Thursday, February 28, 2013

February 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What would it be like without springs warmth, after a long cold
winter, rest after an exhausting and difficult day, achievement
after intense struggle. Promises of the reward to come, mark our
lives. (Moments of Peace in the Presence of God)

SCRIPTURE:
Your promise revives me, it comforts me in my trouble.
Psalm 119:50 (NLT

Life is a balance of pain and pleasure, sunshine and rain, disappointments
and joy. We would not appreciate the one without the other!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

February 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
He knows our wants before they are formed on our tongue. He is
faithful in all things. So why are we so discontented? Why do
we complain to each other? Why don't we pray more and trust Him
more? (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
You open your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.
Psalm 145:16

And He will give you, perhaps not what you desire, but what you need!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

February 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
At those times when God is silent, you must place your hope in two
mighty truths; the truth of God's sovereignty and the truth of His
faithfulness. It is in these times that your faith is tested, strengthened
and established. (Moments of Peace in the Presence of God)

SCRIPTURE:
Praise God, who did not ignore my prayer or hold back his love
from me. Psalm 66:20 (NCV)

I've heard God's silence explained this way... a teacher is silent, when
giving a test!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Monday, February 25, 2013

February 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The reality is that the words that flow from a fountain... the heart... which
can be either corrupt or tender to the Lord. The talent for speaking is best
when associated with the talent for silence. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
When words are many, sin is not absent , but he who holds his tongue
 is wise. Proverbs 10:19

The talent for both talking and listening, often evades us!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda


Sunday, February 24, 2013

February 24

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
As you look at your life today, do you reflect the countenance of the
Lord who loves you and knows you by name? Do you live in fear or
peace? Do you have peace, even in the midst of trying circumstances?
Ask the Lord's blessings on your life today. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.
Numbers 6:27

The peace is there, we just need to accept it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Saturday, February 23, 2013

February 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The Scriptures are filled with proof that God ends calamities in response
to prayers of His people. If you are under a dark cloud today rest assured
that the weather is no obstacle to God. The forecast for your life-can change
instantly, when you pray. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
I am with you always to the end of the age. Matthew 28:20

Always... does not mean sometimes and when you do not feel his presence,
He is still there!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Friday, February 22, 2013

February 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We will have troubles in this world, despite our efforts to avoid them. We
will have sickness, needs and distresses, but we can take comfort in those
times. Why? Because Jesus will show us His strength and power in
glorious ways. Today instead of complaining about circumstances allow
the Lord to give you strength through them. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
For when I am weak I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:10

Allow God's strength to work through you and remember to believe:
"This too shall pass"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Thursday, February 21, 2013

February 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Always expect the best, but be prepared for the worst. It's not
the circumstances in life that are important, it's how we respond
to them. As long as you have a choice, you can be bold and
confident. You can make it work. you can win!  Press on.
(Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:
I press on toward the goal. Philippians 3:14

When we have a tendency to expect the worst and hope for the best
we face the worst twice!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

February 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
You do not teach religion, but a relationship with Jesus. Jesus died for us
 so that we could have a relationship with Him. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
For as by one man's disobedience we were made sinners, so by one Man's
obedience  many will be made righteous. Romans 7:19

Remember: you have  a relationship with Jesus and He loves you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

February 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY
In Him (Jesus) all fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through
Him to reconcile to Himself all things ... making peace by the blood
of the cross. Believe in Christ as your Savior. Then you can walk in
newness of life. (Romans 6:4,)  not sinless, but no longer under the
domination and tyranny of sin. (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
For one who has died has been set free from sin. Romans 6:7

We are continually cleansed by the blood of Christ!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Monday, February 18, 2013

February 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Being a Christian doesn't deliver us from the trials and troubles of
life, because we live in a broken world where it rains on the just
and the unjust. However, our faith in Christ gives us an anchor in
the storm and a hiding place in the shadow of his wings.
(David Langerfeld-Christian Voices)

SCRIPTURE:
Hide me in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 17:8

When the storms come... and they will come, be sure to find shelter
beneath His wings, like a baby chick, it is a very safe place during
a storm!

Know I prayed for you today. Freda

Sunday, February 17, 2013

February 17

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Because we as a culture have expected so little of man, he has
turned out to be "little" indeed. (Michael Armor)

SCRIPTURE:
If the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the
trumpet to warn the people and the sword comes and takes a
life, I will hold the watchman accountable. Ezekiel 33:6

Perhaps we've not held others accountable enough for their
actions. People have a tendency to live up or down to the
expectations of others.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Saturday, February 16, 2013

February 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Two thousands years go the disciples of Jesus started a movement
that changed the world. Are we still changing the world? Here's an
example. There are over 145 million orphans worldwide. There's
enough food on the planet to feed all the hungry, but the storehouse
is locked. God has given our generation everything we need to alter
the course of the orphans, hungry and suffering. Change starts with
us. (Max Lucado)

SCRIPTURE:
The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord if harvest
to send forth workers. Matthew 9:37

We can't do everything, but we can do something... let's get started?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Friday, February 15, 2013

February 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Are you hurting today? Maybe you feel as though no one really understands
or cares. Jesus says, "come boldly to the throne of grace," there you will find
help in your time of need. He understands you. He will help you.
(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Let us come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find
grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16

He understands, because He's been there and that is why He has given us
brothers and sister in Christ. Sometimes it helps just to talk to someone,
Sometimes it helps just to get a hug from someone!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Thursday, February 14, 2013

February 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Happy Valentine's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Time flies, sunrise,
And shadows fall.
Let time go by.
Love is forever over all.
(An Ancient Sundial)

