LONER

Many love the character of the "Lone Ranger" the one man wrecking crew. You answer to no one and depend on no one. Self sufficient, ready to take on the world. It's so appealing yet very wrong. In our christian faith there is no such thing as the lone ranger. The moment we find ourselves separated from fellowship is the moment we are most vulnerable. Get connected!

Think of ways to encourage one another to outbursts of love and good deeds.

And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage and warn each other, especially now that the day of his coming back again is drawing near. (Hebrews 10:24-25)

Tongue

So also, the tongue is a small thing, but what enormous damage it can do. A tiny spark can set a great forest on fire. James 3:5

Our tongue is one of the most dangerous things around, yet it still has a great capability to do such great things.

Use it to bless those around you. Encourage, compliment, and edify. One phone call or comment can make someones day, TRY IT!!! Please pray that the LORD would help you use your tongue as an instrument of edification or restoration. Also that we may control the things that come from this little piece of flesh.

Second Chance

For if, when we were God's enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life! Romans 5:10

If our LORD forgave you while you were still in your sins why would you think he does'nt forgive you now that your His child. Rest in His GRACE! He loves you more than you know!!

I am done!!

Tired?.... Burnt out?.... Done?.... Weak?.... No energy or strength?..............GOOD!

As much as we wish we had more strength to go on, God moves mightly when we have finally given up.

"Wherefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong". (2 Corinthians 12:10)

As long as we still have strength, we will continue in our own power and confidence. It's not until we have given up that God can freely move in our lives. Take this time to relax in Him and trust that He is sufficient and needs no outside resources. This requires FAITH.

Do your best but leave it up to God to do the rest. There is only so much you were meant to do. Anything beyond this is from our own pride and flesh.

Tempting

Temptation! one of our worst enemies. They come perfectly fitted to our size. Regardless of how fun, sensual or flavorable they may be, they all do the same thing once we give in. They leave us in regret, dissapointment, sadness or even depression. It's NEVER as fulfilling as we thought it would be.

As long as we live on this earth, temptation will never go away, but there is one truth we can hold on to. Temptation does not have control over us. Sometimes we think "I just cant help myself". NOT TRUE whether you believe it or not, you have been 100% delivered by the cross.

There hath no temptation taken you but such as man can bear: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation make also the way of escape, that ye may be able to endure it. (1Corinthians 10:13)

God has told us that no temptation should over take us.

Afraid?

Be not afraid of sudden fear, Neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh: For Jehovah will be thy confidence, And will keep thy foot from being taken.(Proverbs 3:25-26)

In other words dont be afraid when scary or bad circumstances pop out from no where

Sudden fear comes in many forms, like, losing your job, family sickness, no money for rent, threats, or even your own character being challenged.

The LORD reminds you! DONT BE AFRAID!! I have this under control. It may not look like it, but my hands are very well involved. If I can part the red sea, I can help in your situation as well.

But now is the time to get on your face and cry out to HIM.

Prayer

I know it has been a while since our last post. I apologize for that. Are family asks for your faithful prayers and support. We have had some challenges in every area possible from finances to family. Our youngest son Micah broke his arm a few days back. It has been a challenge from that time on. So we ask that you would please pray for.

1. Micah.

2. Our marriage, which living in two different cities makes it very difficult.

3. Wisdom, discernment, understanding.

4. Finances.

Thank you all!!