Application of God's Word

In life there are people that will hurt us and cause us pain, but we must learn to forgive and forget and not hold grudges. In life there are mistakes we will make, but we must learn from our wrongs and grow from them. In life there are regrets we will have to live with, but we must learn to leave the past behind and realize it is something we can't change. In life there are people we will loose forever and can't have back, but we must learn to let go & move on. In life there are going to be obstacles that will cause interference, but we must learn to overcome these challenges and grow stronger. In life there are fears that will hold us back from what we want, but we must learn to fight them with the courage from within. God holds our lives in his hands. He holds the key to our future. Only he knows our fate. He see's everything and knows everything. Everything in life really does happen for a reason: "God's Reason". Source: Faith and Courage In...

Because I was abused, I abused myself and others. Because I was mistreated, I mistreated myself and others. Because I wasn't loved, I didn't know how to love myself and others. Because I had such a low self-esteem, no one could have convinced me of my worth. Because I held everything inside, confiding in someone was not an option. Because I experienced loss, it didn't matter whether you walked away or stayed. Because my heart broke daily, I needed something to make the pain go away. Because I felt violated, raped, and abandoned, I became numb. Because I told you how I felt, doesn't give you the right to judge me. Because you don't know how I feel, empathy is greatly needed on your part. Because I open up to you, gives you a little insight. Because I trust you not to use this against me and hurt me, then maybe this cycle can stop. This poem was written by one of our contributors, Carmen Elgen. We can each identify with something said in this poem a...

Someone shared this with me and I thought it was absolutely beautiful. Every night we go to bed, we have no assurance to wake up the next morning but still we have plans for tomorrow, that's called HOPE. Hope this was a blessing to you. God bless you!

This poem is believed to have been written by Mother Theresa. It speaks volumes about continuation. Continuing to do that good thing that you are doing that others may not see value in, may ridicule or may destroy, however you must continue. Do not let set backs stop you from progressing and living your life to the fullest. Do not let what others perceive of you stop you from doing the good that you are doing, continue. They called Jesus names and even accused Him of being the devil but did that stop His ministry? No it didn't because He knew His purpose and it was greater than what others thought or believed. He knew He was doing God's will and that all that mattered. So be encouraged. Continue to do the good and to do the will of God because in the end, you have to give an account for yourself. People are often unreasonable, illogical and self centered; Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. If you ...

If we were to evaluate our day, how much time do we dedicate to praying to God? How much alone time do we set aside for daily devotions, prayer and reading the word of God? If we are serious about our walk with Christ wouldn't these things be automatic? Jesus Christ took the time out to pray and would go in solitude to pray to God. We need to spend time with Him, to get to know Him but sometimes we don't have time like this poem depicts. No Time I knelt to pray but not for long, I had too much to do. I had to hurry and get to work For bills would soon be due. So I knelt and said a hurried prayer, And jumped up off my knees. My Christian duty was now done My soul could rest at ease. All day long I had no time To spread a word of cheer. No time to speak of Christ to friends, They'd laugh at me I'd fear. No time, no time, too much to do, That was my constant cry, No time to give to souls in need But at last the time, the...

I was regretting the past And fearing the future. Suddenly my Lord was speaking: “My name is I Am.” He paused. I waited. He continued, When you live in the past With its mistakes and regrets, It is hard. I am not there, My name is not I WAS”. When you live in the future With its problems and fears, It is hard. I am not there. My name is not I WILL BE. When you live in this moment, It is not hard. I am here. My name is I AM.

Life keeps moving forward, even when you are having a bad day or when things do not go as planned. It doesn't stop to give you a moment to gather yourself, the clock keeps ticking.   The only true refuge is God, our source of strength, wisdom, love and so much more. When you feel exhausted and overwhelmed in every area of your life, it is a sign to pause and draw closer to God. Retreat into His presence and remain there, for He can carry you through the toughest days and turn the good ones into something extraordinary.  In this life... Every day is a blessing Every new person you meet is a meeting with God's creation Every conversation is honored  Every smile is heartwarming Every hug is a delight Every kiss is adored Every kind word or word of encouragement is a manifestation of love Every tear is cleansing Every frustration is a test Every trial is strengthening Every prayer is bonding time between Father and His child I'm only here for ...

I really like this poem but I don't know the author. Contentment is God Be Content in ME, MY child, I will supply your need Be Content in ME alone, come MY child, I plead I am your Rest, your Peace, your Calm, your name's engraved Upon MY