We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.
God never said once you come to Him life would be easy. It's going to get tough sometimes and you will go through your share of trials and tribulations. But with God, you will get through them all. We have all the power through Jesus Christ and can withstand all the enemy throws our way. We are victorious in Christ Jesus! Don't you forget it! 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.
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"For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God." 2 Corinthians 1:20 This scripture really spoke to me! Whatever God promised, it will come to pass. He does not make promises and take them back. His promises are always Yes and we have to remember the important part, that it is IN CHRIST. Christ is key! Everything we do and say has to be for Christ and with the mindset of Christ. It is encouraging to know that God never makes too many promises, and that although He has made so many promises (since the beginning of time), they are all yes in Christ. And when we believe in Him and his Son, we are able to say "amen" in agreement to those promises, actively saying we know that God can and He will!
Hashtag this. Hashtag that. Social media is taking over the world almost. But this concept of a #hashtag brought some nice thoughts to my mind. People hashtag things that are trending, things they want to remember, and that they want others to remember. When people think of you, what would they hashtag? If you were trending, what would your hashtags say? If you were no longer here, what would people hashtag about you? These are questions we should ask ourselves as we live our lives. If we are living our lives pleasing to God, we wouldn't have to worry about how we are trending. - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 The big thing we should be concerned about is what God would hashtag about us. If God isn't pleased, then we need to change something. Live your life with the intention of making God trend. Let's strive to make God famous, not ourselves. Romans 12:1 says, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God--this is your true and proper worship." Worship God with your life. Worship Him with how you trend and how even you, hashtag.
#HolyLife #LivingRight #MakingGodFamous #SavedLiving #ChristianLifestyle #ChristLike 1 Timothy 4:12 "Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity." No matter your age, you can make a difference in this world and in the lives of the people around you. There's no "you're too young" or "you're too old" with God. You can live a life of purity and holiness at whatever age you are now. When you give your life to Christ, the Holy Spirit lives within you and helps you to live your life setting an example in speech, life, love, faith and in purity. You can do it! Keep God first and strive to live like Him daily. Let the little, courageous boy in the picture be your motivation. ;)
It's important to be steadfast in the Word and in prayer, and to stay on the path of righteousness. You never know when God will send an assignment to you or a person that is in need of YOUR help. God will put people in your path for a reason and we need to be ready in all seasons, to help them along and do what God is calling us to do. You need to be ready, willing and able.
It's also important to know what the scriptures say about helping others. We are to be willing to help other people, whether it's in a time of need and they ask you, or if it's just a time where generosity takes over. Always be looking for ways to help others. Something to think about when helping others, is advice. What kind of advice are you giving? Good advice or godly advice? Strive to grow closer to God and stay in your Word, because when someone asks for help or advice, we need God to speak through us. We should want God to speak up and speak out, not our flesh. We can only achieve this if we have been in His presence. Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. We are called to help everyone, whether they are saved or not. Many times, it is those that are unsaved who need the help the most. They definitely need spiritual help, and it's our job as believers to point them to Christ. Galatians 6:2 Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. This is telling us to not shun or condemn others, but to be there for them and help them along in their journey. We are to do as Christ tells us to. Go through the situation with a brother or sister in Christ. Our family in Christ is to pray with us and for us about any situation we need help in. Do your part in the body of Christ. Romans 12:13 Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. Once again, our help is necessary for the body of Christ. Be nice and kind. This allows us to seem approachable so others feel safe and can come to us in confidence. They can trust that the God in us will help them through their storm in life. The saints need to learn how to come together and love each other as we're told. Be hospitable. Be available. Be ready to help. |
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