December 31

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Happy New Year's Eve.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Psalm...
Songs, to the Lord we love.
Proverbs...
Wisdom from God above.
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Psalm 119:103

Psalm and Proverbs, two of my favorite Books of the Bible.
Each year I have made a New Years's resolution to read the
Bible though that year, bur last year I took a year off, so this
year I'm going to make that resolution again...won't you join
me?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The treasure inside Christians is the message of  Christ and
His love. This treasure is not to be hidden, but shared so that
God's love and grace can be seen. Share this treasure with
someone today. (Bill Crowder-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
We have this treasure in jars of clay to show the
all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.
2 Corinthians 4:7

We know in rising our children, that "Do as I say, not as I do, "
will not wash and that is also true in our Christian walk. Our
actions must match our words or they will be ineffective!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Life can present despairing moments. But we can find hope in Jesus
who is "the way the truth and the life." God longs to give us a rich
and satisfying life. (Pho Chia-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Because I live, you also will live.
John 14:19

The 14 chapter of John is one of my favorites. If you have not read it
lately, read it again. so much hope for a Christian, no matter what life
is dishing out!  The rich and satisfying life God wants to give us does
not mean money, fame or even heath, it means peace and hope in Christ!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

December 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
It happens when you least expect it
Through this world we can no longer roam.
It happens when you least expect it
God calls us home.
(The last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Moreover no man knows when his hour will come.
Ecclesiastes 9:12

I added this last verse to this poem, after I heard about
Carrie Fisher's passing from this life. Life is short at best
and so many times unexpected things happen to us.
And someone posted all the notable people we have lost
this year...and there are many that were not notable, but loved
just the same...life is precious, make the most of each day!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 27

Greetings: God bless you this day

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
I'm going to make "Thankful Living," first in the New Year. Maybe you'd
like to as well. I think we'll see many reasons to thank God.
(Anne Cetas-Our Daily Bread)


SCRIPTURE:
Give thanks to God for he is good. His love endures forever.
Psalm 136:1

One of the ways to thank God is to write it down. I keep a food journal
and in the margin on the side I write down my praises for the day...I
always run out of space, before I run out of praises!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!
I hope y'all had a wonderful Christmas. Today is back to normal,
but with more bills and some gained weight.  So, today's
thought is perfect to start the week off.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Instead of carrying the burdens that weigh us down and weary us,
we need to give them to the Lord and let him carry them.
Prayer is the place where burdens change shoulders.
((Lawrence Darmani-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will
give you rest. Matthew 11:28

That is a wonderful promise from Jesus, but when we take our burdens
and lay them at the feet of the cross, we need to leave them there!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 25

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!
Merry Christmas everyone!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
This Christmas, may the joyful simplicity of the story of the birth of
Jesus be the story we tell to others.(Randy Kilgore-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Always be prepared to give to everyone who asks you to give the reason
for the hope that you have. 1 Peter 3:15

May our gift to God this Christmas, be sharing the wonderful story of
of Jesus, with others.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Happy Christmas Eve to y'all! Christmas is coming...ready or not! :)

THOGUHT FOR TODAY:
Anticipation...
Of gathered family, I love.
Anticipation...
Of blessings from above.
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgradenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
Psalm 27:14

Anticipation can sometimes be pleasant and it can sometimes
no bet pleasant. I pray for patience to wait on the Lord.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When you help one person in need, it can become a multiplied
love, lived out by many others.  (Tim Gustafson-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Anyone who loves  God, must also love your brother and sister.
1 John 4:21

You know good-will is just as catching as a means spirit. Our
attitude, good or bad, can often effect others. Look for ways to
multiply good-will!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
With our praise, we can rejoice in the joy God has given us.
Then others can hear us praise God and see how He works.
(Dave Branon-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
A great company of heavenly host appeared with the angels,
praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest and on
earth peace to men." Luke 2: 13-14

Today's thought, made me think... Do others see joy in me?
Do they see God working in my life? A very sobering thought!

Know I prayed of you today. Blessings-Freda

December 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Money matters,. But money shouldn't rule our decision-making
process. Tough times and big decisions are opportunities to grow
in our faith in new ways. Never confuse temptation with opportunity.
(Tim Gustafson-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
You cannot serve both God and money.
Matthew 6:24

Jesus did not say that money was bad. in fact we cannot get along
in the world without money. But it is a tool to be used, not a master
of our lives. Temptations and opportunities abound this time of year,
so we should be wise in our choices.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

December 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When was the last time you had good news, that you just
couldn't keep the joy to yourself? (Joel Selby-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
An angel said, "I bring you good news( to the shepherds in the field)
of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the city of David
a Savior, has  been born to you, Christ the Lord."  Luke 2:10

So we must ask ourselves...Are we filled with joy at this good news, or
are we hurried and harassed?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The perfect gift
Is not found under the tree.
The perfect gift
Is His presence, you see.
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans  6:23

And our gift to Him according to Paul. "Offer your bodies as
a living sacrifice holy and pleasing to God. "Romans 12:1

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Ferda

December 18

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus is always worthy of worship. When the holidays are past
and we head back to everyday routines, we still have something
to celebrate... Jesus Christ is Immanuel, "God with us."
(James Banks-Our Daily Bread)

Scripture:
The virgin will be with child and she will give birth to a son and
they will call him Immanuel, "God with us."
Matthew 1:26

Since God created us, He knows our weaknesses and He set aside
a special day of worship. I'm so thankful for that. I need to gather
with brother's and sisters in Christ to gain the strength to face a
new week! Christians have something to celebrate!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!
If you live in the Southern California area, be careful out there
it is raining this morning. :)

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Tell me Mary,
What was it like to be the mother of God?
Tell me Mary,
Did you worry where His footsteps trod?
First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
Luke 2:19

I think God put a seal of approval on motherhood, by choosing  this
way to bring His Son into the world.  He could have sent Him fully
grown, He sent angels that way. But He chose to honor womanhood.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Well things are shaping up in the Fullerton household
It looks like "Christmas is coming soon."

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Christmas is coming soon
Poinsettias are in bloom
Spicy smells fill the air
Cheer and goodwill are everywhere!
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Be of good cheer. I have overcome the world.
John 16:33 (KJV)

The above Scripture is the rest of the Christmas story and what
a wonderful ending! No matter what happens here, Jesus has
overcome the world and we can too!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

December 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
May this day...
Be filled with love.
May this day...
Be blessed by God above.
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Guide me in your truth, and teach me, for you are God,
my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.
Psalm 25:5

The above Scripture is comforting, but sometimes my hope
flies out the window, when troubles come through the door.
This beautiful season  is a reminder of just how much God
loves me.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When we have lived through difficult times and discovered
that God was faithful, keeping that in mind helps us greatly
when life's waters turn rough. We may not know how He will
get us through our circumstances, but His love for us in the past
helps us to know that He will. (James Banks-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.
Psalm 126:3

It is hard to be joyful, when we cannot see God's hand working in
our lives. That's when we need to count our blessings. I write them
down every day in my journal.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When we become discouraged because God doesn't respond
according to our timetable, Christmas reminds us that God's
timing is always perfect and is worth the wait.
(Julie Link-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
When the set time had fully come, God sent his Son.
Galatians 4:4

Waiting for an answer from God is not the most comfortable
place to be, but perhaps this is where we grow the most.
The Christmas story is certainly a reminder that God works
things out in history and in our lives in His own time.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 11

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Unseen heroes are always seen by God.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Do to others what you would have them do to you
Matthew 7:12

Unseen heroes are ordinary people. People who are care- givers,
widows, struggling to make ends meet, cancer survivors  and
soldiers that are spending their Christmas holidays far from
home to keep us safe!

