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Don't Quit !

2011-02-12T16:31:00.000+07:00

If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, move ... and it will move and nothing will be impossible for you.

-Matthew 17:20

The fifth principle that will give you the confidence that God will help you make your dream come true is to tie it down. DON'T QUIT!

One of the elders of our church suffered a severe heart attack some years ago. It was a twenty-five minute cardiac arrest. When they got him to the hospital he was in a comatose condition. The neurosurgeon said, "There's no hope for him. Even if he lives, he'll be a vegetable."

I came to his bedside shortly after his attack and remembered what Dr. Smiley Blanton, the eminent New York psychiatrist, once said, "There are vast undamaged areas in the most severely damaged brain." I believed him, so I said to my special friend, "Stanley, this is Dr. Schuller. You're going to get well."

And a tear rolled down out of his eye! It was the first sign of hope! And Stanley grabbed hold of a dream, even in his comatose condition - the dream that he could recover.

Several months later, Stan's wife drove him to the church and he walked around without crutches! I ran to him and hugged him. He said, "Pastor, you're great." I answered, "Stanley, God is great!"

Don't quit! Only you can kill God's dream for you. He will not let your dream come smashing down.

Singing His Praise

2011-01-30T17:43:00.000+07:00

Singing His Praise. From the beginning of the Old Testament to the book of Revelations at the end of the New Testament, God’s people have been commanded to worship him and have been Singing His Praise since creation. The song of Deborah recorded in Judges 5:3 is a declaration of praise: “Hear this, you kings! Listen you rulers! I will sing to the Lord, I will sing: I will make music to the Lord, the God of Israel.” This intent to honor the name of the Lord God Almighty has been held sacred by God’s people who continue to worship through heart-felt, spirit-filled singing.

King David, a prestigious ruler whom God proclaimed to be “a man after my own heart” spent hours of his days composing, playing and singing music to the Most High. Many of David’s recorded Psalms explain the reason that he and other men and women of God through the ages, have reason to be continuously Singing His Praise. In Psalms 59:16, David writes, “For I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuse in times of trouble.” Other verses throughout the Psalms give these reasons for Singing His Praise: “for all thy marvelous works (9:1), for turning “wailing into dancing” (30:11), for being “our maker” (95:6), and for “His holiness”(99:5). The list of God’s praise worthy attributes and kindnesses are endless, and His people should be in continuous joyful adoration.

Through Singing His Praise, churches receive spiritual renewal. As God’s people worship by Singing His Praise, the Lord responds by sending a spiritual enlightenment and revival. When Paul and Silas were imprisoned, their worshipful singing brought miraculous salvation. The power in Singing His Praise is still felt by the modern church. Whether Singing His Praise as a form of personal adoration or Singing His Praise through corporate worship in a choir or chorus, Christian people can grow closer to God through dwelling on His magnificence.

According to Isaiah 44:23, all of creation has reason to Sing His Praise: “Sing for Joy, O Heavens, for the Lord has done this; shout aloud, O Earth beneath. Burst into song, you mountains, you forest and all your trees, for the Lord has redeemed Jacob, he displays His glory in Israel.” Even at the end of time, the people of God will be privileged to Sing His Praise forever. Revelation 5:13 states that Paul heard “every creature in Heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, singing: ‘To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, forever and ever!"

As long as the church recognizes that God is worthy of its songs of praise and remains in continual submission to him, it will prosper and grow. God has ordained music as an appropriate way to Sing His Praise, and obedient children should strive to please Him. Sincere musical praise will bring blessing raining from Heaven and will keep God’s church reaching forward as it awaits His return.

Good Luck and Bad Luck

2011-01-27T18:16:00.000+07:00

You have a mighty arm; strong is your hand, and high is your right hand.

Psalm 89:13

I enjoy the inspiring story of the Chinese farmer who had one son and one horse. One day the horse ran off to the hills. Everybody came and said, "Oh, you lost your horse; what bad luck! The old Chinese farmer replied, "How do you know it is bad luck?" And sure enough, that night the one horse came back and led twelve wild stallions with him. The one son closed the gate and the farmer had thirteen horses.

The neighbors came again and exclaimed, "Oh, what good luck!" The old farmer answered, "How do you know it is good luck?" And sure enough, as the one son was to break one of the wild stallions, he was thrown off and broke his leg. The neighbors lamented, "Oh what bad luck." Again, the Chinese farmer questioned, "How do you know it is bad luck?"

A short time later a Chinese warlord came through town and drafted all the able-bodied young men and took them off to war with him. Those young men never returned. But the farmer's one son was spared and so he lived a full, long life.

Trust your dream to God. Your dream is God's dream and His purpose is to turn you and me into good stewards of his rich resources.

Healing Two Blind Men

2011-01-25T18:30:00.001+07:00

Matthew 9:27-31

In Matthew chapter nine, we have a remarkable picture of the power and compassion of Jesus, that should convince both believers and unbelievers that He is able to save to the uttermost all that come to God by Him. His power and compassion is revealed in His healing of a paralytic (verses 2-8); raising to life Jairus’ daughter and healing of the woman suffering with an issue of blood (verses 18-26; giving sight to two blind men (verses 27-31); delivering a mute demonic (verses 32-34); and healing all manner of sickness (verse 35). In chapter nine, Matthew proves Jesus is the faithful Physician, both of the soul and body.

While the account of the healing of the two blind men is a relatively short narrative and seemingly not as significant as some of the longer ones, it is worth taking some time with it because of the importance in the Bible of the theme of blindness, both physical blindness and spiritual blindness.

While the point of the story is that Jesus has this authority to give sight, the sub-theme of the story is the requirement of faith to be able to see.

We are not told whether these men were blind from birth or were blinded in some other way. However, to be blind then, as at any time, was a severe handicap. The self-righteous leaders in the days of Jesus would have added to the problem by accusing such handicapped people of being sinners whom God had punished. It is true, that there are cases in the Bible where blindness was a punishment from God. Blindness also was symbolic of spiritual ignorance, just as sight was symbolic of understanding. When God announced judgment on the nation of Israel through the prophet Isaiah, part of the judgment was that they would not understand the truth and not believe the message (Isaiah 6:9-10). Jesus used this same symbolism in some of His teachings. Jesus healed a blind man, and found a good deal of opposition for it from the spiritual leadership. So Jesus said, “For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind” (John 9:39). The Pharisees knew He was speaking about them, and so they said, “What?--are we blind too?”(John 9:40). Jesus said, “If you were blind, you would not be guilty of sin; but now that you claim that you see, your guilt remains” (John 9:41).

In other words, some who have their physical sight are blind to the truth they are spiritually blind. If they continue to refuse to believe, then like ancient Israel they would remain in their blindness. However, Jesus has the authority to heal their spiritual blindness as a judgment if they persist in it, let the blind remain blind still.

However, there were those who were physically blind, they wanted to see. Because faith was required of those who were blind and wanted to see, those blind people were symbolic or at least representative of those in the nation of Israel, spiritually blind and ignorant of the truth, who through faith received their “sight.” In other words, these men might have been blind, but because of their faith they could see better than others. They followed Jesus. They cried, “Have mercy on us, Son of David.”

The cry for mercy is understandable, for it is one of the most basic cries for divine help in Scripture. “Mercy” in the Bible is sometimes translated with the idea of “grace” or “favor.” Mercy describes some act of compassion that is undeserved, a gift, and a kind act. It is usually reserved for prayers to God, such as in seeking forgiveness for sin, protection from enemies, healing from disease, or any other number of needs. In the human arena, it can be used from an inferior or subordinate person to a superior or a master to request for pardon, favor, or general benefit.

These two blind men clearly knew that this Jesus had supernatural power and authority, and so they persisted in following Him and seeking His mercy.

When the two men called Jesus the Son of David, they were not merely referring to Jesus’ lineage from David and His right to be a king. Every legitimate king was a son of David; but one Son of David would be the promised Messiah. Since Jesus had been doing the miracles, these blind men believed that He was the one, and they pleaded for mercy from Him. If Jesus were Messiah, He would heal them.

What is the lesson in the miracle? It does not matter whether we are talking about receiving physical sight or spiritual understanding faith is the prerequisite.

The faith of these two men is revealed in their crying out to Jesus to have mercy on them. The crying out to Jesus is evidence they had formed an opinion about Jesus, they believed He was able to heal them. In addition to their faith in Jesus, there is evidence of perseverance. The men followed Jesus from Jairus’ house to where Jesus was staying. They followed Jesus away from the crowds and the public streets into a private area. Jesus probably waited until they followed Him indoors to test their faith further.

When Jesus asked the question, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” He was giving the two men an opportunity to pour out their whole heart, to express their full faith. There are times when we need to get away from the crowds and everyday activities and talk to Jesus about the burdens that no one knows about except Jesus. There are times when we need to get alone with Jesus and express our full faith in Him. Although Jesus knew the extent of the two men’s faith, He wanted them to acknowledge their faith.

Note, Jesus’ response to the men’s acknowledgment of their faith, “According to your faith will it be done to you.” This does not mean that the amount of healing depends on the amount of faith; rather, it simply means that because they had faith they would receive their sight. Therefore, because of their steadfast faith their sight was restored. It should also be noted that His question focused their faith in Him, and not just to God in general. The Lord was fully able to give them sight, but He waited until He was able to draw from them a statement of their faith. They had come to the point of faith based on what they knew the Scripture predicted and what they had heard Jesus was doing.

That is usually the basis of faith. People hear from the word of God how they can be released from the dark prison of sin. They hear how they can gain spiritual understanding. They hear how Jesus fulfilled Scripture again and again in meeting the needs of people in the gospel records, and down through history in the life of the church, and so they can cry with confidence to Him for mercy. It is the way for the blind men to be healed. It is the way for anyone to be healed, physically. However, most importantly, it is the way to be healed spiritually, to have the spiritual blindness removed and spiritual sight given and Jesus has the authority to give sight.

In this account of the healing of the two blind men Jesus gave them a command that applied to that specific time alone and that is not now applicable. When Jesus healed the men, He sternly warned them not to let anyone know about this. Why would He do this? Jesus here was doing a “Messianic” work, another one on the same day, but He did not want the word to get out. In fact, He waited to do this indoors, out of the sight of the public eye.

Jesus was revealing Himself as the Messiah, but in the proper way, the Messiah should be understood. The crowds were enthusiastically following Him for healing and for food; but His mission was, first to deal with the problem of sin and that would not come through enthronement but through His sacrificial death. He had to control the crowd’s response and understanding of His mission. In these incidents where He warned people not to broadcast what He did for them, when He retreated from the crowds into the hills or out in the boat, or when He spoke of His death and the people wanted to make Him king, Jesus was trying to avoid a premature king movement that was falsely based and ill-conceived.

Today we do not have a binding word like this not to proclaim the good news what the Lord has done. Instead, we are to go throughout the entire world telling of Jesus’ Messiahship, and of His miraculous power.

If there were an application from this account of the healing of the two blind men for today, it would be a warning against preaching and teaching the good news about Jesus in a falsely based or ill-conceived way. For example, preaching or teaching the news about the power of Jesus to heal without the primary focus on the spiritual healing through His death on the cross would be close to what Jesus was trying to prevent. People love to throng to one who has the power to heal; but they are not eager to come to one whose death reveals their sin and their need of salvation. Spiritual sight is more important than physical sight.

In other words, unbelief is blindness; and salvation is illumination. Salvation begins with God’s causing light to shine in the darkness. Many people may be well versed in the knowledge of theology and Scripture, but until God shines in their hearts, they cannot see. It is the task of believers to present clearly to the unbeliever the truth of God’s word, to sow the seed as Jesus put it; but unless and until God causes them to see, it will not be understood and received. This should remind us that salvation is a miraculous work of God from the beginning to the end.

The miracle teaches that Jesus has the authority to give sight. He can certainly restore physical sight to people who are blind, and did that frequently enough to show He has that power. This is why people today can pray for healing, although they must allow that the answer to their prayer may come now, or in the resurrection, for God has His timetable and His purposes.

The main point of this miracle is, faith is required to gain sight, both physically and spiritually. Whoever comes to Christ must believe that He is the promised Messiah and that He has the power and the authority to give sight.

Therefore, the task of the church is to take this message to a world that is blinded by the god of this world, the evil one, the deceiver. The people the church reaches out to may be educated, brilliant, clever, and even concerned with moral and ethical matters; if they do not believe in Christ Jesus as the Son of God, the Lord of Glory, the Savior of the world, they are spiritually blind. We who have received our sight, who have come to faith, should then be characterized by
(1) praise and thanksgiving,
(2) devotion to Christ,
(3) a growing spiritual discernment in all things, and
(4) public witness of the glories of the Lord.

10 Verses to Heal

2011-01-24T19:19:00.001+07:00

10 Verses to Heal.

1. God desires that I prosper and be in health. (3 John 2)

2. Death and life are in the power of the tongue. Therefore I will speak words of life. Jesus says in John 6:63 that His words are life, so I will speak them. (Proverbs 18:21)

3. I am strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. (Ephesians 6:10)

4. Jesus gave me authority over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt me. (Luke 10:19; Mark 16:17)

5. I am blessed above all people. The Lord has taken away from me all sickness. (Deuteronomy 7:14,15)

6. I have cast all my cares on the Lord for He cares for me. I refuse to worry about anything. (1 Peter 5:7)

7. I know that healing is God’s will for me. According to the Word of God, Jesus never refused nor turned away anyone desiring to be healed. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8; Matthew 8:16)

8. I will give attention to God’s words. I will incline my ear to His sayings. I will not let them depart from my eyes. I will keep them in my heart. They are life to me for I have found them, and they are health, healing and medicine to all my flesh. (Proverbs 4:20-22)

9. God sent His Word to heal me and deliver me from all destruction - Psalm 107:20.
God perfects the things that concern my life - Psalm 138:8

10. By Jesus' stripes I was healed - Isaiah 53:4,5; 1 Peter 2:24.

The Love Call

2010-11-24T10:09:00.000+07:00

The Kingdom of God has come near to you. Come to the well of salvation and freely drink of it. The blood will take away any stain in your life.

Thus saith the Lord: come to me just as you are, I will wash you clean. My son died for you so you may have freedom to live in eternal righteousness and holiness. I have opened the door of salvation once again, come and find healing for your soul. I am calling you with an eternal love; come, come, come...

In the past, you have doubted my power; you did this because you didn't believe I cared for you. But you are a treasure to me. Come and I will make your name great. Fear not for my Spirit will always help you. Fear not to fail me because of my Holy Spirit. My Holy Spirit helped my earlier prophets to yield to me; they yield much fruit by my Spirit. Look unto my son Jesus and you will know how to please me in all your ways. I gave him to you to teach you how to live according to all my commandments. But I filled him with the Holy Spirit. He was tested and defeated the enemy. He worked showing all my perfection in all of my works. Look, I am calling you into my greatness. Draw now to my well of salvation as you pray with my Spirit: Dear God: save my soul. I am sorry I sinned against you but I have come home. I am going to serve you, Lord, the rest of my life. I believe the blood of Jesus washes away all of my sins. Come on in Jesus! Come into my heart!

I will give you mighty strength in my Spirit. My Spirit will teach you how to yield to me in perfect obedience; He will teach you all things. Have no fear for my call is a Love Call; fears hinders my good works. I give to you my spiritual armor, use it. You will defeat the devil in everything; my Spirit will teach you to do it. And behold, all heaven is behind you. Ask of me all that you need and I will freely give it.

I have set you apart unto myself to serve me in all of my great power in this last and final hour, yield to my Spirit and I will teach you all my works.

God's Cure For Depression

2010-11-24T09:44:00.000+07:00

Depression is without a doubt one of the most common problems in our time. Due to the fact depression is so common, it has been called the common cold of emotional diseases. According to Everett Worthington, “depression is a downward spiral begun by loss of control and made worse by lack of energy and negative thinking”. The dictionary defines depression as “a feeling of extreme hopelessness”. This emotion manifests itself in the seeming reactions of: All is lost, I want to quit, I can’t make it.

Unfortunately Christians, even great spiritual leaders, are not exempt from depression. The psalmist David experienced it: “Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me?” (Psalms 42:5). Moses cried out, “I cannot carry all these people by myself; the burden is too heavy for me. If this is how you are going to treat me, put me to death right now.” (Numbers 11:14-15). Elijah, the great prophet, battled depression just one day after his great triumph on Mount Carmel when he challenged the prophets of Baal, and he saw God answer his prayer in a mighty way.

When we look at these biblical heros we realize that depression is no respector of persons. Everyone gets depressed at times. The question thus becomes, what is God’s remedy to cure depression? Let us look at the remedy God provided Elijah for it is one we can all use.

Step 1. Realize that depression is not a sin but a symptom. The way we respond to depression may be sinful, but the emotion itself is not. Sin may lead to depression, but all depression does not come from sin. Depression is like a warning light on a vehicle. The way to turn off the warning light is not to smash it out, but to find the problem. When depression sets in, something deep inside is usually wrong.

Step 2. Restore your physical body. “Then he (Elijah) lay down under the tree and fell asleep. All at once an angel touched him and said, ‘Get up and eat’ “ (I Kings 19:5). God’s remedy involves rest, food, and relaxation. We must never forget the role our bodies play in our emotions. Some people consistently neglect themselves physically. You should get sufficient rest, eat a balanced diet, and exercise regularly.

