Wednesday December 31, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-You are a leader to someone-
2-Everything in the bible is true, but every thing that is true is not in the bible-
3-Self pity is the ultimate form of thanklessness-
4-Never let schooling interfere with your education-
5-Success is the best revenge-

Strange thought-how you exit on one thing determines how you enter another-

I've learned-if you enjoy your job you never have to go to work-

5 things I want to know
1-Is guilt and condemnation the same thing?
2-What is the most important thing about the bible?
3-Why do we not know anything about Jesus's economic situation?
4-Where is the "glory of God"?
5-How do you bring "glory to God"?

Scripture for today-With her right hand wisdom offers you a long life, and with her left hand she gives you riches and honor. Wisdom will make your life pleasant and will bring you peace. Proverbs 3:16,17

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

Tuesday December 30, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The right person for the job is the one who seizes the moment-
2-God will forgive you much quicker than people will-
3-Be careful of what you ask God for, for you may get it and it may not be what you rally want-
4-God often makes a miracle out of your mess-
5-You can be a difference maker-

Strange thought-in this life we are either an anvil or a hammer-

I've learned-everything is worth what the buyer will pay for it-

5 things I want to know
1-What did pharaoh's cupbearer and baker do that caused them to fall out of favor with him?
2-Are there benefits that only come through struggles?
3-How could Joseph be free of bitterness, resentment and anger toward Potiphar when unjustly accused by his wife and imprisoned?
4-What was Potiphar's reaction when he learned Joseph would be governor over Egypt?
5-Why did Nazareth have such a bad reputation?

Scripture for today-Happy is the person who finds wisdom. The one who gets understanding. Wisdom is worth more than silver; it brings more profit than gold. Wisdom is more precious than rubies; nothing you could want is equal to it. Proverbs 3:13-15

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

Monday December 29, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-There is always some hope for an individual who stops to do some serious thinking about life-
2-You only pass through this life once so show kindness to all as you will not pass this way again-
3-What you laugh at reveals your true character-
4-If you don't tell the truth about yourself, you can't tell it about other people-
5-The pursuit of truth and beauty is an activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives-

Strange thought-We are responsible for what we do as well as what we do not do-

I've learned-Ask questions all your life as it is the best way to learn-

5 things I want to know
1-What exactly determines your reward in heaven?
2-Instead of being fishers of the lost, why do we so often become critics of the saved?
3-What does God do when I fail?
4-What does it mean when the bible says God makes us "perfect"?
5-What distinguishes faith from foolishness or irrationality?

Scripture for today-My child, do not reject the Lord's discipline, and don't get angry when He corrects you. The Lord corrects those He loves, just as parents correct the child they delight in. Proverbs 3:11,12

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

Sunday December 28, 2008 thought for the day-

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Joy is seeing the beauty and blessings no matter what comes your way
2-God probably is not interested in how much we included in our day but rather how much of our day included Him-
3-Forgiveness builds relationships, creates harmony, makes you spiritually stronger and keeps life moving forward-
4-A person who does not think for themselves does not think at all-
5-The measure of a persons real character is what they would do if they know they would never be found out-

Strange thought-if your cup runneth over, set it in someone else's saucer-

I've learned-there are things we don't understand, we just feel them-

5 things I want to know
1-Was Jesus's cross made just for him?
2-A baby needs to be selfish to survive but when do we learn it is the wrong way to live?
3-When God accepted Abel's offering and rejected Cain's, why didn't Cain take his anger out on God instead of his brother Abel?
4-Did Cain not own any animals to make a sacrifice?
5-What will be the greatest reward in heaven?

Scripture for today-Honor the Lord with your wealth and the firstfruits from all your crops. Then your barns will be full, and your wine barrels will overflow with new wine- Proverbs 3:9,10

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

Saturday December 27, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Your courtesy may not be remembered or returned, but discourtesy will-
2-"I will" is more important than IQ-
3-Love and kindness are never wasted, they always make a difference--they bless the receiver and the giver as well-
4-Faith is the place between the way things are and the good that is sure to come-
5-A good exercise for the heart is to bend over and help someone up-

Strange thought-why do people pay to go up tall buildings and then put money in binoculars to look at things on the ground?

I've learned-Some people complain because God put thorns on roses , while others praise Him for putting roses among thorns-

Scripture for today-Don't depend on your own wisdom. Respect the Lord and refuse to do wrong-Proverbs 3:7

Iwish you a day filled with love, laughteeer, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday December 26, 2008 thought for the day

THE SAVIOR IS LOOKING IN WONDERING IF YOU WILL OPEN YOUR HEART'S DOOR
Here are my thoughts for today
1-If you give God the leftovers of your money, you will never have any-
2-Adversity teaches you your limitations and will make you better or bitter-
3-The only time you have control over your life is making today's choices-
4-God uses who he chooses-
5-Never underestimate the power of simple courtesy-

Strange thought-Do not waste time and energy on trying to earn the love of a person or people who do not love you-

I've learned-the pessimist looks for the difficulty in every opportunity---the optimist looks for the opportunity in every difficulty-

5 things I want to know
1-Did the tree of forbidden fruit in the garden of Eden look any different than the rest of the trees?
2-Why did Jesus come in such an obscure way and not with great fan fare?
3-Is there any significance that Jesus's father was a carpenter?
4-Where did the word "Bible" come from?
5-What one person understood Jesus the best?

