A Combination Nov.30

Holy Spirit said:

"Righteousness and intelligence should go together when understanding Kingdom of God principles. A person who guides only with intelligence and no right doing should be avoided. A person who tries to lead with righteousness and no intelligence cannot be as trustworthy either. Intelligence may only point to worldly conclusions. Righteousness alone tends toward emotional bondage. Trust the person who uses both energies to bridge an understanding in your Savior."

Prayer: Thank you, Lord, that the Holy Spirit does not trick us with thoughts or emotions like some people.

Which Faith? Nov.27

Holy Spirit said:

"Faith becomes active, when you graciously accept, that to which you already believe. Quit trying to faith and trust. For instance, The Prodigal son’s older brother let anger get in his way of forgiveness. Anger portrays nothing but hostile fear. Fear opposes faith. Make conscious effort to trade your anger for peace because peaceful ease creates genuine faith. Then, practice adding to your faith resolution, resolving you will endure, maintain self-control, and promote the Father’s kindness with all humanity."

Prayer: Lord, with conflict and strife, help us avoid planning our lives from fear motivation. We want to trade fear for love.

The First Cause Nov.26

Jesus said:

"When I said, “I am the Way” I referred to the fact I am the first designer. I am the moral center of the universe, the ultimate reality. See Me in the glow of a fire. See Me in the stirring branches of the wind. See Me in the richness of the soil. See Me in the sparkle of water. I am not within these things. These things reflect I am the Creator and first cause of these. I am the first beauty of all things."

Prayer: Lord, keep our eyes upon the divine beauty around us, instead of any twisted beauty.

Today’s Growth Nov.22

Jesus said:

"When you first met Me, you were bursting with the wonder of first impressions. Nothing seemed impossible. Then, came a longer time of learning and experiences that punched away at your faith, but those times helped to strengthen you. You entered a place of questions whether your joy would ever return again. With more and more of your journey in and out from Me, you wonder if you’ve lost your sense of wonder. You have not lost it. Joy will come more strongly today. Watch for the experience."

Prayer: Lord, I am still amazed at your Grace for us.

Links Nov.15

And Jesus said:

"Because of the connection of all things in the universe, the Father delights in working out every detail to bring honor to your trust and commitment because it brings honor to Him. The Holy Spirit will bring to pass your needs and desires when you rest in Him. Start each day talking to me and look for what I will work out to your benefit. You may not see connections at first, but believe in My ability to tie things together. The journey can be its own reward."

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the control and directions you give our lives. We are truly lost without you.

How big is the Father's love? Nov.11

And Jesus said:

"I have said that the Father’s love has length, breadth, height, and depth. To this you are connected. His length remains His everlasting, non-ending being. His breadth shows His love as extending to all people what He wills for Himself and others. His height displays His power, so you can pray with all the energy of your spirit. His depth stands for wisdom of all the Spirit knows and dwells within those who have ears to hear."

Prayer: Lord, thank you for helping us understand your all-embracing love.

Love Essence Nov.9

Holy Spirit said:

"Your heavenly Father does not just do love. He IS love! He does not function without love motivation. Everything that happens to you remains fused with His love because you are in Me and I am in you. You may not always understand the consequences. On the surface or the immediate moment may seem harsh or unloving, but that’s because you cannot see the whole picture of all the connections in the universe. Let love work through every experience. I have loved you more than any person or object that receives your highest passion."

Prayer: I don’t always understand but thank you for your special love.

Perfection Nov.7

The Lord said:

"When I said for you to be perfect even as My Father in heaven is perfect, notice the verses before which dealt with love. So, strive for perfection in your love. Love those that misuse you, those that misunderstand you, love your enemies. Love Me. Through Me your love may be perfect even if your experiences and expressions of that love are not yet perfect. Remember, the Christ-like character you grow is on-going, not just a state of being. You continue a magnificent work in progress."

Prayer: Father, thank you for your astonishing love you share with us.

Simplicity Nov. 6

And the Lord said:

"Nothing remains insignificant because I can connect all things. Remember, you live in this world and My kingdom at the same time. You need to flavor everyday events with kingdom joy. When you greet someone give them a kingdom smile. When you see someone on the street, send them a kingdom prayer. No occasion, no contact stays too small to enhance the kingdom principles. Even though you do not see anything on the surface, trust that I am working underneath. Blessed are you when you hunger and thirst for the kingdom in every word and deed. My kingdom is a kingdom of service, not self power."

Prayer: Lord, keep reminding me every moment, I am to serve gladly in any circumstance and any who cross my path.

Poor in spirit Nov.5

The Lord said:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit means to renounce yourself being totally in control. It does not mean to dishonor the self. I do not want to rule over a ruined self but a surrendered one. What happens when you renounce your Self? You are left with an emptiness to be filled. The Holy Spirit can now make you aware of your God need, God dependence, and God origin. You can accept the Father’s grace and lean fully on him. Without the emptying of the self, you would still be filled with all the worldly clutter. That clutter pushes out the Holy Spirit, silencing his inner message. In modern terms, crucify your false self so your true self can be resurrected."

Prayer: Lord, I do pray you would help me be more other-centered.

Accountability Nov. 1

The Lord gave thought:

"When I said, “Lo I am with you alway,” I meant for you to pay close attention to all the daily details you experience. My Holy Spirit may break through to you at any minute because the time and circumstances merge together for my immediate presence."

Prayer: Lord, increase my awareness of your incoming messages.