"Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice." Psalm 55:17
Personal:
There are MANY reasons why we pray. Sometimes we are hurting, alone, or afraid. Sometimes we have needs and requests. Sometimes we need strength, encouragement, and comfort. We pray for others, we pray for family, we pray for the nation, we pray for the world, and we pray for missionaries. But today, I'm gonna talk to you about personal conversation prayer.
Personal: just God and me.
Conversation: every moment, every day.
Prayer: to God, my Saviour, my Lord, and my King.
Draw Nigh to God:
I love the fact that I have a God who wants to hear me. I love it that He is the GOD of the universe... and yet I come into His presence with anything and everything on my heart. I love that I can be open and honest. I can share my problems and struggles. I can praise Him for all He does for me. I can express my awe for all His creation! I can thank Him for my blessings and gifts that he DAILY gives me. I can tell him of my frustrations and anger. I know he hears me and listens to *EVERY* word. He cares about me and wants to hear from me. ALL day LONG.
You:
Is Jesus your best friend? Is He the one you cry out to? Is He the one you spend every moment talking to? Does He help you throughout your day as you go through your challenges, trials, and frustration? Do you depend on Him to meet all your needs?
Turn to Jesus first. Keep talking to Him. Share your heart with the Saviour who loves you unconditional!
"Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." 1 Peter 5:7 KJV
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Thursday, October 16, 2014
3 Years of Bible Reading
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works." 2 Tim. 3:16-17
3 YEARS:
I remember the first time I tried to read through my Bible (2007), I failed miserably. Again and again, I would try and fail... But I wouldn't give up! I resolved to keep trying until I completely read through my Bible in ONE YEAR! Now this year, I am finishing up my THIRD year of Bible reading! I am resolved to read it through every year til the rapture comes! I want to see how many years of Bible reading I can do. :D
MY OWN BIBLE:
My family came from the Soviet Communist time in Ukraine. My grandpa was in prison twice for being a Baptist pastor. My mom's family was persecuted for their faith for most of her childhood. They had only ONE Bible for the entire Church! They had very little Bible literature. Every few months, the KGB would come and try to take ALL the Bibles/Bible Literature that they owned. Knowing this and hearing all the stories, I am grateful, beyond grateful for my BIBLE! It's my own and I can read it anytime I want! :)
LEARNING/TRAINING:
Every time I read my Bible, I discover something new! It's like I am putting together this BIG puzzle and each one piece with its fine ornate details make the whole picture more stunning and beautiful. :) The Bible is beyond valuable to me. I am learning how to be a good wife and mother. I am learning about the science and history of our world. I am learning math and English. I am learning about good health and nutrition. I am learning how to pray, love, and care for others. The Bible not only shows us about our spiritual needs.... but also our physical, emotional, mental needs. It is my best source for wisdom, knowledge, strength, and encouragement!
YOU:
"Read your Bible,
Pray every day,
Pray every day,
Read your Bible,
Pray every day,
And you'll.... grow, grow, grow!!"
3 YEARS:
I remember the first time I tried to read through my Bible (2007), I failed miserably. Again and again, I would try and fail... But I wouldn't give up! I resolved to keep trying until I completely read through my Bible in ONE YEAR! Now this year, I am finishing up my THIRD year of Bible reading! I am resolved to read it through every year til the rapture comes! I want to see how many years of Bible reading I can do. :D
MY OWN BIBLE:
My family came from the Soviet Communist time in Ukraine. My grandpa was in prison twice for being a Baptist pastor. My mom's family was persecuted for their faith for most of her childhood. They had only ONE Bible for the entire Church! They had very little Bible literature. Every few months, the KGB would come and try to take ALL the Bibles/Bible Literature that they owned. Knowing this and hearing all the stories, I am grateful, beyond grateful for my BIBLE! It's my own and I can read it anytime I want! :)
LEARNING/TRAINING:
Every time I read my Bible, I discover something new! It's like I am putting together this BIG puzzle and each one piece with its fine ornate details make the whole picture more stunning and beautiful. :) The Bible is beyond valuable to me. I am learning how to be a good wife and mother. I am learning about the science and history of our world. I am learning math and English. I am learning about good health and nutrition. I am learning how to pray, love, and care for others. The Bible not only shows us about our spiritual needs.... but also our physical, emotional, mental needs. It is my best source for wisdom, knowledge, strength, and encouragement!
YOU:
"Read your Bible,
Pray every day,
Pray every day,
Read your Bible,
Pray every day,
And you'll.... grow, grow, grow!!"
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