Weekly Verse and Song for Tonight Weeks 524 -532
March 13, 2024
Week 524
John 20:15 - 16
15 He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?”
Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
16 Jesus said to her, “Mary.”
She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
The Joy of the Lord
A question came up recently which was, someone emphasizing the difference between being Happy and Joy. It is a question I have thought about in the past. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 20:15-16:
15 He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?”
Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
16 Jesus said to her, “Mary.”
She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
In these verses Mary Magdalene is in sorrow as she visits Jesus's tomb and finds it empty, her initial thought is that someone has stolen Jesus's body. Mary appeared to be in complete sorrow.
When my mom passed away, I was in complete sorrow. The sadness I felt was sheer, you see growing up it is something I had thought about a lot. I realized how dependent I was on my mom, and how much I loved my mom and was dependent on mom. I would pray each night for Mom's protection and God not to take my mom away. When the day came it was unbelievable.
Mary, I can imagine strongly how she felt when Jesus who passed away was suddenly alive. Her sorrow turned to happiness. This happiness however is temporary as happiness is not meant to be a lifelong commitment, however, joy can be experienced. Knowing who Jesus truly was ever more now would have created a joy in Mary that would be carried for the rest of her life.
Amid my mom's passing, I had a sense of peace and joy knowing that one day I'll see mom again as mom is not experiencing pain any longer and is with Christ.
As Christians, we are not immune but think through what you may be facing and know that Christ is with us. This will produce a sense of joy knowing that you are not facing your circumstances alone.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who brings us Joy
Rend Collective - Joy Of The Lord (Lyrics And Chords)
Week 524
John 20:15 - 16
15 He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?”
Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
16 Jesus said to her, “Mary.”
She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
The Joy of the Lord
A question came up recently which was, someone emphasizing the difference between being Happy and Joy. It is a question I have thought about in the past. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 20:15-16:
15 He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?”
Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
16 Jesus said to her, “Mary.”
She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
In these verses Mary Magdalene is in sorrow as she visits Jesus's tomb and finds it empty, her initial thought is that someone has stolen Jesus's body. Mary appeared to be in complete sorrow.
When my mom passed away, I was in complete sorrow. The sadness I felt was sheer, you see growing up it is something I had thought about a lot. I realized how dependent I was on my mom, and how much I loved my mom and was dependent on mom. I would pray each night for Mom's protection and God not to take my mom away. When the day came it was unbelievable.
Mary, I can imagine strongly how she felt when Jesus who passed away was suddenly alive. Her sorrow turned to happiness. This happiness however is temporary as happiness is not meant to be a lifelong commitment, however, joy can be experienced. Knowing who Jesus truly was ever more now would have created a joy in Mary that would be carried for the rest of her life.
Amid my mom's passing, I had a sense of peace and joy knowing that one day I'll see mom again as mom is not experiencing pain any longer and is with Christ.
As Christians, we are not immune but think through what you may be facing and know that Christ is with us. This will produce a sense of joy knowing that you are not facing your circumstances alone.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who brings us Joy
Rend Collective - Joy Of The Lord (Lyrics And Chords)
March 20, 2024
Week 525
John 21:15
15 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
When We Fail
Just this week, I got into a discussion with a friend that escalated into a disagreement. I had a point of view that I believed was correct, and a friend of mine saw things her way. This caused a rift and in the morning, I felt bad for allowing things to escalate. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 21:15:
"15 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
Here in this verse Jesus has resurrected and has met His disciples along the shore. Jesus meets with Peter in front of the others and asks Him the same question three times. The reason Jesus asks Jesus this question multiple times is more than likely multi-fold, however, one reason I am highlighting tonight is the fact that Peter denied that he knew Jesus. Essentially Peter failed Jesus.
When I was younger I know there were many times when my mom would have asked me to do something where I did not do what I was asked. Essentially I failed Mom. In everyone's life, we fail someone, sometimes we are offered forgiveness and sometimes we aren't. When we fail the Lord, as Christians we don't need to wallow in it, the most important thing is to turn to the Lord for forgiveness over our sins. We need to know that God forgives us through Jesus. We can turn to Him, through the power of the Holy Spirit and seek Him.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who Forgives.
