The Grace of Perseverance

The Grace Of Perseverance “You’ll never have anything if you give up now!” How often have we heard about the rewards of perseverance? Being determined, insistent and to have firm resolve typically has success written all over it. However, by our harsh insistence we may be breaking down the spirit of an individual. By our callous firmness we may be withholding the life that God has planned for us. By our hardhearted determination we risk being blinded and stuck in a human impractical rut. Possessing and using the gift of our “grace of perseverance” will not get us everything we want but rather will allow us to experience all that God desires for us. By our holy insistence we may be hated. By our moral firmness we might be rejected. By our upright determination we would be going against the grain. Yes, the grace of perseverance will not sit well with the evil of this world. By using our gift, God’s grace of perseverance, the world cannot ruin the way to eternal life.

The Seasons Of Life

The Seasons Of Life I’d really like to talk to you about this, but now is not the right time. I’m grieving.” There is much in our lives that requires the assistance or attention of another to get a job done, to resolve a matter or to address a relationship. Whether it be in the workplace or in the home. Knowing when to push forward with insistence and when to back off can be described as a real art. For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. We are part of God’s kingdom on earth. Therefore, all our matters are those under heaven. In our lives let us pray to be able to see clearly the matters that we must bear on our own and those that must be shared and that which must involve others. Pray also that we are sensitive to the seasons of life. Be attentive to when we must breakdown or build up, weep or laugh, mourn or dance, speak or be silent.

God Knows The Truth

God Knows The Truth “Don’t you put words in my mouth!” How offensive it is when someone takes what we’ve said out of context. We can so easily substitute words for that of the original. We may do this ignorantly or intentionally. A naïve heart could be understood and forgiven but a malicious heart is difficult to understand. Even adding a simple word like “and” can change the context of our whole thought. We may choose to change the meaning of another’s opinion by emphasizing a word that can change the intent, perhaps attempting to prove our own ill intended actions true. We may be bold enough to try manipulating human beings into believing our version of the truth. However, we are cautioned to not be so bold with God. We are reminded in Proverbs 30 that, “Every word of God proves true. Do not add to his words or he will rebuke you, and you will be found a liar.” We must align our behavior with each other to coincide with how we treat God’s word. It is not wise to toggle back and forth, lest we forget to whom we are speaking to. We may fool one another, but God knows the truth.

A Model Of Love

A Model of Love “You spend way too much time with her. I know she’s sick, but we are your family!” We all may not have equal amounts of compassion nor may we have similar ideas about how to care about people. When Jesus’ mother and brothers could not reach Him because of the crowd, He was told, “Your mother and brothers are standing outside wanting to see you.” But He said to them, “My mother and my brothers are those who hear the Word of God and do it.” Model yourself after Jesus and raise your family to act with compassion instead of coldness, to be charitable rather than a hindrance, to love deeply so hatred is right out rejected. “Spend as much time as you need with her. She is sick and needs you. Let us know what we can do to help.”

A Beautiful Gift

A Beautiful Gift “What a beautiful gift, thank you.” We can spend much time choosing the ideal gift for someone. And when we have found it something inside us says, “Yes, this is it. It’s perfect.” And when we receive the perfect gift we might say, “Wow! How did you know?” There is no shopping required to receive or share the gift given to each of us by God. However, many of us are not quite sure what our special gift is. With our humility we can begin by untying the bow of our spirit believing there is something special inside. As our faith and patience develops we can examine and enjoy the exquisite design of the wrapping that authenticates that God only creates beautiful things. With our gentleness we can tenderly remove the wrapping to unveil the glorious gift inside. And when we finally see and recognize our unique gift that was chosen just for us, a joyful satisfaction will prickle our bodies and our minds will be delighted and awed by the thoughtfulness of God and His great grace. “Each of us was given grace according to the measure of Christ’s gift.” Share your gift of faith, love and hope and enjoy the part you’ll take in building up the body of Christ. “Thank you Lord. What a beautiful gift.”

Welcome To An Extraordinary Day

Rise n‘ Shine. 6AM and your hand easily beats the alarm as your guardian angel protecting your heart, mind and soul shares your sentiment “it’s a beautiful day!” Your body is rested and you are ready to get out of bed to serve and enjoy your purpose. Strong rested muscles are celebrating the dawn of a new day communicating with your brain, “Yeah, let’s move,” while a host of angels are singing their glorious song that leads you toward a purpose-filled rise from bed. You didn’t have to ask their opinion. The angels that have been assigned to you know of your blessings. Then hearing God’s voice call your name you have faith there’s a reason for you to rise today. So sit up, put your feet on the floor and look ahead because there are blessings in store. Welcome to an extraordinary day created by God for you!