Thank God…

Tuesday,June 30, 2009

This was sent to me by Victoria one of my E-Pals, and it is just so lovely and touching, I’d like to share it with you.

 

Look back and thank God.

Look forward and trust God.

Look around and serve God.

Look within and find God!

 

God closes doors no man can open and

God opens doors no name can close. If you

need God to open some doors for you, just

knock!

 

May God, Master and Creator of the

Universe give you peace, strength and wisdom

- God bless you, – Briggie ^i^

I’ve Learned #3…By Andy Rooney

Sunday,June 28, 2009

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I’ve Learned #2…By Andy Rooney

Sunday,June 21, 2009

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The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler

Wednesday,June 17, 2009

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I received an email about an amazing woman named Irena Sendler (see below) from my friend Doris.  I wanted to know more about Irena, so I decided to do some web searching to look into the story further.  I came across a blog that has a wonderful post about Irena so click HERE to read about Irena and her amazing courage.  In a world where so many of us focus on our problems and woes, this woman gave no thought to self.  In my humble opinion, Irena truly did what Jesus commanded us to do, love others and look after His flock.  May God bless you

 

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About a year ago, there was a death of a 98 year-old lady named Irena. During WWII, Irena, got permission to work in the Warsaw Ghetto, as a Plumbing/Sewer specialist. 

She had an ‘ulterior motive’ ….  She KNEW what the Nazi’s plans were for the Jews, (being German.) Irena smuggled infants out in the bottom of the tool box she carried and she carried in the back of her truck a burlap sack, (for larger kids.)

She also had a dog in the back that she trained to bark when the Nazi soldiers let her in and out of the ghetto.  The soldiers of course wanted nothing to do with the dog and the barking covered the kids/infants noises.  During her time of doing this, she managed to smuggle out and save 2500 kids/infants. 

She was caught,  and the Nazi s broke both her legs, arms and beat her severely.  Irena kept a record of the names of all the kids she smuggled out and kept them in a glass jar,  buried under a tree in her back yard.  After the war, she tried to locate any parents that may have survived it and reunited the family.  Most of course had been gassed.  Those kids she helped were placed into foster family homes or adopted.

Last year Irena was up for the Nobel Peace Prize … She was not selected.  Al Gore won, for a slide show on Global Warming.
LET’S SEND THIS ONE AROUND THE WORLD

GOD BLESS HER – May she rest in Peace.

II Chronicles 7:14 If My People Would Pray…

Monday,June 15, 2009

I am not sure who the original author of the email going around is, but I received this from my friend Daniel and decided I would like to post it (it’s in all caps – but I don’t think the author is screaming at anyone personally - maybe they are just screaming in general).  I am in total agreement that we must pray and lift up those in our government, regardless of our “political affiliation” and we must lift up our nation to God.  Please spread the word to all you can asking them to pray daily.  Take care and God bless you, and God bless America, in Jesus’ mighty name, Amen…Briggie ^i^

AFTER A DAY OF CONTEMPLATION AND SOUL SEARCHING, I HAVE DECIDED TO REACH OUT TO MY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES AND ASK YOU TO CONSIDER SOMETHING.  OUR NATION IS/HAS BEEN ON THE SLIPPERY SLOPE TO HELL FOR A LONG TIME.  

IF YOU LOOK AROUND YOU WILL FIND CORRUPTION, GREED, MORAL DECAY AND A STEADY MOVE AWAY FROM THE THINGS THAT MADE US GREAT.  THE PRINCIPLES UPON WHICH THIS NATION WAS FOUNDED ARE NO LONGER OUR BACKBONE.

HOWEVER, WE CAN REVERSE THIS TREND.  IN GOD’S WORD HE STATES,” IF MY PEOPLE WHO ARE CALLED BY MY NAME WILL HUMBLE THEMSELVES, AND PRAY AND SEEK MY FACE, AND TURN FROM THEIR WICKED WAYS,
THEN I WILL HEAR FROM HEAVEN, AND WILL FORGIVE THEIR SIN AND HEAL THEIR LAND.” 

