Sunday July 13, 2008 thought for the day-from jasper

"I LOVE YOU THIS MUCH!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-We can all decrease the suffering of the world by adding to its joy-
2-If you treat every situation as a life and death matter, you will die a lot-
3-Live for today-Hope for tomorrow-Learn from yesterday-
4-Great wealth does not assure peace and contentment, sharing it to meet needs is more
likely to bring these blessings-
5-You can't be the architect of anothers grief, you can only stand by those to catch some
of the falling pieces-

Strange thought-Don't let people drive you crazy when you know insanity is within walking
distance-

I've learned-people are more influenced by how much I care than by how much I know-

5 things I want to know-
1-Why is Ecclesiates a part of scripture since it sounds so negative?
2-Why is Song of Solomon a part of scripture since it sounds so sensual?
3-What does Isaiah mean-"Come let us reason together"?
4-What does Isaiah mean-"The government will be on his shoulder"?
5-What is the valley of vision in Isaiah 22?

Scripture for today-"My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long -Psalm 71:8

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday July 12, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL "PARROT FLOWER"
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Those who love deeply never grow old, they may die of old age but they die young-
2-If you want long friendships, develop a short memory-
3-Being old is when you reach that point in your life where the only thing you can exercise is
Caution-
4-For the Christian, death is the golden key that opens the palace of eternity-
5-Enjoy what is before it isn't-

Strange thought-if at first you do succeed try not to look astonished-

I've learned-if love is not learned in the home it is hard to learn it anywhere else-

5 things I want to know
1-What is wisdom and how do you know when you have it?
2-Are all the proverbs true for us today?
3-Can you be foolish and righteous at the same time?
4-Why do the proverbs seem to ramble from one thing to another?
5-Why do Christians desire wealth so much when so proverbs says how foolish it is?

Scripture for today-"Be humble and gentle, be patient with each other, making allowance for each other's faults because of your love -Ephesians 4:2

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday July 11, 2008 thought for the day

"THIS IS ONE BIG PIG!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Two things every mother needs-Velcro arms and teflon hearts-
2-If you want to be loved don't criticize those you want to love you-
3-Children are like sponges-they absorb all your strength and leave you limp, give them a squeeze and you get it all back-
4-The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so they can tell when they are in trouble-
5-It may be true that life begins at 40 but that's also when everything else begins to wear out, fall out or spread out-

Strange thought-the colder the x-ray table the more of your body is required to be on it-

I've learned-no one is so powerful or successful that they don't appreciate a sincere compliment-

5 things I want to know
1-Why was so much of the Bible written in confusing and unclear language?
2-Can a believing Christian ever have real doubts about his faith?
3-Does satan have the power to affect out health?
4-Is there a difference in God answering or God responding to our prayers?
5-What does it mean "the Lord, He is God"?

Scripture for today-"The eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are loyal toward Him" (II Chronicles 16:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday July 10, 2008 thought for the day

"FRIENDS"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects-
2-Life is a journey often having heavy baggage but laughter is the porter who helps carry it-
3-God's promises are like stars, the darker the night the brighter they shine-
4-Enjoy the little things in life for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things-
5-Hang in there for in 2 days tomorrow will be yesterday-

Strange thought-if you can't be kind, at least have the decency to be vague-

I've learned-when I am given the choice of 31 flavors of ice cream I still choose my favorite one-

5 things I want to know
1-Does the abundant life mean abundance of life's things?
2-Is there any indication that Jesus ever did carpenter work?
3-Does my eternity begin at birth or death?
4-Why did Job sit on an ash pile?
5-When the bible says "and the Lord God said to them", how did He speak so that man knew who he was?

Scripture for today-"God will supply all your needs according to His riches in Glory in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:19).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday July 9, 2008 thought for the day

"SPEEDY"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Christians-people who are betting their life that Jesus is who he said he was-
2-Knowledge helps you make a living-wisdom helps you make a life-
3-The bend in the road is not the end of the road unless you refuse to take the turn-
4-Conscience-what hurts when all your other parts feels so good-
5-When one door closes another always opens, but those long dark hallways in between are hard to walk-

Strange thought-He is a few peas short of a casserole!

I've learned-you can love someone but still not like them very much-

Scripture for today-Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? James 2:15-16 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday July 7, 2008 thought for the day

"A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN ENTRANCE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Love-the word used to describe the sexual excitement of the young, the contentment of the middle aged, and the dependence of the old-
2-You can't be lonely if you like the person you're alone with-
3-A hug is like a boomerang, you get it back right away-
4-We are not human beings having a spiritual experience, we are spiritual beings having a human experience-
5-The finish line is the beginning of a whole new race-

Strange thought-without the resistance of gravity, we could not walk-

I've learned-it is very satisfying to work hard at work that is worth doing-

5 things I want to know
1-What is God's purpose in Christians having wealth?
2-Should we give to get our needs met or give just because there is a need?
3-Is giving to get back a valid or erroneous concept?
4-Can you have a lot of wealth and not be blessed?
5-Was it Jesus's birth, death or resurrection that offers us salvation?

