If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who will not obey the voice of his father; or the voice of his mother, and, though they chastise him, will not give heed to them, then his father and his mother shall take hold of him and bring him out to the elders of his city at the gate of the place where he lives, and they shall say to the elders of his city, "This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a glutton and a drunkard." Then all the men of the city shall stone him to death with stones; so you shall purge the evil from your midst; and all Israel shall hear, and fear.

-Deuteronomy 21:18-21

TWO-FACED CHRISTIAN

“No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other.” – Matthew 6:24


A woman asked a priest to officiate the blessing of her newly-opened grocery store. The blessing was scheduled on a particular date. On that day, a typhoon hit Metro Manila and all the streets surrounding her grocery were flooded. The priest called the lady and asked if they could postpone the blessing of the place. But the lady insisted since her “stars” revealed that that was a lucky day. So, with their feet submerged in water, the blessing pushed through.
How often do we succumb to these kinds of practices? On New Year’s Eve, some people wear polka dots, put coins in their pockets or buy 12 kinds of round fruits for good luck. Others consult their horoscopes or a fortuneteller to guide them in their decisions.
Most people say, “I’ve got nothing to lose when I do these things.” But as professed Christians, we need to be vigilant regarding what we get ourselves into. By believing in superstitions, we are offending God and opening ourselves to danger. The first commandment states, “I am the Lord Your God; you shall not have strange gods before Me.”
Who do you worship? Our choices and our actions reveal whose side we are on.

Makea decision today to worship God alone and renounce all other gods in your life.

Lord, forgive me for having offended You. You are my Lord and my All

Father, thank you for Your goodness,
Blessings from above;
Keep me in the name of Jesus
In Your love.

Father, thank you for Your Spirit,
Ever keep me true;
Guard and lead me in Your power
Serving You.

Father, thank you for Your presence,
Ever with me stay;
Resting in the peace of Jesus
Day by day.
Resting in the peace of Jesus
Day by day. AMEN
LORD BLESS OUR JOURNEY
(THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE FOR ALWAYS SHARING HERE .

Be strong, vigorous and very courageous.
Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1: 9

Thanks for sharing us the inspiring words of God here jego ryu, I do always check for the news posts here everyday! I like this one especially, since I sometimes feel so afraid thinking of an unsure future that makes me weak sometimes...But reading these words lifts me up!God bless you...

BIG HUGS to you jen... your visa will come soon... it will come in God's perfect time. I know these may seem to be empty words since I didn't go through the same long wait for visa but pls know that I do include you in my prayers.

Pls stay strong. Magka wrinkles baya ka sige huna2x... It will come soonest jud.

God be your constant refuge and strength.

SHEPHERED OF MY SOUL

Shepherd of my soul I give you full control,
Wherever You may lead I will foll-ow.
I have made the choice to listen for Your voice,
Wherever You may lead I will go.

Be it in a quiet pasture or by a gentle stream,
The Shepherd of my soul is by my side.
Should I face a mighty mountain or a valley dark and deep,
The Shepherd of my soul will be my guide.

Shepherd of my soul Oh You have made me whole,
Where'er I hear You call how my teaars flow.
How I feel your love how I want to serve
I gladly give my heart to You O – Lord.

Be it in the flowing river or in the quiet night,
The Shepherd of my soul is by my side.
Should I face the stormy weather or the dangers of this world.
The Shepherd of my soul will be my guide.

Thank You for the cross, the mighty cross,

That God Himself should die for such as us,

And everyday we're changed

Into Your image more and more,

Yes, by the cross we've truly been transformed.



CHORUS:



And we're so amazed, and we give You praise

That You would save us at such a cost.

We're so amazed, and we give You praise

For the pow - er of the cross,

For the pow - er of the cross.

“Nothing is concealed that will not be revealed, nor secret that will not be known.” – Matthew 10:26
No secret can be kept hidden forever — especially with God. Secrets have an uncanny way of revealing themselves at the most unexpected times and unlikely places. If you think nobody’s looking while you indulge in your clandestine affair, think again.
At Judgment Day, there will no longer be secrets. As we come before our Maker, I imagine there’ll be a big screen where our entire life will be shown for everyone to see. Every emotion, every action, every thought and every deed will be revealed. Dina Pecaña

Are there secrets you think you can hide from the Lord?

Lord, may You flood the dark recesses of my secret life with the light of Your truth.

hi jen,,,,cheer up,,,i know your time will come,,,laging my plan si lord sa atin.,were so lucky kasi nasa atin si lord...he is really great,,,thanks for dropping here always,,,i pray for you jen,,hug ,godbless.......

hi gay thank you i really like the song ,,so touching,,,kaiyak

hi lea....yes you cant hide anything from him.....thanks for sharing....

