Today's Scripture
“Do not neglect the gift of God within you…” (I Timothy 4:14).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria Osteen
You are created and designed for a specific purpose. God has placed gifts inside of you to equip you to fulfill your purpose. Do you know what those gifts are? What are you passionate about? What can you do better than other people? What would you choose to do if there were no obstacles? God wants you to develop and pursue the gift inside of you. Your gift is a part of your destiny. But the gifts God gives aren’t just for us. He gives us gifts to help build the kingdom of God. You have a specific role to play in the body of Christ. That doesn’t mean God’s going to send you to a third world country or make you preach. But, there are people only you can reach. Are you using your gift to build the kingdom? Are you serving in your local church? Even if you are still discovering what your gifts are, you can simply take a step and volunteer. Everyone has something to give. You can give a smile, a handshake, or an encouraging word. As you step out and serve others, you’ll see the gift inside of you begin to grow, and you’ll move forward into the destiny God has in store for you!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for equipping me to fulfill my destiny. Thank You for walking with me and guiding me. Show me ways to develop what You have given me so that I can build Your kingdom in the earth. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Thursday, November 8, 2007
He is the Healer
Today's Scripture
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria Osteen
Aren’t you glad that God is a healer! It doesn’t matter what is “broken” in your life today, God’s nature is to bring you complete healing. Do you need healing in your body? Your mind? Heart? Finances? Relationships? God is your healer. Notice what the Psalmist says in this verse: He binds up their wounds. In the natural, if you have a broken arm, it doesn’t just heal over night. The doctor makes a cast to hold it in place and protect it. He binds up your wound. In the spiritual realm, God does the same thing. He wraps Himself around your brokenness and protects the wounded area until it is strong enough to function properly again. The Bible also says that He is a restorer. That means that when He does a work of healing in our lives, He makes us better than we were before. If you’re going through the healing process today, know this: it may take longer than you planned, but God is binding up your wound. He is protecting you and healing you. He will bring you out better and stronger than you were before. He will take you to a place of complete healing so that you can live the life of victory He has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, thank You for being my healer. Thank You for restoring every area of my life. I give You everything that I am today. Use me for Your glory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria Osteen
Aren’t you glad that God is a healer! It doesn’t matter what is “broken” in your life today, God’s nature is to bring you complete healing. Do you need healing in your body? Your mind? Heart? Finances? Relationships? God is your healer. Notice what the Psalmist says in this verse: He binds up their wounds. In the natural, if you have a broken arm, it doesn’t just heal over night. The doctor makes a cast to hold it in place and protect it. He binds up your wound. In the spiritual realm, God does the same thing. He wraps Himself around your brokenness and protects the wounded area until it is strong enough to function properly again. The Bible also says that He is a restorer. That means that when He does a work of healing in our lives, He makes us better than we were before. If you’re going through the healing process today, know this: it may take longer than you planned, but God is binding up your wound. He is protecting you and healing you. He will bring you out better and stronger than you were before. He will take you to a place of complete healing so that you can live the life of victory He has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, thank You for being my healer. Thank You for restoring every area of my life. I give You everything that I am today. Use me for Your glory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
You Set the Limits
Today's Scripture
“What if they don’t believe? Will their lack of faith make the faith of God no effect?” (Romans 3:3)
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria Osteen
There will always be critics and naysayers in life. It’s not what’s said about you that affects your life, but what you say and believe about yourself. Has the opinions of other people caused you to water down your dreams? One of the most important things you can learn is that other people don’t have to believe in you in order for your dreams to come to pass. Other people don’t set the limits for your life—you do. In Romans 3:3, the Apostle Paul is saying, “It doesn’t matter if other people don’t believe. Their unbelief is not going to keep me from believing in my dreams.” When God puts a promise in your heart, it’s not up to other people to bring it to pass, it’s up to you! You don’t need everyone to validate you. You have to follow the voice of God for yourself and allow Him to order your steps. God sees the hidden treasures that you’ve had buried on the inside of you. He wants to bring those treasures out and make your dreams reality! As you get rid of old, defeated thoughts and replace them with what God says about you, you will remove the limits and live the abundant life God has in store for you!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for another day to see Your goodness in my life. Help me to see myself the way You see me. Help me to see the plans You have for me so that I can be empowered by You to fulfill my destiny. I love You and bless Your name today. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