I AM CONVINCED THAT WE MUST PRAY FOR OUR NATION AND ITS LEADERS AND ASK FOR FORGIVENESS. SO I ASK YOU TO JOIN ME IN THIS PLEA TO OUR LORD.  

WOULD YOU PLEASE SEND THIS TO AT LEAST 25 PEOPLE IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK, (SEND IT TO ALL OF THEM). ASK THEM TO PRAY EVERYDAY. 25 TO THE 5TH POWER IS 9,765,625 PEOPLE. IMAGINE IF EACH PERSON REACHES TEN OTHERS.  

IF YOU DO AND THEY COMPLY, WE WILL LIFT UP MILLIONS OF PRAYERS A DAY TO OUR CREATOR. HE WILL HEAR US AND IN FAITH WILL ANSWER. 

Let me just add a quote from Ronald Reagan:  ”If we ever forget that we’re one nation under God, then we will be a nation gone under.”   

I truly believe this is why the United States of America is in the shape we are in today.. Most people have forgotten that we are ONE NATION UNDER GOD! Let us as Christians stand up and remind people of this. ~ Have a Blessed Day!Please pray for our Nation…thanks.

I’ve Learned #1… By Andy Rooney

Sunday,June 14, 2009

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Put On The Full Armor Of God

Friday,June 5, 2009

 

One reason I love the weekend is because I get to catch up on the things I recorded on the DVR and any email I got during the week, not to mention I can sleep in!!  Well, it’s Friday and I’m catching up on email and once again, Joel Osteen’s message hits home for me and of course I’m going to share what he has to say.  This is a message I’m sure you’ve heard before, but it bares repeating, especially when you commit to pray for someone.  You must pray over yourself before you pray for someone else and putting on the armor of God is a very important part of prayer.  Take a moment to read his message.  Take care and God bless you in Jesus’ mighty name.  – Briggie ^i^

 

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places“  (Ephesians 6:11-12, NLT)


TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

God has equipped us to stand and fight every battle we will face in life. The Bible tells us in Ephesians chapter 6 that we are to put on the whole armor of God—everything that He has equipped us with. The armor tells a lot about how we are to fight our battles. If you study the armor of God, you’ll find that it only mentions things that cover the front of us. It talks about wearing the breastplate of righteousness which covers our chest, our heart. It talks about having our loins girt about with truth; it tells us to put on the helmet of salvation, and to protect our steps with the shoes of peace. Then it mentions the shield of faith and the sword of the Spirit.

But notice, interestingly enough, not one piece of that armor covers our back. Why is that? It’s because God never intended for us to be running from the enemy. If you’re running from adversity, then you’re leaving yourself wide open to the enemy. But if you’ll put on the whole armor of God and stand on His Word, you’ll move forward into the victory God has already prepared for you!


A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father in heaven, thank You for equipping me to overcome every challenge and obstacle I will ever face in life. I choose to put on the whole armor so that I can stand in victory the way You intend. I bless You always. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Prayer Request – Tom Gibford

Friday,June 5, 2009

Hello prayer warriors, this prayer request was sent by Daniel on behalf of Tom Gibford.  I know the power of prayer and I ask that you join me in lifting Tom up to the Lord.  Father, in the name of Your precious Son, Jesus, we lift Tom up to You.  He asks that Your will be done in his life and for his healing, and we stand in agreement.  Jesus, Your blood flows through Tom bringing life and healing.  We bind the tumor on his spinal cord in the name of Jesus and declare it dissolved.  We bind the enemy and any hold or plans to keep Tom from doing the will of God and spreading Your message Father God.  We loose healing upon him and declare his spinal cord healed in the perfection You created it in.  Lord may Your peace be upon Tom and his family.  We claim these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, amen.

