Let's keep the words from our mouth clean and worthy of God's praise.

A SOLID MAN/WOMAN

Half-dressed

You just never know

Some ‘do nots’ to take heed to.

“Do not spread false reports... Do not follow the crowd in doing wrong...do not show favoritism... do not deny justice to the poor... do not accept a bribe...”

Exodus 23:1-8

These ‘do nots’ will not only keep you out of trouble, they will keep you from the likes of Satan.

The enslavement of falsehood

“… for a man is a slave to whatever masters him.”

2 Peter 2:19

Mastered by the false enticements of sin will eventually lead straight into the arms of Satan… forever locked inside the gates of Hell.

The fullness of Christ within

“For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and you have been given fullness in Christ who is the head over every power and authority.”

-         Colossians 2:9

-         

Hence, with Christ living in you, you have the power and authority to conquer, defeat, trample and obliterate all falsity from the devil and from the world.

Image graciously copied from https://www.google.com/search?q=the+power+to+conquer+the+devil+with+christ&rls=com.microsoft:en-US:IE-Address&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwizhOLiwN3YAhXkdN8KHf7-C5gQ_AUICigB&biw=1920&bih=911#imgrc=GM3W79DidYdqRM:&spf=1516140846916

The person who believes

"Habakkuk had it right: "The person who believes God, is set right by God - and that's the real life." "

-Galatians 3:11-12 MSG

Simple: Believing in God equals a real and meaningful life; believing in anyone or anything else equals a false and meaningless life.

Friends, God gives us the choice of which way we choose to go in life - Him or the world - so whichever way we choose will be where our fate takes us.  

Please choose God, He definitely has a fate that is worth living for.

Your most important characteristics.

“… Because you have spoken empty, false, and delusive words… I am against you, says the Lord God… So I will break down the wall you have daubed with whitewash… so that your foundation will be exposed…” 

-Ezekiel 13: 8, 14

As a child of God, you are called to be truthful, honest, full of integrity and trust.  Sadly, though, many of us who call ourselves Christians aren’t walking with those qualities as foundations to live by.  We’ve let those qualities fall by the wayside. So, if you happen to be one who has let yourself fall back into the world's way of living, and we all fall short at times, then it is time to do some serious inner house cleaning.  

 Therefore, hold yourself accountable and if changes need to be made, then NOW is the time to make them. Yes, get your inner house cleaned from the filth so that the glory of God can refill you with his light; a fresh new start - a fresh new you!

Be on guard!

"Be on guard against men [whose way or nature is to act in opposition to God]..." Matthew 10:17 AMP

Notice those whom you associate often with. What are their words and actions like?  Do they speak words of life to those around them (loving, gentle, patient, kind, helpful, positive, etc.), or do they speak words of death (negative, critical, harsh, offensive, repulsive, rude, etc)?  If you are around someone long enough, you should be able to pick up on signs. As well, God will give you warning signs of those whom you should keep your [heart and soul] distance if you ask Him. However, as a child of God and one called to be a light in a dark world, be careful not to alienate anyone because you think they are evil. Instead, make a point to speak words of life around them, and pray that they, too, will follow suit, and begin to hold themselves accountable for words and actions they shouldn't say or do.  BE a living example for them.  

My friend, you and I are called to make a difference in this world.  Even if it is to help only one person come to Christ in our entire lifetime, then that is what we should do.  Constantly ask yourself what your actions and words are like to those around you.  If they are anything less than God-approved, repent and change them.  This world needs us! God needs us to help change this world.  He wants every single person to end up in Heaven, and it is our duty to help make that happen.  So, keep your heart guarded at all times, but, always be forgiving and merciful.  Make a commitment to be a life changer for God!  Not only will you change the lives of others, you will notice blessed changes in your life - one right after the other, thanks be to our God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Misconception and fallacy

“Beware of false prophets… you will fully recognize them by their fruits…” Matthew 8:15-16 AMP

Avoid being hasty, and do your research before you make decisions to trust someone who is offering you, so-called, opportunities of a lifetime.  Unfortunately, in today’s world there is a lot of purposeful misconceptions and fallacies taking place, so we must always be cautious before jumping into any life changing opportunity.  Our first steps should be to: take some deep breaths, ask God for direction, pray with all faith, do research, and then wait on God’s guidance.  If it is truly for you, then God will make sure it happens, and if not, He’ll make sure you pass it up.  

So remember to wait on Him, and let Him take control of your decision making. I guarantee that if you do, the opportunity of a lifetime will be one that leaves you filled with amazement, standing in awe at the miracle workings of the Lord our God. 

 

Dwelling in security

“… and they of Jerusalem shall yet again dwell and sit securely in their own place… I will remove from the land the [false] prophets and the unclean spirit…” Zechariah 12:6; 13:2

Thanks be to Jesus, this verse reflects directly to you just the same as it did to Jerusalem in the Old Testament.  Although your life may be in turmoil, don’t give up, victory is coming, and the leader of the pack is God Almighty.  Yes, as a child of the Most High, you can relax in the midst of any turmoil, and know that God is working; He’s removing the enemy before you and ridding all the daunting spirits around you.  The more patient you are, the more secure God can make your life – thus, don’t rush Him.

So, hold on, let Him fight the battles before you! Before you know it, peace and security will illuminate and surround you like wildfire; and that is when you will know, that you know, that you know, it has to be God!!

 

What does God hate?

"And let none of you think or imagine or devise evil or injury in your hearts against his neighbor, and love no false oaths, for all things I hate, says the Lord." Zechariah 8:17 AMP

It is written, it is true, and it is plain as day: God hates evil, lying, and  devised schemes of hurt and pain. Therefore, we are to pray for those around us, lend a helping hand, encourage one another, promote peace and love, do good - be a sample of Christ!  

Now, I know It can be really tough to not want something, or do something, to someone you know is hurting another, (or hurting you), however, it is not up to us to take the revenge - that is between them and God.  So, kick the dust off of your heals with the liars, cheaters, haters, problem causers, and let God do the rest.  His way will drop them to their knees a lot faster then what we could ever do anyway.  Make it a priority not to become part of what God dislikes - you will be abundantly blessed for it.

So, starting today, encourage someone, help someone, pray for someone, do something good for someone, or stand up for someone who cannot stand up for themselves.  Be God's mighty child and show the world around you what a Christian is all about! Yes, it should be our honor to help others! As well, it is a demand and calling spoken by God Almighty himself. 

Pride and false, futile glory

“… The Lord, the God of hosts, says: I abhor, reject, and despise the pride and false, futile glory… “ Amos 6:8 AMP

God despises pride and selfish proclaimed glory!  If you are a child of God and you live and breathe for Him, then there is no need to brag of yourself; your life already shines with His glory!  Therefore, if you find yourself constantly patting your own back, bragging on your personal accomplishments, then zip it, and ask yourself if you are haughty and prideful. If you find you are, repent of it, have the determination to change, and ask God for His mighty help – He’ll come running to your aid.

As a child of God there is no need to brag about ourselves, He shines ever so brightly through us, and His light needs no bragging.  Nonetheless, we sometimes get so caught up into our own-selves that it blocks His light from shining through. So, just remember to keep God first and foremost! Give Him all the glory, and the shining light He brings into your life will speak immensely into the hearts and minds of others – no words necessary.

 

Lying words

“Do not listen to and believe the words of the [false] prophets… for it is a lie that they prophesy to you.” Jeremiah 27:14

Do not believe what everyone tells you, especially when lies and condemnation are being spoken over you.  When someone prophesies, (forewarns, advises, directs you, etc.), and it doesn’t feel right in your soul, then do not hesitate on digging into the Word of God and finding out if His Truth matches the prophesy spoken over you; if their words don’t match up to God’s, then disregard whatever they declared and begin to speak the Word out loud until their voice is silenced within you.

Friends, do not waste your time on rubbish, no-good, talk that does nothing for you but put you in a mental tailspin.  God’s Word is the one and only truth that you can rely on. So, read it, learn it, speak it, declare it, and make it a must on a daily basis; because then, and only then, can you stand confident in who you are and Whose you are, knowing that you have the power to trample any serpent that tries to get in your way.

 

The truth and the truth only

“A false witness shall not be unpunished and he who breathes out lies shall not escape… [he] shall perish.” Proverbs 19:5,9

Lying is a major sin to God, and He will not overlook it.  He put it as one of His Ten Commandments, and that is proof - lying is disastrous; there will be consequences, and they won’t be pleasant to our flesh.

We all really need to focus on the truth.  We also need to be ready to stand up to others when they are in the midst of a lie, because overlooking a sin is not acceptable, and consequences will be faced for those that do it.  Therefore, truth and truth only.  No more lies! No more fibs, no more pretending!  We have to abide by God’s Word – it is the only way if we want victory in our lives, and in the lives of those we love.