If children live with criticism, they learn to condemn.
If children live with hostility, they learn to fight.
If children live with fear, they learn to be apprehensive.
If children live with pity, they learn to feel sorry for themselves.
If children live with ridicule, they learn to feel shy.
If children live with jealousy, they learn to feel envy.
If children live with shame, they learn to feel guilty.
If children live with encouragement, they learn confidence.
If children live with tolerance, they learn patience.
If children live with praise, they learn appreciation.
If children live with acceptance, they learn to love.
If children live with approval, they learn to like themselves.
If children live with recognition, they learn it is good to have a goal.
If children live with sharing, they learn generosity.
If children live with honesty, they learn truthfulness.
If children live with fairness, they learn justice.
If children live with kindness and consideration, they learn respect.
If children live with security, they learn to have faith in themselves and in those about them.
If children live with friendliness, they learn the world is a nice place in which to live.
This beautiful poem in which I hold near and dear to my heart is an excerpted from the book CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE was beautiful written by Dorothy Law Nolte and Rachel Harris.
Thank you Dorothy and Rachel
Brothers and Sisters in Christ, please, please, please heed to God's Word and "Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6
Elder J. Andres Vazquez
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Wednesday, June 29, 2005
God's Total Quality Management Questionnaire
God would like to thank you for your belief and patronage. In order to better serve your needs, He asks that you take a few moments to answer the following questions.
Please keep in mind that your responses will be kept completely confidential, and that you need not disclose your name or address unless you prefer a direct response to comments or suggestions.
How did you find out about God?
__ Newspaper
__ Television
__ Word of mouth
__ Torah
__ Bible
__ Koran
__ Other Book
__ Divine Inspiration
__ Near Death Experience
__ Friend or Relative
__ Other: ____________
Are you currently using any other source of inspiration in addition to God? Please check all that apply.
__ Tarot
__ Horoscope
__ Fortune cookies
__ Self-help books
__ Biorythms
__ Mantras
__ Insurance policies
__ Lottery
__ Television
__ Ann Landers
__ Sex
__ Alcohol or drugs
__ Other: ____________
__ None
God employs a limited degree of Divine Intervention to preserve the balanced level of felt presence and blind faith. Which would you prefer (circle one)?
a. More Divine Intervention
b. Less Divine Intervention
c. Current level of Divine Intervention is just right
d. Don't know
God also attempts to maintain a balanced level of disasters and miracles. Please rate on a scale of 1 - 5 his handling of the following (1=unsatisfactory, 5=excellent):
a. Disasters (flood, famine, earthquake, war)
1 2 3 4 5
b. Miracles (rescues, spontaneous remission of disease, sports upsets)
1 2 3 4 5
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions for improving the quality of God's services? (Attach an additional sheet if necessary):
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Bless you!
PS. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6
Brothers and Sisters is Christ, we as Christians should not go around drenched by our hands in worry. Worry is lack of confidence or for a better word, lack of faith. We should trust the Lord in every facet of our lives. Now the word “Supplication”, in the verse above, means petition. Prayer should not be just a time to demand or request things of God that we want but rather should go to God in prayer, thanking Him for all He has already done for us. We ought to praise Him for who He is, and then make our request known. God is a loving God and He will give you the desire of your heart, if you love Him as He loves you.
"Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart." Psalms 37:4
Please keep in mind that your responses will be kept completely confidential, and that you need not disclose your name or address unless you prefer a direct response to comments or suggestions.
How did you find out about God?
__ Newspaper
__ Television
__ Word of mouth
__ Torah
__ Bible
__ Koran
__ Other Book
__ Divine Inspiration
__ Near Death Experience
__ Friend or Relative
__ Other: ____________
Are you currently using any other source of inspiration in addition to God? Please check all that apply.
__ Tarot
__ Horoscope
__ Fortune cookies
__ Self-help books
__ Biorythms
__ Mantras
__ Insurance policies
__ Lottery
__ Television
__ Ann Landers
__ Sex
__ Alcohol or drugs
__ Other: ____________
__ None
God employs a limited degree of Divine Intervention to preserve the balanced level of felt presence and blind faith. Which would you prefer (circle one)?
a. More Divine Intervention
b. Less Divine Intervention
c. Current level of Divine Intervention is just right
d. Don't know
God also attempts to maintain a balanced level of disasters and miracles. Please rate on a scale of 1 - 5 his handling of the following (1=unsatisfactory, 5=excellent):
a. Disasters (flood, famine, earthquake, war)
1 2 3 4 5
b. Miracles (rescues, spontaneous remission of disease, sports upsets)
1 2 3 4 5
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions for improving the quality of God's services? (Attach an additional sheet if necessary):
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Bless you!
PS. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6
Brothers and Sisters is Christ, we as Christians should not go around drenched by our hands in worry. Worry is lack of confidence or for a better word, lack of faith. We should trust the Lord in every facet of our lives. Now the word “Supplication”, in the verse above, means petition. Prayer should not be just a time to demand or request things of God that we want but rather should go to God in prayer, thanking Him for all He has already done for us. We ought to praise Him for who He is, and then make our request known. God is a loving God and He will give you the desire of your heart, if you love Him as He loves you.
"Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart." Psalms 37:4
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
GOOD TIDINGS
My dear beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ, follow this advice and you can improve your life. Always remember that you are loved, even when it doesn't seem like it. Believe in yourself and your values. Don't sell out when things go wrong. Don't let anything get you down; always bounce back up. Set goals for your future and never settle for anything less. Realize that there are others in the world with much bigger problems than you. Appreciate the good things in your life, and be thankful for the time you have with your loved ones. Spend more time with your family and friends. Appreciate the simple things in life, and don't get caught up in material things. If you follow that advice you can't go wrong!
So the next time you're looking at a situation in your life...
Simply ask yourself, “Is the cup half empty? Or is the cup half full?” Be an optimist and see the cup as being half full. Better yet, as a child of God not only is your cup half full, it’s more than full, it Runneth over. Trust me before long, your attitude will rub off on others. You can make the world a better place by simply making yourself a happier person. So soldiers of the living God go out there and let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours. And if you don’t have one…the Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; I, Andres, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an elder, hereby give you one of my smiles to get you started.
To all the beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Yours because of Calvary,
In service of the King,
Elder J.A. Vazquez
So the next time you're looking at a situation in your life...
Simply ask yourself, “Is the cup half empty? Or is the cup half full?” Be an optimist and see the cup as being half full. Better yet, as a child of God not only is your cup half full, it’s more than full, it Runneth over. Trust me before long, your attitude will rub off on others. You can make the world a better place by simply making yourself a happier person. So soldiers of the living God go out there and let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours. And if you don’t have one…the Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; I, Andres, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an elder, hereby give you one of my smiles to get you started.
To all the beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Yours because of Calvary,
In service of the King,
Elder J.A. Vazquez
Friday, June 24, 2005
I SHALL
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, in the book of Philippians chapter four verse thirteen the Bible states "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." And because of this fact...
I am capable. I am worthwhile.I am beautiful. I am lovable.I shall accept both my strengthsand my weaknesses for they are me.
I shall never again believe the "lie"that if I make a mistake,I am a mistake.My mistakes are the learning toolsthat I shall encounter on my life journey.
When I learn from my mistakes,I give them meaningWhen I give my mistakes meaning,I can begin to forgive myself,I can begin to heal.
I shall not use my mistakes as excusesto give up on me.....My mistakes are not me.
I shall seek the wisdom to nurturemy heart, mind, body, and soulso that I may feel more centered
providing an energy reserve that allowsme to climb the mountains in my own life
providing an energy reserve that allowsme to love and support otherswho are climbing a different mountain
providing an energy reserve that allowstime for friends, playand the celebration of life.
I shall allow myself to feel capable
so that I may seek excellence.
I shall allow myself to feel sadness
so that joy may return.
I shall allow myself to feel joy
so that I may be revitalized.
I shall allow myself to feel afraid
so that I may find courage.
I shall allow myself to feel alone
so that I may know me.
I shall allow myself to feel beautiful
so that I may feel free.
I shall allow myself to feel lovable
so that the loving may seek me.
I shall allow myself to feel pain
so that I may heal.
I shall allow myself to feel worthy
so that I may fulfill my purpose.
When I am centered,I see the perfection in the world,myself and others.
When I find the world to be imperfect,I will take responsibilityfor painting it that way.
I will look into the heart of a rose,or the eyes of a newborn babyand again know perfection.
I take responsibilityfor creating my own life storythrough the choices I have made;to blame others is to give awaymy personal power.
Who will I allow to writethe next chapter of my life?
I shall seek the courage to believein a God or Higher Powerwho will laugh with me in the sunlightor cry with me in the darkness.
I shall make a small difference on this planetthrough the work I do.When I leave I will have done my share.
I shall live, love, laugh,and learn on my journey.
My dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, in the same book and chapter of Philippians but this time verse six the Bible states "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God", therefore we shall.
I am capable. I am worthwhile.I am beautiful. I am lovable.I shall accept both my strengthsand my weaknesses for they are me.
I shall never again believe the "lie"that if I make a mistake,I am a mistake.My mistakes are the learning toolsthat I shall encounter on my life journey.
When I learn from my mistakes,I give them meaningWhen I give my mistakes meaning,I can begin to forgive myself,I can begin to heal.
I shall not use my mistakes as excusesto give up on me.....My mistakes are not me.
I shall seek the wisdom to nurturemy heart, mind, body, and soulso that I may feel more centered
providing an energy reserve that allowsme to climb the mountains in my own life
providing an energy reserve that allowsme to love and support otherswho are climbing a different mountain
providing an energy reserve that allowstime for friends, playand the celebration of life.
I shall allow myself to feel capable
so that I may seek excellence.
I shall allow myself to feel sadness
so that joy may return.
I shall allow myself to feel joy
so that I may be revitalized.
I shall allow myself to feel afraid
so that I may find courage.
I shall allow myself to feel alone
so that I may know me.
I shall allow myself to feel beautiful
so that I may feel free.
I shall allow myself to feel lovable
so that the loving may seek me.
I shall allow myself to feel pain
so that I may heal.
I shall allow myself to feel worthy
so that I may fulfill my purpose.
When I am centered,I see the perfection in the world,myself and others.
When I find the world to be imperfect,I will take responsibilityfor painting it that way.
I will look into the heart of a rose,or the eyes of a newborn babyand again know perfection.
I take responsibilityfor creating my own life storythrough the choices I have made;to blame others is to give awaymy personal power.
Who will I allow to writethe next chapter of my life?
I shall seek the courage to believein a God or Higher Powerwho will laugh with me in the sunlightor cry with me in the darkness.
I shall make a small difference on this planetthrough the work I do.When I leave I will have done my share.
I shall live, love, laugh,and learn on my journey.
My dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, in the same book and chapter of Philippians but this time verse six the Bible states "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God", therefore we shall.
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
To My Precious Son
Because I knew even before I created the earth that you would accept My love for you, and that you would seek to know Me thus…
In the beginning I created the heavens and the earth. Then at the right time and in the right place I created you. I created your inner most being, I created every part of you, I knit you together in your mother's womb. You were carefully and wonderfully made; my works are wonderful, and you Andres are my work. My eyes saw your unformed body. All the days planned for you were written in my book before one of them came to be. How precious are my thoughts for you, How great is the number of them! If you were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.
Listen to me, Andres; I created you and have cared for you since before you were born. I will be your God throughout your lifetime, until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you. I will carry you in my arms, holding you close to my heart. For I know the plans that I have for you plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Andres there are some times of suffering in your life. But the temporary suffering of this life does not compare to the glory that shall be revealed in you. Know this that I am with you and I will help you. Your help comes from me, I am the God who created the heavens and the earth, and the one who created you. I will never leave you, I will never reject you. When your parents fail you I will pick you up, hold you close, and adopt you. Nothing can ever separate you from my love for you. When you are in trouble and distress my love is with you. When you are persecuted my love is with you. When you are hungry and cold and naked my love is with you, I am always with you. When you are in danger and threatened with death my love is with you, I will be with you forever.
Andres know that nothing can separate you from my love, no matter how high you go, no matter how deep you sink, nothing in life and not even death can separate you from Me, and My love for you. No demon or any other power in hell can separate you from my love. My love for you is revealed through Christ Jesus your Lord. In all things and every situation you will have victory, you will conquer, because the victory of Christ Jesus is your victory.
But now, Andres, I the LORD, who created you and formed you, says: Do not be afraid, for I have purchased you. I have called you by name; you are mine. When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, they will not over flow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned. I command you to be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid; do not be dismayed, for I, the LORD your God will be with you everywhere you go.
Andres, know that everything will work together for your good, because you love me. You have been called according to my purpose. For I knew you before you were born and I predestined you to be conformed to the likeness of my Son, Jesus Christ. This is your destiny, and this is your purpose, that you become one with my Son Jesus, and thus one with me. I created you in my image so that you and I can express love to each other. The most intimate relationship you can have is with me because you and I are becoming one. You and your brothers and sisters that believe in me are becoming one with Jesus, and thus one with me. You in me, and me in you, together, unified by my love for you. You were designed for this purpose, nothing else will ever satisfy your deepest needs, your deepest desires, only I can. Because you seek to know me I satisfy your heart with love, joy, and peace that only I can give you.
Andres if you should forget me, and enter into sin, and not turn back to Me on your own then I will punish you. Because your sin will separate you from feeling My presence, and My influence, and I want you to return to your first love, the One who loves you. I the Lord discipline those I love, and I punish everyone who I accept as my child. Just as a good Father disciplines His children to turn them away from a dangerous path, so I shall discipline you for your good, that you may share in My holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Andres, When you confess your sins, I am faithful and just and will forgive you of your sins and cleanse you from all unrighteousness. In repentance and resting in Me is your salvation, in quietness and trusting Me is your strength. I will create in you a clean heart and renew a right spirit within you. I will not send you away from My presence, and I will not take My Holy Spirit from you. I will restore again the joy of your salvation, and make you willing to obey Me. Then you will teach My ways to sinners, and they will return to Me also. Humble yourself, therefore, under My mighty hand, that I may lift you up at the right time.
Andres do not forget all my benefits, I forgive all your sins and heal all your diseases, I rescue your life from the pit of destruction and crown you with love and compassion. I satisfy your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagles. I The LORD work righteousness and justice for all the oppressed; I The LORD am compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. I will not always accuse, nor will I harbor my anger forever; I do not treat you as your sins deserve or repay you according to your iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is My love for you because you fear Me; as far as the east is from the west, so far have I removed your transgressions from you.
Andres, call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know. Always pray to Me about your every concern, pray from your mouth and pray from your heart, I hear every thought that you think. Everything that you care about, I care about also because it concerns you. Cast all your cares and anxiety on Me because I love you. Trust in Me, the LORD YOUR GOD, with all your heart, do not depend on your own understanding; In everything acknowledge Me, And I will direct your paths. Do not worry about anything, but in everything big or small, by prayer, with thanksgiving, present your requests to Me, the Most High God. And I will give you My peace in your heart, peace that is beyond all human understanding, and it will guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus. Always be joyful. Keep on praying always. No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is My will for you because you belong to Me.