Scripture for today-When will you ever learn that “believing” is useless without doing what God wants you to? Faith that does not result in good deeds is not real faith. James 2:20 (LB)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday July 5, 2008 thought for the day-from jasper

"FREEDOM!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Forgiveness is a sign of strength not weakness-
2-To forgive is to change your future not your past-
3-Forgiveness saves the expense of anger, the costs of hatred and the waste of spirits-
4-You forgive to the degree you love-
5-True forgiveness is when you recall those who hurt you and feel the power to wish them will-

Strange thought-inflation is when you pay $15 for the $10 haircut you used to get for $5 when you had hair-

I've learned-an economist is a person who can be right just 10% of the time and still draw a paycheck-

5 things I want to know
1-Why is Jesus mother Mary not mentioned in the resurrection story?
2-Whatever happened to Mary after Pentecost?
3-Why is there no mention in scripture of Mary"s passing or where she was buried?
4-Are all sins self centeredness?
5-Does sin break fellowship or does it stop fruitfulness?

Scripture for today-When will you ever learn that “believing” is useless without doing what God wants you to? Faith that does not result in good deeds is not real faith. James 2:20 (LB)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-
jasper

Sunday July 6, 2008 thought for the day-from jasper

Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The loss of heaven is the greatest pain in hell-
2-If you are content to go to heaven alone, you will never make it-
3-The worst misery is to have been happy-
4-The best proof of love is trust-
5-Love is always bestowed as a gift-freely, willingly and without expectation-

Strange thought-the wonderful world of home appliances now makes it possible to cook indoors with charcoal and outdoors with gas-

I've learned-a new baby changes all your priorities-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the "light" we are to let shine?
2-Can a spirit filled believer be demon possessed?
3-What does it mean to "lay up treasures in heaven"?
4-Does reaping what you sow always mean "in kind"?
5-Can/does God bless a begrudging giver?

Scripture for today-When will you ever learn that “believing” is useless without doing what God wants you to? Faith that does not result in good deeds is not real faith. James 2:20 (LB)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday July 4, 2008 thought for the day

"HAVE A HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-In youth the days are short and the years long-in old age the years are short and the days are
long-
2-The consequences of anger are worse than the cause of it-
3-Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret-
4-For every minute you are angry you will give up 60 seconds of peace of mind-
5-Faith-taking the first step even when you don't see the top of the stairway-

Strange thought-when you become senile you won't know it-

I've learned-when most people aim for what they want out of life, they aim too low-

5 things I want to know
1-Why is Jesus childhood not mentioned in scripture?
2-Why was Jesus first miracle turning water into wine?
3-Where was Jesus mother Mary at the trial of Jesus?
4-Why is Mary's emotions at the crucifixion not mentioned in scripture?
5-Why was John given responsibility for Mary instead of her other sons?

Scripture for today-"Just as the rain and snow descend from the skies and don't go back until they've watered the earth, making things grow and blossom…so will the words that come out My mouth not come back empty-handed. They'll do the work I sent them to do" (Isaiah 55:10-11, Message).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday july 3, 2008 thought for the day

"MY FIRST CUP OF COFFEE!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Those who love deeply never grow old, they may die of old age but they die young-
2-Middle age-when your age starts to show around your middle-
3-Forty is the old age of youth, fifty is the youth of old age-
4-Anyone can get old, all you have to do is live long enough-
5-Old age is the price you pay for maturity-

Strange thought-coffee-a break fluid-

I've learned-you often take out your frustrations on the people you love the most-

5 things I want to know-
1-Why is there no information in the bible about the holy family in Egypt?
2-Where did Jesus and family live in Egypt?
3-How many children did Mary have?
4-Why were Jesus's sisters nameless?
5-Why was Joseph not mentioned again after Jesus in the temple episode?

Scripture for today-2 Chronicles 7:3 NIV...and they worshiped and gave thanks to the LORD, saying, “He is good; his love endures forever.”

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday July 2, 2008 thought for the day

"THE WILLING SAVIOR!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You don't get harmony if everyone sings the same note-
2-Hunch-creativity trying to tell you something-
3-You can't help getting older but you don't have to get old-
4-Middle age-when father time starts catching up with mother nature-
5-The frightening thing about middle age is the knowledge that you'll grow out of it-

Strange thought-ability never catches up with the demand for it-

I've learned-you can always get more money but you can never get more time-

5 things I want to know
1-Did Mary and Joseph have family living during Jesus life?
2-To whom does the term "Immaculate conception" refer to?
3-When was Joseph and Mary married?
4-Was Mary considered a virgin after Jesus was born?
5-Why were the gospels written so long after the events happened?

Scripture for today-"I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you" (Psalm 32:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday July 1, 2008 thought for the day

"HI BABY! WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-A word to the wise usually isn't necessary-
2-You don't build a reputation on what you are going to do-
3-Indifference creates an artificial peace-
4-People usually quarrel because they can't discuss-
5-When you follow fear, worry or hate it is not possible to experience happiness,
enthusiasm or love-

Strange thought-you may have a heart of gold but so does a hard boiled egg-

I've learned-what some consider genius is often nothing more than good luck-

5 things I want to know
1-How do you feel God's presence?
2-Does feeling always come with salvation?
3-Why do followers of false religions seem to be more zealous than Christians?
4-Why do Christians possess so many material things?
5-Was Joseph (Mary's husband) a young man, an older man or a widower?

Scripture for today-
Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Philippians 2:4 (NIV)
I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday June 30, 2008 thought for the day

"I LOVE YOU SMILEY BABY!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-People will judge you by your actions not your intentions-
2-To avoid criticism-do nothing, say nothing, be nothing-
3-Don't ask others to do what you are not willing to do yourself-
4-Having problems is not a problem-
5-Advice is like snow-the softer it falls the longer it dwells on and the deeper it sinks into the mind-

Strange thought-no one will ever get in front of you as long as they are kicking you in your pants-

I've learned-bigger is not always better, and that going faster is not necessarily progress-

5 things I want to know
1-When did Jesus know his destiny was the cross?
2-Why isn't the Bible in chronological order?
3-Did Jesus do away with all the old testament laws, regulations, requirements?
4-What is false Christianity?
5-Did God think the descendents of Noah would be more willing to serve him than the first
created people were?

Scripture for today-"I am the vine, you are the branches. The one who abides in Me, while I abide in him, produces much fruit..." (John 15:5).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday June 29, 2008 thought for the day

"HI BABY!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-If you know how to worry you already know how to meditate-
2-Problems grow in the dark-
3-You wont be able to say no to Satan unless you have said yes to Jesus-
4-Money doesn't buy you happiness but we still try to use it as a down payment-
5-The habit of giving enhances the desire to give-

Strange thought-without the resistance of air, planes could not fly-

I've learned-my worst decisions were made when I was angry-

5 things I want to know
1-How could Noah in his day build something so large as the ark?
2-What is the image of God man is created in?
3-Did God feel he had made a mistake by destroying the earth with a flood?
4-Why do humans have a history of turning good into evil?
5-Why does the church seem to grow best under persecution?

Scripture for today-“Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is kind, if there is any virtue, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday June 28, 2008 thought for the day

"I LOVE YOU BABY!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You are not a successful person if you owe a lot of money to a lot of people-
2-Being negative is not going to improve anything-
3-Happiness is a decision you make-
4-To fight loneliness go help someone else who is lonely-
5-If all you have is a hammer everything looks like a nail-

Good thought-you can't stop the waves of life, you only choose which method you will
use to handle them-

I've learned-a pat on the back and a sincere "You're doing a great job!" can make someone's day-

5 things I want to know
1-God said "Adam has now become like us"-who is us?
2-Why was Cain's offering rejected by God?
3-Why are there large unexplained gaps in scripture?
4-Why did God create mankind when He know they would be so rebellious?
5-Who were the sons of God who married the daughters of men prior to the flood?

Scripture for today-For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-from jasper

Friday June 27, 2008 thought for the day

"PRECIOUS"
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Enjoy things without having to own them-
2-What ever you plant in the garden of your life you will eventually harvest-
3-Studying scripture will renew your mind-
4-Friends do not always make good business partners-
5-The lack of business experience and personal integrity is what kills a business, not the
lack of money-

Great thought-we can see how poverty can cause unhappiness but we are deluded into
believing money solves all things-

I've learned-women adapt to harsh conditions better than men do-

5 things I want to know
1-Did God know that Adam and Eve would eat from the forbidden tree?
2-Why would Eve have been inclined to listen to the serpent instead of her husband?
3-Did Adam and Eve's children propagate with each other?
4-Where did Mrs Cain come from?
5-Is it possible that Adam and Eve had many more children than those mentioned in Genesis?

Scripture for today-"How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity...for there the Lord has commanded the blessing..." (Psalm 133:1-3).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday June 26, 2008 thought for the day

"GOD IS REACHING OUT TO YOU!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-If you cannot control your emotions you cannot control your money-your emotions will control
Your money-
2-Excuses are the words coming from the loser in you-
3-Excuses are lies you tell yourself-
4-Growing up means not using the facts of our lives as excuses for our lives-
5-Many of our problems come from our own choices-

Strange thought-if money and things brought happiness then all rich people with things would
Be happy-it isn't so!-

I've learned-if you go to garages sales, you almost always buy at least one item you don't need-

5 things I want to know-
1-Who was God talking to when he said "Let us make man in our image"?
2-Why did God rest after creation?
3-How could light be created on day one when heavenly bodies weren't created until day four?
4-Why was the "two shall become one" principal given to Adam and Eve when they never had a
Father and mother to leave?
5-How long did Adam and Eve live in the Garden of Eden before their disobedience?

