Hard Tests
2tim;4
6 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.
What a testimony! I pray for this kind of testimony for myself.
2 Corinthians 11:22-33
22 Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? So am I. 23 Are they ministers of Christ?—I speak as a fool—I am more: in labors more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more frequently, in deaths often. 24 From the Jews five times I received forty stripes minus one. 25 Three times I was beaten with rods; once I was stoned; three times I was shipwrecked; a night and a day I have been in the deep; 26 in journeys often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils of my own countrymen, in perils of the Gentiles, in perils in the city, in perils in the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false brethren; 27 in weariness and toil, in sleeplessness often, in hunger and thirst, in fasting often, in cold and nakedness— 28 besides the other things, what comes upon me daily: my deep concern for all the churches. 29 Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is made to stumble, and I do not burn with indignation?
30 If I must boast, I will boast in the things which concern my infirmity. 31 The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is blessed forever, knows that I am not lying. 32 In Damascus the governor, under Aretas the king, was guarding the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desiring to arrest me; 33 but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and escaped from his hands.
There are very few people who are called to the suffering that the Apostle Paul was. God never asks more of us than we can handle with His help.
Sometimes when we face tough times we think that we are the only one who has ever had to go through anything that hard; the devil will try to tell you that no one ever has gone through anything like it, but that’s another one of his lies.
1 Peter 5:9
Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.
1 Peter 5:8-10 (in Context) 1 Peter 5 (Whole Chapter)
He promised this; (1Cor10:13) 13 No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.
When you are facing tests don’t make the mistake of withdrawing and turning away from the word, the word is where you will find comfort in time of need. The promises we have for these times are the very thing that will help us overcome.
Other members of the body (church) will help you in times of trials, so stay close to the body, don’t pull yourself away when you really need them most. People who you know to be word people are the ones we need during these times, someone who will remind you of what the word says
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Circumstances can't stop the blessing
Your circumstances can’t stop the blessing
Gal3:29; “if ye be Christ’s then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”
What a word this is!! Have you ever read the promises that God made to Abraham?
Gal.3:25 ‘And in your seed all the families of the earth shall be blessed.’
If you will read all the 3rd chapter of Galations you will see that the seed that God talks about is Jesus Christ. We inherit the blessings of Abraham, through accepting Christ.
Gen 26:1-5,12, the scripture tells us that there was a severe famine in the land and Isaac (son of Abraham) was trying to decide what to do, when God spoke to him and told him to stay right where he was and He would be blessed. The scripture tells us that Isaac stayed right where the famine was.
In verse 12, it tells us that he sowed seed that year, (during the famine) and reaped a hundred fold harvest. That’s what I call being blessed by God!
In Genesis 41, we read about Joseph;
Joseph had been lied on and thrown into prison, in the dungeon, it looked like there was no hope.
But God was at work in Joseph’s life. The word tells us that the King had a dream and no one could interpret it, then one of his servants remembered Joseph in prison and how he could interpret dreams, so he told the King and in verses 14, 15, tells us the King sent for Joseph. And, in verses 39, 40, the king made Joseph ruler of all Egypt, no one was higher but the king himself. [All this in one day!]
What a change, and this all happened because he was an offspring of Abraham!
Well, so are we! Let’s start believing God for blessings; not just financial, (that comes with the blessings) but with our kids and their kids. When we follow the Lord the best we know how, the blessing will follow us and overtake us,
Deuteronomy 28:2
And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, because you obey the voice of the LORD your God:
………Read Genesis 12:1-3, some of the blessings God promised Abram (Abraham)
I want to share something with you that happened this morning;
I was sharing the things I have written here with Rhonda and she turned toward me and told me that the other day, the place where she works was discussing the financial state of the company here in Crossville, and they could not figure out why their finances were better this year than they had previously been in other years, when other businesses were floundering!!
We just looked at each other, we both know that she prays for the company to prosper. And besides that,"She works there!"
Gal3:29; “if ye be Christ’s then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”
What a word this is!! Have you ever read the promises that God made to Abraham?
Gal.3:25 ‘And in your seed all the families of the earth shall be blessed.’
