James 1:5 (nasb) --- But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.
For over 15 years I been using this verse when I sign my name or share a thought. It has become 2nd nature and a habit. Yet it doesn't come lightly or as some casual reference.
God intends to put His wisdom to work in and through our lives. To allow God's work and His wisdom in our minds and hearts will teach us the things of God and direct our thoughts and actions to be more God like. It will make our witnessing more powerful, our life example shine and will give us the words to say when we need to say them or the push to be quiet when we need to be silent.
This pastor is excited. Any time a church leader or pastor sees His people walking with Jesus, there is joy running over, a dance to dance, praise to give God, people to hug and to celebrate. I have seen this, and I am on top of the world!
3 John 1:4 (nlt) --- I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.
Since The Community Fellowship came into being I have said and shared many times that this church is not for everyone, and that each person must seek the Lord to know if this is God's choice for you or your family. Friends, I am watching people follow through with that. Sometimes I don't too much care for the results, and at other times I am s excited. Yet I see and know that these precious people are seeking God for an answer. Guys and girls, there is a deep truth about spiritual growth! Get it.
Finally, I have been asking God for wisdom in my own life for several different issues for our family, our home, the church and more. That means James 1:5 is not only a verse I share, it is a verse and truth I choose to live by. This morning's time with God, and from Proverbs led me to hear some of God's insight. Here is a glimpse into my quiet time with the Lord this morning, and I close with these verses:
Proverbs 24 (nlt)
3 A house is built by wisdom and becomes strong through good sense.
For over 15 years I been using this verse when I sign my name or share a thought. It has become 2nd nature and a habit. Yet it doesn't come lightly or as some casual reference.
God intends to put His wisdom to work in and through our lives. To allow God's work and His wisdom in our minds and hearts will teach us the things of God and direct our thoughts and actions to be more God like. It will make our witnessing more powerful, our life example shine and will give us the words to say when we need to say them or the push to be quiet when we need to be silent.
This pastor is excited. Any time a church leader or pastor sees His people walking with Jesus, there is joy running over, a dance to dance, praise to give God, people to hug and to celebrate. I have seen this, and I am on top of the world!
3 John 1:4 (nlt) --- I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.
Since The Community Fellowship came into being I have said and shared many times that this church is not for everyone, and that each person must seek the Lord to know if this is God's choice for you or your family. Friends, I am watching people follow through with that. Sometimes I don't too much care for the results, and at other times I am s excited. Yet I see and know that these precious people are seeking God for an answer. Guys and girls, there is a deep truth about spiritual growth! Get it.
Finally, I have been asking God for wisdom in my own life for several different issues for our family, our home, the church and more. That means James 1:5 is not only a verse I share, it is a verse and truth I choose to live by. This morning's time with God, and from Proverbs led me to hear some of God's insight. Here is a glimpse into my quiet time with the Lord this morning, and I close with these verses:
Proverbs 24 (nlt)
3 A house is built by wisdom and becomes strong through good sense.
4 Through knowledge its rooms are filled with all sorts of precious riches and valuables.
5 The wise are mightier than the strong,and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger.
6 So don't go to war without wise guidance; victory depends on having many advisers.
7 Wisdom is too lofty for fools. Among leaders at the city gate, they have nothing to say...
10 If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small...
13 My child, eat honey, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste.
14 In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will not be cut short.
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