Matt 5 (KJV) “13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. 14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” The Seven Mountains of Influence from Bill Bright and Loren Cunningham years ago. Bring the gospel to the world through these avenues. Who are the people you influence? There may be about 12 at least. The areas of influence are: the church; the family; education; business; government; media; and entertainment. Identify who you influence and what your gift is and influence the world through your best area/s of gifting. Do not waste the opportunity you have been given. The fruit will remain with you in eternity.
Wait for The Lord
Isaiah 43:16 (ESV)Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, & the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Rom 8:31 What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? —Today God still acts among us, works miracles, & moves in our lives. He defeated darkness, & made salvation possible. He makes a way where there seems to be no way! We must continue to remember to—Psalm 27:14 Wait for the Lord; be strong, & let our heart take courage; wait for the Lord! —& say —Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Love Mel
We Must Focus on Our Hearts – because God does
2 Tim 1:7 (ESV) For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power, love & self-control. Prov 3:3-4 (NIV) Let love & faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor & a good name in the sight of God & man. Psalm 37:4 Take delight in the Lord, & He will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 119:2 Blessed are those who keep His statutes & seek Him with all their heart. — Did you know our greatest success is to conquer self? This is the main task, that includes digging, planting, weeding, feeding, watering, pruning & the bearing of fruit! How many look to the outward for bearing great fruit! But our God looks at the heart! So how many work so hard to see about everything around them except their own heart! As we continue to conquer our own hearts, we realize that we will only succeed with our Gods help. This in turn moves our focus onto the only one that can truly transform our heart! Looking to succeed in this world? Then seek & focus on God! Love Mel
Walk by The Spirit and Do Not Satisfy the Lust of the Flesh
Gal5:24 (KJV)If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Gal5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, & ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. 2 Cor 10:5 Casting down imaginations, & every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, & bring into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; Phil 4:7 The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts & minds through Christ Jesus. — Christ paid the price for our sins. Our days filled with learning & focusing on living in the Spirit will keep us from focusing on the flesh! The battle ground where the enemy wants us focused is the flesh! But God says — Col 3:2 (ESV) Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. Matt 6:33 Seek first the kingdom of God & His righteousness, & all these things will be added to you. Matt 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger & thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Love Mel
Importance of Prayer
1 Thes 5:16-22 (KJV) Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Quench not the Spirit. Despise not prophesyings. Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. Abstain from all appearance of evil. Luke 21:36 Watch ye therefore, & pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, & to stand before the Son of man. Rom 12:12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer. Eph 6:18 Praying always with all prayer & supplication in the Spirit, & watching thereunto with all perseverance & supplication for all saints. — Prayer is one thing we can do in times like this & praying with fervency is key to getting results! Our Father is looking for those that are willing to step up! Prayer is the one thing the enemy hates, because it opens heavens doors & with our faith it is key to stopping the plans of evil! Pray! Pray! Pray! Love Mel
Q: by Samuel T. Scott and Robert L. Sande. “Prayer is the key to heaven, but faith unlocks the door.” Q: Unknown, “The keys to the kingdom are prayer, praise, worship, intercession, travail, and fasting.”Ellen White (1827-1915): “Prayer is the key in the hand of faith to unlock heaven’s storehouse, where are treasured the boundless resources of Omnipotence”