Know I prayed of you today. Blessings-Freda

December 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Will you take time alone with God to experience His strength
and fulfillment?  (Jennifer Schuldt-Our Daly Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Those who have hope in the Lord, will renew their strength.
Isaiah. 40:31

We want to remember in this special season not to get so busy
that we shut God out. Actually I'm too busy, not to pray! It
will renew my strength and it will renew yours as well!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
If I were a wise man, I would do my part.
Yet what can I give Him-give Him my heart.
(Christina Rossetti)

SCRIPTURE:
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all
your soul and all your mind. Matthew 22:37

God gave so much and He asks for so little. He does not want
empty words and broken promises, that I sometimes give Him.
He wants my heart. But I am so thankful for His grace when I
fail!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!
December is rolling faster than a tumbleweed on a windy day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is greater than anything that happens to us
Whatever that may be
For He sent our Savior here
And He has set us free.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise.
Psalm 145:3

God is greater than our sins, our weakness and our fears, in
fact He is greater than anything we will encounter in this life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 7

Greetings: God bless you this day.
This is Pearl Harbor Day, Be sure to fly your flag today.
To those who lost their lives remember with gratefulness
and without bitterness toward those who were once our
enemies.


THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
All's well that ends in heaven.
(Jennifer Benson Schuldt)

SCRIPTURE:
To be absent for the body is to be at home with the Lord.
2 Corinthians 5:6-8

So remember whatever you are going through is temporary,
even the heartbreaking loss of a loved one, for as the above
thought says: "All's well that ends in heaven. "

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Every day of your life
Take time to pray.
Every day of your life
Be someone's sun-shining ray!
(Last verse of today' poem)

SCRIPTURE:
This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and
be glad in ti. Psalm 118:24

The month is speeding up, the traffic is jamming up and the lines
are increasing; every day let us pray not to be a cloud, but a ray of
sunshine and make it a merry Christmas, not a hurry Christmas!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
I do what I do not want to do
When I'm put to the test.
I do what I do not want to do
I'm never, it seems, at my best.
(A verse in today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoety.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
I do not understand what i do. I do not what I want to do,
but what I hate. Romans 7:15

Paul seems to have had the same problem that I have sometimes.
My actions do not always follow my words. But I'm like Paul, in
that I'm thankful for the grace of God and I know He's not finished
with me yet...I'm still in His workroom!

Know I prayed of you today. Blessings-Freda

December 4

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
During this Christmas season, we can find many ways to show
creative and practical ways of God'a love, patience and
kindness to others. ( (Dennis Fisher-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
You are the light of the world.
Matthew 5:14

Be a light to everyone you meet this Christmas season, even those
that are pushy and rude. You never know the burdens another may
carry!

Know   prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In Jesus, God climbs into the world with us to share in our
suffering, and ultimately brings us His peace through His
own suffering.  We are never out of His reach!
(Stan Cunninghan-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
He saw his disciples struggling, and he said, "Take courage it is
I. Don't be afraid." Mark 6:48 & 50

Jesus got in the boat with His disciples, on that stormy sea and He
will get in the boat with us during our storms of life.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus is not just the reason for this season. He is the reason
for every day of our lives. (From Face Book)

SCRIPTURE:
Let's set our eyes on Jesus the author and protector of our faith.
Hebrews 12:2

Just as Thanksgiving is not a date, but a daily thing, Jesus is the
reason for every season in life.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

December 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Welcome to December. It is hard to believe that this year is
almost over.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The joy of the birth of Jesus was not just for a few people,
but for all.  As we share this life-giving message with others
let us us proclaim... Joy to the world the Lord has come!
(David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
For God so loved the word that he sent his One and only Son.
John 3:16

God gave us the greatest gift this world has ever known and so
few seem to want this wonderful gift . During this busy, often
crazy and stressful season, let us be instruments of peace and
show the world God's love!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
HOW IS YOUR DAY?
Now is the day to put your trust in Jesus.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I tell you, now is the time of God's favor, now is the day
of salvation. 2 Corinthians 6:2

As we enter into this busiest season of the year... let us
not forget that Jesus is "the reason for the season," and
try to keep our eyes centered on Him.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
May we find ways to serve our family and friends to God's
glory. This is love in action. (Amy Pye-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Value others above yourselves. Philippians 2:3

I must confess I sometimes get so busy this time of year,
I make a list check it twice and some days I'm not so nice.
A reminder to remember family and friends are more important
than any other thing on our list!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Discouragement is not limited to this season, but it can be
amplified then. Our expectation may be higher, our sadness
deeper. A little encouragement can go a long way.
 (David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Encourage each other with theses words.
1 Thessalonians 4:18

Paul's purpose for the two letters to the church in Thessalonica
was to encourage this young body of believers midst  persecution.
That same encouragement is needed today. This season is not a happy
one for everyone, so be on the lookout for ways you may be an
encouragement to someone.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 27

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When we make it our aim to serve God through praying
faithfully, we are taking part in a beautiful privilege, where
at any moment we may be given front-row seats to a miracle.
(James Banks-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and
produces wonderful results. James 5:16 (NLT)

We often hear people say... "All we can do is pray!" Prayer is
the most powerful tool in the Christian's bag of tools!

Know  prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
WHAT ARE YOU WORTH?
God loved us so so much that He gave up His Son to die on a cross
and rise from the dead to ransom us and rescue us. That is what you
are worth. (Bill Crowder-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
It was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were
redeemed...but with the blood of Christ. 1 Peter 1:18-19

You will not find any bargain in any store on any "Black Friday." as
good as this gift from a "Black Friday, over two thousand years ago!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 25

Greetings God Bless you this day!
I hope y'all missed me for the last couple of days . I took the time
off to get ready for Thanksgiving. At 84 I can't do too much multitasking.

THUGHT FOR TODAY;
Loving people is not always easy. Yet I was reminded  that frustration,
forgiveness, and faithfulness are part of maintaining the deep connection
with the love and light of God. When we choose love and instead of hate,
we are showing our relationship with God, and reflecting His radiance to
the world around us. (Jennifer Schuldt-Our Daily Bread)4

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

We need to be reminded daily the only way the world will see God and
His Son, Jesus Christ is though us.

