"Call on Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall honor and glorify Me"
(Psalm 50:15, AMP).
Are you facing trouble in any area of your life today? God is standing ready to deliver you. He promises in His Word that He is near to all those who call upon His name. No matter what you may be going through, have confidence knowing that God is working behind the scenes on your behalf. He promises to deliver you!
Notice that today's verse tells us that our part is to honor and glorify Him. In other words, you don't have to wait until everything is perfect to give Him praise. You can give Him honor and glory right now. You can thank Him for all He's done in your life so far and what He will do in your future.
Call on Him today and focus on having an attitude of faith and expectancy. Speak His Word and declare His promises over your life. Trust in Him because He will take you places you've never dreamed. As you praise Him, He'll deliver you and take you higher and higher into the good life He has prepared for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father in heaven, today I call upon Your name. I call upon You as my Salvation and my Deliverer. I trust that You are working on my behalf and choose to give You the glory, honor and praise. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Kamis, 14 April 2011
A Place Of Abundance
"…We went through fire and water, but You brought us to a place of abundance"
(Psalm 66:12 NIV).
Everyone has times in life when they feel like they are going through the fire, so to speak, or they feel overwhelmed with everyday life. If that's you today, understand that God is going to bring you through those challenges. He's going to bring you through the fire and the flood into a place of abundance and victory! We serve a God of more than enough, and His desire is to always make sure you have whatever you need to be successful and victorious in every area of your life.
Remember, John 10 says that Jesus came so that we can have life—abundant life! He wants you to have an abundance of resources, an abundance of wisdom, an abundance of peace—everything you need. Open your heart and thank Him for His goodness. Begin to receive His promises by faith. Let your praise open the door for Him to move on your behalf so He can take you to a place of abundance in every area of your life!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, I humbly come to You today, giving You all that I am. Thank You for leading and guiding me into a place of abundance and victory. I give You all the glory, honor and praise. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
(Psalm 66:12 NIV).
Everyone has times in life when they feel like they are going through the fire, so to speak, or they feel overwhelmed with everyday life. If that's you today, understand that God is going to bring you through those challenges. He's going to bring you through the fire and the flood into a place of abundance and victory! We serve a God of more than enough, and His desire is to always make sure you have whatever you need to be successful and victorious in every area of your life.
Remember, John 10 says that Jesus came so that we can have life—abundant life! He wants you to have an abundance of resources, an abundance of wisdom, an abundance of peace—everything you need. Open your heart and thank Him for His goodness. Begin to receive His promises by faith. Let your praise open the door for Him to move on your behalf so He can take you to a place of abundance in every area of your life!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, I humbly come to You today, giving You all that I am. Thank You for leading and guiding me into a place of abundance and victory. I give You all the glory, honor and praise. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Bulan Promosi
Seorang penjahat tertembak mati oleh polisi. Langsung saja dia dibawa oleh iblis ke neraka. Tetapi dia terkejut karena di neraka sangat ramai; banyak orang berdisko, minum-minuman, berjudi, banyak artis-artis cantik, dll. Langsung saja dia cepat-cepat masuk, tetapi ditahan oleh iblis penjaga pintu: "Tunggu dulu! Waktumu belum tiba. Kembalilah ke dunia, berbuatlah LEBIH JAHAT lagi, maka kau pasti akan MASUK NERAKA!"
Akhirnya dia dikembalikan ke dunia, berbuat LEBIH jahat dan ditembak mati oleh polisi. Lalu dia diantar oleh iblis untuk MASUK neraka. Tetapi dia terkejut karena di dalam neraka banyak api di mana-mana, bau amis darah, dan banyak binatang berbisa. Banyak teriakan minta tolong yang terdengar di mana-mana! Dengan bingung dan ketakutan, penjahat itu lalu berkata, "Lho, keadaan sebelumnya kan neraka tidak seperti ini?" Iblis pun tersenyum dan berkata, "Oh, yang waktu lalu itu lagi BULAN PROMOSI, bro!"