Lauren Daigle - Tremble [Live] (Official Music Video)
Week 525
John 21:15
15 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
When We Fail
Just this week, I got into a discussion with a friend that escalated into a disagreement. I had a point of view that I believed was correct, and a friend of mine saw things her way. This caused a rift and in the morning, I felt bad for allowing things to escalate. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 21:15:
"15 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
Here in this verse Jesus has resurrected and has met His disciples along the shore. Jesus meets with Peter in front of the others and asks Him the same question three times. The reason Jesus asks Jesus this question multiple times is more than likely multi-fold, however, one reason I am highlighting tonight is the fact that Peter denied that he knew Jesus. Essentially Peter failed Jesus.
When I was younger I know there were many times when my mom would have asked me to do something where I did not do what I was asked. Essentially I failed Mom. In everyone's life, we fail someone, sometimes we are offered forgiveness and sometimes we aren't. When we fail the Lord, as Christians we don't need to wallow in it, the most important thing is to turn to the Lord for forgiveness over our sins. We need to know that God forgives us through Jesus. We can turn to Him, through the power of the Holy Spirit and seek Him.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who Forgives.
Lauren Daigle - Tremble [Live] (Official Music Video)
March 27, 2024
Week 526
John 10:11
11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Bread, Light, Gate, Good Shepherd, Resurrection, [The Way, The Truth, The Life], The Vine
Good Shepherd
Being a Christian opens my eyes to worldly things and things that are not Working in the corporate world is one of those things. One of the things I notice in the corporate environment is how much at times many people may and may not resemble Christian behaviors. In tonight's verse, we come to a conversation Jesus is having from the pages of John 10:11:
11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Jesus is showing here how He is the Good Shepherd, and how He leads. He is the shepherd the leader that will protect His sheep. He will go to the extent of laying down His life for His people.
I'll never forget as a kid hitting my finger, crying looking at a pic of Jesus, and wondering why I was in so much pain, but finding comfort in Christ. My mom was with me and one of the things I recall was my mom making sure I was OK. The image of Jesus being a shepherd who leads yet will also protect us, is also the image I look for in corporate life. It's interesting because at times I work with people who lead, yet still willing to take the blame for when things go wrong, and then the opposite.
As Christians, I'm suggesting we follow the lead of the Good Shepherd, in all aspects of our life. Are you?
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the Good Shepherd
Hosanna | David Funk | Bethel Church
Week 526
John 10:11
11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Bread, Light, Gate, Good Shepherd, Resurrection, [The Way, The Truth, The Life], The Vine
Good Shepherd
Being a Christian opens my eyes to worldly things and things that are not Working in the corporate world is one of those things. One of the things I notice in the corporate environment is how much at times many people may and may not resemble Christian behaviors. In tonight's verse, we come to a conversation Jesus is having from the pages of John 10:11:
11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Jesus is showing here how He is the Good Shepherd, and how He leads. He is the shepherd the leader that will protect His sheep. He will go to the extent of laying down His life for His people.
I'll never forget as a kid hitting my finger, crying looking at a pic of Jesus, and wondering why I was in so much pain, but finding comfort in Christ. My mom was with me and one of the things I recall was my mom making sure I was OK. The image of Jesus being a shepherd who leads yet will also protect us, is also the image I look for in corporate life. It's interesting because at times I work with people who lead, yet still willing to take the blame for when things go wrong, and then the opposite.
As Christians, I'm suggesting we follow the lead of the Good Shepherd, in all aspects of our life. Are you?
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the Good Shepherd
Hosanna | David Funk | Bethel Church
April 3, 2024
Week 527
John 6:40
For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them at the last day.”
Fix Your Eyes
Last night I was talking to a friend and she was going through so much. One of the things I noticed is that she had a lot of pent-up frustrations towards people that she did not look inside to where the problems lay. In that sense, she started to blame everyone for her life, (including me) but had no ownership of herself. As I began listening all I could see was that her life was fixed solely on the here and now, and her life was not focused on Christ. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 6:40:
For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them at the last day.”
