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Statue of Liberty Day/ Gateway Arch Birthday--October28th

Today is Statue of Liberty Day. It is also St. Louis' Gateway Arch's 40th birthday. These two great images of our nation's freedom and liberty should inspire us to thank God for the blessings that He has bestowed on this country.

10-28-05 Proverbs 15:8

Proverbs 15:8 (KJ21)
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight.

Proverbs 15:8 (NAS)
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.

Proverbs 15:8 (NIVUS)
The LORD detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him.

Proverbs 15:8 (NLT)
The LORD hates the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright.

Often a wicked criminal, who knows that he is guilty of sin, is a "religious" man. He does all of the "right things", according to his religion. He gives offerings of money and he attends "worship' services". He thinks he is ok, because he is sacrificing his time and his money for God, at least one day a week for an hour. However, during the rest of the time, he lives to please himself and his lifestyle actually shows that he is hostile to the Lord.

The Lord Jehovah is not appeased when someone tries to buy His favor and salvation. In fact, God is disgusted by such actions. To Him, a man who sacrifices to assuage his conscience is actually a detestable abomination. This man is still unclean in the sight of God.

You, however, have given the Lord control of your life and Adonai has made you upright and righteous. With His help, your life and actions are being progressively corrected. Unlike the wicked man, you are pleasing and agreeable to the Lord. He has made your path straight and smooth. The Lord your God esteems and approves of you. Your prayers are God's pleasure and delight; for He knows that you are interceding for others. You walk in His favor and you know that He finds you acceptable. He is satisfied with you.

Cranky Co-workers & Good Bears Day

How many of you work with cranky co-workers? How many of you are cranky co-workers? Well, here is something that may help you be a little bit less cranky? Today is your day!

Cranky means being easily irritated, unsteady, and having unreasonable opinions. Of course, if you look at one definition of a crank, you would find that you are merely "a whimsically eccentric person". The same dictionary does also say a crank is a bad tempered person. None of these definitions are very flattering. Therefore, in my opinion, being a crank is not a goal to reach for.

Maybe you are just a cranky person in the morning and wake up like a grizzly bear. Perhaps after you have had your morning caffeine, the crankiness goes away and then you are a nice teddy bear. Being cranky is an emotion that you can control, whether you have had your coffee, hot chocolate, or soda. Even though your emotions are telling you to be a grizzly, you can choose to be a teddy instead. And you will not longer be a cranky co-worker, but a nice bear!

10-27-05 Psalm 19:14

Psalm 19:14 (KJ21)
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my Strength and my Redeemer.

Psalm 19:14 (NAS)
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

Psalm 19:14 (NIVUS)
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Psalm 19:14 (NLT)
May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

Words are containers of power. Adonai created the universe through the words that He spoke. Since you were created in the image of God, your words also are powerful. Through your words, you can cause terrible harm or you can create a peaceful and life-affirming atmosphere. You can use your mouth to just puff and blow, exalting yourself over others. What you say can blast holes into another's self image. Heated, angry words cause those around you to scatter. Your speech can be challenging and demanding or considerate and full of promise. God's word is symbolized as a two-edged sword and when you utter what He has said, you are using sound speech.

Your words usually are formed from the thoughts on which you have been pondering and meditating. When you are murmuring and complaining in the center of your being, then your speech will be full of murmuring and complaining. However, if your heart is full of joy and praise to God, then those joyful praises will find their way out of your mouth. It is important that you muse on those things that are acceptable and favorable to the Lord Jehovah. His countenance will show His delight in your, when you concentrate on the things that the Lord desires. When you enter into God's presence, you will sense His pleasure as you keep your heart and words in line with His Word.

Jehovah, the Lord your God, is a rock and a refuge for you. To your enemies, He is a precipitous cliff, with a sharp edge and when they come against you, they shall fall over that edge and be broken on the Rock. The Lord God Almighty is your strength and fortress.

Jehovah is also your next of kin and He has redeemed you. He bought back all of the property that you have lost and He has married you to Himself. He is your Avenger and Deliver; with His very own blood He ransomed you.

Therefore, you should honor Him with the words of your mouth and the meditations of your heart. For this is well-pleasing to Adonai, the Most High God.

It is Mule Day! Yeah!

