Monday July 6, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-God helps the helpless, not those who help themselves-

2-If you truly want God to get the glory, you must let him do the work-

3-When you complain and grumble as a Christian, it usually occurs because you're looking back to easier days-

4-No Christian just happens to move into a wilderness experience-

5-If you focus on the past, it isn't long until you have complaints about the present-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Do cemetery workers prefer the graveyard shift?

I'VE LEARNED-Envy is a state of ingratitude-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Is the culture for Christians changing here in America?

2-Why does it seem to be okay to criticize Christianity but not other religions?

3-In America, how will Christians live when Christianity is out of favor and not politically correct?

4-Why does it appear that Christianity spreads best under severe persecution?

5-What is the Christian's greatest test in our culture?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 35:11-18

11 Men without mercy stand up to testify. They ask me things I do not know.

12 They repay me with evil for the good I have done, and they make me very sad.

13 Yet when they were sick, I put on clothes of sadness and showed my sorrow by going without food. But my prayers were not answered.

14 I acted as if they were my friends or brothers. I bowed in sadness as if I were crying for my mother.

15 But when I was in trouble, they gathered and laughed; they gathered to attack before I knew it. They insulted me without stopping.

16 They made fun of me and were cruel to me and ground their teeth at me in anger.

17 Lord, how long will you watch this happen? Save my life from their attacks; save me from these people who are like lions.

18 I will praise you in the great meeting. I will praise you among crowds of people.

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

Sunday July 5, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

Here are my thoughts for today-

1-We need to work with God even as we are working for God-

2-No one unties knots as God does-

3-We don't have to explain the will of God, only to obey it-

4-Nothing in this life or the next life is more serious and sobering than the wrath of God-

5-Scriptures are all about people-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Hard work spotlights the character of people--some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don't turn up at all-

I'VE LEARNED-If you want different you must do different-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Can you ever get too close to Jesus?

2-How much of the Holy Spirit can you have?

3-Is Jesus active in the world today or is it the Holy Spirit?

4-Do Christians want to be like Jesus in every way--his suffering also or just his righteousness?

5-Jesus was persecuted and made fun of--why shouldn't we be also?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 35:1-10

1 Lord, battle with those who battle with me. Fight against those who fight against me.

2 Pick up the shield and armor. Rise up and help me.

3 Lift up your spears, both large and small, against those who chase me.

4 Make those who want to kill me be ashamed and disgraced. Make those who plan to harm me turn back and run away.

5 Make them like chaff blown by the wind as the angel of the Lord forces them away.

6 Let their road be dark and slippery as the angel of the Lord chases them away.

7 For no reason they spread out their net to trap me; for no reason they dig a pit for me.

8 So let ruin strike them suddenly. Let them be caught in their own nets; let them fall into the pit and die.

9 Then I will rejoice in the Lord; I will be happy when he saves me.

10 Even my bones will say, "Lord, who is like you? You save the weak from the strong, the weak and poor from robbers."

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

Saturday July 4, 2009 thought for the day

AS WE CELEBRATE OUR FREEDOM, LET'S NOT FORGET WHAT GREAT PRICE HAS BEEN PAID FOR IT!!!

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-When God says he promises us something he never forgets-

2-All God asks of any of us is that we be available-

3-God doesn't ask for us to be exceptional, only to be ready-

4-God is looking for someone with ears to hear his voice, hands to do his will and a heart willing to respond-

5-God does not speak and ask our advice regarding his plan, he simply makes declarations-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Goals are dreams with deadlines-

I'VE LEARNED-Someday is not the eight day of the week-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How do you find what your purpose in life is?

2-Where was Jesus between his death and resurrection-

3-Why did Jesus have to be dead 3 days before rising?

4-The Apostle's creed says that Jesus after his crucifixion descended into hell-Why did he go there and what did he do there?

5-Are there any unthanked people in your life?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 34:12-22

12-You must do these things to enjoy life and have many happy days.

13 You must not say evil things, and you must not tell lies.

14 Stop doing evil and do good. Look for peace and work for it.

15 The Lord sees the good people and listens to their prayer.

16 But the Lord is against those who do evil; he makes the world forget them.

17 The Lord hears good people when they cry out to him, and he saves them from all their troubles.

18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and he saves those whose spirits have been crushed.

