Whom Shall You Fear?

yet again i have nothing to post about go figure.  Guess ill reveal another of my favorite verses =P.

I, the LORD, have called YOU in righteousness, And will hold YOUR hand:I will keep YOU and give YOU as a covenant to the people, as a light to the Gentiles.

~Isaiah 42:6~

And will hold your hand.  there are multiple instances in the bible that state GOD will hold your hand and guide you.  remember this today when something comes up that you are afraid of doing.  GOD is holding your hand whom shall you fear?  I am not afraid of death, because i know GOD will be with me here on earth and i will be with HIM for eternity after.  I am not afraid of the dark, because i know GOD is with me.  I am not afraid of pain, because i know GOD is with me through it holding my hand, that i can squeeze as hard as i want, and that HE, who died on the cross, can understand what i am going through.  I am not afraid of Satan, because i know with GOD at my side Satan is powerless against me.  I am truly afraid of one thing, and that one thing can open the way to all other fears.  I am afraid of walking away from CHRIST, not that HE will leave me but that i will leave HIM.  and without HIM i am afraid of everything.  

What are you afraid of?

~tickledpink~

Isaiah 43:1b-3a

Another one of my favorite verses:

Isaiah 43:1b-3a

"Fear not for I have redeemed you;

I have called you by your name;

You are MINE.

When you pass through the waters,

I will be with you;

And through the rivers,

They shall not overflow you.

When you walk through the fire,

You shall not be burned,

Nor shall the flame scorch you.

For I am the LORD your GOD,

The HOLY ONE of Israel,

Your SAVIOR."

We are HIS!  Even when flooded by the worries of this life HE will not forsake us!  

this may have been just what you needed to hear today or you might know someone who needs to hear that.

let us know how it impacts your life!

we love to hear from you

love yall and keep safe

~tickledpink1994~

In Remembrance

Luke 22:19

"And He took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is My body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of Me."

     Communion.  Depending on your denomination it is celebrated in many different ways.  Some churches have communion every Sunday, others only celebrate it on holidays.  Some churches use wine others use grape juice.  The differences go on and on.  Yet communion is more than a Sunday repentance.  

     Jesus took the bread and broke it.  The Free Dictionary by Farlex defines the term "break bread" as "to eat together".  How often do you eat with other people?  you probably eat with your family or friends everyday.  Jesus said to do this in remembrance of Me.  How often do we sit down to a meal and take time to remember the cross?  We may say grace before we dig in, but that doesn't mean we thank God for dieing for us.  Most of the meal time blessings ive heard go along the lines of Dear Lord, thank You for this food . . . amen.  Not that theres anything wrong with that but Jesus said to do it in remembrance of Him.  

     Next time you sit down for a meal remember what Christ did for us.  don't just thank Him for it but take a minute to remember Him.  

love yall

~tickledpink1994~

Renewed Strength

My favorite verse in the whole bible is probably Isaiah 40:28-31.  to me this one section sums up all of the Bible. Its covers the creation "The everlasting God, the Lord, The Creator of the ends of the earth", the fall of man "And the young men shall utterly fall", and finally the redemption "But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength".  I would like to take each part of this verse and tell you what it means to me.  Everyday this week i will leave a comment on this post explaining my view on each part of the verse.  i would love to hear what yall think as well.  again don't be afraid to use the Anonymous name tag.

Hope you had a good Halloween.
love yall,
~Tickledpink~

Verses

Romans 10:9 ⁹That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. This is probably my favorite verse. I really couldn't think of anything to post but here is another verse. <sup>Job 40:15-24

15</sup>Behold now behemoth, which I made with thee; he eateth grass as an ox.
¹⁶Lo now, his strength is in his loins, and his force is in the navel of his belly.
¹⁷He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together.
¹⁸His bones are as strong pieces of brass; his bones are like bars of iron.
¹⁹He is the chief of the ways of God: he that made him can make his sword to approach unto him.
²⁰Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play.
²¹He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens.
²²The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about.
²³Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth.
²⁴He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares.

Job 41:1-10

¹Canst thou draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord which thou lettest down?
²Canst thou put an hook into his nose? or bore his jaw through with a thorn?
³Will he make many supplications unto thee? will he speak soft words unto thee?
⁴Will he make a covenant with thee? wilt thou take him for a servant for ever?
⁵Wilt thou play with him as with a bird? or wilt thou bind him for thy maidens?
⁶Shall the companions make a banquet of him? shall they part him among the merchants?
⁷Canst thou fill his skin with barbed irons? or his head with fish spears?
⁸Lay thine hand upon him, remember the battle, do no more.
⁹Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not one be cast down even at the sight of him?
¹⁰None is so fierce that dare stir him up: who then is able to stand before me?

