The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.  Psalm 103:8

Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.  Lamentations 3:22-23

But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. Titus 3:4-5a

Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea.  Micah 7:18-19

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives
life has set you free from the law of sin and death.  Romans 8:1-2

Praise God for his GREAT love for us.

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For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 3:11).

There’re several books and teachings on success written by men without spiritual insight or scriptural foundation. Sadly, some Christians spend a great deal of time brooding through such materials in search of success principles, not caring to find out if these authors themselves succeeded through their own prescriptions on success. Only God’s Word can make you a true success.

Human knowledge of wisdom can’t make you a permanent success in life. You need the Holy Spirit, the author of life Himself, to teach you through His Word, how to be successful in life. Psalm 39:5, says ‘’…verily, every man at his best state is altogether vanity.’’ Human wisdom or expertise is not enough to put you over in life. You’d have to go for the wisdom of God. Proverbs 4:7 says, ‘’wisdom is the principle thing; therefore get wisdom…’’ and wisdom is the Word of God.

The world’s economies are in shambles today, in spite of the great works of the best economists and financial teachers of the world. All the economic theories and postulations are crumbling because they were founded on man’s wisdom. God has given us His Word to teach us how to live a joyous, successful, vibrant, and prosperous life on earth! If you’d only follow the Lord and live by His Word, you’ll be a success and you’ll have no fear of tomorrow!

Joshua 1:8 unveils God’s tested and guaranteed recipe for unending success: ‘’This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.’’ God has given you everything you’d ever need for a successful life; but they’re all wrapped up in the Word. So get the Word into your spirit; it’s the only sure foundation for a successful, victorious and prosperous life; there’s none other.

Prayer

My life is built on the Word of God; the sure foundation for success. When the storms of life billow against me, I’ll not be moved because I stand secure in the Word, conscious that the greater One indwells me! Of the increase of my success and progress, there shall be no end, because I have made the Word my stay and my meditation! Blessed be the Name of the Lord!

Further Study

2 Peter 1:3; 1 Timothy 4:15

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Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.  Proverbs 3:5-6

Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledge rather than choice gold, for (God’s) wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.  Proverbs 8:10-11

“Now then, my children, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways. Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not disregard it. Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For those who find me find life and receive favor from the LORD.  Proverbs 8:32-35

In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality.  Proverbs 12:28

Surely the righteous will never be shaken; they will be remembered forever. They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Psalm 112:6-7

Paul writes, And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God. Philippians 1:9-11

AMEN!!!

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Rapsody Of Realities

Take my yoke upon you…For my yoke is easy. And my burden is light (Mathew 11:29-30).

The instructions and responsibilities God gives you are not burdensome at all. 1 John 5:3 says His commandments are not grievous. He’ll never ask you to do something that’s beyond your ability. All He asks is that you trust in His Word and act your faith. That’s how simple the kingdom life is; you don’t have to toil.

Think about it: All the sins you ever committed were automatically blotted out by the blood of Christ! As numerous and terrible as they were, all you had to do was to confess with your mouth the Lordship of Jesus, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you became a new creation (Romans 10:9). You became righteous in an instant, and were translated into the glorious liberty of the sons of God. Now, you have dominion over Satan and the cohorts of darkness; glory to God!

If it was that simple for you to receive salvation and have eternal life imparted to your spirit, then you have to agree that life in the kingdom is that way too. All you have to do is receive and appropriate for yourself all the wonderful blessings of salvation: wholeness, preservation, health, peace, deliverance, safety, security, victory, success, and prosperity! All these and more are included in the salvation package!

The Word ‘’Lord’’ doesn’t only mean boss; it also means bread-provider, protector and caretaker. So when you declare that Jesus is Lord of your life, you’re saying His your bread-provider, Protector, Caretaker and the One who has responsibility over your life. It’s that easy. Don’t think it’s too simple to be true. Live without stress today and always.

