Tuesday December 11, 2018 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-The consequences of sin may last a lifetime or longer-

2-A covenant is a promise-

3-Noah was the second father of the human race-

4-Was getting drunk and naked before his sons the only act of sinfulness in Noah's life?

5-The message of Job is that you should not give up on God because he allows you to have difficult experiences-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

What is the biggest gripe of retirees--not enough time to get everything done-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Broken promises shatter trust and destroy relationships-

 

DID YOU KNOW

When Tom and Jerry made their debut in the 1940 cartoon "Puss Gets the Boot", Tom was called Jasper and Jerry didn't have a name at all-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Would the Roman guards have been killed or punished for allowing Jesus body to vanish?

2-What is the difference between an apostle and a disciple?

3-Who was the least important disciple?

4-Did Thomas touch the wounds of Jesus?

5-Why should the disciples have believed Mary Magdalene when she told them Jesus body was gone?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What kind of tree was withered by Jesus because it bore no fruit?

Answer for today         a fig tree           Mark 11:12-14

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

1 John 4:13-15      This is how we know we’re living steadily and deeply in him, and he in us: He’s given us life from his life, from his very own Spirit. Also, we’ve seen for ourselves and continue to state openly that the Father sent his Son as Savior of the world. Everyone who confesses that Jesus is God’s Son participates continuously in an intimate relationship with God.                                              Message

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, thank you for your love and your Spirit.  Use me to testify to your glory and grace-

 

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

 

 

Monday December 10, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Christians are to love God for who he is, not for what he gives-

2-Job's suffering was a test for Job and Satan, not God-

3-The ark was 6 times longer than it was wide.  That is the same ratio as used by modern builders-

4-Anger is not necessarily a sin, but actions motivated by anger can be sinful-

5-Anger should be the energy behind good actions, not bad actions-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

When is a retiree's bedtime? It is three hours after falling asleep on the sofa-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Wealth and luxury bring false security-

 

DID YOU KNOW

The original title of the television series "Charlie's Angels" was "The Alley Cats"-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-How could the chief priests have convinced people that the body of Jesus had been stolen?

2-Did the Roman guards tell their superiors that the tomb of Jesus was empty?

3-Did the Roman guards come to believe that Jesus was the Son of God?

4-What was Pilate's reaction on hearing that the body of Jesus was no longer in the tomb?

5-Did any Roman authorities come to check out Jesus' empty tomb?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What did Noah's dove bring back in its beak?

Answer for today           an olive twig        Genesis 8:11-   

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

2 Peter 3:17-18     But you, friends, are well-warned. Be on guard lest you lose your footing and get swept off your feet by these lawless and loose-talking teachers. Grow in grace and understanding of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ.          Message 

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, help me to be conscious of your presence, especially when challenges to my walk with you arise-  

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 December 9, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Although God loves us, believing in and obeying him do not shelter us from life's calamities-

2-God is fully aware of every attempt by satan to bring suffering and difficulty on us-

3-God is never caught by surprise by our troubles and is always compassionate-

4-God cannot be fooled by satan-

5-"The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, blessed be the name of the Lord-"

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The number of days in a retiree's week-----6 Saturdays and 1 Sunday-

 

I'VE LEARNED

It is much better to face reality than to live a lie-

 

DID YOU KNOW

The Flintstones lawyer who never lost a case was called Perry Masonry-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why was one of the two men on the road to Emmaus never named?

2-Was Luke living when Jesus was living?

3-Why were the eyes of the two men on the road to Emmaus opened when Jesus broke bread, gave thanks and gave it to them, and not before-

4-Why would Thomas not believe Jesus was alive when all the others tried to convince him he was?

5-Were the Chief Priests frightened when the Roman guards told them Jesus body was missing from the tomb?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

When Rahab hid the Israelites spies on her rooftop, what did she hide them under?

Answer for today            stacks of flax         Joshua 2:6

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

PHILIPPIANS 3:20-21       But there’s far more to life for us. We're citizens of high heaven! We’re waiting the arrival of the Savior, the Master, Jesus Christ, who will transform our earthy bodies into glorious bodies like his own. He’ll make us beautiful and whole with the same powerful skill by which he is putting everything as it should be, under and around him-

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, the hope you give me for the future blesses me-

 

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

Saturday December 8, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR TODAY

1-Faith in God is justified even when our situations look hopeless-

2-To be unshakeable, faith must be built on the confidence that God's ultimate purpose will come to pass-

3-Because God is creator of all angels, both those who serve him and those who rebelled, he has complete power and authority over them-

4-Any Christian who is committed to God should expect satan's attacks.  Satan who hates God also hates God's people-

5-God's people can overcome satan's attacks through God's power-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Women like silent men, they think they are listening-

 

I'VE LEARNED

We are all capable of hypocrisy-

 

DID YOU KNOW

When Bugs Bunny made his first appearance in 1935, he was called Happy Rabbit-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-When and where did Mary of Magdalene first meet Jesus?

2-Why did Mary Magdalene not recognize Jesus at the tomb?

3-How did the women who came to Jesus' tomb on Sunday morning with spices to put on Jesus's body expect to see it, since the tomb had been sealed and guarded?

4-Why didn't Jesus first appear to Pilate or the Sanhedrin?

5-Who were the two men on the road to Emmaus who Jesus met?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What plant was used to purify lepers?

Answer for today            Hyssop              Leviticus         

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Luke 2:10-12         There were sheepherders camping in the neighborhood. They had set night watches over their sheep. Suddenly, God’s angel stood among them and God’s glory blazed around them. They were terrified. The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I'm here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. This is what you’re to look for: a baby wrapped in a blanket and lying in a manger.”

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PRAYER FOR TODAY

  

Father, I am grateful for the gift of hope-

 

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

Friday December 7, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Suffering is not always a direct result of personal sin-

2-Prosperity is not always a reward for being good-

3-We must be careful not to judge others who are suffering-

4-When we congratulate ourselves for being right, we become proud-

5-Sin has twisted justice and made our world unpredictable and ugly-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The time is always right to do the right thing-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Cary Grant's real name was Archibald Leach-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why did Jesus first appear after the resurrection to Mary Magdalene?

2-Why didn't Jesus first appear after the resurrection to his inner circle of disciples-Peter, James, John?

3-Was Mary Magdalene really another another disciple?

4-Had Mary Magdalene been mentally ill or morally destitute?

5-Was Mary Magdalene married during the time of her friendship with Jesus?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

To what king did Jesus compare the lilies of the field?

Answer for today            Solomon       Luke 12:27

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Ephesians 3:20-21     God can do anything, you know—far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us.

Glory to God in the church!
Glory to God in the Messiah, in Jesus!
Glory down all the generations!
Glory through all millennia! Oh, yes!         Message

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, you are a mighty God, and it is a joy to serve you-

 

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

 

 

Thursday December 6, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Trusting God does not mean we do nothing-

2-God never intended for people to profit from others misfortune-

3-Make it a practice to help those in need around you-

4-Sometimes the way we take for granted the very blessings God has given us leads us to forget him-

5-People often have short memories when it comes to God's faithfulness-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday-

 

I'VE LEARNED

People want to change, they don't want to be changed-

 

DID YOU KNOW

W. C. Fields full name was William Claude Dukenfield-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Was the tomb of Jesus used again later on by Joseph of Arimathea?

2-Why wasn't Jesus body buried wherever his earthly father Joseph was buried?

3-Is it important to know the exact location of Jesus tomb?

4-Did Jesus have perfect health during his lifetime?

5-Why didn't Jesus first appear after the resurrection to all the disciples together?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What prophet had a vision of a branch of an almond tree?