Today, October 26th, has been designated as "Mule Day". Mules? Hmm? What an odd thing to honor? When you think of mules, you envision the animal that is a cross between a donkey and a horse. If you are old enough, you might remember the series of movies featuring Francis, the Talking Mule. Probably the expression "Stubborn as a Mule" comes to mind.

If you are fashion conscious, you may think of the shoes called mules. As mules are very hard working animals, so these shoes have been crafted to work hard as well.

So celebrate your "Mules", whether they are animals, shoes, or another breed. [Maybe I better not go there!]

10-26-05 Psalm 69:13

Psalm 69:13 (KJ21)
But as for me, my prayer is unto Thee: O LORD, in an acceptable time, O God, in the multitude of Thy mercy hear me in the truth of Thy salvation.

Psalm 69:13 (NAS)
But as for me, my prayer is to Thee, O LORD, at an acceptable time; O God, in the greatness of Thy lovingkindness, Answer me with Thy saving truth.

Psalm 69:13 (NIVUS)
But I pray to you, O LORD, in the time of your favor; in your great love, O God, answer me with your sure salvation.

Psalm 69:13 (NLT)
But I keep right on praying to you, LORD, hoping this is the time you will show me favor. In your unfailing love, O God, answer my prayer with your sure salvation.

You have discovered and know that you can only maintain your walk with the Lord through regular times of prayer and worship before Him. You send up supplications for yourself and intercessions for others. You sing hymns and voice entreaties to the Judge of all the earth.

Even as you pray, you are learning to wait on God's time to receive your answers. Adonai has a due season for everything in your life. Your answer may come in the morning, but if it does not, keep trusting God. You still can look forward to the afternoon or the evening. Your answer may wait for high tide, but then again, it may not come until low tide. You must realize that God will give you what you need and desire at the most acceptable time, a time when His perfect will shall be accomplished.

It is important for you to remember that the Lord delights in you and has showered you with His favor. Through Him, your debt of sin has been satisfied and you live in a reconciled and perfected state with God. Now when you pray, you know that Almighty God hears you with abundant mercy. He pays close attention to your requests and will give you an answer according to His kindness.

You know that the Lord your God is trustworthy and faithful. His answers to your prayers will come enveloped in His truth and they will always build you up and support you. Therefore, continue to trust and believe; for the Lord will bring you the liberty, deliverance, and prosperity that you seek. He will preserve you and rescue you. He is your defense, safety, and victory!

Say Hey Day--October 25th

Schzammm!! Goober says Hey!

Andy, Gomer says Hey!

If you grew up in my generation, you well remember Gomer and Goober on Andy Griffith telling people "HEY!" So today adopt their fun loving and friendly attitudes and say "HEY!" to those you meet.

10-25-05 1 Chronicles 28:9

1 Chronicles 28:9 (KJ21)
And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve Him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind; for the LORD searcheth all hearts and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts. If thou seek Him, He will be found by thee; but if thou forsake Him, He will cast thee off for ever.

1 Chronicles 28:9 (NAS)
As for you, my son Solomon, know the God of your father, and serve Him with a whole heart and a willing mind; for the LORD searches all hearts, and understands every intent of the thoughts. If you seek Him, He will let you find Him; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.

1 Chronicles 28:9 (NIVUS)
And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands every motive behind the thoughts. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.

Adonai, your God, has made a covenant ratified with the blood of His Only Begotten Son, Yeshua. Through this covenant your sin was atoned and remitted. You were made complete and whole; peace became the cornerstone of your life. You have acknowledged and confessed that God is your Father and you belong to His family. Like any other relationship, you are having experiences with God that has allowed you to understand His will; you have gone from being mere acquaintances to more intimate friends. Through the instruction of His word, the Lord has revealed more of Himself.

Through your own choice you have subjected yourself to Adonai, as your Lord, King, and owner. You desire to please Him, working for and serving Him, as He wishes. You know that as you place yourself under His ruler-ship, you have nothing to fear; for He will keep you safe and sound. He has filled and completed your life. In Him you have been made perfect and good; for He has restored and rewarded you.

Therefore, keep your heart and your mind fixed on the Lord your God. Let Him fill your understanding, thinking, reflection, and memory. Bend your mind and your will to His, so that you give Him pleasure in all that you do. Let His will be your delight. In doing this, you will always find refreshing.

