Luke 16
Inspired thots
An encounter with Jesus always brings about a CHANGED Life; one must learn to be sensitive to the workings of God through His Holy Spirit in his life.
The Lord is so good; He always grant us the desire of our hearts, no matter how small it is - just like the women who went out to the tomb. They were concerned about the huge stone against Jesus' tomb but it was already rolled away. Of course it was for a different purpose. Hmmm... I must look deeper into how God is working in my life; He works for HIS Glory; not for mine; not to satisfy my desires...
Jesus rebuked the disciples who doubted about His resurrection. They still did not realize what He said is true and that it is happening. And Jesus revealed that it is their LACK of FAITH and STUBBORN REFUSAL to Believe.
Man tend not to accept what his mind cannot perceive. We will miss out on God's great works.
A daily time out with the Lord Jesus, to hear Him speak to ME. I am asking the Lord to share HIS thoughts with ME, to teach me more about Himself, and how I can be drawn closer to Him... for 'His thoughts are not my thoughts and neither are His ways my ways' Isaiah 55:8,9. This blog is not a theological exegesis. This blog is to record down the INSIGHTS & INSPIRATIONS of God's Word to me; speaking LIFE into my life for Abundant life! :)
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Cruelty of Man
Luke 15
Inspired thots
Man can be quite cruel... he mocks at other's expense. It is usually a self-benefit action that is adopted.
It is a sadist attitude to tease a person who is held wrongfully.
Forgive us Lord, for we are really foolish and knows not what we do.
Inspired thots
Man can be quite cruel... he mocks at other's expense. It is usually a self-benefit action that is adopted.
It is a sadist attitude to tease a person who is held wrongfully.
Forgive us Lord, for we are really foolish and knows not what we do.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Not Very Strong on the INSIDE
Luke 14
Inspired thots
Truly it is Better to be Humble than to Boast... for man is not really that strong on the inside.
We can claim to be wise but really not; we claim to be strong in faith but when adversity comes, we fall.
Yes, we can deceive ourselves very well. Hence, it is best to keep quiet instead of answering; be humble instead of boasting. Truly the "spirit is willing but the flesh is weak".
As an emotional creature, we succumb to our emotions readily ~
~ the disciples rebuked the woman anointing Jesus with their own wisdom and self righteousness
~ they were overcomed with sadness at Jesus' revelation of betrayal
~ they refute emphatically of possibly denying or falling away from Jesus.
~ they could not watch and pray with Jesus due to physical needs (sleep).
~ they fled away when Jesus was arrested to save themselves out of fear
~ Peter: putting on a front to disassociate from Jesus with denials.
Yes, we can deceive ourselves in many ways. Man is weak.
Help me Lord for I am weak too in many ways. Grant me Your Grace and Mercy.
Let me be HUMBLE than Confident in myself
Let me be QUIET than Answer in my own wisdom.
Let me be PRAYERFUL than meeting own needs.
Let me be WILLING than save my own skin.
It will be hard for me Lord without Your grace and mercy.
Inspired thots
Truly it is Better to be Humble than to Boast... for man is not really that strong on the inside.
We can claim to be wise but really not; we claim to be strong in faith but when adversity comes, we fall.
Yes, we can deceive ourselves very well. Hence, it is best to keep quiet instead of answering; be humble instead of boasting. Truly the "spirit is willing but the flesh is weak".
As an emotional creature, we succumb to our emotions readily ~
~ the disciples rebuked the woman anointing Jesus with their own wisdom and self righteousness
~ they were overcomed with sadness at Jesus' revelation of betrayal
~ they refute emphatically of possibly denying or falling away from Jesus.
~ they could not watch and pray with Jesus due to physical needs (sleep).
~ they fled away when Jesus was arrested to save themselves out of fear
~ Peter: putting on a front to disassociate from Jesus with denials.
Yes, we can deceive ourselves in many ways. Man is weak.
Help me Lord for I am weak too in many ways. Grant me Your Grace and Mercy.
Let me be HUMBLE than Confident in myself
Let me be QUIET than Answer in my own wisdom.