Angel 3Daniel 12:3 Those who are wise will shine like the brightest of heavens, and those who turn many to righteousness will shine like stars forever and ever.

Carol asked for prayer for Tom Gibford.  While in San Francisco to attend a friend’s wedding, he experienced difficulty walking from the tumor on his spinal cord.  He had to fly to LA where he is to undergo radiation on his spine.  Tom is wanting the Lord’s will in this and we pray for his complete healing.  Please pass this on to those concerned.  Thank you.  We are with you Tom!
Cheryl Delhagen

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~Praise Be To God~

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Every Knee Shall Bow

Every Tongue Shall Confess

Jesus Christ is Lord!

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The Little Things In Life

Friday,June 5, 2009

My Mom sent this to me in an email and I wanted to share it with you.  Take care and God bless you,

Briggie ^i^

The L I T T L E ‘ Things~

As you might remember, the head of a company survived
9/11  because his son started kindergarten
.

Another fellow was alive because it was

His turn to bring donuts.


One woman was late because her

Alarm clock didn’t go off in time.


One was late because of being stuck on the NJ Turnpike

Because of an auto accident.


One of them

Missed his bus.


One spilled food on her clothes and had to take
Time to change.


One’s

Car wouldn’t start.


One couldn’t

Get a taxi.


T
he one that struck me was the man
Who put on a new pair of shoes that morning,
Took the various means to get to work
But before he got there, he developed
a  blister on his foot.


He stopped at a drugstore
to buy a Band-Aid.
That is why he is alive today..

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Now when I am

Stuck in traffic
,
Miss an elevator,

Turn back to answer a ringing telephone

All the little things that annoy me.
I think to myself,
This is exactly where

God wants me to be
At this very moment..

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Next time your morning seems to be

Going wrong
,

The children are slow getting dressed,

You can’t seem to find the car keys,

You hit every traffic light,

Don’t get mad or frustrated;

It May be just that

God is at work watching over you.

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May God continue to bless you
With all those annoying little things

And may you remember their possible purpose.

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Pass this on to someone else, if you’d like.
There is NO LUCK attached. If you don’t, it’s okay:

God’s Love Is Not Dependent On E-Mail or The Internet! 


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M E N
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Prayer Request – Sebastian and Isela

Thursday,June 4, 2009

Hello prayer warriors.  This request was sent to my friend Daniel and he has asked me to pass this on and lift this family up in prayer.  I know the God I serve and I know He has a plan and purpose for each of us. 

Father God, Jehovah Rophe, Creator of the Universe, You have this family in the palm of Your hand.  Touch Sebastian and heal him from cancer.  In the name of Jesus, I bind every disease, germ, virus and sickness in his body.  I bind cancer in the name of Jesus.  Lord, Your blood flows through him bring life and healing.  We speak healing to every cell, organ, tissue and bone marrow.  We loose the power of almighty God, Jehovah Rophe and speak healing to Sebastian’s body.  We speak peace over him and his family in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, amen. 

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This is the latest on my cousin, Sebastian Arrendondo.  He is only 3 years old and his mother Isela is pregnant.  I received this email from Sebastian’s grandmother this morning.  Please keep praying for both Sebastian and Isela.

WELL, SORRY TO SAY THAT SEBASTIAN HAS A HARDER ROAD TO RECOVERY THAN WE THOUGHT. HIS SURVIVAL AND CURE RATE WENT FROM 92% DOWN TO 75% AND IS CONSIDERED TO BE IN A HIGHER RISK CATAGORY NOW.

THEY FOUND MORE CANCER CELLS IN HIS BONE MARROW AFTER MONDAY’S TREATMENT.

HE WILL HAVE TO GO ON A MORE AGRESSIVE TREATMENT PLAN THAN WE THOUGHT.

