I have a question?
How many of you who have ever read the bible, and got to know Jesus in a very personal way, can say He ever wavered from whom He is? Meaning Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever, His actions toward us do not change. Right?
It has come to my attention from others about the Church, and how they see the Church, now most of the people I am specking about is "the Church"; however there have been some phone calls and complaints about the Church at large, No pointing fingers at any certain body, just the Church as a whole. The complaints are, I see so and so in the church, and he/she welcome me and say they are glad to see me, and then a day of two later I will see the same person in a store, and I hear them gossip, act rude, and even cuss...
I am writing this, because I feel we are call to be who we are in Christ Jesus at all times, if indeed that is who we are, don't get me wrong we still live in a flesh suit, however if our heart is truly changed and we are endeavoring to be like Christ, then something is wrong. And I know some people just look for excuses to not come to Church, however let the chips fall where they may.
I myself have come up against this kind of behavior, there are leaders in the Church who treat a person with all this and a bag of chips, until you do not bend their way. Then they are like ice water. This should not be, I have ask for people to keep me accountable for my action, I would not want to hurt any sheep with my actions that look like the world instead of Christ like.
Yes there is a line drawn in the sand, and every one of us have to know what that line is, and to be honest the older we become in Jesus that line become more defined.
King David wrote in Psalm 139:23-24 saying:
Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; and see if there be any hurtful way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way. "NIV”
I think all of us need a heart check up. I know I need one daily, how about you? Even when we have had a bad day, that is no reason to take it out on our families, as well the family of God, and most certainly the lost sheep, for we are truly the only bible some people read, they may pick up a bible and read it, however we as the Church act like the world, what does say to those searching for the truth, and all they get is error. Yes we will make mis-takes, and God will picks back up. I felt to get this out, because we are living is dark days, and we must allow God's Light to shine brightly so those who are lost can fine their way.
Thank you for taking the time to read, and feel to add a comment.
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
Copyright @ 2008 all rights reserved
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Balance
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to share a revelation I came upon this past week. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetics about two years ago, and I did what I think most faith-walking Christian do, I said NO, I do not have that problem, and no one in my family does, I refuse to take that report. Well I did a lot of praying, and God was gracious to me, He gave me the wisdom I needed to eat right, and exercise, I became very sanative to my body and how I felt, so I knew when my sugar was high or low, however I did not know I was destroying my body by being hard headed, and refusing to take the whole council of God, And because of this I have damaged 75% of my nerves in my feet and legs, so please take heed on what you hear and read from the Lord, and obey. In Proverbs 18 amp bible says, and I paraphrase it, if you do not do all you can to heal yourself with what God has given you, then it is like a man who commits seaside. Powerful words, the Bible also says that God gave us all things that pertain to Health and Godliness, so He expects us to do our part, and then He can do His. I saw my error and repeated, and the Lord told me to go ahead and take the meds. Until the manifestation of my healing, and I have, and now my sugar has been totally at normal range, thank you Jesus... Do not be deceived God is not mocked, what so ever a man sows is what he/she shall also reap....
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
I wanted to share a revelation I came upon this past week. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetics about two years ago, and I did what I think most faith-walking Christian do, I said NO, I do not have that problem, and no one in my family does, I refuse to take that report. Well I did a lot of praying, and God was gracious to me, He gave me the wisdom I needed to eat right, and exercise, I became very sanative to my body and how I felt, so I knew when my sugar was high or low, however I did not know I was destroying my body by being hard headed, and refusing to take the whole council of God, And because of this I have damaged 75% of my nerves in my feet and legs, so please take heed on what you hear and read from the Lord, and obey. In Proverbs 18 amp bible says, and I paraphrase it, if you do not do all you can to heal yourself with what God has given you, then it is like a man who commits seaside. Powerful words, the Bible also says that God gave us all things that pertain to Health and Godliness, so He expects us to do our part, and then He can do His. I saw my error and repeated, and the Lord told me to go ahead and take the meds. Until the manifestation of my healing, and I have, and now my sugar has been totally at normal range, thank you Jesus... Do not be deceived God is not mocked, what so ever a man sows is what he/she shall also reap....
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Where is your Security?
Where is your security? 09/27/2008
For the past months the Lord has been peeling me away on where my security lays;
Wow I thought I knew, haha. As the Lord would come and visit with me, He showed me that when certain people did show respect, or consideration, I would get my feelings hurt, and could not figure out why. Well as I sought for the Lords direction on these matters, and the root of why I felt the way I did, He began to show me.
Now it did not come all at once, I do not think my heart could have took it. The first thing He showed me was my sons, and I held them in a place that at the end cause friction, and again I did not know why the friction?
I love my sons and daughter in love and grandson so much it hurts at times. However when it comes to the Lord, Jesus had to be the one who occupied the throne of my heart. This is one of the hardest to lay down, however if I want what is best for them that is what I needed to do for all of us, so they too can find their way to Jesus.
Next I discovered that I was being very touchy with my pastor, and I am sure he didn’t know his actions were causing me pain, non-communication brings forth evil thoughts.
I knew he always had my best interest at heart, but action did not appear that way. So again back on the wheel, crush, crush goes the wheel, then the Lord again showed me my security is not in my pastor either, (which I knew in my mind, just needed a heart check up).
This past Thursday the Lord came to me and said I need to renounce self, and self-centered ways!!!!!! I went what? Me? On and on, then I got still, and I saw the thing God was saying. Life is not about me; it is about loving my Father Jesus and my neighbor as my self. SO how do you do that? One step at a time. You have to loose your life in order to gain it.
The last thing God is doing in this process is delivering from self-sufficiency. This is part of renouncing self; For pretty much all my life I have had to rely on me, I have been is survival mode for so long, that when God tries to take care of me, I feel I have to help Him out. I think I have to keep doing and doing, and now it has been showed to almost be it not a stronghold in my life. Since last January the Lord has told, “Be still and know that I am GOD”. Their have many things in my heart that wanted to run, and do and figure it all out, but God keeps saying be still.
Do you know how hard that is for someone who thinks she has had to do everything for herself? For someone who could never count on anyone to help her, just a brief background, so you will know where I am coming from in this.
“I lived in Calif. until I married at the old age of 14 years. Move to Texas at 15 with my husband in small town of 210 people after living in a million plus environment, by this time I had under gone two surgeries. We were married 20 years, and during that time, I had two wonderful lovely sons, and again under went one surgery after another, all total to present, 20 major operation, and for the most part had no help until this last two, Thank you Jesus. I have endured hardship of losing jobs and two marriage, the 2nd one because I would not renounce Jesus Christ, Lost one job and don’t even know why to this day, they just shown up after two years of faithful service and said, “Sorry we no longer require your services… In short through two marriages two kids and 20 surgeries, moving to a different state, and then God having me move to nine different places while attending Victory Bible Institute, and still going through some stuff, Lost of friends, family, lost of both parent at the age of 9 and 16. This is just a very condensed version.
I have discovered “My God shall supply all my needs.” Whatsoever it maybe, from love to food, to furniture, cloths, water, support to my emotions, spiritual, bills being paid, to a good laugh, and the one that the Lord has instilled in me is His peace, Nothing missing, nothing broken. He is the great fixer.”
I do not say all this for me, I say it to the Glory of God that is so patient with us, and He will take He good time to ensure we get it, and when we do realize He is our all in all, then
things will begin to happen.
Happy Reading
All rights reserved Ó by Jacqueline Roland 2008
For the past months the Lord has been peeling me away on where my security lays;
Wow I thought I knew, haha. As the Lord would come and visit with me, He showed me that when certain people did show respect, or consideration, I would get my feelings hurt, and could not figure out why. Well as I sought for the Lords direction on these matters, and the root of why I felt the way I did, He began to show me.
Now it did not come all at once, I do not think my heart could have took it. The first thing He showed me was my sons, and I held them in a place that at the end cause friction, and again I did not know why the friction?
I love my sons and daughter in love and grandson so much it hurts at times. However when it comes to the Lord, Jesus had to be the one who occupied the throne of my heart. This is one of the hardest to lay down, however if I want what is best for them that is what I needed to do for all of us, so they too can find their way to Jesus.
Next I discovered that I was being very touchy with my pastor, and I am sure he didn’t know his actions were causing me pain, non-communication brings forth evil thoughts.
I knew he always had my best interest at heart, but action did not appear that way. So again back on the wheel, crush, crush goes the wheel, then the Lord again showed me my security is not in my pastor either, (which I knew in my mind, just needed a heart check up).
This past Thursday the Lord came to me and said I need to renounce self, and self-centered ways!!!!!! I went what? Me? On and on, then I got still, and I saw the thing God was saying. Life is not about me; it is about loving my Father Jesus and my neighbor as my self. SO how do you do that? One step at a time. You have to loose your life in order to gain it.
The last thing God is doing in this process is delivering from self-sufficiency. This is part of renouncing self; For pretty much all my life I have had to rely on me, I have been is survival mode for so long, that when God tries to take care of me, I feel I have to help Him out. I think I have to keep doing and doing, and now it has been showed to almost be it not a stronghold in my life. Since last January the Lord has told, “Be still and know that I am GOD”. Their have many things in my heart that wanted to run, and do and figure it all out, but God keeps saying be still.
Do you know how hard that is for someone who thinks she has had to do everything for herself? For someone who could never count on anyone to help her, just a brief background, so you will know where I am coming from in this.
“I lived in Calif. until I married at the old age of 14 years. Move to Texas at 15 with my husband in small town of 210 people after living in a million plus environment, by this time I had under gone two surgeries. We were married 20 years, and during that time, I had two wonderful lovely sons, and again under went one surgery after another, all total to present, 20 major operation, and for the most part had no help until this last two, Thank you Jesus. I have endured hardship of losing jobs and two marriage, the 2nd one because I would not renounce Jesus Christ, Lost one job and don’t even know why to this day, they just shown up after two years of faithful service and said, “Sorry we no longer require your services… In short through two marriages two kids and 20 surgeries, moving to a different state, and then God having me move to nine different places while attending Victory Bible Institute, and still going through some stuff, Lost of friends, family, lost of both parent at the age of 9 and 16. This is just a very condensed version.
I have discovered “My God shall supply all my needs.” Whatsoever it maybe, from love to food, to furniture, cloths, water, support to my emotions, spiritual, bills being paid, to a good laugh, and the one that the Lord has instilled in me is His peace, Nothing missing, nothing broken. He is the great fixer.”
I do not say all this for me, I say it to the Glory of God that is so patient with us, and He will take He good time to ensure we get it, and when we do realize He is our all in all, then
things will begin to happen.
Happy Reading
All rights reserved Ó by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
Waking with God
I watch a movie of about a man’s life this past week, I viewed it twice; my calling again screamed at me though this. This was an autobiography of Neale Donald Walsch (if I have spelled it right) He told of how God came to him and woke him up to talk with him, and out of this Neal wrote three books called, "Conversation with God” I have not read the books as of yet, however the DVD on his life ministered much to my heart. He had said how God talks with us all day long in different ways, such as a book, or show or even an ad on a billboard, and Mr. Neale Donald Walsch is right.
The question is are we, or I should say am I listening. Are you listening to that small still voice that sounds like you? God uses our own spirit with in us to get a message, and if that does not work, He will use something else, however He is always talking to us, and He love it, and He loves it when we get.
Think a minute how you feel inside when all of a sudden you hear the Holy Spirit, and you turn to see who was talking to you! WOW chills go up your spine, hehe it is almost like the Lord running His fingers up and down your spine to tickle you. I want to just share this a bit, because God wants to wake us up, He woke me up at 4 am this morning, my first thought was good morning, and that we must have an appointment together, Oh Thank You Jesus, then He spoke to my heart to remind me of a blessing He said I was going to get, that He was more than enough, now why do you think God felt like He needed to wake me up at four in the morning to tell me this? I believe one reason is He can, but I lead toward the fact that He wanted top strongly encourage me that it was still coming, and by getting me up so early, when I had rather be asleep in dream land, He says, Good Morning Daughter, it time to get up....Is God waking you up, and do you hear Him through out your day, be still in your heart and listen to what He has to say.
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
The question is are we, or I should say am I listening. Are you listening to that small still voice that sounds like you? God uses our own spirit with in us to get a message, and if that does not work, He will use something else, however He is always talking to us, and He love it, and He loves it when we get.
Think a minute how you feel inside when all of a sudden you hear the Holy Spirit, and you turn to see who was talking to you! WOW chills go up your spine, hehe it is almost like the Lord running His fingers up and down your spine to tickle you. I want to just share this a bit, because God wants to wake us up, He woke me up at 4 am this morning, my first thought was good morning, and that we must have an appointment together, Oh Thank You Jesus, then He spoke to my heart to remind me of a blessing He said I was going to get, that He was more than enough, now why do you think God felt like He needed to wake me up at four in the morning to tell me this? I believe one reason is He can, but I lead toward the fact that He wanted top strongly encourage me that it was still coming, and by getting me up so early, when I had rather be asleep in dream land, He says, Good Morning Daughter, it time to get up....Is God waking you up, and do you hear Him through out your day, be still in your heart and listen to what He has to say.
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
Thursday, September 11, 2008
What is God up to
I think God is up to all good, He is asking us to press into Him, and when I think about that, I see myself snuggling up against Him and being wrapped up in Him, all of His nature. His love, and kindness, His goodness, his trust, and blessedness, can you just see yourself, Papa God loves us all so much, He wants to take us and bounce us on His lap, and He wants to sing over us with love songs. As we allow Papa God to love us right into Heaven, then all of hellish things will be loose from us, never to be seen again. So let Him love you as you fall more in love with Him and all that He is.
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Angles
The bible tells us in Hebrews 13:2
Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Have you ever had an encounter with your angel? I have two times now. The first time was in 1991 when I had a quad-triple back and neck surgery, there was a large black woman who stayed at by bedside all through the night; she kept turning me every few hours, she sung over me all night, and padded my back so I could cough.