SCRIPTURE:
Love never fails. Now these three things remain
Faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these
is love. 1 Corinthians 13: 8 & 13

Love is the greatest force in the universe. Wars have been fought for
love, fortunes have been payed for love and great sacrifices have been
made for love, but none so great as God's sacrifice of His Son!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

February 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What kind of message are you sending? One who struggles with the
"do's" and "don'ts" to earn your way to heaven or one who praises
God for what Jesus did on the cross and now lives a worshipful,
obedient life in loving response? (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
For the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.
2 Corinthians 3:6

In the earthly body, we will always struggle, but the best sermon
we can preach is to show the joy of living a Christian life. If we
are not joyful, why would anyone want to join us on this journey?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

February 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Believe in faith that God will  fulfill His promise in your life,
maybe not in your timing or by your method, but by His.
(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord listened to a man. Joshua 10:14

He will listen when you call as well.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Monday, February 11, 2013

February 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Where is you faith today? Faith is meant to be active. If we
do not keep exercising our faith, we get weak and can be tossed
about when the enemy strikes. Ask the Lord to increase your
faith... step out and go for it. Sometimes when fear is the greatest,
you need to ask yourself... "who is trying to stop me and why?"
The enemy does not want you to succeed. Faith brings success.
(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Abraham believed and God credited it to him as  righteousness.
Genesis 15:6

It does not say that Abraham was perfect or that he did not make mistakes.
He had faith in God, in-spite of his insecurities and this pleased God. He
will be pleased with you as well, when you step out in faith, in-spite of
your insecure feelings!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda
 

Sunday, February 10, 2013

February 10

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
As Christians we need to understand the power of being unified,
unfortunately, we too often stand alone. Pray that God will help
us understand each other better through His word.
(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Make every effort to keep the unity of Spirit through the bond of peace,
Ephesians 4:3

Pray for unity among believers. If there ever was a time when unity is needed
it is NOW!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Saturday, February 9, 2013

February 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What is God's favor? Is it as simple as God's blessings on your life?
 What "favor" do you have a right to expect? Is it an easy path? Prosperity?
Or how about a closer walk with Him and a firm knowledge that He is in control
of your life, building up your faith? (Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
A good man obtains favor with the Lord, but a man of evil desires, he condemns.
Proverbs 12:2

It all depends on who thinks he or she is good? As I recall the story of the two men
who went upon the rooftop to pray, the first man said, "Thank you God that I'm not
like this other man." He than proceeded to list all his good points. The second man
simply said, "Forgive me, I'm a sinner." Jesus said, The second man was justified by
God.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Friday, February 8, 2013

February 9

Greetings: God bless you this day

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is faithful to you no matter what. He gives you His full
attention when you reach out for His love, assurance and
support. (Moments of Peace in the Presence of God)

SCRIPTURE:
My God, my strength, in whom I trust. Psalm 18:2

Reach out today and He will meet your needs!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda


Thursday, February 7, 2013

February 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Have you spent time with the Lord today? Is He part of your "work day?"
Maybe there is a project in your life that God wants to do something miraculous
through you. Pray today is the day you let God take over all your work. Get
together with Him and see what happens. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:24

We sing a song "Take The Name Of Jesus With You." Remember: Take Jesus
with you wherever you go today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

February 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
No one is immune to the emotions involving jealousy, envy or
covetousness. But even if we are tempted by them, we do not
have to be ruled or mastered by them. When we find ourselves
in a situation that stirs up these type of feelings, we must start
praying, confess our thoughts to God. Listen to the Lord and
let Him be the master. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
And if you do not do well, sin lies at your door. And its desire is
for you, but you should rule over it. Genesis 4:7

I read this quote once:
"I forgave and found the prisoner I set free was me!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

February 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Take your troubles to the Lord, but if you find yourself looking back,
then ask the Lord work it out. You will be amazed to see how God
works through our situations, even our mistakes. Do not bear the
burden alone. Take it to the Lord. (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble
in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and
my burden is light. Matthew 11: 29

We all suffer unnecessarily, when we fail to take our troubles to the Lord!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Monday, February 4, 2013

February 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In your work today, be sure that you are honest in every respect,
even in trivial matters and regardless of what others are doing.
(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
A false balance is an abomination to the Lord. Proverbs 11:1

A good reminder at tax time!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Sunday, February 3, 2013

February 3

Greetings God bless you this Lord's day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God loves you. He is all powerful and can absolutely rescue you.
He cares more about you than you care about yourself.
(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
They will call on my name and I will answer them
. Zechariah 13:9


Call on His Name today and He will answer!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Saturday, February 2, 2013

February 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
All around you, a cacophony of voices asks you to pay attention
to them. Family members, friends, preachers, politicians, entertainment
and media personalities,  each have their own message and all strive to
be acknowledged. As a believer, you have been gifted with the Holy
Spirit to be your counselor and the Word of God to guide you.
(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Does not wisdom call? Does not understanding raise her voice?
Proverbs 8:1

Sometimes it is hard to hear God's voice among all the others, that clamor
for attention; that's why it's important to spend time with Him!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

Friday, February 1, 2013

February 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!

Can you believe it's February already?
Time is not marching on, it's running on swift feet!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Do you want to move mountains in your life? All you need is faith,
sounds easy enough, but is it? For me, I've learned that being in God's
Word everyday, puts me in a place of hearing Him more clearly. Every
time I have stepped out in faith I have seen God do amazing things.
(Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
If you have faith as small a mustard and say to this mountain, move from here
to there and it will move. Matthew 17:20

You may think your faith is small, but what about a mustard seed? Step out of
your comfort zone today and do something for God that you may have not done
before. There are mountains to be moved out there!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda