Showing posts with label Gems. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gems. Show all posts
Monday, February 24, 2014
"On a roll" !
I am currently relaxing ("hurrah") while typing this blog and am forwarding a vignette of "gems" (depending on what you appreciate/personally like). THEY are interesting. ** AS you may have noticed ... "I'm on a roll". HAVE a good Day! Cheers.k.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
~ CHRISTMAS Gems ! ~
"SOMEONE once said to me, "You should not have a Christmas tree in your home, for it does not honor Jesus Christ." I began to think about why we did (and still do) have a beautifully decorated and lighted tree in our home and why it was so much a part of our holiday celebration.
The treetop star reminds me of the star that guided the wisemen to Jesus (Matthew 2:2), and of Jesus Christ Himself who is the "bright and Morning Star" (Revelation 22:16). Thank you, Lord, for the Star!
The lights tell me that Jesus Christ is the "true light" (John 1:9), who came into the world to shine in our hearts to "give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God" (2 Corinthians 4:6). Thank you, Lord, for the Light of the world who lives in my heart!
The different ornaments remind me of the ornaments with which Jesus Christ desires me, His child, to be adorned - a meek and quiet spirit (1 Peter 3:4); good works that glorify my Heavenly Father (Matthew 5:16); love, joy, peace, patience and gentleness (Galatians 5:22-23). The ornaments are prettiest when they reflect the lights that shine on them. So, too, only as I live my Christian life controlled by the Holy Spirit who lives within me, can I reflect Jesus Christ to those with whom I come in contact.
As we decorate our tree this year, I will again be reminded of the faithfulness of the star who lives within my heart, and no matter what the situation or circumstance in which I find myself, His promise in Second Corinthians 12:9 is forever true: "My grace is sufficient for you."
YVONNE DAVEY
* See associated post dated 27/11/2010 - Eternity.
The treetop star reminds me of the star that guided the wisemen to Jesus (Matthew 2:2), and of Jesus Christ Himself who is the "bright and Morning Star" (Revelation 22:16). Thank you, Lord, for the Star!
The lights tell me that Jesus Christ is the "true light" (John 1:9), who came into the world to shine in our hearts to "give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God" (2 Corinthians 4:6). Thank you, Lord, for the Light of the world who lives in my heart!
The different ornaments remind me of the ornaments with which Jesus Christ desires me, His child, to be adorned - a meek and quiet spirit (1 Peter 3:4); good works that glorify my Heavenly Father (Matthew 5:16); love, joy, peace, patience and gentleness (Galatians 5:22-23). The ornaments are prettiest when they reflect the lights that shine on them. So, too, only as I live my Christian life controlled by the Holy Spirit who lives within me, can I reflect Jesus Christ to those with whom I come in contact.
As we decorate our tree this year, I will again be reminded of the faithfulness of the star who lives within my heart, and no matter what the situation or circumstance in which I find myself, His promise in Second Corinthians 12:9 is forever true: "My grace is sufficient for you."
YVONNE DAVEY
* See associated post dated 27/11/2010 - Eternity.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
DIG DEEPER
"Then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding" (PROVERBS 2:5-6).
"ALL that Scripture has to say about God's commandments, truth and statutes stresses the importance of using His Word as a guideline for living. It emphasizes how vital it is for each of us to search for truths that directly benefit us in our daily needs.
MUCH of our "spiritual food" is prepared by others through television, radio and books - a veritable banquet from which to choose. It is good to get others' ideas on a situation, but how refreshing it is to let the Lord speak to us and to reveal our need as He sees it. LET us be challenged to dig out for ourselves the special truths God has for us.
WHAT then is the formula for understanding "the fear of the Lord"? How can we be of more use to Him in our everyday contacts with people?
PROVERBS 2:1-5 contains several verbs which present the outline for understanding "the fear of the Lord." THEY are the fundamental elements of Christianity, the basic requirements for living the Christian life.
1. ACCEPT my words - read and study.
2. STORE up my commands - memorize.
3. TURN your ear - meditate and pray.
4. APPLY your heart - apply truths to your life.
5. CRY aloud for understanding - have a desire to know more of Him.
LET us follow our Lord more closely by "digging deeper" and discovering what He wants us to learn each day!" BARBARA A. BARKER
"ALL that Scripture has to say about God's commandments, truth and statutes stresses the importance of using His Word as a guideline for living. It emphasizes how vital it is for each of us to search for truths that directly benefit us in our daily needs.
MUCH of our "spiritual food" is prepared by others through television, radio and books - a veritable banquet from which to choose. It is good to get others' ideas on a situation, but how refreshing it is to let the Lord speak to us and to reveal our need as He sees it. LET us be challenged to dig out for ourselves the special truths God has for us.
WHAT then is the formula for understanding "the fear of the Lord"? How can we be of more use to Him in our everyday contacts with people?
PROVERBS 2:1-5 contains several verbs which present the outline for understanding "the fear of the Lord." THEY are the fundamental elements of Christianity, the basic requirements for living the Christian life.
1. ACCEPT my words - read and study.
2. STORE up my commands - memorize.
3. TURN your ear - meditate and pray.
4. APPLY your heart - apply truths to your life.
5. CRY aloud for understanding - have a desire to know more of Him.
LET us follow our Lord more closely by "digging deeper" and discovering what He wants us to learn each day!" BARBARA A. BARKER
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