"Tetapi bagaimana mereka dapat berseru kepada-Nya, jika mereka tidak percaya kepada Dia? Bagaimana mereka dapat percaya kepada Dia, jika mereka tidak mendengar tentang Dia. Bagaimana mereka mendengar tentang Dia, jika tidak ada yang memberitakan-Nya? Dan bagaimana mereka dapat memberitakan-Nya, jika mereka tidak diutus? Seperti ada tertulis: "Betapa indahnya kedatangan mereka yang membawa kabar baik!"" (Roma 10:14-15).
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Akhirnya dia dikembalikan ke dunia, berbuat LEBIH jahat dan ditembak mati oleh polisi. Lalu dia diantar oleh iblis untuk MASUK neraka. Tetapi dia terkejut karena di dalam neraka banyak api di mana-mana, bau amis darah, dan banyak binatang berbisa. Banyak teriakan minta tolong yang terdengar di mana-mana! Dengan bingung dan ketakutan, penjahat itu lalu berkata, "Lho, keadaan sebelumnya kan neraka tidak seperti ini?" Iblis pun tersenyum dan berkata, "Oh, yang waktu lalu itu lagi BULAN PROMOSI, bro!"
"Tetapi bagaimana mereka dapat berseru kepada-Nya, jika mereka tidak percaya kepada Dia? Bagaimana mereka dapat percaya kepada Dia, jika mereka tidak mendengar tentang Dia. Bagaimana mereka mendengar tentang Dia, jika tidak ada yang memberitakan-Nya? Dan bagaimana mereka dapat memberitakan-Nya, jika mereka tidak diutus? Seperti ada tertulis: "Betapa indahnya kedatangan mereka yang membawa kabar baik!"" (Roma 10:14-15).
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Hold On To Your Peace
"Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you"
(Luke 6:28, NIV).
I've learned that some people are peace stealers. They feel like it's their calling in life to aggravate you, try to make you look bad, and tell you what you can't do. They'll try to bait you into an argument to get you upset, annoyed and frustrated. But don't take the bait! Nothing is worth losing your peace over. They may think they're getting the best of you, but in the end, God can use that to take you higher. When people come against you, choose to keep your peace. Choose to forgive. Pray for that person because that's how you disarm the enemy against you.
Scripture says your battle isn't against flesh and blood. In others words, that person isn't your enemy; the accuser—Satan—is your enemy. He's trying to bring division and get you upset. But when you choose to keep peace, when you keep walking in love and keep a smile on your face, you are overcoming his tactics. That's how you win. Today, choose peace, choose to walk in love, and choose the victory God has prepared for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father, thank You for giving me Your peace and strength today. I choose to hold my peace and bless those who come against me. I choose to walk in love and forgiveness so that I can honor You in all that I do. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
(Luke 6:28, NIV).
I've learned that some people are peace stealers. They feel like it's their calling in life to aggravate you, try to make you look bad, and tell you what you can't do. They'll try to bait you into an argument to get you upset, annoyed and frustrated. But don't take the bait! Nothing is worth losing your peace over. They may think they're getting the best of you, but in the end, God can use that to take you higher. When people come against you, choose to keep your peace. Choose to forgive. Pray for that person because that's how you disarm the enemy against you.
Scripture says your battle isn't against flesh and blood. In others words, that person isn't your enemy; the accuser—Satan—is your enemy. He's trying to bring division and get you upset. But when you choose to keep peace, when you keep walking in love and keep a smile on your face, you are overcoming his tactics. That's how you win. Today, choose peace, choose to walk in love, and choose the victory God has prepared for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father, thank You for giving me Your peace and strength today. I choose to hold my peace and bless those who come against me. I choose to walk in love and forgiveness so that I can honor You in all that I do. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Find Rest
"Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls"
(Matthew 11:29, NIV)
Sometimes the day-to-day pressures of life can cause unnecessary stress. In fact, many people lose sleep worrying about things or people in their lives. But God doesn't want us to live stressed out and overwhelmed. He wants us to live a life of rest and peace.