Know I prayed for you today, Blessings-Freda

November 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHTT FOR TODAY:
Where is my focus
In this thankful season?
Is it cleaning and food
All beyond reason?
(A verse in today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink or about
your body, what you will wear. Is life not more than food and the body
more than clothes. Matthew 6:25

May our focus be on the things we have and not on the things we do not
have. Make this truly a thankful week!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Think of times in your life that were difficult uphill climbs.
The challenges were more than you could handle. But with
God's help those hills were conquered .
(Lanita Boyd-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
In all things, we are more than conquerors through him who
loved us. Romans 8:37

Sometimes we don't feel victorious, or like conquerors, or very strong.
But remember God told Paul, it is in your weakness, I'm made strong.
So, if you're on an uphill climb today, know you are not climbing alone!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 20

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
Accept God's precious gift today. It is a gift that keeps on giving.
What have you to lose? If you have tried the world's way and it did
not work... Jesus is the answer. (Joan Clayton-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
I am the way the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except
through me. John 14:6

Jesus is the only gift that will last throughout eternity!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In 2014 A sinkhole opened up in the Corvette Museum in Kentucky,
damaging eight vintage Corvettes, The millionth car to roll off the
assembly line received the most attention, Experts restored it to mint
condition This is  great reminder what God has in store for this who
believe in Jesus. (Dave Branon-Our Daily Bread)


SCRIPTURE:
Put off the old self which is corrupt and put on the new self, created
to be like God.  Ephesians 4:22-24

Though our baptism, we are made  new creature, in Christ and through death,
we will be given a new body. Christians have the very best of both worlds.
So why wouldn't everyone want to be one?


Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 18

Greens: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
You are the compassion of Jesus today. You are His touch,
His love, his caring. So sing your song, say a prayer and go
out and change a life today, You will be the one that's filled.
(Jess Peterson-Power for Today)


SCRPTURE:
(Jesus speaking) "I have Compassion for these people."
Matthew 15:32

You hear someone say,  "What can I do? I'm only one!"
One can start a revolution, build a house, get prayer
taken out of school or die for the sins of the world
We can start by changing ourselves.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We can grasp the opportunities to talk to others of the wonders
of the Almighty God. Thus we can build bridges of faith to
enhance the faith of others. (Lanita Boyd-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
Mightier than thunder of great waters, mightier than the breakers
of the sea-the Lord on high is mighty. Psalm 93:4

The above Scripture reminds me of the mighty power in Niagara Falls.
We took the boat ride to the bottom of the falls, and the roar was so loud
you could not hear anything else. You could not help but think...
"How Great Is Our God"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus urged His disciples to trust Him and to love one another.
This is still the kind of surrender that leads to our well-being.
(Lawrence Darmani-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
For it is God who works in you to will and act according to his
good purpose. Philippians 2:13

We will see His purpose more clearly, if we send more time with Him
in prayer.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Who holds your life together? Are you in complete control?
At times we think we are. That's when we need to remember
and renew our reliance on the God  who holds us together.
(Dan Knight-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
He himself is before all things and in him all things  hold
together. Colossians 1:17 (NRSV)

Remember the song, "He's Got The Whole World In His Hand."
That's the theme of my poem today and the whole world includes
us, so we worry and fret in vain. When we wake each morning, we
should remember God's got this day covered!

Know I prayed of you today. Blessings-Freda

November 14

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Every loss leaves a space that God can fill with His precence.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Whoever loses his life for my sake finds it.
Matthew 10:39

We need to lose hate to find love, fear to find peace, doubt
to find faith. sin to find grace... and they can only be found
when we trust God and let go and let Him work in our
lives!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 13

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's day!

THOUGHT OR TODAY:
The struggle is really part of the victory. The struggles and tragedies
of life are not part of the battle, they are part of the celebration of the
victory. God's grace is more than sufficient for all our struggles.
(Ronald Tyler-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE
Take courage for I have overcome the world.
John 16:33

Whatever you may be facing today, whatever struggles you are
going through, they are temporary. Battles may yet come, but
the war has already been won on the cross!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The Old Testament begins with God. The New Testament
ends with Jesus. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
In the Beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
Genesis 1:1
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God's people. Amen.
Revelation 22:21

Continue to pray for the freedom to read the Bible without fear
and to live our lives as followers of Christ before the world.
I think with this election God has given us another chance...
let's make the most of it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Happy Veteran's Day. Be sure to thank a veteran for his
or her service. And be sure to fly your flag today.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A definite choice demands definite actions.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
We serve the Lord.  Joshua 24:21

Well a definite choice has been made for our country... now
it is up to us to  help make it a good choice with our prayers.
But above all, it is up to us to remember we serve the Lord!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessibngs-Freda

November 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT OR TODAY:
In God's family of faith, He provides mothers, fathers, grandmothers,
grandfahers, sisters and brothers for us. The Lord gives joy as we share
our lives together in His grace and love.
(David McCasland-Our Daiy Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue, but with action
and truth.  1 John 3:18

Please be in prayer for healing of this country. that love will prevail over hate.
Families of faith is the only thing that can... "Make America Great Again!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

November 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Love conquers all.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Now theses three remain: Faith, hope and love. But the greatest of
theses is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

I want to share with you my prayer I offered up this morning:
Dear Father, I offer this prayer of thanksgiving to You this morning
I glory in Your timing and Your power over the earthy powers that
be. I pray for love and healing for this country. In Jesus' name. Amen

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The most important headline in our lives every day is the
very best news ever spoken... Christ the Savior is born!
(David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Look, here on the mountains, the feet of one who brings
good news, who proclaims peace. Nahum 1:15

And no matter the out-come of the election tomorrow,
there will be the good news that Jesus is still King.
And God is still in control!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 6

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The power of simple words.
I love you more than I can tell.
Three powerful words,
Cross Sword Nail.
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Go and makes disciples of all nations.
Matthew 29:19

In the race for the 'white house," we have heard a lot of
words tossed back and forth. In the Christian's race for
eternal life the words are simple... Truth, Love, Forgiveness,
Go and share with others!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Share the love of Christ in you personal story.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.
Romans 10 15

We have a clean new page to write on each day, make sure you personal
story included Christ!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
How can we keep from worrying when our lives are so uncertain,
so filed with problems and needs? Peter said, "Humble yourselves
before the mighty hand of God." (David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

Scripture:
(Peter goes on to say) "Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you."
1 Peter 5:7

This is certainly worrisome times. Perhaps proud America has not been
humble enough before God.  I would say the answer to that problem is prayer.
PRAY FOR AMERICA!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God's reminders...
Is in our every loss,
Reminding us that life is fleeting,
But we have the promise from the cross.
(The last verse of today's poem)


SCRIPTURE:
The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
John 6:23

God reminds us each day, in so many ways, that this world is not
our home and whatever we are facing as a nation or an individual
will one day pass, we need only to be reminded of the promise from
the cross!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Everything comes from God
We own nothing on our own.
Everything comes from God
From His very throne.
(First verse in today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
I know ever bird in the mountains and every creature of the
fields are mine. The world is mine and all that is in it.
(Psalm 50:11-12

When we realize that it all belongs to God in the first place,
it is easier to give back to Him, what already belongs to Him.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

November 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Welcome to November!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God loved us not because of who we are, but who He is.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
God demonstrates his own love toward us, in that while we
were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

When trouble comes, one of the questions most asked of God
is: "why me?" on the other side of the coin... have you ever asked
"why did Jesus choose to die for me, a sinner?"  I think the
Thought and Scripture answers that question very well. As of why
we suffer trouble... this world is not our home!


Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 31

Greetings; God bless you this day.
Happy Halloween...again! lol

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
READY FOR A CHANGE?
Self-control is probably one of the hardest things to manage.
Thankfully God knows our weakness. He also knows the remedy.
In other words, our focus is not on effort, but surrender.
(Jaime Garrido-Our Daily Bread)


SCRIPTURE:
The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness and SELF-CONTROL. Galatians 5:22-23


I'm so ready for change and we need above fruits of the spirit in our
government...but it must first begin with ME!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

October 30

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!
Happy Halloween:

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Calm my soul, O lord
Teach me how to pray.
Calm my soul, O Lord.
Save the USA.
(The last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Be still and know that I am God.
Psalm 46:10

We oft times think we have to be doing something, be on the
move to be effective. But the above verse tells us that sometimes
we need to just be still and recognize God and His power, recognize
that He is in Control!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Prayer moves the hand that moves the world.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Do not be anxious about anything but in very situation, with
prayer and petition and thanksgiving, make your request to God.
Philippians 4:6

It is very hard not to be anxious with so much division. It is bad
enough to have division in our country, but when we have it among
Christians, when we need to be united more now than ever before,
that is really sad. Satan is having a field day! PRAY!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 28

Greetings: God bless you this day.
Today is the last in the series of poems of 4 things that begin with
the same letter. I had fun doing them and I hope they have been
beneficial to you.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
My God is WONDERFUL
In His creation, you see.
My God is WONDERFUl
With such mystery.
(A verse in today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
I praise your for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works
are wonderful, I know full well. Psalm 139:14

The verse before that says; "You created my inmost being; you knit me
together in my mother's womb."  If I read no more than these two verses
it is enough to convince me that abortion is SO VERY WRONG!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is my REDEEMER
He sent His Son to die for me.
God is my REDEEMER
He has set me free.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
Psalm 19:14

God REDEEMED me, RESCUED me from my sins. RESTORED
me to His fellowship which is my REWARD.

Know that I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is my DELIVERER
From the storms that abound.
God is my DELIVERER
From troubles all around.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer.
Psalm 18:2

Often, God uses human hands to deliverer us, so the next time
someone comes to your aid, know God is working in the background.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

October 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
My God is GIVING
In grace and love.
My God is GIVING
In blessings from above.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.
John 3:16

God has offered the world the greatest Gift that has ever been given!
The Scriptures tell us that it is greater than any buried treasure or the
most costly pearl and it's so sad that for the most part, the world has
rejected this Gift...pray for a lost and dying world.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!
I'm so thankful for the beautiful  rain, we even had
thunder and lightening this AM!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In God I ABIDE...
Through the long weary night.
In God I ABIDE...
He will make all things right.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides
in the shadow of the Almighty, will say. God is my refuge
and fortress. Psalm 91:1 (RSV)

One of my favorite songs is: "Abide With Me."
Abide with me: fast falls the eventide;
the darkness deepens; Lord with me abide.
When other helpers fail and comfort  flee,
Help of the helpless, O abide with me.
(Henry Francis Lyte)

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 23

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is my FATHER
I'm a daughter of the King
God is my FATHER
Blessings He does bring.
(First verse of today's poem)
http;//fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows is God
in his holy dwelling. Psalm 68:5

Fathers of small children, take care! Your children's view of God will
often depend on their relationship with you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 22

Greetings; God bless you this day:

THOUGHT FOR TDAY:
God is my POWER
He's the Creator of all things.
God is my POWER
And blessings, He brings.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Great is our Lord and might in power.
Psalm 146:5

Sometimes, we feel powerless, especially when we listen to the news.
But we must remember: We serve a MIGHTY POWERFUL GOD!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 21

Greetings: God bless you the day!
For the last three days and for a few days more
My poems will be centered on four things that begin with the
same letter, to try and convey what God means to me.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
My God is Living...
Matters not, what people say.
My God is Living...
In my heart today.
(Last verse of today's poem)

Scripture:
I know that my Redeemer lives.
Job 19:2

If Job could know for certain that God lives, with all he was going
through, we should know that too. It sometimes seems He's not living
in the US. But, if He lives in your heart, He is living, moving and  active!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is my Hope...
Without Him I'm lost
God is my Hope...
It came with such cost.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredsgrdenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
Find rest O my soul, in God alone, my hope comes from him.
Psalm 62:5

With the poem is a poster that says, With God there is "HOPE"
even in the most hopeless situation. Today, we as a country seem
to be in a hopeless situation, but with God there is HOPE! Without
God There is no HOPE!

Know I prayed for you today.  Blessings-Freda

Octber 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God is my Shelter
From the storms of life
God is my Shelter
From the things that bring strife.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
You are a shelter from the storm and a shade from the heat.
Isaiah 25:4

God offers us shelter from the storms, encouragement when we
feel alone, hope when we feel lost and joy when we feel sad. He
often does this through the loving hands of others. We had the
sweetest note of encouragement yesterday from Dave, Karen and
Isabella Clark. It certainly lifted our spirits!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The Important thing:
Look for good in every day, even if some days,
You have to look harder. (From Google)

SCRUPTURE:
This is the day the Lord has made and I will rejoice and
be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

I never think of the above Scripture, without thinking of my
dear friend, Mary Scroggins. When Mary and Joe could no
longer drive, we picked them up and took them to church and
this Scripture was Mary's greeting every Sunday. I miss then both.
Remember there is always, always something to be thankful for.
This will be a good day, because God made it!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
My brother Oliver, remains the weakest and helpless human being
I ever met, Yet he was one of the most powerful human beings I
ever met. ( Christopher de Vinch)

SCRIPTURE:
Three times I pleaded for the Lord to remove it from me. But he said,
"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
2 Corinthians 12:8-9

The quote above is from a story the author wrote about his brother
Oliver. "The Power Of The Powerless." Oliver was a deaf mute and
mentally challenged, but he taught his brother valuable lessons.
The Scripture is about Paul's struggle with ill health and God's answer to
Paul's prayer.
God has a very special love for the helpless,  and so should we!

Know I prayed for you today, Blessing-Freda

October 16

Greetings; God bless you this Lord's Day!


THOUGHT FOR TODAY;
I don't want to hear it..
Today, it's called progress.
I don't want to hear it...
But I think civilization is in regress!
(Last verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRPTURE:
Ah Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I'm only a child.
Jeremiah 1:6

Jeremiah did not want to hear God's request to warn a nation that no longer
believed in God.... "I don't want to hear it, " but I believe America may be
where Israel was in the days of Jeremiah?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

October 15

Greeting: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Nothing cost as much as caring....except not caring.
(Our Daily Bread)

Scripture:
Carry each other's burdens.
Galatians 6:2

We have no idea how much Gods loves and cares for us and others have
no idea of our needs, unless we let them know If you need prayers,
say so...we miss so many blessings...if we do not speak up!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
Majority opinion...
Matters to the world, you see.
Majority opinion...
Should not matter to you and me.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
If God be for us who can be against us.
Romans 8:31

Majority opinion should not sway us, remember it was majority opinion
that sent Jesus to the cross.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Where is God in the mess of our lives? The answer is: Where
God has always been. Speaking comforting words of assurance
that even in life's messes, He's here, ever near.
(Ben Mereness-Power for Today)


SCRIPTURE:
God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble.
Psalm 46:1

Everyone at one time or another, in deep trouble, or pain or sorrow,
have called out "Where are you God?" God does not mind the question.
It means we do believe in Him and that we're searching for answers.
And His answer is always the same...I'm HERE for you!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Instead of trying to do everything in our own effort, we can find
rest in God. Sometimes it is as simple as asking Him to handle
our problems. Then, we can pause, relax and enjoy the knowledge
that He is sustaining us. (Jennifer Schuldt-Our Daily Bread)

SCIPTURE:
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you.
Psalm 55:22

Have you ever heard someone say. " All we can do is pray?"
As if prayer was the last resort..prayer should be our first resort.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In spite of it all...
Sometimes we're misunderstood.
In spite of it all...
Life is still good.
(First verse in today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
This is the day that the Lord has made; rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24

Just remember... in spite of it all... there is always, always something
to be thankful for. A poster on FB said, "Put your hand over your
heart,. Do you feel it beating?  That tells you you're alive, so you're
blessed!"

Know I prayed of you today. Blessings-Freda

October 10:

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
It's a good thing sheep have a shepherd. Sheep can't take care of
themselves. (Tery Newton-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord is my shepherd, i shall not be in want.
Psalm 23:1

Beware sheep...there are wolves out there dressed in sheep's
clothes!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 9

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We may not like what we're told
But we can be sure God's in control.
We may not always understand,
He's got the whole world in His hand.
(First verse of today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTURE:
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
Genesis 1:1

We must remember this: Whoever becomes President next
month... GOD is still KING!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 8

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
Read The Bible:
To make you wise
Believe it to be safe
Practice it to be holy.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
The Word of God is living and active.
Hebrews 4:12

There is an old saying "You never miss the water until the well runs dry."
We have for several hundred years had the freedom to read the Bible and to
share it with others, yet in many households, it lies on a shelf gathering dust.
The day may, come sooner than we think, that we will lose that freedom.
Pray for the freedom to always be able to read the Word and share it openly!

Know I prayed for you. Blessings-Freda

October 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
Never discourage anyone in what they do for the Lord.
You cannot follow Christ standing still.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:J
jesus said, "Come follow me." Matthew 4:19

So many times, when we're disabled or burdened with obligations,
we think we cannot follow Christ, But even the disabled can follow the
Lord, reading his word, praying for others and telling others of God's love,
Remember a cup of cold water in His name was remembered by Jesus.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Prayer is not getting things from God. but getting in communion
with God. Do not pray for an easy task. Pray for strength.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord is my strength and my song.
Psalm 118:14

When we have lost our song, we need to pray for the vision to see
blessing in hardships...there is always , always something to be
thankful for!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 5

Greeting: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The purpose of Jesus Christ in the world was not to be a great teacher
or reformer, but to die as a ransom for sinners. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
There is one God and one mediator between God and men and that man
is Jesus Christ who gave himself as a ransom for sinners. 1 Timothy 2:5-6

Jesus may have not to come to earth to reform, but if we come to Him, reform
will come! He did not change the social ills of that time, but had the world
followed Him the social ills would have changed. He is the ANSWER to our
sick world!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A leader has an inward strength, which sustains him or her through
every conflict. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Whoever wants to be great among you, must be your servant.
Matthew 20:26

All the leadership training courses in the world, is not as effective as Jesus'
example,  when He washed His disciples feet. To be a good leader, you must
serve!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What a difference we'll make if, when we look at others, we say,
"Love starts with me." And wouldn't that be a great reflection of
God's love for us? (Dave Branon-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Let each of you look not to his own interests, but also to the interest
of others.  Philippians 2:4

I was just thinking about my greeting to you each morning. I write-God
bless you this day. without thinking that I'm actually calling on GOD
to BLESS you! From now on I will take that blessing as serious as I do the
promise to pray for you each day! "Let It Start With Me!"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 2

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Go...
And tell the story.
Go...
Give God all the glory!
(Last verse in today's poem)
http://fredasgardenofpoetry.blogspot.com

SCRIPTRE:
Go make disciples of all nations, baptizing them into the name
of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19

Sometimes God's command is bloom where you're planted.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

October 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Can you believe it's October already? Where has this year gone?

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Whatever you need to tell the Lord today... just say it from the heart
(David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God,
for he is gracious and compassionate Joel 2:13

God wants us to be sincere in our prayers, He wants them to come the
heart.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Our word of thanks can remind others of their value to us and to God.
(Anne Cetas-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Let everything you say be good and helpful.
Ephesians 4:29

We should never take God or each other for granted.
Be generous with your thanks!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 29,

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
To God be the glory-great things he has done.
(Our Daily  Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I am the Lord and that is my name and I will not give glory
to another. Isaiah 42:8

Of our soul, He says, "That's mine! " He will not share the throne
of our lives with any thing or anyone!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
This gift...
From God is free.
This gift...
Is for you and me.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 6:23

And what an awesome gift this is, and so sad that so many refuse
this gift!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When we are followers of Jesus, we don't have to handle our
burdens alone. We have Jesus Himself,  who is always willing
and able to help us. And He has given us brothers and sisters
in Christ to share the load. When we give Him things that weigh
us down, He gives us wisdom and support in return.
(Jennifer Schuldt-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Encourage each other and build each other up.
1 Thessalonians 5:11

But He does want us to ask...and your brothers and sisters in Christ
does not always know when you need help, so ask!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
It's not too late to start here.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Lord, what do you want me to do?
Acts 9:6

The above question, asked by Paul, is one  we've all asked
one time or another. What God would have us do is bury the
past and trust Him enough to start from here, this moment, today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 25

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus bridges the gap between God and us.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
There is one God and one mediator between God and men. Jesus Christ.
1 Timothy 2:5

I am so thankful that Jesus lived in a human body. He understands our pain,
our loneliness,  and our sorrow!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Whether we live in a place of plenty or not, we all seek unhealthy
ways of filling the God-shaped hole in our hearts. But when we look
to the Lord for our sense of peace and well-being.. He fills us with
goodness and love...  The best deal ever!(Amy Pye-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
1 Timothy 6:6

We all like a good deal and when we get one, we tell others about it.
Jesus Christ is the "best deal ever! Should we not be telling others
about all about it?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Rich treasures of God's truth are waiting to be discovered in His
Word. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I rejoice in following your statures as one rejoices in great riches.
Psalm 119:14

Pray that we may ever have the freedom to read His Word openly!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A Voice In The Night:
The one who made heaven and earth is at work in and through you.
Lift you your hands and praise Him. (David Roper-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Lift your hands in the sanctuary and bless the Lord.
Psalm 134:-2

Don't wait for the sanctuary of a church building to praise Him, Praise Him
every moment of the day and night!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

September 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We often have a choice about the things we have to wait for-a
medical test, a job interview, the return of a loved one-but we can
decide how we wait. Rather than giving in to fear or apathy, we can
continue to actively seek God's strength and direction each day.
(David MsCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Let no one who waits on you (Lord) be ashamed.
Psalm 25:3

I love the song, by Stuart Hamblin  "Lord Teach Me To Wait." This is a lesson
God is still teaching me!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus is the Son of God, the Man beyond time.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE
Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.
John 6:68

The above question occurred when Jesus  told the crowd that
they must eat His flesh and drink His blood (What we know as communion)
and they took it literal and many left. He asked  his disciples, Do you want
to leave too? And they answered with the above question.
A question for us today: "Where can I go, but to the Lord?"