I had already had a time of leaving my physical body during surgery, I had watch the doctor flip me over like a rag doll, and when I ask the doctors why they flipped me so, they were amazed I knew that.
Well after I was able to get up; I had asked about this nurse because I wanted to thank her, and the staff at the hospital said there was no such person. Somehow I knew it had to be my angel, who God sent to spare me from death, I was not ready to meet the Lord at that time.
Again Aug. 2008 was on a mission for the Lord and stop in Tulsa for a refreshing of the Lord, and I decided to go to the alter at the end of Sunday night service, and I felt the of a hand on me, for that is how it is done at this church, and I look over my shoulder at a young lady, I though ok, then on my other shoulder I felt the present of the Lord, and I looked, and it was her again, the same black lady who was my nurse that night in 1991.
This time as I turned around and the other lady was gone, and only my Angel was standing there, she spoke Jere. 29:11 into my heart, and much, much more, for the work that was ahead of me was dangerous to the soul and God was filling me up and equipping me for the war ahead.
As I left the alter that night I turn around to look at her again and she was gone.
God has ministering angels about for us, so next time when a stranger comes in your path and build you up, and you know only God could have sent them, them treat them kindly, and with honor.
Happy Reading
Copyright By Jacqueline Roland 2008
Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Have you ever had an encounter with your angel? I have two times now. The first time was in 1991 when I had a quad-triple back and neck surgery, there was a large black woman who stayed at by bedside all through the night; she kept turning me every few hours, she sung over me all night, and padded my back so I could cough.
I had already had a time of leaving my physical body during surgery, I had watch the doctor flip me over like a rag doll, and when I ask the doctors why they flipped me so, they were amazed I knew that.
Well after I was able to get up; I had asked about this nurse because I wanted to thank her, and the staff at the hospital said there was no such person. Somehow I knew it had to be my angel, who God sent to spare me from death, I was not ready to meet the Lord at that time.
Again Aug. 2008 was on a mission for the Lord and stop in Tulsa for a refreshing of the Lord, and I decided to go to the alter at the end of Sunday night service, and I felt the of a hand on me, for that is how it is done at this church, and I look over my shoulder at a young lady, I though ok, then on my other shoulder I felt the present of the Lord, and I looked, and it was her again, the same black lady who was my nurse that night in 1991.
This time as I turned around and the other lady was gone, and only my Angel was standing there, she spoke Jere. 29:11 into my heart, and much, much more, for the work that was ahead of me was dangerous to the soul and God was filling me up and equipping me for the war ahead.
As I left the alter that night I turn around to look at her again and she was gone.
God has ministering angels about for us, so next time when a stranger comes in your path and build you up, and you know only God could have sent them, them treat them kindly, and with honor.
Happy Reading
Copyright By Jacqueline Roland 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Who's money and things are they?
Below you will read some of my notes from an service I have attended, and how much it has change my own mind set, and as you read I pray it will change yours in Jesus name.
If you would like to hear the service go to:
www.gatewaypeople.com and to media
Notes from
Breaking the Spirit of Mammon - Robert Morris
By Jacqueline Roland
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Luke 16":9
1. Make friends for your selves with unrighteous Mammon so when you fail they will receive you.
You cannot serve two masters; you cannot serve God and mammon. you will love the one and hate the other.
2.mamon is: a Ceria god, meaning riches, unholy...from Babylon means sow in confusion, this spirit will say you don't need God, you need money, all money has the spirit of mammon, or the Spirit of God, all money needs to be redeemed, and you do this by giving the first portion to God, when you do this, God will bless your money for the Kingdom.
Unredeemed money only want to to have things, and wants it to serve it, it gives you false promises, of security, and happiness, and joy and peace, but money can not do that, money will cause a person to hate God, when we lack money we become upset, and thing God is not doing what He said, however God is putting us through a test to see who we will serve.... mammon says it is the answer to all things, because mammon want to be our god,,,,
it says if you have more money you will Babylon to help more people....this is a false life,
God said if you will give God the gifts that God has given you, and the money you are blessed with give it back to God and use not just for yourself, but bless the Kingdom of God. People are the only thing we can take to Heaven; you never saw a person has died take with him a trailer of his belongings to heaven.
In the book of Rev. the Anita Christ says we can not buy or sell unless we have his mark, the spirit of mammon is the spirit of Anita Christ.
When we redeem our money by submitting it to God and we will be able to save the billions of people, and when we fail which means died, there will be people from all over the world greeting us and loving us because we gave to the Kingdom of Heaven. this is the true riches.
Luke 16:9 Every life we touch through a ministry or church that helps those around the people world, we also get rewards from this.
Can God trust you? Can He know that we will be faith with true riches, and these true riches are people, however if we can not be faithful with the money God has given us, how can God trust us with people which is the true riches.
4. We must be a good Stewarts of what God has given us, and we must remember that God is our only recourse, and when God gives us something to bless a child with a cup of cold water, or food or what ever the need is, and we channel all that God has asked us to do, and pass it on, then God will pass more to us, and as long as this Holy stewardship happens, God will be able to trust us with much.... There is no limit to what God will do for a good Stewart, and for those who say I do not have enough, and as long as you have that mind set, you will never have any, but be faithful with what God gives you, and God will give you more and more...
We must remember all that we have is Gods, and we must get this in our hearts so we can finish the calls of God on our lives.
When we give, ask God for a hundred fold return in souls, that is when it truly is Holy money, and this is the only money Blessed of the Lord.
Happy reading
Copyrights of notes by Jacqueline Roland 2008
If you would like to hear the service go to:
www.gatewaypeople.com and to media
Notes from
Breaking the Spirit of Mammon - Robert Morris
By Jacqueline Roland
.
Luke 16":9
1. Make friends for your selves with unrighteous Mammon so when you fail they will receive you.
You cannot serve two masters; you cannot serve God and mammon. you will love the one and hate the other.
2.mamon is: a Ceria god, meaning riches, unholy...from Babylon means sow in confusion, this spirit will say you don't need God, you need money, all money has the spirit of mammon, or the Spirit of God, all money needs to be redeemed, and you do this by giving the first portion to God, when you do this, God will bless your money for the Kingdom.
Unredeemed money only want to to have things, and wants it to serve it, it gives you false promises, of security, and happiness, and joy and peace, but money can not do that, money will cause a person to hate God, when we lack money we become upset, and thing God is not doing what He said, however God is putting us through a test to see who we will serve.... mammon says it is the answer to all things, because mammon want to be our god,,,,
it says if you have more money you will Babylon to help more people....this is a false life,
God said if you will give God the gifts that God has given you, and the money you are blessed with give it back to God and use not just for yourself, but bless the Kingdom of God. People are the only thing we can take to Heaven; you never saw a person has died take with him a trailer of his belongings to heaven.
In the book of Rev. the Anita Christ says we can not buy or sell unless we have his mark, the spirit of mammon is the spirit of Anita Christ.
When we redeem our money by submitting it to God and we will be able to save the billions of people, and when we fail which means died, there will be people from all over the world greeting us and loving us because we gave to the Kingdom of Heaven. this is the true riches.
Luke 16:9 Every life we touch through a ministry or church that helps those around the people world, we also get rewards from this.
Can God trust you? Can He know that we will be faith with true riches, and these true riches are people, however if we can not be faithful with the money God has given us, how can God trust us with people which is the true riches.
4. We must be a good Stewarts of what God has given us, and we must remember that God is our only recourse, and when God gives us something to bless a child with a cup of cold water, or food or what ever the need is, and we channel all that God has asked us to do, and pass it on, then God will pass more to us, and as long as this Holy stewardship happens, God will be able to trust us with much.... There is no limit to what God will do for a good Stewart, and for those who say I do not have enough, and as long as you have that mind set, you will never have any, but be faithful with what God gives you, and God will give you more and more...
We must remember all that we have is Gods, and we must get this in our hearts so we can finish the calls of God on our lives.
When we give, ask God for a hundred fold return in souls, that is when it truly is Holy money, and this is the only money Blessed of the Lord.
Happy reading
Copyrights of notes by Jacqueline Roland 2008
What is Faith?
What is Faith?
We hear a lot about faith today, faith in a lot of things but the real thing. The bible says in Mark 11:23, and here is the KJV with Strong’s meanings:
Mark 11:23
For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
What does this really mean for you and I?
Have you ever thought why things do not happen when you pray?
I sure have, and I got the answer a few weeks ago, so I would like to share it now with you.
We pray and pray and time marches on and nothing, is this a test from God? Are my prayers hitting the roof? Why God are you not hearing me?
These are just a few questions all of us ask at one time or another. The answer really is in Mark 11:23, let look at it together shall we….
Who is whosoever? That would be you and me. When we confess with our mouths what we would like for God to do according to His will, it shall be done, God is not a liar, and will not be mocked. Galatians 6:7-10
7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. 8 For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.
Faith is what God gives us in our dreams and visions, when we are seeking the Lord with our whole heart the very place you are standing in right now is the will of God Your Father. When God give you something in His word, and in a dream hold on to it, no matter what man might say, do not let anyone or anything steal your dreams, those are Holy Things for Jesus to you. Faith is what you see with your heart and Spirit man by the Holy Spirit, things not yet manifested in the natural, however they are already in the Spirit waiting to come forth. Hang on your dreams are right there, see them with your eyes of Faith.
Lord Jesus I pray for anyone that might be reading this right now in Jesus name, they you will open up to them the gift of faith, you said in Your Word Lord Jesus, that if we have the faith the size of a grain of mustard seed we could come to You and ask what ever are heart desire according to Your will.
And we will have it, so Lord Jesus pour out to those who have need right now in Jesus name, and for all those who have never ask Jesus to come in to their hearts and live and forgive them of their sins, and be Lord and Savior of theirs live,
Just pray this simple pray and go tell someone, for my your mouth you confess the Lord Jesus Christ salvation is made unto you in Jesus name.
Coperight By Jacqueline Roland
Happy Reading
We hear a lot about faith today, faith in a lot of things but the real thing. The bible says in Mark 11:23, and here is the KJV with Strong’s meanings:
Mark 11:23
For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
What does this really mean for you and I?
Have you ever thought why things do not happen when you pray?
I sure have, and I got the answer a few weeks ago, so I would like to share it now with you.
We pray and pray and time marches on and nothing, is this a test from God? Are my prayers hitting the roof? Why God are you not hearing me?
These are just a few questions all of us ask at one time or another. The answer really is in Mark 11:23, let look at it together shall we….
Who is whosoever? That would be you and me. When we confess with our mouths what we would like for God to do according to His will, it shall be done, God is not a liar, and will not be mocked. Galatians 6:7-10
7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. 8 For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.
Faith is what God gives us in our dreams and visions, when we are seeking the Lord with our whole heart the very place you are standing in right now is the will of God Your Father. When God give you something in His word, and in a dream hold on to it, no matter what man might say, do not let anyone or anything steal your dreams, those are Holy Things for Jesus to you. Faith is what you see with your heart and Spirit man by the Holy Spirit, things not yet manifested in the natural, however they are already in the Spirit waiting to come forth. Hang on your dreams are right there, see them with your eyes of Faith.
Lord Jesus I pray for anyone that might be reading this right now in Jesus name, they you will open up to them the gift of faith, you said in Your Word Lord Jesus, that if we have the faith the size of a grain of mustard seed we could come to You and ask what ever are heart desire according to Your will.
And we will have it, so Lord Jesus pour out to those who have need right now in Jesus name, and for all those who have never ask Jesus to come in to their hearts and live and forgive them of their sins, and be Lord and Savior of theirs live,
Just pray this simple pray and go tell someone, for my your mouth you confess the Lord Jesus Christ salvation is made unto you in Jesus name.
Coperight By Jacqueline Roland
Happy Reading
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
The Love of God
The Love of God
07/30/2008
Have you ever wondered about the times you just cannot get in the word of God? Or life just seems to take over and time slips away and at the end of a day you think; I haven’t even spoken two words to God except “Good Morning”.
It happens to everyone I am sure, however when it happens to you, all these thoughts overtake you,
1. You messed up now.
2. You don’t really love God.
3. God is going to be so mad at you.
4. You have missed your blessing.
5. Your punishment awaits you.
All these things come creeping in your mind, and none of them are true. The Lord showed me as I had walked this out with Him.
Papa God asked me if I go a day or two or even three and I have not talked to my one of my sons because they have been so busy, does that make me love them any less? NO I said, and if they should talk hard to you does that stop your love for them? Again NO. Ok what about the stun your younger son did; did it make you love him less? No Lord, it made me upset at him, but my love wanted to comfort him and tell him to rise above this and go on, that is now the pass, leave it there.
Well Papa said, don’t you think I understand as well when things get you down, or so busy you do not take as much time with me for the moment?
I live with-in you, I am always with you, if time slips away were you can not sit down a bit and read My Word, well daughter I AM the WORD. Do not let wrong thoughts enter in, trust My Love for you, and live in peace and joy whatever state you fine yourself in.
So if you ever find yourself in this way, just remember Jesus lives within you, He is always there to encourage you and bring you out to the place of His peace and joy and comfort. Just call on Him… Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland All rights reserved.
07/30/2008
Have you ever wondered about the times you just cannot get in the word of God? Or life just seems to take over and time slips away and at the end of a day you think; I haven’t even spoken two words to God except “Good Morning”.
It happens to everyone I am sure, however when it happens to you, all these thoughts overtake you,
1. You messed up now.
2. You don’t really love God.
3. God is going to be so mad at you.
4. You have missed your blessing.
5. Your punishment awaits you.
All these things come creeping in your mind, and none of them are true. The Lord showed me as I had walked this out with Him.
