The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom PV 1:7 we can ask the Lord for wisdom. Lord fill me with your wisdom and grant me the discernment to know when the enemy is tickling my ears

Do you want the fire of God's love to burn in your heart? John the evangelist tells us that GOD is love(1 John 4:16) - readings from Laudate.

Removing Distractions

One of Satan's more cunning weapons is distraction. He knows if we become sidetracked by the cares of the world that, more than likely, we will begin to neglect our time... more

Removing Distractions

One of Satan's more cunning weapons is distraction. He knows if we become sidetracked by the cares of the world that, more than likely, we will begin to neglect our time with God.

To keep us faithful and in close fellowship and communion with Him, sometimes God wants us to remove distractions that are separating us from Him, even if it hurts.

For example, if our career or desire for money or social status are more important to us than pleasing God, we need to get our priorities straight. Or maybe a relationship is keeping you from spending time with God and you're looking for that person's attention and approval more than God's. The bottom line is, any situation or desire in our life that keeps us from being led by the Holy Spirit or living for God is an unhealthy distraction that's not good for us.

God wants us to be moved by His Spirit, not by distractions. So today, set aside all of the distractions of life and purposely focus on God. When you s...

But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weakness, so that Christ's power may rest on me... more

But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weakness, so that Christ's power may rest on me.... For when I am weak, then I am strong. --2 Corinthians 12: 9&10b

Time to see what He wants me to learn today. Trying to listen. I don't want to stop His work

Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 Wishing to determine the truth about why Paul was being accused by the Jews.....

Thank you LORD for all my Blessings! Thank you GOD!

Got the Word and some good gospel music in while working out. Ready to take on a long, busy day.

Take God Out of the "Emergency Only" Box!

I used to spend time with God once in awhile or when my life was in big trouble. Eventually I learned that if I ever wanted to stop living from one... more

Take God Out of the "Emergency Only" Box!

I used to spend time with God once in awhile or when my life was in big trouble. Eventually I learned that if I ever wanted to stop living from one emergency to the next, I needed to seek God every day as if I were in desperate need of Him.

It's true that God will always help us when we come to Him. But if we want constant victory, we need to take God out of our "emergency only" box and invite Him into our everyday lives.

God wants us to get personal with Him. He proves this by the fact that He lives within us.

When Jesus died on the cross, He opened the way for us to get personal with almighty God. If God had wanted an "emergency only" relationship, He might just visit on occasion, but He certainly would not have come to take up permanent residence within us.

What an awesome thought! God is your personal friend! Will you remove Him from the "emergency only" box today?

Prayer Starter: Lord, I know that the Christian life i...

Reading Joyce Meyer this morning this particular path spoke to me

Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. --Psalm 32:1&2

We should be not be lukewarm in our walk with Him. We need to be , I want to be on fire for Him

Bible.is app haven't read anything from the bible in a long long time after tonight and calling on the hockey Gods many times I think a few chapters are necessary lol

Forgot to check-in when we did this morning's reading.

As always the Word is good and I am reflecting on it throughout the day.

I must listen to my Lord not my fears

Rereading Matthew 13-15, this time in AMP version.

"You can make many plans, but the LORD’s purpose will prevail". Proverbs 19:21

1 Samuel 17:45 ESV

Then David said to the Philistine, "You come to me with a sword and with a spear and with a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of... more

1 Samuel 17:45 ESV

Then David said to the Philistine, "You come to me with a sword and with a spear and with a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.

The message I'm taking away from today's Word is Proverbs 15:28 "The righteous heart reflects before answering but the wicked heart blurts out evil." Its so powerful and very true. I'm reflecting on... more

The message I'm taking away from today's Word is Proverbs 15:28 "The righteous heart reflects before answering but the wicked heart blurts out evil." Its so powerful and very true. I'm reflecting on this scripture throughout the day.

Today's Prayer Starter: God, I admit that I struggle with negative thoughts and I need Your help. Line my thoughts up with Your Word. In every situation, remind me that You will work things out for... more

Today's Prayer Starter: God, I admit that I struggle with negative thoughts and I need Your help. Line my thoughts up with Your Word. In every situation, remind me that You will work things out for my good.

Psalms 51:7 My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart you, God, will not despise.

But now, this is what the LORD says-- ... 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass... more

But now, this is what the LORD says-- ... 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God.' --Isaiah 43:1-3

Do all things in the name of the Lord.

Half way finished with my reading plans. Might start a new plan. Perhaps a whole Bible plan...

Catch up on my reading plan (two days behind), THEN sleep... Usually I'm desperate for sleep, a little backwards tonight, oh well.

1 Samuel, John, Psalms and Proverbs. The Word really had some applicable messages today.

1Samuel 27 - David Allied with the Philistines

Colossians 3:12-17 NLT

12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.13 Make allowance... more

Colossians 3:12-17 NLT

12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.14 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.
Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts. And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Jesus Christ you are... more

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Jesus Christ you are serving. --Colossians 3: 23&24