December 31

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Happy New Year's Eve everyone. Have a safe celebration!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A kick in the rear is a step forward.

(Chicken Soup For The Soul)

SCRIPTURE:

Endure hardship as a discipline, God is testing you as sons.

Hebrews 12:7

Next time you feel God kicking you forward... you will know

that he is still working on you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Sports don't build character, they reveal it.

(Heywood Hale brown)

SCRIPTURE:

Suffering produces perseverance, perseverance character;

and character, hope. Romans 5:4

If ones character is never tested, ones never sure if he or

she has character. It is through testing that character is

revealed and also through testing that character is built.

So, if your being tested... God is helping you build your

character!

Know I prayed for you today-Blessings-Freda

December 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

When God leads you to the edge of a cliff, trust him

and fully and let go. Only 1 or 2 things will happen, either

He'll catch you or teach you to fly. (Les Truner)

SCRIPTURE:

I am with you always, even to the end of the age.

Matthew 28:20

You'll always find God at the end of a rope, the end of

the day or the end of life. He's always there... if we look

for him!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Don't go questioning what the Lord has planned for you.

(from Touched by an Angel)

SCRIPTURE:

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord,

plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give

you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

Remember: God has better plans, than you and I could

ever dream of!

Blessings to all of you-Freda

December 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Compassion is difficult to give away, because it keeps

coming back to you. (from Mary Scroggins)

SCRIPTURE:

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving

each other, just as Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32

Compassion is like a boomerang, toss it on and it will

come back to you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 26

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Aspire to inspire before you expire.

(From Dot Barr)

SCRIPTURE:

Seek good, not evil and the Lord God Almighty

will be with you. Amos 5:14

Have you ever though what you would like said about you

when you do expire? I would like it said, "She was a Christian!"

God bless each of you! Freda

December 25:

Greetings: God bless you this Special Day!

Merry Christmas to all!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

May the spirit of Christmas bring you peace.

May the gladness of Christmas bring you hope.

May warmth of Christmas bring you love.

(From Heartwarmers)

SCRIPTURE:

And the Angels said, "Glory to God in the highest and

on earth peace to men on whom his favor rest.

Luke 2:14

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with family and

friends. I count each of you as my friend and want to thank

you for allowing me to visit you each day through the wonderful

technology of the enternet. I pray your day will be merry and

blessed!

Blessings-Freda

December 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Mary wrapped the first Christmas Gift... with your

names on it (Our Church Marquee)

SCRIPTURE:

She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger,

because there was no room in the inn. Luke 2:7

The birth of Jesus is not just some cute Bible story... it is

the greatest event this world has ever known and the

greatest gift we will ever receive!!!

May God bless each of you this special time! Blessings-Freda

December 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Christmas is a gift from God that a man/woman

cannot keep until he/she gives it to someone else.

(Dorothy Cameron Smith)

SCRIPTURE:

Freely you have received, freely give.

Matthew 10:8

Pass the gift forward!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It Christmas in the mansion

Yule-log fires and silken frocks;

It is Christmas in the cottage,

Mothers filling little socks.

It is Christmas on the highway,

In the thronging, busy mart;

But dearest, truest Christmas

Is the Christmas in the heart.

(Author Unknown)

SCRIPTURE:

Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the

wellspring of life. Proverbs 4:23

Christmas is not in things, but in the heart!!

Know I prayed for you today. blessings-Freda

December 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I'm about ready to start building an Ark!

We've had constant rain for a week.

You can be sure I'm not going to put ants

in my Ark. I'm fed up with the pesky things!!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the

presence of a happy family, all wrapped up in each

other. (Burton Hillis)

SCRIPTURE:

This is the message you heard from the beginning.

We should love one another. 1 John 3:11

Our Gift came floating in last night. Our Daughter, Janet,

husband, Richard and son, Jeremy arrived! The best gift you

can give your family... is love!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I'm excited. Our kids in Tennessee will be flying in tonight.

Please pray for safe travel!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Christmas is a shinning festival of the unselfish. It

is the homecoming of the spirit... the glorification

of all that is good. (Author Unknown)

SCRIPTURE:

It is more blessed to give than to receive. Acts 20:35

To get the real feeling of the Christmas spirit, give yourself

a gift... give to someone with no thought of return!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 19

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The warmth of Christmas greetings

And the glow from Christmas cheer

Is enough to warm the heart

And last throughout the year.

(Author Unknown)

SCRIPTURE:

Greet on another with a holy kiss.

Romans 16:16

Even if the kiss is by mail. I love Christmas cards.

I love to hear from folks I've not heard from since

last Christmas season. My prayer for you... may

the greeting's of this Christmas season warm your

heart throughout the New Year!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Christmas comes softly to the waiting heart,

In candle's glow and star and ringing bell.

Across the snow, glad welcome lights the way

To hearth and home where

Joy and laughter dwell.

(Carol Bessent Hayman)

SCRIPTURE:

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone

hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in

and eat with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:20

We know that joy and laughter does not dwell in every

home in America. But Christ can and will dwell in every

home... if He is invited in!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

May you have the gladness of Christmas,

Which is hope;

The spirit of Christmas,

Which is peace;

The heart of Christmas;

Which is love.

(Ada V. Hendricks)

SCRIPTURE:

Now remain these three: faith, hope and love.

But the greatest of these is love.

1 Corinthians 13:13

May hope, peace and love be yours this Christmas

season, but remember... if you do not find them in

those around you, you can find them in the God

you trust!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

With Christmas coming, don't forget to reflect on just

how precious this gift of Jesus is to you.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to

your children, how much more will the heavenly Father

give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him. Luke 13:11

Give God a gift today... thank him for sending his Son to

save you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Into the hearts treasury

I slipped a coin,

That time cannot take

Nor a thief purloin-

O better than minting

Of a gold-crowned king

Is the safe-kept memory

Of a lovely thing.

(Sara Treasdale)

SCRIPTURE:

I think God every time I remember you.

Philippians 1:3

Make lovely memories this Christmas season for

those you love... so they can say the same of you as

the scripture above!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you left the Christmas spirit

Tucked away upon a shelf,

Take it down and start the season

By giving of yourself.

Just by saying, "Merry Christmas,"

with a smile upon your face

You can make some person happy

And the world a better place.

(Reginal Holmes)

SCRIPTURE:

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart.