Scripture for today-"How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity...for there the Lord has commanded the blessing..." (Psalm 133:1-3).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday June 25, 2008 thought for the day

"A GOOD MORNING TO YOU ALL!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Wall street is the only place where people ride in a rolls Royce to get advice from people that
take the subway-
2-You cannot question an assumption you do not know you have made-
3-People invest their time and money only into what they think is important-
4-You cannot solve the problem of poor people by giving them money, it only creates more
poor people-
5-Many people are in financial trouble because too much of their money goes to buy
things that glitter-



Strange thought-one day you are the center of attention, the next you wonder if anyone knows you-

I've learned-you shouldn't discuss your success with people less successful than you-

5 things I want to know
1-Why isn't more of Mary and Joseph included in scripture?
2-Why wasn't Jesus born earlier in history?
3-Why was Jesus born in a Jewish culture?
4-Does a sinner know he is a sinner if he has never heard the gospel?
5-What does "living a life of holiness" mean?

Scripture for today- Luke 18:29-30: “I tell you the truth, no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God will fail to receive many times as much in this age and, in the age to come, eternal life” (NIV).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday June 24, 2008 thought for the day

"THE FISHERMAN!"
Here are my thoughts for the day-
1-The more security you seek the less freedom you have-
2-A person who betrays someone who trusts them is a despicable person-
3-Truth and honesty are not always pleasant but are necessary-
4-If money is not found by using your head it will be found by using your hands-
5-People afraid of a change will do the same thing tomorrow as they do today-

Strange thought-one day you are full of energy and can't get to sleep, the next day you are drained and can't get up-

I've learned-there is nothing more peaceful than a sleeping child-

5 things I want to know-
1-What is peace?
2-What is the Christian definition of love?
3-What is the difference in being blameless and not guilty?
4-If our bodies are the temple of God, where does God's spirit abide in us?
5-Why did God chose the name Jesus to give to Mary's child?

Scripture for today-"This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24).


I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday June 23, 2008 thought for the day

"THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU TAKE TOO MANY PILLS!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Loyalty can often be fleeting-
2-Any coward can tell a lie, telling the truth can take courage-
3-It is better to look bad telling the truth than to be a good looking liar-
4-A customer who does not pay his bill is not a customer but rather a thief-
5-A persons choice of character is far more important than their choice of profession-

Strange thought-there are many people going through life pretending they are smart-
that makes them dumb-

I've learned-a happy marriage multiplies joys and divides grief-

5 things I want to know
1-If the bible says gluttony is a sin, why don't we hear preaching on it?
2-What does it mean "they will know we are Christians by our love"?
3-What is successful Christian living?
4-What happens to God's promises when our prayers are not answered?
5-Why do some Christians struggle with the principal of giving?

Scripture for today-"Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday June 22, 2008 thought for the day

"ON THE WINGS OF A SNOW WHITE DOVE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge but to change our lives-
2-Money does not make you superior to anyone-
3-When success and incompetence meet disaster is not far away-
4-You cannot learn to swim from a textbook-
5-A business can be profitable and still be in serious financial trouble-

A strange thought-never ask the barber if you need a haircut-

I've learned-life is like a blind date-sometimes you just have to have a little faith-

5 things I want to know
1-What does "be ye holy as I am holy" mean?
2-Since Jesus is our example and He was perfect, can we ever be perfect?
3-What did Jesus mean when He said "follow me!"
4-Does disciple mean the same as follower?
5-Will we be judged for our sins or our works?

Scripture for today-“Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is kind, if there is any virtue, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday June 21, 2008 thought for the day

"REMEMBERING"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Floating is more difficult than swimming because it demands stillness and trust-
2-A negative attitude is like a flat tire-you're not going far until you change it-
3-The greatest risk is the risk of reckless living-
4-Every reform was once a thought-
5-The truth may set you free but first it may make you miserable-

Strange thought-one day the refrigerator is empty and you are hungry, the next day you have a
half eaten meal in front of you and you are stuffed-

I've learned-no man is a match for a woman's tears!!!!!!!!!!-

5 things I want to know
1-Why should someone who has never heard the gospel believe it?
2-Why does the bible not define sin?
3-What is being happy?
4-What is the difference in joy and happiness?
5-Does being holy mean you are above sin?

Scripture for today-“So let’s not get tired of what doing good what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” (Galatians 6:9).


I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday June 20, 2008 thought for the day

"IRONIC!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-It takes more faith to go through something victoriously than it be delivered from it-
2-Friends are angels who lift us up to our feet again when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly-
3-Although God could instantly transform us, He has chosen to develop us slowly-
4-A clear conscience is a continual Christmas-
5-Faith is trusting in advance what will make since only in hindsight-

Strange thought-on day you have nothing to do and the next day you don't have time to get it all done-

I've learned-the important thing is not what others think of me but what I think of myself-

5 things I want to know-
1-What is "the world"?
2-How do you abide in Christ?
3-What is the difference in passion and obsession?
4-How do you keep filled with the Holy Spirit?
5-How do you stay close to God?

Scripture for today-“So let’s not get tired of what doing good what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” (Galatians 6:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday June 19, 2008 thought for the day

"I LOVE THE OLDER GIRLS!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Get the presence of God in your life before you ever get a position of service-
2-The Fruit of the Spirit should always be growing-
3-Practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty-
4-Take your mess and make a message-
5-Hate destroys those who harbor it-

Strange thought-with money you can buy a position but not respect-

I've learned-a loving faithful wife is a man's greatest treasure-

5 things I want to know
1-Does your theology have to be perfect to make it to heaven?
2-Can you be a Christian with the wrong motive?
3-Is the church's way of getting people "saved" different from what Jesus did?
4-What is the key to successful Christian living?
5-Does holiness apply to God or man?

Scripture for today-“Set your minds and keep them set on what is above, the higher things, not on the things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:2).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday June 18, 2008 thought for the day

"YOUNG MAN IN TRAINING"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You deserve what you tolerate-
2-Inherited wealth is food stamps for the rich-
3-Money does not make you rich-
4-When times are at their worst people are often at their best-
5-The darkest hour is the hour just before dawn-

Strange thought-you can buy a doctor's time but not good health-

I've learned-you should treasure your children for what they are, not for what you want them to be-

5 things I want to know
1-If God is spirit, how can he also be father?
2-Why do we have trouble forgiving ourselves?
3-Why did Jesus often speak in unclear meaning to the people?
4-Have we complicated the act of being "saved"?
5-Why do Christians often act like they have perfect understanding of scripture?

Scripture for today-“Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is kind, if there is any virtue, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday June 17, 2008 thought for the day

"BEAR WITH ME!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The end result of the search for truth is freedom-
2-All it takes is all you've got-
3-Christians need to live what they say-
4-Most christians know more than what they do-
5-Light travels faster than sound-that is why some people appear brighter than they sound-

Strange thought-you can buy a book but you cannot buy knowledge-

I've learned-nothing very bad or very good lasts very long-

5 things I want to know
1-Can you do religious activity and still not be in God's will?
2-What is a pure motive?
3-What is the most important commandment of the Bible?
4-What is the worst sin?
5-What is real joy?

Scripture for today- “Every athlete in training submits to strict discipline, in order to be crowned with a wreath that will not last; but we do it for one that will last forever.” (1 Corinthians 9:25 GNT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday June 16, 2008 thought for the day

"WHEN YOU DON'T HAVE A PROPANE GRILL"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-There is no forgiveness without forgiving-
2-In order to be forgiven you must be forgiving-
3-Even in a time of mourning we need to recognize who God is-
4-Perception often becomes reality-
5-All relationships have a price tag-

Strange thought-to avoid getting stung, don't disturb the bees-

I've learned-"call waiting" deserves to be included among our greatest abominations-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the primary evidence of being Christian?
2-How do we tempt God?
3-How do we grieve the Holy Spirit?
4-Why is it that the more we have the less we appreciate it?
5-Is it possible to exhibit all of the fruits of the spirit all of the time?

Scripture for today-Ephesians 6:16 NIV...take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday June 15, 2008 thought for the day

"HAPPY FATHER'S DAY"
Do you remember when you held your child's hand?-do you remember when
your child wanted you to hold their hand?
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Mothers of little boys work from son up to son down-
2-Freedom is never granted, it is won--justice is never given, it is exacted-
3-Love is the most used and misused word in the English language-
4-Love puts one in the others place-
5-To love is to give and to give is to love-

Strange thought-a man loves his sweetheart the most, his wife the best, and his mother the longest-

I've learned-the older I get the smarter my father seems to get-

5 things I want to know
1-Can we assume-if I will, God will?
2-Does suffering bring us closer to God than any other thing?
3-Is God more concerned with our character, conduct or conflicts?
4-If God always gave us what we prayed for, would we be happier?
5-If God know my heart, mind, desires, why do I need to pray?

Scripture for today-"Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving" Psalm 95:2

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday June 14, 2008 thought for the day

"NOW WILL THIS GET YOUR ATTENTION?"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Everyone hears what you say, friends listen to what you say-
2-A friend is one who asks how you are and then waits to hear the answer-
3-Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light-
4-It is impossible to be angry with someone who makes you laugh-
5-Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard-

Strange thought-never miss a good chance to shut up-

I've learned-the purpose of criticism is to help not to humiliate-

5 things I want to know
1-Why were not all of Jesus's healing immediate?
2-What is praying without ceasing?
3-During Jesus time, what was the first day of the week?
4-Did the crucifixion and the resurrection occur on Friday and Sunday?
5-Did Judas have a choice or was his destiny to be a betrayer?

Scripture for today-"For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but
under grace"--Romans 6:14

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday June 13, 2008 thought for the day

"WELL, NO KIDDING!!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday-
2-If everything is important, nothing is important-
3-You could live 100 years without living a second-
4-Never test the water with 2 feet-
5-If you tell the truth you don't have to remember anything-

Strange thought-If you are supposed to expect the unexpected, then isn't the unexpected
Expected?

I've learned-when the light turns green you had better look both ways before proceeding-

5 things I want to know
1-Is faith believing or knowing or expecting?
2-What is the basis of faith?
3-Is there such a thing as "more faith" or "less faith"?
4-Why didn't Jesus speak out against slavery?
5-Did Jesus heal everyone he found needing it?

Scripture for today-So don’t get tired of doing what is good. Don’t get discouraged and give up, for we will reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time. Galatians 6:9 (NLT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday June 12, 2008 thought for the day

"2 FOR THE PRICE OF ONE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Don't think you are on the right road just because it is a well beaten path-
2-Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned-
3-Getting in hot water helps keep you clean-
4-What you dislike in another take care to correct in yourself-
5-A mocking bird has no voice of it's own-

Strange thought-you can buy a bed but not sleep-

I've learned-if I want the circumstances of my life to change for the better, I must change for the
Better-

5 things I want to know-
1-Why did God choose the time in history that he did to send Jesus to be born?
2-What are heavenly treasures and how do we store them up?
3-Is worry a lack or faith or a character default-
4-Can you "pray harder"?
5-Can we forgive without the offender repenting?

Scripture for today-“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” Mark 9:24 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday June 11, 2008 thought for the day

"MAY I HAVE THIS DANCE!!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Time isn't limitless-
2-Fear is not a good excuse to do nothing-
3-You cannot buy time, it is a gift from God-
4-Jealousy leads to no limits-
5-When excellence becomes tradition, greatness has no limits-

Strange thought-with money you can buy a clock but not time-

I've learned-fourteen days may be too long to spend on an ocean cruise-

5 things I want to know
1-When on the cross why didn't Jesus say "I forgive you!?
2-Can we practice the presence of God?
3-Does the church judge those who don't live up to it's standards?
4-Is the church sometimes guilty of being a Christian country club?
5-Does humility only come from brokenness?

Scripture for today-“Let this same attitude and purpose and humble mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus. Let Him be your example in humility” (Philippians 2:5 AMP).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday June 10, 2008 thought for the day

"HOT DOG CREATIVE ART"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Critic- a legless man who teaches running-
2-The secret of getting ahead is getting started-
3-The greatest curse is pride-
4-All that can't can do is nothing-
5-Keep your face to the sunshine and you can't see a shadow-

Strange thought-with money you can buy a house but not a home-

I've learned-what sounds like music to my teenager sounds like a train wreck to me-

5 things I want to know
1-Does unity bring God's anointing or does God's anointing bring unity?
2-Do angels have a will-are they free to chose?
3-What does it mean to "live a life of repentance"?
4-Is restitution always a part of repentance?
5-Can we be "saved" without repenting?

Scripture for today-Ephesians 6:10 NIV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday June 9, 2008 thought for the day

"THE TIME IS NOW!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Speed gets you nowhere if you're headed the wrong way-
2-Motivation gets you started, discipline keeps you going-
3-Setbacks pave the way for comebacks-
4-A good conscience is a good treasure-
5-Looking down keeps you from seeing what's up-

Strange thought-with proper care the human body will last a lifetime-

I've learned-failures always blame someone else-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the greatest gift we can give-
2-Why did Jesus have to pray if he and the father were one?
3-If people are filled with the holy spirit how can they sin?
4-Is church to be the primary place of worship?
5-How do you define giving?

Scripture for today-Galatians 6:9 NIV Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday June 8, 2008 thought for the day

"PEACE TO YOU ALSO!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-If life shuts the door, try looking for a window-
2-We are not sent to do battle for God but to be used by God in his battles-
3-Worry gives you something to do but won't get you anywhere-
4-Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion-
5-When the going gets tough, get tougher-

Interesting thought-unless we all work for the common good, there won't be any-

I've learned-the secret of success in business is surprisingly simple-give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully-

5 things I want to know
1-Does holiness mean the withdrawal of Christians from the "world"?
2-Why is preaching so often meant to make you feel guilty?
3-Why do we call it the "apostles creed" when they didn't write it?
4-Whom should Christians admire the most?
5-In reality, does the church impact society or does society impact the church?

Scripture for today-...And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday June 7, 2008 thought for the day

WHAT WILL THEY THINK OF NEXT??
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The expert at anything was once a beginner-
2-If you look down on others you look down on yourself-
3-Achievement comes from confidence and confidence comes from achievement-
4-There is no such thing as losing, it is simply not winning-
5-Give light and the darkness will disappear-

Strange thought-the trouble these days is that there is no arrest for the wicked-

I've learned-it's better not to wait for a crisis to discover what is important in your life-

5 things I want to know
1-Were the disciples "Christian" before the death and resurrection of Jesus
2-When did the church as we know it begin?
3-What is the purpose of worship?
4-Are protestants guilty of under emphasizing the "Lord's supper"?
5-What is prevenient grace?

Scripture for today-my mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long-- Psalm 71.8

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday June 6, 2008 thought for the day

IS THIS WHAT IT IS COMING TO??
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Peace-seeing a sunset and knowing who to thank-
2-You are not a failure until you start blaming everyone else around you-
3-If you never try you will never know-
4-Don't let hard times turn you into a hard person-
5-No one has ever drowned in sweat-

Strange thought-people who live in glass houses should answer the doorbell-

I've learned-my children expect as much from me as I expect from them-

5 things I want to know-
1-Does Christian love need perfecting?
2-Where is Christian love needed the most?
3-Is all healing of God?
4-Do Christians have a harder time "dancing" or "marching"?
5-Why do Christians pursue the things of the world that don't make the people of the world
happy?

Scripture for today-So don’t get tired of doing what is good. Don’t get discouraged and give up, for we will reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time. Galatians 6:9 (NLT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday June 5, 2008 thought for the day

Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Don't dream a life, live a dream-
2-Believing you know it all guarantees you learn nothing-
3-You have to leave the shore to find new oceans-
4-Every betrayal begins with trust-
5-We all die but not all of us live-

Strange thought-patience is often bitter but it's fruit is sweet-

I've learned-being a good parent is the best occupation you can ever have-

5 things I want to know
1-Is joy always a result of overcoming difficulties?
2-What is "Christian freedom"?
3-Has the backslider lost his salvation-if so, at what point did it happen?
4-What is the next best thing to God?
5-Is sin ever totally gone from the life of a Christian?

Scripture for today-Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6 (NLT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday June 4, 2008 thought for the day

Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Don't miss the silver lining because you are looking for the gold-
2-impossible means I'm possible-
3-Until you have spread your wings you have no idea how far you can fly-
4-Only through focus can you succeed no matter how capable you are-
5-You are who you are when no one else is looking-

Strange thought-one sure way to keep living to 100 is to keep breathing-

I've learned-play it safe, move the ladder-

5 things I want to know
1-Is holiness a lifestyle issue or a heart issue?
2-Will a negative person recognize god's blessings?
3-Why do some Christians talk like complainers instead of victors?
4-When God speaks to us how can we be sure it is him?
5-Are disease and sickness sent to us as teachers?

Scripture for today-Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6 (NLT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday June 3, 2008 thought for the day

"BUBBA'S NEW SWING SET!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Dancing with your feet is one thing, dancing with your heart is another-
2-A person is not old until regrets take the place of dreams-
3-Put your troubles in a pocket with a hole in it-
4-Reality lacks perfection, fantasy lacks truth-
5-What is worth having is worth waiting for-

Strange thought-no one is a failure who has friends-

I've learned-you never ask a tire salesman if you need new tires-

5 things I want to know
1-What are the fruits of faithfulness?
2-Can you have faith in Jesus and not have "works"?
3-Is sin an act or the inherent nature of mankind?
4-Can we sin and not know it?
5-Is the Christian life a moral code?

Scripture for today-I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:6-7 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday June 2, 2008 thought for the day

"I JUST LOVE TAKING A NAP!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up-
2-Worry doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of it's strength-
3-You can't have a better tomorrow if you are always thinking about yesterday-
4-Holding on to anger is like picking up a hot coal to throw at someone else,
you are the one who gets burned-
5-When opportunity doesn't knock, build a door-

Strange thought-most of the people who sit around and wait for the harvest haven't planted
anything-

I've learned-learning to forgive takes practice-

5 things I want to know-
1-Is doubt always a faith issue?
2-What is the difference in faith and presumption?
3-Have we confused following the American dream with the way of the cross?
4-Have we confused the praise of men with God's approval?
5-Is strict morality a sign of God's approval?

Scripture for today-“But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it” (2 Timothy 4:17 NIV).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday June 1, 2008 thought for the day

"I'M SOOOO TIRED!!!"
1-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Stand up for what you believe even if it means standing alone-
2-Kites fly highest against the wind, not with it-
3-When your dreams turn to dust, vacuum-
4-Don't be intimidated by the impossibility, be motivated by the possibility-
5-If you do not enjoy what you are doing, you will never be good at it-

Strange thought-money can't buy character for it is what you are when you are alone in the dark-


I've learned-it is better to be decisive, even if it means I'll sometimes be wrong-

Scripture for today-God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday May 31, 2008 thought for the day

"IT IS TIME FOR A NAP AGAIN"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Don't let yesterday take up too much of today-
2-You only live once, but if you live right, once is enough-
3-The more sand that has slipped through the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should
See through it-
4-Yesterday is clear, tomorrow is near, but today is here so put yourself in gear-
5-Don't want what you can have-

Strange thought-many a checkered career winds up in a stripped suit-

I've learned-heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences-

5 things I want to know
1-Is failure a prerequisite for success?
2-What causes Luke warmness?
3-Are we separated from God because of our sin or because we are sinners?
4-Is there a difference in weights and burdens?
5-Does holy mean sinless?

Scripture for today-“It is the Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom” (Luke 12:32).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday May 30, thought for the day

"CAUGHT ME NAPPING!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Life does not look up when you're looking down-
2-Standing tall has nothing to do with height-
3-Be like the birds-sing after the storm-
4-The most important trip you may take in life is meeting people half way-
5-Life is like a coin-you can spend it anyway you wish but you can spend
it only once-

Strange thought-if you can't be thankful for what you receive, be thankful for what you escaped-

I've learned-all ladies like to receive flowers, especially when there's no
particular reason-

5 things I want to know
1-Do we love God for who he is or for what he does for us?
2-Does God bring us testing or temptation?
3-Is there a difference in punishment and discipline?
4-Is making a decision for Jesus the same as being saved?
5-Is strong faith built on the absence of doubt?

