Quality Makes the Difference
Beloved, let us love one another, for love is (springs) from God; and he who loves (his fellowmen) is begotten (born) of God and is coming (progressively) to know and understand God (to perceive and recognize and get a better and clearer knowledge of Him). 1 John 4:7
Sometimes we think that the busier we are, the more we are doing in the kingdom of God. But it is not how much we do, it is the quality of what we do that makes the difference. Most people will admit that they need to spend more of their time developing good relationships.
You can't be a good friend to somebody if you never put any time into your relationship. Ask God to bring someone to mind that He would like for you to bless today. Then follow through and let that person know that God brought them to your heart.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Monday, December 21, 2009
Day 21, December
Take a Break
Return to your rest, O my sould, for the Lord has dealt bountifully with you. Psalm 116:7
We all need a break in the action from time to time. Resting isn't just a good idea -- it is a command of God: "Six days you shall do your work, but the seventh day you shall rest and keep Sabbath, that your ox and your donkey may rest, and the son of your bondwoman, and the alien, may be refreshed" (Exodus 23:12). The Lord added that "even in plowing time and in harvest you shall rest (on the Sabbath)" (Exodus 34:21)
That means that for one day a week we are to withdraw from common labor and to rest. Don't work that day, even in the busy seasons. Dedicate that day to spending time with God, worshiping Him. Start your week off right by getting back to what is really important --- honoring God.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Return to your rest, O my sould, for the Lord has dealt bountifully with you. Psalm 116:7
We all need a break in the action from time to time. Resting isn't just a good idea -- it is a command of God: "Six days you shall do your work, but the seventh day you shall rest and keep Sabbath, that your ox and your donkey may rest, and the son of your bondwoman, and the alien, may be refreshed" (Exodus 23:12). The Lord added that "even in plowing time and in harvest you shall rest (on the Sabbath)" (Exodus 34:21)
That means that for one day a week we are to withdraw from common labor and to rest. Don't work that day, even in the busy seasons. Dedicate that day to spending time with God, worshiping Him. Start your week off right by getting back to what is really important --- honoring God.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Sunday, December 20, 2009
The Peace of the Puzzle
Rev Ricky Ho
20 December 2009
John 14:27 "Peace us what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid.
*The world offers a christmas that is manufactured and designed according to its values and not the values of our bible.
*What then does Christmas mean to us?
*The presents are not important , its the message
*Have a room for the Prince of Peace
*Empty our hearts so Christ can come in
John 14:26 The Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and make you remember all that I have told you.
*We need to focus on the Prince of Peace, then nothing can let us fall.
*We were separated from God by sin
*We would need a truly holy sacrifice that was free of any and all sin
*Jesus was and is that all powerful holy sacrifice
*He alone would restore the peace that was missing in our relationship with our heavenly father
*For that reason Jesus is called the Prince of Peace
*Jesus gives peace freely and entirely
*Do you get troubled at Christmas time?
*Do you get afraid?
Christmas reminds us that when Jesus was about to arrive as a baby, there was no place for him for there was no room in the inn.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
20 December 2009
John 14:27 "Peace us what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid.
*The world offers a christmas that is manufactured and designed according to its values and not the values of our bible.
*What then does Christmas mean to us?
*The presents are not important , its the message
*Have a room for the Prince of Peace
*Empty our hearts so Christ can come in
John 14:26 The Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and make you remember all that I have told you.
*We need to focus on the Prince of Peace, then nothing can let us fall.
*We were separated from God by sin
*We would need a truly holy sacrifice that was free of any and all sin
*Jesus was and is that all powerful holy sacrifice
*He alone would restore the peace that was missing in our relationship with our heavenly father
*For that reason Jesus is called the Prince of Peace
*Jesus gives peace freely and entirely
*Do you get troubled at Christmas time?
*Do you get afraid?
Christmas reminds us that when Jesus was about to arrive as a baby, there was no place for him for there was no room in the inn.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Day 19 & 20, December
Rest Awhile
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavyladen and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest. (I will ease and relieve nd refresh your souls.) Matthew 11:28
Getting stress out of your life takes more than prayer alone. You must take action to make changes and stop doing whatever is causing the stress. You can learn to calm down in the way you handle things.
Jesus invited us to come to Him if we are overburdened. He promised to refresh us if we are weary, worn out, or overworked. Take time to go to Jesus anytime you feel that you are going over the edge of peace and into the pit of stress. Let His presence refill and refresh you.
Come Apart to Stay Together
And the effect of righteousness will be peace (internal and external), and the result of righteousness will be quietness and confident trust forever. Isaiah 32:17
If you are feeling compelled to do so much that you are physically worn out, you may be driven instead of led. Remember, you have to come apart from a busy routine before you come apart yourself. You have to get away from everything before you come apart physically, mentally, and emotionally. Give yourself time to get a good night's sleep.
It is tempting to do everything that everybody else is doing, be involved in everything, know everything, hear everything, and be everywhere, but it isn't God's best for you. Be willing to separate yourself from compulsive activity before you come apart at the seams! Spend time with God, and ask Him to give order to your day.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavyladen and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest. (I will ease and relieve nd refresh your souls.) Matthew 11:28
Getting stress out of your life takes more than prayer alone. You must take action to make changes and stop doing whatever is causing the stress. You can learn to calm down in the way you handle things.
Jesus invited us to come to Him if we are overburdened. He promised to refresh us if we are weary, worn out, or overworked. Take time to go to Jesus anytime you feel that you are going over the edge of peace and into the pit of stress. Let His presence refill and refresh you.
Come Apart to Stay Together
And the effect of righteousness will be peace (internal and external), and the result of righteousness will be quietness and confident trust forever. Isaiah 32:17
If you are feeling compelled to do so much that you are physically worn out, you may be driven instead of led. Remember, you have to come apart from a busy routine before you come apart yourself. You have to get away from everything before you come apart physically, mentally, and emotionally. Give yourself time to get a good night's sleep.
It is tempting to do everything that everybody else is doing, be involved in everything, know everything, hear everything, and be everywhere, but it isn't God's best for you. Be willing to separate yourself from compulsive activity before you come apart at the seams! Spend time with God, and ask Him to give order to your day.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Friday, December 18, 2009
Day 18, December
Change, Don't Complain
All things are legitimate (permissible - and we are free to do anything we please), but not all things are helpful (expedient, profitable, and wholesome). All things are legitimate, but not all things are constructive (to character) and edifying (to spritual life). 1 Corinthians 10:23
People complain about stress, but some people would rather complain than change. It is easy to be frightened at the thought of jumping off life's high-speed treadmill, especially if you aren't sure what to give up in order to show down your life.
God wants you to enjoy a beautiful life with simplicity, sanity, and clear direction. That only comes by spending time with Him, and listening for His response. If you are too busy to get alone with Him each day, then set some boundaries in your life. Say no to whatever is keeping you from starting your day with God.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
All things are legitimate (permissible - and we are free to do anything we please), but not all things are helpful (expedient, profitable, and wholesome). All things are legitimate, but not all things are constructive (to character) and edifying (to spritual life). 1 Corinthians 10:23
People complain about stress, but some people would rather complain than change. It is easy to be frightened at the thought of jumping off life's high-speed treadmill, especially if you aren't sure what to give up in order to show down your life.
God wants you to enjoy a beautiful life with simplicity, sanity, and clear direction. That only comes by spending time with Him, and listening for His response. If you are too busy to get alone with Him each day, then set some boundaries in your life. Say no to whatever is keeping you from starting your day with God.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Day 17, December
Be Led by the Holy Spirit
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Romans 8:14
We live in a society in which people are driven to engage in many activities. We can get almost too tired to move from doing so much in a day, but busyness is not the kind of life to which God has called us.
God will not drive us to do things; He will lead us by putting in our heart what we are supposed to do. If you follow the Holy Spirit, you may have to say no to some activities that you are saying yes to right now. If what you are doing leaves you drained and worn out, you may not have God's anointing to do it. When He leads you to do something, He will also energize you to fulfill your true call.
Prune your life of things that drain you, and trust God to lead you to the works that keep you growing and healthy.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Romans 8:14
We live in a society in which people are driven to engage in many activities. We can get almost too tired to move from doing so much in a day, but busyness is not the kind of life to which God has called us.
God will not drive us to do things; He will lead us by putting in our heart what we are supposed to do. If you follow the Holy Spirit, you may have to say no to some activities that you are saying yes to right now. If what you are doing leaves you drained and worn out, you may not have God's anointing to do it. When He leads you to do something, He will also energize you to fulfill your true call.
Prune your life of things that drain you, and trust God to lead you to the works that keep you growing and healthy.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Day 16, December
Don't Get Burned Out
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind (having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude). Ephesians 4:23
Expect God to show you something new today. Some people resist change, but God created us to need variety in our life. If we do the same thing over and over, we get burned out on it. God will keep our lives exciting if we seek Him every day.
Look for new ways of doing things. If you have been working on the same job for thirty years, driving to it the same way, at least find a new route you can take once in a while to get there. Do something to invite newness into your life so you can discover God's many ways of revealing Himself to you.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind (having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude). Ephesians 4:23
Expect God to show you something new today. Some people resist change, but God created us to need variety in our life. If we do the same thing over and over, we get burned out on it. God will keep our lives exciting if we seek Him every day.
Look for new ways of doing things. If you have been working on the same job for thirty years, driving to it the same way, at least find a new route you can take once in a while to get there. Do something to invite newness into your life so you can discover God's many ways of revealing Himself to you.
**Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path**
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