Andres, Study My Book of law and truth, the Holy Bible, do not let My words depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. My words are Spirit and they are Life. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you will, and it will be given you. For the word of God is living and powerful. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. The most important thing you will ever own is your Bible because it gives you knowledge of Me, The Most High God. It makes the poor rich, it gives hope to the hopeless, faith to the fearful, food to the hungry, water to the thirsty, love to the despised, comfort to the lonely, freedom to the prisoner, health to the sick, light in the darkness, and life to the dying.
Andres I have set up circumstances and situations in your life to cause you to seek Me and find Me. I desire that you know Me. I am The Lord your God, full of compassion, and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, Let not the mighty man glory in his might, Nor let the rich man glory in his riches; But Andres glory in this, That you understand and know Me, That I am the LORD, exercising compassion, lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth. For in these I delight and take pleasure.
All things are created for My pleasure and My pleasure is to show forth loving compassion. I have compassion on the poor and needy, and I am a Father to the fatherless, I help them, and I defend them. Far below Me are the heavens and the earth, I stoop to look down, and I lift the poor from the dirt and the needy from the garbage dump and I set them among princes. Andres I want you to do these things also, have compassion on the poor and needy and help them, this is what it means to know Me. For I am Love, and when you live in love, you live in Me, and I live in you. Loving compassion is good, and this is what I require from you, to do what is right, to love compassion, and to walk humbly with your God.
As a father has compassion on his children, so I your LORD have compassion on you because you fear Me; for I know how you were formed, I remember that you are dust. Forever and ever My love is with you because you fear Me, and My righteousness with your children's children; with those who keep My covenant and remember to obey My laws. My law is to love. You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments all of My laws are based. When you walk in love you are obeying all My laws. When you walk in Love you are walking in My Holy Spirit for I AM LOVE!
Andres come and live in My shelter, in the protection of the Most High God, you will find rest in the presence of the Almighty. You will say, "This I declare of the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I am trusting him." Andres I will rescue you from every trap and protect you from the fatal plague. I will shield you with My wings. I will shelter you with My feathers. My faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor fear the dangers of the day, nor dread the plague that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. But you will see it with your eyes; you will see how the wicked are punished.
Because you Andres make the LORD your refuge, because you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your dwelling. For I order My angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you with their hands to keep you from striking your foot on a stone. You will trample down lions and poisonous snakes; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet!
Andres, My servant, and My friend, whom I have chosen, I have chosen you and have not rejected you. 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 hold you up with my righteous right hand. All who come against you will surely be ashamed and disgraced; those who oppose you will be as nothing and perish. Though you search for your enemies, you will not find them. Those who wage war against you will be as nothing at all. For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, do not fear; I will help you. Do not be afraid, for I myself will help you declares the LORD, your Redeemer. You will rejoice in the LORD and glory in the Holy One of Israel.
Andres, when you asked Me to forgive your sins and come into your heart I sent My Holy Spirit into you to comfort you, to give you power, and as proof to you that I have adopted you as My child. The Holy Spirit shall lead you into all truth because He shall testify of Jesus, and He will give you power to testify of Jesus. I will speak to you through My Holy Spirit that is in you, He will tell you what is right and wrong, what is love and hate. My Holy Spirit is a gentle whisper inside your heart telling you the path to walk in. If you walk in My Spirit you will walk in love, you will not sin. And you will see great and mighty things happen before you, they will not be accomplished by strength, nor by outside force, but by My Spirit says the LORD ALMIGHTY. Through My Holy Spirit I shall give you supernatural gifts that you may be blessed, and that you shall bless others through demonstrating My love for them. My Holy Spirit will be with you through out your whole life, and after I will receive you into My glory.
I your LORD say to you I will rescue you because you love me. I will protect you because you trust in my name. When you call on me, I will answer; I will be with you in trouble. I will rescue you and honor you. I will satisfy you with a long life and give you my salvation. Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me. It is your destiny.
Thus Says THE LORD Your GOD !
In the beginning I created the heavens and the earth. Then at the right time and in the right place I created you. I created your inner most being, I created every part of you, I knit you together in your mother's womb. You were carefully and wonderfully made; my works are wonderful, and you Andres are my work. My eyes saw your unformed body. All the days planned for you were written in my book before one of them came to be. How precious are my thoughts for you, How great is the number of them! If you were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.
Listen to me, Andres; I created you and have cared for you since before you were born. I will be your God throughout your lifetime, until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you. I will carry you in my arms, holding you close to my heart. For I know the plans that I have for you plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Andres there are some times of suffering in your life. But the temporary suffering of this life does not compare to the glory that shall be revealed in you. Know this that I am with you and I will help you. Your help comes from me, I am the God who created the heavens and the earth, and the one who created you. I will never leave you, I will never reject you. When your parents fail you I will pick you up, hold you close, and adopt you. Nothing can ever separate you from my love for you. When you are in trouble and distress my love is with you. When you are persecuted my love is with you. When you are hungry and cold and naked my love is with you, I am always with you. When you are in danger and threatened with death my love is with you, I will be with you forever.
Andres know that nothing can separate you from my love, no matter how high you go, no matter how deep you sink, nothing in life and not even death can separate you from Me, and My love for you. No demon or any other power in hell can separate you from my love. My love for you is revealed through Christ Jesus your Lord. In all things and every situation you will have victory, you will conquer, because the victory of Christ Jesus is your victory.
But now, Andres, I the LORD, who created you and formed you, says: Do not be afraid, for I have purchased you. I have called you by name; you are mine. When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, they will not over flow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned. I command you to be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid; do not be dismayed, for I, the LORD your God will be with you everywhere you go.
Andres, know that everything will work together for your good, because you love me. You have been called according to my purpose. For I knew you before you were born and I predestined you to be conformed to the likeness of my Son, Jesus Christ. This is your destiny, and this is your purpose, that you become one with my Son Jesus, and thus one with me. I created you in my image so that you and I can express love to each other. The most intimate relationship you can have is with me because you and I are becoming one. You and your brothers and sisters that believe in me are becoming one with Jesus, and thus one with me. You in me, and me in you, together, unified by my love for you. You were designed for this purpose, nothing else will ever satisfy your deepest needs, your deepest desires, only I can. Because you seek to know me I satisfy your heart with love, joy, and peace that only I can give you.
Andres if you should forget me, and enter into sin, and not turn back to Me on your own then I will punish you. Because your sin will separate you from feeling My presence, and My influence, and I want you to return to your first love, the One who loves you. I the Lord discipline those I love, and I punish everyone who I accept as my child. Just as a good Father disciplines His children to turn them away from a dangerous path, so I shall discipline you for your good, that you may share in My holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Andres, When you confess your sins, I am faithful and just and will forgive you of your sins and cleanse you from all unrighteousness. In repentance and resting in Me is your salvation, in quietness and trusting Me is your strength. I will create in you a clean heart and renew a right spirit within you. I will not send you away from My presence, and I will not take My Holy Spirit from you. I will restore again the joy of your salvation, and make you willing to obey Me. Then you will teach My ways to sinners, and they will return to Me also. Humble yourself, therefore, under My mighty hand, that I may lift you up at the right time.
Andres do not forget all my benefits, I forgive all your sins and heal all your diseases, I rescue your life from the pit of destruction and crown you with love and compassion. I satisfy your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagles. I The LORD work righteousness and justice for all the oppressed; I The LORD am compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. I will not always accuse, nor will I harbor my anger forever; I do not treat you as your sins deserve or repay you according to your iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is My love for you because you fear Me; as far as the east is from the west, so far have I removed your transgressions from you.
