Let Your Journey Begin

John the Baptist didn't perform any miracles but spoke boldly of the coming Christ!  You don't have to perform miracles but be bold to speak the good news of the gospel to all those people who are suffering, feel lost and alone. You are instrumental in leading people to Jesus. 

The Lord always has a plan and you are part of it!  Do not become overwhelmed with the worries of this world but watch who the Lord sends to you! There will be people for you to bless and people sent to bless you.

In the last days, false prophets will try to lead you astray!  We were warned then and I am warning you now. Stay close to the Lord and believe in His Word.

Don't let anyone preach a 'different gospel' to you, which is no gospel at all!  Stay grounded and strong in the Word of God!

How can anyone reject the compassion, love and caring character of Jesus?   Is it Jesus that they reject what is expected of those who believe and follow Him?

Too many today try to live up to worldly standards and not the standards of The Lord.  Don't jeopardize your eternity by trying to fit into a culture that you WILL be leaving. 

Too many times we struggle with how we should live our lives. When the people came with that question for John the Baptist, his answer was simple and straightforward.  Here is what we should do.......

Praying for personal needs and desires is not a bad thing to do but how can we pray with Jesus instead of always praying to Jesus? What would Jesus have us pray with Him?

When you feel like you don't do enough or you're not good enough refocus your sight on Jesus! Learn to please Jesus and not your ego.  Only Jesus brings peace in your purpose.

Have you searched long enough for something or someone to satisfy your endless thirst? Come and meet my Jesus.  Only He can satisfy your every need and desire. Only Jesus. 

Satan loves to keep you busy fighting senseless battles.  In doing so, you can't focus on the work that God is calling you to do!  Ask God to show you where to put your time and energy! 

Some days the world seems so dark and in despair that I beg for Jesus to come back and soon! But, my sisters and brothers, justice is coming.  Do not give up hope.  God is still on the throne.  He is who He is and He will do what He says He will do! 

If we want to have more energy or be more knowledgeable about God's Word, we have to do our part! That might mean eating well, exercising and reading our Bibles on a regular basis!  Are  you doing your part?

I pray you have the opportunity to worship in truth and spirit in the simple surroundings of a barn. No fluff - just Jesus.  The way it should be and perhaps was in the early days of those who followed Jesus. 

We often wonder why we suffer and are put to the trial and test in this life.  And while we may not know until the trumpet sounds, we do know this:  God loves us and will never leave us! 

Jesus promised to never leave us but to send a Counselor - the Holy Spirit of God to be with us until He returns to take us home!

Sometimes another generation seems so far away even though they are standing right in front of us.  Pray God sends us into the harvest and gives us the words to say.

The daily stresses of life can wear me out. But, there is one thing that never wears me out and that is spending time with The Lord! 

All of us have faced a wilderness in our lives but God is true to His Word. He will never leave us and He will work all things to our good when we love Him and live to serve His purpose. 

Some people say they don't feel modern day praise music is 'praise worthy.'   I encourage everyone to try listening to the words of some of the modern praise songs today. They are spirit filled and can leave you feeling encouraged and hopeful again!