THE LIVING GOD – COMFORTER

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Barbara Jones

Bedevilment, tragedy, shooting, bedlam, turmoil, and death have happened in Las Vegas. LORD said, “There is no peace unto the wicked” Is.48:22 That was played out before our view live on TV. Immediate crisis! Too many lives lost, injured, scarred by pure evil while good people were helping others survive the barrage of bullets. We saw goodness in the midst of evil, but where is abiding comfort? I find the EVERLASTING COMFORTER is in the LIVING GOD. I don’t know about you, but I need God’s loving comfort during these violent times. “For the Lord God will help me; I shall not be confounded:…He is near that justifies me…let us stand together..Who among you fears the LORD, obeys the voice of his servant, has no light: Let him trust in the name of the LORD” Is.50:7-10 “I even I, am the LORD THAT COMFORTS YOU” Is.51:12 In times like these we need the LORD> “Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, who has loved us and has given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, COMFORT YOUR HEARTS and establish you in every good word and work – – pray for us that the WORD OF THE LORD may have free course and be glorified…and keep you from evil” 11Thes.2:16-3:3 Jesus said in John 15:25,26 “They hated me without a cause, but when the COMFORTER IS COME, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceeds from the Father, He shall testify of me.” In the midst of the storms, we need to look up ..”Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD HAS COMFORTED HIS PEOPLE AND WILL HAVE MERCY UPON HIS AFFLICTED.” Isaiah 49:13

THE LIVING GOD – IS

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Barbara Jones

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“Depends on what is – is!” Have you ever heard that phrase used in a conversation? Today, I hear words coming from people’s mouths that depict truth according to their view point; however, I believe that absolute truth comes from the Word of the Lord. May I share….”The LORD IS GOOD….The LORD IS GOOD TO ALL” Ps.34:8, 145:9 “The LORD IS UPRIGHT: HE IS MY ROCK, there IS NO UNRIGHTEOUSNESS IN HIM“Ps.92:15 “GOD IS MY REFUGE AND FORTRESS” Ps.91:2 “GOD IS MY ROCK and MY SALVATION and MY DEFENCE(PROTECTION)” Ps.61:2 “See that you do not refuse Jesus words. For they escaped not who refused Him that spoke on earth, much more we shall not escape if we turn away from Him that speaks from heaven: His voice then shook the earth: but promised,saying, ‘Yet once more I shake not the earth only, but also heaven…wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear: For OUR GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE.” Heb.12:27-29 “Fear not…..your MAKER IS YOUR HUSBAND; LORD OF HOSTS IS HIS NAME; and REDEEMER and HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL; GOD OF THE WHOLE EARTH SHALL HE BE CALLED.” Isaiah 54:4,5 “Seek the LORD while He may be found, call upon Him while HE IS NEAR” Is.55:6

THE LIVING GOD – HOUSE

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Barbara Jones

How’s you’re house? After two major hurricanes slammed the U.S. with devastating wind and rain many structures are destroyed. Here in the heart of the south, the song was resounding “The night the lights went out in Georgia!” Schools are closed all week after downed power lines from falling trees have to be removed and lines restored. So many homes, businesses, and streets are covered with debri from the storms’ destruction which have people working around the clock to restore liveability! I was without power for thirty hours using flash lights while trying to connect the the small generator to the refrigerator (thankful my son-in-law did it and saved the frozen food) My ordeal included downed tree limbs, loss of power, security, and the internet; however, many others have total devastation which cannot be patched only replaced. Does the Bible tell us anything about the house of GOD? Ps.27:4,5 “For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion: in the secret of His tabernacle shall He hide me; He shall set me up upon a rock. One thing have I desired of the LORD, that I will seek after; that I MAY DWELL IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD ALL THE DAYS OF MY LIFE”,... I know when the wind and rain were howling around my dwelling, I was in prayer before my Savior Jesus Christ asking for His covering. Yes, I had a builder that constructed a strong home, but I know the master builder. Heb. 3:4 “For every house is built by some man; but He that built all things is GOD.” Through darkness and disaster Jesus said, “Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me. IN MY FATHER’S HOUSE ARE MANY MANSIONS: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you….I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there you may be also.” John4:1-3,6 “JESUS SAID, I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE: NO MAN COMES UNO THE FATHER, BUT BY ME.” My prayer for all those suffering from the storms is that you may have the peace that passes understanding through trusting our LIVING LORD.

THE LIVING GOD – GIVEN

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Barbara Jones

There has been such an out pouring of giving by so many individuals to those who have lost their homes and possessions from the devastation caused by the flooding and hurricane! God’s Holy Word, the Bible, records in Luke 6:36,38 “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. GIVE AND IT SHALL BE GIVEN UNTO YOU” We have seen God’s presence through the lives of many rescuers, volunteers, and donations in the midst of the storm all along the Gulf coast. “For GOD HAS NOT GIVEN US THE SPIRIT OF FEAR; BUT OF POWER, AND OF LOVE, AND OF A SOUND MIND.” 11Tim.1;7 GOD has given us life and the ability to make our own choices while pursuing happiness in this world. Do those decisions include the LORD? 1Corth.3:10,11″We are laborers together with God, you are God’s building. According to the grace of God which God gave me as a wise master builder, I (Paul) have laid the foundation and another builds thereon, but let every man take heed how he builds for other foundation can no man lay than that who is Jesus Christ..14.If any man’s work abide which he has built (on Jesus foundation) he shall receive a reward.” In John 14:27 Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you, MY PEACE I GIVE UNTO YOU; not as the world gives, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid” 1Tim.6:17 “Charge those that are rich in this world, that they be not high-minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but trust in the LIVING GOD, WHO GIVES US RICHLY ALL THINGS TO ENJOY, THEY THAT DO GOOD WORKS READY TO DISTRIBUTE WILLING; laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life”

