Tuesday March 17, 2009 thought for the day

HAPPY ST PATRICK'S DAY
Here are my thoughts for today
1-By refusing grace we play God and punish ourselves-
2-You never find yourself until you face the truth-
3-Worship does not satisfy our hunger for God, it wets our appetite-
4-God doesn't ask us true or false questions, he asks us yes or no questions-
5-What is faith unless you believe what you do not see-

Strange thought-it is no use carrying an umbrella if your shoes are leaking-

I've learned-You can't make grace happen-

5 things I want to know
1-Was Judas ever a true follower of Jesus?
2-How can Satan enter a follower of Jesus as he did with Judas and they not know it?
3-Who was the first person in the Bible brought back to life?
4-Did Judas ever realize Jesus was who he said he was?
5-Is Judas remembered for what he did or for what he was?

Scripture for today Proverbs 20:19-24
19 Gossips can't keep secrets, so avoid people who talk too much.
20 Those who curse their father or mother will be like a light going out in darkness.
21 Wealth inherited quickly in the beginning will do you no good in the end.
22 Don't say "I'll pay you back for the wrong you did." Wait for the Lord, and he will make things right.
23 The Lord hates dishonest weights, and dishonest scales do not please him.
24 The Lord decides what a person will do; no one understands what his life is all about.

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

Monday March 16, 2009 thought for the day

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Questions are the pump that makes answers flow-
2-The face is the mirror of the soul-
3-There is nothing that elicits response from people more than to feel they are dealing with someone who is on their level-
4-God comes in where your helplessness begins-
5-We can't perform to earn God's grace-God's grace gives us the freedom to respond by doing good-

Strange thought-Even a small thorn causes festering-

I've learned-Without ambition nothing gets done-

5 things I want to know
1-The apostles creed says that Jesus was in hell sometime between his crucifixion and resurrection, so did it's occupants know who Jesus was?
2-What was Jesus's purpose in entering hell?
3-What really caused Judas to betray Jesus?
4-Why did Jesus not talk about his time between his death and his resurrection?
5-Was Judas different from the other 11 disciples?

Scripture for today Proverbs 20:13-18
13 If you love to sleep you will be poor. If you stay awake, you will have plenty of food.
14 Buyers say, "This is bad. It is no good." Then they go away and brag about what they bought.
15 There is gold and plenty of rubies, but only a few people speak with knowledge.
16 Take the coat of someone who promises to pay a stranger's debts, and keep it until he pays what the stranger owes.
17 Stolen food may taste sweet at first, but later it will feel like a mouth full of gravel.
18 Get advice if you want your plans to work. If you go to war, get the advice of others.

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

Sunday March 15, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Hope is stronger than memory, the open tomb stronger than the bloodied cross, the risen Lord stronger than the dead Jesus, Easter stronger than Good Friday, the resurrection stronger than the crucifixion-
2-Joy is a condition we are in because of a decision we've made-
3-What soap is for the body, tears are for the soul-
4-Chastity is the most unpopular of all the Christian values-
5-The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it-

Strange thought-every dog is brave on it's own doorstep-

I've learned-Without ambition, nothing gets done-

5 things I want to know
1-Why could God not look at Jesus while he hung on a cross?
2-Had God abandoned Jesus during all of the good Friday proceedings?
3-Did Jesus know what faced him in death in hell?
4-What would hell have been like when Jesus went there upon dying before his resurrection?
5-Did Jesus suffer in hell like human sinners do?

Scripture for today Proverbs 20:7-12
7 The good people who live honest lives will be a blessing to their children.
8 When a king sits on his throne to judge, he knows evil when he sees it.
9 No one can ever say "I am innocent, I have never done anything wrong."
10 The Lord hates both of these things: dishonest weights and dishonest measures.
11 Even children are know by their behavior; their actions show if they are innocent and good.
12 The Lord has made both these things; ears to hear and eyes to see.

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

Saturday March 14, 2009 thought for the day

A BEAUTIFUL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Coping with difficult people is always a problem, especially if that person happens to be yourself-
2-If we put our work any place higher than third place we have our priorities mixed up-
3-No Christian is meant to be a self sufficient hero in spiritual battles-
4-Striving for excellence is a worthy goal but perfection is impossible-
5-Progress is more important than perfectionism-

Strange thought-You'll never plow a field by turning it over in your mind-

I've learned-While you can't avoid conflict, you can grow through it-

5 things I want to know
1-Why is the fourth commandment all but ignored by Christians today?
2-Do we desecrate our places of worship by dressing so skimpily?
3-How can you love someone when you don't like them?
4-Was Jesus's mother Mary a widow at the time of Jesus's death?
5-Did Mary the mother of Jesus ever see her resurrected son?

