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| Bible Study: 1 John 1:5-7 |
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Ladies, {Gentlemen are welcome also} it is February..the month of love, for many of us, this month is painful. After an abuse from a loved one or after a divorce...February is just another painful reminder of 'life'. Life can come at us so fast and be uncontrollable, and for me, I am not a controlling person. I do remember my husband telling me on Valentine's Day that he was having an affair and wanted a divorce. Valentine's Day for many of us is not about roses and candy. This year as I have done for many, let's cuddle-up to Jesus, the One who truely loves you, the One who will not hurt you, the One who is there until He brings you your husband and then Jesus is there in the walk with you two.
I say we come together this month and let's fall-in-love or deeper-in-love with the one who is our husband while we do not have an earthly husband. If you think about it, the Trinity in a marriage consists of God, your husband and you. Until God brings our husband to us, then God and you {I} need to be growing closer and more in love. For it is not until we know the love from our Heavenly Father {God} until we can give love to another.
Here is the last Bible study if you need to update or just want to refresh yourself:
http://www.mychurch.org/blog/384387/I-have-a-man-for-you-to-meeta-good-man
Today, we are going to just take a small part of the next verses, but I pray a powerful part in our lives. 1:5 And this is the message which we have heard from him and announce unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. 1:6 If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in the darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: 1:7but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
Soft warm streams of delight envelope her silhouette as she basks in the yellow rays.
"God is light" she reads as her tear-stained face crissons 1 John 1:5.
Her crystal-blue eyes peek through her alburn locks. Sitting with her back against the wall-of-life; this new message opens a door in her future. Enraptured, her heart embraces each meaning. Breath taken, she reads as quickly as her broken, yet still beating heart can grasp.
Empowering her senses; she knows these words are The Truth. For it is The Truth from The One who beacons her heart. Just to have her finally begin to make a smile on the inside so that one day, yes, one day her beautiful smile will again shine.
Just as you can flip on and off a light switch, desciding to follow God is the same; it is a decision after you have the prompting from the Holy Spirit. Also, you really don't know how the electrical current travels down the wires and into a little light switch; which provides the essence we can now see in. In this relationship with God, it is the same scenereo. You make the choice to accept the Truth and his words-of-truth {Bible}. Allowing this light into your life is what will heal you. Jesus is The Light as mentioned in the verses above. Jesus is referred to as The Light due to Him being The Light that can not be put out in the darkness...when the darkness of life tries to overcome the light, it can not. Simply as a candle in a dark room, Jesus shines clearly. Jesus also wants you to shine clearly. If you would 'flip that switch' and daily open your heart to Jesus, then The Light will fill up the room in your heart. That space in your heart will be so warm and filled with God that it does not compare to roses being given to you...for The Light has entered your life!
Next lesson we will expand more on this verse and slowly add more verses in. As we enjoy our companion-in-life by spending time with him, we want to enjoy Jesus the same and let's spend as much time as we need in Him as we walk through these verses.
Have a awesome day ladies!~
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| February 01, 2009 |
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That was great Cheryl!
Thanks for sharing Your right about the Valentines Day stuff.
I am in full agreement with the singleness part too.
I had my lights shut off out of nowhere I never even got a notice that I thought.
I kept putting off and putting off going to the Light company to pay my bill not because I didnt have the money.
We can get so wrapped up in business or the worries of the world and not look up to see where we have wondered off into untill we find ourselves in darkness. Then we appreciate the light more. I had to wait in the darkness for over 5 hours for the company to make it back out. As soon as I got home and instinctly flipped the switch and nothing happened I paniced and ran to pay my bill. Then waited in the darkness. Its hard to find candles in the dark with just the light of my cell phone. The point I mean to make is that we can so take for granted the light that we are lavished in and can walk around assuming that everyone else lives in that same light. I am reminded of what Jesus says :
45"He who sees Me sees the One who sent Me. 46")I have come as Light into the world, so that everyone who believes in Me will not remain in darkness. 47"If anyone hears My sayings and does not keep them, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world. John 12:45-47 (New American Standard Bible)
In by helping the cause you help yourself. Seeking first the kingdome we become complete in all ways. The more light (Jesus) you allow into and through your life the less your worries, fears, anxieties loneliness become...... |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| You are right on target lady!! |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| God is light! With Jesus, He will never abuse or misuse any of us. Praise the Lord. |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| God is light, so true lady! It is safe in the arms of God. When it is God's timing and the man God brings into your life, it will also be safe and wonderful. |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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Thank you Miss Cheryl, this was powerful and I really loved this. Thank you for posting this because sometimes I feel I don't give Jesus his due because He will never leave us, fail us, abuse us, or tell us He does not love us anymore. Jesus is amazing. Thank you again. |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| Hey lady, I know you...you give Jesus his due!!! Much love chica~ |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| I Just want ot say that recently I just had an horrable break up, I htough everything was gong good until one morning he decides to tell me (HE DOESNT LOVE ME ANYMORE). My heart dropped and i cryed all my tears away. As of today I still cry but its for thanks that God got me out when I was still strong. After that my whole life collapsed and i know why,Its because when in my relationship I forgot about God,A wrong thing to do... So i had to repay and I had to repay in a very painful way and I will remembe rthis forever.I now know that when I am stronget than ever God will bring someone in my life and I will Know to not forget about the one who loves me the most GOD...When reading this it brought tears to my eyes because even though i wasnt physicaly abuse i was abuse by words.well I wishthe best of luck to everyone out there and and to all the women who are struggling today as we speak,and dont forget that god sees youa nd he hasnt forgotten about you at all. WHen you cry he cryes.. Be strong and we shall all get threw this together |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| Amen beautiful!! |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| so lovely even thoim not a ladie hope i was alowed to join you chicks today |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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| LOL!!!! Ryan, you can join!!!! LOL!! |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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Thank you....this was great...
