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 ‭‭Colossians‬ ‭2 : 6 – 7‬

“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”  ‭‭Colossians‬ ‭2 : 6 – 7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Time for a self check? I know for myself self checks are critical. Today’s world is nipping at your heels non stop. Checking yourself daily assures that you are living a life that pleases GOD. Today’s prayer is that we all would be so deeply rooted in GOD’S Word that we become perfect imitators of JESUS CHRIST and have a daily walk that pleases the Father ….. In JESUS CHRIST’S name 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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BRING GOD THE SACRIFICE of thanksgiving. | PSALM 116 : 17, GENESIS 3 : 2 – 6, 1 JOHN 1 : 7

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“BRING GOD THE SACRIFICE of thanksgiving. Take nothing for granted, not even the rising of the sun. Before Satan tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden, thankfulness was as natural as breathing. Satan’s temptation involved pointing Eve to the one thing that was forbidden to her. The garden was filled with luscious, desirable fruits, but Eve focused on the one fruit she couldn’t have rather than being thankful for the many good things freely available. This negative focus darkened her mind, and she succumbed to temptation. When you focus on what you don’t have or on situations that displease you, your mind also becomes darkened. You take for granted life, salvation, sunshine, flowers, and countless other gifts from GOD. You look for what is wrong and refuse to enjoy life until that is “fixed.” When you approach GOD with thanksgiving, the Light of GOD’S Presence pours into you, transforming you through and through. Walk in the Light with The LORD by practicing the discipline of thanksgiving.”

Prayer

I will offer to You the sacrifice of thanksgiving, And will call upon the name of the LORD. PSALM 116 : 17 (NKJV) 

The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees in the garden, but God did say, ‘You must not eat fruit from the tree that is in the middle of the garden, and you must not touch it, or you will die.’” “You will not surely die,” the serpent said to the woman. “For God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. GENESIS 3 : 2 – 6 

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. 1 JOHN 1 : 7

Scripture

Prayer: Lord help me to have a grateful heart. To take nothing for granted, not even the rising of the sun. And to trust your timing for unanswered prayers, remaining thankful. Thank you for always being trustworthy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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John 11 : 25 – 26

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?” John 11 : 25 – 26 NKJV

Martha believed this, do you? JESUS CHRIST is coming back!!!! HE is The Way, The Truth, and The Life. On Easter Sunday ( yesterday ) we celebrate HIS resurrection with joy, for all that HE did for us. The most important thing is to BELIEVE…… Happy Easter to all !! 

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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IN GOD YOU HAVE EVERYTHING. | EPHESIANS 3 : 20, 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 18

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“IN GOD YOU HAVE EVERYTHING. In GOD you are complete. Your capacity to experience GOD is increasing, through THE LORD’S removal of debris and clutter from your heart. As your yearning for The LORD increases, other desires are gradually lessening. Since GOD is infinite and abundantly accessible to you, desiring GOD above all else is the best way to live. It is impossible for you to have a need that The LORD cannot meet. After all, GOD created you and everything that is. The world is still at GOD’S beck and call, though it often appears otherwise. Do not be fooled by appearances. Things that are visible are brief and fleeting, while things that are invisible are everlasting.”

Scripture

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us…. EPHESIANS 3 : 20 

As we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.  2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 18

Prayer

Prayer: Lord, in You, I have everything I need, and in You, I am complete. Clear away the distractions and desires that pull me from You, so that my heart may desire You above all else. Help me to trust in what is unseen and eternal, knowing that You alone satisfy my soul. Amen.

