Put a handle on it.

This weekend, many went to worship, There will be time spent in the word.  Some study in a class and/or hear a sermon message.  Some receive a speech while others, received a message from God; directed and focused,  empowered by God's Spirit.

Sadly these moments  (if allowed to, or if I'm speaking) can be; sleepy, sneezy, grumpy.... well, you get the picture.
The time we come together as a community, This time can be inspirational, educational, convicting, repenting, redeeming,and encouraging!

If you meet with a group of loving, Bible believing followers,  allow your worship to bless God.  Remember what you have heard .  We can then, allow our lifestyle during the week, to bless God and be a light in our circle of life, God has placed us in.

Don't waste that time of worship and the message from God. Put a handle on the word spoken, and carry it with you and connect with Him  throughout the week!

p.s.
you might not have given God a thought all weekend or even this month.  Take this time, or as soon as possible, to reconnect, then put a handle on it, carrying  His message with you, throughout the week. Connect with God moment by moment, daily and so on.

Ranger Bill 55-12-21 The Hermit

Beware!

Be on the lookout for wolves in the church.
Be noticing eyes, when someone is talking to you.
Be alert while driving your car or bike.
Be kind to children.
Be involved in community and church activities.
Be a Follower of Christ.
Be reading good books.
Believe in God.
Be learning.
Be teachable.
Beware
Be Aware!

The Inward Struggle

There is a battle for our minds .  We are not big on relying alone on a positive mental attitude.  But it is definitely something needed.  Some of the struggle is being "deceived" by our emotions that help, yet also have the tendency to "lie" to us. Whether correct or incorrect, we have perceptions on what is happening within and without us.   The inward plight of family or friends, many times go unnoticed or thought to be a phase. What is sometimes seen as lackadaisical, minute or just "in your mind" may be a  very real torment of the heart and thought process.  Life is seen as hopeless and no way out.

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Since the fall of man we have been searching, even struggling to find ourselves. We may be looking in all the wrong places.   We are to first start with God.

 I believe a Biblical worldview, even a Biblical-lifeview is necessary.  Let me suggest having peace with God through faith in Christ is the answer.  This is not aimed at defending the good news but to lovingly declare it. Trusting Christ may not make you a perfect person. We still wear glasses don't we? Die from cancer, do we not?  We may find ourselves sad and depressed. Trusting Christ does make us righteous, forgiven. We then will not perish, but have an eternity spent with God (without glasses or depression).

The Apostle Paul wrote about a struggle:  "For the good that I will do, I do not do, but the evil I will not do, that I practice"  He said:  "Oh wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death? I thank God-through Jesus Christ our Lord. So then with the mind, I myself serve the law of God, but with the flesh the law of sin."

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To His followers Jesus said:  "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."  Paul wrote to us;  "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God; and the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

There is so much more to share. Will there be seasons of despondency? There most likely could be.  For the long haul, please trust Christ as your only hope to spend eternity with God. and know the source of our struggle and continue walking with God, living not based on  feelings but an accurate view of God and an accurate view of self.

God loves you. God is love He didn't make us robots. That would not be love,   Choose to follow Him today.   "And be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and Holiness."

Despondent, tormented....or  in peace;  don't do life alone.  ltflener@hotmail.com

God loves You!

For God so loved you that He gave His only begotten Son that if you would believe you should not perish but have eternal life!  Receive His love then tell that good news to others.

Back to School.

It's  time to return to school. Summer vacations will be wrapping up  this month. Some will now be shopping for clothes You may have to start now waking the kids up early to get out of the habit of sleeping in. 

While it is drudgrey for kids it can be an opportunity for ministry and help to those that might need it.
Some churches and even organizations are providing back packs or school supplies to certain classes . It might be a great time for a back to school rally complete with worship music and a message of encouragement and hope for eternity.  After party  following a football game could be fun, as you show you or your group mean kids and families no harm.

Pray for these students safety against those that would bully them or enter the building with harm in their heart. Here's to a great year of growth;  mentally, physically and most of all spiritually.