Welcome to my blog....a collection of Christian notes, thoughts, other words of wisdom and some general fun stuff from various sources.





Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Surrendering to God

What does a life surrendered to God entail? Most importantly, it involves complete commitment to Christ, unaltered by the world’s influence. Our desires and old ways of functioning are no longer driving forces. Instead, His Spirit guides, and His will is the goal. Yielding to Him means following His way in attitude, words, thoughts, and deeds—and doing so unapologetically, unwaveringly, fearlessly.
You have a choice—either be content with less than God’s best, or give yourself fully to Him. Complete surrender is not an easy road; it means dying to your desires and selfishness. But remember that the Lord is willing and able to do more than we can even imagine.—Charles Stanley

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Verse of the Day

How can a young person stay on the path of purity?  By living according to your word.  –Psalm 119:9

Monday, August 29, 2011

Verse of the Day

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.--Philippians 2:3-4

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Thought for the Day

God exalts us and gives victory, but it’s not always on our timeline or in our way.  This also results in giving glory to God.

Saturday, August 27, 2011

Verse of the Day

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts,
   neither are your ways my ways,”
            declares the LORD. –Isaiah 55:8-9

Friday, August 26, 2011

Verse of the Day

So do not fear, for I am with you;
   do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
   I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Verse for the Day

Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.  Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.--I Peter 3:8-9

Saturday, August 20, 2011

The Right Response to Disappointment

A right response to disappointment begins with resisting the natural tendency toward bitterness.  Our second step should be to ask the Lord, “How am I to respond?” God can guide us to a wise and righteous reaction because He has all the facts.
Third, follow His direction, even if it isn’t what you want to do. Oftentimes the Lord’s way contradicts our own desires and the advice of friends. However, His plan is the one that will bring about growth and result in our greatest good.
And finally, keep your focus on God and His higher purpose in your life.
There is only one healthy method for dealing with letdown—pursue the Lord’s way and His will.—Charles Stanley

Monday, August 1, 2011

A Balanced Schedule

The Lord wants us to reach our full potential—to become the people He’s designed us to be and achieve the tasks He’s planned for us to do. In our pressurized society, we need to have balanced schedules if we’re going to live according to God’s purposes. When any area is out of balance, our relationship with the Lord and others will be affected, diminishing our effectiveness as servants of Christ.
1. Our top priority is spending private time with the Lord each day to develop our relationship with Him and receive guidance.
2. Time with family and friends is also essential because relationships are such an important part of God’s plans for our lives.
3. The area in which we are most likely to become imbalanced is our work. Although the Lord doesn’t approve of laziness, He doesn’t want us to be overly consumed with our careers either.
4. If we are to accomplish the Lord’s purposes in our lives, we need to take care of our bodies, allocating adequate time for exercise, rest, and recreation.
5. The Scriptures also clearly command meeting together regularly with other believers for worship (Heb. 10:24-25). While some people have limitations that hinder doing this, most of us have no excuse for being too busy for church.
These general areas all need space in your life, but I cannot tell you how to allocate time for them. The Lord has specific plans for each person, and He is the only one who can accurately direct your schedule. Seek His guidance, listen for His voice, and make the changes He brings to mind.—Charles Stanley