Scripture for today Proverbs 20:1-6
1 Wine and beer make people loud and uncontrolled; it is not wise to get drunk on them.
2 An angry king is like a roaring lion. Making him angry may cost you your life.
3 Foolish people are always fighting, but avoiding quarrels will bring you honor.
4 Lazy farmers don't plow when they should, they expect a harvest, but there is none.
5 People's thoughts can be like a deep well, but someone with understanding can find the wisdom there.
6 Many people claim to be loyal, but it hard to find a trustworthy person.

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

Friday March 13, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Perseverance is a great element of success-
2-God loves you not for what you do but simply because you belong to him-
3-You can't save yourself by pulling on your own bootstraps even when they are made of the finest religious leather-
4-The church is at its best when people with nothing in common are united in Jesus-
5-When a person treats with contempt a person of another race they are revealing weaknesses in their own character-

Strange thought-Why isn't there mouse flavored cat food?

I've learned-A man is rich according to what he is, not what he has.

5 things I want to know
1-Why are so many parts of the Bible not clear and difficult to understand?
2-Why weren't the words that Jesus spoke recorded immediately by the disciples?
3-Does it matter in which order the books of the Bible are listed in?
4-How can I be sure that what I take to be the Holy Spirits enlightenment is not just self delusion?
5-What subject did Jesus talk about the most?

Scripture for today Proverbs 19:23-29
23 Those who respect the Lord will live and be satisfied, unbothered by trouble.
24 Though the lazy person puts his hand in the dish, he won't lift the food to his mouth.
25 Whip those who make fun of wisdom, and perhaps foolish people will gain some wisdom. Correct those with understanding and they will gain knowledge.
26 A son who robs his father and sends away his mother brings shame and disgrace on himself.
27 Don't stop listening to correction, my child, or you will forget what you have already learned.
28 An evil witness makes fun of fairness, and wicked people love what is evil.
29 People who make fun of wisdom will be punished, and the backs of foolish people will be beaten.

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

Thursday March 12, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Always believe the best of everybody--it will save you so much trouble-
2-There is a big difference between the joy of optimism and the joy that comes with knowing you're in God's will.
3-Heaven is seen more clearly through the prism of tears-
4-Spiritual maturity is built on consistent faithfulness, even when we don't see dramatic evidence of God working in our lives.
5-"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up..."

Strange thought-He who can't endure the bad will not live to see the good-

I've learned-God uses our weaknesses to further his purpose-

5 things I want to know
1-How does freedom of choice and God's grace work together?
2-Does God suffer pain as we know it?
3-Did the bible writer know they were writing for posterity?
4-How can we know if every translation of the bible from the Greek and Hebrew is without error?
5-Why are there so many conflicting interpretations of the bible?

Scripture for today Proverbs 19:15-22
15 Lazy people sleep a lot, and idle people will go hungry.
16 Those who obey the commands protect themselves, but those who are careless will die.
17 Being kind to the poor is like lending to the Lord; he will reward you for what you have done.
18 Correct your children while there is still hope; do not let then destroy themselves.
19 People with quick tempers will have to pay for it. If you help them out once, you will have to do it again.
20 Listen to advice and accept correction, and in the end you will be wise.
21 People make all kinds of plans, but only the Lord's plan will happen.
22 People want others to be loyal, so it is better to be poor than to be a liar.

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

Wednesday March 11, 2009 thought for the day

HOW DID THEY GET HERE?
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Faithfulness is our part, results are God's-
2-Diversity is essential to unity-
3-If a person honors Jesus, then that person is a brother or sister in Christ and we can have fellowship regardless of other differences-
4-If two people agree on everything, you can be sure that one of them is doing all the thinking-
5-There are more who know how to win than those who know how to make proper use of their victories-

Strange thought-Why is the word dictionary in the dictionary?