Step 3. Relinquish your frustration to God. The Lord asked, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” Elijah replied, ‘I have been very zealous for the Lord God Almighty. The Israelites have rejected your covenant, broken down your altars, and put your prophets to death with a sword. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me too’ “ (I Kings 19:9-10). Elijah blew off steam to God and poured out his inner feelings. God allowed Elijah to vent his frustrations without condemning or criticizing him. Regardless how bad our circumstances seem, we should never stop communicating with God. Share your heart. You don’t have to be eloquent or creative; just let God know how you feel. Relinquishing your frustration brings a cleansing of all that has been pushed down inside of you and created these negative emotions.

Step 4. Refresh your awareness of God’s presence. “The Lord said, ‘Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord’ “(I Kings 19:11). Nothing will refresh you like coming into the presence of God and realizing he loves and cares for you regardless of how you feel. God never promised this life would be happy, but he did promise to go with us through all our pain. If you are depressed, spend time alone with your Bible and God. As you read, allow God to speak to you and love you. There is no greater antidepressant than communication and fellowship with God.

Step 5. Redirect your life. God gave Elijah a new assignment. “Go back the way you came, and go to the Desert of Damascus. When you get there, anoint Hazael king over Aram” (I Kings 19:15). The fastest way to defeat depression is to quit drowning in self-pity. Take your eyes off yourself and start looking at the needs of others. Find people who are less fortunate and invest your life in them. When you give yourself to others, God will give to you. Jesus said, “Whosoever loses his life for me will find it” (Matthew 16:25).

Step 6. Renew a friendship. “So Elijah went from there and found Elisha son of Shaphat” (I Kings 19:19). Depressed people need true friends. Don’t battle depression alone. Find a friend who will provide support and encouragement; someone who will help you see circumstances as they are, not as you perceive them. Eugene Kennedy said, “The main business of friendship is to sustain and make bearable each other’s burdens.” Christ can lift you out of depression. He can help you. He can heal you. You don’t have to stumble through life depressed!

A Women With An Issue

2010-11-23T09:27:00.000+07:00

Scripture Ref. Mark 5:25

How many of us can relate to a women with an issue? This woman REALLY had an issue. If we could only imagine all that this woman went through as a result of her "issue". She was considered unclean and anyone who touched her or anything she sat or laid upon was considered unclean.

She was to stay seperated so that she wouldn't cause others to become unclean if they touched her. How humiliating that must have been for this woman who had this issue of blood for twelve long years. She couldn't touch anyone or even come out in public.

How lonely, rejected, and unwanted she must have felt. But this woman had a determination in her. She certainly wasn't a quiter. But I have a feeling she may have been at the end of her rope, so to speak, by the time she heard about Jesus. With one last thrust of determination she pressed through the crowd to touch Jesus because she knew if she could just touch Him she would be made whole.

Have you ever been in a situation that made you feel like this woman must have felt? Is there an "issue" going on in your life that makes you feel unclean, rejected, lonely and abandoned like this woman must have felt? You must press through to Jesus. Press through the crowd of things and even people that seem to be in the way and touch Jesus and He will make you whole. She touched Him with faith in her heart and healing virtue was released from Him. So much so that He turned and said "Who touched Me?" He will do the same for you whether your issue is physical, emotional, or spiritual. Press through and be made whole!

If You Believe It’s A Miracle Then It Is

2010-11-23T09:15:00.000+07:00

Recently, when space became available for me to participate in a program, I felt that it was a miracle from God. As I shared it with others, some said that openings came every day. Some said that someone was always leaving the program and making an opening available. The implication was that my chance to enter the program was nothing unusual, but was a common occurrence.

At first, I started to adopt this attitude about my blessing, but my spirit rose up and said, “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of Lights...James 1:17. Commit thy way unto the Lord, trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass...,” Psalm 37:5.

I believe with all my heart that the way into this program was paved for me by God. I believe I could have easily missed the opportunity by an hour, or by a day. I chose to reject the idea that my blessing is commonplace. I chose to continue to embrace the conviction that it is a special gift from God.

I believe that to allow my faith to flourish like this is to “...draw 'nigh to God and he will draw 'nigh to you...James 4:8,” to become deeply rooted and grounded in Christ Jesus, and to become more sensitive to the Holy Spirit. For me it keeps the door open for His power to work in me and through me for others.

If someone wants you to believe that your miracle is an everyday, common occurrence, cast that attitude down as “…a high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God..,.” II Corinthians 10:5, the knowledge of what you know God has done for you.

A LETTER TO YOU FROM SATAN

2010-11-23T09:10:00.000+07:00

I saw you yesterday as you began your daily chores. You awoke without kneeling to pray. As a matter of fact, you didn't even bless your meals, or pray before going to bed last night. You are so unthankful, I like that about you.

I cannot tell you how glad I am that you have not changed your way of living, Fool, you are mine. Remember, you and I have been going steady for years, and I still don't love you yet. As a matter of fact, I hate you, because I hate God. I am only using you to get even with God. He kicked me out of heaven, and I'm going to use you as long as possible to pay him back.

You see, Fool, GOD LOVES YOU and HE has great plans in store for you. But you have yielded your life to me and I'm going to make your life a living hell. That way we'll be together twice.

This will really hurt God. Thanks to you. I'm really showing Him who's boss in your life. With all of the good times we've had..... We have been watching dirty movies, cursing people out, partying, stealing, lying, hypocriting, fornicating, overeating, telling dirty jokes, gossiping, back-stabbing people, disrespecting adults and those in leadership position, NO respect for the church, bad attitudes: SURELY you don't want to give all this up.

Come on, Fool, let's burn together forever. I've got some hot plans for us. This is just a letter of appreciation from me to you. I'd like to say "THANKS" for letting me use you for most of your foolish life. You are so gullible, I laugh at you. When you are tempted to sin, you give in HA HA HA, you make me sick.

Sin is beginning to take its toll on your life. You look 20 years older, I need new blood. So go ahead and teach some children how to sin. All you have to do is smoke, drink alcoholic beverages, cheat, gamble, gossip, fornicate, and listen to and dance to the top 10 jams. Do all of this in the presence of children and they will do it too. Kids are like that.

Well, Fool, I have to let you go for now. I'll be back in a couple of seconds to tempt you again. If you were smart, you would run somewhere, confess your sins, live for God with what little bit of life that you have left. It's not my nature to warn anyone, but to be your age and still sinning, it's becoming a bit ridiculous. Don't get me wrong, I still hate you...... IT'S JUST THAT YOU'D MAKE A BETTER FOOL FOR CHRIST.

Refuge from the Storm

2010-11-22T07:41:00.000+07:00

Years ago a farmer owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that raged across the Atlantic, wreaking havoc on the buildings and crops.

As the farmer interviewed applicants for the job, he received a steady stream of refusals.

Finally, a short, thin man, well past middle age, approached the farmer. "Are you a good farmhand?" the farmer asked him. "Well, I can sleep when the wind blows," answered the little man. Although puzzled by this answer, the farmer, desperate for help, hired him.

The little man worked well around the farm, busy from dawn to dusk, and the farmer felt satisfied with the man's work.

Then one night the wind howled loudly in from offshore. Jumping out of bed, the farmer grabbed a lantern and rushed next door to the hired hand's sleeping quarters. He shook the little man and yelled, "Get up! A storm is coming! Tie things down before they blow away!" The little man rolled over in bed and said firmly, "No sir. I told you, I can sleep when the wind blows." Enraged by the old man's response, the farmer was tempted to fire him on the spot. Instead, he hurried outside to prepare for the storm.

To his amazement, he discovered that all of the haystacks had been covered with tarpaulins. The cows were in the barn, the chickens were in the coops, and the doors were barred. The shutters were tightly secured. Everything was tied down. Nothing could blow away.

The farmer then understood what his hired hand meant, and he returned to bed to also sleep while the wind blew.

SPIRITUAL TRUTH: When you're prepared, you have nothing to fear. Can you sleep when the wind blows through your life? The hired hand in the story was able to sleep because he had secured the farm against the storm.

We secure ourselves against the storms of life by grounding ourselves firmly in the Word of God.

Father Never Let My Hand Go

2010-11-20T13:23:00.000+07:00

A Little Story…………

Little girl and her father were crossing a bridge.

The father was kind of scared so he asked his little daughter, "Sweetheart, please hold my hand so that you don't fall into the river."

The little girl said, "No, Dad. You hold my hand."

"What's the difference?" Asked the puzzled father.

"There's a big difference," replied the little girl.
"If I hold your hand and something happens to me, chances are that I may let your hand go.
But if you hold my hand, I know for sure that no matter what happens, you will never let my hand go."

In any relationship, the essence of trust is not in its bind, but in its bond. So hold the hand of the person whom you love rather than expecting them to hold Urs...
This Story is too short....... ...but carries a lot of Feelings

The Pink Dress

2010-11-20T08:12:00.000+07:00

There was this little girl sitting by herself in the park. Everyone passed by her and never stopped to see why she looked so sad. Dressed in a worn pink dress, barefoot and dirty, the girl just sat and watched the people go by. She never tried to speak. She never said a word. Many people passed by her, but no one would stop. The next day I decided to go back to the park in curiosity to see if the little girl would still be there. Yes, she was there, right in the very spot where she was yesterday, and still with the same sad look in her eyes.

Today I was to make my own move and walk over to the little girl. For as we all know, a park full of strange people is not a place for young children to play alone. As I got closer I could see the back of the little girl's dress was grotesquely shaped.

I figured that was the reason people just passed by and made no effort to speak to her. Deformities are a low blow to our society and, heaven forbid if you make a step toward assisting someone who is different.

As I got closer, the little girl lowered her eyes slightly to avoid my intent stare. As I approached her, I could see the shape of her back more clearly.

She was grotesquely shaped in a humped over form. I smiled to let her know it was OK; I was there to help, to talk. I sat down beside her and opened with a simple, "Hello".

The little girl acted shocked, and stammered a "hi", after a long stare into my eyes. I smiled and she shyly smiled back. We talked until darkness fell and the park was completely empty. I asked the girl why she was so sad.

The little girl looked at me with a sad face said, "Because, I'm different". I immediately said, "That you are!", and smiled. The little girl acted even sadder and said, "I know."

"Little girl," I said, "you remind me of an angel, sweet and innocent". She looked at me and smiled, then slowly she got to her feet and said, Really?"

"Yes, you're like a little Guardian Angel sent to watch over all those people walking by". She nodded her head yes, and smiled. With that she opened the back of her pink dress and allowed her wings to spread, then she said "I am. I'm your Guardian Angel" with a twinkle in her eye.

I was speechless - sure I was seeing things.

She said, "For once you thought of someone other than yourself. My job here is done".

I got to my feet and said, "Wait, why did no one stop to help an angel?"

She looked at me, smiled, and said, "You're the only one that could see me", and then she was gone.

And with that, my life was changed dramatically.

So, when you think you're all you have, remember, your angel is always watching over you.

Pass this to everyone that means anything at all to you. . . make sure you send it back to the person who sent it to you, to let them know you're glad they care about you.

Like the story says, we all need someone. Every one of your friends is an Angel in their own way.

The value of a friend is measured in the heart.

I hope your Guardian Angel watches over you always.

Be Blessed!!

Birds and Wings

2010-11-20T08:00:00.000+07:00

An old legend says that God first created birds without wings. Sometime later, God made wings and said to the birds, "Come, take up these burdens and bear them." The birds hesitated at first, but soon obeyed. They tried picking up the wings in their beaks, but found them too heavy. Then they tried picking them up wit their claws, but found them too large. Finally one of the birds managed to get the wings hoisted onto its shoulders where it was possible to carry them.

To the amazement of the birds, before long the wings began to grow and they soon had attached themselves to the bodies of the birds. One of the birds began to flap his wings and others followed his example. Shortly afterwards, one of the birds took off and began to soar in the air above.

What had once been a heavy burden now became the very thing that enabled the birds to go where they could never go before...and at the same time, truly fulfill the destiny of their creation. The duties and responsibilities you count as burdens today may be part of God's destiny for your life, the means by which your soul is lifted up and prepared for eternity.

Don't be afraid of pressure. Remember that pressure is what turns a lump of coal into a diamond. You know the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:3,4

Forgiveness is given only after repentance, not before

2010-11-19T21:02:00.000+07:00

If one does forgive that person without his repentance, he is adding to his wickedness that is being committed by him and this will not produce love or any good. It must be understood that repentance must always be first to God and then to the offended member. Repentance means Recognition, Remorse, Rejection and willing to change as a new person. If there is remorse and rejection of a sin, but you don’t recognize the hurt or damage you have caused other person who is a victim, it becomes sin. The root of it that is, it will come back cloaked as something else and cause you to commit the same hurt /sin! No one can force another to forgive. People have their own timing in forgiving.

Produce fruit in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, 'We have Abraham as our father.' Luke 3:8

It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for him to cause one of these little ones to sin. Luke 17:2

When confronted about their sins, some people refuse to admit guilt. They ask, "What sin? What do I have to repent of?" Malachi 3:7

In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. Hebrews 9:22

So watch yourselves. If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him. If he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times comes back to you and says, 'I repent,' forgive him. Luke 17:3-4

I preached that they should repent and turn to God and prove their repentance by their deeds. Acts 26:20

He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy. Proverbs 28:13

Maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished; he punishes the children and their children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation. Exodus 34:7

Perhaps when the people of Judah hear about every disaster I plan to inflict on them, each of them will turn from his wicked way; then I will forgive their wickedness and their sin. Jeremiah 36:3

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest, and repent. Revelation 3:19

In the past God overlooked such ignorance, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent. Acts 17:30

Those who oppose him he must gently instruct, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth. 2 Timothy 2:25

I confess my iniquity; I am troubled by my sin. Psalm 38:18

One can be forgiving and yet rebuke at the same time. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

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2010-11-19T20:41:00.000+07:00

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2009-08-22T18:15:00.004+07:00

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ONLY BELIEVE

2009-08-05T10:59:00.000+07:00

Has that trial in your life been going on so long
That everything in your screams, "This is so wrong."

You can't understand , it seems God is far away
As with tears you cry out to Him everyday,

If read God's Word His truth you will see
That He has a job for you and a job for me,

ONLY BELIEVE! is what He has o say
At His feet this problem will be there one day,

Keep on believing, don't lose hope
He'll give you His grace enabling you to cope,

Keep your eyes on Him as to, to Him you cleave
He has promised He will never forsake you or leave,

Give him time to work it all
The devil just wants you to worry and doubt,

Praising Him is one thing He's looking for
To bless you is what He has in store,

So no matter, even when you song understand
ONLY BELIEVE! that's what move His hand.

The Power of Encouragement

2009-08-03T07:37:00.003+07:00

Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the famous 19th-century poet and artist, was once approached by an elderly man. The old fellow had some sketches and drawings that he wanted Rossetti to look at and tell him if they were any good, or if they at least showed potential talent.

Rossetti looked them over carefully. After the first few, he knew that they were worthless, showing not the least sign of artistic talent. But Rossetti was a kind man, and he told the elderly man as gently as possible that the pictures were without much value and showed little talent. He was sorry, but he could not lie to the man.

The visitor was disappointed, but seemed to expect Rossetti’s judgment. He then apologized for taking up Rossetti’s time, but would he just look at a few more drawings - these done by a young art student?

Rossetti looked over the second batch of sketches and immediately became enthusiastic over the talent they revealed. "These," he said, "oh, these are good. This young student has great talent. He should be given every help and encouragement in his career as an artist. He has a great future if he will work hard and stick to it."

Rossetti could see that the old fellow was deeply moved. "Who is this fine young artist?" he asked. "Your son?"

"No," said the old man sadly. "It is me - 40 years ago. If only I had heard your praise then! For you see, I got discouraged and gave up - too soon."

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2009-07-29T23:33:00.004+07:00

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Come Quickly King of Majestic Glory

2009-07-29T03:08:00.003+07:00

Ever since the beginning of time,
You longed to hold me close.
From the very first day
I called You my King,
I have been only yours.

I come to the mountain alone,
I want to be near You.
To hear Your soft, sweet voice.
You hear every word I whisper,
And I long to run away with You,
From the valleys to the highlands.
My eyes, they cry out to see
Your Majestic Glory!

King of Love,
I am Yours & You are mine.
Hold me in Your arms,
Keep me in Your Spirit.
Gather me into Your wings,
And with the speed of hinds feet,
I will runaway with You!
Over the mountains of spices,
You make my heart sing!
You take me into Your secrete places
With waters gushing like deeps goes to deep,
You baptize me in love.

So I long for the time
when I hear my Beloved say,
"Arise, now is the time,
Come quickly, I'll take you away.
Come with me from Lebanon,
Descend from the crest of Amana,
from the Senir, the summit of Hermon.
You are my garden and I am your fountain
My bride, Streaming down from Lebanon."

Awake, north wind,
And come, south wind!
Blow on my garden,
That its fragrance may spread
As perfume in the air.
Awake Holy Spirit and blow
On my garden, that all may
Taste choice fruits of You.

I long for the Holy Day,
When You take me away.
Now I hold small drops of rain
Of Your love & Mercy..
One day I'll see You come
Like lighting for me..
I have Your Comforting Hope here
But I long for Majestic Glory. A
ll hope may seem gone
But you remain strong
Sending Your love rays.

I have heard You at my heart's door,
Saying, "Open to me, my darling, my dove.
Place me like a seal over your heart"

You are watching over Your gardens.
You are like the dawn,
Fair as the moon,
Bright as the sun,
And as majestic as the stars.
Come away, my King of Love
and like a gazelle w
e will runaway on
the spice-laden mountains
Take me away with You,
Into my Kings chambers.
I will runaway, runaway with You!
When You come quickly
To take me to Your wedding feast.

Forgiveness

2009-07-24T06:38:00.001+07:00

A letter written to a man on death row by the Father of the man whom the man on death row had killed:

You are probably surprised that I, of all people, am writing a letter to you, but I ask you to read it in its entirety and consider its request seriously. As the Father of the man whom you took part in murdering, I have something very important to say to you.

I forgive you. With all my heart, I forgive you. I realize it may be hard for you to believe, but I really do. At your trial, when you confessed to your part in the events that cost my Son his life and asked for my forgiveness, I immediately granted you that forgiving love from my heart. I can only hope you believe me and will accept my forgiveness.

But this is not all I have to say to you. I want to make you an offer -- I want you to become my adopted child. You see, my Son who died was my only child, and I now want to share my life with you and leave my riches to you. This may not make sense to you or anyone else, but I believe you are worth the offer. I have arranged matters so that if you will receive my offer of forgiveness, not only will you be pardoned for your crime, but you also will be set free from your imprisonment, and your sentence of death will be dismissed. At that point, you will become my adopted child and heir to all my riches.

I realize this is a risky offer for me to make to you -- you might be tempted to reject my offer completely -- but I make it to you without reservation.

Also, I realize it may seem foolish to make such an offer to one who cost my Son his life, but I now have a great love and an unchangeable forgiveness in my heart for you.

Finally, you may be concerned that once you accept my offer you may do something to cause you to be denied your rights as an heir to my wealth. Nothing could be further from the truth. If I can forgive you for your part in my Son's death, I can forgive you for anything. I know you never will be perfect, but you do not have to be perfect to receive my offer. Besides, I believe that once you have accepted my offer and begin to experience the riches that will come to you from me, that your primary (though not always) response will be gratitude and loyalty.

Some would call me foolish for my offer to you, but I wish for you to call me your Father.

Sincerely,
The Father of Jesus

Be Still

2009-07-20T08:55:00.002+07:00

Be Still, and Know that I Am God,
My Father said to Me,
And I will fill you with My Peace,
And set your Spirit Free.

You are my Own; I've Chosen You:
You are Precious in My Sight.
Give Me your Heart and I Promise
You I'll be Your Guiding Light.

My Love for you will Never Fade
By your side I'll Always Stay.
My Joy will be your Strength and Shield,
If you'll let Me have My Way.

I'm Standing here with Arms
Outstretched I want to Touch and make You Whole.
Of My Living Waters, Come and Drink,
And I will Quench your Thirsty Soul.

Peace! Be Still! I am with You now,
And no-one could Love You More.
My Love for you will never Die
Of that You can be sure.

That's what my Father said to Me
And I know His Words are true.
I know that He has Set me Free
And He'll do the Same for You.

So just Reach Out, ask Him to Forgive
And Pardon all your Sin.
Ask Him to be your God and King
And He will take You In.

(Psalms 46:10)

A letter for Father

2009-07-16T07:14:00.002+07:00

Dear Daddy,..

Dad, I’m blessed to be your son
You are the man i’ll respect till i die
The greatest gift came from God is you
You has always taught me ’bout care and share
You are someone to look up no matter how tall i’ve grown
You are my Dad

Dad, if all the fathers
Had lined up one by one,
And God told me to pick,
I’d still choose to be your son.
I’m proud to have a father like you
You guides us in all Godly ways
So i will take the right path
and always serve the Lord with praise
I’m glad to be your son

I always feel safe and warm when you are with me
You are the best father
You always help me to make a right choices
Without you Dad, i wouldn’t be the man i am today
You make me feel protected
I’m shelter by your care
You’re always there, when i need you
I’m happy and feel grateful
Knowing that you are my Dad
And as your son, i hope that you know
Thousand words never enough to describe how important you are
I’m thankful that I can depend on you
My love for you continues to grow
I love you Dad..

Your son,

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2009-07-16T07:05:00.001+07:00

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Two of Me

2009-07-15T07:13:00.002+07:00

My choice is despised and my walk is lonely
I seek separation and segregation
Men and women seeking pleasure
A man and woman together
Apart from God's will; Selfish though it is
But very hard to resist

A part of me loathes and despises this
But another part desires it
I'm at war with myself
And when it is over
The only winner or loser
Will be the future one I am with
Did I dishonor her by my action
Or did I uplift

Will she look into the eyes of a man
Tested and strengthened by fire
Or damaged and destroyed by lust and desire
I seek separation
I find it in this paradox called Crucifixion
Die that I might live

Broken, stripped, torn and ripped
That I might live
The power of the Crucifixion
Is the death of me and the birth of me
So in brokenness, I find wholeness
In humility I find esteem
In death I find life
And the only solution for me
Is a paradox called Crucifixion

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2009-07-13T09:13:00.002+07:00

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I am there

2009-07-13T08:12:00.003+07:00

Do you need me?
I am there.
You cannot see me, yet, I am the light you see by.
You cannot hear Me, yet, I speak through your voice.
You cannot feel Me, yet, I am the power at work through your hands.
I am at work, though you do not understand my ways.
I am at work, though you do not recognize my works.
I am not strange visions.
I am no mystery.
Only in absolute stillness, beyond self, can you know Me as I am ~ then
but as a feeling and as a faith.
Yet, I am here.
Yet, I hear.
Yet, I answer.
When you need Me, I am there.
Even if you deny Me I am there.
Even in your fears, I am there.
Even in your pain, I am there.
I am there when you pray and when you do not pray.
I am in you and you are in Me.
Only in your mind can you feel separate from Me, for only in your mind
are the myths of "yours" and "mine."
Yet only in your mind can you know Me and experience Me.
Empty your heart of empty fears. When you get yourself out of the
way, I am there.
You can of yourself do nothing, but I can do all.
And, I am in all.
Though you may not see the good, good is there, for I am there.
I am there because I have to be, for I AM.
Only in Me does the world have meaning.
Only in Me does the world take form.
Only because of me does the world go forward.
I am the law in which the movement of the stars and the growth of living
cells are founded.
I am the Love that is fulfilling.
I am the assurance.
I am the peace.
I am the oneness.
I am the law that you can live by.
I am the Love that you can cling to.
I am your assurance.
I am your peace.
I am the one with you.
I AM.
Though you fail Me, I do not fail you.
Though your faith is in Me is unsure, My faith never waivers, because I
know you, because I love you.
BELOVED, I am there.

Growing Old

2009-07-10T03:26:00.002+07:00

I thought I was prepared for my growing-old days.
I didn't know how the seventies would be.
I thought I'd just sit and enjoy my life
With my rocking chair, my Bible, and me.

At the end of my road there's a payday, I've heard,
And regardless of what I go through,
I should lift up my head, put a smile on my face
And do just what I can do.

I try to think back to when things started to change:
I couldn't walk fast anymore,
The phone would keep ringing, but I was too slow.
And I didn't even hear knocks at the door.

Everything around me's a mess now.
Dirty dishes are piled up --in threes.
And my clothes never learned how to hang themselves up
'Cause they always depended on me.

But I've gotten too tired to work anymore.
My best days are gone. Now I'm old.
If I could recall the days of my youth,
I wouldn't trade them for silver or gold.

I feel like I'm always in somebody's way!
Such a helpless place to be.
While they are still playing, enjoying their life,
It's real hard--just four walls and me.

I remember so well the good times I had.
And the bad times--I got through somehow.
Still, I'm thankful I'm living, that I know who I am,
And I am halfway through "seventies" now.

But here is the part most precious of all
At the end of my seventies, you'll see
When my "red light" turns "green", I'll go as fast as I can,
'Cause Heaven's the next place I'll be!

Doing It Right The First Time

2009-07-03T14:11:00.002+07:00

There was a little girl who had parents that loved her very much. They raised her to go to church and serve the lord with all that she had. She went every time the church had a service and any events that took place. She enjoyed the worship and praising the lord and speaking in tongues and dancing the isles.

Then one day she got old enough to think for her self (at least she thought she was) and she decided to leave the church scene and go out into the world and try some of the stuff that if offered. She went to the pool halls to play pool. Hung out with friends on the street walking up and down through the traffic all day. And she even went to the bars as she got older to have a drink with her friends that she walked the street with all her teen life.

Then one day she found some stuff called drugs. And these drugs made her feel like she was strong and able to do anything. She began to see things in a different light (a light that was dim). But to her amazement she found that this dim light was taking over her life and she could not stop it from shining on her.

Then one day she found herself in a rut. This was a rut that made her feel dirty and lonely. She found herself without real friends and no one who really was there for her. And then as the story goes, she met a man that she loved in her heart. And she wanted to marry him. And he wanted to marry her. But the dim light that was in her life still kept her from seeing clearly. So she could not see the man in the way that she wanted.

And time went on and this girl finally got to marry her man that she loved from her heart. And the marriage was bad. They fought all the time and cheated each other out of things. And made each other learn to hate. And still this girl could not get rid of this dim light.

Then one day as she was being a house wife. There was this light that came to her kitchen that day. It shined so bright that she forgot about the dim one. This light looked familiar to her, she had seen it before. But she had not seen it in a long time. It made her smile and feel warm.

She began to look at it and study it. She noticed this light showed more than the dim one. She began to get into the brighter light each day. It drew her into it. And she finally went into the light so deep that she could see clearly.

She saw her husband in a brand new light. He was loving and compassionate. She saw herself in a new light. She became loving and compassionate. She became soft at heart and learned that this light she was in was the light of Jesus Christ.

He is the light of the world. And when she got into him, she could live life freely and learn new ways that she only missed during her walk in the dim light.
She saw her life was going no where and this bright light gave her a chance to see where she was headed. She noticed she was headed to a place called hell. And this place was real hot. And it was for eternity. And then the bright light led her to another place. A place of peace and joy and comfort. And all this is what she was looking for to begin with.

But she had gotten side tracked for sometime, with this dim light,( fifteen years to be exact ) she followed this bright light and then she began to see that she could do things right. Where she was doing drugs, in this bright light she did not have to do no more. In this bright light, she did not have to hate any more. In this bright light she did not have to cheat and argue any more. And her life got better and better each day. She lives in the bright light each day of her life. And it is the right light.

Six years later and she is still walking in this bright light. She says now, "that she should have done it right the first time and stayed with this bright light." But now that she is back. She is never going to leave it again. She is going to follow this bright light all the way to heaven, that is doing it right the first time.

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2009-07-03T13:35:00.003+07:00

You know, the economic now cant get predictable. We are in the global economic crisis. But we want to get rich. Its impossible with the condition of economic right now. And wait, theres a hope to increase your personal economic. How? With buy gold bullion.

These are stormy financial times. The dollar is weak, the price of oil is rising and of course individuals and small companies are increasingly facing a cash crunch. Investments in stocks have failed, and money is not buying as much as it should.

The big question in your mind is where to invest and how to protect your principle and perhaps weather out the current crisis. Right now the best option for you would be to invest in gold bullion and coins. Investing gold bullion will definitely give assured returns and your principle will also be safe. Since it does not fluctuate wildly, you are spared to tension associated with stocks.

These days, you do not have to invest in a locker or a strong box to keep your investment safe. You can buy gold just like you purchase your mutual funds. Gold has been a popular and safe investment since ancient times. It has a lot of advantages. Governments come and go; financial crisis, wars etc make the global economy uncertain. Gold is a relatively safer way of protecting your money.

Gold has often been called ready cash. The reason is that it is easy to buy gold, sell gold and trade gold. It can be transferred easily. In times of war and economic depression, people prefer to invest in gold. If your company needs to invest in something, it makes excellent sense to buy gold bullion and coins. Follow the rule of investing about ten to twenty percent of your portfolio in the physical form of gold, so that your portfolio is stable. Your small company can easily survive this economic crisis since it will be backed with gold.

Treat your gold like other investments. You can purchase your gold from a gold trader, which may be subject to tax in your country or you can buy tax free gold on the internet.

It is the easiest way to buy gold, store it, trade gold and sell gold. In the current state of world wide political and economic crisis the best investment is gold. It does not experience stock market crashes or slumps like the real estate. The gold markets are steady and do not spiral out of control. These days gold is appreciating since it is the preferred investment, so you will stand to gain.

In case it is investment you are looking for, gold is a safe and sure option you are assured of good return whenever you buy gold to sell gold at higher profits. It has weathered many economic crises. It may not give fast returns, but it grows slowly and steadily

Invitation

2009-07-01T22:26:00.002+07:00

You Are Cordially Invited To A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!!!

Guest of Honor: Jesus Christ

Date: Every day. Traditionally December 25, but He's always around, so the date is flexible..

Time: Whenever you're ready, please don't be too late though, or you'll miss out on all the fun...

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

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

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

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

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

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

R.SV.P.: Very Important! He must know ahead so He can reserve a spot for you at the table. Also, he's keeping a list of His friends for future reference. (He calls it the "Lamb's Book of Life").

Party Being Given By His Kids (That's us) Hope To See You There!

"Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory. For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bride has made herself ready. Fine linen, bright and clean, was given her to wear." (Fine linen stands for the righteous acts of the saints.) ...

'Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb!'

Revelation 19:7-9 NIV

Perfume and cologne are among the common and most used cosmetics.

2009-07-01T21:54:00.004+07:00

If you want to be fragrant, you need some perfume and cologne. Its important for a man or a woman to make more confident in their life. So, lets talk about it.

Perfume and cologne are among the common and most used cosmetics. Long before, usage of perfume was only limited to women but things have changed and men also woke up to the fragrances of perfume and cologne. There are quite a lot of perfume and cologne varieties for the men to choose from. These products are packaged and endorsed in a certain way to attract the target customers.

Preparations of perfume is not a new thing. Since ages perfume is being created by using diverse methods. Perfume is a word that has been derived from a Latin word ‘per fumum.’ This Latin word means ‘through smoke.’ Earlier, a pleasant smelling smoke was used to provide sweet fragrance in the body.

Now, people do not use smoke anymore as perfumes are now prepared by using fixatives solvents, essential oils, fragrance compounds and lot more. The elements are mixed immaculately to provide with pleasant fragrance. There are different varieties of scents in the perfumes. This means that different sets of aromatic compounds are mixed in a solvent to provide different fragrances. Different ranges of perfume and colognes use different combination of essential oils and aromatic compounds. The result of such combination is just irresistible.

There are numerous brands of perfume and cologne but all the brands use certain common ingredients in the products. Perfume oil must be diluted with solvents as direct application of perfume oil can cause irritation on skin This is because these perfume oils includes certain chemical components which are not good to be applied directly on clothing or skin. Also the odor of raw perfume oil is so strong that it better not to apply directly. Some of the perfume brands dilute perfume oil with the neutral-smelling oils like jojoba oil or coconut oil.

How men can use perfume or cologne in the right way? The answer is applying it in three stages- base, mid and top. Top coat makes immediate impression on the nearby persons. The second stage maintains stability of the perfume for long duration and the third stage is essential as there is an evaporation process of the perfume. If the perfume or cologne is used properly, it can provide the fresh feeling all day long.

Cologne is typically for men- This particular body fragrance is just meant for men only. Cologne has its base in Cologne Germany where it is called Eau de Cologne. Generally cologne is prepared by mixing dilute ethanol with different essential oils such as orange, lemon, bergamot, tangerine, lavender oils, neroli, thyme, jasmine, petitgrain and rosemary.

It is a proven fact that fragrance has worked brilliantly in several fields Using a good perfume and cologne boost one’s senses and at the same time it shoots up confidence level. Perfume and cologne also increases enthusiasm, excitement, affection and love. Most importantly, it builds up personality of the person who is wearing perfume or cologne.

Perfumes make statement. Wear a good perfume and people will be able to identify your presence without even watching you. While choosing the perfume remember that you are selecting something that makes straight connection with your personality. Choose a scent that goes well with your appearance and you will be a winner.

The Power of Prayer

2009-06-30T16:31:00.002+07:00

Father, I ask you to bless my friends reading this right now. Lord, show them a new revelation of Your love and power. Holy Spirit, I ask You to minister to their spirit at this very moment. Where there is pain, give them Your peace & mercy. Where there is self doubting, release a renewed confidence in Your ability to work through them. Where there is tiredness, or exhaustion, I ask You to give them understanding, patience, & strength as they learn submission to Your leading.

Where there is spiritual stagnation, I ask You to renew them by revealing Your nearness, and by drawing them into greater intimacy with You. Where there is fear, reveal Your love, and release to them Your courage. Where there is a sin blocking them, reveal it, and break its hold over my friend's life.

Bless their finances, give them greater vision, and raise up leaders, and friends to support, and encourage them. Give each of them discernment to recognize the demonic forces around them, and reveal to them the power they have in You to defeat it. I ask You to do these things in Jesus' name.

Passing this on to anyone you consider a friend will bless you both. Passing this on to one not considered a friend is something I know Christ would do.

Lights and chandeliers make homes beautiful

2009-06-30T15:59:00.004+07:00

Lights is very important things in our lives. Without it we can see anything in the dark. Everybody's need lights. Its very helpful for human being. Theres many way for abusing lights. And we can called it home lighting.

Lights and chandeliers make homes beautiful. Lights and chandeliers are not only functional, but they also aesthetically decorate our homes. Beautiful lights and chandeliers at home evoke a feeling of majestic grandeur such as present in palaces and residences of kings and of the rich.

Are you planning to build your own house, or are you remodeling your present home? Include in your design the installation of beautiful lights and chandeliers. They not only beautify your homes, but they are good investment too. Money are easily spent, and we wonder sometimes where our dollars go. But the necessary things we buy for our homes will always last to bring us joy and happiness.

When we constructed our house, we set aside a budget for lights and chandeliers. It makes us happy always when our friends and visitors appreciate the beauty of our lights and chandeliers at home. It has been 12 years now since we bought our chandeliers, and they are still beautiful and durable.

There are shops at the malls where you can buy beautiful lights and chandeliers at cheaper or fair price. Shop at Lighting & Living or call them online. They have hand-selected top models from refutable manufacturers around the world, and they have the best price guarantee.

Shop now at Lighting & Living and make your homes beautiful and more conducive for healthful living. They provide superior customer service in a pleasant environment. Avail of their sales and promotional prices now, and make a good investment for your homes!

And you'll get the beautiful home lighting. Get it now.

A smile

2009-06-29T09:36:00.002+07:00

A smile changed my life today

A simple gesture, in the sweetest way

I was feeling kind of down

But a smile wiped away my frown

I never thought a simple thing

Could change the whole way that

I think I saw the joy in that persons face

It was like God just showed me his grace

You never know what a small thing can do

So i'll never frown again, how about you?

the ultimate experience in viewing television

2009-06-29T08:32:00.006+07:00

TV is the important things that we need now. We can see anythings in TV. Information, news, sports, politics, movie, etc. But how long are you going to watch television with the outdated cable operator service?

It is time for you to discover the awesomeness in satellite television service. You are missing out on a lot being stuck to the limitations of cable. If you want to get the ultimate experience in viewing television, it is high time you switch to DirectTv. You can get to view tons of channels at DirectTv which is not offered by any cable service provider. Further Direct Tv has the most number of benefits compared to its rival satellite television service providers. Of them the most acclaimed are its high definition capability and breath-taking sound clarity.

These are undoubtedly the most heard buzz words in television industry recently. And if music is what floats your boat, you’ll be thrilled with the musical events on Direct TV system that you won’t see aired anywhere else. It also features a great number of channels that are dedicated only to movies. So, hereafter you don’t have to take a trip to watch your favorite movie, instead you can watch it in the comfort of your living room. And Directv system is greatly renowned for its quality and timely service which kept them at the top the ladder over number of years. So, get yourself a directv as they are flying off the shelves.

So, its time to change. Get it now!

I Took The Wrong Road

2009-06-24T23:45:00.002+07:00

As I came to a turning point in my life
I knew what I was doing was not right

I felt as if a door was locked shut tight
No way to get out try as I might

I did some wrong things that I never would dream
But right then and there good is what it seemed

Everyday I sit back and try to enjoy the good things
But every time in my head old memories ring

I want to break a chain which my problem binds me
But everyway I look hopelessness is what I see

I was dragging all my problems heavily down the road with me
At last I found Jesus which was the key

With his everlasting love he broke the chains that once held me down
It was such a burden lifted off my shoulders that a spun all around

As I look back now compassion is what I see
I see the love that Jesus gave to me

He took my life and place me on the right track
I never ever want to go back

Now that I am on the right road
I feel so much better after Jesus lifted that load

Jesus loves me and all of us
To go to heaven Jesus is a must

He can straighten you out
And but you back on the right route

Now I am on the right road

The colors

2009-06-18T08:40:00.003+07:00

Black and yellow, red and white,

All are precious in God's sight.

All the colors in the sky,

And every color in each eye.

We see the beauty all around,

Why not in all who walk on the ground?

For green is not better than red,

But together create beauty instead.

For every color in God's sight,

Was made and formed, each just right.

For God loves all, just hates our sin,

After all He's our next of kin.

When love is shown from one to another,

A multitude of sin it shall cover.

Each one was created equal in God's eye,

To love one another is the reason why.

So look upon each other with love,

For we all came from God above.

The Other Side of Heaven

2009-06-16T08:33:00.002+07:00

The Other Side of Heaven is a 2001 film produced by Academy Award winner Gerald R. Molen and directed by Mitch Davis and stars Christopher Gorham (as John Groberg) and Anne Hathaway (as Jean Sabin).

Overview

The Other Side of Heaven is about John H. Groberg's experience as a Mormon missionary in the Tongan islands in the 1950s. It is based on the book that he wrote about his experiences, In the Eye of the Storm.

The movie focuses on Groberg's adventurous experiences and trials while serving as a missionary in the South Pacific. While portraying these events, the film refrains from being preachy and discusses little LDS theology, instead portraying what LDS missionaries used to have to deal with during their missions.

Plot

During the 1950s, John Groberg, who grew up in Idaho Falls, is called on a mission to Tonga. There he will spend three years as Elder Groberg (the title "Elder" reflecting his holding of the office of Elder in his church's Melchizedek priesthood) teaching about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His first adventures are just in getting there, including a short time in a Fijian jail.

When Elder Groberg does get to Tonga, he is sent to a group of remote islands. There he is partnered with a Tongan, Feki, who speaks English. But Elder Groberg finds that what he has learned of the Tongan language is severely deficient, so he studies intensely to become proficient. (After this point in the movie, subtitles are no longer used when people are speaking the native language). Then Elder Groberg must learn to deal with the culture.

The island's minister tells the people not to listen to the missionaries. Later, he even sends three men to beat up the missionaries. But one of them, Tomasi, had been baptized a Mormon, so Elder Groberg and Feki were spared. This man later begins coming to the meetings and is chosen by Elder Groberg to be one of his counselors to the local congregations.

A local young woman, at the behest of her family, attempts to seduce Elder Groberg. She eventually relents because he is saving himself for Jean, the young woman he left back home. Some of the narrative of the story is told through the letters that Elder Groberg and Jean write to each other throughout the story. John and Jean marry at the end of the movie, after Elder Groberg's mission is complete.

While travelling at sea, Elder Groberg and his two counselors are caught in a large storm. He is washed overboard and is in fear of his life. He is later rescued.

The climax of the movie is when a hurricane hits the island. Many of the trees had been stripped bare, homes had been destroyed and many people had been killed. The remaining leaders have people gather up what food and fresh water is available so that rationing can begin. But the supply boat takes much longer than anticipated. The inhabitants of the island begin dying of starvation and dehydration. Elder Groberg is himself close to death when the island's minister gives him the last of his food, because he is old and Elder Groberg is young. When the supply boat does arrive, the minister is found to have died. The minister is given a very honorable funeral.

Cast

* Christopher Gorham - John H. Groberg
* Anne Hathaway - Jean Sabin
* Joe Folau - Feki
* Nathaniel Lees - Kelepi
* Miriama Smith - Lavania
* Alvin Fitisemanu - Tomasi

Trivia

* The release of this movie was delayed for the release of the other Disney film, The Princess Diaries, also starring Anne Hathaway. It was hoped that the success of that film would garner a following for Hathaway and bring in extra earnings for this film.

* This is not a true Disney Film. Disney only had part in the DVD release. It was made by Excel Entertainment Group.

* Anne Hathaway tried out for the part in The Princess Diaries during filming of this movie. She was not needed until the final few weeks of shooting for the movie.

God hath not promised

2009-06-15T10:07:00.003+07:00

God hath not promised
Skies always blue
Flower strewn pathways
All our lives through

God hath not promised
Sun without rain
Joy without sorrow
But god hath promised light for the way

Strength for the day
Rest for the labor
Grace for the trials
Unfailing symphaty and undying love

Alfabet Father

2009-06-12T15:41:00.002+07:00

Always trust your children to God's care.

Bring them to church.

Challenge them to high goals.

Delight in their achievements.

Exalt the Lord in their presence.

Frown on evil.

Give them love.

Hear their problems.

Ignore not their childish fears.

Joyfully accept their apologies.

Keep their confidence.

Live a good example before them.

Make them your friends.

Never ignore their endless questions.

Open your heart to their love.

Pray for them by name.

Quicken your interest in their spirituality.

Remember their needs.

Show them the way of salvation.

Teach them to work.

Understand they are still young.

Verify your statements.

Wean them from bad company.

eXpect them to obey.

Yearn for God's best for them.

Zealously guide them in Bible truth.

God's Mate Selection

2009-06-11T18:34:00.002+07:00

Everyone longs to give himself or herself completely to someone, to have a deep and committed soul relationship with another, to be loved thoroughly and unconditionally.

But God says: No, not until you are satisfied, fulfilled and content with being loved by Me alone, with giving yourself totally, unreservedly to Me alone.

I love you, My child, and until you discover that only in Me is your satisfaction to be found, you will not be capable of the perfect human relationship that I have planned for you. You will never be united with another until you are united with Me; exclusively of anyone or anything else; exclusively of any other desires and belongings.

I want you to stop planning, stop wishing and allow Me to give you the most thrilling plan existing -- one that you can't imagine. I want you to have the very best. Please allow Me to bring it to you.

Just keep your eyes on Me, expecting the greatest things.
Keep experiencing that satisfaction knowing that I AM.
Keep learning and listening to the things I tell you.
You must be patient.

Don't be anxious.
Don't worry.
Don't look around at the things others have.
Don't look at the things you think you want.
Just keep looking up to Me, or you will miss what I want to give you.

And then, when you are ready, I will surprise you with a love far more wonderful than you could ever dream. You see, until you are ready, and until the one I have for you is ready (I am working even this minute to have both of you ready at the same time), until you are both satisfied exclusively with Me and the life I have prepared for you, you won't be able to experience the love that exemplifies your relationship with Me .. and this is perfect love.

Transformation

2009-06-09T15:54:00.001+07:00

A beautiful thing happens to a caterpillar when it becomes a butterfly. The caterpillar sits around and does nothing but eat all day.

One day it experiences a change. It goes through a cocoon. It experiences hunger, confusion, questioning why it is going through so much pain.

Then the butterfly slowly breaks free and is a beautiful creation that God created.

We as Christians are the same way in our walk with God. We go through trials and triumphs with pain and grief. We question our reasons for living. Yet our hard times make us stronger and beautiful God-pleasers.

Is Sin More fun

2009-06-08T17:11:00.003+07:00

A mother told her young son to go to bed and be sure to say his prayers and ask God to make him a good boy. The boy's father, passing by the bedroom, overheard his son praying: " And make me a good boy if You can; and if You can't, don't worry about it, 'cause I'm having fun the way I am."

Does this sound familiar? How many times do we think this? I do not think that anyone would admit it, but we all know that sin is fun. Why is it fun? It should not be, but it is, because it is easy and it gives instant gratification. That is not what God calls us to do though. It has been said that the things that mean the most, that are most important and meaningful, are the things that we have to work for.

That is the way the Christian life is. First of all we have to work to be obedient. It is a constant battle to do what is right, but the end result is much better than the instant gratification that we get the other way. I heard a sermon one time about choices. We all have choices, but what we have to live with is the consequences. What I do today will never change, but the consequence of that choice is something that I will have to live with. My challenge to you is to think about what you do and make sure that it is God's will that you do it. Does this situation look like it will be in God's plan? Will it glorify him? That is a question that we should always be asking.

John 8:34,36 - Jesus replied, "I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

Prayer: Lord, deliver us from the blindness that deceives itself into thinking that sin is more fun. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen.

The words of an engraving from the cathedral of Lubeck, Germany, beautifully reflect our Lord's teaching here:

"Thus speaketh Christ our Lord to us, You call Me master and obey Me not, you call Me light and see Me not, you call Me the way and walk Me not, you call Me life and live Me not, you call Me wise and follow Me not, you call Me fair and love Me not, you call Me rich and ask Me not, you call Me eternal and seek Me not, if I condemn thee, blame Me not.

Even If

2009-06-05T21:11:00.002+07:00

Do you at times feel helpless
Like a ship against the tide?
You feel the darkened waters
Constant crashing 'gainst the side?

You're in tumultuous waters
You have been tossed to and fro
Your thoughts are turning frantic
And the tides too strong to row

You're out in the great open
At the mercy of the sea
And suddenly you're feeling
All your inadequecies

Feeling so awfully helpless
Forces out of your control
For they are so much bigger
Without help, affect your soul

There is one force that's greater
That is stronger than the rest
It is our Lord Almighty
For solutions, He's the best

When you're feeling tossed about
And your future's looking bleak
May it be God you call for
And the first one that you seek

For He's the greatest calmer
Greatest peace you'll ever find
When our own understanding
Leads us in these waters blind

He is always there for us
We need give control to Him
And let the Lord take over
When you're just too tired to swim

For He is your protector
Safely carry you ashore
So call on Him and trust

Him Let His love for you outpour

What Do Angels Look Like?

2009-06-03T22:33:00.003+07:00

Like the little old lady who returned your wallet yesterday.

Like the taxi driver who told you that your eyes light up the world, when you smile.

Like the small child who showed you the wonder in simple things.

Like the poor man who offered to share his lunch with you.

Like the rich man who showed you that it really is all possible, if only you believe.

Like the stranger who just happened to come along, when you had lost your way.

Like the friend who touched your heart, when you didn't think you had one to touch.

Angels come in all sizes and shapes, all ages and skin types.

Some with freckles, some with dimples, some with wrinkles, some without.

They come disguised as friends, enemies, teachers, students, lovers and fools.

They don't take life too seriously, they travel light.

They leave no forwarding address, they ask nothing in return.

They wear sneakers with gossamer wings, they get a deal on dry cleaning.

They are hard to find when your eyes are closed,

But they are everywhere you look, when you choose to see.

The Right Shoes In The Right Event

2009-06-02T16:41:00.005+07:00

In this time, what we wear its very important. The one of this is shoes. In every event or weather we always use a different shoes.

For example on sport event. On Athletic, we must using a special use. We call it Running Shoes. We cant wear any shoes for sport. Its special and we must smart to choose the best quality of shoes. Its decisive for the result.

Based on the weather, in rainning day, we cant use the sport shoes. We must use the special shoes too. We call it Rain Boots. This boot is very usefull. So dont fribble on this boots. You will really need this boot someday. It will make your feet save and dry on the rainning day.

The last, on the special event. Wedding party. You must look so great when you came onto a wedding party. The dress and shoes must be suitable. So you must use a Wedding Shoes. The special shoes on this special event. You will fell comfort if you use the right dress and the right shoes in the right event.

All example shoes on the top is very important. You can choose the different models and color. So enjoy it when you use the one of that shoes.

Memmo From God

2009-06-02T04:03:00.003+07:00

Today I will be handling all of your problems.
Please remember that I do not need your help.

If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle, do not
attempt to resolve it.
Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for God to do) box.
It will be addressed in My time, not yours.

Once the matter is placed into the box, do not hold on to it.
If you find yourself stuck in traffic; Don't despair.
There are people in this world for whom
driving is an unheard of priviledge.

Should you have a bad day at work;
Think of the man who has been out of work for years.

Should you despair over a relationship gone bad;
Think of the person who has never known
what it's like to love and be loved in return.

Should you grieve the passing of another weekend;
Think of the woman in dire straits,
working twelve hours a day, seven days a week to feed her children.

Should your car break down, leaving you
miles away from assistance;
Think of the paraplegic who would love the
opportunity to take that walk.

Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror;
Think of the cancer patient in chemo who
wishes she had hair to examine.

Should you find yourself at a loss and
pondering what is life all about, asking what is my purpose?
Be thankful. There are those who didn't
live long enough to get the opportunity.

Should you find yourself the victim of
other people's bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities;
Remember, things could be worse.
You could be them!!!!

Should you decide to send this to a friend; You might brighten someone's day!

Just For Today

2009-05-29T16:50:00.004+07:00

Trust God one day at a time!

Just for today! I will begin the day by praying: "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." (Psalm 118:24)

Just for today! I will say, "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength." (Philippians 4:13)

Just for today! I will not worry about my needs, for "...my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:19)

Just for today! I will not fear, "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity; but a spirit of power, of love, and of self-discipline." (II Timothy 1:7)

Just for today! I will not harbor doubt and lack faith, for "...without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." (Hebrews 11:6)

Just for today! I will not lack strength, for "...the Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1b)

Just for today! I will not admit defeat, for God "...always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ, ..." (II Corinthians 2:14b)

Just for today! I will not lack wisdom, for, "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask Cod, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." (James 1:5)

Just for today! I will not feel condemned, for "..., there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." (Romans 8:1)

Just for today! I will not be worried or frustrated: "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." (I Peter 5:7)

Just for today! I will not be depressed, "...for his compassion's never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." (Lamentations 3:22b,23)

Just for today! I will not feel alone for Jesus said, "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:20b)

Just for today! I will not be discontented, "...for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances." (Philippians 4:llb)

Just for today! I will not feel worthless, for "God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God." (II Corinthians 5:21)

Just for today! I will not be confused, "For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace…" (I Corinthians 14:33a KJV)

Just for today! I will not let the pressures of life bother me, when Christ said, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33b)

Just for today! I will not feel like a failure, when "…in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." (Romans 8:37)

How To Face Another Day

2009-05-28T18:30:00.002+07:00

No one knows why we can't see God,

Why we can't hear God,

Why we can't hold God.

It sometimes makes you feel alone

knowing that the only person who

is always there for you,

cannot physically touch your life.

But God can see us,

And God can hear us,

And God can love us!

So trust that He is always

listening, looking, and loving

Because He has promised to be there for us!

Wisdom

2009-05-27T23:28:00.002+07:00

I have in my hands two boxes
which God gave me to hold
He said, "Put all your sorrows in the black,
And all your joys in the gold."

I heeded His words, and in the two boxes
Both my joys and sorrows I stored
But though the gold became heavier each day
The black was as light as before

With curiosity, I opened the black
I wanted to find out why
And I saw, in the base of the box, a hole
Which my sorrows had fallen out by

I showed the hole to God, and mused aloud,
"I wonder where my sorrows could be."
He smiled a gentle smile at me."
"My child, they're all here with me."

I asked, "God, why give me the boxes,
Why the gold, and the black with the hole?"
"My child, the gold is for you to count your blessings,
The black is for you to let go."

We should consider all of our friends a blessing.
Send this to a friend today just to let them know you are
thinking of them and that they are a joy in your life.
A ball is a circle, No beginning, no end.

It keeps us together Like our Circle of Friends
But the treasure inside for you to see
is the treasure of friendship
You've granted to me.
Today I pass the friendship ball to you.
Pass it on to someone who is a friend to you.....

Don't Quit

2009-05-26T17:05:00.003+07:00

When things go wrong as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
When the funds are low and the debts are high,
And you want to smile but you have to sigh,

When care is pressing you down a bit...
By all means pray, and don't you quit.
Success is failure turned inside out,
God's hidden gift in the clouds of doubt.

You never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems afar.
So trust in the Lord
when you're hardest hit...
It's when things go wrong
that you must not quit!

Learn To Lean

2009-05-25T17:08:00.001+07:00

It took me forever, Lord, to learn how to lean.
To leave my friends — as you lovingly began to wean.
I know I was stubborn, and I dug in my heels,
And when you applied pressure — did I ever squeal.

It was a concept, Lord, that I just hadn't learned,
And obviously . . . I was not too much concerned.
But as my old leaning-posts were taken away,
Routine confidence . . . began rapidly to fray.

Then your Holy Spirit, made it abundantly clear,
To you alone, Lord, must I unltimately adhere.
Only in your word and Spirit, may I ever grow strong,
As you continue to teach me, a blessed new song.

It is not in friends and others, that I will understand.
All my strength and wisdom, must come to me firsthand.
No longer can another, walk me through the task,
For only in Your guidance, may I safely bask.

Keep on teaching me Lord, and keep me close to you.
(For without you beside me — I haven't got a clue.)
I belong to you Lord — I am your creation . . .
I want only to praise you — without cessation!

The Wings Of Prayer

2009-05-20T04:34:00.002+07:00

Just close your eyes and open your heart,

Feel your worry and cares depart.

Just yield yourself to the Father above,

Let Him hold your secure in His love.

For life on earth grows more involved

With endless problems that can't be solved.

But, God only asked us to do our best,

Then He will take care of and finish the rest

So when you're tired, discouraged and feeling blue,

There is always a door open for you,

That is the door to the house of prayer,

You'll find God waiting to meet you there.

The house of prayer is not further away

Than the quiet place where you kneel to pray

For the heart is a temple when God is there,

When we place ourselves in His loving care.

He hears every prayer, and answers each one,

when we pray in His name~Thy will be done

The burdens that seemed too heavy to bare,

Are lifted away on THE WINGS OF PRAYER

How To Increase Your Faith

2009-05-14T00:36:00.003+07:00

The Bible says that God gives everyone the same measure of faith. But how do we arrive at the point of being absolutely certain that God can and will do what He promised, that He will take care of us and love us despite everything that happens or will happen?

By knowing God intimately. By hearing His promises. And by applying His promises to our lives.

In Romans 10, we discover that faith comes by hearing the Word of God. A lot of us Christians think that what Paul said only applies to unbelievers; however, what he said also applies to us who are already believers. See, when we’re given the faith to believe, not only are we hearing the promises that God made with our ears, but we’re also hearing His Word with our hearts and our spirits. And when we believe God’s Word, our thinking changes; His Word becomes intertwined with our everyday thinking and our faith is increased. As our faith grows, we begin to automatically apply His promises to our own lives and we no longer doubt His power and His depth of love for us.

When our faith is increased, we begin to see that the promises that God made not only pertain to the men and women of old, but they’re also for us as well, they apply those of us who are living in the here and now.

Another way to increase our faith is by experience.

In Luke 12:24, Jesus said: “Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?” Despite this, even us believers can derail our own faith by believing that if we don’t take care of everything ourselves, then no one else will, but that kind of thinking is flawed. Perhaps this thinking came from society.

See what I’m saying?

I grappled with Luke 12:24 for a long time. I was constantly worried about putting food on the table, buying clothing for my kids, and everything else. Because I didn’t listen fully to what He promised, I worked like a dog to provide everything for myself, I never enjoyed life. I didn’t trust God completely.

Finally, as I learned to step back and quit trying to do everything myself, and I began to trust in the Lord to provide me with everything I needed, the Lord came through each time. As a consequence, my faith increased. Hopefully, you’ll learn far sooner than I did that if you’ll step back and let God take care of you, He will indeed fulfill His promises in your life too. I pray that soon you’ll be able to say with absolute certainty: “It’s the Lord Who takes care of me, not me.”

Listen, my own mother, who claimed that she was an atheist up until she was near death, had absolute faith in God. She knew without a doubt that God would come through for her and He always did. If she can have faith like that, then so can we.

In Matthew 17:20, Jesus said: “If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.” (KJV) The key here is to realize that it’s not us moving those mountains, but God. Apart from God, we can do nothing. If we’ll just step back and let Him strut His stuff in our lives, miracles will happen. If we step back, take our own egos out of the equation, and let Him fulfill the promises He made then those mountains will be moved and our tiny little mustard seed of faith that Jesus mentioned in Matthew 20 will grow into a huge tree.

Verses to consider:

1 Pet.3:9
Romans 1:17
Romans 8:1-39

No One Can Touch You Like Jesus Can

2009-05-12T06:04:00.001+07:00

Life doesn't kiss away the pain
All the hurt you can't explain
When you're wounded by a brother.
But He takes you underneath his wings
And mends your broken wings
He can love you like no other
Like no other

No one can touch you like Jesus can
No on can give you piece you can not understand
No one can bind your wounds but nail scarred hands
No one can touch you like Jesus can.

Hands that touched the blind the lame
Are now in so much pain
From nails that truely pierced them.
But from His side flows liquid love
It was a power from up above
It brings hope and Restoration.

No one can touch you like Jesus can
No one can give you piece you can not understand
No one can bind your wounds but nail scarred hands
No one can touch you like Jesus can.

God Is Never Far Away

2009-05-08T16:40:00.002+07:00

God isn't far away

But surrounds you with his love.

It was him who opened your eyes this morning,

It is his strength

That will carry you through this day,

And it is in his peace

That your heart will find rest tonight.

God isn't far away.

He is the light of this day.

He is the sky above you,

And the earth beneath you,

And the life of every living thing.

God isn't far away.

He is in every smile,

In every thought that gives you hope,

In every tear that waters your soul,

In every moment you can't face alone.

God isn't far away.

He is the love on a loved one's face,

He is in the friends along the way,

In strangers you've yet to meet,

And blessings you've yet to receive.

God isn't far away.

He is in every good thing that touches you.

He is in every step you make

And every breath you take.

God is not far away For he is with you Always.........

God My Father

2009-05-06T17:21:00.002+07:00

I never really thought Lord,
What you meant to me;
I never dream'd with out your love,
How empty life would be.
I never stopped to think Lord,
That by denying you;
I was losing everything,
I now hold dear and true.
You opened up my eyes Lord,
And brought me back to you;
You healed my heart, took my sin,
And made my life anew.

So thank you God my Father,
For the love you give to me;
Thank you God my Father,
For your Son who set me free,
Thank you God my Father,
For never letting go; And for you Holy Spirit,
Who has set my heart aglow.
Thank you God my Father,
May I always worship you?
May I always reflect your grace?

In everything I do.

Change

2009-05-04T16:12:00.003+07:00

I sit and think of what I used to be.

It wasn't me it was what everyone else wanted to see.
I had to change to fit in the crowd.
My kindness and unbroken rules were not allowed.

Soon drugs were my only option to be cool.
But now I can only think that I was such a fool.
I was a fool to not do what I knew was right.
I gave-in to soon and thought that I had lost the fight.

But now I realize that the devil didn't win!
For I have repented of every sin.
I did what is good again when I turned to the Lord.
He became exactly what I wanted and changed my whole world.

I choose now to not follow but to leave.
I have found what I truly want in life, everything I need.
With the Lord's helping hand I have now found a way.

And I truly know that if lean on him, I can conquer all the battles that I face every day.

Decision of The Father

2009-04-28T08:20:00.002+07:00

After some praise has singing as usual on sunday, the pastor rose up and slowly walk to the pulpit and preach.

"A father and son and friend to his son went sailing the Pacific Ocean," he started, "when the storms come up quickly and no way to go back to the land. Wave is very high, so even if the father is an experienced sailor, he can not control the boat so that they fall down to sea. "

The pastor stop a moment and consider the two teenagers who listen to stories with full attention. He continue, "With the rope holding savior, the father must make very difficult decisions in his life .... To the child which he will throw the rope. He only had a few seconds to make decisions. "

The father knew that his son was a partaker of Christ, and he knew that the friend is yet. Struggle that accompanies the decision making process is not can be compared with the violent waves. When the father said, "I love you, son!" He threw the rope to a friend of his son. And save him to the boat, his son has disappeared out in the darkness swallow waves in the night. His body not found. "
When the two teenagers who sat in the front, waiting for the next words of the pastor. "The father," the pastor continue, "know that his children will go into eternity and be saved by Jesus, and he was not able to imagine if his friend step in eternity without Jesus. Therefore, it is sacrificing its own children. How great the love of God, so that he do the same to us. "The pastor back to his chair.

Some time later, two teenagers sitting on the side of the pastor. "The story is interesting," a teenager start with polite conversation, "but I think that is not realistic for the father to give up living with her son only hope that the friend of his son will be the a Christian. "

"Yes, once you are correct," answered the pastor. And then He looked both young people ith a wide smile and face and said, "Of course it is not realistic isn’t? But I here to tell you the story that opened my eyes about what actually happens when God gives his Son for me. You know ... I am a friend of his son. "

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2009-04-24T14:23:00.003+07:00

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The Greatest is Love

2009-04-22T17:06:00.005+07:00

And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love (1 Corinthians 13:13 NKJV).

Faith : Without it, there would be no Christianity, or any other religion in the world for that matter. We talk of coming to faith in Christ, living a life of faith, and often laud those in Scripture and in modern times who are known for their faith. The value of faith cannot be disputed. In fact, Hebrews 11:6 states, "But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God, must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him" Without faith, we couldn't come to Christ, and without faith, we couldn't walk in obedience to Him. Faith is what often gets us through times that are tough. In a sense it is closely related to hope.

Hope is what keeps us going when whatever situation we are facing seems impossible. Hope is the expectation that we will obtain something specific we desire. Think of how life would be without hope. Hope is there for the single mom who doesn't know how she is going to feed her children and keep a roof over their heads. Such a woman desires a better life for her children, and is filled with the expectation of what it will be like to see that dream fulfilled. She might give up, if it wasn't for the hope that some type of breakthrough was right around the corner. Dreamers and visionaries are filled with hope. It is a gift from God that can help bring joy in the midst of very difficult circumstance. Hope encourages us that victory is imminent. Would you want to live without hope?

I wouldn't want to live a life without faith, and I wouldn't want to live a life without hope. However, in spite of how wonderful, important, and life-changing both faith and hope are, they pale in comparison to love. The Bible states that love is greater than both faith and hope.

What makes love so amazing? For starters, it is what motivated the Father to send His only Son to die for us. Without love, there would have been no redemption for mankind. Not only would we be without love, but without the redemption that was precipitated by love, there would also be no faith, and no hope. You see, nothing else matters, without love. It is foundational for every other good thing in our lives.

Father, I pray that You will put within us a spirit of love. Help us to grow in this fruit, so that we can better serve You and others. We thank You for all of the wonderful gifts You have given us, including faith and hope, but we want to specifically thank You for the gift of love that supersedes all other gifts. Amen. special thaks to making money on line

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Six Things A Christian Can Do To Immediately Begin To Grow Spiritually

2009-04-20T18:27:00.003+07:00

As Christians, how do we arrive at a time in our lives when we say, “Aha! Now I see!”? How do we have those breakthrough moments when we’re certain that we’ve experienced true spiritual growth?

In this article, I have listed six things that we can start doing to immediately experience spiritual growth. Not only that, but if we continue to do those things consistently, then we’re guaranteed to keep growing spiritually. And when we grow spiritually, we’ll naturally walk closer to the Lord.

1. Spending one-on-one time with God is a big way we can grow spiritually.

We can do this through prayer, not necessarily doing all the talking either. If we're still and we're listening for God's still, small voice, we'll hear Him.

2. By reading His Word.

By increasing our knowledge of the Lord, and then applying it to our lives, we’ll be like a well tended plant that has grown to become luxuriant and vibrant with health. If we take the time to get to know the Lord personally, we’ll pulsate with so much life that others can’t help but notice that we’ve grown spiritually. If you pray and ask the Lord to open your eyes and heart to the truth before you begin to study the Bible, the Holy Spirit will teach you things about God that you never realized. One of my favorite verses regarding this is in Job 32:8 where it says: “But it is the spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.” No matter how young or old you happen to be, God is always willing to take the time to teach you about Himself. All you have to do is seek His face.

As I’ve said before, if your life is hectic, do what I do. Take your Bible with you into the bathroom and either close the lid on the toilet or read it while your soaking in the bathtub. If your family values privacy, only the most daring will disturb you in there. Other people awaken early in order to get their “face time” with God. Still others stay awake in order to have that precious time with the Lord. During your alone times with God, as God is teaching you about Himself, you’ll experience spiritual growth.

3. Doing our best not to sin.

By turning away from temptation, by slamming the door shut on Satan, not only will we experience true spiritual growth, but we’ll also grow stronger in the Lord. Just like when Adam and Eve hid themselves when they realized that they sinned, we tend to do the same thing. The entire time that we’re trying to conceal our sin, we’re avoiding God, which will cause us to experience a setback spiritually. Conversely, if you do sin, take that sin to the Lord, tell Him about it and do your darndest to never do it again.

4. If we’re walking in the Spirit we’ll grow spiritually.

But we can’t walk in the Spirit with just our minds, we have to be in step with the Holy Spirit in our hearts, minds, and spirits. When we’re walking in the Spirit, we’re automatically attuned to the Spirit of God. While we’re walking in the Spirit, we’re listening to Him and doing what He’s leading us to do without question, without hesitation. As we’re obeying Him, even though our minds are telling us that what He wants us to do makes no sense, we’re telling our minds, our intellect, to sit in the back seat and shut up.

II Timothy 3:16-17 tells us that all scripture comes from the mouth of God.

5. Not only must we believe in God.

But we must believe everything He says and apply it to our everyday lives. God commanded Moses and the other authors of the books within the Bible to write those books so that we would have a way to learn about God. Without it, all of us would be lost. Because all of God’s Word is the truth, if we’re doing our best to measure up to what God expects of us, we can’t help but grow spiritually.

On the other hand, if we’re not applying God’s Word to our lives every day, and we’re not willing to believe that the entire Bible is the true Word of God, then our growth will be stymied and we’ll become like the slime on the surface of a stagnant pool or water. Yuck!

6. Through experience.

As we learn that we really can put all of our faith and trust in God, and that not only do God’s promises pertain to the men and women of the Biblical times, but it also applies to us who are living in the here and now, we’ll grow spiritually.

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When God Said, No!

2009-04-17T20:52:00.004+07:00

I asked God to take away my habit. God said, no!
Its not for Me to take away, but for you to give it up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole. God said, no!
His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience. God said, no!
Patience is a by product of tribulations ; it isn't granted, it is learned.

I asked God to give happiness. god said, no!
I give you blessings ; happiness is up to you.

I asked God to spare me from pain. God said, no!
Sufferings draws you apart from wordly cares and brings you closer to Me.

I asked God to make my spirit grow ; God said, no!
You must groe on your own! But I will prune you to make you fruitful.

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life. God said, no!
I will give you life, so that ou may enjoy all things!

I asked God help to LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said... Ahhh, finally you have the idea!

My First Awards

2009-04-16T23:22:00.003+07:00

This day i got awards from my beloved friend, t2nez. I read on my Shout Box and he says like this " Bro, ada award dari ku di link jangan lupa diambil yah. GBU ". Its a great moment and thanks very much for my beloved friend t2nez for his awards that he gave to me. God Bless You.

The Lord is my Shepherd

2009-04-14T23:24:00.002+07:00

The Lord is my Shepherd... THAT'S RELATIONSHIP!

I shall not be in want... THAT'S SUPPLY!

He makes me lay down in green pastures... THAT'S REST!

He lead me beside quiet waters... THAR'S REFRESHMENT!

He restores my soul... THAT'S HEALING!

He guide me on paths of righteousness... THAT'S GUIDANCE!

For His name's sake... THAT'S PURPOSE!

Even though i walk through the valley of the shadow of death... THAT'S CHALLENGE!

I will fear no evil... THAT'S ASSURANCE!

For You are with me... THAT'S FAITHFULNESS!

Your rod and Your staff they confort me... THAT'S SHELTER!

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.. THAT'S HOPE!

You anoint my head with oil... THAT'S CONSECRETION!

My cup overflows... THAT'S ABUNDANCE!

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life... THAT'S BLESSING!

And I will dwell in the house of the Lord... THAT'S SECURITY!

Forever... THAT'S ETERNITY!

The Gift of Salvation

2009-04-09T23:21:00.003+07:00

God loves each and every one of us so much. He loves us beyond comprehension. He offers us the most beautiful gift. It is the gift of salvation. He offers us the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ, His Only Begotten Son.

John 3 : 16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Why does man need Salvation?

Romans 6 : 23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

We have all broken God's commandments and for that reason, mankind is lost spiritually. The Bible says that the "wages of sin is death". What is a wage? It is what you earn. We have all sinned and therefore we all have earned death. The Bible says in Ezekiel 18 : 20, "The soul that sinneth, it shall die." Man has broken God's commandments. Sin separates man from God.

The Lord God is holy and cannot have sin in His presence. The Bible tells us that even if a person breaks just one commandment, it is like breaking them all. James 2 : 10 tells us: "For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all." This means that even if you break one commandment, it is as if you broke them all for you stand guilty before the Holy God. That is God's Holy standard. None of us have kept every commandment. We have broken God's Law. We are all sinners. God’s justice requires that sin receive its full penalty.

The suffering and sacrificial death of the Lord Jesus upon the cross satisfied the requirements of God’s justice. Jesus Christ died for our sins. He suffered the penalty of the Law we had broken. Jesus suffered our punishment-- He took our place.

I John 4 : 14 And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

God loves us and He desires to have a close relationship with us but sin separates us from God. The Bible tells us that ALL on this earth have sinned and have fallen short of God's glory. When Adam and Eve first sinned in the Garden of Eden, they brought sin upon all mankind and the close fellowship that they had with God was no longer possible because of their sin.

The Lord instructed man to make unblemished animal sacrifices for their sin. The Bible tells us that "For without the shedding of blood, there is no remission for sin." The blood of these animals covered man's sins but the blood of animals could not actually take sins away. God had a wonderful plan to restore mankind unto Himself. This plan would take away the sins of the world. God sent His only Begotten Son to become a man and to shed His blood and to die for our sins.

The Lord Jesus never sinned and therefore willingly died for us -- being the perfect and holy sacrifice for our sins. Our sins were laid upon Him as He died for us.

It was prophesied in the Old Testament, hundreds of years before Christ Jesus came, that Messiah would die a terrible death and would save His people from their sins and be raised from the dead.

In the Book of Isaiah, we read that Messiah would die for our iniquities:

Isaiah 53 : 5,6 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.

The Lord Jesus said:
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.

There is no other way to Heaven except through the Lord Jesus Christ. We all have sinned but He, being sinless, paid the price for our sins. He died in our place. Notice in the above passage of Isaiah 53 : 6 that the Lord laid on Jesus the iniquity of us all. Hebrews 9 : 26 says, "he appeared to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself."

The Lord Jesus was the sinner's substitute on the cross. Because He died for sinners, those who receive Him as their Savior, are NOT indebted to pay the penalty for their sin. The wages of sin is death-- but He died for our sin-- and paid our penalty. The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Christ Jesus paid it all! He has made the way for fellowship back to God. In order to be saved, one must have complete faith in the Savior. Faith in the Lord Jesus is most necessary for we are justified by faith:

Romans 5 : 1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ

The Lord Jesus said in John 3 : 3: "Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."

Because we are all descendents of Adam and are sinners, we must be born again of God's Spirit-- a spiritual birth-- in order to be saved. And this new birth is only possible through the Lord Jesus Christ.

Man has been granted a free will by God and because of this, God will not force Himself on anyone. But He wants His creation to come to Him and be saved.. God's plan of salvation is so wonderful but it is only wonderful to those who receive the Lord Jesus Christ as their Savior. Those who do not believe on Him will not have everlasting life. He told us in John 3:36: He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.

Because Jesus never sinned, His sacrifice of His own life paid the price for our sins. That is why He is called the Lamb of God. The prophet, John the Baptist, called Jesus the Lamb of God:

John 1 : 29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.

Christ Jesus died on the Preparation of Passover. He took upon Himself all the sins of the world and He shed His own blood that we might be saved. He died willingly for us:

John 15 : 13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

John 10 : 17-18 Therefore doth my Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I might take it again. No man taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This commandment have I received of my Father.

Christ Jesus rose from the dead three days after His crucifixion. By conquering death, all those who receive Him will live forever with Him and death shall haveno power over them. Because of His Resurrection, Christians can walk a victorious life through the power of the Holy Spirit. The true meaning of life begins upon this earth when one receives Christ because all sins are forgiven and the fellowship that man had in the Garden with God is restored once again in the life of the Believer. And when the Christian physically dies, they go to live with Christ Jesus forever. God the Father sent His Only Begotten Son, the Lord Jesus, into the world to save the world because God loves us so much.

The Lord Jesus said in John 11 : 25-26:

I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?

Salvation is a FREE gift. This means that you cannot earn your way into Heaven. Your good works will not get you to Heaven. Being a good person cannot get you into Heaven. You can never be good enough to get into Heaven because even one sin will keep you out of Heaven. Jesus already paid the price for your sins. To say that you can save yourself is an insult to Him who gave His life for you. The Bible says that our righteousness is like filthy rags and there is no way that we can make it into Heaven by our own works. The Bible says that we are saved by grace through faith and NOT of our own works. Salvation is a gift from God.

Ephesians 2 : 8-9 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.

You can accept God's wonderful free gift of Salvation through Jesus Christ or you can reject His gift. God created you with a free will to choose. God will not force Himself on anyone. Those who receive Jesus receive the gift of eternal life and their sins are forgiven. Those who reject Him will die physically and spiritually -- lost in their sins and will have to face the wrath of God at the Judgment.

Every person will face the Lord Jesus Christ someday. He will either be your Savior or He will be your Judge.

Romans 1 : 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;

Unbelief in Him is a grievous sin against the Savior and will be punished as such. As we read before, the Lord Jesus said, "He that believeth not, is condemned already." The Bible says that those who die in their sins, apart from the Lord Jesus Christ, will go to the Lake of Fire for all eternity:

Revelation 20 : 15 And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.

But one does not have to go there...

BELIEVE ON THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

The Bible says, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you shall be saved." What does it mean to believe?

Believe what the Bible says.
Believe that Jesus is God-- The Second Person of the Trinity.
Believe that He became flesh and was born of a virgin.
Believe that He lived a pure and sinless life.

Believe that God the Father loves you and He sent His Only Begotten Son to die for your sins so that you would not have to go to hell. Believe that the wrath of God abides on the sinner but that eternal life is provided through Jesus Christ. Believe that you cannot save yourself by your own good works.

I John 4:9-10 says, In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins."

Believe that Jesus Christ rose from the dead and that He is seated at the Right Hand of God the Father.

Romans 8 : 34 ... It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.

Believe the words that Jesus said in the Bible. He said in John 14 : 6 I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Believe that by receiving Him, you too will have eternal life. John 3 :1 5 says That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

You must BELIEVE that Jesus died for you and acknowledge that your own merits and good works CANNOT save you. You cannot add anything to your salvation. His sacrifice of Himself at the cross is all-sufficient. There is nothing that you can add.

You must trust Him 100% for He saves completely. You must RECEIVE Christ Jesus as your personal Savior-- believing with all of your heart-- that He paid the price for your sins. Give up your pride and your own efforts to make yourself "a better person" and commit your guilty soul and all of its interests into the hands of the Lord Jesus Christ -- asking Him to save you. From your heart, call upon Him. As a helpless sinner, who cannot save yourself, you must receive the Lord Jesus as your Savior and Lord. He has given you His word that He will save you. Believe that He paid the price for your sins upon the Cross and that He rose again from the dead. Remember there is absolutely nothing that you can do to make yourself righteous. Jesus suffered the penalty of the Law we had broken.

When you receive Christ, you receive His forgiveness and you receive eternal life in Him for He is the ONLY Savior. The price of salvation was already PAID in full but you can only be saved by receiving the Savior. He is the Only way to Heaven.

Romans 10 : 9-11 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus,and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead,t hou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

God says in Jeremiah 29 : 13 And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.

You Ask Why?

2009-04-07T17:55:00.002+07:00

You ask why I follow this Jesus?

Why I love Him the way I do?
When the world’s turned away from His teachings
And the people who serve Him are few

It’s not the rewards I’am after
Or gifts that I hope to receive
It’s the Presence that calls for commitment
It’s the Spirit I trust and believe

The Lord doesn’t shelter His faithful
Or spare them all suffering and pain,
Like everyone else I have burdens,
And walk through my share of rain.

Yet He gives me a plan and a purpose,
And that joy only Christians have known,
I never know what comes tomorrow,
But I do know I’m never alone.

It’s the love always there when you need it,
It’s the word that redeem and inspire,
It’s the longing to ever be with Him
That burns in my heart like a fire

So you ask why I love my Lord Jesus?
Well, friend, that’s so easy to see,
But the one thing that fills me with wonder is
Why Jesus loves someone like me

Kaka ; " i belong toJesus "

2009-04-04T00:18:00.007+07:00

Kaká, the athlete whom Pelé described as “the outstanding talent of the moment” and who was named in Time Magazine 100 most influential people in the world, is less concerned with what people think of him and more on what God thinks. The title of best fútbol (”soccer”) player on the planet is not as important as the title he has proclaimed to the world ”I belong to Jesus”.

The Brazilian soccer legend in the making believes in the importance of sharing the love of Jesus Christ in word and deed. Kaká has become the “Ambassador Against Hunger” for the World Food Program of the U.N. as he has actively worked to uplift those who are struggling in poverty all over the world. As a believer in Jesus Christ he understands that faith is not just manifested through words but also through action as Jesus said of the righteous “I was hungry, and you gave me food.”

In a world that glorifies the rich and famous, it is refreshing to see Kaká has not become caught in the trap of self importance but instead has pointed the direction on the one who deserves all the glory, Jesus Christ. Kaká states in an interview with Atletas de Cristo;

“To those who already have Jesus: you have made the best choice and are in the best team. Go ahead. Do not give up. The fight is great, but we can only win being on Jesus’ side. To those who have not yet surrendered their lives to Jesus: What are you doing being outside of this team?! Come to learn the Word of God, come to know who God really is. Stop eating cookies, while God offers us a banquet.”

There is a great pressure that we all face to live our lives by the expectations of others and to be politically correct by blending in. But Jesus says in Matthew 10:32 Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven. 33But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.

Kaka, my dear brother in the faith of Jesus Christ, I too belong to Jesus Christ. He changed my life, put my feet on solid ground and gave me the peace that passess all understanding.

In my life, I have been face to face with what so many people spend their entire lives chasing after; I have seen those with wealth that is astronomical, fame and power that is consuming and I count all of these things as nothing compared to the awesome gift of knowing Jesus Christ, who is ”Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” Isaiah 9:6

For the reader who is reading this blog and does not know what I am speaking about, I want to tell you that it is not by accident that you are reading this. God has a purpose for your life that is beyond what you can imagine for yourself, family traditions or society pressures. God loved you so much that he sent Jesus (his only begotten son) to die on the cross that through faith in him you might be saved. ”Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!” (Psalm 34:8).

(John 17:1-3) 1 Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You, 2 as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given Him. 3 And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.

Giving My Best - Follow

2008-09-10T17:08:00.004+07:00

01. Ajarku Berdiam

02. I Will Follow You

03. Mengejar HadirMu

04. Tabir DiriMu

05. Tiba Saatnya

06. Holy One

07. Hands Up

08. Dan KasihMu

09. MengikutiMu

10. Falling

11. Sands of History

12. Selalu Bersamaku

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Giving My Best - Nothing Is Ever imposible

2008-09-09T19:07:00.005+07:00

01. Nothing’s Impossible

02. Hidup TanpaMu

03. Ku Percaya

04. Mengenal-Mu

05. Disetiap Langkahku

06. Beautiful

07. KasihMu Termegah

08. Tak Sebanding

09. Since I Believe In You

10. My Simple Song

11. Kau Kuatku

12. For You Are My God

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Giving My Best - The Best Is Yet To Come

2008-09-09T18:27:00.006+07:00

01. Opening (Live Recording)

02. Hebat

03. Nyatakanlah

04. Kuterpaku

05. Sampai

06. The Best Is Yet To Come

07. Praise To Our God

08. Pujian yang Mulia

09. My God You Are My God

10. Kaulah Tuhan

11. Crash and Burn

12. Lost (Bonus Track)

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Giving My Best - Worship Project

2008-09-09T18:08:00.007+07:00

01. Ku B’ri Yang Terbaik

02. Allah Yang Setia

03. Slalu Bersamaku

04. Bawaku MenghadapMu

05. Jadikan Aku Indah

06. Erat Dengan HatiMu

07. Holy One lyrics

08. Kini Saatnya Kudatang

09. Engkau Didalamku

10. Atmosphere

11. I Will Follow You

12. Tinggikan DiriMu

13. Song of Hope

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Nikita - With You

2008-09-09T17:38:00.004+07:00

1. 01 - Yesus Kau Dahsyat (4:23)

2. 02 - Hati Sebagai Hamba (5:30)

3. 03 - Ajarku MengenalMu (With Michael Indonesian Idols) (5:18)

4. 04 - King Of Majesty (4:26)

5. 05 - Tetap Setia (4:32)

6. 06 - Sungguh Kau Allahku (4:20)

7. 07 - Setiap Saat (4:40)

8. 08 - Cinta Selamanya (4:42)

9. 09 - Terlena (4:03)

10. 10 - With All I Am (7:03)

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One Way - Worship

2008-09-09T16:59:00.014+07:00

1. Pujian Sejati

2. Ku Tau Yang Kau Bri

3. Melodi Hidupku

4. My Desire

5. Angkatlah Suara

6. Tak Tergantikan

7. I Sing My Song

8. Setia PadaMu

9. Kebebasan

10. It's well with my soul

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True Worshippers - All Things New

2008-09-09T16:09:00.005+07:00

1. Yesus

2. Sungguh Nyata

3. Dalamnya KasihMu

4. Kami Terima

5. Restore Us

6. Come and Worship

7. Kemuliaan Bagi Tuhan

8. Terpujilah Nama Tuhan

9. Pray For The Nation

10. All Things New

11. Serukan NamaNya

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Alfabet Friends

2008-09-08T22:53:00.003+07:00

A to Z about friends :

A-ccepts you as you are
B-elieves in you
C-alls you just say "hello"
D-oesn't give up on you
E-nvisions the whole of you
F-orgives your mistakes
G-ive unconditionally
H-elps you
I-nvites you over
J-ust "be" with you
K-eeps you close at heart
L-oves you for who you are
M-akes a difference in your life
N-ever judges
O-ffer supports
Q-uites your tears
R-aises your spirits
S-ay nice things about you
T-ells you the truth when you need to hear it
U-nderstands you
V-alues you
W-alks beside you
X-plain things you won't listen
Z-aps you back to reality

God Bless

Franky Sihombing - Saat Menyembah 5

2008-09-08T22:10:00.002+07:00

1 Kau Mengerti Lebih Dulu (6:01)

2 Kau Tak Akan Terganti (4:36)

3 Rumah KediamanMu (4:36)

4 Senyum Pelangi (4:25)

5 Ku MerindukanMu (5:00)

6 Ku Tak Sendirian (5:52)

7 Layak (5:25)

8 Kaulah Yang Pertama (5:28)

9 Pribadi Yang Sempurna (4:38)

10 Permata Hatiku (4:24)

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Giving My Best - Life Is Calling

2008-09-08T17:57:00.005+07:00

01. Sedalamnya

02. Kudengar SuaraMu

03. Kudus

04. Your Love

05. Life Is Calling

06. Burn

07. How I Love You

08. Kau Berkuasa

09. Selama Kuhidup

10. I’m Calling

11. Holy

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Nikita - Pelangi Sehabis Hujan

2008-09-06T03:39:00.012+07:00

1. Walau Seribu rebah

2. Kami Perlu kau Tuhan

3. I can Only Imagine

4. Pelangi Sehabis Hujan

5. Pilihan Terbaikku

6. Ada Kuasa Dalam NamaMu

7. HidupMu Berharga Bagi Allah

8. No Other One

9. Smua Baik

10. Bapa yang kekal

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Giving My Best - Stand Out

2008-09-06T03:21:00.004+07:00

1. Stand Out

2. Agung Dan Mulia

3. Bangkit dan Bercahaya

4. Sahabatku

5. Badai Berlalu

6. Shout

7. Aku MilikMu

8. Sampai Batas Waktu

9. Esok 'Kan Kujelang

10. Arti hidup

11. Sela

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Sidney Mohede - Better Days

2008-09-06T02:52:00.006+07:00

1. Hope Faith Love

2. God My Father

3. Batas Akhir

4. Amazing

5. I Still Believe In Miracles

6. Badai

7. You And I (Would Never Be Apart)

8. Calling Out To You

9. Rest In You

10. Alleluya To Christ The Lord

11. Geng Sheng Rhen She Ni

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Wisdom

2008-09-04T01:54:00.002+07:00

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding; Proverbs 3:13 NKJV

Yes, happy is the person who finds wisdom and gains understanding. It’s not that wisdom was lost, but rather we are lost until we find Jesus Christ. He alone is wisdom.

Before knowing Jesus as Lord and Savior we are driven by impure, self-centered, lustful, greedy for gain, what’s-in-it-for-me kind of thinking. A wise Christ-filled person no longer lives by fulfilling fleshy desires. That shift in motive changes our actions which ushers in the benefits of a rewarding God-balanced life as outlined in verses 14-18:

Better proceeds than profits of silver
More precious than rubies
Nothing compares with wisdom
Long life on the right
Riches and honor on the left
Pleasant ways
Paths of peace
Tree of life
Happiness

Those are some great benefits of receiving wisdom into our hearts. Happiness comes when we lose the burden of trying to control things. When we gladly submit to God and let Him handle things it frees us from trying to figure stuff out and releases us to walk the pathways of peace. God has it. He won’t drop the ball. Whatever the outcome is His desire and we trust it is for the best.

Where are you today? Have you accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior? If not why? Don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Acknowledge God, trust Him and He will direct your path (Proverbs 3:5-6).

Lord Jesus, thank you for saving us. Thank you for giving us wisdom and understanding when we confess you as Lord and Savior. Help us to live for you and experience the benefits of your ways. In Jesus’ name Amen.

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Better Together

2008-09-04T01:46:00.003+07:00

Do not devise evil against your neighbor, for he dwells by you for safety’s sake. Proverbs 3:29 NKJV

People were made to be with people. People are not meant to be alone, living in isolation. For when they are alone they are attacked and weakened.

We need others for protection. We need each other for balance. We need others in our life to help us grow. We need others for the best return on our efforts.

Let’s look at Ecclesiastes 4:9-12:

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: We are more creative and capable of much bigger things together. Working together causes us to bring out the God-given gifts in each other.

If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! We all fall at some point. Therefore, we need someone on our side to pick us up and set us on the right path again.

Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? We need others near us to keep us warm. Not just physically warm, but spiritually warm as well. By our selves we can’t stay warm. Picture single hot coal removed from a fire. At first is hot, but over time it looses its heat. Eventually, it will no longer be on fire because it wasn’t near the other coals keeping it lit.

Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. This may represent more than the physical as well. When we are alone, we lack someone speaking truth into our lives. Without truth, we are tempted to believe lies and our minds are easily overpowered by worldly thoughts, lustful thoughts and prideful self-centered thinking. This is exactly where our enemy wants us. However, having someone near can quickly squelch those ungodly thoughts and bring us near the heart of God.

God wants us to be with other people. His plan is not carried out in isolation. Granted you might feel like doing evil to a grumpy, mean neighbor, but just think. Maybe he doesn’t have someone in his life. Maybe that someone is you.

Lord forgive us when we so easily want to do harm than good. Grow us up in you’re him image so we learn to live together with others. Equip us this day for what lie ahead. In Jesus’ name we pray Amen.

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Power to do Good

2008-09-03T03:50:00.002+07:00

Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do so. Proverbs 3:27 NKJV

How do we respond to someone collecting change in front of a supermarket? Or when we see a troubled co-worker? Or after hearing about the plight of an orphan needing a sponsor?

Are you like me at times? It’s just too painful to think about all the suffering people. I mean really, how can one person help anyway? Do you turn away, refuse to see, deny the problem and carry on your own merry way?

If so, remember God blesses us so we can bless others. We can’t bless if we don’t open ourselves up to see people who need the blessing. Ask God to open our eyes to see the hurting people. Then ask Him for compassion and seek courage to lay aside your own needs/desires to be used by God instead.

Whether it is dropping change in a collection bin, or asking a co-worker if they are okay, it is within our power to do good. Maybe you don’t have much money, you still have time. Consider using your time to bless someone. Volunteer somewhere, give your time instead.

Since May, my 3-year-old son and I have been visiting an elderly woman in a nursing home. We simply walked in one day and asked to visit someone who hadn’t had a visitor in some time. We were told about Rose. She’s 98-years-old and hadn’t had a visitor in over two years! That broke my heart. Can you imagine sitting there waiting for someone to come and being disappointed each day as no one came? Let me tell you, it has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve done. We visit Rose each Sunday for maybe an hour or so. We just listen to what Rose wants to say. She’s full of stories from her life. Rose loves the company, but more than that the other residents enjoy watching my son strolling through the halls saying “hi” to everyone he passes. Our being there makes Rose feel treasured valued and cared for. What an awesome privilege to give time to bless someone.

There are many ways to do good. Here’s a list of some easy and mostly free ways to you can start doing good.

Try smiling at the checker at the checkout counter.
Say hello to folks as you step into an elevator.
Say thank you to your children’s teachers.
Write a letter of appreciation to someone.
Place a thank you note in your mail box to bless the mail carrier.
Stick love notes in your family’s lunch box.
Pray for someone other than yourself

The best place to start is by thinking about what others do for you. As you consider the many things they do for you, you will never run out of people to bless. Develop godly habits and integrate doing good into your life today. Proverbs 11:25 says “The generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters will also be watered himself.” I have found this to be true in my life.

Lord thank you for opening our eyes and allowing us to be used for good in the lives of others. Help us focus on your will rather than our own. May we refresh others and in doing so be refreshed ourselves. In Jesus’ name we pray Amen.

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Contend with Man

2008-09-03T03:38:00.003+07:00

Do not strive with a man without cause, if he has done you no harm. Proverbs 3:30 NKJV

Dictionary.com defines “strive” in the verb tense this way:

1.	to exert oneself vigorously; try hard: He strove to make himself understood.

2.	to make strenuous efforts toward any goal: to strive for success.

3.	to contend in opposition, battle, or any conflict; compete.

4.	to struggle vigorously, as in opposition or resistance: to strive against fate.

5.	to rival; vie.

Based on the context of Proverbs 3, we’ve been talking about how to become a good neighbor. Therefore, any of the last three definitions from above might apply to today’s verse.

We are not to contend in conflict with someone without cause. Meaning we should not be the one creating the conflict. We are not to struggle vigorously in opposition with our neighbor without cause when no harm or foul has occurred. Don’t be opposed to someone when they’ve never done anything wrong to you. We are not to rival with someone. We are not in competition with anyone.

These are really good points. How often do we fail at them? Do we hold grudges against someone because we heard some unflattering thing about them? Do we compete against other trying to get the best jobs? Do we measure our success based on how we compare to the Jones down the street? Do we secretly harbor hate in our hearts for someone, all the while pretending we love people? First John 2:11 NKJV says “But he who hates his brother is in darkness and walks in darkness, and does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes.” First John 3:15 NKJV continues saying “Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.”

If there’s no harm done to you, we are to drop the striving. Get rid of any thoughts that would lead us down the path of destruction. Switch gears and think of the good things about the person instead. Be thankful for the person. Even if we can’t name one thing to be thankful for, we most certainly can be thankful God used this person to get us to contemplate God’s ways and evaluate how well we are abiding them.

Lord, thank you for your word. Help us to love our neighbors as ourselves. Enable us to put away all bitterness that leads to death. Teach us not to contend with man. In Jesus’ name Amen.

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Sari Simorangkir

2008-08-20T02:02:00.002+07:00

Biography

She was born on March 31st, 1975 in Semarang. Having her dad working at Pertamina, Sari was raised in five different cities in Indonesia, those of which are Semarang, Makassar, and the last one was Jakarta, where she finished her high school. Gifted with enormous singing talent, Sari had released four solo albums and many other records with various different artists. She's been a blessing to many lives. Her music, her songs have become anthem of worship in churches nationwide. Meet the awesome, Sari Simorangkir.
On the music, gospel, and worship

To Sari, music is like her best friend. Music is something inside of her, it is a part of her. It is her way of expressing herself. She believes that God has blessed her with singing talent that has to be treasured and developed well.

A major worshipper of pop, Sari was greatly influenced by Michael .W. Smith, Crystal Lewis, Yolanda Adams, Hillsong, and also secular singers such as Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Lydia Imaniar, and Sting. Even though she adores RnB, soul, and blues, Sari realizes that pop suits her best.

Her fourth album was released on March entitled "31: 31". It took five months to record this album. "I'm so glad that we had a long time to prepare everything to produce this album. The preparation and the screening were very crucial. I took time to work on my best. It's paid off, the outcome was satisfying", said Sari commenting on her album.

On worship, Sari really thinks that it is a lifestyle. It is our relationship with God. Not just the outside, it's the matter of the inside too. "It sounds cliché, but it is true. Worship is not just about the singing. It is our everyday life that glorifies God". Whereas, gospel to her is something that could bring changes to people's life. It is an answer to our need. It is a good news that everyone needs to know.

Vision & Mission

Her vision and mission is to touch as many lives as possible through both her music and her life. That's why she takes singing seriously. It is not just a career, it is a way to her expressing herself and bless people as well.

According to Sari, her biggest challenge is how to make a pop Christian music doesn't sound ‘cheap'. Since she's getting older, she also has to maintain her voice and her physical fitness. All of the hectic schedule and the time that she has to spend to do it all are very tiring. But, she knows that she has to be excellent in what she does. And she does! Andm any positive feedbacks are received as she goes touring all over the country.

Right now, Sari is busy with her ministry and taking care of her family. She looks forward to release more albums with her own style of music, bringing more flavors to Indonesian Christian music. Last but not least, she really hopes that she could have her solo concert anytime soon. "I hope to see myself in the next five years as a more mature and stronger person, continuing what I've been doing to bless people".

Find out more about Sari's new album.

Discography

11.03.2007	Forever Grateful
31.03.2006	31 : 31
01.12.2004	Touch

Source http://www.true-worshippers.com

Nindy Ellesse

2008-08-20T01:48:00.002+07:00

Biography

She was born on April 16th, 1967 at Ambon. Then, when she was just three-month old, she moved to Jakarta and lived there ever since. Nindy had never thought of being a singer. She never thought she could sing and make albums to bless people. She, herself, had never take a formal vocal course. It seemed impossible for her to be a singer. That's why she called herself "A Miracle Singer".

Vision & Mission

Her vision and mission is to be a blessing to as many people as she can. She hopes that not only her music, but her life can also touch many lives. Her goal in life is to be a better person every single day. "Ora et Labora" (Pray & Work) is definitely one of the motto's that keep her freshen up to continue pursuing her goals.

According to Nindy, her biggest challenge in her ministry is not about the music, even though she struggles in that area too. It's also not about how to tackle the audience, but it's more of the people she works with. She said "There are many times when I thought people would always have good intentions to us, especially people in ministry. But experiences have taught me that they're not. They can look very nice outside, but you'll never know their inside." She had experience some people taking advantage of her career and name by using ‘ministry', whish is very wrong. But she has come to the point where she just surrendered them all to God. "We don't deal with them. God will deal with them", she said wisely.

On The Music, Worship, and Gospel

Music to Nindy is a medium or a way for us to enjoy the freedom and the presence of God. Through music, God could work in us, and give us strength and hope. However, a certain kind of music could also lead us astray. "All kind s of music are from God. The lyrics determine whether it's ‘good' or bad'. It depends on the message that the song carries", said Nindy.

Nindy describes her music as pop-ballad with the influence of Michael. W. Smith, Rod Stewart, and also Delirious?. When it comes to making her music, she trusted everything on her producer. "I've told you, I'm a miracle singer. Being able to make an album itself is a miracle to me already. So, I just trust all arrangements and songs to the producer. I just do the singing part."

Her previous albums were not a hundred-percent satisfying to her. "My team and I have done our best in making those albums. They haven't reach the top yet, but m quite satisfied with them", she said. However, Nindy is definitely hoping that her next projects could really touch as many people as she can.

"Worship to me is the realest form of obedience to God", said Nindy convincingly. Worship is not just about the music. In fact, music is just one part of it. Worship is about surrendering our life, plans, pride, and will to God. In any circumstance, we have to give thanks to God and just surrender everything to Him. Not just words, through our actions as well. She also said that as Christians, we all have the responsibility to spread the word of God, the gospel, nd the truth about the salvation

Besides singing, Nindy also preaches. She travels around to preach and testify at local churches. Many are blessed by her ministry. Some even got healed during her preaching session. God has done a lot through her life, and will still do in the years to come. We all hope that she would continue ministering to her voice and her preaching, and bring many people to God.

Discography

21.11.2005	My Devotion
01.12.2000	Yesus Kucinta Kau

Source http://www.true-worshippers.com

Saint Locco

2008-08-19T06:00:00.005+07:00

BIOGRAPHY

Saint Loco was formed for the very first time on September 2002. In Indonesian music industry, the individual members of Saint Loco have accomplished different achievements. Barry (MC) for instance has once won an MC Battle in Jakarta. Nyonk and DJ Tius are also additional musicians for well-know artists in Indonesia.

After a lot of practicing together and playing covered songs with their own touch such as "Jump" by House of Pain, they decided to make a demo and send it to Sony BMG Music Entertainment Indonesia.

Since May 7th 2004 Saint Loco was announced officially under the label of Sony BMG Music Entertainment Indonesia. After working very hard, being critical about their own music, finally the album is wrapped in such manner " so that any audience will be able to accept it. The first album "Rock Upon A Time" was sold more than 15.000 copies within 2 months in Indonesia.

The album consists of 12 tracks with 80% of the songs were delivered in English, full of distortion noise and heavy drums in combination with turntable art that brings a unique color of the band. The reason why most of the songs are delivered in English is due to Saint Loco's aim, to be the first Indonesian (or perhaps Asian) to reach the International Market.

Not to forget their own nation, they have created 2 songs in Indonesian. In fact "Hip Rock"was a number one hit single for a couple of months in many Radio Sattions in Indonesia.

Saint Loco's vision is to arise the spirit of the generation of today with full confidence. Heavy lyrics in the album represent the hard knock live in a hectic and chaotic metropolitan urban lifestyle. While the name Saint Loco was chosen as a translation of "SAINT" as "THE ONE" who comes to the world to bring a brighter live, and "LOCO" as "CRAZY", representing the world in general. Therefor, it is clear that the message their trying to deliver is to bring a brighter color to the crazy world with their own concept of hiprock music.

DICOGRAPHY

Album Rock Upon A Time (2004)
Kompilasi album Kita Untuk Mereka - Lagu "Tangis Negeriku" feat Glenn Fredly (2005)
Ost. Bad Wolves (2005)
Album Vision For Transition (2006)

AWARDS

Raja Pensi No. 2 Versi Majalah Hai tahun 2005
Best Rock Album Versi Majalah Hai tahun 2005
Rock Best Of The Year Album Versi I Radio 2005
Nominasi AMI 2005 Kategori Band Berbahasa Inggris Terbaik
Anggota kehormatan WWF Indonesia

Source http://www.popshuvit.com

Franky Sihombing

2008-08-19T05:05:00.003+07:00

BIOGRAPHY

Franky Sihombing memulai pelayanannyalewat sebuah perjumpaan yang berkesan dengan Tuhan Yesus pada bulan Agustus 1989 di saat dia duduk di bangku SMA. Lewat pengalaman tersebut banyak hal yang diubah Tuhandalam kehidupannya. Tapi yang paling berkesan adalah pribadi Yesus itu begitu menimbulkan pengaruh yang luar biasa sampai dia memutuskan untuk melayani Tuhan Yesus dan memberitakan Tuhan Yesus.

Bernyanyi merupakan talenta yang sangat terlihat jelas mulai dari dia kecil. Mulai dari kelas 4 SD samapai kelas 2 SMA berbagai lomba dan festival dia ikuti dan beberapa diantaranya dia mendapat penghargaan. Cita-citanya sebelumnya adalah menjadi musisi. Tapi kemudian perjumpaannya dengan Kristus mengubah cita-citanya. Dan sampai hari ini dia melayani Tuhan lewat musik yang adalah talenta yang diberikan Tuhan berikan baginya.

Franky memulai pelayanan musiknya bersama teman-temannya di sebuah persekutuan doa di bilangan jalan Matraman yang kemudian berlanjut terbentuknya sebuah band bernama EZRA, group inilah yang kemudian menjadi cikal bakal VOG. EZRA sempat menghasilkan 3 buah album yaitu KRAJAANMU DATANGLAH, HADIRMU dan EZRA PRAISE. Kemudian VOG sempat melontarkan 2 buah album yaitu KUSADARI dan VOICE OF GENERATION.

Tahun 1995 dia memulai solo albumnya yang pertama lewat sebuah acara PRAISE AND WORSHIP di Indosiar dengan tajuk RAYAKAN yang kemudian menjadi album yang bersambung sampai pada RAYAKAN 5 yang direlease pada September 2005. Adapun thema albumya yang lain adalah SAAT MENYEMBAH yang saat ini sudah 4 volume dan HEALING WORSHIP.

Semua musik dan lagu mengalir lewat seorang Franky Sihombing diakui semata-mata anugerah dan kasih karunia Yesus semata. Dia sangat menyadari keberadaanya sebagai saluran dan alat yang mengalirkan pesan-pesan Tuhan bagi generasi.

Pelayanannya lewat music maupun khotbah-khotbahnya sangat diwarnai dengan pesan KEINTIMAN Manusia dengan Tuhan seperti intimya seorang ayah dan anak, kekasih atau sahabat.

Bagi Franky musik cuma alat untuk menyampaikan berita terpenting dan terbaik bahwa YESUS adalah Tuhan yang penuh dengan kasih.

DISCOGRAPHY

1. RAYAKAN VOL 1-5

2. SAAT MENYEMBAH VOL 1-4

3. HEALING WORSHIP

4. THE BEST OF FRANKY SIHOMBING VOL 1-2

5. KU INGIN BERSAMAMU

6. BRIKANKU HATIMU

7. WORSHIP WITH DON MOEN

Source http://www.frankysihombing.net

Wise Tongue

2008-08-19T01:45:00.004+07:00

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness. Proverbs 31:26 NKJV

Knowing when to speak is a sign of wisdom. For even a fool can appear wise by keeping their mouth shut (Proverbs 17:28). How many times have you wished you could take back something you said? We all have said things we wished later we hadn’t. Just imagine what it would be like speaking wisdom every time you opened your mouth. We have much to learn, don’t we?

There is much said in the Bible about the tongue. Such a small body part and yet containing power to build up or tear down. Proverbs 14:1 NKJV says “The wise woman builds her house, but the foolish pulls it down with her hands.” Oh how often the tongue is used for evil, speaking one moment praises to God and the next cursing man made in the image of God.

The apostle James compared this oxymoron to a spring, fig and olive tree, as well as a grapevine. James 3:11-12 NKJV says “Does a spring send forth fresh water and bitter from the same opening? Can a fig tree, my brethren, bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Thus no spring yields both salt water and fresh.” The same applies to us, the children of God. Should good and evil come from our mouth? The answer is a resounding no.

Therefore it is a wise Christian who has tamed the tongue by allowing God’s word to renew their mind (Romans 12:2). How about you? As you examine your own words, what to you find? Is your mouth ruled by law of kindness?

Lord, thank you for your truth and your Spirit to carry out truth in our lives. Help us to desire you more with each passing day so your good work in us will continue. In Jesus’ name Amen.

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Temptations

2008-07-21T22:23:00.003+07:00

My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent. Proverbs 1:10 NKJV

What are you consenting to in your life? What or who is enticing you to sin?

In your work are you tempted to:

· Gossip or listen to gossip about other co-workers?

· Lie by distorting or stretching the truth in your reports?

· Be lazy by not doing your work?

· Steal company time by arriving late, taking long lunches, and leaving early?

In your home life are you tempted to:

· Be preoccupied with your own interests you neglect your family?

· Slack off on doing your chores?

· Speak unkind words to one another?

· Be critical and judgmental of your family members?

In your mind are you tempted to:

· Think only about yourself and getting your way done?

· Listen to lying thoughts such as “I deserve better”, “I’m no good”, and “Nobody really loves me”?

· Refuse to think about God and His Word?

· Be anxious, troubled and worried about everything?

At school are you tempted to:

· Cheat on a test you didn’t study for?

· Skip a class you don’t like?

· Avoid people who are different from you?

· Not do your homework?

We are all tempted in many ways. Just remember it is not a sin to be tempted. It’s how we respond to the temptation that determines whether it is sin or not. Jesus was tempted yet without sin.

How did Jesus counter sin? Read Luke 4:1-13. He quoted scripture to remind Satan of truth. He submitted to authority of God and resisted the devil. He knew His purpose and His position and stood firm.

We can use the same three tactics to overcome our temptations:

1. Use the mighty Sword of the Spirit – the Word of God (Ephesians 6:17).

2. Submit to God, resist the devil and he will flee from you (James 4:7).

3. Remember you are a child of God. Nothing can separate you from the love of God.

We are more than conquerors in Christ Jesus. He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. “Be of good cheer for I have overcome the world,” Jesus said.

Lord, thank you for not leaving us helpless against our enemy. Thank you for your godly armor to protect us. Thank you for your mighty Word of Truth. Help us to use these tools of righteousness as our shield, defense and guide for life. In Jesus’ name we pray Amen.

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The Way to Understand God’s Word

2008-07-21T21:45:00.002+07:00

Turn at my rebuke; Surely I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you. Proverbs 1:23 NKJV

I am not a big proponent of touting a specific formula or certain number of steps to freedom. However, in this verse I see a clear path towards enlightenment. Let’s look at it together.

Step 1: Turn at my rebuke.

In other words, agree with God about our sin. Romans 3:23 says “all have sinned” and Psalm 14:3 says “They have all turned aside, they have together become corrupt; There is none who does good, No, not one.” It’s hard to acknowledge we are not good, but the truth is we are sinful. That sin prevents us from knowing and loving God. Romans 6:23 says “For the wages of sin is death”. However, the rest of Romans 6:23 says “but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord”. While we may be sinful, there is a way out – belief in Jesus Christ. When we trust Jesus to take away our sins we are made new creations. The old is gone and the new has gone (2 Corinthians 5:17). But the benefit of coming to Christ is not just about cleansing us from sin.

Step 2: Surely I will pour out my spirit on you.

Why do we need God’s Spirit? God’s Word is spiritual but the natural man is not. First Corinthians 12:14 says “But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.” Therefore, man can not understand the things of God without some help. Thankfully God does not leave us to figure it out all alone. No, He gives His Spirit to anyone who turns at His rebuke. First Corinthians 2:12 says “Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God.”

Step 3: I will make my words known to you.

One of the Holy Spirit’s roles is to help us grasp what we’ve received in Christ through understanding God’s truth. John 16:13 says “However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.” As God’s Word is the source of truth, it is reassuring to have His Spirit enabling us to recognize and understand it all.

So what do we conclude? God’s Word is truth. This truth can not be known by the natural man. If we choose to agree with God about sin, He will send His Spirit to reveal His truth to us. With the Holy Spirit’s help we will understand the glorious gift given to us through Jesus Christ and His Word.

Lord, thank you for your Spirit who convicts the world of sin, of righteousness and judgment to come. Thank you for cleansing us from all unrighteousness and giving us your Spirit to guide us into all truth. Open our eyes to your truth. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

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Humble Heart

2008-07-18T07:07:00.003+07:00

I refresh the humble and give new courage to those with repentant hearts. Isaiah 57:15 NLT

He refreshes and gives new courage to anyone humble enough to repent of their sins.

Do we truly understand we are sinners? If so, we are less likely to be judging of others as we know how easy it is to fall.

When we grasp how much we’ve been forgiven, we are less critical of others and that’s a sign of humility. Humble folks don’t point their finger at someone else because when they do, they realize three fingers pointing back at them.

How interesting God gives “new” courage. Not the same kind of courage we used to muster on our own, but a new courage that comes directly from His spirit.

God honors those with a repentant hearts. Test yourself, examine your motives, and let nothing be done through selfish ambition. God refreshes the humble. Therefore, humble yourself before the Lord and He will lift you up. He provides the courage for you to stand amidst your circumstances.

Lord thank you for giving us the courage to humble our self before you. Thank you for lifting us up when we are repentant. Enable us to remain humble in all the seasons of our lives. In Jesus’ name Amen.

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Ways to Worship

2008-07-18T06:54:00.005+07:00

Read John 12:1:3

Previously in John 11:43-44 Jesus had raised Lazarus from death. In that encounter Jesus revealed more of Himself and His power to His disciples and others who were there to see.

In today’s reading we see Lazarus, Martha, Mary and Jesus are gathered together again. They made Him supper and served Him, in various ways. Each disciple showed their appreciation in their own unique way. In this they demonstrated their love for Jesus.

Lazarus, who was raised from the dead, sat with Jesus at the table. He was spending as much close intimate time with Jesus as he could, after being resurrected. Lazarus worshipped through fellowship and personal conversation with Jesus.

Martha, the natural born servant, was doing what she did best. She made supper and served Jesus. Her worship was in the form of hospitality and service.

Mary, who sat at Jesus’ feet hanging on His every word, showed her love by anointing Jesus with costly fragrance. Mary’s act of worship was through humility, sacrifice and submission.

Each of these close friends of Jesus was eternally grateful for all He had done for their family. He freed Martha from her demanding ways. He raised Lazarus from the dead. Jesus confirmed Mary choose the good part which would not be taken away from her (John 10:42). Each worshipped in unique ways based on how God shaped them.

There is no right or wrong way to worship as long as it is a pouring out of our love for God and what He’s done for us.

What has God revealed to you? What was your response? How can we be more open to His revelation?

Lord Jesus, thank you for revealing yourself to us this day. Help us keep the lines of communication free from sin that distorts our understanding of you. In Your name we pray. Amen.

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Doing Our Part

2008-07-18T06:31:00.002+07:00

As they ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, “Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” Acts 13:2 NKJV

Obedience to the Lord

Did you happen to notice the first part of this verse? It was “as they ministered” which means they did stuff for the Lord. The point is action. There must be a “doing” to our obedience to the Lord. James 1:22 says we must be “doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving ourselves.” Even Jesus was obedient to the Father. John 6:38 says “For I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” So laying aside our will and choosing to follow God’s will demonstrate our obedience to Him. But did you know this is not something we can do on our own?

Receiving the Holy Spirit

Jesus taught us everything of our sinful nature is worthless in John 6:63: “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.” Where does the Holy Spirit come from? He is sent to us from Christ Himself (John 16:7). John 15:26 says “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.” How do we receive the Holy Spirit? Ephesians 1:13-14 says “In Him you also trusted, after you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, to the praise of His glory.” In other words, once you believe in Jesus Christ as your Savior, the Holy Spirit is given to you as a guarantee that you are saved.

Understanding God’s gift

First Corinthians 2:13-14 says “These things we also speak, not in words which man’s wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual. But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.” The Holy Spirit is our teacher, guiding us in all truth. Without Him we wouldn’t understand spiritual things. He opens our eyes and makes us realize the sin in our life, so we can fully embrace the grace given to us. Romans 8:16 says “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” Romans 5:5 says “Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” Romans 8:2 says “For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death.” First Corinthians 2:12 says “Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God.” All this a great news, for now we know we are able to understand the glorious riches stored up for us in Christ Jesus.

Empowering our Witness

Knowing all the depth of God’s love isn’t just for our benefit. No, it’s more about sealing our understanding and compelling us to share His glorious plan with others. One of the things I love about God is how He equips those He calls. Let’s review some verses about that. Acts 1:8 says “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” See He’s giving us the power to be His witness. Romans 8:26-27 says “Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groaning which cannot be uttered. Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God.” Even when we don’t know how to pray, He helps us through His Spirit interceding for us. How does this empowering happen? Romans 12:1-2 give us a clue. It says “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” By offering our lives as living sacrifices, allowing God’s Word to change the way we think, we prove God’s will is perfect, acceptable and good. Romans 8:5 says “For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.” As we learn to walk by the Spirit rather than by our natural self, we become God’s witness to the world.

What do you think? Are you ready to do what God has already shown you? Do you understand His precious gift better? Is the Holy Spirit compelling you to share His message with others?

If you answer no to any of these questions, ask God to help you see things from His perspective. Continue reading God’s Word and the truth will be revealed as His Spirit teaches you.

Lord thank you for your word and your Holy Spirit. Lead us on the pathways of life and enable us to witness to the world through an obedient life in Christ. In Jesus’ precious name Amen.

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Pursue Love

2008-07-18T04:46:00.005+07:00

Read 1 Corinthians 13.

What Love Isn’t

Love isn’t the warm, gushy feeling you get when being romanced by your sweetheart. Love is not a sexual desire or longing for physical interlude with another person. These are examples of mere feelings. While feelings may accompany love, they are not love.

What Love Is

According to 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 NKJV “Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” In addition, we know from 1 John 4:16 “God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.” These attributes of love are really attributes of God and those who love God.

Steps to Love

We need to realize we have a choice to love. Love isn’t easy or free of effort. It takes a decision to love. It takes determination to continue to love. Most importantly it requires the Holy Spirit to love. As God is love, we can not love without God’s presence. That’s where the Holy Spirit comes into play. For those who believe Jesus died for our sin and rose again for our eternal salvation, the Holy Spirit is given to us and enables us to love.

Results of Love

There is no doubt when someone loves. You can see it in their life. Love exhibits it self in your life and the lives of others around you. Jesus gave us lots of examples to follow: washing His disciples’ feet, feeding thousands, denying His will and following His Father’s will, and laying down His life for His friends, as well as many other examples. Love changes things. Love forgives. It extends mercy rather than judgment. Love builds up rather tearing people down. Love seeks to restore rather than destroy. Just look the relationship of God and His people. Although His people repeatedly sinned and rebelled against Him, He still made it possible, through Christ, to be saved.

Above all else we can choose to do in this life; the greatest of these is the choice to love. Pursue love today. 1 John 4:7 NKJV says “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.”

Lord, thank you for loving us and enabling us to love you and others. Help us choose to love and follow your example. Thank you for your Holy Spirit in us to lead us in your love. In Jesus’ name Amen.

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How to Have Great Quiet Times with God

2008-07-18T04:28:00.002+07:00

Things You’ll Need:

Your Bible
A Prayer Journal
Pen or Pencil

Step 1

Focus on God. Everyone’s quiet time is different but one thing remains the same no matter who you are. Quiet times are all about God. There you have it the first key to quiet time is also the very purpose behind quiet time, which is to focus on God.

Whether you focus on God by taking a nature walk, singing praises, or sitting quietly in your living room in a moment of reflection doesn’t really matter. What does matter is allowing time and space in your hectically over-scheduled life to make room for focusing on God.

Step 2

Make Time for God. Taking time to make room for God is one of the best things you can do not only for yourself but for those around you. Think about it. If you are more secure in your relationship with God, your other earthly relationships will be dramatically improved as well. That leads us to the second key to a successful quiet time: Making time for God.

Step 3

Now that you’ve gotten the first two keys down, it’s time to figure out what you do with your time for God. Let’s talk about a plan to help you organize your time with our Lord. Remember, this is not a formula because you’re in a relationship with the Lord. Relationships are ever growing, expanding and deepening. However, these guidelines can certainly get you started in your quiet time.

First, start your time together with prayer. It’s a good way to clean the palette of your soul, so to speak. Try a prayer like the following:
Lord, thank you for hearing me and being with me this day. Help me to focus on You and lay aside anything that would distract me from knowing you in a new way this day. Speak to me and show me what you would like me to learn from our time together. In Jesus’ name Amen.

Step 4

Next, open your Bible and read. What you read is not what’s important. Simply open your Bible and whatever the pages fall open, start reading a few verses or a chapter. You may want to read that section one more time. Meanwhile, open your mind and ears to hear what the Lord may be trying to say to you through scripture. You might ask yourself some questions like the following:
• Is this pointing to any hidden sin I need to confess?
• Is this a godly example to follow?
• Is this a behavior I should avoid?
• How can this be applied in my life today?

Step 5

Now, move into listening mode. What do you hear the Lord saying to you? Just relax, take a deep breathe in and exhale. You may want to close your eyes, as long as you don’t fall asleep. Think about the scripture you just read. Think about the questions about the scripture. Do you hear the Lord instructing you? Listen.

Step 6

Lastly, you probably will want to have a pen and paper handy to write down the prompts you feel in your spirit. Remember, God gave us His Spirit in us to confirm with our own spirit when He’s talking to us. Don’t hesitate to implement what you hear the Lord leading you to do (or to stop doing).

The Lights of God

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For God, who commanded
the light to shine out of darkness,
hath shined in our hearts,
to give the light of the knowledge
of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
II Corinthians 4:6

I am the light of the world:
he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness,
but shall have the light of life.
John 8:12

For thou wilt light my candle:
the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.
Psalm 18:28

The LORD is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
the LORD is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1

We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:
II Peter 1:19

Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness:
Psalm 112:4

But the path of the just is as the shining light,
that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Proverbs 4:18

But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
I Peter 2:9-10

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
I John 1:7

The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.
Romans 13:12

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