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I am soaking up the scriptures that you guys post. Great idea and great to read

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Chispas The New Has Come

Today's Scripture

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

As a follower of Christ, you are a new creation! You have a new spirit, a new walk, a new life! Are there “old” things in your life that you are trying to get rid of? Maybe you have old behaviors or addictions that you want to change. Remember, the new has come. It’s a new year and it’s time to be the new you. Let this year be the year you break old habits and addictions. Let this be the year that you move forward into a new life of victory. And your new life includes all the spiritual blessings the Lord has promised in His Word. You have a promise of peace. Health. Protection. Provision. Be encouraged today and know that no matter what is happening in your life right now, you can embrace the new life God has prepared for you. Make the choice today to leave the old behind—leave behind old behavior, old thinking, old words. Embrace the new by faith and you’ll move forward into the life of blessing the Lord has in store for you.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, thank You for making me new. Help me to understand Your plan for me so that I can fully embrace Your promises. I choose today to leave behind the old life and ask that You empower me by Your spirit today. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

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Focus on the Unseen

Today's Scripture

“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal” (2 Corinthians 4:18).

Today's Word from Joel and Missy

Every obstacle in your life is subject to change. It doesn’t matter what you may be facing, there is an answer in the unseen. The unseen is the spiritual realm where the promises of God exist. Your faith brings those unseen things into this natural realm. When you are fixed on something, you can’t be moved. There’s a determination that fuels your focus. When you fix your eyes on the unseen—the promises of God—your faith will not be moved by your circumstances and you’ll eventually see those promises come to pass. Make the decision today to fix your eyes and mind on the promises of God. Meditate on His promises until they become more real to you than the air you breath. Declare that His promises will come to pass in your life. Declare that you have His favor. Declare that you are more than a conqueror. Don’t allow fear and doubt to change what you are speaking over your life. As you continue to fix your spiritual eyes on the unseen promises of God, you will see those things come to pass in the natural and you will move forward into the abundant life the Lord has for you!

A Prayer for Today

Father God, today I choose to fix my eyes on you. I choose to fix my mind and heart on your promises, no matter what it looks like in this natural world. I know that Your Word is true and that your promises will be fulfilled in my life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Faith was hard for me to walk in at first, but when I recieved it I was in awe. What a feeing feeling.

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

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It was very hard for me, also, and I do struggle with faith every now and then . The flesh always wrestles with the spirit.

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Naggi,

Have you ever read "The Purpose Driven Life"? I was recomending it to someoen in another forum and thought of you.

I purchased this book for my mom this christmas. It has been the gift from god to her. I am excited to get it myself. my brother in law has read the book also and thought he had a spiritual movement after.

Here is the link:

http://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Driven-Life-...9028&sr=1-1And the book is only $10 with priceless rewards.

Have a great day,

Missy

It was very hard for me, also, and I do struggle with faith every now and then . The flesh always wrestles with the spirit.

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It was very hard for me, also, and I do struggle with faith every now and then . The flesh always wrestles with the spirit.

I read this book a few years ago, and went through each 40 day assignment. I felt as if my life was changed. When I saw your mention of it today, I decided to go pull the book out again and go through the process all over again. Thank you for acknowledging this book. It is a very thought-provoking and "active" book of spiritual guidance and seeking the unique and distinct purpose for which God has put us here on His green earth. Thanks again Missy.

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Look Straight Ahead

Today's Scripture

"Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you" (Proverbs 4:25).

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

What are you looking at today? I don't mean in the natural, but in the spiritual. What is in the forefront of your mind and heart? Are you constantly dwelling on your problems, or things that have happened in your past? In the natural, you will move in the direction that your eyes are looking. In the spiritual, it works the same way. Whatever you focus your mind and heart on, you will move towards. That's why this verse tells us to look straight ahead. If you are constantly dwelling on your problems, or things in your past, wondering "what if" then you will stay right where you are. But if you choose to forgive and release the past then you can focus on what is ahead of you and you'll begin to move forward. God doesn't want you to live in the past. He wants you to meditate on His goodness and believe His promises so that you can keep growing. God is a creative God and He has designed a wonderful future for you. Look straight ahead so you can see it and move forward into the live of victory God has promised!

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, today I set my focus on You. I choose to forget the past by forgiving others so that I can look straight ahead to Your promises. I ask that You direct my heart on the path of life that You have for me. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

Edited January 11, 2008 by MrsJibowu

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In other words, Be ENCOURAGED GOD is in control. Get your eyes on HIM and off your problems.

What a nice message you posted today, MrsJ.

No, I have not read that book you mentioned.

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In other words, Be ENCOURAGED GOD is in control. Get your eyes on HIM and off your problems.

What a nice message you posted today, MrsJ.

No, I have not read that book you mentioned.

MrsJibowu, may the good Lord bless you for the wonderful words of the scripture you post each day.

My scripture for today is Proverbs 3: 5-6

TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND LEAN NOT ON YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING

IN ALL YOUR WAYS ACKNOWLEDGE HIM, AND HE SHALL DIRECT YOUR PATHS.

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Monagoz, I really needed this one today. God always places the ones you need in your path if you seek him.

Thank you for being the messanger!

MrsJibowu, may the good Lord bless you for the wonderful words of the scripture you post each day.

My scripture for today is Proverbs 3: 5-6

TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND LEAN NOT ON YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING

IN ALL YOUR WAYS ACKNOWLEDGE HIM, AND HE SHALL DIRECT YOUR PATHS.

Edited January 12, 2008 by MrsJibowu

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Romans 15 : 4

" For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance

and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. "

Edited January 13, 2008 by Nagishkaw

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Shalom, Fellow Believers,

Scripture for today:

“Brothers, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14 NIV)

This has always been one of my favorites

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He Improves Those He Loves

Today's Scripture

“…God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in His holiness” (Hebrews 12:10).

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

Aren’t you glad that the God of this universe loves us enough to discipline and shape our character? Webster’s Dictionary defines “discipline” as training that corrects, molds, or perfects mental faculties or moral character. God improves our character through His training. While you are on this earth, you are constantly in spiritual training. Your faith is being trained, your character is being trained, and your heart is being trained to be more like Him. God is training us so that we can be holy, or set apart, in our mind, will, and emotions. Holiness is important to God because the Bible says that without holiness, we won’t be able to see Him. God doesn’t want anything to come between you and Him. He wants to be with you. That’s why He chose to make your heart His home. When you allow Him to shape, train, and improve your character, you will be holy and you will see Him. Receive His loving guidance today as He shapes and trains your character. Let Him work in your life and respond to His tender leading. As you do, you’ll rise higher in every area and live the life of victory the Lord has planned for you.

A Prayer for Today

Father, thank You for Your discipline in my life. Thank You for molding and shaping my character so that I can be more like You. I welcome your correction and submit myself to You in every area of my life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.