For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the spirit the things of the spirit.
For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.
Romans 8: 5-6
I remember when I was a kid. Even though there were difficult times going on, I felt so hopeful and excited about the future. I was very fortunate to have great people in my life who told me about God and what Jesus did for us. I loved Jesus even as a young girl to the point that I would even carry my Bible to school and read it. I remember singing to Him and praying in the pasture where I felt at home with my horses. Going into high school and thereafter, I learned very quickly how the world really worked. The clicks, the social status, The Who’s who. I never really cared about that but it seemed to be a big deal to everyone else. When I tried to be a part of that crowd, a lot of bad things happened and I lost the little girl I once knew. So the moral of the story is don’t try to fit into what the world wants you to be, be who He made you to be. Because with Him is real life and peace. God bless you
Genesis 50:20
The enemy may confuse you. He will make you think there is no way out. But, I will tell you, God always has a plan. What the enemy meant for evil, God meant for good. (Genesis 50:20 – But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.)
Proverbs 15:18
A wrathful man stirrers up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Verses of the day:
Genesis 28:15
Behold, I am with you, and will keep you, wherever you go, and will bring you again into this land. For I will not leave you until I have done that which I have spoken to you.
Matthew 7:13-14
Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Faith
Ok God, I hear you. When He puts something on my heart so strong I can not deny it. This has been on my mind several days in such a way that I know I’m meant to speak about it.
Remember the story of the Israelites being freed from bondage. When God told Moses to raise his staff as the Egyptians were closing in to destroy them and the Red Sea parted. Moses led them through as they watched the Egyptians perish in the vast waves behind them. They were freed from bondage and their faith was tested in the desert.
Upon reaching Canaan, 12 scouts were sent out to survey the land and what they might be up against. They returned to say, yes the land you wish us to go if full of milk and honey but there are giants there we could never defeat. Only 2 of those scouts, Joshua and Caleb, said, but can’t you see? Don’t you remember God? Who brought us out of bondage through the Red Sea and destroyed our enemies?
The Israelites, too worried about their once worldly amenities in Egypt, and fearful of another enemy, saying well at least we were better off in bondage instead of this desert and manna God has provided us from Heaven. God was about to lead them into the land of milk and honey but it was their lack of faith and lust of worldly things that led to their defeat. The promised land was literally at their fingertips.
Everyone, not some, are experiencing the warfare of the enemy. The prince of the air. The prince of darkness. The greatest liar of all time. Who tells you that you’re not good enough to enter the land of milk and honey. That you should be afraid. That this is as good as it gets and I’m lucky it’s not worse. You’re being manipulated by a lie. The rich are rich and the poor are poor. That you are better off just sitting it out and dealing with whatever happens. The enemy is a deceiver. You’re being conditioned. You’re being trained for bondage. That where you are is where you’ll always be. That no matter what you do you’ll always remain wondering or wandering the desert. You’re experiencing warfare through your family, through your finances, through your job, and definitely through your mind.
I don’t know all the answers. I wish I did. But what I was sent to tell you right now is that you need to remember God first. The God who sent eternal life and salvation through his one and only son. The God that is ultimately in control, who knows the beginning from the end.
Maybe I’m just being a Joshua, telling you of my faith, but if you read the story, what was needed was the whole Israelite’s faith. The majority. In this case, our nation. Now is a time to come together, not apart. For if we unite, we will walk into the promised land. I know that sounds impossible. But, God sent this history for us to learn from to maybe do it right the next time, lest we forget. Yes, I know you’re shaking your head. But, if for one second we could come together in faith, would we not walk into victory?
There are many people who don’t believe in God or even know the name Jesus Christ. This is your chance to tell them❤️ You’re the church now.
What God wants from you is for you to remember Him first. To believe in Him. He needs your faith. So the only way I know to fight the enemy is through faith, prayer, and perseverance. The armor of God. I know you’re tired, worried, uncertain, frustrated, anxious, and fearful. But if you’d just take it from me, and know that all of this is a test of your faith. I know it’s not easy. It’s very uncomfortable. But this is not eternity. This is a test of faith. Please come together. Please pray even if it’s the first time for you. Tell God thank you for all He’s done and that you trust Him. Because He already knows what’s going to happen. He just needs you to trust Him.
Leslie Street
Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life
I keep hearing, “what is going on in the world?!,What has happened to our country?!, I look around and there is chaos everywhere!, I don’t know who or what to believe anymore!” Well, yes I see that. I understand. You’re damned if you do or damned if you don’t. If you speak, it will be misconstrued or it will be condemned, if I don’t speak, people will be abused or hurt or forgotten. Who would even listen? The world has gone mad.”Yes I know. And so did God. For it is written this would happen. The world can not fix things. The government can not either. That is why God is not of the world. God is God. God sent a rainbow though. The rainbow meant there was a covenant between God and man. And man also has a choice as he has always had a choice. And God also sent his son Jesus. And if you don’t know Jesus, I wish you did! Please read John in the Bible. If you don’t have a bible already, go to any church and ask for one. And if they don’t give one to you (which I can’t understand if they wouldn’t) then ask me and I will give you one. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the the life. And the only way to God is through the Son. And if you ask Him, He will show up for you, for He sent His only son to die for you ( I could not fathom that for a long time) But to Him all lives matter! I have had my own problems in life. I’ve been at the bottom. The bottom can mean many different things for many people and I am happy to still be here speaking from someone who’s been at the bottom so there’s that. (But go ahead and twist that if you want) And I asked God, “where are you!” And Jesus showed up right on time. God sent His son. I saw the very people He was dying to save condemn Him to death. And you know what He told me after He showed me why He died on the cross? He said, “You have to get up now.” I understood then. I understood why. And that is my answer to everyone who is angry, hurt, betrayed, feels forgotten, afraid, resentful, unsure and wants to throw their hands up in the air or condemn others. Jesus was already there. And He died anyway. Because love wins………….God understands us. For he made us. He is the alpha and the omega, the beginning and the end. You think you’re alone. But you’re not! God made you! He is the very constructor of us! Ask Him? He will show up! I promise! And then get up. Because I heard Him and I did, and have been ever since. A race of faith in which He has shown up every single time all the while teaching me (I still have a lot to learn.-Thank you God for your patience-not wanting anyone to perish but to be saved) Once you know who Jesus is, you know who God is! Once you know who Jesus is, you’ll have the answer to all the world’s problems. For it is written. It’s really that simple . (It’s not easy though but God sees your heart!). Just try. I pray everyone reading this may find peace and understanding. I pray they find their purpose and be of help to others in times of trouble. Peace my brothers and sisters and God speed.
Fight the good fight
Here you’ll find my posts about what’s going on with the website, things I find encouraging as I walk with Christ and things I might struggle with too. There have been many verses that I’ve clung to, mentors, friends, and people that have helped me along the way. I might post helpful books I’ve read or gospel songs I love. I hope it helps you in some way to encourage others in their walk as well.
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