Andres, call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know. Always pray to Me about your every concern, pray from your mouth and pray from your heart, I hear every thought that you think. Everything that you care about, I care about also because it concerns you. Cast all your cares and anxiety on Me because I love you. Trust in Me, the LORD YOUR GOD, with all your heart, do not depend on your own understanding; In everything acknowledge Me, And I will direct your paths. Do not worry about anything, but in everything big or small, by prayer, with thanksgiving, present your requests to Me, the Most High God. And I will give you My peace in your heart, peace that is beyond all human understanding, and it will guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus. Always be joyful. Keep on praying always. No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is My will for you because you belong to Me.
Andres, Study My Book of law and truth, the Holy Bible, do not let My words depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. My words are Spirit and they are Life. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you will, and it will be given you. For the word of God is living and powerful. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. The most important thing you will ever own is your Bible because it gives you knowledge of Me, The Most High God. It makes the poor rich, it gives hope to the hopeless, faith to the fearful, food to the hungry, water to the thirsty, love to the despised, comfort to the lonely, freedom to the prisoner, health to the sick, light in the darkness, and life to the dying.
Andres I have set up circumstances and situations in your life to cause you to seek Me and find Me. I desire that you know Me. I am The Lord your God, full of compassion, and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, Let not the mighty man glory in his might, Nor let the rich man glory in his riches; But Andres glory in this, That you understand and know Me, That I am the LORD, exercising compassion, lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth. For in these I delight and take pleasure.
All things are created for My pleasure and My pleasure is to show forth loving compassion. I have compassion on the poor and needy, and I am a Father to the fatherless, I help them, and I defend them. Far below Me are the heavens and the earth, I stoop to look down, and I lift the poor from the dirt and the needy from the garbage dump and I set them among princes. Andres I want you to do these things also, have compassion on the poor and needy and help them, this is what it means to know Me. For I am Love, and when you live in love, you live in Me, and I live in you. Loving compassion is good, and this is what I require from you, to do what is right, to love compassion, and to walk humbly with your God.
As a father has compassion on his children, so I your LORD have compassion on you because you fear Me; for I know how you were formed, I remember that you are dust. Forever and ever My love is with you because you fear Me, and My righteousness with your children's children; with those who keep My covenant and remember to obey My laws. My law is to love. You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments all of My laws are based. When you walk in love you are obeying all My laws. When you walk in Love you are walking in My Holy Spirit for I AM LOVE!
Andres come and live in My shelter, in the protection of the Most High God, you will find rest in the presence of the Almighty. You will say, "This I declare of the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I am trusting him." Andres I will rescue you from every trap and protect you from the fatal plague. I will shield you with My wings. I will shelter you with My feathers. My faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor fear the dangers of the day, nor dread the plague that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. But you will see it with your eyes; you will see how the wicked are punished.
Because you Andres make the LORD your refuge, because you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your dwelling. For I order My angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you with their hands to keep you from striking your foot on a stone. You will trample down lions and poisonous snakes; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet!
Andres, My servant, and My friend, whom I have chosen, I have chosen you and have not rejected you. 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 hold you up with my righteous right hand. All who come against you will surely be ashamed and disgraced; those who oppose you will be as nothing and perish. Though you search for your enemies, you will not find them. Those who wage war against you will be as nothing at all. For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, do not fear; I will help you. Do not be afraid, for I myself will help you declares the LORD, your Redeemer. You will rejoice in the LORD and glory in the Holy One of Israel.
Andres, when you asked Me to forgive your sins and come into your heart I sent My Holy Spirit into you to comfort you, to give you power, and as proof to you that I have adopted you as My child. The Holy Spirit shall lead you into all truth because He shall testify of Jesus, and He will give you power to testify of Jesus. I will speak to you through My Holy Spirit that is in you, He will tell you what is right and wrong, what is love and hate. My Holy Spirit is a gentle whisper inside your heart telling you the path to walk in. If you walk in My Spirit you will walk in love, you will not sin. And you will see great and mighty things happen before you, they will not be accomplished by strength, nor by outside force, but by My Spirit says the LORD ALMIGHTY. Through My Holy Spirit I shall give you supernatural gifts that you may be blessed, and that you shall bless others through demonstrating My love for them. My Holy Spirit will be with you through out your whole life, and after I will receive you into My glory.
I your LORD say to you I will rescue you because you love me. I will protect you because you trust in my name. When you call on me, I will answer; I will be with you in trouble. I will rescue you and honor you. I will satisfy you with a long life and give you my salvation. Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me. It is your destiny.
Thus Says THE LORD Your GOD !
Friday, June 17, 2005
A LOVE STORY
One day, I woke early in the morning to watch the sunrise. Ah the beauty of God's creation is beyond description. As I watched, I praised God for His beautiful work. As I sat their, I felt the Lord's presence with Me.
He asked me, "Do you love me?"
I answered, "Of course, God! You are my Lord and Savior!"
Then He Asked, "If you were physically handicapped, would you still love me?"
I was perplexed. I looked down upon my arms, legs and the rest of my body and wondered how many things I wouldn't be able to do, the things I took for granted. And I answered, "It would be tough Lord, but I would still love you."
The Lord asked, "If you were blind, would you still love my creation?"
How could I love something without being able to see it? Then I thought of all the blind people in the world and how many of them still loved God and His creation.
So I Answered, "It would be tough, but I would still listen to Your word."
The Lord then asked, "If you were mute, would you still praise My name?"
How could I praise without a voice? Then it occurred to me: God wants us to sing from our very heart and soul. It never matters what we sound like. And praising God is not always with a song, but when we are persecuted, we gave God praise with our words of thanks.
So I Answered, "Though I could not physically sing, I would still praise Your name."
And the Lord asked, "Do you really love Me?"
With courage and a strong conviction, I answered boldly, "Yes Lord! I love You because You are the one true God!"
I thought I had answered well, but God asked, "Then Why Do You Sin?"
I answered, "Because I am only human, I am not perfect."
"Then why in times of peace do you stray the furthest?
Why only in times of trouble do you pray earnestly?"
No answers. Only tears.
The Lord continued:
"Why only sing at fellowships and retreats?
Why seek Me in times of worship?
Why ask things so selfishly?
Why ask things so unfaithfully?"
The tears continued to roll down my cheeks.
"Why are you ashamed of Me?
Why are you not spreading good news?
Why in times of persecution, do you cry to others when I offer My shoulder to cry on?
Why make excuses when I give you opportunities to serve in My name?"
I tried to answer, but there was no answer to give.
"You are blessed with life.
I made you not to throw this gift away.
I have blessed you with talents to serve Me, but you continue to turn away.
I have revealed My Word to you, but you do not gain knowledge.
I have spoken to you but your ears were closed.
I have shown My blessings to you, but your eyes were turned away.
I have sent your servants, but you sat idly by as they were pushed away.
I have heard your prayers and I have answered them all."
"DO YOU TRULY LOVE ME ?"
I could not answer.
How could I?
I was embarrassed beyond belief.
I had no excuse.
What could I say to this?
When my heart had cried out and the tears has flowed,
I said, "Please Lord forgive me Lord.
I am unworthy to be Your child."
The Lord answered,
"That is My Grace, My child."
I asked,
"Then why do You continue to forgive me?
Why do You love me so?"
The Lord answered,
"Because you are my creation.
You are my child.
I will never abandon you.
When you cry, I will have compassion and cry with you.
When you shout with joy, I will laugh with you.
When you are down, I will encourage you.
When you fall, I will raise you up.
When you are tired, I will carry you.
I will be with you till the end of days, and I will Love You Forever.
" Never had I cried so hard before.
How could I have been so cold?
How could I have hurt God as I had done?
I asked God, "How much do You love me?"
The Lord stretched out His arms, and I saw His nail-pierced hands.
I bowed down at the feet of Christ, my Savior.
