Succeed, grow, and prosper

Not one promise from God fails

“So the Lord gave Israel all the land he had sworn to give their forefathers and they took possession of it and settled there.  The Lord gave them rest on every side, just as he had sworn to their forefathers.  Not one of their enemies withstood them; the Lord handed all their enemies over to them.  Not one of all the Lord’s good promises to the house of Israel failed; every one was fulfilled.”

Joshua 21:43-45

Not one - no, not one - of God’s promises fails.  He is the same now as he was for Israelites, and his promises hold true for each and every one of us.  Therefore, don’t give up, don’t look back, fill up in faith, stay focused on The Light, and know that God has miraculous wonders and miracles stored up for you each and every day.

The WAY

“Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient path, the path where the good way is and walk in it; And you will find rest for your souls.”

Jeremiah 6:16

The good way: God’s way!

Find it!

How?

Ask him! And when he answers, listen to, and follow, what he tells you!

None of what you've done is wasted

"Yes," says the Spirit, "and blessed rest from their hard, hard work.  None of what they've done is wasted; God blesses them for it all in the end."  

-Revelation 14:13 MSG

Whether you can see it or not, when you work hard, do the right thing, live with a right heart, and keerp striving forward for Christ, nothing - and I mean NOTHING - will be wasted.  Soon, the fruit of your hard work and dedication will shine through.  Hang in there - it will happen sooner than you think, better than you can imagine, and hand-blessed by God himself.

Need a break?

"... But God is a safe hiding place,

a granite safe house for the children of Israel..." Joel 15-17 MSG

Need to get out, hide, run, scream... need a break? Well, run!  Run as fast as you can into the arms of God.  Hide out in him.  Let him take over.  You just breath, unwind, relax, rest, recover, and let go.  

Now, let God take over.  No more need for you to worry.  God is in complete control - you have nothing, or no one, to fear.

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"God, the Master says: From now on, I myself am the shepherd... I'll rescue them... I'll bring them back... I'll feed them... I'll lead them into lush pasture... I myself will make sure they get plenty of rest... I'll doctor the injured, I'll build upon the weak ones and oversee the strong ones so they're not exploited... I'll come in and save my dear flock... I'll send down plenty of rain in season - showers of blessing!..." Jeremiah 34:11-16, 25-27 MSG

God loves you so much!  No matter whether you're lost, alone, afraid, or, living a very blessed and grace-filled life, God has you in the palm if his hand.  Therefore, for those that haven't yet, surrender to him and let him change your lives; to those that have, stay surrendered to him so that your lives are more blessed every new day!!

We are his children ~ He is our God!!

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The benefits of giving one's life to Christ

Blessedness, rest, justice, protection, righteousness, and assurance… Just some of the amazing benefits God gives those that give their lives to him.

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Our God will fight our battles

"... our God will fight for us." 

Nehemiah 4:19-20, +MSG

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Let's get America back

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Rest and revival

“… Then they rested and were revived.” 2 Samuel 16:14 MSG

Rest brings revival for the mind, body, and soul.  So, if life has you worn out, frustrated, not feeling well, or just dog-tired, then rest is a must… your quality of life depends on it.

 

And God gave them rest...

"... And God gave them rest on all sides... Not a single one of their enemies was able to stand up to them... Not one word failed from all the good words God spoke... Everything came out right."  Joshua 21:43-45, The MSG

Rest, victory, and assurance are what you can count on when you listen to, follow, and carry out the words and plans of God.  One would have to be out of their mind to follow anyone or anything else. 

Stop, look, listen, do!

“Thus says the Lord: Stand by the roads and look; and ask for the eternal paths, where the good, old way is; then walk in it, and you find rest for your souls… “ Jeramiah 6:16

When indecision, uncertainty, confusion, disarray, wrath, or darkness overwhelm your soul, then there are a few important steps to follow:

First, stop your mind, your actions, and your thoughts so you can stand strong knowing that God will come through for you regarding decisions that need to be made, answers that need to heard, and problems that need to be faced.

Second, begin to look for His signals, His hints, His signs – He will show you as long as you’re looking with eyes of faith.

Next, listen for His voice with all faith and lots of patience; He will answer you – He always does.

Finally, do what He tells you to do; kick the dust off your heels and walk the direction He tells you to go.  God always knows what He’s doing, so second-guessing Him isn’t an option.

Friends, take a break from the commotion, step back and let God take the wheel; not only will He turn you in the right direction, He will fill up your gas tank for the journey.

God is so good!

 

Sorrow, or joy and safety and life? You choose.

If sorrow is your choice, then heed this verse, Psalm 16: 4:

"Their sorrows shall be multiplied who choose another god..."

However if joy, safety, and life are your preferences, then continue reading Psalm 16 and heed these wonderful verses:

⁸ I have set the Lord continually before me; because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.

⁹ Therefore my heart is glad and my glory [my inner self] rejoices; my body too shall rest and confidently dwell in safety,...

¹¹ You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore. 

I pray that all of you choose the latter.  I know I do.