You know that the Lord searches every heart and has total understanding of what is going on within you. He marks those who seek Him daily in prayer and worship. Therefore, study God's word and practice what He says. Adapt yourself to His purpose for your life; for He has formed and framed you as something special. His pre-ordained plan for you is the best course that you could follow.
As you seek and follow after the Lord, He will allow Himself to be found. However, if you leave and forsake the Lord, He will reject and cast you off. He will allow you to make your own way. Your future, at best, will be insecure, if you take charge of your own life. Therefore, determine to never desert Almighty God, so that you will always have rest and refreshing in His presence.

Match Day--Oct 24th--International Forgiveness Day!

Once again it seems that the designations for the day do not seem to go together. It is "Match Day" and "International Forgiveness Day".

When you think of "Matches", the first picture that comes into your mind is a small piece of wood with a treated top. When you strike that treated top against a rough surface, a fire is ignited. A match could also refer to two things that go together, such as co-ordinating pieces of clothing. You have heard the term "A match made in Heaven", which occurs when two people come together who seem perfect for each other.

As I was thinking about how to co-ordinate these two designations, it occurred to me that many times we use our tongues like matches. We are having a dicussion with someone, when suddenly a spark occurs, which quickly ignites a fire. Many times, instead of putting that small fire out when it first starts, we fan the flame. Soon we are in a full blown arguement, burning the other person with our words and looks.

After the damage is done, even when the feelings are still bruised, it is time to extend forgiveness, which is like dousing a fire with water. Forgiveness can stop the burning and quickly bring healing. The quicker forgiveness is given and received, the quicker you can get back to enjoying your loved ones, friends, and neighbors.

Therefore, use your matches to start a camp fire or light a candle. And use your words to speak kind and loving things.

10-24-05 Isaiah 2:3

Isaiah 2:3 (KJ21)
And many people shall go and say, "Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; and He will teach us of His ways, and we will walk in His paths." For out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Isaiah 2:3 (NAS)
And many peoples will come and say, "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, To the house of the God of Jacob; That He may teach us concerning His ways, And that we may walk in His paths." For the law will go forth from Zion, And the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Isaiah 2:3 (NIVUS)
Many peoples will come and say, "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us his ways, so that we may walk in his paths." The law will go out from Zion, the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Some people need to be encouraged to approach Adonai; for they are afraid. They know that their sins and wrong doings separate them from God. However, you have experienced His love and mercy, which makes you an excellent leader and guide for these fearful ones.

As you share your good and positive experience with the Lord, you will find others more receptive to your words. When you invite them to come with you, they will be more likely to go. You will be able to lead them into God's house, where they will be taught and instructed. God's word, like arrows, will pierce their hearts and will give them understanding of His ways. Then, they, like you, will start their journey, walking with the Lord.

No longer are you a dried, parched place; for the Lord Jehovah has brought you into a place of peace and safety. He set you up as a monument of His grace and mercy. From your mouth, God's word shall go forth and you will show others how the law of God works in a person's life to make it better.

10-23-05 Jeremiah 24:7

Jeremiah 24:7 (KJ21)
And I will give them a heart to know Me, that I am the LORD; and they shall be My people, and I will be their God; for they shall return unto Me with their whole heart.

Jeremiah 24:7 (NAS)
And I will give them a heart to know Me, for I am the LORD; and they will be My people, and I will be their God, for they will return to Me with their whole heart.

Jeremiah 24:7 (NIVUS)
I will give them a heart to know me, that I am the LORD. They will be my people, and I will be their God, for they will return to me with all their heart.

Without the Lord's help, you would remain far away from Him, lost in sin and darkness. However, in His love and mercy, Adonai decided to seek you out. He committed Himself to change your heart, giving you understanding and perception about Himself. He has provided all that you need to know Him.

If He did not reveal Himself to you, you would not be able to recognize and acknowledge that He is God. Once He permits you to see Him, you can easily confess Him as the Lord of your life; for you begin perceive Him for whom He really is--the One True God. Through the instruction of His Word and the power of His Holy Spirit, your experience and relationship grows daily more intimate.

Now you belong to the Lord Jehovah. You are one of His chosen people; you are of His nation and His near kinsman. Almighty God has restored you, bringing you out of exile. He has rebuilt your life and has established you as His child. You have become a permanent member of the Lord's family.

Although originally it was the Lord who changed your heart, you now desire Him. You return to Him again and again to receive refreshment and restoration, for as you travel through this world, you can be hurt and bruised. When you feel defeated and rejected, turn to the Lord your God and He will repair your heart once more.