Verse of the Week: John 14:6 (NIV)

Verse of the Week

John 14:6 (NIV)

Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

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Noah's obedience

Noah's obedience

I just recently begin reading the book of Genesis and read the passages on Noah. Going back and reading it now as opposed to when growing up there is a lot more to the story of Noah. God spoke to Noah and told him that because of the violence of mankind that he would be wiping the Earth clean and starting over by way of flood. He also told Noah to build and Ark and he would allow his wife and sons and there wives to join him on the Ark. He also instructed him to gather a male and female of every kind of living creature to start over. God provided him instruction on how to make the Ark. Noah heeded his word and built it just as he was told.  The bible said it rained for 40 days and 40 nights. He then allowed the water to remain on the Earth for 150 days. The waters rose to the mountains before descending. Looking back on this passage it is a clear account on how to be obedient to Gods word. No matter how outrageous or extreme the circumstance. He followed Gods plan. God's thoughts are not our thoughts therefore we will never understand fully his plans. We must trust in him when in instructed. I am sure that there were others Noah would of like to take with him but he was obedient to Gods word. The bible says that when there were on the Ark God shut it. God will insure that his will and way is carried out. He made sure nothing was to get in or out while on the Ark.  As Christians this is a great example of  following what God tells us. Noah after 150 years got off the Ark with his wife, sons and there wives and all the living creatures to begin mankind again. God made covenant with Noah that never again would he cause a flood to wipe out mankind and that the sign of the covenant would be a rainbow after clouds and rain. As Christians it may be hard sometimes to follow Gods word because we do not see or understand it but we walk by Faith and not by sight. Prayer and meditation is crucial to listening to what God has to tell you. I urge you to spend some time with God today and let him work in your life.

Did You Know...Rainbow Reminder

 Did You Know

Did you know...Whenever you experience cloudy days and rain followed by a rainbow it is a reminder to God of the covenant between him and all living creatures never to send a flood to destroy all life.

Genesis 9: 12-17

Verse of the Week: Matthew 6:33

Verse of the Week:

Matthew 6:33

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

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The Lord's purpose prevails

The Lord's purpose prevails

I was reading Proverbs the other day and a few points came to mind that hit home. There are a lot of people I come across that feel they are not where they should be or not sure how God is going to use them. Some even question if God is using them at this current time and if he is how would they know.

Growing up I always was taken by the music industry. Since birth I would watch performers and mimic there moves. Adolescent years I took up writing and rapping. Many years went by and I got pretty good at it.  I went to school and worked but always thought about rap as the career meant for me. However what I have learned is you can practice and become good at something but it does not mean it is your purpose. A thief practices over time taking things that are not there’s but we know it is a commandment not to steal. Therefore it cannot possibly be Gods purpose for your life no matter how good you might be at it. The thing is no matter how good you are at something you will not feel complete or successful at it. I had recorded numerous songs and people that I would let hear them liked the material but they would always say why don’t you put this out, or this sounds as good as or better than what’s on the radio. The answer came earlier this year. I had talent at music but at least that kind of music was not my purpose with God. It was something in me that would not allow me to heavily promote material that would go against what had been imprinted in me since birth. Proverbs 19:21 says many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the lord's purpose that prevails. We can want something all we want but if it is not meant for you God will have the final word. Man cannot keep you away from your purpose or blessing not even yourself. When we try to deviate from it is when we face confusing and struggles internally and externally. This can go for careers, posessions and relationships.  I never understood why things were not going my way or why it never seemed like quite the right project to use as a demo.  I am not even sure that music is my purpose but I am stronger with God now and I pray for that purpose to be revealed. I know he will. I have faith that he will and that is start. One thing is for sure if it is music it will not be the same kind of music as before. When you change the things around seem different. I find myself not wanting to hear or entertain the same things. I am thankful for that. It shows God has implanted something that causes conviction when I know it is right.  Proverbs 20: 24 says a person's steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way? You cannot lean to your own understanding.  Keep communication open with God and he will reveal things to you the more you talk to him.  Prayer and studying the word is the best way to discover your purpose. Reading the word and meditating on it will teach you about the word but also teach you about yourself.  I pray you strive towards living a purposeful life as well. I pray you have received something from this and have a blessed day.