Don't Dim the Light!

There are many people in our world that do not know what really pleases God and what will get them into Heaven. 

It is what we do unto others and how we treat others is what pleases God. (Luke 6:31) If we show partiality to the rich and oppress the poor, if we show partiality to a certain race, or show partiality to a child, or neglect our family over work; or as a teacher, neglect those who are struggling in a subject, or as a coach neglect the ones who want to play verses the ones who know how to play, your heart is not in the “right” place. 

We can dim the light in people, a child, a friend, or a spouse by our words and actions - and it’s ONLY because our hearts are not pruned yet per say. Which means we can break their spirit and cause them to regress instead of progress. Especially those who say they are Christians instead of allowing their actions to show it. 

If many who are reading this, do not know God’s character, or spend time with Him by reading the Bible, you can easily fall prey to Satan's lies that coax you into thinking your actions are approved and acceptable by God.  

James 2:1-8 AMP

Light cannot be put out by darkness

1 My fellow believers, do not practice your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ with an attitude of partiality [toward people—show no favoritism, no prejudice, no snobbery]. 2 For if a man comes into your meeting place wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in dirty clothes also comes in, 3 and you pay special attention to the one who wears the fine clothes, and say to him, “You sit here in this good seat,” and you tell the poor man, “You stand over there, or sit down [on the floor] by my footstool,” 4 have you not discriminated among yourselves, and become judges with wrong motives? 5 Listen, my beloved brothers and sisters: has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and [as believers to be] heirs of the kingdom which He promised to those who love Him? 6 But you [in contrast] have dishonored the poor man. Is it not the rich who oppress and exploit you, and personally drag you into the courts of law? 7 Do they not blaspheme the precious name [of Christ] by which you are called?

8 If, however, you are [really] fulfilling the royal law according to the Scripture, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself [that is, if you have an unselfish concern for others and do things for their benefit]” you are doing well.

There is always hope and plenty of room for change and growth. However, change comes from knowing Jesus Christ and allowing Him in your heart.

I pray that those who are reading this turn your hearts and mind towards God and let Him change  you from glory to glory - if you have not already done so. Your life will NEVER be the same and you will have more peace and joy then ever before! 

A New Year! What Will it Bring?

None of us know what 2024 is going to bring. 

Ecclesiastes 3:1-10 AMPC says: 

1 To everything there is a season, and a time for every matter or purpose under heaven: 

2 A time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to pluck up what is planted,

3 A time to kill and a time to heal, a time to break down and a time to build up,

4 A time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance,

5 A time to cast away stones and a time to gather stones together, a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,

6 A time to get and a time to lose, a time to keep and a time to cast away,

7 A time to rend and a time to sew, a time to keep silence and a time to speak,

8 A time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.

9 What profit remains for the worker from his toil?

10 I have seen the painful labor and exertion and miserable business which God has given to the sons of men with which to exercise and busy themselves

*(Read the full chapter in your quiet time)* 

What does remain constant and is reliable is Jesus and His love for us all. 

Life is not always going to be filled with joy, nor is it always going to be filled with sadness either. Everything has its seasons and time. It is good and profitable for us all to seek that which is good and righteous so that when storms do come, we can weather them with a good temper and trust in God knowing He is ALWAYS with us and will never forsake us during those times we feel alone. 

My prayer for you all is ask God to bless you in all you do, say, and become. I pray you live life according to His purpose and plan, and seek that which is good - ALWAYS! Which is our Father in Heaven! 

If you do not know Jesus, receive Him right now in your hearts so that you will have an Anchor (steady and unwavering)  that will direct your path and keep your hearts and minds at rest during the storms, as well as rejoice and be glad of His goodness and blessings that come upon you because God is a good God. 

If you are ready to receive God and become a believer, Say this prayer out loud: 

Jesus I want to live a life of righteousness. I am ready to be transformed and changed. Your Word says that if you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. I do believe You are the Son of God and I do believe God raised you from the dead. I receive you in my heart right now. I believe I am saved and I am ready to begin my new life as a believer. In Jesus name! Amen! 

Welcome to the Family! Get in a good Bible- based Church to continue building your relationship with Jesus. 

Have a blessed and prosperous New Year in every area of your life! God bless you!