What a concidence!
Finally today, i had time to open up my new Joel Osteen 2011 Calendar. Guess what! On the 1st January, It says, "Now all glory to God, who is able, through His mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to Him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen." Ephesians 3:20-21 (NLT)
It was exactly what i felt and it was the verus that I had in my mind on the 1st January!!!
So in-tuned! :)
Anyway, the rest of the message is: God knows how to multiply your influence, multiply your strength, multiply your talent, multiply your income. All you have to do is believe. If you will release your faith for a supernatural year- get up each day expecting God's far-and-beyond favor-then you will see God show up and do amazing things in your life.
From: Joel Osteen 2011 Calendar 1 January
Friday, December 31, 2010
Above All That We Ask or Think
He can do more than men ask for, as he did for Solomon:
God knows what we want before we ask, and he has made provisions for his people before they ask for them; some of which things we never could, and others we never should have asked for, if he had not provided them; and without the Spirit of God we know not what to ask for, nor how to ask aright; this affords great encouragement to go to God, and ask such things of him as we want, and he has provided; and who also can do more than we can think, imagine, or conceive in our minds.
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us. Ephesians 3:20
http://www.lifetv.org/Web_HTML/html/Commentary%20folder/Exceeding_Abundantly.htm
God knows what we want before we ask, and he has made provisions for his people before they ask for them; some of which things we never could, and others we never should have asked for, if he had not provided them; and without the Spirit of God we know not what to ask for, nor how to ask aright; this affords great encouragement to go to God, and ask such things of him as we want, and he has provided; and who also can do more than we can think, imagine, or conceive in our minds.
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us. Ephesians 3:20
http://www.lifetv.org/Web_HTML/html/Commentary%20folder/Exceeding_Abundantly.htm
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
The Year 2010
2010 is one of my Best Years.
18, 21, 30
I am sure these numbers mean something to you in your life. These are the years that people normally have a big celebration and hope that they have done something meaningful as they mark another stage in their life. And so when they look back, these special numbers mean 'something' to them.
I am very sure this year would always be important to me than many others. I am glad to have found a church that I have settled in. That was the goal for 2010, and it was accomplished in April. Much earlier than i expected. But nevertheless, I thank God for that. As I believed I will truly grow much in faith and knowledge in this church that He has planted me.
Relationships in the family also have become warmer and closer; give thanks to God who have opened and soften our hearts.
I believed I have grown much in 2010; in the way that 'He' would approved and like it. But certainly, I believed I still have much to grow and we should never, never stop growing and enjoy the improvement process.
This year God has put many new people in my life. I cherish every single friendship and hope our friendship would grow old with us. And I thank you God for the opportunity that I may be part of their lives.
I am sure 2011 would be a Very challenging Year. I pray that God will bless the year ahead and the walk with me. Make me strong, give me courage and strength for 2011.
Also pray for health and a healthy lifestyle and for those around me.
Want to give thanks to God for all the providence, blessings and people He has put in my life this year.
Thank you for making such a Mark in my life with me this year.
I hope from here, half of my life, I would always follow closely your ways. And hope to pass on Your love to many others as You have love me.
Thank you Angels!
18, 21, 30
I am sure these numbers mean something to you in your life. These are the years that people normally have a big celebration and hope that they have done something meaningful as they mark another stage in their life. And so when they look back, these special numbers mean 'something' to them.
I am very sure this year would always be important to me than many others. I am glad to have found a church that I have settled in. That was the goal for 2010, and it was accomplished in April. Much earlier than i expected. But nevertheless, I thank God for that. As I believed I will truly grow much in faith and knowledge in this church that He has planted me.
Relationships in the family also have become warmer and closer; give thanks to God who have opened and soften our hearts.
I believed I have grown much in 2010; in the way that 'He' would approved and like it. But certainly, I believed I still have much to grow and we should never, never stop growing and enjoy the improvement process.
This year God has put many new people in my life. I cherish every single friendship and hope our friendship would grow old with us. And I thank you God for the opportunity that I may be part of their lives.
I am sure 2011 would be a Very challenging Year. I pray that God will bless the year ahead and the walk with me. Make me strong, give me courage and strength for 2011.
Also pray for health and a healthy lifestyle and for those around me.
Want to give thanks to God for all the providence, blessings and people He has put in my life this year.
Thank you for making such a Mark in my life with me this year.
I hope from here, half of my life, I would always follow closely your ways. And hope to pass on Your love to many others as You have love me.
Thank you Angels!
What if, for one day, God were to become you?
What if, for twenty-four hours, God wakes up in your bed, walks in your shoes, lives in your house, assumes your schedule? Your boss becomes His boss, your mother becomes his mother, your pains becomes His pain? With one exception, nothing about your life changes.
Your health does not change. Your circumstances do not change. Your schedule isn't altered. Your problems aren't solved. Only one change occurs.
What if, for one day and one night, God lives your life with His heart? Your heart gets the day off, and your life is led by the heart of Christ. His priorities govern your actions. His passions drive your decisions. His love directs your behaviour.
What would you be like? Would people notice a change? Your family- would they see something new? Your coworkers- would they sense a difference? What about the less fortunate? Would you treat them the same? And your friends? Would they detect more joy? How about your enemies? Would they receive more mercy from Christ's heart than from yours?
And you? How would you feel? What alterations would this transplant have on your stress level? Your mood swings? Your temper? Would you sleep better? Would you see Death differently? Taxes differently? Any chance you'd need fewer aspirin? How about your reaction to traffic delays? Would you still dread what you are dreading? Better yet, would you still do what you are doing?
Would you still do what you had planned to do for the next twenty-four hours? Pause and think about your schedule. Oligations. Engagements. Outings. Appointments. With God taking over your heart, would anything change?
Adjust the lens of your imagination until you have a clear picture of God leading your life, then snap the shutter and frame the image. What you see is what God wants. He wants you to "think and act like Christ Jesus" (Phil. 2:5)
From: JUST LIKE JESUS by Max Lucado
Your health does not change. Your circumstances do not change. Your schedule isn't altered. Your problems aren't solved. Only one change occurs.
What if, for one day and one night, God lives your life with His heart? Your heart gets the day off, and your life is led by the heart of Christ. His priorities govern your actions. His passions drive your decisions. His love directs your behaviour.
What would you be like? Would people notice a change? Your family- would they see something new? Your coworkers- would they sense a difference? What about the less fortunate? Would you treat them the same? And your friends? Would they detect more joy? How about your enemies? Would they receive more mercy from Christ's heart than from yours?
And you? How would you feel? What alterations would this transplant have on your stress level? Your mood swings? Your temper? Would you sleep better? Would you see Death differently? Taxes differently? Any chance you'd need fewer aspirin? How about your reaction to traffic delays? Would you still dread what you are dreading? Better yet, would you still do what you are doing?
Would you still do what you had planned to do for the next twenty-four hours? Pause and think about your schedule. Oligations. Engagements. Outings. Appointments. With God taking over your heart, would anything change?
Adjust the lens of your imagination until you have a clear picture of God leading your life, then snap the shutter and frame the image. What you see is what God wants. He wants you to "think and act like Christ Jesus" (Phil. 2:5)
From: JUST LIKE JESUS by Max Lucado
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Everything comes with strings attached
Friend said to me: "i guess eversince u decided to come bk to church, u stopped kissing :p"
Not many things can touched me these days.
Not many things can touched me these days.
