Be Careful of Words Feb. 18

 

        Often, you need to listen more carefully. Remember the story of Babel in the Bible? When people quit turning to heavenly Father, they invented a plan that their words could solve life. Babel found too much shelter in human words. They wanted safety in a united language. Words are powerful, but they are not the last resort. They may climb high but not as high as solid closeness with Jesus. Be still and HEAR God’s words. Do not force your speech by not remembering God’s word. When you and Christ walk together as friends, you do not have to worry about what happens next. Your actions can flow along with Holy Spirit.

Prayer: Lord, help me follow only your word to use wisely.

What is Grace? Feb. 17

 

Pay close attention:

        Grace is heavenly Father’s presence always in motion. One main work is His understanding. He personally loved you when you did not know to seek Him. Scripture calls it reconciliation. He still searches for you and waits in your blind spots. By Grace, through your faith, you are being saved.  Grace remains a special gift you have received. His Grace is available to you. In fact, you may have an abundance for any good deed. What is it that stops Grace? A root of bitterness can sneak in and defile.  Pride is a result of bitterness and tends to cause the beginnings of ill-will which blocks Grace. Hard feelings appear. The hostility of ill-will corrodes and leads to hate. Make sure bitterness does not have a chance to block Grace. Humility directs the road to Grace. Humble yourself through forgiveness and service, even to those who do not deserve anything. Holy Father has promised that Grace will work in and through you. But you must also do your part. He keeps His promises. Keep yours!

Prayer: Lord, help me keep the heart of a servant. Every day, please rework pride, that can hurt others, into your Amazing Grace.

Invisible Energy Feb.16

 

A Truth Flowed:

        In scripture, Jesus said “I AM the Way.” What all does that mean? One thing is continued consciousness, the creative presence that pulsates throughout the cosmos, even into your personal daily life. He is always spontaneous, creating fresh things new for your sake. At times, he seems a mystery to you because He is the same but never the same. You may know him best in the intangible. He is here, not out there. If you bury Him, he will stay buried. If you resurrect Him, he will linger with you. The earth and people are tangible. Human love is tangible. But the mystery is God’s love is tangible and intangible. More blessed is the one who walks by faith  in the Lord, who works to keep the way blameless, who seeks Christ with all the heart, mind, soul, and body.

Prayer: Oh Lord, help me to rid myself of every unkindness and unloving part of my nature.

Stay Alert Feb.15

 

And the Spirit said:

        To know HOW to practice Jesus as present gives power and strength you need to endure this world's struggles. Whatever prayers get answered, whatever healing takes place, whatever miracles you claim, whatever confusion you face----the most significant event is still the time you spend with Christ, in His presence, aware that you are a joint heir in the kingdom because you remain part of the family. Stay aware by raising your alert ability and know Christ daily. Pay attention to the silences. Alertness follows consent.

Prayer: Lord, thank you, for reminding me that in every occasion, you are quietly here.

 

Knowledge Feb. 14

 

 Holy Sprit reminded:

          Heavenly Father’s love  penetrates all realms and all creation with divine knowledge; human awareness and knowledge fall short. You cannot know enough about heavenly Father, except through His Son. And that may take a lifetime. It may take years for you to understand just one of your days. Christ waits with the Father. There is still nothing the Father does not know about you, and He will reveal truth to you all he can. Keep learning by practicing unconditional love. His love is the best channel for any worthy knowledge.

Prayer: Lord, thank you, that the right love can be learned with your help.

Bible Word Never Gets Old Feb. 13

 

And the Spirit said:

        Heavenly Father shows you constant mysteries, even in the salvation journey. The things of Christ keep spreading outward, escalating such that every idea and truth can become a new experience. Once you think you have hold of some truth, look again because Holy Spirit will inject new revelation. You can never get hold of all the Spirit. Freshness can be motivating, vibrating energy. Newness is linked with forgiveness and praise of the Father. Keep renewing your mind, body, and spirit. Focused thinking and hearing God’s word with action, must merge with constant attention that says, “Yes now!”

Prayer: Lord, renew every part of me today with a fresh outlook at what you do in this world and the next.

 

What Difference? Feb. 12

 

The Spirit Reminded:

        At times, you need to consider what difference it really makes that you call yourself Christian. One of the major variations of your life should be that you make a conscious effort daily to practice the Christ kind of other-centeredness, whether you benefit from the experience or not. When dealing with people who misunderstand you, just say, in Jesus’ name and continue to serve others the best you can. Do not defend yourself. Remember Christ is made strong through your weakness. Sometimes, when you gain strength through your weakness, Holy Spirit can do what seems God miracles. God’s peace shows loving faith at rest in Christ. Over time, mature unconditional love does not have to THINK of acting.....it just responds.

Prayer: Lord, help me respond with your love as natural as breathing.