Hello everyone,

I just want to clarify something because I had an experience yesterday that made me think more about how we respond to others.

Sometimes in life, people have good and bad intentions when he or she does something but it's really not up to us to judge them for what they do but instead love them and pray that  they see Jesus in us and sometimes people act out of frustration from what they are dealing with and don't know how to be positive.  Let's not get distressed with people's actions but keep it moving by doing what we need to do.  Also, sometimes people's characters are damaged by others just for no reason.

What I'm saying is, there are always two sides to everything so let's  not jump to conclusions about anything but instead be that example for all to see Jesus in us.

Amen 

It's so important to try and do the right thing in our days because when we don't we cause issues in our lives and sometimes in the lives of others.

For example, if I don't do what I'm supposed to do in a situation and it involves others, people won't see the wisdom in it and it may cause others to not do the right thing when they are up against a similar situation.  

I said this before that sometimes people make decisions based on other people's feelings or what makes them feel good.  It's not good to do that because God holds all of us accountable for our own actions and He puts us here to give hope, joy and peace not to hold others or ourselves down.

When we don't work towards good virtues or good actions, we actually put a pause on our lives and don't demonstrate the good that God wants us to do.

The bottom line is try and do the right thing especially when it's involving others because our actions have an impact on others and when it's not a good impact, it affects all of us. 

Remember it all connects so let's stay connected to the vine so  that we can serve more and be what God has called us to be.

Amen

Sometimes in life we try and plan our day in what we think we're supposed to do and sometimes, that's not how the day turns out.  We really don't know God's plan but the beauty in all of this is to trust God, give love and always know that we're not in control.

It's very important that we humble ourselves and try our best to do what we can when we can because if we focus on doing this and that too much, it will become a distraction. 

All I'm saying is it's always good to plan but some days, it's not going to go our way but in your day as long as you love your neighbor and treat people with respect, we've done a good job.  Sometimes God takes us or guides us to another place or in another direction but it's very important to go with the flow and as long as you accept the day with Grace, I'm sure your day will be productive.

Let's learn to know that God gives us one day at a time so when we learn how to accept the grace, humble ourselves and become like  children, we're able to enjoy the day and serve the Lord.

Amen

Dear Lord,

Thank you for another day.  As we prepare ourselves for the coming week, please guide us and give us the strength to get through whatever we encounter.  Please continue to hold our hand and help us to do what you want us to do.

Lord, each day is a new day and we're here to serve, to heal and to sacrifice for The Body of Christ.  Your love is everything and when we share your share we strengthen relationships and give  hope to the world.

Thank you so much for all things.  In Jesus name we pray. Amen

Today is a new day full of love from God and an opportunity for us to rejoice and be glad. 

Of course we don't know what today may bring but God is still allowing us to be here to be an example for Him.  Whatever we have on our minds that's  heavy on our hearts, give it to God and enjoy your day.

Sometimes when we release stress, we're able to see HIS Goodness more. God tells us to  just deal with today because it's enough to handle so that means things can be good and bad but accept His grace and gain strength from Him.

I know sometimes when I get stressed, I like to be  myself but I sort of changed that a little because God is with us and when we think positive and have faith in Him, it helps to stand even through the battles. Also, when I'm up and about, it helps me too because this is when I can see his glory through others and by His love.

Have a good day and l love you all. Go out and taste and see His goodness and share that love with one another.

Amen

It's very important that we take each day as a gift because each day is so important and we don't even know if we're going to make it to tomorrow.

I'm asking all of you to keep my friend in your prayers.  He's in the hospital now fighting for his life from Cancer. The reason I'm mentioning this because some things we just can't control but we can control what we do and how we interact with others.  It's very important to interact with one another and to know that it's important to love one another.

God does have a plan but let's evaluate our lives to see what's important because life is precious and we shouldn't take it for granted.