It was back in a time when I was going through a lot and my mom told me one thing she is praying for me. When my mom said this to me, I felt great calm, knowing that my mom cared. More importantly, one of the things my mom additionally said was for me to pray. My mom was reminding me that my eyes should not be focused on the problem but on Jesus, to seek Him in all that I am doing and while I am going through what I am. By doing so I would see the problems as God sees them.
In our lives as Christians, it is so easy to gaze upon the problem to see the weight of the world slowly compact us. But even with that, our lives should be focused on Christ. This is not something that should be taken lightly but should be taken with intention and vigor. Jesus knows our problems, He wants us to turn to Him in these moments and know He will carry us through them (Matthew 11:29).
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One our eyes are fixed on
This is Your Fight Song (Rachel Platten Scottish Cover) - The Piano Guys
Week 527
John 6:40
For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them at the last day.”
Fix Your Eyes
Last night I was talking to a friend and she was going through so much. One of the things I noticed is that she had a lot of pent-up frustrations towards people that she did not look inside to where the problems lay. In that sense, she started to blame everyone for her life, (including me) but had no ownership of herself. As I began listening all I could see was that her life was fixed solely on the here and now, and her life was not focused on Christ. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of John 6:40:
For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them at the last day.”
It was back in a time when I was going through a lot and my mom told me one thing she is praying for me. When my mom said this to me, I felt great calm, knowing that my mom cared. More importantly, one of the things my mom additionally said was for me to pray. My mom was reminding me that my eyes should not be focused on the problem but on Jesus, to seek Him in all that I am doing and while I am going through what I am. By doing so I would see the problems as God sees them.
In our lives as Christians, it is so easy to gaze upon the problem to see the weight of the world slowly compact us. But even with that, our lives should be focused on Christ. This is not something that should be taken lightly but should be taken with intention and vigor. Jesus knows our problems, He wants us to turn to Him in these moments and know He will carry us through them (Matthew 11:29).
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One our eyes are fixed on
This is Your Fight Song (Rachel Platten Scottish Cover) - The Piano Guys
April 10, 2024
Week 528
2 Samuel 19:7
7 Now go out and encourage your men. I swear by the Lord that if you don’t go out, not a man will be left with you by nightfall. This will be worse for you than all the calamities that have come on you from your youth till now.”
Pushing Through With The Right People
I had an injury that was about 17 months ago. This injury was very debilitating, not just physically but mentally. It was during that time that many things affected me and changed and now that I look back at those days I wonder how was I not crushed by the mental weight that was upon me the answer is the Lord. In tonight's verse, we come to 2 Samuel 19:7:
7 Now go out and encourage your men. I swear by the Lord that if you don’t go out, not a man will be left with you by nightfall. This will be worse for you than all the calamities that have come on you from your youth till now.”
The verses that preceded it describe David the king of Israel and Judah whose armies had just been victorious, by God's grace, sat and mourned his son Absalom. Joab one of the commanders of David's armies heard about this and knew that the victory that day had turned to mourning. However, he understood David but wanted him to muster up the strength to encourage the army of people who fought alongside him.
When I was younger I recall a time that won't even compare to David's feelings but the sentiments are there. I had just successfully purchased a car at a dealership and entered into a loan for the very first time. I brought the car home and parked it. However, I felt very worried, I was worried about how I would pay for this car, and my mom came along with me and told me not to worry, effectively encouraging me that things would be OK. That act alone gave me the strength to keep pushing forward without fearing things.
God sends us the right people to us especially when we need it, it's important to understand this and to see them in those moments as God works through them. These people are the right people at the moment to help us push through our current challenges and obstacles. Much the same as David it is important to surround ourselves with people who care about us, and are genuine ahead of time like Joab was for David.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who lifts us
You Raise Me Up
Week 528
2 Samuel 19:7
7 Now go out and encourage your men. I swear by the Lord that if you don’t go out, not a man will be left with you by nightfall. This will be worse for you than all the calamities that have come on you from your youth till now.”
Pushing Through With The Right People
I had an injury that was about 17 months ago. This injury was very debilitating, not just physically but mentally. It was during that time that many things affected me and changed and now that I look back at those days I wonder how was I not crushed by the mental weight that was upon me the answer is the Lord. In tonight's verse, we come to 2 Samuel 19:7:
7 Now go out and encourage your men. I swear by the Lord that if you don’t go out, not a man will be left with you by nightfall. This will be worse for you than all the calamities that have come on you from your youth till now.”