19 People who do what is right may have many problems, but the Lord will solve them all.

20 He will protect their very bones; not one of them will be broken.

21 Evil will kill the wicked; those who hate good people will be judged guilty.

22 But the Lord saves his servants' lives; no one who trust him will be judged guilty.

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

Friday July 3, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

Here are my thoughts for today

1-If your walk with Jesus is consistent, all hell will be after you but all heaven comes to your rescue-

2-The question is not how do I make a living, but how do I make a life-

3-It is not how do I spend my time but how do I spend eternity-

4-Jealousy is comparing the inside of yourself to the outside of others-

5-Jealousy is not what others have but what you think you lack-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Computers will never take the place of books-you can't stand on a floppy disk to reach a high shelf-

I'VE LEARNED-Our work should be an extension of our integrity-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does God really want us to make a sacrificial offering-

2-Does a sacrificial offering show greater love than one given out of your abundance?

3-Why did God need to have someone to have fellowship with?

4-How can you understand eternity?

5-What is successful living?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 34:1-11

1 I will praise the Lord at all times; his praise is always on my lips.

2 My whole being praises the Lord. The poor will hear and be glad.

3 Glorify the Lord with me, and let us praise his name together.

4 I asked the Lord for help, and he answered me. He saved me from all that I feared.

5 Those who go to him for help are happy, and they are never disgraced.

6 This poor man called, and the Lord heard him and saved him from all his troubles.

7 The angel of the Lord camps around those who fear God, and he saves them.

8 Examine and see how good the Lord is. Happy is the person who trusts him.

9 You who belong to the Lord, fear him. Those who fear him will have everything they need.

10 Even lions may get weak and hungry, but those who look to the Lord will have every good thing.

11 Children, come and listen to me, I will teach you to worship the Lord.

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

Thursday July 2, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-When there is a breakdown of integrity we get swamped in lies and cover ups.

2-Christians need to be willing to leave the familiar ways of doing things without disturbing the essential message.

3-We must be able to say "no" without having to give a lengthy explanation.

4-A rut is nothing more than a grave with the ends open.

5-Jesus was either who he said he was or he was the greatest imposter who ever lived-

Strange thought-Love is temporary insanity curable by marriage-

I've learned-Grace is something you can never get, but only be given-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How would Adam and Eve know what good and evil was?

2-How would Adam and Eve know what it would be to die?

3-What kind of animal did God make Adam and Eve's garment from?

4-Is God a proactive or a reactive God?

5-Why did Satan approach Eve rather than Adam?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 33:12-22

12 Happy is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his very own.

13 The Lord looks down from heaven and sees every person.

14 From his throne he watches all who live on earth.

15 He made their hearts and understands everything they do.

16 No king is saved by his great army. No warrior escapes by his great strength.

17 Horses can't bring victory; they can't save by their strength.

18 But the Lord looks after those who fear him, those who put their hope in his love.

19 He saves them from death and spares their lives in times of hunger.

20 So our hope is in the Lord. He is our help, our shield to protect us.

21 We rejoice in him, because we trust his holy name.

22 Lord, show your love to us as we put our hope in you.

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

Wednesday July 1, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Unresolved guilt always magnifies anxiety-

2-The final proof of greatness comes in being able to endure bad behavior without resentment.

3-There is nothing like an attitude of gratitude to change negative living-

4-It does not matter the way you were--what matters is the way you are-

5-Life is a lot like the game of tennis--those who don't serve well end up losing-

STRANGE THOUGHT-The one time a windshield wiper will work properly is when it is holding a parking ticket-

I'VE LEARNED-Yelling at the darkness does not make it light-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why does Christianity grow best under great persecution?

2-Is prayer simply a thought process?

3-Are words necessary to pray?

4-What is the "fear of the Lord"?

5-What is "reverence for God"?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 33:1-11

1-Sing to the Lord, you who do what is right; honest people should praise him.

2 Praise the Lord on the harp; make music for him on a ten stringed lyre.

3 Sing a new song to him; play well and joyfully.

4 God's word is true, and everything he does is right.

5 He loves what is right and fair; the Lord's love fills the earth.

6 The sky was made at the Lord's command. By the breath from his mouth, he made all the stars.

7 He gathered the water of the sea into a heap. He made the great ocean stay in its place.

8 All the earth should worship the Lord; the whole world should fear him.

9 He spoke and it happened. He commanded, and it appeared.

10 The Lord upsets the plans of nations; he ruins all their plans.

11 But the Lord's plans will stand forever; his ideas will last from now on.

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

Monday June 29, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-In the winter of your struggle, keep believing there will be a spring-

2-On the Good Friday of your darkness, remember that Sunday is coming-

3-A broken and contrite heart is not the end but the beginning-

4-The most demanding test of all is to survive prosperity-

5-No beast is more savage than man possessed with power-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Is there an ending to outer space?

