANS 15:13 )

Now, may you have a safe and happy New Years
Eve, and let us all say a Prayer that 2008 will be a year of peace
and joy. Amen

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1/1

Welcome to the year 2,008 and: THIS IS THE DAY THAT
THE LORD HAS MADE; LET US REJOICE AND BE GLAD
IN IT!
( PSALM 118:24 *NKJV )

What do you think this day, or any day means to our
Heavenly Father? For the answer to that let us turn to the Bible
where it is written: BUT, BELOVED, DO NOT FORGET THIS
ONE THING, THAT WITH THE LORD ONE DAY IS A
THOUSAND YEARS, AND A THOUSAND YEARS AS ONE
DAY. ( 2 PETER 3:8 ) It is also written: FOR A THOUSAND
YEARS IN GOD'S SIGHT ARE LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN IT
IS PAST, AND LIKE A WATCH IN THE NIGHT. ( PSALM 90:4 )
You see even though a thousand years is a very long, long time
to us, it isn't when compared to God's Eternal Existence.

Now when we think about it, we actually live one moment
at a time, not a day at a time, do we not? For none of us carry
a guarantee of the future, even if that future is only an hour or
two away. So try to do your best in the moments that you have
each day, remembering that a lot can be accomplished in only a
moment. Therefore cherish each day that God has given to you,
and try to be the best person that you can be each hour of every
day. Amen.

Now I would like to share the following poem with you Tammy,
and to wish you a Wonderful New Year filled with God's Love,
Hope and Faith. May God Richly Bless You Indeed in 2008.

Each Day

A new year just beginning,
Each day a fresh, new start,
To fulfill your hopes
And pursue the dreams
Sustained within your heart.

Put God in charge;
He'll plant the seeds
Of affection, love and care.
Like a garden, your life will grow
With kindness flowering there.

And as you face the wonder
Of each day's mysteries,
You'll see God's hand
Unfolding, daily, possibilities!

And as each day comes to a close,
Dream a dream or two,
Then with a prayer thank dear God
For each day given to you.
Poet, Gael Phaneuf

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1/2

THE LORD WILL GIVE STRENGTH TO HIS PEOPLE; THE
LORD WILL BLESS HIS PEOPLE WITH PEACE.
( PSALM 29:11 *NKJV )

Now in this World today it is hard for most people
to find any peace! Confusion abounds no matter where
we go. We were warned about this by our Savior Jesus
Christ, for He said: "THESE THINGS I HAVE SPOKEN TO
YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE. IN THE
WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION; BUT BE OF
GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD."
( JOHN 16:33 )

After All, FOR GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF
CONFUSION BUT OF PEACE, AS IN ALL THE CHURCHES
OF THE SAINTS. ( 1 CORINTHIANS 14:33 )

Therefore, when you find yourself troubled
always look to Jesus Christ, FOR HE HIMSELF IS OUR
PEACE! (EPHESIANS 2:14) A loving caring peace that
we become filled with on our spiritual journey. Plus that
is only one of the blessings we receive on that journey,
for it is also written: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE,
JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS GOODNESS,
FAITHFULNESS GENTLENESS, SELF CONTROL.
AGAINST SUCH THINGS THERE IS NO LAW.
( GALATIANS 5:22-23 )

So my friend, it is my prayer that: THE PEACE OF
GOD WHICH PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL
GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND THROUGH JESUS
CHRIST, ( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 ) now and always! Amen.

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1/3

FOR GOD MY SPEAK IN ONE WAY, OR IN ANOTHER,
YET MAN DOES NOT PERCEIVE IT.
( JOB 33:14 *NKJV )

Has God ever spoken to you? I'll bet that He has!
For God speaks to His Children in various ways, and
many of His Children don't even realize it when He
does. However beware of anyone who claim's that
our Heavenly Father talks to them all of the time!

Now if you are thinking that God has never spoken to
me, let us examine some of the ways that He speaks to
us.

1. By planting ideas in our heads through thoughts or
dreams. ( Have you ever had a problem that was really
bothering you, and suddenly an idea popped into your
head, and you asked yourself, why didn't I think of that
sooner?)

2. By speaking through others, even though they do not
realize it. ( God often speaks to us through others,
sometimes even through non-believers.)

3. By using the broadcast or print media. ( Have you
ever asked God for an answer, and then been given the
answer through a television program, book, song or
even an e-mail message? )

These are just a very few of the ways that God speaks
to His Children, though He doesn't do it often. I hope
that you weren't expecting me to say that lightning would
flash, and a loud voice would ring down from Heaven,
for our Heavenly Father is far too subtle for that, and
after all, the answer is meant for you alone to hear!

So, the next time you are speaking with
others or you pray, why not spend a moment or two
just listening? You just might be surprised you hear!

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1/4

AS THE SCRIPTURE SAYS, ANYONE WHO TRUSTS IN HIM
WILL NEVER BE PUT TO SHAME. FOR THERE IS NO
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN JEW AND GENTILE-THE SAME
LORD IS LORD OF ALL AND RICHLY BLESSES ALL WHO
CALL ON HIM.
( ROMANS 10:11-12 *NIV )

We all are guilty of forgetting our blessings once in a while,
and not thanking our Heavenly Father for the many blessings
that He has given to us. This is even though: FROM THE
FULLNESS OF HIS GRACE WE HAVE ALL RECEIVED ONE
BLESSING AFTER ANOTHER. ( JOHN 1:16 )

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale once wrote, that if you spend
two minutes each morning counting all of your blessings,
you will find that the day will turn out well! So why not try
that today, and while you are counting them remember to
thank God for them. After all through Him all our blessings
flow indeed!

Therefore, THANKS BE TO GOD FOR HIS INCREDIBLE
GIFTS, ( 2 CORINTHIANS 9:15 ) and when you thank Him
make sure that you are: ALWAYS GIVING THANKS TO
GOD THE FATHER FOR EVERYTHING, IN THE NAME OF
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. ( EPHESIANS 5:20 )

Now, have a wonderful weekend and may: THE LORD
BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU; THE LORD MAKE HIS FACE
TO SHINE UPON YOU AND BE GRACIOUS TO YOU. Amen.
( NUMBERS 6:24 )

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1/5

'ASSUREDLY, I SAY TO YOU, INASMUCH AS YOU DID TO
ONE OF THE LEAST OF THESE MY BRETHREN, YOU DID
IT TO ME.' ( MATTHEW 25:40 )

Today I received the following story from one of our brothers'
in Christ. I hope that you will enjoy it as much as I, for though
I have seen it before, it seemed perfect to share with you today.
_____________________________

A t-Shirt with holes in it, jeans, and no shoes was literally
Bill's wardrobe for his entire four years of college. He was
brilliant. Kind of esoteric and very, very bright. He became a
Christian while attending college. Across the street from the
campus was a well-dressed, very conservative church. They
wanted to develop a ministry to the students but were not
sure how to go about it.

One day Bill decided to go there. He walked in with no
shoes, jeans, his T-shirt, and wild hair. The service had
already started and so Bill walked down the aisle looking for a
seat. The church was completely packed and he couldn't find
a seat. By now, people were really looking a bit uncomfortable,
but no one said anything. Bill got closer and closer and closer
to the pulpit, and when he realized there were no seats, he
just sat down right on the carpet.

By now the people are really uptight, and the tension in
the air was thick. About that time, the minister realized
that from way at the back of the church, a deacon was slowly
making his way toward Bill. Now the deacon was in his
eighties, had silver-gray hair, and a three-piece suit. A godly
man, very elegant, very dignified, very courtly. He walked with
a cane and, as he started walking toward this boy, everyone
was saying to themselves that you can't blame him for what
he's going to do. How can you expect a man of his age and
of his background to understand some college kid on
the floor?

It took a long time for the man to reach the boy. The
church was utterly silent except for the clicking of the man's
cane. All eyes were focused on him. You couldn't even hear
anyone breathing. The minister couldn't even preach the
sermon until the deacon did what he had to do. And now
they saw this elderly man drop his cane on the floor. With
great difficulty, he lowered himself and sat down next to Bill,
smiles, shakes his hand, and worshiped with him so he
won't be alone.

Everyone choked up with emotion. When the minister
regained control, he said, "What I'm about to preach, you
will never remember. What you have just seen, you will
never forget."

The moral of the story, "Be careful how you live. You may
be the only Bible some people will ever read".

Now,
I asked the Lord to bless you as I prayed for you today.
To guide you and protect you as you go along your way......
His love is always with you, His promises are true, and
when we give Him all our cares, you know He will see us
through. Amen

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1/6

Peter replied, "REPENT AND BE BAPTIZED, EVERY ONE OF
YOU, IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST FOR THE
FORGIVENESS OF YOUR SINS. AND YOU WILL RECEIVE
THE GIFT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT."
( ACTS 2:38 *NIV )

Baptism parallels the death, burial, and resurrection
of Jesus Christ. For it is written: "HAVING BEEN
BURIED WITH HIM IN BAPTISM AND RAISED
WITH HIM THROUGH YOUR FAITH IN THE POWER
OF GOD, WHO RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD.
WHEN YOU WERE DEAD IN YOUR SINS GOD MADE
YOU ALIVE WITH CHRIST. HE FORGAVE US ALL
OUR SINS, HAVING CANCELED THE WRITTEN CODE,
WITH ITS REGULATIONS, THAT WAS AGAINST US
AND THAT STOOD OPPOSED TO US; HE TOOK IT
AWAY, NAILING IT TO THE CROSS."
( COLOSSIANS 2:12-14 )

Therefore Baptism should also represent the death
and burial of our sinful old way of life. For remembering
that our old sinful life is dead and buried with Christ,
gives us a very powerful motive to resist sin. And not
wanting the desires of the past to come back to power
in our lives, we can consciously choose to treat our old
desires as if they were dead.

"SO I SAY, LIVE BY THE SPIRIT, AND YOU WILL
NOT GRATIFY THE DESIRES OF THE SINFUL NATURE.
THEY ARE IN CONFLICT WITH EACH OTHER, SO
THAT YOU DO NOT DO WHAT YOU WANT."
( GALATIANS 5:16-17 )

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1/7

BLESSED IS HE WHOSE TRANSGRESSIONS ARE FORGIVEN,
WHOSE SINS ARE COVERED. BLESSED IS THE MAN
WHOSE SIN THE LORD DOES NOT COUNT AGAINST HIM AND
IN WHOSE SPIRIT IS NO DECEIT.
( PSALM 32:1-2 *NIV )

Often people feel that they have committed a sin in the past
that can not be forgiven. A sin that is so horrible that God could
never forgiven them. This is simply not true! For, IF WE
CONFESS OUR SINS, HE IS FAITHFUL AND JUST AND WILL
FORGIVE US OUR SINS AND PURIFY US FROM ALL
UNRIGHTEOUSNESS. ( 1 JOHN 1:9 )

After all Jesus even forgave a thief on the cross, did He not?
( LUKE 23:40-43 ) This is because when we confess our sins
and ask for forgiveness, our past sins are cleansed from the
Book of Life by the Precious Blood of our Savior Jesus Christ!
For, IN HIM WE HAVE REDEMPTION THROUGH HIS BLOOD
THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
RICHES OF GOD'S GRACE THAT HE LAVISHED ON US WITH
ALL WISDOM AND UNDERSTANDING. ( EPHESIANS 1:7-8 )

Therefore never feel that a sin you have committed in the
past can not be forgiven, that simply is not true! For our Savior
paid the price for the sin debt for the whole World on the cross!
So, it can be said: WHO IS A GOD LIKE YOU, WHO
PARDONS SIN AND FORGIVES THE TRANSGRESSION OF
THE REMNANT OF HIS INHERITANCE? YOU DO NOT STAY
ANGRY FOREVER BUT DELIGHT TO SHOW MERCY. YOU
WILL AGAIN HAVE COMPASSION ON US; YOU WILL TREAD
OUR SINS UNDERFOOT AND HURL ALL OUR INIQUITIES
INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE SEA. Amen.
( MICAH 7:18-19 )

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1/8

AN ANXIOUS HEART WEIGHS A MAN DOWN, BUT A KIND
WORD CHEERS HIM UP.
( PROVERBS 12:25 *NIV )

It is important for a Child of God to be very careful
of the words we speak! For our Savior Jesus Christ said:
"NOTHING OUTSIDE A MAN CAN MAKE HIM UNCLEAN BY
GOING INTO HIM, RATHER IT IS WHAT COMES OUT OF A
MAN THAT MAKES HIM UNCLEAN." ( MARK 7:15 )

It is also written: WITH THE TONGUE WE PRAISE OUR
LORD AND FATHER, AND WITH IT WE CURSE MEN, WHO
HAVE BEEN MADE IN GOD'S LIKENESS. OUT OF THE
SAME MOUTH COME PRAISE AND CURSING. MY
BROTHERS, THIS SHOULD NOT BE. ( JAMES 3:9-10 )

So, choose your words carefully and remember
that positive words bring positive results, while negative words
always bring negative results! After all, PLEASANT WORDS
ARE LIKE A HONEYCOMB, SWEETNESS TO THE SOUL
AND HEALTH TO THE BONES. ( PROVERBS 16:24 )

These verses bring to mind a sign posted on the wall of a
Professor of mine, many years ago. I will never forget it, for it
so perfectly described him. It read as follows:

Be careful of the words you speak,
And keep them soft and sweet!
For you never know from day to day,
Which words you'll have to eat!

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1/9

GRACE TO YOU AND PEACE FROM GOD THE FATHER
AND OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, WHO GAVE HIM-
SELF FOR OUR SINS, THAT HE MIGHT DELIVER US
FROM THIS PRESENT EVIL AGE..
( GALATIANS 1:3-4 *NKJV )

As you know, no one knows what the future holds for them,
but the Children of God may have peace of mind! Our
Heavenly Father has great plans for our future, not only on
Earth, but in Heaven as well! For, IT IS WRITTEN: EYE HAS
NOT SEEN, NOR EAR HEARD, NOR HAVE ENTERED INTO
THE HEART OF MAN THE THINGS WHICH GOD HAS
PREPARED FOR THOSE WHO LOVE HIM.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 2:9 )

Therefore we have no reason to fear the future, for with God
in charge, there is no need to worry about anything! For in
this life when we have heartache and woe, He is always there
to comfort and guide us, and in our next life, we will live with
him in Paradise forever!

No, we cannot imagine all of the wonderful things that God
has planned for our future, but one thing that we may count
on is that the best is yet to come! "FOR I KNOW THE
THOUGHTS THAT I THINK TOWARD YOU," SAYS THE
LORD, "THOUGHTS OF PEACE AND NOT OF EVIL, TO
GIVE YOU A FUTURE AND A HOPE. " ( JEREMIAH 29:11 )
Therefore "THERE IS HOPE IN YOUR FUTURE," SAYS THE
LORD! ( JEREMIAH 31:17 )

So have a wonderful Wednesday, and may God's
Great Love, Hope and Faith, fill your heart and mind, and may
THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL
UNDERSTANDING, GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND
THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. Amen!
( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

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1/10

SO THEN FAITH COMES FROM HEARING, AND HEARING
BY THE WORD OF GOD.
( ROMANS 10:17 *NKJV )

Just as our bodies' hunger and thirst, so do our souls.
However our souls need Spiritual food and water. This food
and water may be found in God's Word, the Holy Bible!
FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING AND POWERFUL,
AND SHARPER THAN ANY TWO-EDGED SWORD.
( HEBREWS 4:12 )

However, reading the Bible not only nourishes
our souls, it also helps us deal with everyday problems. We
also gain knowledge and wisdom from God's Word. It even
helps to bring us out of depression, anguish, and
worry as well. What a wonderful book it is! Why not spend
a little time each day reading it? You will find that each page
you read will bring you a little closer to our Heavenly Father,
and what a wonderful journey that is! After all Jesus' said:
"MY MOTHER AND MY BROTHERS ARE THESE WHO
HEAR THE WORD OF GOD AND DO IT."
( Luke 8:21 )

SO NOW, BRETHERN, I COMMEND YOU TO GOD AND
TO THE WORD OF HIS GRACE, WHICH IS ABLE TO BUILD
YOU UP AND GIVE YOU AN INHERITANCE AMONG ALL
THOSE WHO ARE SANCTIFIED. Amen.
( ACTS 20:32-33 )

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1/11

WHEN I SAID, "MY FOOT IS SLIPPING," YOUR LOVE, O LORD
SUPPORTED ME. WHEN ANXIETY WAS GREAT WITHIN ME,
YOUR CONSOLATION BROUGHT JOY TO MY SOUL.
( PSALM 94:18-19 *NIV )

Whenever life throws you a curve, and you feel anxiety
build up within, always turn to Jesus. For you may always:
CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY ON HIM FOR HE CARES FOR
YOU. ( 1 PETER 5:7 )

After all Jesus Christ said: "DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS
BE TROUBLED. TRUST IN GOD; TRUST ALSO IN ME."
( JOHN 14:1 ) Therefore, "Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled."

Let not your heart be troubled,
Give your worries and cares to Me.
I am your Heavenly Father
Who suffered and died for thee.
There are times throughout your Earthly life
When you are filled with doubts and fear.
Always come to Me in prayer
And know that I am near.
The love I have for you, dear child,
Can never be bought or measured.
It's a gift I freely give to you.
It is My most precious treasure.
When sorrow or pain come your way
And life seems to be unfair,
Let not your heart be troubled...
Just come to Me in prayer.
Poet: Shirley Hile Powell

Have a great weekend, and spent a little time
doing you really enjoy this weekend. Amen.

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1/12

And Jesus Christ said:
THEREFORE WHOEVER HUMBLES HIMSELF AS A LITTLE
CHILD IS THE GREATEST IN THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.
( MATTHEW 18:4 *NKJV )

In keeping with our Saturday tradition, today we will submit
the following message I received from one of our Sister's
in Christ, a few days ago. I though it worth sharing with you this
morning. I hope that it will minister to you, as it has to me!
____________________________________

A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Target. She must
have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image
of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes
over the top of rain gutters, so much in a hurry to hit the earth it has
no time to flow down the spout. We all stood there under the awning
and just inside the door of the Target.

We waited, some patiently, others irritated because nature
messed up their hurried day. I am always mesmerized by rainfall. I
got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt
and dust of the World. Memories of running, splashing so carefree
as a child came pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of
my day.

The little voice was so sweet as it broke the hypnotic trance we
were all caught in "Mom, let's run through the rain," she said.
"What?" Mom asked.

"Let's run through the rain!" She repeated.

"No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit," Mom replied.

This young child waited about another minute and repeated:
"Mom, let's run through the rain,"

"We'll get soaked if we do," Mom said.

"No, we won't, Mom. That's not what you said this morning," the
young girl said as she tugged at her Mom's arm.

"This morning? When did I say we could run through the rain and
not get wet?"

"Don't you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about
his cancer, you said, 'If God can get us through this, he can get
us through anything!"

Now the entire crowd stopped dead silent. I swear you couldn't
hear anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came
or left in the next few minutes. Mom paused and thought for a
moment about what she would say. Now some would laugh it off
and scold her for being silly. Some might even ignore what was
said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's life.
A time when innocent trust can be nurtured so that it will bloom
into faith.

"Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If GOD
let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing," Mom said.

Then off they ran. We all stood watching, smiling and laughing as
they darted past the cars and yes, through the puddles. They held
their shopping bags over their heads just in case. They got soaked.
But they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like
children all the way to their cars.

And yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing.

Circumstances or people can take away your material
possessions, they can take away your money, and they can take
away your health. But no one can ever take away your precious
memories...So, don't forget to make time and take the opportunities
to make memories everyday. To Everything There Is A Season And
A Time To Every Purpose Under Heaven! ( Ecclesiastes 3:1 )

Now they say it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour
to appreciate them, a day to love them, but then an entire life to
forget them. So, take the time to keep in touch with your
friends, you never know when you'll need each other -- and don't ever
forget "to run in the rain!" Amen.

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1/13

EVERY WORD OF GOD IS PURE; HE IS A SHIELD TO
THOSE WHO PUT THEEIR TRUST IN HIM.
( PROVERBS 30:5 *NKJV )

Have you ever noticed that the verses of each type of the
Bible are amazingly the same? Let us look at a few examples.

The American Standard Version:
"THERE IS AN APPOINTED TIME FOR EVERYTHING. AND
THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERY EVENT UNDER HEAVEN."
(ECCLESIASTES 3:1)

The New King James Version:
"TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON, A TIME FOR
EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN." (ECC 3:1)

The New International Version:
"THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERYTHING, AND A SEASON FOR
EVERY ACTIVITY UNDER HEAVEN." (ECC 3:1)

This didn't happen by accident; or even by a Miracle!
These and all Bibles are written from an Ancient Text that is
called the MASSORAH. Now The MASSORAH is known as the
blueprint of the Holy Bible, because it locked in all words and
letters into place.

The Hebrew Word MASSORAH is from the root MASAR,
meaning to deliver something into the hands of another, and
to commit it to His trust. Hence the name is given to this ancient
writing, because it contains information necessary to those
whose trust the Sacred Text was committed so that they might
transcribe it, and hand it down correctly!

The Original Transcripts were written before the Massorites
were put in charge of it. There work under Ezra and
Nehemiah, was to set the text in order after Isreal's return from
Babylon. (See NEHEMIAH 8:8 & EZRA 7:6, 11) It took them
110 years to complete this Text.

Needless to say you will not find a Massorah on sale at
the local Bible Store, and if you ask for one they probably
will not know what your talking about. There are very few
of these ancient Texts in the World today! You may view
one at the British Museum Library, or at the Smithsonian
Museum in Washington D. C.

There you have it! Another "Mystery of the Bible
Solved!" God Bless You, and have a great weekend! Amen.

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1/14

GOD HAS SAID, "NEVER WILL I LEAVE YOU; NEVER WILL
I FORSAKE YOU."
( HEBREWS 13:5 *NIV )

Now that is a promise from our Heavenly Father! After all
He is always with us no matter what may happen!

Therefore when you face adversity: GOD IS OUR REFUGE
AND STRENGTH, AN EVER-PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE.
( PSALM 46:1 )

When you are afraid, why not do what King David did, for he
stated: "I SOUGHT THE LORD, AND HE ANSWERED ME; HE
DELIVERED ME FROM ALL MY FEARS." ( PSALM 34:4 )

When you mourn it is written: BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO
MOURN, FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED.
( MATTHEW 5:4 )

When you are worried why not: CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY
ON HIM BECAUSE HE CARES FOR YOU. ( 1 PETER 5:7 )

When you are feeling low: HUMBLE YOURSELVES
BEFORE THE LORD, AND HE WILL LIFT YOU UP.
( JAMES 4:10 )

Also always remember, that it is written: I CAN DO
EVERYTHING THROUGH HIM WHO GIVES ME STRENGTH.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:13 ) Because, YOU, DEAR CHILDREN, ARE
FROM GOD AND HAVE OVERCOME THEM, BECAUSE THE
ONE WHO IS IN YOU IS GREATER THAN THE ONE WHO IS
IN THE WORLD. ( 1 JOHN 4:4 )

So, DO NOT BE TERRIFIED; DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED,
FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD WILL BE WITH YOU WHERE-
EVER YOU GO. Amen! ( JOSHUA 1:9 )

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1/15

Jesus Christ said;
"PEACE I LEAVE WITH YOU; MY PEACE I GIVE YOU. I DO
NOT GIVE TO YOU AS THE WORLD GIVES. DO NOT LET
YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED AND DO NOT BE AFRAID."
( JOHN 14:27 *NIV )

Now with all that is going on in the World today it
is hard to have any peace of mind. After all, with wars
and rumors of wars, terrorists, and violent weather etc
happening all over the World, it is a bit unsettling to say
the least!

So remember that Jesus told us: "YOU WILL HEAR OF WARS
AND RUMORS OF WARS, BUT SEE TO IT THAT YOU ARE
NOT ALARMED. SUCH THINGS MUST HAPPEN, BUT THE
END IS STILL TO COME. NATION WILL RISE AGAINST
NATION, AND KINGDOM AGAINST KINGDOM. THERE
WILL BE FAMINES AND EARTHQUAKES IN VARIOUS
PLACES." ( MATTHEW 24:6-8 ) So no doubt the Universe is
unfolding as it should be.

Therefore keep your mind focused on Jesus Christ
for He said: "I HAVE TOLD YOU THESE THINGS, SO THAT
IN ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE. IN THIS WORLD YOU
WILL HAVE TROUBLE. BUT TAKE HEART! I HAVE
OVERCOME THE WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 )

So, why not start each day with the following
prayer, and even better yet, why not try to live by it as well.
Then, LET THE PEACE OF CHRIST RULE IN YOUR HEARTS,
SINCE AS MEMBERS OF ONE BODY YOU WERE
CALLED TO PEACE, AND BE THANKFUL, (COLOSSIANS 3:15)
and by living this prayer it will help you find true peace and
serenity indeed!

God, grant me the serenity
To accept the things I cannot change,
The courage to change the things I can,
And the wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time,
Enjoying one moment at a time,
Accepting hardship as a pathway to peace;
Taking, as Jesus did, this sinful World as it is,
Not as I would have it;
Trusting that You will make all things right
If I surrender to Your will;
So that I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with You
Forever in the next. Amen.
Author, Reinhold Niebuhr

Now, don't you feel more peaceful right now?
I thought so. Have a great day! Amen.

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1/16

NO TEMPTATION HAS SIZED YOU EXCEPT WHAT IS COMMON
TO MAN. AND GOD IS FAITHFUL; HE WILL ALSO PROVIDE A
WAY OUT SO THAT YOU CAN STAND THE TEST.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13 *NIV )

Now as you know this World is filled with sinful desires.
Temptations are everywhere, for you can find them on Television,
in the Movies, or even on the Internet as well!