THURSDAY THEY ARE RUNNING TESTS ON HIS HEART AND THEY ARE GIVING HIM ANOTHER CHEMO TREATMENT ON FRIDAY.THE NEW MEDS COULD AFFECT HIS HEART SO PLEASE–PLEASE  ASK EVERYONE YOU TALK TO TO PLEASE PRAY FOR HIM AND HIS FAMILY.

ISELA’S IN HER 20TH WEEK OF PREGNANCY, I BELIEVE ,  AND, AS YOU CAN EXPECT, IS UNDER SO MUCH STRESS W/ SEBASTIAN. I CAN ONLY HOPE AND PRAY THE NEW BABY DOESN’T  FEEL ALL THE STRESS HIS MOTHER IS UNDER.

MARISELA’S IS FEELING IT TOO AND HAS A LOT OF FEARS ABOUT HER LITTLE BROTHER BEING SICK.

JUST KEEP THOSE PRAYERS COMING AND GOD BLESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I BELIEVE IN MIRACLES…………….

A Prayer Worth Sharing

Wednesday,June 3, 2009

I received this in an email from my dear friend Marie.  While I dislike emails that come saying to pass along to X number of friends, I love sharing a good message or prayer.  I found this prayer to be so simple and sweet yet so powerful that I wanted to share it with you.  Take care and may God, the Creator and Master of the universe bless you and keep you in His care.

Love in Christ Yeshua,

Briggie ^i^

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Be  Still
This prayer is powerful, and prayer is one of the best gifts we receive.
There is no cost but a lot of  rewards.
Let’s always pray for one another.

The  prayer:

Father,

Thank You for each and every day You have blessed us here on earth.  Thank You for Your tender mercies.  Thank You for giving us friends and family to share these Internet joys with.  I ask You to bless my friends, relatives and those I care deeply for who are reading this right now.  Where there is joy, give them continued joy, Where there is pain,  give them Your peace and mercy. Where there is self-doubt, release a  renewed confidence. Where there is need, fulfill their needs. Bless  their homes, families, finances, their goings and their comings

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Urgent Prayer Request – Neviaeh – Amber Alert!!

Friday,May 29, 2009

I received this prayer request from Daniel, a dear brother in Christ Yeshua and I am asking that you immediately pray and pass this along.  I have listed the information below and have put a prayer request for Neviaeh as well.  If anyone has any additional information, please share it with us.

Person needing Prayer: Michigan Amber Alert
Requestors Email: Anonymous
The State of Michigan issued the Amber Alert early Monday morning (05-25) after the girl was apparently abducted while playing in front of her apartment complex in Monroe Sunday evening (05-24). The girl was last seen at about 8:15 PM playing with her scooter. The scooter was later found in the parking lot of the apartment complex. Due to the nature of her disappearance the child is considered to be in extreme danger. Neviaeh Amyah Buchanan a 5 year old white female, 3′8″, 45 pounds with brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a red, white and blue striped shirt, knee length blue jeans. There is no suspect information available at this time. There is no suspect vehicle information available at this time. Anyone with information is asked to call the Monroe County Sheriff at 734-243-7070 or dial 911. More information may be available at http://codeamber.c.topica.com/maam63babQuYwciDrpSbafpLR8/

 

Dear prayer warriors, pray with me…

Dear God, please send Your angels to watch over Neviaeh and protect her.  Lord God, touch the heart of whomever has taken this precious jewel so they are compelled to return her to her family.  In the name of Jesus, I pray the blood over her to safeguard her and protect her from all harm.  Father, light the way to where she is and guide those looking for her.  Bring to light anyone or anything that will guide them to her, in Jesus name, amen.

-Briggie ^i^

Prayer Request – Jess

Wednesday,May 27, 2009

Please join me in lifting Jess up to the Lord.  She is asking for healing in her body as she is having some medical problems.  She is also asking for prayer over her children that they might prosper in the Lord.