i am young..(16 lol)...and obviously do not have an earthly husband at this time...(haha cuz that would just be weird heh)
But...despite my young age, to say i have not had my share of pain would be a lie..
to say i havent dealt with the insecurites of doubtful love would be ridiculous..
And to say i havent felt Gods healing powers in my life...would be living in complete denial.
I chose not to date...that decsion was recommended first off by my dad...which later as i started to get somewhat older, I saw the wisdom in saving your heart until God shows whom it belongs to...but even though God has spared me some pain by keeping me from the cycle of dating at an early age.
Satan still likes to use even such good decisions to trip us up...so maybe i dont have to deal with a cycle of heartbreak caused by immature children dating...but i still have to fight doubts and insecurites that like to weigh me down.
God still has to help me through my moments of impatience and confusion...
Either way....
This short time of me being a child...helps remind me of how we are all supposed to relate to our Father...to reach for Him with the beauty of a child-like faith.
i love Jesus...but I want to FALL-in-love with Him...
And i have heard some say...let Him be who you fall in love with ...until God brings you your earthly husband...
But I want Him to be my First Love..cuz without Him being our ultimate priority..how could we then truly love someone else...hmmm...i am rambling lol..im sorry haha
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| February 01, 2009 |
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Hey lady, Choosing not to date is awesome!! I would wait actually, God will lead you.
Glad to hear from ya!!
xoxo |
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| February 01, 2009 |
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I am actually in a relationship, but I believe that becoming closer to God would make things so much easier. I was hurt in previous relationships and with a father who chose drugs over family, so I'm not completely fair with my current boyfriend, but I believe becmoing closer to God will make my life so much better :) It's something I've been wanting to do for a long time.!! :) Thank you for this Cheryl! I appreciate you informing me about this!
Much Love,
Stephanie Hernandez |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| This was real special Cheryl...I LOVED THIS....You know it ain't nothing like being IN LOVE with JESUS....Awesome God....Awesome Saviour...He's the center of MY JOY...and in His Perfect timing...He SHALL send that husband......I'm waiting patiently (smile)........xoxoxo. |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Stephanie, your on the right path lady!
xoxo |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Marjay, I'm in the line with ya lady!!
I too am complete and full of joy in the wait!
xoxo |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| I choose not to date also, and I'm a bloke! Any room for us lot? LOL!!! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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LOL!! Blokes are invited!! LOL!!
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Hello Cheryl, very good teaching. I am married but my husband is not saved.
He and I are clearly unequally yoked. When we got married, 13 going on 14 years ago.
I was also living a life separate from God. God drew me out of darkness and into His marvellous light!!
Even though I have a earthy husband it has been very difficult at times and still is. I am brought to crying,
when I think of how much love our Lord has given me for 12 going on 13 years now.
I am forever grateful. There is no greater Love, Than His!! I will benefit from this study.
How can anyone go wrong with Gods word hidden in their heart and devotions to keep us encouraged.
Thank you Cheryl, and for all of you, who are single for what ever reason. I will pray that you continue to look to
Jesus for your comfort. He will be all that you need Him to be.
Gods Peace be with you. |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Cece, I understand what you are saying, my husband professed to be a Christian; however his living was clearly a non-believer, and even included Spiritual manipulation. Stand strong and let your witness be your light |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Just like a lighthouse; that's how Jesus shows us the way, His way that is the truth. I wonder how I can be a lighthouse for someone else in faith?