“What if they don’t believe? Will their lack of faith make the faith of God no effect?” (Romans 3:3)
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria Osteen
There will always be critics and naysayers in life. It’s not what’s said about you that affects your life, but what you say and believe about yourself. Has the opinions of other people caused you to water down your dreams? One of the most important things you can learn is that other people don’t have to believe in you in order for your dreams to come to pass. Other people don’t set the limits for your life—you do. In Romans 3:3, the Apostle Paul is saying, “It doesn’t matter if other people don’t believe. Their unbelief is not going to keep me from believing in my dreams.” When God puts a promise in your heart, it’s not up to other people to bring it to pass, it’s up to you! You don’t need everyone to validate you. You have to follow the voice of God for yourself and allow Him to order your steps. God sees the hidden treasures that you’ve had buried on the inside of you. He wants to bring those treasures out and make your dreams reality! As you get rid of old, defeated thoughts and replace them with what God says about you, you will remove the limits and live the abundant life God has in store for you!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for another day to see Your goodness in my life. Help me to see myself the way You see me. Help me to see the plans You have for me so that I can be empowered by You to fulfill my destiny. I love You and bless Your name today. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Friday, November 2, 2007
It was His timing.
Some would say it was an ill-timed vacation, but I don't believe that. I believe it was God's timing, and His timing is always perfect. Even though I may not know the reason for timing it that way, I do "know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose."
We arrived in San Diego three days before the wildfires broke out. What began as a time of sight-seeing and relaxing became a time of stress and uncertainty. We were among the first of many whose areas came under mandatory evacuation. This actually was a blessing, the favour of God upon us, because we were able to secure a hotel room at a very reduced rate. By the next morning, all the hotels in San Diego were booked solid and there were no more rooms to be found. Thousands were forced to seek refuge in emergency shelters. We were comfortable in a hotel room.
All the local TV stations suspended regular programming for three days, and we, along with half a million others who were displaced, stayed tuned for word on the status of the fires and when/if we would be allowed to return to where we were staying originally. We finally were able to return the day before we flew home.
At times, I wondered if there was something wrong with me. I felt removed somehow from my emotions, somewhat unfeeling in the midst of this trauma. Then without warning, the tears would come as I thought about the many, many people who would never return to their homes. They had lost everything and my heart hurt for them. The place we were staying in was untouched by the fire, and we could go home. But many would not.
Several of the major attractions were closed, major roadways were closed, the smoke was thick and the air quality was very poor. But we chose to keep a positive attitude and make the best of our time there. We may not have been able to do all the things we wanted to do and see all the scenery we were hoping to see, but we did have a good time anyway. Attitude makes the difference!
We arrived in San Diego three days before the wildfires broke out. What began as a time of sight-seeing and relaxing became a time of stress and uncertainty. We were among the first of many whose areas came under mandatory evacuation. This actually was a blessing, the favour of God upon us, because we were able to secure a hotel room at a very reduced rate. By the next morning, all the hotels in San Diego were booked solid and there were no more rooms to be found. Thousands were forced to seek refuge in emergency shelters. We were comfortable in a hotel room.
All the local TV stations suspended regular programming for three days, and we, along with half a million others who were displaced, stayed tuned for word on the status of the fires and when/if we would be allowed to return to where we were staying originally. We finally were able to return the day before we flew home.
At times, I wondered if there was something wrong with me. I felt removed somehow from my emotions, somewhat unfeeling in the midst of this trauma. Then without warning, the tears would come as I thought about the many, many people who would never return to their homes. They had lost everything and my heart hurt for them. The place we were staying in was untouched by the fire, and we could go home. But many would not.
Several of the major attractions were closed, major roadways were closed, the smoke was thick and the air quality was very poor. But we chose to keep a positive attitude and make the best of our time there. We may not have been able to do all the things we wanted to do and see all the scenery we were hoping to see, but we did have a good time anyway. Attitude makes the difference!
I wish I could change this.
I don't like that when a person makes a comment on this blog, they don't receive notification when a reply is made. :(
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