Thanksgiving, Singing and Talking of God's Good Deeds

SCRIPTURES OF THE DAY

1 Chronicles 16: 8 & 9

8 Give thanks unto the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people.

9 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works.

It is not difficult to say thank you and to show appreciation to someone for the wonderful things that they do but sometimes we get caught up with the cares of our lives that we forget. We also forget at times to give God the glory and thanksgiving that He so duly deserve. Today, let's be found giving God thanks. Let's call upon His name. What a privilege and honor to be allowed to call on a Holy God. He takes time to listen and acknowledge each time we call on Him.

The last part of verse 8 just simply tells us to testify! Tell people about the things that God has done and is doing in your life. 

Sing. Sing a song to God today. Sing a published song or one that you make up and tell God how much He means to you. 

Be found talking today of God's wonderful works. If you purpose to do this you will not be found talking negative. 

If we follow the instructions of these two verses we will have a very pleasant and happy day.

Trusting God when I'm Afraid

SCRIPTURES OF THE DAY

Psalm 56:3 & 4

3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.

4 In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.

As Christians, I know we quote the scripture that says God has not given us the spirit of fear. I agree. This is a true statement. However there are times in life where we are fearful. Situations, circumstances, a sickness or even life itself can sometimes send a little fear in our hearts. Although we sometimes become afraid of these things we don't ever want to settle in the fear and develop a spirit of fear. Our scripture today says that when we find ourselves afraid we should trust in God. When we trust someone we can't at the same time fear that person. So, when we release the fear of the situation to God and trust Him then we release ourselves from being afraid. 

Once we release and trust God then we can praise Him. We can praise Him for His Word. It is in His Word that we can find answers to every situation. Notice again that we go right back to putting our trust in God in verse 4. It is vitally important to combat fear to trust in God. We can't fear what other people can or will do to us. God is greater than any person. Remember the scripture that encourages us concerning how all things will work together for us when we meet the criteria.(loving God and being called according to His purpose) We should also be aware of putting trust in our own flesh. Our trust and confidence should be put in God Almighty! 

Don't entertain fear. Trust God instead and watch how our Heavenly Father take control of the situation. 

I Speak Blessings Upon You

SCRIPTURE PASSAGE OF THE DAY

Numbers 6:22 - 26

22 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying,

²³ Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them,

²⁴ The Lord bless thee, and keep thee:

²⁵ The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:

²⁶ The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

In our passage this morning God spoke to Moses and told him to speak to Aaron and his sons. Moses was instructed to speak blessings upon the children of Israel. So, today I take this opportunity to speak blessings unto you. 

I speak blessings to come to you today!

I speak that God will keep your mind as well as keeping you from all hurt and harm.

I speak that God will make His face to shine upon you today! You are the apple of God's eye.

I speak grace to overshadow you today! God's grace is sufficient and it will carry you through!

I speak God's countenance be lifted upon you!

I speak peace to you! Peace that surpasses all understanding.

Beloved this is my declaration upon you today. Go in peace and enjoy the blessings of the Lord.

The Great Sacrifice

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY

John 15:13

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. 

I continue in the spirit of Memorial Day. This scripture is talking about the love that Jesus showed when He laid down His life for us.If you allow me I will use this same scripture in reference to our fallen soldiers.  I think about the many many men and women who has paid the ultimate sacrifice-giving their life for us. My heart is full and grateful that I can enjoy the freedoms that their sacrifice has afforded me.

Please indulge me in giving them and their families honor for one more day. My friends let's not forget about the sacrifice and the many men and women who are still serving us and our great country. Don't forget to pray for them and their loved ones daily. Our country also needs our prayers. God gave us instructions to pray for those who are in authority that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life. Are we obeying the instructions? If not, repent and start today.  

May I take a moment to thank my own husband and son who has served and do serve now in the great uniform. 

Men and Women in the Armed Forces and family members, We thank you and appreciate you

Fallen Soldiers and family members- Thank you and we honor you.

Always Remember

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY

Nehemiah 13:14

Remember me, O my God, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds that I have done for the house of my God, and for the offices thereof.

Eulogy for a Veteran

By Unknown Author

Do not stand at my grave and weep.

I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the mornings hush,

I am the swift uplifting rush

of quiet birds in circled flight,

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,

I am not there, I did not die.

Let's remember our fallen soldiers. They have paid the highest price for our comfort and freedom. Keep their families in prayer and never forget what they have done. 

To every soldier past and present, I extend a heartfelt thank you for your service and for your sacrifice!

To every family of those soldiers, I thank you for you are the backbone of these wonderful men and women. You often get overlooked but you continue to stand strong. Thank you.

Lastly, I pray for all the men and women of uniform and for their families. 

Dare to Dream

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY

Daniel  7:1

In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon Daniel had a dream and visions of his head upon his bed: then he wrote the dream, and told the sum of the matters.

At the beginning of the year we talked about dreams and visions. We wrote down some goals and steps to accomplish to help us reach our goals. Well, today I ask you what has happened to your dream? Have you lost focus? Has your dream fizzled out in the midst of the cares of this world? 

I challenge you to go back and dare to dream. It is a good thing to dream. Dreams give us hope. Write down your dream and allow yourself to visualize yourself reaching your dream. Come on, What do you have to lose? Answer the challenge, Dare to dream.

A New Day and I'm Glad About It

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY

Psalm 118:24

This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

Praise the name of the Lord Jesus Christ! He has given us another day. What are we going to do within this day that God has given? Will we be depressed? Will we allow our situations to dictate our feelings and actions? My friends, let's rejoice and be glad. Let's start today with a glad heart. Count our blessings and realize that we are blessed people and our blessings outweigh the negative in our lives. Everything may not be what you want it to be but can I remind you that it could be worse. So, give God praise. He is keeping you and continues to bless you. Start this new day with a heart and mind set on being happy, glad and joyful.