Good Morning!
Another hot one today! It was 86 degrees when I took the puppy out at 5:45! I have discovered she doesn't like the heat as she goes out and does her thing and runs right back in the house. :o) Then she runs around the house and gets her exercise! She is such a joy! We just love her!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 19:15-29 ~ Lot's wife disobeyed God's direction (17) and it cost her life. When you disobey God's ways, don't be surprised by the consequences
God's directions were quite clear and yet Lot and his wife and daughters hesitated. Do you think they didn't understand the urgency? Then Lot asked to go to the next city and not to the mountains and the angels granted that request. When they got to the small town of Zoar, God began the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. He destroyed everything in the two cities and on the plain by raining sulfur.
Lot's wife did not obey God's directions and looked back. She lost her life for disobedience.
Disobedience brings consequences. Ask my kids! :o)
How will you live your day, your week, your month - your life?
Friday, June 29, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Thursday, June 28th - Genesis 19:1-14
Good Morning!
It's going to be a hot one today! Be sure to keep an eye on the kids and keep them hydrated and out of the heat as much as possible.
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 19 ~ Lot's wife and daughters. Lot was a good man in a very bad place. He pleaded with God to save the town - but it was too wicked (19:1-14)
LMRMinistries: Genesis 19:6-8 ~ Lot said WHAT? It was so important to protect these Godly visitors - he was willing to sacrifice his daughters. Are you that devoted?
Sodom and Gamorrah were the worst and so evil. Lot was in a very bad situation. He recognized the men (angels) as they entered the city and insisted that they stay with him and his family. Lot knew what the town was capable of and wanted to protect them. As it happened, the angels protected Lot and told him to leave the city.
Lot's decision to offer his daughters to the men that wanted to have their way with the angels, was devotion to his God. Lot knew who these men were and He would do anything to protect them - even offer his own family. He loved his family, but he loved his God more.
Could you do that? How much do you love Jesus/God?
Stay cool and have a great day!
It's going to be a hot one today! Be sure to keep an eye on the kids and keep them hydrated and out of the heat as much as possible.
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 19 ~ Lot's wife and daughters. Lot was a good man in a very bad place. He pleaded with God to save the town - but it was too wicked (19:1-14)
LMRMinistries: Genesis 19:6-8 ~ Lot said WHAT? It was so important to protect these Godly visitors - he was willing to sacrifice his daughters. Are you that devoted?
Sodom and Gamorrah were the worst and so evil. Lot was in a very bad situation. He recognized the men (angels) as they entered the city and insisted that they stay with him and his family. Lot knew what the town was capable of and wanted to protect them. As it happened, the angels protected Lot and told him to leave the city.
Lot's decision to offer his daughters to the men that wanted to have their way with the angels, was devotion to his God. Lot knew who these men were and He would do anything to protect them - even offer his own family. He loved his family, but he loved his God more.
Could you do that? How much do you love Jesus/God?
Stay cool and have a great day!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Wednesday, June 27th - Genesis 38:20-30
Good Morning! Buenas dias! Bom dia!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:20-30 ~ Justified or not, Tamar's immoral act almost cost her life. Pray very carefully before acting. Will God be there to guide you out?
As you read this passage you realize Tamar had a plan all along. I don't know if she thought about the consequences, but she had a plan. Did she pray about it? I don't know, but I do know that we need to pray about all of our plans, no matter how big or how small! God wants to be involved in everything of our lives and wants to bless us as His children.
God can take the hardest, most forsaken situation and make it beautiful! He can take the dirtiest, ugly and sinful life and make it new! He accepts us where we are! We need to ask forgiveness and He forgives. There may be and probably will be discipline involved, but our Heavenly Father loves us and will guide us each step of this earthly journey if we but let Him!
Is HE the Lord of your life? Are you seeking His counsel every day? Do you pray about every plan and ask for His will to be done? He is waiting and will be there for you - just reach out and trust!
Have a fantastic day!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:20-30 ~ Justified or not, Tamar's immoral act almost cost her life. Pray very carefully before acting. Will God be there to guide you out?
As you read this passage you realize Tamar had a plan all along. I don't know if she thought about the consequences, but she had a plan. Did she pray about it? I don't know, but I do know that we need to pray about all of our plans, no matter how big or how small! God wants to be involved in everything of our lives and wants to bless us as His children.