Proverbs 15:13

Don't forget to smile today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

After the end of this month, the server that sends

this message out, will no longer be in operation.

I'm not exactly sure how I will send it, but you

can pick this up on my blog.

http://freda-thoughtfortoday.blogspot.com

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Father, this Christmas season help me to seek you in the

everyday places of my life and to share your love with abandon.

(Pamela Kennedy)

SCRIPTURE:

The Lord's right hand is lifted high; the Lord's right hand has

done mighty things. Psalm 118:16

Every day is a good day to share his love, especially, during this

hectic, hurried season. My prayer for you: Amid all the busyness

you will find time and a place to calm your spirit and renew your

soul in his presence!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 12

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

How many Christmases held in the heart?

How many scenes to remember?

Starlight and snow and the magical glow

That only comes in December.

How many Christmases held in your heart?

How many more to be measured?

Joy in the air, happy greetings to share,

There are memories rare to be treasured.

(Doris Chalma Brock)

SCRIPTURE:

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad

in it. Psalm 118:24

How many more to be measured? Only God knows... we

have today, rejoice in it, make great memories!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Christmas is a golden chain that binds family in faith, hope

and love... drawing each to the open hearth of togetherness.

(Juanita Johnson)

SCRIPTURE:

Two is better than one, because they have a good return for their

work. If one falls down his friend can help him up.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

During this Christmas season... pledge to repair broken relations,

contact those you haven't heard from in awhile and stay in touch

with those whom you see often, because relationships are so very

precious!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

december 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God does what we cannot do so we can be what we

dare not dream. (Max Lucado)

SCRIPTURE:

For what the law was powerless to do in that it was

weakened by the sinful nature, God did by sending

his own Son in the likeness of sinful man to be a

sin offering. Romans 8:3

And folks, that is it in a nutshell... the reason for the

celebration of this wonderful season!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It is not by chance but design that the sorrows we experience

though-out our lives are countered by equal servings of joy.

One offsets the other. And we are strengthened by their

combination. The reality is that each day will present both

occasions for irritation and laughter, neither should dominate.

(Hazelden Meditations)

SCRIPTURE:

When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy

to my soul. Psalm 94:19

Joy is a choice... so today, choose to be joyful!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Swallowing angry words are much easier than having

to eat them! (Robert C. Savage)

SCRIPTURE:

In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while

you are still angry. Ephesians 4:26

Traffic is increasing, stores are crowded, people's patience are

short and it becomes increasingly easy to lose one's temper. When

you feel yourself losing it... take time out to reflect the "reason

for the season!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Remember those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor and

fly your flag today.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Perhaps you've said about a pleasant neighbor, "She always

sees the glass half-full." You've probably encountered someone

whose negative attitude causes people to accuse them of seeing

the glass half-empty.

Daily our Creator offers both much treasures. Both breath the

same air, have the same potential relationships to explore, choices

to make, talents to share, work to accomplish. It is the Lord's

generous and gracious character to give. We are blessed to receive.

By accepting God's greatest gift, His Son, Jesus Christ, we have

opportunity to flourish. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

He causes the sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain

on the righteous and unrighteous. Matthew 5:45

The choice is ours-we accept or reject him. While those who reject him

are blessed to a certain extent, they miss our on the Father-child

relationship!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

There is nothing like returning to a place that remains

unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have

altered. (Nelson Mendela)

SCRIPTURE:

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior

Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18

Growing can be painful. There are some things we do not

want to change, but nothing remains the same!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 5

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

No Christian deserves God's grace. Yet by it you have been

saved, and without it are a walking zero. It is not surprising,

then, that your particular gifting is by grace as well. Everything

that is good in you is a reflection of God's grace. Each one of

you should use whatever gifts he/she has received to serve

others, faithfully administrating God's grace in various ways.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

We have different gifts, according to the grace given us.

Romans 12:6

Regardless of how gifted you are... Remember: those gifts

come from God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Never underestimate the power of courtesy. Your courtesy

may not be returned or remembered, but your discourtesy

will. (Princess Jackson Smith)

SCRIPTURE:

In your patience possess ye your soul.

Luke 21:19 (KJV)

Today's thought hits me where I live! A few weeks back, after

being put on hold for longer than I wanted, I was impatient

with my response. The receptionist pointed out to me that

the office was very busy and would I be patient with her. Do

you think she remembered me? Of course she did, especially

with the name, Fullerton, sadly she will not know I wear

another name... Christian!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

NASA'S Kepkar space telescope has been bringing to

Astronomers a treasure trove of observations of distant

planets.

The extent of God's handiwork in the skies has only begun

to become known. How much more do we know today than

David did? And yet he knew-as we do- that the heavens show

fantastic craftmanship of a personally involved Creator. What

a dramatic example of His power.

The same Creator is a Lord of awesome love... love that was manifest

in His Son, Jesus, whose life was sacrificed for mankind and his

salvation. All planetary discoveries cannot compare with the touch of

the hand of God on the life of one sinner. (Vantage Point Devotional)

Scripture:

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his

handiwork. Psalm 91:1

I've seen some of these remarkable pictures on youtube. It makes me

feel like such a small speck in the scheme of things and very humble

that such an Awesome Creator would care for me!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It isn't your position, that makes you happy or unhappy,

it's you disposition. (Robert C. Savage)

SCRIPTURE:

I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.

Philippians 4:11

During this holiday season, take the time during busy rush hour,

long lines and rude drivers to be courteous, patient, joyful and

smile at those you meet... it will do you far more good than any

one else! Now, if I can just take my own advice?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December1

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Tis the season already! A brand new, busy month!

Do not get so busy that you forget 'The Reason for the Season!'

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you want to have a delightful life at 80, here's what I recommend:

1. Stay spiritually centered.

2. Learn something new each day.

3. Wear your inside person outside.

4. Realize that tranquility is your greatest source of beauty.

5. Remember God's mercy is new every morning... and that's

grace. (Lici Swindoll)

SCRIPTURE:

However many years a man may live, let him enjoy them all.

Ecclesiastes 11:8

I remember a statement that a director for a nursing home made:

He said, "Whatever you are will become more pronounced with age.

If you were sweet younger, you will become sweeter. If you were sour

and bitter, that too will become more pronounced!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you do your best each moment

As you go along life's way,

Then you can help a weary pilgrim,

That has never learned to pray.

