“I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way; O when wilt thy come unto me? I will walk within my house with a perfect heart.” Psalm 101:2
King David knew what it was like to be a poor shepherd boy and a wealthy king. He experienced having nothing and having everything, to be lowly and unnoticed and to have the respect and love of a nation. There was one thing which defined the worth of life to David, a healthy relationship with God. No matter how we define “the good life”, it’s always better with God. As David discovered, possessions and power will fail to satisfy our soul, but God will never fail! God can fill us with more joy and purpose than anything we can imagine! Follow God to the best life, for the best life! “Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.” Psalm 100:1-2
With all of the cultures, languages and traditions, how could everyone on earth come to an understanding on anything? We are told one day every knee will bow and every tongue will confess Jesus as Lord. One day we will join hearts and hands with brothers and sisters across the world with one purpose; to praise the One who saves us, Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. What the cares of this world could never achieve; will happen naturally because of the extraordinary love of Jesus the Christ! Anticipate the global chorus by praising God today and thank Him! One day it’ll be a song the whole world will sing! “He has remembered his love and his loyalty to the people of Israel. All the ends of the earth have seen God’s power to save.” Psalm 98:3
God loves us, and His love is unlimited. We may have to earn love from others, even work hard to maintain it, but not for God’s love. He offers it to us freely and never stops caring for us. Always remember that it’s us who reject or turn away from God. God will never forsake us nor withhold His love from us. Which is the nature of Agape love, unconditional love, it’s given because it flows from God’s character, and has nothing to do with our actions. God’s love is always with us, and He hopes you will receive it! Embrace God’s love! Let’s forget our fears and feel it’s wonderful power! Then, we can love God back! Amen!! Live in Your God-given Blessings Today! "He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone." Psalm 91:11-12
One of the worst things about discouragement is we often feel as if no one truly understands what we're going through. Sometimes we may even sense our family and friends are tired of hearing about our problems and are beginning to avoid us. We can end up feeling very alone in our struggles. Well, you're not alone! Nothing happens to us surprises God. He knows when we need extra strength and protection and He has appointed guardians to take care of His children. We may not even know what we have been protected from, but be assured we aren't alone! In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! If you want trust, trust others.
If you want respect, respect others. If you want help, help others. If you want love and peace in your life, give them away. If you want great friends, be one. That’s how it works. "Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” Hebrews 10:24
Friendship should bring out the best in us and our friends! Our friendship can encourage others and actually make them better people. Think about it...the confidence that someone cares for us, believes in us, serves us and sacrifices for us encourages each of us to do the same for those around us. One act of kindness becomes the impetus for a row of falling dominoes, tumbling one good deed into another. Spurring one another toward love and good deeds will show the world the power of love - God's love growing in our heart and being shared with others. It will make the world a better place! In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! “Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them, this is the Law and the Prophets.” Matthew 7:12 HCSB
Is the Golden Rule your rule, or is it just another Bible verse that goes in one ear and out the other? Jesus was very clear in that He instructed you to treat other people in the same way that you want to be treated. But sometimes especially when you’re feeling the pressures of everyday living, obeying this Rule can seem like an impossible task, but its’ not. So if you want to know how to treat other people, ask the person you see every time you look into the mirror. The answer you receive will tell you exactly what to do. “Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” Psalm 126:2
So many of us are so richly blessed — if not by physical and financial blessings, then most definitely by God's gracious spiritual blessings. The Lord has done great things for us! Let's praise Him with songs of praise and lives full of laughter and joy! It’s not about US….It’s ALL about GOD!! Help someone along the way today “For you, a thousand years is like the passing of a day; or like a few hours in the night.” Psalm 90:4
Every human indicator may suggest God is absent from our situation. The full picture has yet to be seen, our complete situation still hasn’t been unveiled. Why has God allowed these trials to come into our life? God is teaching us that He makes all our circumstances work together for our good, even the waiting. We must hang on to God as tightly as we can and trust that He’s working out something important. When we see what He sees, we are going to love the big picture He shows us! Live in Your God-Given Blessings Today! “Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship, for they will walk in the light of your presence Lord.” Psalm 89:15
When we believe in God, our life is a psalm, which will be read throughout eternity. It will record our downbeats of doubt. It will chronicle our chords of exultation as God helps and gives us the desires of our heart. The theme of our life will be God’s faithfulness to us. When all of our days have been documented, we will report God has never failed us! Our life is a song of praise to God that’s being written through our circumstances. Today find peace in the knowledge that God is making our life into a beautifully intricate work of art! Live in Your God-given Blessings Today! |
Pastor Derrick RichardsonPastor of Community Abundant Life Church Archives
January 2025
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