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Comment by russ allen on June 7, 2010 at 7:03am
Great morning! How are we faithing? Sometimes we just don't know how to pray and or what for. I know people who pray constantly for everybody but not for themselves or at least hardly ever ask for prayer for themselves. I know people who don't pray at all because they think prayer is a formal thing only said at an altar. I've seen people only say prewritten prayers. Prayer can be such a daunting thing if we don't pay attention to what the Word says about it. Prayer is communing with our savior. Prayer is bringing things to our Lord. Prayer is a conversation so don't forget to listen. Our savior has paved a road to the Father that was not available prior. Before Jesus, our only way to the Father was through priests at the altar. The old testament describes approaching the throne of grace and who could. With Messiah, Jesus, we ALL now can approach the throne. This is such a comfort and such assurance I can't even express how much this means to us. Whatever transpires, we have an advocate and a resting place that cannot be defeated. Today as things unfold, remember this and be quick to pray, quick to seek Jesus and quick to repent when the world causes you to act or think like we really don't want to but do.

Matthew 6:7-8
"And when you are praying, do not use meaningless repetition, as the Gentiles do, for they suppose that they will be heard for their many words. "Therefore do not be like them; for your Father knows what you need, before you ask Him.
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James 5:15-16
Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.
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1 John 5:14-16
And this is the confidence which we have before Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests which we have asked from Him.
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John 14:12-17
"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go to the Father. "And whatever you ask in My name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. "If you ask Me anything in My name, I will do it. "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it does not behold Him or know Him, but you know Him because He abides with you, and will be in you.
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Remember Ben Handzel...Remember Jonna Roberts...take the time to embrace and to engage our veterans whenever you can for they gave so we could have...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you that you made a way for us to come to you directly. Lord we lift those up who are hurting physically, emotionally and spiritually. Guide our paths, protect our minds and teach us to be fully aware of your path for us. Lord we lift those mentioned and ask for healing in whatever way needed. We stand on your Word that teaches us we can petition you and you hear us. We praise you and honor you this day. Grant wisdom in Jesus name, amen
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Comment by russ allen on June 4, 2010 at 7:08am
Good morning! How are we faithing? How are we, who are not Jews, the children of God? If the Bible talks about the Jewish race being the chosen race, how can we be part of those promises? Heck, I'm Scottish-Irish therefore a "Gentile", (non-Jewish),so how is that even possible? Read this;

Ephesians 2:11-3:1
Therefore remember, that formerly you, the Gentiles in the flesh, who are called "Uncircumcision" by the so-called "Circumcision," which is performed in the flesh by human hands-- remember that you were at that time separate from Christ, excluded from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world. But now in Christ Jesus you who formerly were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For He Himself is our peace, who made both groups into one, and broke down the barrier of the dividing wall, by abolishing in His flesh the enmity, which is the Law of commandments contained in ordinances, that in Himself He might make the two into one new man, thus establishing peace, and might reconcile them both in one body to God through the cross, by it having put to death the enmity. And He came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near; for through Him we both have our access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God's household, having been built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together is growing into a holy temple in the Lord; in whom you also are being built together into a dwelling of God in the Spirit.
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Well I'll be! Jesus came and broke down that wall of division between the races! Jesus' blood was spilled for all of mankind! So when we accept this we become a part of that family. Why were and are things that way? I don't know but I am sure glad he did what he did for you and for me. Your logic and mine will never "figure it out" but we can rest knowing it is true. That love you have for your child defies logical explanation but it is real.

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your love that you would give your son to us so we can be part of your family. I don't understand why but I do thank you. Lord, we wrestle with human logic and get all churned up over things we cannot figure out so we ask for wisdom and peace to see and hear and to believe. Guide our paths and protect us from all the evil and the lies told by the enemy. Bless our endeavors in your son Jesus' name, amen.
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Comment by russ allen on June 3, 2010 at 6:59am
Good morning! How are we faithing? Do you have trouble staying on course? Do you find yourself repeating things and just at the end realize? Do you do it knowingly and just can't seem to stop? Whatever the things you do that are contrary to the Word is between you and God, not my concern, my concern is you hear the Word and are encouraged. Your concern is your salvation. Your path taken daily is based on your conviction. Too many speak it but don't live it. I'm as guilty as anyone else when it comes to this matter. We all get wrapped up in things around us and wander from time to time but I want to encourage you that redemption is here and it's in the Jesus. Merely reading the Word isn't enough but doing it is. Daily reading is necessary for food for our spirits and minds. If all we read was pornography, guess what would permeate our minds? This is true with anything we ingest. Think about what you ingest and analyze it. Is it all I am about? Has it become my focus? My God? I read car magazines and surf car sites but also read the Word and listen to the Word on radio. If I did not listen and read the Word, cars would be my idol. We all will fall into this if we do not watch what we eat...