Prayer

Precious Father, I thank you for your goodness and the opportunity you’ve given me to bask in your blessings and live the good life you’ve freely made available to me in Christ. I lay all burdens at your feet, and choose the stress-free life! Thank you for taking charge of my family, health, finances and all that concerns me; I live in absolute joy today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study

Psalms 84:5; Proverbs 3:5

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“The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.  Acts 17:24-25

The Son (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn (most important) over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.  He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.  Colossians 1:15-17

From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us.  Acts 17:26-27

That is our GOD!!!

He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; Psalm 46:10a

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and  a future.  Jeremiah 29:11

Job writes … I know that my redeemer (Jesus) lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been  destroyed, (you die) yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see him with my own eyes—I, and not another. How my heart yearns within me!  Job 19:25-27

Though you have not seen him, (Jesus, the Lord God) you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.  1 Peter 1:8-9

Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts
and your minds in Christ Jesus.  Philippians 4:5-7

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Asking The Right Question-Are Your Daddy Issues Keeping You From God?

Cool Doesn’t Mean Good

A lot of times I’ve heard that there are people in this generation who don’t trust God because of the broken relationship they have with their father, whether he left, was abusive, or just generally didn’t seem to care. They can’t accept that God the Father will never leave or let them down. They don’t believe that He loves them, no matter what. But I see another problem… There seems to be casualness about God. Let me tell you something… God is not a “cool parent.” He is the Maker of the universe. He has the power to give life…and take it away. He’s not your buddy. He doesn’t “let things slide” and He’s not the kind of parent who will let you throw a rager in the basement as long as you promise not to leave the house.

God is too perfect and loves us too much to be that kind of parent. He does not need our approval. He is not insecure in who He is… I mean, who else can respond with “I AM” when someone ask them who they are? Just Him. People who have grown up with “cool dads” have an equally hard time coming to the Father as those who have come from “deadbeat dads”. People with cool dads don’t understand discipline. They think that it is unfair and cruel. They don’t realize it comes from a place of love and correction. See Hebrews 12:5-6 where it says: “My son, do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you, because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.”

God loves us and accepts us as His children! He is the best parent of all, and part of that comes from His willingness to discipline us to keep us from further harm. If there’s no consequence for bad behavior, what’s to stop us from doing it over and over and over again? And if we don’t stop doing all the wrong things, we’ll be forever separated from Him…and that’s not what He wants at all. So to all you children of God, rejoice in His love, even when He’s disciplining you! Remember all the pain and suffering He is keeping you from. And to all you parents and future parents… don’t do your kids the disservice of being a cool parent. Love them enough to show them what’s right, and steer them away from what’s wrong.

Praise be to the LORD, for he has heard my cry for mercy. The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.  Psalm 28:6-8

Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and your dominion endures through all generations. The LORD is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does.  ^{Psalm 145:13}

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit
to him, and he will make your paths straight.  Proverbs 3:5-6

For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God.  2 Corinthians 1:20

Thank you God!!!

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Five Truths When You Lose

For no apparent reason, I was missing my folks this past weekend.

That’s despite the fact that it’s been almost six years since my dad died and more than eight years since my mom passed away.

Even though I’m a grown man with a family of my own, the loss of my parents still lingers and seems to sneak up on me in unexpected ways.

And during those past few years, I’ve come to realize a few truths about loss:

1. Loss Happens to Us All

During our lives, each of us will experience the pain and tragedy of loss in some way or form. It’s unavoidable. It doesn’t matter if you’re rich, poor, educated or simpleminded the simple truth is you will lose something that matters to you in this lifetime.

2. Life is Loss

No matter how wonderful your life might be, you will lose some aspect of your life that will diminish its quality. Whether it’s your health, youth, freedom, mobility, relationships, status or sense of security – some aspect of your life will decrease over time.

3. Time Won’t Heal All Wounds

Although this sentiment sounds good in greeting cards and pithy tweets, the idea that time alone heals all wounds is simply false. The only thing that time tends to do is dull the pain, but time in and of itself doesn’t heal the emotional wound of loss.

4. Each of Us Decides Our Response to Loss

Despite the morose tone of this post, I do believe that it’s up to each individual to decide whether they want to be bitter or better in the aftermath of loss. Ultimately you can flounder for the meaning of your life during the season of pain or assign meaning to the pain – much the same way that an expectant mother finds meaning through the pain of childbirth or a marathon runner who finds that completing a race is worth the painful training. Coping with loss requires a conscious decision that doesn’t happen on its own.

5. Faith Helps

Coping with loss is not merely a mental exercise, loss affects your entire being – mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Ignoring that fact only prolongs the pain and slows the healing.

My faith helped me see beyond the immediate confusion and feelings of disorientation I felt that accompanied losing my parents. I don’t understand everything or have answers to every question, but I do know that my faith has helped me help others who have experienced loss.

Ironically, that’s an unintended outcome that loss doesn’t diminish – loss actually affords us the opportunity to  add comfort, support and help to those walking the path of pain.

Question: How has loss touched your life and how did you respond?  

1 John 3:1

Behold what manner of love the Father has given unto us,  that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knows us not, because it knew him not.

We are called sons and daughters of the living God.  What and honor that was bestow on us by Jesus  Christ when he laid his life bare on a cross of wood. Condemn to die not  because He did anything but what we did. Can you picture Him on the cross and the pain He endured so we can live a life like no other? His cry of pain and  loneliness when He said, “My God, my God why have you forsaken me?” His Father  couldn’t look upon His Son because of the sin that He carried for us His sons  and daughters of the living God.

We who call Abba Father have a responsibility to our Father  Jesus Christ. We need to run the race and do not think that you can’t. What do I have to share or give? You have nothing to give. But, Jesus Christ has everything to give and he calls us to live in  the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25) The Holy Spirit is  here to teach, train, comfort, and live through us to the dying world that  Jesus came to save.

The Lord has called us to deny ourselves and pick up the cross and follow him. (Matthew  16:24) I know this is hard because I struggle with it myself. I cry out to the  Lord on bended knee in the whys of me. I can’t write. But, that is what’s great  about our relationship because I need him desperately to help me. If I had a  mission that was easy I probably wouldn’t depend on Him so much.  Probably think I know what I need to do and  do it on my own. Thinking that I was doing what God wanted and all the time  doing it in myself. That is what King Saul did and God left him. King David  needed God and David cried out to God. “The God of my rock; in him will I trust:he is my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my  refuge, my savior; you save me from violence.” (2 Samuel 22:3)

We can learn so much from the men and women in the Bible who  walk with God. The Lord was with them and working through them. Jesus Christ  the same yesterday, and today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) The Holy Spirit is  alive in you and Jesus Christ sent Him to you. He wants to be part of your life  if you will let go of your life you can have His life.

The issue here is control. Let’s let go of the control  button and let’s let the Holy Spirit reign in our life. I do not know about you  but I do not have a learner’s permit to drive the Holy Spirit vehicle. I think  some of you think you do know everything there is to know about the Holy  Spirit. I like a good mystery and I like surprises that happen when you walk  the walk with Jesus Christ at the head. It’s an exciting adventure for all ages  from running a marathon in the rain forests to hang gliding through the  mountains. My ways are scary and costly they take me through the darkest jungles  of the Amazons to the lion pits in Africa and that does not interest me  anymore.

We are called sons of God and that means we can travel first  class with Jesus Christ as our pilot. We think because we did this horrible  thing that Jesus won’t forgive you. He said to the woman at the well. Does  anyone condemn you? She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus  said unto her, Neither do I condemn you: go, and sin no more. (John 8:11)

Don’t make the reason for not entering in to what the Lord  has for you be ‘sin’. We all struggle with sin and cry out to God to help us.  With God’s help you can overcome any obstacle in your life. Read the heroes in  the Bible and you will find many sinners there. King David was and adultery and  murderer. Moses was a murderer, too. Some of our great preachers of this day have battle with addictions and sins. ‘Almighty LORD, you made heaven and earth  by your great strength and powerful arm. Nothing  is too hard for you. (Jeremiah 32:17)

Promises

Romans 8:37  No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

1John 4:4  You are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because  greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

Romans 8:31  What shall we then say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

Romans 8:1  There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ  Jesus.

Thank you, Lord for reminding me of answer prayer.  That you are the great I AM who takes care of  me and provides for my everyday needs. Who calls me his daughter and disciplines me in love.

I pray for the my brothers and sisters in the Lord that you awaken the  Holy Spirit in each one of them that they will seek your face and relinquish  their hold on their life to you Lord, Jesus Christ. That they will become more  than conquerors in you and take that step of faith to walk in the light as you  are in the light. So that they will shine like diamonds in the darkest of  nights to a world that does not know you Lord. In Jesus Christ name, I pray.  Amen.

As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the LORD (Jesus)? And who is the Rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.  Psalm 18:30-32

Even as he spoke, many believed in him. To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”  John 8:30-32

As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the LORD (Jesus)? And who is the Rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.  Psalm 18:30-32

Even as he spoke, many believed in him. To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:30-32

This is how we know that we belong to the truth and how we set our hearts at rest in his presence: If our hearts condemn us, we know that God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything. Dear friends, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God  1 John 3:19-21

But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,” that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, (made right with God) and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.  Romans 10:8-10

Thank you GOD for setting our hearts at rest!!!

For those who are in union with Christ, temptation and addictions are unable to touch us. Tobacco addiction is an addictive poison clearly harmful to our health and that itself makes a sin, hurts our testimony because it controls us which brings death and destruction. The Bible says, Sin when it is finished, brings forth death. Proverbs 5:22 says the evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast. Jesus said that the Devil is a liar, thief, and murderer who only comes to kill, steal, and destroy .Scripture warns us that “If any man defiles the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are.” -1Corinthians 3:17.

Another big problem is when Parents , families, relatives and friends who get addicted to tobacco are controlled by their evil desires by setting bad examples for their children to follow and there are some other parents who will hide their addiction from their family members and pretend to be Godly and follow the hypocrite carnal path of lying, defending themselves living still a spiritually defeated Christian life and there are some who sit with their children and enjoy tobacco together as a family instead of sitting together for praying and enjoying quality time with family members. As parents we must teach our children not to be controlled by evil desires but to learn to resist and control them. James 4:7 says “Submit yourself therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”.

Conclusion:God is waiting for you to come to Him .If you are using tobacco in any form, please be strong determined to stop NOW! You owe it to your loved ones, yourself and God to stop. I want to remind you Matthew 5:29-30 says if your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.

Prayer:

Father, I come to you, confessing my sin ,repenting for my sins and asking for your forgiveness.

In the Mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ, I surrender myself completely and I now renounce, break and loose myself and my family from all hereditary curses, and from all demonic bondage placed upon me as the result of sins, transgressions or iniquities through myself, my parents or any of my ancestors. I confess all the sins of my forefathers.

Father, I ask you to forgive me and my ancestors for any sin that has exposed me for this addiction and to live in bondage of sins. I command all evil spirits associated with any addictions to leave me in Jesus name.

In Jesus name I circumcise all my addiction thoughts and remove every pattern of tobacco addiction controlling me.

I now claim by faith that I am under divine protection and I cover myself with the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ to protect me from all addictions and evil desires.

I now confess that my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, redeemed, cleansed and sanctified by the blood of Jesus. Therefore, Satan and any addictions has no place in me, and no power over me, through the blood of Jesus Christ. Lord I thank you for the provision of deliverance through the blood of Jesus Christ and the Gift of Life and I glorify your Name, all the days of my life. I thank you Jesus that you are the same God yesterday today and forever .Amen

About An Author:

Shaila D Touchton was born and raised in a well educated family in India and she has completed her Bachelor of Electrical & Electronics Engineering Degree from NMAMIT, India and other various Certifications Courses in Computers & Networking. She had worked for I.T and Engineering companies in the past and now she is a stay Home Mother and Christian writer contributing articles. She has self published three books using print-on-demand called “Christian Living”, “Seek God’s Truth” and “Living a Godly Life”. She has passion for writing Christian articles and has contributed many articles and blogs online. She has an incredible heart to serve the Lord and spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through her writings. To contact Shaila, please email her at sdtouchton@gmail.com

Jesus said … Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?  Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest? “Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these.  

If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more will he clothe you—you of little faith!  Luke 12:25-29

Paul writes … Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.  Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.  Philippians 4:4-7

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. James 1:12  

AMEN!!!

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