Papa God asked me if I go a day or two or even three and I have not talked to my one of my sons because they have been so busy, does that make me love them any less? NO I said, and if they should talk hard to you does that stop your love for them? Again NO. Ok what about the stun your younger son did; did it make you love him less? No Lord, it made me upset at him, but my love wanted to comfort him and tell him to rise above this and go on, that is now the pass, leave it there.
Well Papa said, don’t you think I understand as well when things get you down, or so busy you do not take as much time with me for the moment?
I live with-in you, I am always with you, if time slips away were you can not sit down a bit and read My Word, well daughter I AM the WORD. Do not let wrong thoughts enter in, trust My Love for you, and live in peace and joy whatever state you fine yourself in.
So if you ever find yourself in this way, just remember Jesus lives within you, He is always there to encourage you and bring you out to the place of His peace and joy and comfort. Just call on Him… Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland All rights reserved.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Our Mouths
I read a story today in a book that talked about these two men who were going hunting; they both dressing up in camouflage, from head gear to glasses, even their weapons was camouflage. These men were on their hunt for coyotes in Arizona, as they left out early in the morning before the sun came up they arrived at the mountainside, and hid under a big bush, and then one of the men started calling the coyotes with a sound that sounded like a hurt rabbit. These men never did catch a coyote, however a large lesson was learned, and this man Mark Hankins has pass it on through his book “The Spirit of Faith". He said as the hurt rabbit sounds went out, it was like the Lord showed him as we a Spirit filled Christians are whining and depressed and talking trash, the devil swoops in, for the squeals he hears from us is fear, and the devil is the spirit of fear, so he devours us, however if we would speck God's word with faith in our hearts and a right attitude it will shut the door on the devil and open up the windows and doors of heaven. Faith will always agree with God and when those to mixtures happens, well look out God will pour you out such a blessing you will not have room enough to contain it.
Say this prayer with me,
Father God I ask you to forgive me for acting out of fear and doubt, not really trusting you for the out come of things in my life, Help me over come the devil with the Spirit of Faith, I ask for the gift of faith that will surpass any hindrance the devil might through my way in Jesus name I thank you Lord for being so merciful to me in Jesus name amen. Happy Reading
Thoughts by Mark Hankins, writen down by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Say this prayer with me,
Father God I ask you to forgive me for acting out of fear and doubt, not really trusting you for the out come of things in my life, Help me over come the devil with the Spirit of Faith, I ask for the gift of faith that will surpass any hindrance the devil might through my way in Jesus name I thank you Lord for being so merciful to me in Jesus name amen. Happy Reading
Thoughts by Mark Hankins, writen down by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
Freedom everyday
This is the forth of July and most of our Blessed USA is celebrating our freedom, including me, it has been a great day, I help out at the new Life Church Campus by taking pictures, and just so enjoyed it. Then spent some time at our down town celebration, wow it was great with all our local talent give it their all to God and our country. Then the cream Le` cream my son call and had me over for a cook out and special time with my family, God is so good. Freedom is to live your life everyday like a brand new sunrise brings. I am reading a book I spoke of before called "The Shack" by William P. Young, and in it the main charter ask Papa God a question, and Papa' answer to Mack was; "Mack I have already finished, and have done My part, now you do yours." Through this I found such freedom just live my life and enjoy where I am at, and don't rush through. It was once said you need to stop and smell the roses; well this is true, stop right now and smell the wonderful garden God has planted for you and enjoy His love for you.
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Compromise, Don't do it
Compromise
06/26/2008
For a week or so it has been on my heart the word “Compromise”; three times now I have heard it, so I went and looked up what this word truly meant and even read some stories about it. Then I prayed and hoped I have not compromise in any of my action, but some how I think God was going to reveal to all of us, that we all have compromise in one way or another. So what I am about to write is what I believe the Lord is downloading in me as I type.
Compromise can have two meanings; one is when two people, or place or thing come to an agreement and each compromise’s something in their belief system to do so.
Like a married couple, the husband wants to go golfing, and the wife want to go shopping, so the two of them come to the middle and compromise what each want for the other, and then peace comes.
Another meaning is a city that gives in to pressure from big business, men who pressure them to go a certain way, and the city will compromise in order for these business to come into a city. Now was that a good compromise or a bad one? It will depend on what the issue was, and that is in anything that we measure.
So a big question I believe from God’s heart is “Are you compromising your faith or belief system in order to please man, or yourself? What would it mean to compromise with God’s word? I know of a church that allowed the world’s way of doing things to creep in there belief system just so they could be a seeker friendly place to come and worship however, there worship music was worldly songs that they tried to turn in to Godly songs. God does not need recycled music or recycled anything, for He is the Creator of all things. So by doing what they did “Compromise” their doors shut, and the sheep of that part of the body was scattered.
I am asking myself these same questions; some people say you just go too deep, well how deep is God? How deep and wide is His love for us? Wouldn’t the Holy Spirit want us to go as deep in Jesus as possible? There have been very deep wrinkles and spots in our souls and love feast according to what the Lord says,
I Timothy 6:14 says this: 6:14 (KJV)
That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable,
Until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ
1. Spot means: spotless
2. Metaph.
a. Free from censure, irreproachable
b. Free from vice, unsullied
1. Unrebukeable means: not apprehended, that cannot be laid hold of
2. That cannot be reprehended, not open to censure, irreproachable
Ephesians 5:27 (KJV)
That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
2Pe 3:14 (KJV)
Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
These are just a few verses that show where we can go wrong if not alter. I felt, where are we going as a people in this nation and city we have a need to examine ourselves and make sure we do not compromise our walk. I will be real here I can see in my past some things in the finances where I messed up bad, and was lead by my soul, and not the heart of God, God wants a cheerful giver,
2 Cor 9:7 (KJV)
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly *, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
Lets look at the word necessity, this word means: necessity imposed either by the circumstances, or by law of duty regarding to one's advantage, custom, argument calamity, distress, straits
So the bible says not to do give a seed because of a need right? So why does the body of Christ do this? For this is where I have been pulled in and pressured of sowing and reaping. Bad motives.
Let’s look at the word not grudgingly:
sorrow, pain, grief, annoyance, affliction of persons mourning
Lets look at the word Purpose:
1. to bring forward, bring forth from one's stores
2. To bring forth for one's self, to choose for one's self before another, to prefer
3. To purpose
Numbers 30 Making a vow. (NCB)
Moses spoke with the leaders of the Israelite tribes. He told them these commands from the Lord. 2 "If a man makes a promise to the Lord or says he will do something special, he must keep his promise. He must do what he said.
3 If a young woman still living at home makes a promise to the Lord or pledges to do something special, 4 and if her father hears about the promise or pledge and says nothing, she must do what she promised. She must keep her pledge. 5 But if her father hears about the promise or pledge and does not allow it, then the promise or pledge does not have to be kept. Her father would not allow it, so the Lord will free her from her promise. 6 "If a woman makes a pledge or a careless promise and then gets married, 7 and if her husband hears about it and says nothing, she must keep her promise or the pledge she made. 8 But if her husband hears about it and does not allow it, he cancels her pledge or the careless promise she made. The Lord will free her from keeping it. 9 "If a widow or divorced woman makes a promise, she must do whatever she promised. 10 "If a woman makes a promise or pledge while she is married, 11 and if her husband hears about it but says nothing and does not stop her, she must keep her promise or pledge. 12 But if her husband hears about it and cancels it, she does not have to do what she said. Her husband has canceled it, so the Lord will free her from it. 13 A woman's husband may make her keep or cancel any promise or pledge she has made. 14 If he says nothing to her about it for several days, she must keep her promises. If he hears about them and says nothing, she must keep her promises. 15 But if he cancels them long after he heard about them, he is responsible if she breaks her promise." 16 These are commands that the Lord gave to Moses for husbands and wives, and for fathers with daughters living at home.
I bring this up because this has been my weakness, I want to give cheerfully, and make a pledge, then, I do not have the money to pay my bills, and it is not so cheerful, I have is times past thought God spoke to my heart about a certain offering, and then the money never came or was post pone to the point of me compromising my word. In the above chapter in numbers, it talks about a husband or father breaking these vows, I truly believe because God is my husband and Father He came in and broke them, and this is all happen that I may learn to be more alter and gain wisdom from my mistakes. I love to give to the Lord and He know this, and when I hear a need my heart leaps, however if I am not able to pay my bills, because of lack in the season I am in, then it would not be very cheerful would it?
I did know that the word on Compromise was going to lead this way, how thankful I am so I could repent for my lack of faith. We as God’s people give to God what is already His, the tithe, and give our offering with gladness, for God is not mocked;
Galatians 6:7
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
There is another compromise we make in God’s ways, when God wants us to write and inform the Body about something, do we? I know for me it has been hard however, I do it anyway, for God told me long ago in Jeremiah 1: 1-10
4 Then the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, 5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained F1 thee a prophet unto the nations. 6 Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child. 7 But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak. 8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. 9 Then the LORD put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the LORD said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth. 10 See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant.
So even when I get mocked at, God will come to my rescue, and confirm His word and doings in my life and in the nations. He will for you as well, don’t be afraid, for God is with you.
Do Not compromise the leading of our Lord, and just obey with joy and you will never go wrong, but remember this; you are still in your human suit, and because of that God says;
Is 55:6-10
6 Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous F248 man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. 8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
So do not ever think you have arrived just because you say in His word and always listen for Him, until the day we are face to face we will not fully know Him. So keep on keeping on and preserve in Christ Jesus for He is the hope of your glory. Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
06/26/2008
For a week or so it has been on my heart the word “Compromise”; three times now I have heard it, so I went and looked up what this word truly meant and even read some stories about it. Then I prayed and hoped I have not compromise in any of my action, but some how I think God was going to reveal to all of us, that we all have compromise in one way or another. So what I am about to write is what I believe the Lord is downloading in me as I type.
Compromise can have two meanings; one is when two people, or place or thing come to an agreement and each compromise’s something in their belief system to do so.
Like a married couple, the husband wants to go golfing, and the wife want to go shopping, so the two of them come to the middle and compromise what each want for the other, and then peace comes.
Another meaning is a city that gives in to pressure from big business, men who pressure them to go a certain way, and the city will compromise in order for these business to come into a city. Now was that a good compromise or a bad one? It will depend on what the issue was, and that is in anything that we measure.
So a big question I believe from God’s heart is “Are you compromising your faith or belief system in order to please man, or yourself? What would it mean to compromise with God’s word? I know of a church that allowed the world’s way of doing things to creep in there belief system just so they could be a seeker friendly place to come and worship however, there worship music was worldly songs that they tried to turn in to Godly songs. God does not need recycled music or recycled anything, for He is the Creator of all things. So by doing what they did “Compromise” their doors shut, and the sheep of that part of the body was scattered.
I am asking myself these same questions; some people say you just go too deep, well how deep is God? How deep and wide is His love for us? Wouldn’t the Holy Spirit want us to go as deep in Jesus as possible? There have been very deep wrinkles and spots in our souls and love feast according to what the Lord says,
I Timothy 6:14 says this: 6:14 (KJV)
That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable,
Until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ
1. Spot means: spotless
2. Metaph.
a. Free from censure, irreproachable
b. Free from vice, unsullied
1. Unrebukeable means: not apprehended, that cannot be laid hold of
2. That cannot be reprehended, not open to censure, irreproachable
Ephesians 5:27 (KJV)
That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
2Pe 3:14 (KJV)
Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
These are just a few verses that show where we can go wrong if not alter. I felt, where are we going as a people in this nation and city we have a need to examine ourselves and make sure we do not compromise our walk. I will be real here I can see in my past some things in the finances where I messed up bad, and was lead by my soul, and not the heart of God, God wants a cheerful giver,
2 Cor 9:7 (KJV)
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly *, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
Lets look at the word necessity, this word means: necessity imposed either by the circumstances, or by law of duty regarding to one's advantage, custom, argument calamity, distress, straits
So the bible says not to do give a seed because of a need right? So why does the body of Christ do this? For this is where I have been pulled in and pressured of sowing and reaping. Bad motives.
Let’s look at the word not grudgingly:
sorrow, pain, grief, annoyance, affliction of persons mourning
Lets look at the word Purpose:
1. to bring forward, bring forth from one's stores
2. To bring forth for one's self, to choose for one's self before another, to prefer
3. To purpose
Numbers 30 Making a vow. (NCB)
Moses spoke with the leaders of the Israelite tribes. He told them these commands from the Lord. 2 "If a man makes a promise to the Lord or says he will do something special, he must keep his promise. He must do what he said.
3 If a young woman still living at home makes a promise to the Lord or pledges to do something special, 4 and if her father hears about the promise or pledge and says nothing, she must do what she promised. She must keep her pledge. 5 But if her father hears about the promise or pledge and does not allow it, then the promise or pledge does not have to be kept. Her father would not allow it, so the Lord will free her from her promise. 6 "If a woman makes a pledge or a careless promise and then gets married, 7 and if her husband hears about it and says nothing, she must keep her promise or the pledge she made. 8 But if her husband hears about it and does not allow it, he cancels her pledge or the careless promise she made. The Lord will free her from keeping it. 9 "If a widow or divorced woman makes a promise, she must do whatever she promised. 10 "If a woman makes a promise or pledge while she is married, 11 and if her husband hears about it but says nothing and does not stop her, she must keep her promise or pledge. 12 But if her husband hears about it and cancels it, she does not have to do what she said. Her husband has canceled it, so the Lord will free her from it. 13 A woman's husband may make her keep or cancel any promise or pledge she has made. 14 If he says nothing to her about it for several days, she must keep her promises. If he hears about them and says nothing, she must keep her promises. 15 But if he cancels them long after he heard about them, he is responsible if she breaks her promise." 16 These are commands that the Lord gave to Moses for husbands and wives, and for fathers with daughters living at home.