THE LIVING GOD – REFUGE

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Barbara Jones

#Flooding, #disaster, #chaos, and the #unknown are surrounding the people of #Texas caused by the #hurricane #Harvey. I go back four generations that have lived, worked, and died in that Texas dirt and even had #refuge in a panhandle dugout; therefore, I’ve heard stories of their courage and tenacity to survive through words shared by my loved ones. My great grandfather was a Baptist preacher in the rural Texas panhandle in 1870’s -1930; and as a child in 1940’s, I would receive hugs and words of joy from those that had known and appreciated him and the family all those years ago. I lived with Texans who taught me (as a girl scout) safe survival skills and how to give others a helping hand. As I’ve watched the TV coverage of the disastrous flooding around Houston and I can see the Texas overcoming spirit imparting a spirit of faith in THE ALMIGHTY. I think Texans have shown the world what it means to have faith in God and to care about your fellowman. God’s Holy Word is as true today in 2017 as it was in 1870. Ps.71 “IN THEE, O LORD I HAVE TAKEN REFUGE, let me never be confused. In Thy righteousness deliver me, and rescue me; incline thine ear unto me, and save me. Be thou my strong habitation where I may continually resort: Thou has given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress. Rescue me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked. Out of the grasp of the wrongdoer and ruthless man for Thou art my hope….for THOU ART MY STRONG REFUGE.“

THE LIVING GOD – COUNSEL

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Barbara Jones

Has #life got you down? Do you need #counsel for living a life filled with purpose not just an existence filled with momentary thrills? #Children, #teens, #young adults, #newly weds, #families, and #seniors all have special needs to cope with daily #struggles. I observe TV, movies, and internet suppling minds with all manner of exciteo toxins which pass for entertainment to escape reality. All of us make choices everyday that determine the direction that our lives take, but who or what are you choosing to mold your thought process? From whom do you get direction? Will you listen to anyone? I do not waste my time on many individuals so impressed by their personal opinions and what they call their right to do and act any way they choose. I prefer to listen and observe the guidance of the LORD through His Word. Is.28:14 “Hear the word of the LORD, you scornful men” 26.”God instructs him to act properly and teaches him.” 29,”This comes from the LORD of hosts, who is WONDERFUL IN COUNSEL” Need help in knowing truth from lies? Seek the Living God. Matt.7:7″Ask and it shall be given unto you” “Ps. 33:10-11 “The LORD brings the counsel of the heathen to nothing He makes the devices of these people of none effect. THE COUNSEL OF THE LORD STANDS FOREVER AND THE THOUGHTS OF HIS HEART TO ALL GENERATIONS. Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD.” May we turn to the Living God, Jesus Christ for our salvation and follow His example and counsel for living now and eternally with Him.

THE LIVING GOD’S – SUN & SONS

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Barbara Jones

#ECLIPSE is the word heard on every newscast and streaming over the internet. The U.S. will see the eclipse of the sun by the moon this Monday. What a magnificent showing of God’s creation and timing for the days and hours are in His hands. We know He controls the sun when we read Is.38:7,8 “This will be a sign to you from the LORD that the LORD will do the thing He has spoken: ‘I will cause the shadow on the stairway …to go back ten steps.” The Living GOD is in control of His creation! Luke 21:25-27 Jesus said, “There will be signs in the SUN, MOON, and STARS, and upon the EARTH with dismay among nations, in perplexity at the roaring of the sea and the waves, men fainting from fear and the things which are coming upon the world for the powers of the heavens will be shaken and then they will see THE SON OF MAN COMING IN A CLOUD WITH POWER AND GREAT GLORY. When these things begin to take place, straighten up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” Get ready..pay attention to words in Matthew 5:44,45 that Jesus spoke, “I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you in order that YOU MAY BE SONS OF YOUR FATHER WHO IS IN HEAVEN; FOR HE CAUSES HIS SUN TO RISE ON THE EVIL AND THE GOOD, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.” 14:43 “Then the RIGHTEOUS WILL SHINE FORTH AS THE SUN IN THE KINGDOM OF THEIR FATHER. He who has ears, let him hear.”

THE LIVING GOD -AUTHORITY

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Barbara Jones

Is #authority acknowledged in today’s society? For all those living in #North Korea, there is no doubt that they tremble in fear of their dictator’s #power over their existence! I have observed that many U.S. citizens have rebelled against anyone in a place of authority whether it is a parent, teacher, church, police, or our president. I can tell you after WWll there was respect for life and order and orders. Today I hear people yelling and claimoring look at me-me-me to tell the world what I want or deserve all the while never listening or obeying orders. Every man does what is right in his own eyes and does not want anyone telling him “no”. Lawyers have become their scapegoats by finding a loophole in our laws which will allow the law breakers to continue their injustice on society. Does mankind need authority? I say, “Yes, we all need to stop, look, and listen to the Divine – Ultimate – Omnipotent Authority” Mark 4:24 “Jesus said to them, ‘Take care what you listen to..” Col.2:8-10 “Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men after the principles of the world, and not after Christ, for in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily, and YOU ARE COMPLETE IN HIM, WHO IS THE HEAD OF ALL RULE, AUTHORITY, AND POWER.” Matt.7:29 “JESUS TAUGHT THEM AS ONE HAVING AUTHORITY”