Saturday September 30, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-A personal relationship with God cannot be handed down from parent to children.  Everyone has to commit to it on their own-

2-Jesus birth was unannounced except for shepherds and foreigners-

3-The fact that something is not wrong in itself does not mean that it is good for you at any given time-

4-In the Gospels, twelve men are usually called the disciples, but in he book or Acts they are called apostles-

5-Jesus loves the whole world even though it is in rebellion against God-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Momentum is what you give a person when they are going away-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Being faithful in the smallest things is the way to gain, maintain and demonstrate the strength needed to accomplish something great-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Wandering albatross devote a full year to raising their young-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-When does a soul come into existence?

2-Does God's silence mean he is absent or has turned his back on us like he did with Jesus on the cross?

3-Is the punishment of hell eternal or does it end in annihilation?

4-Are the sinners in hell destroyed by the flames of hell or just tormented by them forever?

5-Is a soul ever destroyed?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

The Lord moved David to number the people of Israel, according to 2 Samuel 24:1.  Who in the story  in 1 chronicles 21, moved David to do this?

Answer for today    satan

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Psalm 1:1-3   Happy are those who don’t listen to the wicked,
    Who don’t go where sinners go,
    Who don’t do what evil people do.
² They love the Lord’s teachings,
    And they think about those teachings day and night.
³ They are strong, like a tree planted by a river.
    The tree produces fruit in season,
    And its leaves don’t die.
Everything they do will succeed. 

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, I ask you to grow in me the desire to delight in your pathway- 

TODAY WILL NEVER COME AGAIN. BE A BESSING, BE A FRIEND, ENCOURAGE SOMEONE, TAKE TIME TO CARE. LET YOUR WORDS AND ACTIONS HEAL AND NOT WOUND-

Friday Sepember 29, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-God's best servants are often ordinary people who make themselves available to him-

2-Repentance has two sides-turning away from sins and turning toward God and to truly repent.  We need to do both-

3-To "prepare the way" means clearing aside the baggage of the past and the doubts of the present in order to let God come into your life-

4-Confession of sins and a changed life are inseparable-

5-Following Jesus means more than saying the right words, it means acting on what he says-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Magnet is something  you find crawling all over a dead cat-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The way of the Christian life is not the way of wisdom or success, but the way of faithfulness-

 

DID YOU KNOW

To be called a mammal, the female must feed her young on milk she has produced-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why didn't Potiphar have Joseph killed after his wife's false accusations about Joseph?

2-Why does God respond so slowly sometimes to his children being mistreated?

3-Why don't we study early christian martyrs?

4-Do all good things come from God and all bad things from satan?

5-Where is God when evil is in control or our lives are in shambles?

 

BIBLE TRIVA

Absalom had, according to 2nd Samuel 14:27, three sons.  How many did he have , according to 2nd Samuel 18:18?

Answer for today    none

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Psalm 37:4-6   Enjoy serving the Lord, and he will give you what you want.
⁵ Depend on the Lord; trust him, and he will take care of you.
⁶ Then your goodness will shine like the sun, and your fairness like the noonday sun.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, I humble myself so that I might hear you speak and that I can by faith join you in what you desire to do in my life-

 

I PRAY THAT GOD GIVES YOU STRENGTH IN YOUR STRUGGLE, PEACE IN YOUR PAIN, AND VICTORY IN YOUR VALLEY-

Thursday September 28, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The name John means "THE LORD IS GRACIOUS"    

   The name Jesus means "THE LORD SAVES" 

2-Many of the people God used to accomplish great things started out as real doubters-

3-Don't deny, belittle or ignore your gifts.  Thank God for them and use them for his glory-

4-Mary had known Jesus' mission from before his birth-

5-Why did John the Baptist choose to live in the wilderness-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Liter is a nest of young puppies-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The measure of a person's greatness is not the number of their servants but the number of people they serve-

 

DID YOU KNOW

It takes twenty four hours for a tiny newborn swan to peck its way out of its shell-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Luke says the angel told Zachariah that his son John would be filled with the Holy Spirit before he was born.  Was he the only person to receive the Holy Spirit without asking for the Holy Spirit to come into his life?

