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Amazed

Posted: February 26th 2008

We are amazed at the beauty of a sunset, the wisdom of a great saint, the awesome sight of Mt. Everest, and the strength of an Olympic weight lifter.

Our amazement blossoms with the spring flowers and the laughter of a wonderful little baby.

The seven wonders of the ancient world were amazing and especially the great pyramids of Egypt with a height of 450 feet and 2,300,000 stone blocks each weighing 2.5 tons.

These are all amazing to us but do you know what is amazing to God?

Jesus …

Making It Work

Posted: February 19th 2008

What makes life work for you?

It is a matter of the heart. The Bible says "guard your heart".

When I am "Wholehearted" for God life works really well.

Notice three kings 1] King Saul -- he had many great problems with life because of disobedience. He had NO HEART for God. 2] King Solomon -- he also had great problems and forgot his wisdom given him from God. He was HALF HEARTED. 3] King David -- he was the apple of God's eye because he was WHOLE HEARTED for God.

My life always goes…

9 Relationships

Posted: February 7th 2008

There are nine basics. Do a little inventory. Ask yourself, how is my relationship to:

1] God 2] Myself 3] My spouse 4] My family 5] Church 6] Work & boss 7] Money & finances 8] Society & community 9] My friends

If #1 is not right then very likely the others will be stressed, broken or non-existent.

So what about you and God today? "You shall have no other gods before me" "Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only".

Question? Is there something which you recognize needs c…

Good Things

Posted: January 29th 2008

Expect good things to happen every day! One of the special qualties of God's servants was this expectation.

Notice What They Expected: Abraham expected to become the father of many nations ... and it happened. Isaac expected his servant to return with a bride for him...and it happened Jacob expected God to bless him as he wrestled with an angel that scary night...and it happened. Moses parents expected their son to surviv…

God Of Power

Posted: January 22nd 2008

We saw the mighty oceans roar one day on our hike along the Napali Coast.

They were the largest waves I have ever seen in my life.

They roared like the sound of a jet plane at SFO.

They burst high into the air 40 feet and more.

They came onto shore with ever increasing power.

We could see their beauty in the sunlight and feel the thunder in our ears. We could sense the energy and tremble at the irresistible force.

I experienced a huge lesson from Almighty God with His Almight…

It Is My Turn

Posted: January 18th 2008

"Give as freely as you have received" What have you received this past week?

Well, let me see. I have received love, joy, and peace. Also three meals a day,a warm bed and roof over my head. I have received phone calls from my friends. I have received forgiveness from God and others. I have received patience and love from my spouse.

There is a long list from which I benefit. Sin…

What Kind Of A Person Are You?

Posted: January 12th 2008

"What I believe about God is the most important thing about me." These are the words of the famous author, A. W. Tozer.

If I believe that God is some kind of an evil judge just waiting to punish people and send them to hell, then I am probably a vindictive, bitter, and critical person who is wanting to pay back everyone who wrongs me.

If I believe God is loving, kind and patient, waiting for people to get their act together so they can enjoy God and heaven someday, then I am probably also…

Make It Great In 2008

Posted: December 26th 2007

Here are 5 steps to an exciting year ahead!

1] Step up and impact another life. Everyone has a calling to share God's love with others. Be an ambassador in 2008.

2] Step up and pursue your deep desires. Go after that God given hidden dream. Everyone has them. They have to do with your gifts and talents.

3] Step up and face the giants. Everyone has hindrances and obstacles standing in the way of dreams. Go slay the giants in 2008. Don't let them rob you of another year.

4] Step up and…

8 Ways To Overcome Stress At Christmas

Posted: December 18th 2007

1] This Christmas "do all to the glory of God" 1Cor. 10:31

2] Give without regard to receiving back again. Acts 20:35

3] Focus on the purpose of Christmas "to worship the Lord and serve Him only" Matt. 4:10

4] "Consider others as more important than yourself" Phil. 2:3

5] Prioritize your schedule so God comes first. Matt. 6:33

6] Be proactive to stress through prayer. "pray about everything" 1Thes.5;1

7] Consider stress as an opportunity to live by faith. "it is impossible to p…

What Are You Giving ??

Posted: December 11th 2007

"It is more blessed to give than to receive". Those were the words of Jesus.

So what are you giving this year? Mary gave her life. Joseph gave his obedience. Shepherds gave their worship. Wisemen gave their treasures.

It all started with God the Father. "For God so loved the world that He gave... His only Son".

We learn to give from our Heavenly Father. God gave us everything when He gave His Son Jesus to the world.

So what are you giving this year for Christmas? The real joy of l…