~ The Living God ~

The Bible uses human illustrations to explain divine attributes. God is spirit and does not have a body, but He can see you, hear you, and walk with you. After all, we can do those things, and we are made in the image of God. If we fail to trust the Lord and worship Him, we might just as well worship a dead idol ! Do you have living faith in the living God ?

Warren Wiersbe

~ Patience ~

It may take only a year for a construction crew to put up a tall building, but God takes a century to grow a sturdy oak. So too, the Lord may seem to be working slowly to accomplish His purposes in our lives, but His grand designs take time.

The great New England preacher Phillips Brooks was noted for his poise and quiet manner. At times, however, even he suffered moments of frustration and irritability. One day a friend saw him pacing the floor like a caged lion, "What's the trouble, Dr. Brooks?" asked the friend. "The trouble is that I am in a hurry," said Brooks, "but God isn't." Haven't we often felt the same?

Jonathan Goforth (1859-1936), a missionary to China, was convinced that the city of Changte should be his field of spiritual labor. But his faith was severely tested as he was mobbed and threatened when visiting the city. Finally, after 6 frustrating years, permission to begin his work was granted. Within 3 days of reaching Changte he had received no less than 35 offers of land, among them the very site he had chosen earlier as the most ideal spot for the mission.

Wait patiently for the Lord (Ps. 37:7). If you do, you'll find that He will give you what's best - in His time ! - HGB

Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him. - Psalm 37:7

Wait, and in waiting, listen for God's leading,
Be strong, the strength for every day is stored;
Go forth in faith, and let your heart take courage,
There is no disappointment with the Lord. - Anon.

GOD IS NEVER IN A HURRY, BUT HE IS always ON TIME !

~ STRENGTHENING faith ~ ..

Hi Dear Diary,

Saw the following printed prayer today:

STRENGTHEN my faith, Lord, by helping me to realize that faith isn't about "not knowing"; it's about "knowing you in faith". YOU are the answer to every question and the solution to every problem. I will trust in You. In Jesus Name. Amen. - 365 EVERYDAY PRAYERS.

True.k.

~ * "FLOWERS, Birds And Me" ! ! * ~

"I walked life's path with worry,
Disturbed and quite unblest,
Until I trusted Jesus;
Now faith has given rest." - B.

"THEREFORE I say to you, do not worry about your life (Luke 12:22)." * READ Luke 12: 22 -34.

*If Jesus Is Concerned About Birds And Flowers, He Certainly Cares About you and me !

~ Contentment ! ~

* "Godliness with contentment is great gain.
For we brought nothing into this world,
and it is certain we can carry nothing out."
- 1 Timothy 6:6-7

* You promise that all bad things come to an end!
Until then, Father, give me contentment with the
blessings I have and faith in tomorrow.
In Jesus name. Amen.

* I know You want the best for me, Lord, and You
will provide it. My job is to live my life in a
way that glorifies You. That is a blessing because You
have given me application to good purpose.
I choose to be content. In Jesus name. Amen.

* "Having food and raiment (clothing) let us be therewith content." - 1 Timothy 6:8

*** ~ Coming Year ~ ***

Let us keep the spirit of Christmas alive throughout the coming year. Applause.k.

*** DON'T Forget Me, LORD ?? !!! ***

DO you ever wonder if the Lord has forgotten you? Does it seem as if He's not paying as much attention to you as He once did? IF so, remember that appearances can be deceiving. Regardless of how it looks right now, the Lord is not far from you. He may be giving you an opportunity to trust Him and wait for His help rather than rely on your own resources.

We are all familiar with a similar kind of testing in everyday life! What parent has not told his child to stay in a certain place until he returns? And what parent is not distressed if that same child is unwilling to wait but quickly runs off on his own?

David, the author of Psalm 13, reflected the thoughts of a child of God who certainly must have pleased the heavenly Father. He was being put to the test. He knew the experience of feeling that he had been abandoned by the Lord. Yet he remained convinced that his only real hope was in God, and that He would reward his faith.

Are you being tested right now? Does God seem far away? It's your opportunity to learn what David learned - that the Lord never leaves you. * He sustains all who put their trust in Him. - Mart De Haan

I'll walk this day in faith, dear Lord,
No foe, no storm I'll fear;
But trusting in Your precious Word,
I'm safe, for You are near. - Anon.

How long, O LORD?
Will You forget me
forever? - Psalm 13:1.

* READ Psalm 13.

* Trusting God's faithfulness dispels our fearfulness!

** THE Home...SOCIETY ! **

O blest that house where faith you find
And all within have set their mind
To trust their God and serve Him still
And do each day His holy will! - Anon.

THE HOME IS THE BUILDING BLOCK OF SOCIETY

* Rainbow BRIDGE !! *

Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, who sees the true colours is one that believes. (kw.)