As human beings, especially adults, we should all know what is right and wrong. You know that if you are doing something that doesn't feel right or you are watching or listening to something that just doesn't sound right, than you should probably not be doing it, watching it or listening to it.
As children of God, the deceiver comes to steal, kill and destroy. Satan is quite capable of making us think that we are doing right. There are many things on television, radio, and the Internet these days that we should stay away from. False prophets and false teachings are every where and disguised so that we easily follow.
You should not take a single scripture out of context and base something on that. You need to read what is before it, after it and probably the whole chapter to get the full and true meaning of a biblical passage.
The Word of Faith movement is huge and I've just started learning what they believe and how they believe and the few things that I have read really scare me. Tonight at church we are starting a video presentation called, A call to discernment. It is presented by Justin Peters, through his ministry. www.justinpeters.org
I know that there are a lot of people who like many of the pastors, preachers and evangelist involved in the word of faith movement. Some of them are big names and have huge churches and followings. If you are involved, I urge you to look them up, read what they believe and compare it to what the bible really says.
Be filled with God today! Have a Blessed Day!
Love, L
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
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
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
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Where do I go?
My thoughts are clouded today. I know that is the work of the devil trying to get me to worry, have fear and being anxious over things I have no control over.
I get a devotional everyday except Sunday from Truthforlife.org. It is done by Pastor Alaister Beggs, who is a Baptist pastor in Ohio and he is on the radio and I love him. He speaks the truth about the bible. He doesn't just tell you what you want to hear. He is not a "feel good" pastor. There are a lot of those types of pastors and evangelist out in the world.
As a christian I have my own beliefs and it is based off the doctrine in God's Word. I believe everything in the bible, not just pieces and I try never to take anything out of context. When I have a question that I can't find the answer to, I pray and seek counsel from God, and I talk to my pastor.
I know that there are people in the world that use the bible to justify things that aren't good to make them feel at peace. I've made a lot of mistakes over the years. God has forgiven me for those mistakes and sins, and I am learning to forgive myself.
I usually move my daily devotional to a folder after I read it, however, right now in my inbox, I have many that I have read, but feel lead to leave them where they are currently. I keep reading the titles over and over.
Here is the first one:
Find Your Life in Christ - I received this one on 12/27/10
Follow Boldly - I received on 12/28/10
Till Now - on 12/29/10
Anticipate the End - 12/30/10
Let the Thirsty Come - 12/31/-10
The Property of Every Believer - 1/3/11
Grow in Grace & Knowledge - 1/4/11
Reflecting on Light - 1/5/11
Say Goodbye to Anxiety - 1/6/11
As I look at each one of these titles, it brings a different thought but they read like a complete sentence or a list of instructions. Can I do these? Can I trust? Is my faith strong enough? Do I truly believe the word of God? I can answer yes to two out of the four. Is that bad? No, its just that I'm still trying to understand and learn as much as possible.
Someone once told me that the only thing we need to believe from the bible is that Christ was born, died and rose again, and that everything else is left up to interpretation. I don't think I believe that. Someone also told me not to label myself as a particular religion. Well I can't do that, because I follow the Baptist because the doctrine is closer to the true doctrine of the true church.
My pastor and his wife gave me a devotional journal for Christmas. It is wonderful and I have started writing in it and reading the bible passages. However, I've only read the first one. I'm not sure I'm mature enough in my Christian walk with God to understand. So today I'm seeking help from the Great Teacher. I am going to devote time everyday to read the devotional passage, make my notes and not move on until I fully understand what it is telling me.
"God hear my plea. Help me to grow closer to you, understand your word and live my life for you. Father, grant me the wisdom and knowledge to help others to know you and to let your light shine through my life. Father you know my heart, without me having to speak the words. You know my love for you. Father heal my heart, open my eyes and my heart to learn all I can of you. In Jesus precious name. Amen."
Have a God Filled and Blessed Day!
Love, L
I get a devotional everyday except Sunday from Truthforlife.org. It is done by Pastor Alaister Beggs, who is a Baptist pastor in Ohio and he is on the radio and I love him. He speaks the truth about the bible. He doesn't just tell you what you want to hear. He is not a "feel good" pastor. There are a lot of those types of pastors and evangelist out in the world.
As a christian I have my own beliefs and it is based off the doctrine in God's Word. I believe everything in the bible, not just pieces and I try never to take anything out of context. When I have a question that I can't find the answer to, I pray and seek counsel from God, and I talk to my pastor.
I know that there are people in the world that use the bible to justify things that aren't good to make them feel at peace. I've made a lot of mistakes over the years. God has forgiven me for those mistakes and sins, and I am learning to forgive myself.
I usually move my daily devotional to a folder after I read it, however, right now in my inbox, I have many that I have read, but feel lead to leave them where they are currently. I keep reading the titles over and over.
Here is the first one:
Find Your Life in Christ - I received this one on 12/27/10
Follow Boldly - I received on 12/28/10
Till Now - on 12/29/10
Anticipate the End - 12/30/10
Let the Thirsty Come - 12/31/-10
The Property of Every Believer - 1/3/11
Grow in Grace & Knowledge - 1/4/11
Reflecting on Light - 1/5/11
Say Goodbye to Anxiety - 1/6/11
As I look at each one of these titles, it brings a different thought but they read like a complete sentence or a list of instructions. Can I do these? Can I trust? Is my faith strong enough? Do I truly believe the word of God? I can answer yes to two out of the four. Is that bad? No, its just that I'm still trying to understand and learn as much as possible.
Someone once told me that the only thing we need to believe from the bible is that Christ was born, died and rose again, and that everything else is left up to interpretation. I don't think I believe that. Someone also told me not to label myself as a particular religion. Well I can't do that, because I follow the Baptist because the doctrine is closer to the true doctrine of the true church.
My pastor and his wife gave me a devotional journal for Christmas. It is wonderful and I have started writing in it and reading the bible passages. However, I've only read the first one. I'm not sure I'm mature enough in my Christian walk with God to understand. So today I'm seeking help from the Great Teacher. I am going to devote time everyday to read the devotional passage, make my notes and not move on until I fully understand what it is telling me.
"God hear my plea. Help me to grow closer to you, understand your word and live my life for you. Father, grant me the wisdom and knowledge to help others to know you and to let your light shine through my life. Father you know my heart, without me having to speak the words. You know my love for you. Father heal my heart, open my eyes and my heart to learn all I can of you. In Jesus precious name. Amen."
Have a God Filled and Blessed Day!
Love, L
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