For death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity. ~William Penn
Remember and pray for those no longer in this time. Get comfort from God knowing that you will once again be with them in eternity. MAY YOU FIND PEACE THIS MEMEORIAL DAY – The TAGteam
God has made everything appropriate to its time, but has put the timeless into their hearts so they cannot find out, from beginning to end, the work which God has done.
Ecclesiastes 3:11
I do not believe there is a problem in this country or the world today which could not be settled if approached through the teaching of the Sermon on the Mount. – Harry S. Truman
Study the 5th, 6th, and 7th chapters of the Gospel of Matthew [The Sermon on the Mount]. Read them to get a deeper understanding of what Christ expects of us. Take mental notes and keep them with you.
Chapter 5 - The Sermon on the Mount. When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying:
Matthew 5:1-2
If you think you are too small to be effective, you have never been stung by a bee, worn contact lenses, or seen a mother's face when her baby giggles. Little can be huge in the right circumstances.
You may soon forget the the "little" charites that you perform but the benefactor of those charities will not. To them it may be a major blessing that positively impacts their life. Make an extra effort today to do something nice for someone for no reason. Repeat tomorrow.
Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show his works by a good life in the humility that comes from wisdom.
James 3:13
Four things for success: work, pray, think and believe. The most important of these is pray.
Be successful in all facets of your life by starting with prayer. As you start your day, pray that your thoughts will be pleasing to God and believe in the success you will obtain.
Therefore I tell you, all that you ask for in prayer, believe that you will receive it and it shall be yours.
Mark 11:24
Sin separates, pain isolates, but salvation and comfort unite.
At times your sin may make you feel separated from God, but don’t suffer by isolating yourself from His love and grace. It is only through your coming back to Him that you can rest in His comforting embrace. Run into God’s arms today.
For if we have grown into union with him through a death like his, we shall also be united with him in the resurrection.
Romans 6:5
The wise are guided by God but fools walk alone.
Observe the world around you through the eyes of God and get a whole new perspective on your day. Let Him guide you to act differently as you work, play and interact with family and friends. Repeat again tomorrow.
Wise people have eyes in their heads, but fools walk in darkness. Yet I knew that the same lot befalls both.
Ecclesiastes 2:14
Each of us should be laboring with God to change the world. Are you?
We know that God is at work to change the world, and we need to be the hands, feet and voice to execute His plan. Have you signed up to be one of God's laborers? Find a way to serve Him today.
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be firm, steadfast, always fully devoted to the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:58
Hymn: Now thank we all our God With heart and hands and voices Who wondrous things has done, In whom this world rejoices;
Find an opportunity to thank God this week with heart (in prayer), with hands (by helping someone in need), and with voices (by singing praises to Him during your church service).
V - But here I am miserable and in pain; let your saving help protect me, God,
Psalm 69:30
He who merely knows right principles is not equal to him who lives them.
Pay more than lip service to the 10 Commandments and Jesus’ teachings. Know them, teach them to others, and most of all live them as an important part of who you are.
Keep my commands and live, and my teaching as the apple of your eye;
Proverbs 7:2
It is our human nature to "ask" Why especially during tough times. We may not always get a good answer, but if we "know" Who is good, and if we trust Him, He will protect us.
Take comfort in knowing that every situation you encounter has already been thought out by God. Just follow His example.
His divine power has bestowed on us everything that makes for life and devotion, through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and power.
2 Peter 1:3
God has a plan for us and for all time. Be patient and wait for what He has planned for you. Every plan has an appointed time.
When you become frustrated or impatient with God or others; pray instead. Pray to God that He will make known His plan for you, and be patient with it.
For the vision is a witness for the appointed time, a testimony to the end; it will not disappoint. If it delays, wait for it, it will surely come, it will not be late.
Habakkuk 2:3
A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. He who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.
Identify yourself as a Christian by speaking kindly, showing encouragement, or praising everyone you encounter today.
Thus says the LORD of hosts: Judge with true justice, and show kindness and compassion toward each other. Do not oppress the widow or the orphan, the resident alien or the poor; do not plot evil against one another in your hearts.
Zechariah 7:9-10
Few things help an individual more than to place responsibility upon them and to let them know that you trust them.
God has placed responsibility on you to live a good life and He fully trust that you will. Take a minute and think about what God has entrusted to you. Recommit your life to Christ today by acting on this calling.
You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.”
Mark 12:30-31
There is nothing to fear except fear itself. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
What would you be willing to do if you weren't afraid of the consequences? Who would you stand up for? Who would you go out of your way to help? Now go do these things. Go throughout the day remembering that God is with you and you don't have to be afraid, and see how much more of an impact you can make.
This is the commitment I made to you when you came out of Egypt. My spirit remains in your midst; do not fear!
Haggai 2:5
Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.
Don’t let anyone try to limit your ambitions. Have the courage to chase your dreams. Start now with confidence knowing that with God all things are possible.
If it be a question of strength, he is mighty; or of judgment, who will call him to account?
Job 9:19
A long life often grows much knowledge, but that knowledge doesn't guarantee wisdom.
Take a minute to reflect on life's "lessons learned". Ask God for the wisdom and willingness to use those lessons to help others you encounter today.
But if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly, and he will be given it.
James 1:5
The ribbons of a Mother's love are woven around their child's heart.
Remember that these ribbons wrap a gift from God. Pray for your mother, thank your mother and thank God for the gift of your mother today. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY - The TAG Team.
You know the commandments: ‘You shall not kill; you shall not commit adultery; you shall not steal; you shall not bear false witness; you shall not defraud; honor your father and your mother.’”
Mark 10:19
There's more to idolatry than worshiping Greek gods or a golden calf. An idol is anything that you put over God in your daily life.
As you go throughout your day, pay careful attention to how you prioritize everything. Evaluate every aspect of your day. For anything that distracts you and takes away from your time with God, cut at least some of it out. On the list of things that are most important in your life how often does God appear? Make more room for God. Start today.
Those who fashion idols are all nothing; their precious works are of no avail. They are their witnesses: they see nothing, know nothing, and so they are put to shame.
Isaiah 44:9
Knowledge is a gift from God, expressing our faith is our gift back.
Acknowledge God’s existence and the wonderful deeds he has done for you. Show your appreciation by living a faith-filled life. Take advantage of the many opportunities you have to share your faith today.
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit,
Matthew 28:19
God’s goodness is for all because He gave all His children faith.
We are all God’s children and through our faith we will find goodness. It might not always come exactly when we want it, however, our patience and faith will be rewarded. Stay strong in your faith.
So that you may not become sluggish, but imitators of those who, through faith and patience, are inheriting the promises.
Hebrews 6:12
Over prepare, then go with the flow.
Take the time to read the bible more each day. You can’t be over read in the Word of the Lord. Then when your time is up here on the earth you’ll have the inner peace to go with the flow to Christ.
So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come. The Faithful or the Unfaithful Servant.
Matthew 24:44