(Stamps-Baxter Music CO.)

SCRIPTURE:

Lord teach us to pray. Luke 11:1

Prayer should be as much a part of a Christian's life

as eating and sleeping!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

What delights you?

Maybe you find delight in the first snowfall, a baby's laugh, the

strains of a majestic symphony or a reassuring touch. But do you

rob yourself of the delights found in spending time in the word,

by over intellectualizing your relationship with the Father? Take

time today to dwell richly in a favorite passage of scripture.... let

yourself feel fed by it. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they

shall be filled. Matthew 5:6

During this Holiday Season, want to keep the calories off? Fill your

spirit with God's word... It's guaranteed to be calorie free!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 28

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Many of us try to help God along by coming up with our own

ideas about very best way God could answer our prayers, and

then expect him to follow our plan. Even worse, we pray and

then dismiss him entirely, as we take matters into our own

hands. (The Pocket Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer

and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.

Philippians 4:6

Do you see yourself in the above thought? I certainly do!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The age old riddler asked, "What goes on four legs in the morning,

on two legs at noon and on three legs in the evening?: The answer

of course is mankind... who crawls as an infant, walks upright most

of his life and needs the assist of a cane in old age. How is it with you?

has life been a perplexing riddle at times? Put your focus on the Lord

that knew you before were born and who has sustained you during

your life time. Let the hope he offers give you solace.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Upon you I have leaned from before my birth, you are he who took me

from my mother's womb. I will ever praise you. Psalm 71:6

I wonder what the pro-choice people do with scriptures like the one above?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Amazing grace! How sweet the sound.

(John Newton)

SCRIPTURE:

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.

1 Corinthians 16:23

Are you tired of hearing about grace? I'm not,

for I need so much of it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Happy Thanksgiving May all of you be blessed the good food, health

love, happiness and a THANKFUL HEART!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

In celebrating the poetic beauty of all creation. Psalm 104

leads you to behold the glory of the heavens and revel in the

the majesty of God's wonders.

Only in this human life do you find two little distinctive words,

high-notes of praise that separate you from all nature. The words,

"I will." You alone have the God-given capacity called free-will to

respond to him with the song of life. Only you and I can choose to

bless the Lord with the decisions we make that will impact our

life, community and our country. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my

God while I have being. Psalm 104:33

And out of all creation, only humans have the capacity to speak

words of thanksgiving to our creator. On this Thanksgiving Day

tell God how thankful you are for the blessings he has showered

upon you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Some people, no matter how old they get, never lose their

beauty-they merely move it from their faces to their hearts.

(From Carolyn Hicks)

SCRIPTURE:

Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting, but a woman who fears

the Lord is to be praised Proverbs 31:30

Regardless of age, a beautiful heart will reflect on the face and

make it beautiful too!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Keeping prejudice out of your life requires a conscious effort,

but it's worth it in the long run. (Edna Pendergrass)

SCRIPTURE:

Show proper respect to everyone. 1 Peter 2:17

Everyone means everyone! I have a tendency to pick and choose.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

November 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

An artist painted a picture of an ocean in a violent storm.

The sky was black, lightening flashed, and waves crashed

onto the wall of a cliff. But in the middle of the scene the

artist painted a small bird, safe and dry, snuggled safely

in a rock. It had found refuge from the tempest.

What a beautiful picture of God's children when the storms

of life roar about us. Like the little bird, God has promised

that He will deliver and protect those who hold fast to Him

in love. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him. I will

protect him, because he knows my name. Psalm 91:14

I would love to view the artist painting. It is a beautiful image

of God's protection during the storms of life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 21

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Atonement: It means what it says: at-one-ment. There is

nothing about crime and punishment in the make-up of

that word. It simply means to be one with God.

(Madeleine L'Engle)

SCRIPTURE:

Through Christ we have gained access by faith into this

grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope

of the glory of God. Romans 5:2

Atonement is like justified. Through the blood of Christ, we

have been justified-just-as-if-we-had-not-done-it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We are raised high in God's sight through his grace... for

our courteous God does not wish his children to lose hope

even if they fall frequently, failure does not prevent him

from loving us. (Julian of Norwich)

SCRIPTURE:

Yet he was merciful; he forgave their iniquities and did not destroy

them. Time after time he restrained his anger and did not stir up

his full wrath. Psalm 78:38

The above thought and scripture gives us some insight to God's

patience, mercy and grace and should give us hope to keep on

keeping on!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

You are likely accustomed to constant change and disappointment.

Cars break, politicians disappoint, relationships flounder. But in

the world of flux and tumult, God's righteousness is steadfast,

immovable, unchangeable... like a mountain. The great preacher,

Charles Spurgeon, noted that the Lord's "strong love stands like a

granite rock, unmoved, by hurricanes of our iniquity. He loves as

much now as he did then, and when the sun shall cease to to shine,

he will still love on." (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Your righteousness is like the mountains of God; your judgments are

like the deep. Psalm 36:6

Things break down, dreams shatter, people betray people, but through

each and every circumstance in life, one thing remains unchanged... God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Use your technology wisely, stay connected not distracted.

Live your life, share your love, nourish your soul, and make

the world a better place online and off. (Joseph J. Mozzella)

SCRIPTURE:

I teach you today, giving you true and reliable words, so that

you can give sound answers. Proverbs 22: 19-20-21 (paraphrased)

With the technology we have today, with the touch of a button, we

can contact people around the world, but fail to stay connected with

those of our own household!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

When day is done and you lie down to sleep, do you

rest serenely? Do the experiences of the day pass

through your mind, or the unknowns of tomorrow

cause you distress? The absence of strife (peace) is

found only through the presence of God. Your difficult

circumstances, dangers you encounter, or illnesses may

not go away. But you can have confidence in God, put your

trust in Him. Let your inner turmoil be quieted, then close

your eyes and enjoy the sweet sleep only God can give.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O God, make

me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8

And... try counting your blessings instead of sheep!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Anyone who says something is foolproof hasn't met

a determined fool. (From Heart to Heart)

SCRIPTURE:

Of what use is money in the hands of a fool, since he has

no desire for wisdom. Proverbs 17:16

Doesn't the above thought and scripture describe the money

fix this nation is in and those who lead us?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Chances are you have stood on the banks of an angry river

after a heavy rainstorm, and have been struck by the sheer

power of its turbulent waters. You watched the boiling current

rage against a large boulder lodged firmly in the river's path,

amazed that the rock is able to resist the powerful flood when

hugh trees are uprooted and swept away.

