1. Look to the true SOURCE.
And you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.
- Deuteronomy 8:18
2. Giving to the Lord.
On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come.
-1 Corinthians 16:2
3. Giving to the poor.
He who gives to the poor will not lack,
But he who hides his eyes will have many curses.
- Proverbs 28:27
4. Hard work.
The plans of the diligent lead surely to plenty,
But those of everyone who is hasty, surely to poverty.
- Proverbs 21:5
5. Generousity.
Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.
- Luke 6:38
6. Obedience to the Word of God.
This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.
- Joshua 1:8
7. Change your self concept, and gain your true identity/destiny in Christ.
Keep your heart with all diligence,
For out of it spring the issues of life.
- Proverbs 4:23
8. Replace criticism, fault finding and complaining with intercession and love.
Is it not to share your bread with the hungry,
And that you bring to your house the poor who are cast out;
When you see the naked, that you cover him,
And not hide yourself from your own flesh?
Then your light shall break forth like the morning,
Your healing shall spring forth speedily,
And your righteousness shall go before you;
The glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard.
Then you shall call, and the LORD will answer;
You shall cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’
“ If you take away the yoke from your midst,
The pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness.
- Isaiah 58:7-9
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
I Just Got This In An Email
I just got an email with this in it, and I thought it was wonderful. So I thought we should have it on our blog.
By the time the Lord made woman,He was into his sixth day of working overtime.An angel appeared and said,'Why are you spending so much time on this one?'And the Lord answered, 'Have you seen my spec sheet on her?She has to be completely washable, but not plastic,Have over 200 movable parts, all replaceableAnd able to run on diet coke and leftovers,Have a lap that can hold four children at one time,Have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart-and she will do everythingWith only two hands.'
The angel was astounded at the requirements.'Only two hands!? No way!And that's just on the standard model?That's too much work for one day.Wait until tomorrow to finish.''But I won't, ' the Lord protested.'I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart.She already heals herself when she is sickAND can work 18 hour days.'
The angel moved closer and touched the woman.'But you have made her so soft, Lord.''She is soft,' the Lord agreed,'but I have also made her tough.You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish.''
Will she be able to think?', asked the angel.The Lord replied,'Not only will she be able to think,She will be able to reason and negotiate.'
The angel then noticed something,And reaching out, touched the woman's cheek.'Oops, it looks like you have a leak in this model.I told you that you were trying to put too much into this one.''
That's not a leak,'The Lord corrected,'that's a tear!''What's the tear for?' the angel asked.The Lord said, 'The tear is her way of expressing her joy,Her sorrow, her pain, her disappointment, her love,Her loneliness, her grief and her pride.'
The angel was impressed.'You are a genius, Lord.You thought of everything!Woman is truly amazing.'
And she is!Women have strengths that amaze men.They bear hardships and they carry burdens,But they hold happiness,Love and joy.They smile when they want to scream.They sing when they want to cry.They cry when they are happyAnd laugh when they are nervous.They fight for what they believe in.They stand up to injustice.
They don't take 'no' for an answerWhen they believe there is a better solution.They go without so their family can have.They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.They love unconditionally.They cry when their children excel, and cheer when their friends get awards.They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail youTo show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.They bring joy, hope and love.They have compassion and ideals.They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give...
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE TINY FLAW IN WOMEN,IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
The One Flaw In Women
By the time the Lord made woman,He was into his sixth day of working overtime.An angel appeared and said,'Why are you spending so much time on this one?'And the Lord answered, 'Have you seen my spec sheet on her?She has to be completely washable, but not plastic,Have over 200 movable parts, all replaceableAnd able to run on diet coke and leftovers,Have a lap that can hold four children at one time,Have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart-and she will do everythingWith only two hands.'
The angel was astounded at the requirements.'Only two hands!? No way!And that's just on the standard model?That's too much work for one day.Wait until tomorrow to finish.''But I won't, ' the Lord protested.'I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart.She already heals herself when she is sickAND can work 18 hour days.'
The angel moved closer and touched the woman.'But you have made her so soft, Lord.''She is soft,' the Lord agreed,'but I have also made her tough.You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish.''
Will she be able to think?', asked the angel.The Lord replied,'Not only will she be able to think,She will be able to reason and negotiate.'
The angel then noticed something,And reaching out, touched the woman's cheek.'Oops, it looks like you have a leak in this model.I told you that you were trying to put too much into this one.''
That's not a leak,'The Lord corrected,'that's a tear!''What's the tear for?' the angel asked.The Lord said, 'The tear is her way of expressing her joy,Her sorrow, her pain, her disappointment, her love,Her loneliness, her grief and her pride.'
The angel was impressed.'You are a genius, Lord.You thought of everything!Woman is truly amazing.'
And she is!Women have strengths that amaze men.They bear hardships and they carry burdens,But they hold happiness,Love and joy.They smile when they want to scream.They sing when they want to cry.They cry when they are happyAnd laugh when they are nervous.They fight for what they believe in.They stand up to injustice.
They don't take 'no' for an answerWhen they believe there is a better solution.They go without so their family can have.They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.They love unconditionally.They cry when their children excel, and cheer when their friends get awards.They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail youTo show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.They bring joy, hope and love.They have compassion and ideals.They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give...
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE TINY FLAW IN WOMEN,IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
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