LOVE IS

                                                                                 

It is so clearly stated in the Scriptures what LOVE IS,  it’s Character, description and qualities.  Below are a number of verses about love from the HOLY Bible:

“Herein is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and His love is perfected in us. Hereby we know that we dwell in Him and He in us: because He hath given us of His Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Savior of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God.And we have known and believed the love that God hath for us. God is love, and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.”   1John 4:10-16 KJ21 version

“And this is love: that we walk according to His commandments. This is the commandment, that, as ye have heard from the beginning, ye should walk in it.”   2 John 1:6 KJ21 version

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away. So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4-8,13 ESV

“The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, “Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love; therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.”  Jeremiah 31:3 KJ21 version

“Many waters cannot quench love, rivers cannot sweep it away. If one were to give all the wealth of one’s house for love, it would utterly be scorned.”  Song of Solomon 8:7 NIV

“Hatred stirreth up strifes, but love covereth all sins.” Proverbs 10:12 KJ21 version

“A new commandment I give unto you: that ye love one another, as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are My disciples: if ye have love one for another.”  John 13: 34-35 KJ21 version

“As the Father hath loved Me, so have I loved you. Continue ye in My love. If ye keep My commandments, ye shall abide in My love, even as I have kept My Father’s commandments, and abide in His love.” John 15:9-10 KJ21 version

Dear friends, these are just a few Scriptures covering Love.  Remember Love is pure, unselfish.  IT IS GOD, WHO desires to live in you, so that GOD in you can do what HE wants done.  That is to LOVE others as HE has Loved you. HIS sacrifice was done for All to come to the knowledge of JESUS CHRIST, THE LOVE poured out on the cross of Calvary for every single human being. Every sin, burden, grief, pain, addiction, hurt, bondage from Adam to eternity.

Take just a moment today and reflect on HIM. Thank HIM for WHO HE IS and for LOVING us so much.  Cast your cares upon HIM because HE cares for you.  Ask HIM to come into your heart to be the LORD of your life.  He will bring you peace and lead you from Glory to Glory. He does not expect you to get yourself right before HE accepts you.  HE came for the sick and broken, those rejected and alone.  Whatever your need, HE IS the answer.  Humble yourself before HIM and ask HIM for help.  Ask for HIS forgiveness for all your sins, HE IS Faithful and JUST to forgive and to remember those no more.  And every time we fall or fail again, ask again and HE forgives. JESUS bore it ALL for us all.

GOD Bless you.

Be changed forever in  JESUS NAME.

GOD LOVES YOU

And so do I

We  Are Winners!!

We are winners because JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD has brought victory to All who will accept the gift HE has given.  HE left HIS heavenly home and took the form of man through a Virgin birth. HE came  through a willing , GOD fearing and believing vessel, Mary.  HE was slightly preceeded by HIS cousin John the Baptist, born to a 60 -90 year old barren woman whose husband didn’t initially believe and was mute until the childs birth.

Read : “There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.But they had no child, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well advanced in years. So it was, that while he was serving as priest before God in the order of his division, according to the custom of the priesthood, his lot fell to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord. And the whole multitude of the people was praying outside at the hour of incense. Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing on the right side of the altar of incense. And when Zacharias saw him, he was troubled, and fear fell upon him. But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zacharias, for your prayer is heard; and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John. And you will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth.For he will be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink. He will also be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother’s womb. And he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. He will also go before Him in the spirit and power of Elijah, ‘to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children,’ and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.”And Zacharias said to the angel, “How shall I know this? For I am an old man, and my wife is well advanced in years.” And the angel answered and said to him, “I am Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God, and was sent to speak to you and bring you these glad tidings. But behold, you will be mute and not able to speak until the day these things take place, because you did not believe my words which will be fulfilled in their own time.”And the people waited for Zacharias, and marveled that he lingered so long in the temple. But when he came out, he could not speak to them; and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple, for he beckoned to them and remained speechless. So it was, as soon as the days of his service were completed, that he departed to his own house. Now after those days his wife Elizabeth conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying, “Thus the Lord has dealt with me, in the days when He looked on me, to take away my reproach among people. ”Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women! ”But when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered what manner of greeting this was. Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus. He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there will be no end. ”Then Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I do not know a man?”And the angel answered and said to her, “ The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God. Now indeed, Elizabeth your relative has also conceived a son in her old age; and this is now the sixth month for her who was called barren. For with God nothing will be impossible. ”Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. Now Mary arose in those days and went into the hill country with haste, to a city of Judah,and entered the house of Zacharias and greeted Elizabeth.And it happened, when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, that the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. Then she spoke out with a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! But why is this granted to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For indeed, as soon as the voice of your greeting sounded in my ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of those things which were told her from the Lord. ”Now Elizabeth’s full time came for her to be delivered, and she brought forth a son. When her neighbors and relatives heard how the Lord had shown great mercy to her, they rejoiced with her. So it was, on the eighth day, that they came to circumcise the child; and they would have called him by the name of his father, Zacharias. His mother answered and said, “No; he shall be called John.” But they said to her, “There is no one among your relatives who is called by this name. ”So they made signs to his father—what he would have him called. And he asked for a writing tablet, and wrote, saying, “His name is John.” So they all marveled.Immediately his mouth was opened and his tongue loosed, and he spoke, praising God. Then fear came on all who dwelt around them; and all these sayings were discussed throughout all the hill country of Judea. And all those who heard them  kept them in their hearts, saying, “What kind of child will this be?” And the hand of the Lord was with him. “- Luke 1:5-45,57-66 NKJV

We are created in the image of GOD. A special creation who had authority over the earth.  We are the apple of HIS eye. Adam and Eve gave that authority to Satan by sinning and not obeying GOD’S WORD in the garden.   JESUS gave it all for us to be restored to GOD.  HE endured terrible punishment for this to be completed.  HE payed the price for the sin of humanity.  HE was sinless but yet bore the sin of all, the sickness, disease, shame  and all griefs. Ressurected of GOD the FATHER. The authority given back to us as children of GOD.   No other way to heaven except through HIM.  All Glory to HIS NAME FOREVER AND EVER.  Hallelulia.

JESUS brought us victory over the world realm, which the Prince of darkness operates; that is Satan. Guess what .  JESUS won us back to Rightful standing with the FATHER.  HE brought us forgiveness of Adams sin and every sin that we encounter thereafter.  We must just ask HIM to be LORD of our life and forgive us of our sins.  The WORD says then we shall be saved.  It doesn’t end there.  We must fight the fight of faith.  The devil will continue to try to convince us we are losers, sinners , that we are missing the joys of life, etc.  He is a liar and king of lies.  HE wants to steal, kill and destroy us all .  HE knows HE IS defeated and misery likes company in hell.
Guess what.  Don’t fall for those lies.  HE has no power over us anymore as a Child of GOD.  HE must obey us because JESUS won us the victory.  We have the authority of CHRIST JESUS  because HE lives in us after we give our hearts to HIM.  The Bible says: Greater IS HE WHO dwells in us than he that is in the world”

Also read : “What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect?  It is God who justifies. Who is he who condemns? It is Christ who died, and furthermore is also risen, who is even at the right hand of God, who also makes intercession for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written: “For Your sake we are killed all day long; We are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. ”Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 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 created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ “Romans 8:31 NKJV

The victory is ours. Stand on the WORD of GOD.  Know WHO HE IS and that HE dwells in us.  HIS NAME IS above all names and one day every knee shall bow and confess that HE IS LORD.  Don’t wait,  for even Satan’s knee will bend and hell is reserved for him and everyone HE can bring with HIM.  Confess JESUS as LORD, ask HIM into your heart and repent of all your sins.  You will be a new creature .  Take HIS WORD and follow HIS leading. Stand on HIS PROMISES and see HIS LOVE and POWER operate in your life.  HE will bring you through all things in this world as winners.  Even Christians go through things but HE is with us and will show HIS LOVE and POWER in our outcome.  Stand in Faith and Be Blessed in JESUS NAME. Amen

Right time, Right now.

Right time, right now. There is no better time than right now to take a step toward GOD’S Love.

Deception and distraction from the enemy of our soul will keep us away from knowledge of GOD’S LOVE and who we are in HIS LOVE. But once you realize the trick of the enemy and the gift that JESUS bought us, it is over for him(satan). He will still try his tricks but he has no power over us accept what we allow him. We have been restored to right standing with GOD when we ask HIM to forgive us of all our sins and be the LORD of our lives. JESUS has taken the authority back for us that Adam gave to satan by disobeying GOD, JESUS death and Resurrection secured our future and restored our authority in CHRIST JESUS. He has given us our authority back as he had given Adam before the fall. The enemy fooled Adam then and he will try to fool us now. The only power he has is what we give him. Know who you are in CHRIST. HIS WORD reminds us of all HIS PROMISES. Read and see WHO HE IS and who we are. The BIBLE tells us clearly. It is our handbook for life.

Yes, it all changes in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye. We realize how Loved we are. We realize how foolish it was to have waited so long.

HE has carried our sins, sickness, shame, sorrow and other bad things on HIMSELF on that rugged cross.

HE did it to restore us as Children of GOD!!

“In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” – 1 John 4:9-10 NKJV

“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world— our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.” 1 John 5:4-5 NKJV

“And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an understanding, that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen.” 1 John 5:20-21 NKJV

GOD has done all HE needs to, now it is our choice.

Make the greatest decision you can ever make today. Don’t put it off. Today is the day of your Salvation.

Thank YOU JESUS!! FATHER GOD, we worship and thank YOU, now and forever, Amen.

