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March 1, 2010
For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus     1 Timothy 2:5
 
There are many religions in the world today. Some religions state that there are many gods or one God with many ways to reach God. The Bible makes it clear that there is one God and one way to reach God. When we are troubled, frustrated,confused, and concerned; we can call upon the Lord as our help.
 
February 15, 2010
But we are bound to give thanks always to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth        2 Thessalonians 2:13
 
We have been chosen by God to believe in Him and to trust in Him. When we realize the gift we have been given in being chosen to be loved by our Lord, we can be thankful and grateful. The Lord of all loves us! We are directed to remember that God's love is a gift, so that we don't take His love for granted.
 
February 1, 2010
That ye be not soon shaken in mind , or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.
2 Thessalonians 2:2
 
We must be reminded of the truth of Jesus Christ. Let us not be distracted or frustrated by what we hear or see that will take us away from the love of Jesus Christ and our belief in Jesus Christ. Let us not be worried.
 
January 15, 2010
For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.
1 Thessalonians 3:8
 
It is not an easy thing to do, to stand fast in the Lord. When we do the godly activities that the Lord would have us to do, we upset people. We upset friends, family members, and co-workers. Seek strength from the Lord as we stand on His name, and look for fellow believers to encourage each other as we stand together. When we encourage each other doing the right thing, we live stronger in the Lord.
 
 
January 1, 2010
Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ       1 Thessalonians 2:6
 
Paul, an apostle of Christ, made the emphasis to his brother in the faith, Timothy, that he was not seeking glory for himself.
Are we seeking that people acknowledge who we are and how important our job is? Not as followers of Christ. Everyone is important, so no one is deserving of glory except Jesus Christ our Lord. Let us be reminded as we do the tasks given to us that we are only able to do what we do because the Lord allows us to and give our Lord all the glory.
 
December 15, 2009
If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Colossians 3:1
 
What are you looking for? Are you looking to develop the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, and other godly qualities? We should be asking the Lord to help us know and love Christ more, as Christ develops fruit in us.
 
December 1, 2009
For it pleased the Father that in Him should fullness dwell.
Colossians 1:19
 
In Him should all fullness dwell. In this where we are looking for fullness? Really? Are we looking to God for a full life? If not, we can;t start now. If so, share the fullness of God with others.
 
November 15, 2009
Let your moderation be known unto all men.
The Lord is at hand.    Philippians 4:5
 
What does it mean to be moderate? One way to think of moderate is to think of control, one of the fruits of the Spirit. God wants others to see our moderation at all times and wonder, how can this be? It is because the Spirit of the Lord gives us the power to be moderate and to be at peace, drawing others to the Lord.
 
November 1, 2009
Do all things without murmurings and disputings
Philippians 2:14
 
This appears to be a simple verse. Easy to say, but not always easy to do. It reminds us to be submissive to God and to those He places us under authority. When we murmur, dispute, or complain; we are complaining to God (as if we know what's best for us). Next time we're tempted to complain, let us look to God, ask if He has purpose for it, and be grateful for what the Lord is doing with us and through us.
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October 15, 2009
Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.       Ephesian 5:6
 
Follow the Bible. Don't listen to those who don't believe the Bible. When we do what we know is wrong by God's standards, we are tempting God's wrath upon us. Who wants God's wrath? I don't and I don't think you want His wrath upon you either.
 
October 1, 2009
Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.       Ephesians 1:2
 
Are you showing God's grace to others? Are you receiving grace from God? You can only receive grace from God when you have asked God for forgiveness of your wrongs, and asked the Lord to lead you in the right direction. You can give grace to others when you have forgiven them for thier actions, asking the Lord to forgive them and guide them. This will give you peace that only the Lord can give.
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September 15, 2009
Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ has made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
Galatians 5:1
 
When we ask the Lord to guide us and follow as the Lord leads, we are free to enjoy the Lord's blessings upon us. When we choose not to ask or follow the Lord, we may be drawn by our desires to the point that we are trapped by our desires and become bound ( in bondage to them). Let us be reminded to keep the Lord first in our lives, so that we will stay free.
 
