This man has something important to say to those who claim to be Christians around the world! If you claim the name then walk the walk as described in the Holy Bible: New Testament. Jesus Christ came to earth and died for my sins and for your sins if you obey all of His commandments. As noted in this post, a person who does not live the life exemplified by Jesus Christ while on this earth, does not deserve to call himself or herself a Christian. There are those round about us who fit this mold of claiming to be something they are not. Christians, are we teaching them the error of their ways or are we remaining silent? If we remain silent here on earth, Jesus will remain silent when asked to defend our behaviors when we face God in Judgment–and we will, everyone will!
Tag: spirituality
My Morning Prayer
by tkbrown
Thank You, Jesus for bringing me through this night to another day. Show me the things you would have me do and say. Give me opportunity to help another along the way. Be my sunshine when skies look dreary and grey. Touch your healing hand to ailments producing fray. Whisper love to family and friends when troubles weigh upon their lives, seeming to unbearably lash and flay. Allow me to touch someone as I bow my head and pray. In Jesus name, Amen.
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As I begin each morning, I thank God and Jesus for the restful night and a brand new day. As the Apostle Paul instructed the New Testament Christians in Thessalonica:
“Pray without ceasing.”
1 Thessalonians 5:17 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version (KJV).”
I try to continually engage a prayerful attitude about all that I do, think, and, say. I am far from perfect, and I need His help every step of the way. There is no sweeter way to progress through life than in prayerful supplication of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
The Apostle Paul traveled much, taught God and Christ daily, wrote epistles to a number of New Testament churches, and edified Christians in every possible way. He enjoined the followers at Philippi to:
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
Philippians 4:6 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version (KJV).”
Here, he offered encouragement to not worry regarding the needs of this life, but rather to let God know what we need every hour of every day.
God will provide if we but heed His command as Jesus–in His Sermon on the Mount–instructed:
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.”
Matthew 6:33 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV).
If our thoughts are centered upon God and His kingdom, if we focus on these things — we will not have time to look at the world and those in it. We will be given more than our feeble minds could ever conjure.
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Sources:
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). 1 Thessalonians 5:17. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). 1 THESSALONIANS 5:17 KJV “Pray without ceasing.” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). Philippians 4:6. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). PHILIPPIANS 4:6 KJV “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests…” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). Matthew 6:33. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). MATTHEW 6:33 KJV “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
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Picture above: reene black @pixabay.com.
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My Morning Prayer
by tkbrown
Thank You, Jesus for bringing me through this night to another day. Show me the things you would have me do and say. Give me opportunity to help another along the way. Be my sunshine when skies look dreary and grey. Touch your healing hand to ailments producing fray. Whisper love to family and friends when troubles weigh upon their lives, seeming to unbearably lash and flay. Allow me to touch someone as I bow my head and pray. In Jesus name, Amen.
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As I begin each morning, I thank God and Jesus for the restful night and a brand new day. As the Apostle Paul instructed the New Testament Christians in Thessalonica:
“Pray without ceasing.”
1 Thessalonians 5:17 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version (KJV).”
I try to continually engage a prayerful attitude about all that I do, think, and, say. I am far from perfect, and I need His help every step of the way. There is no sweeter way to progress through life than in prayerful supplication of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
The Apostle Paul traveled much, taught God and Christ daily, wrote epistles to a number of New Testament churches, and edified Christians in every possible way. He enjoined the followers at Philippi to:
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
Philippians 4:6 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version (KJV).”
Here, he offered encouragement to not worry regarding the needs of this life, but rather to let God know what we need every hour of every day.
God will provide if we but heed His command as Jesus–in His Sermon on the Mount–instructed:
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.”
Matthew 6:33 — “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV).
If our thoughts are centered upon God and His kingdom, if we focus on these things — we will not have time to look at the world and those in it. We will be given more than our feeble minds could ever conjure.
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Sources:
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). 1 Thessalonians 5:17. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). 1 THESSALONIANS 5:17 KJV “Pray without ceasing.” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). Philippians 4:6. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). PHILIPPIANS 4:6 KJV “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests…” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
Eds. King James Bible Online. (November 2007). Matthew 6:33. “Holy Bible: New Testament, King James Version” (KJV). U.S. Congress. (13 November 2021). MATTHEW 6:33 KJV “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (kingjamesbibleonline.org).
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Picture above: reene black @pixabay.com.
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Sandcastle Masterpieces
by tkbrown
It looks like a big sandcastle party to which everyone in town came to play. All the best artisans wielding form free, producing masterpieces at the bay. Come one, come all--bid for your selection-- but leave in place so everyone might see Sandcastles preserved--a great collection-- made to please our Creator, displayed free. No earthly artisan has created such beauty--eloquence--to e're compare alongside wind-blown displays He vetted in the blink of an eye and time to spare.
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So God created man in His own image, in the image of God created He him; male and female created He them.
Genesis 1:27 — Holy Bible: Old Testament — King James Version (KJV)
I am ever amazed at the beauty God created when He formed this earth and our universe. The love with which He has touched so many places has lent itself to the greatest artwork ever molded from a piece of clay, thought into being at the stroke of a pen, or wielded with such perfect hue from the paint upon His fingers.
Then He gifted it to me and to you. Some of us marvel in reverent awe as others take for granted each day and all the beauty it entails. How can anyone view formations like those pictured above and dispute the hand of God?
I am ever blessed to be able to view locations around the world on my computer, and the awe I hold for each could only be increased by being there in person. What a gift God has granted to man whom He created in His own image. Just as He is a Spirit being, so are we–Spirit beings–in His image. From the moment of conception, our bodies churn out cells to fill specific rolls. We do not have to manage or manipulate this process in any way other than to care for it as we would His temple–the most Holy of Holies.
When I first saw the picture of this rock formation–Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness in New Mexico, United States of America–my thoughts drew a scene where families created sandcastles at the beach, then solidified their form for wind and sand to smooth out the rough edges. What a beautiful vision to behold!
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Sources:
Eds. Bible Gateway. (1993). Genesis 1:27. “Holy Bible:” King James Version (KJV). biblegateway.com. (29 March 2021). Genesis 1:27 KJV – So God created man in his own image, in – Bible Gateway.
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Photo Above: © Sean Pavone / iStock / Getty Images Plus.
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Put Another Star in Their Crown
~~ the quindecim ~~
by tkbrown
As I traveled, learned, and grew through each passage of my life, I moved a little closer to You and gave over to You the strife. I learned early to study in depth as each Scripture written for You covered my troubles--a soothing broth and proved each word to be true. Each teacher embraced such love for the gift of life eternal; with the same my heart did move from the impact of each kernel. For the lessons each presented planting each person in your stead, another star in the crown upon their head. There must be many another soul who could say the same to you of the lessons creating a whole your cleansing blood did ensue. Each deserves recognition for the effort long put forth in your service with such passion, embracing each soul with warmth. The ministers in the pulpit to each recipient in each pew ensuring all understood it implanting each heartfelt cue. So, put another star in their crown and a bit more shine in their gown. Yes, put another star in each crown.
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Photo Above: by Davide Cantelli @Unsplash.com.
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