I bring this up because this has been my weakness, I want to give cheerfully, and make a pledge, then, I do not have the money to pay my bills, and it is not so cheerful, I have is times past thought God spoke to my heart about a certain offering, and then the money never came or was post pone to the point of me compromising my word. In the above chapter in numbers, it talks about a husband or father breaking these vows, I truly believe because God is my husband and Father He came in and broke them, and this is all happen that I may learn to be more alter and gain wisdom from my mistakes. I love to give to the Lord and He know this, and when I hear a need my heart leaps, however if I am not able to pay my bills, because of lack in the season I am in, then it would not be very cheerful would it?
I did know that the word on Compromise was going to lead this way, how thankful I am so I could repent for my lack of faith. We as God’s people give to God what is already His, the tithe, and give our offering with gladness, for God is not mocked;
Galatians 6:7
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
There is another compromise we make in God’s ways, when God wants us to write and inform the Body about something, do we? I know for me it has been hard however, I do it anyway, for God told me long ago in Jeremiah 1: 1-10
4 Then the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, 5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained F1 thee a prophet unto the nations. 6 Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child. 7 But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak. 8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. 9 Then the LORD put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the LORD said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth. 10 See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant.
So even when I get mocked at, God will come to my rescue, and confirm His word and doings in my life and in the nations. He will for you as well, don’t be afraid, for God is with you.
Do Not compromise the leading of our Lord, and just obey with joy and you will never go wrong, but remember this; you are still in your human suit, and because of that God says;
Is 55:6-10
6 Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous F248 man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. 8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
So do not ever think you have arrived just because you say in His word and always listen for Him, until the day we are face to face we will not fully know Him. So keep on keeping on and preserve in Christ Jesus for He is the hope of your glory. Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Friday, June 20, 2008
To Love God Just because.
HI, I am sorry it has been so long since I have had a post, no reason, just have not sat down to write.
I want to talk about a trip I took to Tulsa Oklahoma this past week. About six weeks ago the Lord said to go and even gave me specifics about the timing; He said go June 8th and stay 7 full days. Now I know that in the numbers of God 7 means complete, So by this I knew He was going to be doing a work in me and others while I was there.
I did get the opportunity to minister to a few folks, and was blessed by that in return with a touch from Papa God. However I was not feeling that big boom sort of feeling like, "Oh gee this is why God sent me here" it was a lot of little things that happen, being at the right place at the right time sort of thing.
I found closure to a few issues as well, and that was very good, I did however feel my time in Tulsa has ended for a long time to come, for I had lived there for four years and to my surprise there was those feel undone closures that were left to be wrapped up.
If that was not enough God shown up the last day I was there with a revelation about obeying Him that cause my whole world to be renewed.
So let me ask you a question? Why do you do what you do? If it is to obey God, then what do you expect in return for your obedience?
While I was there, people kept saying things like "Boy God is going to bless you for doing what He says, and by no means did they mean anything bad, but it was not hitting my Spirit right, it felt like someone hitting my in the stomach. As I ponder on this, the Lord showed up big time in my heart, and the answer came.
I do and go and say out of the love I have My Papa God, and it has not always been like that, because the Christians always want a prize for their obedience to Our Father. Now let me also say God is a rewarded: But that should not be our motive.
Hebrews 11:6 So, you see, it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.
Romans 16:26
But now as the prophets F100 foretold and as the eternal God has commanded, this message is made known to all Gentiles everywhere, so that they might believe and obey Christ.
The laws of God are seed time and Harvest, however the one thing that stood out the most was!
I made the trip because God said so, and it was for my love for Him, I obey just because I love Him, He does not have to ever do anything again, I will still do what He ask me to do.
Happy reading
Copy @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
I want to talk about a trip I took to Tulsa Oklahoma this past week. About six weeks ago the Lord said to go and even gave me specifics about the timing; He said go June 8th and stay 7 full days. Now I know that in the numbers of God 7 means complete, So by this I knew He was going to be doing a work in me and others while I was there.
I did get the opportunity to minister to a few folks, and was blessed by that in return with a touch from Papa God. However I was not feeling that big boom sort of feeling like, "Oh gee this is why God sent me here" it was a lot of little things that happen, being at the right place at the right time sort of thing.
I found closure to a few issues as well, and that was very good, I did however feel my time in Tulsa has ended for a long time to come, for I had lived there for four years and to my surprise there was those feel undone closures that were left to be wrapped up.
If that was not enough God shown up the last day I was there with a revelation about obeying Him that cause my whole world to be renewed.
So let me ask you a question? Why do you do what you do? If it is to obey God, then what do you expect in return for your obedience?
While I was there, people kept saying things like "Boy God is going to bless you for doing what He says, and by no means did they mean anything bad, but it was not hitting my Spirit right, it felt like someone hitting my in the stomach. As I ponder on this, the Lord showed up big time in my heart, and the answer came.
I do and go and say out of the love I have My Papa God, and it has not always been like that, because the Christians always want a prize for their obedience to Our Father. Now let me also say God is a rewarded: But that should not be our motive.
Hebrews 11:6 So, you see, it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.
Romans 16:26
But now as the prophets F100 foretold and as the eternal God has commanded, this message is made known to all Gentiles everywhere, so that they might believe and obey Christ.
The laws of God are seed time and Harvest, however the one thing that stood out the most was!
I made the trip because God said so, and it was for my love for Him, I obey just because I love Him, He does not have to ever do anything again, I will still do what He ask me to do.
Happy reading
Copy @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Prayer For America
Dear Body of Christ,
This came to me this morning and I feel we as the Body of Christ here is the USA need to stand up for America in Prayer, As I was praying I heard out of my mouth, that the USA has given her resources, her men and women to countries around the world, and with everything in array like it seems to be, I believe God is wanting us to stand in agreement with His word. We as Americans can not just sit by, we need to call in the Harvest of what the USA has been giving to other countries for over 200 years.
Luke 6:38
Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.
Gen. 19:29
And it came to pass, when God destroyed the cities of the plain, that God remembered Abraham, and sent Lot out of the midst of the overthrow, when he overthrew the cities in the which Lot dwelt
Gen. 9:15
And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.
Gen. 42:9
And Joseph remembered the dreams which he dreamed of them, and said unto them, Ye are spies; to see the nakedness of the land ye are come.
Here are a few scriptures that lets us know we are not so bad that God will not remember us through His Judgment, when ever Judgment came, God always remembered His people, and Note I say His people, Lot was of Abraham, and he was spared. America is of God, and His people, we shall be spared, but we must pray. So please come together in agreement with the Word of God and pray, pray, pray in Jesus name
Press In
This came to me this morning and I feel we as the Body of Christ here is the USA need to stand up for America in Prayer, As I was praying I heard out of my mouth, that the USA has given her resources, her men and women to countries around the world, and with everything in array like it seems to be, I believe God is wanting us to stand in agreement with His word. We as Americans can not just sit by, we need to call in the Harvest of what the USA has been giving to other countries for over 200 years.
Luke 6:38
Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.
Gen. 19:29
And it came to pass, when God destroyed the cities of the plain, that God remembered Abraham, and sent Lot out of the midst of the overthrow, when he overthrew the cities in the which Lot dwelt
Gen. 9:15
And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.
Gen. 42:9
And Joseph remembered the dreams which he dreamed of them, and said unto them, Ye are spies; to see the nakedness of the land ye are come.
Here are a few scriptures that lets us know we are not so bad that God will not remember us through His Judgment, when ever Judgment came, God always remembered His people, and Note I say His people, Lot was of Abraham, and he was spared. America is of God, and His people, we shall be spared, but we must pray. So please come together in agreement with the Word of God and pray, pray, pray in Jesus name
Press In
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Happy New Week
A friend in Africa IM me yesterday and I just received it today, and I thought it needed to be posted, so Happy Reading:
Timmy (5/12/2008 4:47:43 PM): ***!!!_Happy New Week_!!!***
Lying in bed, I was asking myself, what are some of the secrets of success in life? I found the
answers right there, in my very room. The fan said: be cool. The roof said: aim high. The window
said: see the world. The clock said: every minute is precious. The mirror said: reflect before you
act. The calendar said: be updated. The light said: shine as bright as you can. The wall said:
stand firm. The door said: push as hard as u can for your goals, so always apply this techniques
for a better life...have a nice day God has seen u struggling in and He says its over. A blessing is
coming ur way...i wish u a wonderful and great day ahead *_TIM
Timmy (5/12/2008 4:47:43 PM): ***!!!_Happy New Week_!!!***
Lying in bed, I was asking myself, what are some of the secrets of success in life? I found the
answers right there, in my very room. The fan said: be cool. The roof said: aim high. The window
said: see the world. The clock said: every minute is precious. The mirror said: reflect before you
act. The calendar said: be updated. The light said: shine as bright as you can. The wall said:
stand firm. The door said: push as hard as u can for your goals, so always apply this techniques
for a better life...have a nice day God has seen u struggling in and He says its over. A blessing is
coming ur way...i wish u a wonderful and great day ahead *_TIM
Monday, May 12, 2008
Fear of Control
It has been a few days since I have posted anything, but I am back.
I wanted to talk about the fear of control; and what does that really means. There was a situation in a young lady's life that brought this up recently. For years this young lady had been a faithful member of the body of Christ, loved her pastors and congregation dearly, but something was wrong. She couldn't put her finger on it, but never really could get too close to anyone, the moment she did, a situation would rise up and she would create a distance between the people and her. Only a very few people where allowed in her heart, and then she would test their faithfulness to the hilt. But in her mind that seemed to be the only way she could know if they would be true to her.
You see until very recently when everything around her went swirling downward did she take action. The Lord had told her that this only comes out by fasting and prayer. In April of this certain year she put God to His word, and fasted and prayed, on the 7th day all hell broke loose, and then on the ten day, (three days later) the truth came forth.
John 8:31-3731 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
I have inserted this to let you know this is the Word she stands on.The truth was for many years due to two fail marriages, and a cult ministry from her pass, that so control her, that it destroyed her life, her marriage, and almost her children and a dad that could care less and never protected her from bad things. So, for all these many years she was only able in her heart to stand aloof, and not really love the way she needed too, for love covers all, and at time she was not able to do that. Her fear had been if she allow a person in authority advise her or direct her steps in anyway that went across the grains of her heart, then she backed off, and put a wall up, so that person could not hurt her no more.
The root had been so deep seeded in her it was almost like part of her DNA, But God shown up, when love came in and she made a choice to be free and let love wash her clean. The one thing God said in His word;"Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. So if this is true, and it is, can God answer when people are in fear? What is fear?
IJohn 4:18 (NIV)
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.
For all these years the young lady felt punished
IPeter 3:14
But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened."
Can you see this is clearly not faith; ok so what is faith? What does faith look like?
Gal 3:22
But the Scripture declares that the whole world is a prisoner of sin, so that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to those who believe
Hebrews 11:1-3 (NIV)
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.
Ok now I would like to leave you with this question, What kind of control have you feared?
Be honest with yourself and God, and confess your faults one to the other, so you will be free, and go and convert your brothers and sisters.
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland
I wanted to talk about the fear of control; and what does that really means. There was a situation in a young lady's life that brought this up recently. For years this young lady had been a faithful member of the body of Christ, loved her pastors and congregation dearly, but something was wrong. She couldn't put her finger on it, but never really could get too close to anyone, the moment she did, a situation would rise up and she would create a distance between the people and her. Only a very few people where allowed in her heart, and then she would test their faithfulness to the hilt. But in her mind that seemed to be the only way she could know if they would be true to her.
You see until very recently when everything around her went swirling downward did she take action. The Lord had told her that this only comes out by fasting and prayer. In April of this certain year she put God to His word, and fasted and prayed, on the 7th day all hell broke loose, and then on the ten day, (three days later) the truth came forth.
John 8:31-3731 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
I have inserted this to let you know this is the Word she stands on.The truth was for many years due to two fail marriages, and a cult ministry from her pass, that so control her, that it destroyed her life, her marriage, and almost her children and a dad that could care less and never protected her from bad things. So, for all these many years she was only able in her heart to stand aloof, and not really love the way she needed too, for love covers all, and at time she was not able to do that. Her fear had been if she allow a person in authority advise her or direct her steps in anyway that went across the grains of her heart, then she backed off, and put a wall up, so that person could not hurt her no more.
The root had been so deep seeded in her it was almost like part of her DNA, But God shown up, when love came in and she made a choice to be free and let love wash her clean. The one thing God said in His word;"Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. So if this is true, and it is, can God answer when people are in fear? What is fear?
IJohn 4:18 (NIV)
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.
For all these years the young lady felt punished
IPeter 3:14
But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened."
Can you see this is clearly not faith; ok so what is faith? What does faith look like?
Gal 3:22
But the Scripture declares that the whole world is a prisoner of sin, so that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to those who believe
Hebrews 11:1-3 (NIV)
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.
Ok now I would like to leave you with this question, What kind of control have you feared?
Be honest with yourself and God, and confess your faults one to the other, so you will be free, and go and convert your brothers and sisters.
Happy Reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland
Monday, May 5, 2008
Love Covers
In lewd of what is happening is some churches I felt this needed to be posted, for all of us are call to love one another, But God goes a step further; God says we must love our enemies.
Today's Prayer Graduate Level ChristianityTGIF Today God Is First Volume 2, by Os Hillman05-05-2008
"Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matt. 5:44).
There was a man who had become a friend and mentor to me, but a conflict arose between us that we were unable to resolve. I never imagined that this man would go from being one of my best friends to an enemy. I asked God to show me how I should treat this man, and the words of Jesus came to mind, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you."
"Lord," I said, "surely you don't mean I'm to love this man! Not after the way he's hurt me and refused to reconcile!"
As I argued with God, I remembered that Jesus, before He was betrayed, got down on his knees and washed the feet of Judas Iscariot, His enemy. The moment that scene came to my mind, I knew what God was calling me to do. I had to wash the feet of my Judas.