Be Blessed and secure. Prosper and be in full Peace. HOLY SPIRIT teach and guide us in All truth in JESUS NAME. Amen.

YOU are Good!

The LORD IS GOOD and Greatly to be praised. Amen. HE IS an ever present help in time of trouble. HE keeps HIS people in perfect peace who keep their eyes on HIM. HE IS a Good, Good FATHER. HE knows how to give good gifts to HIS children. HE has given us HIS SPIRIT. That was possible because HE gave HIS Only Begotten SON that Whosoever believe in HIM and confess HIM as LORD shall have everlasting life.

JESUS IS the reason for every season. HE gave it all for each and every one who will accept the gift of eternal life. HIS LOVE IS indescribable and undeniable.

Remember, there is an enemy that is trying to deceive and destroy us. GOD gave us authority as HIS children over him. It takes Wisdom from GOD and strength from HIS WORD so that we can boldly speak and command satan to leave and to be silent. Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your understanding, acknowledge HIM in all your ways and HE shall direct your path.

HE brings us through all things. Don’t forget to ask HIM and always remember to praise HIM, for HE IS Truly worthy. Just look at HIS broken and abused body on that cross. Torture at the hands of the Romans. HE Loves you!

Romans 12:2 “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of GOD IS, that which is good, acceptable and perfect.”

Psalm 86:5 “For YOU, LORD, are Good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in LOVING kindness to All who call upon YOU.”

Psalm 34:8 “O taste and see that the LORD IS GOOD. How Blessed is the man who takes refuge in HIM.”

Psalm107:1 “Give thanks to the LORD , for HE IS Good, HIS LOVE Endures Forever.”

Be Blessed,saved, healed, delivered, filled, full of PEACE, renewed in mind, full of GOD’S joy, BLESSED going and coming, in the country or in the city, full of Love from HIM and for yourself as HE loves us and full of Love for all humanity in JESUS NAME. Amen

Chosen of GOD.

“According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will” Ephesians 1:4-5

You are chosen of GOD, don’t be fooled by thoughts contrary to your knowledge of the truth.

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them” Ephesians 2:10

HE has chosen you for the unique purpose that HE has placed in you to achieve. That is Kingdom work. No matter where you are or how large or small a role you feel like it is, it is Huge to HIM. Love and Obey, there is no other way.

And yes, HE Loved us to death, even death on a cross! So NEVER question HIS Heart or Love for you. We are HIS PRIZED CREATION.

“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.” Genesis 1:27

“Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you” John 15:16

“He proved it by choosing you from the beginning for salvation through the Spirit, who set you apart for holiness, and through your belief in the truth.To this end he handpicked you for salvation through the gospel so that you would have the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 2Thessalonians 2:13b -14

Take charge of your tomorrow by placing your heart on and in HIM. Use your voice in aligmnent with HIS WORD.

HE will bring you through all things and it is HIS good pleasure to bless you. No matter what trials that you may encounter, stay the course of faith.

“The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17

The HOLY SPIRIT will remind you and HIS HAND will guide you! HIS Arm and Hand IS real. I already knew that by faith, yet I have seen it with my own eyes. It was revealed to me as a testimony to many. It is explained in my first blog post.

HE IS Real. HE IS for you. HE holds a place for those that receive HIS Love. HE IS our Healer, our deliverer, our shield and our protector. HE IS everything that we can ever imagine.

Remember, there is an enemy of our soul and he is real too. HE has been defeated at Calvary for us by Our LORD JESUS CHRIST. Don’t fall prey to doubts, questions. confusion or distractions. That is not of GOD. Ascert your authority in CHRIST JESUS and move forward.

It is a fact that every knee shall bow and every mouth confess in heaven , earth and in hell that JESUS CHRIST IS LORD.

Let today be that day by choice and live.

“For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.” John 3:17

Be forever changed by Love received and life forevermore in JESUS NAME. Amen.

The Strong LORD!

The LORD GOD ALMIGHTY IS a Strong GOD , today and through the ages.  You Don’t have to read very far in the HOLY BIBLE to realize that.  

HE revealed HIS STRONG RIGHT ARM to me almost 45 years ago when HE saved me from sure death on a highway.  You can read my first post to see what happened or you can listen to my youtube video when I explain it.   https://youtu.be/0dMLFJVD89g

I want to use a Psalm to bring some points out that spoke to my heart today.  The verses are from Psalm 89.  “For who in the heavens can be compared to the Lord?  Who among the sons of the mighty can be likened to the Lord?  O Lord God of hosts, Who is mighty like You, O Lord?  Your faithfulness also surrounds You.  You rule the raging of the sea; When its waves rise, You still them.  You have broken Rahab in pieces, as one who is slain;  You have scattered Your enemies with Your mighty arm.  The heavens are Yours, the earth also is Yours;  The world and all its fullness, You have founded them.  The north and the south, You have created them;  Tabor and Hermon rejoice in Your name.  You have a mighty arm;   Strong is Your hand, and high is Your right hand. ”  Psalm 89:6,8-13  NKJV

There is NO doubt that GOD revealed HIS ARM to King David and the people in the Old Testament times.  It is mentioned time and time again for a reason.  HE IS A MIGHTY and Wondrous GOD.  All Power IS HIS.  HE created heaven and earth and everything that exists.  HE IS Full of Mercy and Truth.  HE IS HOLY and Faithful.  HE  IS for us and not against us. 

Let’s read in Psalm 89.  “If his sons forsake My law And do not walk in My judgments, If they break My statutes And do not keep My commandments, Then I will punish their transgression with the rod, And their iniquity with stripes.  Nevertheless My lovingkindness I will not utterly take from him, Nor allow My faithfulness to fail.  My covenant I will not break, Nor alter the word that has gone out of My lips.  Once I have sworn by My holiness;  I will not lie to David:  His seed shall endure forever, And his throne as the sun before Me;  It shall be established forever like the moon, Even like the faithful witness in the sky.”  Selah 

 You see in these verses  GOD’S Promises to David and HIS descendants.  HE would show Mercy and Faithfulness even if they mess up and will restore them again. 

“But You have cast off and abhorred, been furious with Your anointed.  You have renounced the covenant of Your servant;  You have profaned his crown by casting it to the ground.  You have broken down all his hedges;  You have brought his strongholds to ruin. All who pass by the way plunder him;  He is a reproach to his neighbors.  You have exalted the right hand of his adversaries;  You have made all his enemies rejoice.  You have also turned back the edge of his sword, And have not sustained him in the battle.  You have made his glory cease, And cast his throne down to the ground.  The days of his youth You have shortened;  You have covered him with shame.  Selah  How long, Lord?   Will You hide Yourself forever?   Will Your wrath burn like fire?  Remember how short my time is;  For what futility have You created all the children of men?  What man can live and not see death?  Can he deliver his life from the power of the grave?   Selah  Lord, where are Your former lovingkindnesses, Which You swore to David in Your truth?  Remember, Lord, the reproach of Your servants— How I bear in my bosom the reproach of all the many peoples, With which Your enemies have reproached, O Lord, With which they have reproached the footsteps of Your anointed.  Blessed be the Lord forevermore!  Amen and Amen. “Psalm 89:30-52  NKJV

  We  see where without cause David felt like he was abandoned and was in misery.  HE was telling GOD how he felt, and that is ok.  However, after he speaks to GOD with the conditions HE IS in, HE Blesses HIS NAME for HE knows HE IS with HIM and for him.  This is much like Job, who without cause was under severe conditions and loss yet HE states : “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.  Even so, I will defend my own ways before Him.”  Job 13:15 NKJV   There is an important lesson for us all here.  That being said, it is not always easy.  But remember GOD’S CHARACTER, HIS PROMISES, HIS FAITHFULNESS,  LOVE  and POWER.   HE IS Always for us when we trust and believe.  HE wants us to humbly love and obey.  HE IS always willing to forgive and restore when we know we have fallen short. And remember when we haven’t fallen short circumstances can be difficult.  Stand on HIS PROMISES, STAND!

Remember, Job was putting HIS trust in GOD because he knew GOD’S Character.  King David was also trusting GOD because he knew HIS Character.  HIS WORD IS WHO HE IS.  Though the world pass away, HIS WORD Will remain.  The testimonies of the saints of old as well as those today also give indication of HIS LOVE, FAITHFULNESS and CHARACTER. 

So in this season let us remember JESUS CHRIST!! WHO came as a Child,  endured the cross for our Forgiveness,  Salvation and healing.  All that HE has done in bringing Victory on our behalf shows the LOVING GOD that we profess and confess as LORD.  BLESSED BE THE NAME OF THE LORD, BLESSED BE HIS NAME FOREVER AND EVER. AMEN

True Strength, True LOVE, True Endurance!

Let us meditate on how we may fret, worry or pity ourselves when we anticipate a challenge or a conflict.  

When we do, we should remember that JESUS OUR LORD knew exactly what was going to happen to HIM and what HE must endure for our redemption.  In the garden, HE meditated upon it.  HE knew that HE would be stripped, beaten to the bone, humiliated, and that spikes would be driven through HIS wrists and feet and that HE would hang until death.  And before HIS last breath, HE asked the FATHER to forgive those that did it.  

HE decided after the fall of man that HE would endure this punishment and death  for HIS creation and for our redemption.  Undeniable LOVE for us revealed.  Is there any question left regarding HIS Love for us??  

HE made HIS mind up that HE would endure with strength and Love for our redemption.  HE took the punishment for our forgiveness of sin, our healing and our restoration of authority as an adopted child of GOD and forgave those who came against HIM. 

So when we feel pity for ourselves or selfish thoughts , let us remember HIS example.  It was a great price paid for our redemption.  An example of LOVE and forgiveness.   

