Good Morning!
TODAY is the day! GEMS kicks off tonight at 6:00pm! I can't wait to see all of you and to get back to a regular schedule!
We also remember the policemen, the firemen, the officers, employees, and all the men and women that lost their lives eleven years ago today in the fatal attacks on our country. Please continue to pray for our country and all those in the military that fight and serve to keep her safe and free.
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Luke 13:10-17 ~ She suffered 18 years before she was set free. Have you ever prayed a long time for something? God's timing is perfect #keeppraying
This woman had suffered eighteen years and had been crippled in such a way that she couldn't straighten up or walk up-right. Did you notice that Jesus called her and then simply told her she was set free from her infirmity. He did put His hands on her and she immediately stood straight and praised God. Hallelujah!
The ruler of the synagogue was upset because Jesus had healed on the Sabbath - a day of rest, but Jesus knew what they were thinking and explained why. It says in verse seventeen that all the people were pleased with all the wonderful things that were happening.
Back to Lisa's question - is there something that you have been praying for in your life for a long time? Remember, God's timing is perfect - He is never late and never early, but ALWAYS right on time!
See y'all tonight! Can't wait!
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Monday, September 10, 2012
Monday, September 10th - Mark 5:21-34
Good evening!
Sorry, I didn't get the tweet before I left for work this morning and so I am just now getting to the blog. Sorry!
I am so excited about tomorrow night - GEMS Kick-off!!! Yeah!!! Come and join us at Eastview - 6:00pm to 7:45pm! It is gonna rock!!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Mark 5:21-34 ~ This woman was desperate - she knew in order to get well, she had to be incredibly close to Jesus. It's still the same #stayclose
I love this passage of scripture. I think it is interesting to see the faith of the two individuals - the synagogue ruler, Jairus and the woman with the bleeding problem. Both knew the healing power that Jesus possessed and wanted Him to help them. Jairus came right out and said what he wanted - Jesus to heal his daughter. The woman just knew if she got close to Jesus she would be healed.
Did you notice in verse 29 that the woman knew if she got close enough to touch His garment, she would be healed and that is what she did. It says that the bleeding stopped immediately and she felt she was free! Yet, Jesus knew someone had touched Him and He asked. The woman finally came forward and fell at His feet. Jesus told her - your faith has healed you, go and be free of your suffering.
As Lisa mentioned, it is still the same today. In order to have a relationship with Jesus, we have to be close to Him! We can't come to church once or twice a year and expect to have a close relationship. We need to be in His Word and to pray and fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ. We have to be close!!! Are you???
Sleep well!
Sorry, I didn't get the tweet before I left for work this morning and so I am just now getting to the blog. Sorry!
I am so excited about tomorrow night - GEMS Kick-off!!! Yeah!!! Come and join us at Eastview - 6:00pm to 7:45pm! It is gonna rock!!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Mark 5:21-34 ~ This woman was desperate - she knew in order to get well, she had to be incredibly close to Jesus. It's still the same #stayclose
I love this passage of scripture. I think it is interesting to see the faith of the two individuals - the synagogue ruler, Jairus and the woman with the bleeding problem. Both knew the healing power that Jesus possessed and wanted Him to help them. Jairus came right out and said what he wanted - Jesus to heal his daughter. The woman just knew if she got close to Jesus she would be healed.
Did you notice in verse 29 that the woman knew if she got close enough to touch His garment, she would be healed and that is what she did. It says that the bleeding stopped immediately and she felt she was free! Yet, Jesus knew someone had touched Him and He asked. The woman finally came forward and fell at His feet. Jesus told her - your faith has healed you, go and be free of your suffering.
As Lisa mentioned, it is still the same today. In order to have a relationship with Jesus, we have to be close to Him! We can't come to church once or twice a year and expect to have a close relationship. We need to be in His Word and to pray and fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ. We have to be close!!! Are you???
Sleep well!
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Sunday, September 9th - Proverbs 31:10-31
Good Sunday Morning!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Proverbs 31:10-31 ~ Whether you're married or not, this woman's characteristics are good for all Christian women to model #strive4excellence
This passage is packed with characteristics that all of us as women should model. Let's make a list: noble character - worth more than rubies (physical riches) - trustworthy - thinks of others before herself - honest - hard worker - thrifty - provider - wise - resourceful - takes care of herself physically and mentally - prepared - philanthropist - caring and approachable -protector - strong - respected - confident - praised and blessed - and fears the Lord.
I am sure there are others that I missed, but this is quite a list. How do you measure up? Whew! I still have some work to do, but I had a great mentor in my life and have watched others as well. My grandma was my mentor and she lived this passage of scripture - she was a Proverbs 31 woman! Everything that is listed above, I saw in her. I see it in my Mom too!
I want to have all of these characteristics and live them day to day! How about you?
Have a great Sunday!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Proverbs 31:10-31 ~ Whether you're married or not, this woman's characteristics are good for all Christian women to model #strive4excellence
This passage is packed with characteristics that all of us as women should model. Let's make a list: noble character - worth more than rubies (physical riches) - trustworthy - thinks of others before herself - honest - hard worker - thrifty - provider - wise - resourceful - takes care of herself physically and mentally - prepared - philanthropist - caring and approachable -protector - strong - respected - confident - praised and blessed - and fears the Lord.
I am sure there are others that I missed, but this is quite a list. How do you measure up? Whew! I still have some work to do, but I had a great mentor in my life and have watched others as well. My grandma was my mentor and she lived this passage of scripture - she was a Proverbs 31 woman! Everything that is listed above, I saw in her. I see it in my Mom too!
I want to have all of these characteristics and live them day to day! How about you?
Have a great Sunday!
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Saturday, September 8th - 2 Timothy 1:1-7
Good Morning!
I am still kind of numb and emotional about what happened yesterday and at the same time, I am so very proud of Eastview Christian Church! They truly lived their vision statement yesterday - A fearless church of Christ followers whose ridiculous love and dangerous witness are irresistible. All praise and glory to God!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: 2 Timothy 1:1-7 ~ Paul tells Timothy that part of the reason he has such a strong faith is because it was passed down from his mom, Eunice #leavealegacy
Paul calls Timothy his son! He loved him like a son and taught him much, but tells him that his faith began with his grandmother and mother - Lois and Eunice. What a strong legacy they left in Timothy!
Look at verse 7 - "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.
Isn't this an interesting verse to read and ponder the day after a near tragedy? The staff, the kids, the staff and volunteers at Eastview all acted yesterday with a spirit of power and strength and love.
What legacy will you leave? I looked out over the crowd as I sang for my grandma's funeral and I saw a strong legacy she had left behind: both sons were ministers, two of her daughters were minister's wives and one was an elders wife, among her grandchildren there was a missionary, preachers, preacher's wives, youth ministers, christian musicians, and all the great grandchildren that were old enough had made life changing decisions for Jesus!
I ask again, What legacy will you leave behind?
I am still kind of numb and emotional about what happened yesterday and at the same time, I am so very proud of Eastview Christian Church! They truly lived their vision statement yesterday - A fearless church of Christ followers whose ridiculous love and dangerous witness are irresistible. All praise and glory to God!!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: 2 Timothy 1:1-7 ~ Paul tells Timothy that part of the reason he has such a strong faith is because it was passed down from his mom, Eunice #leavealegacy
Paul calls Timothy his son! He loved him like a son and taught him much, but tells him that his faith began with his grandmother and mother - Lois and Eunice. What a strong legacy they left in Timothy!
Look at verse 7 - "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.
Isn't this an interesting verse to read and ponder the day after a near tragedy? The staff, the kids, the staff and volunteers at Eastview all acted yesterday with a spirit of power and strength and love.
What legacy will you leave? I looked out over the crowd as I sang for my grandma's funeral and I saw a strong legacy she had left behind: both sons were ministers, two of her daughters were minister's wives and one was an elders wife, among her grandchildren there was a missionary, preachers, preacher's wives, youth ministers, christian musicians, and all the great grandchildren that were old enough had made life changing decisions for Jesus!
I ask again, What legacy will you leave behind?
Friday, September 7, 2012
Friday, September 7th - Acts 9:36-42
Good Morning!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Acts 9:36-42 ~ Dorcas - so loved b/c she gave to others. God decided her time wasn't up - bet she went right back to serving! How do u spend your time?
Tabitha or Dorcas as it is translated, was a true servant of God. She sewed and helped the poor in any way she could. The scripture says that she "always" did good and helped the poor. We don't know her age or what happened, other than she got sick and died. We also don't know how long it was before Peter came to the house and was taken to the room.
The faith of those that went and called Peter was strong. They probably told Peter of what had happened, but Peter went and saw the women mourning the death of Dorcas. He asked everyone to leave and then he took to his knees and prayed. There were no lights and or commotion, just prayer! Peter said three words, "Tabitha, get up." and Dorcas got up (with Peter's help). He presented Dorcas to the believers and widows that were there and she was alive.
What thoughts do you think went through the mind of Dorcas? She was a true servant of God. It says she "saw Peter and sat up." She was probably ready to serve him and all those with him.
How do you spend your time? How are you serving in the Kingdom? Are you serving "inward" or "outward"? Remember the ministry we have been given - to share the Good News with all those that do not know! How will you serve today?
Happy Friday!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Acts 9:36-42 ~ Dorcas - so loved b/c she gave to others. God decided her time wasn't up - bet she went right back to serving! How do u spend your time?
Tabitha or Dorcas as it is translated, was a true servant of God. She sewed and helped the poor in any way she could. The scripture says that she "always" did good and helped the poor. We don't know her age or what happened, other than she got sick and died. We also don't know how long it was before Peter came to the house and was taken to the room.
The faith of those that went and called Peter was strong. They probably told Peter of what had happened, but Peter went and saw the women mourning the death of Dorcas. He asked everyone to leave and then he took to his knees and prayed. There were no lights and or commotion, just prayer! Peter said three words, "Tabitha, get up." and Dorcas got up (with Peter's help). He presented Dorcas to the believers and widows that were there and she was alive.
What thoughts do you think went through the mind of Dorcas? She was a true servant of God. It says she "saw Peter and sat up." She was probably ready to serve him and all those with him.
How do you spend your time? How are you serving in the Kingdom? Are you serving "inward" or "outward"? Remember the ministry we have been given - to share the Good News with all those that do not know! How will you serve today?
Happy Friday!
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Thursday, September 6th - Acts 16:14,40
Good Morning!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Acts 16:14,40 ~ Lydia heard God's Word and she gave her heart to Christ. Her response was to open her home to care for others #shareyourstuff
Lydia gave her all for the Lord and served Him and His followers (the church) well. We are asked to give it all to God and not just part of our lives or the parts we want to give. Lydia gave her heart to God and then shared everything she had in service to Him.
I grew up in a family that opened our house to one and all and that we gave of our possessions to those that were in need and we shared meals with everyone. In today's world, that isn't done a whole lot, but I see it changing for the better. Have you asked a sister or two to come and share a meal with you and yours? It may be a little awkward at first if you have not done it before, but it is so rewarding. The fellowship and friendships get stronger and it is encouraging to all involved.
As Lisa says, #shareyourstuff!
Have a great day!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Acts 16:14,40 ~ Lydia heard God's Word and she gave her heart to Christ. Her response was to open her home to care for others #shareyourstuff
Lydia gave her all for the Lord and served Him and His followers (the church) well. We are asked to give it all to God and not just part of our lives or the parts we want to give. Lydia gave her heart to God and then shared everything she had in service to Him.
I grew up in a family that opened our house to one and all and that we gave of our possessions to those that were in need and we shared meals with everyone. In today's world, that isn't done a whole lot, but I see it changing for the better. Have you asked a sister or two to come and share a meal with you and yours? It may be a little awkward at first if you have not done it before, but it is so rewarding. The fellowship and friendships get stronger and it is encouraging to all involved.
As Lisa says, #shareyourstuff!
Have a great day!
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Wednesday, September 5th - Matthew 28:1-10
Good Morning!
I am back!! I apologize for not posting the last few days, but I kind of went "offline" while my family was here. I will catch you all up and we will be good to go again! Sorry for the inconvenience, but it was nice to be "unplugged" and enjoy family time with my parents and my brother and his family. Thank you for understanding!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Matthew 28:1-10 ~ These women had no power in their culture. Because they did what they could with what they had, Jesus honored them. #noexcuses-doyourbest
Can you imagine what these women felt? They are going to the tomb and talking about all the happenings in the past three days and how much they loved Jesus and wanted to anoint His body with perfumes and oils and wondering how they would roll the stone away, when they find the stone rolled away and an angel sitting on the rock!
What would you have felt? Would you have been afraid? Can you imagine the questions going through their heads: Why are the guards "dead"? Where is Jesus? Should we run? Where have they taken Him? What will we tell the disciples?
The angel answered most of their questions as He told them what had happened and what they needed to tell the disciples. Verse 6 is so important - "He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come see the place where He lay." HE'S ALIVE! Jesus Christ is Alive and well! Hallelujah!
Verse 8 says the women hurried away and were still afraid, but full of joy. They did not expect the honor they received as they ran from the tomb. There in front of them was Jesus greeting them! What is the first thing they did? They worshipped Him!
In verse 10 we see the same words the angel used in verse 5 - "Do not be afraid". Jesus tells them to go and tell the disciples and meet Him in Galilee. The women saw Jesus first! They were filled with joy and hurried on their way to tell the disciples.
What an exciting morning! They saw and heard an angel, the tomb was empty, and Jesus appeared and spoke to them as they worshipped Him. Emotional overload - sadness, grief, fear, bewilderment, excitement, joy, happiness and fulfilled - are some of the emotions that were experienced from what I read.
As Lisa says - no excuses - do your best! God will honor all that you do for His Kingdom and sharing His Word!
Go and be a dangerous witness!
I am back!! I apologize for not posting the last few days, but I kind of went "offline" while my family was here. I will catch you all up and we will be good to go again! Sorry for the inconvenience, but it was nice to be "unplugged" and enjoy family time with my parents and my brother and his family. Thank you for understanding!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Matthew 28:1-10 ~ These women had no power in their culture. Because they did what they could with what they had, Jesus honored them. #noexcuses-doyourbest
Can you imagine what these women felt? They are going to the tomb and talking about all the happenings in the past three days and how much they loved Jesus and wanted to anoint His body with perfumes and oils and wondering how they would roll the stone away, when they find the stone rolled away and an angel sitting on the rock!
What would you have felt? Would you have been afraid? Can you imagine the questions going through their heads: Why are the guards "dead"? Where is Jesus? Should we run? Where have they taken Him? What will we tell the disciples?
The angel answered most of their questions as He told them what had happened and what they needed to tell the disciples. Verse 6 is so important - "He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come see the place where He lay." HE'S ALIVE! Jesus Christ is Alive and well! Hallelujah!
Verse 8 says the women hurried away and were still afraid, but full of joy. They did not expect the honor they received as they ran from the tomb. There in front of them was Jesus greeting them! What is the first thing they did? They worshipped Him!
In verse 10 we see the same words the angel used in verse 5 - "Do not be afraid". Jesus tells them to go and tell the disciples and meet Him in Galilee. The women saw Jesus first! They were filled with joy and hurried on their way to tell the disciples.
What an exciting morning! They saw and heard an angel, the tomb was empty, and Jesus appeared and spoke to them as they worshipped Him. Emotional overload - sadness, grief, fear, bewilderment, excitement, joy, happiness and fulfilled - are some of the emotions that were experienced from what I read.
As Lisa says - no excuses - do your best! God will honor all that you do for His Kingdom and sharing His Word!
Go and be a dangerous witness!
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