by lighthouse | Nov 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 9:6 “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” Is donating time, talent and treasure a sensitive, conscience tingling action? Should you and I donate 10% based on our net income or gross income? Another question: Does God bless you and me based on our width or on our height? Answer: God blesses us based on His love. Our giving is the same. Giving is not a % thing; giving is based on the heart and love and appreciation. Don’t you do the same with your own children? Giving is not a matter of financial calculation of the brain—-Giving is always a matter of 1 organ–the heart.
by lighthouse | Nov 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 8:22 “In addition, we are sending with them our brother who has often proved to us in many ways that he zealous, and now even more so because of his great confidence in you.” You and I have the ability to encourage or discourage. Do you have a child, a friend, a spouse, or even a grocery store clerk who is affected by the way you treat them? Yes, you do. Everyone you come in contact with is affected by you and by your attitude toward them. Try today making an effort to honestly encourage everyone you come in contact with and you will find your day will be filled with joy. Test that truth!
by lighthouse | Nov 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 8:21 “For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men.” How can you and I care what God thinks without caring about the concerns of His creations made in His image? We have bracelets which have the initials WWJD, implying we actively care about the mindset of our Creator, what about the well being of His creation from conception through natural life? Paul urges us to be consistent–caring about both God and man.
by lighthouse | Nov 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 8:9 “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.” We all place too much emphasis on earthly assets. Millionaires, billionaires, those living in wealth are almost always considered the lucky ones; whereas, we also know wealth is very short lived and never of itself generates either happiness, a good life or satisfaction and peace. Jesus has given each of us wealth beyond measure which will last into eternity. Never let earthly wealth influence you. Be impressed with the free wealth given by your Savior. We have 2 prayer requests. I have a prayer request please. Please pray for an organization called On Our Own. It’s an organization that has several houses in St. Paul in which people with disabilities live and receive some help. I have a friend who lives in one of the houses and they have bed bugs they have been unable to get rid of for several months. Poor guy gets bit many times every night. Please pray...
by lighthouse | Nov 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 7:1 “Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” God has made–out of this world–promises to each of us. God could not be more loving to each of us. Our God is beyond wonderful–so much so that our minds cannot comprehend His loving concern for each of us. Each of us knows what I just wrote. Therefore, isn’t it a strong desire on your and my part to show our God our sincere appreciation by living our lives as His dear children?