So when we are tested.  Don’t be a whimp.  Do what is right in HIS sight, give Praise to our GOD, forgive as HE forgave, Stand as a blood bought child of the KING.

We have more to be thankful for than our minds can grasp.  

DON’T DENY HIS LOVE FOR US!

The price paid for us is beyond our imaginations.

Thank YOU JESUS, for YOU ARE the True Redeemer, Creator, SON of the ALMIGHTY, Lion of Judah, the Lamb of GOD, King of Kings and Prince of Peace.  I thank YOU LORD for the LOVE that YOU have for everyone.

I pray that all would come to the knowledge of YOUR LOVE and Victory that YOU bought for us.  In JESUS NAME. AMEN. 

“Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? For he grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground; he had no form or majesty that we should look at him, and no beauty that we should desire him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth. By oppression and judgment he was taken away; and as for his generation, who considered that he was cut off out of the land of the living, stricken for the transgression of my people? And they made his grave with the wicked and with a rich man in his death, although he had done no violence, and there was no deceit in his mouth. Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him; he has put him to grief; when his soul makes an offering for guilt, he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days; the will of the Lord shall prosper in his hand. Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities. Therefore I will divide him a portion with the many, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong, because he poured out his soul to death and was numbered with the transgressors; yet he bore the sin of many, and makes intercession for the transgressors.”     Isaiah 53:1‭-‬12 ESV

My HELP and HELPER.

My HELP comes from the LORD, WHO IS the FATHER of Light, In WHOM IS no variance.

We all go through times of challenge, trial, or trouble, however, the story does not end there.

In Psalm 56, King David proclaims: ” As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me.”  Psalms 55:16‭ KJV

This should be the action of every single Christian (Little Christ).  David was crying out to GOD and also proclaiming GOD’S Promises.  There lies the example and the Power. 

In Psalm 56, the Bible reads: “Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice.”  Psalm 55:17 KJV

Again, prayer and proclamation.  This was King David’s  way of life.  His Power source was GOD.  POWER releasing by HIS proclaimed promises and truth of GOD in Faith.

Our way of life as a Christian should be a witness to others.  This means as you speak GOD’S Promises, not only your Faith shows but also GOD’S Peace, POWER and Love.  

For the Bible states we cannot please HIM without Faith.  Hebrews 11 explains: ” But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”  Hebrews 11:6 KJV  

Believe and confess!  HE IS Faithful and True to Accomplish HIS WORD.

In addition, we must remember HIS Great Promise – HIS HOLY SPIRIT!! 

In the Gospels, the WORD explains that after JESUS’ Ressurection that HE appeared to many and spent time with HIS Disciples.  JESUS gave a command to HIS disciples to stay in Jeruselem, and wait and pray until the Promise of the HOLY SPIRIT IS Fulfilled.  Acts 1, verses 3- 5  reads: “To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God:  And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me.   For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence.”   Acts 1:3‭-‬5 KJV

Verse 8 reads: “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.  Acts 1:8 KJV

This Power IS ALIVE in us as a witness to others, both in WORD, in Miracles and in Action.  By Faith, by Testimony, by Spoken Word in accordance with GOD’S PROMISES.  

A life of PEACE, POWER, and GOD’S Authority in and through the death and Ressurection POWER of CHRIST JESUS is for All Chistians (Little Christs).  

All Praise and Power unto HIS GREAT NAME!!  

Thank YOU FATHER GOD for sending YOUR Only Begotten SON, JESUS to restore us unto right standing and Authority in YOU.  

YOU ARE a GOOD, GOOD FATHER and I Worship and thank YOU in JESUS NAME.  Amen

Reputation.

In the Gospel of John, Chapter 7, JESUS goes to the Passover Feast without HIS disciples, as to be less visible because the religious leaders sought to kill HIM before the appointed time.  When HE arrived, HE heard much murmuring and discussion on how HE  could or couldn’t be the MESSIAH in whom they were waiting for.  Some said,  HE IS the MESSIAH  because of the powerful teachings and miracles that HE brought.  Others said, HE has a devil, or they knew his father and mother, some said HE is from Galilee and that nothing good comes out of there.

You get the idea.  Prejudice, preconceived notions and judgments overshadowing the truth.

It is human nature, but by our seeking GOD, we can be led by HIS SPIRIT, and know the truth.  Look at John the Baptist.  He knew as soon as his eyes saw JESUS, that HE was the MESSIAH.   

When we are a born again child of the Living GOD, we should seek to be led by HIS SPIRIT, and overcome our human flaws of carnal judements and preconceived notions about situations  and people.  After all, GOD knows our thoughts and judgements and would rather us choose discernment regarding matters and people instead of judgement. For HE only is the Only True Judge.

“So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me.  If anyone’s will is to do God’s will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority.”  John 7:16‭-‬17 ESV

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”  John 8:12‭ ESV

“Jesus responded, “Just because I am the one making these claims doesn’t mean they’re invalid.  For I absolutely know who I am , where I’ve come from, and where I’m going. But you Pharisees have no idea about what I’m saying.  For you’ve set yourselves up as judges of others based on outward appearances, but I certainly never judge others in that way.  For I discern the truth. And I am not alone in my judgments, for my Father and I have the same understanding in all things, and he has sent me to you.”  John 8:14‭-‬16 TPT

“Jesus answered, “I do not have a demon, but I honor my Father, and you dishonor me.  Yet I do not seek my own glory; there is One who seeks it, and he is the judge.”  John 8:49‭-‬50 ESV
“I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me.  If I alone bear witness about myself, my testimony is not true.  There is another who bears witness about me, and I know that the testimony that he bears about me is true.  Not that the testimony that I receive is from man, but I say these things so that you may be saved.  John 5:30‭-‬32‭, ‬34 ESV

“These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:   As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.   And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.”  John 17:1‭-‬3 KJV

Be Blessed, known in HIM, Filled and in Love with HIM in JESUS NAME. Amen

Choice and Duty.

 There are many examples in Scriptures about servanthood and choice.  JESUS HIMSELF spoke frequently of this as well.

In my opinion, this is also true in a few areas of our society.   Choice:  to be an American, Duty: Honor your country and flag.  Choice: military service, Duty: servanthood to the mission and your comrads without compromise until the mission is completed or your tour of duty completed. Choice: Christianity, Duty: Love  the LORD your GOD with all your heart , mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself.  

JESUS chose to come to the earth and endure unthinkable torture and death to redeem (purchase)  us back to right standing with GOD. HE took the form of man and made HIMSELF a servant to humanity.  HE made it HIS duty to Love us to the point of death on a cross.  After which HE was Resurrected to life and exalted of the FATHER, being seated at HIS Right Hand.  HE completed the task that HE freely accepted, bringing forgiveness of sins and eternal life to all who will receive.   

Now then , it is our choice to choose.  Life or death is now in our choosing.  

When we choose life, it is now our duty to serve GOD in obedience and in servanthood to HIM and our fellow man through JESUS’ example and the HOLY SCRIPTURES.  We have a map, resource and example of GOD’S Will, Nature and Instruction for all necessity in this life.  

Please enjoy the following Truths in Scripture that go along with the above discussion.  It reminds me that humility, and choice leads to life everlasting and duty to serve our GOD and fellow man in Love and Truth.

“Jesus, knowing their thoughts, called them to his side and said, “Kings and those with great authority in this world rule oppressively over their subjects, like tyrants.  But this is not your calling. You will lead by a completely different model. The greatest one among you will live as the one who is called to serve others,  because the greatest honor and authority is reserved for the one with the heart of a servant.  For even the Son of Man did not come expecting to be served by everyone, but to serve everyone, and to give his life in exchange for the salvation of many.”  Matthew 20:25‭-‬28 TPT
“Jesus continued, “After a servant has finished his work in the field or with the livestock, he doesn’t immediately sit down to relax and eat. No, a true servant prepares the food for his master and makes sure his master is served his meal before he sits down to eat his own.  Does the true servant expect to be thanked for doing what is required of him?  So learn this lesson: After doing all that is commanded of you, simply say, ‘We are mere servants, undeserving of special praise, for we are just doing what is expected of us and fulfilling our duties.” Luke 17:7‭-‬10 TPT
“After washing their feet, he put his robe on and returned to his place at the table. “Do you understand what I just did?” Jesus said. “You’ve called me your teacher and Lord, and you’re right, for that’s who I am.  So if I’m your teacher and Lord and have just washed your dirty feet, then you should follow the example that I’ve set for you and wash one another’s dirty feet. Now do for each other what I have just done for you.  I speak to you timeless truth: a servant is not superior to his master, and an apostle is never greater than the one who sent him.  So now put into practice what I have done for you, and you will experience a life of happiness enriched with untold blessings!”   John 13:12‭-‬17 TPT

“He existed in the form of God, yet he gave no thought to seizing equality with God as his supreme prize. Instead he emptied himself of his outward glory by reducing himself to the form of a lowly servant. He became human! He humbled himself and became vulnerable, choosing to be revealed as a man and was obedient. He was a perfect example , even in his death—a criminal’s death by crucifixion! Because of that obedience, God exalted him and multiplied his greatness! He has now been given the greatest of all names! The authority of the name of Jesus causes every knee to bow in reverence! Everything and everyone will one day submit to this name—in the heavenly realm, in the earthly realm, and in the demonic realm. And every tongue will proclaim in every language: “Jesus Christ is Lord Yahweh,” bringing glory and honor to God, his Father!”  Philippians 2:6‭-‬11 TPT

 Come Meet My JESUS.

