And do not give the devil an opportunity [to lead you into sin by holding a grudge, or nurturing anger, or harboring resentment, or cultivating bitterness]Ephesians 4:27 The Holy Bible Amplified Version
Unfortunately, one of my bad dispositions is letting go of a grudge. Being more mature I have learned to place it at the feet of Jesus. He heals the wound and avenges the wrong doer.
Many times however, it is played out in my head where they are shamed while yours truly look like the hero. This childish fantasy is surely played out in all of our heads. Rather than dwell on the wound others have inflicted from personal experience, it is better to listen to old hymns that praise Jehovah. This fills the heart with joy rather than anger and bitterness.
Now of course the wound may need to be healed by going to righteous Christian councilors to help deal with the lingering pain.
Those that nurture the grudge are cultivating weeds of hate and anger which suffocate the beautiful plants of love and joy. They become mean, bitter angry old men and women in their later years.
Of course this devastating disease cause great harm to both the mental and physical body.
It also affects the relationship with Christ. Because He is love and there is hate and anger in the heart the two are not comparable.
I have seen more than a few who have sacrificed their physical and mental health on the alter of bitterness and grudges. Joseph- Anthony: Green
Prayer: PleaseYAHWEH-Ropheka (God our healer) heal the cuts both superficial and the gougingly deep ones that have been inflicted upon me.
Please empower me to concentrate on all Your loving attributes instead of foolishly wasting my time rerunning the event over in my head where I glorify myself while shaming the offender. That is such a wast of time and is very childish.
I sincerely request this in the name of He who heals all wounds Jesus Christ. Amen
May the gentle assurance of Jesus’ sweet love encompass you today and every day. Joseph a son of Jehovah
So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34 The Holy Bible Amplified Version
It is a disease that plagues us all. It’s name is worry.
We worry about our health, we worry about our finances, we worry about our relationships, we worry about our country. The list goes on.
When we are Christians worry is a sin. That is right, worry is a sin. It indicates we do not have faith (which means trust) in Jehovah to take care of us. Because we do not believe in His promises we are calling Jehovah a liar.
Now when we are baby Christians it is normal to have little faith because we have little experience in our walk with Christ. However, those of us that have walked with Christ for numerous years and decades that still have no trust in Him shows a lack of interpersonal relationship with Him, it is shallow.
Worry is practical atheism put into practice. Joseph a son of Jehovah
Prayer: Thank you Jehovah Mephalti (The Lord my Deliverer) for always delivering me from all my worries and cares. I exalt The in the name of He who fed the five thousand and delivered them from their cares in that moment Jesus Christ. Amen
May your house be filled with joy in the morning and sweet dreams at night. May it be a home where love has come to live. Joseph a son of Jehovah
“So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:34 Holy Bible Amplified Version
I used to be the World Champion Worry Wort. You name it and I would worry about it. I swear I used to worry about if I did not fart during the day (really). It caused endless sleepless nights. It is surprising I did not have ulcers or a heart attack. The stress meter would be on overload.
As my walk with Christ slowly matured more and more was put into His capable hands, starting off small and gradually enlarging as the walk with Him became more and more secure more and more was surrendered to Him. The end result was a good nights sleep ( which is enjoyed almost every night now).
There is more and more serenity in uncertain circumstances.
There now is amazing physical, mental and spiritual health.
Now there are times when there are uncertain circumstances and or situations that arise that is completely out of my control and a panic attack begins. That is when I sprint for a Bible, a quiet place to be with my Beloved and allow Him to comfort and assure me that every thing is under control. The stress meter goes dead and the worry melts away.
“Never dwell on the tomorrow; remember, that it’s God’s and not ours.” Edward B. Pusey
Prayer: Oh a deep heartfelt Thank you my cherished Jehovah Shalom (The Lord blesses with Peace) for blessing me with peace in every aspect of my life because I know You love me, You care, You help me and guide my steps. You are always there through all my difficulties and sorrows. You are the greatest. I praise You in the name of the Prince of Peace Jesus Christ. Amen.