2-Why shouldn't we always feel the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives?

3-Are the "fruits of the Spirit" to be displayed in us or to be practiced by by us?

4-Why are the "fruits of the Spirit" called fruits?

5-How long was Joseph a slave in Potiphar's house before he was placed in a position of trust?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

In 1 Samuel 31:3-4, Saul takes his own life after being wounded.  In 2 Samuel 1, who claims he actually killed Saul?

Answer for today     Saul's Amalekite bodyguard

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Hebrews 6:13-15   God made a promise to Abraham. And as there is no one greater than God, he used himself when he swore to Abraham, ¹⁴ saying, “I will surely bless you and give you many descendants.” ¹⁵ Abraham waited patiently for this to happen, and he received what God promised.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, thank you for sending your son to die on the cross for our sins.  Give me an opportunity today to share this gospel message with someone who needs you-

 

MAY YOU ALWAYS HAVE LOVE TO SHARE, HEALTH TO SPARE AND FRIENDS THAT CARE-

Wednesday September 27, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

 

1-The main purpose of the Gospel writers was not to present an exact chronological account of Jesus life, but to give an accurate record of his message-

2-The essence of worshiping God is to regard him with utmost love, respect and devotion-

3-In times of great stress you are vulnerable to temptation-

4-If you want to have your payers answered, you must be open to what God can do in impossible situations-

5-Only two angels are mentioned by name in scripture-Michael and Gabriel-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Germinate is to become a naturalized German citizen

 

I'VE LEARNED

Forgiveness is based on grace and trust is based on works.  You earn trust but you don't earn forgiveness-

 

DID YOU  KNOW

It may take longer than two days for a chick to break out of its shell-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does every body receive at least one opportunity to come to God?

2-Do Christians do better at handling pain or pleasure?

3-Should we serve or celebrate communion?

4-Should Christians go where sinners are and associate with them, or separate from them?

5-Does joy come from rejoicing or rejoicing from joy?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

1 Samuel 17, David is the slayer of Goliath.  According to 2 Samuel 21:19, who killed the giant (check a modern translation)

Answer for today    Elhanan

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Revelation 5:11-12   Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels around the throne, and the four living creatures, and the elders. There were thousands and thousands of angels, ¹² saying in a loud voice: “The Lamb who was killed is worthy to receive power, wealth, wisdom, and strength,
Honor, glory, and praise!”

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

 

Jesus, you alone are worthy of all praise and honor and glory.  I thank you for your life, your death, and your resurrection.

 

LIVE SIMPLY! LOVE GENEROUSLY! CARE DEEPLY! SPEAK KINDLY! LEAVE THE REST WITH GOD!

Tuesday September 26, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Wealth is not a sign of faith or of partiality on God's part-

2-There is no substitute for prayer, especially in circumstances that seem impossible-

3-God will answer your prayers, but not as a result of your positive mental attitude-

4-God's laws are not burdensome.  They can be reduced to two simple principles-Love God and love others-

5-Live for Jesus even when no one is looking-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

A fossil is an extinct animal.  The older it is, the more extinct it is-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Forgiveness does not mean instant restoration of trust.  Forgiveness is instant and based on grace.  Trust must be rebuilt over time-

 

DID YOU KNOW

It takes forty two days for an ostrich egg to hatch-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Jesus twice touched the blind man brought to him for healing.  Why was two touches necessary?

2-If our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, is it sacred or holy?

3-If our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit why don't preachers preach on taking care of it by living and eating right?

4-Can something sacred be only temporarily sacred?

5-Is genuine forgiveness a christian virtue only?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

In 1 Samuel 16:19-21, David comes to know Saul by being employed as his harpist.  In 1 Samuel 17, how does David come to know Saul?