 

The JESUS that I know was unrecognizable after what HE freely endured for you and I at the hands of the Romans at Calvary.  But HE did it out of Love for humanity and HIS endurance in Love to complete what HE had set HIS HEART to do before the FATHER.  

Look at the Shroud of Turin and at HIS Face.  You will see the Face of GOD in the Son, JESUS.  HE looks like you and I.

I saw HIS Face as it appears on the Shroud before I even knew what the Shroud was.  I also saw HIS Long outstretched arm pull my car out of harms way as HE reached down from behind a cloud.  

And when I look at the studies that have been done on the Shroud, I see all the wounds, spike holes and punishment evidenced on that Ressurection linen.

And in my heart,  I truly believe that when I see HIM again in HIS Glory and Beauty,  that the scars will still be visible on HIM. You see, HIS LOVE IS EVERLASTING and ETERNAL. 

JESUS has been given by the FATHER, all authority in heaven and earth except for your salvation!  HE took spikes in HIS hands (wrists) to purchase your salvation.  It is up to you to receive it.  It is your choice to secure where you will live when your life on earth comes to a close.  That choice belongs to us.  

HE carries us in HIS heart and mind always.  HIS Love endures forever.

HIS WORD says: “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

Don’t be deceived into thinking that it is so hard.  It isn’t!  

If you would but trust HIM and say no to your thoughts of opposition.  Repent and ask HIM to be the LORD of your life.  Then the Joy and Peace of GOD will flood your heart and you shall be saved.  

Look up, for your salvation is near. Be Blessed in Love in JESUS NAME. Amen

HE IS a Heart Changer!

GOD IS so very interested in the condition of your heart!  First and foremost, it is our recognition that HE IS GOD and also our accepting HIM as the ultimate authority in our life.  Refer to the WORD of GOD: “To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth— Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance, to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.”   Proverbs 1:2‭-‬7 ESV ‬

Accepting HIM into your heart as the LORD of our life is the starting point. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.  For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.  Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.”  John 3:16‭-‬18 ESV ‬

Accepting that JESUS CHRIST IS LORD, that HE IS Alive after being killed for our sins,  resurrected on the third day and now seated at the Right Hand of the FATHER.  Having purchased us and adopted us as HIS own children and WHO will come again and restore things in HIS order as described in HIS WORD. “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne.  Before him will be gathered all the nations, and he will separate people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.  Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.  Matthew 25:31‭-‬32‭, ‬34 ESV‬‬

Remember what JESUS said to HIS Disciple; “Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 ESV  “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.  In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.  John 14:1‭-‬3 ESV ‬

As a Child of GOD, the HOLY SPIRIT will begin changing us as soon as we receive the LORD into our hearts and will prompt us continually toward HIS ways and will bring things to our heart and mind that we hold in our lives that need change.  Whether it be unforgiveness, healing, addiction of any sort, jealously,  envy, fear, depression or any other condition of the heart.  HE IS a heart changer!! Ask of our LORD in faith. HE IS Our healer, our deliverer, our strength , our hope,  our joy, our all in all!  Let your faith cause your heart to speak truth and life in agreement with GOD’S WORD.

The Bible reminds us, “The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.  Luke 6:45 ESV

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.  James 3:13‭-‬18 ESV‬

JESUS explains to HIS Disciples that it is not what goes in us that defiled us but what comes out of the heart.   And he said, “What comes out of a person is what defiles him.  For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery,  coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness.  All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.”  Mark 7:20‭-‬23 ESV‬

Change begins in our hearts.  We must first understand the need to change and look to our LORD for the strength.  We need to speak to that mountain and say,  be thou removed in Faith believing and in GOD’S Authority which was given us as an adopted child of GOD.  This occurs when we receive HIM into our lives and hearts as our SAVIOR and after our confession of Faith. Read HIS WORD, walk in HIS Wisdom and Authority, be unashamed of your testimony in HIM. 

As a born again Christian,  every promise of GOD IS yes and AMEN in CHRIST JESUS.  

Be Blessed and changed from Glory to Glory in JESUS NAME. AMEN

Psalm 48 as translated to my heart by the HOLY SPIRIT. 

 Below is Psalm 48 in King James version, followed by a translation to my heart through the HOLY SPIRIT.  

“Great is the Lord , and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, in the mountain of his holiness.  Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.  God is known in her palaces for a refuge.  For, lo, the kings were assembled, they passed by together.  They saw it, and so they marvelled; they were troubled, and hasted away.  Fear took hold upon them there, and pain, as of a woman in travail.  Thou breakest the ships of Tarshish with an east wind.  As we have heard, so have we seen in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God: God will establish it for ever. Selah.  We have thought of thy lovingkindness, O God, in the midst of thy temple.  According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: thy right hand is full of righteousness.  Let mount Zion rejoice, let the daughters of Judah be glad, because of thy judgments.  Walk about Zion, and go round about her: tell the towers thereof.  Mark ye well her bulwarks, consider her palaces; that ye may tell it to the generation following.  For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.”       Psalms 48:1‭-‬14 KJV

 This is what the Lord spoke to my heart this morning while reading and meditating on HIS WORD above.   This is not in exchange for the Bible Scripture, just a sharing of what GOD placed in my heart regarding it.  It is not a substitute for HIS written WORD: PSALM 48.

Amazingly Wondrous beyond words IS the LORD.  So WORTHY IS HE to receive our highest Praise everywhere!  And yes, HE IS with us wherever we Praise HIM and Trust HIM.  HOLY, holy, holy IS HIS NAME.  For HIS beauty and Pure LOVE IS unspeakable Joy to HIS people, no matter how great or small they may be.  For HE IS not a respecter of persons and will protect and provide all that HE IS to each and everyone who will believe and love HIS PRESENCE.  And take note, HIS Power is revealed to those HE chooses by HIS Good pleasure.  You will fall to the ground in awe at the Power that you see.  For it IS unimaginable and beyond science or our human thoughts.  HE will drive off your enemies and those who see will stand in awe.  Fear will grasp their hearts and they will be amazed at our GOD’S Power. And guess what?  It IS a forever LOVE, A True Selfless LOVE and it is within our hearts and as close as our own breath.  I will Praise YOU always and everywhere.  Oh Our Righteous and Loving FATHER.  Let your children rejoice and rejoice and rejoice.  And speak always of YOUR Greatness and Love .  And let YOUR Testimony go before each and every child and grandchild forever.  For Our GOD IS the ONE TRUE GOD, no matter who or what says or thinks.  Take note and be amazed.  Trust in HIM and your future is established until you meet YOUR GOD in heaven. Amen

GOD’S WORD IS ALIVE.   The HOLY SPIRIT will open your understanding as you study and read HIS WORD.  IT IS everything to everyone who will trust and believe. HIS WORD never fails.  The LORD will Speak to you through HIS WORD.  Don’t miss out on this form of communication and instruction from GOD.  It is there to you as a guide, testimony and instruction.  

Thank YOU FATHER GOD.

 Be Blessed in JESUS NAME. Amen

Religion or Relationship?

This is a question that carries the weight of Salvation.  By this I mean, just as in the days of the LORD, the religious figures of that time (Pharisees and Sadducees) used religion as there hope.  The prophets of GOD at that time. such as Samuel were truly lead of GOD, for they had relationship with GOD through the HOLY SPIRIT.  Today, through the death and Resurrection of Our LORD JESUS CHRIST, each one of us  has opportunity to have relationship with GOD and to be led by the HOLY SPIRIT.  Glory to GOD!

Remember,  it is a choice!  We can also choose the road of religion as did the Pharisees and Sadducees.  That is,  we can have knowledge of GOD and still not have the relationship that occurs with the true knowledge of Salvation and of GOD’S plan for each of us. We must not boast  in ourselves, but in the LORD.  We must not  be religious,  but genuine and humble with thanksgiving to the LORD.  Be imitators of CHRIST.  This is our goal, but remember, we will many times fall short but we have an advocate in GOD and HE IS always willing to forgive when we ask.  Don’t focus on your shortfall for this will get you stumbing and off track with GOD, recognize your stumble and quickly ask to be forgiven.

In the beginning, GOD walked in the cool of the day with Adam and EVE.  There was a relationship.  GOD had given them domionion over the earth and fullness of life.  They gave it all away when they sinned by disobeying GOD,  thus giving dominion over to satan. But JESUS CHRIST came to give restoration and dominion back to us again.  Satan’s defeat was accomplised for us and now it is a choice that we must make to receive this gift.  Salvation and right standing with GOD and authority in HIS NAME here on earth.  What an AWESOME GOD we serve!!

The work has been done,  GOD has sent HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON into this world to be the sin offering for humanity and give opportunity for Salvation and Restoration of dominion back to us again.  This is accomplished for us when we accept  HIM into our heart and ask HIM to be LORD of our life.    Through our confession of faith in HIM , we are  restored in relationship back to HIM and thus called children of GOD. A child of GOD yet a servant to all.  Just as CHRIST demonstrated for us.

The sin nature that we were born into because of Adam can be maintained by deception of satan.   We can remain as a fool and slave to death or we can choose a life of secured hope and dominion in this world again by believing and asking JESUS to live in our heart and lead our life.

It’s  a  no brainer!  Don’t let deception and pride keep you from this.  The price that was paid was hard.  It was greater than any one of us can imagine, just as the LOVE of GOD IS truly more than anyone can truly imagine.  But it is real!  HE IS LOVE and wants a retored relationship with HIS children. HE Loves us more than we can imagine.

That means every single human being on earth.

So give thanks to the LORD, for HE IS GOOD, HIS MERCY ENDURES FOREVER!

It is never too late and you are never too far away from HIM to come back.  Don’t believe that lie from the devil.

The BIBLE states, believe in your heart and confess with your mouth that JESUS CHRIST IS LORD  and you shall be saved.

Remember  after that,  the relationship starts.  Read HIS WORD and know that every promise is for you.  Nuture the relationship by ackowledging HIM and through HIS HOLY SPIRIT seeking to know HIM more.  We will continue to grow in HIM until HE comes to get us or until we depart this earth, whatever comes first.

Don’t think you will be perfect, that is only religion, but know HE will always forgive us of every shortcoming or sin when we ask HIM to forgive us with a true and humble heart.

HIS ARM IS not short nor HIS HAND weak.  HE revealed it to me 44 years ago and saved me from sure death.  This is why this blog site was started. The first post explains what happened.

GOD did it in days of old and does it today, weather you see it or not.  HE IS a supernatural GOD and I thank HIM for letting me see HIS Supernatural MIGHT and the BEAUTY of HIS SWEET FACE.  Thank YOU FATHER and thank YOU SWEET JESUS.  I Love YOU LORD. Amen

Believe and Trust in the LORD!

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. ” Proverbs 1:7 NLT

Everything that is necessary for a BLESSED and Purposeful life begins with knowing the Creator of the world.  HE created all that is in it, as well as you and I.   In Proverbs 1:7  written above, the Bible states that fear of the LORD is the beginning of true knowledge.  Fear  here denotes respect and full submission to our belief that HE IS GOD  and that HE was before time.  Also that HIS WORD IS TRUTH and LIFE.   We must understand that HE and HIS WORD ARE ONE, just as JESUS and the HOLY SPIRIT ARE ONE with the FATHER.  This is the beginning of true wisdom and knowledge.  The end of true knowledge can in my words be described as Trust in the LORD!

In Proverbs 3:5, the BIBLE explains: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.  In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.  Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord , and depart from evil.  It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.  Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:  So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.  My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord ; neither be weary of his correction:  For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.  Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.  For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.  She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.  Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.  Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.  She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her.”    Proverbs 3:5‭-‬18 KJV

You see everything begins with understanding from where you came and from where all Power and Love comes.  Then putting all your Hope and Trust in the fact  that HIS LOVE , POWER and MERCY ARE  Sufficient to bring you fulfillment of PEACE.  HE will bring you through all things that you encounter in this world and into our next home that awaits us with HIM by HIS MIGHTY WORD.

Unfailing Trust will never fail because   the ONE in WHOM we Trust IS UNFAILING.

Believe and Trust in the ONE TRUE GOD!  Be Blessed my Brothers and Sisters in JESUS NAME. Amen

Create a Clean Heart Within Me Oh LORD!

When we pray, we should use King David as an example of heartfelt, humble, bold, vulnerable, faith filled prayers.

There is a good reason why GOD calls him a man after HIS OWN heart.  GOD knows we are human as King David was and that we fall short of perfection many times.   Just as David fell short, so do we.  So let us humbly come before GOD as he did and seek HIM, repent of our shortfalls and proclaim WHO GOD IS and how HE IS faithful to HIS WORD.  

Psalm 51 reads:  “Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin! For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me. Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight, so that you may be justified in your words and blameless in your judgment. Behold, I was brought forth in iniquity, and in sin did my mother conceive me. Behold, you delight in truth in the inward being, and you teach me wisdom in the secret heart. Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Hide your face from my sins, and blot out all my iniquities. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit. Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will return to you. Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, O God of my salvation, and my tongue will sing aloud of your righteousness.”      Psalms 51:1‭-‬7‭, ‬9‭-‬14 ESV

Ask JESUS to come into your heart as LORD of your life.  You will be a new creature with the opportunity to be led by HIS HOLY SPIRIT.   You have HIS WORD ( THE BIBLE) as your guide and your strength.  Give GOD your humbleheart in Praise, Respect and acknowledge  WHO HE IS and who you are IN HIM.  Your life will be on a road of HOPE , PEACE LOVE, VICTORY and POWER. Be Blessed and Saved in JESUS NAME. Amen

The Lost  and the Found.

In the Gospel of John, the story of JESUS’ friend’s death and return to life shows many points about Our Heavenly FATHER and Our Lord JESUS CHRIST.  

It shows JESUS’ humanity,  HIS humility,  HIS knowledge of the FATHER’S ways, HIS Faith in the FATHER, the Power of HIS spoken word through Faith in GOD.

It also shows the position of the lost and found.  See in the following passage of Scripture, with the bold text revealing the above points that I have described. 

“When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled,  And said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see.  Jesus wept.  Then said the Jews, Behold how he loved him!  And some of them said, Could not this man, which opened the eyes of the blind, have caused that even this man should not have died?  Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it.  Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days.  Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?  Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.   And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.  And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.  And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.  Then many of the Jews which came to Mary, and had seen the things which Jesus did, believed on him.  But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.  Then gathered the chief priests and the Pharisees a council, and said, What do we? for this man doeth many miracles.  If we let him thus alone, all men will believe on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation.”            John 11:33‭-‬48 KJV

Please take the time to read the points in the bold text above  a couple times.  Let them speak to your heart.

Now a point I want to make about those who viewed the miracle, is that many believed and others went their way and told the Pharisees,  who when they heard, thought how to eliminate JESUS,  so they would not lose their so called authority  and power in the land.  It was not about GOD at all that they cared about.  They used religion as a cover up for selfish gain.  They and their followers were lost and blind.  Please get this.  Lazarus was dead in the grave 4 days.  He came out alive with the burial linens rapped around him.  Many saw and believed, thus followed JESUS.  

Can you imagine a decaying body called to come out and still not believe that JESUS IS the MESSIAH. 

That is what happened back then and still happens today.

There are the lost and the found.  Hells doors are wide open  for the lost.  Hell is prepared for satan and his fallen angels of like.   It was never meant for humans.  But satan wants to destroy the future of as many people as he can.  Because he hates GOD and he hates people.  People are the delight of GOD’S  creation.  

Don’t turn your back on the Lover of your soul.  You are the apple of HIS eye and the delight of HIS sight.  HE Loves you with an everlasting  love.  HE sent HIS SON JESUS  as the penalty for sin. It is a free gift to be a new creation in HIM.  Be found in HIM. 

Choose to believe and say yes.  Repent and find GOD.  Ask HIM to be the LORD of your LIFE.  

Miracles are all around.  Don’t be blinded.  JESUS reached out from between the clouds with HIS STRONG RIGHT ARM  and saved me from being killed in a car.  Whether  you believe it or not, it is true.  Lazarus was dead in the grave for 4 days and was restored to life again.  Believe it or not,  it is still true.

The only hoax is that their is no GOD, no heaven or hell, no eternal life or eternal hell.  Don’t fall prey to those lies!!

Repent and turn to GOD.  Say YES to HIM  in JESUS NAME.  Heaven will rejoice!  You will become a new creation in CHRIST!  Hallelulia!! Thank YOU LORD.  AMEN and AMEN

HE IS UNCHANGING.

Yes, HE IS GOD!  HE created the world and everything in it.  HE WAS before the world and always will be in control of it.

Don’t be confused.  HE created you with a free will to choose your way.  You can make choices and those will  bring consequences.  Adam and Eve did and look what happened.  They handed over control to Satan at the moment that they listened to him instead of obeying GOD’S VOICE.  They failed to listen to GOD and obey and consequences followed.  Thank GOD that JESUS CHRIST came and made reconciliation for us,  that by HIS death and Ressurection we have opportunity again to be restored to our right standing with GOD like we had  before the fall of Adam and Eve.  HE brought salvation and a new covenant, so that when we receive this gift by Our Faith in HIM, that the authority which Adam and Eve had  lost IS restored again unto us.  We have forgiveness of sin all the way back to Adam and have Power over the earth and the devil again .  The devil  can only try to deceive us by HIS tricks now but must obey us as children of GOD.  We have the power to tell him to go and HE must obey.  We have dominion again!  Thank YOU FATHER GOD and Our Sweet LORD JESUS!!

 Now those who put their trust in GOD for guidance,  and those to want to hear HIS Voice and follow,  will see HIS Power revealed.  It may be a miraculous evidenced fact or just an outcome that you know that HE has brought to pass.  Either way, you will never fail when you trust and obey the leading of GOD through the voice of the HOLY SPIRIT.

Friends, GOD IS the same now, past and forever.  HE does not and cannot change because HE IS true to HIS WORD.  HE and HIS WORD ARE ONE.  Just as JESUS, ,THE FATHER and the HOLY SPIRIT ARE ONE.  This is Truth and cannot be disputed.  

Let’s look at some Scriptures that reveal some of these truths.  These are only a few examples because the number is extremely large.  You would have to read the entire Bible and see for yourself how many.  But the more you read, the more will be revealed to you because the HOLY SPIRIT  will enlighten you over and over, anew and anew.  You see it is a LIVING WORD.  HE and HIS WORD ARE ONE. 

In the Gospel of John, verse one, the Bible reads: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”  John 1:1 KJV   GOD and HIS WORD ARE ONE.  

The world and everything in it are,  because of HIS SPOKEN WORD.  You also have creative power in your SPOKEN word as a Child of GOD.  Choose your Words carefully, for there Is power in the tongue.  Don’t give the enemy of your soul a foothold by speaking words of curse over you or your family.  We all make mistakes.   So when we speak words that are negative over ourselves and others and then realize what we have done, ask forgiveness of GOD , then speak blessings instead.  As a Child of GOD you have creative power in your Words.  Don’t think it is over.  Always ask forgiveness of GOD in JESUS NAME and then carry on in the right manner.  It is your choice to use what GOD has given us in and through our LORD and Savior, JESUS CHRIST.  