And for the first time...
I truly prayed.
He asked me, "Do you love me?"
I answered, "Of course, God! You are my Lord and Savior!"
Then He Asked, "If you were physically handicapped, would you still love me?"
I was perplexed. I looked down upon my arms, legs and the rest of my body and wondered how many things I wouldn't be able to do, the things I took for granted. And I answered, "It would be tough Lord, but I would still love you."
The Lord asked, "If you were blind, would you still love my creation?"
How could I love something without being able to see it? Then I thought of all the blind people in the world and how many of them still loved God and His creation.
So I Answered, "It would be tough, but I would still listen to Your word."
The Lord then asked, "If you were mute, would you still praise My name?"
How could I praise without a voice? Then it occurred to me: God wants us to sing from our very heart and soul. It never matters what we sound like. And praising God is not always with a song, but when we are persecuted, we gave God praise with our words of thanks.
So I Answered, "Though I could not physically sing, I would still praise Your name."
And the Lord asked, "Do you really love Me?"
With courage and a strong conviction, I answered boldly, "Yes Lord! I love You because You are the one true God!"
I thought I had answered well, but God asked, "Then Why Do You Sin?"
I answered, "Because I am only human, I am not perfect."
"Then why in times of peace do you stray the furthest?
Why only in times of trouble do you pray earnestly?"
No answers. Only tears.
The Lord continued:
"Why only sing at fellowships and retreats?
Why seek Me in times of worship?
Why ask things so selfishly?
Why ask things so unfaithfully?"
The tears continued to roll down my cheeks.
"Why are you ashamed of Me?
Why are you not spreading good news?
Why in times of persecution, do you cry to others when I offer My shoulder to cry on?
Why make excuses when I give you opportunities to serve in My name?"
I tried to answer, but there was no answer to give.
"You are blessed with life.
I made you not to throw this gift away.
I have blessed you with talents to serve Me, but you continue to turn away.
I have revealed My Word to you, but you do not gain knowledge.
I have spoken to you but your ears were closed.
I have shown My blessings to you, but your eyes were turned away.
I have sent your servants, but you sat idly by as they were pushed away.
I have heard your prayers and I have answered them all."
"DO YOU TRULY LOVE ME ?"
I could not answer.
How could I?
I was embarrassed beyond belief.
I had no excuse.
What could I say to this?
When my heart had cried out and the tears has flowed,
I said, "Please Lord forgive me Lord.
I am unworthy to be Your child."
The Lord answered,
"That is My Grace, My child."
I asked,
"Then why do You continue to forgive me?
Why do You love me so?"
The Lord answered,
"Because you are my creation.
You are my child.
I will never abandon you.
When you cry, I will have compassion and cry with you.
When you shout with joy, I will laugh with you.
When you are down, I will encourage you.
When you fall, I will raise you up.
When you are tired, I will carry you.
I will be with you till the end of days, and I will Love You Forever.
" Never had I cried so hard before.
How could I have been so cold?
How could I have hurt God as I had done?
I asked God, "How much do You love me?"
The Lord stretched out His arms, and I saw His nail-pierced hands.
I bowed down at the feet of Christ, my Savior.
And for the first time...
I truly prayed.
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
The Resume of Jesus Christ
Address: Ephesians 1:20
Phone: Romans 10:13
Website: The Bible. Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus
Hello. My name is Jesus - The Christ. Many call me Lord! I've sent you my resume because I'm seeking the top management position in your heart. Please consider my accomplishments as set forth in my resume.
Qualifications
I founded the earth and established the heavens (See Proverbs 3:19)
I formed man from the dust of the ground, (See Genesis 2:7)
I breathed into man the breath of life, (See Genesis 2:7)
I redeemed man from the curse of the law, (See Galatians 3:13)
The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant comes upon your life through me, (See Galatians 3:14)
Occupational Background
I've only had one employer, (See Luke 2:49).
I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient, slothful or disrespectful.
My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me, (See Matthew 3:15-17)
Skills / Work Experiences
Some of my skills and work experiences include: empowering the poor to be poor no more, healing the brokenhearted, setting the captives free, healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and setting at liberty them that are bruised, (See Luke 4:18).
I am a Wonderful Counselor, (See Isaiah 9:6). People who listen to me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil, (See Proverbs 1:33).
Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse you of your sins, (See I John 1:7-9)
Educational Background
I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and understanding, (See Proverbs 2:6).
In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, (See Colossians 2:3).
My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto your feet and a lamp unto your path, (See Psalms 119:105).
I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart, (See Psalms 44:21).
Major Accomplishments
I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all times, (See Genesis 1:26).
I laid down my life so that you may live, (See II Corinthians 5:15).
I defeated the archenemy of God and mankind and made a show of them openly, (See Colossians 2:15).
I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the dead!
There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here. You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE. You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website.
References
Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine healings, salvation, deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural guidance.In SummationNow that you've read my resume, I'm confident that I'm the only candidate uniquely qualified to fill this vital position in your heart. In summation, I will properly direct your paths, (See Proverbs 3:5-6), and lead you into everlasting life, (See John 6:47). When can I start? Time is of the essence, (See Hebrews 3:15).
Phone: Romans 10:13
Website: The Bible. Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus
Hello. My name is Jesus - The Christ. Many call me Lord! I've sent you my resume because I'm seeking the top management position in your heart. Please consider my accomplishments as set forth in my resume.
Qualifications
I founded the earth and established the heavens (See Proverbs 3:19)
I formed man from the dust of the ground, (See Genesis 2:7)
I breathed into man the breath of life, (See Genesis 2:7)
I redeemed man from the curse of the law, (See Galatians 3:13)
The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant comes upon your life through me, (See Galatians 3:14)
Occupational Background
I've only had one employer, (See Luke 2:49).
I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient, slothful or disrespectful.
My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me, (See Matthew 3:15-17)
Skills / Work Experiences
Some of my skills and work experiences include: empowering the poor to be poor no more, healing the brokenhearted, setting the captives free, healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and setting at liberty them that are bruised, (See Luke 4:18).
I am a Wonderful Counselor, (See Isaiah 9:6). People who listen to me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil, (See Proverbs 1:33).
Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse you of your sins, (See I John 1:7-9)
Educational Background
I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and understanding, (See Proverbs 2:6).
In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, (See Colossians 2:3).
My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto your feet and a lamp unto your path, (See Psalms 119:105).
I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart, (See Psalms 44:21).
Major Accomplishments
I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all times, (See Genesis 1:26).
I laid down my life so that you may live, (See II Corinthians 5:15).
I defeated the archenemy of God and mankind and made a show of them openly, (See Colossians 2:15).
I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the dead!
There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here. You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE. You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website.
References
Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine healings, salvation, deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural guidance.In SummationNow that you've read my resume, I'm confident that I'm the only candidate uniquely qualified to fill this vital position in your heart. In summation, I will properly direct your paths, (See Proverbs 3:5-6), and lead you into everlasting life, (See John 6:47). When can I start? Time is of the essence, (See Hebrews 3:15).
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
Playmate vs. Soul-mate
Brothers and Sisters in Christ, in our quest for happiness we must be sure that we don't settle for a Playmate when God has a Soul mate waiting for us. Sometimes this is a hard distinction to make. Playmates are tricky. They are so much fun to be with that even the smartest of us will be fooled into thinking this has to be our Soul mate. Worse yet too many of us attempt to make a Soul mate out of a Playmate.
The danger of this is that later, after years of playing we will meet our Soul mate, but it may be too late then. We may have already made a Life mate of our Playmate and created life-long bonds (emotional bonds, children, etc.). Or we may have been hurt from playing so hard that we are in no shape ourselves to be anyone's anything. How can we distinguish between the One, and just another one?
