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\o/ \o/~~~~~~~~(((( Hidup oleh Roh, Dipimpin oleh Roh, Gal.5:25 ))))~~~~~~~\o/ \o/ From: "Dwayne Savaya" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>   Gods Work Ministry Inspirational and Encouragement E-Mail Dear Friend, The blessings that surround us abound and are too many to list by name, but many times when a problem comes our way we forget of all the good things that we have and choose to murmur and complain about the trial that is before us.  We are to have the same attitude of praise and thanksgiving no matter how things are going in our life.  In good times we are to praise God and in the difficult times we are to thank and praise God because His provision is sure and clear. The Apostle Paul declares in Philippians 4:11, "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content."  It is easy for anyone to be in good spirits when everything is going smoothly, but it takes trust, character and faith to be at peace even in the midst of the hardest of trials.  I encourage you to be thankful at all times and know that God has promised to be with you and will never leave your side. (1 Cor. 10:10-11) (James 1:2-5) I hope you are encouraged by today's message to be thankful for what you have and remember that God is with you at all times no matter what may come before you. THE PASSENGER The passengers on the bus watched sympathetically as the attractive young woman with the white cane made her way carefully up the steps. She paid the driver and, using her hands to feel the location of the seats, walked down the aisle and found the seat he'd told her was empty. Then she settled in, placed her briefcase on her lap and rested her cane against her leg. It had been a year since Susan, thirty-four, became blind. Due to a medical misdiagnosis, she had been rendered sightless, and she was suddenly thrown into a world of darkness, anger, frustration and self-pity. Once a fiercely independent woman, Susan now felt condemned by this terrible twist of fate to become a powerless, helpless burden on everyone around her. "How could this have happened to me?" she would plead, her heart knotted with anger.  But no matter how much she cried or ranted or prayed, she knew the painful truth-her sight was never going to return. A cloud of depression hung over Susan's once optimistic spirit. Just getting through each day was an exercise in frustration and exhaustion. And all she had to cling to was her husband Mark. Mark was an Air Force officer, and he loved Susan with all of his heart. When she first lost her sight, he watched her sink into despair and was determined to help his wife gain the strength and confidence she needed to become independent again. Mark's military background had trained him well to deal with sensitive situations, and yet he knew this was the most difficult battle he would ever face. Finally, Susan felt ready to return to her job, but how would she get there? She used to take the bus, but was now too frightened to get around the city by herself. Mark volunteered to drive her to work each day, even though they worked at opposite ends of the city. At first, this comforted Susan and fulfilled Mark's need to protect his sightless wife who was so insecure about performing the slightest task. Soon, however, Mark realized that this arrangement wasn't working - it was hectic, and costly. Susan is going to have to start taking the bus again, he admitted to himself. But just the thought of mentioning it to her made him cringe. She was still so fragile, so angry. How would she react? Just as Mark predicted, Susan was horrified at the idea of taking the bus again. "I'm blind!" she responded bitterly. "How am I supposed to know where I'm going? I feel like you're abandoning me." Mark's heart broke to hear these words, but he knew what had to be done. He promised Susan that each morning and evening he would ride the bus with her, for as long as it took, until she got the hang of it. And that is exactly what happened. For two solid weeks, Mark, military uniform and all accompanied Susan to and from work each day. He taught her how to rely on her other senses, especifically her hearing, to determine where she was and how to adapt to her new environment. He helped her befriend the bus drivers who could watch out for her, and save her a seat. He made her laugh, even on those not-so-good days when she would trip exiting the bus, or drop her briefcase. Each morning, they made the journey together, and Mark would take a cab back to his office. Although this routine was even more costly and exhausting than the previous one, Mark knew it was only a matter of time before Susan would be able to ride the bus on her own. He believed in her, in the Susan he used to know before she'd lost her sight, who wasn't afraid of any challenge and who would never, ever quit. Finally, Susan decided that she was ready to try the trip on her own. Monday morning arrived, and before she left, she threw her arms around Mark, her temporary bus riding companion, her husband, and her best friend. Her eyes filled with tears of gratitude for his loyalty, his patience, his love. She said good-bye, and for the first time, they went their separate ways. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday...Each day on her own went perfectly, and Susan had never felt better. She was doing it! She was going to work all by herself! On Friday morning, Susan took the bus to work as usual. As she was paying for her fare to exit the bus, the driver said, "Boy, I sure envy you." Susan wasn't sure if the driver was speaking to her or not. After all, who on earth would ever envy a blind woman who had struggled just to find the courage to live for the past year? Curious, she asked the driver, "Why do you say that you envy me?" The driver responded, "It must feel so good to be taken care of and protected like you are." Susan had no idea what the driver was talking about, and asked again, "What do you mean?" The driver answered, "You know, every morning for the past week, a fine looking gentleman in a military uniform has been standing across the corner watching you when you get off the bus. He makes sure you cross the street safely, and he watches you until you enter your office building. Then he blows you a kiss, gives you a little salute and walks away. You are one lucky lady." Tears of happiness poured down Susan's cheeks. For although she couldn't physically see him, she had always felt Mark's presence. She was blessed, so blessed, for he had given her a gift more powerful than sight, a gift she didn't need to see to believe - the gift of love that can bring light where there had been darkness. God watches over us in just the same way. We may not know He is present. We may not be able to see His face, but He is there nonetheless! My Wish For You Today! Is To Be blessed in this thought: "God Loves You - even when you are not looking." Author Unknown Read and meditate on these scriptures: Hebrews 13:5-6 "Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.  So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me." Psalm 91:1-4 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in Him will I trust.  Surely He shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence. He shall cover thee with His feathers, and under His wings shalt thou  trust: His truth shall be thy shield and buckler." Jeremiah 31:3 "The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee." Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." All of these scriptures can be found in the King James Version Bible. Today's Selected Poem:  TEN RULES FOR A HAPPY DAY Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/inpoem133.htm Today's Selected Testimony:  WHEN OUR BOAT SANK Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/testimony66.htm ================================================= Gods Work Ministry Inspirational and Encouragement E-Mail Dear Friend, The Love that we show toward others doesn't always have to come with words, but can come simply by our positive actions intervening to make a bad situation better or more bearable for that one going through the hardship. Many times we become self involved and forget that we are to bear one another's burdens.  We are to have the mind of Christ and care for our fellow man as we would for ourselves.  The Bible declares in Galatians 6:2, "Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."  As believers in Jesus Christ, we have received undeserved mercy and compassion and as His children we are to share that mercy and compassion to a hurting and dying world.  Be encouraged to take the time to be a blessing when you have the opportunity and allow your light to shine brightly where others are positively affected. (Matthew 5:38-48) (Matthew 22:36-40) (Matthew 5:16) I hope this message ministers to your heart to take special interest in that one around you that needs to be comforted and encouraged.  By your actions you will be stepping in the footprints of The Savior and showing that one whom you belong to. ROCKING WITH ME There was once an elderly, despondent woman in a nursing home. She wouldn't speak to anyone or request anything.  She merely existed - rocking in her creaky old rocking chair. The old woman didn't have many visitors.  But every couple mornings, a concerned and wise young nurse would go into her room.  She didn't try to speak or ask questions of the old lady.  She simply pulled up another rocking chair beside the old woman and rocked with her. Weeks later, the old woman finally spoke. "Thank you," she said. "Thank you for rocking with me." Author Unknown We are to comfort those who are disheartened and lift up those who are down and discouraged.  When I think of comforting others, I think of Job.  When Job went through the terrible trials of his life, three of his friends gathered together and set their minds that they would comfort their friend. They did not pray for someone else to comfort him or to intervene, but took action right away and were by Job's side in his time of need.  Their intervention is a lesson that we can all learn from. (2 Corinthians 1:3-5) The account of what took place is written in Job 2:11-13 "Now when Job's three friends heard of all this adversity that had come upon him, each one came from his own place-Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite. For they had made an appointment together to come and mourn with him, and to comfort him. 12 And when they raised their eyes from afar, and did not recognize him, they lifted their voices and wept; and each one tore his robe and sprinkled dust on his head toward heaven. 13 So they sat down with him on the ground seven days and seven nights, and no one spoke a word to him, for they saw that his grief was very great." We should never think it difficult to intervene and be helpful to someone who is in need.  If we found ourselves going through certain trials and tribulations, we would want someone there to encourage us to stand strong and not give up and so we who are able should always be ready to lend a helping hand towards someone who is in need. (1 Thessalonians 5:14-15) Be encouraged to be a friend toward someone who is in need and allow your presence to make a bad situation a little better.  We may not be able to make someone else's troubles disappear, but we sure can be a friend and let that one know that we care and will be there for them. (Philippians 2:5-7) Read and meditate on these scriptures: Matthew 25:37-40 Jesus declares "Then shall the righteous answer Him, saying, Lord, when saw we Thee an hungred, and fed Thee? or thirsty, and gave Thee drink?  When saw we Thee a stranger, and took Thee in? or naked, and clothed Thee?  Or when saw we Thee sick, or in prison, and came unto Thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto Me." 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 "Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.  For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ." 1 John 4:10-12 "Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us, and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.  Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.  No man hath seen God at any time.  If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and His love is perfected in us." All of these scriptures can be found in the King James Version Bible. 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