The verses that preceded it describe David the king of Israel and Judah whose armies had just been victorious, by God's grace, sat and mourned his son Absalom. Joab one of the commanders of David's armies heard about this and knew that the victory that day had turned to mourning. However, he understood David but wanted him to muster up the strength to encourage the army of people who fought alongside him.
When I was younger I recall a time that won't even compare to David's feelings but the sentiments are there. I had just successfully purchased a car at a dealership and entered into a loan for the very first time. I brought the car home and parked it. However, I felt very worried, I was worried about how I would pay for this car, and my mom came along with me and told me not to worry, effectively encouraging me that things would be OK. That act alone gave me the strength to keep pushing forward without fearing things.
God sends us the right people to us especially when we need it, it's important to understand this and to see them in those moments as God works through them. These people are the right people at the moment to help us push through our current challenges and obstacles. Much the same as David it is important to surround ourselves with people who care about us, and are genuine ahead of time like Joab was for David.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who lifts us
You Raise Me Up
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April 17, 2024
Week 529
Psalm 25:8
8 Good and upright is the Lord;
therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.
The Goodness Of The Lord
Many times I'll read a verse and then go right past it to continue reading. This is why I think Bible study is very important. I am currently part of a Bible called BSF and it wraps up in a few weeks. It's challenging at times but it does help me keep my focus on the Lord. In tonight's verse, we come to Psalm 25:8:
8 Good and upright is the Lord;
therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.
When I go through my day I often remind myself that the Lord is with me, He is protecting me and watching over me, though I may not see things immediately I know the Lord is there. What I mean is I may not see His goodness in the way I may see fit, but I know He is there. For example, when I was younger I worked a job at a fast food place, I did this ultimately so I could help my mom. It was a good time but also a challenging time. I remember being on the bus after school, going to Downtown Chicago, working out, then getting back on a bus to go straight to work, and working until Midnight sometimes, later, coming back home to study. It was hard, but even at that age, I knew there was something better.
As I grew older I found better things that were only because of the Lord. He protected me through many of life's ups and downs though I did not see it at the time, the tough times when I was going to school were preparing me for a "professional" life, learning the importance of saving, giving, and spending. Though tough times are not gone for example when my mom passed away I was having a tough time. In the midst, I could look back and see all that God did for me and trust that though I may not understand He knows what He is doing.
The Lord is good and upright He instructs His people to follow Him, and to trust Him. Today look at your circumstances I encourage you, to see and know that The Lord is there He will protect His people. Nothing eludes the Lord's watchful eye.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who shows us Goodness.
CeCe Winans - Goodness of God (Official Video)
Week 529
Psalm 25:8
8 Good and upright is the Lord;
therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.
The Goodness Of The Lord
Many times I'll read a verse and then go right past it to continue reading. This is why I think Bible study is very important. I am currently part of a Bible called BSF and it wraps up in a few weeks. It's challenging at times but it does help me keep my focus on the Lord. In tonight's verse, we come to Psalm 25:8:
8 Good and upright is the Lord;
therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.
When I go through my day I often remind myself that the Lord is with me, He is protecting me and watching over me, though I may not see things immediately I know the Lord is there. What I mean is I may not see His goodness in the way I may see fit, but I know He is there. For example, when I was younger I worked a job at a fast food place, I did this ultimately so I could help my mom. It was a good time but also a challenging time. I remember being on the bus after school, going to Downtown Chicago, working out, then getting back on a bus to go straight to work, and working until Midnight sometimes, later, coming back home to study. It was hard, but even at that age, I knew there was something better.
As I grew older I found better things that were only because of the Lord. He protected me through many of life's ups and downs though I did not see it at the time, the tough times when I was going to school were preparing me for a "professional" life, learning the importance of saving, giving, and spending. Though tough times are not gone for example when my mom passed away I was having a tough time. In the midst, I could look back and see all that God did for me and trust that though I may not understand He knows what He is doing.
