***Bible Verses of the Day****

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Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.

Colossians 3:23-24

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Hebrews 12:1

Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses,

let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so

easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race

marked out for us.

Luke 14:10

But when you are invited, take the lowest place,

so that when your host comes, he will say to you,

‘Friend, move up to a better place.’

Then you will be honored in the presence of all your fellow guests.

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Ephesians 6:2-3

Honor your father and mother — which is the first

commandment with a promise that it may go well with you

and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.

1 Peter 5:7

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

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Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

1 Corinthians 4:5

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Looking Past the Now

This devotional was written by Kelly McFadden

“Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations. He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear his voice in the streets. A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out, till he leads justice to victory. In his name the nations will put their hope.”—Matthew 12:18 – 21

Life’s not fair. I’ve heard that phrase since I was a kid. Honestly, I don’t like it anymore now than I did then. Truth be told, the phrase is legitimate. Life, flat-out stinks some times. It’s not fair and it’s not easy.

A painful breakup, a lost loved one, a phone call reporting cancer, losing a job or not getting a promotion at work, difficulty with the kids, financial strain…you name it, we have all struggled. Life isn’t easy for any of us. In college, I watched two friends on the football team struggle with injuries. One of them had chronic problems with his feet, wincing in pain with each step he took. The other blew out both of his knees within a year of each other. The difference between them: one is a Christian and one was not. One had hope, and one did not. One knew that football was temporary and not his only identity, that his identity and hope was in Christ; the other did not.

As Christians, we can look past the now. God sent His Son, Jesus, as the Servant who, by His death and resurrection, makes all of the difference for us. It is He Who will bring justice and mercy. It is He Who is the hope of the world. What a gift we have in Jesus! Through Him, hope motivates us to store up treasure in heaven, not treasures on earth. Through Him, we have the promise that God works for the good of those who believe. (Romans 8:28) Through Him, we have the hope that this life – with all of its struggles – is just our temporary home before moving onto the glorious eternity with our Father in heaven.

I’ve never understood how nonbelievers make it through struggles without the hope God gives to those who love Him. It will always be hard when the bad news and difficult times come, but as a Christian, you can rely on heavenly hope. This is the hope that helps us look past the now and focus on treasures in heaven.

GOING DEEPER:
1. Think through what separates Christians from others. What does Matthew mean when he writes that, “In his name the nations will put their hope”?

2. Think through the struggles you have faced in your life. In what ways did you lean on the Lord? How did that help you through?

FURTHER READING:
Psalm 42:5-6; 1 Timothy 4:7-9; Romans 15:13

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TAKE ME OUT OF THE DARK

LEAD ME LORD

I SEE YOU LORD

[phil and nanz 0]

Let me share also the "BREATHE PRAYER" an d may this help you as it has helped me.

I find it interesting that despite the Scriptural challenges, even those including our Savior’s words that we ought not worry, many of us still find anxiety to be a daily companion. Still, we are in good company with our fellow believers over the centuries. The early Christian Fathers used what is called a “breathe prayer” to help those experiencing anxiety. We use it in our ministry today. It is simply this: As you inhale, say the words “Jesus Christ is Lord” to yourself, then, as you exhale say the words, “Lord, be my peace.” Repeat this pattern until you feel your anxiety lessen or go away completely.

Today, if you are feeling anxious, give this “breathe prayer” a try, and may God’s peace be with you.

ate gaye thanks for sharing this "breathe prayer" this will really help me god bless you all! very nice thread ann

nanz

[jego ryu 0]

Let me share also the "BREATHE PRAYER" an d may this help you as it has helped me.

I find it interesting that despite the Scriptural challenges, even those including our Savior’s words that we ought not worry, many of us still find anxiety to be a daily companion. Still, we are in good company with our fellow believers over the centuries. The early Christian Fathers used what is called a “breathe prayer” to help those experiencing anxiety. We use it in our ministry today. It is simply this: As you inhale, say the words “Jesus Christ is Lord” to yourself, then, as you exhale say the words, “Lord, be my peace.” Repeat this pattern until you feel your anxiety lessen or go away completely.

Today, if you are feeling anxious, give this “breathe prayer” a try, and may God’s peace be with you.

ate gaye thanks for sharing this "breathe prayer" this will really help me god bless you all! very nice thread ann

nanz

thanks for sharing nanz......hope you can drop by here always ,,,to share goodnews .....godbess

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Just wanna share this too

When Peter took his eyes off Jesus on focused on the waves, he immediately began to sink.

Feelings of terror is often the result of misplaced vision.Keep our eyes on Jesus when doubt, fear, guilt and personal struggle threaten to overwhelm you.You'll never be disppointed!

Waves represent our struggle,problems in life if we'll focus on them they will just pull us down.Instead commit our lives to JESUS as He promised to us..He will never leave us nor forsake us!!He gives us peace of mind when trouble comes

J E S U S IS L O R D!!!!

Edited August 6, 2008 by God's*GiRL

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[Michael and Milahjean 0]

VERSE OF THE DAY

"The LORD'S love for us is strong; the LORD is faithful forever. Ps(s) 117:2

In God (I will praise his word), In God have I put my trust, I will not be afraid; What can flesh do unto me?" (Psalm 56:4)

Hi everybody!!!!!!!!!!

BIBLE VERSES FOR TODAY............... Ask and it shall be given u, seek and ye shall find, knock and he shall be open unto you. ( Matthew 7:7 )

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Colossians 2:13

When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision

of your sinful nature, God made you alive with Christ.

He forgave us all our sins.

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“Now, therefore, reform your ways and your deeds…”

– Jeremiah 26:13

What if you hold the power over someone’s life? How would you handle it?

Lord, use me as an instrument to give life to others.