Good Morning
..picking up where you left off is better than never starting something good again.
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July 9, 2022
Ephesians 6:10-18:
"10. Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day and having done all to stand. 14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 17. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: 18. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;"
Thought:
According to Cousin Carmen, the armor of God is our spiritual defense against the attacks of Satan. Have you noticed we are encouraged to first put on the belt of truth and not the helmet? Deception is one of satans oldest tactics.
FINAL THOUGHT:
As time goes on satan will use all type of tricks and devices. So We have to get our priorities in order. Learn the word of God, and speak based on that understanding and faith. Mind your emotions so that you walk around "Offended" or being offensive all day. Don't forget to pray because Satan will use familiar faces or love ones in their Flesh to bait you. So don't be so quick to fight one another. Do be quick to pray so you know the difference.
July 8, 2022
Roman 6:23:
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
Thought
According to Cousin Carmen this gift from God does not require you to work for it, it won't spoil and it last for eternity. It is given. We simply have to accept it and thank God.
Final Thought
It is easy to read Romans 6:23 and think about physical death. Making it hard to relate to an implied "physical" eternal life. However, this versus deals with the consequences of a Physical life. A life of Sin which equals death eternal or Jesus Christ, a gift from God, which equals eternal life. Sin equals Death and as we walk in sin we are promised death. Jesus Christ equals eternal life and as we walk in the belief of that fact we shall experience eternal life.
July 7, 2022
Luke 10:19
"Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, over all the power of thy enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you"
Thought
According to Cousin Carmen, Jesus gave us the authority and power. He also gave us the keys of the kingdom. Sadly, some of us don't use neither one. Well, Cousin Carmen isn't lying. I even find myself forgetting I have such power and authority. I'm worried or stressed, feeling helpless. When I've had authority and power all along.
Final Thought
I'm kind of having a HE-MAN and SHE-RA moment. You know the part where HE-MAN begins to feel the power so he looks at himself and he starts to glow. Then as you watch you see the power growing inside him, unseemly from nowhere. Then he cries out, BY THE POWER OF GRAYSKULL, I HAVE THE POWER!
So use your authority and power today and if you don't think you have the power just reminder yourself of Luke 10:19 and say "BY THE POWER OF JESUS CHRIST! I HAVE THE POWER!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020!
September 29, 2019
Hebrews 11:1-2
1. Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2. For by it the elders obtained a good report.
THOUGHT
LETS HOPE FOR CHRIST SOON RETURN AND THE EVIDENCE OF SINS FORGIVEN THROUGH CHRISTS SACRIFICE
September 28, 2019
Hebrews 11:6-
Thought:
God rewards those who diligently seek him, not as a casual snack, as some do. The bible becomes the ultimate feast and fuel to follow Christ for a lifetime.
September 27, 2019
Matthew 6:33
thought:
When God doesn't have your attention, he will disturb what does.
September 26, 2019
Luke 11:28
Thought:
As your spiritual appetite grows for God's word, so must your willingness to obey it. Obedience is the evidence of your spiritual growth.
September 25, 2019
Psalms 51:10
thought:
A bible opened for observation & interpretation without application is simply a decoration. The outcome is a head full of knowledge but a empty heart.
September 24, 2019
James 1:22-25
Thoughts:
Rather than play lawyer and defend God, let his living word speak for itself. Application is where the rubber meets the road.
September 23, 2019
Genesis 9:15
thought:
God's covenant with Noah applies to the present and future generations. Physical & spiritual rain will come but it won't destroy you.
September 22, 2019
Proverbs 3:6
thought:
Acknowledge God in All your ways is to surrender your will for his.
September 21, 2019
Peter 4:12-19
thought:
God's divine plan for your life will include pain and/or sorrow but the end result is a greater thing. You can press on knowing God will use it the bring him Glory.
September 20, 2019
Titus3:4-7
thought:
Plant seeds of kindness! God encourages his people to be knid to one another, even enemies
September 19, 2019
Romans 8:31
thought:
there are 365 "Fear Not" scriptures. You & God are the majority everyday!
September 18, 2019
Psalm 34:19
thought:
People that do the right thing seem to have many troubles but the Lord promises to deliver from them All.
September 17, 2019
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
thought:
A disease changes the organs sometimes unto death. An addiction does the same thing, only its by choice. God wants us to choose to life and not death.
September 16, 2019
1st John 4:1
thought:
Satan convinced Eve that God word is not true; try something else. He uses the same tricks today. Read your bible, seek God's will and get the truth.
September 15, 2019
Luke 7:47
thought:
Those that love little will forgive little. Those that love much will forgive much.
September 14, 2019
Mark 11:25
thought:
When someone does something to upset you or make you very uncomfortable; it can be hard to let it go & move on but you must. Harboring frustration or ill will is punishment & self destruction for you.
September 13, 2019
Ephesians 4:32
thought:
Your best is your best and no one elses. Turn your moments into good memories. Forgiveness is an excellent place to start.
September 12, 2019
Isaiah 35:4
Thought:
Fear will decrease your hope & limit your victories. It will break you if you succumb to it. So speak to that mountain and it will move.
September 11, 2019
Lamentation 3:21-25
Thought:
Celebrate life as you release the past worries & doubts. New opportunties are coming your way. Clear your mind and your heart to receive them.
September 10, 2019
Psalm 96:4-6
thought:
Share the goodness of the Lord with somebody today. Don't let the devil hold your testimony hostage.
September 9, 2019
Ruth 1: 16-17
thought:
Loyalty is not just a word, its a lifestyle. We must seek God for a desire to sow seeds of loyalty. Even if we are faithless or fail God., he remains faithful. Loyalty never ends.
September 8, 2019
Chronicles 22:19
thought:
Never stop seeking to know God better He gives us his word that is we seek first the kingdom of heaven, all things will be added to us.
September 7, 2019
Psalms 40:8
thought:
Keep the word of God means to obey it. Mediation helps you to obey God because the word becomes treasure hidden in your heart. The heart is a safe yet accessible place to help fight against sin.
September 6, 2019
Luke 6:38
Thought:
In Christ as joint heirs, we reap the seeds Jesus sowed, Abraham sowed and what we sow we have an abundant life.
September 5, 2019
Psalms 139:14-16
thought
Don't compare your life with someone elses,. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
September 4, 2019
Matthew 7:21-27
Thought:
We represent the church, the bride of Christ but the are members who have never accepted him in their heart. If your reading this text and have not declared him Lord, its not too late!
September 3, 2019
Phillippians 2:12-15
thought:
Some people don't obey God because they just don't want to. What's missing is a desire to "Want to". I believe if believers asked by faith for a desire to "Want to" do Gods will, then all believers can win souls for Christ.. The world would be a better place.
September 2, 2019
Colossians 3:13
thought
Everybody needs somebody to believe in them. We must remember the importance of maintaining the connection with our fellow man to ensure a thriving community.
September 1, 2019
Numbers 6:24-16
thought:
We should develop compassion for other people. That can happen we pray for other people to be blessed.
July 9, 2022
Ephesians 6:10-18:
"10. Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day and having done all to stand. 14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 17. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: 18. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;"
Thought:
According to Cousin Carmen, the armor of God is our spiritual defense against the attacks of Satan. Have you noticed we are encouraged to first put on the belt of truth and not the helmet? Deception is one of satans oldest tactics.
FINAL THOUGHT:
As time goes on satan will use all type of tricks and devices. So We have to get our priorities in order. Learn the word of God, and speak based on that understanding and faith. Mind your emotions so that you walk around "Offended" or being offensive all day. Don't forget to pray because Satan will use familiar faces or love ones in their Flesh to bait you. So don't be so quick to fight one another. Do be quick to pray so you know the difference.
July 8, 2022
Roman 6:23:
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
Thought
According to Cousin Carmen this gift from God does not require you to work for it, it won't spoil and it last for eternity. It is given. We simply have to accept it and thank God.
Final Thought
It is easy to read Romans 6:23 and think about physical death. Making it hard to relate to an implied "physical" eternal life. However, this versus deals with the consequences of a Physical life. A life of Sin which equals death eternal or Jesus Christ, a gift from God, which equals eternal life. Sin equals Death and as we walk in sin we are promised death. Jesus Christ equals eternal life and as we walk in the belief of that fact we shall experience eternal life.
July 7, 2022
Luke 10:19
"Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, over all the power of thy enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you"
Thought
According to Cousin Carmen, Jesus gave us the authority and power. He also gave us the keys of the kingdom. Sadly, some of us don't use neither one. Well, Cousin Carmen isn't lying. I even find myself forgetting I have such power and authority. I'm worried or stressed, feeling helpless. When I've had authority and power all along.
Final Thought
I'm kind of having a HE-MAN and SHE-RA moment. You know the part where HE-MAN begins to feel the power so he looks at himself and he starts to glow. Then as you watch you see the power growing inside him, unseemly from nowhere. Then he cries out, BY THE POWER OF GRAYSKULL, I HAVE THE POWER!
So use your authority and power today and if you don't think you have the power just reminder yourself of Luke 10:19 and say "BY THE POWER OF JESUS CHRIST! I HAVE THE POWER!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020!
September 29, 2019
Hebrews 11:1-2
1. Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2. For by it the elders obtained a good report.
THOUGHT
LETS HOPE FOR CHRIST SOON RETURN AND THE EVIDENCE OF SINS FORGIVEN THROUGH CHRISTS SACRIFICE
September 28, 2019
Hebrews 11:6-
Thought:
God rewards those who diligently seek him, not as a casual snack, as some do. The bible becomes the ultimate feast and fuel to follow Christ for a lifetime.
September 27, 2019
Matthew 6:33
thought:
When God doesn't have your attention, he will disturb what does.
September 26, 2019
Luke 11:28
Thought:
As your spiritual appetite grows for God's word, so must your willingness to obey it. Obedience is the evidence of your spiritual growth.
September 25, 2019
Psalms 51:10
thought:
A bible opened for observation & interpretation without application is simply a decoration. The outcome is a head full of knowledge but a empty heart.
September 24, 2019
James 1:22-25
Thoughts:
Rather than play lawyer and defend God, let his living word speak for itself. Application is where the rubber meets the road.
September 23, 2019
Genesis 9:15
thought:
God's covenant with Noah applies to the present and future generations. Physical & spiritual rain will come but it won't destroy you.
September 22, 2019
Proverbs 3:6
thought:
Acknowledge God in All your ways is to surrender your will for his.
September 21, 2019
Peter 4:12-19
thought:
God's divine plan for your life will include pain and/or sorrow but the end result is a greater thing. You can press on knowing God will use it the bring him Glory.
September 20, 2019
Titus3:4-7
thought:
Plant seeds of kindness! God encourages his people to be knid to one another, even enemies
September 19, 2019
Romans 8:31
thought:
there are 365 "Fear Not" scriptures. You & God are the majority everyday!
September 18, 2019
Psalm 34:19
thought:
People that do the right thing seem to have many troubles but the Lord promises to deliver from them All.
September 17, 2019
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
thought:
A disease changes the organs sometimes unto death. An addiction does the same thing, only its by choice. God wants us to choose to life and not death.
September 16, 2019
1st John 4:1
thought:
Satan convinced Eve that God word is not true; try something else. He uses the same tricks today. Read your bible, seek God's will and get the truth.
September 15, 2019
Luke 7:47
thought:
Those that love little will forgive little. Those that love much will forgive much.
September 14, 2019
Mark 11:25
thought:
When someone does something to upset you or make you very uncomfortable; it can be hard to let it go & move on but you must. Harboring frustration or ill will is punishment & self destruction for you.
September 13, 2019
Ephesians 4:32
thought:
Your best is your best and no one elses. Turn your moments into good memories. Forgiveness is an excellent place to start.
September 12, 2019
Isaiah 35:4
Thought:
Fear will decrease your hope & limit your victories. It will break you if you succumb to it. So speak to that mountain and it will move.
September 11, 2019
Lamentation 3:21-25
Thought:
Celebrate life as you release the past worries & doubts. New opportunties are coming your way. Clear your mind and your heart to receive them.
September 10, 2019
Psalm 96:4-6
thought:
Share the goodness of the Lord with somebody today. Don't let the devil hold your testimony hostage.
September 9, 2019
Ruth 1: 16-17
thought:
Loyalty is not just a word, its a lifestyle. We must seek God for a desire to sow seeds of loyalty. Even if we are faithless or fail God., he remains faithful. Loyalty never ends.
September 8, 2019
Chronicles 22:19
thought:
Never stop seeking to know God better He gives us his word that is we seek first the kingdom of heaven, all things will be added to us.
September 7, 2019
Psalms 40:8
thought:
Keep the word of God means to obey it. Mediation helps you to obey God because the word becomes treasure hidden in your heart. The heart is a safe yet accessible place to help fight against sin.
September 6, 2019
Luke 6:38
Thought:
In Christ as joint heirs, we reap the seeds Jesus sowed, Abraham sowed and what we sow we have an abundant life.
September 5, 2019
Psalms 139:14-16
thought
Don't compare your life with someone elses,. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
September 4, 2019
Matthew 7:21-27
Thought:
We represent the church, the bride of Christ but the are members who have never accepted him in their heart. If your reading this text and have not declared him Lord, its not too late!
September 3, 2019
Phillippians 2:12-15
thought:
Some people don't obey God because they just don't want to. What's missing is a desire to "Want to". I believe if believers asked by faith for a desire to "Want to" do Gods will, then all believers can win souls for Christ.. The world would be a better place.
September 2, 2019
Colossians 3:13
thought
Everybody needs somebody to believe in them. We must remember the importance of maintaining the connection with our fellow man to ensure a thriving community.
September 1, 2019
Numbers 6:24-16
thought:
We should develop compassion for other people. That can happen we pray for other people to be blessed.