If you will read all the 3rd chapter of Galations you will see that the seed that God talks about is Jesus Christ. We inherit the blessings of Abraham, through accepting Christ.
Gen 26:1-5,12, the scripture tells us that there was a severe famine in the land and Isaac (son of Abraham) was trying to decide what to do, when God spoke to him and told him to stay right where he was and He would be blessed. The scripture tells us that Isaac stayed right where the famine was.
In verse 12, it tells us that he sowed seed that year, (during the famine) and reaped a hundred fold harvest. That’s what I call being blessed by God!
In Genesis 41, we read about Joseph;
Joseph had been lied on and thrown into prison, in the dungeon, it looked like there was no hope.
But God was at work in Joseph’s life. The word tells us that the King had a dream and no one could interpret it, then one of his servants remembered Joseph in prison and how he could interpret dreams, so he told the King and in verses 14, 15, tells us the King sent for Joseph. And, in verses 39, 40, the king made Joseph ruler of all Egypt, no one was higher but the king himself. [All this in one day!]
What a change, and this all happened because he was an offspring of Abraham!
Well, so are we! Let’s start believing God for blessings; not just financial, (that comes with the blessings) but with our kids and their kids. When we follow the Lord the best we know how, the blessing will follow us and overtake us,
Deuteronomy 28:2
And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, because you obey the voice of the LORD your God:
………Read Genesis 12:1-3, some of the blessings God promised Abram (Abraham)
I want to share something with you that happened this morning;
I was sharing the things I have written here with Rhonda and she turned toward me and told me that the other day, the place where she works was discussing the financial state of the company here in Crossville, and they could not figure out why their finances were better this year than they had previously been in other years, when other businesses were floundering!!
We just looked at each other, we both know that she prays for the company to prosper. And besides that,"She works there!"
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Sisters {we need them}
I imagine just about everyone has seen or read this as it was passed in emails; however it is something I believe that is worth saving and reading over as time goes by.
Thanks for being my "sister."
A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day, drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother. As
they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of
adulthood, the mother clinked the ice cubes in her glass thoughtfully and turned a clear, sober glance
upon her daughter.
'Don't forget your Sisters,' she advised, swirling the tea leaves to the bottom of her glass. 'They'll
be more important as you get older. No matter how much you love your husband, no matter how much you
love the children you may have, you are still going to need Sisters. Remember to go places with them now and then; do things with them.'
'Remember that 'Sisters' means ALL the women... your girlfriends, your daughters, and all your other
women relatives too. 'You'll need other women. Women always do.'
What a funny piece of advice!' the young woman thought. Haven't I just gotten married?
Haven't I just joined the couple-world? I'm now a married woman, for goodness sake! A grownup! Surely
my husband and the family we may start will be all I need to make my life worthwhile!'
But she listened to her Mother. She kept contact with her Sisters and made more women friends each
year. As the years tumbled by, one after another, she gradually came to understand that her Mom really
knew what she was talking about. As time and nature work their changes and their mysteries upon a woman,
Sisters are the mainstays of her life. After more than 50 years of living in this world,
here is what I've learned:
THIS SAYS IT ALL:
Time passes.
Life happens.
Distance separates.
Children grow up.
Jobs come and go.
Love waxes and wanes.
Men don't do what they're supposed to do.
Hearts break.
Parents die.
Colleagues forget favors.
Careers end.
BUT.........
Sisters are there, no matter how much time and how many miles are
between you. A girl friend is never farther away than needing her can reach.
When you have to walk that lonesome valley and you have to walk it by yourself, the women in your life
will be on the valley's rim, cheering you on, praying for you, pulling for you, intervening on
your behalf, and waiting with open arms at the valley's end.
Sometimes, they will even break the rules and walk beside you...Or come in and carry you out.
Girlfriends, daughters, granddaughters, daughters-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, Mothers,
Grandmothers, aunties, nieces, cousins, and ex tended family, all bless our life!
The world wouldn't be the same without women, and neither would I. When we began this adventure called
womanhood, we had no idea of the incredible joys or sorrows that lay ahead. Nor did we know how much we would need each other.
Every day, we need each other still. Pass this on.
Thanks for being my "sister."