I've learned-Failure in people is caused more by lack of determination than lack of talent-

5 things I want to know
1-Was Jesus human after the resurrection?
2-Does hell last forever or does it just seem like it?
3-Since Christianity is the only real answer to life's question, why aren't people drawn to the churches?
4-Did Jesus struggle with doing God's will at calvary?
5-Have we made the gospel too difficult or too easy for some to believe it?

Scripture for today Proverbs 19:8-14
8 Those who get wisdom do themselves a favor, and those who love learning will succeed.
9 A witness who lies will not go free, liars will die.
10 A fool should not live in luxury. A slave should not rule over princes.
11 Smart people are patient; they will be honored if they ignore insults.
12 An angry king is like a roaring lion, but his kindness is like the dew on the grass.
13 A foolish son will ruin his father, and a quarreling wife is like dripping water.
14 Houses and wealth are inherited from parents, but a wise wife is a gift from the Lord.

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

Tuesday March 10, 2009 thought for the day

JESUS IS WITH YOU IN YOUR DARKEST HOUR
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Nothing is as offensive as answers perceived to be mere uncaring words-
2-Wherever you are, God wants you to tell others about him-
3-To the business person, customer relationship development is as important as product development-
4-Three helping one another will do as much as six men singly-
5-Common looking people are the best in the world and that is why God makes so many of them-

Strange thought-You've got to do your own growing no matter how tall your grandfather was-

I've learned-Image is nothing, character is everything-

5 things I want to know
1-How could the disciples see God the father when they looked at Jesus?
2-Jesus said "I and the father are one!"-why didn't Jesus include the holy spirt in this comment?
3-Will Jesus give us everything we ask for in the father's name?
4-Does God work in our lives only in answer to prayer?
5-Is it correct to call God a person?

Scripture for today Proverbs 19:1-7
1-It is better to be poor and honest than to be foolish and tell lies.
2-Enthusiasm without knowledge is not good. If you act too quickly, you might make a mistake.
3-People's own foolishness ruins their lives, but in their minds they blame the Lord.
4-Wealthy people are always finding more friends, but the poor lose all theirs.
5-A witness who lies will not go free; liars will never escape.
6-Many people want to please a leader, and everyone is friends with those who give gifts.
7 Poor people's relatives avoid them. Even their friends stay far away. They run after them, begging but they are gone.

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

Monday March 9,2009 thought for the day

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The art of decision making is the skill of choosing between two goods-
2-Nothing fails quite so totally as success without God-
3-Life seldom works like it its supposed to-
4-Hope that is seen is no hope at all-
5-Hope is the physician of every misery-

Strange thought-Why is it that when you are driving and looking for an address you turn down the volume on the radio?

I've learned-Success in marriage is more than finding the right person, it is becoming the right person-

5 things I want to know
1-Do Christians tend to become narrow minded and intolerant of those different from them?
2-Why is the church affected by our culture?
3-Do many Christians display spiritual power in their lives?
4-Will the suffering that some Christians endure become greater or lessor as time nears an end?
5-Why does the church seem to be adopting the worlds morality?

Scripture for today Proverbs 18:19-24
19 A brother who has been insulted is harder to win back than a walled city, and arguments separate people like the barred gates of a palace.
20 People will be rewarded for what they say, they will be rewarded by how they speak.
21 What you say can mean life or death. Those who speak with care will be rewarded.
22 When a man finds a wife, he finds something good. It shows that the Lord is pleased with him.
23 The poor beg for mercy, but the rich give rude answers.
24 Some friends may ruin you, but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.

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

"THIS OLD HOUSE"
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Jesus said "it is finished"-it was and it is-
2-Humility is unconscious but expressed through actions by putting others ahead of yourself-
3-The deepest need in human nature is to be loved and appreciated-
4-God moves people who are already moving-
5-Our destination is not so much to find the perfect plan for our life, it's getting to know God along the way-

Strange thought-Why is it to stop windows 95 or 98 you have to click start?

I've learned-A man is never in worse company than when he flies into a rage and is beside himself-

Scripture for today Proverbs 18: 13-18
13 Anyone who answers without listening is foolish and confused.
14 The will to live can get you through sickness, but no one can live with a broken spirit.
15 The mind of a person with understanding gets knowledge, the wise person listens to learn more.
16 Taking a gift to an important man will help get you in to see him.
17 The person who tells one side of a story seems right until someone else comes and asks questions.
18 Throwing lots can settle arguments and keep the two sides from fighting.