September 1, 2009
For do I now presuade men or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet please men, I should not be the servant of Christ.     Galatians 1:10
 
Everything we do should show that we honor God. This is not always easy to do. Many times we will be against man (friends, family, coworkers, etc). It is God who gives us the strength to do as He asks us to do. Let us not neglect to ask the Lord what we should do in all situations and to call upon the Lord ofr His strength to do what He has called us to do.
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August 15, 2009
For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath and not according to that he hath not
2 Corinthians 8:12
 
The Lord asks us to be willing to do His will. He will not ask us to do or be something that He has not made us to be. He holds us accountable. Have we accepted what the Lord has given us and done what He has asked of us?
Let us examine ourselves and be willing to do what the Lord has asked us to do.
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August 1, 2009
For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ
2 Corinthians 1:5
 
Have you had difficulty with people because you are doing God's will? Are you living the life of a Christ follower?
Living as a Christ follower frustrates those who live worldly lives. Christ followers know that our peace and joy come from our love of Christ, which is why we can go forth doing God's will. This is a reminder of where our strength comes from.
 
 
July 15, 2009
Let all your things be done with charity.
1 Corinthians 16:14
 
When you do things, do you go forth as someone who is obliged to do it or someone who does it out of love? Love can oblige you, but obligations may not make you love. Love should be present in all godly activities, for God is love.
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July 1, 2009
God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:9
 
God is faithful. God is with us always. God loves us so much that He called us through Jesus Christ so that we could be close to Him and have a relationship with Him. He sought us out because He wants us and loves us. No matter what is going on around us, we need to remember God is with us. Are we with Him? Who you with?
 
June 15, 2009
I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost.
Romans 9:1
 
Do you say the truth in Christ? All the time? This is something for all of us to strive for.
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June 1, 2009
For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers.             Romans 1:9
 
God is always watching us. Others are watching us, too. Is our behavior an example of our love for God? We should strive to be examples to others. Do we regularly pray for others? We should pray for our family, freinds, enemies, neighbors, and whomever the Lord guides us to pray for.
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May 15, 2009
So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.
Acts 19:20
 
The word of God is mighty. Are we reading it daily? Are we taking time to let God work His word in our lives? If we are not, we are choosing to live less than the full life God promises. Let's make the change to show that the word of God is mighty as we follow and live the word in our lives.
 
May 1, 2009
For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
Acts 2:39
 
We have been given promises from our Lord. Are we listening? Do we act as if we have been given the gift of the Holy Spirit to guide us? Stop and pay attention. Our Lord is calling us . Let us respond to His call and His guidance in faith. Let us encourage others to do likewise. 
 
April 15, 2009
But if a man walk in the night, he stumbleth because there is no light in him.    John 11:10
 
Is the light of the Lord in you? Do you trust the Lord to be your light, or are you trusting in your self? Only our Lord Jesus can shine the light as the Son through you and for you. To have the light, you must believe Jesus is the Son of God and have faith shown by following Jesus' example of living life guided by God. How can you follow Jesus' example? Read the Bible to guide your actions and pray/talk to Jesus about your concerns. You will see the light, when you are humble to Jesus. 
 
April 1, 2009
But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.     John 3:21
 
Integrity. Standing for what you believe God is asking you to do. Doing the right thing. When you believe in Christ and have the Holy Spirit guiding you, verified by the Bible, you can come to the light. You are not upset when your deeds are known, since your deeds glorify God. Do the works of God as an example of your love of God and watch His light shine upon you.
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March 15, 2009
Take heed to yourselves: if thy brother trespass against thee: rebuke him, and he repents, forgive him.  Luke 17:3
 
We are not to allow ourselves to be misused by others. If they repent (be truly sorry and turn away from their wrong actions), we are to forgive them. We can only do this with God's guidance and support.
 
March 1, 2009
The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body is full of darkness.             Luke 11:34
 
Are  you looking at life as God sees life? How would you know how God sees life? One must read the Bible regularly and connect with Christ followers. Make sure to do all you can to look at what honors God. Have a body that is full of light, not darkness.
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February 15, 2009
Salt is good: but if the salt has lost is saltness, wherewith will ye season it? Have salt in yourselves and have peace one with another.              Mark 9:50
 
God has given each of us special gifts to use for the glory of God. If you don't use your gift, something will be missed. Use your gifts and learn to appreciate your other Christ followers' gifts. Don't be jealous of others' gifts. Let's work together for the glory of God.
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February 1, 2009
The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his path straight.        Mark 1:3
 
This is asked of all believers, to stand for Jesus Christ, to show others about Christ, to live as Christ-like as we can, by asking the Lord to help us to be all the Lord wants us to be. Even when it appears that we are the only Christ followers wherever we are, we must stand for Christ. Let us be reminded to do and be as the Lord has called us.
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January 15, 2009
And Jesus came and touched them, and said "Arise, and be not afraid."      Matthew 17:7
 
Have you paid attention to the Lord working in your life? The Lord is working in our lives regularly. Have you taken time to let the Lord work in your life or have you focused on your own agenda? Are you fearful of taking time with the Lord for you are concerned about what He may ask of you? Do not be fearful. Rise to what the Lord has called you to do and you will be blessed.
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January 1, 2009
But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, "Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid."     Matthew 14:27
 
Life can give many surprises. It can be easy for us to take our eyes off of Christ and have our eyes on our surroundings. Jesus is here. Look for Him, trust in Him, and give your fears to Him. Be hopeful and cheerful, knowing Jesus is with those who follow Jesus.
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December 15, 2008
Even from the days of your fathers ye are gone away from mine ordinances, and have not kept them. Return unto me, and I will return unto you, saith the Lord of hosts. But ye said, "Wherein shall we return?"   Malachi 3:7
 
This verse can be encouragement to parents, and to all people for God is our Father. You can choose to have God as your leader, becoming close to God and God will accept you as His child if you are willing. Be willing.
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December 1, 2008
Ye have wearied the Lord with your words . Yet ye say, Wherein have we wearied Him? When ye say, "Every one that doeth evil is good in the sight of the Lord, and He delighteth in them; or, Where is the God of judgement?"
Malachi 2:17
 
Have you ever thought of God becoming tired of our actions? Because God is patient does not mean God can not become tired of us. Have you tried to make a compromise and state that God doesn't mind? Do you deny God's power to judge us for our actions? Think hard. Think real hard. Ask God to forgive you and change your thoughts to display your gratefulness for God's mercy.
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November 15, 2008
Yea, many people and strong nations shall come to seek the Lord of hosts in Jerusalem, and to pray before the Lord.
Zechariah 8:22
 
Seek the Lord, whether it is popular or not. Pray to the Lord and ask him what He wants of you. If you have not asked Him to be the Lord of your life, do so. Everyone has the opportunity to connect with the Lord. Don't miss out on your connections.
 
November 1, 2008
Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord: for He is raised up out of his holy habitation.                                Zechariah 2:13
 
Do you have quiet time with the Lord? It is important for all followers of Christ to have quiet time with the Lord. Be reminded to take the time to worship the Lord and experience his love so you may share it with others.
 
October 15, 2008
The sliver is mine, and the gold is mine, saith the Lord of hosts.                                                        Haggai 2:8
 
Do we understand that money and riches belong to God? We are entrusted to take care of God's money and to use it for God's glory. May we be reminded to be good stewards of what God has entrusted to us: things and people. 
 
 
October 1, 2008
Now therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts; consider your ways.                                                        Haggai 1:5
 
This verse is repeated again in verse 7; consider your ways.
Take time to consider what you are doing. Are you placing God first, or your own needs first? Consider your ways and change them if God is not first. 
 
September 15, 2008
Behold, at that time I will undo all that afflict thee: and I will save her that halteth, and gather her that was driven out; and I will get them praise and fame in every land where they have been put to shame. Zephaniah 3:19
 
Have you suffered because you are a Christian? Have people asked you to leave or tried to shame you? The Lord knows. He will repay and His payment will bless you. Be encouraged and stand strong for the Lord and in the power of His might.
 
September 1, 2008
Seek ye the Lord, all ye meek of the earth, which have wrought His judgement: seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the Lord's anger.
Zephaniah 2:3
 
These are troublesome times for many people. What should we do? We should seek the Lord. We may have less trouble. We must also seek to follow the Lord, for this is righteousness.
 
August 15, 2008
Thou wentest forth for the salvation of thy people, even for salvation with thine anointed; thou woundedst the head out of the wicked by discovering the foundation unto the neck. Selah
Habakkuk 3:13
 
God talkes care of His people. He will get to the source of trouble as He defends those who defend Him according to His will. Let God fight your battles.
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August 1, 2008
Thou hast consulted shame to thy house by cutting off many people and hast sinned against thy soul.   Habakkuk 2:10
 
Do we think about how we respond to people? Is it godly? Have we reached out to others and forgiven them? If we haven't, we may have allowed trouble to come to us. Let us change our ways in Jesus' name and reach out to others for His glory.
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July 15, 2008
There is no healing of thy bruise; thy wound is grievious: all that hear the brunt of thee shall clap the hands over thee; for upon whom hath not thy wickedness passed continually?
Nahum 3:19
 
This is another reminder that those who treated others wickedly will have to pay the punishment for their actions. Do not let it be you who must pay the punishment. Confess to the Lord and allow the Lord to redirect your actions biblically.
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July 1, 2008
God is jeolous, and the Lord revengeth; the Lord revengeth, and is furious; the Lord will take vengeance on His adversaries, and He reserveth wrath for His enemies.
Nahum 1:2
 
Our God is jeolous, wanting to be respected for loving us. When you feel that you are being persecuted for loving God, know that God reserves His wrath for His enemies.
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June 15, 2008
The Lord's voice crieth unto the city, and the man of wisdom shall see thy name: hear ye the rod, and who hath appointed it.                        Micah 6:9
 
Are you listening for God? Are you a person of wisdom? God is talking. Take time to listen for God. Take time to see what God wants to show you about Himself and to learn more about Him.
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June 1, 2008
For all people will walk every one in the name of his god, and we will walk in the name of the Lord our God for ever and ever.
Micah 4:5
 
This sentence speaks about a time thousands of years ago; however it also talks about today. People choose to follow many things. We pray that you have chosen to follow the Lord our God and to have Him as the leader, the guide, the one who rules our lives. Remember that it is a choice. Hate the sin, but love the sinner, just as our Lord loves everyone.
 
 
May 15, 2008
But let man and beast be covered with sackcloth. and cry mightily unto God: yea, let them turn every one from his evil way, and from the violence that is in their hands.   Jonah 3:9
 
Ask God what you are doing that displeases Him. Ask God to help you turn away from evil as you turn and move closer to God.
 
May 1, 2008
But I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiving: I will pay that that I have vowed. Salvation is of the Lord.   Jonah 2:9
 
All that we do should be as the Lord would have it to be. We are to give up what we think and do as the Lord guides us for it is He that can save us and help us.
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April 15, 2008
Thou shouldest not have entered into the gate of my people in the day of their calamity; yea, thou shouldest not have looked on their affliction in the day of their calamity, nor have laid hands on their substance in the day of their calamity. 
Obadiah 13
 
This is talking about kicking people when they are having difficulties, and having pleasure in hurting people, even if they are wrong/bad. If you can not help a person in distress, do not add to their stress. Remember God sees you at all times.
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April 1, 2008
The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high, that saith  in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground?  Obadiah 3
 
Pride has caused many people to fall. Always remember that it is the Lord who is over all, and not ourselves. Thank God for His many blessings and be humble.
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March 15, 2008
It is He that buildeth his stories in the heaven, and hath founded His troop in the earth; He that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out upon the face of the earth: the Lord is His name           Amos 9:6
 
When the weather is bad, do you blame God? When the weather is good, do you thank God? We take for granted daily weather that allows us to live. As you look at nature, thank God for all of His blessings.
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March 1, 2008
For, lo, he that formeth the mountains, and createth the wind, and declareth unto man what is his thought, that maketh the morning darkness, and treadeth upon the high place of the earth, The Lord, the God of hosts is His name.   Amos 4:13
 
Do you really know who God is? Do you know what God has done? Take time to think of God's abilities and acknowledge His omnipotence (all powerful).
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February 15, 2008
And it shall come to pass that whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be delivered... Joel 2:32
 
Problems, troubles, trials, and difficulties come to all of us. It is easy to become overwhelmed and frustrated. When you call upon the name of the Lord, believing in the name of the Lord, trusting in the Lord, and following the Lord, you can be delivered (removed) from the feelings of frustration and not be overwhelmed.
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February 1, 2008
Tell ye your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children to another generation.  Joel 1:3
 
It is important that we share the news of God's mercy and God's wrath to the generations. We must encourage our youth to share this information by acknowledging the gifts God has given them and providing opportunities for them to use their gifts for the glory of God.
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January 15, 2008
Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgement, and wait on thy God continually.        Hosea 12:6
 
Remember that God has been merciful to you. In your responses, consider guidance from God through Jesus Christ. Don't rush to make decisions, wait on the Lord.
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January 1, 2008
I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness: and thou shalt know the Lord.               Hosea 2:20
 
The Lord wants to have a relationship with you. When you decide to have a relationship with the Lord. He will let you know more about Him and He will stay with you. If you haven't made the decision, make the decision to have a relationship with the Lord. Enjoy  the relationship for the rest of your life.
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December 15, 2007
O Lord, hear; O Lord, forgive; O lord, hearken and do; defer not, for thine own sake, O my God: for thy city and thy people are called by thy name              Daniel 9:19
 
As the celebrations of Christmas come near, thank God for the gift of Jesus Christ. Use the prayer above to pray for yourself and others. Let the prayer remind you of the gratefulness we have toward the Lord.
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December 1, 2007
He delivereth and rescueth, and he worketh signs and wonders in heaven and in earth, who hath delivereth Daniel from the power of the lions.         Daniel 6:27
 
Are you in need of help? Are you discouraged? God helps and God demonstrates His power daily. Look for it and be amazed by the power of the Lord
 
November 15, 2007
Then shall ye remember your own evil ways and your doings that were not good, and shall loathe yourselves in your own sight for your iniquities and for your abominations.
Ezekiel 36:31
 
As Thanksgiving day in the United States approaches, take time to thank the Lord for showing when we are doing wrong and for God's guidance in directing away from wrong actions. Once a person has acknowledged/confessed to the Lord wrong actions and turned from wrong actions, a person can experience God's mercy. Thank the Lord for his mercy.
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November 1, 2007
But as for them whose heart walketh after the heart of their detestable things and their abominations, I will recompense their way upon their own heads, saith the Lord God.
Ezekiel 11:21
 
The Lord chooses to allow consequences to occur sometimes in the lives of people so that they may understand the Lord. Seek through prayer the direction from the Lord and not rely on your emotions.
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October 15, 2007
Remember, O Lord, what is come upon us, consider, and behold our reproach.             Lamentations 5:1
 
Remember to call on the Lord in the time of trouble. Ask for forgiveness and turn from our wrongs. The Lord loves us and wants to direct us to a better way.
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October 1, 2007
For those things I weep; mine eye, mine eye runneth down with water, because the comforter that should relieve my soul is far from me; my children ae desolate because the enemy prevailed.         Lamentations 1:16
 
How do you feel now? Do you feel that the enemy has won against you? Do you believe the Lord is far from you? Trust the Lord's presence in your life, for when you do not feel His presence, He is still working for your good in His will.
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September 15, 2007
 
And I will satiate the soul of the priests with fatness, and my people shall be satisfied with my goodness, saith the Lord.
Jeremiah 31:14
 
As we read the Bible, we can be reminded of God's goodness to us. Take time to look for the goodness of the Lord that surrounds us.
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September 1, 2007
 
Therefore I said, Surely these are poor, they are foolish: for they know not the way of the Lord, nor the judgement of their God.    Jeremiah 5:4
 
As we start the month of September where some of us will focus on knowledge, let us be reminded that the most important knowledge is the way of the Lord. Read and study your bible learn the way of the Lord.
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August 15, 2007
Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompense; he will come and save you.   Isaiah 35:4
 
It can be easy to give up if you don't feel you have the strength to fight against evil. Call on the Lord and trust the Lord at all times.
 
August 1, 2007
Learn to do well; seek judgement, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow    Isaiah 1:17
 
August can be a time of learning to do what the Lord would have you to do. Do not focus on yourself. Learn to focus on those who are hurting and show God's love to them: the oppressed, the fatherless, the widows, the people.
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July 15, 2007
I am my beloved's and his desire is toward me.
Song of Solomon 7:10
 
Romantic love is meant to be between a man and  a woman. It is a symbol of our love for the Lord. The Lord desires to have our love. Reflect on your love for your mate and your love for the Lord. May your love for the Lord always be first in your life.
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July 1, 2007
Promise me, O women of Jerusalem, by the swift gazelles and the deer of the wild, not to awaken love until the time is right.      Songs of Solomon 3:5 New Living Translation
 
Timing is important. The Lord answers prayer with yes, no, and wait. When it comes to romance, let the Lord lead you. Realize that waiting allows you to appreciate what the Lord has given to you.
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June 15, 2007
In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider: God also hath set the one over against the other, to the end that man shall find nothing after him 
Ecclesiastes 7:14
 
God allows prosperity and adversity. Remember to praise the Lord at all times.
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June 1, 2007
I said in my heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked: for there is a time there for every purpose and for every work                                           Ecclesiasties 3:17
 
Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do good things happen to bad people? God has a purpose for everything. Many purposes will be revealed in time. Place your trust in the Lord who loves you and He will give you peace at all times.
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May 15, 2007
He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man; he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.    Proverbs 21:17
 
Pleasure is okay, but don't love pleasure more than you love the Lord. You will be poor by having no peace. You will always be wanting and never be completely fulfilled. The peace that passes all understanding can only be received when you love the Lord with your whole heart.
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If you want to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, if you have prayer requests, or just have questions, please feel free to email  us with your questions or requests.
May God continue to watch over you and show you His love.
In God We Trust,
Prayerfully,
 
Pastor Revita De Chalus and the Lord of Hope Ministry staff 
 
 

For thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of  the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne upon her sides, and be dandled upon her knees.
Isaiah 66:12, King James Version

 We, the staff of Lord of Hope Ministries want you to know that God is present and wants to have a relationship with you.
God reminds us of His nurturing qualities: the comfort of a child being breastfed  while snuggled close to his mother, being held at his mother's side, and being bounced on his mother's knees.
Our God wants to comfort us, we need only to be willing to rely on Him.
 
If you want to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, if you have prayer requests, or just have questions, please feel free to email us with your questions or requests.
 
May God continue to watch over you and show you His love.
 
In God We Trust,
Prayerfully,
 
Pastor Revita Dechalus and Lord of Hope ministry staff 
 

 

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If you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me at the following address: rev_revita@lordofhopeministries.com

Lord of Hope Ministries, PO Box 160, Streamwood, Ill. 60107