God can take the hardest, most forsaken situation and make it beautiful! He can take the dirtiest, ugly and sinful life and make it new! He accepts us where we are! We need to ask forgiveness and He forgives. There may be and probably will be discipline involved, but our Heavenly Father loves us and will guide us each step of this earthly journey if we but let Him!
Is HE the Lord of your life? Are you seeking His counsel every day? Do you pray about every plan and ask for His will to be done? He is waiting and will be there for you - just reach out and trust!
Have a fantastic day!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Tuesday, June 26th - Genesis 38:12-19
Good Morning!
What a beautiful morning! However, I walked outside and found that half of my big shade tree has fallen! Guess I will have to get some friends and see if we can get it cut up! Anyone need some fire wood? :o) God protected us and the tree didn't hit anything but the ground. Praise God!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:12-19 ~ Tamar makes us wrestle with this: Is it justified to do something immoral to right a wrong? Keep in mind - God's Law had been broken.
This is a tough one! God's Law was broken and Tamar wanted to "make it right". Her husband was struck down and her brother-in-law was selfish and hadn't fulfilled the law either. Sleeping with Judah was her idea of "getting back" what was hers - a child. Is it right?
I can see both sides and probably argue for both as well. What are your thoughts? I would love to hear what you think. Comment and I will respond!
Have a great day!
What a beautiful morning! However, I walked outside and found that half of my big shade tree has fallen! Guess I will have to get some friends and see if we can get it cut up! Anyone need some fire wood? :o) God protected us and the tree didn't hit anything but the ground. Praise God!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:12-19 ~ Tamar makes us wrestle with this: Is it justified to do something immoral to right a wrong? Keep in mind - God's Law had been broken.
This is a tough one! God's Law was broken and Tamar wanted to "make it right". Her husband was struck down and her brother-in-law was selfish and hadn't fulfilled the law either. Sleeping with Judah was her idea of "getting back" what was hers - a child. Is it right?
I can see both sides and probably argue for both as well. What are your thoughts? I would love to hear what you think. Comment and I will respond!
Have a great day!
Monday, June 25, 2012
Monday, June 25th - Genesis 38:1-11
Good Morning!
The start of our work week - Monday! (at least for the majority) How do you feel? I would love to stay home and just enjoy the day, but I enjoy work too. My son is excited because he gets to start FCA (Fellowship of Christian Atheletes) tomorrow and he will play basketball everyday for a week! I love seeing the excitement in my kids and their enthusiasm to share their faith. I am so blessed!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: ~ Genesis 38: Meet Tamar. Before reading her story, read Deuteronomy 25:5-10 to understand the part in the Law that sets up everything that happens to her.
LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:1-11 ~ In the days when widows were completely helpless, Tamar needed her in-laws to protect her. Have you ever been let down by family?
The law was clear and Tamar was still left childless. Her brother-in-law Onan was selfish and that cost him his life. Tamar went to live in her father's house while waiting for the other brother-in-law to grow up, but that would not carry out the law. Tamar was in a tough situation and was treated badly by family.
I don't know how others feel, but when things happen within my family that are not the best, it seems to hurt worse. I have had friends that have hurt me, but when it is family - the hurt seems to go much deeper. I don't know what I would do without my close friends and other family to get through "life". God always provides just the right person to pray with me or talk over a cup of coffee or just sit with me. He sees and understands!
Did Tamar have someone to talk to or share her grief with at that time? Was she afraid to discuss with her own father and mother? I am sure she felt hurt!
People - Friends and family will let us down, but God will NEVER let us down. Look to Him for your strength and lean on Him and those that He gives you to physically see and talk to and share "life".
Have a wonderful day!
The start of our work week - Monday! (at least for the majority) How do you feel? I would love to stay home and just enjoy the day, but I enjoy work too. My son is excited because he gets to start FCA (Fellowship of Christian Atheletes) tomorrow and he will play basketball everyday for a week! I love seeing the excitement in my kids and their enthusiasm to share their faith. I am so blessed!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: ~ Genesis 38: Meet Tamar. Before reading her story, read Deuteronomy 25:5-10 to understand the part in the Law that sets up everything that happens to her.
LMRMinistries: Genesis 38:1-11 ~ In the days when widows were completely helpless, Tamar needed her in-laws to protect her. Have you ever been let down by family?
The law was clear and Tamar was still left childless. Her brother-in-law Onan was selfish and that cost him his life. Tamar went to live in her father's house while waiting for the other brother-in-law to grow up, but that would not carry out the law. Tamar was in a tough situation and was treated badly by family.
I don't know how others feel, but when things happen within my family that are not the best, it seems to hurt worse. I have had friends that have hurt me, but when it is family - the hurt seems to go much deeper. I don't know what I would do without my close friends and other family to get through "life". God always provides just the right person to pray with me or talk over a cup of coffee or just sit with me. He sees and understands!
Did Tamar have someone to talk to or share her grief with at that time? Was she afraid to discuss with her own father and mother? I am sure she felt hurt!
People - Friends and family will let us down, but God will NEVER let us down. Look to Him for your strength and lean on Him and those that He gives you to physically see and talk to and share "life".
Have a wonderful day!
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Sunday, June 24th- Genesis 39:19-23
Good Morning!
It's Sunday!!! I hope I get to see many of you in church this morning, but I know there are a lot on vacation! Either way, I pray today is the start of a wonderful week and that we will each embrace our calling to share the Good News with all that we encounter! Let's praise the Lord for His greatness, His grace and His love! We are His! We serve a risen Savior! Hallelujah! Praise God!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:19-23 ~ Is someone in your life causing problems for you? Like Joseph, trust that God will work justice on your behalf.
Joseph had God on his side! If you look in verse 23 it says, "...because the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did."
God was with him just as He is with us! Joseph wasn't perfect, but he knew that God was with him and he served the Lord with all that he was. Potipher's wife caused many problems for Joseph and when she found out that Joseph was not going to give her what she wanted, she lied and had him thrown in prison.
Some times it is hard to see how situations will work out in the end, but God is still present and will work justice on our behalf! However, we have to do our part as well! We have to follow and serve our mighty God and know that He has our best interest in mind. Walk in His ways and He will lead us HOME!
I read a quote from Max Lucado yesterday that was good: "God's grace erases guilt, His oversight removes fear, His direction clarifies confusion."
Go today and feel free, unafraid and confident in where you will spend eternity!
God is good all the time - All the time God is good!
Have a great day!
It's Sunday!!! I hope I get to see many of you in church this morning, but I know there are a lot on vacation! Either way, I pray today is the start of a wonderful week and that we will each embrace our calling to share the Good News with all that we encounter! Let's praise the Lord for His greatness, His grace and His love! We are His! We serve a risen Savior! Hallelujah! Praise God!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:19-23 ~ Is someone in your life causing problems for you? Like Joseph, trust that God will work justice on your behalf.
Joseph had God on his side! If you look in verse 23 it says, "...because the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did."
God was with him just as He is with us! Joseph wasn't perfect, but he knew that God was with him and he served the Lord with all that he was. Potipher's wife caused many problems for Joseph and when she found out that Joseph was not going to give her what she wanted, she lied and had him thrown in prison.
Some times it is hard to see how situations will work out in the end, but God is still present and will work justice on our behalf! However, we have to do our part as well! We have to follow and serve our mighty God and know that He has our best interest in mind. Walk in His ways and He will lead us HOME!
I read a quote from Max Lucado yesterday that was good: "God's grace erases guilt, His oversight removes fear, His direction clarifies confusion."
Go today and feel free, unafraid and confident in where you will spend eternity!
God is good all the time - All the time God is good!
Have a great day!
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Saturday, June 23rd - Genesis 39:11-18
Good Morning!
It is a beautiful day! I have a short list of things I want to get done today and plan to enjoy the day no matter waht comes my way. How about you? I have been blessed beyond measure and I will praise Him in all that I do!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:11-18 ~ Sin feeds sin: Potiphar's wife went from sexual sin to slander to lying. What's the root of your sin? Confess it before it controls you.
