Word of Encouragement

Monday, May 28, 2012

Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing...

Proverbs 28:27 (NLT)

Just a thought for the day, when you hear about or see a real need, take a moment and ask the Lord what you can do. The rest of the scripture says, "those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed". That's the last thing I want is to be cursed. Blessings seem so much more encouraging. It's not how much, or what you give, the scripture just says to give to the poor. So listen to the need, use wisdom and be sure you are hearing from the Lord, and go ahead, just do it. God will not allow you to out give Him...and He is watching. He knows your heart, no one else does. And the scripture says you will lack nothing.....pretty powerful.

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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

What is better than riches? You tell me!

The bible says in Proverbs 22:1 (The Message version) that "A sterling reputation is better than striking it rich", how does that translate into your life? Seems when I look around at the world people are striving for riches and fame. But have you noticed that so many people who not only have fame, but great riches are not always the happiest? You know, look at the media, every day someone is either getting a divorce, dead from drugs or alcohol, mad and fighting with what was their friend yesterday, or depressed and on max drugs. There are many things that money cannot buy and there are many people who are really happy and not what one would call "rich". Just something to think about. Sometimes it's good to just stop and take personal inventory and realize how blessed you really are. It can be a real eye opener. So if you are not what one would call rich, don't fret, just relax and enjoy the journey of life. You are here for a reason and only God can give you the direction you really need to go in. After all, the bible also says in Proverbs 22:2, (The Message version), that the rich and the poor shake hands as equals - (why - because) God made them both!.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Young people eventually reveal by their actions if their motives are on the up and up

Proverbs 20:11 (Message Bible)

The righteous man walks in his integrity;

His children are blessed after him.

Proverbs 20:7 (Message Bible)

Even a child's ways are known by his actions. Age is not the determining factors for our behavior, it is a matter of the heart. As we grow up from the teen age years and enter into the young adult realm many of our ways were determined as children. Jesus loves the little children and their hearts are so soft, we need to take care of them and set the best example we can. Whether they are our children or just children that we are around, they watch everything that we do. So walk in integrity and when you have your own children they will be blessed.

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Saturday, May 19, 2012

The one who knows much says little;

an understanding person remains calm.

Proverbs 17:27 (Message bible)

There will be times when you know the right answer in a situation, but the best response is to just be silent and stay calm. We can't change anyone, but the Lord can. Our prayers in difficult times can calm a troubled heart and assure others that we are there for them, even without a word spoken. It is His Word, the bible, that has all the answers and if we stay focused on this, the time will come when we will be able to speak a word that may help, but knowing when to speak and when to be quiet is the key.

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Friday, May 18, 2012

God's name is a place of protection - good people can run there and be safe.

Proverbs 18:10 (Message Bible)

When God approves of your life, even your enemies will end up shaking your hand.

Proverbs 16:7 (Message Bible)

Sometimes life seems to just have one battle after another, whether it is with your health, your job, your family or just your circumstances. But the Word of God says that in Him, in His name, there is protection. That doesn't mean you won't have challenges, but if you run to Him and not to man, you will feel His protection and be safe. The Lord can put you in high places and give you great favor if you stand strong and courageous no matter the situation. As the Word says, even your enemies will shake your hand. We are on the winning team, with God at our back the Word in our heart and the confidence that He is always faithful. Trusting Him in difficult times, and not leaning on what you can figure out, just walk it out, you will have the peace that passes all understanding. Guaranteed!