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Open my eyes, that I might see You.
Open my ears, that I might hear You.
Open my mouth, that I might praise You.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Speak, you servant is listening.
1 Samuel 3:10

May we, like Samuel, hear God speaking among the clatter of this world

Kno I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 18

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Be yourself
In all you do.
Be yourself
There's only one you.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Do not conform to this world, but  be transformed by the renewing
of your minds. Romans 12:2

When you try to be like someone else, you miss out on something very
special. you miss out on the plan God has for your life, because there is
only one you and only you can fulfill God's plan for your life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 17

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The word "family" has a beautiful meaning in the language of any
nation. It embraces the thought of protection, comfort, warmth, rest
and love. (Bob Bland-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:(Jesus speaking) "Dear woman here is your son." and
to the discipled he loved, "Here is your mother."
John 19:26-27

Even on the cross, Jesus was thinking of the care of His mother. He made
it plain in His ministry that we were to care for both our physical and
church families, both are a priceless heritage.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What would happen if we exchanged our Sunday smiles and facade
for refreshing honesty with our brothers and sisters in Christ?
(Tim Gustafson-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Therefore encourage each other.
1 Thessalonians 4: 18

It is hard to encourage, if we do not know one needs encouraging.
We should be more honest and open with each other and honest
and open in our prayers...God already knows our hearts!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

When Jesus ascended to heaven, He turned His mission over

to flawed and bumbling men and women. He assumed the role

of head of the church, leaving the task of arms, legs, feet, eyes,  

and voice to the erratic disciples and to you and me.

(Philip Yancey-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:

God comforts us, so that we can comfort those in trouble.

2 Corinthians 1:4

In the 14th chapter of John, Jesus tells His disciples that He would 

not leave then comfortless; the holy Spirit would come and 

guide them, that promise is for you and me as well. The next time 

you feel you should make a call, write a note, say a prayer, teach 

a class, or write a poem. do it...it may be the Holy Spirit guiding 

you! 

 

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The wrapping may be ruffled,
But if you take the time to see
You will find the Holy Spirit
Surely dwells in me.

The wrapping is just the surface
It's what you find inside
A heart cleansed by God
Where a treasure does abide.
(Last two verses of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Do you not know that your body is a temple of
the Holy Spirit?  1 Corinthians 6:19

The world pays millions of dollars to keep the wrapping looking
good, but sadly neglects what's inside the package!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
There is nothing more beautiful to see than one whose heart
is filled with the light of Jesus's love. (Bruce and Jane Evans)


SCRIPRURE:
I am the light of the world. Whoever believes in me will never
walk in darkness, but have the light of life. John 8:12

The only way to have our eyes opened to the light and love of Jesus,
is by reading the Scriptures.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The Four F's of Christianity:
Facts:
Faith:
Feelings:
Freedom:
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding.
Proverbs 3:5

We need some facts about God before we can have faith Him
and feel the freedom in Christ!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 11

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day:
Remember the families of those who lost their lives 15 years ago today.
Be are to fly your flag in remembrance,

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We fret too much over daily needs. God knows what we need.
So let us quit focusing on ourselves and our desires and our fears
and turn our eyes toward Jesus. (Tammy Ditmore-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
Psalm 105:4

It seems most of the time we pursue every avenue , but God, for peace
and understanding.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Our Lord holds us in His grip of love each day and we hold out
His message of love to others. (David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I press on to take hold of that for which Christ took hold of me.
Philippians 3:12

It was love, not nails that held Christ to the cross.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A New beginning...
When we fail to win.
A new beginning...
Today, we try again!
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Put off the old self and put on the new self created to be like God.
Ephesians 4:22,24

Today is a new beginning, leave hurts, failures and  mistakes to yesterday,
and begin a new day with hope, faith and trust!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 8

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus is the sole source of living water.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The water I  gave them will become a spring of water welling
up to eternal life. John 4:14

Water is one source that we cannot live without for very long.
Jesus, the living water, waters our  thirsty soul, just as water
quenches our body of thirst!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 7

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus is the sole source of living water.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The water I  gave them will become a spring of water welling
up to eternal life. John 4:14

Water is one source that we cannot live without for very long.
Jesus, the living water, waters our  thirsty soul, just as water
quenches our body of thirst!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The tongue has the power of life and death:
Lord guard our words today so we may not  harm others
by what we say. (David McCasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Whoever would love life and see good days  must keep their tongue
from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. 1 Peter 3:10

There are so many ways of communicating today, the social media, for one
and this increases the gossip, ugly rumors and hurtful words, Reputations
are destroyed by a poison pen. Words have the power to destroy, so
be careful what you say, what you write and what you send out on your
computer. (I wish all politicians would read the above Scripture every day!)

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Have a safe Labor Day holiday.

SCRIPTURE:
Let's learn to count again...My ten fingers are not enough to count
all that God gives me day to day (Keila Ochoa-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The blessings of the Lord bring wealth and he adds no trouble to it.
Proverbs 10:22

We couldn't count the blessings God gives us,  even if we tried. They're
as numerous as the grains of sand, but we can be grateful and trust him
for future blessings!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 4

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The challenges  and opportunities we face on our journey
can be met confidently, for God has promised us His
never failing presence.  (Bill Crowder- Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.
John 14:18

Jesus promised His followers, that when He left them physically,
the Holy Spirit would come to dwell within them and they would
never be alone...that promise is for us as well, as we journey through
the storms of life!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

September 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
VALUE GOD'S WORD:
It blesses little children. (Matthew 19:14
It strengthens young men. (1 John 2:14
It t protects widows. (Exodus 22:22-23)
It honors the ages. (Leviticus 19:32
It offers eternal life to everyone. ( John 3:36)
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
In the beginning was the word and the Word was with God.
John 1:1

The Word is our guide, our light and our salvation. Be in prayer
that we will always be able to read it, to teach it openly and obey
it without fear.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A CHRISTIAN IS LIKE...
A faithful steward (2 Timothy 2:2)
A hardy soldier. (2 Timothy 2:3-4
An athlete (2 Timothy 2:5
A farmer. (2 Timothy 2:6)
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, Holy and pleasing to God.
Romans 12:1


Paul also tells us in 1 Corinthians 3:16. Don't you know that you your-
selves are God's temple? You know if we treated the church building where
we worship as we treat our bodies... it would look pretty shabby!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

September 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Welcome to September: My how this year has flown!