Potipher's wife was not going to give up before she got what she wanted from Joseph. One thing led to another and eventually she lied! That is the way that sin sometimes works in that one sin leads to another and another and.... I think that Potiphar's wife's sin started with "sexual desire". I will be the first to admit that I sometimes look at a man (actually more frequesntly in the summer at the pool) and see how handsome and easy on the eyes he might be, but it stops there. Potiphar's wife became obsessed with Joseph and his good looks and had to have him. She did everything she could to get joseph to go against his beliefs and sin and ended up taking it farther each time until she decided to lie about the whole thing, because she realized she couldn't have him.
Confess your sin to God and don't let it grow and take control.
There are a couple quotes that came across my desk this week that i want to share with you. I hope they help you gain perspective as they have me.
"This is the day the Lord has made. Don't load it with yesterday's regrets or tomorrow's troubles. Rejoice in the gift of today." Max Lucado
"Don't let yesterday's mistakes sabotage today's attitude. God's mercies are new every morning. Receive them!" Max Lucado
Have a blessed day!
It is a beautiful day! I have a short list of things I want to get done today and plan to enjoy the day no matter waht comes my way. How about you? I have been blessed beyond measure and I will praise Him in all that I do!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:11-18 ~ Sin feeds sin: Potiphar's wife went from sexual sin to slander to lying. What's the root of your sin? Confess it before it controls you.
Potipher's wife was not going to give up before she got what she wanted from Joseph. One thing led to another and eventually she lied! That is the way that sin sometimes works in that one sin leads to another and another and.... I think that Potiphar's wife's sin started with "sexual desire". I will be the first to admit that I sometimes look at a man (actually more frequesntly in the summer at the pool) and see how handsome and easy on the eyes he might be, but it stops there. Potiphar's wife became obsessed with Joseph and his good looks and had to have him. She did everything she could to get joseph to go against his beliefs and sin and ended up taking it farther each time until she decided to lie about the whole thing, because she realized she couldn't have him.
Confess your sin to God and don't let it grow and take control.
There are a couple quotes that came across my desk this week that i want to share with you. I hope they help you gain perspective as they have me.
"This is the day the Lord has made. Don't load it with yesterday's regrets or tomorrow's troubles. Rejoice in the gift of today." Max Lucado
"Don't let yesterday's mistakes sabotage today's attitude. God's mercies are new every morning. Receive them!" Max Lucado
Have a blessed day!
Friday, June 22, 2012
Friday, June 22nd - Genesis 39:1-10
Good Morning!
What a beautiful morning! I am so excited about GEMS coming this fall. We met last night and talked and prayed and shared our hearts together and it is exciting to see where God is leading. GEMS is going places and I hope and pray that you will all be with us! :o)
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:1-10 ~ Potiphar's wife looked for someone to amuse herself with. What do you do when you're bored? Free time can easily become sin time.
Potiphar's wife really caused some trouble for Joseph with her orneriness, but God ended up using it all for good for Joseph and it was all in His plan. Joseph was strong and God was with Him and He did not falter. We have that same strength, as God is with us too!
Do you get bored? Do you have a lot of free time? In today's society, it is all so face paced and there is something to do all the time. You have to make time to do those things you like to do - read, pray, time with the family, hobbies, church activities, pray, drink a cup of coffee, etc.
Don't get me wrong, as I do have free time, but I choose to fill it with things listed above. There are many times that I just sit in my favorite chair at the window and watch the world go by...a rabbit and a bird playing together, listening to a woodpecker, or watching a squirrel run across the deck.
Guard your time! Know that God is with you and He will guide you through each minute if you will allow Him to do so. Spend time with Him daily and you will enjoy your free time!
Have a great day!
What a beautiful morning! I am so excited about GEMS coming this fall. We met last night and talked and prayed and shared our hearts together and it is exciting to see where God is leading. GEMS is going places and I hope and pray that you will all be with us! :o)
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Genesis 39:1-10 ~ Potiphar's wife looked for someone to amuse herself with. What do you do when you're bored? Free time can easily become sin time.
Potiphar's wife really caused some trouble for Joseph with her orneriness, but God ended up using it all for good for Joseph and it was all in His plan. Joseph was strong and God was with Him and He did not falter. We have that same strength, as God is with us too!