Prosperity of the Wicked

Sorry about not posting yesterday i sorta came up blank with what to write about.

Really i haven't anything to write about today either but i do have a favorite verse i would like to share.

Psalm 73

¹Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart.

²But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped.

³For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

⁴For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.

⁵They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men.

⁶Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.

⁷Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish.

⁸They are corrupt, and speak wickedly concerning oppression: they speak loftily.

⁹They set their mouth against the heavens, and their tongue walketh through the earth.

. . .

¹²Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.

. . .

¹⁶When I thought to know this, it was too painful for me;

¹⁷Until I went into the sanctuary of God; then understood I their end.

¹⁸Surely thou didst set them in slippery places: thou castedst them down into destruction.

¹⁹How are they brought into desolation, as in a moment! they are utterly consumed with terrors.

²⁰As a dream when one awaketh; so, O Lord, when thou awakest, thou shalt despise their image.

²¹Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins.

²²So foolish was I, and ignorant: I was as a beast before thee.

²³Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand.

²⁴Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.

²⁵Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.

²⁶My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.

²⁷For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee.

²⁸But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works.

Remember this next time temptation comes along. Next time you wonder why you try to do right, remember this verse. Next time you ask why the wicked prosper and not you, remember this verse.
may GOD bless you today in all your endeavors
love yall

Wordy Weapons

And take the Helmet of Salvation
and the Sword of the Spirit
which is the word of God; Ephesians 6:17

When Satan attacks are you just going to stand there and let him beat up on you? Will you give in to the temptation? Or will you protect yourself? Will you fight back? Ephesians 6:10-17 tells us how to protect ourselves from Satan. Paul lists five different pieces of armor that we need to equip when dealing with Satan. But eventually that armor will wear down. If we just let Satan attack us then even if we are protected he will eventually get through. If we want to survive through the war then we have to fight. The last thing on Paul's list of equipment is the Sword of the Spirit. With this we are able to beat Satan back and maybe (just maybe) get a few seconds of rest. What is the Sword of the Spirit? It is the word of God. We all know that words can hurt, so why not turn the tables on Satan. When Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness all Jesus used to beat him back was scripture. When we quote scripture we are telling Satan, "sorry to disappoint you but God says that you're wrong." Its like taking a sword and giving Satan a walloping. That is one reason it is so important to memorize scripture. Satan won't wait till we have our Bibles handy to attack. Hes going to hit us when we don't have Gods word handy, when he thinks we're unequipped. If we have memorized scripture then were ready anytime and anywhere.

On the devotionals and Challenges page im going to start posting a Monthly Verse. Even if you already know a lot of scripture, it never hurts to learn more. My challenge this week to all of us is to equip Gods word to our hearts that we might be ready when Satan attacks.
Love yall

Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God,
that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day,
and having done all, to stand.
Ephesians 6:13

James 1:19

James 1:19
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.

In HIS image

I will praise YOU, for i am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Psalm 139:14

GOD has made each one of us in HIS own image (Gen. 1:27). HE made us how HE wanted us. We are each beautiful. Everything that defines us as who we are was designed by GOD. HE made blondes for a reason. HE made short people for a reason. HE made extroverts and introverts all for a reason. Each one of us plays a role in HIS plan and we are specifically designed for that role. If we were any different we not be able to do the job HE has planned for us. You may be afraid to talk, don't worry, GOD needs someone to listen. You might never be quiet, don't worry, GOD needs someone to speak out for HIM. You may not be able to stand still, don't worry, GOD needs someone to spread the word. You might be afraid of large groups of people, don't worry, GOD needs someone to talk to individuals. You see GOD has a job for each and everyone of us, and HE created us just right to do that job. So praise the LORD for you are fearfully and wonderfully made!!

Talents

For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.
And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey.
Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.
And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two.
But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord's money.
After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.
And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more.
His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
He also that had received two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents: behold, I have gained two other talents beside them.
His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed:
And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.
His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:
Thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the exchangers, and then at my coming I should have received mine own with usury.
Take therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents.