First, we must be open with ourselves about who we really are and what our soul yearns for. Only you and the God know what is truly in your heart and mind. Only you know what will make you truly happy and whole. In order to find your Soul mate you have to know you, first. You must be willing to listen to that inner voice. And is that voice telling you that that nerdy person you enjoy talking and sharing your thoughts with, could be he? What about that friend who is always willing to go the extra mile for you when no one else will.
Oh no, he's too short or too tall, balding or too hairy, and on and on? Just too ordinary looking for me!! Then there's that girl who makes you feel so special when you're around her, but she doesn't match that ideal you have conjured in your head. She's not tall enough, not slender enough, not light or dark enough, not shapely enough, not attractive enough, and on and on? She just couldn't do for me!! So what if he or she doesn't look like Denzel Washington or Janet Jackson! He or she is going to treat you like the jewel that you are.
Not only that, his or her soul and yours will commune in ways you never imagined possible! In order to heed that voice, we have to put on the back burner our own superficial thinking. Could it be that your inner desire is for a truly genuine person with a good heart? If you enjoy playing, stay on the playground.
There are plenty of Playmates out there to occupy your time. But don't spend too much time playing or you may play your life away. Eventually the playing loses its appeal and your soul begins to crave a deeper, more meaningful connection. Your soul begins to crave your Soul mate.
God bless you.
The danger of this is that later, after years of playing we will meet our Soul mate, but it may be too late then. We may have already made a Life mate of our Playmate and created life-long bonds (emotional bonds, children, etc.). Or we may have been hurt from playing so hard that we are in no shape ourselves to be anyone's anything. How can we distinguish between the One, and just another one?
First, we must be open with ourselves about who we really are and what our soul yearns for. Only you and the God know what is truly in your heart and mind. Only you know what will make you truly happy and whole. In order to find your Soul mate you have to know you, first. You must be willing to listen to that inner voice. And is that voice telling you that that nerdy person you enjoy talking and sharing your thoughts with, could be he? What about that friend who is always willing to go the extra mile for you when no one else will.
Oh no, he's too short or too tall, balding or too hairy, and on and on? Just too ordinary looking for me!! Then there's that girl who makes you feel so special when you're around her, but she doesn't match that ideal you have conjured in your head. She's not tall enough, not slender enough, not light or dark enough, not shapely enough, not attractive enough, and on and on? She just couldn't do for me!! So what if he or she doesn't look like Denzel Washington or Janet Jackson! He or she is going to treat you like the jewel that you are.
Not only that, his or her soul and yours will commune in ways you never imagined possible! In order to heed that voice, we have to put on the back burner our own superficial thinking. Could it be that your inner desire is for a truly genuine person with a good heart? If you enjoy playing, stay on the playground.
There are plenty of Playmates out there to occupy your time. But don't spend too much time playing or you may play your life away. Eventually the playing loses its appeal and your soul begins to crave a deeper, more meaningful connection. Your soul begins to crave your Soul mate.
God bless you.
Thursday, June 09, 2005
"Putting on the Whole Armour of God"
Lord, I put on the HELMET OF SALVATION, to protect and keep my mind from evil thoughts. Help me to keep my mind stay on You throughout the day, with pure thoughts. Help me to be honest and true, and not resort to deception or lying for fear of losing a friend. But let me place total trust in You, my Real Friend, letting my yes be yes, and my no be no without vengeance. Let the words I speak be said with love, and edifying to those I meet today, and may the Holy Spirit use those words to speak to their needs. Bring back to my remembrance Your own Words that they may feed my spirit, cleanse my soul, and restore my body, giving me the Bread of Life that You have promised me, Your child.
I put on the BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, reminding myself that I am no longer condemned because I am not Christ Jesus, walking after the spirit and not after the flesh. I am redeemed, holy, sanctified, justified, free, blameless, and a joint-heir in your kingdom. I am a child of light and not of darkness, no longer tossed to and fro., Therefore, I do no allow the ugly opinion and opinions and prejudices of others to overrule what You say about me, and who I am. You are the Greater One living in me, rather than the one who is in the world. So I place my fear in You who made me rather than those who can destroy only my body, but not my soul. I will think of myself as victorious in all situations, because you have given me the victory through Christ Jesus, and have sent an angel to protect me from the one who wants to steal my joy. I will continue to praise You, believing that all things are indeed working together for good on my behalf, for I know that I am called according to Your purpose, and I love You and put You first in my life.
I GIRT MY LOINS WITH TRUTH, knowing Lord, that You are the Way, the Truth and the Life. You are my Refuge and my Strength, the Very Present Help in the midst of trouble. Help me to place all trust in You, and resist the temptation to doubt. Your Words are true, and not based on my belief or unbelief. I ask for Your knowledge and Your wisdom throughout this day, so that my own mind will be in agreement with Yours, and my words will be the same as Your Words. And I know I will reap some of the benefits You have in store for me. I ask for the discernment to be able to separate Your Truth from the lie of Satan, so that I do not allow him to gain the advantage over me. Help me to recognize him today, no matter how he comes disguised. Help me to resist giving in to my own lust of the flesh, and keep control over what I say and do. I ask Your forgiveness for all of my sins, cleanse me from all unrighteousness, and I give thanks for my salvation and the new name You have given me that is written down in the Book of Life.
I put on the SHOES WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE, seeking peace at all times. Help me to avoid strife, and not get caught up in foolish conversations, backbiting, and the cares of this world. Help me to be quick to listen, slow to anger, quick to forgive, and slow to speak. Help me to admonish with love, putting myself in the other person's place, remembering that I myself had gone through the pain and the effects of sin, and it was You who came and got me out of that bondage. And now You are asking me to be merciful and compassionate toward others, the same as You were to me. Help me to be patient and kind to those who do not understand spiritual things, and not get upset if my Christian brothers and sisters do not understand my own spiritual walk. I will stand firm on Your Word, and not my feelings, believing that You do love me, will comfort me, and will answer me when I call on Your Name, even though our answer may not come in the way I expect. I accept Your Will for my life for I know You know what is best for me, and I do thank You for it.
I take the SHIELD OF FAITH to quench all the fiery darts aimed at me by the wicked one and all of his workers of iniquity. I resent all evil that comes at me to try to discourage me from doing all that You have commanded me to do. I will not dwell on the things that I see my natural eye, and settle for anything less than the spiritual abundant life that You have promised me. I will continue to search for the spiritual and eternal riches of the glory of my inheritance, believing that You are supplying all of my needs, and I do not have to worry about tomorrow. I will remind myself that You did not give me a spirit of fear, so I will sharpen my awareness of any feelings of fear, and use that as a signal to turn to You for help, believing that You will come to my rescue. I will remind myself that Jesus is the Author and Finisher of y faith, therefore, I will treat all problems as an opportunity to put my faith to work, and learn more about You.
I will use the SWORD OF THE SPIRIT as my spiritual weapon to bind up Satan "In the Name of Jesus", for You said in Your Word that "whatsoever I bind on earth it shall be bound in Heaven," and I will believe and use this power You have given me to remain in control and not give in to the fear of death. I am Your child now and I do not have to obey his voice. I am in this world, but I do not have to be a part of it, caught up in the pride of life. You have clarified for me that even though trouble exists in this world, I am not distressed; I ma be puzzled and perplexed, but I am not in despair; I may be persecuted by many, but You have not forsakened me; and at times I may be cast down, but I am not destroyed, because I have everlasting life. Therefore, I stand on Your Word using the words You have given me, by shaking the dust off of my6 feet against all evil and opposition, and overcoming evil with good. I stand firm believingthat Your Words are spirit and they are life for me, and have a keeping power that no man can destroy.
I give you praise, for You are my God,… the Rock of my Salvation,… and the Keep of my Soul.
Thanks be to God!!!
This prayer was prayerfully submitted,Elaine V. Ebo, Evangelist
Thank you my dear sister in Christ Evangelist Ebo for such a beautiful prayer sermonette.
I put on the BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, reminding myself that I am no longer condemned because I am not Christ Jesus, walking after the spirit and not after the flesh. I am redeemed, holy, sanctified, justified, free, blameless, and a joint-heir in your kingdom. I am a child of light and not of darkness, no longer tossed to and fro., Therefore, I do no allow the ugly opinion and opinions and prejudices of others to overrule what You say about me, and who I am. You are the Greater One living in me, rather than the one who is in the world. So I place my fear in You who made me rather than those who can destroy only my body, but not my soul. I will think of myself as victorious in all situations, because you have given me the victory through Christ Jesus, and have sent an angel to protect me from the one who wants to steal my joy. I will continue to praise You, believing that all things are indeed working together for good on my behalf, for I know that I am called according to Your purpose, and I love You and put You first in my life.
I GIRT MY LOINS WITH TRUTH, knowing Lord, that You are the Way, the Truth and the Life. You are my Refuge and my Strength, the Very Present Help in the midst of trouble. Help me to place all trust in You, and resist the temptation to doubt. Your Words are true, and not based on my belief or unbelief. I ask for Your knowledge and Your wisdom throughout this day, so that my own mind will be in agreement with Yours, and my words will be the same as Your Words. And I know I will reap some of the benefits You have in store for me. I ask for the discernment to be able to separate Your Truth from the lie of Satan, so that I do not allow him to gain the advantage over me. Help me to recognize him today, no matter how he comes disguised. Help me to resist giving in to my own lust of the flesh, and keep control over what I say and do. I ask Your forgiveness for all of my sins, cleanse me from all unrighteousness, and I give thanks for my salvation and the new name You have given me that is written down in the Book of Life.
I put on the SHOES WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE, seeking peace at all times. Help me to avoid strife, and not get caught up in foolish conversations, backbiting, and the cares of this world. Help me to be quick to listen, slow to anger, quick to forgive, and slow to speak. Help me to admonish with love, putting myself in the other person's place, remembering that I myself had gone through the pain and the effects of sin, and it was You who came and got me out of that bondage. And now You are asking me to be merciful and compassionate toward others, the same as You were to me. Help me to be patient and kind to those who do not understand spiritual things, and not get upset if my Christian brothers and sisters do not understand my own spiritual walk. I will stand firm on Your Word, and not my feelings, believing that You do love me, will comfort me, and will answer me when I call on Your Name, even though our answer may not come in the way I expect. I accept Your Will for my life for I know You know what is best for me, and I do thank You for it.
I take the SHIELD OF FAITH to quench all the fiery darts aimed at me by the wicked one and all of his workers of iniquity. I resent all evil that comes at me to try to discourage me from doing all that You have commanded me to do. I will not dwell on the things that I see my natural eye, and settle for anything less than the spiritual abundant life that You have promised me. I will continue to search for the spiritual and eternal riches of the glory of my inheritance, believing that You are supplying all of my needs, and I do not have to worry about tomorrow. I will remind myself that You did not give me a spirit of fear, so I will sharpen my awareness of any feelings of fear, and use that as a signal to turn to You for help, believing that You will come to my rescue. I will remind myself that Jesus is the Author and Finisher of y faith, therefore, I will treat all problems as an opportunity to put my faith to work, and learn more about You.
I will use the SWORD OF THE SPIRIT as my spiritual weapon to bind up Satan "In the Name of Jesus", for You said in Your Word that "whatsoever I bind on earth it shall be bound in Heaven," and I will believe and use this power You have given me to remain in control and not give in to the fear of death. I am Your child now and I do not have to obey his voice. I am in this world, but I do not have to be a part of it, caught up in the pride of life. You have clarified for me that even though trouble exists in this world, I am not distressed; I ma be puzzled and perplexed, but I am not in despair; I may be persecuted by many, but You have not forsakened me; and at times I may be cast down, but I am not destroyed, because I have everlasting life. Therefore, I stand on Your Word using the words You have given me, by shaking the dust off of my6 feet against all evil and opposition, and overcoming evil with good. I stand firm believingthat Your Words are spirit and they are life for me, and have a keeping power that no man can destroy.
I give you praise, for You are my God,… the Rock of my Salvation,… and the Keep of my Soul.
Thanks be to God!!!
This prayer was prayerfully submitted,Elaine V. Ebo, Evangelist
Thank you my dear sister in Christ Evangelist Ebo for such a beautiful prayer sermonette.
My Special Letter to Students
Anti-apartheid leader Steven Biko said, "Nothing in this universe is attained by doing nothing."
Today is your graduation day thus you have taken another step toward marking your future.
Adults often call you "the leaders of tomorrow." I cannot agree with these words because you can make a difference RIGHT NOW; you can be a leader RIGHT NOW; you can make great contributions to your community RIGHT NOW.
No doubt, life will present difficult challenges from time to time, and you might feel tempted to take a wrong road. With this in mind, I offer you these ALTERNATIVES FOR LIFE:
If you have to lie…
Lie down so you can look up at a sky filled with possibilities
If you have to cheat…
Cheat death by not going to the places where he's sure to hang out.
If you have to steal…
Steal an education. The smart person is the one who does not stop learning
just because school is closed.
If you must overdose…
Overdose on books and go get your "fix" at the library!
If you must take a life…
Take a life out of the gutter and help them become whole again.
If you must gamble…
Gamble on God, the only sure and consistent thing in this life.
Remember, "Your life is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift to God!"1 YOU are a vital part of your family, your community and your country. Positive changes only come from people with a vision to make it happen. Be a person of vision, and a person with a positive purpose.
This beautiful letter was written by a poet in whom I hold near and dear to my heart and her name is RuNett Nia Ebo
Thank you RuNett
Elder J. Andres Vazquez
Today is your graduation day thus you have taken another step toward marking your future.
Adults often call you "the leaders of tomorrow." I cannot agree with these words because you can make a difference RIGHT NOW; you can be a leader RIGHT NOW; you can make great contributions to your community RIGHT NOW.
No doubt, life will present difficult challenges from time to time, and you might feel tempted to take a wrong road. With this in mind, I offer you these ALTERNATIVES FOR LIFE:
If you have to lie…
Lie down so you can look up at a sky filled with possibilities
If you have to cheat…
Cheat death by not going to the places where he's sure to hang out.
If you have to steal…
Steal an education. The smart person is the one who does not stop learning
just because school is closed.
If you must overdose…
Overdose on books and go get your "fix" at the library!
If you must take a life…
Take a life out of the gutter and help them become whole again.
If you must gamble…
Gamble on God, the only sure and consistent thing in this life.
Remember, "Your life is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift to God!"1 YOU are a vital part of your family, your community and your country. Positive changes only come from people with a vision to make it happen. Be a person of vision, and a person with a positive purpose.
This beautiful letter was written by a poet in whom I hold near and dear to my heart and her name is RuNett Nia Ebo
Thank you RuNett
Elder J. Andres Vazquez
Dear Mr. Crack (a plea from a child)
Dear Mr. Crack,
Please give my mommy and daddy back.
I’m not suppose to talk to strangers,
but when they are with you, I know
they’re in danger. Since you’ve
come around, they’re never
home. And I really don't
like when I'm
home alone.
We don’t live in our nice, big house anymore.
And this place is cold. There’s no rug on the
floor. Sometimes, I don’t get enough to
eat. Daddy’s eyes look funny.
Mommy hardly sleep.
I got new clothes for
Christmas, but Daddy went
and sold them. I saved $5.00 in my
piggy bank but one night, it got stolen.
We don’t even visit my
Grandmom no more.
Since my bike
disappeared,
she won’t
come to
the door.
Give my Mommy and Daddy back,
Mr. Crack! Never mind.
I know what to do.
I’m gonna
tell God.
God can
get rid
of you!
This beautiful poem was written by a poet in whom I hold near and dear to my heart and her name is RuNett Nia Ebo
Thank you RuNett
Elder J. Andres Vazquez
Please give my mommy and daddy back.
I’m not suppose to talk to strangers,
but when they are with you, I know
they’re in danger. Since you’ve
come around, they’re never
home. And I really don't
like when I'm
home alone.
We don’t live in our nice, big house anymore.
And this place is cold. There’s no rug on the
floor. Sometimes, I don’t get enough to
eat. Daddy’s eyes look funny.
Mommy hardly sleep.
I got new clothes for
Christmas, but Daddy went
and sold them. I saved $5.00 in my
piggy bank but one night, it got stolen.
We don’t even visit my
Grandmom no more.
Since my bike
disappeared,
she won’t
come to
the door.
Give my Mommy and Daddy back,
Mr. Crack! Never mind.
I know what to do.
I’m gonna
tell God.
God can
get rid
of you!
This beautiful poem was written by a poet in whom I hold near and dear to my heart and her name is RuNett Nia Ebo
Thank you RuNett
Elder J. Andres Vazquez
Excellence can be attained...
If you Care more than others think is wise ...
If you Risk more than others think is safe ...
If you Dream more than others think is practical ..
If you Expect more than others think is possible.
If you Risk more than others think is safe ...
If you Dream more than others think is practical ..
If you Expect more than others think is possible.
Watch and Listen Carefully
The man whispered, "God, speak to me" and a meadowlark sang.
But, the man did not hear.
So the man yelled "God, speak to me" and the thunder rolled across the sky.
But, the man did not listen.
The man looked around and said "God let me see you", and a star shined brightly.
But the man did not notice.
And, the man shouted,"God show me a miracle", and a life was born.
But, the man did not know.
So, the man cried out in despair, "Touch me God, and let me know you are here"Whereupon, God reached down and touched the man.
But, the man brushed the butterfly away and walked on.
Don't miss out on a blessing because it isn't packaged the way that you expect.
Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.Matthew 26:41
But, the man did not hear.
So the man yelled "God, speak to me" and the thunder rolled across the sky.
But, the man did not listen.
The man looked around and said "God let me see you", and a star shined brightly.
But the man did not notice.
And, the man shouted,"God show me a miracle", and a life was born.
But, the man did not know.
So, the man cried out in despair, "Touch me God, and let me know you are here"Whereupon, God reached down and touched the man.
But, the man brushed the butterfly away and walked on.
Don't miss out on a blessing because it isn't packaged the way that you expect.
Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.Matthew 26:41
I am thankful...
For the wife who says it's hot dogs tonight, because she is home with me, and not out with someone else.
The child who is not cleaning his room, but is watching TV, because that means he is at home and not on the streets.
For the taxes that I pay, because it means that I am employed.
For the mess to clean after a party, because it means that I have been surrounded by friends.
For the clothes that fit a little too snug, because it means I have enough to eat.
For my shadow that watches me work, because it means I am in the sunshine.
For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning, and gutters that need fixing, because it means I have a home.
For all the complaints I hear about the government, because it means that we have freedom of speech.
For the parking spot I find at the far end of the parking lot, because it means I am capable of walking and that I have been blessed with transportation.
For my huge heating/cooling bill, because it means I am warm/refreshed.
For the lady behind me in church who sings off key, because it means that I can hear.
For the pile of laundry and ironing, because it means I have clothes to wear.
For weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day, because it means I have been capable of working hard.
For the alarm that goes off in the early morning hours, because it means I am alive…and finally.......
For too much e-mail, because it means I have friends who are thinking of me.
The child who is not cleaning his room, but is watching TV, because that means he is at home and not on the streets.
For the taxes that I pay, because it means that I am employed.
For the mess to clean after a party, because it means that I have been surrounded by friends.
For the clothes that fit a little too snug, because it means I have enough to eat.
For my shadow that watches me work, because it means I am in the sunshine.
For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning, and gutters that need fixing, because it means I have a home.
For all the complaints I hear about the government, because it means that we have freedom of speech.
For the parking spot I find at the far end of the parking lot, because it means I am capable of walking and that I have been blessed with transportation.
For my huge heating/cooling bill, because it means I am warm/refreshed.
For the lady behind me in church who sings off key, because it means that I can hear.
For the pile of laundry and ironing, because it means I have clothes to wear.
For weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day, because it means I have been capable of working hard.
For the alarm that goes off in the early morning hours, because it means I am alive…and finally.......
For too much e-mail, because it means I have friends who are thinking of me.
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
TEN THINGS GOD WON'T ASK ON THAT DAY
1. God won't ask what kind of car you drove.
He'll ask how many people you drove who didn't have transportation.
2. God won't ask the square footage of your house,
He'll ask how many people you welcomed into your home.
3. God won't ask about the clothes you had in your closet,
He'll ask how many you helped to clothe.
4. God won't ask what your highest salary was.
He'll ask if you compromised your character to obtain it.
5. God won't ask what your job title was.
He'll ask if you performed your job to the best of your ability.
6. God won't ask how many friends you had.
He'll ask how many people to whom you were a friend.
7. God won't ask in what neighborhood you lived,
He'll ask how you treated your neighbors.
8. God won't ask about the color of your skin,
He'll ask about the content of your character.
9. God won't ask why it took you so long to seek Salvation.
He'll lovingly take you to your mansion in heaven, and not to the gates of Hell.
10. God won't have to ask how many people you forwarded this to,
He already knows your decision.
He'll ask how many people you drove who didn't have transportation.
2. God won't ask the square footage of your house,
He'll ask how many people you welcomed into your home.
3. God won't ask about the clothes you had in your closet,
He'll ask how many you helped to clothe.
4. God won't ask what your highest salary was.
He'll ask if you compromised your character to obtain it.
5. God won't ask what your job title was.
He'll ask if you performed your job to the best of your ability.
6. God won't ask how many friends you had.
He'll ask how many people to whom you were a friend.
7. God won't ask in what neighborhood you lived,
He'll ask how you treated your neighbors.
8. God won't ask about the color of your skin,
He'll ask about the content of your character.
9. God won't ask why it took you so long to seek Salvation.
He'll lovingly take you to your mansion in heaven, and not to the gates of Hell.
10. God won't have to ask how many people you forwarded this to,
He already knows your decision.
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About Me
- J.A. Vazquez
- I'm just, a nobody, trying to tell everybody, about Somebody who can save anybody. First I want to give love to the Father for giving me the opportunity to be an instrument for him to live in and live through for the glory that belongs to only him and Him alone. I served in the United States Navy for twenty one years and retired September 2003. During the last 3 years of my naval career, I served as co-pastor of Greater New Refuge COGIC in Fallon, Nevada under the tutelage of Pastor Gregory L. Brown. While there, I diligently served my pastor and church with the construction of a new sanctuary, and caring for the needs of all ministries, while simultaneously striving to stay focused on the mandate that the Lord had placed upon my life to preach the Word of God without compromise. I was licensed to preach November 2002 and Ordained June 2003. While stationed in Virginia Beach, Virginia, I proudly served and as constituent of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church for seventeen years under the leadership of Bishop Elect W. D. Scott, Sr. and presently serve under the leadership of Bishop B. Courtney McBath at Calvary Revival Church in Norfolk, Virginia.