I want to finish this post with 2 examples of how being guided by the HOLY SPIRIT and hearing GOD’S  prompting with trust bring amazing outcomes.  

In 1 Kings, Elijah is one example and in Gospel of John, JESUS is the other example.

“And it came to pass at the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, that Elijah the prophet came near, and said, Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and of Israel, let it be known this day that thou art God in Israel, and that I am thy servant, and that I have done all these things at thy word.  Hear me, O Lord , hear me, that this people may know that thou art the Lord God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again.  Then the fire of the Lord fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench.  And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord , he is the God; the Lord , he is the God.”    1 Kings 18:36‭-‬39 KJV   Understand that Elijah was a prophet of GOD and that HE heard GOD and was anointed with the HOLY SPIRIT.  HE was an ordained witness for GOD to the people of HIS time , just as we are as children of GOD now through JESUS CHRIST, WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT in us.  Read the text in the Bible prior to the above Scriptures.  Elijah was trusting GOD to burn an offering by fire from heaven to show the false god worshipers who the True GOD IS.  Elijah had then poured buckets of water on it 3 times, over it and all around.  Then when he asked GOD to send fire, HE did and burned it entirely up!    Many were converted to the True GOD.

Likewise JESUS, in the form of man,  showed how trusting and being guided of GOD,  spoke the WORD in Faith for the GLORY of GOD to be revealed and those around to know the True GOD and you can read what occurred.    “Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?  Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.   And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.  And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth. ”  John 11:40‭-‬43 KJV

In conclusion,  ALL GLORY to GOD THE FATHER, SON and HOLY SPIRIT, for the Love you have for all humanity.  You are an awesome GOD , Friend and Lover of our soul. Empower us in mind to be lead of the HOLY SPIRIT, first to Salvation through our LORD JESUS CHRIST,  then in operation of your WORD in our life for testament to us and those around us, in JESUS NAME . Amen.

LORD, Thank YOU for YOUR WORD!

The WORD of GOD IS TRUTH and LIFE.  It has POWER to those who believe.  The HOLY SPIRIT will remind you and give inspiration to your heart and mind to speak and believe GOD’S promises. GOD will in turn release HIS Power in situations that we encounter and even those we don’t know about.  The Bible says:  “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.  In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.  Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord , and depart from evil.”   Proverbs 3:5‭-‬7 KJV

Also, remember that we have no power or wisdom in ourselves that we should Glory in ourselves.  All Praise belongs to HIM.  HE has given many gifts and talents to every individual, however it is not of ourselves.  HE has created us all to have unique qualities and skills to allow a need in the body of humanity to be filled.  So we must use our talents.   HE alone is the giver of Life.  Let us Praise HIM and acknowledge HIM for WHO HE IS.

  For the Bible says in Proverbs: “The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; to know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;  To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity;  To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion.  A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:  To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings.  The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”  Proverbs 1:1-‬7 KJV

The following are some other Scriptures to meditate on in regard to these topics:  “For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.  For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called:  But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;  That no flesh should glory in his presence.  But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:  That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.”    1 Corinthians 1:21‭, ‬26‭-‬27‭, ‬29‭-‬31 KJV
So in other words my friends , we can do nothing of ourselves outside of GOD.  That is to say nothing  good, noble or through our own gifting or talents but those that have been given to  us and allowed to sharpen.   Our Creator has made you special and HE knows every single thing about us.  Join me in acknowledging HIM today and always,  in everything that we do. 

A FATHER loves to hear his sons and daughters say thank you.    HE IS Truly a Good , Good FATHER, better than we can ever be and we can do a good job at times.   HE forever loves us with an unfailing LOVE.  HE IS patient and forgiving.  HE IS concerned and aware, always waiting for us to fellowship with HIM, ask help or forgiveness or guidance. 

 HIS WORD is Truth and Life for us but we must know it, believe it and speak it.    By the sacrifice of JESUS CHRIST, the SON of GOD and HIS Ressurection,  we have the ability to ask forgiveness and ask HIM to be LORD of our life.  We then have HIS Promises as our eternal hope and the HOLY SPIRIT as our Helper in all we stand for in HIM.

Be Blessed and Filled today.  Keep your eyes on JESUS and stand on and in the WORDS of the Bible.  

Remember, a gift is only a gift if we receive it.

The Good Shepherd!

“The So Jesus again said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep.  I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture.  I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.  No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. This charge I have received from my Father.”  John 10:7‭, ‬9‭-‬9‭, ‬11‭, ‬18 ESV

The Shepherd is JESUS CHRIST.  These Words were  spoken by HIS Own mouth to HIS disciples and those Jews that stood before HIM. 

The disciples didn’t understand and many of the Jews didn’t believe.

However this summary statement that JESUS made was and IS a cornerstone to Christianity and GOD’S TRUTH to humanity.

HE created us in LOVE , giving us a free will to obey and acknowledge HIM as our Creator and friend.  

HE loves us with an unfailing LOVE!!  Enough to send HIS Only Begotten Son to restore us to right standing with HIM and make provision for our sin.  This includes the sin of Adam all the way through the present  and into our future.  We have forgiveness of our sins through repentance in asking with a humble and true heart.

JESUS FREELY! gave ALL that HE could to restore humanity to HIMSELF. 

The choice is now ours to make.  To obey and be in right standing with GOD again or follow the deceiver,  who would  take pleasure in our ignorance not to!

Salvation has come!  It is a free gift from Our Loving Father through JESUS CHRIST. 

Please choose the road of life.  It is the greatest Blessing that can ever be received.  It is for you and your future generations.  You are able to be called Children of the MOST HIGH GOD!

FATHER, we thank YOU for allowing YOUR SON to choose to lay HIS life down for our salvation.   We thank YOU LORD JESUS for loving us so much.  For giving us the HOLY SPIRIT and the WORD, that is LIFE and Power for all our days.  

YOU ARE Truly a Good, Good FATHER and we thank YOU in JESUS NAME.  AMEN and AMEN

No Other NAME!

There IS no other NAME under heaven by which we can be saved.

This is not disputable. It may be disputed, however, that does not take away from its Truth nor Power.

Many times in both the Old and New Testement, this truth is testified to and clearly told. Please read HIS WORD and be Blessed and Amazed.

There is Only ONE True GOD by WHOM you were created. HE alone IS Holy and Righteous.

From creation to the fall of man through Adam and Eve, HE has been in Charge. HE gave HIS creation dominion over everything with one simple Command, to obey, and they chose to disregard that and to sin. Thus, the need for a Savior to Redeem humanity back to HIMSELF was necessary and that was done in LOVE through the sacrifice of JESUS CHRIST HIS SON. It was in HIS timing and by HIM that HE made the way for restoration of man to HIMSELF and gave us dominion and power again.It was in and through HIS GREAT NAME.

Previous to the Birth of Our LORD, HE showed HIMSELF MIGHTY through many Chosen vessels. Those who had Faith in GOD and those called were obedient unto HIS purposes. They were witnesses to GOD’S POWER and LOVE.

These include Abraham, Noah, Moses, Joseph, Daniel, Isaiah, Eligah and the list goes on and on and on. Hundreds of Faithful witnesses of GOD’S LOVE and Power. Many, many times over they were tested and were obedient. HE brought victory because HE IS always Faithful to HIS Promises.

There is No other GOD WHO IS in charge of this world , universe or people. HE created all things and when we return to dust, HE has a place reserved and a future for HIS people. Those that don’t receive HIS LOVE or believe, you also have a future planned with the enemy of our souls. It is your choice and your will that will determine that.

Our GOD, WHO created this world has controlled it at all times. Please read how HE has taken care of HIS people and crushed their enemies time and time again. Pharoah did not stand a chance. Armies did not stand a chance. Miracle after miracle is told over and over and over.

JESUS CHRIST showed miracle after miracle, love , teaching and examples of GOD’S LOVE and Power. What else do you need to believe?

HE reached out to me, revealing HIS STRONG RIGHT ARM AND HAND 44 years ago and saved me from sure death! Read my first blog post or watch my youtube video.

Please get this! HE IS in charge!! But guess what? THE FATHER sent HIS Only Begotten SON to suffer ,die and then HE Ressurected HIM to bring forgiveness, restoration, healing and power back to HIS people.

The choice is yours. Please choose life. There IS no other NAME under heaven by which one can be saved. That IS JESUS CHRIST.

Acknowledge the Truth today. Ask HIM to be the LORD of your life. Ask HIM to come into your heart, to forgive you of all your sins and to guide you. You will be changed and not regret it. Read HIS WORD for direction and encouragement. Trust and thank HIM. Believe HIS WORD and don’ be deceived by others or by thoughts contrary to the TRUTH of HIS WORD.

Be Blessed by HIS PRESENCE , PEACE and everlasting LOVE in JESUS MIGHTY NAME. AMEN

GOD IS OUR FORTRESS!

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah (Peace). There is a river (JESUS in you) whose streams make glad the city of God (the place HE resides in your heart), the holy habitation of the Most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns. The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress ( HE IS the wall that will surround us and protect us). Selah (Peace).”
Psalms 46:1‭-‬7 ESV

Notice the Promise of GOD and the proclamation of surety written twice; Selah. That is to say Peace! Or another way Trust, or Be Assured, or Rest in This Fact, Take Note and Be Amazed. GOD IS OUR FORTESS!