God, Creator and Master of the Universe, we come to you on behalf of Jess and ask that you look upon her with favor.  Jehovah Rophe, You are the ultimate healer and while we do not know what she needs healing from, You Father God know all, so we ask that You touch Jess and bring healing to whatever areas she needs. 

Lord, Your blood runs through her body bringing life and healing so we declare that her organs, tissues, cells, arteries, muscles and bone all function in perfect health.  Jesus, You bore all our sickness on the cross, You took our pain on Your body, so by Your stripes we know that Jess is healed according to Your will and purpose for her life  In Your precious name we bind all sickness and disease and command them to flee for they have no power over Jess.  We command Jess’ blood to cleanse and destroy every disease, germ and virus that tries to inhabit her body. Her body is a temple of the Holy Ghost, therefore we charge her body in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the authority of His holy Word to be healed and made whole in Jesus’ mighty name, amen.

Prayer Update

Wednesday,May 27, 2009

Hello and God bless you.  Back in September 2008 I was asked to post a prayer request about a married couple who were starting a church.  Well, God is truly blessing their ministry and has provided their church with just about everything they needed from furniture to members.  Their church is growing and they have so many different cultures and religious affiliations represented.  They have some people from Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Guatemala and Mexico.

Their friend Jess has asked us to lift the pastors up before the Lord as their home has just gone into foreclosure.  This is nothing more than the enemy trying to put an end to the good work they are doing for God and to the spreading of His Word.

Please pray that God’s will be done, whether it is for them to keep their home, have their debts dissolved, or to be blessed with another home for less money.  God’s Word said that whatever we bind on earth is bound in heaven, and whatever we loose on earth is loosed in heaven.  In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, I bind the enemy over their finances.  I break the hold the enemy has over their home and loose the finances and resources of heaven and break the bonds of debt.  By the authority of Your Word Lord, I bind every force that comes against their financial prosperity and declare all curses set against them NULL and VOID.  In the mighty name of Jesus, they are redeemed from the curse of poverty and free from oppression.  I loose the full abundance of God all pray that all that rightfully belongs to them comes to them under the grace of God and in His perfect way, in Jesus name, amen.

Prayer Request – Craig

Saturday,May 23, 2009

Hello prayer warriors.  I have been asked by Cindy to lift her son Craig up to the Lord in prayer.

He has been ill and the doctors are unable to give a diagnosis as to what is causing him to be sick.  Cindy tells me that his stomach is affected but also asks that we pray for healing in his back as well.

Charles Capps says that, “God’s Word is PERFECT SPIRITUAL LAW (Ps. 19:7).  It is SUPERNATURAL MEDICINE.”  I know that there is power in God’s Word and that when we speak these Words, we take them from the spiritual realm and give power to them in the physical realm.

Lord God, Master and Creator of the Universe, we come to you and lift Craig up before you.  Lord, the doctors say his illness is a mystery, but we know that this is no mystery for You.  The doctors told Craig not to come back to them because there is nothing they can do for him, but we know You can do all things. 

Father, we know that if it is Your will, you can touch him and heal him miraculously, so in the name of Jesus we ask You to touch him and release him from sickness in his stomach and his back.  We also know that You use doctors to heal, so if it is Your will, reveal to the doctors the cause for his sickness and use the doctors to bring about his healing.  God, Your Word says that whatever we bind on earth is bound in heaven, so we bind the enemy and darkness over Craig’s illness.  Your Word also said whatever we loose on earth is loosed in heaven, so we loose the power of light to reveal the cause of Craig’s sickness and loose healing in his body. 

Jesus, You bore our sins upon Your back on the cross to make us free from the sins of death, so we are alive unto God.  By Your stripes, Craig is healed and made whole.  God, Your Word brings life and healing and by Your Word, Craig is healed.  Jesus, You bore our illnesses so in Your name, we refuse to allow sickness to dominate Craig’s body.  Your blood brings life which flows through Craig bringing healing to every fiber of his being.  Body, we speak the Word of Faith to you and demand that every cell, artery, tissue, organ, bones and marrow perform a perfect work, for you are a temple of the Holy Ghost.  We charge you body in the perfect name of Jesus Christ and by the authority of His holy name and Word to be healed and made whole. 