"U r my most beautiful angel. . . I hope u lead ur best and ur life."
"U r my most beautiful angel. . . I hope u lead ur best and ur life."
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Just Like Jesus
God loves you the way you are, but he refuses to leave you that way. He wants you to be . . .
JUST LIKE JESUS
Max Lucado
JUST LIKE JESUS
Max Lucado
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Christmas Or Chinese New Year?
Ever thought if you had to choose between Christmas and Chinese New Year which would you choose?
Chinese New Year have two days of holidays and eve also to celebrate the festival season with your families and relatives. Time to indulge and dig in the yummy foods. Some got extra cash, whereas others have to give out their cash. A season of great fun, laughter and joy. Also a yearly event to gather around if you do not meet up often.
Christmas is celebrated by many throughout the world. We in singapore are so lucky that we have got nice decorations put up in our Orchard road and shopping malls. With Christmas carols and Christmas trees around, the festival mood really warms my heart.
It is a season of buying and receiving gifts, gatherings and celebrations.
I personally prefer Christmas. As it feels more heart warming somehow. Everyone on the streets is happy. Even if they do not celebrate Christmas, they enjoy the atmosphere around them.
So what Christmas really mean to you? Do you know what is the real meaning behind it? Why there is a celebration for this special day on 25 December?
Chinese New Year have two days of holidays and eve also to celebrate the festival season with your families and relatives. Time to indulge and dig in the yummy foods. Some got extra cash, whereas others have to give out their cash. A season of great fun, laughter and joy. Also a yearly event to gather around if you do not meet up often.
Christmas is celebrated by many throughout the world. We in singapore are so lucky that we have got nice decorations put up in our Orchard road and shopping malls. With Christmas carols and Christmas trees around, the festival mood really warms my heart.
It is a season of buying and receiving gifts, gatherings and celebrations.
I personally prefer Christmas. As it feels more heart warming somehow. Everyone on the streets is happy. Even if they do not celebrate Christmas, they enjoy the atmosphere around them.
So what Christmas really mean to you? Do you know what is the real meaning behind it? Why there is a celebration for this special day on 25 December?
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Song: 恩典之路
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q444bzsehU&feature=related
Nice Duet! Wonder if they have these songs @ karoke..?
;)
Nice Duet! Wonder if they have these songs @ karoke..?
;)
Song: What Can I Do
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylrAXjUAbeo&feature=player_embedded
Church song. :)
What can I do, but thank you. What can I do, but give my life to you. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! What can I do, but praise you. Everyday make everything I do. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! :)
Church song. :)
What can I do, but thank you. What can I do, but give my life to you. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! What can I do, but praise you. Everyday make everything I do. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! :)
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Aslan to Lucy: “Don’t forget who you are.”
Some Thoughts on the Movie “The Chronicles of Narnia 3 – The Voyage of the Dawn Treader”
The storyline is similar to “The Matrix” and “Inception” in that it is an allegory -- where the characters enter into another world, another dimension. In that new world or dimension, they are seen as royalty -- as the children entered into the magical world of Narnia, they were treated by the subjects of that kingdom as royal princes and princesses. The lion in that story is a picture of Jesus Christ -- the lion of Judah -- who is mainly working behind the scenes and manifesting Himself to help when they call upon Him.
They learnt to overcome the darkness -- the enemies in that kingdom -- by discovering or learning who they actually are -- their true identity. They were called to be conquerors or champions, and they learnt to accept their unique identity and calling, and not fall for the lies of the enemy that make them feel inadequate by telling them that they must do something in order to become someone they want to be.
Aslan to Lucy: “Don’t forget who you are.”
So yea, the story ended with the children being transported back into the usual world where they came from (the modern world in which we also live) after winning a victory over their enemies (and over their dark side, also known as ‘identity crisis’) in the world of Narnia.
Everything around them back in the “real” world looked the same when they returned, and they also looked the same on the outside appearance, but I believe somehow they had changed on the inside because they had been to another realm and came back, and that journey of adventure would have changed the way they saw themselves and the world around them forever.
Similarly, I was thinking that our whole lives is an allegory -- whenever we spend time immersing ourselves in the gospel of grace and peace and renewing our minds concerning our true identity -- that we are beloved children of God, royal princes and princesses of the kingdom of light, it’s like we are on a journey that takes us into another realm -- and this transformation of our mind is evident in the way we live our lives, when we are “transported back” into this mundane world we call earth.
The above from: http://www.gospelofgraceandpeace.com/2010/12/08/some-thoughts-on-the-movie-the-chronicles-of-narnia-3-the-voyage-of-the-dawn-treader/
It's so hard to describe the transition and relationship between myself, God and the World. (When you are in God; and when you are in the world with the rest of the world) I think the above has said it very well. :) I thought i was weird. But now i see that there are others who feel the same way, when we are in another realm with God.. :)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
To unleash the darkness of the world, you must first unleash the darkness inside your heart.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Learn To Sit On An Apple Box Until You Can Afford A Chair
If you use what you have wisely, then God will give you more. Many people today are praying for a financial breakthrough. And I say this respectfully, but often we dont really need a miracle, we just need to develop better spending and saving habits.
The crown of the wise is their wealth of Wisdom. Proverbs 14:24
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar: 24 November
The crown of the wise is their wealth of Wisdom. Proverbs 14:24
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar: 24 November
I Plan, He Determines
In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.
Proverbs 16:9
Proverbs 16:9
Friday, December 3, 2010
Shine Jesus Shine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT5n53HNeLc&feature=related
One of the top 10 songs.. Hee ;p During my youth time in church. :)
One of the top 10 songs.. Hee ;p During my youth time in church. :)
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
God Puts People In Our Lives On Purpose
God puts people in our lives on purpose so we can help them succeed and become all He created them to be. Most people will not reach their full potential without somebody else believing in them. That means you and I have an assignment.
Everywhere we go, we should be encouraging people, building them up, challenging them to reach for new heights. When people are around us, we should leave them better off than they were before. Rather than feeling discouraged or defeated, people should feel challenged and inspired after spending any time with you and me.
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 23 November
Everywhere we go, we should be encouraging people, building them up, challenging them to reach for new heights. When people are around us, we should leave them better off than they were before. Rather than feeling discouraged or defeated, people should feel challenged and inspired after spending any time with you and me.
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 23 November
Monday, November 22, 2010
How Great Is Our Lord
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OsyiGgSlqY
Song of e Season in March 2010
Cant listen to it at night, cos i would be so energized by it that i cant fall asleep after. :)
My Song in my heart #4
Song of e Season in March 2010
Cant listen to it at night, cos i would be so energized by it that i cant fall asleep after. :)
My Song in my heart #4
Friday, November 19, 2010
Let No Man Deceive You With Vain Words
Ephesians 5-6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient.
Colosians 2 16-17 KJV - Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath days.Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.
Colosians 2-18 Let no one keep defrauding you of your prize by delighting in self-abasement and the worship of the angels, taking his stand on visions he has seen, inflated without cause by his fleshly mind,And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you."
Matthew 24:4 LET NO MAN DECEIVE YOU
The Lord tells us over and over again in his word (bible), “Let No Man Deceive You.”So, it is in our best interest to pay close attention to this warning. But, how do we know that weare being deceived? The Lord provides us with the answer to this question in his word.
Lets begin by reading Ephesians 5:6 –6 Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. As we can see in the above verse, man will deceive us with vain words. But, what does the Lord consider vain words to be?