When Jesus walked on this earth, He took time for Himself. He got away from the crowds. He spent time with the Father. That's how He found rest. He was gentle and humble in heart. Do you ever notice that when you are stressed out or worrying about something, you're less tolerant of others? You're more likely to say something you don't really mean. Today, God wants you to cast your cares on Him and live with a gentle and humble attitude. When you release your burdens and follow the example of Jesus, you will find rest for your soul. You will be rejuvenated and refreshed! You will find peace in your heart, and you will move forward in the abundant life God has for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, today I choose to cast my cares on You. Teach me, Holy Spirit, to have a gentle and humble attitude. Help me find rest for my soul so that I can love others the way You love me. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
(Matthew 11:29, NIV)
Sometimes the day-to-day pressures of life can cause unnecessary stress. In fact, many people lose sleep worrying about things or people in their lives. But God doesn't want us to live stressed out and overwhelmed. He wants us to live a life of rest and peace.
When Jesus walked on this earth, He took time for Himself. He got away from the crowds. He spent time with the Father. That's how He found rest. He was gentle and humble in heart. Do you ever notice that when you are stressed out or worrying about something, you're less tolerant of others? You're more likely to say something you don't really mean. Today, God wants you to cast your cares on Him and live with a gentle and humble attitude. When you release your burdens and follow the example of Jesus, you will find rest for your soul. You will be rejuvenated and refreshed! You will find peace in your heart, and you will move forward in the abundant life God has for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, today I choose to cast my cares on You. Teach me, Holy Spirit, to have a gentle and humble attitude. Help me find rest for my soul so that I can love others the way You love me. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Help Others Win
"...He tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him...But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles. He told them how Saul on his journey had seen the Lord and that the Lord had spoken to him..."
(Acts 9:26–27, NIV)
In Scripture, the Apostle Paul would have never had the impact he did without a man named Barnabas. Barnabas was one of the disciples. He was in Jesus' inner circle. But Paul, at the time, hated believers and was having them thrown in jail. God touched his life, and he wanted to go to Jerusalem and join the other disciples, but they were afraid of him because of His reputation. Barnabas stood up for Paul and used his influence to open a door with the other disciples. Paul went on to write over half of the New Testament.
We don't hear a lot about Barnabas. Paul greatly overshadowed him. But if you were to ask Paul he would say, "I won because Barnabas helped me win. I succeeded because Barnabas took a risk and opened a door that I could not open on my own. Barnabas believed in me when nobody else did."
Friend, there is no greater legacy than to help someone else win. Today, look for ways to use your influence. Help others rise up higher. Sow good seeds because they will come back to you. When you help others win, God will make sure you are surrounded by people who will help you win in return.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your truth which sets me free today. It is my delight to do Your will and help others succeed. Show me ways to be a blessing and help others. Let everything I do bring glory to You. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
(Acts 9:26–27, NIV)
In Scripture, the Apostle Paul would have never had the impact he did without a man named Barnabas. Barnabas was one of the disciples. He was in Jesus' inner circle. But Paul, at the time, hated believers and was having them thrown in jail. God touched his life, and he wanted to go to Jerusalem and join the other disciples, but they were afraid of him because of His reputation. Barnabas stood up for Paul and used his influence to open a door with the other disciples. Paul went on to write over half of the New Testament.
We don't hear a lot about Barnabas. Paul greatly overshadowed him. But if you were to ask Paul he would say, "I won because Barnabas helped me win. I succeeded because Barnabas took a risk and opened a door that I could not open on my own. Barnabas believed in me when nobody else did."
Friend, there is no greater legacy than to help someone else win. Today, look for ways to use your influence. Help others rise up higher. Sow good seeds because they will come back to you. When you help others win, God will make sure you are surrounded by people who will help you win in return.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your truth which sets me free today. It is my delight to do Your will and help others succeed. Show me ways to be a blessing and help others. Let everything I do bring glory to You. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Penderitaan Yang Menumbuhkan
Yakobus 1:2"Saudara-saudaraku, anggaplah sebagai suatu kebahagiaan, apabila kamu jatuh ke dalam berbagai-bagai pencobaan"
Apa yang biasa Anda lakukan ketika penderitaan melanda hidup Anda? Mencari tahu penyebab mengapa Anda mengalami penderitaan tersebut atau justru mengambil sikap seperti Tuhan Yesus, yang tetap menjalani penderitaan-Nya dengan ketaatan penuh kepada Allah Bapa? Pengarang James Stalker menulis dalam sebuah bukunya, "Penderitaan tidak selalu menyucikan. Penderitaan dapat membuat watak menjadi buruk dan egois. Namun, ada banyak pula keberhasilan yang timbul dari pencobaan. Ada banyak kamar orang sakit yang merupakan suatu kehormatan untuk dikunjungi."
