My word for September 13th is SEARCH!

My word for September 13^th is SEARCH

Have you ever lost something and you searched and searched only to realize it was right in front of you.  I have lost my cell phone before walked around looking and then realized I was talking on it.  Car keys are something else we have to search for.  I have always wanted a button I could push that would make my car keys put off a sound when I am searching for them.  We have also had to search for our dogs.  They will get out and run off.  We will search and search for them and they will be in the yard hiding under a bush.  Search and rescue, lost and found.

During our lifetime at one time or another you will feel lost.  You will be searching for answers; searching for what you need to do or what direction you need to go. When we are searching there is only one direction to turn and that is to the Lord.  The first step to be found is opening our hearts to Him.  When we do this we will receive his mercy and kindness.  He is constantly talking to us when we are searching.  He cares for us and wants us to be found.  He can show us the way.  Many times the Lord has given us the answer; we just refuse to see them. 

When you turn to God searching will not be a part of your daily walk anymore.  Simply ask for forgiveness and His help and He will help you stop the search.  You will be at peace knowing what you thought was lost is now found. 

Isaiah 41:13

New International Version (NIV)

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For I am the Lord your God
    who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear;
    I will help you.

Dear Lord thank You for helping us when we are searching.  We are usually searching for something that is right in front of us and very visible if we would just stop and look.  Assist us in never forgetting to come to You first when we are searching for answers.  Remind us that You are the one that holds our hand and walks with us when we are lost.  

My word for September 12th is TERRORIST!

My word for September 12^th is TERRORIST

Where were you the day the terrorists attacked the United States on 9-11?  I know exactly where I was and what I was doing.  I was driving to Little Rock listening to the radio when the news came across the air.  The first person I called was my mother.  Did you know that the first person most Americans called was their mother?  I am assuming that most people called their mother because at that moment they needed comfort.  They needed to hear a voice that was calming and loving.  I will never forget that day nor will I forget how I had a feeling of helplessness. 

A terrorist is a person, usually a member of a group, who terrorizes or frightens others.  They may be part of a political group or an agent.  As much as we hope that we aren’t surrounded by terrorism we are.  Evil surrounds us and tempts people to turn away from God and towards Satan.  Everyday there are people that make the wrong choice.  They pull away from God.  God doesn’t want us to walk away from Him He wants us to come to Him because He loves us. 

Terrorist attacks affect many people around the world.  We all watched in anguish as the planes flew into the World Trade Center in 2001.  This attack reminds us that Satan is at work.  Don’t turn your eyes away from the Lord.  Hold steadfast towards Him.  Don’t let evil enter your life.  Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good (Romans 12:19-21).

Psalm 34:14 (NIV)

Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

Dear God keep us safe from those that are here to destroy.  Keep us close to You and away from Satan’s path.  We know that evil lurks around us, but we want to walk beside You loving You and sharing Your word.  Keep us at peace in the days to come.

Life is a JOURNEY!

My Word for Sept. 11 is JOURNEY

My word for September 11^th is JOURNEY

The word journey means one day walk; it is a day-to-day travel.  Life is a journey. Many days that bring different situations and circumstances.   During our lifetime we will go in many different directions.  Some may be good some may be bad.  Some will bring us happy moments and some will bring us sad moments.  We will make memories no matter what road we travel down.  These memories will be ingrained in our mind many of these bringing life lessons. 

This life journey will be made easier if we walk daily with God.  He wants to travel this journey with you.  He wants to be in the driver seat.  If you allow Him to have the wheel your life will be filled with wonderful possibilities.  He will steer the wheel in the direction that will lead to positive outcomes.  He will only turn in the direction that will increase your faith.  God won’t turn down a road that will lead to unhappiness nor will He veer off the road bringing you sadness. 

God has a plan for you.  Your journey was decided a long time ago.  Let God be the leader of your journey, trust in Him.  Let Him navigate the ride.  He leaves His footprints for you to follow and when you can’t continue the journey He will carry you. 

Mark 9:23b- “Everything is possible for one who believes.”

Dear God thank You for traveling this journey with us.  Please forgive us if we don’t always let You steer.  We know that You should be in control at all times and by letting You lead the way our lives will be full of peace.  Assist us in realizing that this journey of life can and will be a joyous ride when we are in the passenger seat. 

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