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

Saturday March 7, 2009 thought for the day

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Our culture defines us by what we do but scripture places"being" before "doing"-
2-Character is that which can do without success-
3-In today's culture "intolerance" seems to have been named the greatest sin-
4-"Do not let your hearts be troubled, believe in God, believe also in me."
5-Most of the intellectual "elite" of our society completely disavow the idea of absolute truth-

Strange thought-Why is it that rain drops and snow falls?

I've learned-Sorrow looks back, worry looks around, faith looks up!

5 things I want to know
1-Does surrender and submission mean the same in spiritual terms?
2-Why do we place so much importance on things that are so temporary?
3-How much like Jesus can we become?
4-Is there purpose to life outside of God?
5-What is it that God gives you to handle your testings?

Scripture for today Proverbs 18:7-12
7 The words of fools will ruin them, their own words will trap them.
8 The words of a gossip are like tasty bits of food. People like to gobble them up.
9 A person who doesn't work hard is just like someone who destroys things.
10 The Lord is like a strong tower, those who do right can run to him for safety.
11 Rich people trust their wealth to protect them. They think it is like the high walls of a city.
12 Proud people will be ruined, but the humble will be honored.

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

Friday March 6, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-What is truly most important often takes a back seat to what is urgent-
2-Solitude is simply creating space for God-
3-Every person of great spiritual development in scripture is marked by solitude-
4-Our position in society is much less important than our actions toward others-
5-Let my heart be broken by the things that break the heart of God-

Strange thought-Why is it called lipstick if you can still move your lips?

I've learned-It is good to be a Christian and know it, but it is better to be a Christian and show it-

5 things I want to know
1-Is anything out of control as far as God is concerned?
2-How is it possible to do everything to the glory of God?
3-Why did God have to destroy all the animals in the great flood since they had nothing to do with sin?
4-Are there animals and vegetation that exist now that weren't on the earth prior to the great flood?
5-When God created us , did he also create our weaknesses and limitations

Scripture for today? Proverbs 18:1-6
1 Unfriendly people are selfish and hate all good sense.
2 Fools do not want to understand anything. They only want to tell others what they think.
3 Do something evil and people won't like you. Do something shameful and they will make fun of you.
4 Spoken words can be like deep water, but wisdom is like a flowing stream.
5 It is not good to honor the wicked or to be unfair to the innocent.
6 The words of fools start quarrels. They make people want to beat them.

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

Thursday March 5, 2009 thought for today

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-God did not write solo parts for very many of us for he expects us to be participants in the great symphony of life-
2-"Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and whoever sows generously will also reap generously"-
3-For many wealthy people, giving a tenth is a way of robbing God, their tithe becomes a tip-
4-From a biblical perspective, the amount or percentage we give to God is nod the real issue, it is the givers attitude-
5-Our faith becomes practical when it is expressed in two books-the date book and the check book-

Strange thought-No one ever says "oh, it's just a game!" when they are winning-

I've learned-It is good to remember that the tea kettle, although it is up to it's neck in hot water, continues to sing-

5 things I want to know
1-Why are Christians not afraid to commit the sin of worry?
2-Is it ever too late to do what is right?
3-When was Jesus's actual birthday?
4-Can evil exist without the cooperation of good people?
5-Is there anything that cannot be forgiven?

Scripture for today Proverbs 17:22-28
22 A happy heart is like good medicine, but a broken spirit drains your strength.
23 When the wicked accept money to do wrong there can be no justice.
24 The person with understanding is always looking for wisdom, bud the mind of a fool wanders everywhere.
25 A foolish son makes his father sad and causes his mother great sorrow.
26 It is not good to punish the innocent or to beat leaders for being honest.
27 The smart person says very little, and one with understanding stays calm.
28 Even fools seem to be wise if they keep quiet, if they don't speak, they appear to understand.

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

Wednesday March 4, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-The integrity of a person is shown in the stand they take for right against mistaken popular concepts-
2-Courage faces fear and thereby masters it while cowardice represses fear and is mastered by it-
3-Trust is the basic bond of relationships-
4-There are long stretches of darkness and invisibility and silence between planting and reaping-
5-The temptation in managing people is to use them rather than developing them-

Strange thought-Today is army day! Think about it. March 4th.