Suatu ketika J. Oswald Sanders pernah bercerita tentang kunjungannya ke tempat semacam itu di Australia, tempat di mana Nona Higgens tinggal. Dalam keadaan sakit terus-menerus, Nona Higgens tidak pernah meninggalkan kamarnya selama lebih dari 40 tahun. Kedua tangan dan kakinya telah diamputasi untuk menahan penyebaran penyakitnya ke seluruh tubuhnya.
Setelah memutuskan untuk hidup secara kreatif, ia menamai pondok tempat tinggalnya dengan nama "Pondok Harapan Sukacita". Di pondok inilah ia menyerahkan dirinya dalam doa kepada Tuhan dan aktif pelayanan rohani. Dengan pena yang diikatkan pada ujung lengannya yang buntung, ia berkirim surat ke seluruh dunia selama bertahun-tahun dan membimbing ratusan orang kepada Kristus.
Penderitaan yang dialami Nona Higgens tidaklah membuatnya patah semangat dan menjadikan dirinya sebagai orang yang tidak berguna, justru sebaliknya, penderitaannya justru mendorongnya untuk menjadi lebih kreatif di dalam hidup dan pelayanannya.
Jadi, jika saat ini Anda untuk hidup lebih kreatif, "Anggaplah sebagai suatu kebahagiaan, apabila kamu jatuh ke dalam berbagai-bagai pencobaan" (Yakobus 1:2). Sebutlah pergumulan-pergumulan dan derita hati Anda dengan sebutan "derita yang menumbuhkan," dengan penekanan pada kata menumbuhkan! Bila kita memuji Allah dalam ujian hidup kita, beban kita akan berubah menjadi berkat.
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
Apa yang biasa Anda lakukan ketika penderitaan melanda hidup Anda? Mencari tahu penyebab mengapa Anda mengalami penderitaan tersebut atau justru mengambil sikap seperti Tuhan Yesus, yang tetap menjalani penderitaan-Nya dengan ketaatan penuh kepada Allah Bapa? Pengarang James Stalker menulis dalam sebuah bukunya, "Penderitaan tidak selalu menyucikan. Penderitaan dapat membuat watak menjadi buruk dan egois. Namun, ada banyak pula keberhasilan yang timbul dari pencobaan. Ada banyak kamar orang sakit yang merupakan suatu kehormatan untuk dikunjungi."
Suatu ketika J. Oswald Sanders pernah bercerita tentang kunjungannya ke tempat semacam itu di Australia, tempat di mana Nona Higgens tinggal. Dalam keadaan sakit terus-menerus, Nona Higgens tidak pernah meninggalkan kamarnya selama lebih dari 40 tahun. Kedua tangan dan kakinya telah diamputasi untuk menahan penyebaran penyakitnya ke seluruh tubuhnya.
Setelah memutuskan untuk hidup secara kreatif, ia menamai pondok tempat tinggalnya dengan nama "Pondok Harapan Sukacita". Di pondok inilah ia menyerahkan dirinya dalam doa kepada Tuhan dan aktif pelayanan rohani. Dengan pena yang diikatkan pada ujung lengannya yang buntung, ia berkirim surat ke seluruh dunia selama bertahun-tahun dan membimbing ratusan orang kepada Kristus.
Penderitaan yang dialami Nona Higgens tidaklah membuatnya patah semangat dan menjadikan dirinya sebagai orang yang tidak berguna, justru sebaliknya, penderitaannya justru mendorongnya untuk menjadi lebih kreatif di dalam hidup dan pelayanannya.
Jadi, jika saat ini Anda untuk hidup lebih kreatif, "Anggaplah sebagai suatu kebahagiaan, apabila kamu jatuh ke dalam berbagai-bagai pencobaan" (Yakobus 1:2). Sebutlah pergumulan-pergumulan dan derita hati Anda dengan sebutan "derita yang menumbuhkan," dengan penekanan pada kata menumbuhkan! Bila kita memuji Allah dalam ujian hidup kita, beban kita akan berubah menjadi berkat.
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you." - Winnie the Pooh-
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