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Monday, August 27, 2012
Friday, August 10, 2012
Inspirational Quote of the Day:
Matthew 21:21
Monday, August 6, 2012
Monday, July 23, 2012
Inspirational Video Moment: He Has His Hands on You
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Monday, June 4, 2012
Inspirational Video Moment: Do You Feel Hopeless?
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Inspirational Video Moment: Never Give Up
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Monday, April 23, 2012
Inspirational Video Moment: I Look to You
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
My Daily Prayers: Spritual Words of Wisdom by Joyce E. Adejumo
Please support Ms. Adejumo and all the work she has been doing over the
years to help survivors of drunk driving accidents and prevent DWI. Buy
her book, or purchase something from her store, or send a donation to
her Foundation.
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| Mitchie's Art Gallery, Austin, TX |
Her
story is a compelling one. Her son, "Mitchie" Mitchell, was paralyzed
from the waist down at the age of 3 as a result of an automobile
accident. His biological father was driving - drunk! "Mitchie" passed
away at the age of 21 in January 2008.
Since February 7, and for the first Tuesday of the month for the
remainder of 2012, New Life Today Blog will publish a prayer for Ms.
Adejumo's book.
I am certain that all who read
Ms. Adejumo's prayers will be blessed:
Father in Heaven,
thank You for always opening up new routes in my life and directing my path,
so that I travel on the correct roads.
You have planned for me.
Help me to have a perfect heart for You, Father and to walk in ways that are pleasing to You.
Thank You, for knowing the solutions before I have the problems and allowing your divine plan for my life to supersede my mistakes.
I stand ready to receive Your mercy.
In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Father in Heaven,
thank You for always opening up new routes in my life and directing my path,
so that I travel on the correct roads.
You have planned for me.
Help me to have a perfect heart for You, Father and to walk in ways that are pleasing to You.
Thank You, for knowing the solutions before I have the problems and allowing your divine plan for my life to supersede my mistakes.
I stand ready to receive Your mercy.
In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Overcoming Addiction through God's Strength! by Michelle Goodwine
In 2009, Whitney Houston's comeback from a bad marriage and drug addiction was underway. With the release of her CD and the single "I Didn't Know My Own Strength", it was hoped that Whitney had once again returned to her thrown as the Queen of Pop. Unfortunately, in the meantime, her road to recovery, like many others with addiction problems, was paved with many potholes. And on Saturday, February 11, Whitney came to the end of her road.
What is truly sad about Whitney's fall from grace is that she was a believer who lost her way. While it is too late for Whitney to start a New Life Today, perhaps her life can serve as a lesson to us all.
Below are some Bible verses that will hopefully help other Christians who are trying to Start a New Life free from drugs and alcohol:
Lesson #1: Our Strength Comes from God
Isaiah 40:28-30 (NIV)
28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom.
29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;
31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV)
19 Do you not know that
your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have
received from God? You are not your own;
20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.
20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.
Lesson #3: Don't Get Drunk
Ephesians 5:18 (NIV)
18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit,
19 speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord,
20 always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
19 speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord,
20 always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Lesson #4: We are Not of this World
Romans 12:1-3 (NIV)
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Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to
offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this
is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
For those Christians struggling to overcome a drug and/or alcohol addiction, remember Philippians 4:13 (KJV): "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." With the Lord's help, we accomplish anything. Unfortunately, it appears that Whitney forgot this. It appears that instead of looking up, should looked inward. And I am certain that she, like other addicts who have lost their way have found, overcoming addiction requires more than self-control. To overcome addiction, one must rely on God's strength.
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(Photo: Reuters/Ygal Levi)
Whitney Houston emerges from the waters of the River Jordan during a Holy Land pilgrimage, May 29, 2003.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
Live One Day at a Time by Susan Ferguson
"I am an old man and have known a great many troubles, but most of them never happened." ~Mark Twain
Regardless of age, marital status, or stage in life, we all have our own set of concerns. Parents have a long list of worries ranging from potty training to paying off college debt. Singles worry about traveling life's journey alone. Senior citizens worry about declining health issues. Financial concerns rank high on the worry list, and some families struggle to keep afloat. Teenagers worry about peer acceptance, grades, and choosing a career. The list is endless for every age group.
Worry is rooted in fear and is usually related to a deep concern of what will or will not happen in the future. Worry can keep us up at night and send anxiety levels soaring. Like a thief in the night, worry robs us of our peace and joy.
So much of what we worry about never happens. Worry does nothing to better the outcome of a situation or change the course of action. The distress that accompanies worry may do more harm than the actual thing which we worry.
Some of us are living way below par of what God desires for us. God understands our struggles with worry, and He does not condemn us. Jesus tells us not to worry about tomorrow and live one day at a time.
We are not promised tomorrow. It is important to make the most of every day God gives us. Worry is a waste of valuable time -- precious moments, sunny days, and productive hours -- that we will never get back.
Excessive worry may be a sign that we are moving away from our dependence on God. Prayer and Bible study help quiet our minds and diminish our fears. A daily walk with Jesus is essential in helping to minimize worry. Trust Jesus, for He is trustworthy.
"When I am afraid, I put my trust in You." (Psalm 56:3 NIV)
God makes provision for our future. He walks alongside us, hand in hand, as we make our journey ahead. We are in capable hands. He promises to be with us always, and to strengthen and sustain us during times of adversity.
"The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." (Deuteronomy 31:8 NIV)
Prayer
Father, many of us are plagued by worry and fear. Replace worry with joy and peace. Replace fear with faith and love. Help meet the needs of families who have college debt and financial concerns. Stretch forth your healing hand to senior citizens and those with health concerns. Bring Godly relationships into the lives of singles. Provide guidance to teenagers and parents alike. In Jesus name. Amen.
Susan Ferguson
Jackson, Mississippi
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
A Prayer in a Time of Difficulty by C.L. Glover
However, our minds are confused because we are struggling to solve our own problems. So Lord, we ask You to give us the peace that surpasses all understanding as we cast our burdens on You.
In Your Word You said You would never leave us nor forsake us. Your presence means everything to us. So help us to focus on You while we are going through our challenges.
Despite the consequences, we give You the praise, the glory, and the honor You so rightly deserve. We praise You because You know all things and nothing is hidden from Your sight. Since we are praying according to Your will, we know You hear us and You will grant us what we asked for.
So now we have all confidence in You and believe You will do just what You said. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com-CHRISTIAN WRITERS
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Living in Her Car - Finding a New Home with God (Source: CBN.com)
Living in Her Car - Finding a New Home with God
(Source: CBN.com)
Monday, January 9, 2012
10 Inspirational Quotes about Faith
10 Inspirational Quotes about Faith
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
-Hebrews 11:1
Have no fear of moving into the unknown. Simply step out fearlessly knowing that I am with you, therefore no harm can befall you; all is very, very well. Do this in complete faith and confidence.
-Pope John Paul II
Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.
-Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.
-Mother Teresa
A little faith will bring your soul to heaven, but a lot of faith will bring heaven to your soul.
-Dwight Lyman Moody
Faith moves mountains, but you have to keep pushing while you are praying.
-Mason Cooley
Faith is a reasoning trust, a trust which reckons thoughtfully and confidently upon the trustworthiness of God
-John R. Stott
The smallest seed of faith is better than the largest fruit of happiness.
-Henry David Thoreau
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. Let us move forward with strong and active faith.
-Franklin D. Roosevelt
Miracles happen to those who believe in them.
-Bernhard Berenson
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