Let me be PRAYERFUL than meeting own needs.
Let me be WILLING than save my own skin.
It will be hard for me Lord without Your grace and mercy.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Be on Guard Watching...
Luke 12
Inspired thots
The words repeated... "Be on your Guard"... "Keep Watch"... the end of days is coming.
1) Watch OUT - deception comes to turn many away from the right path of salvation.
2) On Guard - for persecution and accountability of faith in Jesus
3) Be ALERT - to signs of end times and know the times
4) Keep WATCH - at the door for the Master's return
The ONLY important action that I must be doing these days...
Inspired thots
The words repeated... "Be on your Guard"... "Keep Watch"... the end of days is coming.
1) Watch OUT - deception comes to turn many away from the right path of salvation.
2) On Guard - for persecution and accountability of faith in Jesus
3) Be ALERT - to signs of end times and know the times
4) Keep WATCH - at the door for the Master's return
The ONLY important action that I must be doing these days...
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Exercise My Authority through Faith like Jesus
Luke 11
Inspired thots
Jesus had the Authority to perform ALL things as said in Matt 28:18.
He foresees Everything and exercises His authority over earthly situations. His authority stemmed from His FAITH in God - His unshakeable relationship with His Heavenly Father.
I must do likewise; establish my relationship with Jesus/God/Holy Spirit. Strong and stable faith is so impactful - ASK in prayer - BELIEVE you have received - COUNT as yours!
Inspired thots
Jesus had the Authority to perform ALL things as said in Matt 28:18.
He foresees Everything and exercises His authority over earthly situations. His authority stemmed from His FAITH in God - His unshakeable relationship with His Heavenly Father.
I must do likewise; establish my relationship with Jesus/God/Holy Spirit. Strong and stable faith is so impactful - ASK in prayer - BELIEVE you have received - COUNT as yours!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Faith can work WONDERS
Luke 10
Inspired thots
Faith in God must be worked out like in little children who believe trustingly. Hearts are not to be hard or filled with worldly things or concerns like the rich young ruler.
Even the disciples were not spared of wanting glory and honor - James and John requesting to be seated at the right and left of Jesus in His glory!
Jesus had the same question for everyone who comes to Him,"What do you want ME to DO for YOU?"
And the response is always PERSONAL - self glory, healing, blessing.
The father of the possessed boy proclaim his Faith to receive healing for his son;
Blind Bartimaeus Believed in Jesus for healing his sight.
Yes, faith can work wonders if we exercise it - for with God, ALL things ARE POSSIBLE!
Hallelujah!
Inspired thots
Faith in God must be worked out like in little children who believe trustingly. Hearts are not to be hard or filled with worldly things or concerns like the rich young ruler.
Even the disciples were not spared of wanting glory and honor - James and John requesting to be seated at the right and left of Jesus in His glory!
Jesus had the same question for everyone who comes to Him,"What do you want ME to DO for YOU?"
And the response is always PERSONAL - self glory, healing, blessing.
The father of the possessed boy proclaim his Faith to receive healing for his son;
Blind Bartimaeus Believed in Jesus for healing his sight.
Yes, faith can work wonders if we exercise it - for with God, ALL things ARE POSSIBLE!
Hallelujah!
Monday, July 18, 2011
No Attention to Himself
Luke 9
Inspired thots
Jesus is NOT the kind that draws attention to Himself. As much as possible, He avoids that. He tries to go as many places as possible to heal and restore but crowds went running to Him; that can be a hindrance to further coverage.
Unlike the disciples; they did not know much and they do not understand fully - yet, they argue about the best position and being the greatest.... man - personal self glory.
Be Salty - be of Value - Be at Peace with one another.
Inspired thots
Jesus is NOT the kind that draws attention to Himself. As much as possible, He avoids that. He tries to go as many places as possible to heal and restore but crowds went running to Him; that can be a hindrance to further coverage.
Unlike the disciples; they did not know much and they do not understand fully - yet, they argue about the best position and being the greatest.... man - personal self glory.
Be Salty - be of Value - Be at Peace with one another.
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