LIVE LOVE

I wonder how many of us have resolved not to cause any waves? Everything is shaky, unstable, subject to change. All will be shaken that can be shaken. Even the waves of the sea have been given a boundary line by God, "This is how far you go and no further." The Lord God who made us has given us boundary lines for our own good. At any given time we will be reaping consequences or a blessing from the choices that we choose to make. Sitting on the shore yesterday I was hoping to soak my swollen knee in the beautiful emerald waves. The reality of my circumstance seemed more like I was getting thrashed by the salt water repeatedly (getting a beating I was), strong sucking pull dragging me down the sandpaper shoreline (it's hard to hold onto sand for stability), and I still attempted to think healing thoughts as my eyes were burning from all the slaps (splashes) to the face. All those who are godly in Christ Jesus will endure tribulation. Yes we are to keep the peace with all m...

Taking every thought captive and making it obedient to Christ. Daily renewing your mind. Clothing yourself in true humility. Putting on the whole armor or Christ. Resisting the devil. Showing forth the praises of Him who has called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Purifying your souls by obeying the truth through the Holy Spirit. Loving one another with a pure heart fervently. Speak evil of no man. Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king. Endure grief. When you suffer take it patiently. Be dead to sin, live unto righteousness. Make it your aim, your goal to please Him, the One who has called you and chosen you before the foundations of the world.

THOUGHTS FROM GEORGE WINKELMAN AND SUNRISE MINISTRIES--- Caught up in the pursuit of power and pleasure, Babylon believed in it's own greatness and claimed to be the only power on earth. Babylon felt completely secure, and Nebuchadnezzar, its king, exalted himself as a god. But the true God taught King Nebuchadnezzar a powerful lesson by taking everything away from him. (Daniel 4:28-37). Our society is addicted to pleasure and power, but these can quickly pass away. Look at your own life and ask your self, how can you be more responsible with the talents and possessions God has given you. How can you use your life for God's honor rather than your own? The people of Babylon sought advice from astrologers and star- gazers. But like the idols of wood or gold, they could not even deliver themselves from what was to come from the hands of God. Why rely on those who are powerless ?. The helpless can not help us. Alternatives to God are destined to fail. If you want help, find it in ...

May the mind of Christ, my Savior, Live in me from day to day, By His love and power controlling All I do and say. May the Word of God dwell richly In my heart from hour to hour, So that all may see I triumph Only through His power. May the peace of God my Father Rule my life in everything, That I may be calm to comfort Sick and sorrowing. May the love of Jesus fill me As the waters fill the sea; Him exalting, self abasing, This is victory. May I run the race before me, Strong and brave to face the foe, Looking only unto Jesus As I onward go. May His beauty rest upon me, As I seek the lost to win, And may they forget the channel, Seeing only Him. by Kate B. Wilkinson (1913)

It has been about ten days now since I had finished a good work day and was headed home after picking up a few groceries. A quiet night around 10:20pm and an S.U.V. was suddenly in my lane, headlights were almost as close as the hood of the car I was driving. Lights out for me on impact as I sank into the dark silence. I was unable to speak or hear or see my immediate circumstances. My spirit called out to God, "Please help me, please help my mom." In life and death, our lives are continually effecting others. This was my last request as I took what I thought was my last breath --- I am not sure how much time passed before I remember taking a breath and starting to cry. I was not sure what had happened at first or how long I had been gone, but the tears came as I began to feel the pain, the inability to move, and realized that Jesus gave me life again. Immediately I started thanking God for being with me and for going ahead and comforting my mom upon receiving news that I had...

Possible questions to ask yourself if you have concerns that something could be lacking in your marriage: Am I praying? Have I actually asked God to help me walk through this season? Do I cast my cares on the Lord? Do I bring my problems to God? Do I treat my spouse the way I would like to be treated? Am I focusing too much on what the other person is or is not doing? Am I unconcerned with the load that they have to carry? Am I actively doing something to lighten their load daily? Am I considering myself and my own feelings above my spouses? Do I allow critical and accusing thoughts to frequent my mind? Do I make a habit of encouraging and complimenting or do I have a sarcastic insulting tone, resentful, careless or fault-finding attitude? It is very important to examine yourself and pay attention to your own behaviour, habits, and devotion. All the ways that you are will either positively or negatively effect your relationship and the lives of those observing your relationship. Please...

Toenails are a small part of the body, but if something is the matter with one of them they can affect the whole body. Have you ever stubbed one of your toes, smashed any of your toes enough to rip off one of your toenails? Painful eh? Ouch! Like a stubbed toe, when we complain and argue our words have the power to cause others to stumble or at the very least tremendous discomfort. Our every little word can affect the whole body. The beginning of this verse if very clear instructions, "DO EVERYTHING without complaining or arguing..." Imagine what life would be like if we trained ourselves to think and act in agreement with this verse. "Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe. " Philippians 2:14-15