Now this isn't something new for even our Savior Jesus Christ
even faced temptation on this Earth as well! That is written in
the Book of Luke, ( 4:1-13.) Therefore when you find yourself
being tempted, remember who the great tempter is and: BE
SELF-CONTROLLED AND ALERT YOUR ENEMY THE DEVIL
PROWLS AROUND LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO DEVOUR.
( 1 PETER 5:8 )

Also never think that God is tempting you, for it is written:
WHEN TEMPTED, NO ONE SHOULD SAY, "GOD IS TEMPTING
ME." FOR GOD CANNOT BE TEMPTED BY EVIL, NOR DOES
HE TEMPT ANYONE; BUT EACH ONE IS TEMPTED WHEN,
BY HIS OWN EVIL DESIRE, HE IS DRAGGED AWAY AND
ENTICED. ( JAMES 1:13-14 )

So, always turn to prayer when you find yourself being
tempted. FOR WE DO NOT HAVE A HIGH PRIEST WHO IS
UNABLE TO SYMPATHIZE WITH OUR WEAKNESSES, BUT
WE HAVE ONE WHO HAS BEEN TEMPTED IN EVERY WAY,
JUST AS WE ARE YET WITHOUT SIN. LET US THEN
APPROACH THE THRONE OF GRACE WITH CONFIDENCE,
SO THAT WE MAY RECEIVE MERCY AND FIND GRACE TO
HELP US IN OUR TIME OF NEED. ( HEBREWS 4:15-16 )

Now may: THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST BE
WITH YOUR SPIRIT, the next time you face temptation! Amen.
(PHILIPPIANS 4:23 )

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1/17

HE WILL COMMAND HIS ANGELS CONCERNING YOU TO
GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS.
( PSALM 91:10 *NIV )

You may take comfort in knowing that God is always
watching over us. He even sends us a guardian angel
when we need one! For there are many examples of this
written in the Scriptures. ( 1 KINGS 19:5; DANIEL 6:22;
MATTHEW 18:10; LUKE 16:22 & ACTS 12:7 )

After all it is also written of angels: THEY WILL LIFT YOU
UP IN THEIR HANDS, SO THAT YOU WILL NOT STRIKE
YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE. For; ARE NOT ALL
ANGELS MINISTERING SPIRITS SENT TO SERVE THOSE
WHO WILL INHERIT SALVATION? ( PSALM 91:12 ) &
( HEBREWS 1:14 )

Therefore, HE WHO DWELLS IN THE SHELTER OF THE
MOST HIGH WILL REST IN THE SHADOW OF THE
ALMIGHTY. And; "BECAUSE HE LOVES ME," SAYS THE
LORD, "I WILL RESCUE HIM; I WILL PROTECT HIM, FOR
HE ACKNOWLEDGES MY NAME. HE WILL CALL UPON
ME, AND I WILL ANSWER HIM; I WILL BE WITH HIM IN
TROUBLE, I WILL DELIVER HIM AND HONOR HIM.
( PSALM 91:1 ) & ( PSALM 91:14-15 )

So, again, take comfort in knowing that our Heavenly
Father is always watching over us, and ready to send us help
when ever we need it! Therefore: BLESSED BE THE LORD
GOD OF ISRAEL FROM EVERLASTING TO EVERLASTING!
AND LET ALL THE PEOPLE SAY, "AMEN!"
( PSALM 106:48 )

For: THIS IS GOOD AND PLEASES GOD OUR SAVIOR,
WHO WANTS ALL MEN TO BE SAVED AND TO COME
TO A KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUTH. (1 TIMOTHY 2:3-4)

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1/18

MAY GOD BE GRACIOUS TO US AND BLESS US AND
MAKE HIS FACE SHINE UPON US.
( PSALM 67:1 * NIV )

In this busy World of ours we often forget to stop and
count all of our blessings. If we are not careful we will
even take them for granted! So why not stop and count
your blessings today, for when you count them, you will
find that there are many indeed! Also you will find that
counting your blessings is a great way to begin each day
as well.

Now the above verse reminds me of a poem that I very
much enjoy. It was written by one of my favorite Christian
Poet's. So today I would like to share that poem with you,
and it is my hope that you will enjoy it as well!

Your Blessings Are So Many, Lord!

Your blessings are so many, Lord,
To count them one by one
Would take much longer than a day
That has just now begun!

You fill each day with miracles
From dawn to setting sun.
Each night You hear a million prayers
When day's work is done.

You keep this old world spinning
As seasons come and go,
And each one is a masterpiece
That stets our hearts aglow.

You fill the earth with beauty, Lord,
With flowers, shrubs and trees,
And we marvel at Your rainbows
And butterflies and bees.

Your words still give us comfort
For Your promises are true.
Your blessings are so many, Lord,
In everything we do!
Poet, Clay Harrison

Have a Wonderful Friday, and may the Peace
of God be with you! Amen.

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1/19

HE WHO DWELLS IN THE SHELTER OF THE MOST HIGH WILL
REST IN THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY. I WILL SAY OF
THE LORD, "HE IS MY REFUGE AND MY FORTRESS, MY GOD
IN WHOM I TRUST."
( PSALM 91:1-2 * NIV )

God has promised us: "AS A MOTHER COMFORTS
HER CHILD, SO WILL I COMFORT YOU. ( ISAIAH 66:13 )
Therefore never doubt, instead put all of your trust in Him. The
following poem sums it up best. I hope that you will enjoy it.

I Know...

** I know He is the beginning, so why do I worry about the end?
** I know He is the creator, so why do I wonder who will destroy?
** I know He has forgiven me, so why can't I forgive myself?
** I know He is a healer, so why do I speak of sickness?
** I know He can do all things, so why do I say I can't?
** I know He will protect me, so why do I fear?
** I know He will supply all my needs, so why can't I wait?
** I know He is my strength and my salvation, so why do I feel weak?
** I know that everything and everyone has a season, so why when
someone's season is over do I weep instead of rejoice?
** I know He is the right way, so why do I go the wrong way?
** I know He is the light, so why do I choose to walk in darkness?
** I know that whatever I ask of GOD, GOD will give me,
so why am I scared to ask?
** I know tomorrow is not promised, so why do I put off
for tomorrow what I can do today?
** I know that the truth shall make me free, so
why do I continue to lie?
** I know He gives us revelation, knowledge and
understanding, so why do I lean on my own understanding?
** I know I should live in the spirit as well as walk in the spirit,
so why do I choose to live in the spirit but walk in the flesh?
** I know that when praises go up, blessings come down,
so why do I refuse to praise Him?
** I know I am saved, so why do I refuse the word He has given me?
** I know He has a plan for me, so why am I rushing it because
** I am eager to do His will, when it is His time not my time?

Have a great weekend, and don't forget Church
on Sunday.

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1/20

THE WORD OF THE LORD ENDURED FOREVER.
( 1 PETER 1:25 *NKJV )

EARLY MISSIONARIES

As you already know there are a vast number of men
and women serving God as Missionaries in this World today.
Without their valiant effort many in this World would never
know the love of Jesus Christ!

So today we salute those wonderful Servants of God, by
taking a look at the Early Missionaries of the New Testament,
and their Journeys to spread the Word of God.

PHILLIP.....One of the first to preach the gospel outside
Jerusalem. ( ACTS 8:4-40 )

PETER & JOHN.....They visited Samaritan believers to
encourage them! ( ACTS 8:14-25 )

PAUL (Journey to Damascus).....He set out to capture
Christians but was captured by Jesus Christ instead!
( ACTS 9:1-25 )

PETER.....He was lead by God to one of the first Gentile
families to become Christians. They were the Cornelius
family. ( ACTS 9:32-10:48 )

BARNABAS.....He went to Antioch to encourage believers,
then went on to Troas to bring Paul back to Jerusalem
( ACTS 11:25-30 )

BARNABUS, PAUL & JOHN MARK.....They left Antioch
for Cyprus, Pamphylia, and Galatia on the very first
missionary journey. ( ACTS 13:1-14:28 )

BARNABUS & JOHN MARK.....After a break with Paul
They left for Cyprus. ( ACTS 15:36-41 )

PAUL, SILAS, TIMOTHY & LUKE.....They left Antioch
to revisit churches in Galatia, then traveled on to Asia.
From Asia they traveled on to Macedonia, and Achaia
on the second missionary journey. ( ACTS 15:36-18:22 )

APOLLOS.....He left Alexandria for Ephesus, where he
learned the complete gospel story from Priscilla and
Aquila. He then preached in Athens and Corinth.
( ACTS 18:24-28 )

PAUL, TIMOTHY & ERASTUS.....They went on the third
journey revisiting the churches in Galatia, Asia, Macedonia,
and Achaia. ( ACTS 18:32; 19:1-21:14 )

So, I hope that you have enjoyed this look at the
early missionaries. For without their efforts to spread the
Word of God Christianity might not exist today! Amen.

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1/21

THIS IS WHAT THE LORD SAYS-YOUR REDEEMER, THE
HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL: "I AM THE LORD YOUR GOD, WHO
TEACHES YOU WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU, WHO DIRECTS
YOU IN THE WAY YOU SHOULD GO.
( ISAIAH 48:17 *NIV )

When we turn our life and will over to the care of GOD, He
will guide us on the journey to become the person that we
were meant to be. For He has promised: I WILL INSTRUCT
YOU AND TEACH YOU IN THE WAY YOU SHOULD GO; I
WILL COUNSEL YOU AND WATCH OVER YOU.
( PSALM 32:8 )

Now in the process of becoming that person, our life will be
filled with love, hope, faith and fulfillment, as we have never
known before! The emptiness we felt before will be filled to
overflowing! We will then start looking at life differently, and
loving every moment of it. This is because: IF ANYONE IS
IN CHRIST, HE IS A NEW CREATION; THE OLD HAS GONE,
THE NEW HAS COME! ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 )

Therefore, I pray that you are on that journey right
now, and feel these changes within yourself! If not, today is a
great day to start that journey! Just tell God that you are ready,
and: THE LORD WILL GUIDE YOU ALWAYS; HE WILL
SATISFY YOUR NEEDS IN A SUN-SCORCHED LAND AND
WILL STRENGTHEN YOUR FRAME. YOU WILL BE LIKE A
WELL WATERED GARDEN, LIKE A SPRING WHOSE
WATERS NEVER FAIL. Amen ( ISAIAH 58:11 )

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1/22

NO MAN HAS SEEN GOD AT ANY TIME. IF WE LOVE
ONE ANOTHER, GOD ABIDES IN US, AND HIS LOVE HAS
BEEN PERFECTED IN US.
( 1 JOHN 4:12 *NKJV )

It is written: YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD
WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, WITH
ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH.
( MARK 12:30 )

When we love God with all our heart, He fills us with
His great love! A love that is pure, and is known only by
those who love Him. He them expects us to share that
love with others. For it is written: MY LITTLE CHILDREN,
LET US NOT LOVE IN WORD OR IN TONGUE, BUT IN
DEED AND IN TRUTH. ( 1 JOHN 3:18 )

We may show our love for others by doing simple acts
of kindness! After all it is written: BE KINDLY
AFFECTIONATE TO ONE ANOTHER WITH BROTHERLY
LOVE, IN HONOR GIVING PREFERENCE TO ONE
ANOTHER; AND NOT LAGGING IN DILIGENCE,
FERVENT IN SPIRIT, SERVING THE LORD.
( ROMANS 12:10-11 )

We may also do that by doing simple things such as
smiling and saying "Good Morning" to those we see. Also
by letting them know that we care about them, and by being
there when they need a friend! The number of ways to show
God's Love to others is endless!

Further it is also a way to plant the seeds of faith by
showing them the way a Christian lives. After all remember:
THERE IS JOY IN THE PRESENCE OF THE ANGELS OF
GOD OVER ONE SINNER WHO REPENTS. ( LUKE 15:10 )
Thus when we do that we are working for God as well!

So, why not share God's Love with those you
see today and every day? You will find that even those
who do not believe, will respond to it! Why, because the
one thing that all humans desire, and can never get too
much of is Love! Amen.

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1/23

YOU WERE ONCE DARKNESS, BUT NOW YOU ARE LIGHT IN
THE LORD. LIVE AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT, FOR THE FRUIT
OF THE LIGHT CONSISTS IN ALL GOODNESS, RIGHTEOUS-
NESS AND TRUTH.
( EPHESIANS 5:8-9 * NIV )

As Childern of Light our actions shoul reflect our faith, and shine
brightly to others. We should never be afraid to show our faith no
matter where we are, or who we are with. After all we are beacons
of God's Love shining out into dark World that is searching for love
in all the wrong places. A World that is full of people without love,
hope and faith.

Therefore our Savior Jesus Christ stressed this truth in the
Sermon on the Mount, for He said: "YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE
WORLD. A CITY ON A HILL CANNOT BE HIDDEN. NEITHER DO
PEOPLE LIGHT A LAMP AND PUT IT UNDER A BOWL.
INSTEAD THEY PUT IT ON ITS STAND, AND IT GIVES LIGHT
TO EVERYONE IN THE HOUSE." ( MATTHEW 5:14-15 )

Further, you probably have known people that
seem to light up a room when they enter, well, IN THE SAME
WAY, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE BEFORE MEN, THAT THEY MAY
SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS AND PRAISE YOUR FATHER IN
HEAVEN. ( MATTHEW 5:16 )

Now you may be thinking "my light is a dim one." Well, I believe
that our dim light is magnified by the immense mirror of God's Love.
Thus it truly shines brightly when we tell others about our Heavenly
Father, and show goodness toward the people in our lives! So try
it today and see for yourself, for if everyone would light just one
little candle what a bright World this would be! Amen

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1/24

THE STEPS OF A GOOD MAN ARE ORDERED BY THE LORD,
AND HE DELIGHTS IN HIS WAY. THOUGH HE FALL, HE SHALL
NOT BE UTTERLY CAST DOWN; FOR THE LORD UPHOLDS
HIM WITH HIS HAND.
( PSALM 37:23-24 *NKJV )

Now when we first learned to walk, we often fell down, but did
we stay down? NO, we reached out to the extended hand of our
mother or father, who helped us back on our feet. This happened
often until we finally learned to walk on our own.

We can learn to walk with our Heavenly Father's helping hand
the very same way! For then when we fall, we can reach out to
God through prayer, and accept His merciful helping hand as well!
After all it is written: THE LORD LIFTS UP THE HUMBLE; HE
CASTS THE WICKED DOWN TO THE GROUND.
( PSALM 147:6 )

Also written: HE SHALL GIVE HIS ANGELS CHARGE OVER
YOU, TO KEEP YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS. IN THEIR HANDS
THEY SHALL BEAR YOU UP, LEST YOU DASH YOUR FOOT
AGAINST A STONE. ( PSALM 91:11-12 )

So, walk with God everyday and you will find: THE LORD
YOUR GOD IN YOUR MIDST, HE WILL REJOICE OVER YOU
WITH GLADNESS, HE WILL QUIET YOU WITH HIS LOVE, HE
WILL REJOICE OVER YOU WITH SINGING. ( ZEPHANIAH 3:17 )

Now my friend, have a great day knowing that the loving hand of
God is always there ready to help you, no matter what you may
face! AMEN..

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1/25

Jesus said: "COME TO ME, ALL YOU WHO ARE WEARY
AND BURDENED, AND I WILL GIVE YOU REST. TAKE MY
YOKE UPON YOU AND LEARN FROM ME, FOR I AM GENTLE
AND HUMBLE IN HEART, AND YOU WILL FIND REST FOR
YOUR SOULS. FOR MY YOKE IS EASY AND MY BURDEN IS
LIGHT."
( MATTHEW 11:28-30 *NIV )

As you already know, it is hard to find any rest with so many
trials, tribulations, conflicts, and burdens in our lives today.
However when we follow Jesus, He will provide us with rest and
make our burdens lighter. For, THE LORD UPHOLDS ALL
THOSE WHO FALL AND LIFTS UP ALL WHO ARE BOWED
DOWN. ( PSALM 145:14 )

So when you feel stressed: CAST YOUR CARES ON THE
LORD AND HE WILL SUSTAIN YOU; HE WILL NEVER LET
THE RIGHTEOUS FALL. ( PSALM 55:22 ) After all: GOD IS
OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, AN EVER-PRESENT
HELP IN TROUBLE. ( PSALM 46:1 )

Also remember that: BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO
PERSEVERES UNDER TRIAL, BECAUSE WHEN HE HAS
STOOD THE TEST, HE WILL RECEIVE THE CROWN OF
LIFE THAT GOD HAS PROMISED TO THOSE WHO LOVE
HIM. ( JAMES 1:12 )

Therefore, PRAISE BE TO THE GOD AND FATHER OF
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, THE FATHER OF COMPASSION
AND THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT, WHO COMFORTS US IN
ALL OUR TROUBLES, SO THAT WE CAN COMFORT
THOSE IN ANY TROUBLE WITH THE COMFORT WE
OURSELVES HAVE RECEIVED FROM GOD. Amen.
( 2 CORINTHIANS 1:3-4 )

Now, have a Wonderful Weekend that is filled with
"Peace," and SMILE for after all God Loves You!

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1/26

It is written: IF I SAY, 'I WILL FORGET MY COMPLAINT, I
WILL CHANGE MY EXPRESSION, AND SMILE.'
( JOB 9:27 * NIV )

We all have days when we feel overwhelmed with life's
many problems. However complaining about then doesn't
change a thing! So why not smile instead of complain, for
it is said: "Smile and the whole World smiles with you, frown
and you frown alone!"

Now what better way to find a smile than to laugh with joy.
So enjoy today's message, and let it be said:"OUR MOUTHS
WERE FILLED WITH LAUGHTER, OUR TONGUES WITH
SONGS OF JOY." For, THE LORD HAS DONE GREAT THINGS
FOR US, AND WE ARE FILLED WITH JOY. ( PSALM 126:2-3 )

Therefore, today's message is one that was sent to
us by one of our Dear Subscribers. It will bring a smile, as well
as, a laugh or two. It contains words that were found in Church
Bulletins.
___________________________

They're Back! Those wonderful Church Bulletins! Thanks for church
ladies with typewriters. These sentences (with all the BLOOPERS)
actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church
services:
--------------------------
The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals.
--------------------------
The sermon this morning: 'Jesus Walks on the Water.' The sermon
tonight: 'Searching for Jesus.'
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Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid of those
things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands.
--------------------------
Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community. Smile
at someone who is hard to love. Say 'Hell' to someone who doesn't
care much about you.
--------------------------
Don't let worry kill you off - let the Church help.
--------------------------
Miss Charlene Mason sang 'I will not pass this way again,' giving
obvious pleasure to the congregation.
--------------------------
For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a
nursery downstairs.
--------------------------
Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help
they can get.
--------------------------
Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the
church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days.
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A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall.
Music will follow.
--------------------------
At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be 'What Is Hell?'
Come early and listen to our choir practice.
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Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition of
several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones.
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Scouts are saving aluminium cans, bottles and other items to be
recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children.
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Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased
person you want remembered.
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The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment
and gracious hostility.
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Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow.
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The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They
may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.
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This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park across
from the Church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin.
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Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10 AM. All
ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall after the B. S. is done.
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The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congregation would
lend him their electric girdles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday.
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Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM. Please
use the back door.
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The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare's Hamlet in the
Church basement Friday at 7 PM. The congregation is invited to attend
this tragedy.
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Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Baptist Church.
Please use large double door at the side entrance.
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The Associate Minister unveiled the church's new campaign slogan
last Sunday: 'I Upped My Pledge - Up Yours.'
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Don't cry because it's over - Smile because it happened...

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1/27

GIVE TO THE LORD THE GLORY DUE HIS NAME; AND
COME BEFORE HIM. OH, WORSHIP THE LORD IN THE
BEAUTY OF HOLINESS!
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:29 )

If you haven't gone lately, why not attend the Church of
your choice today, and join with others as they worship our
Heavenly Father! For it is only right that we worship and
sing to Him as well! After all it is written that we should:
SING TO THE LORD, ALL THE EARTH; PROCLAIM
HIS SALVATION DAY AFTER DAY. ( 1 CHRONICLES 16:23 )

So, COME, LET US WORSHIP AND BOW DOWN; LET
US KNEEL BEFORE THE LORD OUR MAKER. FOR HE IS
OUR GOD, AND WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF HIS PASTURE,
AND THE SHEEP OF HIS HAND. ( PSALM 95:6-7 )

Therefore: Let us also: PRAISE GOD IN HIS
SANCTUARY; PRAISE HIM WITH THE SOUND OF THE
TRUMPET; PRAISE HIM WITH THE LUTE AND HARP!
PRAISE HIM WITH THE TIMBREL AND DANCE; PRAISE
HIM WITH STRINGED INSTRUMENTS AND FLUTES!
PRAISE HIM WITH CLASHING CYMBALS! LET EVERY-
THING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE THE LORD.
(PSALM 150:1, 3-6 )

So again I say, why not attend your Church today, and:
COME LET US SING TO THE LORD! LET US SHOUT
JOYFULLY TO THE ROCK OUR SALVATION. Amen!
( PSALM 95:1 )

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1/28

THE LORD IS FAR FROM THE WICKED, BUT HE HEARS THE
PRAYERS OF THE RIGHTEOUS.
( PROVERBS 15:29 *NKJV )

We may pray that God will handle a problem for us, or to
fulfill a dream we have, while never letting it go for Him to handle.
We instead take it back and try to handle it on our own.

We may then even put all of our trust in another to solve it for
us as well. Now it is written: IT IS BETTER TO TRUST IN THE
LORD THAN TO PUT CONFIDENCE IN MAN. ( PSALM 118:8 )

So the next time that you ask God to handle something for you,
leave it in God's capable hands, and: REST IN THE LORD, AND
WAIT PATIENTLY FOR HIM. ( PSALM 37:7 ) Do not pull it back
again and try to handle it without Him.

Now this reminds me of a poem that has ministered to me,
and I will share it with you right now. I hope that it ministers to
you as well. Amen.

Broken Dreams

As children bring
their broken toys
with tears for us to mend,
I brought my broken dreams
to God
because He was my friend!

But then instead
of leaving Him
in peace to work alone,
I hung around
and tried to help
with ways
that were my own.

At last I snatched them back
and cried,
"How can you be so slow?"
"My child," He said
"What could I do?
You never did let go."
Author Unknown

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1/29

YOU ARE MY HIDING PLACE; YOU WILL PROTECT ME
FROM TROUBLE AND SURROUND ME WITH SONGS
OF DELIVERANCE.
( PSALM 32:7 *NIV )

Now when problems surround us and we feel
overwhelmed by them, we all would like to escape from
them even if it is for only a little while! When we turn our
problems over to God we can escape!

Thus, just like king David who wrote: THOUGH I WALK
IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE, YOU PRESERVE MY
LIFE; YOU STRETCH OUT YOUR HAND AGAINST
THE ANGER OF MY FOES, WITH YOUR RIGHT HAND
YOU SAVE ME. ( PSALM 138:7 ) FOR IN THE DAY
OF TROUBLE HE WILL KEEP ME SAFE IN HIS
DWELLING; HE WILL HIDE ME IN THE SHELTER OF HIS
TABERNACLE AND SET ME HIGH UPON A ROCK.
( PSALM 27:5 )

For, THE LORD WILL GUIDE YOU ALWAYS; HE WILL
SATISFY YOUR NEEDS IN A SUN-SCORCHED LAND
AND WILL STRENGTHEN YOUR FRAME. YOU WILL
BE LIKE A WELL-WATERED GARDEN, LIKE A
SPRING WHOSE WATERS NEVER FAIL.
( ISAIAH 58:11 )

So, the next time problems start getting you
down, and you think it is impossible to handle them,
remember the words of our Savior Jesus Christ: "WHAT
IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH MEN IS POSSIBLE WITH GOD!"
Amen ( LUKE 18:27 )

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1/30

AND DO NOT LEAD US INTO TEMPTATION, BUT DELIVER
US FROM THE EVIL ONE. FOR YOURS IS THE KINGDOM
AND THE POWER AND THE GLORY FOREVER. AMEN.
( MATTHEW 6:13 *NKJV )

We all face temptations in this life at times so: BE
SOBER, BE VIGILANT; BECAUSE YOUR ADVERSARY
THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE A ROARING LION,
SEEKING WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR. ( 1 PETER 5:8 )

After all satan knows that: EACH ONE IS TEMPTED
WHEN HE IS DRAWN AWAY BY HIS OWN DESIRES
AND ENTICED. ( JAMES 1:14 ) and that is one of his
favorite tricks!

Therefore, MY SON, IF SINNERS ENTICE YOU, DO
NOT CONSENT. ( PROVERBS 1:10 ) Instead: WATCH
AND PRAY, LEST YOU ENTER INTO TEMPTATION.
THE SPIRIT INDEED IS WILLING, BUT THE FLESH IS
WEAK. ( MARK 14:38 )

Also remember that: NO TEMPTATION HAS OVER-
TAKEN YOU EXCEPT SUCH IS COMMON TO MAN; BUT
GOD IS FAITHFUL, WHO WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO BE
TEMPTED BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE ABLE, BUT WITH
THE TEMPTATION WILL ALSO MAKE THE WAY OF
ESCAPE, THAT YOU MAY BE ABLE TO BEAR IT.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13 )

So, the next time you are tempted do not give in,
instead: SUBMIT TO GOD. RESIST THE DEVIL AND HE
WILL FLEE FROM YOU. ( JAMES 4:7 )

NOW TO HIM WHO IS ABLE TO KEEP YOU FROM
STUMBLING, AND TO PRESENT YOU FAULTLESS
BEFORE THE PRESENCE OF HIS GLORY WITH
EXCEEDING JOY, TO GOD OUR SAVIOR, WHO ALONE
IS WISE, BE GLORY AND MAJESTY, DOMINION AND
POWER, BOTH NOW AND FOREVER. AMEN
( JUDE 24-25 )

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1/31

YOU ARE ALL SONS OF THE LIGHT AND SONS OF THE
DAY. WE DO NOT BELONG TO THE NIGHT OR THE
DARKNESS.
( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:5 *NIV )

The word light in the Bible refers to being a child of God.
Darkness or night refers to being evil, for a child of darkness
belongs to satan. Thus we are children of the light, for it is
written: THIS IS THE MESSAGE THAT WE HAVE HEARD
FROM HIM AND DECLARE TO YOU; GOD IS LIGHT.
(1 JOHN 1:5) and THE LORD IS GOD, AND HE HAS MADE
HIS LIGHT SHINE UPON US. ( PSALM 118:27 )

Now when we walk in that glorious light we become
cleansed from all of our sins. For it is written: IF WE WALK
IN THE LIGHT, AS HE IS IN THE LIGHT, WE HAVE
FELLOWSHIP WITH ONE ANOTHER, AND THE BLOOD
OF JESUS, HIS SON, PURIFIES US FROM ALL SIN.
( 1 JOHN 1:7 )

So, let God light your pathway through this life, for
as a Child of God: YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD.
Therefore, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE BEFORE MEN, THAT
THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS AND PRAISE YOUR
FATHER IN HEAVEN. Amen ( MATTHEW 5:14 & 16 )

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2/1

CAST YOUR BREAD UPON THE WATERS, FOR AFTER
MANY DAYS YOU WILL FIND IT AGAIN. GIVE PORTIONS
TO SEVEN, YES TO EIGHT, FOR YOU DO NOT KNOW
WHAT DISASTER MAY COME UPON THE LAND.
( ECCLESIASTES 11:1-2 *NIV )

Many people have wondered what is meant by "Cast
your bread upon the water, and you will find it." Well, it is
An old Hebrew Idiom meaning to give to charity and it will
be returned to you.

