Prayer – Lord, You told us to ‘love God” and to “love others as ourselves.” Help us to do just that—that we would please You in everything we think, say, and do.
And this is his commandment: We must believe in the
name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and love one another, just as he
commanded us. Those who obey God's commandments remain in fellowship with him,
and he with them. And we know he lives in us because the Spirit he gave us
lives in us. 1 John 3:23-24 (Underlined for emphasis.)
The Spirit lives in us.
May the Holy Spirit bless your relationships.
Meditate. Consider the intricacies of relationships.
How are your relationships with others? Do you treat others
the way you want to be treated? Do you love others as you love yourself? Do you
love yourself? Do you love God? Do you obey Him?
Good questions to ask yourself periodically. God wants us
to love Him…and to love others. He commanded it—but He allows us to choose. We
have choices day by day—free will. We choose.
And this is his
commandment: We must believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and love one
another, just as he commanded us. Those who obey God's commandments remain in
fellowship with him, and he with them. And we know he lives in us because the
Spirit he gave us lives in us. 1 John 3:23-24
Paul taught in his letter to the Philippians that we are to
consider others ahead of ourselves.
Is there any
encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any
fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate?
Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one
another, and working together with one mind and purpose. Don't be selfish;
don't try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than
yourselves. Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an
interest in others, too. Philippians 2:1-4 (Underlined for emphasis.)
There’s the key point. Take an interest in others. Don’t
be selfish. God doesn’t leave us hanging. He offers us teaching, training
and options for life. He tells people what He knows we need to do to get along
in life—how to live. From food safety to personal relationships—God has got it
covered. He has people’s needs at heart. But, He gives mankind a choice. We can
choose how we treat others—how we treat ourselves—if we love God or even
believe in Him as the Almighty God.
Love God. Love others. Ask God and trust Him to guide your
thoughts, words and actions as you restore the connections you have with Him
and with others. That’s the best way to improve our relationships.
Verse of Salvation ~ Create in me a clean heart, O God.
Renew a loyal spirit within me. Do not banish me from your presence, and don't
take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and
make me willing to obey you. Psalm 51:10-12
Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table
Sadly, life can end very abruptly and tragically. Grief can
be overwhelming when death of a loved one is sudden, unexpected and brought on
by catastrophic effects. We just heard that a cousin of mine, Donald, died in a
house fire. We know that as a believer he will be in heaven—but it still doesn’t
take away the loss and pain that his family is dealing with right now. Praying
that God will give them strength and peace.
Here’s a recipe that Don submitted to his family recipe
book. I present this here in honor of him.
TACO SALAD
1 head lettuce
3 green onions, chopped
1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 pkg taco chips, crushed
1 lb hamburger, browned and cooled
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 can olives, sliced
½ cup cheese, grated
Mix all ingredients just before serving. Serve with
Thousand Island dressing and salsa.
Optional additions: chopped avocado or guacamole, sour
cream, finely chopped jalapenos, tabasco sauce.
Happy Birthday, Joeske
May God Continue to Bless You
and Guide You in All You Think, Say & Do
Love You Much, Dear Brother
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