Month: October 2008

Prayer

Posted on October 31, 2008

THOUGHT:

Tis the season for witches, ghosts, goblins and pumpkin carving. Tis always the season to carve out some time for God. Happy Halloween… The TAGteam

Challenge

Carve out some extra time for God this Halloween season and remember to pray for the safe trick-or-treating for young children everywhere.

Verse

Chapter 11 - The Lord’s Prayer. He was praying in a certain place, and when he had finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples.”

Reference

Luke 11:1

Praise

Posted on October 30, 2008

THOUGHT:

It takes more than just believing in God, even satan believes in God.

Challenge

If you haven't done so lately, take a minute and praise God for your salvation through your faith in His Son. The best way to affirm your faith in Him is by your actions. Make sure others can tell you're a Christian by the way you treat them.

Verse

You believe that God is one. You do well. Even the demons believe that and tremble.

Reference

James 2:19

Anxiety

Posted on October 29, 2008

THOUGHT:

Worry doesn’t improve the future, it only ruins the present.

Challenge

Don’t let worry steal your happiness today. Give your worries up to God in prayer and enjoy the day!

Verse

Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself. Sufficient for a day is its own evil.

Reference

Matthew 6:34

Praise

Posted on October 28, 2008

THOUGHT:

Don’t wait until you get an answer to your prayers before you praise God.

Challenge

Start your prayers today (and every day) with praise to God. Then, thank Him for your blessings and His continued blessings in your life. He has promised to listen.

Verse

For your love is better than life; my lips shall ever praise you!

Reference

Psalm 63:4

Prayer

Posted on October 27, 2008

THOUGHT:

Even one of Jesus’ most agonized prayers was not answered, but He did not give up His praying.

Challenge

Never, never give up praying. The One who knows what is best for you is listening to you right now, and He is working in your life to bring you the ultimate comfort and joy you seek. Call upon Him.

Verse

For your love is better than life; my lips shall ever praise you!

Reference

Luke 22:42:44

Hope

Posted on October 24, 2008

THOUGHT:

Our entrance into God’s presence is not based on our worthiness, but on the worthiness of Jesus.

Challenge

The only one worthy to be with God is Jesus. Thank Him for His sacrifice that allows you to be with God. This gift keeps you from worrying about being perfect.

Verse

For he is our God, we are the people he shepherds, the sheep in his hands. III - Oh, that today you would hear his voice:

Reference

Psalm 95:7

Courage

Posted on October 23, 2008

THOUGHT:

The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them.

Challenge

Challenge yourself to get out of your comfort zone today to go beyond the usual and to achieve beyond the usual. Ask God this morning with a quiet prayer to give you the strength you’ll need to step up.

Verse

His laws were all before me, his decrees I did not cast aside.

Reference

2 Samuel 22:23

Faith

Posted on October 22, 2008

THOUGHT:

Faith doesn’t change God’s mind about us, Faith changes us.

Challenge

Renew your faith and trust in the Lord, and allow it to change you…from the inside out.

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

Wisdom

Posted on October 21, 2008

THOUGHT:

Maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had and what you've learned from them and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.

Challenge

Spend a little time each night before prayer going over your day's experiences and write down what you have learned.

Verse

Chapter 5 - Special Cases for Purification Offerings. If a person, either having seen or come to know something, does wrong by refusing as a witness under oath to give information, that individual shall bear the penalty;

Reference

Leviticus 5:1

Determination

Posted on October 20, 2008

THOUGHT:

Life is way too short to waste time doing average things, since average things produce average results. I would rather search for the greater things in life and die searching; better this than to never search and always wonder.

Challenge

God is never satisfied with mediocrity. Give 100% to everything you do. Expect great things from yourself - God does.

Verse

His master said to him, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master’s joy.’

Reference

Matthew 25:23

Comfort

Posted on October 17, 2008

THOUGHT:

It takes some of us a lifetime to learn that Christ, our Good Shepherd, knows exactly what He is doing with us. He understands us perfectly.

Challenge

As difficult as it is to understand why some things happen in our life, seek solice knowing it is all part of God's perfect plan. Pray for the strength to accept what life deals us, and the confidence that God is always by our side.

Verse

The Praise of the Father. At that time Jesus said in reply, “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to the childlike.

Reference

Matthew 11:25

Attitude

Posted on October 16, 2008

THOUGHT:

Gratitude may be one of the least of the virtues, but ingratitude is the worst of vices.

Challenge

Don't take anything for granted. Live every day in an attitude of gratitude.

