Lam 1:8-9 (ESV)Jerusalem sinned grievously; therefore she became filthy; all who honored her despise her, for they have seen her nakedness; she herself groans & turns her face away. Her uncleanness was in her skirts; SHE TOOK NO THOUGHT of her FUTURE; therefore her fall is terrible; she has no comforter. “O LORD, behold my affliction, for the enemy has triumphed!” —SHE TOOK NO THOUGHT of her FUTURE! Or another version says “She lost site of her destiny”! Overcoming the sins of this world always helps us refocus to our true destiny! The Promises of God must become real, everlasting & true to open the door to the everlasting life! Who will triumph will it be the seven deadly sins, anger, lust, greed, envy, pride, gluttony or laziness. When we realize our true destiny it is here that we finally can turn! —Acts 3:19 Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out. Love Mel
His Mercies are New Every Morning!
Lam 3:22-23 (ESV)The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Eph 2:4-5 God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved. Hebr 4:16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy & find grace to help in time of need. —God’s mercies are new everyday! Don’t be like the Israelites & cling to your old ways , old past, but let go & let God bring you to the promised land! This means trust Him! It is thru this trust that He can bring forth breakthroughs. Look to Him to fulfill your needs! For His greatness is way better than anything we can conjure up in the flesh! Love Mel
Armor of God
Eph 6:13-14(ESV) Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withSTAND in the evil day, & having done all, to STAND firm. STAND therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, & having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 1Cor 16:13 Be watchful, STAND firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. 2 Thes 2:15 So then, brothers, STAND firm & hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter. Phil 4:13 I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. —The Key: In the end we want to still be standing! With Him! Love Mel
Let Your Roots Grow Deep!
Col 2:6-7 (ESV) Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted & built up in him & established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Eph 3:17 So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted & grounded in love. —Have you ever considered Gods plants? The seed sends its shoots to the ground to gather the nutrients that are necessary to live, while at the same time it sends its shoots up for the world to enjoy! Both are required! The roots grow deeper & the plant becomes stronger! This is a picture of what we must do to become the Christian that is strong! Be strong in faith, being rooted & grounded in the love of God. Love Mel
Forgiveness is a Big Deal – for Everybody Involved
Mark 11:25 whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. Matt 6:15 If you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Luke6:27 I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you. Rom 12:17 Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. —Tear up the debts! What has been done is not ok, but it is Forgiveness of others that opens the heavens for God to forgive us! We serve a gracious & forgiving God! He wants us to learn to do the same for others, which then opens the door for Him to forgive us! Maybe we could look at it as a trade of one tit for another tat! Treat others as we want to be treated! The reward is our forgiveness!! Love Mel
