Seeker of all things brave

Colossians 3:12

So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience;

Source: http://biblehub.com/colossians/3-12.htm

I especially like this bible verse because it speaks of how God wants us to act; how we should treat each other. With compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Sounds nice and cozy but yet my brain screams out "WAIT...that means I'm going to be tested". Because in actuality we cannot practice these behaviors unless we are put to the test. Meaning I cannot show compassion unless I find myself engaged with a person who (from the outside) appears as they are not respectful and do not deserve compassion. 

For example a person who disrespects you, speaks to you with unkind words because they are holding hurt emotions and find you in close range and unload on you. Your brain again would want to shout out "HURT THEM BACK, yell back, hit, kick...and so on" but if we are to be followers of Jesus we are to look into our Heart of Worship and show compassion for that person. Not stand in the line of fire to keep getting abused but remove ourselves from that moment with a forgiving heart for our offender. We should pray for that person. We should hold patience in our heart for them and visit them in the future with a fellow christian brother or sister and ask the person if they would like to talk. If they are okay, if they need help. If they would like to pray.

Many times the enemy tries to confuse us by sending hurt people our way to see how we react to them. When we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus we can live out Colossians 3:12. When we are confused by the enemy that is when we might be tempted to disobey God. It is that time that we need to stop and pray and turn to Col. 3:12 for a reminder of how God wants us to tackle these trials and tribulations. This takes a brave heart. But God wants you to be a seeker of all things brave.

Blessings,
Sandra

Heart of Worship

Psalm 100

A psalm. For giving grateful praise.

1Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.

2Worship the Lord with gladness;

come before him with joyful songs.

3Know that the Lord is God.

It is he who made us, and we are his^a ;

we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

4Enter his gates with thanksgiving

and his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and praise his name.

5For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;

his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Source: http://biblehub.com/niv/psalms/100.htm

God Sends Special Messengers

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Curious Girls/Bible Explorations

A is for Angel

God Sends Special Messengers

{ Luke 1: 28, 30-31 }

28 The angel came to her and said

“Greetings! The Lord has blessed

you and is with you.”

30 The angel said to her, “Don’t be

afraid, Mary; God has shown you

his grace. 31 Listen! You will become

pregnant and give birth to a son, and

you will name him Jesus.

Exploration Questions:

When an angel delivers God's message to you 

how do you normally respond... with fear, doubt, 

worry? What does God expect for us to do when

he guides us with the angels he places in our life?

What are the consequences of believing or doubting God's message? Are you open to receive his message and live your life upon his will or do you still hold tight that you are in control of your destiny?

Freedom is the priviledge of those who are willing to obey.

Life is complete and happy when we surrender ourselves to God, whose yoke is easy and burden is light.
- Lucille Sollenberger

Love Binds - Colossians 3:14

"Today may there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.”  ~ anonymous author 

Jesus Offers Real Food

POSTCARD A DAY CHALLENGE

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(Wednesday, May 12, 2013)

QUESTIONS: What does the "real food" that Jesus offers satisfy? How does a person receive that food? Why do you want to be close to Jesus? Do you want his miracles or his claims? Physical food or spiritual food?

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Hypocrisy

POSTCARD A DAY CHALLENGE

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(Tuesday, May 11, 2013)

QUESTIONS: Why is hypocrisy so displeasing to God? Where does hypocrisy originate? What hypocrisy in your life needs to be healed?

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FREEDOM

POSTCARD A DAY CHALLENGE

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(Monday, May 10, 2013)

QUESTIONS: Think about the fears and needs in your life. In what ways "have you let go of everything" and put your trust in God to meet those needs? Pray or write your own psalm of trust to God. Praise him for his faithfulness to you.