Our God is like that rock, as the days become more evil and the

unsettling events may well come against us like the raging river.

But when they do, we need to remember to swim for the Rock of

Salvation, for He alone is able to deliver us.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

My Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, My God,

my rock, in whom I take refuge. Psalm 18:2

The next time you're overwhelmed, swim for it... the ROCK that is!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 14

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We can believe what we choose. We are answerable

to what we choose to believe. (Cardinal Newman)

SCRIPTURE:

In the name of Jesus, every knee should bow in

heaven and earth and under the earth and every

tongue confess Jesus is Lord. Philippians 2:10-11

God gives us a free choice, but also holds us accountable

for what we choose!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

How important it is to be true to ourselves, for what we are

feeling inside has a way of showing on our faces.

(Edna Pendergrass)

SCRIPTURE:

But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts,

do not boast about it or deny the truth. James 3:14

Have you ever noticed that a really bitter person wears his or her

bitterness in their expression?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Picture your life as a field. As you wisely examine what you

see, is your heart full prepared, as you seek the Lord each day?

Or are there still some stones of pride, weeds of poor attitudes

or rubble from an unforgiving spirit? To reap the promised harvest

of God's unfailing love, it might be necessary to first clear the field.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Sow for yourselves righteousness, reap the fruit of unfailing love

and break your unplowed ground, for it is time to seek the Lord.

Hosea 10:12

Isn't it always easier to see the stones, weeds and rubble in our

neighbor's field? But that's not what we're called to do. I need to

keep my own field clean!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Please fly your flag today and thank a Veteran or

a man or woman in the Military for the freedom we enjoy!

Today I will digress from my usual format to pay tribute to

all our veterans:

FORGOTTEN HEROES

They return from every war

Thanking God to be alive.

They meld in to society,

Feeling blessed to have survived.

Some, with daily nightmares

And memories hard to bear,

Some, with physical reminders,

Of limbs no longer there.

Some, have great hopes for the future,

Discover jobs hard to find

And feel that this country

Is neither loyal or kind.

Some of them return,

To be confined to a bed or a chair

And never have a visitor

To offer thanks or a word of cheer.

They are the forgotten heroes,

Who answered this nation's call,

Our brave, American Veterans...

Who were willing to give their all.

Freda Fullerton

Pray for our military!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Like A Pencil:

We need to be constantly sharpened.

Like A Pencil:

Always remember that the most important part of who

you are is what's inside you.

Like A pencil:

To be the best, we must always be guided by the HAND that

holds us! (From Carolyn Hicks)

SCRIPTURE:

My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me. Psalm 63:8

Let God's hand uphold you today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God's steadfast love is as boundless as the universe, His

mercy endless, and the riches of His grace limitless. The

Lord's forgiveness is immeasurable, His loving-kindness

unsearchable, and His faithfulness knows no end. The depth

of His wisdom is bottomless, His knowledge incalculable, and

His all-encompassing presence absolute. Get the picture? Your

God is infinite in innumerable ways, truly from everlasting to

everlasting. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

For your steadfast love is great above the heavens; your faithfulness

reaches the clouds. Psalm 108:4

There's nothing left for me to say, except, "My God is an Awesome God!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A message from a father to his daughter:

I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright,

no matter how gray the day may be.

I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun even more.

I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive

and everlasting.

I wish you enough pain so that the smallest of joys in your

life may appear bigger.

I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.

I wish you enough loss to appreciate all you possess.

I wish you enough hellos to get through the final good-bye.

(From Judy Seda-Ruiz)

SCRIPTURE:

My son, keep my words and store up my commands within

you. Proverbs 7:1

This father was saying his final good-by to his daughter. What

message would you and I have for our children-grandchildren,

if we knew our next good-bye would be the final goodbye?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 7

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A new Christian shared her testimony at a Bible study.

"I went to retreats, read Christian books, listened to

Christian tapes, but I didn't find the help I needed. Then

one day while praying, I realized I wouldn't find the answers

in retreats, books and tapes, as good as they were. My answer

is Jesus Christ."

What are you facing today? Don't take refuge in things of men,

as good as they might seem. Your sanctuary is the Lord... and

Him alone. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man

Psalm 118:8

There is an old song that says, "Where can I go but to the Lord?"

How true are those words!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Today is the last of the series ("The Courage To Fail" ) I hope it

has been beneficial to you.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Courage To Fail:

Someone has said: "To avoid criticism, say nothing, do nothing and

be nothing." But that is advice, we cannot afford to take in the Lord's

service. (Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:

Therefore my dear brothers, stand firm, let nothing move you.

Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord.

1 Corinthians 15:58

And be courageous enough and be humble enough, to be

willing to fail for God!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Courage To Fail:

Mistakes are not as deadly as stagnation. There is no

mistake so great as doing nothing. (Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:

(A parable of Jesus)

The servant said, "I have kept you mina laid away in a piece of

cloth. I was afraid of you, because you are a hard man." The man

answered, "Why didn't you put my money on deposit, so I could

collect the interest? Take his mina away and give it to the man

who has ten!" Luke 19:20 and 23-24

Jesus was harder on those who did nothing, than on the bumbling

mistakes of those who tried!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Courage To Fail:

Mistakes are not necessary fatal. In fact, they may

become stepping stones to success. (Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:

Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way

will save a him from death and cover a multitude

of sins. James 4:20

If mistakes were fatal, there would not be Hebrews

chapter-11 "the faith chapter." Abraham lied so did

Isaac. Moses disobeyed God. God found Gideon,

fearfully hiding. Samson was a womanizer. Barak

was a coward. David was an adulterer, yet they all

overcame their mistakes to be called faithful!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Courage To Fail:

Mistakes are inevitable. That is as true of churches as it is of

ballplayers. (Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:

Barnabas wanted to take Mark with them, but Paul did not think

it wise to take him, because he had deserted then in Pamphyllia.

They had such a sharp disagreement they they parted company.

Barnabas took Mark and Paul choose Silas. Acts 15:38-39

The Bible is filled with the mistakes of God's doers, who picked

themselves up and brushed themselves off and continued to serve.