I've learned-No work is small if God is in it-

5 things I want to know
1-Why is laughter good for your heart and soul?
2-Does our soil today need a biblical rest every 7 years?
3-Why does the church seem to be coming irrelevant in our society today?
4-Why were gold, frankincense and myrrh chosen as gifts to be given to baby Jesus?
5-Does hope produce faith or does faith produce hope?

Scripture for today Proverbs 17:15-21
15 The Lord hates both of these things: freeing the guilty and punishing the innocent.
16 It won't do a fool any good to try to buy wisdom, because he doesn't have the ability to be wise.
17 A friend loves you all the time, and a brother helps in time of trouble.
18 It is not wise to promise to pay what your neighbor owes.
19 Whoever loves to argue loves to sin. Whoever brags a lot is asking for trouble.
20 A person with an evil heart will find no success, and the person whose words are evil will get
into trouble.
21 It is sad to have a foolish child; there is no joy in being the parent of a fool.

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

Tuesday March 3, 2009 thought for today

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Jesus offers us more than happiness, as it is defined in the culture we live in-
2-God promised that blessedness will accompany discipleship-
3-"Let not the wise man boast of his wisdom or the strong man of his strength or the rich man of his riches.."
4-Our only business in this life is to please God-
5-There are many ways to speak up for Jesus other than talking-

Strange thought-The smallest package ever seen is a person wrapped up in himself-

I've learned-Even the good things in life can become bad-

5 things I want to know?
1-Did Jesus plan his own funeral?
2-Will God treat you any better than you treat others?
3-Is anyone beyond God's grace?
4-How do we know if we are being tested or tempted?
5-Is it possible to love God as much as He loves us?

Scripture for today -Proverbs 17:8-14
8 Some people think they can pay others to do anything they ask. They think it will work every time.
9 Whoever forgives someone's sin makes a friend, but gossiping about the sin breaks up friendships.
10 A wise person will learn more from a warning than a fool will learn from a hundred lashings.
11 Disobedient people look only for trouble, so a cruel messenger will be sent against them.
12 It is better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to meet a fool doing foolish things.
13 Whoever gives evil in return for good will always have trouble at home.
14 Starting a quarrel is like a leak in a dam, so stop it before a fight breaks out.

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

Monday March 2, 2009 thought for the day

BEAUTIFUL SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-....."His eyes were not content with his wealth...."
2-The test of friendship is that you can share the great things that have happened as well as the disappointing ones-
3-We love those who know the worst of us and don't turn away from us-
4-God isn't offering us a life of ease for he knows when we are stretched and challenged we grow.
5-The job of a coach is to make people do what they don't want to do in order to achieve what they've always wanted to be-

Strange thought-People say you can't buy happiness--maybe they just don't know where to shop!

I've learned-The best bridge between hope and despair is often a good nights sleep-

5 things I want to know
1-Can you become a Christian without repentance?
2-Does repentance and confession mean the same thing?
3- Is wealth compatible with a holy life?
4-What should we be trusting God for that we cannot do ourselves?
5-Do we Christians really believe that all promises of God are true as stated in the Bible?

Scripture for today Proverbs 17:1`-7
1 It is better to eat a dry crust of bread in peace than to have a feast where there is quarreling.
2 A wise servant will rule over the master's disgraceful child and will even inherit a share of what the master leaves his children.
3 A hot furnace tests silver and gold, but the Lord tests hearts.
4-Evil people listen to evil words. Liars pay attention to cruel words.
5-Whoever mistreats the poor insults their maker; whoever enjoys someone's trouble will be punished.
6 Old people are proud of their grandchildren, and children are proud of their parents.
7 Fools should not be proud and rulers should not be liars.

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

Sunday March 1, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-God wants us to find satisfaction in our work because it is His gift to us-
2-"There is nothing better for men than to be happy and do good while they live"
3-God can transform any task into something meaningful-
4-Vocational contentment is a happy match between what you have to do and what you enjoy doing-
5-Contentment is letting God transform your situation-

Strange thought-Some push the envelope, some just lick it, and some can't find the flap-

I've learned-If you want a gallon of milk you should not sit on a stool in the middle of the pasture expecting the cow to back up to you-

5 things I want to know
1-Does a fruit bearing Christian need pruning on a regular basis?
2-Did Jesus always offer forgiveness without being asked for it?
3-How do we become salty Christians?
4-Spiritually speaking, do we do better under adversity or prosperity?
5-Why is it that God often has to speak to us through adversity?

