From: "Dwayne Savaya" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Gods Work Ministry Inspirational and Encouragement E-Mail
Dear Friend, In this day that we are living, it's important that we believe in ourselves as God believes in us and strive forth reaching for the dreams and goals that we have in our hearts. We should never postpone for tomorrow what could be done today and it is for this reason that we are to revive our inner self and go forward with a renewed energy and accomplish all that is in our hearts. The Bible declares in Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." The Lord is good, and His wish for us is to prosper and be in health, even as our soul prospers. Be encouraged to be the warrior that God has created you to be and strive to reach every goal that is within you, because with God by your side, nothing shall be impossible to you. (Romans 12:1-5) (3 John 2) (Luke 1:37) I hope you are inspired and challenged by today's message to use this day to be a blessing to yourself and to those lucky enough to be around you. IN THIS DAY... In this day I choose living not just for the sake of passing time. I choose to take advantage of the milliseconds between my breath and my sigh. In this day I will grasp hold of the moments I lost so many times before as words rolled off my tongue penetrating the ears and hearts of those whom I wanted to hurt and did. In this day I will make up for time lost by living between my thoughts and my action. I will live up to my potential, which through God's Grace is unlimited. In this day I will help someone else find the greatest secret of all. While we spend our lives in pursuit of success and happiness, we have all that we will ever need from the moment of conception until our last breath. In this day I will acknowledge that I am a magnificent creation capable of the greatest accomplishments. I am one of a kind. Never before in the history of human existence and never again will there be another me. I have a purpose, a mission and with that a responsibility to fulfill those goals. The key to success is in "knowing" and "believing" that I can, then purposefully taking action. The "knowing" is the small voice you hear deep within that gives direction. It sparks the dreams and softens the indignant blows that life throws at us. It is the spirit of our being connected to the Great Power. It never goes away although many spend a lifetime trying to block it out. "Believing" comes once we have accepted that self esteem is not an ego trip but a verification that you are a living miracle created by God. Although we are all capable of grand accomplishments that can change the world, we all succeed at various levels none less important than the next. Some listen more intently to the voice and act upon those beliefs. Others cautiously follow taking life step by step. Even those who do not heed the call serve a purpose. They often serve as the best friend, the parent, the neighbor who ignites the spark in others bound for greater goals. In this day I will celebrate as if it was my birthday and 24 hours was my gift. I will treasure the sunrise and save the light in my hand for darkened days. I will fill my lungs to capacity with the sweet smell of life and consume the colors that surround me like a meal fit for a king. I will taste the reds and yellows of the flowers and bathe in the blues and greens of the sky and grass. At the end of the day in the darkest hours my soul will light the way to rest in the satisfaction of knowing I did not waste a morsel. Then in my last day on this earth I will leave filled with joy to a better place knowing that I have served my purpose and completed my mission. I will leave behind my energy that will disperse into every rock and tree and molecule. I will become a part of the color, the light, the breath of life for others to consume. I will not wither to the ground as failure and serve as a pathway. I will rise with the sun to bring joy forever to those who will dream after me. I am important. I am successful. I am God's creation! I am alive! By Bob Perks Read and meditate on these scriptures: James 4:13-15 "Come now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit'; whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. Instead you ought to say, If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that." Psalm 34:11-15 "Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD. What man is he that desireth life, and loveth many days, that he may see good? Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile. Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it. The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and His ears are open unto their cry." Psalm 103:2-5 "Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's." Psalm 20:6-9 "Now know I that the LORD saveth His anointed; He will hear him from His Holy Heaven with the saving strength of His right hand. Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God. They are brought down and fallen: but we are risen, and stand upright. Save, LORD: let the king hear us when we call." All of these scriptures can be found in the King James Version Bible. Today's Selected Poem: I KNOW WHO HOLDS TOMORROW Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/inpoem190.htm Today's Selected Testimony: FATHER KNOWS BEST Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/testimony109.htm ============================================= From: "Dwayne Savaya" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Gods Work Ministry Inspirational and Encouragement E-Mail Dear Friend, At all times we are to lift up our eyes to the Lord proclaiming our praise, thankfulness, and gratitude for God's faithful and consistent love that is everlasting. We are to see the Lord as our loving Father who wishes to lift us up higher than we were before and meet our every need according to His perfect will for our lives. The Bible declares in Luke 12:32 "Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom." The Lord wishes to give us every good and perfect gift, but we must ask, seek and knock and let our requests be made known to the Lord. Be encouraged to seek the Lord in prayer and whatever desire is laid upon your heart, ask the Lord for it earnestly and by faith believe that you will receive what you have asked for. (Psalm 121:1-8) (Philippians 4:6-7) I hope today's message encourages your heart to make prayer a daily part of your life where giving thanks and letting your needs be made known unto God are a daily communion between you and the Lord. THE RED GERANIUM It was the day before my mother's seventy sixth birthday and I still hadn't made up my mind what to give her. She was living in a nursing home and couldn't have a lot of personal things with her. I finally called my sister to see what she thought. She told me that she'd heard our mother say she would love a red geranium but she hadn't seen any that were big enough for a lovely gift. As I drove home from work that afternoon I whispered a short prayer; "Lord, I need something extra special for my Mom's birthday, something cheerful, that I can afford. Something that will last awhile." My purse was pretty flat. The greenhouse was on my way home so I pulled in and parked. I trudged wearily up the slight incline and pushed the door open and went in. Facing me, sat the prettiest red geranium I had ever seen! It had four large clusters in full bloom, and, on closer inspection, I saw four more clusters just budding out. I breathed my, "Thank you, Lord!" and wondered why I was so surprised. "How much is it?" I asked the girl at the counter. And she answered, "Four fifty, plus a dollar if you want it wrapped," "It's an answer to a prayer," I told her. "All the geraniums I've seen are bedding plants." And as I signed the card, she tucked a red ribbon bow at the base of the plant. I could hardly wait to deliver it and when I walked into her room, her smile said it all! She was as excited as if I'd given her an expensive treasure. "I've wanted one for so long...Oh, honey, it's so beautiful! Did you see the buds?" I told her it was an answer to a prayer...and she raised her eyes toward heaven and breathed a quiet "Thank You Lord!" The flowers bloomed on and on, and new clusters of buds formed. God is so good! By Eva Young Read and meditate on these scriptures: Luke 11:9-10 Jesus declares "And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." Philippians 4:6-7 "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Mark 11:24-26 Jesus declares "Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses." 1 Chronicles 16:8-13 "Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon His name, make known His deeds among the people. Sing unto Him, sing psalms unto Him, talk ye of all His wondrous works. Glory ye in His Holy Name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. Seek the LORD and His strength, seek His face continually. Remember His marvellous works that He hath done, His wonders, and the judgments of His mouth; O ye seed of Israel His servant, ye children of Jacob, His chosen ones." All of these scriptures can be found in the King James Version Bible. Today's Selected Poem: OUR MASTER CAN Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/enpoem126.htm Today's Selected Testimony: JESUS IS THE FAITHFUL PROVIDER Click here to read --- http://www.Godswork.org/testimony96.htm In Christ's Service, Dwayne Savaya Gods Work Ministry Please feel free to visit the Website to read more Encouraging and Inspirational stories, poems and testimonies. Our E-mail Archives are available as well to read the messages that have been sent in the past. You can now hear our stories and poems by ordering Voice Messages. Each volume contains 15 messages that can be heard and enjoyed anywhere a CD player is available. To order your copy, please click on this link: http://www.Godswork.org/voicemessages.htm You can also send Free E-cards to friends and loved ones with the many choices available. You are also welcome to post your prayer requests in our Prayer Forum. 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