As in the case of Mark, later Paul wrote to Timothy. "Bring Mark

with you, for he is helpful to my ministry". 2 Timothy 4:11

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Courage To Fail:

The doers make mistakes, and I want doers on my team. Players

make things happen.(John Wooden-From Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:

Jesus speaking, said, "Not everyone that says to me Lord, Lord. will

enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my

Father who is in heaven." Matthew 7:21

We need the courage to step out of our comfort zone!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 1

Greetings God bless you this day!

Today as we begin a new month. I want to present a

a series of thoughts, by Bobby Dockery.

"The Courage to Fail."

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

From Coach Wooden:

The team that makes the most mistakes will probably win.

SCRIPTURE:

Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead,

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has

called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:14

We won't win every battle in life... The important thing is to win

the war!

October 31

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

My task on earth is not to excel above others, but to

be better than myself. (Edna Pendergrass)

SCRIPTURE:

Honor one another above yourselves. Romans 12:10

If I'm busy trying to improve myself, I'll not have time to try

and improve others!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Even though we may have walked with Jesus for most

of our lives, we may not know him as thoroughly as

we expected. We study our Bible; we go to church, we

have good examples from our senior saints. Still we

are slow to grasp the loving power, the Presence, the

guidance in our lives. We do not always see him in the

hungry child, the hurting teen or the lonely widow, in

the handicapped or the blind. (Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:

Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger

on needing clothes or sick and in prison? He replied,

"Whatever you did not do for the least of these, you

did not do for me." Matthew 25:44-45

We need to see him also in the faces of the stressed-out

checker at the super-market or the rude drive in the car

next to us (my personal failure) or the harassed mom

that allows a child to scream while you're eating a meal

in a restaurant. Everyone we meet has a burden or a trial

they're facing. We need to see then as Jesus sees them!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I would like to recommend a TV program that is on tonight.

It's called SCHOOL PRIDE ("Rising From the Flood.") It

is the an elementary school in Kingston Springs, TN. The

school was devastated by the flood that hit the Nashville area.

Our daughter, Janet Walker, is the director of the Kingston Springs

library and she volunteers at this school each Friday. It will be

on NBC (Channel 4 in our area at 8PM)

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God offers His message of overwhelming love in the Gift of His Son

that provides life to the faithful through the blood of Jesus.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still

sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

The good news: We don't have to get GOOD to come to Christ. He accepts

who we are, where we are!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Enjoy your own life without comparing it with another.

(Marquise de Condorcet)

SCRIPTURE:

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every

situation. Philippians 4:12

We'll never be happy if we continue to compare who we are and

what we have with others!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We must not only give what we have; we must give what

we are. (Cardinal Mercia)

SCRIPTURE:

Not every one that says to me, "Lord, Lord,"will enter the

kingdom of heaven, but only he that does the will of my

Father who is in heaven. Matthew 7:21

To make our gift acceptable to God, we must put our heart

in it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Every morning is a gift!

(Author Unknown)

SCRIPTURE:

His compassions never fail. They are new every morning.

Lamentations 3:22-23

We may awake each morning with pain or feeling lonely,

but if we can see the day as a blessing and not a curse

and be thankful to God... the day will be a success.

Thanking God may not change our situation, but it

WILL change our attitude!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Love's power to cast out fear yields the unshakable hope

that faith brings. When I'm really convinced that God's

promises are true, I will not shrink back, no matter the

duty that love demands. (Michael C. Armor)

SCRIPTURE:

Perfect love drives out fear. 1 John 4:18

I've not grown to that perfect love yet... but God is patient

with me and his grace is there when I'm fearful. Praises!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 24

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

No two people will agree on everything, but finding common

ground, much can be accomplished. Christians too often fail to

"live together in unity." In matters of faith, some truths cannot

be compromised. But believers have often broken fellowship

over trivial matters of no eternal consequence. Jesus condemned

those who "majored in minors." (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

How good and pleasant when brothers live together in unity.

Psalm 133:1

Fussing with each other over trivial matters, keeps us from doing

the important thing... telling others about Jesus! Satan must rub

his hands together in glee, when we "major in minors."

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Don't look back unless you plan to go that way.

(Marc Holm)

SCRIPTURE:

Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly

before you. Proverbs 4:25

In memory... you can visit the past, but don't settle down to

live there!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 22

Greetings: God bless you this day:

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Have you ever complained that your doctor isn't listening?

It's not just you. In 1984 two prominent researchers discovered

that, on the average, doctors listen for about 18 seconds before

interrupting. This is a serious problem. Since many patients don't

mention the real reason for their visit until after they've brought

up two or three other items. The study concluded that the doctors

could dramatically improve their accuracy of a diagnoses simply

by listening.

Whatever your job position or level of spiritual maturity, you will

quickly get into trouble if you neglect listening. In order to be tuned

in to God's will for your life, you must be tuned in to the many ways

in which He speaks to you . (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

I will instruct you and and teach you in the way you should go; I will

counsel you and watch over you. Psalm 32:8

We need, sometimes, just to be still and listen to God and to those

around us!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY!

We enjoy warmth because we have experienced cold.

We appreciate light because we have been in darkness.

By the same token, we can experience joy because we

have known sorrow. (David L. Weatherford)

SCRIPTURE:

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every

situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in

plenty or want. Philippians 4:12

The above thought is called experiencing life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will

escape a hundred days of sorrow.(Chinese Proverb)

SCRIPTURE:

A fool gives vent to has anger, but a wise man keeps

himself under control. Proverbs 29:11

a moment of uncontrolled anger can give us a lifetime

of sorrow.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Our strength grows out of our weakness.

(Ralph Waldo Emerson)

SCRIPTURE:

The Lord said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you,

for my power is made perfect in weakness."

2 Corinthians 12:9

In weakness, we know we can't do it ourselves, but the

danger in strength... we sometimes think we're doing it

on our own!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Can you think of a greater gift than to be like Jesus?

