What Is Going On
Have you noticed lately how surprised someone is when you do an act of kindness for them? Or have you been so absorbed with all the hate flying around that you aren't doing or saying anything nice? If we take a moment and let go of our emotions, stand back, and truly look at the world around us with an open mind, you may be surprised at what you will actually see. There is a true battle going on between good and evil. Which side does your actions and words represent? How do you even know which side is right and which side is wrong? My guideline is based on Jesus' example and the fruit of the spirit. Good is...love, joy, peace, forbearance, faithfulness, kindness, goodness, gentleness, and self control. Galatians 5:22-23. Evil is the opposite of that....quarrels, jealousy, outbursts of anger, slander, gossip, arrogance, factions, disorder, dissensions, envy, debauchery...Galatians 5:19-21 So step back for a few minutes and look in the mirror. Which side do you represent?
There is good and bad in all of us....What is the most dominant feature in your day to day actions? Look again at the description above. Are your actions representing Good or Evil? The main point is that we are all children of God and He wants us to Love God and Love People; Unconditionally. God is in control of everything and if we reach out to Him, He will answer. He gives us "free will" but what are we doing with that! We took anything to do with God out of our schools so we withdrew His protection for our children. We removed the Ten Commandments so our children don't have a rule book to follow. When was the last time you read a bible? When I pick up a bible, I find peace and examples of how to act.
Instead of throwing money at different types of destruction, why not try putting money into scholarships for needy children; or pay for tutors to help struggling kids in school so they can have a better future; or pay for a babysitter for the single moms that are working two jobs to make ends meet; or build tech schools for people who prefer to use their hands; or think of productive not destructive ways to spend your money. "Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else” 1 Thessalonians 5:15
So when you are faced with a "situation", what do you do? Do you "react" with an "emotional" response? Or do you "respond" with "thought" as to what is the proper way to handle the situation? It looks to me that everyone has gone completely "emotionally" bonkers! So please stop for a minute or two to think. Those of you who know how to pray, try that. You will be surprised at the result. Prayer is a mighty powerful thing. Jesus said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible" Matthew 19:26. "Testeverything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil" 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22
Pray for peace, pray for healing, pray for salvation, pray for repentance, pray.....
1 John 3:7-10 Dear children, do not let anyone lead you astray. The one who does what is right is righteous, just as Jesus is righteous. The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil's work. No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God's seed is in them. So how do we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are...anyone who does not do what is right is not God's child, nor is anyone who does not love their brother and sister.
Jesus gave His life for everyone to have eternal life and a life of peace and joy.....that's right...JESUS LOVES EVERYONE, so should we.
1 Timothy 2:8 Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or disputing.
Matthew 5:44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
John 17:15 My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.
John 14:1....do not let your hearts be troubled...
John 14:27 Jesus said, Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on Love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Colossians 3:12-14
Luke 18:1-8 is a story that urges us to not lose faith in God and remain persistent. Philippians 4:6-9 tells us not to be anxious, remember to pray, practice imitating Jesus....
God is patient with us and wants everyone to know and love and serve and honor Him. He is also a God of justice. This minute is all that we have that is sure. This minute should be lived responsibly. What are you choosing to do?
In His Love
Kim Todd
There is good and bad in all of us....What is the most dominant feature in your day to day actions? Look again at the description above. Are your actions representing Good or Evil? The main point is that we are all children of God and He wants us to Love God and Love People; Unconditionally. God is in control of everything and if we reach out to Him, He will answer. He gives us "free will" but what are we doing with that! We took anything to do with God out of our schools so we withdrew His protection for our children. We removed the Ten Commandments so our children don't have a rule book to follow. When was the last time you read a bible? When I pick up a bible, I find peace and examples of how to act.
Instead of throwing money at different types of destruction, why not try putting money into scholarships for needy children; or pay for tutors to help struggling kids in school so they can have a better future; or pay for a babysitter for the single moms that are working two jobs to make ends meet; or build tech schools for people who prefer to use their hands; or think of productive not destructive ways to spend your money. "Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else” 1 Thessalonians 5:15
So when you are faced with a "situation", what do you do? Do you "react" with an "emotional" response? Or do you "respond" with "thought" as to what is the proper way to handle the situation? It looks to me that everyone has gone completely "emotionally" bonkers! So please stop for a minute or two to think. Those of you who know how to pray, try that. You will be surprised at the result. Prayer is a mighty powerful thing. Jesus said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible" Matthew 19:26. "Testeverything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil" 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22
Pray for peace, pray for healing, pray for salvation, pray for repentance, pray.....
1 John 3:7-10 Dear children, do not let anyone lead you astray. The one who does what is right is righteous, just as Jesus is righteous. The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil's work. No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God's seed is in them. So how do we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are...anyone who does not do what is right is not God's child, nor is anyone who does not love their brother and sister.
Jesus gave His life for everyone to have eternal life and a life of peace and joy.....that's right...JESUS LOVES EVERYONE, so should we.
1 Timothy 2:8 Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or disputing.
Matthew 5:44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
John 17:15 My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.
John 14:1....do not let your hearts be troubled...
John 14:27 Jesus said, Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on Love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Colossians 3:12-14
Luke 18:1-8 is a story that urges us to not lose faith in God and remain persistent. Philippians 4:6-9 tells us not to be anxious, remember to pray, practice imitating Jesus....
God is patient with us and wants everyone to know and love and serve and honor Him. He is also a God of justice. This minute is all that we have that is sure. This minute should be lived responsibly. What are you choosing to do?
In His Love
Kim Todd
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