After all it is written: HE WHO IS KIND TO THE POOR
LENDS TO THE LORD, AND HE WILL REWARD HIM FOR
WHAT HE HAS DONE. ( PROVERBS 19:17 ) This is
because, THERE WILL ALWAYS BE POOR PEOPLE IN
THE LAND. THEREFORE I COMMAND YOU TO BE
OPENHANDED TOWARD YOUR BROTHERS AND
TOWARD THE POOR AND NEEDY IN YOUR LAND.
( DEUTERONOMY 15:11 )

So, always remember those who are in need,
and the homeless among us: SO THE POOR HAVE HOPE,
AND INJUSTICE SHUTS ITS MOUTH. ( JOB 5:16 ) After all our
Savior Jesus Christ said, "I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, WHAT-
EVER YOU DID FOR ONE OF THE LEAST OF THESE
BROTHERS OF MINE, YOU DID FOR ME."
( MATTHEW 25:40 ) Amen.

Have a Wonderful Weekend, and may: THE
GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOUR
SPIRIT. AMEN. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:23 )

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2/2

As our Heavenly Father said there will be: "A TIME TO WEEP
AND A TIME TO LAUGH; A TIME TO MOURN AND A TIME TO
DANCE."
( ECCLESIASTES 3:4 *NKJV )

Well, your are in luck, because now is a time to laugh! So
if you are feeling low right now remember that: IF I SAY, I WILL
FORGET MY COMPLAINT, I WILL PUT OFF MY SAD FACE
AND WEAR A SMILE. For after you read this you can say:
THEN MY MOUTH WAS FILLED WITH LAUGHTER, AND MY
TONGUE WITH SINGING.
( JOB 9:27 ) & ( PSALM 126:2 )

Pecans in the Cemetery

On the outskirts of a small town, there was a big, old pecan tree
just inside the cemetery fence. One day, two boys filled up a
bucketful of nuts and sat down by the tree, out of sight, and began
dividing the nuts. "One for you, one for me. One for you, one for
me," said one boy. Several dropped and rolled down toward the
fence.

Another boy came riding along the road on his bicycle. As he
passed, he thought he heard voices from inside the cemetery. He
slowed down to investigate. Sure enough, he heard, "One for you,
one for me. One for you, one for me." He just knew what it was,
so he jumped back on his bike and rode off.

Now just around the bend he met an old man with a cane,
hobbling along. "Come here quick," said the boy, "you won't believe
what I heard! Satan and the Lord are down at the cemetery dividing
up the souls."

The man said, "Beat it kid, can't you see it's hard for me to
walk." When the boy insisted though, the man hobbled to the
cemetery. Standing by the fence they heard, "One for you, one for
me. One for you, one for me..." The old man whispered, "Boy,
you've been tellin' the truth. Let's see if we can see the Lord."
Shaking with fear, they peered through the fence yet were still
unable to see anything.

The old man and the boy gripped the wrought iron bars of the
fence tighter and tighter as they tried to get a glimpse of the Lord.
At last they heard, "One for you, one for me. That's all. Now let's
go get those nuts by the fence and we'll be done."

They say the old man made it back to town a full 5 minutes
ahead of the boy on the bike!
Author Unknown

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2/3

THE GRASS WITHERS, AND ITS FLOWERS FALL AWAY,
BUT THE WORD OF THE LORD ENDURES FOREVER.
( 1 PETER 1:24-25 *NKJV )

The Bible is full of Hebrew & Greek Idioms which can make
understanding God's Holy Word difficult in many verses throughout
the Old & New Testaments. So today we will take a look at some
of these Idioms to gain a better understanding of how much they
can change the English meaning of some verses.

The following verses are a few examples of this:
GENESIS 19:26, speaking of Lott's wife, "BUT HIS WIFE LOOKED
BACK BEHIND HIM, AND SHE BECAME A PILLAR OF SALT."
(Pillar of Salt) meaning lifeless; stricken dead.

DEUTERONOMY 32:33 "THEIR WINE IS THE POISON OF
SERPENTS, AND THE CRUEL VENOM OF COBRAS."
Meaning Pagan teaching; corrupt practices and slanderous
actions. In this verse Moses was speaking of Enemy Nations'
like Sodom & Gomorrah, thus Nations which were cruel,
immoral and corruptive!

2 SAMUEL 22:9 "SMOKE WENT UP FROM HIS NOSTRILS;"
Idiom meaning very angry, enraged!

JOB 15:2 "FILL HIS BELLY WITH THE EAST WIND.
Idiom meaning he was proud, bragging, boasting.

PSALM 29:10 "THE LORD SITTETH UPON THE FLOOD."
Idiom meaning that God is in control. He crushes the armies
of the enemy.

PROVERBS 23:34 "LIETH DOWN IN THE MIDST OF THE SEA."
Idiom meaning Lost; in a dilemma; senseless; in doubt.

ECCLESIASTES 4:2 "CAST THY BREAD UPON THE WATER
AND THOU SHALL FIND IT."
Idiom meaning to give generously to charities and it shall be
given back to you.
Note: Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12 in filled with Idioms in all most
ever verse!

ISAIAH 2:10 "ENTER INTO THE ROCK, AND HIDE IN THE DUST."
Idiom meaning take refuge in a cave; flee for your life.

MATTHEW 5:29 "IF THY RIGHT EYE OFFEND THEE PLUCK IT
OUT."
Idiom meaning If you have a habit of envying others, stop it.

MATTHEW 5:30 "CUT YOUR HAND OFF."
Idiom meaning to stop stealing!

MATTHEW 5:39 " WHOSOEVER SHALL SMITE THEE ON THY
RIGHT CHEEK, TURN TO HIM THE OTHER ALSO."
Idiom meaning Don't start an argument or fight. Instead be
humble.

MARK 14:22 "EAT MY BODY."
Idiom meaning Share my sufferings. Make my teachings part
of you. Think of me when you celebrate the Passover!

MARK 14:24 "DRINK MY BLOOD."
Idiom also meaning make my teachings part of your life. Be
willing to suffer for my truth. Think of me when you celebrate
the Passover!

MARK 16:18 "DRINK ANY DEADLY THING."
Idiom meaning live a clean life so if others attack your character
no one will believe them!

Each Book of the Bible is filled with such Idioms.
Especially Books such as Ecclesiastes, Daniel, Ezekiel and
Revelation, to name a few. So the above is just a short sampling
of these type verses. If you have a verse that is confusing you,
please let me know and I will try to explain its meaning to you.

For the deeper student of God's Word, you may purchase a
Book listing the meanings of many of the Idioms in the Scriptures,
Book by Book.

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2/4

NOW GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT IS GREAT GAIN.
FOR WE BROUGHT NOTHING INTO THIS WORLD, AND IT
IS CERTAIN WE CAN CARRY NOTHING OUT.
( 1 TIMOTHY 6:7 *NKJV )

In this World today it is so easy to get caught up trying to
make money, that it can become number one in our lives. We
may even forget at times how very short our human life is
compared to our Eternal life! FOR WHAT IS YOUR LIFE? IT
IS EVEN A VAPOR THAT APPEARS FOR A LITTLE TIME
AND THEN VANISHES AWAY. ( JAMES 4:14 )

We also may become easily distracted by those around
us, who are so consumed by the love of money that
they have lost sight of what is most important! If the truth
be known those people often have very unhappy lives, for it
is written: THE LOVE OF MONEY IS A ROOT OF ALL
KINDS OF EVIL, FOR WHICH SOME HAVE STRAYED
FROM THE FAITH IN THEIR GREEDINESS AND PIERCED
THEMSELVES THROUGH WITH MANY SORROWS.
( 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 )

Now that doesn't mean we should live a life of poverty
at all. For God wants His Children to prosper, after all
He said: BE STRONG AND VERY COURAGEOUS, THAT
YOU MAY OBSERVE TO DO ACCORDING TO ALL THE
LAW WHICH MOSES MY SERVANT COMMANDED
YOU; DO NOT TURN FROM IT TO THE RIGHT HAND OR
TO THE LEFT, THAT YOU MAY PROSPER WHEREVER
YOU MAY GO. ( JOSHUA 1:7 )

So when others distract you it is important to remember
that as a Child of God you have an even better life ahead of
you! A life without pain, sorrow, sickness or any other
adversity! One with the Angels, Arc-Angels and all the
Company of Heaven. An Eternal life with God and your
loved one's who have already passed before you. So
always: SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS ABOVE, NOT ON
THINGS ON THE EARTH. ( COLOSSIANS 3:2 ) For
then you will find true peace and happiness when you do!

Therefore, I PRAY THAT YOU MAY PROSPER IN
ALL THINGS AND BE IN HEALTH, JUST AS YOUR SOUL
PROSPERS. Amen. ( 3 JOHN 2 )

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2/5

LOVE IS PATIENT, LOVE IS KIND, DOES NOT ENVY, IT
DOES NOT BOAST, IT IS NOT PROUD. IT IS NOT RUDE, IT
IS NOT SELF-SEEKING, IT IS NOT EASILY ANGERED, IT
KEEPS NO RECORD OF WRONGS. LOVE DOES NOT
DELIGHT IN EVIL BUT REJOICES WITH THE TRUTH. IT
ALWAYS PROTECTS, ALWAYS TRUSTS, ALWAYS HOPES,
ALWAYS PERSEVERES.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 *NIV )

Our society today often confuses love with lust. True love,
like the kind God shows toward us, is directed outward toward
others not inward toward ourselves.

Therefore we are to show others God's unselfish love
everyday. For it is written: NOBODY SHOULD SEEK HIS
OWN GOOD, BUT THE GOOD OF OTHERS.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 10:24 ) So: LET US NOT BECOME
CONCEITED, PROVOKING AND ENVYING EACH OTHER.
( GALATIANS 5:26 ) Instead we should be: BE KIND AND
COMPASSIONATE TO ONE ANOTHER, FORGIVING EACH
OTHER, JUST AS IN CHRIST GOD FORGAVE US.
( EPHESIANS 4:32 )

Also, remember that there is joy to be found in
giving to others without expecting anything in return! After all
that kind of unselfish love is the kind that God fills His
Children with, and expects His Children to show to one
another as well. For is it not written that: 'YOU SHALL LOVE
YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.' ( MATTHEW 22:39 )

Now have a wonderful Day my friend, and let your love light
shine brightly. For after all, GOD IS LOVE. ( 1 JOHN 4:16 )
and you are His Child! So smile and have a Wonderful
Week. Amen.

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2/6

THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN JEW AND
GENTILE--THE SAME LORD IS LORD OF ALL AND
RICHLY BLESSES ALL WHO CALL ON HIM.
( ROMANS 10:12 *NIV )

When we are feeling low and depressed there is no better
way to cheer ourselves up, than to count our many blessings.

After all, KNOW THEREFORE THAT THE LORD YOUR
GOD IS GOD; HE IS THE FAITHFUL GOD, KEEPING HIS
COVENANT OF LOVE TO A THOUSAND GENERATIONS
OF THOSE WHO LOVE HIM AND KEEP HIS
COMMANDMENTS. ( DEUTERONOMY 7:9 ) Therefore, HE
WILL LOVE YOU AND BLESS YOU!
( DEUTERONOMY 7:13 )

So, when you find yourself feeling blue, always
concentrate on your blessings and you will find yourself
thinking, "Your Blessings Are So Many, Lord," and that will
chase those blues away! For indeed.....

Your Blessings Are So Many, Lord,
To count them one-by-one
Would take much longer than the day
That has just now begun!

You fill each day with miracles
From dawn to setting sun.
Each night you hear a million prayers
When day's work is done.

You keep the old World spinning
As seasons come and go,
And each one is a masterpiece
That sets our hearts aglow.

You fill the Earth with beauty, Lord,
With flowers, shrubs and trees,
And butterflies and bees.

Your Words still give us comfort
For Your promises are true.
Your blessings are so many, Lord,
In everything we do!
Poet: Clay Harrison

Have a wonderful Day, and may GOD'S Grace
shine down on you! Amen!

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2/7

PUT ON THE WHOLE ARMOR OF GOD, THAT YOU MAY BE
ABLE TO STAND AGAINST THE WILES OF THE DEVIL.
( EPHESIANS 6:11 *NKJV )

God tells us to put on the Gospel Armor to protect us from
satan's evil tricks and temptations as well. This is: BECAUSE
YOUR ADVERSARY THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE A
ROARING LION, SEEKING WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR.
( 1 PETER 5:8 )

Therefore God also tells us what the Gospel Armor is, for
He said: STAND THEREFORE, HAVING GIRDED YOUR
WAIST WITH TRUTH, HAVING PUT ON THE BREASTPLATE
OF RIGHTEOUSNESS AND HAVING SHOD YOUR FEET
WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE;
ABOVE ALL, TAKING THE SHIELD OF FAITH WITH WHICH
YOU WILL BE ABLE TO QUENCH ALL THE FIERY DARTS
OF THE WICKED ONE. AND TAKE THE HELMET OF
SALVATION, AND THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT, WHICH IS
THE WORD OF GOD. ( EPHESIANS 6:14-17 )

Now that you know what the "Gospel Armor" is, wear it with
pride. It is perfect for every occasion from a black tie affair, to
mowing the lawn! Best of all it never goes out of style and
one size fits all! So, think of it like the American
Express Card, "Don't leave home without it!" For wearing that
armor will help you to: RESIST THE DEVIL AND HE WILL FLEE
FROM YOU. Amen! ( JAMES 4:7 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

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2/8

BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE, DO NOT FEAR OR
BE AFRAID OF THEM; FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD, HE IS
THE ONE WHO GOES WITH YOU. HE WILL NOT LEAVE OR
FORSAKE YOU.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:6 *NJKV )

Those words were spoken by Moses to all the children
of Israel.

The Prophet David wrote, IN GOD I HAVE PUT MY TRUST;
I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT CAN MAN DO TO ME?"
( PSALM 56:11 )

Our Savior Jesus Christ said, AND LO, I AM WITH YOU
ALWAYS, EVEN TO THE END OF THE AGE.
( MATTHEW 28:20 )

Those words are as true today as when they were spoken
by Jesus, David and Moses! For our Heavenly Father is
always with us, helping, guiding and protecting us as we walk
the pathway of this life. With help like that why be fearful of
the future or anything else?

Therefore as a child of God do not fear another person,
place or thing! After all what is fear but the opposite of faith!
So put all of your faith in God and you will be able to say,
"I SOUGHT THE LORD, AND HE HEARD ME, AND
DELIVERED ME FROM MY FEARS." Amen.
( PSALM 34:4 )

Have a Wonderful day, and may God Bless
You!

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2/9

BLESS THE LORD. O MY SOUL. AND ALL THAT IS WITHIN
ME. BLESS HIS HOLY NAME! WHO SATISFIES YOUR
MOUTH WITH GOOD THINGS. SO THAT YOUR YOUTH IS
RENEWED LIKE AN EAGLE'S.
( PSALM 103:1 & 5 *NKJV )

As you know, we need food to feed our spiritual body, and
that food is the Word of God. So I would like to share with you
a poem that was sent to me this week. It should help you plan
a 5 course meal, and it is titled........

Soul Food

I love the taste of T-bone steak,
Delicious every bite,
But there's nothing like the Word of God,
For my spiritual appetite.

The Word of God has milk and meat,
And even ice cream and cake.
Take a slice of the Bread of Life,
And coffee to keep us awake.

Open your Bible and turn to Psalms,
For David's famous buffet.
You can drink all the wine of the word you want,
And still feel fine the next day.

There's enough of the Word for everyone,
And no one has to cheat.
The Word of God is a smorgasbord,
So take all you are able to eat.

Let's have a little long suffering,
Job gives the recipe.
Patience is the main ingredient,
Self denial is the fee.

Wrap that up in temperance,
It may not make much sense,
Cover that with contentment,
Then add some joy for strength.

Let's have love for dessert,
Jesus made this dish,
Cream of joy and peace together,
Sift out all selfishness.

Add some deeds of righteousness,
Enough to make it sweet.
Humility is the frosting,
That makes the dish complete.

Or are you on a diet,
Cause the race seems hard to run.
For a weight losing menu,
Try Hebrews 12 and 1.

Are you suffering from malnutrition,
And don't know what to do?
Your spiritual growth! seems hindered,
Try I. Peter 2 and 2.

If when every time you battle,
the enemy always wins,
Try some Holy Ghost Protein,
And spiritual vitamins.

God's Word can feed millions,
And still have plenty left.
Because the Word of God is Soul Food,
Sent from the World's Greatest CHEF.
Amen.

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2/10

WHICH OF YOU BY WORRING CAN ADD ONE CUBIT TO
HIS STATURE?
(MATTHEW 6:24 *NKJV )

Today Jesus teaches us Seven Reasons not to Worry!
This study is found in the Sixth Chapter of MATTHEW,
verses 25 through 34. The Bible verses used are from the
New King James Version.

"THEREFORE I SAY TO YOU, DO NOT WORRY ABOUT
YOUR LIFE, WHAT YOU WILL EAT OR WHAT YOU WILL
DRINK; NOR ABOUT YOUR BODY; WHAT YOU WILL PUT
ON. IS NOT LIFE MORE THAN FOOD, AND THE BODY
MORE THAN CLOTHING?" ( MATTHEW 6:25 )
Because of the ill effects of worry Jesus tells us not
to worry about what God has promised to supply.
After all He created us and can be trusted with all the
details of our lives. However it is important to point
out the difference between worry and concern. For
worry immobilizes us, while concern moves us to
action.

"LOOK AT THE BIRDS OF THE AIR, FOR THEY NEITHER
SOW NOR REAP NOR GATHER INTO BARNS; YET
YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER FEEDS THEM. ARE YOU
NOT MORE VALUABLE THAN THEY?" ( verse 26 )
We are very important to God, after all He made us
in His Image! So never feel that you are facing the
World alone, for He is with you and will help you!

"WHICH OF YOU BY WORRING CAN ADD ONE CUBIT TO
HIS STATURE?" ( verse 27 )
[A "cubit" is a unit of measure. It is the distance
from a person's elbow to the tip of the middle finger.
Thus, usually about 18 inches.]
Worrying adds nothing to our lives, it only hampers
us! Therefore it is more harmful than helpful!

"SO WHY DO YOU WORRY ABOUT CLOTHING?
CONSIDER THE LILIES OF THE FIELD, HOW THEY GROW:
THEY NEITHER TOIL NOR SPIN; AND YET I SAY TO YOU
THAT EVEN SOLOMON IN ALL HIS GLORY WAS NOT
ARRAYED LIKE ONE OF THESE. NOW IF GOD SO
CLOTHED THE GRASS OF THE FIELD, WHICH TODAY IS;
AND TOMORROW IS THROWN INTO THE OVEN, WILL
HE NOT MUCH MORE CLOTH YOU, O YOU OF LITTLE
FAITH?" ( verses 28-30 )
Our Heavenly Father takes good care of His Children,
He will never ignore those who put their faith in Him,
and depend on Him! For these verses represent much
more than our clothing or food. They represent God's
over all care and love for His Children!

"THEREFORE DO NOT WORRY, SAYING, WHAT SHALL
WE EAT? OR WHAT SHALL WE DRINK? OR WHAT
SHALL WE WEAR? FOR AFTER ALL THESE THINGS
THE GENTILES SEEK. FOR YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER
KNOWS THAT YOU NEED ALL THESE THINGS." (v.31-32)
["Gentiles" here refers to the heathen-those who do
not know God.] See 3 JOHN 7.
The stronger our faith is the less likely we are to worry
about the future. For as God's Children, we should
put all of our trust in Him knowing that He will take
care of all our needs.

"BUT SEEK FIRST THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND HIS
RIGHTEOUSINESS, AND ALL THESE THINGS SHALL BE
ADDED TO YOU." ( verse 33 )
"Seek first the Kingdom," means to turn to God first
and pray when you have a need. For if our priorities
are people, goals, objects, and other desires they can
quickly replace God as number one in our thoughts.
So as a Child of God always turn to Him first, for after
all "WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE!"
( MATTHEW 19:26 )

"THEREFORE DO NOT WORRY ABOUT TOMORROW,
FOR TOMORROW WILL WORRY ABOUT ITS OWN
THINGS." ( verse 34 )

Planning for tomorrow is time well spent,
however worrying about tomorrow is time wasted!
So do the best that you can each day, and put all
of your trust in God. Also remember that to worry
less, pray more!

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2/11

WHY ARE YOU DOWNCAST, O MY SOUL? WHY SO
DISTURBED WITHIN ME? PUT YOUR HOPE IN GOD, FOR
I WILL YET PRAISE HIM, MY SAVIOR AND MY GOD.***
( *PSALM 42:5 * NIV )

Discouragement or depression strikes all of us once in
a while. After all, depression is one of the most common
emotional ailments.

One antidote for depression is to think about how much
God Loves You and Blesses You as well. This will take
your mind off the present situation and give you Hope, that
with God's Help, it will improve! For: THE LORD IS GOOD
TO THOSE WHOSE HOPE IS IN HIM, TO THE ONE WHO
SEEKS HIM. For: THOSE WHO HOPE IN THE LORD WILL
RENEW THEIR STRENGTH. THEY WILL RUN AND NOT
GROW WEARY, THEY WILL WALK AND NOT BE FAINT.
( LAMENTATIONS 3:25 ) & ( ISAIAH 40:31 )

So, PRAISE BE TO THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR
LORD JESUS CHRIST! IN HIS GREAT MERCY HE HAS
GIVEN US NEW BIRTH INTO A LIVING HOPE THROUGH
THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST FROM THE
DEAD. ( 1 PETER 1:3 )

Now, MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU
WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE AS YOU TRUST IN HIM, SO
THAT YOU MAY OVERFLOW WITH HOPE BY THE
POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT! ( ROMANS 15:13 )
And kiss those blues good-bye forever! Amen!

NOTE:***The Sons of Korah, who were temple musicians
and assistants, wrote Psalm 42. You will find that it
Ministers to us when we are discouraged or depressed.

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2/12

ARISE, SHINE; FOR YOUR LIGHT HAS COME! AND THE GLORY
OF THE LORD IS RISEN UPON YOU. FOR BEHOLD, THE
DARKNESS SHALL COVER THE EARTH, AND DEEP DARKNESS
THE PEOPLE; BUT THE LORD WILL RISE OVER YOU, AND HIS
GLORY WILL BE SEEN UPON YOU.
(ISAIAH 60:1-2 *NKJV )

Now think spiritually here, for the "light" is the magnificent glory
of our Heavenly Father! As His children we are reflectors of His
"light," so COME AND LET US WALK IN THE LIGHT OF THE
LORD. ( ISAIAH 2:5 )

Remember that our Savior, Jesus Christ said: "YOU ARE THE
LIGHT OF THE WORLD. A CITY THAT IS SET ON A HILL CANNOT
BE HIDDEN. NOR DO THEY LIGHT A LAMP AND PUT IT UNDER
A BASKET, BUT ON A LAMPSTAND, AND IT GIVES LIGHT TO
ALL WHO ARE IN THE HOUSE. LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE
BEFORE MEN, THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS
AND GLORIFY YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN."
( MATTHEW 5:14-16 )

So, it is my prayer that you are already walking in
God's Glorious Light! If not now would be a great time to start! Ask
God to fill you with it. For you will find that to be a truly wonderful
experience, and don't worry, though God's Great Light is brilliant,
it is guaranteed not to give you a sunburn!

Now, may you have a bright shiny day that is filled
with God's Love! Amen.

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2/13

I PRAY THAT OUT OF HIS GLORIOUS RICHES HE MAY
STRENGTHEN YOU WITH POWER THROUGH HIS SPIRIT
IN YOUR INNER BEING, SO THAT CHRIST MAY DWELL IN
YOUR HEARTS THROUGH FAITH. AND I PRAY THAT YOU,
BEING ROOTED AND ESTABLISHED IN LOVE, MAY HAVE
POWER, TOGETHER WITH ALL THE SAINTS, TO GRASP
HOW WIDE AND LONG AND HIGH AND DEEP IS THE LOVE
OF CHRIST.
( EPHESIANS 3:16-18 *NIV )

Our Heavenly Father's love for us is tremendous for it even
reaches out to the entire World! God's love is long for it covers
us for length of our lives, and it is high for it reaches to the
height of our celebrations. His love for us is deep for it reaches
to the depths of our despair and discouragements.

God's love for us is always with us throughout all of our
experiences in this life. The Apostle Paul wrote:
I AM CONVINCED THAT NEITHER DEATH NOR LIFE, NOR
ANGELS NOR DEMONS, NEITHER THE PRESENT NOR
THE FUTURE, NOR ANY POWERS, NEITHER HEIGHT
NOR DEPTH, NOR ANYTHING ELSE IN ALL CREATION,
WILL BE ABLE TO SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF
GOD THAT IS IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD.
( ROMANS 8:38-39 )

So, when you are feeling left out or all alone,
remember that you are never without God's Love, and that
He is right there with you! For, THE LORD, HE IS THE ONE
WHO GOES BEFORE YOU, HE WILL BE WITH YOU, HE
WILL NOT LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU; DO NOT
FEAR NOR BE DISMAYED. ( DEUTERONOMY 31:8 )

Therefore have a Wonderful Week, and why not pray
tonight and thank God for His never ending love! Amen.

