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This Monday Inspirational Blog was shared a year ago believing still suitable for this season, titled "SURFING THROUGH THE BLUES." When thinking about "SURFING" I'm sure like me the ocean becomes your initial thought. Life is like the ocean filled with waves of ups to downs, THE BLUES. Therefore this blog is presented as a metaphor that includes constructive waves, the potential hazards of destructive waves or tides while SURFING; maneuvers and strategies of SURFING and most importantly the Superiority of Christ while SURFING THROUGH THE BLUES of life. A Must Read!
Have you ever felt HOPELESS or wanted to give up? Well we are here to tell you there is HOPE FOR THE HOPELESS! This blog shares what drives and how to counteract HOPELESSNESS; acknowledges those facing greater life challenges; to count our blessing; and I share my moment of doubt and how God rescued me. This Inspiration Blog is taken from Nehemiah 1:1 through Chapter 2 which reveals Nehemiah's plight, the steps he took to get God's attention. How God heard, answered and Nehemiah's favor. All available for you and I today. A Must Read
Think about making you favorite meal or desert. The ingredients and seasonings must be right for the flavor, taste and look. You got to Stir it up, just right and know what and when to add. I'm not "The cook" but, know about taste. Therefore the Stirring has to be right to avoid lumps, poor mixing-poor tasting, the batter flops and the presentation is ugly! We know what happens after that. I remember when the family stopped me from bringing potato salad to gatherings. Therefore blog titled, STIR ME UP is taken from Ezra 1:1 "Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah might be fulfilled, the LORD Stirred up the spirit-heart of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and put it also in writing." This blog talks about the prophesy to Stir up the spirit, the heart of Cyrus was declared by the Prophet Isaiah 150 years prior to Cyrus' birth-God's plan and more. A Must Read!
Welcome to this Monday Inspirational Message Blog titled, REVIVE ME O LORD. A Revival took place in the land of Judah under the reign of King Hezekiah. He did what was right in the sight of God by reopening the LORD'S HOUSE, took the filthiness out of the holy place and more. The blog shares the collective state of Revival. Yet it was not lasting. After King Hezekiah died, his wicked son took over the throne and Judah returned to its pagan lifestyle. In talking about REVIVE ME-a personal preparation phase, the plight of David that took him to a place of humility. A desperate prayer for forgiveness and restoration. Psalm 51:10 "Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me." The meaning of David's prayer is shared, its inspiration and a way of recovery for today's believers that desperately seek the LORD for forgiveness, restoration, presence and more.
Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog titled, MINISTRY UPS & DOWNS. Life itself is filled with ups & downs. Therefore the lives of people impacts the family, the church which is the body of Christ, as well as, personal ministries. Therefore our attention is on the Prophet Elijah, known as the "Fiery whirlwind prophet." Yet he experienced wavering faith and depression. Similar to many in the body of Christ. We will also show the relevance of Elijah's experiences in the body of Christ which includes his mighty works, victories for the LORD, his comfort, restoration, the impact of Home MINISTRY, its relation to Church MINISTRY and more. The primary scriptures are 1Kings Chapters 17-19. A Must Read
Welcome to this Monday Morning Inspirational Blog. We are reminded life is filled with the "Bitter and the sweet" which more than often presents uncomfortable and overwhelming events in our lives. This leads to the unimaginable events that took place in the Second Book of Samuel 15:1-Chapter 19. This hurtful event was Absalom's scheme to overtake, dethrone his father, King David's rule over Israel. David's immediate action was to escape from the hands of his son. Therefore a massive exodus from Jerusalem into the wilderness that consisted of David and mostly all the people. In the people's travel there was a loud cry of weeping. In the wilderness, the David that we know-the prayer warrior, worshipper and more "Came to himself. The title of this Blog is SURRENDER" which shares the meaning of SURRENDER, the various events encountered, how this battle was not David's, but the LORD'S and insight for us on coping with life "Bitterness."
Welcome to this Morning Blog Inspirational Message "GOD'S UNFAILING LOVE." We share Israel's plight in Judges, they promised "To serve the LORD and His voice will we obey." Well that didn't last too long and eventually Israel went into captivity while living in the land "Filled with milk and honey." Yet GOD'S UNFAILING LOVE came to their rescue. We examine "GOD'S UNFAILING LOVE" for today's believers, despite our disobedience the LORD sees us as His "Perfect Workmanship." We share and identify how to grow from babes in Christ to maturity, the application of God's Spirit of wisdom, His heart of love as well as the rest of His Fruits of the Spirit with supporting scriptures of "GOD'S UNFAILING LOVE" A must read!
Welcome to this Monday Morning Blog Inspirational Message "GOD COMMISSIONS" includes Joshua received the Spirit of wisdom when Moses laid his hands upon him (Joshua); how the laying on of hands fills today's believers with the Spirit of wisdom; more on what wisdom symbolizes; how to obtain wisdom for those lacking; GOD COMMISSION Joshua to take Israel into the Promised Land and lead the people; little by little; how GOD COMMISSIONS believers to serve Him in various ways that includes spiritual, personal and community opportunities; requirements for "Prosperous and good success;" as well as, how to walk and live in the way of the LORD. A must read!
Welcome to this Monday Morning Blog Inspirational Message "NO LONGER BOUND," This lesson is found in the Book of Numbers. We speak about Israel's "Wilderness wandering" experiences. Their struggles to trust God, despite He rescued them from bondage, continued provisions in the wilderness, guidance, God's readiness for Israel to take part in possession of the promised land filled with milk and honey as well as Israel's seemingly "Panic attack," and rebellion. We examine believers' "Wilderness wandering" experiences, note in the presence of the LORD and finally the meaning of NO LONGER BOUND. A must read.
Welcome to this Monday Morning Blog Inspirational Message "HOLINESS," The key word of Leviticus occurring 87 times. HOLINESS, a big deal that is commanded by God. This blog acknowledges Israel remains the redeemed (rescued) children of God-His chosen people regardless of what we see happening in the world. Their family blood-line includes King David's seed Jesus/Yeshua, the Savior of the world to come. This blog notes Israel's deliverance, explores their journey through the wilderness and mandates from God to a "New way of life." Then recognizing the best "New way of life" as a "Born again" believer of the New Testament teachings built on Jesus/Yeshua, the Rock of our salvation.
