Proclamations

     Okay, so we all have a similar type of ritual this time of year.  Christmas has passed.  Yet, the beauty of the season resonates with us all year.  We start making plans to take down all of the breathtaking decor that went up probably as early as Thanksgiving.

  We then think about another new year that is soon to come.  Many of us begin making resolutions.  These are pledges that are made every year - and usually they are quite similar for everyone.

  The most famous of these is to lose weight.  Yet, instead of losing weight, we most likely gain several pounds.  Perhaps, what we should do is forget about resolutions.

  Instead, let's concentrate on a new concept.  This concept is proclamations.  What are these you might ask?  Well, it is a plan of action and purpose, all grounded in a relationship with the Lord.

  This is the most important gift in life is it not?  If we don't have a relationship with the Lord, where would we be?  We would be without hope and purpose.  

  So, our first step is to ground our proclamation decree with a stronger bond with our Heavenly Father.  It is our desire to expand our connection with His love and grace.  After that, then we seek His purpose.

  We pledge ourselves to Him and proclaim how we can grow and develop under the guidance of His great power.  This can include weight loss.  However, it would be guided by His hand.

  Now, just think how more successful you will be when you have this plan!

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God bless you all!  

Heart Thoughts

     Okay, so here is a question to think about.  If someone gives you a special gift, what do you normally do?  Well, considering this time of year, which has become plagued by materialism, most people look at it, then return it.

     But, what if it has a value that can never be met.  What if it has intricate importance that can never be fully experienced.  Think about the priceless gift that God gave us in the birth of his Son.  

    Salvation and saving grace are gifts that none of us deserve, yet, we all desperately need.  We are all imperfect sinners.  Yet, because of this awesome gift, we have hope, forgiveness, and new promise.

   So, maybe we should take special notice and appreciation of the gifts that we are given, salvation, and the many blessings that enrich our lives.

  This Christmas, when you are struggling with your holiday plans, remember that.  Instead of buying expensive presents, why not give the good news of the Lord's love?  

   Give the gift that will continue to bless others forever.

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God bless you all!

     

The Most Precious And

Priceless Gift

The most precious and priceless gift

was given

many years ago

It was presented so humbly

and simply

YET

It was the best gift ever given

It was priceless

It was fragile

It accomplished so much

This gift 

was the gift of Salvation

presented

through

a precious little baby being born

God's beloved Son

It was the gift of pure perfect love

from God's heart

So 

this Christmas

let us remember that gift

and ponder 

 how blessed we are to receive it

with a humbled heart

When we look for the perfect gift

let us be a light 

that reflects that breathtaking love

this is a precious gift 

given back to God

and 

give that beautiful light to others

through

various ways

so that they may be blessed

and

more lights

will shine brightly

in

 God's mighty Kingdom

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God bless you all.

Thoughts To Ponder

The greatest gift that you

can give someone

is

the gift of HOPE

an encouraging word

a bright smile

a helpful act of love

 a prayer

Be a beautiful extension

of 

the Lord's precious love

let His light

radiate through your life

Whatever they may need

try to be there

to be an uplifting

source of promise

and

make

someone else's world

illuminate

with

a new breathe

and a new direction

Be

God's instrument of HOPE

TODAY!

Something From The Heart

     We have officially started one of the most beautiful seasons of the year..Christmas.  Now, the shopping madness begins.  People go in search for the ideal present for everyone on their holiday list.  Remember, it has to be something awesome for a great price.  So, what do you look for?

  As a society, we forego the precious gift of spending quality time with family on Thanksgiving and the day after.  Instead, we make unnecessary trips to endless amounts of stores just so we can get a bargain.  Unfortunately, the person will most likely return it after the holidays any way.

  So, when are we going to stop, take a breathe and remember the true meaning of this season?  Think about the precious gift that God gave to us.  He gave us the beautiful gift of salvation through his Son, Jesus.  We need to make the Lord the center of our celebration.

  We need to realize all of the many gifts and blessings that he has given and continues to give to us.  Let us rejoice and praise him.  But, consider this, too.  If you want to find the perfect gift for someone, look inside of your heart.

  There are endless possibilities of personal gifts that you can give that mean more than you can imagine.  Take the time before you consider rushing out to the stores and making retailers richer.

  Let's put the Christ back in Christmas and the human spirit back in gift giving.

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God bless you all.

Thoughts To Ponder

A Smile.....

is a beautiful key

It unlocks the door to the soul...

It fulfills the energy of the spirit...

but..

most of all

it provides a clear light

into

the window of the heart and mind

allowing happiness and joy

that can only come from the Lord

to 

change and renew

restore

and reflect

upon 

the very best

the very brightest

and

the most breathtaking

beauty

so pure and precious 

that can only come

from 

God above.

Thoughts From The Heart Strings

The greatest pain that 

anyone can ever feel

is

the pain of

not knowing the peace and joy

of the Lord.

When a heart is without 

that breathtaking feeling

it is like

walking out into a snowstorm

with no shoes

You allow the stresses

and burdens of an unsaved world

to alter the greatest part of who you can be.

But,

when you have that peace and joy

that comes from the Lord's heart 

NOTHING CAN EVER 

ALTER YOU IN ANY WAY

YOU ARE GOD'S BEAUTIFUL CHILD

AND HE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU

SO

IF YOU WANT THAT PERFECT PEACE AND JOY

SIMPLY RECITE THIS PRAYER:

MERCIFUL FATHER:

I YEARN TO DRAW NEARER TO YOUR PRESENCE.  MY HEART IS YOURS.  MY LIFE IS YOUR CLAY UPON WHICH TO MOLD YOUR MASTERPIECE.  PLEASE GIVE ME YOUR WONDERFUL PEACE AND JOY.  GUIDE ME WITH YOUR LOVE FOREVER.  AMEN.

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GOD BLESS YOU ALL