Mercy and Love

“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us“ ~ Ephesians 2:4

I don’t even know where to begin when it comes to the mercy of God, but we must strive to comprehend God’s mercy coupled with His love.  Why?  Because He loves us.    

If you are anything like me there are at times where I feel as though my sins have overtaken me, “But God…”. What a beautiful blessed statement to begin with, “But God…” 

If we were to only view God as creator (which He is). Or as the sustainer (which He is) or even as owner (which He is). We would not be wrong, “But God, being rich in mercy”. 

The fact that our sins have been paid, and paid in full should constantly be at the forefront of our minds as children of God.  Why? “But God, being rich in mercy”. His mercy comes from His love.  

So when you and I sin, which we do, it is His mercy that flows through His love that says Remember my love and come back to me.  It is His mercy and love that should have us running back to him when we sin.  

The devil will try to convince us of just the opposite.  The devil will say something to the effect of “you’ve sinned, so run”. I always picture that seen in the Lion King when Scar tells Simba to “run and never comeback”…silly analogy I know, but I am convinced that it makes the proper point.  

The bottom line is this; God is rich in mercy, God is rich in love and forgiveness, and it stems from His love for you…“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us”

If you don’t know God as your father I hope and pray this would encourage you to seek Him out. If you’ve been away from God and are now beginning to long to comeback to Him-He is rich in mercy and love for you.  If you are doing well spiritually then share this message with those whom you know need it.  

Finally, you can always message me if you have questions, comments, concerns or need help.

Giving Thanks

Despite what you may be going through, we can give thanks for the blessings that God has provided us.  Living, loving and giving thanks keeps you grateful, humble and focused on Gods goodness in your life.  So give thanks.

His grace for you

There is nothing, absolutely nothing that does not fall under Gods divine power and Grace.  From faith to forgiveness, Jesus redeemed and reconciled it all for Gods children.  Think about it, what ever you may be in need of He has provided it, himself.

Press on

13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,
14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 3:13-14

As Paul writes this, we can and should join with him in the goodness that God is readily making available to all his children!

We can and should FORGET THE PAST, and PRESS ON!

How many of us have read Jeremiah 29:11?  But how many of us believe it? How many of us know that because of what Jesus Christ has done that we are reconciled back to God and can now call Him Father?!

So to keep it simple, almost silly, but true,  do you remember Simon Says?  "If Simon said it you can do it", well God said it, so you can do it, because He will do it through you.

Forget the past and press on!

Blessings

What am I supposed to do next?

It has been a long time since I have updated this (too long in fact) but I have wanted for awhile.  In fact the desire to do so had been steadily increasing for the past few months that I knew that I just had to.

But "What was I supposed to do next?"

Have you ever felt that you were supposed to do something, you just knew you were called to do something bigger and better, more than what you were currently doing right now?  Well what are we supposed to do when we have that feeling, that what I will call "Urge to Serve"?

First, and easiest of all, pray, "In all things prayer and supplication".

Next, "give thanks"!  Don't get disheartened but instead raise your head, raise your hands , raise your heart and give thanks.

Finally, talk to good godly brothers (and sisters)-seek Godly council.

I don't know where you are, or what God is placing in your heart to do next for his glory, but take these few steps.  Stay in the word, continue to pray, give thanks, and seek wise council.

Ill let you know what's on my heart, what I am desiring to do, that I am doing, and that is this;
To continue to expand our Bible study (possibly start a church) and disciple (mentor) people of all ages drawing them closer to God, seeing Him work on them, in them and through them, all for His glory.  So if you would please pray for me, that I would continue to grow in godliness and holiness.  That those of you that can and would willingly support me, this calling of mine would, and that in return I might be able to help you on your journey as well.

Blessings

"Where do I start?!"

I have been studying this particular epistle for several weeks now (The 3rd Epistle of John), and to be honest I started out of no deep theological debate, nor did I "feel led" to read and study, on the contrary the very reason I started reading and studying was for the simple fact that it is a short book, one of the shortest.  I should have known that as you read with purpose and intention of uncovering what God is conveying that any true desire to seek Him more, to seek His heart, He will reveal Himself more and more, infinitely more... needless to say, as I previously stated this has turned into a month long study, and one that I do not believe I am completely done with either, I know I am not done, this is only the beginning.


Why am I telling you all of this?  The answer is simple really, silly almost, we all know we need to start somewhere and "Where?" is usually the question, so the answer to that question is "ANYWHERE, just start."  So I am starting here with one of the shortest books with the intention of getting to know God more, join with me.  Take some time today and read this Epistle a few times, nothing especially different or difficult, just read it, then pray about it, and check back here and let's see what God reveals to us through it.  Blessings.

Are you blessed?

Can you call yourself blessed if you are rich? certainly, but are you still blessed if you are poor?  again the answer should be and the truth is "Yes!"  Can you feel cursed if you are poor (notice the key word "feel") Yes, yes you can "feel" like you are cursed if you are poor.  On the other hand can those that have money, (what the world considers rich) "feel" cursed as well?  Most assuredly!  So what is the difference between being considered blessed or cursed if it is not rooted and grounded on your finances? ( or any other gift given you; fame, good looks, fortune, etc.)  The simple answer is that we must know what the truth is about being truly blessed is.  Then out of knowing that truth we must apply what we know and hold fast to the truth despite, and in spite of what may try to convince us otherwise.


Let us pray for ears to hear and an open heart.