Scripture for today-Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don't depend on your own understanding. Remember the Lord in all you do, and he will give you success-- Proverbs 2:5,6

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

Thursday December 25, 2008 thought for the day

Sorry, there are no "thoughts for the day", just a beautiful Christmas card celebrating the birth of the savior-my prayer is that he is your savior too!! Merry Christmas!!--jasper

Wednesday December 24, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL NATIVITY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Prayer is a relationship not a task on a to do list-
2-Prayer is not a cleverly crafted sentence-
3-We can never be 100% for God is we keep his "truth" to ourselves-
4-God disciplines his children and punishes the wicked-
5-Tithing is not about money, it is about a relationship with God-

Strange thought-we can justify what we want-

I've learned-the best way to disagree is with kind words-

5 things I want to know
1-What is the greatest expression of love?
2-Is it possible to live a selfish less life?
3-What does God's love look like?
4-Why did/does God love us?
5-Should/can we always be patient?

Scripture for today-After Herod died, an angel of the Lord spoke to Joseph in a dream while he was in Egypt. The angel said "Get up! Take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel, because the people who were trying to kill the child are now dead. So Joseph took the child and his mother and went to Israel. After being warned in a dream, he went to the area of Galilee, to a town called Nazareth and lived there. An so what God had said through he prophets came true: "He will be called a Nazarene". Matthew 2:19-23

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

Tuesday December 23, 2008 thought for the day

THE FIRST CHRISTMAS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-You may forget the kind words you say today but the hearer may cherish them for a lifetime-
2-Give yourself a good compliment even if no one else does-
3-It is what you learn after you know it all that counts-
4-What we obtain too cheaply we esteem too lightly-
5-Truth stands the test of time-

Strange thought-an appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last-

I've learned-give more, expect less-

5 things I want to know
1-How was it that the people who called Jesus "King of Kings" on palm Sunday entering Jerusalem called for his death the following Friday?
2-Why didn't John leave after Jesus was buried like all the rest did?
3-Who died first-Jesus or the two thieves?
4-Was there any significance to the two thieves being crucified alongside of Jesus?
5-How could the woman who washed Jesus's feet have been forgiven when she never asked for forgiveness, repented of or confessed her sinful life?

Scripture for today-When Herod saw that the wise men had tricked him, he was furious. So he gave an order to kill all the baby boys in Bethlehem and in the surrounding area who were two years old or younger. This was in keeping with the time he learned from the wise men. Matthew 2:16-17

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

Monday December 22, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL NATIVITY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-When you are in the Friday of your life, remember-Sunday is coming-
2-The test of good character is trustworthiness-
3-I am not bound to win but I am bound to be true--I am not bound to succeed but I am bound to do my best-
4-To believe in something because you want it to be true is the worst of self deceit and deception-
5-The easiest and best thing to give away is your smile-

Strange thought-opportunity is usually found in difficulty-

I've learned-the best way to gamble is with a hoe and a pack of seeds-

5 things I want to know
1-What is positional and progressive sanctification?
2-Was the shedding of Jesus's blood necessary on all the body parts it covered-head, eyes, hands, side and feet?
3-When did the Son of God become the Lamb of God?
4-When did the cross become an alter?
5-How does ambition fit into the Christian life when we are to to seek God's will for our life?

Scripture for today-After they had left, an angel of the Lord came to Joseph in a dream and said. "get up! Take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt, because Herod is starting to look for the child so he can kill him. Stay in Egypt until I tell you to return." So Joseph got up and left for Egypt during the night with the child and his mother. And Joseph stayed in Egypt until Herod died. This happened to bring about what the Lord had said through the prophet: "I called my son out of Egypt."

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

Sunday December 21, 2008 thought for the day

THE CHRIST OF CHRISTMAS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-When God shows mercy to you, you can't be anything but grateful-
2-Most people in the Bible that God blessed and used were less than "perfect" people-
3-If you want to know God, get to know Jesus-
4-Success is more a function of consistent common sense than it is of genius-
5-Where we start is not as important as where we finish-

Strange thought-You will never have true friends if you are afraid of making enemies-

I've learned-The best thing to put on your face is a smile-

5 things I want to know
1-Did the angelic choir announce Jesus birth only to the shepherds?
2-Why were the shepherds told of the birth of the "lamb of God"?
3-Why didn't God announce to the whole world that the savior and redeemer had come?
4-Why was Jesus's birth held in secrecy from the multitudes?
5-How did the shepherds know where to find the manger that held the baby Jesus?

Scripture for today-After the wise men heard the king, they left. The star they had seen in the east went before them until it stopped above the place where the child was. When the wise men saw the star, they were filled with joy. They came to the house where the child was and saw him with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshipped him. They opened their gifts and gave him treasures of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. But God warned the wise men in a dream not to go back to Herod, so they returned to their own country a different way. Matthew 2:9-12

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

Saturday December 20, 2008 thought for the day

A PRETTY NATIVITY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Living a life that matters doesn't happen by accident-it is not a matter of circumstances but of choice, so choose a life that matters-
2-If you're not thankful for little things you won't be thankful for much-
3-Whether we are on the mountain top or down in the valley, God is still God-
4-Richness is a state of mind, not how much money you have-
5-People who are least concerned about making an impression are usually free from depression-

Strange thought-there are millions of excuses for failure but not a single reason-

I've learned-having a lot of money makes you wealthy, not rich-having no money makes you broke, not poor-

5 things I want to know
1-Why did the star lead the Magi to Jerusalem and not directly to Bethlehem?
2-Why didn't King Herod send his own people to find the new "King of the Jews"?
3-Why weren't the Jews looking for the messiah in Bethlehem?
4-If the shepherds came to the manger, who watched the sheep?
5-How many shepherds actually came to the manger?