This man who had been my friend and mentor had also been a client of my advertising agency. He was a Christian author and speaker, and I decided to bless this man by continuing to promote his ministry and his books.
Did he ever come back to me and reconcile? Yes, seven years later. But even if he had never reconciled with me, I knew that I did what God called me to do. I washed the feet of my Judas. I passed the test.
God doesn't promise that if we forgive there will be a happy ending. He doesn't promise that the man who refuses to pay a bill will suddenly write a check. He doesn't promise that the one who rejects reconciliation will instantly soften his heart. Jesus forgave his executioners, but that didn't keep them from nailing Him to the cross.
The Graduate Level Test is not about getting the results we want. It's about proving that we trust God enough to forgive our Judases. It's a graduate-level course in Christian obedience. But I believe that every leader whom God uses in a significant way must pass the Judas Test.
God wants to know if we are willing to be imitators of Jesus. How can we say we are followers of Christ if we won't wash the feet of our Judases? Happy Reading
Jacqieline Roland
Today's Prayer Graduate Level ChristianityTGIF Today God Is First Volume 2, by Os Hillman05-05-2008
"Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matt. 5:44).
There was a man who had become a friend and mentor to me, but a conflict arose between us that we were unable to resolve. I never imagined that this man would go from being one of my best friends to an enemy. I asked God to show me how I should treat this man, and the words of Jesus came to mind, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you."
"Lord," I said, "surely you don't mean I'm to love this man! Not after the way he's hurt me and refused to reconcile!"
As I argued with God, I remembered that Jesus, before He was betrayed, got down on his knees and washed the feet of Judas Iscariot, His enemy. The moment that scene came to my mind, I knew what God was calling me to do. I had to wash the feet of my Judas.
This man who had been my friend and mentor had also been a client of my advertising agency. He was a Christian author and speaker, and I decided to bless this man by continuing to promote his ministry and his books.
Did he ever come back to me and reconcile? Yes, seven years later. But even if he had never reconciled with me, I knew that I did what God called me to do. I washed the feet of my Judas. I passed the test.
God doesn't promise that if we forgive there will be a happy ending. He doesn't promise that the man who refuses to pay a bill will suddenly write a check. He doesn't promise that the one who rejects reconciliation will instantly soften his heart. Jesus forgave his executioners, but that didn't keep them from nailing Him to the cross.
The Graduate Level Test is not about getting the results we want. It's about proving that we trust God enough to forgive our Judases. It's a graduate-level course in Christian obedience. But I believe that every leader whom God uses in a significant way must pass the Judas Test.
God wants to know if we are willing to be imitators of Jesus. How can we say we are followers of Christ if we won't wash the feet of our Judases? Happy Reading
Jacqieline Roland
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
The Symphony
I want to share a wonderful experience with you. I was invited to go with a friend to the Symphony last Saturday night, I am almost 53 years young and had never been introduce to this wonderful place. I was caugh up by the beauty of the music, I cried for the better part of the first portion. For some reason in my mind I thought it would be wrong to be in a place like this, however, God created all and for all.
I was caught up in the last song that Tenor David Corman sung, called “Bring him home.” I saw a vision of a heavenly choir, it was beautiful, it stretched from one end of heaven to the other, which you could n’t see the end for there really is no end in Heaven. This heavenly Choir was singing to the Lord and it just about took my breath away.
I just wonder how many other things I have missed out on because of ill thinking?
Philippians 3:8 says, “Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, and whatsoever things are of a good report, if there be any virtue (life-giving) if there be any praise, think on these things.
By Jacqueline Roland copyright 2008
I was caught up in the last song that Tenor David Corman sung, called “Bring him home.” I saw a vision of a heavenly choir, it was beautiful, it stretched from one end of heaven to the other, which you could n’t see the end for there really is no end in Heaven. This heavenly Choir was singing to the Lord and it just about took my breath away.
I just wonder how many other things I have missed out on because of ill thinking?
Philippians 3:8 says, “Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, and whatsoever things are of a good report, if there be any virtue (life-giving) if there be any praise, think on these things.
By Jacqueline Roland copyright 2008
Transforming our city for the LORD
Can a City Be Transformed
Can an entire city be transformed for Jesus Christ? The book of Acts reveals that at least one city was. There are four key ingredients required among its Christian leaders to see a city transformed. These include prayer, humility, unity, and knowledge of God's ways.
Prayer
In every city in which transformation has taken place, believers have come together to pray for their city. Prayer changes the spiritual climate of a city. Some of the main areas of influence that must be the focus of our prayers include churches and businesses; the legal, political, educational and medical fields; and the media/entertainment industry. Workplace leaders must be strategically aligned with intercessors to impact their city.
HumilityGod
uses men and women who recognize that they need each other and who do not seek glory for their work. "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way" (Ps. 25:9). The workplace leaders that God is using today care little about being in the limelight.
UnityJesus said, "May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me" (John 17:23). God calls each of us individually and corporately to represent Christ to the world, but our independence, pride and egos often prevent us from becoming unified in the purposes of Christ.
Knowledge of God's Ways
Sometimes leaders can move in presumption instead of in a faith that is rooted in knowledge of God's ways. Such was the case of David, who wanted to bring the Ark of the Covenant into the city of Jerusalem. He was zealous for God and celebrated as he brought the Ark into the city. However, the ark was being carried into the city on a cart instead of by priests on poles, as God required. When a man named Uzzah reached out to catch the Ark when the oxen stumbled, he was immediately struck dead by God. David was devastated. He lacked a knowledge of God's ways.
Do you want to see your city transformed? Make sure the three ingredients of prayer, unity and knowledge of God's ways exist in your leadership team.
Let me add this prayer: By Jacqueline
Psalms 91
1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. 4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. 5 You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, 6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. 7 A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. 8 You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.
9 If you make the Most High your dwelling-- even the Lord, who is my refuge-- 10 then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. 11 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; 12 they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. 13 You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent. 14 "Because he loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. 15 He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. 16 With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation."
Can an entire city be transformed for Jesus Christ? The book of Acts reveals that at least one city was. There are four key ingredients required among its Christian leaders to see a city transformed. These include prayer, humility, unity, and knowledge of God's ways.
Prayer
In every city in which transformation has taken place, believers have come together to pray for their city. Prayer changes the spiritual climate of a city. Some of the main areas of influence that must be the focus of our prayers include churches and businesses; the legal, political, educational and medical fields; and the media/entertainment industry. Workplace leaders must be strategically aligned with intercessors to impact their city.
HumilityGod
uses men and women who recognize that they need each other and who do not seek glory for their work. "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way" (Ps. 25:9). The workplace leaders that God is using today care little about being in the limelight.
UnityJesus said, "May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me" (John 17:23). God calls each of us individually and corporately to represent Christ to the world, but our independence, pride and egos often prevent us from becoming unified in the purposes of Christ.
Knowledge of God's Ways
Sometimes leaders can move in presumption instead of in a faith that is rooted in knowledge of God's ways. Such was the case of David, who wanted to bring the Ark of the Covenant into the city of Jerusalem. He was zealous for God and celebrated as he brought the Ark into the city. However, the ark was being carried into the city on a cart instead of by priests on poles, as God required. When a man named Uzzah reached out to catch the Ark when the oxen stumbled, he was immediately struck dead by God. David was devastated. He lacked a knowledge of God's ways.
Do you want to see your city transformed? Make sure the three ingredients of prayer, unity and knowledge of God's ways exist in your leadership team.
Let me add this prayer: By Jacqueline
Psalms 91
1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. 4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. 5 You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, 6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. 7 A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. 8 You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.
9 If you make the Most High your dwelling-- even the Lord, who is my refuge-- 10 then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. 11 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; 12 they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. 13 You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent. 14 "Because he loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. 15 He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. 16 With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation."
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
God's Leading
Have you ever wondered about the Leading of the Lord? God has given us His Son and His Holy Spirit, plus the written word to guide us along this life, however somethings when you are wanting to jump out and things just are not ready, God will give you pictures. The Lord is in control of all things, this might sound funny to some who read it, but it meant a great to me. The moon was coming up the other night, and its brightness was just brilliant, and iI ponder some thoughts, and then this morning a very thick fog rolled in, and remember Big Spring is know for being a dessert place. I was awaken very early this morning, and I took my coffee out and sat and watch the morning come, as I was thinking on my purpose and now that I know it, I want to go have after it.
I have always been walking in it, but now that I know that I know, I what to run with it. So as I saw the fog get more dense ,the scripture came to me about the children of Israel, Exodua 6, starts it, but Exodus 13: 21,22 states it. When the plagues had all been done, then the children of Israel were guided out of Egypt by the pillar of fire by night, and the cloud by day, I truly believe God is telling Big Spring Texas that we are crossing over this Jordan now, the wind and fire will cease and we will posses our land.
I had a vision of a race horse, and the trainer was taking it to the gate, and the horse even though it was at the gate, it had to wait for the gate to open before the race could happen. A lot of us are at the gate waiting for it to open, however remember why we are waiting for that big gate to open, there are smaller one to apprehend, I was reminded at our liquidation sale of our new Church and day care, and CODE (Community Outreach Distribution Enterprise) God brought a man in that needed a healing and he also received salvation, just to let us know we were at the right gate.
I have always been walking in it, but now that I know that I know, I what to run with it. So as I saw the fog get more dense ,the scripture came to me about the children of Israel, Exodua 6, starts it, but Exodus 13: 21,22 states it. When the plagues had all been done, then the children of Israel were guided out of Egypt by the pillar of fire by night, and the cloud by day, I truly believe God is telling Big Spring Texas that we are crossing over this Jordan now, the wind and fire will cease and we will posses our land.
I had a vision of a race horse, and the trainer was taking it to the gate, and the horse even though it was at the gate, it had to wait for the gate to open before the race could happen. A lot of us are at the gate waiting for it to open, however remember why we are waiting for that big gate to open, there are smaller one to apprehend, I was reminded at our liquidation sale of our new Church and day care, and CODE (Community Outreach Distribution Enterprise) God brought a man in that needed a healing and he also received salvation, just to let us know we were at the right gate.
Friday, April 18, 2008
God's Messengers
Yesterday I received an email from a friend, and it stated to listen closely for the Lord's voice, and do not look at outward man, for the Lord will use whom ever He choose.
I receive a phone today from a lady named Latoya from Phoenix U, and as she questioned my reasons for now not going to school, this young lady be noyce to her confirmed all that God has been saying to me for the past few months.
I have never met this lady nor registered for this school, but God had my number, so for all of you who need to hear from the Lord , open your heart and do not despise the vocal cords out of which it comes from. Happy Reading
copyright @ 2008 by Jacqueline Roland
I receive a phone today from a lady named Latoya from Phoenix U, and as she questioned my reasons for now not going to school, this young lady be noyce to her confirmed all that God has been saying to me for the past few months.
I have never met this lady nor registered for this school, but God had my number, so for all of you who need to hear from the Lord , open your heart and do not despise the vocal cords out of which it comes from. Happy Reading
copyright @ 2008 by Jacqueline Roland
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Gossip
Is there a good gossip, verses bad gossip? The answer is NO, Any gossip is bad, let's define that word gossip: According to Webster Dictionary this word means this: a person who habitually reveals personal or sensational facts about others 2 a:rumor or report of an intimate nature b: a chatty talk c: the subject matter of gossip
I have found over the years that there are some who think just because they own a business, or are the president of a school or college, or founder of a hospital, or the pastor of a large church they have the right to gossip. According to God and His word no one has that right. Gossip will destroy, and when you sow those kinds of seed you are not only destroying others, but yourself as well. It will catch up with us one day, so just as I have had to do I am asking each one who reads this to search their own hearts and examine if you have got caught up in this trap the devil sets to harm us and those around us.
The bible says this: In Psalm 15:1-5 NCV
NEW CENTURY VERSION
1 Lord, who may enter your Holy Tent? Who may live on your holy mountain? 2 Only those who are innocent and who do what is right. Such people speak the truth from their hearts 3 and do not tell lies about others. They do no wrong to their neighbors and do not gossip. 4 They do not respect hateful people but honor those who honor the Lord. They keep their promises to their neighbors, even when it hurts. 5 They do not charge interest on money they lend and do not take money to hurt innocent people. Whoever does all these things will never be destroyed. A miktam of David.
I had got caught in this trap myself by someone I love and respect, and the Holy Spirit brought truth to set me free, and felt this needed to be out, I have written another Story about on the ants.
Final statement: We must rely on the Holy Spirit and what He gives us about people, not someone else.
Read about the Ants in the March issue. Happy Reading
copyright @ 2008 by Jacqueline Roland
I have found over the years that there are some who think just because they own a business, or are the president of a school or college, or founder of a hospital, or the pastor of a large church they have the right to gossip. According to God and His word no one has that right. Gossip will destroy, and when you sow those kinds of seed you are not only destroying others, but yourself as well. It will catch up with us one day, so just as I have had to do I am asking each one who reads this to search their own hearts and examine if you have got caught up in this trap the devil sets to harm us and those around us.
The bible says this: In Psalm 15:1-5 NCV
NEW CENTURY VERSION
1 Lord, who may enter your Holy Tent? Who may live on your holy mountain? 2 Only those who are innocent and who do what is right. Such people speak the truth from their hearts 3 and do not tell lies about others. They do no wrong to their neighbors and do not gossip. 4 They do not respect hateful people but honor those who honor the Lord. They keep their promises to their neighbors, even when it hurts. 5 They do not charge interest on money they lend and do not take money to hurt innocent people. Whoever does all these things will never be destroyed. A miktam of David.
I had got caught in this trap myself by someone I love and respect, and the Holy Spirit brought truth to set me free, and felt this needed to be out, I have written another Story about on the ants.