Psalms 143:8-12
Let me hear Thy lovingkindness in the morning;
For I trust in Thee;
Teach me the way in which I should walk;
For to Thee I lift up my soul.
Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies;
I take refuge in Thee.
Teach me to do Thy will,
For Thou art my God;
Let Thy good Spirit lead me on level ground.
For the sake of Thy name, O LORD, revive me.
In Thy righteousness bring my soul out of trouble.
And in Thy lovingkindness cut off my enemies,
And destroy all those who afflict my soul;
For I am Thy servant.
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Hosea 6:3
"So let us know, let us press on to know the LORD.
His going forth is as certain as the dawn;
And He will come to us like the rain,
Like the spring rain watering the earth."
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Psalms 42:8
The LORD will command His lovingkindness in the daytime;
And His song will be with me in the night,
A prayer to the God of my life.
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Remember Carl Moore...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your Word that cleanses us. Save us from ourselves and our desires. Lord we ask for wisdom and truth to be so evident in our lives we cannot deny it regardless of what the world says. Lord we lift up Carl to you. Lord speak to us today in a way that is so loud we cannot miss you. in Jesus name we pray, amen
Posted by russ allen at 6:32 AM
Comment by russ allen on June 2, 2010 at 7:00am
Good morning! How are we faithing this fine day? You know, our daily events can be taxing. If we allow the things that happen interfere with our joy we can become beat down, perplexed, sad, left wanting more or at least change and then when change comes we complain. The things we all deal with in our days, whatever they may be, can fester if we don't take the thoughts and ideas captive. We must remember that we will face things. We will go through good and bad and if we allow our joy to be snatched away over junk we tend to revert to prior behavior that most times entrenches us in the muck and mire a little further till we get stuck and need a tractor to pull us out. Jesus is our peace and source of strength. We must remember to pray quickly and to recognise reversion to old thought process that we had before. We must be very aware of the thoughts that enter whether they are ours or outside because as a man thinks he will act eventually, if not sooner...

John 16:33
"These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world."
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Psalms 85:8
I will hear what God the LORD will say;
For He will speak peace to His people, to His godly ones;
But let them not turn back to folly.
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Colossians 2:8-9
See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ.
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2 Corinthians 10:3-6
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh, for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but divinely powerful for the destruction of fortresses. We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ, and we are ready to punish all disobedience, whenever your obedience is complete.
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Remember Brandon Burton...remember Kristen Brazier...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your love and encouragement when we face life. Lord we desire to live according to your ways but we just struggle daily. Let us recognise errant thoughts and behaviors that hurt us. Lord we lift those mentioned and ask for a touch that heals minds and bodies and spirits. Take our lives and use us the way you have planned all along. Lord we worship and adore you and in Jesus name we pray, amen
Posted by russ allen at 6:43 AM
Comment by russ allen on June 1, 2010 at 7:24am
Good morning! How are we faithing after a long weekend? Whew! Worked all weekend but you know what? I enjoyed it and accomplished much. Here's what is real interesting. Even though there was tons to do and it seemed like I never got time to loaf, that time working on things around the house enabled time spent outside to be time spent with God. Time in the garage and on the mower was time to think and to listen to that still small voice of God. Solitude can be a good thing when used wisely. I did discover that attitude makes a huge difference in the work we do and how we get things done. An attitude of dread makes for loathing and bitter thoughts. An attitude of doing what needs to be done and praising God for the ability to do them, the creation that allowed us to do these things and contentment because we can do them makes all the difference in the world. Shifting our focus from just enduring to seeking the best from every situation moves one from depressing thoughts. We can lull ourselves right into a bad day when we react to the situation instead of taking command of our thoughts so we look for solutions. Man, there are things every day we all don't particularly enjoy but they must be done anyways so why fret and fume and drive yourself into a foul mood? Why let whatever the situation is take control of you? You take control and stand because our God has already defeated whatever is before you, you just have to go through to reap the lesson contained. Your positive or negative mindset is what makes situations go in the direction they go. Don't think so? Next time you start thinking how crappy something is, step back and look at your mood and see if it hasn't gone from bad to worse because of whining and complaining. So the next time you are mowing grass, fixing the car, washing windows, whistle a tune of praise and wonderment that the grass still grows, people are smart enough to make cars and sand can be turned into windows. It's all on how you view things...

Romans 8:14-17
For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, "Abba! Father!" The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him in order that we may also be glorified with Him.
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James 3:13-18

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, natural, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy. And the seed whose fruit is righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.
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Remember Paul Griffin...remember our troops...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your world that we enjoy. Lord, help us keep an attitude of encouragement even when we are struggling with daily activities. Lord we ask for wisdom to see truth in the things that bug us. Help our hearts remain pure and protect us from the enemy. We ask for healings on your people. Bless us in our endeavors and help us recognise your majesty in everything, in Jesus name we pray, amen.
Posted by russ allen at 6:39 AM
Comment by russ allen on May 27, 2010 at 7:28am
Good morning! How are we faithing? Religious activity can lead to salvation. Traditional methods of worship can lead to salvation. Religious activity and traditional methods of service are not salvation. I asked a fellow if he was saved and knew Jesus as Lord and he replied, "I go to church, I do good deeds and my Papaw is a preacher." So what. He didn't answer the question. He didn't understand this question about the relationship salvation affords with the Messiah Jesus. His answer is like asking someone if they are a good driver and they reply, "I own a car and my brother races."
I've seen religious activity get in the way of salvation. I've seen religious activity remove the focus off Jesus and on to good works that led to the "earned salvation" doctrine. I've seen tradition hog tie people in methodology to the point they think, "if I don't do thus and so, God isn't gonna hear or see me and or I wont make it to heaven." Anything that gets in the way or hides the truth of the gift of salvation has become an idol. There is a long history of religious activity and tradition and they can be traced to certain reasons they were implemented. Most were designed for a reminder to point to Jesus. Unfortunately those things became idolized as necessary for salvation. So where do you stand on the salvation issue? Are you just "doing church"? Are you trying to earn points to enter heaven? Think about that and try to put your activities in perspective because Jesus died for everyone. He rose from the dead and is now at the right hand of God and THAT is where our salvation comes from, not the seat occupied Sunday morning...

Ephesians 1:18-23
I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead, and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age, but also in the one to come. And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.
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1 Peter 5:1-4
Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness; nor yet as lording it over those allotted to your charge, but proving to be examples to the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.
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Now look at these and see the place for these things discussed and take note as to why we do them;

Hebrews 10:19-25
Since therefore, brethren, we have confidence to enter the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way which He inaugurated for us through the veil, that is, His flesh, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 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. Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more, as you see the day drawing near.
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Well I'll be. Jesus the Christ is the way. We encourage activity and traditional things to encourage others, not judge or compel.

Remember Phyllis Scaggs...remember Larry House...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your mercy and love that saves us. Help us see truth and help us do for your glory, not ours. Lord we beg for your wisdom and enlightenment to see you in your Word. Help us throw off the shackles that bind us to performance salvation and to grace salvation. Only then can the works be holy as you said. Lord forgive us when we goof up. Protect the troops, emergency workers and the kids! In Jesus name, amen!
Posted by russ allen at 6:35 AM
Comment by russ allen on May 26, 2010 at 7:02am
Good morning!!! How are we faithing? During turmoil alot of us want to see a sign that God is still with us. This is a searching type of mental position and sometimes it is fine and others it can be distracting to the point of missing subtlety's used by God. Signs like an ark floating by or lightning strikes or even the Hallelujah chorus heard when a revelation is seen are Hollywood type of images. Signs such as exuberance in the midst of calamity and or a sense of contentment even when we would thing one would be in despair are tangible things we see and often fail to recognise. The peace that passes all understanding is so indescribable and so uplifting that explaining it is pretty much impossible but we can see it and can feel it when we take the second to see it. The Psalms are so full of truths as well as very poetic. Psalms disclose the heart of the writer in despair and in happiness. Look at these and look beyond the surface elegance into the heart of the writer;

Psalms 25:14
The secret of the LORD is for those who fear Him,
And He will make them know His covenant.
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Remember our discussion on the word fear? This one is used as "reverence".

Psalms 27:13-14
I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD
In the land of the living.
Wait for the LORD;
Be strong, and let your heart take courage;
Yes, wait for the LORD.
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Psalms 86:17
Show me a sign for good,
That those who hate me may see it, and be ashamed,
Because Thou, O LORD, hast helped me and comforted me.
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Man...

remember Marvin McKinney...remember Jonna Roberts...remember Linda Handzel...remember Kathy Allen...remember Ben...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for the things we see that show your love and grace for us. Help us see Jesus and recognise that the way to you is through him, your son. Open our eyes and show us the signs no matter how insignificant they may seem. Lord we ask for healing for the readers of this daily. We stand on your promises and ask for vision and wisdom in all things. Heal the sick ones we encounter and show your wonderful peace and love for us. Help us be beacons to your love. In Jesus name, amen
Posted by russ allen at 6:30 AM
Comment by russ allen on May 25, 2010 at 8:19am
Good morning! How are we faithing? I have come upon some people who are really struggling with life. They are discouraged, beat down, mired in circumstances that they think they cannot rise above. They feel like they are being bombarded with the world and are asking what is it all for? These struggles are real because I can see the anguish on their faces. These struggles also have some practical, emotional and spiritual things to them. I do not have the any words that will fix all this and I may not even help but I do know the God of my Savior and the God of my life does. I am going to give you some practical, emotional and spiritual things today for those of you who are in this boat floating in a sea of junk.
You are loved! You are adored! Listen to me when I say God loves you enough to overcome whatever you are in. Our peace does not come from events or things of earth. Those things are what we all pass through while we are here. Events mold us and we have to be careful how. We must be aware when events that creep into our sense of love and peace are from the enemy. Just because things suck does not mean everything does. It does not mean all is futile. Remind yourself when you are down that God loves you and the people in your life that tell you that, really do!
Do you understand that whatever space you occupy, Jesus said he is right there with you? Do you realize that whatever in front of you is temporary? Please take to heart these things that the Word teaches and don't allow thoughts or actions from the destroyer even come close to you! The Word said we can stand on this principle and cast those thoughts aside. I encourage you to see the real truth and that truth is that these physical things mean nothing.
For some practical butt kicking I would like to speak frankly and confidently. What is wrong with you thinking like that?! You are a child of God! He has already whooped whatever is before you! You are in this current situation for one of two reasons, to learn from it or it is a fiery dart thrown to take your eyes off Jesus! So which is winning? Why are you allowing an influence take control? Get in the Word of God and off worldly influences or you are going to just continue where you are!

Here are some confidence building scriptures that we all can cling to;

Romans 5:1-11
Therefore having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have obtained our introduction by faith into this grace in which we stand; and we exult in hope of the glory of God. And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will hardly die for a righteous man; though perhaps for the good man someone would dare even to die. But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, having now been justified by His blood, we shall be saved from the wrath of God through Him. For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life. And not only this, but we also exult in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received the reconciliation.
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Remember Michael Riddle....remember our spouses and children...

Heavenly Father,
We rebuke in your name the enemy and his henchmen. We stand on your promises for peace and reconciliation with you. We ask for that peace and understanding in our daily challenges and ask for clarity as to why and how things are to be done. Lord we lift those in turmoil and ask for healing and a comforting touch and bring to remembrance that you love them regardless of everything else we encounter. We lift up our leaders to you. Lord we ask for spiritual, practical and emotional healing this day and stand firm on your promises for such. We love you Lord and seek wisdom every moment, in Jesus name, amen
Posted by russ allen at 7:34 AM
Comment by russ allen on May 24, 2010 at 7:37am
Great Monday morning! How are we faithing? My Pastor is awesome! He loves us and deals with us. He preaches and makes us think without self condemnation. He challenges us. He also is our friend. How about you? Do you nap in church? Do you even go and if you don't why? Is it because it causes comas? Is it because you think everyone is a hypocrite and are judging you? Do you think you are important enough for them to even notice? I say not. I say all those people who are in church are there because they are not perfect or have it together just like you. Sure some put on a good front but that is what it is. It's about time we all realize that we go to church to minister and to be ministered to. We go to church to learn and to teach. What is cool is alot of the time these things happen and we are not even aware they are. Think about this, if those people were as good as you think they think they are, they wouldn't have need of church. I don't know what your experiences with church are or even if you have any but it's time to toss off the baggage and find one. You are gonna feel pain, anguish, offense but you also will feel joy, love, comedy and camaraderie. Boy, that sounds like a family to me. Church is for the equipping of the saints, what the Bible calls believers, for help when we need it and it's a place where one can find family friendship. This is church;

Ephesians 4:11-14
And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers,for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fulness of Christ.
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1 Corinthians 1:4-9
I thank my God always concerning you, for the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus, that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, even as the testimony concerning Christ was confirmed in you, so that you are not lacking in any gift, awaiting eagerly the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ, who shall also confirm you to the end, blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
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These are comforting and reassuring verses and I just wanted to share. You are not alone and you are loved unconditionally by Jesus. So is everyone else at that church.

Remember Regina Robinson...remember the Shaw family...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for our Pastors and our leaders. Lord equip them with courage and strength physically, spiritually and mentally so they can do your work. Lord we love and honor you and ask for wisdom and guidance for those seeking. Draw them to you and to one of your houses where you reside. Teach us humility and charity so we can not be a judgemental Christian that hinders and doesn't help lead to you. Bless our days in Jesus name we pray, amen
Posted by russ allen at 6:41 AM
Comment by russ allen on May 21, 2010 at 7:40am
Great morning! How are we faithing? Fear is used in a variety of ways in the Word and it needs to be explained so when you read the Word you understand the different meanings brought forth or at least search for the usage. We've all heard, "fear the Lord" and at least for me, I always thought that meant to be scared of God which I did not understand because I love God and I know he loves me so why would I be scared of him? I could be scared of retribution or rather punishment for wrong deeds like a parent disciplines their child but it is more respect than being scared. More knowing a whoopin is a comin! The respect we have for our Lord is built on love and recognising the authority he has over us. I don't want to get into Greek and Hebrew translation definitions but just show how the word fear and it's derivatives are used. Lets touch on these;

Here we see that the fear these people used to have was a fear of dread and now have come to know God on an intimate level. No longer do they operate under the "fear" of retribution from God.

Romans 8:15
15 For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, "Abba! Father!"
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This way is used like cowardice. "Don't be afraid" or "don't be timid".

John 14:27
27 "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.
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This one is used as reverence. Our reverence for God must always be present simply because of who he is.

Proverbs 28:14
14 How blessed is the man who fears always,
But he who hardens his heart will fall into calamity.
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This translation doesn't use our English word fear but the Greek word is the same one used for timidity.

Matthew 8:25-26
26 And He said to them, "Why are you timid, you men of little faith?" Then He arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and it became perfectly calm.
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Now this is exactly what we perceive in the English, Moses was shaking in his boots as it were.

Acts 7:32
32'I am the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham and Isaac and Jacob.' And Moses shook with fear and would not venture to look.
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All of this to open your eyes and to look a little deeper when you read the Word and dig in to find if what YOU perceive is actually what is implied. I've done it lots of times just to find out later I totally missed it. Don't be upset if this happens to you just be thankful when your eyes are opened. Misconceptions often lead to terrible fears and trepidation and very well could be unwarranted. Ponder this today...

Remember Linda Handzel's knees...remember Paul LaRose...remember Ann Manns...remember Luther Stivers...remember Edgel Ratliff

Heavenly Father,
Thank you Lord for your Word that speaks to us. Help us understand and to have a mindset that seeks truth and not the lies that the enemy tosses. Lord we know the battleground is in the spirit and the mind. Teach us to seek your will and truth. Bless those mentioned today, heal their bodies, heal there spirits, heal their minds and take charge of their lives. We ask for protection for our leaders and wisdom to make sound choices. Bless the emergency workers who sacrifice for others and it's in Jesus name we pray, amen
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