Vain words have no value and can be summed up in thisway: anything that is not of God (according to his word/truth) is considered vanity. For example,any doctrine after the traditions of men, man’s imagination, church beliefs, confessions,denominations, etc. is not of God and anyone that is following these rather than the bible alone isbeing deceived by vain words and is under the wrath of God.
The Lord tells us that many people will be deceived by false doctrines. They will say that their doctrine is of Christ, is the Way, is the Truth, and is the Word of God. But, the Lord warns us to be cautious of what man tells us, as stated in the following verses:
Matthew 24:4,5– 4 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. 5 For many shall come in my name saying, I am Christ: and shall deceive many. Matthew 15:9 – But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men,
Romans 1:21 – Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish hearts were darkened.
Colossians 2:8 – Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the traditions of men, after the rudiments (basic principles) of the world, and not after Christ.
Proverb 14:12 – There is a way which seemeth right unto a man but the end thereof are the ways of death.
From Scott Trester: God wants You to Know
Colosians 2 16-17 KJV - Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath days.Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.
Colosians 2-18 Let no one keep defrauding you of your prize by delighting in self-abasement and the worship of the angels, taking his stand on visions he has seen, inflated without cause by his fleshly mind,And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you."
Matthew 24:4 LET NO MAN DECEIVE YOU
The Lord tells us over and over again in his word (bible), “Let No Man Deceive You.”So, it is in our best interest to pay close attention to this warning. But, how do we know that weare being deceived? The Lord provides us with the answer to this question in his word.
Lets begin by reading Ephesians 5:6 –6 Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. As we can see in the above verse, man will deceive us with vain words. But, what does the Lord consider vain words to be?
Vain words have no value and can be summed up in thisway: anything that is not of God (according to his word/truth) is considered vanity. For example,any doctrine after the traditions of men, man’s imagination, church beliefs, confessions,denominations, etc. is not of God and anyone that is following these rather than the bible alone isbeing deceived by vain words and is under the wrath of God.
The Lord tells us that many people will be deceived by false doctrines. They will say that their doctrine is of Christ, is the Way, is the Truth, and is the Word of God. But, the Lord warns us to be cautious of what man tells us, as stated in the following verses:
Matthew 24:4,5– 4 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. 5 For many shall come in my name saying, I am Christ: and shall deceive many. Matthew 15:9 – But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men,
Romans 1:21 – Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish hearts were darkened.
Colossians 2:8 – Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the traditions of men, after the rudiments (basic principles) of the world, and not after Christ.
Proverb 14:12 – There is a way which seemeth right unto a man but the end thereof are the ways of death.
From Scott Trester: God wants You to Know
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Call To Perserve
Threfore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water.
Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume the enemies of God. Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much more severely do you think someone deserves to be punished who has trampled the Son of God underfoot, who has treated as an unholy thing the blood of the covenant that sanctified them, and who has insulted the Spirit of grace?
For we know him who said, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge his people.” It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.
Remember those earlier days after you had received the light, when you endured in a great conflict full of suffering. Sometimes you were publicly exposed to insult and persecution; at other times you stood side by side with those who were so treated. You suffered along with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, because you knew that you yourselves had better and lasting possessions.
So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.
You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For, “In just a little while, he who is coming will come and will not delay.” And, “But my righteous one will live by faith. And I take no pleasure in the one who shrinks back.”
But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.
Hebrews 10:19-39
Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume the enemies of God. Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much more severely do you think someone deserves to be punished who has trampled the Son of God underfoot, who has treated as an unholy thing the blood of the covenant that sanctified them, and who has insulted the Spirit of grace?
For we know him who said, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge his people.” It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.
Remember those earlier days after you had received the light, when you endured in a great conflict full of suffering. Sometimes you were publicly exposed to insult and persecution; at other times you stood side by side with those who were so treated. You suffered along with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, because you knew that you yourselves had better and lasting possessions.
So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.
You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For, “In just a little while, he who is coming will come and will not delay.” And, “But my righteous one will live by faith. And I take no pleasure in the one who shrinks back.”
But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.
Hebrews 10:19-39
God Can Turn Back Time
We all have missed opportunities or blown chances at some time in our lives. We can look back and think, Why didn't I put more effort into that relationship? Why didnt I take that job? Or, Why did i spend all those years running with the wrong crowd, partying, when I should have been getting ahead?
Some people missed out oppportunities because they were raised in an unhealthy environment or grew up in proverty. Whatever the reason, when things dont go our way, it's tempting to think, Too bad for me. I'll never have that chance again. I've missed my season.
But the good news is that God always has another season. He said in the book of Joel 2:25 that He will restore the years that have been stolen.
You may not be able to relive your childhood, but God can make the rest of your life so rewarding and so fulfilling that it makes up for lost opportunities in your past. :") You may feel you're wasted years in a relationship that didn't work out, years on a job that turned out to be a dead end. Don't be discouraged.
God controls time. For every opportunity you've missed, every chance you've blown, God can turn back the clock and bring bigger and better things across your path.
When I met Linda at a book signing, she told me that she'd been suffering from regret over her daughter. Linda admitted that she had not been the best mother in the world. She and her daughter Paula had not spoken in years. She had reached out to her several times but daughter would not have anything to do with her.
"We lost so much time that we could have had together," She said sadly.
This mon was deeply discouraged. Linda felt she'd flunked motherhood. To my surprise that day, Linda introduced Paula standing in line behind her. Both women had tears streaming down their faces. They ran into each other while waiting in line and reunited that very day. When they saw each other, it was though God had torn down the wall keeping them apart.
All the hurt, all the pain, all the resentment melted away in a spilt second. That night was a turning point. Their relationship was restored, and today Linda and Paula are making up for lost time!
Maybe you'r dealing with a strained relationship. Maybe you've experienced conflicts and hurts. You may have built up a wall of hard feelings. You may feel someone once close to you has become a negative influence in your life.
Do not make the mistake of settling into a bitter relationship. Relationships can be healed. No disagreement had to last forever. Keep believing. Keep praying.
If you will stay in faith, God will restore your relationship. And he will make up for those lost years. God wants to turn back time. Dont' settle for less than God's Best.
~Story of Hezekiah and the extra fifteen years that God granted him~
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Hezekiah made a bold request that God turn back time. Basically, Hezekiah was saying, "God if this promise is to come to pass, if You add years to my life, don't just stop time," He said. "I know You can do that. I want You to do something more difficult-something even more out of the ordinary. God, I'm asking You to make the shadows go in the wrong direction. I'm asking You to turn back time."
That took alot of nerve. He asked God to interrupt the entire solar system just to assure Hezekiah that His promise was sincere.
Sure enough, over the next forty minutes, Hezekiah watched the shadow go counterclockwise. The scripture says that the sun went in reverse ten degrees.
God was sending us the message too. I believe He was saying, "I can reset the clock in your life. I can restore the years you've lost."
If you stay in faith, a shift will occur.
You may think you've blown it. You may feel you've wasted too much time. Yet I'm convinced God has new opportunities in front of you. He wants the rest of your life to be better than the first part. :")
God will restore the seconds, the minutes, the hours, days, weeks, months, years you've lost. He will present you with opportunities you missed because you were in the wrong place. Even if it was your fault, God is good; He's so full of mercy.
God will give you another chance.
Extracted from Joel Osteen "It's Your Time".