Final statement: We must rely on the Holy Spirit and what He gives us about people, not someone else.
Read about the Ants in the March issue. Happy Reading
copyright @ 2008 by Jacqueline Roland
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
The Power of Choice
A few months ago I was release to fulfil my dream of becoming something, I had been asked to lay it down 12 years ago, but I felt like I didn't have a choice in the matter. Once I was given the dream back I was so happy, yet it was so short lived: Over the pass few weeks I have tangibly felt a transformation going on inside of me, kinda like a butterfly in a cocoon being changed. I now believe because I have been given the freedom to choose my desire or God's call, I can freely with Joy say yes to God on His call that has been there all along, but was covered up with anger. When God hand picks you out for a task, a calling if you will, He only wants the best for you and He does give you a free will, however your own desires will never give you the inner peace and fulfillment that come from making that right choice gives. The power of choice is just that very powerful.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
The One True God
This stems from an email of oprah telling million of people that Jesus is not the way
Church enough is enough, we need to wake up and smell what is happening in this world, by this one woman oprah, millions are being deceived, and this is one signs of the great whore which is in Revelation, I am not saying she is, however she is leading many astray, they will be going into the pit of hell if we do not rise up and pray, and show ms. oprah that Jesus is then only way unto the Father, there is no other way, for He Jesus is the Truth the Way and the life. Money is the driving force for her; she uses the principles of the one true God to make herself a god. The Bible says the rain, wealth, or what ever rains on the unjust as well as the righteous. That is good and wonderful and all that, but in no way is there many paths to heaven, only one path to Our Father, and that is by His Son Jesus Christ, it was His Blood that was shed for us, it was His body that God took all the sins and sickness and put it on Jesus for you and me, our part is to received what Jesus has done for us and live our life unto Him. My heart breaks at the though of all these people can be lead away because of greed, and not wanted to Love Jesus just for what He has done, Jesus has given us so many wonderful things, and it is our part to receive them walk with our Lord Jesus daily, He said daily take up your cross and follow after Me, this means to lay down your ways and your desires and wants, for God has so much more than you can think or imagine. God is so hurt, just like in the days of old, "His people rejected Him and told Moses you go and talk with God for us" Then God said to Moses, " these your people" at that moment in His hurt the Lord God called them Moses people, because the people did not what a authentic relationship’s with God, they wanted a adultery one through Moses. Think about it, you who are married, you start to have relations with your wife or husband through your neighbor, how bad is that, well that’s what happen...You can fine these accounts in the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and Deuteronomy. Yet in the New Testament we have even a better covenant through Jesus. Please we must do our part in opening the eyes to the truth so all these will not go to hell who follow such people as oprah, she herself needs Jesus more than she knows.
Church enough is enough, we need to wake up and smell what is happening in this world, by this one woman oprah, millions are being deceived, and this is one signs of the great whore which is in Revelation, I am not saying she is, however she is leading many astray, they will be going into the pit of hell if we do not rise up and pray, and show ms. oprah that Jesus is then only way unto the Father, there is no other way, for He Jesus is the Truth the Way and the life. Money is the driving force for her; she uses the principles of the one true God to make herself a god. The Bible says the rain, wealth, or what ever rains on the unjust as well as the righteous. That is good and wonderful and all that, but in no way is there many paths to heaven, only one path to Our Father, and that is by His Son Jesus Christ, it was His Blood that was shed for us, it was His body that God took all the sins and sickness and put it on Jesus for you and me, our part is to received what Jesus has done for us and live our life unto Him. My heart breaks at the though of all these people can be lead away because of greed, and not wanted to Love Jesus just for what He has done, Jesus has given us so many wonderful things, and it is our part to receive them walk with our Lord Jesus daily, He said daily take up your cross and follow after Me, this means to lay down your ways and your desires and wants, for God has so much more than you can think or imagine. God is so hurt, just like in the days of old, "His people rejected Him and told Moses you go and talk with God for us" Then God said to Moses, " these your people" at that moment in His hurt the Lord God called them Moses people, because the people did not what a authentic relationship’s with God, they wanted a adultery one through Moses. Think about it, you who are married, you start to have relations with your wife or husband through your neighbor, how bad is that, well that’s what happen...You can fine these accounts in the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and Deuteronomy. Yet in the New Testament we have even a better covenant through Jesus. Please we must do our part in opening the eyes to the truth so all these will not go to hell who follow such people as oprah, she herself needs Jesus more than she knows.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Dreams
I want to encourage everyone to write down your dreams. About seven years ago I had a dream, and I was on a journey walking up a mountain, and the first part of this mountain was pretty easy, the slope was not too steep, and was able to walk it alone.
However the farther up I climbed the mountain became very steep, and the path was very narrow, basically I was able to only put one foot in front of another.
Then all at once there were two others there, one on my left, and the other on my right, and they were helping me up this very steep mountain range.
Up until now I was not sure what that was about, I just knew it was my walk with the Lord, and every now and then the Holy Spirit would give a little here and a little there to keep me searching.
Last night at my Life Group meeting as I was showing the DVD of John Bevere about heaven and the fear and love of the Lord, the lights went on in my heart; I saw that mountain again and it was Love of God on one side of me and the Fear of the Lord on the other, they were both holding my hands. The bible says the fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom and understand, and it keeps us from falling into lewdness, and the Lord, agape kind of Love keeps us from falling into legalism, and with out both we become unbalanced. So lets pray, Father God by your Holy Spirit and the shed blood of Jesus we ask you to fill us a fresh, and birth inside us the fear and love of the Lord, that we would love and honor you to the point of death, death to our ways and our flesh, having a knowing of Your presents inside us that we would not want to hurt You in any. In Jesus name amen
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland
However the farther up I climbed the mountain became very steep, and the path was very narrow, basically I was able to only put one foot in front of another.
Then all at once there were two others there, one on my left, and the other on my right, and they were helping me up this very steep mountain range.
Up until now I was not sure what that was about, I just knew it was my walk with the Lord, and every now and then the Holy Spirit would give a little here and a little there to keep me searching.
Last night at my Life Group meeting as I was showing the DVD of John Bevere about heaven and the fear and love of the Lord, the lights went on in my heart; I saw that mountain again and it was Love of God on one side of me and the Fear of the Lord on the other, they were both holding my hands. The bible says the fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom and understand, and it keeps us from falling into lewdness, and the Lord, agape kind of Love keeps us from falling into legalism, and with out both we become unbalanced. So lets pray, Father God by your Holy Spirit and the shed blood of Jesus we ask you to fill us a fresh, and birth inside us the fear and love of the Lord, that we would love and honor you to the point of death, death to our ways and our flesh, having a knowing of Your presents inside us that we would not want to hurt You in any. In Jesus name amen
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Joel 2:21-27
I haven't been able to sleep very well for the pass few nights, I toss and turn and finely get up to see if the Lord would like to say something, or have me pray. Last night, nothing, tonight, I get up and get my bible, for two days I have been seeing 222, on the clock on the cable box, on a marque, seems like everywhere I turn I see it. As I go to open my bible it falls, yeah you guessed it, Joel 2:22, I started to read in the 21st verse, and it blew me away, I share it with all of you because I know a lot of us are going through a wilderness journey of some sort.
Joel 2:21-27
21 Fear not, O land, be glad and rejoice; for Jehovah hath done great things.
22 Be not afraid, ye beasts of the field; for the pastures of the wilderness do spring, for the tree beareth its fruit, the fig-tree and the vine do yield their strength.
23 Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in Jehovah your God; for he giveth you the former rain in just measure, and he causeth to come down for you the rain, the former rain and the latter rain, in the first [month].
24 And the floors shall be full of wheat, and the vats shall overflow with new wine and oil.
25 And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the canker-worm, and the caterpillar, and the palmer-worm, my great army which I sent among you.
26 And ye shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and shall praise the name of Jehovah your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you; and my people shall never be put to shame.
27 And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am Jehovah your God, and there is none else; and my people shall never be put to shame.
I would like for you to notice, God says here two time not to be afraid, and my people shall not be a shame. When the Lord says something twice it is established. How many of you if you would be honest, felt some sort of shame because the place you are on your journey?, I know with the things the Lord has asked of me over the years the devil tried his best to but shame on me, BUT GOD, read the above again and again until you have put the devil back under your feet where he belongs. Happy Reading.
I have to add this for I feel it is very important, at 2:00 am the Lord would not allow me to sleep, the above post and Micah, Amos, Acts 9 were given to me. at 4 pm 03/31/2008 a hugh fire broke out in our city once again, this is the third great fire to hit, but over 150 fires all together this year alone. I add this to ask as a body of believers to watch and pray, and be ready, in Jesus name. I am very grateful to the lord that no lives were hurt or lost during these times.
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Joel 2:21-27
21 Fear not, O land, be glad and rejoice; for Jehovah hath done great things.
22 Be not afraid, ye beasts of the field; for the pastures of the wilderness do spring, for the tree beareth its fruit, the fig-tree and the vine do yield their strength.
23 Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in Jehovah your God; for he giveth you the former rain in just measure, and he causeth to come down for you the rain, the former rain and the latter rain, in the first [month].
24 And the floors shall be full of wheat, and the vats shall overflow with new wine and oil.
25 And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the canker-worm, and the caterpillar, and the palmer-worm, my great army which I sent among you.
26 And ye shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and shall praise the name of Jehovah your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you; and my people shall never be put to shame.
27 And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am Jehovah your God, and there is none else; and my people shall never be put to shame.
I would like for you to notice, God says here two time not to be afraid, and my people shall not be a shame. When the Lord says something twice it is established. How many of you if you would be honest, felt some sort of shame because the place you are on your journey?, I know with the things the Lord has asked of me over the years the devil tried his best to but shame on me, BUT GOD, read the above again and again until you have put the devil back under your feet where he belongs. Happy Reading.
I have to add this for I feel it is very important, at 2:00 am the Lord would not allow me to sleep, the above post and Micah, Amos, Acts 9 were given to me. at 4 pm 03/31/2008 a hugh fire broke out in our city once again, this is the third great fire to hit, but over 150 fires all together this year alone. I add this to ask as a body of believers to watch and pray, and be ready, in Jesus name. I am very grateful to the lord that no lives were hurt or lost during these times.
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Divine Direction
All my life in the Christian world I have been called a Joesph, and Esther, you know you tend to think of all the glamor of these two peoples lives, however you must see what they went through to get to where they are, and that is the same for all of us, The following was an email I received this morning and just had to blog it. For this is my life, people wonder why I go through the things I do, I even question it, what sin am I doing? Am I in God's will? and if I am why is this thing happening to me, Well here is the answer for me, as well as anyone who is going through the same thing, God Bless and Happy Reading.
Divine DirectionRev. James C. Matthews
"Then some Midianite traders passed by, so they pulled him up and lifted Joseph out of the pit, and sold him to the Ishmaelites for twenty shekels of silver. Thus they brought Joseph into Egypt." Genesis 37:28
Often, when we look for direction from God we seek the miraculous. We search for a sign, a voice or a vision to make our paths plain. However, God can and does employ more common (even painful) experiences in our life to provide direction for our lives. We lose a job, experience a break up in a relationship, financial instability, stricken with an illness or something is taken from us. These "life events" may be God's way of causing us to look in another direction. God will often close a door, to point us in the direction of another.
God has a purpose and plan for our lives. The problem is - so do we. Often our plans and God's plan are not the same. We often seek things that are short sighted. God knows this and allows certain events in our lives to point us in the right direction. Often these situations look nothing like what we think God's plan for our lives should look like. We must be careful not to misconstrue God's direction as persecution. "God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28).
If anyone's life demonstrates this principle it's Joseph. Joseph received a dream from God revealing his destiny. In his dream he was in a place of prestige and power. In a matter of days, Joseph went from being his father's favorite son to being a slave in a foreign land. He was thrown into a pit, sold into slavery and taken to Egypt to spend the rest of his life. Unbeknownst to Joseph, all of this was God's way of positioning him to fulfill his purpose in life. Joseph had to go into the pit, to meet Potiphar. Potiphar's wife had to falsely accuse Joseph for him to be sent to prison. It was in prison where Joseph met attendants in Pharaoh's court. It was because of this time in prison that Joseph received the opportunity to meet Pharaoh. When he met Pharaoh he entered into his destiny.
When Joseph laid his head down to sleep that first night in Egypt he was far from home, but squarely within God's plan. God declares: "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways, "declares the LORD." For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways And My thoughts than your thoughts" (Isaiah 55:8-9). I am sure Joseph saw the changes in his situation as set backs, when in reality they were setups. God was providing "divine direction" through what appeared to be disaster. Each disappointing turn in his life pointed him in the direction of his destiny and purpose.
Some of you may be experiencing what appears to be a disaster or dead end in your life, when in fact it's direction. As you experience your transition, never lose sight of God's sovereignty. Sometimes God allows us to lose control so that He can take control. When Joseph's brothers threw him into the pit, I am sure he had no idea he had taken the first step toward his destiny. After looking over his life and all that had transpired, Joseph was able to say to his brothers: "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result..." (Genesis 50:20). Everything he thought was an accident was really providence. It was divine direction!
Divine DirectionRev. James C. Matthews
"Then some Midianite traders passed by, so they pulled him up and lifted Joseph out of the pit, and sold him to the Ishmaelites for twenty shekels of silver. Thus they brought Joseph into Egypt." Genesis 37:28
Often, when we look for direction from God we seek the miraculous. We search for a sign, a voice or a vision to make our paths plain. However, God can and does employ more common (even painful) experiences in our life to provide direction for our lives. We lose a job, experience a break up in a relationship, financial instability, stricken with an illness or something is taken from us. These "life events" may be God's way of causing us to look in another direction. God will often close a door, to point us in the direction of another.