THUGHT FOR TODAY:
You can choose to change with God's help.
For a new start, ask God for a new heart.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Get a new heart and a new start
Ezekiel 18:31

Change as we grow older gets harder, but sometimes it's what we need
to give us new life... so embrace the changes that God sends your way!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 31

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Whatever struggles we face in our attempt to live for the Lord,
we can trust in the Lord's presence.
(Lawrence Darmani-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Do not be afraid  of them, for I am with you.
Jeremiah 1:8

In the time of Jeremiah, it was hard for him not to be afraid
and cry over the conditions in Israel... we seem to be facing
similar conditions today and God's call to Jeremiah, is the
same for us today and so is His promise to be with us!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 30

Greetings God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Through Christ's sacrifice, we are set free from the prison of sin
to know His joy and love and the freedom that only forgiveness
can bring. (Bill Crowder-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord sets the prisoners free.
Psalm 146:7

Someone once said. when you forgive, you set the prisoner
free, only to find the prisoner was you.That is so true. Someone
else said ...Hate hurts the vessel in which it's stored, more than on
the one it's poured!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 29

Greetings: God bless you this day:

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When anger and tension or bitterness threatens our  relationship with
the Lord and others, it helps to remember that  "a cheerful heart is good
medicine" for our own joy and well-being!
(Lawrence Darman-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPRURE:
A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries  up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22

Perhaps the best medicine for our hearts is a positive attitude.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 28

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
In Christ there are no outsiders.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called . One Lord,
one faith, one baptism, one God, Father of all, who is over all, and in
all. Ephesians 4:6

We should be unified in Christ...divisions are the devil's work!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 27

Greetings God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
If He is not Lord of all...He's not Lord at all.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPRURE:
Great is our Lord and mighty in power. His understanding
has no limits. Psalm 147:5

If feel sorry for those who do not believe He is Lord of ALL!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
LEADER:
Love your neighbor as yourself.
Enthusiasm is better than wealth.
Adoration belongs to God, not man.
Determination to do the best you can.
Endurance will be put to the test.
Reward will come when at last you rest.
(Today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you.
Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.
Hebrews 13:7

One thing to remember: We're all leaders. Someone is following in
your footstep, so be careful where they lead.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 25

Greetings: God bless you this day:

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The hardest place to go is where you've been a failure.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Answer me quickly O Lord; my spirits fail.
Psalm 143:7

One thing to remember:  failure is only fatal, if we let it be...the
choice is ours

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

August 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!
This is day 3 in the three day series of
"We Can Know"

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We Can Know Some Things About The Future:
We know that when the Lord appears , we will see Him just as He
is, and we will be like Him. That motivates us to keep ourselves
pure through all that we do now. (Bill McFarland)

SCRIPRURE:
What we will be has not yet been known. But we know when he appears
we shall be like him. 1 John 3:2

We may not know what tomorrow holds, but we know the One who holds
tomorrow in His hands!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 23

Greetings: God bless you this day!
This is day 2 in the 3 day series, "We Can Know."

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We Can Know Some things About Life And How We Should Live:
1. We can know there is a difference between those who are of God
and those who belong to the evil one. 1 John 5:19
2. We can know that God's children do not make sin a way of life.
1 John 5:18
3. And we know we are supposed to love each other. 1 John 3:14
(Bill McFarland)

SCRIPTURE:
Now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest
of theses is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

We can know above all else in life...Christians are to love one another!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!
I'm doing another 3 day series. "WE KNOW" Today is  "We Can Know God."

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
WE CAN KNOW SOME THINGS ABOUT GOD:
We can know He loves us, (1 John 4:16)
We can know He hears our prayers. (1 John 5:15)
We can know that His Son died for our sins. (1 John 5:20)
We can know that vengeance belongs to God. (Hebrews 10:30)
(Bill McFarland)

SCRIPTURE:
And we know that in all things God works for good of those who love
him. Romans 8:28

Paul did not say all things were good, but that God works all things to our
good "of those you love Him." And that is an important statement. We cannot
love Him, if we do not know Him and we cannot know Him, unless we read His
Word.  

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 21

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
I enjoy watching relay races. In a sense Christians are in a relay
race, carrying the baton of faith and the knowledge of the Lord and
His Word and passing it on to the next generation,
(Lawrence Darman-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
We will tell the next generations of the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord.
Psalm 78:4

The present day technology has just about whipped out the art of story-
telling and conversation. I used to loved to listen to my parents and grandparents
tell stories. When was the last time you had a family gathering and just  talked,
without Kindle, IPod or cell phone?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 20

Greetings God bless you this day!
Today is #4 in the 4 day series of 4 great faiths that built America.
Today is: " Faith in Freedom" My poem however is ,"Faith Of Our Fathers."
Without the faith, dedication and sacrifice of our forefathers, we would
not enjoy the freedom  we have today, nor would we have a place to worship!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The search for freedom to worship God brought early colonists to these shores.
Our philosophy of government (as expressed in the Declaration of Independence)
holds that freedom is a God-given right, not a state-granted privilege! The church
too, holds out freedom to a world in bondage, freedom from sin, guilt, doubt and
fear. (Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:
For in this hope we were saved.
Romans 8:24

This country was built on hope in God...and somewhere along the way it , for
the most part, has lost that hope... let us once again renew that hope and the
faith of our forefathers! Pray for America!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!
This is day 3 in the 4 great faiths that built this country!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Faith In One Another:
The genius of America was its blending of cultures, races and
nationalities. Our strength and vitality as a nation flowed
out of this melting pot. The church too derives its power from
many members with individual talents to function as unified body,
(Bobby Dovkery)

SCRIPTURE:
So in Christ  we who are many form one body, and each member
belongs to all the others. Romans 12:5

May we encourage one another, as we all have one goal...to serve God.
And if we are one body, we should not worry about who gets the credit
for what has been done in His name!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 18

Greetings; God bless you This day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
This is day 2 in the 4 great faiths that have built this country.
Today we look at "Faith In Ourselves." My poem today is:
"Faith In Me."

THOUGHT FR TODAY:
This country was built by men and women with a pioneer spirit
and the resourcefulness and ingenuity to attempt great things
(Bobby Dockery)

SCRIPTURE:
I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13

If we only do what we are sure we can do...where is the faith in that?
Step out of your comfort zone and you'll be surprised what you and
God can do!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 17

Greetings: God bless you this day!
The next 4 days I will have a series of four great faiths
From Bobby Dockery:

FAITH IN GOD:
It has become fashionable to downplay our religious heritage
and to sneer at religious faith. But faith in God  was deeply
woven into the foundation and fabric of our nation.
(Bobby Dockery)

SRIPTURE:
Righteousness exalts a nation. But sin is a disgrace to any people.
Proverbs 14:34

And folks I would say our nation has arrived at that disgrace! Pray for
our country!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 16

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Teach because you have something to say, not because you
have to say something. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip
from your heart, teach them to your children and to your children's
children. Deuteronomy 4:9


We 're all teachers, if not in the classroom, in the way we live our lives,
what are we teaching today?