Some people missed out oppportunities because they were raised in an unhealthy environment or grew up in proverty. Whatever the reason, when things dont go our way, it's tempting to think, Too bad for me. I'll never have that chance again. I've missed my season.
But the good news is that God always has another season. He said in the book of Joel 2:25 that He will restore the years that have been stolen.
You may not be able to relive your childhood, but God can make the rest of your life so rewarding and so fulfilling that it makes up for lost opportunities in your past. :") You may feel you're wasted years in a relationship that didn't work out, years on a job that turned out to be a dead end. Don't be discouraged.
God controls time. For every opportunity you've missed, every chance you've blown, God can turn back the clock and bring bigger and better things across your path.
When I met Linda at a book signing, she told me that she'd been suffering from regret over her daughter. Linda admitted that she had not been the best mother in the world. She and her daughter Paula had not spoken in years. She had reached out to her several times but daughter would not have anything to do with her.
"We lost so much time that we could have had together," She said sadly.
This mon was deeply discouraged. Linda felt she'd flunked motherhood. To my surprise that day, Linda introduced Paula standing in line behind her. Both women had tears streaming down their faces. They ran into each other while waiting in line and reunited that very day. When they saw each other, it was though God had torn down the wall keeping them apart.
All the hurt, all the pain, all the resentment melted away in a spilt second. That night was a turning point. Their relationship was restored, and today Linda and Paula are making up for lost time!
Maybe you'r dealing with a strained relationship. Maybe you've experienced conflicts and hurts. You may have built up a wall of hard feelings. You may feel someone once close to you has become a negative influence in your life.
Do not make the mistake of settling into a bitter relationship. Relationships can be healed. No disagreement had to last forever. Keep believing. Keep praying.
If you will stay in faith, God will restore your relationship. And he will make up for those lost years. God wants to turn back time. Dont' settle for less than God's Best.
~Story of Hezekiah and the extra fifteen years that God granted him~
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Hezekiah made a bold request that God turn back time. Basically, Hezekiah was saying, "God if this promise is to come to pass, if You add years to my life, don't just stop time," He said. "I know You can do that. I want You to do something more difficult-something even more out of the ordinary. God, I'm asking You to make the shadows go in the wrong direction. I'm asking You to turn back time."
That took alot of nerve. He asked God to interrupt the entire solar system just to assure Hezekiah that His promise was sincere.
Sure enough, over the next forty minutes, Hezekiah watched the shadow go counterclockwise. The scripture says that the sun went in reverse ten degrees.
God was sending us the message too. I believe He was saying, "I can reset the clock in your life. I can restore the years you've lost."
If you stay in faith, a shift will occur.
You may think you've blown it. You may feel you've wasted too much time. Yet I'm convinced God has new opportunities in front of you. He wants the rest of your life to be better than the first part. :")
God will restore the seconds, the minutes, the hours, days, weeks, months, years you've lost. He will present you with opportunities you missed because you were in the wrong place. Even if it was your fault, God is good; He's so full of mercy.
God will give you another chance.
Extracted from Joel Osteen "It's Your Time".
Warehouse
Imagine a huge warehouse in Heaven run by Saint Peter, the keeper of keys. As you walk down the halls, you see thousands and thousands of doors with names on them. Finally you come to a door with your name on the plaque. You halt and say to Saint Peter, "What is in there?"
He tries to downplay it, "Ah, nothing. You don't want to go in there."
"Sure, I do," you insist. "My name is on that door."
After debating for a few minutes, you finally convince Saint Peter to let you go in. He opens the door. Inside you see row after row of boxes on shelves. You hurry over to open up one, and then the realization comes: These are blessings that belong to me but have never been released!
The first box is a box of favor that God wanted you to have last week. But you never asked.
The next is a big break that God prepared for you last month. But you forgot to ask for it.
Down the row, there is a box containing the book you wanted to write but you gave up. Beside it is the business you wanted to create. Then there is one containing the healing God planned for you.
Row after row of blessings, favors, good breaks, good ideas. They all belong to you, but God never released them because you never asked.
I don't know about you, but I want to make sure my warehouse is completely empty. I dont want to be greedy. I dont want to be selfish. I simply want all that belongs to me. I want to be everything God has created me to be. I want to have everything God intended for me to have.
Ask so that you may receive.
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
He tries to downplay it, "Ah, nothing. You don't want to go in there."
"Sure, I do," you insist. "My name is on that door."
After debating for a few minutes, you finally convince Saint Peter to let you go in. He opens the door. Inside you see row after row of boxes on shelves. You hurry over to open up one, and then the realization comes: These are blessings that belong to me but have never been released!
The first box is a box of favor that God wanted you to have last week. But you never asked.
The next is a big break that God prepared for you last month. But you forgot to ask for it.
Down the row, there is a box containing the book you wanted to write but you gave up. Beside it is the business you wanted to create. Then there is one containing the healing God planned for you.
Row after row of blessings, favors, good breaks, good ideas. They all belong to you, but God never released them because you never asked.
I don't know about you, but I want to make sure my warehouse is completely empty. I dont want to be greedy. I dont want to be selfish. I simply want all that belongs to me. I want to be everything God has created me to be. I want to have everything God intended for me to have.
Ask so that you may receive.
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Band-Aid
Dare to ask God for your greatest dreams and desires. Don't settle for a lesser dream. Deep down you may have a desire to become an author, to break an addiction, to serve the needy in another country. But you may feel it could never happen.
You may have been through disappointments. Maybe you've been praying for a long time and nothing has happened. Now, you've lost your enthusiasm so you're praying what I call "survial prayers."
God, just help me make it through the day.
Lord, help me deal with the boss tommorrow.
God, please make sure I don't get another speeding ticket.
There is nothing wrong with these prayers. But they are like asking the world's greatest surgeon to put a Band-Aid on your broken leg. The surgeon can do much, much more for you, if you would only have faith and ask for the best treatment.
Ask God for those bold dreams and desires you've let go of. He can still bring them to pass. Remember when you ask Him, you are releasing your faith. Scripture says in Ephesians that God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we can ask or think. :)
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
You may have been through disappointments. Maybe you've been praying for a long time and nothing has happened. Now, you've lost your enthusiasm so you're praying what I call "survial prayers."
God, just help me make it through the day.
Lord, help me deal with the boss tommorrow.
God, please make sure I don't get another speeding ticket.
There is nothing wrong with these prayers. But they are like asking the world's greatest surgeon to put a Band-Aid on your broken leg. The surgeon can do much, much more for you, if you would only have faith and ask for the best treatment.
Ask God for those bold dreams and desires you've let go of. He can still bring them to pass. Remember when you ask Him, you are releasing your faith. Scripture says in Ephesians that God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we can ask or think. :)
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Spider Web
During World War II, a U.S. marine was separated from his unit during intense fighting. The smoke was so heavy, he became disoriented. He lost all contact with his comrades. He was alone in the jungle. He could hear the enemy soldiers getting closer and closer.
Then the marine saw a cliff riddled with caves. He ran to it and hid in the cave, hoping he wouldn't be found. There, he prayed for God's help and protection. As the soldier prayed, a spider dropped down over the entry of the cave and began spinning a web.
The marine had to laugh, despite his fears. "God, i needed a brick wall, and You send me a spider?"
Still, as the spider created a thick web of many layers, the battlefield grew silent. The marine sat there for hours and hours. Then, he heard enemy soldiers checking nearby caves. He braced himself for his final stand. But when the enemy came to his cave, one of them noticed the huge spiderweb over the entry.