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2/14

KNOW THEREFORE THAT THE LORD YOUR GOD IS GOD;
HE IS THE FAITHFUL GOD, KEEPING HIS COVENANT OF
LOVE TO A THOUSAND GENERATIONS OF THOSE WHO
LOVE HIM AND KEEP HIS COMMANDMENTS.
( DEUTERONOMY 7:9 *NIV )

Today being St Valentines Day, a day when we honor
those we love, let us not forget to honor our Heavenly
Father as well!

After all, there is no way humanly possible to
measure the love that GOD has for each of us. The
Prophet David explained it best when he wrote:
YOUR LOVE, O LORD, REACHES TO THE HEAVENS,
YOUR FAITHFULNESS TO THE SKIES. YOUR
RIGHTEOUSNESS IS LIKE THE MIGHTY MOUNTAINS,
YOUR JUSTICE LIKE THE GREAT DEEP. HOW
PRICELESS IS YOUR UNFAILING LOVE! BOTH HIGH
AND LOW AMONG MEN FIND REFUGE IN THE
SHADOW OF YOUR WINGS. ( PSALM 36:5-7 )

Therefore let us do as JESUS CHRIST taught us
when HE said, LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL SOUL AND ALL YOUR
MIND. ( MATTHEW 22:37 ) For after all, THE LORD
WATCHES OVER ALL WHO LOVE HIM, BUT THE
WICKED HE WILL DESTROY. ( PSALM 145:20 )

So tell GOD how much you love HIM when you pray,
today and every day! Also thank HIM for all of the
Blessings that HE has given to you as well. Then before
you know it you will be saying, "I WILL SING OF THE
LORD'S GREAT LOVE FOREVER; WITH MY MOUTH I
WILL MAKE YOUR FAITHFULNESS KNOWN.
( PSALM 89:1 )

Have a wonderful Valentines day and know
that GOD smiles every time HE thinks about you, for you
are HIS Valentine Forever. Amen!

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2/15

Jesus Said, "WHOEVER DOES THE WILL OF MY FATHER IN
HEAVEN IS MY BROTHER AND SISTER AND MOTHER."
( MATTHEW 12:50 *NIV )

Now it is written that: YOU ARE ALL SONS OF GOD
THROUGH FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST, FOR ALL OF YOU WHO
WERE BAPTIZED INTO CHRIST HAVE CLOTHED YOUR--
SELVES WITH CHRIST. THERE IS NEITHER JEW NOR
GREEK, SLAVE NOR FREE, MALE NOR FEMALE, FOR YOU
ARE ALL ONE IN CHRIST JESUS. ( GALATIANS 3:26-28 )

Further, BECAUSE YOU ARE SONS, GOD
SENT THE SPIRIT OF HIS SON INTO OUR HEARTS, THE
SPIRIT CALLS OUT, "ABBA, FATHER." SO YOU ARE NO
LONGER A SLAVE, BUT A SON; AND SINCE YOU ARE A
SON, GOD HAS MADE YOU ALSO AN HEIR.
( GALATIANS 4:6-7 )

CONSEQUENTLY, YOU ARE NO LONGER FOREIGNERS
AND ALIENS, BUT FELLOW CITIZENS WITH GOD'S PEOPLE
AND MEMBERS OF GOD'S HOUSEHOLD, BUILT ON THE
FOUNDATION OF THE APOSTLES AND PROPHETS, WITH
JESUS CHRIST HIMSELF AS THE CHIEF CORNERSTONE.
( EPHESIANS 2:19-20 )

So, DEAR FRIENDS, NOW WE ARE CHILDREN OF GOD,
AND WHAT WE WILL BE HAS NOT YET BEEN MADE
KNOWN. BUT WE KNOW THAT WHEN HE APPEARS, WE
SHALL BE LIKE HIM, FOR WE SHALL SEE HIM AS HE IS.
( 1 JOHN 3:2 )

So, when ever you are feeling down and
depressed, just think about who you are, an heir of your Heavenly
Father! That fact should cheer you up indeed! Amen!

Now I hope you enjoyed this heaping helping of Daily Bread
my friend! Now, go out there and give 'um Heaven!

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2/16

JESUS REPLIED, "BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO HEAR THE
WORD AND OBEY IT!"
( LUKE 11:28 *NIV )

It is written; "THE WORD IS NEAR YOU; IT IS IN YOUR
MOUTH AND IN YOUR HEART," THAT IS, THE WORD
OF FAITH WE ARE PROCLAIMING. ( ROMANS 10:8 )
FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING AND ACTIVE.
SHARPER THAN ANY DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD.
( HEBREWS 4:12 )

Therefore let us take a look at a message that I
received recently. It is a poem that I hope you will enjoy
called.......
The Holy Alphabet

A-lthough things are not perfect
B-ecause of trial or pain
C-ontinue in thanksgiving
D-o not begin to blame

E-ven when the times are hard
F-ierce winds are bound to blow
G-od is forever able
H-old on to what you know

I-magine life without His love
J-oy would cease to be
K-eep thanking Him for all the things
L-ove imparts to thee

M-ove out of "Camp Complaining"
N-o weapon that is known
O-n earth can yield the power
P-raise can do alone

Q-uit looking at the future
R-edeem the time at hand
S-tart every day with worship
T-o "thank" is a command

U-ntil we see Him coming
V-ictorious in the sky
W-e'll run the race with gratitude
X-alting God most high

Y-es, there'll be good times and yes some
will be bad, but...
Z-ion waits in glory...where none are ever sad!

In closing, always remember, the shortest distance
between a problem and a solution is the distance between your
knees and the floor. For the one who kneels to the Lord can
stand up to anything! Amen.

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2/17

OH COME, LET US WORSHIP AND BOW DOWN; LET US KNEEL
BEFORE THE LORD OUR MAKER.
( PSALM 95:6 *NKJV )

Why not attend the Church of your choice today and join others
as they worship our Heavenly Father! For it is only fitting that we
worship and sing praises to Him as well!

After all we should: GIVE TO THE LORD THE GLORY DUE HIS
NAME; AND COME BEFORE HIM. OH, WORSHIP THE LORD IN
THE BEAUTY OF HOLINESS! ( 1 CHRONICLES 16:29 ) Therefore
let us, SING TO THE LORD, ALL THE EARTH; PROCLAIM THE
GOOD NEWS OF HIS SALVATION FROM DAY TO DAY.
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:23 )

So, let us: PRAISE GOD IN HIS SANCTUARY;
PRAISE HIM WITH THE SOUND OF THE TRUMPET; PRAISE HIM
WITH THE LUTE AND HARP! PRAISE HIM WITH THE TIMBREL
AND DANCE; PRAISE HIM WITH STRINGED INSTRUMENTS
AND FLUTES! PRAISE HIM WITH CLASHING CYMBALS! LET
EVERYTHING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE THE LORD.
(PSALM 150:1, 3-6 )

Therefore, COME LET US SING TO THE LORD! LET US
SHOUT JOYFULLY TO THE ROCK OF OUR SALVATION,
in our Church today! Amen. ( PSALM 95:1 )

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2/18

"BEFORE I FORMED YOU IN THE WOMB I KNEW YOU,
BEFORE YOU WERE BORN I SET YOU APART."
( JEREMIAH 1:5 *NIV )

Do you ever feel far from God? Ever feel that He doesn't
know, or even care, that you exist? Well, God knows each
one of us intimately! For just as He told the Prophet Jeremiah
above, He also knew us and formed each one of us in the
womb as well!

The Prophet David knew this when he wrote, O LORD,
YOU HAVE SEARCHED ME AND YOU KNOW ME. YOU
KNOW WHEN I SIT AND WHEN I RISE; YOU PERCEIVE
MY THOUGHTS FROM AFAR. YOU DISCERN MY GOING
OUT AND MY LYING DOWN; YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH
ALL MY WAYS. BEFORE A WORD IS ON MY TONGUE
YOU KNOW IT COMPLETELY. ( PSALM 139:1-3 )

After all, YOU CREATED MY INMOST BEING; YOU KNIT
ME TOGETHER IN MY MOTHER'S WOMB. I PRAISE YOU
BECAUSE I AM FEARFULLY AND WONDERFULLY MADE
YOUR WORKS ARE WONDERFUL. ALL THE DAYS
ORDAINED FOR ME WERE WRITTEN IN YOUR BOOK
BEFORE ONE OF THEM CAME TO BE.
( PSALM 139:13,14 & 16 )

Yes indeed, God knows us Intimately and
Loves each of us as well! SO WE KNOW AND RELY ON
THE LOVE GOD HAS FOR US. GOD IS LOVE. WHO-
EVER LIVES IN LOVE LIVES IN GOD, AND GOD IN HIM.
( 1 JOHN 4:16 )

Therefore the next time that you feel far from God and
think that He doesn't know you exist, remember these
verses. For after all your Heavenly Father truly is your
closest living relative, and He Loves You very much indeed!
Amen!

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2/19

I SAID, "O LORD, HAVE MERCY ON ME; HEAL ME, FOR I HAVE
SINNED AGAINST YOU."
( PSALM 41:4 *NIV )

When we fall victim to sin, we may repent of our sins and ask
God for forgiveness. For it is written: "COME NOW, LET US
REASON TOGETHER," SAYS THE LORD. "THOUGH YOUR
SINS ARE LIKE SCARLET, THEY SHALL BE AS WHITE AS
SNOW; THOUGH THEY ARE RED AS CRIMSON, THEY SHALL
BE LIKE WOOL." ( ISAIAH 1:18 )

This is because: IF WE CONFESS OUR SINS, HE IS
FAITHFUL AND JUST AND WILL FORGIVE US OUR SINS
AND PURIFY US FROM ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS.
( 1 JOHN 1:9 ) FOR YOU, LORD ARE GOOD, AND READY TO
FORGIVE, AND ABUNDANT IN MERCY TO ALL WHO CALL
ON YOU. ( PSALM 86:5 )

Further, God has even promised: I WILL FORGIVE THEIR
WICKEDNESS AND WILL REMEMBER THEIR SINS NO
MORE. ( HEBREWS 8:12 ) So never feel that you have done
something that God will not forgive.

Therefore, PRAISE BE TO THE LORD, OUR SAVIOR,
WHO DAILY BEARS OUR BURDENS. ( PSALM 68:19 )
Praise HIM indeed! Amen.

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2/20

GOD DEMONSTRATES HIS OWN LOVE TOWARD US,
IN THAT WHILE WE WERE STILL SINNERS, CHRIST
DIED FOR US.
( ROMANS 5:8 *NKJV )

As you already know God loved us so much that He sent
His son Jesus Christ to die for us. Not because we were
perfect, but because He loved us that much! There couldn't
be a greater demonstration of His love than that! He even
loved us when we were living in sin, that is before we
became Christians.

Now that we are Christians we realize the tremendous
price that our Savior Jesus Christ paid for our sins, AND
WE HAVE KNOWN AND BELIEVED THE LOVE THAT
GOD HAS FOR US as well. ( 1 JOHN 4:16 )

After all, GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE
GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOEVER
BELIEVES IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE
EVERLASTING LIFE. FOR GOD DID NOT SEND HIS
SON INTO THE WORLD TO CONDEMN THE WORLD,
BUT THAT THE WORLD MIGHT BE SAVED.
( JOHN 3:16-17 )

So, never doubt God's Great Love for you, after
all you are His Child. Further, He is not a God waiting
to punish anyone, but a Heavenly Father who has
tremendous love for His Children! So if you ever feel
unloved, and all alone, reach out to Him for He is always
there with open arms waiting for you! Amen.

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2/21

A MAN HAS JOY BY THE ANSWER OF HIS MOUTH, AND
A WORD SPOKEN IN DUE SEASON, HOW GOOD IT IS!
( PROVERBS 15:23 *NKJV )

Words are very powerful for they can either build up, or
tear down others. Also foolish words can bring about our
own destruction, for it is written: IN THE MOUTH OF A
FOOL IS A ROD OF PRIDE, BUT THE LIPS OF THE
WISE WILL PRESERVE THEM. ( PROVERBS 14:3 )

We are also warned about gossiping for it is written:
IN ALL LABOR THERE IS PROFIT, BUT IDLE CHATTER
LEADS ONLY TO POVERTY. ( PROVERBS 14:23 )
For after all, A WHOLESOME TONGUE IS A TREE OF
LIFE, BUT PERVERSENESS IN IT BREAKS THE
SPIRIT. ( PROVERBS 15:4 )

Further, God has instructed us to encourage
one another, for it is written: LET US CONSIDER ONE
ANOTHER IN ORDER TO STIR UP LOVE, AND GOOD
WORKS, NOT FORSAKING THE ASSEMBLING OF
OURSELVES TOGETHER, AS IS THE MANNER OF
SOME, BUT EXHORTING ONE ANOTHER, AND SO
MUCH THE MORE. ( HEBREWS 10:24-25 )

So my friend, remember to keep the words you speak soft
and sweet. For you never know from day to day which words
you'll have to eat! Amen.

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2/22

CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY ON HIM BECAUSE HE CARES FOR
YOU.
( 1 PETER 5:7 *NIV )

We are often filled with worry and anxiety in the fast paced
World of ours today. When you think about it, what is worry but
the opposite of faith!

Now Jesus Christ said: "I TELL YOU, DO NOT WORRY
ABOUT YOUR LIFE, WHAT YOU WILL EAT OR DRINK; OR
ABOUT YOUR BODY, WHAT YOU WILL WEAR. IS NOT LIFE
MORE IMPORTANT THAN FOOD, AND THE BODY MORE
IMPORTANT THAN CLOTHES? LOOK AT THE BIRDS OF THE
AIR; THEY DO NOT SOW OR REAP OR STORE AWAY IN
BARNS, AND YET YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER FEEDS THEM.
AND WHY DO YOU WORRY ABOUT CLOTHES? SEE HOW
THE LILIES OF THE FIELD GROW. THEY DO NOT LABOR
OR SPIN. YET I TELL YOU THAT NOT EVEN SOLOMON IN
ALL HIS SPLENDOR WAS DRESSED LIKE ONE OF THESE."
( MATTHEW 6:25-26; & 28-29 )

Therefore, know that God is always with you, and there
is no reason to worry about what might happen. After all it is
written: DO NOT WORRY ABOUT TOMORROW, FOR
TOMORROW WILL WORRY ABOUT ITSELF. EACH DAY
HAS ENOUGH TROUBLE OF ITS OWN. ( MATTHEW 6:34 )
So instead DO NOT BE ANXIOUS ABOUT ANYTHING,
BUT IN EVERYTHING, BY PRAYER AND PETITION, WITH
THANKSGIVING, PRESENT YOUR REQUESTS TO GOD.
And; LET THE PEACE OF CHRIST RULE IN YOUR HEARTS,
SINCE AS MEMBERS OF ONE BODY YOU WERE CALLED
TO PEACE. AND BE THANKFUL. Amen.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:6 ) & ( COLOSSIANS 3:15 )

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2/23

Jesus Christ said; "LOVE YOUR ENEMIES, DO GOOD TO
THOSE WHO HATE YOU, BLESS THOSE WHO CURSE
YOU, PRAY FOR THOSE WHO MISTREAT YOU."
( Luke 6:27-28 *NIV )

As you know it is written: LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS
YOURSELF. ( MATTHEW 19:19 & LEVITICUS 19:18.) So
today I would like to share with you a message that was
sent to me by one of our subscriber's. May it minister to
you as it has to me. It is titled.....

The Dart Test...

A young lady named Sally, relates an experience she had in
a seminary class, given by her teacher, Dr Smith. She says
that Dr Smith was known for his elaborate object lessons.
Now one particular day, Sally walked into the seminary and
knew they were in for a fun day.

On the wall was a big target and on a nearby table were many
darts. Dr. Smith told the students to draw a picture of some-
one that they disliked, or someone who had made them angry,
and he would allow them to throw darts at the person's picture.

Sally's friend drew a picture of who had stolen her boyfriend.
Another friend drew a picture of his little brother. Sally drew a
picture of a former friend, putting a great deal of detail into her
drawing, even drawing pimples on the face. Sally was very
pleased with the overall effect she had achieved.

The class lined up and began throwing darts. Some of the
students threw their darts with such force that their targets were
ripping apart. Sally looked forward to her turn, and was filled
with disappointment when Dr. Smith, because of time limits,
asked the students to return to their seats. As Sally sat thinking
about how angry she was because she didn't have a chance to
throw any darts at her target. Dr. Smith began removing the
target from the wall.

Underneath the target was a picture of Jesus. Needless to
say a hush fell over the room as each student viewed the mangled
picture of Jesus; holes and jagged marks covered His face and
His eyes were pierced.

It was then that Dr. Smith said only these words... "I TELL YOU
THE TRUTH, WHATEVER YOU DID FOR ONE OF THE
LEAST OF THESE BROTHERS OF MINE, YOU DID TO ME."
( MATTHEW 25:40. ) No other words were necessary; as tears
filled eyes of the students, as they focused only on the mangled
picture of Jesus Christ. ( Author Unknown )

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2/24

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY, IS THE LORD OF HOSTS: THE
WHOLE EARTH IS FULL OF HIS GLORY!
( ISAIAH 6:3 *NKJV )

Indeed, the whole Earth is full of His Glory! You can
see it in a beautiful sunrise or sunset. You can feel it
in the soft summer breeze. You can touch it by
holding a newborn babe. You can smell it in the flowers.
It is ever abundant all around, for no matter where we
live, beauty surrounds us! FOR HE HAS MADE
EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IN ITS TIME. ( ECCL 3:11 )
What a beautiful planet we live on, and what a wonderful
Heavenly Father we have!

Why not take a few moments today to look around
and behold the Glory of God's Creation? It will make
you proud to be a Child of God, and give you a peaceful
feeling deep within! Also, if you aren't planning to already
why not attend the Church of your choice today, and:
PRAISE GOD IN HIS SANCTUARY; PRAISE HIM
FOR HIS MIGHTY ACTS; PRAISE HIM ACCORDING
TO HIS EXCELLENT GREATNESS! ( PSALM 150:2 )

Have a wonderful day, and may it be filled
with Peace, Love & Joy, and may: THE GRACE OF OUR
LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU ALL. AMEN.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:23 )

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2/25

WHERE THERE IS NO [REVELATION]*, THE PEOPLE CAST
OFF RESTRAINT; BUT HAPPY IS HE WHO KEEPS THE LAW.
( PROVERBS 29:18 *NKJV )

The Hebrew word for [revelation] here refers to the Words of
God as received by the Prophets. Thus meaning:
"WHERE THERE IS NO WORD FROM GOD, THE PEOPLE
CAST OFF RESTRAINT."

Now just think for a moment what our lives would be like
without the Word of God. There would be no peace in our
lives, and we would be void of God's Great Love for us as
well. We would have no one to give us strength, hope and
faith when dealing with the problems in our life! Our lives
would therefore be truly empty, and worry and confusion
would rule in our lives!

As Children of God we read and study His Word, and
know of His Great Love and Compassion for us! We also
know that we are in Him and He is in us, for it is written:
FOR IN HIM WE LIVE AND MOVE AND HAVE OUR
BEING. ( ACTS 17:28 )

Thank Heaven that God chose us to be His Children
for it is written: YOU DID NOT CHOOSE ME, BUT I
CHOSE YOU AND APPOINTED YOU. ( JOHN 15:16 )

So the next time that you count all of your blessings,
remember to also count the fact that God chose YOU to
be a Child of His! Just think of how important YOU are
to God, and what a blessing it is to be selected as
a Child of His! Praise The Lord! Amen.

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2/26

BE FAITHFUL, EVEN TO THE POINT OF DEATH, AND I WILL
GIVE YOU THE CROWN OF LIFE.
( Revelation 2:10 *NIV )

There are many times in this life when our faith is put to the
test. Times that we may even feel that God has abandoned us
because a prayer isn't answered the way we want it to be.
Know that it is written: THOUGH NOW FOR A LITTLE WHILE
YOU MAY HAVE HAD TO SUFFER GRIEF IN ALL KINDS OF
TRIALS. THESE HAVE COME SO THAT YOUR FAITH--OF
GREATER WORTH THAN GOLD, WHICH PERISHES EVEN
THOUGH REFINED BY FIRE--MAY PROVE GENUINE AND MAY
RESULT IN PRAISE, GLORY AND HONOR WHEN JESUS
CHRIST IS REVEALED. ( 1 Peter 1:6-7 )

Also know that sometimes what we pray for isn't God's will
for us thus: THIS IS THE CONFIDENCE WE HAVE IN
APPROACHING GOD: THAT IF WE ASK ANYTHING
ACCORDING TO HIS WILL, HE HEARS US.
( 1 John 5:14-15 )

You see, sometimes what we pray for would actually
hurt us in the long run, and our Heavenly Father is protecting us
from that. Other times we just can't understand God's ways for:
NO ONE KNOWS THE THOUGHTS OF GOD EXCEPT THE
SPIRIT OF GOD. ( 1 Corinthians 2:11 )

However, we do know He loves us very much, and would never
abandoned us or deliberately hurt us. So we must keep our faith
knowing that God is with us and that no matter what happens
He is in control! Therefore it is important that: WE WALK BY
FAITH NOT BY SIGHT. ( 2 Corinthians 5:7 ) trusting that God
knows what is best for us, even if a prayer isn't answered the way
we want it to be! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

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2/27

WITHOUT FAITH IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO PLEASE HIM, FOR
HE WHO COMES TO GOD MUST BELIEVE THAT HE IS,
AND THAT HE IS A REWARDER OF THOSE WHO
DILIGENTLY SEEK HIM.
( HEBREWS 11:6 *NKJV )

God rewards us with blessings that continue to please us,
so we should do our best to please God as well! After all then,
BLESSED YOU SHALL BE IN THE CITY, AND BLESSED
YOU SHALL BE IN THE COUNTRY.
( DEUTERONOMY 28:3 )

Now we can do that by obeying His Commandments
and by loving our neighbor's as ourselves. For Jesus
Christ said: "YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD
WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND
WITH ALL YOUR MIND. THIS IS THE FIRST AND GREAT
COMMANDMENT. AND THE SECOND IS LIKE IT:
YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.
ON THESE TWO COMMANDMENTS HANG ALL THE
LAW AND THE PROPHETS." ( MATTHEW 22:39-40 )

So, do your best to live by God's
Commandments, and share your love with others so:
THAT YOU MAY WALK WORTHY OF THE LORD,
FULLY PLEASING HIM, BEING FRUITFUL IN EVERY
GOOD WORK AND INCREASING IN THE
KNOWLEDGE OF GOD. For when you do, His blessings
will flow abundantly to you! After all it is written that:
WHEN A MAN'S WAYS PLEASE THE LORD, HE
MAKES EVEN HIS ENEMIES TO BE A PEACE WITH
HIM. Amen. ( COLOSSIANS 1:10 ) ( PROVERBS 16:7 )

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2/28

TEACHER, WHICH IS THE GREATEST COMMANDMENT IN
THE LAW? JESUS SAID TO HIM, 'YOU SHALL LOVE THE
YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL,
AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND. THIS IS THE FIRST AND GREAT
COMMANDMENT. AND THE SECOND IS LIKE IT: YOU SHALL
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.' ON THESE TWO
COMMANDMENTS HANG ALL THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS.
( MATTHEW 22:36-40 *NKJV )

In the top verse Jesus quoted from DEUTERONOMY 6:5 and
LEVITICUS 19:18. By fulfilling these two commands, a
person may keep all of the others. For these two summarize
the Ten Commandments, as well as, the Old Testament moral
laws as well!

The Apostle John summed it up this way: BELOVED, IF
GOD SO LOVED US, WE ALSO OUGHT TO LOVE ONE
ANOTHER. ( 1 JOHN 4:11 )

This is why it is so important in our walk of Faith, that we
become living examples of Christ's Love! For when we mirror
that Great Love, it actually plants the seeds of Faith in others,
thus helping them to achieve Eternal Life with our Heavenly
Father. There is no greater gift that you can give to someone!

Also by giving this gift it pleases God and all of the Company
of Heaven, for it is written: THERE IS JOY IN THE PRESENCE
OF THE ANGELS OF GOD OVER ONE SINNER WHO
REPENTS. ( LUKE 15:10 )

So, have a wonderful day, and please take the time
to do a little planting each day! Amen.

[janbear]

When nothing seems to be going right in your life, don't
despair, pray and ask for God's help, and then: WAIT FOR
THE LORD; BE STRONG AND TAKE HEART AND WAIT FOR
THE LORD. ( PSALM 27:14 ) For, THOSE WHO HOPE IN THE
LORD WILL RENEW THEIR STRENGTH. THEY WILL SOAR
ON WINGS LIKE EAGLES; THEY WILL RUN AND NOT GROW
WEARY, THEY WILL WALK AND NOT BE FAINT.
( ISAIAH 40:31 )

After all, THE LORD IS GOOD TO THOSE WHOSE HOPE
IS IN HIM, TO THE ONE WHO SEEKS HIM. ( LAMENTATIONS
3:25 ) For God has said: "THEN YOU WILL KNOW THAT I AM
THE LORD; THOSE WHO HOPE IN ME WILL NOT BE
DISAPPOINTED." ( ISAIAH 49:23 )

Therefore don't let disappointments cause you to give up,
instead always: HOLD UNANSWERINGLY TO THE HOPE
WE PROFESS, FOR HE WHO PROMISED IS FAITHFUL.
Faithful Indeed! ( HEBREWS 10:23)

Pastor Allen

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3/1

I WILL LOVE YOU, O LORD, MY STRENGTH. THE LORD
IS MY ROCK AND MY FORTRESS AND MY DELIVERER;
MY GOD, MY STRENGTH, IN WHOM I TRUST; MY SHIELD
AND THE HORN OF MY SALVATION, MY STRONGHOLD.
( PSALM 18:1-2 *NKJV )

God is always with us through thick or thin because none
of life's problems are to powerful for Him. So when I received the
following message this week from one of our subscribers, I had
to pass it along. I hope that you will enjoy it as much as I do.
It is called.......
The Holy Alphabet

A lthough things are not perfect
B ecause of trial or pain
C ontinue in thanksgiving
D o not begin to blame
E ven when the times are hard
F ierce winds are bound to blow
G od is forever able
H old on to what you know
I magine life without His love
J oy would cease to be
K eep thanking Him for all the things
L ove imparts to thee
M ove out of "Camp Complaining"
N o weapon that is known
O n earth can yield the power
P raise can do alone
Q uit looking at the future
R edeem the time at hand
S tart every day with worship
T o "thank" is a command
U ntil we see Him coming
V ictorious in the sky
W e'll run the race with gratitude
X alting God most high
Y es, there'll be good times and yes some
will be bad, but...
Z ion waits in glory...where none are ever sad!