The Lord is good and upright He instructs His people to follow Him, and to trust Him. Today look at your circumstances I encourage you, to see and know that The Lord is there He will protect His people. Nothing eludes the Lord's watchful eye.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who shows us Goodness.
CeCe Winans - Goodness of God (Official Video)
April 24, 2024
Week 530
Deuteronomy 15:11
11 For there will never cease to be poor in the land. Therefore I command you, 'You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.’
Support For One Another
I have been in contact with one of my friends who is looking for work I have been sending him job leads that come my way. The other day he called me and said he appreciated the support I had been giving him. As we talked, however, he heard a level of anxiety coming from me. I told him that I was working on building something on my own and he turned offered advice to me. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of Deuteronomy 15:11:
Deuteronomy 15:11
11 For there will never cease to be poor in the land. Therefore I command you, 'You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.’
When I was younger my mom who raised us alone, struggled a lot with things, one was finances. I recall there was an older lady who would come by mom's house weekly, she would bring food, for us after Church. This older lady we called "Grandma" and she helped us out a lot. At the time as a kid, I didn't think much of it but as I reflect I realize what a blessing she was to my mom and us, by God's grace.
As I got older I think perhaps this was passed to me. You see when we help others we lay the foundation maybe unknowingly for others. In turn, those we help may help others who are in need. This is something the Lord told the Israelites in tonight's verse. We honor the Lord when we help others knowing that everything we have been giving is not our own but is God's and we are simply stewards of that (Psalm 24:1). This includes every aspect of our lives, including relationships with others.
Today recognize what you have been given and that God is the owner and we are stewards, foster a relationship of giving, not just in physical needs, but in your entire life which includes emotional and others.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who owns all
Lauren Daigle - You Make Me Brave (Acoustic) [Bethel Music Cover]
Week 530
Deuteronomy 15:11
11 For there will never cease to be poor in the land. Therefore I command you, 'You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.’
Support For One Another
I have been in contact with one of my friends who is looking for work I have been sending him job leads that come my way. The other day he called me and said he appreciated the support I had been giving him. As we talked, however, he heard a level of anxiety coming from me. I told him that I was working on building something on my own and he turned offered advice to me. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of Deuteronomy 15:11:
Deuteronomy 15:11
11 For there will never cease to be poor in the land. Therefore I command you, 'You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.’
When I was younger my mom who raised us alone, struggled a lot with things, one was finances. I recall there was an older lady who would come by mom's house weekly, she would bring food, for us after Church. This older lady we called "Grandma" and she helped us out a lot. At the time as a kid, I didn't think much of it but as I reflect I realize what a blessing she was to my mom and us, by God's grace.
As I got older I think perhaps this was passed to me. You see when we help others we lay the foundation maybe unknowingly for others. In turn, those we help may help others who are in need. This is something the Lord told the Israelites in tonight's verse. We honor the Lord when we help others knowing that everything we have been giving is not our own but is God's and we are simply stewards of that (Psalm 24:1). This includes every aspect of our lives, including relationships with others.
Today recognize what you have been given and that God is the owner and we are stewards, foster a relationship of giving, not just in physical needs, but in your entire life which includes emotional and others.
Love you Mom and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who owns all
Lauren Daigle - You Make Me Brave (Acoustic) [Bethel Music Cover]
May 1, 2024
Week 531
James 1:17
17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
Everything Good and Perfect
When I look out in the world on some days I see a lot of things that are nice and pleasant and then on some days, I don't. This is not always based on what I physically see but based on the mood I may be in. In moments when things are not pleasant, taking time to reflect on who God is by reflecting on nature helps. In tonight's verse we come to the pages of James 1:17:
"17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows."
I recall just a few years ago my mom got a dog (two dogs actually) and guess who ended up walking her? Yes, I did. I did not intend to get into the dog walking game but my mom loved the dogs. One of the things that happened was that as I walked the dog I recall that the problems I was facing seemed to become clearer in its solution. Fast forward a few years later, taking a walk outside has been a way for me to reflect, and think. It's not a solution but a way to reflect on all around me knowing that God created all that exist. Not any human being can create the sun, the oceans, the stars, the moon, the land, etc.
