Its Friday, sorry I have not been blogging as much. I have been studying, reading and getting ready for the next chapter(JUMP) that God is taking me through in my life. First things first please be in prayer for me this week. My study group has double with such an awesome group of people. God has really blessed me with great friends who want to be totally surrendered. That is awesome!!! Next hopefully I will be able to take some time out to start putting my book together.
Enough about me, because you know that it is all about Jesus. Small group wrapped up our final study on (JUMP) Fear vs Faith. Let me tell you it ended with fire. I felt so convicted and compelled to be closer to God. What an awesome time we had. If you are not in community growing with others I'm going to be straight up and honest with you, you are missing out. You will never live out and up to your full potential until you partner with other believers in community. I believe that with all my heart. I came out of this series thinking about decisions. Those that I have made in my past, Those I have to make today and Those that are in my future. I realize that I can not take back past decisions, I can decide today to make wise choices based on past choices, my current circumstances, and my future hopes and dreams. Enjoy and Savor the greatest gift ever given. God Himself...............
Psalms 119:103-105
103 How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! 104 Through your precepts I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way. 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Have you ever chosen a certain path, only to find yourself regretting that decision later? Life consists of a series of choices, some as small as what to eat for dinner, and others with eternal impact.
Facing these crossroads can seem overwhelming, but Scripture offers guidelines to give us confidence and direction. Therefore, as decisions are imminent, we should keep the following in mind:
First, God promises wisdom to His children who ask with faith (James 1:5-6). His Spirit also resides within believers and is available for guidance. Too many Christians try to weigh the pros and cons themselves, and they miss out on the magnificent help from the all-knowing One.
Second, we should delve into the Bible, asking God to open our eyes to His truth and His way. The Lord promises that His Word never returns void (Isa. 55:11). And if we memorize and meditate on Scripture, He will bring the truth to our minds at the appropriate time.
Third, we are wise to be aware of our mental state as we approach decisions. The acronym "H.A.L.T." stands for hungry, angry, lonely, and tired—four states in which we will likely make poor choices. It is well worth waiting until a better time when considering options.
Our choices determine our direction, so consider carefully how you make decisions. Scripture is clear that we see dimly (1 Cor. 13:12); God alone sees the "whole picture." It is vital, therefore, to rely upon His wisdom, truth, and direction every time we select an option before us.
Enough about me, because you know that it is all about Jesus. Small group wrapped up our final study on (JUMP) Fear vs Faith. Let me tell you it ended with fire. I felt so convicted and compelled to be closer to God. What an awesome time we had. If you are not in community growing with others I'm going to be straight up and honest with you, you are missing out. You will never live out and up to your full potential until you partner with other believers in community. I believe that with all my heart. I came out of this series thinking about decisions. Those that I have made in my past, Those I have to make today and Those that are in my future. I realize that I can not take back past decisions, I can decide today to make wise choices based on past choices, my current circumstances, and my future hopes and dreams. Enjoy and Savor the greatest gift ever given. God Himself...............
Psalms 119:103-105
103 How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! 104 Through your precepts I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way. 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Have you ever chosen a certain path, only to find yourself regretting that decision later? Life consists of a series of choices, some as small as what to eat for dinner, and others with eternal impact.
Facing these crossroads can seem overwhelming, but Scripture offers guidelines to give us confidence and direction. Therefore, as decisions are imminent, we should keep the following in mind:
First, God promises wisdom to His children who ask with faith (James 1:5-6). His Spirit also resides within believers and is available for guidance. Too many Christians try to weigh the pros and cons themselves, and they miss out on the magnificent help from the all-knowing One.
Second, we should delve into the Bible, asking God to open our eyes to His truth and His way. The Lord promises that His Word never returns void (Isa. 55:11). And if we memorize and meditate on Scripture, He will bring the truth to our minds at the appropriate time.
Third, we are wise to be aware of our mental state as we approach decisions. The acronym "H.A.L.T." stands for hungry, angry, lonely, and tired—four states in which we will likely make poor choices. It is well worth waiting until a better time when considering options.
Our choices determine our direction, so consider carefully how you make decisions. Scripture is clear that we see dimly (1 Cor. 13:12); God alone sees the "whole picture." It is vital, therefore, to rely upon His wisdom, truth, and direction every time we select an option before us.
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Found this blog on a bookstore website. I started reading last week. After reading this I wanted to comment. I ask for wisdom daily. But I find my lust for life overpowering. I am Catholic. But discussing my life to the priest is very discouraging.I have always believed that after Jesus died for us the veil was gone and we could pray how without the veil between us and God. I wonder if God minds what sect of Christianity you are, as long as you are stayed on him and his teaching. Thinking of changing where I go to church. My family will be angry, but what do you do when you're not getting what you need from the church you go to.