A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day, drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother. As
they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of
adulthood, the mother clinked the ice cubes in her glass thoughtfully and turned a clear, sober glance
upon her daughter.
'Don't forget your Sisters,' she advised, swirling the tea leaves to the bottom of her glass. 'They'll
be more important as you get older. No matter how much you love your husband, no matter how much you
love the children you may have, you are still going to need Sisters. Remember to go places with them now and then; do things with them.'
'Remember that 'Sisters' means ALL the women... your girlfriends, your daughters, and all your other
women relatives too. 'You'll need other women. Women always do.'
What a funny piece of advice!' the young woman thought. Haven't I just gotten married?
Haven't I just joined the couple-world? I'm now a married woman, for goodness sake! A grownup! Surely
my husband and the family we may start will be all I need to make my life worthwhile!'
But she listened to her Mother. She kept contact with her Sisters and made more women friends each
year. As the years tumbled by, one after another, she gradually came to understand that her Mom really
knew what she was talking about. As time and nature work their changes and their mysteries upon a woman,
Sisters are the mainstays of her life. After more than 50 years of living in this world,
here is what I've learned:
THIS SAYS IT ALL:
Time passes.
Life happens.
Distance separates.
Children grow up.
Jobs come and go.
Love waxes and wanes.
Men don't do what they're supposed to do.
Hearts break.
Parents die.
Colleagues forget favors.
Careers end.
BUT.........
Sisters are there, no matter how much time and how many miles are
between you. A girl friend is never farther away than needing her can reach.
When you have to walk that lonesome valley and you have to walk it by yourself, the women in your life
will be on the valley's rim, cheering you on, praying for you, pulling for you, intervening on
your behalf, and waiting with open arms at the valley's end.
Sometimes, they will even break the rules and walk beside you...Or come in and carry you out.
Girlfriends, daughters, granddaughters, daughters-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, Mothers,
Grandmothers, aunties, nieces, cousins, and ex tended family, all bless our life!
The world wouldn't be the same without women, and neither would I. When we began this adventure called
womanhood, we had no idea of the incredible joys or sorrows that lay ahead. Nor did we know how much we would need each other.
Every day, we need each other still. Pass this on.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Unconditional Love
Scripture: Matthew 22:39
”Love your neighbor as yourself” NLT
The story is told of a store owner who was tacking a sign above his door that read "Puppies for Sale." The signs have a way of attracting children. Soon a little boy appeared at the sign and asked, "How much are you gonna sell those puppies for?" The store owner replied, "Anywhere from $30-$50." The little boy reached into his pocket and pulled out some change. “I have $2.37, can I look at them?” The Store owner smiled and whistled. Out of the kennel came his dog named Lady, running down the aisle of his store followed by five little puppies. One puppy was lagging considerably behind.
Immediately the little boy singled out the lagging, limping puppy. He asked, "What's wrong with that little dog?" The man explained that when the puppy was born the vet said that this puppy had a bad hip socket and would limp for the rest of his life.
The little boy got really excited and said "That's the puppy I want to buy!" The man replied, "No, you don't want to buy that little dog. If you really want him, I'll give him to you." The little boy got upset and looked straight into the man's eyes and said, "I don't want you to give him to me. He is worth every bit as much as the other dogs and I'll pay the full price. In fact, I will give you $2.37 now and 50 cents every month until I have him paid for."
The man countered, "You really don't want to buy this puppy son. He is never gonna be able to run, jump and play like the other puppies." The little boy reached down and rolled up his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled left leg supported by a big metal brace. He looked up at the man and said, "Well, I don't run so well myself and the puppy will need someone who understands."
The man was now biting his bottom lip. Tears welled up in his eyes, he smiled and said, "Son, I hope and pray that each and every one of these puppies will have an owner such as you."
In life, it doesn't matter WHO you are, but whether someone appreciates
you for WHAT you are and accepts you and loves you unconditionally.
Prayer: Father help me to love others unconditionally as you love me. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen!
This story was in the devotional from Cyber Ministries, I thought it was so good I wanted to pass it on.
Have a blessed day and remember, Jesus loves us with an everlasting love, no strings attached.
