REFLECTIONS

Reflections

Hi,
Why is God's word so important to you?
What do you think it means to you?
Is it like an emotional antacid? You read it only when your life has your stomach tied up in knots.
Is it a sleeping pill? When you can't go to sleep it's a sure cure for insomnia.
Or is it like an insurance policy? You didn't read the fine print, but because you own it you're covered in the event of death or better yet is it like "eternal fire" insurance.

The reason I'm asking is because reading God's Word shows that in the event of any type of struggle we can depend on Him to reveal Himself and it's the only "real" authority we have. It opens up our human nature. It exposes who we are in TRUTH. But it also gives us life, peace, our salvation and redemption through Jesus Christ, and the promises of eternal glory with Him.

2 Timothy 3:16
All scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It straightens us out and teaches us to do what is right.

Billy Graham wrote:
"Our faith is not dependent upon human knowledge and scientific advance, but upon the unmistakable message of the Word of God. Are you eager for more of Him?

Jeremiah 29:13-14
"If you look for me in earnest, you will find me when you seek me. I will be found by you," says the Lord. He will meet you where you are.....

Peace to you,
James

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ALIVE IN CHRIST

There is an amazing difference between the way people view themselves before and after becoming followers of Jesus. "All of us also lived....gratifying the cravings of our sinful nature and following it's desires and thoughts...We were by nature objects of wrath. But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ....and God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him at the heavenly realms..."

Ephesians 2:3-6

You are significant, secure, accepted and free because you are His workmanship.

New Beginnings

Good afternoon,
Thinking about how 2008 ended and how 2009 began can give you a whole new perspective on what God has done and is doing in our lives. A lot of us have come to know Him better by the trials and tribulations that we've come through. Then there are some of us who are beginning a relationship with Jesus and thirsting for His knowledge, His wisdom, His love, His goodness, His grace, His mercy, His forgiveness, His protection and His direction.
This year and the years to come let's continue to strive to be like Him....Let Christ shine through you....Don't waste precious energy on gossip, issues of the past and negative thoughts....Invest your energy in the power of God....Life is too short to waste time hating anyone or anything.
This year is going to be a new beginning for you and a time to refresh your minds and spirits and a time to renew your passion for Christ....VICTORY IS MINE IN 2009!!!

James