I try to live by the God code, “Always do what is right” recognizing that God can only bless that which is right. He cannot and will not bless our wrong attitudes or actions. You may find a disguised blessing in those wrong attitudes and action at times. Satan wants you on His side, so he might “bless” your anger, evil dishonesty or other attitude or action…….but rest assured that THIS blessing by Satan is surely disguised, for you will certainly pay consequences and he will be back in the corner snickering. WE WANT GOD’S BLESSING! Read More | Comments
- New Testament
-
May6th
2 CommentsMark 9:33-35, The God Code
Posted in: Gospel of Mark, New Testament
-
May6th
No Comments
I have often said, “I’m slow….but I’m here”. But this one takes the cake: There was this guy that lived next door and as I was cutting the grass I couldn’t help but notice him coming out three or four times, walking to the mailbox and opening it, and angrily slamming the door shut, then walking back inside. Finally, I stopped and asked him if everything was alright? He told me he was going to take his new computer back! He was fed up because every few minutes it said, “You’ve got mail”. Okay, maybe that didn’t really happen, but that’s the kind of stuff I do sometimes (according to my wife). “I’m slow….but I’m here” Read More | Comments -
May3rd
No Comments
Sometimes we see a problem in our life and it can simply be solved by applying God’s wisdom. Other times, the problem is much greater than us and requires deep prayer. I would say that in ALL cases, prayer is a good thing. It’s never a bad thing. The key is, are we relying on God in all things or are we relying on ourselves and our own abilities?
-
May2nd
No Comments
A good friend of mine, Mike, has been struggling with many things. One of the things he has been struggling with that WE ALL STRUGGLE WITH if we are honest with ourselves, is FAITH. Not faith as in, “Do I believe that Jesus is my Lord and Savior?” That is “belief”. You can believe and not have faith…..however, you can’t have faith with unbelief. They are closely related yet subtly different, entwined together like a rope. Faith is not something we necessarily “achieve”, it is not stored away and therefore builds up so that we have an abundance of it. No, faith is a CONSTANT growing process……a daily renewing of our trust and love for Jesus! And, I believe, it can’t be obtained nor maintained without help……”Lord, help me in my unbelief (faith)!” Read More | Comments -
May2nd
No Comments
Not unlike ancient times, this generation struggles to have faith. The key, I believe to having faith is in trusting God no matter what the outcome. THAT takes a humble and surrendering heart! Hmmmmm…..I think Jesus talked about that a lot. So, why don’t we just do it? We act as if this life on earth is the be-all end-all and it’s not. There is a glorious eternity in the arms of Jesus ahead. It’s true, there is a battle going on for your heart and soul. It’s a battle that has been already one by Jesus. Just make sure you are on the right side. Read More | Comments -
May1st
2 Comments
I wear glasses and basically have two pair. One pair is a bifocal so I can see distance as well as close up. I call these my preaching glasses because I like to see the people I am talking to when I speak. The other pair are reading glasses that are just for when I work on the computer (all day). That way I don’t have to always be stretching my neck to look through the small bifocal section used for reading. The key is……it is sooooooo important to be able to see clearly. Without my glasses I am lost (everything is a blur around me), I make mistakes (I can’t discern some things), I have a hard time understanding (because I can’t read the directions)………WHEW! It is so important to be able to see clearly! Read More | Comments -
May1st
No Comments
Each morning when I get up, I pray in the quiet stillness of the day. I get to my office, pray again and start my day with coffee and Jesus. I spend time each morning listening to Jesus through His words and contemplation. I bask in His glory…. meaning that I relish our relationship and simply love to be with Him! For me, it is a symphonic mountaintop experience, part of the divine rhythm of my life. No better way to start the day! Read More | Comments -
April29th
No CommentsMark 9:10-13, Got Questions?
Posted in: Gospel of Mark, New Testament
When I was young and through my 30′s I believed in God, indeed, He had saved me many times from myself. However, there was often this nagging question in my mind as to whether Jesus was who he said he was. My question to you is, is it okay to question the Bible? Is it okay to question your faith? Is it okay to ponder what often seems like contradictions and “hard things to swallow” in our faith? Read More | Comments -
April28th
1 CommentMark 9:7-9, Listen To Him!
Posted in: Gospel of Mark, New Testament
The world very often seems an angry place. There is always someone getting angry about something. In Politics….today, everyone seems angry! I see many relationships, marriages as well as friendships in which it just seems apparent that both parties are looking for reasons to be angry! The truth is, God made it very apparent that “love” is at the center of our relationships. Not anger. I think it’s funny that God speaks to the disciples: Peter, James and John and says, “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” Indeed, Love is at the center of God’s relationship with Jesus. Love is at the center of my relationship with my wife. This is also a great lesson for me as I know the importance of listening to my wife (after all she’s always right!). LOL Read More | Comments -
April27th
No CommentsMark 9:4-6, Feel The Zeal
Posted in: Gospel of Mark, New Testament
Sometimes our zeal overshadows our reality. While in the Army I took my first job as a Squad Leader in a Decontamination Platoon at Ft. Benning, Georgia around 1986. I knew very little about the equipment my platoon and my soldiers were using. In my zeal to “direct the show”, to demonstrate that I was the Squad Leader, I could have jumped out there and acted like I knew what I was doing, indeed, I was the boss. But, in humility and wisdom I asked my soldiers to teach me. You see, it’s important to fully understand before you step out and make a fool of yourself! Read More | Comments
Customize the Bible Version you want to use at LaleoCafe
