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COME TO GOD, and rest in HIS Presence. | LUKE 1 : 35, JOHN 1 : 14, MATTHEW 2 : 9 – 11

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“COME TO GOD, and rest in HIS Presence. As you ponder the majestic mystery of the Incarnation, relax in The LORD’S everlasting arms. The LORD, JESUS CHRIST is the only Person who was ever sired by the Holy Spirit. This is beyond your understanding. Instead of trying to comprehend JESUS CHRIST’S Incarnation intellectually, learn from the example of the wise men. They followed the leading of a spectacular star, then fell down in humble worship when they found The LORD. Praise and worship are the best responses to the wonder of HIS Being. Sing praises to HIS Holy Name. Gaze at The LORD in silent adoration. Look for a star of guidance in your own life, and be willing to follow wherever GOD leads. The LORD is the Light from on high that dawns upon you, to guide your feet into the way of Peace.”

Scripture

The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God.” LUKE 1 : 35 

The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. JOHN 1 : 14 

When they heard the king, they departed; and behold, the star which they had seen in the East went before them, till it came and stood over where the young Child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and worshiped Him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. MATTHEW 2 : 9 – 11 (NKJV)

Prayer

Prayer: Lord Jesus, I come to You and rest in Your presence, choosing worship over trying to understand everything. Like the wise men, help me follow Your guidance with humility and trust, and respond with praise and quiet adoration. Lead my steps today in the way of Your peace. Amen.

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John‬ ‭ 17‬ :‭ 20 – 21

“I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message. I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me. John‬ ‭ 17‬ :‭ 20 – 21‬ NLT

As JESUS CHRIST was in the garden praying, knowing that HIS time had come, not only was HE praying for HIS believers, but also the whole world. As JESUS CHRIST hung on the cross HE prayed forgiveness to those who put HIM there, WOW !!!! oh to have that kind of forgiveness in our hearts. Today I pray that we all would pray for the world ( believers) and (non believers) and have the same forgiveness that JESUS CHRIST showed for all …….. Be Blessed and Pray Hard

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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DO NOT BE WEIGHED DOWN by the clutter in your life: lots of little chores to do sometime, in no particular order.  | PROVERBS 16 : 3, MATTHEW 6 : 33

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“DO NOT BE WEIGHED DOWN by the clutter in your life: lots of little chores to do sometime, in no particular order. If you focus too much on these petty tasks, trying to get them all out of the way, you will discover that they are endless. They can eat up as much time as you devote to them. Instead of trying to do all your chores at once, choose the ones that need to be done today. Let the rest slip into the background of your mind, so GOD can be in the forefront of your awareness. Remember that your ultimate goal is living close to The LORD, being responsive to HIS initiatives. GOD can communicate with you most readily when your mind is uncluttered and turned toward HIM. Seek The LORD’S Face continually throughout this day. Let GOD’S Presence bring order to your thoughts, infusing Peace into your entire being.”

Scripture

Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. PROVERBS 16 : 3

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” MATTHEW 6 : 33

Prayer

Prayer: Lord, help me not get weighed down by all the little tasks competing for my attention. Show me what truly needs to be done today, and keep my focus on walking closely with You and being responsive to your promptings. Bring order to my thoughts and fill me with Your peace as I move through this day. Amen.

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1 Corinthians‬ ‭13‬ :‭ 12‬

For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known. ‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭13‬ :‭ 12‬ ESV

Do you have an identity crisis? Are you searching for who you truly are? Do you see a reflection of the things of JESUS CHRIST or the world? This scripture explains that we see a dim image, as Christians we are the righteousness of JESUS CHRIST, we may not appear that way in the natural but spiritually we are. Today I pray that we would all know our identity, that one day we will stand face to face with Our LORD and truly see who we are ….. 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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John‬ ‭3 : 11‬

“Most assuredly, I say to you, We speak what We know and testify what We have seen, and you do not receive Our witness.” ‭‭John‬ ‭3 : 11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

It is hard for some to understand your testimony, especially those who do not know The LORD. We all have our individual GOD story and that is for a reason, we all are called differently. Today’s prayer is that we would stay strong to our testimony to witness people to JESUS CHRIST and HE will do the rest ……. 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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John‬ ‭8 : 7 – 11

