Month: September 2004

Success

Posted on September 30, 2004

THOUGHT:

The captain of the Titanic was rumored to have said, "Even God couldn't sink this ship".

Challenge

Do you ever think you are so successful that nothing could stop you? Remember that everything you have is because God gave it to you. Make sure you use it for His glory, not your own.

Verse

Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers: all good giving and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no alteration or shadow caused by change.

Reference

James 1: 16-17

Compassion

Posted on September 29, 2004

THOUGHT:

The best way to forget your own problems is to help someone solve theirs.

Challenge

Seek out someone who could use a talent you possess and volunteer to help them. Feel the joy that comes from helping someone in need.

Verse

Each looking out not for his own interests, but [also] everyone for those of others.

Reference

Philippians 2:4

Priorities

Posted on September 28, 2004

THOUGHT:

Our focus should be keeping the main thing, the main thing; that is keeping Christ at the center of our lives.

Challenge

Look at your schedule and determine if you are meeting this important goal for today? Act as if today was your last chance to get closer to God.

Verse

“Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” He said to him, “You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.

Reference

Matthew 22: 36-37

Wisdom

Posted on September 27, 2004

THOUGHT:

God Himself does not propose to judge a man until he is dead. So why should you?

Challenge

Each time you judge someones actions, you too are at fault. The next time a situation occurs, take a minute to understand the circumstance before passing judgement. If necessary, provide guidance to teach, not to judge.

Verse

Chapter 7 - Judging Others. “Stop judging, that you may not be judged.

Reference

Matthew 7:1

Courage

Posted on September 24, 2004

THOUGHT:

One of the secrets of living the Christian life is learning how to live care-lessly, that is, to live without care, without anxiety, and without fear. Such care-less living is precisely what God gives us, not because He is careless but because He is so care-ful.

Challenge

Let go of your worries and let God care for your today.

Verse

Can any of you by worrying add a single moment to your life-span?

Reference

Matthew 6:27

Wisdom

Posted on September 23, 2004

THOUGHT:

Learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself!

Challenge

Look out for others mistakes. Don’t point fingers - learn and grow wise.

Verse

Qoph - Wait eagerly for the LORD, and keep his way; He will raise you up to inherit the earth; you will see when the wicked are cut off.

Reference

Psalm 37:34

Compassion

Posted on September 22, 2004

THOUGHT:

You may be only one person in the world, but you may also be the world to one person.

Challenge

An encouraging word to someone in need may make a world of difference. Be an encourager to as many people as possible today.

Verse

“‘“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, [then] I will enter his house and dine with him, and he with me.

Reference

Revelation 3:20

Success

Posted on September 21, 2004

THOUGHT:

A little extra time, a little extra effort, a little extra care, a little extra attention sometimes makes all the difference between success and failure.

Challenge

Remember, we are challenged to work as if working for the Lord. Live up to that challenge today by giving that little extra.

Verse

Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others,

Reference

Colossians 3:23

Compassion

Posted on September 20, 2004

THOUGHT:

Some of the most profound revelations of the Spirit of God are not public, loud or large. Sometimes His most meaningful touch on our lives comes when we are all alone.

Challenge

Take time out of your day to be alone with God. Let Him touch your life and strengthen your Spirit.

Verse

For thus said the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel: By waiting and by calm you shall be saved, in quiet and in trust shall be your strength. But this you did not will.

Reference

Isaiah 30:15

Prayer

Posted on September 17, 2004

THOUGHT:

If yo⁵ re not a "Praying Christian", you’re just playing Christian.

Challenge

Look around the room and find something you are thankful for. Thank the Lord for giving you the many simple things in your life.

Verse

Chapter 18 - The Parable of the Persistent Widow. Then he told them a parable about the necessity for them to pray always without becoming weary. He said,

Reference

Luke 18:1

Determination

Posted on September 16, 2004

THOUGHT:

Don't give God instructions-just report for duty!

Challenge

When you pray today, don't tell God what you need. Ask for His guidance for what is best for you today.

Verse

Therefore, from the day we heard this, we do not cease praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding

Reference

Colossians 1:9

Prayer

Posted on September 15, 2004

THOUGHT:

THE 7 SECOND PRAYER. Lord, I love you and I need you, please come into my heart, and bless me, my family, my home, and my friends, in Jesus' name Amen

Challenge

Make God's day... take 7 seconds out of your busy schedule and pray this prayer.

Verse

The LORD is near to all who call upon him, to all who call upon him in truth.

Reference

Psalm 145:18

Attitude

Posted on September 14, 2004

THOUGHT:

Anger is only one letter short of danger.

Challenge

Turn away from temptations of anger today - they come from the "d".

Verse

III. Exhortations and Warnings - Doers of the Word. Know this, my dear brothers: everyone should be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath, for the wrath of a man does not accomplish the righteousness of God.

Reference

James 1:19-20

Discipleship

Posted on September 13, 2004

THOUGHT:

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

Challenge

Choose a full life by developing habits of generosity and focusing more on helping others rather than "getting ahead."

Verse

Lamedh - The wicked one borrows but does not repay; the righteous one is generous and gives.

Reference

Psalm 37:21

Faith

Posted on September 10, 2004

THOUGHT:

Professionals built the Titanic - Amateurs built the Ark.

Challenge

It doesn't matter what you do today, if you put the Lord at the front of your decision making process, you won't go "down with the ship".

Verse

Noah complied, just as the LORD had commanded.

Reference

Genesis 7:5

Courage

Posted on September 9, 2004

THOUGHT:

Faith makes everything possible, but it doesn't make everyting easy.

Challenge

Stand firm in your faith today. When a tough situation arises don't be afraid to let your faith guide your actions.

Verse

So long as I still have life breath in me, the breath of God in my nostrils, My lips shall not speak falsehood, nor my tongue utter deceit!

Reference

Job 27: 3-4

Priorities

Posted on September 8, 2004

THOUGHT:

He, who loses money, loses much ! He, who loses a friend, loses much more !! He, who loses faith, loses all !!!

Challenge

Take a few moments today to evaluate your faith - it may be the most worthwhile thing you do all day.

Verse

For in it is revealed the righteousness of God from faith to faith; as it is written, “The one who is righteous by faith will live.”

Reference

Romans 1:17

Evangelism

Posted on September 7, 2004

THOUGHT:

If we are the body of Christ, why aren't our arms reaching out to those in need and our lips spreading the Good News?

Challenge

Show someone that you are a Christian by your actions today. Don't just say you're a Christian, prove it.

Verse

This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”

Reference

John 13:35

Forgiveness

Posted on September 6, 2004

THOUGHT:

When you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

Challenge

Make it a goal to start the day with a positive attitude.

Verse

Be diligent in these matters, be absorbed in them, so that your progress may be evident to everyone.

Reference

1 Timothy 4:15

Evangelism

Posted on September 3, 2004

THOUGHT:

Your number one goal: Go to Heaven when I die, and take as many people with me as I can.

Challenge

Look at your calendar for today. Are there any activities that will help you achieve this goal? If not, adjust your calendar.

Verse

And all day long, both at the temple and in their homes, they did not stop teaching and proclaiming the Messiah, Jesus.

Reference

Acts 5:42

Attitude

Posted on September 1, 2004

THOUGHT:

Working for God on earth does not pay much,  but His Retirement plan is out of this world.

Challenge

Invest in your future each and everyday - live by God’s word.

Verse

For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his footsteps.

Reference

1 Peter 2:21