Do you get bored? Do you have a lot of free time? In today's society, it is all so face paced and there is something to do all the time. You have to make time to do those things you like to do - read, pray, time with the family, hobbies, church activities, pray, drink a cup of coffee, etc.
Don't get me wrong, as I do have free time, but I choose to fill it with things listed above. There are many times that I just sit in my favorite chair at the window and watch the world go by...a rabbit and a bird playing together, listening to a woodpecker, or watching a squirrel run across the deck.
Guard your time! Know that God is with you and He will guide you through each minute if you will allow Him to do so. Spend time with Him daily and you will enjoy your free time!
Have a great day!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Thursday, June 21st - Genesis 17:19
Good Morning!
What a beautiful day this is starting off to be - the sunrise was amazing - there is a gentle breeze - and the birds are singing their morning songs! It's beautiful!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 17:19 ~ God knew Abraham and Sarah would laugh at His promise because He told them to name their son Isaac - which means "he laughs". #that's grace
LMRMinistries: Life lesson from Sarah: God is gracious even when we doubt and question. He can still use us to do great things for His Kingdom.
God is good all the time - All the time God is good! I love that quote. It reminds me that HE is good and trustworthy and with me every step of the way - even when I doubt or fall! He has my best interest in mind at all times and leads me through the dreary days and brings sonshine to those days and shows me how to be thankful and praise Him for the struggle or trial. He rewards me through blessings and I praise His Great Name with all that I am!
Sarah doubted that she was ever going to have a child and so she asked her husband, Abraham, to go to her servant, Hagar. And yes, Abraham had a son with Hagar and Sarah became bitter. But God was gracious and Sarah did conceive and give birth to a son and God's Plan continued.
I wish some times that we could see His plan for our lives written on a wall and not have to wonder, but then I think to myself: "Cheri Lynn, He has written His plan for your life in His Book and as you read and study and listen and communicate with Him, it will become clear!" Duh!
Will you trust Him today? Know that He is with you every step of the way!
Have a great day!
What a beautiful day this is starting off to be - the sunrise was amazing - there is a gentle breeze - and the birds are singing their morning songs! It's beautiful!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 17:19 ~ God knew Abraham and Sarah would laugh at His promise because He told them to name their son Isaac - which means "he laughs". #that's grace
LMRMinistries: Life lesson from Sarah: God is gracious even when we doubt and question. He can still use us to do great things for His Kingdom.
God is good all the time - All the time God is good! I love that quote. It reminds me that HE is good and trustworthy and with me every step of the way - even when I doubt or fall! He has my best interest in mind at all times and leads me through the dreary days and brings sonshine to those days and shows me how to be thankful and praise Him for the struggle or trial. He rewards me through blessings and I praise His Great Name with all that I am!
Sarah doubted that she was ever going to have a child and so she asked her husband, Abraham, to go to her servant, Hagar. And yes, Abraham had a son with Hagar and Sarah became bitter. But God was gracious and Sarah did conceive and give birth to a son and God's Plan continued.
I wish some times that we could see His plan for our lives written on a wall and not have to wonder, but then I think to myself: "Cheri Lynn, He has written His plan for your life in His Book and as you read and study and listen and communicate with Him, it will become clear!" Duh!
Will you trust Him today? Know that He is with you every step of the way!
Have a great day!
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Wednesday, June 20th - Genesis 17:15-22/18:10-15
Happy First day of summer!
The way the temps have been the last few days, I do think summer is here! It has been absolutely gorgeous in the early mornings though, with the cool breeze and beautiful sunrises. Absolutely awesome! Our God is GREAT!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistires: Genesis 17:15-22 and 18:10-15 ~ Sarah laughed at God's promise because it seemed impossible. Are you waiting on something from God? Don't laugh ~ believe!
Did you notice that Sarah's name is changed here as well? From Sarai to Sarah! The mother of nations! Wow! I think I would have probably laughed a little too - after all, Abraham was 100 years old and Sarah was 90! However, as is written: "Is anything too hard for the Lord?" 18:14
Nothing is impossible with God! What are you waiting on - something you think can never happen? As Lisa typed, don't laugh, but believe!
Have a great day!
The way the temps have been the last few days, I do think summer is here! It has been absolutely gorgeous in the early mornings though, with the cool breeze and beautiful sunrises. Absolutely awesome! Our God is GREAT!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistires: Genesis 17:15-22 and 18:10-15 ~ Sarah laughed at God's promise because it seemed impossible. Are you waiting on something from God? Don't laugh ~ believe!
Did you notice that Sarah's name is changed here as well? From Sarai to Sarah! The mother of nations! Wow! I think I would have probably laughed a little too - after all, Abraham was 100 years old and Sarah was 90! However, as is written: "Is anything too hard for the Lord?" 18:14
Nothing is impossible with God! What are you waiting on - something you think can never happen? As Lisa typed, don't laugh, but believe!
Have a great day!
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Tuesday, June 19th - Genesis 16
Good Morning!
I am ready for a new day! Are you? I pray that I embrace every opportunity that comes my way today to share the love of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May I shine brightly for Him wherever I might be today!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 16 ~ God promised Sarah that she'd have a son - but she got frustrated with how long it was taking God, so she tried to do things "her" way
LMRMinistries: It didn't turn out too well. Do you ever get tired of waiting on God? He never changes & He is never late. Learn from Sarah!
I really relate to this passage! I try and get ahead of God and always wind up wondering why in the world I would do that as I know HIS timing is perfect and He is never late with anything!
There are some things that I am still waiting on, but I trust and know that He will provide when the time is right and if it is in His will for my life!
Let's all learn from Sarah!
I am ready for a new day! Are you? I pray that I embrace every opportunity that comes my way today to share the love of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May I shine brightly for Him wherever I might be today!
Lisa's tweets: LMRMinistries: Genesis 16 ~ God promised Sarah that she'd have a son - but she got frustrated with how long it was taking God, so she tried to do things "her" way
LMRMinistries: It didn't turn out too well. Do you ever get tired of waiting on God? He never changes & He is never late. Learn from Sarah!
I really relate to this passage! I try and get ahead of God and always wind up wondering why in the world I would do that as I know HIS timing is perfect and He is never late with anything!
There are some things that I am still waiting on, but I trust and know that He will provide when the time is right and if it is in His will for my life!
Let's all learn from Sarah!
Monday, June 18, 2012
Monday, June 18th - Genesis 11:29; 17:15-16
Good Morning!
Another work week begins! Are you ready? I am! Let us go forth and SHINE!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Sarah ~ Originally named Sarai - Genesis 11:29. God changed her name - to mean "Princess" - when He promised she'd be the mother of nations - Genesis 17:15-16
Sarah was in her 90's when God changed her name and told her she would be the mother of nations. Can you imagine? I have never gone through labor with a child, but I hear it is quite painful. Sarah was 90!! Abraham was 100!!
God evidently gave them all the energy they needed to keep up with the son He gave them.
Therefore, I know that HE will provide all the strength and energy I need on a daily basis to raise my children in His ways.
God is good all the time - All the time God is good!
Another work week begins! Are you ready? I am! Let us go forth and SHINE!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Sarah ~ Originally named Sarai - Genesis 11:29. God changed her name - to mean "Princess" - when He promised she'd be the mother of nations - Genesis 17:15-16
Sarah was in her 90's when God changed her name and told her she would be the mother of nations. Can you imagine? I have never gone through labor with a child, but I hear it is quite painful. Sarah was 90!! Abraham was 100!!
God evidently gave them all the energy they needed to keep up with the son He gave them.
Therefore, I know that HE will provide all the strength and energy I need on a daily basis to raise my children in His ways.
God is good all the time - All the time God is good!
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Sunday, June 17th - Numbers 12
Good Morning!
I am back and apologize for the time I didn't post much on the blog. It has been a rough three weeks, but God is good and has comforted me and taught me and held me! I am so very thankful for my sisters that have prayed for me and the kids and helped us through some difficult times. There is more on the horizon, but I know that I will not be defeated and that I am victorious in Christ! He is with me every step of the way! Hallelujah! I will sing His praises all the days of my life!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Numbers 12 ~ Miriam's life shows us what happens when we get jealous of others in leadership and focus on ourselves. God removes blessings.