Praising God and seeing everything that is good and perfect knowing it is from the Lord will help us put things into perspective and the things of the world that seem unpleasant will appear as a speck in time.
Love you Mom and Live you, Lord.
Home with the One who delivers all
Lauren Daigle - Turn Your Eyes (Audio)
Week 531
James 1:17
17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
Everything Good and Perfect
When I look out in the world on some days I see a lot of things that are nice and pleasant and then on some days, I don't. This is not always based on what I physically see but based on the mood I may be in. In moments when things are not pleasant, taking time to reflect on who God is by reflecting on nature helps. In tonight's verse we come to the pages of James 1:17:
"17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows."
I recall just a few years ago my mom got a dog (two dogs actually) and guess who ended up walking her? Yes, I did. I did not intend to get into the dog walking game but my mom loved the dogs. One of the things that happened was that as I walked the dog I recall that the problems I was facing seemed to become clearer in its solution. Fast forward a few years later, taking a walk outside has been a way for me to reflect, and think. It's not a solution but a way to reflect on all around me knowing that God created all that exist. Not any human being can create the sun, the oceans, the stars, the moon, the land, etc.
Praising God and seeing everything that is good and perfect knowing it is from the Lord will help us put things into perspective and the things of the world that seem unpleasant will appear as a speck in time.
Love you Mom and Live you, Lord.
Home with the One who delivers all
Lauren Daigle - Turn Your Eyes (Audio)
May 8, 2024
Week 532
James 4:3
3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
Why Pray
We all have to make decisions some decisions are harder than others. When I was a little younger I recall I had a decision to make about buying a house or not, the decision was difficult as I was not sure I could afford it or not, one thing I know I did not do was pray over my situation. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of James 4:3:
3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
I know I mentioned many times that my mom was a prayerful person. My mom had a place to pray and I would see my mom praying. Now I never want to paint the picture that Mom was perfect, but one thing that I see is that mom prayed. My mom would even stand up in Church when it was asked for prayer requests and ask the church to "please pray for my children". In a sense, Mom showed me the importance of praying.
As I got older one of the things I asked was does prayer change God's mind. Though the Bible alludes to this (Genesis 18:16-33)) the answer is no that it doesn't (Psalm 139:13-14). You see prayer aligns us with God's will, His will is not ours. When we pray we align our hearts and minds with God's will and a sense of peace comes over us. I'll never know if it was God's will or not at the moment but purchasing that house resulted in turmoil for me. Maybe if I prayed about it God's will for me would have been aligned. One thing for certain as a prayerful people we need to seek the Lord in our decisions before making them so that His will will line up with ours. We still may face turmoil but know that though we do, it is the Lord's will, to perhaps teach us.
Love you Mom, and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who's will we align with.
Lauren Daigle - Rescue (Official Music Video)
Week 532
James 4:3
3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
Why Pray
We all have to make decisions some decisions are harder than others. When I was a little younger I recall I had a decision to make about buying a house or not, the decision was difficult as I was not sure I could afford it or not, one thing I know I did not do was pray over my situation. In tonight's verse, we come to the pages of James 4:3:
3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
I know I mentioned many times that my mom was a prayerful person. My mom had a place to pray and I would see my mom praying. Now I never want to paint the picture that Mom was perfect, but one thing that I see is that mom prayed. My mom would even stand up in Church when it was asked for prayer requests and ask the church to "please pray for my children". In a sense, Mom showed me the importance of praying.
As I got older one of the things I asked was does prayer change God's mind. Though the Bible alludes to this (Genesis 18:16-33)) the answer is no that it doesn't (Psalm 139:13-14). You see prayer aligns us with God's will, His will is not ours. When we pray we align our hearts and minds with God's will and a sense of peace comes over us. I'll never know if it was God's will or not at the moment but purchasing that house resulted in turmoil for me. Maybe if I prayed about it God's will for me would have been aligned. One thing for certain as a prayerful people we need to seek the Lord in our decisions before making them so that His will will line up with ours. We still may face turmoil but know that though we do, it is the Lord's will, to perhaps teach us.
Love you Mom, and I love you, Lord.
Home with the One who's will we align with.
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