Lord, I pray for Your perfect peace to surround Craig and his family and ask that you place Your angels around them in Jesus mighty and precious name, amen.

Praise Report – Marge

Thursday,May 14, 2009

I just received wonderful news from Doris that I can’t wait to share with you, and I want to thank each and everyone of you that visit this site, and pray for those listed.  I ask a special blessing from God for each of you that He bless you and keep you in His constant care.

Back in April I posted a prayer request for Marge. Praise God her husband has shared that she was given a clean bill of health from her doctor!  Of course we all know that the ultimate Doctor – Jehovah Rophe already knew what the outcome would be!  Her biopsy showed no cancer, praise God.  He is so awesome!  Doris and her family want to say thank you and God bless you, for all your prayers and well wishes.

Shout praises to God, Master of the Universe over all that is seen and unseen and give Him thanks and praise for all He does for us.

 

If you have a prayer request you would like me to share with our readers, please leave me a comment.  Indicate if you want the prayer to be private (I will reply to your email address and not post the comment) or public (I will post a request on my blog).  Remember, there is power in our words, and power in prayer and when two or more are gathered in His name in agreement on a thing, there is true anointing and power!

Set Your Day

Monday,May 11, 2009

Well, things have been so hectic here the past few months, more specifically that past 4-5 weeks.  My husband has been very ill, and now is on the road to recovery (I haven’t posted a prayer request but please lift him up to God and ask for continued miraculous healing in his left ankle), all praises to God and thanks to those of you who have lifted us up in prayer.  Our finances have taken yet another downward spiral, my son’s job cut back his hours, my daughter was laid off, my son’s car is dead, my car needed costly repairs, my husband has been out of work for over 2 months due to a series of illnesses and hospitalizations, I lost several weeks from work while caring for my husband and just went back today to be given a warning that my job is jeopardy as I have no more paid time off (I didn’t qualify for FMLA because I wasn’t employed there for a year yet) and my next call out will result in another warning and possible loss of my job, not to mention lots of other day to day problems.  Why am I going on like this??? Well, it’s to say that the enemy is working overtime in my life right now and he is stealing my joy!  I am focusing on what is wrong and not on God!  I am giving in to the defeat and not proclaiming my victory and as I have always said before, I visit my email inbox and there is a message from Joel Osteen Ministries and the message is right on time so you know I have to share it with you too!  God bless you all, Briggie ^i^

To receive daily messages from Joel Osteen Ministries, click HERE

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“Set your minds and keep them set on what is above (the higher things), not on the things that are on the earth”
(Colossians 3:2, AMP)


TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

Have you ever been laying in bed in the morning and out of nowhere you’re reminded of all the mistakes you made yesterday and all the problems you have in your future? That’s the enemy trying to set your mind for a negative, defeated, lousy day, but you don’t have to fall into that trap.

The Scripture says, “Set your mind and keep it set on the higher things.” This tells us that we have to be proactive. We have to stay on the offensive. When you get up in the morning, have the attitude that David did in the Psalms and say, “This is another day the Lord has made! No matter how I feel, no matter what the economy looks like, no matter what the medical report says, I am choosing to rejoice. I am choosing to be happy this day.” You know what you’re really saying? You’re saying, “I’m not going to let other people steal my joy today. I’m not going to let disappointments and setbacks discourage me. I’m not going to focus on my problems and my mistakes. I’m making up my mind to embrace everything the Lord has in store for me!”


A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father in heaven, I choose to set my day by setting my mind on things above. I choose to shake off the cares of yesterday and focus on everything You have in store for me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

One Flaw In women

Saturday,May 9, 2009

My dear friend Doris sent this to me in an email and I wanted to share it with you.  It touched my heart and I know it will touch yours as well.  I pray that each of you know how very much you are loved and valued by your heavenly Father and those whose lives you touch, in Jesus’ name, amen…Briggie ^i^

 

Women have strengths that amaze men…

They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy.

They smile when they want to scream.

They sing when they want to cry.

They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.

They fight for what they believe in.

They stand up to injustice.

They don’t take “no” for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.

They go without so their family can have. 

They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.

They love unconditionally.

They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.

They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.

Their hearts break when a friend dies.

They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.

They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.

Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.

They’ll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.

The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.

They bring joy, hope and love.

They have compassion and ideas.

They give moral support to their family and friends.

Women have vital things to say and everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.

You Have Been Planted

Saturday,May 2, 2009

Again, another timely word from Joel Osteen in my email and I wanted to share it with you.  May God bless you and keep you, strengthen and bless you and grant you peace that surpasses all understanding, in the precious name of Jesus, Yeshua Ha’Mashiach.  – Briggie ^i^


TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain”
(John 12:24, NKJ)


TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

We all face difficulties and challenges in life. But you have to remember, as a believer in Jesus, you have the life-giving seed of Almighty God on the inside of you. When you go through disappointments or tough times, you may feel like you’ve been buried. You may feel like you’re in a dark, lonely place. You may feel like it’s the end, but in reality, it’s only the beginning. The fact is, you haven’t been buried; you have been planted. That means you’re coming back. And not only are you coming back, but you’re coming back in increase, better and stronger than before.

In those tough times, you’ve got to draw the line in the sand. Make a declaration, “This difficulty is not going to bury me. This loss, this disappointment, this injustice is not going to cause me to give up on my dreams. I refuse to live in self-pity. I know I am a seed. That means I cannot be buried. I can only be planted. I may be down, but it’s only temporary. I know I’m not only coming back, I’m coming back even better than I was before!”


A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father in heaven, thank You for filling me with Your life-giving seed. I choose today to focus on the potential for my future. I know that I will overcome every obstacle by Your power that is at work in me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Rejoice In The difficult Times

Saturday,May 2, 2009

If you don’t already subscribe to the daily messages from Joel Osteen I strongly urge you to do so.  It never ceases to amaze me how God uses Joel to send me messages of encouragement or correction exactly when I need to hear it.   I know I haven’t requested prayer, but right now my family is going through a very difficult time and just when you think I my plate is full and I am  at my limit, something else gets piled on the plate.  I won’t say that God is testing me, but I will say that I am being pushed to my physical, emotional, financial and spiritual limits.  I know God is in control and without Him I can do nothing.  I look forward to the person I will be when I come out on the other side of the valley.  You can click here to sign up for the daily message from Joel Osteen as well as see streaming video or podcasts.  Take care and know that God is in control, so surrender all to Him and He will see you through. – Briggie ^i^

 

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation”
(Romans 5:3-4, NLT).


TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

Did you know that the way you handle your adversities has a huge impact on your success in life? If you shrink back, choose to get bitter, and lose your enthusiasm, then you are allowing the difficulties of life to bury you. You are allowing hardship to keep you from your God-given destiny. But if you choose to keep pressing forward with a smile on your face, rejoicing even in the hard times, you are allowing God’s character to be developed inside of you. You are setting yourself up for promotion.

Did you know that the only difference between a piece of black coal and a priceless diamond is the amount of pressure that it’s endured? When you stand strong in the midst of the trials and difficulties in life, when you allow God to shape and mold your character, it’s like going from a piece of coal to a priceless diamond. Those difficulties are going to give way to new growth, new potential, new talent, new friendships, new opportunities, new vision. You’re going to see God develop your life in ways that you’ve never even dreamed!


A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father in heaven, thank You for giving me strength to overcome every obstacle in life. I choose to rejoice no matter what may come against me because I know You are working all things together for my good. Thank You for developing Your character in me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.