He had no guilt, God wants to banish yours. He had

no bad habits, God wants to remove yours. Jesus had

no fear of death, God wants you to be fearless. He wants

you to be like Jesus. (Max Lucado- From Elva Smithson)

SCRIPTURE:

(Paul speaking said, ) "Follow my example, as I follow the

example of Christ." 1 Corinthians 11:1

If we had the faith to follow the example of Jesus, we could

move mountains of fear and doubt!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 17

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The thing to remember is the future comes one day

at a time. (Reminisce Magazine)

SCRIPTURE:

Give us each a day our daily bread. Luke 11:3

Remember: Today is a gift from God. He only gives us

one day at a time, use it wisely!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It seems a paradox. If God truly does whatever pleases Him

in the heavens and the earth, why in the "Lord's Prayer"did

Jesus teach His disciples to pray for God's will to be done

on earth as it is in heaven? Because the Father's ultimate

will is already done in heaven and in earth. Like the adage

says, if you turn to the back of the Book, you will find that

God wins. But because of human free will, the Lord's specific

purposes are not always realized in the here and now. There-

fore your ability to do His will today, is accomplished through

prayer, reading His word and obedience. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

The Lord does whatever pleases him, in the heavens and on the

earth, in the seas and all their depths. Psalms 135:6

And it pleases Him to save you and give you an abundant life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young,

compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving and

tolerant with the weak and strong. Because someday in life you will

have been all of these. (George Washington Carver)

SCRIPTURE:

Be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.

1 Peter 3:8

At 78, I've certainly been all the above, in today's thought!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

How can God not love the creation of His own hand?

He personally found to His liking, every individual that

has ever lived and those not yet born. Your unique DNA

authenticates you as one of a kind. How unfathomable is

that? (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

He is patient with you, not wanting any to parish, but

everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9

God is not sitting around, waiting for us to flub up, so he

cam zap us. He is grieved when any of his creation sins, or

hurts, or is lost to him!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

For those of you that have been praying for Amber, She came through the

surgery with flying colors and the baby is fine. I have lost my off line

internet and can't get on facebook! Thank you for your prayers.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

For mending someone's broken heart, the best glue is

compassion. ( Reminisce Magazine)

SCRIPTURE:

Clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility,

gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12

Use some of the super glue today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The acid test of neighborliness is not kind words, but

loving involvement. (Michael C. Armour)

SCRIPTURE:

Love does not harm its neighbor. Romans 13:10

How I treat my neighbor says a lot about who I am as a

Christian!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

You can believe the Lord is in everything, because He

is Sovereign God. And since you can believe in Him,

you can put your trust in Him. He will not let you

down. His is the final word! (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

I, the Lord, speak the truth; I declare what is right.

Isaiah 45:19

And he's even patient with our doubts!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I'll take your part when darkness falls and pain is all around

Like a bridge over troubled water, I'll lay me down.

(Paul Simon)

SCRIPTURE:

I lay down my life for my sheep. John 10:15

The cross is our bridge over troubled water and the one that hung there,

is our Redeemer and comfort!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God is able to heal your body, but your body was created

to be the temple of something more precious than physical

life. Your body will die someday, but your spirit, the true

you, that is where real life is to be found.

(Touched by an Angel)

SCRIPTURE:

Do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy

Spirit? 1 Corinthians 6:19

Remember: The spirit is eternal, but the body is only temporary.

And we get a new body... one that doesn't have to count calories!!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but

by the seeds you plant. (Country Magazine)

SCRIPTURE:

I (Paul) Planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but

God made it grow. 1 Corinthians 3:6

It takes faith to patiently sow the seed and wait. We

want to force growth, which is not our job in the first

place!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

My ability to forgive is a good barometer of my love.

(Michael C. Armor)

SCRIPTURE:

Love keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Corinthians 13:5

Wow! The above scripture sure convicts me. I'm better

at wrong keeping than I am at balancing my checkbook!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The Christian life is not a sprint... it is a marathon.

Training for one is far different for the rigors of

preparing for the other. The distance runner learns

to run despite the pain and stress focusing on the

completion. Like the runner as a follower of Christ,

you must dig deep to find inner strength placed there

by the Holy Spirit. (Vantage Point Meditation)

SCRIPTURE:

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen

you with power through his Spirit in your inner being.

Ephesians 3:16

You don't have to be the fastest runner on the track, you

just have to stay on the track. We all grow at different

spurts, so don't be discouraged if your growth is slow.

What matters.. keep growing!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Understanding myself becomes the baseline from

which I understand others, (Michael C. Armor)

SCRIPTURE:

Love your neighbor as yourself. Matthew 19:19

If I hate who I am, I'm likely to hate who you are

as well!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A live body is not one that never gets hurt, but that

can to some extent repair itself. In the same way a

Christian is not a man who never goes wrong, but

a man who is enabled to... pick himself up and begin

over again after each stumble.

(C. S. Lewis-Mere Christianity)

SCRIPTURE:

Not that I have already obtained all this or have already

been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for

which Christ took hold of me. Philippians 3:12

Christians are sinners, that by the grace of God, have been

forgiven and are still in God's workroom!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 3

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It's the little things in life that determines the big things.

(Pocket Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make you

ruler over many things. Matthew 25:21 (KJV)

If you're overwhelmed with the thought of saving the whole

world... start out with one. God saves individually!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Guard the truth of God by putting it into practice.

Demonstrate your faith. Lazarus did not give

lectures on resurrection. People had only to look

at him and they believed (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

On account of him (Lazarus) many of the Jews were

going over to Jesus and putting their faith in him.

John 12:11

The question: Is my life a sermon of faith that brings

others to Christ?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Welcome to a new month. Hasn't this year flown by?

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Life is too short to wake up with regrets. Believe

everything happens for a reason. If you get a second

chance grab it with both hands. If it changes your life,

let it. Nobody said life would be easy, they just said

it would be worth it! (From Evelyn Curry)

SCRIPTURE:

The Lord is the stronghold of my life-of whom shall

I be afraid? Psalm 27:1

A good thought to begin a new month! If we make God

our stronghold-each day-life will certainly be worth the

journey!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: You can do something in an instant that

will give you heartache for life. (From Joyce Bouse.)

SCRIPTURE:

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.

Philippians 2:3

There is a saying: "It takes a lifetime to build a character

and only an instant to destroy it." The sad thing is, when

we Christians destroy our character, we destroy part of

God's character as well!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Through the sands of time a spectacular thing occurred. God

became man. While the creatures of earth walked unaware,

Divinity arrived! (Max Lucado-From Elva Smithson)

SCRIPTURE:

God's grace that can save everyone has come. Titus 2:11 (NCV)

And some are still unaware of Him today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Have you exchanged your faith for evidence?

