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Spiritual Training 22 November 2011

Posted: November 22, 2011 in Battle of the Mind, business pratices, Spiritual Training, The book of John, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Jesus encounters crucial events in Jerusalem
Lazarus Becomes Sick and Dies

John 11:5-7 Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. Yet when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days. Then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.”

Jesus loved this family and often stayed with them. He knew their pain but did not respond immediately. His delay had a specific purpose. God’s timing, especially his delays, may make us think he is not answering or is not answering the way we want. But he will meet all our needs according to his perfect schedule and purpose (Philippians 4:19). Patiently await his timing.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 21:02 Wisdom for the Soul

Posted: November 21, 2011 in Acceptance, Battle of the Mind, Beliefs, Spiritual Training, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Proverbs 21:2 – All a man’s ways seem right to him but the LORD weighs the heart 

People can find an excuse for doing almost anything, but God looks behind the excuses to the motives of the heart.  We often have to make choices in areas where the right action is difficult to discern.  We can help ourselves make such decisions by trying to identify our motives first and then asking.  “Would God be pleased with my real reasons for doing this?” God is not pleased when we do good deeds only to receive something in return.

 

Spiritual Training 21 November 2011

Posted: November 21, 2011 in Spiritual Training, The book of John, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Jesus encounters crucial events in Jerusalem
Lazarus Becomes Sick and Dies

John 11:1-4 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair. So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.”(4)When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory” so that God’s Son may be glorified through it.”

Any trial a believer faces can ultimately bring glory to God, because God can bring good out of any bad situation. (Genesis 50:20; Romans 8:28). When trouble comes, do you grumble, complain, and blame God, or do you see your problems as opportunities to honor him?

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 18:06 Wisdom for the Soul

Posted: November 18, 2011 in Spiritual Training, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Proverbs 18.06 A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.   

A fool prefers talking to listening, especially when being corrected. He would rather argue and contradict than humble himself to instruction. Lacking respect for authority and others, he speaks out when he ought to be silent. His rebellious speech leads to fighting, and his inappropriate remarks beg for someone to beat him with a rod

Fools cannot control their mouths. Fools talk a lot. They talk without thinking; and they talk when they should not. They are disrespectful and irritating. They question things that are not to be questioned.” A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul”

Fools have no discretion. They do not know that different situations call for different words and tones. Their quarrelsome approach to conversation is offensive and confrontational, resulting in hurt feelings, contention, and strife. They cause fights, and they deserve to be beaten!

Paul commanded saints to always speak with grace. If any salty correction or debate is needed, only a small amount is to be used. Wide-open debate and bickering are wrong . Saints do not argue in extended blustery exchanges about anything! Once a fool has been corrected, no more air or words should be wasted on him. Let him fall into his ditch.

But fools will be meddling. They want to question everything. They want to argue any and every point. They want to object. They want to get their two-cents in. They want to remember past offences. They want to correct details. They want to whisper about others. They are saucy and insolent. They are critical and negative. They are crude and rude. They are fools – they cause contention and fights – they deserve to be beaten severely.

Spiriual Training 18 November 2011

Posted: November 18, 2011 in Battle of the Mind, Bible Study, Spiritual Training, The book of John, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Jesus encounters crucial events in Jerusalem

John 11:1-3 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair. So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.”

As their brother grew very sick, Mary and Martha turned to Jesus for help. They believed in his ability to help because they had seen his miracles. We too know of Jesus miracles, both from Scripture and through changed lives we have seen. When we need extraordinary help, Jesus offers extraordinary resources. We should not hesitate to ask him for assistance.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 17:09 Wisdom for the Soul

Posted: November 17, 2011 in Bible Study, Spiritual Training, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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 Proverbs 17:9 – He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.    

This proverb is saying that we should be willing to forgive others’ sins against us.  Covering over offenses is necessary to any relationship.  It is tempting, especially in an argument, to bring up all the mistakes the other person has ever made.  Love however, keeps its mouth shut-difficult though that may be.  Try never to bring anything into an argument that is unrelated to the topic being discussed.  As we grow to be like Christ, we will acquire God’s ability to forget the confessed sins of the past.

Spiritual Training 17 Novermber 2011

Posted: November 17, 2011 in Bible Study, Spiritual Training, The book of John, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Religious Leaders Surround Jesus at the Temple

John 10:31-39 Again the Jews picked up stones to stone him, but Jesus said to them, “I have shown you many great miracles from the Father. For which of these do you stone me?” We are not stoning you for any of these, “replied the Jews, “but for blasphemy, because you, a mere man, claim to be God.” Jesus answered them, “Is it not written in your Law, I have said you are gods? If he called them gods, to whom the word of God came and the Scripture cannot be broken, what about the one whom the Father set apart as his very own and sent into the world? Why then do you accuse me of blasphemy because I said, I am God’s Son? Do not believe me unless I do what my Father does. But if I do it, even though you do not believe me, believe the miracles that you may know and understand that the Father is in me, and I in the Father.”Again they tried to seize him but he escaped their grasp.

The Jewish leaders attempted to carry out the directive found in Leviticus 24:16 regarding those who blaspheme (claim to be God). They intended to stone Jesus.

If God called the Israelite leaders gods because they were agents of God’s revelation and will, how could it be blasphemy for Jesus to call himself the Son of God? Jesus was rebuking the religious leaders, because he is the Son of God in a unique, unparalleled relationship of oneness with the Father.

“The Scripture cannot be broken” is a clear statement of the truth of the Bible. If we accept Christ as Lord, we also must accept his testimony to the Bible as God’s Word.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Spiritual Training 16 November 2011

Posted: November 16, 2011 in Bible Study, Inspiration, Personal Growth, Spiritual Training, The book of John, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Religious Leaders Surround Jesus at the Temple

John 10:24-30 The Jews gathered around him, saying, “How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.” Jesus answered, “I did tell you, but you do not believe. The miracles I do in my Father’s name speak for me, but you do not believe because you are not my sheep. My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.”

Many people asking for proof do so for the wrong reasons. Most of these questioners didn’t want to follow Jesus in the way that required them to submit to his leadership. They hoped that Jesus would declare himself Messiah for perverted reasons. These doubters hoped he would identify himself so they could accuse him of telling lies.

Just as a shepherd protects his sheep, Jesus protects his people from eternal harm. While believers can expect to suffer on earth, Satan cannot harm their soul or take away their eternal life with God. There are many reasons to be afraid here on earth because this is the devil’s domain. But if you choose to follow Jesus, he will give you everlasting safety.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 16:5 Wisdom for the Soul

Posted: November 16, 2011 in Acceptance, Bible Study, Encourgement, Happiness, Inspiration, Personal Growth, Spiritual Training, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Proverbs 16:5 – The LORD detest all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.

Pride is the inner voice that whispers, “My way is best” It is resisting God’s leadership and believing that your are able to live without his help. Whenever you find yourself wanting to do it your way and looking down on other people, you are being pulled by pride. Only when you eliminate pride can God help you become all he meant you to be.

 

Proverbs 15:01 Wisdom for the Soul

Posted: November 15, 2011 in Bible Study, Spiritual Training, trust in the Lord with all your heart, Uncategorized, Under Gods Command
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Proverbs 15:1 –A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Have you ever tried to argue in a whisper? It is equally hard to argue with someone who insists on answering gently. On the other hand, a rising voice and harsh words almost always trigger and angry response. To turn away wrath and seek peace, choose gentle words.

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