Intervene Like An Angel

There may have been times you’ve seen someone yanked by the collar to grab another’s attention, witnessed a little girl pulled by the ponytail to get her to respond or stop in her tracks, or watched a shy someone shoved to the front of the line so that they can get their fair share of staples or giveaways. Perhaps our acts may not be so severe but our wrongdoings, offensive actions, ill-mannered or selfish conduct, harsh words, and sour and bent attitudes might sting just as much. As we know, it is very difficult to force someone to straighten up or open their eyes to truth, to give another hope when they see despair or courage when they only know fear. Most of us have ears and eyes that function, but many of us at times behave as though we are deaf and even blind to moral and righteous behavior, and are far from being a good role model. Although we all must go forward in our own time, often on our own terms, and grow from our denial or what we know, we can still be an exemplary example and nearby for others offering holy teachings, gentle support, unyielding faith and optimistic encouragement. If you feel you are perfect or have run out of options for self improvement and ways to offer help to others, your next step would be to fall to your knees, look up humbly, pray and ask, “What would You do Jesus?” While you search for answers far greater that your own epiphanies, begin by steadfast prayer for others and intervene like an angel when a need arises with compassionate persistence, kind prodding, tender words and loving teachings and deeds. The rest, you can leave to God. Of course, that is, until He gently and lovingly stirs the holy spirit in your heart again.

What Is Eternity Like?

What is eternity like? Gold lined streets, white billowy clouds, and all the people who have gone before us? The image of eternity is mystical and spiritual; very different from a literal earth-like place conjured up in our minds. Eternity, in contrast to a picture that can be painted, is a much more sacred and divine union with God than we could ever imagine. Jesus said, “And this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” For now, while we are here on earth, we can welcome each day in thanksgiving, humble ourselves when we feel very strong and overly accomplished, and offer our talents, hearts, and capable hands for the service of others. In these ways as we strive to imitate Christ, by the grace of God we might have a peek into our future, our time without end.

You Can Conquer The World

Even though we may sometimes feel alone in our troubles, alienated from our families and friends, or withdrawn from human contact we still may have peace if we know Jesus. How intimately you know Him will reflect in your attitude toward disappointments, the world’s maliciousness and less than righteous ways. Living among mankind you may face many negatives people and circumstances that threaten to rob you of your earthly spirit but if your inner spirit is fed and well rooted you can conquer the world!