God has a purpose and plan for our lives. The problem is - so do we. Often our plans and God's plan are not the same. We often seek things that are short sighted. God knows this and allows certain events in our lives to point us in the right direction. Often these situations look nothing like what we think God's plan for our lives should look like. We must be careful not to misconstrue God's direction as persecution. "God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28).
If anyone's life demonstrates this principle it's Joseph. Joseph received a dream from God revealing his destiny. In his dream he was in a place of prestige and power. In a matter of days, Joseph went from being his father's favorite son to being a slave in a foreign land. He was thrown into a pit, sold into slavery and taken to Egypt to spend the rest of his life. Unbeknownst to Joseph, all of this was God's way of positioning him to fulfill his purpose in life. Joseph had to go into the pit, to meet Potiphar. Potiphar's wife had to falsely accuse Joseph for him to be sent to prison. It was in prison where Joseph met attendants in Pharaoh's court. It was because of this time in prison that Joseph received the opportunity to meet Pharaoh. When he met Pharaoh he entered into his destiny.
When Joseph laid his head down to sleep that first night in Egypt he was far from home, but squarely within God's plan. God declares: "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways, "declares the LORD." For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways And My thoughts than your thoughts" (Isaiah 55:8-9). I am sure Joseph saw the changes in his situation as set backs, when in reality they were setups. God was providing "divine direction" through what appeared to be disaster. Each disappointing turn in his life pointed him in the direction of his destiny and purpose.
Some of you may be experiencing what appears to be a disaster or dead end in your life, when in fact it's direction. As you experience your transition, never lose sight of God's sovereignty. Sometimes God allows us to lose control so that He can take control. When Joseph's brothers threw him into the pit, I am sure he had no idea he had taken the first step toward his destiny. After looking over his life and all that had transpired, Joseph was able to say to his brothers: "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result..." (Genesis 50:20). Everything he thought was an accident was really providence. It was divine direction!
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Just Obey
God is so awesome, we need to simply obey daily, ask Him for the directions of the day, the Now, and as we take the steps He gives us, then His Light is enough to see. Then we will always be in the right spot at the right time and doing the right thing.
God says, If we love Him we will obey Him. Let me ask you a question; Do you think a loving Father who layed down His own life for His kids would ever tell you something that would cause you harm and sickness? NO He wouldn't.
The greatest pleasure in the world is knowing you are hearing the voice of God and being confident with His love and His ability to get you to the very place He has called you too. Step by step as you place your foot into the foot print of the Lords, you will never go wrong. Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
God says, If we love Him we will obey Him. Let me ask you a question; Do you think a loving Father who layed down His own life for His kids would ever tell you something that would cause you harm and sickness? NO He wouldn't.
The greatest pleasure in the world is knowing you are hearing the voice of God and being confident with His love and His ability to get you to the very place He has called you too. Step by step as you place your foot into the foot print of the Lords, you will never go wrong. Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Perception
What is our view or perception on the life we live? I choose this rose color font to set in motion your thinking. I recently wrote a book; the book is based on life in general, however 75% is my own life experience's and sent part of it to my older sisters, and one of them came back and ask if I remember this or that. I had a glimpse of some memory it which she asked about, but not all.
Are we looking through rose colored glasses? How is it you perceive our earth, our country, and Jesus Our LORD? Some people still see Jesus as a baby in a crib, some a little boy, If you have asked Him into your heart and to forgive you, you just might see Him as the Christ, the Anointed One.
How do you see the fullness of Christ? Just a one time event? A fussy feeling? A tingle all over? The Word of God says Jesus in the Son of God, born of a virgin. Think about that, how do you see it?
Matthew 1:1818 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
When we have all of Him we are filled with all of Him inculding the Holy Spirit, and this is what the Word says about that.
Mark 16:15-2016 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. 17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
19 So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. 20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Acts 2:1-4
1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
Are we looking through rose colored glasses? How is it you perceive our earth, our country, and Jesus Our LORD? Some people still see Jesus as a baby in a crib, some a little boy, If you have asked Him into your heart and to forgive you, you just might see Him as the Christ, the Anointed One.
How do you see the fullness of Christ? Just a one time event? A fussy feeling? A tingle all over? The Word of God says Jesus in the Son of God, born of a virgin. Think about that, how do you see it?
Matthew 1:1818 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
When we have all of Him we are filled with all of Him inculding the Holy Spirit, and this is what the Word says about that.
Mark 16:15-2016 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. 17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
19 So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. 20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Acts 2:1-4
1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
Jesus makes a good point in this next verse: I have underlined, now remember these men had hung around Jesus for 3.5 years, and Jesus makes this statement!
John 14:4-11
4 And where I go you know, and the way you know." 5 Thomas said to Him, "Lord, we do not know where You are going, and how can we know the way?" 6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. 7 "If you had known Me, you would have known My Father also; and from now on you know Him and have seen Him
The Lord says if we truly love Him we will obey Him, not just when we want something, or feel like it, we obey because we love and Honor Him.
Happy reading
Copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Destiny
November 30, 1998
This was an paper I wrote in my College English Class, I just found it, and thought this is for right now.
Many people struggle to discover their purpose in life. Some are in an almost desperate quest to fine God's perfect plan to discover whether or not they will ever know the security of living in the perfect will of God. Before a person can walk in the will of God, they must what it is. In 1Corinthians 16.9 Paul the Apostle wrote, "For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries." Something is always trying to confuse you and block your way. When you are looking and asking for a door of opportunity to open, ask for Wisdom. In James 1:6 it says, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God and he will give it in abundance to those who ask." Keep in mind that nothing comes all at one time, but there is a start, middle, and finish. Always know that God is on your side. He is cheering you onwards. Be thankful for the hard times in life, as well as the good, for here is where true Godly Character and maturity is built. When you walk through the darkness of life, God is right there holding your hand, guiding your steps. In these times a person must decide to get aggressive in your attitude toward the adversary, the devil. If you do not allow him to get to first base, then he can not get to second. Don't ever settle for less, God says to go for the best He has for you. Watch out for compromise, walk in integrity, don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Be positive in the steps you take even if you are not sure it is the will of God, know that He loves you and as you believe that He is leading you, His plan for your life will unfold. God works all things out for good, for those who love Him, and are called according to His purpose.
Happy Reading
copright@ by Jacqueline Roland 1998
This was an paper I wrote in my College English Class, I just found it, and thought this is for right now.
Many people struggle to discover their purpose in life. Some are in an almost desperate quest to fine God's perfect plan to discover whether or not they will ever know the security of living in the perfect will of God. Before a person can walk in the will of God, they must what it is. In 1Corinthians 16.9 Paul the Apostle wrote, "For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries." Something is always trying to confuse you and block your way. When you are looking and asking for a door of opportunity to open, ask for Wisdom. In James 1:6 it says, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God and he will give it in abundance to those who ask." Keep in mind that nothing comes all at one time, but there is a start, middle, and finish. Always know that God is on your side. He is cheering you onwards. Be thankful for the hard times in life, as well as the good, for here is where true Godly Character and maturity is built. When you walk through the darkness of life, God is right there holding your hand, guiding your steps. In these times a person must decide to get aggressive in your attitude toward the adversary, the devil. If you do not allow him to get to first base, then he can not get to second. Don't ever settle for less, God says to go for the best He has for you. Watch out for compromise, walk in integrity, don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Be positive in the steps you take even if you are not sure it is the will of God, know that He loves you and as you believe that He is leading you, His plan for your life will unfold. God works all things out for good, for those who love Him, and are called according to His purpose.
Happy Reading
copright@ by Jacqueline Roland 1998
Gifts
This morning I have been pondering on the gifts and talents that the Lord has placed inside each of us. I see in my heart like in the old west days where people would go out to get water from their well. It took fining the Pall and then taking the steps out to the well, it did not matter what the weather was, because they were thirsty and was in need if the water. We as God's people are like that well, we have inside us gifts that were placed there my God. However, we need to fitch our Pall (purpose) and go deep inside us and get the gifts that have been laying there dormant.
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Monday, March 17, 2008
True Success
I heard it said that True Success meant passion and vision, and it does not always mean dollars and cents, how we get things turn around, so lets follow the heart of God as it matches our heart, and do not look back.
Happy Reading
Jacqueline Roland
By Bishop Earl Jones
This was to good not to add to my blog
Monday, March 17, 2008
When God Puts You On Hold BY Bishop E. Earl Jenkins
"Wait for the Lord; Be Strong..." PSALM 27:14 NRS
If you're a seasoned air traveler, chances are you're familiar with the term "holding pattern." That's when your plane is unable to land because of unfavorable ground conditions. Generally the pilot announces that he's been told to maintain a holding pattern pending an update from the control tower. It happens regularly, so planes have to carry enough fuel to stay airborne till they can land safely. The Bible says, "Wait for the Lord; be strong...let your heart take courage." When God puts you in a holding pattern it's not just a question of having enough faith to receive His promise, it's also a matter of having enough "spiritual staying power" to stay airborne until it comes to pass. That's why you need to carry enough spiritual fuel to handle delays and wait for clearance.
The Bible refers to the Holy Spirit, "a rushing mighty wind" (Acts 2:2). After God had delayed Noah long enough to accomplish His purpose, "He sent a wind" (Ge 8:1 NIV). Anytime a wind comes from the presence of God it blows away all hindrances and obstacles, it dries the ground under your feet so you can move ahead. It demolishes the spirit of fear and heaviness that makes you want to quit.
David asked God, "What is man that you are mindful of him?" (Ps 8:4 NIV). Even in times of frustration and waiting, God is still thinking about you and working everything out for your good. His delays aren't denials. So, when you sense a divine breeze in your spirit, rejoice, it's a sign that He's clearing you to land and good things are about to happen!
Bishop Edward Earl Jenkins is the senior pastor and founder of the True Servant Worship & Praise Church located in Trenton, New Jersey.
Monday, March 17, 2008
When God Puts You On Hold BY Bishop E. Earl Jenkins
"Wait for the Lord; Be Strong..." PSALM 27:14 NRS
If you're a seasoned air traveler, chances are you're familiar with the term "holding pattern." That's when your plane is unable to land because of unfavorable ground conditions. Generally the pilot announces that he's been told to maintain a holding pattern pending an update from the control tower. It happens regularly, so planes have to carry enough fuel to stay airborne till they can land safely. The Bible says, "Wait for the Lord; be strong...let your heart take courage." When God puts you in a holding pattern it's not just a question of having enough faith to receive His promise, it's also a matter of having enough "spiritual staying power" to stay airborne until it comes to pass. That's why you need to carry enough spiritual fuel to handle delays and wait for clearance.
The Bible refers to the Holy Spirit, "a rushing mighty wind" (Acts 2:2). After God had delayed Noah long enough to accomplish His purpose, "He sent a wind" (Ge 8:1 NIV). Anytime a wind comes from the presence of God it blows away all hindrances and obstacles, it dries the ground under your feet so you can move ahead. It demolishes the spirit of fear and heaviness that makes you want to quit.
David asked God, "What is man that you are mindful of him?" (Ps 8:4 NIV). Even in times of frustration and waiting, God is still thinking about you and working everything out for your good. His delays aren't denials. So, when you sense a divine breeze in your spirit, rejoice, it's a sign that He's clearing you to land and good things are about to happen!
Bishop Edward Earl Jenkins is the senior pastor and founder of the True Servant Worship & Praise Church located in Trenton, New Jersey.
Peace
We have heard it said in the Word of God, NKJ Romans 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. I want to look at that: Saturday morning I was outside sitting and enjoying the morning, I had set in my heart that this day would be given to the Lord, and it was. After a few hours in the word and prayer, I just got still, there was such a sweet present of the Holy Spirit I did not want to move. Then I heard as if Jesus was standing right in front of me, "My Peace I leave you" WOW I thought; Then pondered on that and as the day went on that precious word grew inside of me, I have to say, OK God what is about to happen? I went to the computer and looked up peace in the word, and Strong's they both said the same, This is what the Jewish bible says:
03/15/2008
The Jewish Bible John 14:27
27 "What I am leaving with you is shalom -- I am giving you my shalom. I don't give the way the world gives. Don't let yourselves be upset or frightened. Shalom also means nothing missing and nothing broken, wholeness.
Part of the Kingdom of God is peace, That very night on TBN Charles Stanley was on, my TV had been off and I had not plan to turn it on, but felt a nudge to. He was preaching on that very thing of Peace. God will always confirm His word to you, I didn't even ask Him too. The more I learn the less I know, I am learning that when a person has complete Trust and faith in Daddy God, and what He has for you, NOTHING SHALL BE IMPOSSIBLE. As a matter of fact, on December 28, 2007 ,I was thinking about a situation in my life while driving to the post office, and I had told the Lord I felt it was just impossible for that to take place. I went to Walmart after the P.O. and as I was pulling out there was a man holding a sign, I had nothing to give this beggar that day, and I looked away, then I felt a nudge from the lord to read the sign; WOW it said For with God nothing shall be impossible for you!!! God sent me an angle to get His point across, How faithful He is.
Happy reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
03/15/2008
The Jewish Bible John 14:27
27 "What I am leaving with you is shalom -- I am giving you my shalom. I don't give the way the world gives. Don't let yourselves be upset or frightened. Shalom also means nothing missing and nothing broken, wholeness.
Part of the Kingdom of God is peace, That very night on TBN Charles Stanley was on, my TV had been off and I had not plan to turn it on, but felt a nudge to. He was preaching on that very thing of Peace. God will always confirm His word to you, I didn't even ask Him too. The more I learn the less I know, I am learning that when a person has complete Trust and faith in Daddy God, and what He has for you, NOTHING SHALL BE IMPOSSIBLE. As a matter of fact, on December 28, 2007 ,I was thinking about a situation in my life while driving to the post office, and I had told the Lord I felt it was just impossible for that to take place. I went to Walmart after the P.O. and as I was pulling out there was a man holding a sign, I had nothing to give this beggar that day, and I looked away, then I felt a nudge from the lord to read the sign; WOW it said For with God nothing shall be impossible for you!!! God sent me an angle to get His point across, How faithful He is.