God bless; sister Billie
”Love your neighbor as yourself” NLT
The story is told of a store owner who was tacking a sign above his door that read "Puppies for Sale." The signs have a way of attracting children. Soon a little boy appeared at the sign and asked, "How much are you gonna sell those puppies for?" The store owner replied, "Anywhere from $30-$50." The little boy reached into his pocket and pulled out some change. “I have $2.37, can I look at them?” The Store owner smiled and whistled. Out of the kennel came his dog named Lady, running down the aisle of his store followed by five little puppies. One puppy was lagging considerably behind.
Immediately the little boy singled out the lagging, limping puppy. He asked, "What's wrong with that little dog?" The man explained that when the puppy was born the vet said that this puppy had a bad hip socket and would limp for the rest of his life.
The little boy got really excited and said "That's the puppy I want to buy!" The man replied, "No, you don't want to buy that little dog. If you really want him, I'll give him to you." The little boy got upset and looked straight into the man's eyes and said, "I don't want you to give him to me. He is worth every bit as much as the other dogs and I'll pay the full price. In fact, I will give you $2.37 now and 50 cents every month until I have him paid for."
The man countered, "You really don't want to buy this puppy son. He is never gonna be able to run, jump and play like the other puppies." The little boy reached down and rolled up his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled left leg supported by a big metal brace. He looked up at the man and said, "Well, I don't run so well myself and the puppy will need someone who understands."
The man was now biting his bottom lip. Tears welled up in his eyes, he smiled and said, "Son, I hope and pray that each and every one of these puppies will have an owner such as you."
In life, it doesn't matter WHO you are, but whether someone appreciates
you for WHAT you are and accepts you and loves you unconditionally.
Prayer: Father help me to love others unconditionally as you love me. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen!
This story was in the devotional from Cyber Ministries, I thought it was so good I wanted to pass it on.
Have a blessed day and remember, Jesus loves us with an everlasting love, no strings attached.
God bless; sister Billie
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
The law of sowing and reaping
The law of sowing and reaping
Give and it shall be given unto you;
Our first item regarding giving should not be that we are being generous.
Tithes and alms are not generous gifts, they are returning to God what is due Him. As I was reading a devotion this morning that had nothing whatsoever to do with tithing and offering, my mind began to ask questions. The scripture that I read was about Job, “Job42:10” “The Lord restored Job’s losses when he prayed for his friends.”
10 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse,
That there may be food in My house,
And try Me now in this,”
Says the LORD of hosts,
“ If I will not open for you the windows of heaven
And pour out for you such blessing
The word promises “Blessings” when we are faithful in giving to the Lord.
I can remember very well when I paid tithes to “the church” I wasn’t faithful, I paid tithes when I had a surplus so I could pay without straining my budget. Then I learned what God said about tithing. [verse 10 above] I had to change my way of looking at tithing and giving; I began to praise God for the ability He had given me to earn so I could give; I began to rejoice when I gave, not to the church, but to God; that way I had a promise of being blessed. The church cannot promise you a return on your giving, but God can, and, does.
[1Cor9:11] 11 If we have sown spiritual things for you, is it a great thing if we reap your material things?
When God promised a return on your giving He didn’t say you would get back the same thing you gave; So, there are times when we don’t have money to give in offering as far as money, but you always have something you can give to bless someone. In the name of the Lord.
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men,
Colossians 3:22-24
Our attitude is the main thing;
God doesn’t promise to make you rich, but He does promise to supply “all” your needs according to “His” riches in glory. There is no shortage in God’s storehouse, and He loves to give. We have to get in the receiving position.
Develop an attitude of blessing God; when we obey Him this puts us in a favorable possition so God can bless us.
It is a Spiritual law, give, and it shall be given unto you. This applies to everything not just money.
God bless, Sister Billie
Give and it shall be given unto you;
Our first item regarding giving should not be that we are being generous.
Tithes and alms are not generous gifts, they are returning to God what is due Him. As I was reading a devotion this morning that had nothing whatsoever to do with tithing and offering, my mind began to ask questions. The scripture that I read was about Job, “Job42:10” “The Lord restored Job’s losses when he prayed for his friends.”
10 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse,
That there may be food in My house,
And try Me now in this,”
Says the LORD of hosts,
“ If I will not open for you the windows of heaven
And pour out for you such blessing
The word promises “Blessings” when we are faithful in giving to the Lord.