Scripture for today-But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was delivered from the lion’s mouth. 2 Timothy 4:17 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday May 29, 2008 thought for today

"FRIENDS"
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Eyes that do not cry do not see-
2-For those who think it is greener on the other side, remember it is only a reflection of what
you have-
3-You don't realize the value of your moments until they have become a memory-
4-The bad news is that times flies, the good news is that you are the pilot-
5-You can't go back and make a new start but you can start and make a brand new ending-

Strange thought-if it is such a small world, why does it take so much to run it-

I've learned-you should make the money before you spend it-

5 things I want to know
1-Is the mission of the church to make God relevant to the people or to make people
relevant to God?
2-Are people "lost" because they haven't heard the gospel or because they rejected the gospel?
3-Is anger and aggression the same thing?
4-Is repentance necessary to receive salvation?
5-Is God's grace to forgive our sins or to help us live without sinning?

Scripture for today-At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength …. 2 Timothy 4:16-17 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday May 28, 2008 thought for the day

"REMEMBER WHEN WE THOUGHT THIS WAS EXPENSIVE?"
HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY-
1-Death leaves a heartache no human can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal-
2-Life doesn't always give second chances-
3-Moving on isn't so hard, it is what you leave behind that makes it so difficult-
4-Keep smiling for it may be the only sunshine someone else sees today-
5-One moment you spend angry, sad or being upset is one moment you will never get back-

Strange thought-give some weeds an inch and they will take a yard-

I've learned-people don't want advice, they want understanding-

5 things I want to know
1-Are patience and faith connected?
2-Is behavior a choice or conditioning?
3-Is personality formed or inherited?
4-Do Christian believers sometimes act like beggars?
5-Is there a difference in deliverance and being set free?

Scripture for today-Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else. 2 Corinthians 9:13 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday May 27, 2008 thought for the day-

"DID YOU REMEMBER?"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You learn to forgive by practicing forgiveness-
2-A rich person is not one who has the most but who needs the least-
3-Your life begins to end the day you are silent about things that matter-
4-The day you learn how not to cry is the day you learn to hate-
5-Dreaming of the person you want to be is wasting the person you already are-

Strange thought-don't jump to conclusions, they may jump back at you-

I've learned-coke tastes better in the little bottles-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the difference in meaning of dedicate-consecrate-sanctify?
2-Is there is difference in the meaning of the word sanctify as used in the old testament and the new testament?
3-Is sanctification to cleanse-set apart or fill with the Holy Spirit?
4-How can the joy of the Lord be your strength?
5-Is there a difference in the "cross" you bear and a "burden" you bear?

Scripture for today-Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” John 20:21 (NIV)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday May 26, 2008 thought for the day

"MEMORIAL DAY"-DO WE REMEMBER AT WHAT COST WE ARE FREE??
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice-
2-Love is the soul's recognition of its counterpart in another person-
3-Don't wake up one day and wish you hadn't let all these years go by wasted-
4-Without suffering there is no compassion-
5-Fake smiles can only hold in your tears for so long-

Strange thought-cleanliness may be next to godliness but in childhood it is next to impossible-

I've learned-if you like yourself and who you are, you'll probably like most everyone you meet
regardless of who they are-

5 things I want to know-
1-Did Jesus ever ask anyone to be a Christian?
2-What is praising God?
3-Does worship need to be expressed?
4-Is there a ministry for everyone?
5-Do we already know more about the Bible than we are willing to obey?

Scripture for today-For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 (NLT)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday May 25, 2008 thought for the day

"WE REMEMBER!!!!"
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Sometimes the people who hurt us the most are those who were hurt more than us-
2-Not all scars show, sometimes you can't see the pain someone feels-
3-Just because it is not what you were expecting doesn't mean it is not what you've
been waiting for-
4-The truth about the truth is that it hurts-so we lie-
5-Tears are words the heart can't say-

Strange thought-as long as your conscience is your friend, never mind your enemies-

I've learned-you can have fun regardless of how much money you have-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the "anointing" of God?
2-Where does our own will end and God's will begin?
3-Can God bless a negative person?
4-What is the greatest barrier to belief in Jesus as God's son and savior?
5-Is confessed sin the only forgiven sin?

Scripture for today-“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” (I Thessalonians 5:11).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday May 24, 2008 thought for the day

"MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND-LET'S REMEMBER"!!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Sometimes when your ship comes in you have to swim out to meet it-
2-You may have the right to be angry but you don't have the right to be cruel-
3-What we do in life echoes in eternity-
4-Don't let someone to be your priority while you're just their option-
5-Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it is learning to dance in the rain-

Strange thought-animals are such agreeable friends, they ask no questions and they make
no criticisms-

I've learned-people are never sneaky in only one area of their life-

5 things I want to know-
1-Will we be accountable for what we could /should have known or done?
2-Is it more important to be loving or obedient?
3-Is all sin a willful choice-
4-What is God's purpose in blessing us-
5-What does "bless you" mean?

Scripture for today-“But now since you have been set free from sin…you have your present reward in holiness and its end is eternal life” (Romans 6:22).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper