“For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him” (2 Chronicles 16:9 NIV).
Does your heart need strengthened? Are you feeling as if the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Are you fully committed to the Lord? All of these questions are meant for you to analyze your relationship with the Lord and how much you trust Him. We don’t have all the answers in this life, but we do know that nothing will separate us from the Lord if we are truly committed to Him. “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? . . . No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us” (Romans 8:35,37 NIV).
It is wonderful to know that when you are at your lowest the Lord’s eyes are upon you and that he will strengthen you especially if you are doing His will. That is why you must be sure that you are praying, reading the Bible, and serving others. How do you rate in these areas? Have you let Bible study slip because of being too busy? The Bible tells you how to live the Christian life. It uplifts you, and gives you hope and peace. It is God’s words sifting through your heart to let the Holy Spirit use them to strengthen you. I have memorized verses and just the right time when I need a boost a verse will come to my mind to help me. I would challenge you to memorize bible verses so that you too can be built up when you are feeling low. God will never fail you if you love him and seek him.
Dear Lord,
Help me to be fully committed to you in every area. Help me to memorize your word so that I can feel you presence more within me. Help me to take time to read the Bible every day and pray to you.
I know that you will strengthen me as you have promised.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
How Do You Handle Change? by Ann Elaine Broughton
“…..for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances”
(Philippians 4:11 NIV).
How do you handle change? Do you accept it and move on or grumble and make life difficult for everyone around you? What kind of person would you rather work with during a time of change in your workplace, one who has a cheerful outlook or one who is negative? Change can be very scary but let’s face it that is what life is all about. Our bodies are in constant change as we grow up and accept new responsibilities. Our minds are continuously changing as we learn new things all of our lives. When life throws you a curve and you’re thrown into a major change, think about what the Lord requires of you. He expects you to act like a Christian in every situation.
I have had many changes in my life. I moved fourteen times in my married life. It has been unsettling at times, but every move we made I met new friends who have blessed me tremendously. I made a career change that has been a blessing to me in many ways. My faith has grown tremendously as I faced challenges. God never failed me.
You may be facing some kind of change yourself now. Think about it and pray that you will accept it in a manner that pleases the Lord. Surrender your will to the Lord and accept what is happening to you. Don’t grumble like people who don’t know the Lord, but show others how Christians cooperate. Remember to smile that big smile and face life’s challenges head-on. God is with you.
Dear Lord,
I know that life is full of changes. Help me to be a positive influence wherever I am so that others will be blessed. I know you will help me become your servant in all of life’s changes. I trust you to help me to accept what I can’t change and be cooperative.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
(Philippians 4:11 NIV).
How do you handle change? Do you accept it and move on or grumble and make life difficult for everyone around you? What kind of person would you rather work with during a time of change in your workplace, one who has a cheerful outlook or one who is negative? Change can be very scary but let’s face it that is what life is all about. Our bodies are in constant change as we grow up and accept new responsibilities. Our minds are continuously changing as we learn new things all of our lives. When life throws you a curve and you’re thrown into a major change, think about what the Lord requires of you. He expects you to act like a Christian in every situation.
I have had many changes in my life. I moved fourteen times in my married life. It has been unsettling at times, but every move we made I met new friends who have blessed me tremendously. I made a career change that has been a blessing to me in many ways. My faith has grown tremendously as I faced challenges. God never failed me.
You may be facing some kind of change yourself now. Think about it and pray that you will accept it in a manner that pleases the Lord. Surrender your will to the Lord and accept what is happening to you. Don’t grumble like people who don’t know the Lord, but show others how Christians cooperate. Remember to smile that big smile and face life’s challenges head-on. God is with you.
Dear Lord,
I know that life is full of changes. Help me to be a positive influence wherever I am so that others will be blessed. I know you will help me become your servant in all of life’s changes. I trust you to help me to accept what I can’t change and be cooperative.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
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