Success

It is the beginning of the week and here is a thought to ponder. Success is never a barometer for character, it is what you do in your private times that is. So today order your private world and make sure both are under God's control. Be the same person in public as you are in private.

Rest for the Weary – Matt 22:35-30 – Dec 16, 2012

   Jesus was still on His northern evangelistic tour.  He had just finished talking about Bethsaida, Korazin and Capernaum.  Now he gives six very important truths including a wonderful invitation.

1. Jesus would pray here and reveal His ministry a mission of mercy.  Grace and mercy are in the very character and nature of God. 
2. It was the Father’s pleasure to do this.  Jesus is thankful that all things that the Father has, has been committed to Him.
3. Jesus praised the Father for He had hidden things from the wise and learned of the world and was now revealing these hidden things to people of child like faith.
4. No one knows the Father except the Son and vice versa.  The Son has the right to reveal to the people what He wishes them to know about the Father.
5. Jesus wants the weary and burdened to come to Him and get rest.
6. Jesus wants them to learn that He is gentle and humble in heart and that in Him they will find rest for their souls.  His yoke is easy and His burden is light.  What Jesus is saying that if you are carrying a heavy burden, it is not God who gave it to you.

The Lord’s heart is broken

The Lord’s heart is broken –Eighty One

     The Lord’s heart is broken over what He sees going on in the world today but what is even more breaking His heart is the lack of concern by His people.  We are not concerned about the broken and hopeless lives around us.  Right now in Canada some 3500 people will end their lives through suicide.  Many will even request to die because they see no hope.  Every death is a win for the enemy.  In Alberta alone there will be close to 700.  My people stand idly by well that happens. 

     Violence is prevalent in the land and my people because of media think nothing of it.  Domestic violence is up, exploitation of children is rampant and the people of God continue on as if nothing is happening.  Families are falling apart and divorce now stands at 58% and the problem is that in the church it is not far behind the national average.  The Lord is no longer honor in most homes and even amongst God people prayer, the study of the word and church attendance is down.  Shame my people shame. 

     The love of money and greed is rampant.  People are chasing the almighty dollars and in turn losing their souls.  Billions every year are being spent in the pursuit of lottery and gambling.  Slowly society is being corrupted by the love of things and possessions.  Today people are chasing fame, popularity and pleasure and at the same time losing their dignity, character and morality.  Yet my people stand by as it happens. 

     Pornography and sin abound in every aspect of life.  The child will see at least one sex act before they are 14 because of the internet or exposure of media.  Men and women are gripped by lust 80% of men and 65% of women struggle daily with lust and pornography.  Meanwhile my people sit and do nothing.

     The Lord Jesus Christ has become nothing but a swear word an I don’t care word.  Yet it is His name by which all people can be saved.  What is really sad is that 95% of His people have never even told someone once about Jesus Christ.

      It is time for the people of God to humble themselves, pray, seek His face and turn from our wicked ways.  The promise is that He will hear from heaven, forgive our sins and heal our land.  The heart of the Lord does not have to keep breaking.  We must take out place and do His will and then we will see revival in our land.

Appoint your love

June 2 –

Appoint your love – Psalm 61:7

     David had a wish for his life and this should be yours as a follower of the Lord.  First, that he be enthroned in God’s presence.  Another writer said that in the presence of the Lord there is fullness of joy.  Moses wanted the presence of the Lord so much that he would not make a move without it.  In the presence of the Lord there is healing, mercy, grace, love and victory.

     Then David asks the Lord to appoint his love and faithfulness to protect him.  The love of God covers a multitude of sins.  God promises to be faithful in all our ways.  Love and faithfulness can be your protection today.  A young person one time went on a mission trip and was asked what His goal for the trip was.  He responded by saying they wanted to show the love and faithfulness of God to others.  Is that your goal today?  The presence of God, His love and faithfulness should be your goal today to show to those in your world.

Proverb of Steel

When the zeal of God is motivating someone.  I have one piece of advice, get out of the way or move with them.

Verse Today

Psalm 68:19 King James Version (KJV)

19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah.

world Changer

It is the weekend and here is your thought.  When the zeal of God is motivating someone.  I have one piece of advice, get out of the way or move with them.  Be the world changer in your world.  So what God is doing and be his instrument of change.