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 ‭‭Acts‬ ‭20 : 35

“In everything I showed you that by working hard in this manner you must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He Himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ “” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭20 : 35‬ ‭NASB‬‬

In life we try to do the best we can, but do we try to help others? This scripture says it’s better to give than receive. Do we live by that example? Today’s prayer is that we will get what we need by helping others get what they need. We are blessed to be a blessing ………. 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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Psalm 68 : 19

Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Psalm 68 : 19 NIV

Short and sweet, today I pray that we all would grasp the purpose of The Cross and understand that JESUS CHRIST took and did it all!! Today’s prayer is that we would know without a doubt that JESUS CHRIST is the King of Kings, Lord of all, doer of all things good …….. 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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Romans‬ ‭5‬ :‭ 6 – 9‬

When we were utterly helpless, Christ came at just the right time and died for us sinners. Now, most people would not be willing to die for an upright person, though someone might perhaps be willing to die for a person who is especially good. But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. And since we have been made right in God’s sight by the blood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God’s condemnation. ‭Romans‬ ‭5‬ :‭ 6 – 9‬ NLT

Are you or someone waiting until you get your act cleaned up before you go to the lord for salvation? Do you say “I will get right someday”? Today is that day. JESUS CHRIST did not put a requirement to be perfect before you can make HIM Lord of your life!!! JESUS CHRIST died for ALL and all you have to do is call upon HIS name. Today I pray that any who are waiting to know The LORD would lay down the pride and foolishness and accept what JESUS CHRIST did for us on The Cross …… 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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GOD HAS PROMISED to meet all your needs according to HIS glorious riches. | PHILIPPIANS 4 : 19, 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 17

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GOD HAS PROMISED to meet all your needs according to HIS glorious riches. Your deepest, most constant need is for GOD’S Peace. GOD has planted Peace in the garden of your heart, where HE lives; but there are also weeds growing there: pride, worry, selfishness, unbelief. GOD is the Gardener, and HE is working to rid your heart of those weeds. GOD does HIS work in various ways. When you sit quietly with The LORD, HE shines the Light of HIS Presence directly into your heart. In this heavenly Light, Peace grows abundantly and weeds shrivel up. GOD also allows trials into your life. When you trust The LORD in the midst of trouble, Peace flourishes and weeds die away. Thank GOD for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure.”

Scripture

And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. PHILIPPIANS 4 : 19 

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 17

Prayer

Prayer: Lord, You have promised to meet all my needs, and my greatest need is Your Peace. Shine the Light of Your Presence into my heart, uprooting worry, pride, and unbelief, so that Your Peace may flourish. Help me to trust You in every trial, knowing that You are cultivating something beautiful within me. Amen.

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1 John‬ ‭3 : 18

“Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭3 : 18‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Words are sometimes just words! But actions speak volume. Are you showing people love? The same unconditional love that The LORD, JESUS CHRIST showed us at The Cross? Today’s prayer is that when we feel the urge to judge, condemn, or just plain give lip service we would look to the Cross that took all of our Sin, shame, and redeemed it …….. Be Blessed and love someone 

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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GOD IS CALLING YOU to a life of constant communion with HIM. | 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 17, PROVERBS 3 : 6

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“GOD IS CALLING YOU to a life of constant communion with HIM. Basic training includes learning to live above your circumstances, even while interacting on that cluttered plane of life. You yearn for a simplified lifestyle, so that your communication with GOD can be uninterrupted. But The LORD challenges you to relinquish the fantasy of an uncluttered world. Accept each day just as it comes, and find GOD in the midst of it all. Talk with The LORD about every aspect of your day, including your feelings. Remember that your ultimate goal is not to control or fix everything around you; it is to keep communing with GOD. A successful day is one in which you have stayed in touch with The LORD, even if many things remain undone at the end of the day. Do not let your to-do list (written or mental) become an idol directing your life. Instead, ask GOD’S Holy Spirit to guide you moment by moment. HE will keep you close to GOD.”

Scripture

Pray continually. 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 17 

In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. PROVERBS 3 : 6

Personal Note

Personal Note: Thank you all for the prayers and thoughts for my son – The surgery to remove his appendix went smoothly. He came home the same day, He is recuperating, getting more strength back every day, is already back to his college classes and starts back to work today.

Prayer

Prayer: Holy Spirit, guide me moment by moment today. Help me to accept each day just as it comes. Teach me to live with you above my circumstances and communicate with you throughout the day more and more. In Jesus’ name. Amen.