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The earth raises its monuments and has its celebrations when
men do great things, but God has His celebration when in failure and
disgrace, a sinner  comes home. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
I tell you that in the same way there will be rejoicing in heaven
over every sinner that repents. Luke 15:7

Before Jesus said this, He told the parable of the lost sheep: He said,
"If a shepherd has100 sheep and loses one, he leave the 99 and go
looking for that one, sheep" Indicating the each of us are important to
God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 14

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
When we struggle in the circumstances of life, an encouraging
word from others can lift our spirits and our eyes to the Lord..
(David McCasland-our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know
the word that sustains the weary. Isaiah 50:4

May God give us a well-instructed tongue as well, to lift hearts, instead
of breaking them...words are powerful, be careful how you use them!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda.

August 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
May our lives both declare and exhibit the love that can
change lives, purposes, and eternal destinies of others.
(Bill Crowder-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you hope for the
future. Jeremiah 29:11

And He has plans to give us hope also, in this hopeless world.
We need to share those plans with others!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We  must decide what we want to build and then proceed
with the plans. (Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Unless the Lord builds the house the builders labor in vain.
Psalm 127:1

We need to build bridges of understanding instead of walls of
fear, and hearts of forgiveness instead of bitterness and tears.
In other words, we need to be building up the temple, (our soul)
where God dwells!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 11

Greetings:God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God knows all your circumstances and will supply a store of comfort,
of spiritual strengthening and consolation. He will lift your head  and
give you strength to go on. (David  Roper-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who
love him. Romans 8:28

In some things we cannot see the good that God is working for us, but we
need to trust Him to know what's best and leave it to God to do the rest!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessing-Freda

August 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Planning for retirement is a good idea, if you are able to do so.
But more important is having an eternal inheritance that never
runs out and is available only through faith in Jesus Christ.
(Dave Branon-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
He has given us a new birth into an inheritance that canl never perish.
1 Peter 1:3-4

The Psalmist tell us in Psalm 103 that as far as the heavens is above the
earth and as far as the east is to the west He has removed our transgressions.
And His love is as deep and as wide as the ocean, and like the ocean at will
never run out.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 9

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Only God can take a sin-stained soul and make a masterpiece.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
You are sanctified and you are justified in the Lord, Jesus  Christ
and the Spirit of God. 1 Corinthians 6:11

Remember your body is the temple of God...be a showpiece today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!


THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
How we love to reflect the behavior of love to those with whom
we live, work and worship. How thrilling and humbling to know
His love and His provision. (David Berry-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:8

My love from time to time may fail. But the LOVE of  Jesus
never fails!

Know I prayed for you today, Blessings-Freda

August 7

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Eternal life is a gift from God. It's not something we earn
by working for it. We are saved by grace through faith in
Christ. (Jennifer Benson Schuldt-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8

While we do not work our way to heaven, if we love the
Lord we will want to serve Him!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 6

Greetings; God Bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Hold on fully to Christ, He will keep us moving  forward. He
will take us through the greatest challenges and lead us safely
home. (Albert Lee-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Stand firm in the Lord.
Philippians 4:1

When we find ourselves in scary places..look for God's hand, it
will always be there to lead us to safety...so hold on!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 5

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
God's love is so strong, available and stabilizing that we
can confidently step into each day knowing that the good
things are gifts from His hand and the challenges can be
faced in His strength. His love is what matters most!
(Bill Crowder-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might
live through him. 1 John 4:9

You notice that Scripture above says, "that we might live."
not just exist. God wants His children to be joyful! The words
Joy-joyful rejoice-enjotment are mentioned over 200 times in the
Bible; that tells us that our happiness matters to God!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Christians Should:
Wake up.
Get up.
Cheer up.
Look up.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Look to the Lord for his strength; seek his face always,
Psalm 105:4

Look again, when self-pity knocks at your door.
Look again, you've blessing yet to explore!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Paul really meant it when he said, "For me to live is Christ."
If he traveled, it was on an errand for Christ.
If he suffered it was in the service of Christ.
If he spoke, Christ was the theme.
If he wrote, Christ filled his letters.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
For me to live is Christ, to die is gain.
Philippians 1:24

I so often miss my goal, But I thank God, His grace for me
is ten-fold!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 2

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A man who walks with God will reach his destination.
(Henrietta Mears)

SCRIPTURE:
Those that hope in the Lord will walk and not be weary, they
will run and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Those of us, who walk with the Lord, will stumble now in then on
the bumps in the road, but if we reach out a hand God will lift  us
up to continue our journey!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 1

Greetings: God bless you this day!
Where has the year gone it's August already!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A valley...
Is ever before you and I.
A valley...
We must cross before we die.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Even though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Psalm 23:4

John Free once challenged us in a sermon, to write our own
version of the 23rd Psalm. And I did that and in this verse I said,
"Even though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I do fear
evil, for I have not grown to that pefect faith!" I have grown more
since then, but still not where David was in this Psalm.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 31

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Let tomorrow take care of itself,
For the future is not in your hand.
Let tomorrow take care of itself,
Today, do all that you can.
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow
will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of
its own. Matthew 6:34

Fretting about tomorrow will not bring it any sooner or
delay it any longer...besides God is already there!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 30

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Where we love is home, home that our feet may leave, but
not our hearts.( Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.)

 SCRIPTURE::
Now these three remain: Faith, hope and love, but the greatest
of theses is love 1 Corinthians 13:13

Where love abides...God abides.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but dream,
not only plan, but believe, (Anatole France)

SCRIPTURE:
I can do everything through him that gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13

"You can't!" Satan said. "I can!" says I.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 28

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Wonders of the heart
That Jesus loves me so,
That He would die for me
On a cross, so long ago.
(First verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
What is man that you are mindful of him, the son of
man that you care for him? Psalm 8:4

David, the shepherd boy, looked into the vastness of the heavens
and had wonder in his heart, that the God of creation loved him.
It is still a wonder to believers today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The Lord continues to provide for us. Sometimes the provisions
may come from an unexpected source. But whatever means God
chooses to use, we can rest assured every need will be supplied by
Jehovah-Jireh, "The Lord Who Provides."
(Jan Knox-Power for Today)

SCRIPTURE:
 His divine power has given us everything we need for life.
2 peter 1:3

Sometimes we get our and needs and our wants mixed up and feel God
has not answered our prayers. Our wants and needs are two entirely
different things.


Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

July 26

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

The greatest calamity is not to have failed, but to have failed to try.

(From my scrapbook)

SCRIPTURE:

Wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction and 

many enter through it. Matthew 7:13

When we fail to try...disappoints God so much...Jesus said the easy 

road keeps us out of touch! 

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda