Pray One For Another!

We are admonished to pray one for another and we should be diligent in this task. One of my burdens is for older brothers and sisters. They are battling things that the younger can't imagine. They are many times alone and feeling as if they aren't needed by anyone. Holiday times seem to magnify their situations. If you know some older folks please pray for them and if possible reach out to them during this holiday season. Maybe we could remind them that their life isn't over and that Jesus loves them. May the Lord bless all of our endeavors in this arena.

The Steps Of A Good Man!

Psalm 37:23-25 says, "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken nor his seed begging bread." These verses are certainly a major part of our testimonies. When God is for us we are being led by his Spirit and he is holding our hands and making provision for us. He wants us to be overcomers until the end. We won't leave this earth one second too early nor will we stay one second too long for God is on His throne.

Happy Thanksgiving Brethren!

The Apostle Paul wrote in 2Thessalonians 1:3, "We are bound to thank God always for you brethren, as it is meet because that your faith groweth exceedlingly, and the charity of every one of you all toward each other aboundeth." Happy Thanksgiving Brethren!

An Appointment

Do you like appointments? You as well as I like some appointments but not others. A dentist appointment not so much, an appointment to get together with family or brothers and sisters are the ones we like. The Bible speaks of an appointment that all people have. In Hebrews 9:27 it says, "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:" An appointment with death and judgment sounds alright to those who know Christ as Savior and Lord, but it sure doesn't sound so good for those who are not saved. This is an inevitable appointment that mankind best be ready for. Do we know those that aren't ready to keep this appointment? Perhaps God will use us to help them be ready.

There Is A River!

The chorus goes, "There is a river that flows from deep within, there is a fountain that frees the soul from sin, come to the waters there is a vast supply, there is a river that never shall run dry." In scripture it says that out of a believer's inner most being shall flow rivers of living water (John 7:38). Aren't you glad for the river of God that fills and fills and never runs dry. Fill us Lord is our prayer!

Benefits!

There are so many ways that people get benefits in the hour that we live. There are Veteran benefits, welfare benefits, Unemployment benefits, Social Security benefits, retirement benefits, employment benefits, insurance benefits, etc. These all are really a tremendous help when needed as they help bear the burden. But the question that I have before us is, do we see the benefits that come from the Heavenly Father who loves his children. A great verse in the Bible that speaks of benefits is found in Psalm 68:19 which says, "Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah." It says daily loads us with benefits. This word benefits speaks of the burdens that God bears on our behalf. Have we noticed some of the benefits that have been given to us this day? You know, like our daily bread, peace, love, joy, safety, security, forgiveness, that still small voice that speaks to us, the assurance of salvation, just to mention a few. When you read this, take a moment to access what benefits God has given you today, and pause and give Him thanks.

Polly Want A Cracker?

Will Rogers said, "Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed to sell your parrot to the town gossip." We should live our lives in an honest and transparent way then it won't matter who we sell our parrot to. All that parrot will say will be the truth. Please pass the crackers.

If Only They Knew!

In Matthew 13:49 we read, "So shall it be at the end of the world: the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just. And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth." These words were spoken by Jesus and are telling of the destiny of all who don't know Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Let's tell all that we can that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. They might just be saved, if only they knew!

Robb's ramblings!

The preacher said it wasn't about money, buildings, or the amount of people, but by the time his sermon was finished, it was about money, buildings and the amount of people. The longer we talk the more of what is in our hearts comes out. I had a call the other day and the female voice assured me that it wasn't a sales call, but within 30 seconds or less I got out of her that she was indeed selling something. She said that she would save me money, but I had to spend more money to accomplish the savings. You never save money when you spend money. Oh well, Jesus is still Savior and Lord! Let us worship Him!

Are You A Believer?

Are you a believer? I hope you answered yes for all of us are believers. Some believe the truth and some believe a lie and others believe some of the truth and some of the lie. Jesus is the truth and Satan is the lie. The Apostle Paul wrote to the Galatians and in chapter 3:1 it reads, "O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, ..." Jesus said in John 8:32 that if we continue in his word we are his disciples and that we would know the truth and the truth would set us free. When we drift from the truth we are drifting into bondage and deception. Jesus also said in John 14 that he was sending the Comforter (the Holy Spirit) the Spirit of truth. Those who end up believing some of the truth and some of the lie do so because they get deceived. They hear the word and pick and choose what they will obey or rebel against. If you are a believer of the lie, you need to come to the Lord Jesus Christ and receive him as your Savior, and if you are a believer of the truth and a believer of the lie, you need to come to the Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ and ask forgiveness. Receive God's forgiveness and allow God to restore you to the full fellowship that you once knew. Father please help us each one to be a believer of the truth and to obey the truth at all times.

Buried Treasure?

Some people find fault as if it were buried treasure. Before we judge a situation it would be best if we were to know the whole story or as the old saying goes, "walk a mile in their shoes". I personally like Jesus' take on the situation, for us to forgive one another. What are your thoughts? Do we come to conclusions without the facts? Are humans just judgmental by their human sinful nature? Oh well, it is a great day to know Jesus and to be known by him.

Maranatha!

In Matthew 24, Jesus was asked by his disciples what shall be the sign of your coming and the end of the world? Part of his answer talked of the fact that many shall be offended and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another, and many false prophets shall arise and shall deceive many. He also said that because iniquity would abound, the love of many would grow cold, but those who would endure until the end would be saved. There is much coming on the face of the earth even through the church that is intended to deceive the saints. Teachings on good works for salvation, saving mother earth for the Lord, embracing those of all religions while working together for the good of mankind. Jesus gave us our mandate to go into all the world and make disciples. We have also been instructed that light and dark have no fellowship and that we aren't to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. God would that all be saved, but all won't be saved for to be saved they have to receive Jesus as Savior, Lord, and God. Mankind is so independent that we want to have the final say so on how we will get to heaven. The Bible clearly states that no man comes to the Father except through Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Jesus is coming soon so let's be alert to the snares of the enemy. Let's stay in the word and live the word and keep our hearts right with the Lord and our fellowman. Maranatha!

A Special People!

In Deuteronomy 7:6 we read, "For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God: the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all the people that are upon the face of the earth." This was written to the Jewish people and expressed God's love for them. We too are special to the Lord God for he has chosen us and called us and ordained us to be a people unto himself. We are to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and love our neighbor as ourselves. It is important for us to realize that we are special to the Lord. When we experience the Love of God, we then know we are special. In I Peter 2:5 it says, "Ye also as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ." In verse 4 of the same chapter it says we are chosen of God and precious. So fellow priests, precious in the sight of God, and special unto the Lord, let us offer up spiritual sacrifices unto the Lord, that is the fruit of our lips giving thanks unto him.

I Hate The Work Of Them That Turn Aside!

Psalm 101:3 says, "I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside, it shall not cleave to me." Perhaps the process of turning aside from the Lord involves just what we allow in front of our eyes. No doubt there will be many movies at the theater and shows on TV, that God's children have no business watching. May God help us all to not violate our consciences by looking at evil things. Let's join David in proclaiming, "I hate the work of them that turn aside."

Touching up X-rays

Some folks live their lives like the following story by Henry Youngman which goes like this, "I have a very fine doctor. If you can't afford the operation, he touches up the X-rays." Ignoring problems won't make them go away. We must deal with problems with an open and honest heart and mind. God gives us creative ways to bring resolution to difficult situations, but they will always be an honest approach and bring positive results. Are we touching up X-rays or are we standing up as God's mature children and facing the facts, and responding accordingly?

Giving!

It will be good for us to remember the spirit of the following story as we approach the Christmas season.
The African boy listened carefully as the teacher explained why it is that Christians give presents to each other on Christmas Day. "The gift is an expression of our joy over the birth of Jesus and our friendship for each other," she said. When Christmas Day came, the boy brought the teacher a sea shell of lustrous beauty. "Where did you find such a beautiful shell?" the teacher asked. The youth told her that there is only one spot where such extraordinary shells could be found -- a certain bay several miles away. "Why . . . why, it's gorgeous,"said the teacher. "But you shouldn't have gone all that way to get a gift for me." His eyes brightening, the boy answered. "Long walk part of the gift."

Enough!

In Proverbs 30:15b-16 it says, "There are three things that are never satisfied, yea four things say not, It is enough: The grave, and the barren womb; the earth that is not filled with water; and the fire that saith not, It is enough." Let me ask a question, are we as God's people a satisfied people that say it is enough? In I Timothy 6:8 (Amplified Version) we see, "But if we have food and clothing, with these we shall be content (satisfied)." Do those who don't know Christ as Savior and Lord ever feel content with anything? I doubt seriously that they do. The heart is empty until Jesus comes into our lives and gives us a new heart, one that cries Abba Father. In I Timothy 6:6 it says, "But godliness with contentment is great gain." Many believe that gain is godliness. What does our life say to others in this regard?