Thanks for posting this study!
Dayna |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Sis Cece - I know what being unequally yoked is like. I was being abused for going to church and serving God. It's very hard to be a submissive wife to someone who doesnt submit to God. I pray that the love that you receive from the Father be very much lavished on your husband, that you seek first the kingdom and all things will be added to you. I pray that you love the old man to death so that God can resurrect a new one in your husband. In Jesus name. Even after I separated from my husband I could see God's hand moving in his heart. I know that I know that my husband had been set apart for special attention (sancified) by me being a believer and married to him. God has surly heard your cries and is working on your behalf I can feel it in my Spirit. Be of good cheer sister God is on your side! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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I can relate to Sister Cece - my husband is not saved either. But you know what, when you know where your true love is and know that He will work on that unsaved person right along with you, it makes it a whole lot easier to deal with. Over the years I have seen my husband change in so many ways and I know it is Father who is whispering to him (Praise Him).
In times when no one hears you or even cares, my Father is there. When you have no other place to go or anyone to talk to, my Father is there. There is no greater LOVE than His and He doesn't put conditions on it. He just ask you to belive and obey.... Glory, Glory to His precious name. Where would I be without Him???
Thanks Cheryl.... |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Amen ladies! Stand strong in your marriage, God is right there and your gentle spirit will be a witness to your spouse. If you are in an abusive situation i highly recommend getting to a safe place and to separate for a SHORT time from your spouse, enter counseling also, even if he/she will not attend. |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Good stuff Cheryl...there's a lot being said here...I'm enjoying it as well! Thank you... :) |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Hey HOLLYWOOD!!!! xoxo |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Right now I don't have anyone in my life but you all and Jesus!
I've been hurt many times because I always stay true to Jesus and would not hurt Ladies the way they hurt me!But sometimes this road seems all to long but I have the light of the world Jesus!
Great Blog Little Sister! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Doyle, bro I got ya. Staying true to Christ is the answer!! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| GOOD POST.. |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Thank bro~ |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Cheryl, despite my journey towards singleness, I still Love, Love.
I Pray to one day have it back in my life.
I'm thankful for God's Love everyday.
Trust & Love is the Key. |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Terry, you are right, that is the desire in your heart lady...God fulfills the desires in our heart. Also, we must know and have a deep relationship with God; He is the true source for love and to meet our needs and then God provides whom He wants in our lives when we ask Him and wait for Him to answer it.
Just today, I meet a man who is single, I usually don't look at anyone with a judgement of pretty or nice looking, but he was crazy cute!! I started to pray, I want to see if this is from God for sure or whats up. Well see~ The desire in my heart is to be remarried, but the right guy, a true God guy has to come along, and it MUST ONLY be from God!
Love ya lady!~ |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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Honestly, it's easier by FAR serving the Lord, being single. Though we know God brought us together, both my husband and I have admitted, if we would do it again, knowing what we know now, we'd have remained single. No kidding! I know that the world pushes for everyone to "get it on" and get dating and all that trash, but like don't fill your head with all those movies and stuff that make things unrealistic; fill it, like Cheryl is saying here, basically with the best spouse ever: God, and His love for you, which is flawless. I know and believe it is a gift (especially for men) to remain single, but if you can, it's just like really awesome for your walk with God! Not that you can't serve Him with a spouse, but get ready for 'trouble in the flesh' just as the Apostle Paul said. So from this married lady I just wanna say to all you lovely single ladies, enjoy your one on one time with the Lord, and know also that not all of us married ladies are doing anything exciting on Valentine's day. We don't really even celebrate it. lol And if you are super duper duper duper wanting a man, keep asking, and wait for a good one from the Lord. It ain't worth it to go ahead of Him. Love ya'll! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Amen Lara, thank you for being honest and your words of wisdom! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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See how good our God is!! I return to these blogs to see the responses left by the
writer and of course from others.
Thank you Cheryl, I just keep on being who the Lord wants me to be. At times my light dims
but It is only for a moment.
mstovall2003, It is so true. God has me right where He wants me. My husband is slowly.... changing and I know he is set apart because of me. Praise the Lord for the changes in your Husband!!
Amy Valley Girl, Thank you for the prayer. I will confess, it is very hard to show him Love as a wife should.
He loves me and does not abuse me in any way for my beliefs. It's just his ways... of the world. I am professing his deliverance and his oobediance to God, calling those things that are not as if they are!!
Bless you all, wow Cheryl we've just begun this study and see how helpful it is!! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| God is good baby...God is good!! xoxo |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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"[14] You are the Light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.
[15] Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all.
[16] In the same way, let your light SHINE before Others, so that they may see your good works and give Glory to your Father who is in Heaven."
~Matthew 5:14-16 Praise him in private and he WILL bless you in public!!!! SHINE !!! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| Amen bro!!! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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| There is something different about you Cheryl. Something wonderful must have happened to you! |
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| February 02, 2009 |
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My daughter is safe! God is good. We go abck to court in April for a trial, but God has it under control!
Blessings bro~ |
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| February 03, 2009 |
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| I echo what Prophet Jay. Something got a hold of you my sister and it is a good thing. |
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| February 03, 2009 |
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| Thank you brother!!! |
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| February 03, 2009 |
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Wanted to just encourage you a bit with a little Funny...Hope to put a Smile on You Face !!
SOMEBODY'S RAISING THEIR KID RIGHT!
One Nation, "Under God".
One day a 6 year old girl was sitting in a classroom. The
teacher was
going to explain evolution to the children.
The teacher asked a little boy: Tommy do you see the tree outside?
TOMMY: Yes.
TEACHER: Tommy, do you see the grass outside?
TOMMY: Yes.
TEACHER: Go outside and look up and see if you can see the sky.
TOMMY: Okay. (He returned a few minutes later) Yes, I saw the s ky.
TEACHER: Did you see God up there?
TOMMY: No.
TEACHER: That's my point. We can't see God because he isn't there.
Possibly he just doesn't exist.
A little girl spoke up and wanted to ask the boy some questions.
The teacher agreed and the little girl asked the boy: Tommy, do
you see
the tree outside?
TOMMY: Yes.
LITTLE GIRL: Tommy do you see the grass outside?
TOMMY: Yessssss!
LITTLE GIRL: Did you see the sky?
TOMMY: Yessssss!
LITTLE GIRL: Tommy, do you see the teacher?
TOMMY: Yes
&nbs p;
LITTLE GIRL: Do you see her brain?
TOMMY: No
LITTLE GIRL: Then according to what we were taught today in
school, she
possibly may not even have one!
(You Go Girl!)
FOR WE WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT"
II CORINTHIANS 5:7
Don't forget to pass this on! I love this one. Everyone should
send this
to everyone they know, especially today with prayer restricted in
schools. Forward if you believe in GOD!!!!
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| February 03, 2009 |
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| LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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| February 03, 2009 |
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| Very nice !! this is kind of a chick conversation but I love your Hreart for The Lord!!!!! |
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| February 05, 2009 |
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Thank you, I am writing the next part...will post today or tomorrow
xoxo |
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| February 07, 2009 |
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| Just a thought....I want to say there will always be prayer in school as there will always be tests. |
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| February 07, 2009 |
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| Great Jackie!! haha Howdy!! |
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| February 09, 2009 |
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Amen Justin, and already there on the forgiveness part...Feel free to join SpeakUpMinistry.ning.com and SpeakUpMinistry on MyChurch and Facebook, it is an ministry site I founded through God's leading.
I look forward to reading your blog and encourage the ladies to do so also.
Thank bro~ |
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| February 09, 2009 |
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This is great Cheryl!
I LOVE BIBLE STUDY
I am an ADDICT of the Word and the Fellowship over it! |
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| February 09, 2009 |
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| Thanks lady! |
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| February 09, 2009 |
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What jumps out at me these days is the phrase: "if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, then we have fellowship with one another."
I do believe that this has much to do with Romans 11:33-12:2. We must truly be his disciple which means that we have given up all that we possess including our own life, and we must offer our bodies to God as a living sacrifice which is our spiritual worship. We then renew our minds and are transformed.
Until we are walking in that process we tend to "hide" in the darkness. We will not be transparent and acknowledge our faults to one another. I believe the proof positive for this is just to look at where we go to church. Is there genuine fellowship or not? If not, then why not?
When we're secretly struggling with issues and don't come into the light then we cannot possibly have fellowship with one another. If we come into the light and folks then beat us down then there will be the temptation to hide again. Stumbling blocks come, we just have to make a choice not to take offense and to remain in the light. Being transparent is more about seeing others delivered, and others comforted, than it's about us getting a good buzz off a great conversation. :-)
If we walk in the light... It is always a choice.
Blessings!
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| February 09, 2009 |
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Craig: You said it all!!!!
Bringing others to the Light is the only reason why I do this...wonderful!!
Thanks bro! |
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| February 15, 2009 |
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| Very beautiful, I love walking in the light w/ my Father. |
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| February 15, 2009 |
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Amen lady!!
xoxo |
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