GOD has given each one of us special talents. These may range from being a pro baseball player to being able to listen politely to your friends. Many people though don't recognize their talents. They think that since they cant sing or dance or play sports that GOD didn't give them any talents. This isn't true. GOD gave each of us talents. Some maybe more than others but at least a little bit to all. Some of the most worthwhile talents are the ones that aren't widely recognized. A good listener, a patient person, and an excited optimist are all example of big talents in little packages. Others of us are afraid to use our talents. We just let them sit there never trying to improve what we've got. If your talented at something it should be super easy right? Just cause GOD gave you a talent for something doesn't mean you're automatically the best at it. If GOD gave you a talent for listening that doesn't mean that you might not sometimes get tired of hearing people talk. Another thing we do is keep our talents to ourselves instead of giving them to GOD. We can not use our talents to their fullest if we keep a hold of them. We have to give them up to GOD. HE will do things with them that we did not even think possible. Just like Erryka said last week, sometimes what HE does with them might not make sense right then, but one day we will see that HE had a plan.

What talents did GOD give you? Will you let GOD use them for HIS glory? We'd love to hear from you so feel free to leave a comment.
Love yall

Scripture Memorization

Dont be turned off by the title of this post. Lately, I have been very disappointed when people have started talking about a subject, and I know its in the Bible, but i dont remember where. School, and songs are always a good thing to learn and memorize, but think how precious the Scriptures should be to us as Christians. It is what we base our faith on, what we hope and believe in. Because we have the Scriptures we have information about Jesus, early Christians, and practical life proverbs, however do we really take time to read it. Yes, some people now the lyrics to the top 20 songs in on itunes but they dont even pick up their bible!. Some people even read it, but dont really pay attention to it. Yes , im talking to those of us "me included" that are reading with our ipods on, or while we are talking to someone, texting, etc just so we can "get it done for the day" and check it off our what i should do list. So, I say start with Proverbs, these are some of the best lessons you will ever learn. Read one chapter a day, it should take less than five minutes. If you dont have five minutes, read one verse, you can not honestly tell me you dont have 20 seconds now can you? Jot down passages that are helpful and memorize them. You never now when you will need them.

I Love Salt

"You are the salt of the earth;but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men." Matt. 5:13

How much salt does it take to flavor something? Very little right? How much love does it take to improve someones day? A smile, a hug, a pair of ears? last week Erryka challenged you to take your eyes off yourself and look at other peoples needs. This week i challenge you to act on that. Now that you see what other people need show them that you not only see it but you care about it. Remember the formula for J.O.Y.?

I also challenge us to hold each other responsible to these challenges. I havent held through a single one yet!! which is sad since im the one posting them!! So find someone who will remind you and remind you and remind you to go out there and LOVE!!!

Love ya and happy belated easter!!!

The End

Most little kids end a paper they wrote for school with "The End" cause it seems so appropriate for them. Thank Jesus that he didn't do that! He didn't say , The end when the world is over. We have a hope in Christ Jesus that in "The End" of this world we will still live. Many of you know I am home schooled. And one thing that we do is take a bible class. This week my verse to memorize was

2 Timothy 3:1-5, and verse 12 - which says, But mark this : There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with them.

In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.

While we as Christians, are facing the end of this world, lets not forget those who have no hope and this is it for them. I for one am excited when I see the bible fulfilled. But, I still feel bad for those who reject Christ, b/c they dont have any hope at all. If you dont know Jesus, know where you are going now. Look to the right of this blog and there are steps to lead you too Christ, and if you are saved but want to share Christ with someone else , feel free to write the steps down , and put them in your purse, or pocket.

Fruitful Growth in the Faith

Second Peter 1:5-11

But also for this very reason,
Giving all diligence,
Add to your faith virtue,
To virtue knowledge,
To knowledge self-control,
To self-control perseverance,
To perseverance GODliness,
To GODliness brotherly kindness,
To brotherly kindness love.

For if these things are yours and abound,
You will be neither barren nor unfruitful
In the knowledge of our LORD JESUS CHRIST.
For he who lacks these things is shortsighted,
Even to blindness,
And has forgotten that he was cleansed from his old sins.

Therefore ,brethren, be even more diligence
To make your call and election sure,
For if you do these things you will never stumble;
For so an entrance will be supplied to you abundantly
Into the everlasting kingdom
or our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST.

Define: Love

Love ... what a complex word. Today love is used in many different ways. So when CHRIST tells us to love what exactly does HE mean? The dictionary has very broad terminology for the word but the Bible does not. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 says

Love suffers long and is kind;
Love does not envy;
Love does not parade itself, is not puffed up;
does not behave rudely,
does not seek its own,
is not provoked,
thinks no evil;
does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth;
Bears all things, Believes all thing, hopes all things, endues all things.
Love never fails.

Today I challenge you to Love. Make a list of all the things love is and is not and how you could apply it to your life.


May Christ guide yall today
I love you all and remember LOVE NEVER FAILS