“for though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again…”
Proverbs 24:16a (NIV)
Success in life doesn’t mean you won’t fall down – but rather that you won’t stay down. Today, with the Lord’s help, decide to get back up! Simply because you fail doesn’t mean you are a failure. View your mistakes as moments – not monuments!
Have a Blessed Weekend!
Jim
“Be still, and know that I am God…” – Psalm 46:10a (NIV)
Today, when you experience a delay of some kind, like being stuck in traffic, refuse to get upset and stressed out. Instead, pray, “Lord, I thank you that you’re in control, that I am right where you want me, and that in your perfect timing you will even use this hold up for good in my life”. You’ll have a much better day!
In His Care,
Jim
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one this holiday season? Remember, that your loving Heavenly Father grieves with you. Right now, feel Him wrapping His arms of comfort, strength, peace, and hope around you in a special way.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”
Psalm 34:18 (NLT)
Grace and Peace,
Jim
“Expand the space of your tent. Stretch out the curtains of your tent, and don’t hold back. Lengthen your tent ropes, and drive in the tent pegs. You will spread out to the right and left.”
Isaiah 54:2-3a (GOD’S WORD)
Great visions and bold prayers are not only right – the Lord expects them. The size of your horizons should match the size of your God. Make room for His immeasurable power, boundless creativity, and limitless possibilities in your life!
Blessings to you,
Jim
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV)
Remember, when you give your best, God notices even if no one else does. You will not only receive an eternal reward – but also enjoy His approving smile today!
In His Care,
Jim
Refuse to live in the “land” of disappointment, discouragement, and doubt. Trust that where ever you are now or will ever go, God has already been there and is with you. Make hope the home of your heart!
“I saw God before me for all time. Nothing can shake me; he’s right by my side. I’m glad from the inside out, ecstatic; I’ve pitched my tent in the land of hope.”
Acts 2:25b-26 (The Message)
Sabbath Rest and Blessings,
Jim
“This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”
2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT)
By God’s Power and Grace you are a new person and today is a new day filled with new possibilities. Stop doubting that it could happen to you or trying to figure out how God is going to do it – simply believe it, receive it, and live it!
Have a Great Weekend,
Jim
Trying to figure everything out yourself will leave you stressed, confused, and discouraged. You don’t have to have all the answers as long as you know the One who does!
“Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own.
Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 (The Message)
Blessings,
Jim
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime! Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.”
Psalm 30:5 (NLT)
Remember that your difficult times come to pass – not remain. Just as winter becomes spring and night becomes day things will not always be the way they are and you will not always feel the way that you do. One way or another your best days are still ahead of you!
Because of Calvary,
Jim
“With God’s power working in us, God can do much, much more than anything we can ask or imagine.”
Ephesians 3:20 (NCV)
It is not only right for us to pray big and bold prayers – God expects them! He promises to “top” the greatest visions, hopes, and dreams we give Him. So pray with enthusiasm – trusting that His answers will be in your eternal best interest!
Grace and Peace,
Jim
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