HE IS always with us and for us and in us. So we Must not fear but wholly put our trust in HIM. We must be active in our Faith at All times and in our actions as directed by HIM. Many of our battles HE will fight for us. Be led by HIM in what you should do and not do. It is a relationship that you have with the KING of the world. HE will not let you down. Stand on HIS WORD at All times and don’t be swayed and do not fear. “Lean not on your own understanding but in all your ways acknowledge HIM and HE shall direct your path.” Proverbs 3: 5-6

When you trust HIM, HE will take away your fear, and through HIS HOLY SPIRIT will strengthen you and by JESUS intercession for us, HE will bring victory to you. By your faith and assurance in HIM, you can speak to the mountain and it shall be moved. And for those battles of others who would come against you or seek to destroy you, HE will fight your battles! Glory to HIS GREAT NAME!

You will always come out with Joy and Amazement and all around will see WHO our GOD IS and be amazed. Many hearts will be turned toward HIM because of our visible Faith and Trust and the noted outcome. And that is the position of HIS Heart. That All would come to the knowledge if HIS LOVE through our LORD and Savior, JESUS CHRIST. HE turns none away that would come to HIM with a humble and repentive heart, proclaiming HIM to be the LORD of their heart. Salvation is for All who will believe.

All Glory IS HIS. For HE IS Truly Worthy! Thank YOU FATHER GOD in JESUS NAME. Amen

HE IS STRONG!

There is NO doubt in the strength that GOD has and the many examples and testimonies that have been told both in the Bible and in the years gone by since then.  That includes my many testimonies and my witness of HIS ARM having saved me from an accident almost  44 years ago.  ( see my first post)

Even through all the testimonies we hear and read, we still need to be reminded that “HE IS Strong and that HE IS for us.”

HIS chosen people Israel saw the LORD part the seas, they saw HIM bring water from a rock by the rod of Moses,and to  raise the dead by Our LORD JESUS and HIS commissioned disciples, and the list goes on.  However , over a time, the people  forgot and began to complain and grumble again. 

I find that true today as well, both  in my own life at times and in much of the Church world at times.  

That IS why it is so important to read the Bible and to go to services where the WORD is being preached and the people are being reminded. 

When King David was running from Saul and was about to give up all hope, even after HIS  last followers left HIM , the Bible said that HE encouraged HIMSELF  in the LORD and his strength and hope was renewed.  You see, GOD brought him victory.

Usually when things look their worst and you put your trust in GOD, HE will bring a victory.

The Bible says when we are weak, HE IS Strong!  The Bible also says: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns. The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah”  Psalms 46:1‭-‬7 ESV

Thank YOU FATHER GOD for being Faithful to your people.  Thank YOU for your WORD that is Truth and Life.  Thank YOU for hearing the faintest of cries and giving new hope when there seems to be none.  LORD JESUS, thank YOU for Loving us with YOUR Eternal Love and Power.  I thank YOU LORD for touching the one who needed to hear this today.  I give YOU all Praise and Glory for it.  For FATHER, it is in The Great  NAME of JESUS that I ask it! Amen and Amen.

FORGIVE ME LORD.

Many times,  we think of asking for forgiveness when we know we have sinned.  However, we should also ask forgiveness when we fall short of receiving and using all that HE has purchased for us by HIS death and Ressurection.

HE purchased us and gave us a restored life as well as power over the enemy.  But, it is up to us to use it!

Sin will always stand in our way, so it is important to identify it and humbly ask forgiveness for it.  HE has paid the price and yes HIS Mercy Endures Forever,  to forgive us again and again, always restoring our peace and hope.

Sometimes,  we fall short of giving Glory and Praise to GOD.  Or, we forget that it is about HIM and not us in regard to our agendas for HIS NAMESAKE.

Ultimately, it is about relationship with HIM.  A true relationship always requires communication.  This means spending time speaking and listening with HIM.  This includes reading and praising,  trusting and believing, stopping long enough to do it and being bold enough to do it.

We must be humble enough to ask forgiveness and to move forward in renewed Hope.

So I say, please forgive me LORD!

You see, it is ok.  We are human beings and all fall short of the Glory of GOD.  Also, be reminded that HE knows us more than we know ourselves.

So, put your trust in HIM.  HE stretched HIS Arms out wide upon that cross for you and I.

And if you have never asked JESUS to be the LORD of your life, Now is the time.  

Don’t let the enemy stand in your way.  That is but a trick to keep your Blessing from coming.  Salvation is a gift from GOD, freely given.   It starts with believing that JESUS CHRIST IS the Son of GOD,  WHO died for our sins and raised on the third day for our Salvation and restoration to GOD.

Ask HIM to forgive your sins and come into your heart and to be the LORD of your life.  To guide you and direct you.

You are now saved.  The Bible clearly says, that if you believe in your heart and confess with your mouth that JESUS IS LORD,  then you are saved.

So now, go share this Good news with someone and begin reading the Bible, starting in the New Testement.  Find a good Church or a friend who loves GOD.  Get Baptized.

Who CHRIST sets free, is free indeed.

Always know that HE understands us,..

That HE IS for us and not against us….

Speak HIS WORD, for this brings victory…

Speak to anything that comes against you….  including your own mind

Know that we have Power to change situations by Our LORD JESUS….

BE BLESSED, EMPOWERED, DELIVERED, FORGIVEN, and DIRECTED by HIM in JESUS NAME,  AMEN 

OUR GOD!

1 Corinthians,  Chapter 1, verse 18 reads: ” For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved is the power of GOD.”

As the Gospel reads, those who seal their fate in unbelief will look at your faith in the Ressurection of the LORD as foolishness.  But we know our Faith is the beginning, end and future of our help.  It is the True Power of GOD to us through our Redemption by CHRIST JESUS and the restoration to us for every promise in the Bible.  

It is allowing GOD to be unleashed in our life to bring miracles, both small and large.  It is allowing GOD’S supernatural Peace, Wisdom, Guidance, Favor, Deliverance, Strength, Hope, LOVE and Power.

That IS Power to bring HIM Glory!

Don’t sell short the Power of GOD.  Pray, speak, and act without hesitation or doubt.  

Trust that HE IS Faithful to fulfill HIS WORD. 

Power is in your tongue and Faith is rewarded by GOD.

The HOLY SPIRIT will help and guide you in this.  

Eyes are still opened, limbs are still restored, Hope is still renewed, the dead are still raised.  

How big is your Faith today?  It IS as big as your GOD.  Our GOD created the heavens and earth.  He made everything in them including making  us in HIS Own Image.   JESUS CHRIST made all things new for us.

What the first Adam gave away, JESUS bought back for us.  Praise BE HIS SWEET and WONDERFUL NAME!

The FATHER that HE prayed to, empowers us as HE did HIS SON.

All Glory to HIS NAME!

Pray believing. Speak HIS WORD, Trust that HE hears and answers.

Let the cross be NOT foolishness but the POWER of GOD to HIS adopted children in CHRIST JESUS.

Be Blessed, Assured, and Empowered in the HOLY SPIRIT today, tomorrow, this season and always, in JESUS NAME  Amen

The Arm and Hand of JESUS.

This time of the year and always, we should remember the Right Arm of GOD and how HE extended it so many times with Power, Protection and Deliverence.  

Here are a few examples and in no way is this all of them.

 1.  ” For the Lord your God dried up the waters of Jordan from before you, until ye were passed over, as the Lord your God did to the Red sea, which he dried up from before us, until we were gone over:  That all the people of the earth might know the hand of the Lord , that it is mighty: that ye might fear the Lord your God for ever.”    Joshua 4:23‭-‬24 KJV

2.  ” Thou hast a mighty arm: strong is thy hand, and high is thy right hand.”        Psalms 89:13 KJV

3. ” By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make the oppressed to cry: they cry out by reason of the arm of the mighty. ”   Job 35:9 KJV

4. “That the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed?”  John 12:38 KJV

5.  “Songs of joy and victory are sung in the camp of the godly. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things!”   Psalms 118:15 NLT

6. “Sing a new song to the Lord , for he has done wonderful deeds. His right hand has won a mighty victory; his holy arm has shown his saving power!” Psalms 98:1 NLT

And pilgrims, the list goes on.

The Arm of JESUS IS real.  HE IS ALIVE.  

HE came to the earth and was fully man, so that HE could restore you and I to HIMSELF.  HE did it for every single human being. HE endured the cross as a human because HE Loves us.  

THE FATHER Ressurected HIM and restored an open heaven for us.  It is up to us to choose HIS LOVE and believe.  HE will stand true to HIS WORD, and HE IS always with us and for us.

This same JESUS,  has All Power to save by HIS RIGHT ARM.  This IS the same JESUS WHO reached out to a  mom and step dad in Bethlehem.  This  same JESUS  reached out and played with brothers and sisters and helped with chores.  This same Arm  was reaching out to HIS FATHER in prayer in the garden and to call Lazarus back to life out of the grave.  This  same arm was dislocated when HE fell with the cross that HE was carrying for you and I.   This same arm was used to touch life after life and heal and deliver each of them.  This same Arm  was stretched out and bore a Roman spike through HIS wrist into the rugged cross.  And the list goes on…

This same Arm reached out to me 43  years ago and saved me from sure death.
You see this arm IS the arm of our Almighty GOD. IT IS the Arm and Hand of JESUS.   It had been used for HIS people in times past and the testimony goes forward for all to read.   HE reaches it out  today as well.  For HE stretched it out to me with tender Love and Power.  

This IS the  same JESUS that had and has All Power as GOD, yet came as a  man to endure, torture and death for your salvation.

HE reached out before HE came to the earth and reached out while here on earth and HE still reaches out today.  HE reaches out to heal, protect, deliver and destroy. Whatever HIS people need,  HIS WORD  will provide!    HE holds all power and HE IS All Love.