So when life throws you a curve, remember, that
the shortest distance between a problem and a solution, is the
distance between your knees and the floor. After all the one who
kneels to the Lord can stand up to anything! Amen.

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3/2

AND JESUS SAID: "I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, UNLESS YOU
CHANGE AND BECOME LIKE LITTLE CHILDREN, YOU WILL
NEVER ENTER THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.
( MATTHEW 18:3 *NIV )

I have never seen the verse above described better then
through the actions of a three-year-old child in the message
below. This message was sent to me a few days ago by one
of our subscribers. It asks us this important question.
"Do You Know Bailey's Jesus?" In the following message I
could feel the love and it brings tears to my eyes ever time
that I read it. I hope that it will move you as well, and that
you will enjoy it as much as I do.....

"Bailey's Jesus!"

God recently allowed me to see Jesus through the eyes of
someone seeing Him for the first time. Having the advantage of
knowing how the story ends, we can easily forget the cost of our
redemption and the love of our Savior.

Every year we attend a local church pageant which tells the
story of Jesus from His birth through His resurrection. It is
a spectacular event, with live animals and hundreds of cast
members in realistic costumes. The magi enter the huge
auditorium on llamas from the rear, descending the steps in
pomp and majesty. Roman soldiers look huge and menacing
in their costumes and makeup.

Of all the years we have attended, one stands out indelibly in
my heart. It was the year we took our then three-year-old
granddaughter, Bailey, who loves Jesus. She was mesmerized
throughout the entire play, not just watching, but involved as if
she were a player. She watches as Joseph and Mary travel to
the Inn and is thrilled when she sees the baby Jesus in His
mother's arms.

Later when Jesus, on a young donkey, descends the steps
from the back of the auditorium, depicting His triumphal entry into
Jerusalem, Bailey was ecstatic. As he neared our aisle, Bailey
began jumping up and down, screaming, "Jesus, Jesus! There's
Jesus!" Not just saying the words but exclaiming them with every
fiber of her being. She alternated between screaming his name
and hugging us. "It's Jesus. Look!" I thought she might actually
pass out.

Tears filled my eyes as I looked at Jesus through the eyes of a
child in love with Him, seeing Him for the first time. How like the
blind beggar screaming out in reckless abandon, "Jesus, Jesus!",
afraid he might miss Him, not caring what others thought. This
was so much fun.

Then came the arrest scene. On stage, the soldiers shoved
and slapped Jesus as they moved Him from the Garden of
Gethsemane to Pilate. Bailey responded as if she were in the
crowd of women, with terror and anger. "Stop it!" she screamed.
"Bad soldiers, stop it!" As I watched her reaction, I wished we
had talked to her before the play. "Bailey it's OK. They are just
pretending," but she shouted "They are hurting Jesus! Stop it!"

She stood in her seat reacting to each and every move. People
around us at first smiled at her reaction, thinking "How cute!".
Then they quit smiling and began watching her watch Him. In a
most powerful scene, the soldiers lead Jesus carrying the cross
down the steps of the auditorium from the back. They were
yelling, whipping, and cursing at Jesus, who was bloodied and
beaten. Bailey was now hysterical. "Stop it! Soldiers! Stop it,"
she screamed. She must have been wondering why all these
people did nothing. She then began to cry instead of scream.
"Jesus, Oh, Jesus!" People all around us began to weep as we
all watch this devoted little disciple see her Jesus beaten and
killed as those first century disciples had.

Now going back and forth between her mother's lap and mine
for comfort, she was distraught. I kept saying, "Bailey, it's OK.
Jesus is going to be OK.
These are just people pretending to be soldiers. She looked at
me like I was crazy. In my lap, we talked through the cross and
burial. "Watch, Bailey, watch for Jesus!"

The tomb began to tremble and lightening flashed as the stone
rolled away. A super bowl touchdown cheer couldn't come close
to matching this little one's reaction to the resurrection. "Jesus!
He's OK. Mommy, it's Jesus!" " It's Jesus!"

I prayed that she wasn't going to be traumatized by this event,
but that she would remember it. I shall never forget it. I shall
never forget seeing Jesus' suffering, crucifixion, and resurrection
through the eyes of an innocent child.

Following the pageant the actors all assembled in the foyer to
be greeted by the audience. As we passed by some of the
soldiers Bailey screamed out, "Bad soldier, don't you hurt
Jesus." The actor who portrayed Jesus was some distance away
surrounded by well-wishers and friends. Bailey broke away from
us and ran toward Him, wrapping herself around His legs, holding
on for dear life. He hugged her and said, "Jesus loves you." He
patted her to go away. She wouldn't let go. She kept clinging to
Him, laughing and calling His name. She wasn't about to let go
of her Jesus.

I think God in heaven stopped what ever was going on that day
and made all the angels watch Bailey. "Now, look there! You
see what I meant when I said; "LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN
COME TO ME, AND DO NOT HINDER THEM, FOR THE
KINGDOM OF HEAVEN BELONGS TO SUCH AS THESE."
Amen! ( MATTHEW 19:14 )

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3/3

GOD WILL KEEP HIS COVENANT OF LOVE WITH YOU. HE
WILL LOVE YOU AND BLESS YOU.
( DEUTERONOMY 7:12-13 *NIV )

Sadly, as you know this World is filled with people who feel
unloved, and will do almost anything to find it. What a shame
it is that they do not know God, for it is written: GOD IS LOVE.
WHOEVER LIVES IN LOVE LIVES IN GOD, AND GOD IN HIM.
( 1 JOHN 4:16 )

After all, whether they know it or not, everyone is surrounded
by God's Great Love for it is like the oxygen we breathe; there is
plenty of it for each of us, and still so very many are starving for it!

Why not reach out to another today, and share a little of God's
love with them. After all Jesus said: "YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR
NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF." ( MATTHEW 19:19 ) and He also
said, "THIS IS MY COMMAND: LOVE EACH OTHER."
( JOHN 15:17 )

After all sharing God's Love is as simple to do as saying thank
you to a store clerk, or just smiling at another and saying "How
are you today!" Little acts of kindness like these go along way
towards brightening up another's day, and by doing such things it
brightens our day as well!

So, the next time you pray thank God for filling you
with His Love, and remember to GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD,
FOR HE IS GOOD; HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. Amen!
( PSALM 136:1 )

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3/4

BELOVED, IF OUR HEART DOES NOT CONDEMN US, WE
HAVE CONFIDENCE TOWARD GOD. AND WHATEVER WE
ASK WE RECEIVE FROM HIM, BECAUSE WE KEEP HIS
COMMANDMENTS AND DO THOSE THINGS THAT ARE
PLEASING IN HIS SIGHT.
( 1 JOHN 3:21-22 *NKJV )

Now would you change the way that you live if you
knew that God knew all of your thoughts, heard all of
your words, and knew all the desires of your heart? Well, He does for it is written: THE LORD KNOWS THE
THOUGHTS OF MAN, THAT THEY ARE FUTILE. For He
even; KNOWS THE SECRETS OF THE HEART.
( PSALM 94:11 ) & ( PSALM 44:21 )

Now when we try our best to have pure thoughts and
desires and follow the Commandments put forth by
God, we often get our prayers answered. For it is
written: THE EFFECTIVE FERVENT PRAYER OF
A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILS MUCH. ( JAMES 5:16 )

So, when you speak be careful of the words you
use, and keep them soft and sweet. For we are to always:
ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER AND BUILD EACH
OTHER UP. Most of all, always think before you speak so
that: THE WORDS OF MY MOUTH AND THE MEDITATION
OF MY HEART BE ACCEPTABLE IN YOUR SIGHT, O
LORD, MY STRENGTH AND MY REDEEMER. Amen!
( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:11 ) ( PSALM 19:14 )

Now my friend, have a great day and may it be filled with
blessings indeed!

[admin]

3/5

GRACE TO YOU AND PEACE FROM GOD OUR FATHER
AND THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 1:3 *NKJV )

When your life becomes filled with noise and confusion,
and you long for a little peace in your life, turn to our
Savior Jesus Christ! For He said, "THESE THINGS I
HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE
PEACE, IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION;
BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE
WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 ) After all Jesus' never abandons
us, or leaves us to struggle alone! We can always call on
Him in even the most troublesome times, for He is always
with us!

Also remember that when confusion enters your life, it is
not from God but from satan. For it is written that: GOD IS
NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION BUT OF PEACE!
( 1 CORINTHIANS 14:33 )

So, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN
EVERYTHING BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH
THANKSGIVING, LET YOUR REQUESTS BE KNOWN
TO GOD; AND THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH
SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD
YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST JESUS.
Amen. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )

Now have a wonderful day and may it be filled with
peace and joy!

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3/6

I WILL GIVE YOU A NEW HEART AND PUT A NEW SPIRIT
WITHIN YOU; I WILL TAKE THE HEART OF STONE OUT
OF YOUR FLESH AND GIVE YOU A NEW HEART OF
FLESH. I WILL PUT MY SPIRIT WITHIN YOU AND CAUSE
YOU TO WALK IN MY STATUES, AND YOU WILL KEEP
MY JUDGMENTS AND DO THEM.
( EZEKIEL 36:26-27 *NKJV )

Now this verse proves that GOD did the very first
heart transplant. In fact HE has been doing transplants for
thousands of years! Even better than that, the heart that
GOD gives to us is filled with the fruit of the spirit! And
THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE,
PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS FAITHFULNESS,
GENTLENESS AND SELF-CONTROL.
( GALATIANS 5:22 )

Remember when you invited GOD into your life, Tammy?.
Think about how hard your life was before that day! Also
think about how your life has changed for the better since
then!

Now just in case you haven't received that new heart yet,
today would be a great day to ask GOD for it! No
appointment is needed, and HE won't leave you in the waiting
room for two hours, reading last years magazines either!
By the way you won't need health Insurance to pay for it
because is a free gift from GOD as well.

So why not ask GOD for that new heart today, if you
haven't already? For HE has said: "THEN I WILL GIVE
THEM ONE HEART, AND I WILL PUT A NEW SPIRIT
WITHIN THEM, AND TAKE THE STONY HEART OUT OF
THEIR FLESH, AND GIVE THEM A HEART OF FLESH,
THAT THEY MAY WALK IN MY STATUTES AND KEEP
MY JUDGMENTS AND DO THEM; AND THEY SHALL BE
MY PEOPLE, AND I WILL BE THEIR GOD."
( EZEKIEL 11:19 )

Now, may you: GROW IN THE GRACE AND
KNOWLEDGE OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS
CHRIST. TO HIM BE GLORY BOTH NOW AND
FOREVER! AMEN. ( 2 PETER 3:18 )

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3/7

PRIDE GOES BEFORE DESTRUCTION, AND A HAUGHTY
SPIRIT BEFORE A FALL. BETTER TO BE OF A HUMBLE
SPIRIT WITH THE LOWLY, THAN TO DIVIDE THE SPOIL
WITH THE PROUD.
( PROVERBS 16:18-19 *NKJV )

Destructive pride can be a major stumbling block in your
Christian walk! We are as God's Children to be of a humble
spirit. For it is written: GOD RESISTS THE PROUD, BUT
GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. ( 1 PETER 5:5 ) It is also
written: FOR THUS SAYS THE HIGH AND LOFTY ONE WHO
INHABITS ETERNITY, WHOSE NAME IS HOLY:" I DWELL
IN THE HIGH AND HOLY PLACE, WITH HIM WHO HAS A
CONTRITE AND HUMBLE SPIRIT." ( ISAIAH 57:15 )

Now our Savior Jesus Christ, speaking of entering the
Kingdom of Heaven said, "AND INDEED THERE ARE
LAST WHO WILL BE FIRST, AND THERE ARE FIRST
WHO WILL BE LAST." ( LUKE 13:30 ) Also Jesus' brother
wrote, HE GIVES MORE GRACE THEREFORE HE SAYS:
"GOD RESISTS THE PROUD BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE
HUMBLE." ( JAMES 4:6 )

So, always: HUMBLE YOURSELVES UNDER
THE MIGHTY HAND OF GOD, THAT HE MAY EXALT YOU
IN DUE TIME, CASTING ALL YOUR CARE UPON HIM,
FOR HE CARES FOR YOU. Amen.
( 1 PETER 5:6-7 )

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3/8

FOR EVERYTHING THAT WAS WRITTEN IN THE PAST WAS
TO TEACH US, SO THAT THROUGH ENDURANCE AND THE
ENCOURAGEMENT OF THE SCRIPTURES WE MIGHT HAVE
HOPE.
( ROMANS 15:4 *NIV )

When ever worry, doubt or fear attack you, try these
Emergency Numbers:
When in sorrow.............................call JOHN 14
When men fail you........................call PSALM 27
When you have sinned..................call PSALM 51
When you worry............................call MATTHEW 6:19-43
When you are in danger.................call PSALM 91
When God seems far away............call PSALM 91
When your faith needs help............call HEBREWS 11
When you are lonely and fearful......call PSALM 23
When you are bitter.......................call 1 COR 13
For Paul's secret to happiness....... call COL 3:12-17
When you feel down & out............. call ROMANS 8:31
When you want peace & rest......... call MATT 11:25-30
When you travel.............................call PSALM 121
When you want courage.................call JOSHUA 1
To get along with others..................call ROMANS 12
If you are depressed.......................call PSALM 27
If you pocketbook is empty.............call PSALM 37
If you lose confidence in people.......call 1 COR 13
If people seem unkind.....................call JOHN 15
Discouraged about work..................call PSALM 126
-----.Alternate Numbers:
For dealing with fear........................call PSALM 34:7
For security....................................call PSALM 121:3
For assurance.................................call MARK 8:35
For reassurance..............................call PSALM 145:18

These Emergency Numbers may be dialed direct, no
operator assistance is ever needed, neither is a phone!
All lines to Heaven are open 24 hours a day, seven days a
week! Remember if you feed your faith, all worry, doubt
and fear will starve to death!

Now, MAY OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST
HIMSELF AND GOD THE FATHER, WHO LOVED US AND
BY HIS GRACE GAVE US ETERNAL ENCOURAGEMENT
AND GOOD HOPE, ENCOURAGE YOUR HEARTS AND
STRENGTHEN YOU IN EVERY GOOD DEED AND WORD.
Amen! ( 2 THESSALONIANS 2:16-17 )

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3/9

GREATER LOVE HAS NO ONE THAN THIS, THAN TO
LAY DOWN ONE'S LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS.
( JOHN 15:13 *NKJV )

As you know a good friend is worth more than gold, for they
will stick by you through good times or bad. For, A MAN
WHO HAS FRIENDS MUST HIMSELF BE FRIENDLY, BUT
THERE IS A FRIEND WHO STICKS CLOSER THAN A
BROTHER. ( PROVERBS 18:24 )

Jesus Christ is such a friend, for He has said, "YOU ARE
MY FRIENDS IF YOU DO WHATEVER I COMMAND YOU.
NO LONGER DO I CALL YOU SERVANTS, FOR A SERVANT
DOES NOT KNOW WHAT HIS MASTER IS DOING; BUT I
HAVE CALLED YOU FRIENDS, FOR ALL THINGS THAT I
HEARD FROM MY FATHER I HAVE MADE KNOWN TO
YOU." ( JOHN 15:15-16 )

Therefore It seems very appropriate, at this time, to share
this poem with you, about our dearest friend, Jesus Christ.

The Dearest Friend!

I have a Friend in Jesus,
He's ever walking near
To share my every burden
And take away my fear.

It's in His precious name I pray
To our God above;
It's through His sacred teachings that
I learned the way to love.

God did not put me on this earth
To walk life's path alone;
He sent His Son to be my Guide,
The dearest Friend I've known.

No other One could be so true,
He bore the cross for me;
Because He died for my sins
I must ever faithful be.

If you are lonely on life's way
And feel that no one cares,
You have a Friend in Jesus
If you will kneel in prayer.
Poet, Kay Hoffman

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3/10

THE LORD IS MY LIGHT AND MY SALVATION--WHOM SHALL
I FEAR? THE LORD IS THE STRONGHOLD OF MY LIFE---OF
WHOM SHALL I BE AFRAID?
( PSALM 27:1 *NIV )

Do not let the events of the World today, or the in the future,
cause you any fear. For it is written: THE LORD HIMSELF GOES
BEFORE YOU AND WILL BE WITH YOU; HE WILL NEVER
LEAVE YOU OR FORSAKE YOU. DO NOT BE AFRAID; DO NOT
BE DISCOURAGED. ( DEUTERONOMY 31:8 )

After all, IF YOU MAKE THE MOST HIGH YOUR DWELLING
---EVEN THE LORD, WHO IS YOUR REFUGE---THEN NO HARM
WILL BEFALL YOU, NO DISASTER WILL COME NEAR YOUR
TENT. FOR HE WILL COMMAND HIS ANGELS CONCERNING
YOU TO GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS; THEY WILL LIFT
YOU UP IN THEIR HANDS, SO THAT YOU DO NOT STRIKE
YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE. ( PSALM 91:9-12 )

Therefore, HAVE NO FEAR OF SUDDEN DISASTER OR THE
RUIN THAT OVERTAKES THE WICKED. For; THE LORD'S
CURSE IS ON THE HOUSE OF THE WICKED, BUT HE
BLESSES THE HOME OF THE RIGHTEOUS.
( PROVERBS 3:25,33 )

So, BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS. DO NOT
BE AFRAID OR TERRIFIED BECAUSE OF THEM, FOR THE
LORD YOUR GOD GOES WITH YOU! Amen.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:6 )

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3/11

Jesus Said; "THERE IS NOTHING THAT ENTERS A MAN
FROM THE OUTSIDE WHICH CAN DEFILE HIM; BUT THE
THINGS WHICH COME OUT OF HIM, THOSE ARE THE
THINGS THAT DEFILE HIM."
( MARK 7:15 *NKJV )

As Christians we must be careful of the words we speak,
and keep them soft and sweet, because sometimes we can
defile ourselves with our words. For if we are not careful:
OUT OF THE SAME MOUTH PROCEED BLESSING AND
CURSING. MY BRETHREN, THESE THINGS OUGHT NOT
TO BE SO. ( JAMES 3:10 ) Therefore: LET YOUR SPEECH
ALWAYS BE WITH GRACE, SEASONED WITH SALT,
THAT YOU MAY KNOW HOW YOU OUGHT TO ANSWER
EACH OTHER. ( COLOSSIANS 4:6 )

So Beloved, speak only words of kindness, and: SPEAK
EVIL TO NO ONE, TO BE PEACEABLE, GENTLE,
SHOWING ALL HUMILITY TO ALL MEN. ( TITUS 3:2 )

FINALLY, ALL OF YOU BE OF ONE MIND, HAVING
COMPASSION FOR ONE ANOTHER; LOVE AS
BROTHERS, BE TENDERHEARTED, BE COURTEOUS;
NOT RETURNING EVIL FOR EVIL OR REVILING FOR
REVILING, BUT ON THE CONTRARY BLESSING,
KNOWING THAT YOU WERE CALLED TO THIS, THAT
YOU MAY INHERIT A BLESSING. Amen.
( 1 PETER 3:8-9 )

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3/12

WHEN THE DISCIPLES SAW HIM WALKING ON THE SEA
THEY WERE TROUBLED, SAYING, IT IS A GHOST! AND
THEY CRIED OUT FOR FEAR. BUT IMMEDIATELY JESUS
SPOKE TO THEM, SAYING, BE OF GOOD CHEER! IT IS I;
DO NOT BE AFRAID. SO HE SAID, COME. AND WHEN
PETER HAD CAME DOWN OUT OF THE BOAT HE WALKED
ON THE WATER TO GO TO JESUS. BUT HE SAW THAT
THE WIND WAS BOISTEROUS, HE WAS AFRAID; AND
BEGINNING TO SINK HE CRIED OUT SAYING "LORD SAVE
ME."
( MATTHEW 14:26,27,29 & 30 *NKJV )

Now Peter began to sink because he took his eyes
off of Jesus, and focused on the waves all around him. This
was because his faith faltered. So what did Peter do but
reach out to Jesus who was the only one that could save
him! You see Peter forgot to: WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY
SIGHT. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )

Now we may not be walking on water, but when our
troubles surround us, if we focus on them instead of placing
our faith in Jesus, we will start to sink as well!

So, when you are facing difficulties and
troubles surround you; keep your eyes on Jesus' power
rather then on your problems. Also when you are
apprehensive about your troubles, and if you doubt Christ's
presence or His great ability to help; remember that He is
the only one that can really help you as well!

Now tonight why not read this story. You will find it in The
Book of Matthew, Chapter 14, verses 22-33, for wonderful
reading it truly is!

Finally, WATCH, STAND FAST IN THE FAITH
BE BRAVE, BE STRONG. LET ALL YOU DO BE DONE
WITH LOVE. Amen. ( 1 CORINTHIANS 16:13 )

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3/13

DO NOT WORRY ABOUT TOMORROW, FOR TOMORROW
WILL WORRY ABOUT ITSELF. EACH DAY HAS ENOUGH
TROUBLE OF ITS OWN.
( MATTHEW 6:34 *NIV )

Now I ask you, WHO OF YOU BY WORRYING CAN
ADD A SINGLE HOUR TO HIS LIFE? ( MATTHEW 6:27 )
In fact, some studies even show that worry may actually
shorten our life!

Therefore instead of worrying: CAST ALL YOUR
ANXIETY ON HIM BECAUSE HE CARES FOR YOU.
( 1 PETER 5:7 ) For then, WHEN YOU LIE DOWN, YOU
WILL NOT BE AFRAID; WHEN YOU LIE DOWN YOUR
SLEEP WILL BE SWEET.
( PROVERBS 3:24 )

After all what is worry anyway, but the opposite of faith!
So, have faith and always turn your worries over to
God! Then you will be able to say with confidence.....

"Why Worry About Tomorrow?"

Why worry about tomorrow
And the rising of the sun,
Of anguish over past mistakes
That cannot be undone?

Why waste life's precious moments
On things that bruise the heart
When today is ours to fashion
Into a work of art?

Today comes but once, my friend,
It never can return--
So use it wisely while you can,
There's a lesson you may learn.

Let history record the past
And tomorrow come what may.
Be content to do your best
With what you have today!
Poet: Clay Harrison

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3/14

LIFT UP YOUR EYES ON HIGH AND SEE WHO HAS CREATED
THESE THINGS, WHO BRINGS OUT THEIR HOST BY
NUMBER; HE CALLS THEM BY NAME, BY THE GREATNESS
OF HIS MIGHT AND THE STRENGTH OF HIS POWER; NOT
ONE IS MISSING.
( ISAIAH 40:26 *NJKV )

When the events of this World cause you to be concerned,
remember that our Heavenly Father is in Control! For: THE
LORD REIGNS; LET THE EARTH REJOICE.
( PSALM 97:1 )

Indeed, let the Earth rejoice for time is unfolding just as it
was written! So do not be stressed about today or the future,
for you are God's Child and He will always be with you! For:
THE ETERNAL GOD IS YOUR REFUGE, AND UNDERNEATH
ARE HIS EVERLASTING ARMS. ( DEUTERONOMY 33:27 )

After all, WHO IS GOD, EXCEPT THE LORD? AND WHO IS
A ROCK, EXCEPT OUR GOD? ( PSALM 18:31 )

So, the next time you become worried about the
future of this World, remember these words! THE LORD REIGNS;
LET THE EARTH REJOICE. Yes, let us rejoice indeed!

Have a Wonderful Weekend my friend, and my your Weekend
be filled with peace. Amen.

[admin]

3/15

CHILDREN'S CHILDREN ARE THE CROWN OF OLD MEN, AND THE
GLORY OF CHILDREN IS THEIR FATHER.
( PROVERBS 17:6 )

In keeping with our Saturday message, I though I might
pass this along today. I received this from one of our Subscribers
this week. I hope it will bring a smile to your face, and give you
a laugh or two as well, so let us begin.....

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It was Palm Sunday, and because of a sore throat, five year old Billy
stayed home from Church with a sitter. When his family returned
home they were carrying several Palm Branches. Billy asked what
they were for? His parents replied "People held them over Jesus'
head as He walked by." "Wouldn't you know it," Billy fumed, "The
one Sunday I don't go to Church, HE showed up!"

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One Easter Sunday as the Minister was preaching the Children's
Sermon, he reached into his bag of props and pulled out an egg.
He pointed at the egg and asked the children, "What's in here?"
I know a little boy exclaimed, "Pantyhose!"

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Little Johnny asked his Grandma how old she was. Grandma
answered, "39 and holding." Johnny thought for a moment, and
then said, "And how old would you be if you let go?"

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A little boy was in a relative's wedding. As he was going down the
aisle, he would take two steps, stop, and turn to the crowd. While
facing the crowd, he would put his hands up like claws and roar.
So it went, step ROAR step, ROAR, step,, ROAR, all the way down
the aisle. As you can imagine, the crowd was near tears from
laughing so hard by the time he reached the pulpit.

When asked what he was doing, the child sniffed and said, "I was
being the Ring Bear."

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One Sunday in a Midwest City, a young child was "acting up" during
the morning worship hour. The parents did their best to maintain
some sense of order in the pew but were losing the battle. Finally,
the father picked the little fellow up and walked sternly up the aisle
on his way out.

Just before reaching the safety of the foyer, the little one called
loudly to the congregation, "Pray for me! Pray for me!"

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One particular four-year old prayed, "And forgive us our trash
baskets as we forgive those who put trash in our baskets."