Happy reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Fruit
As I was reading this passage the other day in Mark 21 18:22, it struck me, and I asked the Lord to enlighten me. This is what I was impressed with. All things were created by God, and all things know His voice that are of God. The fig tree would not give anything to the Lord to eat, and what got my attention was; All of us that are of the Lord Jesus is required by Him to be ready in season and out of season, and even though it was not the season for the fig tree to give its fruit, it was still required to do so, and as you know the Lord curse it....How much more is required of us when the Lord calls on us to feed the souls of the world, He has placed His Holy Spirit in us, and if we will allow Him to fill our mouth at the due and set time, then we also can give out much fruit, and be blessed by the Lord and not cursed.
Mark 21:18-22
18 Now in the morning, as He returned to the city, He was hungry. 19 And seeing a fig tree by the road, He came to it and found nothing on it but leaves, and said to it, "Let no fruit grow on you ever again." Immediately the fig tree withered away. 20 And when the disciples saw it, they marveled, saying, "How did the fig tree wither away so soon?" 21 So Jesus answered and said to them, "Assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only do what was done to the fig tree, but also if you say to this mountain, 'Be removed and be cast into the sea,' it will be done. 22 And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive."
2 Timothy 4:1-8
1 I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at* His appearing and His kingdom: 2 Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables. 5 But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Mark 21:18-22
18 Now in the morning, as He returned to the city, He was hungry. 19 And seeing a fig tree by the road, He came to it and found nothing on it but leaves, and said to it, "Let no fruit grow on you ever again." Immediately the fig tree withered away. 20 And when the disciples saw it, they marveled, saying, "How did the fig tree wither away so soon?" 21 So Jesus answered and said to them, "Assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only do what was done to the fig tree, but also if you say to this mountain, 'Be removed and be cast into the sea,' it will be done. 22 And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive."
2 Timothy 4:1-8
1 I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at* His appearing and His kingdom: 2 Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables. 5 But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
Happy Reading
copyright @ by Jacqueline Roland 2008
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Worship Insight
Have you ever ask the question what is worship? Some say it is singing with the worship team, or shouting Praise the Lord, and other say just to be silent before the Lord, and all of those is a form, but mostly praise. However worship is something that comes from the worth of the thing, or place and or person. I was reading a story about king David, you can fine this in II Samuel 23.
King David was down in the cave Adullam, and was being pursue on every side, he was in the enemies camp, and foreign enemies were pressing hard on him, and Davids own mad, murderous king on the other. David let out a sigh and and moan, and his men heard him say,; "what I wouldn't give for a drink of water from Bethlehem's well right now." That in itself did not seem like much to ask for right!?, Wrong, for the well at Bethlehem was in occupied territory. As the story goes, Shammah, Eleazar, and Josheb, David's warriors went out by night to give their lord water from this well, they hid themselves in the night, and brought David back this water he longed for; However when they gave this water to David, and David knew the cost of it because these men risked their lives for it, David says this is to holy for me, and pour it out as worship to the Lord, the bible calls this a precious gift, an offering unto the Lord. This was worship in action. Worship is about recognizing worth, David's warrior saw that their leader was worthy of their lives, and David recognized the worth of their sacrifice, and knew it belonged to another. You have to ask yourself, what have I worship the Lord with? As I was pondering on this, I then understood all the things I gave up in order to follow my Lord Jesus, My King, and He called it worship and a sweet smell to Him. I had just never recognized it until this morning as I went back in yester years, The devil never wanted me to know this, he wanted to keep me down by a lie, BUT GOD, revealed the truth, The false marriage, the homes, and all the stuff in my homes, and my own children for a season had to be given up in order for me to obey and follow hard after God, MY Papa God says this was worship to Him. Don't ever think when you are ask to leave a place, person, or thing for the sake of Christ is a lost, it is worship unto God, and a sweet smell, and just like Job, it shall be given back double for your trouble. We sever a loving Father, and Awesome God, who loves us so much....
Happy Reading
King David was down in the cave Adullam, and was being pursue on every side, he was in the enemies camp, and foreign enemies were pressing hard on him, and Davids own mad, murderous king on the other. David let out a sigh and and moan, and his men heard him say,; "what I wouldn't give for a drink of water from Bethlehem's well right now." That in itself did not seem like much to ask for right!?, Wrong, for the well at Bethlehem was in occupied territory. As the story goes, Shammah, Eleazar, and Josheb, David's warriors went out by night to give their lord water from this well, they hid themselves in the night, and brought David back this water he longed for; However when they gave this water to David, and David knew the cost of it because these men risked their lives for it, David says this is to holy for me, and pour it out as worship to the Lord, the bible calls this a precious gift, an offering unto the Lord. This was worship in action. Worship is about recognizing worth, David's warrior saw that their leader was worthy of their lives, and David recognized the worth of their sacrifice, and knew it belonged to another. You have to ask yourself, what have I worship the Lord with? As I was pondering on this, I then understood all the things I gave up in order to follow my Lord Jesus, My King, and He called it worship and a sweet smell to Him. I had just never recognized it until this morning as I went back in yester years, The devil never wanted me to know this, he wanted to keep me down by a lie, BUT GOD, revealed the truth, The false marriage, the homes, and all the stuff in my homes, and my own children for a season had to be given up in order for me to obey and follow hard after God, MY Papa God says this was worship to Him. Don't ever think when you are ask to leave a place, person, or thing for the sake of Christ is a lost, it is worship unto God, and a sweet smell, and just like Job, it shall be given back double for your trouble. We sever a loving Father, and Awesome God, who loves us so much....
Happy Reading
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
To Be still
The other day when I started to write what I felt, and some things God had given me, it seem to release something, almost like an open dairy. Yesterday 03/03/2008 one of the very things that the Lord had told be to be still and know He is God came to pass, He had change the heart of a heathen to comply with His will on my behave, the pressure released was so strong, I am so grateful. One of the things I have learned is when the Lord tells you something, either in a direction to go, or a person to speck to on His behave, if you just simply obey, He will bring it to pass. Now this time of being still was tough, I have pressures coming from every side trying to get me to move out where God had not told because of the need I had was so great. I had already been told by the Lord that the ones who were to obey God were not, well God's word do not come back void but it goes forth and does just what it was sent to do. I am grateful to My King Jesus and the Holy Spirit for being so faithful.
Sunday, March 2, 2008
What is real and Whats not?
Today my pastor had a wonderful message on hell, this is a subject that most people do not like to talk about, let alone in front of the world. However, if the Love of God is abiding in you then you will share it. God's love is the most real thing you will ever know on this earth, God is Daddy God, and Papa God, and Father, there is a difference between all three names, it is kinda like when you call your child by there name, and if you really need to get there attention, you add their middle name, and if they still do not listen, you shout their whole name, and by this time they turn to hear you sharply. When you have love for your children you think that is the most real thing any human can ever feel, but that is soulish love, we would lay our life now for them, but never the less it is not as real as God's love. Because when you have His love you have it all.
Blessings
Blessings
Singles
This was so good had to add it, because I know not only myself, but many others male and female fall into this bad mind set, Happy Reading
Jacqueline
March 02, 2008
God Loves YouDr. Betty R. Price
Romans 12:1-2 tell us what to do with our minds and with our flesh
1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your body a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God which is your reasonable service
2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable and perfect will of God.
I know we can renew our minds, but we have to be forever thinking about God and His great love for mankind. Because if you don't, you will think more in line with the world than with the things of God. You have to understand that the body always wants to gratify the flesh. You have to train it, make it do, kill it, sacrifice it. And sacrifice is not fun, but it is the joy of the Lord you want.
Ephesians 4:22-24 say:
22 that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts
23 and be renewed in the spirit of your mind,
24 and that you put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.
It is our responsibility to do something about our minds. Once a person has been converted and becomes a new man, he is to focus his thoughts on God, as well as the good things of life. We, as Believers, should never dwell on immoral, fleshly, worldly, selfish, sinful or evil thoughts. Sinful and negative thoughts disrupt and destroy our peace. The mind always goes down to the level of the flesh, but we have to control it because we live in the flesh and that is the thing we gravitate to. And that is why we need to operate in the Word of God in order to control our thinking, which will control our flesh.
Second Timothy 1:7 says:
7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. So, we have a sound mind. Therefore, we have to think about the things of God, so we can think right thoughts.
"I don't think I'm ever going to get a husband." This is what I hear a lot of times from women around the church. You will get a husband if you do what God's Word says. You don't want to get the wrong husband. Too many people get the wrong mates.
I know a young lady who used to do some work for me. She came here from another country. She said she helped her husband come here, and when he got here, he dumped her. All he wanted to do was to get to America. She met another man whom she lived with for a while, but he ended up taking advantage of her too. So she ended up alone again.
My heart really goes out to single women if they are not enjoying their Christian life. I wish they could just believe God and know He loves them so much and wants to help them. However, they have to spend time with the Father and build a relationship with Him in order to develop that confidence to know He will give them the desires of their hearts if they will delight themselves in Him.
Now this girl was in the world, but Christian women go through the same thing. Anyway she came to see me and told me that she had met another guy. She said, "Oh, I was just so lonely." I told her, "I can imagine that it is lonely being by yourself, and I am happy that you have met someone, and I hope it will be a good relationship. But whatever you do, don't sleep with him." Because every time she had sex with these guys, when they would end up leaving her, she would feel just so bad and depressed. This is what she said to me, "But you have to sleep with them before you marry them; otherwise, how are you going to know everything is going to work?"
I said, "Well, Adam didn't sleep with Eve. This is where you have to trust God, but if you trust in your own thinking, you can get the wrong person, and you are going to get hurt over and over again." And many women have experienced this over and over again. It just breaks my heart to see women go through things like this, and still end up with the wrong person or alone. Then they are left with the worst self-esteem, just because some man has put them down. I tell women I counsel with: "You have to know you are complete in Jesus. You don't need a man to make you complete. And you don't need a man to meet your needs because the Word says, 'And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus' (Phil. 4:19)." If we would learn to really trust God, we could have such a beautiful life. But if you are not committed to staying in the Word, you are going to be led by your mind, your feelings, and your body. If you think these things God tells us to think, you will be on your way. Because He is the most important One to please, and if you please Him, you will end up pleasing yourself and everybody else around you. If the ones who are not pleased leave you because you are with the Lord, it is okay because you do not need them around you any way.
Jacqueline
March 02, 2008
God Loves YouDr. Betty R. Price
Romans 12:1-2 tell us what to do with our minds and with our flesh
1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your body a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God which is your reasonable service
2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable and perfect will of God.
I know we can renew our minds, but we have to be forever thinking about God and His great love for mankind. Because if you don't, you will think more in line with the world than with the things of God. You have to understand that the body always wants to gratify the flesh. You have to train it, make it do, kill it, sacrifice it. And sacrifice is not fun, but it is the joy of the Lord you want.
Ephesians 4:22-24 say:
22 that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts
23 and be renewed in the spirit of your mind,
24 and that you put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.
It is our responsibility to do something about our minds. Once a person has been converted and becomes a new man, he is to focus his thoughts on God, as well as the good things of life. We, as Believers, should never dwell on immoral, fleshly, worldly, selfish, sinful or evil thoughts. Sinful and negative thoughts disrupt and destroy our peace. The mind always goes down to the level of the flesh, but we have to control it because we live in the flesh and that is the thing we gravitate to. And that is why we need to operate in the Word of God in order to control our thinking, which will control our flesh.
Second Timothy 1:7 says:
7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. So, we have a sound mind. Therefore, we have to think about the things of God, so we can think right thoughts.
"I don't think I'm ever going to get a husband." This is what I hear a lot of times from women around the church. You will get a husband if you do what God's Word says. You don't want to get the wrong husband. Too many people get the wrong mates.
I know a young lady who used to do some work for me. She came here from another country. She said she helped her husband come here, and when he got here, he dumped her. All he wanted to do was to get to America. She met another man whom she lived with for a while, but he ended up taking advantage of her too. So she ended up alone again.
My heart really goes out to single women if they are not enjoying their Christian life. I wish they could just believe God and know He loves them so much and wants to help them. However, they have to spend time with the Father and build a relationship with Him in order to develop that confidence to know He will give them the desires of their hearts if they will delight themselves in Him.
Now this girl was in the world, but Christian women go through the same thing. Anyway she came to see me and told me that she had met another guy. She said, "Oh, I was just so lonely." I told her, "I can imagine that it is lonely being by yourself, and I am happy that you have met someone, and I hope it will be a good relationship. But whatever you do, don't sleep with him." Because every time she had sex with these guys, when they would end up leaving her, she would feel just so bad and depressed. This is what she said to me, "But you have to sleep with them before you marry them; otherwise, how are you going to know everything is going to work?"
I said, "Well, Adam didn't sleep with Eve. This is where you have to trust God, but if you trust in your own thinking, you can get the wrong person, and you are going to get hurt over and over again." And many women have experienced this over and over again. It just breaks my heart to see women go through things like this, and still end up with the wrong person or alone. Then they are left with the worst self-esteem, just because some man has put them down. I tell women I counsel with: "You have to know you are complete in Jesus. You don't need a man to make you complete. And you don't need a man to meet your needs because the Word says, 'And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus' (Phil. 4:19)." If we would learn to really trust God, we could have such a beautiful life. But if you are not committed to staying in the Word, you are going to be led by your mind, your feelings, and your body. If you think these things God tells us to think, you will be on your way. Because He is the most important One to please, and if you please Him, you will end up pleasing yourself and everybody else around you. If the ones who are not pleased leave you because you are with the Lord, it is okay because you do not need them around you any way.
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