T"HANK YOU GOD FOR YOUR UNFAILING LOVE"

Thank you so much jego ryu,for including me to your prayers and for the sweet words of thoughtfulness It really means special to me...Thanks for being such an angel...God bless you and your family always...

Thank you so much Gay for the nice and uplifting words... I know it´s all in God´s hands, I always pray for His strength to keep me goin and thats why I always feel blessed to be included to your prayers cause it really means so special to me...Thanks so much again ha?
Take care, God bless you always...

Jesus said: Come to Me, all you who are weary
and I will give you rest. Matthew 11: 28

“For as you judge, so will you be judged, and the measure with which you measure will be measured out to you.” – Matthew 7:2

Father, in Your mercy help me judge myself according to the truth of Your Word. Forgive me and make me a new person today.

Lord Jesus, You are the King of kings,
Reign over our life, Lord
and guide us in all my decisions today.
Help us to be Your faithful witness,
at home, with our family,
with friends and neighbours
and any stranger that we may meet.
May we be loving and gentle to all,
not hurting anyone by a thoughtless remark or deed;
and not to be easily offended ourself.
we need all the help that You can give us.
Thank you, Lord Jesus. Amen
BLESS OUR JOURNEY OH LORD

The Lord will guide you always. Isaiah 58: 11 (NIV)

"God is our refuge and strength,a very present help in trouble"[color="#48D1CC"][/color] ~ Psalm 46:1

For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10: 3-4

I Offer My Life

All that I am, all that I have
I lay them down before you, O Lord
All my regrets, all my acclaim
The joy and the pain I'm making them Yours.

Refrain:
Lord I offer my life to You
Everything I've been through
Use it for Your glory
Lord, I offer my days to You
Lifting my praise to You
As a pleasing sacrifice
Lord, I offer You my life.

Things in the past, things yet unseen,
Wishes and dreams that are yet to come true.
All of my hopes, all of my plans,
My heart and my hands are lifted to You (Refrain)

Bridge:
What can we give that You have not given,
And what do we have that is not already Yours.
All we possess are these lives we're living.
And that's what we give to You, Lord (Refrain)

lets pray that the people in the affected areas will experience God’s mercy and kindness through the outpouring of concern, compassion and humanitarian assistance. Despite the enormity of the devastation and the immensity of the tragedy, it is our fervent prayer that “neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God, in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39)

lift up mine eyes to the hills--from where will my help come?
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2





God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

Jude 1:24-25
Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into his glorious presence without a single fault. All glory to him who alone is God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord. All glory, majesty, power, and authority are his before all time, and in the present, and beyond all time! Amen.

John 14:27
"I am leaving you with a gift--peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give isn't like the peace the world gives. So don't be troubled or afraid."

“No matter how much tarnish you think is on the tabernacle of your heart you still shine because of God’s love.”
.....Mark Woodward



Amen!

This is the day that the Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalms 118: 24

LORD
Help us not worry when things don't go the way they expect. Jesus said we're not to fret, not to worry, not to let our hearts be troubled or afraid. He said we're to trust in You— and also in Him. May it be so in their lives and ministry, no matter how impossible things seem. (John 14:1, 27b)

Keep us from worrying about tomorrow, for each day has enough trouble of its own. When such trouble comes, help them to cast all their anxiety on Christ because He cares for them. (Matthew 6:34; 1 Peter 5:7)

Help us not to be anxious about anything but to pray about everything with thanksgiving—for when they do, You'll give them Your peace that surpasses their understanding, and such peace guards their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6–7)

Keep our minds steadfast in trusting You, and give them Your perfect peace. May they turn to the Lord of Peace who will give them peace at all times, in every way. (Isaiah 26:3; 2 Thessalonians 3:16)

Help us leave every worry at Your feet where it belongs.

In Jesus' name, amen.

BLESS OUR JOURNEY OH LORD





THANK FOR SHARING PhilipYen....

Jesus looked at them and said, “For human beings it is impossible, but not for God. All things are possible for God.”
Mark 10:27

Look upon us, O Lord,
and let all the darkness of our souls
vanish before the beams of thy brightness.
Fill us with holy love,
and open to us the treasures of thy wisdom.
All our desire is known unto thee,
therefore perfect what thou hast begun,
and what thy Spirit has awakened us to ask in prayer.
We seek thy face,
turn thy face unto us and show us thy glory.
Then shall our longing be satisfied,
and our peace shall be perfect.

amen
LORD BLESS OUR JOURNEY

“Behold, the hour is coming and... and you will leave me alone. But I am not alone, because the Father is with me.” – John 16:32
What does God tell you in your moments of silence? “Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).

Lord, in my darkest times, let me know that You are always at my side.

"Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Hebrews 4:16

When you keep your face turned towards God, He will give you rest from worry and fear....Diane Noble

"Why do you see the piece of sawdust in another believer's eye and not notice the wooden beam in your own eye?"
Luke 6:41

Sometimes people are put through tests.
Those tests make us stronger and prepare us
for the battles we have to fight.
There are all kinds of battles.

Everyone has a unique role in God's plan.
One that no one else can play.
I am sure you will do what you are meant to do.

Have faith.
No matter what lies ahead.
Hold onto your faith.

Hebrews 11:1 Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. With faith you can do anything.

hi mnieto....thank you for sharing....i like this verse

hi lie goodmorning......this verse is one of my favorite,,,,i rely in this words of god when i was realy down...thank you for sharing this...godbless

Psalm 91
1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.

2 I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust."

3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare
and from the deadly pestilence.

4 He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.

5 You will not fear the terror of night,
nor the arrow that flies by day,

6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness,
nor the plague that destroys at midday.

7 A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.

8 You will only observe with your eyes
and see the punishment of the wicked.

9 If you make the Most High your dwelling—
even the LORD, who is my refuge-

10 then no harm will befall you,
no disaster will come near your tent.

11 For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways;

12 they will lift you up in their hands,
so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.

13 You will tread upon the lion and the cobra;
you will trample the great lion and the serpent.

14 "Because he loves me," says the LORD, "I will rescue him;
I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.

15 He will call upon me, and I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble,
I will deliver him and honor him.

16 With long life will I satisfy him
and show him my salvation."

Just want to share this message forwarded to me:



Dancing With God

When I meditated on the word Guidance,
I kept seeing 'dance' at the end of the word
And I remember reading that doing God's will is a lot like dancing.

When two people try to lead, nothing feels right.
The movement doesn't flow with the music,
And everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky.

When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead,
Both bodies begin to flow with the music.
One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the back
Or by pressing Lightly in one direction or another.
It's as if two become one body, moving beautifully.
The dance takes surrender, willingness,
And attentiveness from one person
And gentle guidance and skill from the other.

My eyes drew back to the word Guidance.
When I saw 'G': I thought of God, followed by 'u' and 'i'.
'God, 'u' and 'i' dance.' God, you, and I dance.
As I lowered my head, I became willing to trust that I would get guidance about my life and once again,
I became willing to let God lead.

My prayer for you today is that God's blessings
And mercies are upon you on this day and everyday.
May you abide in God, as God abides in you.
Dance together with God,
Trusting God to lead and to guide you through each season of your life.
This prayer is powerful and there is nothing attached.
If God has done anything for you in your life,
Please share this message with someone else.

There is no cost but a lot of rewards; so let's continue to pray for one another.

And I Hope You Dance !

Hey guys! Let's dance with God!

"So they are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, no human being must separate."
Mark 10 2-16

When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted. Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” – Matthew 28:17-18


Is there some decision you have been postponing despite the Lord’s assurance? Heed Him and know that God is more powerful than your fears.

Lord, teach me to trust in You and act despite the fear.

Dear Loving and Compassionate God,
Giver of all gifts,
we pray especially today for the mercy and love You give us.
Open our hearts and minds to You.
Give us the grace to accept your mercy.
As we live each day,
we pray for those less fortunate,
especially those who are hurting,
and whose wounds need to be healed.
Help us become involved in ways that show them how deeply
we care.
Give us the personal courage to listen to their concerns
and help them find the solutions to which they are
entitled.
as Your children and our brothers and sisters.

Amen.

Psalm 25:5 Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation; For You I wait all the day.

Psalm 119:12 Blessed are You, O LORD; Teach me Your statutes.

"BLESSINGS CROWN in the HEAD of the RIGHTEOUS......proverbs 10;6


COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS

When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.


Count your blessings, name them one by one,
Count your blessings, see what God hath done!
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.

Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will keep singing as the days go by.


When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings. Wealth can never buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your home on high.


So, amid the conflict whether great or small,
Do not be disheartened, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end.




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Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise. Sing unto the Lord with the harp; with the harp, and the voice of a psalm. With trumpets and sound of cornet make a joyful noise before the Lord, the King. Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. Let the floods clap [their] hands: let the hills be joyful together
Psalms 98:4-8

*A Psalm of praise.* Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
Psalms 100:1-2

The hope of the righteous [shall be] gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.
Proverbs 10:28

A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
Proverbs 15:13

It's a POWERFUL PRAYER! When you are
DOWN to nothing ... God is UP to
something"

Father, in the Name of Jesus, bless me
even while I'm reading this prayer and
bless the one that sent this to me in
a special way. Open doors in our lives
today, Save and set free! Give us a
double portion of your Spirit as we
take back everything that the devil
has stolen:
****Emotional Health
****Physical Health
****Finances
****Relationships

****Children
****Jobs
****Homes
****Marriages

I cancel every plot,plan and scheme
the enemy has devised Against us in
the NAME OF JESUS. And I declare:

NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST US WILL
PROSPER. I speak LIFE into every dead
situation. And, I thank you that
nothing is over until YOU say it's
over! Speak prophetically into our
lives and to our situations:
****our households are blessed;
****our health is blessed;
****our marriages are blessed;
****our finances are blessed;
****our relationships are blessed;
****our businesses are blessed;
****our jobs are blessed;
****Our children are blessed;
****our grandchildren are blessed;
****our parents are blessed;
****our siblings are blessed;
****our ministries are blessed;
****our decisions are blessed;
****our friends are blessed.
****Mortgages are paid and debts
cancelled; our hearts' desires are
onthe way; According to YOUR perfect
will and plan for our lives.

YOU SAID YOU'D NEVER FORSAKE US! IN
JESUS' NAME! AMEN!

For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
—Hebrews 4:12-13

The story is told of an old man who lived on a farm in the mountains of eastern Kentucky with his young grandson. Each morning, Grandpa was up early sitting at the kitchen table reading from his old worn-out Bible. His grandson who wanted to be just like him tried to imitate him in any way he could.


One day the grandson asked, "Papa, I try to read the Bible just like you but I don't understand it, and what I do understand I forget as soon as I close the book. What good does reading the Bible do?" The Grandfather quietly turned from putting coal in the stove and said, "Take this coal basket down to the river and bring back a basket of water."


The boy did as he was told, even though all the water leaked out before he could get back to the house. The grandfather laughed and said, "You will have to move a little faster next time," and sent him back to the river with the basket to try again. This time the boy ran faster, but again the basket was empty before he returned home.


Out of breath, he told his grandfather that it was "impossible to carry water in a basket," and he went to get a bucket instead. The old man said, "I don't want a bucket of water; I want a basket of water. You can do this. You're just not trying hard enough," and he went out the door to watch the boy try again.


At this point, the boy knew it was impossible, but he wanted to show his grandfather that even if he ran as fast as he could, the water would leak out before he got far at all. The boy scooped the water and ran hard, but when he reached his grandfather the basket was again empty.


Out of breath, he said, "See Papa, it's useless!" "So you think it is useless?" The old man said, "Look at the basket." The boy looked at the basket and for the first time he realized that the basket looked different. Instead of a dirty old coal basket, it was clean. "Son, that's what happens when you read the Bible. You might not understand or remember everything, but when you read it, it will change you from the inside out."

Current statistics from pollster George Barna report that 45% of all Americans read the Bible at least once during the week. That is a hopeful statistic and one of the highest in recent times. How about you? Does the Bible take priority in your personal life outside of the church? How well do you know what it really says, or do you rely on someone else to tell you what it says? Are you allowing it to transform your life, like the dirty coal bucket in the above story?


by: Leslie Snyder

I have competed well, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7

Lord, give me courage and boldness to run my race and make You proud.

Well with regards to my wife I always try to recall Proverbs 31:10-31 but especially the following:

Proverbs 31:10-11----A capable wife who can find? Her value is far more than that of corals. In her the heart of her owner has put trust and there is no gain lacking.

31:28-29---Her sons have risen up and proceeded to pronounce her happy; her owner rises up and he praises her. There are many daughters that have shown
capableness, but you-you have ascended above them all

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.....Romans 8:28

In all your trials, there is a hidden purpose, a hidden blessing. Even if you can't see it yet, trust that it's there, and thank Him in advance.

Lord, give me the inner strength to persevere,
To hold on, to never let go!
Give me the couage to always love no matter what happens,
In Jesus name, Amen!

Timothy 4:17 But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, so that through me the proclamation might be fully accomplished, and that all the Gentiles might hear; and I was rescued out of the lion's mouth.

Hebrews 6:11 And we desire that each one of you show the same diligence so as to realize the full assurance of hope until the end,

Hebrews 10:22 let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.

"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? The one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves."
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

THANKSGIVING FOR GOD'S UNFAILING MERCIES:
We give thanks to you that you are the Lord our God and the God of our fathers forever and ever. Through every
generation you have been the rock of our lives, the shield of our salvation. We will give you thanks and declare
your praise for our lives that are committed into your hands, for our souls that are entrusted to you, for your mir-
acles that are daily with us, and for your wonders and your benefits that are with us at all times, evening, morning
and noon. Oh beneficent one, your mercies never fail; Oh merciful one, your loving kindnesses never cease. We
have always put our hope in you. For all these acts may your name be blessed and exalted continually, Our King,
forever and ever. Let every living thing give thanks to you and praise your name in truth, Oh God, our salvation and
our help. (Selah. - "pause and think about that") Blessed are you, Oh Lord, whose Name is the Beneficent One, and
to whom it is fitting to give thanks.AMEN