November 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Are you hesitant to leave your comfort zone and enter

unfamiliar territory or circumstances? Do you avoid

interactions with individuals who live and think differently

than you? Christ left His heavenly comfort zone and endured

every discomfort imaginable, including death on a cross.

You may be the answer to someone's prayer today!

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in

triumphal procession and through us spreads the fragrance

of the knowledge of him everywhere. 2 Corinthians 2:14

The last line of today's thought: Are we an answer to prayer?

I hope so! We want to be God's hand and feet and if we are, we

will be the answer to someone's prayer!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you know Jesus, He is with you. He is always

on your side and He wants you to succeed at

everything you do. Stay on His team, work with

Him to change. There is no condemnation for

those who are in Christ, because He has given you

life in abundance. (Daly Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

He who hears my word and believes in him who sent

me has everlasting life. John 5:24

And if you're not experiencing that abundant life... don't

give up on God. Notice the Scripture says we will have

everlasting life, What's more abundant than that?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Frrda

November 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Are you in the midst of a trial or major decision in your life?

Are you searching for answers in various places? God brings

everlasting peace that continues to surpass our understanding.

Start out your day in God's word. The knowledge of His word

will give you peace and assurance. Try it and see what God

will do. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

And to know this love that surpasses all knowledge, that you may

be filled to the measure of all fullness in God. Ephesians 3:19

Another place the Scripture says the wisdom of this world is foolishness

with God, so to know, is not always to be wise. We need to not only study

His word, we need to live it as well!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 28

November 27

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God is good. Learn to seek Him in faith. It starts

with prayer and continues until you are praying

without ceasing. You will not be disappointed.

How could you ever be more satisfied than with

the very presence of God Himself?

(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Without faith it is impossible to please God.

Hebrews 11:6

And remember: Even though you do not feel his

presence, all the time... he is always with you.

Your whole life can be a prayer to God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Gratitude for what the Lord has given you and

fellow Christians can bring peace and harmony.

Loving others for who they are and for the gifts

they have been given, means you will seek their

welfare and growth. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

For you may be giving thanks well enough, but the

other person is not being built up. 1 Corinthians 14:17

Today's thought reminds me of something Mother Teresa

said, Someone ask her how she could minister to street people

with leprosy and she answered, "I see the face of Jesus in every

one I treat!" We should try to see the face of Jesus in those we

meet today. It will make a difference in how we treat them!

Know I Prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If you find yourself in trials today, ask God to help

you find joy, through His Holy Spirit, so that you

will come through the testing with increased faith,

patience and strength. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various

trials, knowing the testing of your faith produces patience.

James 1:2-3

And if you fail the test today, know that failure is not

fatal. Since God is a God of second chance, you can try

again tomorrow!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 24

Greetings God bless you this day!

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Someone said, "Maybe we can't give thanks for everything,

but we can give thanks in everything." And who should we

thank? The Lord God Almighty-who was in power yesterday

and who reigns today. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

We give thanks to you Lord God Almighty, who is and who was.

Revelation 11:17

I like today's thought. I sometime have felt guilty because I was not

thankful for everything. Perhaps I need to rethink and be thankful in

every circumstance. We can always find something positive in all

situations!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 23

Greetings God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

As I watched my dog tiptoe over a twig, I am reminded

of how silly some of my fears look to God. What about

your fears? Have you thought about the things or even

the people who bring fear to your life? Maybe it is time

to step back and really look at the cause of fear, The Lord

wants to set you free of your fear, beginning today. Ask the

Lord to help you. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

So we may boldly say: "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear,

what man can do to me. Hebrews 13:6

As I read today's thought it brought back a memory:

One time, my husband Jim, had me get on the roof with him.

When I started to climb down, I froze in fear, and said, "I can't do it!"

He replied, "You come down this minute, or I'll call the fire department."

I answered, "Oh, would you please!!" I finally braved it without the fire

department and it seems silly now, but it certainly didn't at the time!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

In John 2, Jesus and his disciples were invited

to a wedding. Why did he go? The answer is found

in the second verse. He was invited.

Big deal? I think so. I think it's significant that common

folk, in a little town, enjoyed his company. I think it's

noteworthy that the Almighty didn't act high and mighty.

The Holy One wasn't holier-than-thou. The One who knew

it all, wasn't a know-it-all. The One who made the stars didn't

keep his head in them. The One who owns all the stuff on earth,

never strutted it. (Max Lucado)

SCRIPTURE:

Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding.

John 2:2

The same One who enjoyed being with common folk... is the same

One who wants a relationship with you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

November 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Today, take the time and pray for situations that

you may encounter with others who have questions

about your faith. Pray for strength and courage to speak

up and stand up for Jesus. Pray that you can be His

witness. Pray your words and actions will line up with

His Spirit. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

But who do you say I am? Peter answered and said, "The

Christ of God." Luke 9:20

Sometimes we don't have to say anything to be a good

witness for Christ. We just need to treat people as we

want to be treated!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 20

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

Today's poem on my poetry blog:

http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

"A Sunday Kind Of Christian."

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We struggle with the material things of life.

We struggle with house, family and lands.

These things Jesus said we would receive

with persecution, but that we would receive

eternal life in the age to come. That's like

telling me that I would be in pain for five

minutes, but for the next 100 years I would

be in absolute bliss. We sometimes view the

first five minutes of pain as "everything" when

in spiritual truth, it is minor.

(Pat Earl-Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:

The man that's left all shall receive a hundredfold

now in this time, houses, brothers, sisters and mothers

and children and lands, with persecution; and in the

world to come eternal life. Mark 10:29

Words doesn't help much when we struggle with pain,

however, in comparison to eternity... this too shall pass!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The three grand essentials for happiness are:

Something to do.

Something to love.

Something to hope for.

(Thomas Chalmers)

SCRIPTURE:

But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before

God; and may they be happy and joyful.

Psalm 68:3

All three of those grand essentials can be found in

Christ Jesus!

November 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

If the only prayer you ever say was "Thank you,"

that would suffice (Meister Eckhark-Heartwarmers)

SCRIPTURE:

Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known

among the nations what he has done. 1 Chronicles 16:8

Amidst all the busy Thanksgiving and Christmas preparations,

stop and give thanks to God, that you have busy things to do

and live in a free country where you may do it. Keep Jesus in

in this Christmas and Thanksgiving season!

November 17

Greetings: God bless this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Do you have friends who sharpen you? Are you the kind of

friend that sharpens others? God has given us friends for

His purposes. We have the greatest Friend of all, as Jesus

calls us friends. He will sharpen us if we submit to Him.

Friendships based on prayer and love result in growth and

maturity. Pray for your friends today.

(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of

his friends. Proverbs 27:17

And my friends... pray for me!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Have you been trying to change habits, succeed in ministry

or mend a family relationship, by your own efforts? First

bring your projects and behavior and issues to God. Allow

Him to work in your heart and mind.

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

For this God is our God for ever and ever, he will be our

guide, even to the end. Psalm 48:14

Have you been struggling lately? Are you stressed and don't

know where to turn? Perhaps you need to step back and

and decide "who's guiding you?"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Are others blessed because of you? Even if you are

the only Christian in your family, God's hand is on

you and your home will be covered with your prayers.

Continue to pray for your family. Seek the Lord's blessings

over those who do not know him. Press on, do not grow weary.

The Lord's blessings is not only on our own lives, but the lives

of those around us. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Blessings crown the head of the righteous.

Proverbs 10:6

Keep praying... God will bless your family through you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God loves you. He will not fail you. He wants you to know

that He will walk with you all the way. But its up to you to

take the first step. (Touched by an Angel)

SCRIPTURE:

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

Revelation 3:20

Did you notice? He knocks. He doesn't beat the door

down and force His way in! If you've not heard His knock,

be sure to listen for it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 13

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Prayer is the soil where hope and healing grow best.

(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:

Blessed be... the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.

2 Corinthians 1:3

And as the song says, "Where Could I Go But To The Lord?"

If you do not know him... seek him today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Don't let the noise of the world keep you from hearing

the voice of the Lord. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:

I have stilled and quieted my soul. Psalm 131:2

We need to sometimes STOP all our business and

listen to the voice of God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Be sure to fly you flag this Veteran's Day

and don't forget to thank God for your freedom

and thank a veteran too!