Scripture for today-Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea during the time when Herod was king. When Jesus was born, some wise men from the east came to Jerusalem. They asked, "Where is the baby who was born to be the King of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him". When Herod heard this, he was troubled, as well as all the people of Jerusalem. Herod called a meeting of all the leading priests and teachers of the law and asked them where the Christ would be born. Matthew 2:1-4

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

Friday December 19, 2008 thought for the day

"THE BIRTH"!!!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-What matters is not how many people you know but how many will feel a lasting loss when you are gone-
2-What matters is every act of integrity, compassion, couage or sacrifice that enriched or encouraged others to follow your example-
3-What matters is how long you will be remembered by whom and for what-
4-What matters is what road you choose to travel for it will determine where you go-
5-What matters is what or who you worship for it will determine your destiny-

Strange thought-December is the month when kids begin to discuss what to get dad for Christmas--some insist on a shirt, others a pair of sox, and the argument usually ends in a tie-

I've learned-the heart of Christmas is not the presents you give, but the love you share-

5 things I want to know
1-Why did Jesus live 33 years--why not more or less?
2-Hanging on the cross, how could Jesus know he was thirsty when he was in so much pain?
3-Why did Jesus have to suffer and die alone on the cross without any heavenly help?
4-Was Jesus crucifixion any more physically painful than that of the two thieves hanging nearby?
5-Why didn't Jesus shorten the time of his crucifixion?

Scripture for today-Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:13-14 (NIV)

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

Thursday December 18, 2008 thought for the day

A PRETTY MANGER SCENE PICTURE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-What matters is not what you bought but what you built-
2-What matters is not what you got but what you gave-
3-What matters is not your success but your significance-
4-What matters is not what you learned but what you taught-
5-What matters is not your competence but your character-

Strange thought-If I never met you, I wouldn't like you--if I didn't like you I wouldn't love you---if I didn't love you I wouldn't miss you--but I did,I do and I will-

I've learned-the difference between failure and success is mind set-

5 things I want to know
1-How do we acknowledge God "in all our ways"?
2-How is it possible that when "a man's ways are pleasing to God, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him"?
3-When you are living in obedience to God, does it not often stir up conflict in others?
4-Are all the proverb statements generally true or are they absolutely true?
5-How do we "cast all our anxieties" on the Lord?

Scripture for today-God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. Ephesians 2:8-9 (NLT)

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

Wednesday December 17, 2008 thought for the day

THE HOLY FAMILY
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Life is not how long you live but how you make the journey-
2-Perseverance is not one long race but many short ones-
3-It is not what you gather but what you scatter that tells what kind of life you have lived-
4-Only God knows how often he allows us to be apart of a divine moment when we're completely unaware of the significance-
5-What you leave behind is not what is engraved on stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others-

Strange thought-if your parents never had any children, chances are you won't either-

I've learned-always borrow money from a pessimist for they don't expect to be paid back-

5 things I want to know
1-Why did God say that where Moses was standing by the burning bush was holy ground?
2-Can you ever talk God out of his plan?
3-Is it difficult to hear God speak to you?
4-What does it mean to "trust God with all your heart"?
5-What does it mean "in all your ways acknowledge Him"?

Scripture for today-He saved us and he called us to be his own people, not because of what we have done, but because of his own purpose and grace. 2 Timothy 1:9 (TEV)

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

Tuesday December 16, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS DINNER SETTING
Here are my thoughts for today
1-We need to learn to be our own best friend for we fall too easily into the trap of being our own worst enemy-
2-Life is like throwing a boomerang, our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy-
3-Some people know the price of everything and the value of nothing-
4-If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door-
5-You won't achieve your dreams if they don't become your goals-

Strange thought-Christmas has some weird customs-what other time of the year do you sit in front of a dead tree and eat candy out of your socks?

I've learned-there is no value of being the richest person in the cemetery-

5 things I want to know
1-What does the word "holy" mean and how is it applied?
2-How can we be "holy" as God is "holy"?
3-Since God was in the burning bush that Moses saw was it "holy"?
4-Was the place of the burning bush "holy" after the burning stopped?
5-Can a person have a sinful experience and still be "holy"?

Scripture for today-My child, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in mind. Then you will live a long time, and your life will be successful. Proverbs 3:1-2

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

Monday December 15, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS PICTURE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You can't say you believe something and not live it-
2-You cannot have an encounter with God and come away unchanged-
3-Sometimes the things we think will make us happy never do-
4-You will never be filled if you ration God in your life-
5-It is in the broken places of your life that God does the greatest work if you give him all the pieces-

Strange thought-if going to church makes you a Christian then going to McDonalds makes you a hamburger-

I've learned-being rich is having just $1 dollar more than you need-

5 things I want to know
1-Can a person have an anointing from God without knowing him intimately?
2-Are the gifts of God irrevocable?
3-Would there be a Christian church without Pentecost?
4-Does the "thou shall not covet" commandment mean we should never desire what others may have?
5-Does scripture teach absolute submission in all cases in every area or situation?

Scripture for today-She will bring a son to birth, and when she does, you, Joseph, will name him Jesus — “God saves” — because he will save his people from their sins. Matthew 1:21 (MSG)

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

Sunday December 14, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL PICTURE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-If you have a thousand friends, you still don't have one to spare-
2-Whatever you plant in the garden of your life will eventually grow up for all to see-
3-Meekness is not weakness-
4-Meekness is a learning process-
5-If I were put on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict me?

Strange thought-Old age is when former classmates are so gray, wrinkled and bald they don't recognize you-

I've learned-One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is such a nice change from being young-

5 things I want to know
1-Which is more important, our faithfulness at church, at work or at home?
2-Can Christians separate their life into two segments-sacred and secular?
3-Why did God's plan of salvation have to include the painful execution sacrifice of Jesus on a cross?
4-How can we say that Jesus is the only way to heaven without sounding arrogant or intolerant?
5-Should Christians be concerned about being politically correct?

Scripture for today-Wisdom will come into your mind, and knowledge will be pleasing to you. Good sense will protect you and understanding will guard you. It will keep you from the wicked, from those whose words are bad,who don't do what is right but what is evil. Proverbs 2:10-13.

