Overcome Evil With Good

ROMANS 12:9-21
Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Father, Lord Christ and Holy Spirit, I pray that I not be conformed to this world, but be transformed and made acceptable before God. Thank you for your wisdom and teachings; guidance and love. Praise you for the gift of life and loving me in spite of my sinful nature.

I pray for all to acknowledge that it is better to give than to receive, and to demonstrate this in better outward activity, that we truly help one another.

God's Beauty In Rainbows And Butterflies

PSALMS 119:71
It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.

I do miss my precious angel Angelica, who was the sweetest little sister. I believe with all my heart that God has freed you to enjoy all in Heaven, and I'm certain you love your butterfly wings. Blessed am I to have been loved by you. I'm sending millions of hugs and kisses to you somewhere over the rainbow.

Somewhere over the rainbow
Way up high
And the dreams that you dreamed of
Once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow blue birds fly
And the dreams that you dreamed of
...Dreams really do come true
Someday I'll wish upon a star and
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney tops that's where you'll find me
Somewhere over the rainbow blue birds fly
And the dream that you dare to, why, oh why can't I?
Well I see trees of green and red roses too,
I'll watch them bloom for me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Well I see skies of blue and clouds of white
And the brightness of day
I like the dark and I think to myself
What a wonderful world
The colors of the rainbow so pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces of people passing by
I see friends shaking hands Saying, "How do you do?"
They're really saying, I...I love you
I hear babies cry and I watch them grow,
They'll learn much more than we'll know
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Someday I'll wish upon a star,
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney top that's where you'll find me
Somewhere over the rainbow way up high
And the dream that you dare to, why, oh why can't I?

With all my heart, mind and soul I give thanks unto God, Lord Christ and Holy Spirit for the precious gift of Angelica, and the many other wonderful beings that have touched my life deeply, who are now somewhere over the rainbow, way up high.

We Walk By Faith, Not By Sight

Through faith we are lifted up to unimaginable heights. My past is a testimony that little good comes from me. However, this day is proof that much good becomes of me with the love of Lord Christ and our wonderful Father.

II CORINTHIANS 5:7-8
For we walk by faith, not by sight: we are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

I was born into pain and suffering. I was uncomfortable in my mother's home and in my skin. Early in years I knew much darkness and wickedness of this world, and have experienced much heartache since. Each additional hurt was more damaging; never allowing me to fully recover from the previous devastation. How is it I remain hopeful to find the beauty within me?

II CORINTHIANS 12:9-10
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then I am strong.

I am convinced that every figurative and literal bruise and scar has been necessary for me to truly value God, Lord Christ and Holy Spirit above all. Although I have felt helpless, God planted a seed deep within me that bares purpose. I believe all God's creation is uniquely important, but countless men/women seek not God's will, thus are lost, confused, vulnerable and damaged.

GALATIANS 5:1
Stand fast therefore in the liberty where with Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.

I often meet many people who are filled with much pain and suffering. I am grateful to God that he made me compassionate and loving, that I don't just sit and watch people suffer. I love! I do want to help in whatever way God allows. Perhaps there is value within my past: wisdom through experience; ability to give a genuine hug filled with care and affection at a time most needed; being able to listen to/understand the woes of others; giving unconditionally; being optimistic and hopeful; and sharing faith... can be a comfort unto a vulnerable soul.

HEBREWS 4:16
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.

Father, Lord Christ and Holy Spirit, I pray for relief to all with goodness in their heart who experience pain and suffering. I pray for unwavering faith in your almighty power to draw us near and heal all hurts. Thank you for loving us and providing countless blessings. I pray we understand the magnitude of your goodness. I pray that we love you with all our heart, mind, soul and strength. In the name of your beloved Son and our precious Savior, I do pray for all glory to be unto you. Amen

God Is No Respecter Of Persons

THE ACTS 10:10:34-48
Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: but in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:) that word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached; how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. And we are witnesses of all things which he did both in the land of the Jews, and in Jerusalem; whom they slew and hanged on a tree: Him God raised up the third day, and shewed him openly; not to all the people, but unto witnesses chosen before of God, even to us, who did eat and drink with him after he rose from the dead. And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead. To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins. While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word. And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter, can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we? And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord. Then prayed they him to tarry certain days.

Father, I know Lord Christ is your beloved Son and our Savior. Lord Christ has power beyond our comprehension to heal and make whole. Praise Father! Praise Lord Christ! Praise Holy Spirit!

I pray for the lost, lonely and weak, and for those who cause pain and suffering; they know not the value of the kingdom beyond this earthly life. I pray that you shape and mold them in a fashion that brings all glory unto you. I pray that they be blind no more. I pray for great strength, patience and unwavering love; that your light shine through me unto many. Amen

Father, thank you for the magnificence of your countless blessings. Lord Christ, thank your for your purity of heart and soul, that remains our excellent example of how to be before God. Holy Spirit, thank you for the infinite blessings you bring forth and for being the best part of me.

The Commandments

EXODUS 20:1-20
And God spake all these words, saying, I am the LORD thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.

• Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
• Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth: Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.
• Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
• Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work: but the seventh day is the sabbath of the LORD thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the LORD blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it.
• Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
• Thou shalt not kill.
• Thou shalt not commit adultery.
• Thou shalt not steal.
• Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
• Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.

And all the people saw the thunderings, and lightnings, and the noise of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking: and when the people saw it, they removed, and stood afar off. And they said unto Moses, Speak thou with us, and we will hear: but let not God speak with us, lest we die. And Moses said unto the people, Fear not: for God is come to prove you, and that his fear may be before your faces, that ye sin not.

Thank you Father for your wisdom and teachings. Praise you for creating us and preparing our souls for eternal life. Father, I pray that your path be straight before us, and we fear you indeed so to seek nothing more that glory unto you through the spirit and love of your precious son Lord Christ. Praise Father! Praise Lord Christ! Praise Holy Spirit! Amen

With Lovingkindness & Tender Mercies

PSALMS 103:1-22
Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed. He made known his ways unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel. The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever. He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us. Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame; he remvereth that we are dust. As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so flourisheth. For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof shall know it no more. But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; to such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them. The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all. Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word. Bless ye the LORD, all ye his hosts; ye ministers of his, that do his pleasure. Bless the LORD, all his works in all places of his dominion: bless the LORD, O my soul.

My soul is filled with much gladness and joy. I give thanks unto LORD GOD, Lord Christ and Holy Spirit for all the goodness within this life and for eternal life in Heaven. I praise your name Holy Father! Oh Excellent Father, Almighty GOD, I pray to truly love you with all my heart, mind, soul and strength forevermore. I pray for the lost and lonely to know your Holy Trinity as I do. Let us fear you completely that evil be removed from our lives forever. Glory be unto GOD! Amen