For those of you who have served in our

Military...I thank you!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

We learn a lot from Joshua and the battle of Jericho.

We learn that God is sovereign and He has a plan for

all things. We learn to trust God and obey Him and

wait for His timing, despite what we think. We learn the

battle is His not ours! (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. 1 John 1:5

And it is the same today as in Joshua's time, the battle

belongs to God and HE IS STILL IN CONTROL!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 10

Greetings: God bless yo this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

It is easy to take liberty for granted, when you

have never had it taken from you.

(Heartwarmers)

SCRIPTURE:

You my brothers were called to be free. But do not

use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature.

Galatians 5:13

Tomorrow is Veterans Day. First thank God for your

freedom, then thank a veteran!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Who hasn't marveled at an ocean sunset, majestic mountain

peak or the glories of a waterfall? And considering earth's

fantastic balances to maintain life, who hasn't gasped at its

unlikelihood, or when studying earth's creatures, who hasn't

been astonished at how each animal is equipped to the tiniest

details to live in their environment? Creation is so astounding,

the Bible says by its existence alone, people have no excuse to

not believe in God. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

For although they knew God, they did not honor him as God or

give thanks to him. Romans 1:12

Just creation alone is enough reason to believe in the existence of God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

Who would you stand in awe of if you met them?

A sports figure? A movie Star? The President? If

an ordinary human can generate so much admiration,

think what it will be like when you come face to face

with Jesus. You may not run up to Him and ask for

His autograph, but as the song I can only imagine says,

"You might in awe of Him be still!"

(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

The living creatures give honor and glory to him who

is seated on the throne. Revelation 4:9

I don't think there is any way our feeble minds can imagine

the awesome presence of our Lord and Savior!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Let this sink in. You will see the face of God. You will

look into the eyes of the One who has always seen

you. You will behold the mouth that commands history.

And if there is anything more amazing than the moment

you see His face, it's the moment He touches yours.

(Max Lucado)

SCRIPTURE:

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes.

Revelation 21:4

And you and I will cry nevermore!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 6

Greetings God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

There are times when I wonder if God will answer

certain prayers of mine There are prayers that I

pray, knowing God has put them in my heart. But

still I wait and wonder, not about the what, but

about the when and how. Where is my faith?

(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and faithful in

prayer. Romans 12:12

What's so awesome about God, is that he gives us the

freedom to question the how and when?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Before, even as behind, God is-and all is well.

(Whittier)

SCRIPTURE:

I am confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord

in the land of the living. Psalm 27:13

We can see the goodness of God all around us... if we would

open our eyes!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Embrace change. Seek new ideas. Adopt new methods,

Maintaining the status quo will only keep you in a rut

and that's not where real life is lived. Step out of your

rut-and move up. Let the light of new ideas shine through

your life. (The Pocket Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

The intelligent man is always open to new ideas. In fact,

he looks for them. Proverbs 18:15 (TLB)

To stay young at heart, you must keep learning and not be

afraid to try something new!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

God uses the foolish things of the world to confound

the wise. God reveals His will and blessings to the

child-like. God empowers everyday people to fulfill

abundant promises without money, without power,

without titles. The prayers and the praises of the

saints have higher ratings and rewards than the most

powerful, self sufficient persons on earth.

(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Unless you change and become like little children, you

will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3

In another verse Jesus said, you must be wise as serpents

and as harmless as doves. To become child-like does not

mean to be foolish!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Exercise your faith today by forgiving in the name of

Jesus, those who have dealt unseemly with you. Find

grace to forgive everyone! (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:

Joseph, said to them, "Do not fear, for am I in the place

of God?" Genesis 50:19

Joseph had a very good reason to hold on to bitterness,

but he let go of it and forgave his brothers . It paid of...

big time. Is there anyone you need to forgive today?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Welcome to the first day of November!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

No matter what happens to you, God can ease the

pounding of your heart by quieting your mind.

(Moments of Peace in the Presence of God)

SCRIPTURE:

They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them

to their desired haven. Psalm 107:30

Part of my heart pounding experiences were scares of things

that never materialized!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda