Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Quote of the day

John 8:32 (KJV)

32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall MAKE you free.

“We're so engaged in doing things to achieve purposes of outer value that we forget the inner value, the rapture that is associated with being alive, is what it is all about.”


Joseph Campbell

TEDxSinCity - Bruce Muzik - The BIG Secret Nobody Wants To Tell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkbWIfP3mLw&list=WL468504BD119A1D46

Best TEDTalk I've watched in a while.

Be blessed! 

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Keep Pushing...

"I Am A Soldier"

I am a soldier in the army of my God.
The Lord Jesus Christ is my Commanding Officer.
The Holy Bible is my code of conduct.
Faith, Prayer, and the Word are my weapons of Warfare.

I have been taught by the Holy Spirit,
    ...trained by experience,
    ...tried by adversity,
    ...and tested by fire.

I am a volunteer in this army, and I am enlisted for eternity.
I will either retire in this Army or die in this Army;
But, I will not get out,
    ...sell out
    ...be talked out
    ...or pushed out.

I am faithful, reliable, capable, and dependable.
If my God needs, me, I am there.

I am a soldier.
I am not a baby. I do not need to be pampered,
    ...petted,
    ...primed up,
    ...pumped up,
    ...picked up,
    ...or pepped up.

I am a soldier. No one has to call me,
    ...remind me,
    ...write me,
    ...visit me,
    ...entice me,
    ...or lure me.

I am a soldier. I am not a wimp. I am in place,
    ...saluting my King,
    ...obeying His orders,
    ...praising His name,
    ...and building His Kingdom!

No one has to send me flowers, gifts, food, cards, candy, or give me
handouts.
I do not need to be cuddled, cradled, cared for, or catered to.
I am committed. I cannot have my feelings hurt bad enough to turn me around.
I cannot be discouraged enough to turn me aside.
I cannot lose enough to cause me to quit.

When Jesus called me into this Army, I had nothing.
If I end up with nothing, I will still come out even.
I will win.

My God will supply all my needs.
I am more than a conqueror.
I will always triumph.
I can do all things through Christ.

Devils cannot defeat me.
People cannot disillusion me.
Weather cannot weary me.
Sickness cannot stop me.
Battles cannot beat me.
Money cannot buy me.
Governments cannot silence me, and
Hell cannot handle me!

I am a soldier.
Even death cannot destroy me.
For when my Commander calls me from this battlefield,
He will promote me to a captain.

I am a soldier, in the Army, I'm marching, claiming victory.
I will not give up.
I will not turn around.
I am a soldier, marching, Heaven bound.

Friday, November 15, 2013

Prayer for today... and EVERY day




Psalm 119:4-8

You have charged us
    to keep your commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently
    reflect your decrees!
Then I will not be ashamed
    when I compare my life with your commands.
As I learn your righteous regulations,
    I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your decrees.
    Please don’t give up on me!

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Friday, August 2, 2013

Cautious in Prayer

“Be careful what you pray for.” 

I don’t quite remember who the first person was that ever said that to me but man, did they know what they were talking about! Even though that’s true, I couldn't help but wonder, “why should I be afraid to tell God what He already knows is my desire?” If I’m “praying the wrong thing” doesn't God love me enough to protect me from myself?

Hmm… makes perfect sense right? God loves you and I so much so that He would NOT allow you to pray yourself into a mess that He leaves you in. Two things happen when you pray, either God answers, or He doesn't.

Disclaimer: His timing may vary results (lol)!

And when He doesn't answer YOUR prayer, His alternative is much better. TRUST ME… HIM actually. So, if He answers and your prayer got you in a bind, He’ll bring you out. And if He answers and you feel like you bit off more than you can chew, He’ll equip you! Acknowledge the anxiety and hand it over to Him. He’s just waiting for you to ask.


 And if He doesn't answer your prayer, lift your hands and say thank you for the better-blessing that’s coming. It’s that simple! It’s easier said than done but not impossible. Start trying…

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Power of Prayer

Yet another nug'... God is so awesome for the words He gives others to share with me! 

"Every breakthrough has a Genesis and a revelation... There is a first breakthrough and a second breakthrough. 'The moment you began praying, a command was given.' See Daniel 9:23 NLT. The answer is given long before it is revealed. Do you realize that the victory has already been won? We're still waiting for it's future revelation, but the victory had already been won by means of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. "It is finished." This isn't just when God made good on GRACE; it is when God made good on EVERY PROMISE. Every single one is yes in Christ. Past tense. Present tense. Future tense. The full revelation won't happen till his return, but the victory has already been won, once and for all, for all time." ~Mark Batterson

Friday, July 19, 2013

Wonder Working Power

God has blessed me greatly with powerful spiritual mentors who send me encouraging texts and messages that I just can't keep to myself...

"God's Spirit, was given to you in His entirety at the moment of your salvation. Not some of the Holy Spirit, not the preliminary taste in anticipation of getting more of the Holy Spirit. ~Priscilla Shirer

2 Peter 1:3 "His divine power has granted to us EVERYTHING pertaining to life and godliness."

Start moving like you have all His Spirit, all His power, all His wisdom, all His counsel, all His encouragement, available to you ALL THE TIME. Walk in your God given authority like the beautiful Queen or King you are!