Scripture for today-Proverbs 16:28-33
28 A useless person causes trouble and a gossip ruins friendships.
29 Cruel people trick their neighbors and lead them to do wrong.
30 Someone who winks is planning evil, and the one who grins is planning something wrong.
31 Gray hair is like a crown of honor, it is earned by living a good life.
32 Patience is better than strength. Controlling your temper is better than capturing a city.
33 People throw lots to make a decision, but the answer comes form the Lord.

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

Saturday February 28, 2009 thought for the day

PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-God's patience makes it possible for Him to give us time to know Him-
2-We can receive God's mercy today or his judgement tomorrow-
3-2000 years ago Jesus became our Savior and some day He will be our judge-
4-In spite of what some think, without Jesus there is no hope for our life-
5-Truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it-

Strange thought-It is lonely at the top even if you do eat better-

I've learned-The only time to let adversity get you down is to go your knees-

5 things I want to know
1-Why do miracles happen (what is their purpose)?
2-Can we become Christians for the wrong reason?
3-Why did Jesus need to pray?
4-Is suffering the badge of Christian discipleship?
5-Did Jesus's miracles bring the people to believe in him?

Scripture for today-Proverbs 16:22-27
22 Understanding is like a fountain which gives life to those who use it, but foolishness brings punishment to fools.
23 Wise people's minds tell them what to say, and that helps them be better teachers.
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, making people happy and healthy.
25 Some people think they are doing right, but in the end it leads to death.
26 The workers hunger helps them because their desire to eat makes them work.
27 Useless people make evil plans and their words are like a burning fire-

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

Friday February 27, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-Sin is pleasurable for the moment but it always has a payday-
2-When we seek revenge we are taking the place of God-
3-God's rules don't break, we become broken over them-
4-Until we are obedient to God, He doesn't need to bless us again-
5-God's blessings today do not guarantee His blessings tomorrow-

Strange thought-Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity-

I've learned-Although the tongue weighs very little, very few people are able to hold it-

5 things I want to know
1-Did the apostle Paul anticipate the immediate return of Jesus in his lifetime?
2-When we get emotional in church, why do we say God's spirit was present?
3-Why don't Christians today eagerly anticipate the immediate return of Jesus?
4-Do we as Christians live like we believe Jesus could come again anytime soon?
5-Do we sometimes go to God in prayer for the wrong reasons?

Scripture for today-Proverbs 16:16-21
16 It is better to get wisdom than gold, and to choose understanding rather than silver.
17 Good people stay away from evil. By watching what they do, they protect their lives.
18 Pride will destroy a person, a proud attitude leads to ruin.
19 It is better to be humble and be with those who suffer than to share stolen property with the proud.
20 Whoever listens to what is taught will succeed, and whoever trusts the Lord will be happy.
21 The wise are known for their understanding. Their pleasant words make them better teachers.

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

Thursday February 26, 2009 thought for the day

A PRETTY SCENE
Here are my thoughts for today
1-"He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding"-
2-"Humility comes before honor"-
3-If you don't win the first game you can't win them all-
4-Will power is not sufficient in dealing with temptations-
5-God created us in his image and desires the best for us, however He will not violate his righteousness by continuing to bless us if we willfully and continually make wrong choices-

Strange thought-LIfe is an endless struggle full of frustration and challenges, but eventually you'll find a hair stylist you like-

I've learned-The measure of a man's character is not what he gets from his ancestors, but what he leaves his descendents-

5 things I want to know
1-Why didn't God send Jesus to be born earlier in history?
2-Does Jesus respond to our prayers or our faith?
3-Why so often does our saddest sad come from what once was our most joyous joy?
4-Does God bless grudging obedience?
5-Will God answer our prayers if we live in disobedience?

Scripture for today Proverbs 16:8-15
8 It is better to be poor and right than to be wealthy and dishonest.
9 People may make plans in their minds, but the Lord decides what they will do.
10 The words of a king are like a message from God, so his decisions should be fair.
11-The Lord wants honest balances and scales, all the weights are his work.
12 Kings hate those who do wrong because governments only continue if they are fair.
13 Kings like honest people, they value someone who speaks the truth.
14 An angry king can put someone to death, so a wise person will try to make him happy.
15 A smiling king can give people life, his kindness is like a spring shower.

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