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A little boy was overheard praying: "Lord, if you can' t make me a
better boy, don't worry about it. I'm having a real good time like I am."

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A Sunday School teacher asked her little children, as they were on
the way to church service, "And why is it necessary to be quiet in
church?"

One bright little girl replied, "Because people are sleeping."

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A little boy opened the big and old family Bible with fascination,
looking at the old pages as he turned them. Then something
fell out of the Bible. He picked it up and looked at it closely. It
was an old leaf from a tree that has been pressed in between
the pages."Mama, look what I found," the boy called out.
"What have you got there, dear?" his mother asked. With
astonishment in the young boy's voice, he answered, "It's
Adam's suit."

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The preacher was wired for sound with a lapel mike, and as he
preached, he moved briskly about the platform, jerking the mike
cord as he went. Then he moved to one side, getting wound up in
the cord and nearly tripping before jerking it again. After several
circles and jerks, a little girl in the third pew leaned toward her
mother and whispered, "If he gets loose, will he hurt us?"

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Six-year old Angie, and her four-year old brother, Joel, were sitting
together in church. Joel giggled, sang and talked out loud.

Finally, his big sister had enough. "You're not supposed to talk out
loud in church."

"Why? Who's going to stop me?" Joel asked.

Angie pointed to the back of the church and said, "See those two
men standing by the door? They're hushers."

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My grandson was visiting one day when he asked, "Grandma, do
you know how you and God are alike?" I mentally polished my halo,
while I asked, "No, how are we alike?" "You're both old," he replied.

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A ten-year old, under the tutelage of her grandmother, was
becoming quite knowledgeable about the Bible. Then, one day,
she floored her grandmother by asking, "Which Virgin was the
mother of Jesus? The virgin Mary or the King James Virgin?"

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A Sunday school class was studying the Ten Commandments.
They were ready to discuss the last one. The teacher asked if
anyone could tell her what it was.

Susie raised her hand, stood tall, and quoted, "Thou shall not
take the covers off the neighbor's wife."

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Well, there you have it. Now have a great
weekend and do not forget Church tomorrow. Amen.

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3/17

SO THEY CAME TO JERUSALEM. THEN JESUS WENT
INTO THE TEMPLE AND BEGAN TO DRIVE OUT THOSE
WHO BOUGHT AND SOLD IN THE TEMPLE, AND OVER-
TURNED THE TABLES OF THE MONEY CHANGERS, AND
THE SEATS OF THOSE WHO SOLD DOVES.
( MARK 11:15 *NKJV )


Did you ever wonder why there were money changers, and
other merchants in the Temple?

Well, the Passover was almost at hand, and Jews came
from all over the World to take part in the Passover Festival
each year, and to pay their Temple taxes. Those from foreign
Countries had to have their money changed into Temple
currency, because it was the only money accepted to pay for
the purchase of sacrificial animals, and pay for their taxes as
well.

Often the inflated exchange rate enriched the money
changers, and the exorbitant prices of animals made the
merchants wealthy. Further, their stalls were set up in the
Temple's Court of the Gentiles, frustrating the intentions of
the Non-Jews who had come to worship God as well.
( see ISAIAH 56:6-7 )

Thus Jesus became angry because God's House of Worship
had become a place of extortion, and a barrier to Non-Jews who
wanted to worship there as well. For: THEN JESUS TAUGHT,
SAYING TO THEM, "IS IT NOT WRITTEN, MY HOUSE SHALL
BE CALLED A HOUSE OF PRAYER FOR ALL NATIONS?
BUT YOU HAVE MADE IT A DEN OF THIEVES." AND THE
SCRIBES AND CHIEF PRIESTS HEARD IT AND SOUGHT
HOW THE MIGHT DESTROY HIM; FOR THEY FEARED HIM,
BECAUSE ALL THE PEOPLE WERE ASTONISHED AT HIS
TEACHING. ( MARK 11:17-18 )

Finally, if you are wondering why we don't follow the
sacrificial laws any more, please know that Christ became our
Sacrificial Lamb to pay for our sins once and for all! FOR
INDEED CHRIST, OUR PASSOVER, WAS SACRIFICED FOR
US. THEREFORE LET US KEEP THE FEAST. Amen.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )

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3/18

THEN THEY CAME AGAIN TO JERUSALEM. AND AS HE
WAS WALKING IN THE TEMPLE, THE CHIEF PRIESTS,
THE *SCRIBES,* AND THE ELDERS CAME TO HIM, "BY
WHAT AUTHORITY ARE YOU DOING THESE THINGS?
AND WHO GAVE YOU THIS AUTHORITY TO DO THESE
THINGS?
( MARK 11:27-28 *NJKV )

By now the stage was set! The religious leaders had
began to plot Jesus' death, but they still feared the people
because they were supporting Jesus! Therefore they
plotted a way to trap Jesus by tricking Him with questions,
and hoping that He would slip up, and thus the people
would turn against Him. However their trick failed! You
may find out why by reading the 11th Chapter of MARK.

Note that each of the days of this week Jesus returned
to Jerusalem. That is because He spent His evenings in
the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in Bethany, just
outside of Jerusalem.

Also Note that the Chief Priests, *Scribes,* and Elders
confronted Jesus, and not the Roman Army. After all it
wasn't Rome that had a problem with Jesus, but the so
called "religious leaders" sure did!

Now, if you are wondering why we are spending
this week on the these events, it is because it builds up
to the Highest Christian Holy Day of the entire year. The
day we celebrate the Resurrection of our Savoir Jesus
Christ!

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3/19

"HE DOES NOT TREAT US AS OUR SINS DESERVE OR
REPAY US ACCORDING TO OUR INIQUITIES. FOR AS HIGH
AS THE HEAVENS ARE ABOVE THE EARTH, SO GREAT IS
HIS LOVE FOR THOSE WHO FEAR HIM."
( PSALM 103:10-11 *NIV )

God offers repentance to all who come to Him! I know that
many people believe that they have done something that they
cannot be forgiven for, but that is incorrect "FOR HE KNOWS
HOW WE ARE FORMED, HE REMEMBERS THAT WE ARE
DUST." ( PSALM 103:14 )

He also knows that to be of the flesh is to be sinful! After all
God has promised, "I WILL CLEANSE THEM FROM ALL THE
SIN THEY HAVE COMMITTED AGAINST ME AND WILL
FORGIVE ALL THEIR SINS OF REBELLION AGAINST ME."
( JEREMIAH 33:8 )

Therefore if you slip and sin, seek forgiveness as King David
did, for he said, "THEN I ACKNOWLEDGED MY SIN TO YOU
AND DID NOT COVER UP MY INIQUITY. I SAID, 'I WILL
CONFESS MY TRANSGRESSIONS TO THE LORD-AND HE
FORGAVE THE GUILT OF MY SIN." ( PSALM 32:5 )

So, do not beat yourself up over past mistakes,
ask for forgiveness, and remember that "BELESSED IS HE
WHOSE TRANSGRESSIONS ARE FORGIVEN, WHOSE
SINS ARE COVERED. BLESSED IS THE MAN WHOSE
SIN THE LORD DOES NOT COUNT AGAINST HIM AND IN
WHOSE SPIRIT IS NO DECEIT." Amen.
( PSALM 32:1-2 )

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3/20

( Today's Message contains only verses taken from the
Bible. They are not capitalized because of the events
they describe.)

Now, It Is Written:
Just as He was speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve
appeared. With him was a crowd armed with swords
and clubs, sent from the chief priests, the teachers
of the law, and the elders. ( Mark 14:43 )

They took Jesus to the high priest, and all the chief
priests, elders and teachers of the law came together.
The chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were looking
for evidence against Jesus so that they could put Him
to death. ( Mark 14:53 & 55 )

Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the
elders, the teachers of the law and the whole
Sanhedrin reached a decision. They bound Jesus,
led Him away and handed him over to Pilate.
( Mark 15:1 )

While Pilate was setting on the judge's seat, his
wife sent him this message: "Don't have anything to
do with that innocent man, for I have suffered a great
deal today in a dream because of Him."
( Matthew 27:19 )

Now it was the governor's custom at the Feast
to release a prisoner chosen by the crowd.
( Matthew 27:15 )

The crowd came up and asked Pilate to do for them
what he usually did. "Do you want me to release to
you the King of the Jews?" asked Pilate. But the
chief priests stirred up the crowd to have Pilate
release Barabbas instead. ( Mark 15: 8, 9 & 11 )

"What shall I do then, with the one you call the
King of the Jews?" Pilate asked them. "Crucify him!"
they shouted. "Why? What crime has He committed?"
asked Pilate. But they shouted all the louder,
"Crucify him!" ( Mark 15:12-14 )

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3/21

NOW FROM THE SIXTH HOUR [noon], UNTIL THE NINTH
HOUR [3 P M], THERE WAS DARKNESS OVER ALL THE
LAND. AND ABOUT THE NINTH HOUR JESUS CRIED OUT
WITH A LOUD VOICE, SAYING, ELI, ELI, LAMA
SABACHTHANI?" THEN, BEHOLD, THE VEIL OF THE
TEMPLE WAS TORN IN TWO FROM TOP TO BOTTOM;
AND THE EARTH QUAKED, AND THE ROCKS WERE
SPLIT.
( MATTHEW 27:45 & 51 *NKJV )

The Holy Veil being torn from top to bottom
signified God's opening up the Temple [Church] to all
people, Gentile as well as Jew. Thus making us all part
of the Body of Christ!

You see, the temple veil separated the most holy place
called the "Holly of Hollies," where God was to reside, from
the people. Only the high priest was allowed to pass behind
the veil, and then only on the "Day of Atonement." ( see LEV
16:20 ) Thus, the people of the Old Testament could only
approach God through a priest and a blood sacrifice to be
forgiven of their sins. A young male lamb was the customary
sacrifice offered for this in the Temple at Jerusalem.

Also of Note; Jesus died exactly at 3 PM, which was the
exact time of the evening sacrifice at the Temple.

Therefore Christ became our sacrifice, for that is why
John the Baptist said: "BEHOLD! THE LAMB OF GOD WHO
TAKES AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD." ( JOHN 1:29 )
when he saw Jesus coming. Also the Apostle Paul wrote:
FOR INDEED CHRIST, OUR PASSOVER, WAS SACRIFICED
FOR US. THEREFORE LET US KEEP THE FEAST.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 5:7 ) Amen.

Have a wonderful weekend, and why not attend
the Church of your choice as we celebrate Christ's
Resurrection this Sunday!

Also, if you have children, please teach them what
Easter is really all about, so they do not grow up thinking
it is only about bunny rabbits and colored eggs and candy.

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3/22

Today we will take a look at the 22nd Psalm. A Psalm
that is often called the "Crucifixion Psalm." Many Biblical
Scholars believe that Jesus was reciting this very Psalm as
He hung on the cross. I believe that as well, thus our Savior
was teaching His Holy Word up to the very end of HIS
Human Life.

Therefore let us compare verses of this Psalm, with
verses in the New Testament describing the actual events
leading up to the Crucifixion of our dear Lord and Savoir
Jesus Christ.

Remember that this Psalm was written 1000 years
before the birth of Jesus, thus we will see why David
was indeed a Prophet of God!

( PSALM 22:1 ) MY GOD. MY GOD, WHY HAVE YOU
FORSAKEN ME?

From New Testament: ( Mark 15:34 )
34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice,
saying, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?" which is translated,
"My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?"
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( PSALM 22:7-8 ) ALL THOSE WHO SEE ME RIDICULE
ME; THEY SHOOT OUT THE LIP, THEY SHAKE THE
HEAD, SAYING, HE TRUSTED IN THE LORD, LET HIM
RESCUE HIM.

Written In: ( Matthew 27:39-43 )
39 And those who passed by blasphemed Him, wagging
their heads 40 and saying, "You who destroy the temple
and build it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the
Son of God, come down from the cross." 41 Likewise the
chief priests also, mocking with the scribes and elders,
said, 42 He saved others; Himself He cannot save. If He
is the King of Israel, let Him now come down from the
cross, and we will believe Him.

43 He trusted in God; let Him deliver Him now if He will
have Him; for He said, 'I am the Son of God.' "
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( PSALM 22:16 ) FOR DOGS HAVE SURROUNDED ME;
THE CONGREGATION OF THE WICKED HAS
ENCOMPASSED ME THEY PIERCED MY HANDS AND
MY FEET.

Written In: ( John 19:17-18 )
17 And He, bearing His cross, went out to a place called
the Place of a Skull, which is called in Hebrew, Golgotha,
18 where they crucified Him,
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( PSALM 22:15 ) MY STRENGTH IS DRIED UP LIKE A
POTSHERD, AND MY TONGUE CLINGS TO MY
JAWS; YOU HAVE BROUGHT ME TO THE DUST OF
DEATH.

Written In: ( John 19:28 )
28 After this, Jesus, knowing that all things were now
accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said,
"I thirst!"
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( PSALM 22:18 ) THEY DIVIDE MY GARMENTS
AMONG THEM, AND FOR MY CLOTHING THEY CAST
LOTS.

Written In: ( Matt 27:35 )
35 When they had crucified him, they divided up his
clothes by casting lots.
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( PSALM 22:22 ) I WILL DECLARE YOUR NAME TO
MY BROTHREN; IN THE MIDST OF THE ASSEMBLY I
WILL PRAISE YOU.

Written In: ( Hebrews 2:12 )
12 saying:" I will declare Your name to My brethren;
In the midst of the assembly I will sing praise to You."
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Now, you be the judge, was indeed Jesus
teaching Psalm 22 as He hung from the Cross, and was Psalm
22 being fulfilled or not?

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3/23

CHRIST HAS RISEN! HE HAS RISEN INDEED!

O DEATH, WHERE IS THY STING?
O GRAVE, WHERE IS THY VICTORY?
( 1 CORINTHIANS 15:55 *KJV )

As you already know, on this the Highest Holy Day
of the Christian year, we celebrate Christ's Resurrection,
and the promise of forgiveness of our sins, and Eternal
Life for God's Children! FOR IF WE HAVE BEEN
PLANTED TOGETHER IN THE LIKENESS OF HIS
DEATH WE SHALL ALSO BE IN THE LIKENESS
OF HIS RESURRECTION. ( ROMANS 6:5 )

Isn't it truly wonderful to know that someday we
will be with God, the Arc Angels, our loved ones,
and all the company of Heaven? For of that day it is
written: GOD SHALL WIPE AWAY ALL TEARS
FROM YOUR EYES; AND THERE SHALL BE NO
MORE DEATH, NEITHER SORROW, NOR CRYING
NEITHER SHALL THERE BE ANY MORE PAIN:
FOR THE FORMER THINGS ARE PASSED
AWAY. ( REVELATION 21:4 )

So let us celebrate today, and thank Jesus Christ for
what He did us! After all it is written: FOR INDEED
CHRIST, OUR PASSOVER, WAS SACRIFICED FOR US.
THEREFORE LET US KEEP THE FEAST. Amen.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 5:7-8 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

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3/24

ONLY FEAR THE LORD, AND SERVE HIM IN TRUTH
WITH ALL YOUR HEART; FOR CONSIDER WHAT
GREAT THINGS HE HAS DONE FOR YOU.
( 1 SAMUEL 12:24 *NKJV )

In this busy world it is far too easy to forget all of the
things that God has done for us. Often we take those
blessings for granted, and sometimes we even forget to
thank Him for them.

It is written: THE LORD YOUR GOD WILL KEEP WITH
YOU THE COVENANT AND THE MERCY WHICH HE
SWORE TO YOUR FATHERS. AND HE WILL LOVE
YOU AND BLESS YOU. ( DEUTERONOMY 7:12-13 )

Therefore, never forget to thank Him for His
great love, and all of the blessings that He has given to
you! In fact, a great way to start each day is to spend two
minutes counting all of your blessings, and then try to
have only loving thoughts all day long. For when we do
are hearts become merry and we are walking in God's
Light, and that will make us feel even more blessed
than before!

Also remember Beloved, when counting all of your
blessings, to count the biggest blessing of them all, and
that is having such a loving, caring Heavenly Father as
we do! Amen!

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3/25

BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO TRUSTS IN THE LORD,
AND WHOSE HOPE IS THE LORD.
( JEREMIAH 17:7 *NKJV )

We all have hopes and dreams for our future, for life would
be very difficult without them. However when we put our hope
in the Lord, trusting that He will always help us, we are
placing our hope in the correct place! For unlike putting our
hope in other human beings who are likely to let us down,
GOD never fails or reneges on His Promises.

After all it is written: THE LORD JESUS CHRIST IS OUR
HOPE. ( 1 TIMOTHY 1:1 ) and everyone whose hope is in
the Lord is truly blessed! Now that is because: EVERYONE
WHO HAS THIS HOPE IN HIM PURIFIES HIMSELF, JUST
AS HE IS PURE. ( 1 JOHN 3:3 ) So, BE OF GOOD
COURAGE, AND HE SHALL STRENGTHEN YOUR HEART,
ALL YOU WHO HOPE IN THE LORD. ( PSALM 31:24 )

In Closing, it is my prayer that: THE GOD
OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE IN
BELIEVING, THAT YOU MAY ABOUND IN HOPE BY THE
POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, and that all of your hopes
and dreams come true! Amen. ( ROMANS 15:13

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3/26

YOU WILL KEEP HIM IN PERFECT PEACE, WHOSE MIND
IS STAYED ON YOU, BECAUSE HE TRUSTS IN YOU.
( ISAIAH 26:3 *NKJV )

Now true peace in our lives can be hard to find at times,
but through our faith in Jesus Christ we can know peace
even in turmoil. This is because: HE HIMSELF IS OUR
PEACE. ( EPHESIANS 2:14 )

Now our Savior Jesus Christ said, "THESE THINGS I
HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE
PEACE. IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION;
BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE
WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 )

Therefore when you find that peace has left you, and you
feel troubled; return your thoughts to our Heavenly Father
and trust in Him with all your heart. Always remembering
that: HAVING BEEN JUSTIFIED BY FAITH, WE HAVE PEACE
WITH GOD THROUGH OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST.
( ROMANS 5:1 )

So, always LET THE PEACE OF GOD RULE IN
YOUR HEARTS, TO WHICH ALSO YOU WERE CALLED IN
ONE BODY; AND BE THANKFUL. ( COLOSSIANS 3:15 )

Have a wonderful day and may: THE GRACE OF OUR
LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU ALL, now and always!
Amen. ( REVELATION 22:21 )

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3/27

ASK AND IT WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU; SEEK, AND YOU
WILL FIND; KNOCK, AND IT WILL BE OPENED TO YOU.
( LUKE 11:9-10 *NKJV )

Those are the words of our Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus
also said, "IF YOU ABIDE IN ME, AND MY WORDS
ABIDE IN YOU, YOU WILL ASK WHAT YOU DESIRE,
AND IT SHALL BE DONE FOR YOU." ( JOHN 15:7 )

Now these verses do not mean that everything we
may ask for will be given to us, but do mean that if it is
God's Will for us it will happen! After all we may ask
for something that would hurt us in the end, for we
have no way of knowing the future.

Therefore when you pray do not be afraid to ask God for
something that you desire, knowing that He who knows
all is looking out for you. For God has said: THEN YOU
WILL CALL UPON ME AND COME AND PRAY TO ME,
AND I WILL LISTEN TO YOU. YOU WILL SEEK ME AND
FIND ME WHEN YOU SEEK ME WITH ALL YOUR
HEART. ( JEREMIAH 29:12-13 )

Also do not think that God has abandoned you if a prayer
isn't answered the way you want. After all, in time, you may
look back on that prayer request and say "Thank God, He
Didn't Answer That One!"

Therefore, never lose hope when you pray
for it is written, THE EFFECTIVE, FERVENT PRAYER OF
A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILS MUCH. ( JAMES 5:16 )
So PRAY CONTINUALLY; GIVE THANKS IN ALL
CIRCUMSTANCES, FOR THIS IS GOD'S WILL FOR YOU
IN CHRIST JESUS. Amen. ( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:17-18 )

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3/28

THESE THINGS I HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU
MAY HAVE PEACE. IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE
TRIBULATION; BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVER-
COME THE WORLD.
( JOHN 16:33 *NKJV )

Now in this World today, there are times when we may
feel overwhelmed by what is going on all around us. After
all with terrible disasters, wars and terrorist's threats, etc
happening, it is enough to make one wonder what is
happening to this World today.

If all of these events cause you to feel overwhelmed, and the
tribulation in this World is weighing heavily on your mind,
remember that God is always with you, and these events are
unfolding as prophesied. Also remember that our Savior Jesus
Christ said, "LET NOT YOUR HEART BE TROUBLED; FOR YOU
BELIEVE IN GOD, BELIEVE ALSO IN ME." ( JOHN 14:1 ) For
when we put all of our trust in Jesus' hands, we will find peace
for: HE HIMSELF IS OUR PEACE. ( EPHESIANS 2:14 )

FINALLY, BRETHREN, WHATEVER THINGS ARE TRUE,
WHAT EVER THINGS ARE NOBLE, WHATEVER THINGS
ARE JUST, WHATEVER THINGS ARE PURE, WHATEVER
THINGS ARE LOVELY, WHATEVER THINGS ARE OF GOOD
REPORT, IF THERE IS ANY VIRTUE AND IF THERE IS
ANYTHING PRAISEWORTHY-MEDITATE ON THESE THINGS
instead of the troubles of this World. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:8 )
After all it is then that: THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH
SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD YOUR
HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST JESUS.
(PHILIPPIANS 4:7) and you will know true peace as you have
never known it before. Amen, Amen Indeed!

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3/29

THE FLOWERS APPEAR ON THE EARTH, THE TIME OF
THE SINGING OF BIRDS IS COME, AND THE VOICE OF
THE DOVE IS HEARD IN OUR LAND: THE FIG TREE
PUTTETH FORTH HER GREEN FIGS, AND THE VINES
WITH THE TENDER GRAPE GIVE A GOOD SMELL.
( SONG OF SOLOMON 2:12-13 *KJV )

Now that Springtime has arrived in our land, let that be
a reminder to us that GOD is in control! For: HE APPOINTED
THE MOON FOR THE SEASONS; THE SUN KNOWS ITS
GOING DOWN. ( PSALM 104:19 ) After all it is written: TO
EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON, A TIME FOR EVERY
PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN. ( ECCLESIASTES 3:1 )

So today I would like to share a poem with you. One that
I hope you will enjoy as much as I do. It is titled:

All Is Well
The virgin white of Winter
Now wears a shawl of green
For all the trees are budding
And flowers can be seen.

The snow that chilled us yesterday
Has melted like a dream
For now the stone is rolled away
Beneath the sunlight's gleam.

How sweet the sound of Spring
As songbirds now return,
And here below the rainbow
Earth makes another turn.

For Spring's a noble season,
One of show and tell,
When God reveals His Majesty
And shows us all is well.
Poet, Clay Harrison

Have a wonderful Saturday, and may it be filled with
love, hope and faith. Amen.

With My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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3/30

PRAISE THE LORD. HOW GOOD IT IS TO SING PRAISES
TO OUR GOD, HOW PLEASANT AND FITTING TO PRAISE
HIM. ( PSALM 147:1 *NIV )

Why not attend the Church of your choice today, where
you may join with others as they praise our Heavenly Father.
After all, just think of all the blessings He has given to
you, including His Love and saving Grace! So, LET US GIVE
THANKS TO THE LORD FOR HIS UNFAILING LOVE AND
HIS WONDERFUL DEEDS FOR MEN. ( PSALM 107:8 )

King David best described this, for in a Psalm he gave to
Asaph, for he wrote: SING TO THE LORD, ALL THE
EARTH; PROCLAIM HIS SALVATION DAY AFTER DAY.
DECLARE HIS GLORY AMONG THE NATIONS, HIS
MARVELOUS DEEDS AMONG ALL PEOPLES. FOR
GREAT IS THE LORD AND MOST WORTHY OF PRAISE;
HE IS TO BE FEARED [revered} ABOVE ALL gods.
ASCRIBE TO THE LORD THE GLORY DUE HIS NAME.
BRING AN OFFERING AND COME BEFORE HIM; WORSHIP
THE LORD IN THE SPLENDOR OF HIS HOLINESS.
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:23-25 & 29 )

So, why not worship the Lord in the splendor of His
Holiness by attending your Church today. There you may:
GREET ONE ANOTHER WITH A HOLY KISS. For THE
CHURCHES OF CHRIST GREET YOU. Amen!
( ROMANS 16:16 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

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3/31

FOR WHAT PROFIT IS IT TO A MAN IF HE GAINS THE WHOLE
WORLD, AND IS HIMSELF DESTROYED OR LOST?
( LUKE 9:25 *NKJV )

As you already know in this World today it is very easy to
get caught up in our day to day life. We sometimes even
seem to forget how short our human life is compared to our
Eternal life! After all it is written: WHAT IS YOUR LIFE?
IT IS EVEN A VAPOR THAT APPEARS FOR A LITTLE TIME
AND THEN VANISHES AWAY. ( JAMES 4:14 )

We even see around us many people that are so consumed
by the power of money that they have lost sight of what is
really important! FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY IS A ROOT OF
ALL KINDS OF EVIL, FOR WHICH SOME HAVE STRAYED
FROM THE FAITH IN THEIR GREEDINESS, AND PIERCED
THEMSELVES THROUGH WITH MANY SORROWS!
( 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 ) For their god has become the almighty
dollar, but when their life is over, all of their money can not
another moment buy!

As Children of God we have an even better life ahead of us!
One with Our Savior Jesus Christ, and a life where: GOD WILL
WIPE AWAY EVERY TEAR FROM YOUR EYES; THERE
SHALL BE NO MORE DEATH, NOR SORROW, NOR CRYING.
THERE SHALL BE NO MORE PAIN, FOR THE FORMER
THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY. ( REVELATION 21:4 )

Therefore what a Blessing it is to be a Child of God! So the
next time that you count all of your blessings, be sure to add
that one as well! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/1

Jesus said "BEHOLD, I GIVE YOU THE AUTHORITY TO TRAMPLE
ON SERPENTS AND SCORPIONS, AND OVER ALL THE POWER
OF THE ENEMY, AND NOTHING SHALL BY ANY MEANS HURT
YOU." ( LUKE 10:19 *NKJV )

Whenever you feel tempted by satan, remember those words
spoken by Jesus Christ to His followers, then and now. This
means that you have the power to order satan out of your life
when you feel tempted. THEREFORE SUBMIT TO GOD. RESIST
THE DEVIL AND HE WILL FLEE FROM YOU. However always,
BE SOBER, BE VIGILANT; BECAUSE YOUR ADVERSARY
THE DEVIL WALKS ABOUT LIKE A ROARING LION, SEEKING
WHOM HE MAY DEVOUR.
( JAMES 4:7 ) & ( 1 PETER 5:8 )

So always: PUT ON THE WHOLE ARMOR OF GOD, THAT
YOU MAY BE ABLE TO STAND AGAINST THE WILES OF
THE DEVIL. ( EPHESIANS 6:11 )

Now, please do not take the first verse to literally.
After all, if you come across a rattlesnake don't try to trample it.
I can promise you that rattlesnake hasn't read the Bible, so it
will bite you. The above Words "SERPENTS AND SCORPIONS"
are an ancient Hebrew Idiom meaning, To Overcome Enemies
and Opposition. Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/2

YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR
HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR
STRENGTH.
( DEUTERONOMY 6:5 *NIV )

It is very easy to love the Lord with all your being
when you think about how much He loves each of us.
FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE
HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOEVER
BELIEVES IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE
EVERLASTING LIFE. ( JOHN 3:16 )

Further, Jesus Christ said: "GREATER LOVE HAS NO
ONE THAN THIS, THAN TO LAY DOWN ONE'S LIFE FOR
HIS FRIENDS. YOU ARE MY FRIENDS IF YOU DO
WHATEVER I COMMAND." ( JOHN 15:13-14 )

Therefore WE HAVE KNOWN AND BELIEVED THE
LOVE THAT GOD HAS FOR US. GOD IS LOVE, AND
HE WHO ABIDES IN LOVE ABIDES IN GOD, AND GOD
IN HIM. Thus it is only right to show God our love by
worshiping Him, for THE HOUR IS COMING, AND NOW
IS, WHEN THE TRUE WORSHIPERS WILL WORSHIP
THE FATHER IN SPIRIT AND TRUTH; FOR THE FATHER
IS SEEKING SUCH TO WORSHIP HIM.
( 1 JOHN 4:16 ) & ( JOHN 4:23 )

So, COME, LET US BOW DOWN IN WORSHIP,
LET US KNEEL BEFORE THE LORD OUR MAKER; FOR
HE IS OUR GOD AND WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF HIS
PASTURE, THE FLOCK UNDER HIS CARE. Amen.
( PSALM 96:1 )

Therefore remember that: GOD LOVES A CHEERFUL GIVER
( 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7 ) So please: GIVE GENEROUSLY TO HIM
AND DO SO WITHOUT A GRUDGING HEART; THEN
BECAUSE OF THIS THE LORD YOUR GOD WILL BLESS YOU
IN ALL YOUR WORK AND EVERYTHING YOU PUT YOUR
HANDS TO. Amen. ( DEUTERONOMY 15:10 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/3

Jesus taught us to say, GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD.
( MATTHEW 6:11 *NKJV )

The word's "Daily Bread" refer to our spiritual food, that being
the Word of God. For, MAN DOES NOT LIVE ON BREAD
ALONE BUT ON EVERY WORD THAT COMES FROM THE
MOUTH OF THE LORD. ( DEUTERONOMY 8:3 )

Now, did you ever notice when reading the Scriptures how
the Word ministers to us in different ways depending on what
our current situation is? Well this is because, THE WORD OF
GOD IS LIVING AND POWERFUL, AND SHARPER THAN
ANY TWO-EDGED SWORD. Thus we my boldly say,
YOUR WORD IS A LAMP TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY
PATH. ( HEBREWS 4:12 ) ( PSALM 119:105 )

Therefore: LET THE WORD OF CHRIST DWELL IN YOU
RICHLY IN ALL WISDOM, TEACHING AND ADMONISHING
ONE ANOTHER IN PSALMS AND HYMNS AND SPIRITUAL
SONGS, SINGING WITH GRACE IN YOUR HEARTS TO THE
LORD. ( COLOSSIANS 3:16 )

Now, you may consider this daily message a
slice of toast for your spiritual breakfast each morning. Now
you may enjoy even more by reading you Bible each day as well.
However do not worry, you may enjoy several spiritual meals a
day without gaining a single pound! So Bon Appetit, my Dear
Friend!

In closing, It is my hope that these messages bring a ray of
sunshine into your life each day! May God bless you, and have
a wonderful day. Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/4

LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MEN, THAT THEY MAY
SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GIVE GLORY TO YOUR
FATHER WHO IS IN HEAVEN.
( MATTHEW 5:16 *NKJV )

YOU WERE ONCE DARKNESS, NOW YOU ARE LIGHT
IN THE LORD. WALK AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT. For, IF WE
WALK IN THE LIGHT AS HE IS IN THE LIGHT, WE HAVE
FELLOWSHIP WITH ONE ANOTHER, AND THE BLOOD OF
JESUS CHRIST HIS SON CLEANSES US FROM ALL SIN.
( EPHESIANS 5:8 ) & ( 1 JOHN 1:6-7 )

Now how do we walk in the light? Well, your little light shines
every time you smile at someone, or do a good deed for them.
Also when you take the time to help someone in need, or share
God's Word with another. When you reach out to someone who
is suffering with pain or sorrow. Thus when, through you actions,
you show others what being a Christian is all about. Thus: LOVE
YOU NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. ( MATTHEW 19:19 )

Now, if you think your little light is a dim one, well
perhaps, as I believe, our little lights are magnified in the immense
mirror of God's Love. Perhaps His reflectors are our hearts,
spreading the flame of kindness to one another. Therefore, why
not shine you light on others today? You will not only help
them but it will warm your heart as well!

In Closing, just think, "If everyone would light, just one little
candle, what a bright World this would be." Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/5

AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE, WE WILL SERVE THE LORD.
( JOSHUA 24:15 *NKJV )

The following message was sent to me by one
of our subscribers. I hope that you will enjoy it as much as I do.
The name of it is.....

DIRECTIONS TO OUR FATHER'S HOUSE.

Make a Right onto Believeth Blvd. Keep straight and go through
the Green Light, which is Jesus Christ. There, you must turn onto
the Bridge of Faith, which is over troubled water.

Now when you get off the bridge, make a Right turn and Keep
Straight. You are on the King's Highway - Heaven-bound.
Keep going for three miles: One for the Father, One for the Son,
and One for the Holy Spirit.

Then take the Grace Blvd exit. From there, make a Right turn
on Gospel Lane. Keep Straight and then make another Right on
Prayer Road. As you go on your way, Yield Not to the traffic on
Temptation Ave. Also, avoid SIN STREET because it is a DEAD
END. Pass up Envy Drive, and Hate Avenue. Also, pass
Hypocrisy Street, Gossiping Lane, and Backbiting Blvd.

However, you will have to go down Long-suffering Lane,
Persecution Blvd. and Trials and Tribulations Ave, but that's all
right, because VICTORY Street is straight ahead! AMEN!
( Author Unknown )

Now, send these directions to your friends so they
will not get lost, for it would be a shame for them to miss the
wonderful services held there!

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/6

FILL US AT DAYBREAK WITH YOUR LOVE, THAT ALL OUR
DAYS WE MAY SING FOR JOY.
( PSALM 90:14 *NIV )

God is a friend and companion for those who love and obey
His Word. For as king David said, YOUR WORD IS A LAMP
TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT FOR MY PATH.
( PSALM 119:105 )

After all it is written: THE LORD HIMSELF GOES BEFORE
YOU AND WILL BE WITH YOU; HE WILL NEVER LEAVE
YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU. So why not spend a little time in
prayer with God each and every day. You will find Him to be
your very best Friend indeed! Amen.

I would now like to share a poem with you, Tammy. It is
called.....
"My Unseen Guest"

God walks the trail with me each day,
He is my Friend, My Guide
However long or steep the road,
He's ever by my side.

He sits with me in evening's hush;
We speak, we laugh, we pray,
And my heart sings a joyful song...
He's never far away.

And through each dark and lonely night,
He's guarding from above.
In perfect peace, I rest secure
In His eternal love.
Poet, Lee Simmons

In His Love and Service,
your servant Allen

[admin]

4/7

HE WHO COVERS HIS SINS WILL NOT PROSPER, BUT
WHOEVER CONFESSES AND FORSAKES THEM WILL
HAVE MERCY.
( PROVERBS 28:13 *NKJV )

When we confess our sins and ask for God's forgiveness,
they are cleaned from the Book Of Life by the Most Precious
Blood of our Savior Jesus Christ. It is then that those sins
are not only forgiven, but they are also forgotten by our
Heavenly Father as well. For it is written, "I WILL BE
MERCIFUL TO THEIR UNRIGHTEOUSNESS, AND THEIR
SINS AND THEIR LAWLESS DEEDS I WILL REMEMBER
NO MORE." ( HEBREWS 8:12 )

Now that doesn't mean that we may continue to do the
same sin over and over, and still be forgiven each time we
repent. After all the first verse does state "WHOEVER
CONFESSES AND FORSAKES THEM" does it not?

Therefore when you pray remember the confession of your
sins should be a daily routine, for to be of the flesh is to be
of a sinful nature. However God realizes that, so never feel
that because of your past sins God will never forgive you!
After all you are His Child, and HE Loves You very much!
Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/8

FOR 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 IS IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD.
(ROMANS 8:38-39 *NKJV)

God fills us with His love, and He wants us to share that
great love with others. So, BELOVED, LET US LOVE ONE
ANOTHER: FOR LOVE IS OF GOD; AND EVERYONE WHO
LOVES IS BORN OF GOD AND KNOWS GOD. HE WHO
DOES NOT LOVE DOES NOT KNOW GOD, FOR GOD
IS LOVE. ( 1 JOHN 4:7-8 )

So why not show your love for others each and every day.
After all, it's written: YOU SHALL NOT TAKE VENGEANCE,
NOR BEAR ANY GRUDGE AGAINST THE CHILDREN OF
YOUR PEOPLE, BUT YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR
AS YOURSELF: I AM THE LORD. ( LEVITICUS 19:18 )

Now you can do that by being a good friend, and lending a
hand when someone is in need. It is also as simple as smiling
and saying hello to every one you meet, and asking them how
their day is going. Therefore let your love light shine brightly.
Yes indeed, LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MEN,
THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GLORIFY
YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN. ( MATTHEW 5:16 )

Most important of all, remember what Jesus said, YOU SHALL
LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH
ALL YOUR SOUL, WITH ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL
YOUR STRENGTH. 'THIS IS THE FIRST COMMANDMENT.'
AND THE SECOND, LIKE IT, IS THIS: 'YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR
NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.' THERE IS NO COMMANDMENT
GREATER THAN THESE. For then when you do, God will fill you
with the same amount of His Love in return! Amen.
( MARK 12:30-31 )

Have a Wonderful Day, and please don't wait until Next
St.Valentine's Day to show your love for others! ( Just Kidding )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/9

THE SPIRIT HIMSELF BEARS WITNESS WITH OUR SPIRIT
THAT WE ARE CHILDREN OF GOD.
( ROMANS 8:16 *NKJV )

Indeed we are God's Children for: GOD SENT FORTH HIS
SON, BORN OF A WOMAN, BORN UNDER THE LAW, TO
REDEEM THOSE WHO WERE UNDER THE LAW, THAT WE
MIGHT RECEIVE THE ADOPTION AS SONS. AND BECAUSE
YOU ARE SONS, GOD HAS SENT FORTH THE SPIRIT OF
HIS SON INTO OUR HEARTS. ( GALATIANS 4:4-6 )

The Apostle Paul used adoption or "son ship" to illustrate
to us, the believer's new relationship with God. For when a
person becomes a Christian, he or she gains all the privileges
and responsibilities of a Child in God's family.

One of these privileges is being lead by the Spirit. Now we
may not always feel as though we belong to God, but the Holy
Spirit is our witness! For His inward presence reminds us of
who we are and encourages us with God's love. For it is written:
NOW HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT, BECAUSE THE LOVE
OF GOD HAS BEEN POURED OUT IN OUR HEARTS BY THE
HOLY SPIRIT WHO WAS GIVEN TO US. ( ROMANS 5:5 )

So, have a wonderful day remembering that you are
indeed a Child of God Almighty, and an heir as well. For it is
written: YOU ARE NO LONGER A SLAVE, BUT A SON; AND
SINCE YOU ARE A SON, GOD HAS MADE YOU ALSO AN
HEIR. Now that should make your day, Indeed! Amen.
( GALATIANS 4:7 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/10

AND THE LORD, HE IS THE ONE WHO GOES BEFORE
YOU. HE WILL NOT LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU;
DO NOT FEAR NOR BE DISMAYED.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:8 *NKJV )

There are times when we are fearful of current events or
even the future, for fear is a tool that satan uses to attack
our faith in our Heavenly Father. After all fear causes worry,
and what is worry and fear anyway, but the opposite of faith!

Now it is important for a Child of God to remember that:
GOD HAS NOT GIVEN US A SPIRIT OF FEAR, BUT OF
POWER AND OF LOVE AND OF A SOUND MIND.
( 2 TIMOTHY 1:7 ) And God has made us this promise:
FOR I, THE LORD YOUR GOD, WILL HOLD YOUR RIGHT
HAND, SAYING TO YOU, "FEAR NOT, I WILL HELP YOU."
( ISAIAH 41:13 )

So, the next time that fear strikes you remember to
hold fast to your faith! After all you can always: CAST ALL
YOUR BURDEN ON THE LORD, AND HE SHALL SUSTAIN
YOU; HE SHALL NEVER PERMIT THE RIGHTEOUS TO BE
MOVED. ( PSALM 55:22 )

FINALLY, BRETHREN, FAREWELL. BECOME
COMPLETE. BE OF GOOD COMFORT, BE OF ONE MIND,
LIVE IN PEACE; AND THE GOD OF LOVE AND PEACE
WILL BE WITH YOU. ( 2 CORINTHIANS 13:11 )

Therefore, have a great day today filled with
peace, and remember that "Worry is the darkroom in which
negatives are developed." Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/11

And Jesus said: "WITH MEN THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE, BUT
WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE!
( MATTHEW 19:26 *NKJV )

When you are facing something that seems impossible
to you, have faith, for nothing is impossible with God on
your side! After all is it not written: FOR WITH GOD
NOTHING WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE! ( LUKE 1:37 ) For, HE
WHO IS IN YOU IS GREATER THAN HE WHO IS IN THE
WORLD. (1 JOHN 4:4)

So don't give up when facing what seems impossible to
you. For you do believe in miracles don't you? Well, isn't
a miracle something that has happened that seemed
impossible at the time?

Therefore the next time you find yourself thinking that
something is impossible; remember the first verse of this
message and: WATCH, STAND FAST IN THE FAITH, BE
BRAVE, BE STRONG LET ALL THAT YOU DO BE DONE
WITH LOVE. (1 CORINTHIANS 16:13-14) After all God
has said: "BEHOLD, I AM THE LORD, THE GOD OF ALL
FLESH. IS THERE ANYTHING TOO HARD FOR ME?"
Amen! ( JEREMIAH 32:27 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/12

OH, THAT MEN WOULD GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD FOR HIS
GOODNESS, AND FOR HIS WONDERFUL WORKS TO THE
CHILDREN OF MEN!
( PSALM 107:8 NKJV )

Today we will return to the children, and let them teach us
about angel's. I received this message a few weeks ago,
and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I. After all, CHILDREN'S
CHILDREN ARE THE CROWN OF OLD MEN, AND THE
GLORY OF CHILDREN IS THEIR FATHER. (PROVERBS 17:6)
_________________________

Angels Explained by Children

I only know the names of two angels. Hark and Harold.
(--Gregory, age 5 )

Everybody's got it all wrong. Angels don't wear halos anymore.
I forget why, but scientists are working on it.
(--Olive, age 9 )

It's not easy to become an angel! First, you die. Then you go
to heaven, and then there's still the flight training to go through.
And then you got to agree to wear those angel clothes.
(--Matthew, age 9 )

Angels work for God and watch over kids when God has to
go do something else.
(--Mitchell, age 7 )

My guardian angel helps me with math, but he's not much
good for science.
(--Henry, age 8 )

Angels don't eat, but they drink milk from Holy Cows.
(--Jack, age 6 )

Angels talk all the way while they're flying you up to heaven.
The main subject is where you went wrong before you got dead.
(--Daniel, age 9 )

When an angel gets mad, he takes a deep breath and counts
to ten. And when he lets out his breath, somewhere there's a
tornado.
(--Reagan, age 10 )

Angels have a lot to do and they keep very busy. If you lose
a tooth, an angel comes in through your window and leaves
money under your pillow. Then when it gets cold, angels go
north for the winter.
(--Sara, age 6 )

Angels live in cloud houses made by God and his son, who's
a very good carpenter.
(--Jared, age 8 )

All angels are girls because they gotta wear dresses and boys
didn't go for it.
(--Antonio, age 9 )

My angel is my grandma who died last year. She got a big head
start on helping me while she was still down here on earth.
(--Katelynn, age 9 )

Some of the angels are in charge of helping heal sick animals
and pets. And if they don't make the animals get better, they
help the child get over it
(--Vicki, age 8 )

What I don't get about angels is why, when someone is in
love , they shoot arrows at them.
(--Sarah, age 7 )
______________________________

Now, have a great weekend and may GOD Bless
You! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/13

Almost everyone, whether religious or not has
heard the 23rd PSALM, because it is quoted so very often,
especially at funeral services. Many even refer to it as the
Resurrection Psalm. However this beautiful Psalm by David
actually Ministers to the living as well!

So let us see how this beautiful Psalm by David, actually
applies to us each and every day!

PSALM 23

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD; I SHALL NOT WANT.

And God will meet all your needs according to His glorious
riches in Christ Jesus. ( Philippians 4:19 )

HE MAKES ME TO LIE DOWN IN GREEN PASTURES,
HE LEADS MY BESIDE QUIET WATERS,

Whether you turn to the right or the left, your ears will hear
a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it."
( Isaiah 30:21 )

HE RESTORES MY SOUL. HE GUIDES ME IN THE PATH
OF RIGHTEOUSNESS FOR HIS NAME'S SAKE.

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.
( Psalm 119:105 )

EVEN THOUGH I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE
SHADOW OF DEATH, I WILL FEAR NO EVIL, FOR YOU
ARE WITH ME; YOUR ROD AND YOUR STAFF THEY
COMFORT ME.

When you pass through the waters, they will not sweep over
you. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned; the
flames will not set you ablaze.
( Isaiah 43:2 )

YOU PREPARE A TABLE BEFORE ME IN THE
PRESENCE OF MY ENEMIES. YOU ANOINT MY HEAD
WITH OIL; MY CUP OVERFLOWS.

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
who has blessed us in the spiritual realms with every
spiritual blessing in Christ. For He chose us in Him before
the creation of the World to be holy and blameless in His
sight. ( Ephesians 1:3-4 )

SURELY GOODNESS AND LOVE WILL FOLLOW ME ALL
THE DAYS OF MY LIFE, AND I WILL DWELL IN THE
HOUSE OF THE LORD FOREVER.

For God so loved the World that He gave His one and only
son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have
eternal life. ( John 3:16 )
____________________

Finally, know that you are very special to God, and;
THE LORD YOUR GOD IS WITH YOU, HE WILL TAKE
GREAT DELIGHT IN YOU, HE WILL QUIET YOU WITH HIS
LOVE, HE WILL REJOICE OVER YOU WITH SINGING.
Amen. ( ZEPHANIAH 3:17 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/14

IT IS EASIER FOR A CAMEL TO GO THROUGH THE EYE
OF A NEEDLE THAN A RICH MAN TO ENTER THE
KINGDOM OF GOD.
(MARK 10:25 *NKJV )

This verse has been misunderstood by many people
throughout history. Many even falsely believe that being
successful is a sin. Well, they could not be further from
the truth, for it is written: BELOVED, I PRAY THAT YOU
MAY PROSPER IN ALL THINGS AND BE IN GOOD
HEALTH, JUST AS YOUR SOUL PROSPERS.
( 3 JOHN 2 )

Now, what Jesus was referring to in the top
verse was a person who loved their money more than they
loved their Heavenly Father. For you see in Jesus' time,
just as today, many people were very unscrupulous, and
their money came from ill-gotten gain! After all it is written:
THE LOVE OF MONEY IS A ROOT OF ALL KINDS OF
EVIL, FOR WHICH SOME HAVE STRAYED FROM THE
FAITH IN THEIR GREEDINESS, AND PIERCED THEM--
SELVES THROUGH WITH MANY SORROWS.
( 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 )

The other thing people often do not understand is the
"Eye of the Needle." Also in Jesus' time all villages were
surrounded by a wall for protection from their enemies. So
each village had a main gate that was open only in the
daytime, and a small side gate for night entry. This small
gate was called the "needle," and when open it was
not very high..

Now those with stolen goods would try to sneak them
into town at night through this small side gate. One problem
they had was a camel could not walk through this small
gate with a full load on its back, so the load often had to
be removed. Then the poor camel would still have to walk
on its knees to enter through the gate. Not an easy task
to say the least, especially for the poor camel!

So, know in your heart that as long as you keep
God Number One in your life, you may prosper, and be
successful on Earth and still enter the Kingdom of God as
well! For it is written: MAY THEY PROSPER WHO LOVE
YOU. PEACE BE WITHIN YOUR WALLS, PROSPERITY
WITHIN YOUR PALACES! Amen. ( PSALM 122:6-7 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/16

THAT CHRIST MAY DWELL IN YOUR HEARTS THROUGH
FAITH; THAT YE BEING ROOTED AND GROUNDED IN
LOVE, MAY BE ABLE TO COMPREHEND WITH ALL
SAINTS WHAT IS THE BREADTH AND LENGTH AND DEPTH
AND HEIGHT; AND TO KNOW THE LOVE OF CHRIST WHICH
PASSETH KNOWLEDGE; THAT YE MIGHT BE FILLED WITH
ALL THE FULLNESS OF GOD.
( EPHESIANS 3:17-19 *KJV )

Our Heavenly Father's love for us is total,
and it reaches out to the entire world! God's love is
long for it covers us for length of our lives, and it is
high for it reaches to the height of our celebrations.
His love for us is deep for it reaches to the depths of
despair and discouragement..

God's love for us is always with us through out all
of our experiences in this life. The Apostle Paul wrote,
"FOR 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
IS IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD." ( ROMANS 8:38-39 )

So, when you are feeling left out or
all alone remember that you are never without God's
Love, and that He is right there with you!

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/17

THE LORD IS MY LIGHT AND MY SALVATION--WHOM SHALL
I FEAR? THE LORD IS THE STRONGHOLD OF MY LIFE---OF
WHOM SHALL I BE AFRAID?
( PSALM 27:1 *NIV )

Do not let the events of the World today, or the in the future,
cause you any fear. For it is written: THE LORD HIMSELF GOES
BEFORE YOU AND WILL BE WITH YOU; HE WILL NEVER
LEAVE YOU OR FORSAKE YOU. DO NOT BE AFRAID; DO NOT
BE DISCOURAGED. ( DEUTERONOMY 31:8 )

After all, IF YOU MAKE THE MOST HIGH YOUR DWELLING
---EVEN THE LORD, WHO IS YOUR REFUGE---THEN NO HARM
WILL BEFALL YOU, NO DISASTER WILL COME NEAR YOUR
TENT. FOR HE WILL COMMAND HIS ANGELS CONCERNING
YOU TO GUARD YOU IN ALL YOUR WAYS; THEY WILL LIFT
YOU UP IN THEIR HANDS, SO THAT YOU DO NOT STRIKE
YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE. ( PSALM 91:9-12 )

Therefore, HAVE NO FEAR OF SUDDEN DISASTER OR THE
RUIN THAT OVERTAKES THE WICKED. For; THE LORD'S
CURSE IS ON THE HOUSE OF THE WICKED, BUT HE
BLESSES THE HOME OF THE RIGHTEOUS.
( PROVERBS 3:25,33 )

So, BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS. DO NOT
BE AFRAID OR TERRIFIED BECAUSE OF THEM, FOR THE
LORD YOUR GOD GOES WITH YOU! Amen.
( DEUTERONOMY 31:6 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/18

FEAR NOT, FOR I AM WITH YOU; BE NOT DISMAYED, FOR
I AM YOUR GOD. I WILL STRENGTHEN YOU, YES, I WILL
HELP YOU, I WILL UPHOLD YOU WITH MY RIGHTEOUS
RIGHT HAND.
( ISAIAH 41:10 * NKJV )

Now we all get tired at times, and feel that we can't
possibly go on. When that happens remember that God's
power and strength never diminishes, and He is never to
tired or busy to help His Children. He is always there for us,
and: HE GIVES POWER TO THE WEAK, AND TO THOSE
WHO HAVE NO MIGHT HE INCREASES STRENGTH.
EVEN THE YOUNG MEN SHALL UTTERLY FALL, BUT
THOSE WHO WAIT ON THE LORD SHALL RENEW THEIR
STRENGTH; THEY SHALL MOUNT UP WITH WINGS OF
EAGLES, THEY SHALL RUN AND NOT BE WEARY,
THEY SHALL WALK AND NOT FAINT. ( ISAIAH 40:29-31 )

So, when you feel life's problems overwhelming
you, and you feel that you cannot go another step, don't
give up. Remember that you can count on God for added
strength, and remind yourself, I CAN DO ALL THINGS
THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME! Amen.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:13 )

Have a Wonderful Weekend my dear friend, and know
that you are always in my prayers!