"We don't need to check in here," he said. "No one could have gone in and without disturbing the this web."
God supernaturally protected that marine's life. He later asked for God's forgiveness. "Now i realize with You a spider's web can be stronger than a brick wall."
God has us in the palm of His hand.
He has everything you need. And even if He doesn't have it, He can create it. He can cause a spider to spin a web and keep you out of trouble. He can cause one smooth stone to hit a giant and bring him down. God is in complete control.
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Then the marine saw a cliff riddled with caves. He ran to it and hid in the cave, hoping he wouldn't be found. There, he prayed for God's help and protection. As the soldier prayed, a spider dropped down over the entry of the cave and began spinning a web.
The marine had to laugh, despite his fears. "God, i needed a brick wall, and You send me a spider?"
Still, as the spider created a thick web of many layers, the battlefield grew silent. The marine sat there for hours and hours. Then, he heard enemy soldiers checking nearby caves. He braced himself for his final stand. But when the enemy came to his cave, one of them noticed the huge spiderweb over the entry.
"We don't need to check in here," he said. "No one could have gone in and without disturbing the this web."
God supernaturally protected that marine's life. He later asked for God's forgiveness. "Now i realize with You a spider's web can be stronger than a brick wall."
God has us in the palm of His hand.
He has everything you need. And even if He doesn't have it, He can create it. He can cause a spider to spin a web and keep you out of trouble. He can cause one smooth stone to hit a giant and bring him down. God is in complete control.
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
I Can Become What You Need
Quit looking at what you don't have. God is saying, "I can become what you need."
God Is On Vacation?
Have you ever prayed and prayed, but it seemed that God was on vacation? Have you ever had those seasons when everybody around you was being blessed, but the good breaks just passed you by? You felt overlooked. Even though you were in a relationship, or married, you still felt all alone?
Do you have a smile on the outside but feel empty on the inside? Do you feel as though nobody knows what you are going through and worse, nobody cares?
Its easy to feel forgotten. But when loneliness sets in, look to God's great promise in Isaiah 49:15-16 He said, "I will not forget you. I have engraved you into the palm of My Hand."
You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. God remembers you!
People may forget you, others may do you wrong, friends may betray you. Those you count on may leave you when you need them the most, but God is the friend who sticks closer than a brother. :)
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Do you have a smile on the outside but feel empty on the inside? Do you feel as though nobody knows what you are going through and worse, nobody cares?
Its easy to feel forgotten. But when loneliness sets in, look to God's great promise in Isaiah 49:15-16 He said, "I will not forget you. I have engraved you into the palm of My Hand."
You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. God remembers you!
People may forget you, others may do you wrong, friends may betray you. Those you count on may leave you when you need them the most, but God is the friend who sticks closer than a brother. :)
From Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
A Year From Now
You may have some areas in your life that you need to get under control. God is saying, Don't put if off any longer. Today is the day to start. Today can be a new beginning. If you'll take this to heart and be willing to press past the pain of change, a year from now you won't be the same person. You'll be free from addictions, free from bad attitudes, free from the bondage that's been holding you back.
Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death. Romans 8:2
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 11 November
i am glad that i have done it God, with the help of your strength.. :") A year from Last.. :)
Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death. Romans 8:2
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 11 November
i am glad that i have done it God, with the help of your strength.. :") A year from Last.. :)
The Lord is My Strength and My Song
Start or end the day by making melody in your heart unto God, singing or listening a song of praise. That's what I do. I like to end my day with a song of praise. You can start your day with a song of praise. Even if you don't do it out loud, at least do it on the inside. Sometimes some songs just keep ringing in my head. And i can't get it out. :")
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. Isaiah 12:2
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 9 November
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. Isaiah 12:2
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 9 November
A Life of Faith
God intends for you to be happy, peaceful, contended, and to enjoy your life. God wants us to be examples of what it means to live a life of faith. When people see us, they should see so much joy, peace and happiness that they will want what we have.
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil. 1 Peter 3:12
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 8 November
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil. 1 Peter 3:12
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 8 November
Monday, November 8, 2010
i Want To Thank You God
i want to thank you God for many things. You have done so many things for me. I know you always makes things happened. All has happened is under your hand; you always create miracles for me and do what is impossible for me without even me asking at many times.
i cant say thanks enough and how much i love you as you have loved me. I loved our quiet moments together when you would speak to me on my bed; reading your words.
i Thank You for your confirmation and affirmation to me today that i must keep going strong and stay in your words.
Please surround me with your loving people. And may we all grow together stronger and wiser in your words, in your kingdom.
Thank you oh Lord for the beautiful life you have given me. i can see myself closer and closer to what you want for me.
Am very glad we have this special kind of connection and the way you always speak to me.
Till then our loving father, friend, brother and my love.
Night! :")
i cant say thanks enough and how much i love you as you have loved me. I loved our quiet moments together when you would speak to me on my bed; reading your words.
i Thank You for your confirmation and affirmation to me today that i must keep going strong and stay in your words.
Please surround me with your loving people. And may we all grow together stronger and wiser in your words, in your kingdom.
Thank you oh Lord for the beautiful life you have given me. i can see myself closer and closer to what you want for me.
Am very glad we have this special kind of connection and the way you always speak to me.
Till then our loving father, friend, brother and my love.
Night! :")
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Be The Bigger Person
If you wait for somebody else to be the peacemaker in your whole lifetime, living your life on hold. Peace starts with you; you make the first move. It may not be fair, but it can keep you together. Swallow your pride. Be the bigger person. When you do that, you are sowing a seed, and God will always make it up to you.
A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. Proverbs 14: 29
From Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar: 09 December
A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. Proverbs 14: 29
From Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar: 09 December
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Train the Mind
The apostle Paul said, "I have learned how to be content no matter what state I'm in." Think about that. He said, "I have learned to be content." In other words, this didn't happen automatically. He had to train his mind to stay at peace. He had to train his mind to look on the bright side. He had to train his mind to focus on the good. We must do the same thing.
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. Philippians 4:11
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 02 Nov
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. Philippians 4:11
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 02 Nov
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Do Not Doubt
It has been a long time since that i read directly from the Bible..
The Fig-Tree Withers
Early in the morning, as Jesus was on his way back to the city, he was hungry. Seeing a fig tree by the road, he went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. Then he said to it, “May you never bear fruit again!” Immediately the tree withered.
When the disciples saw this, they were amazed. “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” they asked.
Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done. If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
Matthew 21:18-22
The Fig-Tree Withers
Early in the morning, as Jesus was on his way back to the city, he was hungry. Seeing a fig tree by the road, he went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. Then he said to it, “May you never bear fruit again!” Immediately the tree withered.
When the disciples saw this, they were amazed. “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” they asked.
Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done. If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
Matthew 21:18-22
Friday, October 29, 2010
The Tide is coming back
An executive had an interesting print hanging in his office. It depicted a large rowboat stranded on a beach. Two oars rested gently in the sand, with the ocean at low tide twenty or thirty feet behind it. The boat looked too heavy to drag, too big to move. It was just stuck there in the sand.
The picture wasn't a thing of beauty. It wasn't inspiring. In fact, it was depressing. Here was this boat created for the water, a very nice boat made to dance on top of the ocean waves, stuck in the sand.
But at the bottom of the picture was a small caption that gave meaning to the otherwise unremarkable picture. It read: "The tide always comes back."
With that simple caption, the print took on new meaning: When the tide returned, that stranded boat once again would find its purpose. It would return to the place it was meant to be.
The executive once gone through a great disappointment. He didn't think he would ever be happy again. Then he saw the painting at a small antique store and bought it for just a few dollars. Every time he looked at it, he said to himself: "The tide is coming back."
That print spoke faith into his heart. The caption gave him hope that things would change in his favor.
You may find yourself in a similar situation. Stuck. Stranded. Robbed of your purpose. Things may not be going your way. You've lost your energy and enthusiasm.
Heed those words: "The tide is coming back."
Materials from Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Song of the day: He
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKdV-D4IzoA&feature=player_embedded
Additional: http://www.amazingfacts.org/FreeStuff/BibleStudies/StudyGuides/tabid/105/ctl/ViewMedia/mid/453/IID/2-8/LNG/en/7/The-Ultimate-Deliverance/SC/R/Default.aspx
The picture wasn't a thing of beauty. It wasn't inspiring. In fact, it was depressing. Here was this boat created for the water, a very nice boat made to dance on top of the ocean waves, stuck in the sand.
But at the bottom of the picture was a small caption that gave meaning to the otherwise unremarkable picture. It read: "The tide always comes back."
With that simple caption, the print took on new meaning: When the tide returned, that stranded boat once again would find its purpose. It would return to the place it was meant to be.
The executive once gone through a great disappointment. He didn't think he would ever be happy again. Then he saw the painting at a small antique store and bought it for just a few dollars. Every time he looked at it, he said to himself: "The tide is coming back."
That print spoke faith into his heart. The caption gave him hope that things would change in his favor.
You may find yourself in a similar situation. Stuck. Stranded. Robbed of your purpose. Things may not be going your way. You've lost your energy and enthusiasm.
Heed those words: "The tide is coming back."
Materials from Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Song of the day: He
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKdV-D4IzoA&feature=player_embedded
Additional: http://www.amazingfacts.org/FreeStuff/BibleStudies/StudyGuides/tabid/105/ctl/ViewMedia/mid/453/IID/2-8/LNG/en/7/The-Ultimate-Deliverance/SC/R/Default.aspx
The Rat Race
Researchers wanted to see how the rats' attitude in an experiment affected their will to live. They put one rat in a large tub of water with high sides so it could not get out. Then they put the tub in a dark room. They timed how long the rat would keep swimming before it gave up. The rat lasted a little over three minutes.
Then the researchers put another rat in the same tub, but this time they allowed a bright ray of light to shine into the room. That rat swam more than thirty-six hours, seven hundred times longer than the rat with no light.
Why was that? The rat with no light had no hope. When he looked ahead he saw only darkness. There wasn't any reason to keep swimming. "For God did not send his Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him. John 3:17
That's what happens when we don't expect God's favor. We lose faith that we can overcome our obstacles. We don't believe that God is in control, so we lose our passion, we lose our enthusiasm. That's why it is so important- especially in times of difficulty, to keep reminding yourself: "The Creator of the universe is directing my steps. He has me in the palm of His hands. And even though this is difficult, I know it's just a matter of time before it turns around. I know my payday is coming."
You may be about to give up on a dream. You think it's been too long. It never will change. It will never work out. But you must get your fire back. Fan that flame. Keep that dream alive. Even though it's taking a long time, the good news is, God still has a way to bring it to pass.
Materials extracted from Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Song: In His Time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtcBURtm5Aw&feature=related
Then the researchers put another rat in the same tub, but this time they allowed a bright ray of light to shine into the room. That rat swam more than thirty-six hours, seven hundred times longer than the rat with no light.
Why was that? The rat with no light had no hope. When he looked ahead he saw only darkness. There wasn't any reason to keep swimming. "For God did not send his Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him. John 3:17
That's what happens when we don't expect God's favor. We lose faith that we can overcome our obstacles. We don't believe that God is in control, so we lose our passion, we lose our enthusiasm. That's why it is so important- especially in times of difficulty, to keep reminding yourself: "The Creator of the universe is directing my steps. He has me in the palm of His hands. And even though this is difficult, I know it's just a matter of time before it turns around. I know my payday is coming."
You may be about to give up on a dream. You think it's been too long. It never will change. It will never work out. But you must get your fire back. Fan that flame. Keep that dream alive. Even though it's taking a long time, the good news is, God still has a way to bring it to pass.
Materials extracted from Joel Osteen: It's Your Time
Song: In His Time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtcBURtm5Aw&feature=related
Righteous will live by Faith
Scripture says,"God is effectually at work in those who believe." Notice, His power is activated only when we believe. God can work on your behalf your whole lifetime and you never really get the full benefit of it because you didn't believe. Sure, you may get a break here and there, but when you really believe, when you really get up everyday expecting good things, you're going to see more of God's favor. You're going to see what He's been doing behind the scenes.
In the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith." Romans 1:17
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 29 October
In the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith." Romans 1:17
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 29 October
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Good to Evil People?
We can be good to people when they're good to us. That's easy. But God wants us to be good to people even when they're not so good to us. You overcome evil with good.
The tongue has the power of life and death. . . Proverbs 18:21
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 28 October
The tongue has the power of life and death. . . Proverbs 18:21
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 28 October
Your Labor in the Lord is not in Vain
You may not have yet stepped into your divine destiny. You're still doing many things for which you have little passion and no enthusiasm. It is time to become a better you. Certainly, you can't just snap your fingers and change careers, but at least examine your life and be aware of how you're spending your time.
Are you pursuing your passion? Are you doing what you are good at naturally? If no, why don't you make some changes? TIME is short. Find one thing that you're passionate about, and start giving yourself to it. And God will lead you one step at a time. :)
My dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the LORD is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 27 October
Song: Seek ye First the Kingdom of God http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qZtAt7trBI&feature=related
Are you pursuing your passion? Are you doing what you are good at naturally? If no, why don't you make some changes? TIME is short. Find one thing that you're passionate about, and start giving yourself to it. And God will lead you one step at a time. :)
My dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the LORD is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 27 October
Song: Seek ye First the Kingdom of God http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qZtAt7trBI&feature=related
Meet a Need
The world does not need to hear another sermon near as much as it needs to see one. Learn to give your time, your money, an encouraging word; meet a need. When you show love, you are showing God to the world.
A new command I give you: Love one another as i have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. John 13:34-35
A new command I give you: Love one another as i have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. John 13:34-35
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 25 October
Generational Account
We need to understand that the generations are connected. You are sowing seeds for further generations. Whether you realize it or not, everything you do counts. Every time you persevere, every time you are faithful, every time you serve others, you are making a difference; you're storing up equity in your "generational account."
My steps have held to your paths; my feet have not slipped. Psalm 17:5
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 23/24 October
My steps have held to your paths; my feet have not slipped. Psalm 17:5
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 23/24 October
Never Stop Growing
I believe we should never stop growing, no matter how old we are. Even if we are 80 years old..
Below are extracted from: Youniquely Woman~Continuing the Adventure
The Desire Within
I believe at your core you want to do your best to follow where God leads. Deep inside or right on the surface- you have a hunger to grow. You really want to be more than you are. You want to experience more (and more and more still) of what God has for you now, in the midst of your present life, and in the days that remain for you.
That's what you want. Does it surprise you that God wants that for you too? It's a tenet in God's creation that every living thing either grows or dies. Nothing alive stays static; its either going forward or slipping back. It's either reaching higher and higher for sunlight or withering into itself.
So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus. (2 Peter 1:5-8 MSG)
Active and growing! I LOVE THAT! The God of all growing things has no intention of letting you stay where you are. He wants you to stretch, to learn new things, to live expectantly, to become more fruitful and productive, to nurture that secret, inner spot in your soul, and to make growth one of the priorities in your life.
How do you do that? It's always a good idea to look ahead to the finished products-to think about what you want to grow into. Have you considered what kind of middle-aged or older person you want to be?
One of my favourite songs: As the Deer panteth for the Water
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNhkor8dJ0A&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIlGBQfdzL4&NR=1 (Video clip created by 11yr old)
Below are extracted from: Youniquely Woman~Continuing the Adventure
The Desire Within
I believe at your core you want to do your best to follow where God leads. Deep inside or right on the surface- you have a hunger to grow. You really want to be more than you are. You want to experience more (and more and more still) of what God has for you now, in the midst of your present life, and in the days that remain for you.
That's what you want. Does it surprise you that God wants that for you too? It's a tenet in God's creation that every living thing either grows or dies. Nothing alive stays static; its either going forward or slipping back. It's either reaching higher and higher for sunlight or withering into itself.
So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus. (2 Peter 1:5-8 MSG)
Active and growing! I LOVE THAT! The God of all growing things has no intention of letting you stay where you are. He wants you to stretch, to learn new things, to live expectantly, to become more fruitful and productive, to nurture that secret, inner spot in your soul, and to make growth one of the priorities in your life.
How do you do that? It's always a good idea to look ahead to the finished products-to think about what you want to grow into. Have you considered what kind of middle-aged or older person you want to be?
One of my favourite songs: As the Deer panteth for the Water
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNhkor8dJ0A&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIlGBQfdzL4&NR=1 (Video clip created by 11yr old)
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
I Would Treasure God's Word More
God would be happy to teach us many wonderful things if we had taken more time and made a more determined effort to seek Him through Bible study and prayer. I remember telling myself, "I'm just too busy. I'll pursue such things when I'm older and have more time." But the truth is that we all have the same amount of hours in a week, and we choose how to invest every one of them.
Before He left this earth, Jesus said to His disciples, "The Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your rembrance all that I have said to you" (John 14:26)
And of course its true. The Holy Spirit is available to us 24/7, and His strong desire is to teach us the Word of God and help us understand and apply its truths. There will be times when that conversation will be very intimate, and He'll go beyond simply teaching us facts. He'll share His treasures with us!
For wisdom is better than rubies, And all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her. (Proverbs 8:11 NKJV)
God wants to give us such treasures from His heart and from His Word. But most of us are too self-absorbed or running too fast through life to stop and receive His gifts of wisdom. He won't force His treasures on us or press them into our hands as we're running by Him in a frenzy.
Extracted from Youniquely Woman~ If I Could Do It All Again: I Would Treasure God's Word More
Before He left this earth, Jesus said to His disciples, "The Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your rembrance all that I have said to you" (John 14:26)
And of course its true. The Holy Spirit is available to us 24/7, and His strong desire is to teach us the Word of God and help us understand and apply its truths. There will be times when that conversation will be very intimate, and He'll go beyond simply teaching us facts. He'll share His treasures with us!
For wisdom is better than rubies, And all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her. (Proverbs 8:11 NKJV)
God wants to give us such treasures from His heart and from His Word. But most of us are too self-absorbed or running too fast through life to stop and receive His gifts of wisdom. He won't force His treasures on us or press them into our hands as we're running by Him in a frenzy.
Extracted from Youniquely Woman~ If I Could Do It All Again: I Would Treasure God's Word More
Friday, October 15, 2010
Stretching to the next level
You have not seen, heard, or imagined the great things God has in store for you. As you keep stretching to the next level, improving your life and reaching for your highest potential, you will not only give birth to your dreams, but you will become a better you, better than you ever dreamed possible.
Then the man said, "Lord, I believe," and he worshiped him.
John 9:38
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 15 October
Then the man said, "Lord, I believe," and he worshiped him.
John 9:38
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 15 October
To win is to honor God
The Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. Psalm 147:11
"To win is to honor God". One of the lines from the film "Chariots of Fire".
We should live by that same philosophy, striving to excel, pursuing our destiny, becoming the best that we can possibly be, and as we do, we will honor God.
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 14 October
"To win is to honor God". One of the lines from the film "Chariots of Fire".
We should live by that same philosophy, striving to excel, pursuing our destiny, becoming the best that we can possibly be, and as we do, we will honor God.
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 14 October
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Obedience
It is important to understand that everything God tells us is for our good. God never holds us back from His Best. Nor does He purposely make our lives more difficult. Quite the contrary, your heavenly Father is waiting for your obedience so He can release more of His favour and blessing in your life.
"It is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God's sight, but it is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous." Romans 2:13
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 08 October
"It is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God's sight, but it is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous." Romans 2:13
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar 08 October
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Be Still
Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him. Psalm 37:7
Thank God, He knows what's best for us.
Thank God that He's merciful and doesn't always give us our way.
I've learned that when my prayers aren't answered or when things aren't happening as fast as I would like, that either means that God is protecting me from danger up ahead, it's not the right time, or God has something better in store.
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar October 05
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M9wowQaXYk
Thank God, He knows what's best for us.
Thank God that He's merciful and doesn't always give us our way.
I've learned that when my prayers aren't answered or when things aren't happening as fast as I would like, that either means that God is protecting me from danger up ahead, it's not the right time, or God has something better in store.
Joel Osteen 2010 Calendar October 05
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M9wowQaXYk
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Taking Care of Business: God's Business
i was just thinking about this recently..
How to incorporate God into every parts of our lives.
Think one of the most difficult is in our workplace.
Truly.. i am still trying and not very sure how i can spread e word of God in my workplace.
i dun wana be judged.. nor be taken advantage..
i just do my fair share and have integrity and uphold good work ethnics as much as possible..
This series of 'Taking Care of Business' by Andy Stanley we are doing in cell group currently; really answered my query. And he quenched my thrist for my question and guide me along..
Thanks God!
:)
Hope to share this with your people.
How to incorporate God into every parts of our lives.
Think one of the most difficult is in our workplace.
Truly.. i am still trying and not very sure how i can spread e word of God in my workplace.
i dun wana be judged.. nor be taken advantage..
i just do my fair share and have integrity and uphold good work ethnics as much as possible..
This series of 'Taking Care of Business' by Andy Stanley we are doing in cell group currently; really answered my query. And he quenched my thrist for my question and guide me along..
Thanks God!
:)
Hope to share this with your people.
Your Guide from 9:00 to 5:00
For most people, it’s a necessity.
For some, it’s a passion.
And for others, it’s a four-letter word to be avoided when possible.
But for all of us, only one perspective on WORK really matters: God’s.
He ordained it and He laid out specific guidelines for us to achieve maximum success and fulfillment while on the job. In this six-part DVD, Andy Stanley addresses common and specific problem areas we’re all familiar with—from dealing with coworkers and superiors while exemplifying Christ, to boldly living the Christian faith; to balancing our work and home life.
For some, it’s a passion.
And for others, it’s a four-letter word to be avoided when possible.
But for all of us, only one perspective on WORK really matters: God’s.
He ordained it and He laid out specific guidelines for us to achieve maximum success and fulfillment while on the job. In this six-part DVD, Andy Stanley addresses common and specific problem areas we’re all familiar with—from dealing with coworkers and superiors while exemplifying Christ, to boldly living the Christian faith; to balancing our work and home life.
Friday, October 1, 2010
If We Could Do It All Again
Doing something again is a nice thought, but none of us are granted do-overs in this life. Much as we may wish we could, we can't do it all again. As deeply as we might like to go back to certain seasons of our lives or revisit certain attitudes or decisions we made in our younger years on a timeline, with a specific beginning and a specific end. And wherever we may be on that line, going forward is the only option.
We can't go back, and we can't stand still.
We have to take life as it comes. Each day brings a fresh opportunity to follow the Lord and -in His power and grace-begin life anew from this point forward. Praise His name! The Lord's mercies "are new every morning" (Lamentations 3:23).
So yesterday is yesterday and today is today, and life must be lived to the hilt in the 24 hours directly before us. Even so, here we are-with the deep desire in our hearts to touch your life and the lives of others by pointing you toward wisdom we wish we'd possessed and practised when we were younger.
A woman named Henrietta Mears was asked near the end of her life,"What would you do differently if you could live your life over again?" Without hesitation she replied, "I would trust God more." Now if you knew the history of this remarkable woman, you would say she already trusted God in a deeply significant way. A Sunday school teacher at Hollywood Presbysterian for many years, Henrietta taught generations of young boys, many of whom went into fulltime ministry. She never married, and in the course of her long and fruitful ministry, Henrietta founded the Forest Home Christian Conference Center in Southern California and wrote a layman's overview of Scripture that is widely used to this day: What the Bible Is All About.
Towards the end of her life, however, looking back on all her opportunities and all she had accomplished for the Lord, Henrietta said, "If I had to do over again, I would trust God even more."
All of us has seen miracles of provision, direction, empowerment and headling in our walks with God through the years. Each of us has found the Lord to be completely faithful to His promises, blessing our lives above and beyond what we ever imagined.
Each of us trusts God.
But all if us wish we'd trusted Him even more.
A man stopped on the trail to ponder the view, he noticed a little sparrow by the river's edge, dipping its tiny beak into the water. Then, having satisfied its thrist with a drop or two of the river, it flew away. My friend felt the Lord speak to him in that moment, "That's how much of My grace and power you are appropriating in your life. It's barely a drop of a might river."
No matter how much we trust the Lord, no matter how deeply we dip into His resources, there will always, always be more. . . infinitely more. We can't trust the Lord too much. . . and all of us trust Him too little.
Even though we look back now and wish we'd realized this more in our younger days, you can actually do something about it in your life now!
You've decided to hang in there and trust God through a pressure-filled season of life. Your decision hasn't been easy, and maybe the road ahead doesn't look all that great. But you've made up your mind to trust God more. You will not regret that choice. Not now, not tommorrow, not forever.
Extracted from Chapter Seven: Youniquely Woman
The Steadfast Love of the Lord (Thai Version) Great Voice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SLArVdZlZ0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tsf3CM2Cxas&feature=related
We can't go back, and we can't stand still.
We have to take life as it comes. Each day brings a fresh opportunity to follow the Lord and -in His power and grace-begin life anew from this point forward. Praise His name! The Lord's mercies "are new every morning" (Lamentations 3:23).
So yesterday is yesterday and today is today, and life must be lived to the hilt in the 24 hours directly before us. Even so, here we are-with the deep desire in our hearts to touch your life and the lives of others by pointing you toward wisdom we wish we'd possessed and practised when we were younger.
A woman named Henrietta Mears was asked near the end of her life,"What would you do differently if you could live your life over again?" Without hesitation she replied, "I would trust God more." Now if you knew the history of this remarkable woman, you would say she already trusted God in a deeply significant way. A Sunday school teacher at Hollywood Presbysterian for many years, Henrietta taught generations of young boys, many of whom went into fulltime ministry. She never married, and in the course of her long and fruitful ministry, Henrietta founded the Forest Home Christian Conference Center in Southern California and wrote a layman's overview of Scripture that is widely used to this day: What the Bible Is All About.
Towards the end of her life, however, looking back on all her opportunities and all she had accomplished for the Lord, Henrietta said, "If I had to do over again, I would trust God even more."
All of us has seen miracles of provision, direction, empowerment and headling in our walks with God through the years. Each of us has found the Lord to be completely faithful to His promises, blessing our lives above and beyond what we ever imagined.
Each of us trusts God.
But all if us wish we'd trusted Him even more.
A man stopped on the trail to ponder the view, he noticed a little sparrow by the river's edge, dipping its tiny beak into the water. Then, having satisfied its thrist with a drop or two of the river, it flew away. My friend felt the Lord speak to him in that moment, "That's how much of My grace and power you are appropriating in your life. It's barely a drop of a might river."
No matter how much we trust the Lord, no matter how deeply we dip into His resources, there will always, always be more. . . infinitely more. We can't trust the Lord too much. . . and all of us trust Him too little.
Even though we look back now and wish we'd realized this more in our younger days, you can actually do something about it in your life now!
You've decided to hang in there and trust God through a pressure-filled season of life. Your decision hasn't been easy, and maybe the road ahead doesn't look all that great. But you've made up your mind to trust God more. You will not regret that choice. Not now, not tommorrow, not forever.
Extracted from Chapter Seven: Youniquely Woman
The Steadfast Love of the Lord (Thai Version) Great Voice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SLArVdZlZ0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tsf3CM2Cxas&feature=related
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Speed Dialing
Do you have God's private cell number? It's Jeremiah 33:3 "Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know." God is always here, and we can always talk to Him. When we call, we're never put on hold. We never get a computerized angel voice telling us to press 1 and then press 4 and so on. We never get a recording or even a bored receptionist. We're directly connected to Him. If he had a desk, our call would ring at that desk. If he had a bedside, our call would ring at His bedside. And God answers the phone 24/7.
In the morning, O Lord, You will hear my voice; in the morning I will order my prayer to You and eagerly watch (Psalm 5:3).
When I remember You on my bed, i mediate on You in the night watches, for You have been my help, and in the shadow of Your wings I sing for joy (Psalm 63:6-7).
What an awesome God! He is always interested in the smallest details in our lives. There is nothing too trivial for Him. If it concerns us, it concerns Him. On our knees, on our feet, on the run.. it doesn't matter. God is a Father who always has time for His kids.
Extracted from Youniquely Woman (Becoming Who God Designed You to Be)
In the morning, O Lord, You will hear my voice; in the morning I will order my prayer to You and eagerly watch (Psalm 5:3).
When I remember You on my bed, i mediate on You in the night watches, for You have been my help, and in the shadow of Your wings I sing for joy (Psalm 63:6-7).
What an awesome God! He is always interested in the smallest details in our lives. There is nothing too trivial for Him. If it concerns us, it concerns Him. On our knees, on our feet, on the run.. it doesn't matter. God is a Father who always has time for His kids.
Extracted from Youniquely Woman (Becoming Who God Designed You to Be)
Song of e season: September
With Christ in the Vessel.. i can smile @ e storm (typhoon in Taiwan)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALFktHIjCFw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALFktHIjCFw
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Servanthood
Servanthood: "As salt & light of this world, we should constantly seek to make a difference in people's lives. We must strive by the power of God to make the world a better place for everybody you know."
Saturday, August 7, 2010
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