Thursday, March 1, 2007
Philippians 2:14
Do everythng without complaining or arguing.
-->Do not complain about anything today... concentrate on giving compliments, and give in gracefully before arguments even start
-->Do not complain about anything today... concentrate on giving compliments, and give in gracefully before arguments even start
Book and Band of the Month
the book of the month is:
'Chosen' by Ginger Garrett
Ginger Garrett did a great job in imagening what Queen Esther's life would be like. In this ABSOLUTELY-MUST-READ book, you'll experience Esther's life alongside her... from the time when she turns twleve and on while she is queen. you will experience triumph, tears, and great faith with Esther. it will open your eyes to what life might be like for a queen.
the band of the month is:
Hawk Nelson
www.hawknelson.com
Hawk Nelson is a canadian rock band. check out their site. they are becoming more known, and are touring right now. they have a new cd out also: Smile it's the end of the world" some great songs of their's are "Everything You Ever Wanted", "Take Me", "From Underneath" and "California". this band is too good to miss, so dont waste time before you check out their awesome music!
'Chosen' by Ginger Garrett
Ginger Garrett did a great job in imagening what Queen Esther's life would be like. In this ABSOLUTELY-MUST-READ book, you'll experience Esther's life alongside her... from the time when she turns twleve and on while she is queen. you will experience triumph, tears, and great faith with Esther. it will open your eyes to what life might be like for a queen.
the band of the month is:
Hawk Nelson
www.hawknelson.com
Hawk Nelson is a canadian rock band. check out their site. they are becoming more known, and are touring right now. they have a new cd out also: Smile it's the end of the world" some great songs of their's are "Everything You Ever Wanted", "Take Me", "From Underneath" and "California". this band is too good to miss, so dont waste time before you check out their awesome music!
Philippians 4:7
"And God's peace, which is so great we cannot understand it, will keep your hearts and minds in Jesus Christ."
Just think about that for a minute..... peace so great that we cant even understand it! Now who wouldnt want that? Why do we make ourselves suffer when God tells us to give us our burdens? if we give our problems to God, he gives us his peace, and his peace lets us focus on Jesus.
Just think about that for a minute..... peace so great that we cant even understand it! Now who wouldnt want that? Why do we make ourselves suffer when God tells us to give us our burdens? if we give our problems to God, he gives us his peace, and his peace lets us focus on Jesus.
Philippians 4: 6-7
Is it relly possible to not worry at all? seems a little far-fetched, huh? but God tells you not to worry, so there must be a way to avoid it. For every command God givs, he provides you with the ability to carry it out with the help of the Holy Spirit. When you worry, you're underestimating God's goodness, power, and wisdom. So honoring him is not what youre most convered about. if you believe that there is nothing God can't handle, then act like it. Paul says to replace your worry with prayer and that God will give you peace in his presence. God doesnt say, "dont care about anything." he says, "come running to me with everything. trust me to work in your heart and in your situation. believe that only i can handle it perfectly. stay closeto me, fully trust me, and ill keep you in my peace." with Gods help you can keep your heart from restlessness and keep your mind from fear and worry. you can only do that by continually being reminded of Gods truth, being thankful, and being open with him. so stay put in his Word, and keep up the conversation
Good Books
Mark of the Lion series - Francine Rivers
Laurel Shadrach Series - Stephanie Perry Moore
Annie's People Series - Beverly Lewis
Redemption Series - Karen Kingsbury with Gary Smalley
Heirs of Acadia - T. Davis Bunn and Isabella Bunn
Forbidden Doors - BIll Myers
Just Like Icecream - Lissa Halls Johnson
Chosen - Ginger Garrett
Laurel Shadrach Series - Stephanie Perry Moore
Annie's People Series - Beverly Lewis
Redemption Series - Karen Kingsbury with Gary Smalley
Heirs of Acadia - T. Davis Bunn and Isabella Bunn
Forbidden Doors - BIll Myers
Just Like Icecream - Lissa Halls Johnson
Chosen - Ginger Garrett
Passage of the Month
Philipians 4
1Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends!
Exhortations
2I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. 3Yes, and I ask you, loyal yokefellow,[a] help these women who have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.
4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
Thanks for Their Gifts
10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
14Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. 15Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again when I was in need. 17Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account. 18I have received full payment and even more; I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
20To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Final Greetings
21Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send greetings. 22All the saints send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar's household.
23The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
Go back and reread verses 4-9.
Remember to always rejoice in the Lord - thank God when you're going through hard times because you will come out stronger. God tells us what to do here. He doesnt suggest it. Memorize this verse this week, and you will soon see a change in the way you act in tough situations.
1Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends!
Exhortations
2I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. 3Yes, and I ask you, loyal yokefellow,[a] help these women who have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.
4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
Thanks for Their Gifts
10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
14Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. 15Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again when I was in need. 17Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account. 18I have received full payment and even more; I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
20To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Final Greetings
21Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send greetings. 22All the saints send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar's household.
23The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
Go back and reread verses 4-9.
Remember to always rejoice in the Lord - thank God when you're going through hard times because you will come out stronger. God tells us what to do here. He doesnt suggest it. Memorize this verse this week, and you will soon see a change in the way you act in tough situations.
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