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/20

A MAN'S WISDOM GIVES HIM PATIENCE; IT IS TO HIS
GLORY TO OVERLOOK AN OFFENCE.
( PROVERBS 19:11 * NIV )

Sometimes we may let the actions of another cause
us to lose control of our temper. Before we do, it is
important to remember that: AN ANGRY MAN STIRS UP
DISSENSION, AND A HOT-TEMPERED ONE
COMMITS MANY SINS. ( PROVERBS 29:22 ) FOR AS
CHURNING THE MILK PRODUCES BUTTER, AND AS
TWISTING THE NOSE PRODUCES BLOOD, SO
STIRRING UP ANGER PRODUCES STRIFE.
( PROVERBS 30:33 )

After all, MY DEAR BROTHERS, TAKE NOTE OF THIS:
EVERYONE SHOULD BE QUICK TO LISTEN, SLOW TO
SPEAK AND SLOW TO BECOME ANGRY, FOR MAN'S
ANGER DOES NOT BRING ABOUT THE RIGHTEOUS
LIFE THAT GOD DESIRES. ( JAMES 1:19-20 )

So the next time that someone treats you wrongly turn it
over to God to handle, and do not lose your temper or try
to get even with them. FOR WE KNOW HIM WHO SAID, "IT
IS MINE TO AVENGE; I WILL REPAY," AND AGAIN, "THE
LORD WILL JUDGE HIS PEOPLE." ( HEBREWS 10:30 )

Therefore, try your best to keep your words soft
and sweet. For we never know from day to day which words
we'll have to eat! Also remember: ABOVE ALL, LOVE EACH
OTHER DEEPLY, BECAUSE LOVE COVERS OVER A
MULTITUDE OF SINS. Amen ( 1 PETER 4:8 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/21

HE HAS GIVEN US THIS COMMAND: WHOEVER LOVES
GOD MUST ALSO LOVE HIS BROTHER.
( 1 JOHN 4:21 *NIV )

Our Savior Jesus Christ said: "A NEW COMMAND
I GIVE YOU: LOVE ONE ANOTHER. AS I HAVE LOVED
YOU, SO YOU MUST LOVE ONE ANOTHER."
( JOHN 13:34 )

So, OFFER HOSPITALITY TO ONE ANOTHER
WITHOUT GRUMBLING. EACH ONE SHOULD USE
WHATEVER GIFT HE HAS RECEIVED TO SERVE
OTHERS, FAITHFULLY ADMINISTRATING GOD'S GRACE
IN ITS VARIOUS FORMS. (1 PETER 4:9-10 )

Thus, IF ANYONE HAS MATERIAL POSSESSIONS
AND SEES HIS BROTHER IN NEED BUT HAS NO PITY ON
HIM, HOW CAN THE LOVE OF GOD BE IN HIM? DEAR
CHILDREN, LET US NOT LOVE WITH WORDS OR
TONGUE BUT WITH ACTIONS AND IN TRUTH. Now just,
SUPPOSE A BROTHER OR SISTER IS WITHOUT
CLOTHES AND DAILY FOOD. IF ONE OF YOU SAYS TO
HIM, "GO, I WISH YOU WELL; KEEP WARM AND WELL
FED," BUT DOES NOTHING ABOUT HIS PHYSICAL
NEEDS, WHAT GOOD IS IT? After all Jesus also said: "I
TELL YOU THE TRUTH, WHATEVER YOU DID FOR ONE
OF THE LEAST OF THESE BROTHERS OF MINE, YOU
DID FOR ME." ( 1 JOHN 3:17-18 ) ( JAMES 2:15-16 )
( MATTHEW 25:40 )

Therefore, LOVE MUST BE SINCERE. HATE WHAT IS
EVIL; CLING TO WHAT IS GOOD. BE DEVOTED TO ONE
ANOTHER IN BROTHERLY LOVE. HONOR ONE
ANOTHER ABOVE YOURSELVES. ( ROMANS 12:9-10 )
and God will Bless you for it! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/22

ASK AND IT WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU; SEEK, AND YOU
WILL FIND; KNOCK, AND IT WILL BE OPENED TO YOU.
( LUKE 11:9-10 *NKJV )

Those are the words of our Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus
also said: "IF YOU ABIDE IN ME, AND MY WORDS
ABIDE IN YOU, YOU WILL ASK WHAT YOU DESIRE,
AND IT SHALL BE DONE FOR YOU." ( JOHN 15:7 )

Now these verses do not mean that everything we
may ask for will be given to us, but do mean that if it is
God's Will for us it will happen! After all we may ask
for something that would hurt us in the end, for we
have no way of knowing the future.

So when you pray do not be afraid to ask God for
something that you desire, knowing that He who knows
all is looking out for you. For God has said: THEN YOU
WILL CALL UPON ME AND COME AND PRAY TO ME,
AND I WILL LISTEN TO YOU. YOU WILL SEEK ME AND
FIND ME WHEN YOU SEEK ME WITH ALL YOUR
HEART. ( JEREMIAH 29:12-13 )

Also do not think that God has abandoned you if a prayer
isn't answered the way you would like. After all, in time
you may look back on that prayer request and say, "Thank
goodness, God Didn't Answer That One!"

Therefore, never lose hope when you pray
for it is written: THE EFFECTIVE, FERVENT PRAYER OF
A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILS MUCH. ( JAMES 5:16 )
So; PRAY CONTINUALLY; GIVE THANKS IN ALL
CIRCUMSTANCES, FOR THIS IS GOD'S WILL FOR YOU
IN CHRIST JESUS. Amen. ( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:17-18 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/23

MAN DOES NOT LIVE BY BREAD ALONE; BUT MAN LIVES BY
EVERY WORD THAT PROCEEDS FROM THE MOUTH OF THE
LORD.
( DEUTERONOMY 8:3 *NKJV )

Just as we need bread to feed our human bodies, we need
the Word of God to feed our spiritual bodies as well.

Now it is written that Jesus Christ is the Word of God! For,
THE WORD BECAME FLESH AND DWELT AMONG US, AND
WE BEHELD HIS GLORY, THE GLORY AS OF THE ONLY
BEGOTTEN OF THE FATHER, FULL OF GRACE AND TRUTH.
( JOHN 1:14 )

It is also written that: JESUS SAID, "WHOEVER DRINKS
THIS WATER WILL THIRST AGAIN, BUT WHOEVER DRINKS
OF THE WATER THAT I SHALL GIVE HIM WILL NEVER
THIRST. BUT THE WATER THAT I SHALL GIVE HIM WILL
BECOME A FOUNTAIN OF WATER SPRINGING UP UNTO
EVERLASTING LIFE. ( JOHN 4:13-14 )

So, always keep your eyes on our Savoir Jesus
Christ. Always remembering that: JESUS SAID: "I AM THE
BREAD OF LIFE. HE WHO COMES TO ME SHALL NEVER
HUNGER, AND HE WHO BELIEVES IN ME SHALL NEVER
THIRST." ( JOHN 6:35 )

Now it is my hope that these messages provide your
Spiritual Body with a good breakfast each morning! If so, I
have accomplished the mission that God gave me to do.
Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/24

HE HAS MADE EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IN ITS TIME.
HE HAS ALSO SET ETERNITY IN THE HEARTS OF MEN;
YET THEY CANNOT FATHOM WHAT GOD HAS DONE
FROM THE BEGINNING TO END.
( ECCLESIASTES 3:11 *NIV )

Now that Spring is here, and Summer approaches,
we are surrounded with beauty indeed! Soon we will be
surrounded; WITH BEAUTIFUL LEAVES AND ABUNDANT
FRUIT, PROVIDING FOOD FOR ALL, GIVING SHELTER
TO THE BEASTS OF THE FIELD, AND HAVING NESTING
PLACES IN ITS BRANCHES FOR THE BIRDS OF THE AIR.
( DANIEL 4:21 )

So why not take a little time this week to enjoy the
beauty God has created for this time of year. For soon
the flowers will appear, and the Countryside will be filled with
colors of every shade. When that happens remember to
thank God for His beautiful creation called "Spring." Also:

Thank God for flowers of every hue
From baby-pink roses to plumbago blue.
The fragrance of jasmine enhances the night,
And each water lily is a pearly delight.

Magnolias by moonlight brings sweet memories
As springtime awakens the blossoming trees.
The common hibiscus brings uncommon joy,
And shy violets are bashful and coy.

Long-stemmed red roses are reasons to sing,
And the frost-covered crocus usher in Spring.
Lavender orchids decorate the prom,
And pastel carnations pay tribute to Mom.

Flowers bring comfort to pauper and king,
For one cannot measure the pleasure they bring,
From Easter-white lilies to plumbago blue
Thank God for flowers of every hue!
Poet, Clay Harrison

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/25

MAY YOUR UNFAILING LOVE REST UPON US, O LORD, EVEN
AS WE PUT OUR HOPE IN YOU.
( PSALM 33:22 *NIV )

God's love for each one of us is tremendous indeed! For
every child of His is very important to Him! So today I will share
with you something that one of our Sister's sent to me this week.
It speaks of God's Tremendous love for each of us.

To you,
If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.

If He had a wallet, your photo would be in it.

He sends you flowers every spring.

He sends you a sunrise every morning.

Whenever you want to talk, He listens.

He can live anywhere in the Universe, but He chose your heart.

Now God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without
sorrow, sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the
day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.

So face it, He is crazy about you!

Therefore let us; GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE
IS GOOD; HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER! Amen.
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:34 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/26

THE LORD IS NEAR TO ALL WHO CALL UPON HIM.
( PSALM 145:18 *NKJV )

Keeping with our Saturday tradition, I will share with you
a message that arrived this morning. It will be added to our
"Out of the Mouths of Babes" Collection. I hope that it will
reminder to you as it has to me.
_________________________

One day a 6 year old girl was sitting in a
classroom. The teacher was going to explain
evolution to the children. The teacher asked
a little boy: Tommy do you see the tree
outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

TEACHER: Tommy, do you see the grass
outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

TEACHER: Go outside and look up and see
if you can see the sky.

TOMMY: Okay. (He returned a few minutes
later) "Yes, I saw the sky."

TEACHER: Did you see God up there?

TOMMY: No.

TEACHER: That's my point. We can't see
God because he isn't there. Possibly he just
doesn't exist.

A little girl spoke up and wanted to ask the
boy some questions.

The teacher agreed and the little girl asked
the boy: Tommy, do you see the tree
outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy do you see the grass
outside?

TOMMY: Yessssss!

LITTLE GIRL: Did you see the sky?

TOMMY: Yessssss!

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy, do you see the
teacher?

TOMMY: Yes

LITTLE GIRL: Do you see her brain?

TOMMY: No

LITTLE GIRL: Then according to what we
were taught today in school, she possibly
may not even have one! Amen.

Well, there you have it. After all a Christian
must remember that," WE WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT"
Amen, Amen Indeed! ( 2 CORINTHIANS 5:7 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/27

MY DEAR CHILDREN, I WRITE THIS TO YOU SO THAT YOU
WILL NOT SIN. BUT IF ANYBODY DOES SIN, WE HAVE
ONE WHO SPEAKS TO THE FATHER IN OUR DEFENSE,
JESUS CHRIST THE RIGHTEOUS ONE. HE IS THE
ATONING SACRIFICE FOR OUR SINS, AND NOT ONLY
OURS BUT ALSO FOR THE SINS OF THE WHOLE WORLD.
( 1 JOHN 2:1-2 *NIV )

When we repent our sins, they are cleansed from the Book
of Life FOREVER, by the Blood of our Savior Jesus Christ.
For it is written: IN HIM WE HAVE REDEMPTION THROUGH
HIS BLOOD, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS, IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE RICHES OF GOD'S GRACE. ( EPHESIANS 1:7 )
FOR I WILL CLEANSE THEM FROM ALL THE SIN THEY HAVE
COMMITTED AGAINST ME AND WILL FORGIVE ALL THEIR
SINS OF REBELLION AGAINST ME. ( JEREMIAH 33:8 )

Now our sins are not only forgiven, they are forgotten as well!
For God has said: "I WILL FORGIVE THEIR WICKEDNESS AND
WILL REMEMBER THEIR SINS NO MORE." ( HEBREWS 8:12 )

So, never feel that you have done something that
God will not forgive you for, because there is only one
unforgivable sin. Our Savior said: "EVERYONE WHO SPEAKS
A WORD AGAINST THE SON OF MAN WILL BE FORGIVEN,
BUT ANYONE WHO BLASPHEMIES AGAINST THE HOLY
SPIRIT WILL NOT BE FORGIVEN." ( LUKE 12:10 ), and unless
you believe that satan created the World and is God, you can
not be guilty of that!

Therefore, never feel that God loves you less than before
because of something that you have done. Neither feel that
you have done something unforgivable either! After all God's
Love is unconditional and pure, and He loves you just as
much today, as the day you were born! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

4/28

THE LORD LIVES! PRAISE BE TO MY ROCK! EXALTED
BE GOD, THE ROCK, MY SAVIOR!
( 2 SAMUEL 22:47 *NIV )

God is indeed our "Rock." He is there for us in times of
trouble for: GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, AN
EVER-PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE. ( PSALM 46:1 )
For, THE LORD IS GOOD, A REFUGE IN TIMES OF
TROUBLE. HE CARES FOR THOSE WHO TRUST IN HIM.
( NAHUM 1:7 )

When we are fearful we can call on Him for: THIS IS
WHAT THE LORD SAYS--"FEAR NOT, FOR I HAVE
REDEEMED YOU; I HAVE SUMMONED YOU BY
NAME; YOU ARE MINE. WHEN YOU PASS
THROUGH THE WATERS, I WILL BE WITH YOU;
AND WHEN YOU PASS THROUGH THE RIVERS,
THEY WILL NOT SWEEP OVER YOU. WHEN YOU
WALK THROUGH THE FIRE, YOU WILL NOT BE
BURNED; THE FLAMES WILL NOT SET YOU ABLAZE.
( ISAIAH 43:1-2 )

When we slip and sin we can still be forgiven for: THE
LORD OUR GOD IS MERCIFUL AND FORGIVING,
EVEN THOUGH WE HAVE REBELLED AGAINST HIM.
( DANIEL 9:9 ) FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD IS A
MERCIFUL GOD; HE WILL NOT ABANDON OR DESTROY
YOU OR FORGET THE COVENANT WITH YOUR
FOREFATHERS, WHICH HE CONFIRMED TO THEM
BY OATH. ( DEUTERONOMY 4:31 )

So, turn your cares over to Him and: TRUST
IN THE LORD FOREVER, FOR THE LORD, THE LORD,
IS THE ROCK ETERNAL. Amen! ( ISAIAH 26:4 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

REST IN THE LORD, AND WAIT PATIENTLY FOR HIM.
( PSALM 37:7 *NKJV )


In this World today patience is hard to find. After all,
we have become accustomed to instant everything, from
T V dinners to instant mail via computer. Thus patience
has almost become a lost art today!

It is important to remember that patience is a virtue.
So whatever you try to accomplish, do it with hard work
and patience. For true accomplishments do not occur
easily or instantly! For it is written: DO NOT BECOME
SLUGGISH, BUT IMITATE THOSE WHO THROUGH
FAITH AND PATIENCE INHERIT THE PROMISES.
( HEBREWS 6:12 )

So Jan, always put your trust in the Lord, work hard,
and have patience. For the only place where "success"
comes before "work" is in Webster's Dictionary! Also
remember that through the patience of many a great man
or woman, truly wonderful things have been developed to
improve our lives today!

Therefore, MAY THE GOD OF PATIENCE AND
COMFORT GRANT YOU TO BE LIKE MINDED TOWARD
ONE ANOTHER, ACCORDING TO CHRIST JESUS, THAT
YOU MAY WITH ONE MIND AND ONE MOUTH GLORIFY
THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST.
And, MAY THE LORD DIRECT YOUR HEART INTO
THE LOVE OF GOD AND INTO THE PATIENCE OF
CHRIST, and may you have a great week as well.
Amen. ( ROMANS 15:5-6 ) & ( 2 THES 3:4-5 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

NO SERVANT CAN SERVE TWO MASTERS; FOR EITHER
HE WILL HATE THE ONE AND LOVE THE OTHER, OR ELSE
HE WILL BE LOYAL TO THE ONE AND DESPISE THE
OTHER. YOU CANNOT SERVE BOTH GOD AND *MAMMON.
["*Mammon" means money]
( LUKE 16:13 *NKJV )


This verse is not condemning those who love God and
are blessed by Him with Worldly possessions, after all God
wants His Children to prosper. For it is written: BELOVED,
I PRAY THAT YOU MAY PROSPER IN ALL THINGS AND
BE IN HEALTH, JUST AS YOUR SOUL PROSPERS.
( 3 JOHN 2 )

However this verse is a warning to us about the love
of money. For money can take God's place in our lives,
and even become our master if we are not careful! Further,
it is written: THE LOVE OF MONEY IS THE ROOT OF
ALL KINDS OF EVIL, FOR WHICH SOME HAVE
STRAYED FROM THE FAITH IN THEIR GREEDINESS,
AND PIERCED THEMSELVES THROUGH WITH MANY
SORROWS. ( 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 )

I'll bet that you know someone who is consumed by
the power of money, and will go to any length to get it.
Sadly for them the love of money becomes their
god and it is an empty god that can never bring them
peace, love, hope or faith. They spend their time
worrying about those who would take their assets from
them, and truly do not enjoy the real blessings of life!

enjoy the things your money can buy, but
also always remember the one who blessed you with it.
For it is through Him that all blessings flow! Amen!

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/1

YOU, O LORD, ARE A SHIELD FOR ME. MY GLORY AND
THE ONE WHO LIFTS UP MY HEAD.
( PSALM 3:3 *NKJV )

When your life becomes filled with anxiety and
confusion, and you become concerned about the events in
your life, turn to our Savior Jesus Christ! For He has said:
"THESE THINGS I HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN
ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE, IN THE WORLD YOU WILL
HAVE TRIBULATION; BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE
OVERCOME THE WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 )

After all Jesus' never abandons us, or leaves us to struggle
alone! For He has promised us: "I WILL NEVER LEAVE
YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU." SO WE MAY BOLDLY SAY:
THE LORD IS MY HELPER; I WILL NOT FEAR. WHAT
CAN MAN DO TO ME? ( HEBREWS 13:5 ) Therefore we
can always call on Him in even the most troublesome times,
for He is always with us!

After all: THE LORD WILL GUIDE YOU ALWAYS; HE
WILL SATISFY YOUR NEEDS IN A SUN-SCORCHED
LAND AND WILL STRENGTHEN YOUR FRAME. YOU
WILL BE LIKE A WELL-WATERED GARDEN, LIKE A
SPRING WHOSE WATERS NEVER FAIL.
( ISAIAH 58:11 )

Also remember that when confusion, worry and fear
enter your life, it is not from God but from satan. For
it is written that: GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF
CONFUSION BUT OF PEACE! ( 1 CORINTHIANS 14:33 )

So, BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN
EVERYTHING BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH
THANKSGIVING, LET YOUR REQUESTS BE KNOWN TO
GOD and let Him comfort, guide and direct you through
the troubling times in your life! Amen.
( PHILIPPIANS 4:6 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/2

BLESSED ARE THOSE WHOSE LAWLESS DEEDS ARE
FORGIVEN, AND WHOSE SINS ARE COVERED; BLESSED IS
THE MAN TO WHOM THE LORD SHALL NOT IMPUTE SIN.
( ROMANS 4:7-8 *NKJV )

The Apostle Paul once said: "FOR WHAT I DO IS NOT THE
GOOD I WANT TO DO; NO, THE EVIL I DO NOT WANT TO DO
--THIS I KEEP DOING. WHAT A WRETCHED MAN I AM!
WHO WILL RESCUE ME FROM THIS BODY OF DEATH?"
( ROMANS 7:19 & 24 ) After all, to remain sinless was a struggle
for him, as well as, the rest of the Apostle's! For sin has always
been a struggle for mankind ever since the days of Adam and Eve!

Therefore when we slip and sin it is very important to ask our
Heavenly Father to forgive us. For it is written: IF WE CONFESS
OUR SINS, HE IS FAITHFUL AND JUST AND WILL FORGIVE US
OUR SINS AND PURIFY US FROM ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS.
( 1 JOHN 1:9 ) Thus we become cleansed and forgiven from our
past sins, and that includes all of them!

After all it is written: "COME NOW, LET US REASON
TOGETHER," SAYS THE LORD. "THOUGH YOUR SINS ARE
LIKE SCARLET, THEY SHALL BE WHITE AS SNOW;
THOUGH THEY ARE RED AS CRIMSON, THEY SHALL BE
LIKE WOOL." ( ISAIAH 1:18 )

So, just be the very best person that you can be, and
if you slip and sin once in a while, do not think that God doesn't
love you anymore. For no one is perfect, however once there
was One, sinless and blameless, and filled with love, and they
Crucified Him.....

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/3

THE LORD WILL GUIDE YOU ALWAYS; HE WILL SATISFY YOUR
NEEDS IN A SUN-SCORCHED LAND AND WILL STRENGTHEN
YOUR FRAME. YOU WILL BECOME LIKE A WELL-WATERED
( GARDEN, ) LIKE A SPRING WHOSE WATERS NEVER FAIL.
( ISAIAH 58:11 *NIV )

Now that it is May it is time to start thinking about planting
a garden. So today I will share with you something that I
received this week. It is the type of garden that we may plant
anywhere or anytime of year. So I hope you will enjoy this
special garden so much that you will start planting one today!

PLANT THREE ROWS OF PEAS - FOR THE GARDEN OF
YOUR DAILY LIVING

1. PEACE OF MIND
2. PEACE OF HEART
3. PEACE OF SOUL

PLANT FOUR ROWS OF SQUASH:
1. Squash gossip
2. Squash indifference
3. Squash grumbling
4. Squash selfishness

PLANT FOUR ROWS OF LETTUCE:
1. Lettuce be faithful
2. Lettuce be kind
3. Lettuce be patient
4. Lettuce really love one another

Now NO GARDEN SHOULD BE WITHOUT TURNIPS - SO
PLANT 3 ROWS OF TURNIPS:
1. Turnip for meetings
2. Turnip for service
3. Turnip to help one another

FINALLY, YOUR GARDEN MUST HAVE THYME:
1. Thyme for each other
2. Thyme for family
3. Thyme for friends
4. Thyme for prayer

WATER FREELY WITH PATIENCE & CULTIVATE WITH LOVE.
THERE SHOULD BE MUCH FRUIT IN YOUR GARDEN, AFTER
ALL "WE REAP WHAT WE SOW." Therefore happy gardening. Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/4

THE WORD OF THE LORD ENDURES FOREVER.
( 1 PETER 1:25 *NKJV )

Have you ever noticed that the verses of each type of the Bible
are amazingly the same? Let us look at a few examples.

The American Standard Version:
"THERE IS AN APPOINTED TIME FOR EVERYTHING. AND
THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERY EVENT UNDER HEAVEN."
(ECCLESIASTIES 3:1)

The New King James Version:
"TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON, A TIME FOR
EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN." (ECC 3:1)

The New International Version:
"THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERYTHING, AND A SEASON FOR
EVERY ACTIVITY UNDER HEAVEN." (ECC 3:1)

This didn't happen by accident or even by a Miracle!
These and all Bibles are written from an Ancient Book that is
called the MASSORAH. The Hebrew Word MASSORAH
is from the root MASAR, meaning to deliver something into
the hands of another, and to commit it to His trust. Hence
the name is given to this writing, because it contains
information necessary to those whose trusts the Sacred Text
was committed so that they might transcribe it, and hand it
down correctly!

The Original Transcripts were written before the Massorites
were put in charge of it. There work under Ezra and Nehemiah,
was to set the text in order after the return from Babylon. (See
NEHEMIAH 8:8 & EZRA 7:6, 11) It took 110 years to complete
this Book.

The MASSORAH is often called a blueprint of the Holy Bible,
because it locked in all words and letters into place.

Needless to say you will not find a Massorah on sale at your
local Bible Store, and if you ask for one they probably will not
know what your talking about. There are very few copies of them
in the World today! You may view one at the British Museum
Library, or at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D. C.

There you have it! Another "Mystery of the Bible
Solved!" God Bless You, and have a great week! Amen.

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/5

BY THE GOD OF YOUR FATHER WHO WILL HELP YOU,
AND BY THE ALMIGHTY WHO WILL BLESS YOU WITH
BLESSINGS OF HEAVEN ABOVE.
( GENESIS 49:25 * NKJV )

God's many blessings continue to please us, so we
should do our best to please God as well!

We do that by obeying His Commandments and by
loving our neighbors as ourselves. For our Savior Jesus
Christ said, "YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD
WITH ALL YOUR HEART, WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND
WITH ALL YOUR MIND. THIS IS THE FIRST AND GREAT
COMMANDMENT. AND THE SECOND IS LIKE IT:
YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.
ON THESE TWO COMMANDMENTS HANG ALL THE
LAW AND THE PROPHETS." ( MATTHEW 22:39-40 )

So, do your best each day to live by God's
Commandments, and share your love with others so:
THAT YOU MAY WALK WORTHY OF THE LORD,
FULLY PLEASING HIM, BEING FRUITFUL IN EVERY
GOOD WORK AND INCREASING IN THE
KNOWLEDGE OF GOD. ( COLOSSIANS 1:10 )

Now when you do, His blessings will flow abundantly
to you! For it is even written that: WHEN A MAN'S
WAYS PLEASE THE LORD, HE MAKES EVEN HIS
ENEMIES TO BE A PEACE WITH HIM. Amen!
( PROVERBS 16:7 )

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

[admin]

5/6

YOU ARE MY LAMP, O LORD; THE LORD TURNS MY
DARKNESS INTO LIGHT!
( 2 SAMUEL 22:29 *NIV )

We have all experienced dark times in our lives. Times
when all hope seems gone, and we wonder how we will
ever make it through them. As Children of God, we always
have God's light to give us hope, and to strengthen us and
guide us out of the darkness! FOR THIS IS GOD, OUR
GOD FOREVER AND EVER; HE WILL BE OUR GUIDE
EVEN TO DEATH. ( PSALM 48:14 )

What a wonderful Heavenly Father He is indeed! Always
there with us no matter what happens! Also always blessing
us with His Love, Hope, Faith, Peace and Guidance. After all
it is written: I WILL INSTRUCT YOU AND TEACH YOU IN
THE WAY YOU SHOULD GO; I WILL GUIDE YOU WITH MY
EYE. ( PSALM 32:8 )

You see, those dark times actually strength