Matt 5:3-11 (KJV) Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger & thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, & persecute you, & shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for My sake. Rejoice, & be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. — Remember Jesus wants us (His followers) to live differently than the world lives! So it is ok to be different! Blessed by God never ever looks like you might think! Love Mel
ASK – Ask, Seek, Knock
Psalm 139:8-10 (KJV) If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there. If I take the wings of the morning, & dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea; Even there shall thy hand lead me, & thy right hand shall hold me. Psalm 23:2-3 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. — We serve an amazing God that does all this for us, just because it’s who He is! — Psalm 31:3 For thou art my rock & my fortress; therefore for thy name’s sake lead me, & guide me. Matt 7:7 Ask, and it shall be given you; Seek, and ye shall find; Knock, and it shall be opened unto you: — So simple, just ASK! Love Mel
Love and Respect
It takes love & respect to win in life! Eph 5:1-2 (ESV)Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. & walk in love, as Christ loved us & gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering & sacrifice to God. Rom 12:10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. 1Peter 2:17 Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor. — Dictionary meaning, “The word respect comes from the Latin word “respectus” meaning attention, regard or consideration.” To have both self respect & respect for others is critical for a true relationship! A relationship becomes deeper with loving respect! Love is of God, because God is love! We are all created in the image of God, should we not show what He created respect? Let’s outdo one another! He expects it! Love Mel
Fear Not – The Lord Helps Us
Deut 33:26 (KJV)There is none like unto the God of Israel, who rideth upon the heaven in thy help, & in His excellency on the sky. Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge & strength, a very present help in trouble. Isaiah 41:13 For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee. — We serve a God who is more than willing to help us during our time of need! Just spend time in prayer asking! He is waiting! Love Mel
Hold Your Peace and God Will Fight For You
Ex14:14 (KJV)The LORD shall fight for you, & ye shall hold your peace. 1 Peter 3:4 Let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle & quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. 1 Thes 4:11-12 (ESV)For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. Now such persons we command & encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly & to earn their own living. — Living a quiet & peaceful life is so important to our Father that He is willing to fight our battles for us! We should strive to live that quiet & peaceful life to honor our God. Just think of what a kind, loving, quiet life shows to those looking! Just maybe it really resembles Jesus! Love Mel