Answer for today     Through the killing of Goliath

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

1 Peter 3:8-9   "Finally, all of you should be in agreement, understanding each other, loving each other as family, being kind and humble. ⁹ Do not do wrong to repay a wrong, and do not insult to repay an insult. But repay with a blessing, because you yourselves were called to do this so that you might receive a blessing."

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, help me love others as you have loved me-

 

 I WISH YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER,  FORGIVENESS AND THANKSGIVING-

 

 

Sunday September 24, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The Herodians were a Jewish political party who were normally at odds with the Pharisees but who joined forced against Jesus-

2-Being a good disciple is simply a matter of following with a willing heart-

3-Apostle means messenger or authorized representative-

4-Deliberate, ongoing rejection of the work of the Holy Spirit is blasphemy because it is rejecting God himself-

5-Helping those in need is one of the most important ways to honor God-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The tides are a fight between the earth and the moon.  All water tends towards the moon because there is no water on the moon and nature abhors a vacuum.  I forgot where the sun joins in the fight-

 

I'VE LEARNED

As a christian I have more wealth than I could ever imagine and more than I'll ever deserve-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A baby gray whale drinks enough milk to fill more than two thousand bottles a day-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Between Malachi and Matthew why is there 400 years of no scripture.  Was God silent all this time?

2-Is anything coincidental in the life of the christian?

3-Does God's silence mean God's absence?

4-Why are there so many overweight Christians?

5-Is gluttony (excessive eating) a sin?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

According to 1 Samuel 16:10-11, David had eight brothers.  How many in 1 Chronicles 2:13-15 does it say he has?

Answer for today    Seven

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

1  Thessalonians 5:23-24  "Now may God himself, the God of peace, make you pure, belonging only to him. May your whole self—spirit, soul, and body—be kept safe and without fault when our Lord Jesus Christ comes. ²⁴ You can trust the One who calls you to do that for you."

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, thank you that we can trust you to enable us to do what you have called us to do-

 

I WISH YOU LOVE IN YOUR HEART-PEACE IN YOUR SOUL- JOY IN YOUR LIFE-ALWAYS-

 

 

Friday September 22, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The purpose of John the Baptist's preaching was to prepare people to accept Jesus as God's son-

2-Anger itself is not wrong.  It depends on what makes us angry and what we do with our anger-

3-Use your anger to find constructive solutions rather than to tear people down-

4-The book of Mark records more of Jesus' miracles than sermons-

5-The pharisees hated Jesus because he challenged their proud attitudes and dishonorable motives-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

A permanent set of teeth consist of 8 canines, 8 cuspids, two molars and 8 cuspidors-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Success is more attitude than aptitude-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A baby giraffe is about six feet tall at birth-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Do we sin because we want to or because of who we are?

2-How do we know when repentance is genuine?

3-Does God's presence always guarantee God's blessing?

4-Does God's presence mean that God's power is present?

5-Why do we so often fail following spiritual victory?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

Deuteronomy 15:4 says"There shall be no poor among you."  What does Deuteronomy 15:11 say?

Answer for today  "There will always be poor people in the land"

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Ephesians 1:3-4   "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. In Christ, God has given us every spiritual blessing in the heavenly world. ⁴ That is, in Christ, he chose us before the world was made so that we would be his holy people—people without blame before him." 

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, thank you for the spiritual blessings that are mine because of Jesus-

 

 I PRAY THAT GOD GIVES YOU STRENGTH IN YOUR STRUGGLE, PEACE IN YOUR PAIN, AND VICTORY IN YOUR VALLEY-

 

 

Thursday September 21, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The religious leaders were determined to kill Jesus and they broke several commandments in order to do so-

2-It is ironic that's Barabbas was guilty of the crime for which Jesus was accused-being a rebel  who claimed to be a king and thus a threat to Caesar-

3-The stone over Jesus' tomb was not rolled aside so Jesus could get out, but so others could get in and see that Jesus had indeed risen from the dead, just as he promised-

4-The resurrection of Jesus is the corner stone of the christian faith-

5-Baptism symbolizes submission to Jesus, a willingness to live God's way, and identification with God's covenant people-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The skeleton is what is left after the insides have been taken out and the outsides have been taken off.  The purpose of the skeleton is something to hang meat to-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Forgiveness is a life style-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A baby beaver stays with its parents for a period of two years-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How was it possible for David (a man after God's heart) to lust after Bathsheba when he already had numerous wives and concubines?

