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Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 15, 2011
We serve a gracious and generous God. Our response to God's grace and generosity should be a spirit of great thanksgiving and a passion to look like our Creator as we encounter people each day.
Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 10, 2011
Peter and John had been very bold in their witness of what Christ had done in their lives; how their lives had become whole and Christ's love had filled them. God took these ordinary men and inspired them to "connect" with a man who had been lame for forty years. This man was healed, in the name of Jesus, by the power of God's love through these two men. Naturally, the church council and the religious leaders were not happy about this love and energy that was permeating "their" religious camp. But, these religious leaders could not deny the courage and boldness that had come over these two men to speak the truth about how their lives had changed since meeting Jesus. Peter and John were acting on what they could now see from God's horizon. Peter and John were more concerned about what God desired to do through them, than how these people around them listening might react to what they might do and say. This is an example of a stand of courageous love for God and people. It is that courage for which we, as Christ followers, must seek to "connect." The Holy Spirit is the Giver and Initiator of such courage. Following this story, the healing of the lame man, we see the early Church (followers of Christ) ramping up their prayer for courage...
Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 08, 2011
"Then the Lord sent this message through the prophet Haggai: "Why are you living in luxurious houses while my house lies in ruins? This is what the Lord of Heaven's Armies says: Look at what's happening to you! You have planted much but harvest little. You eat but are not satisfied. You drink but are still thirsy. You put on clothes but cannot keep warm. Your wages disappear as though you were putting them in pockets filled with holes." Haggai 1:1-8
Haggai talks about "Pockets with holes;" that provides a very good visual for us doesn't it?
Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 02, 2011
"If I wanted to boast, I would be no fool in doing so, because I would be telling the truth. But I won't do it, because I don't want anyone to give me credit beyond what they can see in my life or hear in my message, even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So, to keep me from being proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud." 2 Corinthians 6-12
The Apostle Paul knew all about issues and problems; yet, God trusted and empowered him to write a great portion of the New Testament. Many Christians feel if they face intense problems, it is because God is displeased with them. Punishment must be the reason; that's a human perspective.
Posted by: mhaley
on Oct 31, 2011
Have you ever been caught up in deep worship--true oneness with God that filled and overwhelmed you with awe, wonder, praise, and thanksgiving? The Apostle John did. His spirit was translated from a physical location (more than likely the Island of Patmos) to the throne room of heaven where he witnessed the glory of God's presence (Revelation 4:1-11).
Posted by: mhaley
on Oct 18, 2011
"Pray in the Spirit at all times with all kinds of prayers, asking for everything you need." Ephesians 6:18
Posted by: mhaley
on Jan 26, 2011
Did you know that humbling ourselves or submitting to God is the best way to gain power when the enemy is trying to come against us? James tells us it should be our first defense when we find ourselves under spiritual attack.
Posted by: mhaley
on Dec 17, 2010
I have missed sharing in this blog with you; it is time to get back to our Beatitude lessons. What do you think of when you hear the words "pure in heart?" I think of clean motives; righteous actions. Jesus said, "God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God." (Matt. 5:8) I, Mary, want to "see" God! I want to be able to discern his righteousness at work in me. As well, I want to be able to identify the Spirit of Christ--the Risen Savior--in and through others. I think that is what God meant; so I need to know how to keep my heart pure.
Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 30, 2010
In His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminded his disciples and others that a person who hungered and thirsted for righteousness would be blessed. The New Living Translation uses the word "justice" for the word "righteousness." Let's explore this verse from both meanings; keeping in mind this is just one way to look at it. I believe Jesus was pointing to the fact that when we choose to live moral lives--right by God's standard--we are called blessed. In a world that calls everything right--anything goes--what does that really mean?
Posted by: mhaley
on Nov 23, 2010
What does the word "meekness" mean to you? We don't hear that word often, anymore. It is rarely modeled by people. A meek person is gentle and humble; Jesus Christ was described as being meek. Jesus said, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5). In other words, blessed or happy with enviable joy are the gentle and humble people in this world.
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