May the gentle assurance of Jesus’ sweet love encompass you today and every day.
If it is unacceptable in your sight to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve: whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you live; but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 Holy Bible Amplified Version
Every decision we make is important.
Most addictions start with a wrong move. “Oh, I can do it just once and there will be no harm.” In my elder years I can see the results of this faulty thinking.
When young “sex, drugs and rock and roll” was the mantra. Those that are still alive today are suffering the consequences of this horrible thinking. Their mental, physical and spiritual health is shot. Not only that but if they had kids the kids are all messed up because of their parents lifestyle.
These foolish choices only end up in their ultimate destination which is eternal damnation in Hell.
Just as alls it takes it a tiny pebble to start a powerful destructive avalanche so too can the wrong choices lead to devastating consequences in your life. Joseph son of Jehovah
On the other hand most of those that refused to follow this destructive path are living a comfortable life with peace of mind and for the most part in good physical health.
“You are free to choose, but the choices you make today will determine what you will have, be, and do in the tomorrows of your life.” Author Unknown
Prayer: Thank you Jehovah ‘Ori (the Lord is my Light) for lighting the proper path to take in life. I extol Thee in the name of the Light of the world Jesus Christ. Amen.
May the gentle assurance of Jesus’ sweet love encompass you today and every day.
In peace [and with a tranquil heart] I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety and confident trust. Psalm 4:8 Holy Bible Amplified Bible
Today I see so much anger, depression and stress.
Do you wonder why?
Many say it is because we live in such a fast paced world where folks want instant gratification.
When I walk, sit down and enjoy communion with my Beloved in Gods Cathedral (nature) I experience peace and tranquility such as may be blessed in no other manner.
Many say it is because with the electronic and internet world there is no face to face conversations anymore and society does not nurture personal relationships.
No matter where I am Jehovah is always there and we share casual and deep conversations. He never puts me on hold, is too busy or bored to share communion with me. We enjoy a deep loving, respectful relationship.
Many face deep depression because they have no one to talk with and listen to them or bless them with wise advice.
Jehovah is always there, Jehovah always cares. Joseph- Anthony: Green
Jehovah is always there for me when I need Him. He patiently listens to my cries and when I am exhausted he blesses me with His gentle love ans peace. Then He blesses me with Divine wisdom to resolve all my problems.
Read your Bible about what Jesus experienced when he walked amongst us. There is not one thing you are going through that he has not experienced.
What are you waiting for Child?
Jehovah is waiting for you with open loving arms. Go to Him and He will bless you with Heavenly peace, love and joy.
“Who except God can give you peace? Has the world ever been able to satisfy the heart?” Gerard Majella
Prayer: Thank you Jehovah-Shalom (The Lord blesses with Peace) for blessing me with peace through the many storms in my life. Thank you with blessing me with Your Heavenly joy that is only nurtured through daily communion with You. Thank you for blessing me with the most awesome love affair there ever was, is and can be. I thank you for these cherished treasures through the Prince of Peace Jesus Christ. Amen.
May the sunshine of Jesus’ sweet love bless you today and every day.
Some Christians believe that miracles do not occur today through Christians.
I disagree and here is why: Jesus Himself promised that we could and would do miracles when we have strong faith. I do not see where he specifically says it will end with the disciples. Indeed does the Bible not state that old men would have dreams as a sign of the end of times? Matthew 10:1, Mark 16:16-18, 2 John 14:12 The purpose of the miracles is to confirm the pastors calling. Exodus 4:3-9, 30:7:10, 12 Numbers 16:28-35 I Samuel 12:17, 18I Kings 17:24 Mark 9:39; 16:17-18 John 3:2:6:14, 36; 11:42Acts 2:222 Corinthians 12:12
I had one experience in Asia where I was witnessing to a woman. She kept on laughing and questioning what made me so sure there was a God and that he had arranged for us to meet and share a Bible study. One day she informed me she had a friend whose husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I informed her I would pray for him. After the third day the doctors examined him only to discover that there was no cancer even though he was not taking any medication. She was ecstatic when she emailed me so that is why I know it is true.
That the message is from God Exodus 4:3-9, 30; 7:10, 12 Judges 6:11-21 I Kings 17:24; 18:37-392 Kings 20:8-11 Matthew 11:2-5 Mark 16:2 John 5:36 Acts 2:22; 8:6
Hebrews 2:3-4
That the miracles increase faith. John 2:11, 23; 5:53:7:31; 11:45;20:30-31Numbers 14:11 Acts 9:42
There was an Asian man who I was witnessing to that was a new believer. One day he shared with me that being middle aged he was afraid of losing his job because the company he was working for was going bankrupt and he would be unable to get another job. After three days of my praying a company called him to offer him a job where he did not have to travel (he was a salesman who was always travelling about the country),had good benefits and more wages. Considering there are millions of younger unemployed men and women in his field with the latest skills and he was nearing retirement age wouldn’t you consider that a miracle?
No matter who is the vessel God uses to bring about a miracle or healing,it is God Who is to get the glory for it.
Chronicles 7:3Matthew _:8; 15:31 Mark 2:12 Luke 5:25-26; 7:15-16:13 13; 17:15-16; 18:43 Acts 4:21; 14:11-15John 2:11; 11:4
This is a hard one for me. I have had people repeatedly praise me for the wonderful things that occur to them when associating with me. I always inform them to give praise to Jehovah, not to me. I feel very uncomfortable with it.
Prayer: Please Jehovah Jireh (God our provider) bless me to be alert to those with whom You have given signs and wonders to to point us to You. Please bless me to humbly and wisely use these awesome tools You have given me the responsibility to use to point others to You. I sincerely ask this in the name of He who used them in a wise manner Jesus Christ. Amen.
May the sunshine of Jesus’ sweet love bless you today and every day.
Thou wilt keep himin perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee; because he trusteth in thee. Holy Bible , American Standard Version
I am a caregiver for my elderly mother. She is extremely stubborn and independent. Because of health reasons she has lost a lot of her independence. This causes a lot of friction between us. Many times I feel like I am going to explode and I have to get away from her. The only thing to calm me down is a cigarette. As well she is stubborn and refuses to listen to listen to anyone. She is right and the whole world is wrong (even though she does not know what she is talking about). Then when things go south she always blames everyone but herself. I go almost a month without smoking and then she gets into one of her moods and look out. Then I need a cigarette and we do not talk with each other for a few days. This has been going on for three years. Each time I prayed for wisdom on how to handle her and then read an article on how a man was stressed out and was told that the reason for his stress was because only if you let it stress you out it will. Now that sounds reasonable but then how do you handle the situation? Later while reading the Bible this verse suck out to me: Thou wilt keep himin perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee; because he trusteth in thee. Holy Bible , American Standard Version
It makes perfect sense.
When stress comes I remove myself from the situation and allow it to drive me to my knees where I belong in prayer. And Jehovah answers my prayer with peace and strength.
Prayer: Thank you Jehovah-Machsi – Lord my Refuge for blessing me with the privilege of entering into Your holy sanctuary where You bless me with peace, healing, comfort and fortitude to carry on in my duties (duty is an act of love) to You and my mother. I praise You in the name of the Prince of Peace Jesus Christ. Amen.
May the sunshine of Jesus’ sweet love bless you today and every day.
Cleavet: It has taken a year and a half but mom has finally settled down and there is a lot less problems now. She has even begun going back to church regularly for the first time in forty years. I have almost kicked the nicotine habit and know by Gods grace one day it shall be permanently conquered.
My grace is sufficient for you. My power is made perfect in your weakness. We cannot boast about it. We cannot earn it. He gave it to us through the cross.