Amen

Sometimes life may seem like it’s difficult or tough to deal with at times and sometimes we feel like we can’t get out of situations that we encounter.  Nothing is impossible for God so whatever you’re dealing with, trust Him and ask him to help you.

I can’t say what God would do but what I do know is he said He will never leave us and when we have burdens to give them to Him. This means let it go and just do better the next time.

I think we hold on to things too long and hold on to pain too long.  If this is you, let that go so you can move forward in your life.  Let’s not put a pause on your life and ask God to heal you.

We have to try and do what’s best for us so that we can love more, serve more and be at peace with  life.  Let’s not get caught up with things that we can’t control anymore but learn to have faith and believe that God will take care of us.  We have to accept the grace and know that we’re not alone and he loves us very much.

Amen
 

When we make decisions, we should always do it out of love and let others make their own decisions.  I say that because either the decision would be right or wrong, that person will have to deal with the consequences.  We should always be wise though and think before we act.

Sometimes we allow other people to influence us in our decision making but in reality we need to make our own decisions.  We all know what’s good for us and at the end of the day, whatever we choose, will be on us.

I’m saying all of this because if we make wise decisions out of love, we may not have consequences later.  I think we put a lot on ourselves.  Life is already stressful at times so let’s not make it harder than it is on our journey.

If someone tells you to do something that you know is not in your best interest, you need to not listen to that and if that person doesn’t want to be in your life, move on.  God is about love and we already have things in our lives to deal with so we don’t need more trials if we can prevent them. 

God said pick up the cross and walk with me so that means sacrifice and courage.  He helps us to make decisions on our journey through The Word and Prayer but we have to maintain our relationship with him and accept his Grace to even know what to do.  (Good decisions come from wisdom)  Sometimes we try and go the easy route by making decisions that make us or others feel good. It’s not about us or others but about building The Body of Christ. 

Also, when we make good and wise decisions, we help ourselves and others as well.  When we make wise decisions, people may be mad or it may appear to be not good but if it’s a wise decision out of love, it will benefit all.

I’m going to leave you with this.  Sometimes when we make decisions we make the wrong ones but we have to remember that we're not perfect.  We just have to always try and make wise decisions.  It’s not about the mistake that we make but about how we learn and bounce back from it.  Please make wise decisions so your tomorrow won’t affect your today.

Amen

The world is changing and the culture struggle between what’s right and wrong is a conflict with many.  One thing we know is God never changes. It’s so easy to get caught up in the world today but when we maintain our relationship with God through the Bible, Faith and Prayer, we know what’s good and what’s bad for us. One can’t judge another’s heart but the one thing that we know is what God teaches us all.
 
Sometimes the world can infect our thinking and in turn harden our hearts.  Let’s not let that happen and stay focused on what we need to continue to serve.  God tells us that we’re supposed to love our neighbor but He doesn’t say that we have to agree with everything our neighbor does.
 
I think this is the problem today.  Everyone wants to make excuses for what they want to do.  If I can do whatever I want, I will be a hot mess and will definitely have a negative impact on others.  We have virtues, commandments and The Word so let’s not lose that truth.  Still love, but work towards following the right path.
 
Amen

This world is all about growing in Jesus, always refreshing our relationship with God, serving to give hope and trying to have peace through it all one day at a time.  We don't know what tomorrow may bring but whatever comes, we have to know how to deal with it and still cope.

This is why we always need to maintain that relationship with God so we would know how to fight this spiritual warfare and keep our minds in the right place.  Peace only comes from God because this world is all about good and evil. Our hearts need to be in the right and our soul need be nourished with good fruit.

I know life is not easy trust me because I'm going through some things right now but we have to stand firm in the faith and trust in God.  He said he will never leave us and when it gets tough, give him our burdens so in saying that let's let go and let God because we just can't do it all by ourselves.  Actually, we're nothing without God so let's not be in distress but have joy in our hearts to know that when the praises go up, the blessings come down.

Amen and  Amen.