Have you stopped believing in what you know

and started believing in what you see?

(Touched by an Angel)

SCRIPTURE:

Now faith is being sure of what you hope for and

certain of what you do not see. Hebrews 11:1

"Seeing is believing," will now wash with God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Have you ever silently wondered whether a specific person or a

group of people would ever be God-followers? God offers His

grace to all. It doesn't matter what their current beliefs or

behavior are, He invites them to join His family. The invitation

is open to you, your loved ones... even your enemies. His grace

gives you freedom to drop any judgmental tendencies and pray

that all individuals everywhere will understand the love of Jesus.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

God is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone

to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9

Everyone, includes what I might consider scum-and who am I to

call any of God's creation scum!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 26

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We are God's song. When our praise is out of

sync, our song is out of tune. (Randy Elliott)

SCRIPTURE:

He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of

praise to our God. Psalm 40:3

What song are you singing today?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

When I was a boy I had a dog named Champ. When

we gave Champ a bone, he would chew on it until all

the meat was off and bury it. But once it was buried,

he would not leave it lie. He would dig it up again,

chew on it awhile and bury it again. He would repeat

this process several times a day. When God buries

our sins, He doesn't dig them up again!

(Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:

Their sins... I will remember no more. Hebrews 10:17

Let us not be like Champ, digging up our sins and the sins

of others!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Do you have anointed lips? Are your words those

of healing or out-of-control bombast that brings

destruction? (Vantage Point Meditation)

SCRIPTURE:

Your lips have been anointed with grace since God

has blessed you forever. Psalm 45:2

I need to be reminded ever so often, that words

spoken cannot be retrieved!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God's best gifts are not in things, but opportunities.

(From Berkley Hackett)

SCRIPTURE:

Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to

all people, especially those who belong to the family

of believers. Galatians 6:9

When God offers me the gift of opportunity... if I do

not accept it, God will find someone who will and it

will be my loss!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Mud thrown is ground lost.

(Robert C. Savage)

SCRIPTURE:

Do not accuse a man for no reason-when he

has done you no harm. Proverbs 3:30

Jesus would say... do not plot against a man, even

if he has done you harm, that is a hard rule to

follow. When someone wrongs us we want instant

justice!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Where there is love there are always miracles.

(Willa Cather)

SCRIPTURE:

And these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the

greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

Love is a miracle!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

No one prays for trials, problems or crosses to bear. Life

just has a way of serving them up whether we ask for them

or not. And despite the heartache, God promises to make

your loss something valuable. No trial is considered a waste

in the eyes of the Lord. In fact, it is the primary element in this

world to make His presence known. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of

many kinds. James 1:2

We don't grow as much on the mountain top as we do in the valley!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 19

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A love relationship with God is more important than

any single factor in your life. (Henry Blackaby)

SCRIPTURE:

Here, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and

with all your soul and with all your strength.

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

I'm so thankful for the love and Grace of God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The next time you're disappointed, don't panic. Don't

give up. Just be patient and let God remind you that

he's still in control. (Max Lucado-From Elva Smithson)

SCRIPTURE:

Let us hold firmly to the hope that we confess, because we

can trust God to do what he promised. Hebrews 10:23

I don't know about you, but for me, it is sometimes hard to

let God be in control. I know... rather absurd, since I'm never

in control in the first place!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Considering the human condition, the call of God is an

absolute miracle explained only by grace. You were set

apart from birth, chosen before the foundations of the

world and made a holy vessel for the very mind of Christ.

The father was pleased to introduce you to His Son. Wow!

(Vantage Point Meditation)

SCRIPTURE:

God, who set me apart from birth and called me by his grace,

was pleased to reveal his Son in me. Galatians 1:15-16

God has chosen you... have you chosen him?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

One makes a living by what he gets; he makes a life

by what he gives. (Robert C. Savage)

SCRIPTURE:

God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7

You can't out-give God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We want the facts to fit the preconceptions. When

they don't it is easier to ignore the facts than to change

the preconceptions. (Jessamym West)

SCRIPTURE:

Be assured of this: God has made this Jesus whom you

crucified, both Lord and Christ! Acts 2:36

Some facts make us uncomfortable... so it is easier to

ignore them than to analyze them!

Know I prayer for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to

sail my ship. (Louisa May Alcott)

SCRIPTURE:

Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and said, "Quiet!

Be still!" then the wind died down and it was completely

calm. Mark 4:39

The above thought reminds m of a recent e-mail. A minister

was on a flight that encountered a terrible storm. All the

travelers were very tense except one little girl, who continued

to calmly color. After the landing he ask her why she was so

calm? She answered, "My daddy's the pilot and he's taking

me home"!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I'm having surgery on my hand this morning,

so I thought I would send this out before, I

I might not feel so hot afterward!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Joy is not in things; it is in us.

(Robert Wagner)

SCRIPTURE:

The song of the redeemed: Gladness and joy will

overtake then and sorrows and sighing will flee

away. Isaiah 35:10

Nothing should bring us joy more than being redeemed!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 12

God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: No matter how bad your heart is broken the

world doesn't stop for your grief. (From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one

will fall to the ground apart from the will of God.

You are worth more than many sparrows.

Matthew 10:29 and 31

The world may not stop for your broken heart... but

God will!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Be sure to fly you flag today in memory of those who

lost their lives in the 9-11 attack!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: We don't have to change friends, if we understand

that friends change. (From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior

Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18

We all grow and change through our experiences in life. If

we do not allow our friends to grow as well, we'll lose that

friendship!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It takes a long time to become the person you want to be.

(From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Not that I have obtained all this (perfection) or have already

been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which

Jesus Christ took hold of me. Philippians 3:12

If Paul felt he had not arrive, I know I haven't!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: You should always leave loved ones with

loving words. It may be the last chance you have to

see them. (From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Love: It always protects, always trusts, always hopes,

always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13:7

Say, "I love you," to your loved ones, often, because your

chance to say it may be taken away from you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I spilled coffee on my key-board and it doesn't work,

so I took my old key board off my old computer and

praises it works!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe you can keep going longer than you think.

(From Joyce Bouse

SCRIPTURE:

Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the

Spirit. Galatians 5:25

Living by the Spirit, we can keep going on Higher Power!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: We are responsible for what we do, no

matter how we feel. (From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Brothers, each man, as responsible to God, should

remain in the situation God called him to.

1 Corinthians 7:24

We may not always like where God has placed us, but if

we try and make the best of it, God will see us through

it. So... bloom where you are!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

I hope you enjoy your holiday today.

Today I'm beginning another seven day

series... I believe: For Joyce Bouse. They

came with beautiful pictures, which I can't

reproduce!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

I believe: Our back ground and circumstances may

influence who we are. But, we are responsible for

who we become. (From Joyce Bouse)

SCRIPTURE:

Whatever was my profit I now consider loss for the

sake of Christ. Philippians 3:7

No one has learned that lesson the hard way more than

Paul. He had it made as a Pharisee, but God had other

plans for him! Might he have other plans for you and

me as well?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 5

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGH FOR TODAY:

Learn to obey before you command.

(Salon)

SCRIPTURE:

We must obey God rather than men!

Acts 5:29

One who has not learned obedience will never make

a good leaded!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Peace, like every other rare and precious thing,

doesn't come to you. You have to go and get it.

(Faith Forsyte)

SCRIPTURE:

Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

Psalm 34:14

Pursue, is active, not passive!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We should be strengthening the hand of the poor

rather than simply putting something into it.

(Wil Rose)

SCRIPTURE:

Do not forsake wisdom and she will protect you.

Proverbs 4:6

It has been said that if you give a man a fish, he has food

for a day. If you teach a man how to fish, he has food for

a lifetime!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Live by what you love, not what you fear.

(From Les Turner)

SCRIPTURE:

Perfect love drives out fear. 1 John 4:18

If I told you I have no fears, that would be a lie. I

have not grown to that perfect love, yet... but I'm

working on it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Would you live with ease, do what you ought,

and not what you please. (Benjamin Franklin)

SCRIPTURE:

For you yourselves know how you ought to follow

our example. 2 Thessalonians 3:7

As we grow in the Lord, what we ought to do and

what we please to do should become one!

Know I prayed for you this day!

August 31

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Have you ever carried out a long-term plan from start to

finish? Perhaps it was a college education, building a house

or raising children. All impressive, yet human long-term

efforts are nothing compared to the Eternal Father's.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of

his heart through all generations. Psalm 33:11

You were in God's plan before you were born, but God has to

be in your plan for his plan to work!

Know I prayed for you today. blessings-Freda

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Heaven and earth. Visible and invisible. Thrones, rulers,

and authorities, no thing or person omitted. The scale

on a sea urchin, the hair on the hide of an elephant an

infants first heartbeat and the elderly person's last breath

all created by the hand of our Creator.

(Max Lacado-From Elva Smithson)

SCRIPTURE:

By him all things were created, both in heaven and on earth, visible

and invisible, whether thrones or rulers or authorities.

Colossians 1:16

All creation recognizes the hand of the Creator, except perhaps... this

great country, that the Creator has blessed so very much!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 29

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Less is more. (Robert Browning)

SCRIPTURE:

I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it

is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being

content Philippians 4:12

Those who are obsessed with having more, will tell

you more is just a little bit more than what they have!

That's not contentment.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Don't be discouraged. It's often the last key in the bunch

that opens the lock. (From Heartwarmers)

SCRIPTURE:

Don't be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God,

is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.

1 Chronicles 28:20

The above words were spoken by king David, to his son, Solomon,

but they apply to us as well. When everything seems to go wrong,

one thing is right... God is still in control!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Corporations across the globe rely on their brand name

reputation to build confidence and trust. Confidence is

broken when corporations are found to be false. That's

why there is reason to rejoice in God's holy name. His

name does not change or break down or harm anyone.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Those who know your name will trust in you, for you Lord

have never forsaken those who seek you.

Psalm 9:10

And as the GOOD BOOK says... He is the same yesterday, today

and forever."

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The devil doesn't care how much you do, as long

as you don't do it today. (Reminisce Magazine)

SCRIPTURE:

Broad is the road that leads to destruction.

Matthew 7:13

The road of least resistance is a very dangerous road

to travel!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

One of the most powerful things one can share with

another person is encouragement. Encouragement can

stop suicide, a divorce and countless other tragedies. A

word of encouragement can heal someone who is broken

and wounded, It can give someone the courage to keep

trying. (Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:

Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up,

just as in fact, you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Be part of the cheering section... no part of the booing section!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

When anxious thoughts come your way, send them

on to God. (Pocket Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you.

Psalm 55:22

I do send them on to God, but sometimes they're like

a boomerang and come back to me! Do you ever have

that problem?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

To give without any reward, or any notice, has a special

quality of its own. (Anne Marrow Lindbergh)

SCRIPTURE::

A gift is a precious gem in the eyes of him that hath it;

wheresoever it turns it prospers. Proverbs 17:8

Do some secret a act of kindness today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 22

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Learn to be a thick skinned friend.

(Pocket Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is his

glory to over-look an offense Proverbs 19:11

Friends are too few to pick a quarrel over small matters!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

For some reason, my thought did not go out yesterday,

so I'll try again today!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Whether facing a time of despair or joy, God will reward you with

His incomparable Presence, as you deepen your relationship with

Him through prayer. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

I called on the name of the Lord: when I was in great need, he saved

me. Psalm 116:4 and 6

Remember: God is just a prayer away!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Fire tries gold, misfortune men.

(Author Unknown)

SCRIPTURE:

In this world you will have trouble, but take heart

I have overcome the world. John 19:33

If you notice: The above scripture does not say if you have

trouble, but that you will... so keep in mind that He has

overcome and will help you overcome as well!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Jesus washed the feet of men that would betray him,

honored women whom society scorned. He built bridges

by healing hurts. (Max Lacado-From Elva Smithson)

SCRIPTURE:

By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an

expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each

should be careful how he builds. 1 Corinthians 3:10

Each of us must ask ourselves this question? Am I an expert

builder or part of the wrecking crew?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

There is a saying among lawyers that the person who

would represent himself in court has a fool for a client.

1 John 2:1 says that you also have an Advocate, and He

is none other than Jesus Christ. The very best defense

attorney in the universe is pleading your case before

the Father. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Even now my witness is in heaven; my advocate is on high.

Job 16:19

I'm so thankful I don't have to plead my case alone!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda