James 6:10 Gina

There is so much that comes our way that God calls us to and many times NO ONE else knows the time and energy you've poured into or given up for a cause or a person and that's when this verse carries us.  It doesn't matter who knows what you do because God knows and that's all that matters.  It's really ALL that matters, is that he is happy with what you do.  Pleasing God.  Honoring God .  If we do that - all is well.....  

Proverbs 13:20 Livia

“Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.”

Proverbs 13:20 NIV

http://bible.com/111/pro.13.20.niv

So! The people you hang out with you will become like.  Wise is good.  Fools = bad!   Lol. Sounds easy but it's also so easy to get tangled into a friendship with someone who takes you down a wrong road.  

When you hang with a fool for too long you will be hurt.  Either physically, mentally , spiritually or all of the above!

Let's be wise and choose our company carefully!!

Psalm 51 :10-12

“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.”

Psalm 51:10-12 NIV

http://bible.com/111/psa.51.10-12.niv

Why is it important to say this prayer if we've already received Jesus into our hearts and he's forgiven is and died for our sins ?

I think that because we are given a free will over what we do, what we say and how we act that we could easily feel like we've got this. We can slide into old habits and ways and not honor God.   If we study God's word and seek His will we will feel the tension of His holiness and his righteousness compared to how we live. 

Being restored, being renewed , being purified and sustained are all amazing benefits of a submitted life to Christ. 

 

Psalm 18:30 Tim

“As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.”

Psalm 18:30 NIV

http://bible.com/111/psa.18.30.niv

This life is in no way perfect.  God has mapped out our life and will be with us through all of this worlds imperfections.  It's best if we expect to find trouble in this day because Jesus said "in this world you will have trouble... But take heart I have overcome this world".  We must stay concieous of his presence and that he never leaves us. He will protect us from unnecessary trials and equip you to get through whatever must be endured.  

His peace and joy circumstance can't touch.  

Psalm139:23-24. Gina

Not a lot to be said after a scripture like this.... Let it be our prayer today.  

We have to invite God in to do this work in our lives - so that we refocus on everlasting , eternal stuff!!!

A new song we've fallen in love with at our house:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=djrY_eFDOwE&autoplay=1

Colossians 1:29 - Livia

“To this end I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so powerfully works in me.”

Colossians 1:29 NIV

http://bible.com/111/col.1.29.niv

The human body is wonderfully crafted but gravity and the inevitable effects of aging weigh it down. Lasting abundant life is found in Christ alone.  Let's not be anxious about our body becoming weak and old but rather let God strengthen you from the inside out so that you live this life with enthusiasm and grace!!

Devin - Psalm 103:2-5

“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits— who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”

Psalm 103:2-5 NIV

http://bible.com/111/psa.103.2-5.niv

Devin shared a song this morning ....

From the Day!  It was a great kick off for a Monday.  "From the day you saved my soul till the day that I go home...I will sing!!  I will dance!!!..."

Let us go into our day with the faith that carries us, the love that sustains us and the grace that keeps us going. 

Listen to it here:

http://youtu.be/TUjuRFwwvaw