As a Christian I try

As Christians we all stumble at times.  I never purposely hurt some one, say anything bad, or and this is the hardest, think bad thoughts about something someone did, or just about a person.  I hope that makes sense. 

I don't do drugs.  I don't drink and haven't since 12/31/2009.  I try to always be courteous, and not sarcastic, and to mind my manners and say things like yes sir, no sir,  thank you, your welcome, and please. I know we all have bad moments and a slip of the tongue.  However, I find it very offensive to get on Facebook and read postings of people who use curse words trying to drive home a point.  Some one told me that people who curse don't have a very big vocabulary. 

Something else I find offensive is people who claim to be Christians, but go out and get drunk, smoke, do drugs, and curse and post all their activities on Facebook and brag that they out drank everyone at the party or at a club or whatever. 

I will be the first to admit that at one point in my life I did drink and get drunk, and do drugs.  I had a child out of wedlock. I lived with my husband before we were married.  So I am no stranger to those things.  However, it was not right then and it is not right now, Christian or not.  I rededicated my life to Christ.  He has forgiven me all my transgressions. 

If you are truly a Christian, believe in God, attend church, then maybe you need to examine your life.  If you are doing anything that is not the will of God, then you need to stop, and ask God to forgive you and make it right with Him.  You can't be a Christian, and go into the beer store or liquor store and buy from them and give your testimony.  You have lost all credibility.  Think about it. 

I try to spend time in the Word everyday.  I pray everyday.  Some days more than others.  We attend church, and we try to live a life  that shows others how Christians live and act.  If you see your brother and or sister in Christ doing something they shouldn't do, then you need to approach them about it.  I would expect one of my sisters or brothers in Christ to approach me if they see me doing something they feel is not Christian.  We should all expect that, but we don't because we don't want to upset family and friends, we just ignore it.  That is not right and we should all take a better stand. There has only been one perfect person to walk this earth.  He currently sits at the right hand of God.  One day I will kneel before Him and I want Him to say to me, "Well done." 

This may sound very judgemental or critical, and may not be politically correct, but it is something I feel needs to be said.  If I have offended you, hurt your feelings or stepped on your toes, maybe you need to look at yourself, and see if there are areas that you can improve.  I know I can.  Have a God Filled day, every day.  Love, L

Can You Hear?

Its that time of year where you see Christmas lights, Stores decorated for Christmas and you hear Christmas music every where you go.  One of my favorite Christmas songs is "Can You see what I see?"  That must have been a very magical or guess a supernatural thing they night the Star appeared.  The time when Christ's birth was announced and the star directed the wise men and shepherds to Him. 

We don't have a star directing us to Him now.  We have His written word. 

Although none us probably read it, take it in, or devour it like we should, it is there to give us and remind us of His promises.  We can read His word and every place there is a promise, it is not just for Israel, it is for every child of God and for those looking for Jesus. 

There are many times when I stand in worship service and cry during the invitation.  I know that it is God tugging at my heart, convicting me, and calling me to do more.  What more?  I'm not sure, but I know that as long as I keep praying and asking God for His direction, give Him control of my life, that He will continue to provide everything I need.  My faith is tenfold more than it use to be.  My trust is tenfold more than it ever was. 

God does not let people down.  He does not forsake us, and He never leaves us.  We are the ones that turn our backs and walk away.  Why?  Because of something we don't understand.  As a child of God, I am trying to live my life for God, to spread His word, and to show others just who Jesus is, the one true living God.  There is no other!  All the other religions worship gods that are dead.  My God, My Jesus sits on the right hand of the Father. 

Do you know Jesus?  Would you like to know someone who loves you unconditionally, no matter what you have done?  You can.  It is for everyone, not just the chosen people. 

May God Bless You as you read this blog today!  May You have a God Filled Day!  And if you don't know Jesus, I pray that He will send someone to you, to show you how to meet Him.  Your life will be forever changed. 

Love, L