“So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.” And again He stooped down and wrote on the ground. Then those who heard it, being convicted by their conscience, went out one by one, beginning with the oldest even to the last. And Jesus was left alone, and the woman standing in the midst. When Jesus had raised Himself up and saw no one but the woman, He said to her, “Woman, where are those accusers of yours? Has no one condemned you?” She said, “No one, Lord.” And Jesus said to her, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.”” ‭‭John‬ ‭8 : 7 – 11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

A lot of Christians say GOD loves me just as I am and this is true, but HE does not love our sin and wants us to change. Today’s prayer is that we would let GOD shape our lives without sin so that we can live a life that is pleasing to HIM in all areas …… 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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WHEN YOU ARE PLAGUED by a persistent problem — one that goes on and on — view it as a rich opportunity to trust in GOD | ISAIAH 30 : 20 – 21, 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 17

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“WHEN YOU ARE PLAGUED by a persistent problem — one that goes on and on — view it as a rich opportunity to trust in GOD. An ongoing problem is like a tutor who is always by your side. The learning possibilities are limited only by your willingness to be teachable. In faith, thank GOD for your problem. Ask The LORD to open your eyes and your heart to all that HE is accomplishing through this difficulty. Once you have become grateful for a problem, it loses its power to drag you down. On the contrary, your thankful attitude will lift you up into heavenly places with GOD. From this perspective, your difficulty can be seen as a slight, temporary distress that is producing for you a transcendent Glory never to cease!”

Scripture

Although the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, your teachers will be hidden no more; with your own eyes you will see them. Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” ISAIAH 30 : 20 – 21 

For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 17 

Prayer

Prayer: God open my eyes and my heart to see all that you are accomplishing through difficulties in my life. An ongoing problem is like a tutor always by my side. Help me to be open to the lessons you’d want me to learn. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Luke 22 : 31 – 34

And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.” But he said to Him, “Lord, I am ready to go with You, both to prison and to death.” Then He said, “I tell you, Peter, the rooster shall not crow this day before you will deny three times that you know Me.” Luke 22 : 31 – 34 NKJV

JESUS CHRIST knew that Peter would deny even knowing him, but JESUS CHRIST also knew that HE would build HIS church using Peter as the main brick. In life, in certain circumstances it’s easy to deny the gospel of JESUS CHRIST, but do not stand down, stand firm in your belief. JESUS CHRIST never stopped loving Peter because of his actions and the same applies to you. Today I pray that the spirit of truth will fill each one with the boldness to witness JESUS CHRIST to all ……….. 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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COME TO GOD with your gaping emptiness, knowing that in GOD you are complete. | 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 6,  MATTHEW 5 : 3,6, COLOSSIANS 2 : 9 – 10 , PSALM 150 : 6

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“COME TO GOD with your gaping emptiness, knowing that in GOD you are complete. As you rest quietly in The LORD’S Presence, HIS Light within you grows brighter and brighter. Facing the emptiness inside you is simply the prelude to being filled with GOD’S fullness. Therefore, rejoice on those days when you drag yourself out of bed, feeling sluggish and inadequate. Tell yourself that this is a perfect day to depend on GOD in childlike trust. If you persevere in this dependence as you go through the day, you will discover at bedtime that Joy and Peace have become your companions. You may not realize at what point they joined you on your journey, but you will feel the beneficial effects of their presence. The perfect end to such a day is a doxology of gratitude. GOD is HE from whom all blessings flow!”

Scripture

For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 6

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. . . . Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” MATTHEW 5 : 3,6

For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and you have been given fullness in Christ, who is the head over every power and authority. COLOSSIANS 2 : 9 – 10

Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD. PSALM 150 : 6

Prayer

Prayer: Lord, in this busy Christmas season, help me intentionally make time to rest quietly in Your presence. On the days I feel depleted or lacking, remind me that this is the perfect day to depend fully on You with childlike trust. And as I do, may joy and peace walk beside me as faithful companions. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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1 Peter‬ ‭3‬ :‭ 9

“Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.” ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭3‬ :‭ 9‬ ‭NIV

First instinct to get mad right? To plot revenge? This scripture is clear on how we should be, repay evil with a blessing. This is a hard one to swallow right? Today’s prayer is we would all respond in the way of Jesus Christ! Calm, cool, collective , 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