Oh Come let us Adore HIM! oh come let us adore HIM! oh come let us adore HIM!! CHRIST, CHRIST THE LORD!

CHRISTMAS IS everyday and for everyone who believes.  We thank YOU LORD in JESUS HOLY NAME, AMEN

Thanks!

An old time hymn goes like this:  “Give thanks with a grateful heart, give thanks to the HOLY ONE, give thanks because HE gave us JESUS CHRIST our LORD,  give thanks!”

I say, let us give thanks this day to the ONE WHO gave us the BEST of HIS LOVE.  HE gave us more than Turkey and ham, more than family and friends, more than homes and money.  Yes, we should give thanks for these, for we are truly Blessed.  We are Blessed beyond many in this world, but remember, all things pass away except our spirit and soul.

  Give thanks to the lover of every single human. Everyone! That leaves out no one. It is up to us to say yes to HIS LOVE.

  HE loves us more than any mind can ever imagine.  JESUS CHRIST, THE SON of GOD left HIS heavenly home and took the form of man to endure horrific punishment for our salvation.  HE also made the way of  forgiveness for the sin of Adam and Eve, so that we can be restored to  the Blessing of Our Loving GOD and so we can all freely  receive  the promises spoken of  in The HOLY BIBLE.

  HE purchases those who will ask HIM to forgive all their past sins including Adam and Eves and all those of our ancestors.  Then just ask HIM to fill their heart and be the LORD of their life. You are now saved, a new creature. 

 Now  confess that HE IS LORD of your life and follow HIS WORD by reading and believing.  It is not easy because the Enemy of our souls will try to deceive and speak lies to you.  Don’t believe him but instead have faith and speak to that voice and say no!  Speak the WORD.  The enemy  must obey and leave when you tell him no.  Don’t ever let him convince you otherwise!  

 When JESUS gave it all and said it is finished, followed by HIS Resurrection to life again, our victory was complete!!  GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST AND PEACE ON EARTH, GOOD WILL TO MEN ( TO ALL).  Speak GOD’S WORD always!  For IT IS TRUTH AND LIFE.    Glory to HIS Great NAME. 

Be Blessed in your life today with the GIFT that keeps on Giving!

Happy THANKSGIVING!  May the LORD give you Peace and HOPE beyond measure. May HE speak LIFE and use you for HIS GLORY and seal your heart and mind with the HOLY SPIRIT.  May HE draw you into a perfect knowledge of WHO HE IS and how much you are LOVED in JESUS NAME. AMEN

TRUTH and LIFE.

My last post is unusual,  in that no specific Scripture was quoted, however much of it’s context was derived from Scripture..

In contrast, this post will be all Scripture and slight variance with my  input based on Scripture.

HIS WORD IS Surely TRUTH  and LIFE! 

“MY sheep hear MY voice, and I know them, and they follow ME:   And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of MY hand.   MY FATHER, which gave them ME, IS greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of MY FATHER’s  HAND.”  John 10: 27- 29. KJV

” And JESUS looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with GOD: for with GOD all things are possible.”  Mark 10:27 KJV

“And JESUS answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for MY sake, and the gospel’s,   But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.   But many that are first shall be last; and the last first.”  Mark 10:29‭-‬31 KJV

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.  In all thy ways acknowledge HIM, and HE shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5‭-‬6 KJV
“Behold, the eye of the LORD IS upon them that fear HIM, upon them that hope in HIS mercy.”  Psalms 33:18 KJV
“Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.  Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.” Colossians 4:5‭-‬6 KJV
“Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving.”  Colossians 4:2 KJV
“Knowing, brethren beloved, your election of GOD.  For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the HOLY GHOST, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake.  ”  1 Thessalonians 1:4‭-‬5 KJV

“The LAW of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.  The statutes of the LORD ARE right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD IS pure, enlightening the eyes.  The fear of the LORD IS clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD ARE true and righteous altogether.  More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.  Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” Psalm 19;7-11 KJV
“O give thanks unto the LORD ; for HE is good: because HIS mercy endureth for ever.”  Psalms 118:1 KJV

My brothers and sisters, All of HIS Promises are yes and amen.  Though the world fade away yet HIS WORD will remain.  Be encouraged and strengthened in GOD’S HOLY WORD.   Keep it in your heart and mind ,for it is indeed Truth and Life.  Let it proceed out of your mouth as the HOLY SPIRIT gives you rememberance and utterance.  Thank YOU FATHER GOD, JESUS CHRIST HIS SON and THE HOLY SPIRIT of the Living GOD, in JESUS NAME. Amen

Trust  HIM. 

Trust HIM, WHO IS able to bring all things to pass.  

It was HE , WHO spoke and fashioned this world.  It IS HE , WHO saved so many Kings and Saints, past as well as those today.  It was HE ,  WHO saved me by reaching down with HIS ARM to save me from being killed 43 years ago.  

HE rules the world, no matter what anyone thinks.  A person can trust in their own ways or strengths but GOD IS the ONE WHO fashions a way of goodness for us. We are always on HIS HEART  and MIND.  HE knows what is best for us.  HIS plans for us are good, to prosper and not harm. 

HE speaks and guides those that ask and trust HIM,  yet HE will not impose HIS choice on to us.  It is our choice to choose. HE gave us the Power of choice.   If we respond to HIM in obedience we will see HIS miraculous ways.  But if we ignore, the outcome will be quite different.  

HE IS always rich in Mercy.  We all fall short and if we repent with a true heart,  HE  will restore us again in HIS LOVE and Hope.

 Praise is what HE deserves at all times, for HE Loves us beyond our own imaginations.  HIS WORD IS unfailing and full of life.  We must believe and proceed in this knowledge. Speak and Trust.

When we acknowledge HIM and ask HIM to be LORD of our lives, to forgive our sins and those of our ancestors,  we ARE forgiven and become new creatures. Confess HIM as LORD  and find a good Church.  Get baptized and stay close to HIM. Follow HIS WORD and not that of man. Forgive all those that have trespassed against you so you can keep growing in HIS LOVE and plans. Love others and serve others as CHRIST served you.  Do all things as best as you can with a thankful heart unto HIM.  Be not jealous one of another,  but prefer your brother or sister more than yourself.  Give and it shall be given unto you, for we are representative of CHRIST.  We can do all things through HE that strengthens us, for HE IS WITH us and IN us.  HE makes a way when there seems to be no way.  That IS WHO HE IS!   HE IS for us and not against us.  ALL HIS PROMISES ARE YES AND AMEN.  

LORD JESUS, I thank you for your Mercies toward me and my family.  Thank you for YOUR WORD that IS never failing.  Forgive me of my shortcomings.  I know you are the SON of GOD and that you prepare a place for us.  I am thankful to belong to YOU and long to please YOU.  I know it is my duty to serve others and not a choice. HOLY SPIRIT fill me fresh and anew today in JESUS NAME. Amen.

You are a Good Good FATHER and YOU ARE Worthy of ALL Praise now and forever and forever!!  Amen and Amen

GOD’S FAVOR.

We hear about the Favor of the LORD in Church circles much these days, and rightfully so!

I have always thanked and asked The LORD for HIS Favor for me and my house,verbally almost daily,  and in my heart almost always. For I know that HIS HAND and HIS power is our victory. All Glory to HIS NAME!  But also, the Victory has been given to us  by the death and Resurrection of our LORD for  HIS children. That is those to accept and confess HIM as LORD of their life.   So that we can stand and speak with the Authority, that HE has given us. ALL GLORY to HIS WONDERFUL NAME !

But what is HIS Favor?  Is it just overwhelming, amazing peace and honor and outcomes in perilous situations?  Is it a path from mountain to valley and everywhere in between with restoration, guidance and peace?  Yes.  But King David in Psalm 21, verse 6 explains it clearly; ” For thou hast made him most blessed forever: thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance (thy favor).”

You see King David knew from where his help came.  It came from HE WHO created heaven and earth.  He writes, look unto the hills from whence comes his help.  He looked to the moutains in awe, seeking GOD’S  help,  HIS countenance!, HIS PRESENCE! 

As you seek JESUS and confess HIM  as LORD of your life, HE deposits HIS HOLY SPIRIT into your heart.  That is the COUNTENANCE and FAVOR of ALMIGHTY GOD!  The FATHER, SON and HOLY SPIRIT come into your heart.

From that point, it is up to you to let that SPIRIT  take control of your mind and body.  It is a  constant changing, from glory to glory.  It is standing on HIS WORD, for HE IS Faithful to fulfill it.  HE says stand,  and again stand.  Let HIM complete the work.  Stand in Awe of HIS Amazing Love for you! 

HIS FAVOR (HIS PRESENCE), will help you accomplish great things in your life, the life of your family and in the lives of others.  

Remember,  from where your help comes and remember it is HIS PRESENCE, that will bring the victory.  HE will never leave you nor forsake you.  HE IS with us always, even to the end of the ages.  What an HONOR to have The CREATOR  of the universe with you, in you and for you.  What an honor that HE would adopt you as HIS own child and be so very concerned for you always. 

Thank YOU JESUS for making a way for THE HOLY SPIRIT to take residence in our hearts.  Thank YOU for enduring cruel punishment and death for forgiveness of our sins.  Thank YOU for enduring bodily harm for our healing. And thank YOU FATHER GOD for securing our future with YOU  forever by the RESURRECTION of OUR REDEEMER ,LORD and SAVIOR,  JESUS CHRIST.

YOU are a Good Good FATHER,  and I thank YOU in JESUS NAME.  AMEN