Grace for your spirit
Brothers, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them. Acts 6:3
When we have a problem or a complaint in the church, what should we do? Let our leaders take care of it? In the early church, the apostles changed problems into opportunities. When the problem arose, they told those who saw the problem to look among themselves for the solution. We all have different gifts, talents, and desires. They were directed to find those who knew the problem, and could help the problem, to solved the problem. The same is true today. Let's not expect the leaders to take care of everything. Let's find those with wisdom and spirit to get the job done. May we all be in training for the job to come.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 15, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, Ephesians 6:14
If we were going to list the most important part of armor of God, what would we choose? While the helmet of salvation, the sword of God's Word, and shield of faith would seem to be the most useful, may we never forget what holds it all together. The belt of truth. The belt ties up the clothing, holds the breastplate, and connects the sheath for the sword. In our spiritual armor the belt of truth is the life we live. Without truth all the armor is useless. Truthfulness, faithfulness, and righteousness was the belt of Christ. It is to be our belt too. Don't leave home without it.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, Ephesians 6:14
If we were going to list the most important part of armor of God, what would we choose? While the helmet of salvation, the sword of God's Word, and shield of faith would seem to be the most useful, may we never forget what holds it all together. The belt of truth. The belt ties up the clothing, holds the breastplate, and connects the sheath for the sword. In our spiritual armor the belt of truth is the life we live. Without truth all the armor is useless. Truthfulness, faithfulness, and righteousness was the belt of Christ. It is to be our belt too. Don't leave home without it.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Monday, June 14, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 11, 2010
Grace for your spirit
What is the outcome then? I will pray with the spirit and I will pray with the mind also; I will sing with the spirit and I will sing with the mind also.Otherwise if you bless in the spirit only, how will the one who fills the place of the ungifted say the "Amen" at your giving of thanks, since he does not know what you are saying? I Corinthians 14:15-16
The direction here is to pray and sing in such a way that everyone will be uplifted by the giving of praise and thanks. If we are communicating to God in a language that fills all of us with praise and understanding, we can agree with it, and give a hearty "Amen". An "Amen" at the end of our songs, and prayers, assures me that we are really connecting with the spirit and mind. It gives me a good feeling that others are connecting with the praise and prayer. Silence does little to edify me. If fact, I wonder if we are really on on the same page. To singers, prayers, and preachers, an "Amen" is like saying "sic em" to a dog. May we have a revival of mind and spirit in our gatherings.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
What is the outcome then? I will pray with the spirit and I will pray with the mind also; I will sing with the spirit and I will sing with the mind also.Otherwise if you bless in the spirit only, how will the one who fills the place of the ungifted say the "Amen" at your giving of thanks, since he does not know what you are saying? I Corinthians 14:15-16
The direction here is to pray and sing in such a way that everyone will be uplifted by the giving of praise and thanks. If we are communicating to God in a language that fills all of us with praise and understanding, we can agree with it, and give a hearty "Amen". An "Amen" at the end of our songs, and prayers, assures me that we are really connecting with the spirit and mind. It gives me a good feeling that others are connecting with the praise and prayer. Silence does little to edify me. If fact, I wonder if we are really on on the same page. To singers, prayers, and preachers, an "Amen" is like saying "sic em" to a dog. May we have a revival of mind and spirit in our gatherings.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Grace for your spirit June 14, 2010
Grace for your spirit
So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty,but will accomplish what I desire, and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. Isaiah 55:11
How many preachers and teachers have completed their lessons with a sigh, thinking they accomplished nothing that day? The prophets and apostles of the Bible while preaching and teaching all their lives, sometimes it seemed like no one was listening. If we wait for the applause of men, we may wait for a long time. Let this passage be a comfort to us all. We need to teach it and let God direct it to its purpose and goal. Paul said it this way, "I planted, Apollos water, and God gave the increase."
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spriit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty,but will accomplish what I desire, and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. Isaiah 55:11
How many preachers and teachers have completed their lessons with a sigh, thinking they accomplished nothing that day? The prophets and apostles of the Bible while preaching and teaching all their lives, sometimes it seemed like no one was listening. If we wait for the applause of men, we may wait for a long time. Let this passage be a comfort to us all. We need to teach it and let God direct it to its purpose and goal. Paul said it this way, "I planted, Apollos water, and God gave the increase."
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spriit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 10, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Guard your steps as you go to the house of God and draw near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools; for they do not know they are doing evil. Do not be hasty in word or impulsive in thought to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven and you are on the earth; therefore let your words be few. Ecclesiastes 5:1-2
This is very good advice from our Father in heaven. He must have instilled this wisdom in my parents. It sounds just exactly like them when we went to church services. Watch your steps, listen, and don't do or say anything foolish. You are going to worship God, and you need to hear what He has to say. Often it was summarized in the words, "Be still". As a child of God, we need to listen to our Father's advice. Let's not allow our worship be the sacrifice of fools, but rather the sacrifice that honors God in all things. Words of wisdom that will always apply.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Guard your steps as you go to the house of God and draw near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools; for they do not know they are doing evil. Do not be hasty in word or impulsive in thought to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven and you are on the earth; therefore let your words be few. Ecclesiastes 5:1-2
This is very good advice from our Father in heaven. He must have instilled this wisdom in my parents. It sounds just exactly like them when we went to church services. Watch your steps, listen, and don't do or say anything foolish. You are going to worship God, and you need to hear what He has to say. Often it was summarized in the words, "Be still". As a child of God, we need to listen to our Father's advice. Let's not allow our worship be the sacrifice of fools, but rather the sacrifice that honors God in all things. Words of wisdom that will always apply.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 9, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Son of man, I have appointed you a watchman to the house of Israel; whenever you hear a word from My mouth, warn them from Me. Ezekiel 3:17
All people who live in a hostile environment, need a watchman. In Bible times they placed them on the walls of the cities to warn of impending danger. God commissioned His watchmen too. Ezekiel received his commission to watch and warn Judah of their impending danger. If he did not watch and warn, he too would be held accountable for the losses. Christians have been given special insights through the Word of God to be the watchmen against the schemes of the devil. If we do not watch and warn, souls will perish. Colonel Custer had his scouts but ignored their warnings. Are we watching and taking action?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Son of man, I have appointed you a watchman to the house of Israel; whenever you hear a word from My mouth, warn them from Me. Ezekiel 3:17
All people who live in a hostile environment, need a watchman. In Bible times they placed them on the walls of the cities to warn of impending danger. God commissioned His watchmen too. Ezekiel received his commission to watch and warn Judah of their impending danger. If he did not watch and warn, he too would be held accountable for the losses. Christians have been given special insights through the Word of God to be the watchmen against the schemes of the devil. If we do not watch and warn, souls will perish. Colonel Custer had his scouts but ignored their warnings. Are we watching and taking action?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 8, 2010
Grace for your spirit
But Moses said to him, "Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the LORD'S people were prophets, that the LORD would put His Spirit upon them!" Numbers 11:29
As Moses led Israel to the promised land, he seemed to be in control of everything. Most people thought Moses should do everything. It was a burden. Moses sought help, and the Lord gave it to him. Some were worried that others were prophecying, but Moses wasn't one of them. He was glad for guys like Edad and Medad, and encouraged them. The apostles tried to stop someone who didn't walk with them, casting out demons in the name of Jesus. Jesus told them not to hinder him. Jesus desires us all to wear His Spirit, and be busy in His work. Encourage
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
But Moses said to him, "Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the LORD'S people were prophets, that the LORD would put His Spirit upon them!" Numbers 11:29
As Moses led Israel to the promised land, he seemed to be in control of everything. Most people thought Moses should do everything. It was a burden. Moses sought help, and the Lord gave it to him. Some were worried that others were prophecying, but Moses wasn't one of them. He was glad for guys like Edad and Medad, and encouraged them. The apostles tried to stop someone who didn't walk with them, casting out demons in the name of Jesus. Jesus told them not to hinder him. Jesus desires us all to wear His Spirit, and be busy in His work. Encourage
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
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