Jealousy is a horrible thing. God does not tolerate it as we are witness to Miriam's leprosy. We should guard our hearts and not become jealous. It is hard at times, but if we ask, God is good to lead and guide and provide answers and help in our times of need.
Do not take your eyes off of the prize - off the Lord Jesus - who has gone ahead to prepare a place for us in Heaven - eternity!
I am back and apologize for the time I didn't post much on the blog. It has been a rough three weeks, but God is good and has comforted me and taught me and held me! I am so very thankful for my sisters that have prayed for me and the kids and helped us through some difficult times. There is more on the horizon, but I know that I will not be defeated and that I am victorious in Christ! He is with me every step of the way! Hallelujah! I will sing His praises all the days of my life!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Numbers 12 ~ Miriam's life shows us what happens when we get jealous of others in leadership and focus on ourselves. God removes blessings.
Jealousy is a horrible thing. God does not tolerate it as we are witness to Miriam's leprosy. We should guard our hearts and not become jealous. It is hard at times, but if we ask, God is good to lead and guide and provide answers and help in our times of need.
Do not take your eyes off of the prize - off the Lord Jesus - who has gone ahead to prepare a place for us in Heaven - eternity!
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Saturday, June 9th - Saturday, June 16th
Saturday, June 9th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:5-7 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #1: Be so closely in communication with God that you hear when He speaks. Listen and relay His messages.
Sunday, June 10th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:8-10 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #2: If those you lead don't do as you say, respond by serving them - but show them the blessings they are blocking.
Monday, June 11th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:12-16 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #3: As God reveals ideas to you, lead others by speaking confidently and with your God-given authority.
Tuesday, June 12th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:11,17-21 ~ Meet Jael: When an enemy of God's/Israel's came across her path, she acted on God's behalf. Leadership takes courage.
Wednesday, June 13th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:22-23 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #4: Trust that God's promises will come true. God said the honor for the victory would go to a woman.
Thursday, June 14th
LMRMinistries: Judges 5: Deborah's Leader Lesson #5: Praise God when He gives you a victory. Celebrate with those who helped you achieve something big for God.
Friday, June 15th
LMRMinistries: 1 Chronicles 6:3 and Exodus 1:22-2:10 ~ Miriam: Moses' sister - As a young girl, her bravery & quick thinking saved her brother's life & kept the family together
Saturday, June 16th
LMRMinistries: God brought the Israelites thru the Red Sea (Exodus 14). As Miriam kept her eyes on God, she was promoted to leadership alongside Moses ~ Exodus 15.
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:5-7 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #1: Be so closely in communication with God that you hear when He speaks. Listen and relay His messages.
Sunday, June 10th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:8-10 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #2: If those you lead don't do as you say, respond by serving them - but show them the blessings they are blocking.
Monday, June 11th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:12-16 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #3: As God reveals ideas to you, lead others by speaking confidently and with your God-given authority.
Tuesday, June 12th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:11,17-21 ~ Meet Jael: When an enemy of God's/Israel's came across her path, she acted on God's behalf. Leadership takes courage.
Wednesday, June 13th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:22-23 ~ Deborah's Leader Lesson #4: Trust that God's promises will come true. God said the honor for the victory would go to a woman.
Thursday, June 14th
LMRMinistries: Judges 5: Deborah's Leader Lesson #5: Praise God when He gives you a victory. Celebrate with those who helped you achieve something big for God.
Friday, June 15th
LMRMinistries: 1 Chronicles 6:3 and Exodus 1:22-2:10 ~ Miriam: Moses' sister - As a young girl, her bravery & quick thinking saved her brother's life & kept the family together
Saturday, June 16th
LMRMinistries: God brought the Israelites thru the Red Sea (Exodus 14). As Miriam kept her eyes on God, she was promoted to leadership alongside Moses ~ Exodus 15.
Friday, June 8, 2012
Saturday, June 2nd - Friday, June 8th
Saturday, June 2nd
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:1-4 ~ David should have been off at war. He shrugged his responsibility off on someone else which left him open to sin with Bathsheba.
LMRMinistries: Are you taking your responsibilities seriously? Bathsheba was so into her looks it led her into sin. God cares about a pure inner self. Do you?