2-To be forgiven by God do we need to repent and ask for it, or just admit we have sinned?

3-Did David ask Bathsheba to come to him or was she commanded to do so?

4-Did Bathsheba know why David had beckoned her and did she have an option of not doing so?

5-Did Bathsheba know that King David from his palace would be watching her sunbathing?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

According to Deuteronomy 10:6 Aaron died at Moserah.  Where, according to Numbers 20:28, did he die?

Answer for today     Mount Hor

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Psalm 128:1-4   Happy are those who respect the Lord and obey him.
² You will enjoy what you work for, and you will be blessed with good things.
³ Your wife will give you many children, like a vine that produces much fruit.
Your children will bring you much good, like olive branches that produce many olives.
⁴ This is how the man who respects the Lord will be blessed.

 

PRAYER FOR THE TODAY

 

  Father, you are my greatest blessing.  Help me to live consistently in light of this wonderful truth-

 

MAY YOU ALWAYS HAVE LOVE TO SHARE, HEALTH TO SPARE AND FRIENDS THAT CARE-

Wednesday Septemer 20, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Matthew alone records the exact amount of money Judas accepted to betray Jesus-

2-When Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss, Jesus stilled called him friend-

3-The Jewish leaders had Jesus arrested on theological grounds of blasphemy-

4-Jesus first words to Peter were "Come, follow me:.  His last words to him were "you must follow me"-

5-When Pilate offered the Jewish people a choice between two men to be released to them, their names were "Jesus Barabbas" and "Jesus the Messiah"-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The pistol of a flower is the only protection against insects-

 

I'VE LEARNED

One candle can light many candles without diminishing it's own light-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A baby platypus remains blind after birth for eleven weeks-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Can you live the christian life of faith all alone?

2-If Saul would be such a bad character, why did God chose him to be king of Israel?

3-Is it possible for a christian to live his whole life and never be discouraged or depressed?

4-Is it true no man sins to himself?

5-Does having a heart for God make you sinless?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

According to Numbers 13:3 the mission of the twelve  Israelite spies started from Paran.  In Numbers 20:1, where does the mission start?

Answer for today    Kadesh Barnea

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

1 Corinthians 1:18-19     The teaching about the cross is foolishness to those who are being lost, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. ¹⁹ It is written in the Scriptures “I will cause the wise to lose their wisdom; I will make the wise unable to understand.”

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

  

Father, The message of the cross may be foolishness to a lost world, but I know it has the power to change lives-

 

LIVE SIMPLY! LOVE GENEROUSLY! CARE DEEPLY! SPEAK KINDLY! LEAVE THE REST WITH GOD!

Tuesday September 19, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice-

2-If the mother of James and John was a sister of Jesus  mother Mary, Jesus and the two brothers were 1st cousins-

3-"Weeping and gnashing of teeth" is a phrase used to describe despair-

4-God's coming judgement is as certain as Jesus' returning to earth-

5-The issue is not how much we have, but how well we use what we have-

STRANGE THOUGHT

Mushrooms always grow in damp places so they look like umbrellas-

I'VE LEARNED

God's first law of economics is still to seek his kingdom first, then all things shall be added to you-

DID YOU KNOW

A baby caribou is so swift it can easily outrun its mother when it is only three days old-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does the Holy Spirit experience make you less likely to sin?

2-Will you go to heaven without the Holy Spirit experience?

3-Did God actually send an evil spirit on Saul?

4-What is a kindred spirit?

5-What is a "carnal christian"?

BIBLE TRIVIA

The Levites entered the service of the sanctuary at age 30, according to Numbers 4:3.  At what age, according to Numbers 8:24, did they enter the service?

Answer for today   25

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

ROMANS 11:33-36   ³³ Yes, God’s riches are very great, and his wisdom and knowledge have no end! No one can explain the things God decides or understand his ways. ³⁴ As the Scripture says,“Who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been able to give him advice?” That he must pay back.” ³⁶ Yes, God made all things, and everything continues through him and for him. To him be the glory forever! Amen.

PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, as I pursue knowledge of you, enable me to wisely apply your truth-

I WISH YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER, FORGIVENESS AND THANKSGIVING-

Monday September 18, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-If we are Christians we can be encouraged that God has prepared a place for us in eternity and that Jesus has prepared us for this place-

2-It is not the truth you know, but the truth you obey that impacts your christian walk and witness-

3-Prayer is a privilege-

4-To pray is to acknowledge the presence of God-

5-What consumes your mind controls your life-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Dew is formed on leaves when the sun shines down on them and makes them perspire-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The hand that gives, gathers-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A baby blue whale is twenty five feet long at birth-

 

FIVE THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Is the Holy Spirit experience for every christian?

2-Are you a better christian from having the Holy Spirit experience?

3-What does the Holy Spirit experience do for you spiritually?

4-How do the "fruits of the Spirit" and the "gifts of the Spirit" relate to the Holy Spirit experience?

5-Is there only a one time filling of the Holy Spirit or multiple fillings?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

In Exodus 33:20, God tells Moses that no man can see God's face.  According to Exodus 33:11, what man saw God face to face?

Answer for today    Moses      Why the difference?

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Proverbs 4:5-7   Get wisdom and understanding. Don’t forget or ignore my words.
⁶ Hold on to wisdom, and it will take care of you. Love it, and it will keep you safe.
⁷ Wisdom is the most important thing, so get wisdom. If it costs everything you have, get understanding.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, help me to make your wisdom the main thing in my life-

 

MAY YOU HAVE ENOUGH HAPPINESS TO MAKE YOU SWEET, ENOUGH TRIALS TO MAKE YOU STRONG,  ENOUGH SORROW TO KEEP YOU HUMAN AND ENOUGH HOPE TO MAKE YOU HAPPY-     

Sunday September 17, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The right to life is the first among human rights-

2-If we do not feel grateful for what we already have, why do we think we would be happy with more-

3-Success is when you look back at your life and the memories make you smile-

4-Today, I will do what others won't so tomorrow I will do what others can't-

5-The simple yet profound words "Good tidings of great joy" can touch the heart of even the most troubled soul-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The moon is like a planet, just like the earth, only it is even deader-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Nothing the heart gives away is lost, it is kept on the hearts of others- 

 

DID YOU KNOW

A jiffy is an actual unit of time:  one hundredth of a second.  Thus the saying, "I'll be there in a jiffy"-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-When  does the Holy Spirit experience happen?

2-Is the Holy Spirit experience a "second work of Grace"?  

3-What is the evidence of a Holy Spirit experience?

4-Can you lose the Holy Spirit experience or is it permanent?

5-How does the Holy Spirit experience affect your daily christian life?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

According to Genesis 25:1, Abraham's second wife was Keturah.  According to 1 Chronicles 1:32, what was Keturah?

Answer for today    his concubine

 

SCRIPTURES FOR TODAY

Proverbs 2:1-6   My child, listen to what I say and remember what I command you.
² Listen carefully to wisdom, set your mind on understanding.
³ Cry out for wisdom, and beg for understanding.
⁴ Search for it like silver, and hunt for it like hidden treasure.
⁵ Then you will understand respect for the Lord, and you will find that you know God.
⁶ Only the Lord gives wisdom; he gives knowledge and understanding.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

 

Father, I want to know you.  Give me the energy and passion to pursue you with all of my heart-

 

I WISH YOU LOVE IN YOUR HEART-PEACE IN YOUR SOUL- JOY IN YOUR LIFE-ALWAYS-

 

 

Saturday September 16, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-If you genuinely love someone, don't ever decorate their eyes with tears, their ears with lies or their heart with wounds-

2-Never lie to someone who trusts you, and never trust someone who lies to you-

3-The grace of God is the mending glue for broken hearts-

4-On the cross, Jesus took the hand of God in one hand, and the hand of mankind in the other and joined them together-

5-Promote what you love instead of bashing what you hate-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Respiration is composed of two acts, inspiration and expectoration-  

 

I'VE LEARNED 

Giving is the greatest of all pleasures-

 

DID YOU KNOW

At room temperature, the average air molecule travels at the speed of a rifle bullet-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What does it mean to be a man after God's own heart?

2-What kind of people does God chose and use?

3-Do the scriptures exhort us to be baptized by the Holy Spirit?

4-Is being filled with the Holy Spirit the same as being baptized by the Holy Spirit?

5-Is the Holy Spirit experience separate from being saved?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

Revelation 22:17   "Let whoever is thirsty come"

This new testament passage is found in what old testament book?

Answer for today    Isaiah 55:1

 

SCRIPTURE FOR THE DAY

Psalm 111:10   Wisdom begins with respect for the Lord; those who obey his orders have good understanding. He should be praised forever.

 

PRAYER FOR THE DAY

 

 

Father, may I always praise you with the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart-

 

TODAY WILL NEVER COME AGAIN. BE A BESSING, BE A FRIEND, ENCOURAGE SOMEONE, TAKE TIME TO CARE. LET YOUR WORDS AND ACTIONS HEAL AND NOT WOUND-

 

 

Friday Sepember 15, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-"Real" isn't who is with you at your celebration.  "Real" is who is standing next to you at rock bottom-

2-I don't care how attractive you think you look. If you have an ugly heart, you are ugly-

3-Time is precious.  Make sure you spend it with the right people-

4-I will never regret getting older.  I know too many people who never had that privilege-

5-If I am wrong, educate me, don't belittle me-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Blood flows down one leg and up the other-

 

I'VE LEARNED

If your heart is full of God's love, you always have something to give-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Twenty years make up a vicennial period-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Did Jesus own anything besides his robe and sandals?

2-How did Jesus obtain his clothing?

3-Would Jesus have hung naked on the cross?

4-Was the cross used by Jesus any different from those used in other crucifixions?

5-How did the gospel writers know that the curtain in the temple was torn in two pieces when Jesus died?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

Revelation 2:27  ‘You will rule over them with an iron rod, as when pottery is broken into pieces.’

This new testament passage is found in what old testament book?

Answer for today    Psalm 2:9

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

James 1:5-6   "But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous to everyone and will give you wisdom without criticizing you.

⁶ But when you ask God, you must believe and not doubt. Anyone who doubts is like a wave in the sea, blown up and down by the wind."

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, I ask you boldly and without doubting for you to give me help and understanding in my trials-

 

I PRAY THAT GOD GIVES YOU STRENGTH IN YOUR STRUGGLE, PEACE IN YOUR PAIN, AND VICTORY IN YOUR VALLEY-

Thursday September 14, 2017 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Some people will never change and you just have to accept that-

2-Never define anyone by their relationship status, income or their looks.  It is their generosity, kindness and compassion that really count-

3-Nobody is perfect, everyone makes mistakes, but some mistakes teach you great lessons and make you a better person-

4-As we grow older, we don't lose friends, we just learn who the real ones are-

5-Be kind to unkind people, they need it the most-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Water is composed of two gins-oxygen and hydrogen-

 

I'VE LEARNED

It is possible to give away and become richer. It is also possible to hold on too tightly and lose everything-

 

DID YOU KNOW

The smallest unit of time is the yoctosecond-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Is God actually a father or is it a symbolic reference?

2-Why didn't Jesus speak first to the two hanging thieves about their need for repentance?

3-What was the robe like that Jesus wore.  Was it like all other of his time?

4-How could Jesus' robe be seamless?

5-Where did Jesus' robe come from and when did he start wearing it?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

2 Peter 3:8   "To the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years is as one day."

This new testament passage is found in what old testament book?

Answer for today   Psalm 90:4 

 

SCRIPTURE FOR THE DAY

Isaiah 43:2-3   "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. When you cross rivers, you will not drown.
When you walk through fire, you will not be burned. Nor will the flames hurt you."

 

PRAYER FOR THE DAY

 

Father, help me to focus on your presence during life's trials-

 

MAY YOU ALWAYS HAVE LOVE TO SHARE, HEALTH TO SPARE AND FRIENDS THAT CARE-

Wednesday September 13, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-When you are standing at the intersection of your skill and God's call, you are standing at the corner of Promised Land Ave and Glory Days Boulevard-

2-What brings you joy says a lot about who you are-

3-You don't have to seek God's blessing, all you have to do is seek God and his blessings come automatically from him-

4-Having a place to go is home.  Having someone to love is family.  Having both is a blessing-

5-The chains of habit are generally too small to be felt until they are too strong to be broken-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

H2O is hot water and C2O is cold water-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Charity gives itself rich, covetousness hoards itself poor-

 

DID YOU KNOW

A standard grave measures 7'8" by 3'2" by 6'

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What caused the one thief to say to Jesus "Remember me when you come into your kingdom?

2-Was the sign put on Jesus' cross a proclamation or a mockery?

3-Why was there two additional crosses on Calvary with Jesus, why not more, only one or none?

4-Was Golgotha a regular crucifixion site?

5-Could it be that the two crosses on Calvary with Jesus symbolize God's gift to us of choice?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

2 Peter 2:22    “A dog goes back to what it has thrown up,” and, “After a pig is washed, it goes back and rolls in the mud.”

This new testament passage is found in what old testament book?

Answer for today      Proverbs 26:11

 

SCRIPTURE FOR THE DAY

Psalm 4:6-8   Many people ask, “Who will give us anything good?” Lord, be kind to us.
⁷ But you have made me very happy, happier than they are, even with all their grain and new wine.
⁸ I go to bed and sleep in peace, because, Lord, only you keep me safe.

 

PRAYER FOR THE DAY

 

 

Father, I am grateful for your gifts of gladness and peace today-

 

LIVE SIMPLY! LOVE GENEROUSLY! CARE DEEPLY! SPEAK KINDLY! LEAVE THE REST WITH GOD!

 

 

Tuesday September 12, 2017 thought for the day

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

1-Don't waste failures by failing to learn from them-

2-Obedience is the door to all doors-

3-Obedience leads to blessings, disobedience leads to trouble-

4-Beach front property isn't worth much if it can't withstand the storms-

5-There is an oak tree in the acorn-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

You can't teach an old mouse old tricks-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The most difficult thing to give away is kindness for it is usually returned-

 

DID YOU KNOW

The CN Tower in Toronto is the tallest free standing structure in the world-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Did Jesus divine nature help him through the crucifixion or had he lost it since God could not look at him-

2-Why was a sign in 3 languages put on the cross over Jesus' head?

3-Why did Pilate refuse to change the wording on the cross sign "King of the Jews"?

4-Is it possible one of the two thieves being crucified along with Jesus had previously become a believer in Jesus?

5-Why was Jesus not crucified alone?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

1 Peter 4:18   “If it is very hard for a good person to be saved, the wicked person and the sinner will surely be lost?"

This new testament passage is found in what old testament book?

Answer for today     Proverbs 11:31

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Matthew 10:29-31   "Two sparrows cost only a penny, but not even one of them can die without your Father’s knowing it. ³⁰ God even knows how many hairs are on your head. ³¹ So don’t be afraid. You are worth much more than many sparrows."

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, thank you for your constant love and perfect care-

 

I WISH YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER, FORGIVENESS AND THANKSGIVING-