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Acts‬ ‭9‬:‭4-5‬

He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” “Who are you, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” he replied. (‭Acts‬ ‭9‬:‭4-5‬ NIV)

I don’t think there will ever be a more radical conversion to Christ as the one of Saul to Paul. The thing that sticks out most in this scripture is the fact that Saul addressed him as Lord!. Saul had been telling everyone that the disciples were spreading false truth and that Jesus was a fake, yet he knew him right away as Lord. Today I pray that there would be radical conversions to Jesus as this one and God would receive all the deserving glory, I know this scripture is personal to me, as I am a Saul to Paul conversion…….Be Blessed

2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new

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GOD LOVES YOU with an everlasting Love. – JEREMIAH 31 : 3, EXODUS 15 : 13, HEBREWS 13 : 8

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“GOD LOVES YOU with an everlasting Love. The human mind cannot comprehend GOD constancy. Your emotions flicker and falter in the face of varying circumstances, and you tend to project your fickle feelings onto GOD. Thus, you do not benefit fully from The LORD’S unfailing Love. You need to look beyond the flux of circumstances and discover GOD gazing lovingly back at you. This awareness of GOD’S Presence strengthens you, as you receive and respond to HIS Love. GOD is the same yesterday, today, and forever! Let GOD’S Love flow into you continually. Your need for GOD is as constant as the outflow of HIS Love to you.” para-phrased – “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.” JEREMIAH 31 : 3

“In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling.” EXODUS 15 : 13

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. HEBREWS 13 : 8

Prayer: Lord help me to look beyond my circumstances and discover you gazing lovingly at me, pouring your love into me constantly. Let this awareness of your constant love and goodness strengthen me today. In Jesus’ precious name. Amen.

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IN ORDER TO HEAR GOD’S VOICE, you must release all your worries into GOD’S care. – 1 PETER 5 : 6 – 7, PSALM 118 : 24, 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 18

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“IN ORDER TO HEAR GOD’S VOICE, you must release all your worries into GOD’S care. Entrust to GOD everything that concerns you. This clears the way for you to seek The LORD’S Face unhindered. Let GOD free you from fear that is hiding deep inside you. Sit quietly in The LORD’S Presence, allowing HIS Light to soak into you and drive out any darkness lodged within you. Accept each day just as it comes to you, remembering that GOD is sovereign over your life. Rejoice in this day that The LORD has made, trusting that GOD is abundantly present in it. Instead of regretting or resenting the way things are, thank GOD in all circumstances. Trust GOD and don’t be fearful; thank HIM and rest in HIS sovereignty.” para-phrased – “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 PETER 5 : 6 – 7

This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. PSALM 118 : 24

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 18

Prayer: Lord I want to hear your voice so help me to release all my worries into your care. Free me from any fear hiding deep down inside me. And as I sit quietly with you, may your light soak into every ounce of my being and drive out any darkness inside me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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BE WILLING TO FOLLOW wherever GOD leads. – 2 CORINTHIANS 5 : 7, PSALM 96 : 6, JOHN 8 : 12, PSALM 36 : 9

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“BE WILLING TO FOLLOW wherever GOD leads. Follow GOD wholeheartedly, with glad anticipation quickening your pace. Though you don’t know what lies ahead, GOD knows; and that is enough! Some of GOD’S richest blessings are just around the bend: out of sight, but nonetheless very real. To receive these gifts, you must walk by faith-—not by sight. This doesn’t mean closing your eyes to what is all around you. It means subordinating the visible world to the invisible Shepherd of your soul. Sometimes GOD leads you up a high mountain with only HIS hand to support you. The higher you climb, the more spectacular the view becomes; also, the more keenly you sense your separation from the world with all its problems. This frees you to experience exuberantly the joyous reality of GOD’S Presence. Give yourself fully to these Glory-moments, awash in dazzling Light. GOD will eventually lead you down the mountain, back into community with others. Let GOD’S Light continue to shine within you as you walk among people again.” para-phrased – “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

We live by faith, not by sight. 2 CORINTHIANS 5 : 7

Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and glory are in his sanctuary. PSALM 96 : 6

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” JOHN 8 : 12

For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. PSALM 36 : 9

Prayer: Lord like Abraham, help me to follow you wherever you lead me with excited anticipation of the good plan you have in store. Whether I’m on a mountain top or in a valley help me to hold onto your hand and trust you wholeheartedly. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Ephesians‬ ‭6:12‬ ‭

“For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.” Ephesians‬ ‭6:12‬ ‭

Ever wonder why bad things happen? Ever wonder why it seems like this broken world is so evil? Well it’s because Satan is ever so presence in the world we live in!!!! The Evil one wants chaos, pain, suffering, divorce, depression, hate , and all that is not good!!!! Take heart this is all temporal !!! Today’s prayer is that we would take heart and trust in God almighty!!! Take heart and trust in the promise he has left us in his word!!!! Grab your sword (Bible) and read and never stop reading!!! If you do you become prey on this world, but if you do you become sealed in his promise……. Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

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REMEMBER THAT JOY is not dependent on your circumstances.