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

Saturday December 13, 2008 thought for the day

A HOLY DAY IT WAS

Here are my thoughts for today
1-Be strong enough to at least try to make your life better-
2-Be confident enough that you won't settle for a compromise just to get by-
3-Don't stand in someone else's shadow when it is your sunlight that should lead the way-
4-Sorrow looks back--worry looks around--faith looks up-
5-A promised land always lies on the other side of the wilderness-

Strange thought-don't wait for 6 strong men to take you to church

I've learned-God promises a safe landing not a calm passage

5 things I want to know
1-Is there any significance that Joseph was 30 years old when made governor over Egypt and Jesus was 30 when he started his ministry?
2-Did Joseph have any idea that God was directing his life before he became governor?
3-When Joseph was governor why didn't he try to contact his family back in Canaan?
4-What thoughts might Joseph have had about his brother Simion in prison while waiting his other brothers return with their father from Canaan?
5-Why is there no scripture written by Joseph?

Scripture for today-My child, listen to what I say and remember what I command you. Listen carefully to wisdom: set your mind on understanding. Cry out for wisdom, and beg for understanding. Search for it like silver, and hunt tor it like hidden treasure. Then you will understand respect for the Lord, and you will find that you know God. Proverbs 2:1-5

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

Friday December 12, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Angels exist and sometimes we call them friends-
2-You must feel confident enough in yourself to follow your own dreams-
3-You must be willing to make sacrifices to be successful-
4-You must be capable of changing and rearranging your priorities so your final goal can be realized-
5-Sometimes, familiarity and comfort need to be challenged-

Strange thought-a lot of people who are singing "standing on the promises" are just sitting on the premises-

I've learned-Quit complaining about your church, if it was perfect you couldn't belong-

5 things I want to know
1-If God is long suffering, is He always and forever patient?
2-Why didn't God chose Caleb as Moses's successor to lead the people into the promised land?
3-Is it true we are not ready to live until we are ready to die?
4-If God wanted us to have a Bible to live by, why didn't he transcribe one to a holy man like he did to Moses for the 10 commandments?
5-Why would Pharaoh make Joseph, who was a prisoner, the governor over Egypt just because he interpreted his dreams--after all he was not an Egyptian?

Scripture for today-Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Luke 2:11-12 (NIV)

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

Thursday December 11, 2008 dthought for the day

A PRETTY CHRISTMAS SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous-
2-Don't change the message, let the message change you-
3-You can tell how big a person is by what it takes to discourage him-
4-The love of God is like the ocean, you can see its beginning but not its end-
5-There comes a time when you must stand alone-

Strange thought-people are funny, they want the front of the bus, the middle of the road and the back of the church-

I've learned-opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on you door forever-

5 things I want to know-
1-How did God speak to Aaron to go meet his brother Moses at a given mountain?
2-Why didn't Pharaoh have Moses and Aaron put in prison?
3-Where in the bible do you find "God helps those who help themselves"?
4-From where does disobedience come?
5-Why should forgiven acts or attitudes still bear consequences?

Scripture for today-But the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. Luke 2:10 (NLT)

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

Wednesday Deceber 10, 2008 thought for the day

A PRETTY CHRISTMAS PICTURE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Many folks want to serve God but only as an advisor-
2-It is easier to preach 10 sermons than to live one-
3-When you get to your wits end, you'll find that God lives there-
4-God doesn't judge a person until they've died, so why should we?
5-God call us to be witnesses not lawyers and judges-

Strange thought-excuses are the nails used to build the house of failure-

I've learned-many things will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart--pursue them-

5 things I want to know
1-Why did Jesus chose the 12 disciples he did?
2-How does a Christian lose their saltiness?
3-Was Jesus a tolerant person?
4-Is character only formed through difficult situations?
5-Is Moses remembered at all in Egyptian history?

Scripture for today-“Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel, which means ‘God is with us.’” Matthew 1:23 (NLT)

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

Tuesday December 9, 2008 thought for the day

MERRY CHRISTMAS SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-To get what you've never had, you must do what you've never did-
2-There are two kinds of failures-those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought-
3-We are what we repeatedly do-therefore, excellence is a habit and not an act-
4-Wisdom is knowing the right path to take and integrity is taking it-
5-Knowledge is like climbing a mountain, the higher you reach the more you can see and appreciate-

Strange thought-in the confrontation between the stream and the rock, the stream always wins, not through strength but by perseverance-

I've learned-no one can help another without helping themselves-

5 things I want to know
1-Do Christians today have a pharisee problem?
2-Why did it take a blood sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins?
3-Early followers of Jesus didn't have to bow at an altar to repent---do we?
4-Of Jesus's 12 disciples, who are we most like?
5-Do we really want to be like Jesus-or just the good parts of him like doing miracles, healing others, etc?

Scripture for today-For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (NLT)

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

Monday December 8, 2008 thought for the day

PRETTY CHRISTMAS PICTURE
1-Christians should do what is right just because it is right-
2-Prayer without faith is like a ship without a rudder-
3-It's our attitude in life that determines life's attitude toward us-
4-Things that matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter the least-
5-The only thing that stands between a person and what they want from life is often the will to try it and the faith to believe it is possible-

A strange thought-a spoken word can never be retracted-

I've learned-the man on the top of the mountain didn't just fall there-

5 things I want to know
1-Before Jesus returns, will there ever be peace on earth?
2-What is the biblical significance of 40 days?
3-How do you really know God's will for your life?
4-Can the church really reach the world we live in?
5-Why does the church not seem to attract the lost?

Scripture for today-“I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10 (NIV)

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

Sunday December 7, 2008 thought for the day

HAPPY CHRISTMAS SEASON
Here are my thoughts for today
1-We are what we think, not what we eat-
2-Don't confuse the necessary with the most convenient-
3-Don't sell your soul for the trivial-
4-The stretching of truth is really a lie-
5-We are known for what we say and do-

Strange thought-Why are you in a movie and you are on TV?

I've learned-Kites rise highest against the wind, not with it-

5 things I want to know
1-Did Jesus die to save us from our sin or sins?
2-Will both heaven and hell last for eternity?
3-Will God allow man to destroy himself on this planet?
4-Since Jesus is equally God, why doesn't he know when he is returning to earth?
5-Is there anything that Jesus does not know?

Scripture for today-Do all things without complaining and disputing-Philippians 2:14

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

Saturday December 6, 2008 thought for the day

THE CHRISTMAS SEASON
Here are my thoughts for today
1-If we were "perfect", we would never need Jesus-
2-Your actions speak so loud I can't hear what you are saying-
3-To believe means "by my life's actions"-
4-Moral and ethical integrity must be the cornerstone of Christian living-
5-Christians should be the most ethical of all peoples-

Strange thought-if a deaf person has to go to court, is it still called a hearing?

I've learned-sadly, many Christians are allowing our culture to define who we are and how we should live-

5 things I want to know
1-Why did God create such a large universe if no one is living on other planets?
2-Do angels have a choice of obedience?
3-If Satan was originally an angel, how could pride have entered him and caused him to rebel against God?
4-Which is more certain-God's promises, God's wrath or God's love?
5-Why do we now hear so much preaching about God's love and so little about God's judgement?

Scripture for today-Wait on the Lord' be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait I say on the Lord--Psalm 27:14

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

Frida December 5, 2008 thought for the day

CHRISTMAS SEASON
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Being thankful is the only logical response you can have for a forgiveness that is totally undeserved-
2-You are thankful most for what you don't deserve-
3-No one craves for more when they are grateful for what they have-
4-Thankfulness conquers selfish ambition-
5-There is no way to be thankful and resentful at the same time-

Strange thought-why do we say we "slept like a baby" when babies wake up every two hours?

I've learned-a sure way to fail is to try to please everyone-

5 things I want to know
1-What does the term "involuntary transgression" mean?
2-Does God tempt us?
3-Why did God create Satan?
4-Why did God allow sin to have so much power in the world?
5-Why has there been so much fighting and wars in the name of Christianity?

Scripture for today-But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)

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

Thursday December 4, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-All false gospels are based on works-
2-Just as law has no grace grace has no law-
3-Even if you wanted to contribute to your righteousness you couldn't-
4-Astonishment is always the permanent feeling of a forgiven sinner-
5-The worst moment for an atheist comes when they are truly thankful and have no one to thank-

Strange thought-the more things a man is ashamed of the more respectable he is-

I've learned-sometimes we get it right and sometimes we get it wrong-

5 things I want to know
1-How do you love those you do not like?
2-Is there a sense of time in heaven?
3-Can God do anything, anytime, anywhere?
4-Has God set limits on himself?
5-If God is Spirit, how can we use a male term to describe Him?

Scripture for today-“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” John 12:24 (NIV)

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

Wednesday December 3, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The best teachers are not above being taught-
2-Faith is always new-
3-The closer our relationship is to God, the more we are aware of what in us is not God like-
4-When you deserve grace, it is no longer grace you need-
5-The best way to avoid putting people down is to put them up instead-

Strange thought-God often delivered his people through a person with serious faults who behaved with little or no regard of the right thing to do-

I've learned-some leaders have a hard time being led-

5 things I want to know
1-Is faith learned or received?
2-Do Christians often take their salvation for granted?
3-Why did Jesus say he would send the "Comforter"?
4-Why does a lot of preaching often tend to de-Christian the hearers?
5-Can we really know God, not about Him, but really know Him?

Scripture for today--“But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still and watch the Lord’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out there tomorrow, for the Lord is with you!” 2 Chronicles 20:17 (NLT)

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

Tuesday December 2, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Receiving mercy and being merciful always go together, you can't have one without the other-
2-Heaven is for sinners who faced up to their sin and hell is for those who refuse to-
3-Whatever we are angry about in someone else is most likely something we need to deal with in our own life-
4-Sometimes a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, for if you knew a little bit more you would realize how much you don't know-
5-There is no greater obstacle to truth than to think you already know what you need to know-

Strange thought-cynicism is a dangerous virus that grows in the light of familiarity-

I've learned-failure is often the door to success-

5 things I want to know
1-Are Christians to be "fruit inspectors"?
2-What does Biblical "perfection" mean?
3-How often are you to repent of your sins?
4-To whom/where is the tithe to be given?
5-On what is the tithe figured?

Scripture for today-“Do not remember the past events, pay no attention to things of old. Look, I am about to do something new; even now it is coming. Do you not see it? Indeed, I will make a way in the wilderness, rivers in the desert” (Isaiah 43:18-19 HCSB).

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

Monday December 1, 2008 thought for the day

FRIENDS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-We all need friends with enough courage and love to tell us the truth about ourselves-
2-"Perfect" people are always lonely people-
3-There are no spiritual stages of mercy-
4-Christians are God's children but no more special than any other human beings-
5-If other people got what they deserved, we would need to also-

Strange thought-An ironic similarity between heaven and hell is that no one there thinks they got what they deserved-

I've learned-It is easier to point a finger than face the truth-

5 things I want to know
1-How far does the lost sheep wander before it is lost?
2-How far should we be willing to go to find the lost sheep?
3-Does the church "go out" to find the lost sheep or wait for them to find the church?
4-What really motivates people to become Christians?
5-Who is responsible for maintaining your relationship with God--you or God?

Scripture for today-Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven Matthew 5:16

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

Sunday November 30, 2008 thought for the day

Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Pharisaical sin is so dangerous because it disguises itself as a form of light-
2-Ever notice how everything wrong in the world is someone else's fault-
3-Being faithful is not being perfect for faithfulness allows for failure and perfection does not-
4-Sometimes we listen to our own lies so much we begin to sincerely believe them-
5-We need to see ourselves through other peoples eyes to see ourselves as we really are-

Strange thought-Laziness is a habit of resting before you get tired-

I've learned-all sorrow is not the same-

5 things I want to know
1-Do the moral failures of a Christian annul their spiritual birth?
2-When did Jesus know he was God?
3-Did Jesus have to be born Jewish?
4-Why did Jesus need or want to be baptized?
5-Why are tax collectors and sinners used in the same sentence in scripture?

Scripture for today-The Lord gives wisdom: from his mouth come knowledge and understanding Proverbs 2:6

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

Saturday November 29, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Rich gifts mean nothing when givers prove unkind-
2-Enthusiasm is a great gift to give your children-
3-Giving is a necessity, sometimes more urgent than having-
4-God is bigger than what is the matter-
5-Recognition of sin is not repentance,
Sorrow for sin is not repentance,
Attempting to forsake sin is not repentance,
Asking for forgiveness and turning away from sin is repentance-

Strange thought-be true to your teeth or the will be false to you-

I've learned-all attitudes should be bathed in gratitude-

5 things I want to know
1-Is Babylon in Revelations a city or a culture?
2-In what areas should Christians be liberal?
3-Are some people predestined by God to suffer?
4-Why did Jesus use spit and dirt to heal the blind man by the pool of Siloam?
5-Why do some people seem to be given more than their share of misfortune?

Scripture for today-If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you-Matthew 6:14

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

Friday November 28, 2008 thought for the day

LORD, WE ARE TRULY THANKFUL
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The end result of kindness is that it draws people to you-
2-It is not fair to ask of others what you are unwilling to do yourself-
3-Give to every human being every right that you claim for yourself-
4-We turn older with years but newer each day-
5-Give what you have, for to someone it may be better than you dare to think-

Strange thought-all of us at one time or another come face to face with our past-

I've learned-Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves-

5 things I want to know
1-Was Jesus a "conservative" or a "liberal"?
2-Was Jesus a revolutionary?
3-Why are many Christians uncomfortable in explaining what we believe and why?
4-Was Jesus always loving?
5-What are the foolish things, weak things, lowly things and despised things that God chose to shame the wise, strong, etc. with?

Scripture for today-“If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even ‘sinners’ love those who love them.” Luke 6:32 (NIV)

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

Thursday November 27, 2008 thought for the day

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OF YOU
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-God doesn't just forgive, he also forgets-He clears the computer-
2-Tomorrows joy is fathered by today's acceptance-
3-Faith is the bird that songs while it is yet dark-
4-When no one will give you the time of day, God gives you the time of your life-
5-A joyful life is an individual creation that cannot be copied from a recipe-

Strange thought-a hospital is a paradoxical place-it is where the reality is hidden, yet cannot be hidden because the reality is too real-

I've learned-insensitivity make a wound that heals slowly-

5 things I want to know
1-Will God's cup of mercy ever run dry?
2-Is it okay to question God?
3-Does God require unquestioned behavior?
4-What is the difference in a prophet and a seer?
5-Do we wander in our own wilderness when we disobey God?

Scripture for today-Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is born of God and knows God. 1 John 4:7 (NLT)

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

Wednesday November 26, 2008 thought for the day

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TOMORROW
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-A faithful friend is a rare treasure-
2-Change brings fear before it brings faith-
3-We often interpret the presence of a problem as the absence of God-
4-Most people suffer some form of blindness (other than physical)-
5-In becoming man, God made it possible for man to see God-

Strange thought-if a rabbit's foot is lucky, what happened to the rabbit?

I've learned- if you don't know how to drive, don't buy a Ferrari-

5 things I want to know
1-How could anyone, including Jesus, endure the horror of a crucifixion?
2-Why did Jesus have to go through the crucifixion and not some other kind of death and resurrection?
3-Why did Peter go fishing after he denied he knew Jesus?
4-Why did God not allow Paul to go to Spain as he wanted?
5-Wasn't going to a roman jail instead of Spain a disappointment for Paul?

Scripture for today-Dear children, let us stop just saying we love each other; let us really show it by our actions. 1 John 3:18 (NLT)

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

Tuesday November 25, 2008 thought for the day

HAPPY THANKSGIVING-
Here are my thoughts for today
1-If you want to improve your relationship with your spouse, see love as a verb rather than as a feeling-
2-A formula for a successful relationship-treat all disasters as if they are trivial, but never treat a trivial as if it is a disaster-
3-All we really need to do to feel closer to someone is to pay closer attention to what it is they are saying-
4-When all hope is gone there is Easter dawn-
5-When facing a mountain, it is a hill from heavens point of view-

Strange thought-people who like sausage or respect the law should never watch either being made-

I've learned-when you live by yourself, all your annoying habits are gone-

5 things I want to know
1-Is it real humility that makes people great?
2-Are humility and self esteem related?
3-What did David mean by -the valley of the "shadow" of death?
4-Did Jesus feel fear before and during the crucifixion?
5-If Jesus knew his destiny, why did he ask God to take away his "cup of suffering"?

Scripture for today-… That you may love the Lord your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For the Lord is your life,..... Deuteronomy 30:20 (NIV)

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

Monday November 24, 2008 thought for the day

Happy Thanksgiving
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Confidence comes not from always being right but from not fearing to be wrong-
2-Force is all conquering but it's victories are short lived-
3-Never confuse movement with action-
4-Man's mind stretched to a new idea never goes back to its original dimensions-
5-Take time to deliberate, but when the time for action arrives, stop thinking and do-

Strange thought-if money is burning a hole in your picket, it's not a new pair of pants you need-

I've learned-if everyone says a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing-

5 things I want to know
1-Does the term "entire sanctification" infer there is partial sanctification?
2-What does the Biblical phrase mean "God will harden whom he wants to harden"?
3-Does Jesus command to "turn the other cheek" require the abused to accept additional abuse?
4-Does a Christian person have the right to resist an evil person?
5-Are Christians not to defend themselves in court but leave their vindication to God as Jesus did?

Scripture for today-We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19 (NIV)

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

Sunday November 23, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Wise men talk because they have something to say, foolish men talk because they have to say something-
2-A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity, an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty-
3-Observe your enemies for they are the first to see your faults-
4-It is so much easier to be critical than to be correct-
5-If you haven't the strength to impose your own terms on life, you must accept the terms it offers you-

Strange thought-People who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves seldom lose their shirts-

I've learned-An expert is one who is called in at the last minute to share the blame-

5 things I want to know
1-Some portions of the New Testament have footnotes saying this portion was not included with the earliest reliable manuscripts, so how and why was it included?
2-Mark is reported to be the earliest gospel written but it's original manuscript makes no reference to any resurrection appearances--why?
3-When was the first New Testament scripture written after Jesus's resurrection?
4-Is there any importance in knowing what order the gospels and Acts were written?
5-Are the "fruits of the spirit" a product of the saved or sanctified life?

Scripture for today-I command you: be firm and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the Lord, your God, is with you wherever you go--Joshua 1:9

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

Saturday November 22, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Don't worry about what you don't have if you do have faith-
2-Prayer is less about what I say and more about what I hear-
3-Ambition is the path to success, persistence is how you get there-
4-Good communication is not how much you talk but how well you listen-
5-What is the point of having experience, knowledge or talent if you don't give it away?

Strange thought-it is better to tighten you belt than to lose your pants-

I've learned-a little lie is no big thing, it is all those you have to tell to keep up with the first one that makes you uncomfortable-

5 things I want to know
1-Are miracles signs of love?
2-Why did God not provide any eye witnesses to Jesus's resurrection?
3-Did any religious leaders ever see the resurrected Jesus and if not, why not?
4-Why is there only one statement in the new testament about the resurrected Jesus appearing to 500 people and nothing in the gospels?
5-After Jesus's resurrection why is there no record of where or how he lived?

Scripture for today-Whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and Prophets--Matthew 7:12

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

Friday November 21, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The real secret to happiness is not what you give or receive but what you share-
2-People are lonely because they build walls instead of bridges-
3-Success never crowns those who are afraid to try-
4-Pass on your values, not just your assets-
5-Faith is not merely hope, it is more than belief, it is knowing of the heart-

Strange thought-today's trying times are tomorrows "good old days"-

I've learned-opportunities always look bigger going than coming-

5 things I want to know
1-Why were the women going to Jesus's tomb to anoint his body if they knew it had been securely sealed and guarded?
2-Why wouldn't all of Jesus's followers have wanted to go see for themselves that Jesus's tomb was empty?
3-Was Jesus's tomb ever used again?
4-Why wouldn't the empty tomb be a major symbol of Christianity like the cross has become?
5-Why is the resurrection celebrated at Easter?

Scripture for today-My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. James 1:19 (NIV)
I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday November 20, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-It is okay to use friendships as a drawing account, but don't forget to make your deposits-
2-It is nice to be important but even more important to be nice-
3-What you are is more important than what you've got-
4-The full use of today is the best preparation for tomorrow-
5-Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm-

Strange thought-bad public officials are elected by good citizens who don't vote-

I've learned-habit if not resisted soon becomes necessity-

5 things I want to know
1-Was the crucifixion really on Friday--could it have been on Wednesday and the resurrection on Saturday (the Jewish Sabbath)?
2-Jesus said he would spend 3 days and nights in the earth--did he?
3-Why do we celebrate the crucifixion on Friday and the resurrection on Sunday?
4-Was our Sunday the first day of the Jewish week?
5-Why were women the first to see the empty tomb?

Scripture for today-If you are angry, be sure that it is not out of wounded pride or bad temper. Never go to bed angry – don’t give the devil that sort of foothold. Ephesians 4:26-27 (PH)

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

Wednesday November 19, 2008 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Disappointments are like road bumps, they slow you down a bit but you enjoy smooth roads afterwards-
2-No one can go back and make a brand new start, but you can start from now and make a brand new ending-
3-God didn't promise days without pain, joy without sorrow, sun without rain--but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for tears and light for the way-
4-Love always grows when you generously share-
5-The person who talks without thinking runs more risks than the person who thinks without talking-

Strange thought-instead of crying over spilled milk, go milk another cow-

I've learned-success is determined by how determined you are to succeed-

5 things I want to know
1-Why was Matthew the only gospel to say that Roman guards were placed around Jesus tomb?
2-Why were the Jewish religious leaders afraid the disciples would steal Jesus's body?
3-At Jesus's death, did the disciples think their cause was over?
4-Why didn't the disciples understand that Jesus said He would be resurrected?
5-Why isn't the resurrection story the same in all four gospels?

Scripture for today-We are each responsible for our own conduct. Galatians 6:5 (NLT)

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

Tuesday November 18, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The measure of love is when you love without measure-
2-It is better to lose your pride to the one you love than to lose the one you love because of your pride-
3-We spend too much time looking for the right person to love, or finding fault with those we already have , when instead we should be perfecting the love we give-
4-When you truly love someone you don't look for faults or mistakes-
5-Never abandon an old friend for you will never find one who can take their place-

Strange thought-the only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible-

I've learned-You can't make someone love you, all you can do is to be someone who can be loved, the rest is up to the person to realize your worth-

5 things I want to know
1-Would Jesus's resurrection have been made known to the Roman authorities?
2-Why did Joseph of Arimethia ask to bury the body of Jesus?
3-How could Jesus have talked while hanging on the cross when is such pain?
4-Why doesn't the apostle's creed say Jesus's tomb was empty?
5-Why was Jesus's body put in a tomb and not in a common grave?

Scripture for today-One's life does not consist in the abundance if the things he possesses- Luke 12:15

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

Monday November 17, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Live lived to help others is the only one that matters-
2-People are like stained glass windows-they sparkle and shine when the sun is out but when darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within-
3-Many people fail in life not for lack of ability, brains or courage but simply because they have never organized their energies around a goal-
4-The future depends on what we do in the present-
5-It is hard when you fail but it is worse to have never tried to succeed-

Strange thought-if you want boys to do a job, remember that one boy is a boy, two boys are half a boy, and three boys are no boys at all-

I've learned-don't think there are no alligators just because the water is calm-

5 things I want to know-
1-What was Jesus's actual cause of death-lack of oxygen, loss of blood, heart stopped, etc.?
2-Why wasn't Jesus's body given to his family for burial?
3-Why wasn't Jesus's body buried with that of Joseph (his father)?
4-Why didn't Jesus's disciples take his body for burial?
5-Why couldn't Jesus have been resurrected from the cross instead of a tomb?

Scripture for today-“A warning given by an experienced person to someone willing to listen is more valuable than … jewelry made of the finest gold.” (Proverbs 25:12 TEV)

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

Sunday November 16, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Pride always blinds us to our faults-
2-The Bible is like a bottomless gold mine, the deeper you dig the more riches you discover-
3-Why some people repeatedly choose to do evil instead of good is a mystery to me because evil eventually destroys those who practice it-
4-We can't change the past, we can only seek god's forgiveness for whatever we did wrong-
5-Faith is not believing that God can, it is knowing that God will-

Strange thought-once the game is over, both the king and the pawn go back into the same box-

I've learned-if you don't economize you may have to agonize-

5 things I want to know
1-What were Jesus's thoughts about slavery?
2-Did Jesus really sweat drops of blood?
3-How was it possible for Jesus to survive the Roman flogging?
4-Why did Jesus have to be crucified and not just beaten to death?
5-How could Jesus have possibly survived the pain of beating, nailing and hanging?

Scripture for today-His name alone is exalted; His glory is above the earth and heaven-Psalm 148:13

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

Saturday November 15, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL COLORS
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Bible prophecy begins and ends with the nation of Israel-
2-America's moral compass has been replaced by moral relativism-
3-Love is not something you say, it is something you do-
4-Unfortunately, even our best efforts may not change another person's attitude-
5-Be at peace with God and yourself-

Strange thought-daylight and wisdom will both peep through a very small hole-

I've learned-computers can figure out all kinds of problems except for the things in the world that just don't add up-

5 things I want to know
1-Was hell ready for Satan before he was removed from heaven?
2-Do all angels have free will just as Satan did before he rebelled?
3-Did Satan ever worship God or did he have a rebellious spirit from his beginning?
4-Was there slavery in Bible times as we know it in our cultures past?
5-Was slavery an evil thing in Jesus's time?

Scripture for today-Regarding life together and getting along with each other, you don’t need me to tell you what to do. You’re God-taught in these matters. Just love one another! 1 Thessalonians 4:9 (MSG)

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

Friday November 14, 2008 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL FALL COLORS-
Here are my thoughts for today
1-"Give and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over"!
2-There is no gift so lowly that it cannot be offered with love and praise to God-
3-Problems come not to obstruct but to instruct-
4-There is a fine line between building a bridge to the unsaved and compromising biblical truth-
5-The constitution of the US was made for a moral and religious people-

Strange thought-a right train of thought will bring you to a better station in life-

I've learned-the peacock of today may be the feather duster of tomorrow-

5 things I want to know
1-Was the serpent in the Garden of Eden really a snake or an evil spirit?
2-Are there different levels of punishment in hell?
3-Will all sinners receive identical punishment in hell?
4-How could Satan as a created being rebel against God?
5-Was hell in existence from the beginning or was it created for sin once it appeared in mankind?

Scripture for today-Jesus replied, “The most important commandment is this: ‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is the one and only Lord. And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength.’ The second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ No other commandment is greater than these.” Mark 12:29-31 (NLT)

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

Thursday November 13, 2008 thought for the day

DO YOU SEE THE FACE?
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Don't try changing the world, try changing yourself-
2-Laughter is an instant vacation-
3-Every exit is an entrance to somewhere else-
4-The past is a place of reference, not a place or residency-
5-Having enough has little to do with the amount of cash a person has and everything to do with a sense of boundless provision-

Strange thought-a raison is a grape that has had too many worries-

I've learned-what we say is important for in most cases the mouth speaks what the heart is full of-

5 things I want to know
1-Did God create the place of hell?
2-Did the Last supper and the disciples gathering in an Upper Room occur in the same place?
3-Why would Eve have listened to the serpent instead of God?
4-How long had Adam and Eve lived in the garden and walked with God before disobeying?
5-Why was the potential enjoyment of the forbidden fruit to Adam/Eve greater than obeying God's command and enjoying his fellowship?

Scripture for today-Counsel in the heart of man is like water in a deep well, but a man of understanding draws it out. Proverbs 20:5 (AMP)

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

Wednesday November 12, 2008 thought for the day

DO YOU SEE THE FACES?
Here are my thoughts for today
1-You may not get all you work for but you must work for all you get-
2-To avoid situations in which you might make mistakes may the biggest mistake of all-
3-The eyes see only what the mind is prepared to comprehend-
4-The search for truth is as important as its possession-
5-Regret for wasted time is more wasted time-

Strange thought-you will never stumble on anything good while sitting-

I've learned-the strongest words are usually used in the weakest arguments-

5 things I want to know
1-What did Jesus "empty himself" of?
2-When Jesus was human did he possess all the attributes of God?
3-Is sin first and foremost a defiance of God's laws?
4-Does God have human emotions-laugh, cry, angry, sadness, etc?
5-If God is loving and compassionate, how could he have a plan of pain and suffering for those who love him?

Scripture for today-Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. 1 John 4:11 (NIV)

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