Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. 

Hebrews 13:8

Have you ever noticed the changes that occur in a day's time? Time (goes by quickly), people's attitudes,  traffic on the freeway, relationships, position of the sun and moon...the list is endless and changing constantly. Not much stays the same day in and day out.

We live in a world that hungers for change. Most people get bored easily if change does not occur. Is change good? I'd say YES. God created our planet that moves and changes by the second. Change can be good. At the same time changes can be frustrating and make us feel uncomfortable and unsure of the future. ‎

One thing is for sure, God doesn't change. No matter what is happening in your life He is always there....ready to provide stability in unstable times. Often times our relationship with Him changes and we stray away from Him due to our disobedience. Just remember, no matter your justification for the lifestyle you live may differ from God, His feelings towards sin remains the same. Public opinion and Federal laws can be changed, which go against His basic principles for righteous living....but His opinion never changes.

Why does God stay the same in all aspects of His being? Because He knows what is truly right, truly worthy of our attention....He remains the same so when we are off course....we know right where to find Him. He is never hard to find and welcomes your complete awarenss of His presence so He can susatin you amongst the ever changing world we live. 

Let's get back to the basics of God's laws, principles and Christ like character so we can stand on firm ground and bring glory and honor to the creator of life. He is there, ready to receive you...walk to Him today and thank Him for His steady hand reaching out to you in love. He will bless you for staying close to the unmovable God. Have a blessed day!

To Him be the glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 5:11

Have you ever stepped outside at night and gazed at the stars....millions of little lights without end, witnessed the birth of a child or seen the ocean...wave after wave, mile after mile....its a vast body of water. These and other magnificent wonders are all creations of God. By His words he called the world we live into existence. 

As Christians, we need to come to the realization that our life and every aspect of it was called into existence for one purpose, to bring glory to God. Through your life, you can honor God through living a Christ centered life...loving others, sharing the abundant blessings of possessions with others in need and most of all, telling the lost about what you have found through God's grace...a Savior named Jesus Christ. 

Have you ever witnessed the transformation of someone from being a lost soul to someone who accepted Christ and became a Child of God? There is nothing more moving than to see a darkened soul come to life. Bring glory to God today by your actions and words, sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and opening the eyes of the world to the realization that everything in it was authored by God. 

Take time today to thank God for his creation and the blessings he has placed in your life. Praise Him, for He is worthy of your praise! Have an amazing day...

God Bless! 

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Labor Day Christian‎

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit. 

1 Peter 3:18

Have you ever completed a job only to find out someone else already did it....and did it better than you? You probably have encountered this in your life. You worked so hard and put forth effort only to find it was in vain. 

Since Christ's death on the cross, many people labor in their ways...trying to do right, live right...so they can earn their way to Heaven. When they sin, it makes them work even harder. What a life of frustration. 

Friend, you can NOT work your way into Heaven. We are all fleshly in nature, we are bound to sin. Jesus said in John 14:6 "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me". We as humans can't do it...only by accepting Jesus Christ into your life and receiving the free gift of salvation (forgiveness of sins) will you be able to know in confidence that Heaven will be your home. 

Jesus Christ did the work you could not do. Why continue in your efforts to gain acceptance when acceptance of Jesus Christ is free for anyone who asks. Thank Jesus for all He has done for you, receive Him today and experience His unconditional love for you. God bless friends and happy Labor Day! ‎

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Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. James 2:17

 Have you ever written out plans to construct or do something? Maybe it was plans to build a shed, furniture, plans to take a vacation or simply an organized road trip. When we make plans, we have confidence knowing we can construct the object we designed or know we can make the trip because we have a vehicle to get our journey started. But plans become worthless if we don't follow through to start construction or hit the road. 

The same is true with the Christian life. By faith we believe in Jesus Christ, that He died on the cross for our sins. By accepting Christ into our life we are a child of God. God enacted a plan to have a personal relationship with His creation. He initiated His plan through Jesus Christ. Jesus fulfilled His purpose and constructed that bridge between God and mankind. 

God has a plan for each Child of God. As obedient children we should continually search out God's purpose for our life and keep working with His plan as we grow in our relationship with Him. Unless we are willing to do His will and follow His lead....his plan for us is useless...and eventually we will become like a fruitless vine....cut off and thrown into the fire. John 15:1-8

God has a special plan...a project...for your life. Seek it out, act upon it and keep your faith alive in Christ. God will bless your life through your obedience. Are you ready to get started! God bless friends!

Be still and know that I am God:

I will be exalted among the nation's, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10

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If we are going to see America get back to being a Godly nation, we need to start with ourselves. As Christians, we are a living testament of Jesus Christ. Our priorities, focus, actions, thoughts and words should center around God's instructions for living. 

The only way we can live by biblical standards is to read and study it daily. What we put into our minds begins to transform and shape every aspect of our life. Unless we crack the book we will have no true direction on how to live lifestyle that reflects the character of Christ.  ‎

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This requires quiet time with the Lord. Listening to His voice as He speaks to you every day. His voice can ONLY be heard when we surrender our time and walk in obedience. The journey to obedient living can and will be difficult....satan is always attacking those who draw close to God. BUT, satan has been defeated....he is simply a mire distraction to your williness to walk closely with God. Ignore and bind satan in the Name of Jesus Christ. 

It starts with you! What you show others by living a Godly lifestyle can influence the world around you. Take time each day to read, pray and focus on Him. It's up to you...are you willing to make America a Godly nation? Have a blessed day friends. ‎

But whoever has this world's goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?

My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. ‎

1 John 3:17-18

 If you keep your eyes open when out in the world, on occasion, you will notice someone doing an act of kindness for someone....opening the door, helping an elderly person load groceries into their car, pick up someone's books they just dropped. There are so many opportunities to express acts of kindness. 

When we see these actions, they usually spill over into us who witnessed them...thus prompting us to jump at the opportunity to perform unselfish acts of kindness. There is nothing more special in life than helping someone in need. ‎

But what prompts us to take an extra step or minute to help others? If you are a Christian it's most likely the presence of God living inside of you through the Holy Spirit's encouragement to express love through "action". 

Do you help others....do you take some time out of your busy day to give support for those in need? You don't have to look hard to find opportunities to help. If you find it hard to take that extra step, ask God to give you the patience, the willingness and heart to express Christ love through selfless acts of service. By doing so others will see the presence of Christ in your life and want to do the same for others. 

Pay it forward today and make time for others...God will give you back that time in full and bless you for your obedience. God bless friends. ‎

Does a spring send forth fresh water or bitter from the same opening?

James 3:11‎

 I recall a time in our town when someone from the water treatment plant failed to add chemicals to the filtration system and entire city experienced the taste of lake water for weeks. It was an awful experience. Most stores in town could not keep a supply of bottled water. 

As humans, what comes out of our mouth is a good indicator of the filtration system we have in our heart. If vulgar and wicked things are said, it's safe to assume the presence of God is not in the heart of that person. So why then do some Christians speak words that don't reflect the image of Christ? Something to think about. 

As Christians, we have the Holy Spirit living on the inside. The Spirit acts as a filtration system for the words we speak, ONLY if we feed and nourish our minds and hearts by reading God's word, praying and making Him part of our daily life. By doing so, we empower the Spirit to filter out our minds and hearts of the impurities that can be generated by living in an ungodly society. 

Where does your source of refreshment come from? The world or from God? Your words are one of the best indicators of your heart's spiritual condition. If you know your words aren't a reflection of the person you truly desire to be, ask God to filter out the world from your mind and heart so you can be a well spring of holiness in your daily speech. God will honor your request and transform your words to bring Him glory. 

Check your heart by the flavor of your words. May they be refreshing and a blessing to others. Have a wonderful day friends and God bless! ‎