Answer for today             Jeremiah         1:11

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

1 John 3:21-24       And friends, once that’s taken care of and we're no longer accusing or condemning ourselves, we're bold and free before God! We're able to stretch our hands out and receive what we asked for because we're doing what he said, doing what pleases him. Again, this is God’s command: to believe in his personally named Son, Jesus Christ. He told us to love each other, in line with the original command. As we keep his commands, we live deeply and surely in him, and he lives in us. And this is how we experience his deep and abiding presence in us: by the Spirit he gave us.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, your Word works in my heart, and I am grateful-

 

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

Wednesday December 5, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Forgiveness is not limited by the amount of sin, but by our willingness to repent-

2-The unread Bible is as useless as a lost one-

3-Sin repeated, but never repented of, invites disaster-

4-Believers today must be careful not to threaten their walk with God by taking on the practices of non believers-

5-There are no triumphs without troubles-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

The older you get, the better you realize you were-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Happiness equals satisfaction divided by desires-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Before he became a comedian, Bob Hope was a boxer known as Packy East-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why would Joseph of Arimathea have had his own private tomb?

2-Did any of Jesus' friends, family or followers have helped in Jesus' burial?

3-Was there enough time after Jesus died for Joseph of Arimathea to ask Pilate for permission to bury Jesus Body, prepare it for burial with Nicodemus and bury it before the Sabbath began at 6pm Friday (about 3 hours)?

4-Would the tomb of Jesus have been destroyed over the centuries?

5-Was Jesus' tomb used again later by Joseph of Arimathea?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What man met the Lord at the oaks of Mamre?

Answer for today         Abraham          Genesis 18:1

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Ephesians 1:3-4     How blessed is God! And what a blessing he is! He’s the Father of our Master, Jesus Christ, and takes us to the high places of blessing in him. Long before he laid down earth’s foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, you alone are worthy of praise.  Teach me to praise you with all that I am-

 

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

Tuesday December 4, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-You don't have to do evil to gain more experience and learn more about life-

2-When Eve gave into Satan's temptation, a knowledge of both good and evil seemed like a good thing-

3-A small sin has a way of growing out of control-

4-Fear is never a good excuse for failing to trust God-

5-Doing God's wIll begins with our desires-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups-

 

I'VE LEARNED

Most of our so called reasoning consists in finding agreements for going on believing as we already do-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Samuel Goldwyn's real name was Samuel Goldfish-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Was the body of Jesus washed before burial or was it too badly mauled?

2-Why didn't Jesus die from blood loss after the flogging and nailing?

3-When and where were the two thieves buried?

4-Would Barabbas have seen Jesus flogging and crucifixion?

5-Where is the real place of Jesus burial?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

 Who was killed after his hair was caught in an oak's branches?

Answer for today        Absalom         2 Samuel 18:9-10

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

John 15:7-8    “I am the Vine, you are the branches. When you’re joined with me and I with you, the relation intimate and organic, the harvest is sure to be abundant. Separated, you can’t produce a thing. Anyone who separates from me is deadwood, gathered up and thrown on the bonfire. But if you make yourselves at home with me and my words are at home in you, you can be sure that whatever you ask will be listened to and acted upon. This is how my Father shows who he is—when you produce grapes, when you mature as my disciples. 

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

  

Father, teach me to abide in your son and in your Word-

 

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

Monday December 3, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-There is no way to buy eternal life with God.  Only God can redeem a soul-

2-Right conduct can come only from a clean heart and spirit.  Ask God to create a pure heart and spirit in you-

3-You can never please God by outward actions,  no matter how good, if your inward heart attitude is not right to create a pure heart and spirit in you-

4-A foolish person does not necessarily lack intelligence for many atheists and unbelievers are highly educated.  Fools, are people who reject God, the only one who can save them-

5-Temptation is Satan's invitation to give in to his kind of life and give up God's kind of life-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

I doubt, therefore I might be-

 

I'VE LEARNED

The road to success is lined with many tempting parking places-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Dean Martin, born Dino Crocetti, boxed under the name Kid Crochet as a teenager-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Was it a risky move for Joseph of Arimathea to ask Pilate for the body of Jesus to bury it?

2-Why hadn't Pilate ordered what to do with Jesus' body?

3-Was any personal or cherished objects buried with Jesus?

4-Would Jesus ever have worn jewelry?

5-Would Jesus ever have had a hair cut.  If so, how?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What king appointed an overseer to watch after the fruits of the olive trees and sycamores?

Answer for today         David         1 Chronicles    27:28

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Mark 11:22-25      Jesus was matter-of-fact: “Embrace this God-life. Really embrace it, and nothing will be too much for you. This mountain, for instance: Just say, ‘Go jump in the lake’—no double mindedness—and it’s as good as done. That’s why I urge you to pray for absolutely everything, ranging from small to large. Include everything as you embrace this God-life, and you’ll get God’s everything. And when you assume the posture of prayer, remember that it’s not all asking. If you have anything against someone, forgive—only then will your heavenly Father be inclined to also wipe your slate clean of sins.”                      Message

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, You are the sovereign doer of the impossible.  Encourage me to pray big prayers

 

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 December 2, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-When we repent of our sins, God promises to forgive us.  He delivers us from sin's eternal consequences although he does not promise to undo all of sins's earthly consequences-

2-Life is short no matter how long you live-

3-Because life is short, don't neglect what is truly important-

4-Often, blessings cannot be received unless we go through the trial of waiting-

5-One antidote for depression is to meditate on the record of God's goodness to his people-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

Age is a high price to pay for maturity-

 

I'VE LEARNED

It is not how big the house, it is how happy the home-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Approximately 97 percent of all statistics are made up-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-What color of skin would Adam and Eve have had?

2-When did humans different colors of skin first appear?

3-Is our physical characteristics today an evolution of our original ancestors?

4-Was it common for people of Jesus' day to be buried in a tomb?

5-Why did Joseph of Arimathea want to bury the body of Jesus?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What tree's foliage was found in the carvings inside the temple?

Answer for today          Palm           1 Kings 6:29

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Ecclesiastes 3:1-3      

There’s an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth:

A right time for birth and another for death,
A right time to plant and another to reap,
A right time to kill and another to heal,
A right time to destroy and another to construct,

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, you are in control of all of creation, all of history, all of my life, and I am grateful-

 

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

Saturday December 1, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Because God is faithful and his word is dependable, we can rejoice and sing, giving thanks and praise-

2-Because the wicked have no fear of God, nothing restrains them from sinning-

3-In your gratitude for God's love and mercy, don't forget his justice-

4-Anger and worry reveal a lack of faith that God loves us and is in control-

5-You can tell a lot about a person's character by the way they handle money-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

If you are cross eyed and have dyslexia, can you read this okay?

 

I'VE LEARNED

You can't listen while you are talking-

 

DID YOU KNOW

An estimated 880,000 credit cards in circulation will turn out to have incorrect information on their magnetic strips-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Why were the disciples surprised at Jesus' words about the difficulty of rich people getting into heaven?

2-Why is the placing of hands on someone associated with giving a blessing?

3-How long did it take for Jesus and Simeon to carry the cross to Golgotha?

4-How many hours did Jesus hang on the cross?

5-Would Adam and Eve have looked like us today?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What city was the "city of palm trees"?

Answer for today        Jericho             2 Chronicles 28:15

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

JOHN 6:63     The Spirit can make life. Sheer muscle and willpower don’t make anything happen. Every word I've spoken to you is a Spirit-word, and so it is life-making      Message

                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, give me a heart to walk according to your Word-

 

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

 

Friday November 30, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-There is a difference in being with unbelievers and being one of them-

2-Don't be trapped by the false security of prosperity-

3-Depend on God for your security and you won't be shaken when worldly possessions disappear-

4-God has shown us that he is willing to forgive because his judgement on sin was satisfied by Jesus death on the cross-

5-Forgiveness has always been a part of God's loving nature-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

When companies ship Styrofoam what is it packed in?

 

I'VE LEARNED

The best thing to spend on your children is your time-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Twenty thousand checks will be deducted from the wrong bank accounts in the next hour-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Should Christians not declare bankruptcy except for things beyond their control such as unusual medical expenses or loss of a job, etc?

2-Should Christians try to leave a financial inheritance to their children and  grandchildren?

3-Should Christians always leave a part of their financial estate on death to their places of worship or other ministries they were interested in?

4-How much of a Christians wealth should be left for "God's work" when they die?

5-Should a  Christian try to provide financially for all possibilities associated with old age?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

Which tree does Jesus say can be uprooted and thrown into  the sea, if one has enough faith?

 Answer for today         mulberry tree       Luke 17:6

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

MARK 4:18-20    "The   seed cast in the weeds represents the ones who hear the kingdom news but are overwhelmed with worries about all the things they have to do and all the things they want to get. The stress strangles what they heard, and nothing comes of it. But the seed planted in the good earth represents those who hear the Word, embrace it, and produce a harvest beyond their wildest dreams.”                                      Message

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, help me to remember that my citizenship is found in heaven with you.  This world is not my home-

 

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

Thursday November 29, 2018 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Remember, overnight success takes about fifteen years-

2-Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them-

3-Dishonest communication hinders relationships-

4-If we lie to others we will begin to deceive ourselves-

5-When we regard God correctly we gain a clearer picture of ourselves-

STRANGE THOUGHT

Why is the word "abbreviation" so long?

I'VE LEARNED

Others may hate you, but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them and then you destroy yourself-

DID YOU KNOW

Men are 1.6 times more likely to undergo bypass surgery than women-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Does it matter to God what home we live in, what car we drive, or what clothes we wear?

2-Should Christians try to spend their income with christian business people?

3-Should Christians support businesses if they know the business is not run by christian principles or they support non christian activities or programs?

4-Should Christians live debt free except for a home?

5-Should Christians "pledge" their money to church or christian ministries, that they don't have trusting God will provide?

BIBLE TRIVIA

What defeated king was buried with his sons under an oak tree?

Answer for today        Saul           1 Chronicles 10-12

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Mark 13:28-31     Take a lesson from the fig tree. From the moment you notice its buds form, the merest hint of green, you know summer’s just around the corner. And so it is with you. When you see all these things, you know he is at the door. Don’t take this lightly. I'm not just saying this for some future generation, but for this one, too—these things will happen. Sky and earth will wear out; my words won’t wear out.             Message

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 Father, help me to live as your grateful and obedient child-

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

Wednesday November28, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Never deprive someone of hope for it may be all they have-

2-Be tough minded, but tender hearted-       

3-Be kinder than necessary-

4-Keep your promises-

5-Learn to show cheerfulness, even when you don't feel like it-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

If the police arrest a mime, do they tell him he has the right to remain silent?

 

I'VE LEARNED

God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage-

 

DID YOU KNOW

In the next seven days, eight hundred Americans will be injured by their jewelry-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-When Christians provide for their retirement is it a sign they aren't fully trusting in God-  

2-Will God supply you with what you could have provided for yourself but didn't-

3-When is it wrong to spend money on things

4-Is our wealth to be used to buy "things"?

5-To what extent should Christians be concerned with economics?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What did Delilah use to bind the sleeping Samson?

Answer for today         probably tree bark or twigs             Judges16:11

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Matthew13:23      “The seed cast on good earth is the person who hears and takes in the News, and then produces a harvest beyond his wildest dreams.”

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PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

Father, break my hard heart so it will be good ground for the seeds of your word to grow and produce a harvest for your kingdom-

 

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

Tuesday November 27, 2018 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-Watch a sunrise at least once a month-

2-Be the first to say "hello"-

3-Live below your means-

4-Treat everyone like you want to be treated-

5-Never give up on anyone-miracles do happen-

STRANGE THOUGHT

Should vegetarians eat animal crackers?

I'VE LEARNED

Sometimes there is no next time, sometimes there are no second chances, sometimes it is now or never-

DID YOU KNOW

YOu are more likely to get attacked by a cow than a shark-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Should a christian live a life of poverty and depend on God to supply every need they have without working for it?

2-How can a poor person give if they have nothing to give?

3-Are some people destined to be rich and some to be poor?

4-Can you give what you don't have?

5-Should Christians try to provide for retirement, sickness, education or simply thrust God to supply it all?

BIBLE TRIVIA

What kind of trees did the exiled Jews hang their harps upon?

Answer for today              Willows            Psalm 137:2

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

Matthew 12:31-33      “There’s nothing done or said that can’t be forgiven. But if you deliberately persist in your slanders against God’s Spirit, you are repudiating the very One who forgives. If you reject the Son of Man out of some misunderstanding, the Holy Spirit can forgive you, but when you reject the Holy Spirit, you’re sawing off the branch on which you’re sitting, severing by your own perversity all connection with the One who forgives

PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer-"

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

Monday November 26, 2018 thought for the day

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

1-In our prayers God's answers come from God's perspective-

2-It is difficult to let go of what we deeply love-

3-While persistence is good, stubbornness is usually self centered-

4-Pray not for thing, but for wisdom and courage-

5-Complement three people every day-

 

STRANGE THOUGHT

When it rains, why don't sheep shrink?

 

I'VE LEARNED

The next time you are in a holding pattern or a waiting mode be encouraged, the fog will lift---it always does-

 

DID YOU KNOW

Summer is statistically the most hazardous season-

 

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Is wealth always a blessing from God?

2-Does giving/receiving and planting/reaping apply to wealth?

3-What did Jesus mean when he said its was easier for a camel to go through an eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God?

4-Should a christian for more wealth than they have?

5-When should a christian be satisfied with the wealth they have?

 

BIBLE TRIVIA

What prophet was a "dresser of sycamore trees"?

Answer for today           Amos         7:14

 

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY

John 1:1-4    

^1-2 The Word was first,
The Word present to God,
    God present to the Word.
The Word was God,
    In readiness for God from day one.

^3-5 Everything was created through him; nothing—not one thing!—Came into being without him.
What came into existence was Life, and the Life was Light to live by.         Message

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

 

 

Father, develop in me a deep thirst for knowing your word-

 

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 November 25, 2018 thought for the day

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

1-"The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice"-

2-Genesis covered lots of years between chapters-

3-Lying compounds the effects of sin-

4-Fear is the most common motive for lying-

5-Sarah laughed at hearing she would have a baby at the age of 90.  That was understandable.  But when she lied about doing do, she sinned-

STRANGE THOUGHT

If a turtle doesn't have a shell, is it homeless or naked?

DID YOU KNOW

Waiting is an important part of the life of faith-

DID YOU KNOW

Statistically, the safest age of life is ten years old-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW

1-Did the wise men travel by themselves or in a caravan to find baby Jesus?

2-How could the wise men have traveled from afar over desert and wilderness for two years in safety?

3-How much of our money should we use for ourselves?

4-Did the wise men ever make it back home?

5-How do we keep from being trapped by the "love of money"?

BIBLE TRIVIA

What kind of wood was the Ark of the Covenant made of?

Answer for today         Acacia       Exodus 25:10

SCRIPTURE FOR THE  DAY

  JOHN 14:6-7      Jesus said, “I am the Road, also the Truth, also the Life. No one gets to the Father apart from me. If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him. You've even seen him!”                                             Message

PRAYER FOR THE DAY

Father, thank you that you have provided the only path for salvation and enabled me to recognize it-

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