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“REMEMBER THAT JOY is not dependent on your circumstances. Some of the world’s most miserable people are those whose circumstances seem the most enviable. People who reach the top of the ladder career-wise are often surprised to find emptiness awaiting them. True Joy is a by-product of living in GOD’S Presence. Therefore you can experience it in palaces, in prisons . . . anywhere. Do not judge a day as devoid of Joy just because it contains difficulties. Instead, concentrate on staying in communication with GOD. Many of the problems that clamor for your attention will resolve themselves. Other matters you must deal with, but GOD will help you with them. If you make problem-solving secondary to the goal of living close to GOD, you can find Joy even in your most difficult days.” para-phrased – “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior. The Sovereign LORD is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights. For the director of music. On my stringed instruments. HABAKKUK 3 : 17 – 19

Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and joy in his dwelling place. 1 CHRONICLES 16 : 27

Prayer: Lord thank you that joy isn’t dependent on my circumstances but is a by product of living in your presence. In your presence is fullness of joy. Help me to stay there more often this week. I’m so grateful you are always available. What a privilege. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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1 Corinthians‬ ‭9‬:‭22-23‬

When I am with those who are weak, I share their weakness, for I want to bring the weak to Christ. Yes, I try to find common ground with everyone, doing everything I can to save some. I do everything to spread the Good News and share in its blessings. (‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭9‬:‭22-23‬ NLT)

This is a scripture to truly understand, Paul says he does all he can to win people to Christ!!!! He did not say he sets aside his morals to win souls. Today I see so many Christians following the worlds example, does the bible not say we are to be the Head not the Tail? Today I pray that we all would do all we can to win souls for the Lord without jeopardizing our morals, and remember to be the example that Jesus wants us to be……….Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

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‭‭Job‬ ‭1:21‬

“Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.”
‭‭Job‬ ‭1:21‬ ‭NIV‬‬

I believe this is one of the most misunderstood scriptures in the Bible. The God we serve is a God of love. I believe this scripture speaks of God giving us all good, and the ” takes away” pertains to sorrow, bondage, addiction, pain, depression and restlessness. Today’s prayer is that we would embrace that we serve a God of love, he is a just God but a God of love that wills good for all that have called upon the name of Jesus…… Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

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2 Thessalonians‬ ‭2 : 16 – 17‬ ‭

“Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal comfort and a wonderful hope, comfort you and strengthen you in every good thing you do and say.” ‭‭2 Thessalonians‬ ‭2:16-17‬ ‭

Are you feeling down, stressed, alone today? There is a great comfort in our Lord Jesus, he has given us an eternal promise that will never fail. Today’s prayer is that we would rest in the comfort of our savior and realize man will fail us but Jesus never will, he is always there for us……..Be Blessed and turn to Jesus

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

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NEVER TAKE FOR GRANTED GOD’S intimate nearness. – LUKE 12 : 7, JOHN 1 : 12, ROMANS 10 : 13

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“NEVER TAKE FOR GRANTED GOD’S intimate nearness. Marvel at the wonder of GOD’S continual Presence with you. Even the most ardent human lover cannot be with you always. Nor can another person know the intimacies of your heart, mind, and spirit. GOD knows everything about you— even to the number of hairs on your head. You don’t need to work at revealing yourself to GOD. Many people spend a lifetime or a small fortune searching for someone who understands them. Yet GOD is freely available to all who call upon HIS Name, who open their hearts to receive GOD as Savior. This simple act of faith is the beginning of a lifelong love story. GOD, the Lover of your soul, understands you perfectly and love you eternally.” para-phrased – “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. LUKE 12 : 7

Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. JOHN 1 : 12

“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” ROMANS 10 : 13

Prayer: Lord thank you for your intimate nearness and your continual presence with me. I’m in awe the creator of the universe wants to be in an intimate relationship with me. Thank you for speaking to me continually. Help me to listen and then obey. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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