I can remember very well when I paid tithes to “the church” I wasn’t faithful, I paid tithes when I had a surplus so I could pay without straining my budget. Then I learned what God said about tithing. [verse 10 above] I had to change my way of looking at tithing and giving; I began to praise God for the ability He had given me to earn so I could give; I began to rejoice when I gave, not to the church, but to God; that way I had a promise of being blessed. The church cannot promise you a return on your giving, but God can, and, does.
[1Cor9:11] 11 If we have sown spiritual things for you, is it a great thing if we reap your material things?
When God promised a return on your giving He didn’t say you would get back the same thing you gave; So, there are times when we don’t have money to give in offering as far as money, but you always have something you can give to bless someone. In the name of the Lord.
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men,
Colossians 3:22-24
Our attitude is the main thing;
God doesn’t promise to make you rich, but He does promise to supply “all” your needs according to “His” riches in glory. There is no shortage in God’s storehouse, and He loves to give. We have to get in the receiving position.
Develop an attitude of blessing God; when we obey Him this puts us in a favorable possition so God can bless us.
It is a Spiritual law, give, and it shall be given unto you. This applies to everything not just money.
God bless, Sister Billie
Monday, November 9, 2009
God has a plan
Stick to the plan
Today God is saying to you, “Stick to the plan!” nothing takes God by surprise. He is a master planner. Joseph discovered that when your family turns against you, your friends let you down and you finish up in trouble, God still has a plan. Looking back Joseph could say, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good” (Gen.50: 20) When your situation seem too hard to handle and downright impossible to explain, remind yourself God said, “I know the plans I have for you.”
Some of us are not sure God has made up his mind about us, so we keep trying to earn His favor. Give it up! Receive the truth that God, for Christ’s sake has decided to bless you. And when God decides, temporary situations or actions of others don’t change His decision. There’s nothing the enemy devises against you that God hasn’t already made “a way of escape”. For Paul writes, :God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above what you are able; but will with the temptation make a way to escape, that you may be able to bear it. (1cor10:13) In times of testing you learn how faithful God is. He knows what you can handle. He will “make a way” so you can come through this season stronger, and ready for what is next. So, stick to the plan, it’s only a matter of time before God reveals the solution.
20 But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive (Gen 50:20)
When things are overwhelming you, remember that, God has a plan and, stick to it.(Jer. 29:11)
The lesson we learn from Joseph is one of the greatest ones we will ever learn!
Today God is saying to you, “Stick to the plan!” nothing takes God by surprise. He is a master planner. Joseph discovered that when your family turns against you, your friends let you down and you finish up in trouble, God still has a plan. Looking back Joseph could say, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good” (Gen.50: 20) When your situation seem too hard to handle and downright impossible to explain, remind yourself God said, “I know the plans I have for you.”
Some of us are not sure God has made up his mind about us, so we keep trying to earn His favor. Give it up! Receive the truth that God, for Christ’s sake has decided to bless you. And when God decides, temporary situations or actions of others don’t change His decision. There’s nothing the enemy devises against you that God hasn’t already made “a way of escape”. For Paul writes, :God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above what you are able; but will with the temptation make a way to escape, that you may be able to bear it. (1cor10:13) In times of testing you learn how faithful God is. He knows what you can handle. He will “make a way” so you can come through this season stronger, and ready for what is next. So, stick to the plan, it’s only a matter of time before God reveals the solution.
20 But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive (Gen 50:20)
When things are overwhelming you, remember that, God has a plan and, stick to it.(Jer. 29:11)
The lesson we learn from Joseph is one of the greatest ones we will ever learn!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Sanctuary of His presence
Sanctuary of His presence
Psalm 27
A Psalm of David.
4 One thing I have desired of the LORD,
That will I seek:
That I may dwell in the house of the LORD
All the days of my life,
To behold the beauty of the LORD,
And to inquire in His temple.
5 For in the time of trouble
He shall hide me in His pavilion;
In the secret place of His tabernacle
He shall hide me;
He shall set me high upon a rock.
What was David talking about when he said, “There’s just one thing I seek and that is to dwell in the house of the Lord?”
Surely he wasn’t talking about the temple or tabernacle (building)?; He couldn’t just go there and stay! He had responsibilities that took him far away from the actual building.
David knew Where to find God;
Acts 7:48“However, the Most High does not dwell in temples made with hands, as the prophet says
Psalm 91:9
Because you have made the LORD, who is my refuge, even the Most High, your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you. [read all of Ps. 91]
I am sure David was talking about the presence of the Lord, in the sanctuary of His presence.
God is just as near as your heart is. He chooses to dwell inside believers.
When David had a fear or need of any kind he always found a place and began to worship the Lord.
His hope and his trust were centered in the Lord.
No wonder God called him a man after God’s own heart. God knew David well because David spent time with Him. When things were going good he praised and worshipped God; and, when things were not going good he did the same thing! Wow, I want to be able to live like that.
Psalm 91:1 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
This is my desire, the secret place of the Most High; Safety in the storm not from the storm.
Psalm 27
A Psalm of David.
4 One thing I have desired of the LORD,
That will I seek:
That I may dwell in the house of the LORD
All the days of my life,
To behold the beauty of the LORD,
And to inquire in His temple.
5 For in the time of trouble
He shall hide me in His pavilion;
In the secret place of His tabernacle
He shall hide me;
He shall set me high upon a rock.
What was David talking about when he said, “There’s just one thing I seek and that is to dwell in the house of the Lord?”
Surely he wasn’t talking about the temple or tabernacle (building)?; He couldn’t just go there and stay! He had responsibilities that took him far away from the actual building.
David knew Where to find God;
Acts 7:48“However, the Most High does not dwell in temples made with hands, as the prophet says
Psalm 91:9
Because you have made the LORD, who is my refuge, even the Most High, your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you. [read all of Ps. 91]
I am sure David was talking about the presence of the Lord, in the sanctuary of His presence.
God is just as near as your heart is. He chooses to dwell inside believers.
When David had a fear or need of any kind he always found a place and began to worship the Lord.
His hope and his trust were centered in the Lord.
No wonder God called him a man after God’s own heart. God knew David well because David spent time with Him. When things were going good he praised and worshipped God; and, when things were not going good he did the same thing! Wow, I want to be able to live like that.
Psalm 91:1 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
This is my desire, the secret place of the Most High; Safety in the storm not from the storm.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Facing Temptation
Facing Temptation
Heb.4:15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin.
What does it mean when it says, “yet without sin?”
As I was reading this the thought came to me; when Jesus was tempted, how did He face that temptation? If it was “without sin” then I want to know how!
As I remembered what I knew about Jesus’ temptations I remembered the temptation on the mount that is recorded, (Mt.4:1-11)
Each time satan came at Him with a temptation, Jesus answered it with “ words” He didn’t start complaining because He was being tempted; He didn’t start speaking defeat either. He didn’t talk about how hard the temptation was and how weak He was.
No, He began telling that temptation what was written in the word! If that was good for Him then, it's good for us.
When a temptation, trial of affliction comes upon us we need to practice talking positive to it. Tell the temptation what the Word of God says about it and you.
2Tim.1:7, says God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound (sane,clear) mind.
Lk.10:19, Behold, I give you authority to trample on serpents and scorpions and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. Amen
Heb.4:15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin.
What does it mean when it says, “yet without sin?”
As I was reading this the thought came to me; when Jesus was tempted, how did He face that temptation? If it was “without sin” then I want to know how!
As I remembered what I knew about Jesus’ temptations I remembered the temptation on the mount that is recorded, (Mt.4:1-11)
Each time satan came at Him with a temptation, Jesus answered it with “ words” He didn’t start complaining because He was being tempted; He didn’t start speaking defeat either. He didn’t talk about how hard the temptation was and how weak He was.
No, He began telling that temptation what was written in the word! If that was good for Him then, it's good for us.
When a temptation, trial of affliction comes upon us we need to practice talking positive to it. Tell the temptation what the Word of God says about it and you.
2Tim.1:7, says God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound (sane,clear) mind.
Lk.10:19, Behold, I give you authority to trample on serpents and scorpions and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. Amen
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