Sunday, June 3rd
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:5-13 ~ David tried to cover up his and Bathsheba's sin. To her credit, she did not participate. Come clean when you sin or you fall deeper
Monday, June 4th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:14-27 ~ We can fool ourselves and think that we've done enough "cover up" that we got away with something. Verse 27: You can't fool God.
Tuesday, June 5th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:1a ~ Look back at Chapter 11 and underline every place you see "sent". David "sent" to commit sin. God "sent" Nathan to confront sin.
Wednesday, June 6th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:1-23 ~ Even though God forgives, He will not remove consequences. How different this story would be if Bathsheba had chosen to be pure
Thursday, June 7th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:24-25 ~ Jedidiah means loved by the Lord. God is a Redeemer and Restorer. Even when we sin, He does not count our lives as over - Repent!
Friday, June 8th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:1-4 ~ Meet Deborah - one of my favorite Bible women! In a male-dominated culture, God chose her to lead Israel. Where does God need you to lead?
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:1-4 ~ David should have been off at war. He shrugged his responsibility off on someone else which left him open to sin with Bathsheba.
LMRMinistries: Are you taking your responsibilities seriously? Bathsheba was so into her looks it led her into sin. God cares about a pure inner self. Do you?
Sunday, June 3rd
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:5-13 ~ David tried to cover up his and Bathsheba's sin. To her credit, she did not participate. Come clean when you sin or you fall deeper
Monday, June 4th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 11:14-27 ~ We can fool ourselves and think that we've done enough "cover up" that we got away with something. Verse 27: You can't fool God.
Tuesday, June 5th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:1a ~ Look back at Chapter 11 and underline every place you see "sent". David "sent" to commit sin. God "sent" Nathan to confront sin.
Wednesday, June 6th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:1-23 ~ Even though God forgives, He will not remove consequences. How different this story would be if Bathsheba had chosen to be pure
Thursday, June 7th
LMRMinistries: 2 Samuel 12:24-25 ~ Jedidiah means loved by the Lord. God is a Redeemer and Restorer. Even when we sin, He does not count our lives as over - Repent!
Friday, June 8th
LMRMinistries: Judges 4:1-4 ~ Meet Deborah - one of my favorite Bible women! In a male-dominated culture, God chose her to lead Israel. Where does God need you to lead?
Friday, June 1, 2012
Monday - Friday, May 28th - June 1st
Monday, May 28th
LMRMinistries: 2 Timothy 1:6-7 ~ Don't be afraid that you are not strong enough to show self-control. Through His power, you can love an have self-control.
Tuesday, May 29th
LMRMinistries: Galatians 5:22-23 ~ Seeing the fruit of the Spirit in your life demonstrates that you are growing closer to God. Ask God to help you be fruitful.
Wednesday, May 30th
LMRMinistries: From now until the beginning of September, we will be studying some interesting women in the Bible and applying their life lessons to ours.
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:1-19 ~ Abigail's immediate response to injustice saved her family and kept David godly. What injustice do you see? Are you responding?
Thursday, May 31st
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:20-34 ~ Abigail was a gifted, persuasive speaker and used it to keep a bad situation from getting worse. How are you using your gifts?
Friday, June 1st
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:35-42 ~ Abigail did the right thing even though the man in her life did not. God rewarded that. What 'right' thing do you need to do?
LMRMinistries: 2 Timothy 1:6-7 ~ Don't be afraid that you are not strong enough to show self-control. Through His power, you can love an have self-control.
Tuesday, May 29th
LMRMinistries: Galatians 5:22-23 ~ Seeing the fruit of the Spirit in your life demonstrates that you are growing closer to God. Ask God to help you be fruitful.
Wednesday, May 30th
LMRMinistries: From now until the beginning of September, we will be studying some interesting women in the Bible and applying their life lessons to ours.
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:1-19 ~ Abigail's immediate response to injustice saved her family and kept David godly. What injustice do you see? Are you responding?
Thursday, May 31st
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:20-34 ~ Abigail was a gifted, persuasive speaker and used it to keep a bad situation from getting worse. How are you using your gifts?
Friday, June 1st
LMRMinistries: 1 Samuel 25:35-42 ~ Abigail did the right thing even though the man in her life did not. God rewarded that. What 'right' thing do you need to do?
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