One touch of God's love, grace, mercy and favor changes things. It doesn't matter what one is encountering. When heaven comes to earth, when God's Kingdom comes to earth. Things change. Darkness flees, bondage's are broken, lives are changed, and freedom rains. May you be blessed as God's favor touches your life.
May the favor of God manifest in your life through Christ the Hope of Glory.
In His Glorious Name Ministries
When The Precepts Of Men Micro Manage The Flock Of God
Every church that I have ever attended had a prayer ministry. Prayer is one of the heart beats of the church. Prayer is important, and Jesus said "My House shall be called a house of prayer". There are many scriptures in the Bible that speak of prayer from the book of Genesis to the book of Revelations. There are many accounts of Christ praying, the Apostles praying, and also many accounts within the old testament about prayer.
Prayer in many ways is the lifeline of our communication with God. Through prayer we communicate with God, make our requests known to Him, enter into His presence and stand the gap as watchmen for others. It is good to pray for others. In fact, it is a humble privilege to pray for others.
In the book of Acts prayer and the laying on of hands are mentioned in various sections of scripture. In many church's today prayer and the laying on of hands is actively pursued and the ministry of the Holy Spirit flows freely.
Actually God made prayer very simple. It doesn't take some spiritual giant to pray for people. It just takes a willing vessel to step out in faith and allow the Holy Spirit to be the Holy Spirit. It's when fear, lack of faith, a religious spirit, the precepts of men and having a good church service show gets in the way and hinders the Holy Spirit, that prayer ministries become in affective. That well scripted situations.
It amazes me how we sometimes turn the Kingdom of God into this well micro managed process as if we could add something to it. It amazes me how we sometimes take the simplest of things and make them difficult and within that process diminish the power of such and the anointing of God among us. I somehow don't think Jesus had that in mind.
Prayer in many ways is the lifeline of our communication with God. Through prayer we communicate with God, make our requests known to Him, enter into His presence and stand the gap as watchmen for others. It is good to pray for others. In fact, it is a humble privilege to pray for others.
In the book of Acts prayer and the laying on of hands are mentioned in various sections of scripture. In many church's today prayer and the laying on of hands is actively pursued and the ministry of the Holy Spirit flows freely.
Actually God made prayer very simple. It doesn't take some spiritual giant to pray for people. It just takes a willing vessel to step out in faith and allow the Holy Spirit to be the Holy Spirit. It's when fear, lack of faith, a religious spirit, the precepts of men and having a good church service show gets in the way and hinders the Holy Spirit, that prayer ministries become in affective. That well scripted situations.
It amazes me how we sometimes turn the Kingdom of God into this well micro managed process as if we could add something to it. It amazes me how we sometimes take the simplest of things and make them difficult and within that process diminish the power of such and the anointing of God among us. I somehow don't think Jesus had that in mind.
What is Worship?
Is worship something that we fit into a schedule? Is worship something that we do simply because others are seen doing it? Do we worship to make ourselves feel good? Do we worship to convince others of living our lives the right way?
There could be many other questions to ask about worship, but the question we should ask is: What is TRUE worship?
There are so many styles and ways to worship, but what is key is that worship focuses on GOD and NOT self! When you move away from the traps of self-pity, gluttony, covetousness, and the rest of those popular sins, then have you begun taking the steps towards true worship with God. Why not try it out now? Simply thank Him for waking you up and giving you life to live today with!
There could be many other questions to ask about worship, but the question we should ask is: What is TRUE worship?
There are so many styles and ways to worship, but what is key is that worship focuses on GOD and NOT self! When you move away from the traps of self-pity, gluttony, covetousness, and the rest of those popular sins, then have you begun taking the steps towards true worship with God. Why not try it out now? Simply thank Him for waking you up and giving you life to live today with!
Single Moms & Dad's
Are you a single mom or dad? If you are, we have created a new blog just for you. A place where you can visit, be encouraged, find valuable information and interact with other single parents. We also provide valuable links to other parenting sites, single parent sites and sites filled with great information, tips and most importantly Godly counsel and encouragement.
Add Single Christian Parents to you favorites.
Add Single Christian Parents to you favorites.
Thank God For Great Worship Leaders & Christian Music
Thank God for all the wonderful Christian artists, musicians and song writers that give us such awesome praise and worship music. Just imagine a church service without great worship music to worship the Lord to. Personally for me without praise and worship, I'd be lost. Over the years, we all have been blessed through various artists, groups and worship songs. I'm sure that you have your favorite artists, groups and various praise and worship songs.
Here are some great sites that showcase some great praise and worship music. One is Christian Music which has an excellent website. Another is Vineyard Music which is one of my favorites and another is Maranatha Music which is also another excellent ministry site.
Remember, it is good to worship the Lord.
Here are some great sites that showcase some great praise and worship music. One is Christian Music which has an excellent website. Another is Vineyard Music which is one of my favorites and another is Maranatha Music which is also another excellent ministry site.
Remember, it is good to worship the Lord.
A Brief Word on Separation
Jesus declares in the Bible that a house divided against itself cannot stand. This kind of separation has been causing havoc in the body of Christ. What do I mean?
For example, during the 20th century, you would often find different churches catering to different groups of people depending on race and/or socioeconomic status. While much progress has been made to improve relations in these areas, there are still denominational divides found within the family of God!
These divisions are often selfish and take the focus away from Jesus Christ! The separation that God presents to us is removing the old man (who lusted after the world and its ways) and putting on the new man (who is in Christ Jesus). With the world getting worse by the moment, we must strive to attain the unity of the faith Paul mentions in his letter to the Cortinthian church!
Our message, music, preaching, worship, and our lives should reflect our diversity, but, ultimately, our union to the One and Only Living God!
For example, during the 20th century, you would often find different churches catering to different groups of people depending on race and/or socioeconomic status. While much progress has been made to improve relations in these areas, there are still denominational divides found within the family of God!
These divisions are often selfish and take the focus away from Jesus Christ! The separation that God presents to us is removing the old man (who lusted after the world and its ways) and putting on the new man (who is in Christ Jesus). With the world getting worse by the moment, we must strive to attain the unity of the faith Paul mentions in his letter to the Cortinthian church!
Our message, music, preaching, worship, and our lives should reflect our diversity, but, ultimately, our union to the One and Only Living God!
Come Join The Fun & Be Blessed
I'm loving Twitter. It's simple, fun and you meet some great people nationally and worldwide in the body of Christ. Social networks and communities are a great way to catch up on the latest, stay in touch with friends and also share God's love, kingdom and word. Catch us on Twitter at ChristBlogger and if you haven't joined Twitter, I encourage you to.
Together, we can Glorify God, share the Kingdom, encourage others and simply be a light that shines for Christ.
In His Glorious Name Ministries Online
Together, we can Glorify God, share the Kingdom, encourage others and simply be a light that shines for Christ.
In His Glorious Name Ministries Online
The Best It Yet To Come
All things are possible with God and I believe that for those who trust Christ, the best is yet to come. Yes Rome may be encountering problems, but for those who are a part of God's Kingdom here on earth, I believe the best is yet to come.
May your faith be increased and may the Holy Spirit encourage you in the fact that God is seated on the Throne and is in control. Have a blessed day, week and years end as 2009 soon comes to a close. May your holiday season be filled with love, peace and joy and may Christ arise in your hearts.
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May your faith be increased and may the Holy Spirit encourage you in the fact that God is seated on the Throne and is in control. Have a blessed day, week and years end as 2009 soon comes to a close. May your holiday season be filled with love, peace and joy and may Christ arise in your hearts.
In His Glorious Name Ministries Online
God Can Turn The Worst Of Situations Into Blessings
Very few people look towards God when things are going well. Truth is they are usually to busy and consumed to think about God. However, when times become difficult or troubles come, that's when we all seem to call out to God. Sometimes God takes the worst of situations and circumstances and turns them into blessings. We of course can't see this in the beginnings or as it's unfolding, but as time passes we do.
If your encountering difficulties let me encourage you to call out to God through times of prayer, worship and simply taking the time to share fellowship with Him. You just might find all your difficulties being turned into blessings as time passes.
In His Glorious Name Ministries Online
If your encountering difficulties let me encourage you to call out to God through times of prayer, worship and simply taking the time to share fellowship with Him. You just might find all your difficulties being turned into blessings as time passes.
In His Glorious Name Ministries Online
Christianity 101
Did you know that the name Jesus occurs 983 times in 942 verses in the KJV Bible? That is a lot of times within a lot of verses. Did you know that the word Lord occurs 7970 times in 6749 verses in the KJV and that God is mentioned 4473 times in 3893 verses in the KJV?
Studying the Bible can be both exciting and rewarding. Performing word searches can also be exciting, rewarding and can really expand your knowledge of scripture. Take for example the word love. If you were to perform a word search on the word love and study only those scriptures whereas the word love is mentioned. You'd get quite a overview of all the scriptures regarding love.
It's easy, fun and worth performing word searches. Simply visit www.blueletterbible.com and have fun.
Studying the Bible can be both exciting and rewarding. Performing word searches can also be exciting, rewarding and can really expand your knowledge of scripture. Take for example the word love. If you were to perform a word search on the word love and study only those scriptures whereas the word love is mentioned. You'd get quite a overview of all the scriptures regarding love.
It's easy, fun and worth performing word searches. Simply visit www.blueletterbible.com and have fun.
Seeing what God Sees
What happens when you find yourself so weighed down by guilt that it becomes difficult to see the big picture? Sometimes, we may ask God how come He loves us the way that He does and is always ready to forgive and restore. If we look to our relationship with Jesus as a marriage (as illustrated throughout the New Testament), we may find some insight.
One of the things that is needed for a marriage to truly last is that both bride and groom must be able to find the qualities and features that ATTRACT them to one another despite their actions. This is also something we demonstrate (or should, at least) to our children as they are being raised. From a spiritual standpoint, the reason that God is able to love us, even though we still struggle with sin everyday, is because He sees something that is ATTRACTIVE!
What is it you may ask? It is His breath of life He gave each person. It is His Holy Spirit that He freely offers to all who accept His Son, Jesus, as Lord and Savior. It is the fact that, out of ALL creation, He took the time to FORM, MOLD, and SHAPE us in His IMAGE and LIKENESS! It is important for us to look to the Word of God and pray in the Holy Ghost (in Jesus' name) so that He can change the way we view ourselves in the valleys of sin.
Keep this important nugget of wisdom in your mind and pray that it may flow into the deepest chambers of your heart!
Israel Ministry Of Foreign Affairs
If your like me, you like to keep up with the latest things happening in Israel. We get a lot of information through our church and also by email from friends and ministries in Israel. However here is a great web site that has lots of information and updates about Israel and the Middle East.
Israel Ministry Of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry Of Foreign Affairs
Ceaseless Prayer
Pray without ceasing.
1 Thessalonians 5:17
How is it that we can pray without ceasing? Prayer goes beyond just talking or crying out to God and invokes His power and presence into your situation. Most of us do not talk while we are sleep or even during certain times of the day. What is able to keep us in a state of “ceaseless prayer”?
Beloved, your daily life should be a testimony to Christ and the Word of God. Keeping a true testimony requires you to stay connected, spiritually, to the Spirit of God; allowing God to be present. We are not only to be hearers, but doers of the Word because there are many who are watching our lives.
A right testimony comes from obeying the Word of God and the Holy Spirit. He will be directing your line of communication to God, with Jesus as your Mediator. Never make this a substitute for setting aside time in your prayer closet to “have a little talk with Jesus.”
1 Thessalonians 5:17
How is it that we can pray without ceasing? Prayer goes beyond just talking or crying out to God and invokes His power and presence into your situation. Most of us do not talk while we are sleep or even during certain times of the day. What is able to keep us in a state of “ceaseless prayer”?
Beloved, your daily life should be a testimony to Christ and the Word of God. Keeping a true testimony requires you to stay connected, spiritually, to the Spirit of God; allowing God to be present. We are not only to be hearers, but doers of the Word because there are many who are watching our lives.
A right testimony comes from obeying the Word of God and the Holy Spirit. He will be directing your line of communication to God, with Jesus as your Mediator. Never make this a substitute for setting aside time in your prayer closet to “have a little talk with Jesus.”
Ordered Steps
Today, my mother-in-law and I celebrated our birthday (which is on the same day!) at my house. She has been very ill for a number of years before I met and married my wife and I could not help but notice her faith and devotion to the Lord, Jesus Christ. She has been determined to have both of our families together for quite some time and each of us were excited and elated to share such a wonder occasion together.
We partook off both regular food and SPIRITUAL food (sharing song, Scripture, and communion). After taking communion as a family, I said these words to my mother-in-law:
- God does not promise us a life free of pain, but He does promise that His grace is sufficient for us
- God does not promise us a life free of problems, but He does promise never to leave us nor forsake us
- God does not promise us that our enemies will be smaller than us, but He does promise that greater is He that's in us, than they that are in the world!
Beloved, take a moment out of your life to ask the Lord to direct your steps...He won't lead you wrong!
We partook off both regular food and SPIRITUAL food (sharing song, Scripture, and communion). After taking communion as a family, I said these words to my mother-in-law:
- God does not promise us a life free of pain, but He does promise that His grace is sufficient for us
- God does not promise us a life free of problems, but He does promise never to leave us nor forsake us
- God does not promise us that our enemies will be smaller than us, but He does promise that greater is He that's in us, than they that are in the world!
Beloved, take a moment out of your life to ask the Lord to direct your steps...He won't lead you wrong!
What Path Are We Being Led Down
The more and more I hear the news reports regarding world leaders, the more I wounder what path they are leading us all down. Even here in the United States, there are times when I wonder where are leaders are leading us. Thank God that we do have some leaders of integrity that truly care about the American people. Of course as leaders, they are merely men and men can and do make mistakes. Occasionally we hear of those mistakes, as powerful men find their careers coming to an end.
Yet where are our leaders leading us? Is America prospering as a nation and people? Are Americans better off today than they were 5 years ago, or 10 years ago? Are Americans more secure financially? or is America and the American people encountering the fruit of poor leadership?
It's time to pray that God puts Godly leaders, leaders of honor and leaders of integrity into office.
Yet where are our leaders leading us? Is America prospering as a nation and people? Are Americans better off today than they were 5 years ago, or 10 years ago? Are Americans more secure financially? or is America and the American people encountering the fruit of poor leadership?
It's time to pray that God puts Godly leaders, leaders of honor and leaders of integrity into office.
Do You Have A Prayer Request
Prayer is powerful and prayer can bring change. Jesus said "my house shall be called a house of prayer" and in scripture Jesus prayed many times. If your in need of prayer or have a prayer request, simply visit The Prayer Ministry where you can post your prayer needs and others will pray for you. There's no registration or hassles.
The Prayer Ministry
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