I'VE LEARNED-Externals are not what should count-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does "ask and you will receive" always get you what is asked for?

2-How does the healing power of faith work?

3-Can prayer and faith postpone our time to die?

4-How do you believe that something will happen?

5-How is the body the temple of the Holy Spirit?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 31:14-24

14 Lord, I trust you. I have said, "You are my God."

15 My life is in your hands. Save me from my enemies and from those who are chasing me.

16 Show your kindness to me, your servant. Save me because of your love.

17 Lord, I called to you, so do not let me be disgraced. Let the wicked be disgraced and lie silent in the grave.

18 With pride and hatred they speak against those who do right. So silence their lying lips.

19 How great is your goodness that you have stored up for those who fear you, that you have given to those who trust you.. You do this for all to see.

20 You protect them by your presence from what people plan against them. You shelter them from evil words.

21 Praise the Lord. His love to me was wonderful when my city was attacked.

22 In my distress, I said, "God cannot see me!" but you heard my prayer when I cried out to you for help.

23 Love the Lord, all you who belong to him. The Lord protects those who truly believe, but he punishes the proud as much as they have sinned.

24 All you who put your hope in the Lord be strong and brave.

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

Tuesday June 30, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Youth does not preclude usefulness-

2-With authority comes the need for accountability-

3-With popularity comes the need for humility-

4-With prosperity comes the need for integrity-

5-Immediate correction begins with honest admission-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Which way does a compass point in space?

I'VE LEARNED-We chose what holds us in bondage-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Are formal written prayers of any value?

2-Should we write out our prayers and then read them?

3-What are the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven?

4-Is prayer a means of getting what you want?

5-How does God feel about our selfish prayers?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 32

1 Happy is the person whose sins are forgiven, whose wrongs are pardoned.

2 Happy is the person whom the Lord does not consider guilty and in whom there is nothing false.

3 When I kept things to myself, I felt weak deep inside me. I moaned all day long.

4 Day and night you punished me. My strength was gone as in the summer heat.

5 Then I confessed my sins to you and didn't hide my guilt. I said, "I will confess my sins to the Lord," and you forgave my guilt.

6 For this reason, all who obey you should pray to you while they still can. When troubles rise like a flood, they will not reach them.

7 You are my hiding place. You protect me from my troubles and fill me with songs of salvation.

8 The Lord says, "I will make you wise and show you where to go. I will guide you and watch over you.

9 So don't be like a horse or donkey, that doesn't understand. They must be led with bits and reins, or they will not come near you."

10 Wicked people have many troubles, but the Lord's love surrounds those who trust him.

11 Good people, rejoice and be happy in the Lord. Sing all you whose hearts are right.

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

Sunday June 28, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Disillusionment is a dangerous slope, it is first with people and then with God-

2-Disillusionment comes from putting your complete hope and trust in someone-

3-What you see yourself as is what you will be-

4-Why God allows evil to exist is a mystery-

5-Grey hair is no sign of maturity nor is youth a sign of immaturity-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell-

I'VE LEARNED-We are to be grateful not proud-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What response should we have to someone who says "The Lord told me to----"?

2-Does sincerity count for anything in prayer?

3-What must you do to get your prayers answered?

4-Do answered prayers depend on what we do?

5-Does God really answer all our prayers?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 31:1-13

1 Lord, I trust in you; let me never be disgraced. Save me because you do what is right.

2 Listen to me and save me quickly. Be my rock of protection, a strong city to save me.

3 You are my rock and my protection. For the good of your name, lead me and guide me.

4 Set me free from the trap they set for me, because you are my protection.

5 I give you my life. Save me, Lord, God of truth.

6 I hate those who worship false gods. I trust only in the Lord.

7 I will be glad and rejoice in your love, because you saw my suffering; you know my troubles.

8 You have not handed me over to my enemies but have set me in a safe place.

9 Lord, have mercy, because I am in misery. My eyes are weak from so much crying, and my whole being is tired from grief.

10 My life is ending in sadness, and my years are spent in crying. My troubles are using up my strength, and my bones are getting weaker.

11 Because of all my troubles, my enemies hate me, and even my neighbors look down on me.

12 I am like a piece of a broken pot. I am forgotten as if I were dead.

13 I have heard many insults. Terror is all around me. They make plans against me and want to kill me.

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

Saturday June 27, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-He who wants to keep his garden tidy doesn't reserve a plot for the weeds-

2-When resisting temptation you must not be confused by the immediate results-

3-One thing about having the right attitude is that with it every day has some sunshine-

4-A positive attitude gets you beyond hurdles into opportunities-

5-God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience but shouts in our pain-

STRANGE THOUGHT-There are three kinds of people--the ones who learn by reading, the ones who learn by observation, and the ones who have to touch the fire themselves to learn if it is really hot-

I'VE LEARNED-There is no sin in the bait, the sin is in the bite-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Can you have trust without commitment?

2-Can you trust without loving?

3-Are we blind to the workings of God?

4-Do all things really work for the good of them who love God?

5-When does love confront?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 30

1 I will praise you, Lord, because you rescued me. You did not let my enemies laugh at me.

2 Lord, my God, I prayed to you, and you healed me.

3-You lifted me out of the grave; you spared me from going down to the place of the dead.

4 Sing praises to the Lord, you who belong to him; praise his holy name.

5 His anger lasts only a moment, but his kindness lasts for a lifetime. Crying may last for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

6 When I felt safe, I said, "I will never fear."

7 Lord, in your kindness you made my mountain safe. But when you turned away, I was frightened.

8 I called to you, Lord, and asked you to have mercy on me.

9 I said, "What good will it do if I die or if I go down to the grave? Dust cannot praise you; it cannot speak about your truth.

10 Lord, hear me and have mercy on me. Lord, help me."

11 You changed my sorrow into dancing. You took away my clothes of sadness, and clothed me in happiness.

12 I will sing to you and not be silent. Lord, my God, I will praise you forever.

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

Friday June 26, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM (note the figure in the flag)

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Jealousy is never satisfied, it only leads to greater problems-

2-Temptation is an inevitable part of our sinful nature-

3-The temptations that accompany prosperity are far greater than those that accompany adversity-

4-With greater success comes greater trust which leads to greater vulnerability-

5-The greatest character trait you can give your family is moral and ethical self control.

STRANGE THOUGHT-Money is not everything in life, but it does keep you in touch with your children-

I'VE LEARNED-Certain things must be so that other things might be-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How do you cast your cares on Jesus?

2-How do you pray for the one who hurt you?

3-How do you forgive when wrong behavior continues to you?

4 How do we know when we are trusting God?

5-Are Christians to be survivors or overcomers?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 29

1 Praise the Lord, you angels; praise the Lord's glory and power.

2 Praise the Lord for the glory of his name; worship the Lord because he is holy.

3 The Lord's voice is heard over the sea. The glorious God thunders; the Lord thunders over the ocean.

4 The Lord's voice is powerful; the Lord's voice is majestic.

5 The Lord's voice breaks the trees; the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon.

6 He makes the land of Lebanon dance like a calf and Mount Hermon jump like a baby bull.

7 The Lord's voice makes the lightning flash.

8 The Lord's voice shakes the desert; the Lord shakes the Desert of Kadesh.

9 The Lord's voice shakes the oaks and strips the leaves off the trees. In his Temple everyone says, "Glory to God!"

10 The Lord controls the flood. The Lord will be King forever.

11 The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.

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

Thursday June 25, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-The Bible never tells us we should "look humble"-

2-Humility is an attitude of the heart and mind-

3-In the Christian life, the way up is down-

4-Humility is not a false piety-

5-We have to deal with attitudes as severely as we do with actions-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Remember, you are unique, just like everyone else-

I'VE LEARNED-never repay evil for evil to anyone-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Is it okay to forgive God for what happened to you?

2-How far is the east for the west?

3-Was the apostle Paul baptized in the Holy Spirit or filled with the Holy Spirit?

4 Why did the apostle Paul say he had trouble doing that what was good?

5-What do you do when you hurt too much to pray?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 28

1 Lord, my Rock, I call out to you for help. Do not be deaf to me. If you are silent, I will be like those in the grave.

2 Hear the sound of my prayer, when I cry out to you for help. I raise my hands toward your Most Holy Place.

3 Don't drag me away with the wicked, with those who do evil. They say "Peace" to their neighbors, but evil is in their hearts.

4 Pay them back for what they have done, for their evil deeds. Pay them back for what they have done, give them their reward.

5 They don't understand what the Lord has done or what he has made. So he will knock them down and not lift them up.

6 Praise the Lord, because he heard my prayer for help.

7 The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him, and he helps me. I am very happy, and I praise him with my song.

8 The Lord is powerful; he gives victory to his chosen one.

9 Save your people and bless those who are your own. Be their shepherd and carry them forever.

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

Wednesday June 24, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-When God wants to do an impossible task, he takes an impossible person and crushes him to make him ready-

2-It is doubtful if God can bless a man greatly until he has allowed him to be hurt deeply-

3-Hurting people gain a perspective that those who have not yet been hurt lack-

4-God is never late, but he does seem, to delay his involvement longer than we may prefer-

5-Vengeance is passion out of control based on hatred-

STRANGE THOUGHT-the benefit of failure is that it shows what doesn't work-

I'VE LEARNED-God delights in taking nobodies and making them somebodies-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Are God's blessings always conditional?

2-How do we recognize God's blessings?

3-In scripture, how many times did someone die and come back to life again?

4-What does the word "perfect" mean as used in scripture?

5-How small is the faith that is the size of a mustard seed?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 27:7-14

7 Lord, hear me when I call; have mercy and answer me.

8 My heart said of you, "Go worship him." so I come to worship you, Lord.

9 Do not turn away from me. Do not turn your servant away in anger; you have helped me. Do not push me away or leave me alone, God, my Savior.

10 If my father and mother leave me, the Lord will take me in.

11 Lord, teach me your ways, and guide me to do what is right because I have enemies.

12 Do not hand me over to my enemies, because they tell lies about me and say they will hurt me.

13 I truly believe I will live to see the Lord's goodness.

14 Wait for the Lord's help. Be strong and brave, and wait for the Lord's help.

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

Tuesday June 23, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-In the mystery of God's timing, subtle things occur-

2-In the final analysis, God is God and he will have his way when he pleases and for his glory-

3-The workings of God in our lives are not related to our clocks but rather to our crises-

4-Often when something looks like the absolute end it is really a new beginning-

5-All walls fall eventually-

STRANGE THOUGHT-the value of a postage stamp is found in its ability to stick to one thing until it gets there-

I'VE LEARNED-Your stubborn will does not intimidate God-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What was going on in heaven during the crucifixion?

2-When a Christian dies, do they go directly into the presence of Jesus in heaven?

3-Where did Jesus' spirit go at this death?

4-Did Jesus have to return to heaven for the Holy Spirit to be sent to earth to replace him?

5-Did Jesus always require repentance from those he forgave?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 27:1-6

1 The Lord is my light and the one who saves me. I fear no one. The Lord protects my life; I am afraid of no one.

2 Evil people may try to destroy my body. My enemies and those who hate me attack me, but they are overwhelmed and defeated.

3 If an army surrounds me, I will not be afraid. If war breaks out, I will trust the Lord.

4 I ask only one thing from the Lord. This is what I want: let me live in the Lord's house all my life. Let me see the Lord's beauty and look with my own eyes at his temple.

5 During danger he will keep me safe in his shelter. He will hide me in his Holy Tent, or he will keep me safe on a high mountain.

6 My head is higher than my enemies around me. I will offer joyful sacrifices in his Holy Tent. I will sing and praise the Lord.

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

Monday June 22, 2009 thought for the day

FREEDOM

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-When all seems lost, it isn't-

2-When it seems things can get no worse, they often can-

3-When no one seems to notice, they do-

4-The best place on earth is still pretty closes to your roots-

5-When God seems absent, he is present-

STRANGE THOUGHT-the person who gets too big for their britches will be exposed in the end-

I'VE LEARNED-The word "luck" has no place in the language of the Christian-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does Satan have to have God's permission to test/tempt Christians?

2 Did the disciples ever make a "confession of sins" to Jesus and ask for forgiveness?

3-Was there a litmus test that Jesus used in choosing his disciples?

4-When did the disciples receive the holy spirit into their lives?

5-Is the place of "the skull" and Calvary the same place?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALM 26

1 Lord, defend me because I have lived an innocent life. I have trusted the Lord and never doubted.

2 Lord, try me and test me; look closely into my heart and mind.

3 I see your love, and I live by your truth.

4 I do not spend time with liars, nor do I make friends with those who hide their sin.

5 I hate the company of evil people, and I won't sit with the wicked.

6 I wash my hands to show I am innocent, and I come to your altar, Lord.

7 I raise my voice in praise and tell of all the miracles you have done.

8 Lord, I love the Temple where you live, where your glory is.

9 Do not kill me with those sinners or take my life with those murderers.

10 Evil is in their hands, and they do wrong for money.

11 But I have lived an innocent life, so save me and have mercy on me.

12 I stand in a safe place. Lord, I praise you in the great meeting.

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

Sunday June 21, 2009 thought for the day

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Helplessness erodes into hopelessness-

2-Not until we believe one person can make a difference will we be willing to take a risk-

3-Only when we move from the safety of theory to the risky world of reality can we actually make a difference-

4-No one is born prejudiced, courageous or with a sensitive conscience-

5-Things are often not what they seem-

STRANGE THOUGHT-If you say you can do everything at 60 that you did at 20, then you weren't doing much at 20.

I'VE LEARNED-Education is going from an unconscience to a conscience awareness of your own ignorance

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What are the "means of grace"?

2-When did Judas heart turn against Jesus?

3-Should Christians seek success or greatness?

4-Is Satan free to do what he wants with Christians?

5-Does all temptation and testing of Christians come from Satan?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 25:1-11

1 Lord, I give myself to you.

2 My God, I trust you. Do not let me be disgraced; do not let my enemies laugh at me.

3 No one who trusts you will be disgraced, but those who sin without excuse will be disgraced.

4 Lord, tell me your ways. Show me how to live.

5 Guide me in your truth, and teach me, my God, my Savior. I trust you all day long.

6 Lord, remember your mercy and love that you have shown since long ago.

7 Do not remember the sins and wrong things I did when I was young. But remember to love me always because you are good, Lord.

8 The Lord is good and right; he points sinners to the right way.

9 He shows those who are humble how to do right, and he teaches them his ways.

10 All the Lord's ways are loving and true for those who follow the demands of his agreement.

11 For the sake of your name, Lord, forgive my many sins.

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

Saturday June 20, 2009 thought for the day

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-God's presence is not as intriguing as his absence-

2- Never doubt the presence of God-

3-Those things that hurt instruct-

4-When righteousness rules, justice reigns-

5-There will always be someone who doesn't understand your love for God-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Mansions in the sky cannot be built out of mud thrown at others-

I'VE LEARNED-The most important lessons our children learn is from watching us-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How can you be continually in prayer?

2-With a forgiving spirit, is the Christian to allow another to severely mistreat or abuse them on a continuing basis?

3-Why did Lot's wife turn back for one last look?

4-What was Jesus' lifestyle for the sabbath?

5-Does God want Christians to give sacrificially, generously or extravagantly?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 24

1 The earth belongs to the Lord, and everything in it-the world and all its people.

2 He built it on the waters and set it on the rivers.

3 Who may go up on the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy Temple?

4 Only those with clean hands and pure hearts, who have not worshiped idols, who have not made promises in the name of a false god.

5 They will receive a blessing from the Lord; the God who saves them will declare them right.

6 They try to follow God; they look to the God of Jacob for help.

7 Gates, open all the way. Open wide, aged doors so the glorious King will come in.

8 Who is this glorious King? the Lord, strong and mighty. The Lord, the powerful warrior.

9 Gates, open all the way. Open wide, aged doors so the glorious King will come in.

10 Who is this glorious King? The Lord All-Powerful--He is the glorious King.

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

Friday June 19, 2009 thought for the day

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-People don't dump garbage on green lawns-

2-Covetousness is not the same thing as ambition

3-Every person has a purpose for living-

4-There is no better teaching tool in the life of a child than the model of a parent's life surrendered to God.

5-When a man of God dies, nothing of God dies-

STRANGE THOUGHT-Sometimes back pain can be a pain in the neck-

I'VE LEARNED-A gentle touch speaks volumes-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Where is paradise?

2-Is the love of money truly the root of all evil or is it the love of control?

3-Should Christians have a standard of living up to their financial means?

4-When Jesus refers to forgiving 70x7, was he referring to the same offense constantly repeated?

5-How do we know if an offender sincerely repents when they ask for forgiveness?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY PSALMS 23

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need.

2 He lets me rest in green pastures. He leads me to calm water.

3 He gives me new strength. He leads me on paths that are right for the good of his name.

4 Even if I walk through a very dark valley, I will not be afraid, because you are with me. Your rod and your walking stick comfort me.

5 You prepare a meal for me in front of my enemies. You pour oil on my head; you fill my cup to overflowing.

6 Surely your goodness and love will be with me all my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.

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