Instrument For The Mission

     Have you ever had the privilege of visiting a pottery store and watching a person mold or shape clay into something beautiful?  They work on each section with detail and love.  It is really fascinating.  But, there is the key phrase...love.

     The Lord is the ultimate Potter who prepares us for our mission or journey.  Yet, he knows that we need the instrument or tool to direct our steps.  One of those key instruments is Love.

     We are to love ourselves and others as he loves us.  This is not always a simple task to do.  Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror in the morning and wanted to run out of the room?  Have you ever been insulted by someone and thought that was the end of it.

     This is where the power of God's perfect love comes in.  He wants us to see ourselves and others through his eyes.  He will help us and give us strength to achieve this every step of the way.

     He wants us to know that we are beautiful masterpieces in the making.  We are continually be crafted and reworked to be the awesome and breathtaking work of art that he foresees.

     God's perfect love also wants us to pray for those that hurt us.  He loves them also.  We are to pray for them to be saved and become better.

     So, where do you begin?  Get down on your knees and ask God to teach you to be more like him and his amazing love.  Can you think of anything more spectacular than learning at the feet of the Master and becoming his great apprentice?

     The great mission is ready.  You are his subject.  Will you accept the call?  He will teach you all that you need to walk by his great love.  He is working it all through, piece by piece.

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Lord, teach me how to love like you

let me look through the eyes of your heart each day

and be your instrument in all I do

I want to praise you in every way.

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God bless you all!

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Thought For The Day

When you trip and fall...

DON'T STAY DOWN..

When you feel like giving up...

DON'T GIVE IN..

INSTEAD...

Give everything over to God

He knows that you are imperfect

YET

He loves you more each day

You are forgiven

You are made new

All by his magnificent presence

He is reaching out a hand...

To pull you up...

dust you off

and say...

"MY CHILD.

YOU ARE MY BEAUTIFUL CREATION

DON'T CRY...

DON'T FRET...

EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY

I AM RIGHT HERE WITH YOU

YOU HAVE SO MUCH PROMISE

YOU HAVE SO MUCH HOPE

THERE ARE GREAT THINGS AHEAD

JUST TAKE MY HAND

AND

WE WILL WALK

THE JOURNEY

TOGETHER."

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Thought For The Day

Don't ever let the clouds

of negativity

dim 

the sunshine of your heart

Set the control switch

to

eternal

and

be a brilliant light of hope

Remember

you are not defined

by others

You are the beautiful, unique

masterpiece of God

created

for awesome things

So

be your best

let your light shine

and

LET GOD TAKE CARE OF THE REST!

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GOD BLESS YOU ALL! 

Thought For The Day

True Success is found

in a grateful heart

who knows they are blessed

beyond measure

It is a heart that sees the

precious gift of life

and 

treasures every moment for 

its great value

It is a spirit of hope

that knows 

they have people who love and

care about them

and will always be there

for strength and inspiration

It's a soul 

who knows

that true happiness

is not a feeling

but

a way of life

It is a heart 

who will never lose

grip on a dream

and 

will

pursue its greatest pathways

never regarding

challenges

True Success

is knowing

that God created a beautiful person

in you

and 

there is a strong yearning

to 

discover that person

and

bless other hearts

throughout 

the Adventure!

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God bless you all!

The Power Of Words

     They seem so small and simple.  Yet, they can be the most complicated and harmful things in life.  What am I talking about?  The answer is words.

     Think about how you feel when someone says something hurtful to you.  It could be a non-caring stranger who doesn't really care about the effect.  It can also be a family member or friend who may say it unaware or even aware of its effects.

     So, there are two questions to ask yourself.  First, what happens when you experience a hurtful interchange of words?  The answer can be expressed in one word...you.

     Someone once told me...'don't ever let someone elses words hurt you.  pray for them.'  Pray for them?  That can be a hard thing to do.  But, the Lord can prepare you with an armor of strength each day and allow you to even be a blessing to your enemies.

     It makes you a stronger person by not giving in to someone elses weaknesses and bullying.  Second, what can you do with your words to make the world a better place?

     The answer to this is simple.  Be sure to use words like an instrument of hope and inspiration that will bless others.  Think about other peoples feelings before you open your mouth.

     Remember, God wants us to be a light in a dark world.  Let's help other sources to shine brighter too.

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God bless you!

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A Friendship Prayer

Lord:

Let me be a light whose brilliance never dies

A beautiful star of hope and happiness

that shines perfectly in someone's journey's sky

and inspires them to always do their best.

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Let me be a foundation so tough and strong

A great source of promise that is always there

to stand on and depend on a journey's long

and show each searching heart kindness and great care.

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Let me be exactly what a friend should be

and take it all a step more with your heart's grace

Showing love and faithfulness abundantly

and giving from my heart with a true embrace.

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For a true friend gives of who they are to bless

and help other lives to be better each day

By helping them and caring with happiness

I have a heart for others, show me the way.

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God bless you all!

A Lighthouse Of Peace

     Have you ever seen baby ducks following their Mama?  It is one of the most adorable sights to behold.  They are all in formation, faithfully following her.  These tiny little bundles of sweetness know that everything will be fine because she will care for them.  They are at peace.

     Have you had days when you were searching for peace?  You longed for even just one moment of tranquility that you could call your own?  It is so easy to feel that way in today's society.

     Perhaps you feel quite overwhelmed by stress and burdens that you don't know what to do.  Maybe those around you don't always treat you the best.  There might be times where you feel like you're out in the cold, and broken down.

     But, there is a light of hope just over the horizon.  A beautiful lighthouse is becoming more brilliant and it tries to shine upon the pathways of your journey.  You have a perfect source to find the awesome peace that you long for..the Lord.

     Call upon his name and give all of the burdens to him.  Pray for him to let the peace of his presence flow into you.  It is the most wonderful feeling in the world.  He will guide you and bring you the tranquility you will need.

     So, come with innocence like a baby duck.  Walk after the footsteps of your Heavenly Father.  Keep a smile on your face.  You never have to be concerned.  Your in the greatest care.  He will take you under his wing.

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God bless you all!

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