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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 GOD by practicing the discipline of thanksgiving.”

Scripture

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

Prayer

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

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Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭36

”However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows.“ Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭36‬ ‭NLT‬‬

So today is the big day? Media does not know the time nor does any man!!!! This scripture explains only the Father (God) knows the time of HIS Return. The media tries to use scare tactics to try to intimidate and scare us. Today I pray that as Christians this media hype should not shake us!!! It’s a lie!!! When the end comes it will come and we all will finally be home!!! Believe that and turn off all the media it’s a lie of the devil….. Be Blessed and be ready for the word tomorrow

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 WITH YOU AND FOR YOU, your constant Companion and Provider. – GENESIS 28 : 15, ROMANS 8 : 31, HEBREWS 13 : 8

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“GOD IS WITH YOU AND FOR YOU, your constant Companion and Provider. The question is whether you are with GOD and for GOD. Though The LORD never leaves you, you can essentially “leave” GOD by ignoring HIM: thinking or acting as if The LORD is not with you. When you feel distance in your relationship, you know where the problem lies. GOD’S Love for you is constant; GOD is the same yesterday, today, and forever. It is you who change like shifting sand, letting circumstances toss you this way and that. When you feel far from The LORD, whisper HIS Name. This simple act, done in childlike faith, opens your heart to GOD’S Presence. Speak to GOD in love-tones; prepare to receive The LORD’SLove, which flows eternally from the cross. GOD is delighted when you open yourself to HIS loving Presence.”

Scripture

“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” GENESIS 28 : 15

What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? ROMANS 8 : 31

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

Prayer

Prayer: Lord thank you that you are the same yesterday, today, and forever. You are my rock, my firm foundation. Help me to stay close to you today. Gently remind me when I forget the King of Kings and Lord of Lords is with me, for me, and in me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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‭Psalms‬ ‭16‬:‭8-9

I know the LORD is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me. No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice. My body rests in safety. ‭Psalms‬ ‭16‬:‭8-9‬ NLT

Do you ever feel alone? Are you always the one making difficult decisions ? The psalmist tells us that we are never alone, that God is always beside us. In the world it is thought that we are weak if we need help, but Jesus said ” I leave you a helper, the great council, THE HOLY SPIRIT!!!!! Today I pray that we all would understand that we have the “The Great I Am” living on the inside and he is there to help us through every situation. if we will listen, will you listen? 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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James‬ ‭4‬:‭6-8

And he gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world. James‬ ‭4‬:‭6-8‬ NLT

Have you ever set back and really thought about God’s grace? Is God’s grace just a once and awhile thought? Are you living to please God or the world ? I know that sounds harsh or brings conviction but it’s reality. Today I pray that we all would humble ourselves in God’s grace, take good care of your loved ones and take better care of your relationship with 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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Ephesians‬ ‭3‬:‭19‬

May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. ‭Ephesians‬ ‭3‬:‭19‬ NLT

Sometimes we let the circumstances defeat us, we feel like the whole world is against us!!!! Take heart and know the God who loves us and saved us from eternal hell. God’s plans for us are to prosper and excel, not live defeated in a broken world…..today I pray that all would understand the love that God has for each and every one of us, he is always with us to see us through the trials……..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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LET GOD FILL YOU with HIS Love, Joy, and Peace. – 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 7, ISAIAH 30 : 15

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“LET GOD FILL YOU with HIS Love, Joy, and Peace. These are Glory-gifts, flowing from GOD’S living Presence. Though you are an earthen vessel, GOD designed you to be filled with heavenly contents. Your weakness is not a deterrent to being filled with HIS Holy Spirit; on the contrary, it provides an opportunity for GOD’S Power to shine forth more brightly. As you go through this day, trust The LORD to provide the strength that you need moment by moment. Don’t waste energy wondering whether you are adequate for today’s journey. The LORD’S Holy Spirit within you is more than sufficient to handle whatever this day may bring. That is the basis for your confidence! In quietness (spending time alone with GOD) and confident trust (relying on GOD’S sufficiency) is your strength.”

Scripture

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. 2 CORINTHIANS 4 : 7 (NKJV)

This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength, but you would have none of it.” ISAIAH 30 : 15

Prayer

Prayer: Lord fill me with your love, joy, and peace as I spend time alone with you. Thank you that your Holy Spirit in me is more than sufficient to handle whatever this day may bring. I walk in confident hope and trust, surrendered to your good and perfect will. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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2 Thessalonians‬ ‭3:3

“But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one.” 2 Thessalonians‬ ‭3:3‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Do you ever feel like everything you do becomes a disaster? Do you feel like when you try to do good it seems it turns out bad? Well that is the work of the devil. This scripture reminds us that God always has our back when we are doing things that show his love, and that is when the devil shows up the most. Today’s prayer is that we would always remember who has our back, God Almighty…….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 MEETS YOU in the stillness of your soul. – ZECHARIAH 2 : 13, 2 CHRONICLES 16 : 9, PSALM 23 : 2 – 3

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“GOD MEETS YOU in the stillness of your soul. It is there that GOD seeks to commune with you. A person who is open to The LORD’S Presence is exceedingly precious to HIM. GOD’S eyes search to and fro throughout the earth, looking for one whose heart is seeking HIM. GOD sees you trying to find HIM; your mutual search results in joyful fulfillment. Stillness of soul is increasingly rare in this world addicted to speed and noise. The LORD is pleased with your desire to create a quiet space where you and HE can meet. Don’t be discouraged by the difficulty of achieving this goal. GOD monitors all your efforts and is blessed by each of your attempts to seek HIS Face.”

Scripture

“Be still before the LORD, all mankind, because he has roused himself from his holy dwelling.” ZECHARIAH 2 : 13

“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him. In this you have done foolishly; therefore from now on you shall have wars.” 2 CHRONICLES 16 : 9 (NKJV)

He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. PSALM 23 : 2 – 3 (NKJV)

Prayer

Prayer: Lord help me to create a quiet space where you and I can meet. Where my soul can be still. Where you can refresh me and restore me and I can find rest for my soul. Be still my soul. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Matthew 16:24

Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. Matthew 16:24 NKJV

What does it mean to take up your cross? In the 1st century the Romans used a cross as death, the person being put to death would have to carry their own cross to the place of execution. Jesus made this statement meaning to be willing to be put to death to follow him is to die to yourself and have absolute surrender. Today we wear the cross as a symbol of Jesus’s love and grace for us, let’s also view the cross as absolute surrender to 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