Verse

So, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, walk in him, rooted in him and built upon him and established in the faith as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.

Reference

Colossians 2:6-7

Attitude

Posted on October 15, 2008

THOUGHT:

Every tomorrow has two handles. We can take hold of it by the handle of anxiety, or by the handle of faith.

Challenge

You can't always control your circumstances, but you can control your attitute. Approach today and every day with a positive attitude resulting from your faith.

Verse

Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus,

Reference

Philippians 2:5

Faith

Posted on October 14, 2008

THOUGHT:

Dependence upon God makes heroes of ordinary people like you and me!

Challenge

With God you can do extraordinary things. Don't go it alone today. Depend on God and see how much greater your life will become.

Verse

Psalm 62 Trust in God Alone - For the leader; ‘al Jeduthun. A psalm of David.

Reference

Psalm 62:1

Love

Posted on October 13, 2008

THOUGHT:

Nothing beats love at first sight except love with insight.

Challenge

As your relationship with the ones you live evolves, focus on the positive traits that were originally attractive to you. Ask God to help you be a model of His unconditional love.

Verse

The beginning of wisdom is: get wisdom; whatever else you get, get understanding.

Reference

Proverbs 4:7

Attitude

Posted on October 10, 2008

THOUGHT:

How many times do we miss God's blessings because they are not packaged as we expected?

Challenge

Don't wait for the "perfect" blessing to be grateful. Be grateful for all God's blessings - no matter how small.

Verse

For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected when received with thanksgiving,

Reference

1 Timothy 4:4

Prayer

Posted on October 9, 2008

THOUGHT:

Prayer is not a way of establishing God’s presence, but a way of responding to God’s presence.

Challenge

Before you pray today, take a quiet moment to recognize God is with you. Break away from your normal prayer routine and simply thank Him for the strength you receive knowing that He is present, now and always.

Verse

They that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles’ wings; They will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.

Reference

Isaiah 40:31

Prayer

Posted on October 8, 2008

THOUGHT:

We sometimes fear to bring our troubles to God because they must seem small to Him who sitteth on the circle of the earth. But if they are large enough to vex and endanger our welfare, they are large enough to touch His heart of love.

Challenge

As God's child, no concern you have goes unnoticed. Ask God for comfort, no matter how small your troubles. He is waiting to answer your prayers.

Verse

Therefore I tell you, all that you ask for in prayer, believe that you will receive it and it shall be yours.

Reference

Mark 11:24

Courage

Posted on October 7, 2008

THOUGHT:

Obstacles can't stop you. Problems can't stop you. Most of all, other people can't stop you. Only you can stop you.

Challenge

As you face adversity today, remember that God is on your side. Open your heart to His help and you can overcome your challenges.

Verse

What then shall we say to this? If God is for us, who can be against us?

Reference

Romans 8:31

Comfort

Posted on October 6, 2008

THOUGHT:

When we have nothing left but Christ, we find He is enough.

Challenge

If you know someone who is struggling with a tough issue, forward this message to them. This message may be enough to show them you care, and Christ’s love is certainly enough to get them through their time of need.

Verse

In their distress they cried to the LORD, who brought them out of their peril;

Reference

Psalm 107:28

Wisdom

Posted on October 3, 2008

THOUGHT:

(5 of 5) The first step in acquisition of wisdom is silence, the second listening, the third memory, the fourth practice, the FIFTH TEACHING others.

Challenge

Never stop sharing your God given faith, talent and blessings with others. Now that you understand the value of silence, listening, memory and practice, reach out to others and share this journey to wisdom with them.

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

Wisdom

Posted on October 2, 2008

THOUGHT:

(4 of 5) The first step in acquisition of wisdom is silence, the second listening, the third memory, the FOURTH is PRACTICE…

Challenge

Utilize the benefits and wisdom of the age-old saying “practice makes perfect” today and everyday. Always practice your faith and Christian values whether at work, at home or at play – this will be most pleasing to God.

Verse

The Two Foundations. “Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.

Reference

Matthew 7:24

Wisdom

Posted on October 1, 2008

THOUGHT:

(3 of 5) The first step in acquisition of wisdom is silence, the second listening, the THIRD is MEMORY…

Challenge

Try to learn something positive and helpful from everything you do today and make a conscious effort to remember the best of your experiences. Recall your day before prayer tonight and then ask God for his help in remembering the important lessons you have learned.

Verse

As I gazed at it, I reflected; I saw and learned a lesson:

Reference

Proverbs 24:32