No God, No Peace. Know God, Know Peace! ~M. Ford
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“You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” (Isaiah 26:3)
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“HOLINESS IS FOR REAL!”
Saints, If you want to have spiritual insight—you can’t keep looking through worldly eyes. If you want to think godly thoughts—then put on the mind of Christ. If you truly want to live for Christ—then die to self daily. Remember—Worldly Ways Won’t Work if you want to walk with The Master. ~M. Ford
“But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:15-16)
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“THANKFUL”
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6)
Thankfulness comes from having a heart of GRATITUDE! When true thankfulness flows from your heart there is a perpetual attitude of gratitude—not just circumstantial happiness. This means that our thankfulness is not tied to our existing state of reality or mentality, but rather our position with God as Abba Father.
Words alone could never express my gratefulness to God for choosing, using, and loving me unconditionally. Because he loves me– He bore the pain and shame of crucifixion. Because he loves me–He wouldn’t come down from the cross and let my soul be lost! Because he loves me–even when I was unlovable Abba chose to love me just the same. There is truly transforming power in Jesus’ name!
So, when you find yourself being anxious about life’s complex situations, remember the power of God’s unconditional love and let it be a constant reminder that there is no need to worry or be afraid. When you pray—just trust and obey and Jesus will always make a way! Remembering God’s great love for me and what Jesus did on Calvary causes my heart to leap with uncontrollable THANKFULNESS!
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Mary A. Ford
“GOD SPECIALIZES”
Saints, Our God specializes in the impossible; HE can do what no other can! Trust HIM to do the impossible in your life today! ~M. Ford
“Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us.” (Ephesians 3:20)
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“I NEED THEE”
(Singing) “I need thee, oh…I need thee! Every hour…I need thee! Oh bless me now my savior! I come…to thee!”
Father God, I ask that you cover each and every person reading this prayer today with your love and protection. Order their steps and lead them in a straight path. Lead them not into temptation, but help them walk in the wonder-working power of your love, mercy and grace. Father, you are and will forever be faithful to provide everything that we need and even some of that which we want…Thank you!
Now Father, just as you reconciled us back to you through your son Jesus, we ask that you will reconcile us back to one another—realizing that all ground is level at the foot of the cross! Help us to long and thirst for You in a dry and barren land. Father, bless your children with everything we stand in need of to be bold in our beliefs, steadfast in our walk and empowered to do greater for You in such a time as this. For we know that this is the appointed time to let our little lights shine bright for you in these dark days. It’s in the mighty, matchless name of Jesus, who is The Christ, I pray. Amen ~ M. Ford
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“YOU ARE FREE INDEED”
Saints, your painful past is only hard to let go of if you don’t have your future secured in Christ. Jesus is a wonder-worker! He came to set the captives FREE! ~M. Ford
“Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14)
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“MATTERS OF THE HEART”
Saints, Instead of being anxious to give someone a “piece of your mind” with your lips…be ever ready to “see their hearts” through the Spirit. Conflict resolution Christ-style. ~ M. Ford
“If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this one’s religion is useless.” (James 1:26)
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“I SURRENDER ALL”
Saints, A surrendered life is not “self-serving”, but rather “God-pleasing”. Not my will Lord, but your will be done! So, what area(s) of your life do you need to surrender to God today?
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A SIMPLE PRAYER
Heavenly Father—breathe on all those whose eyes rest upon this prayer. Fill their hearts with such a great love and longing for you; a longing that only you can satisfy. Like the deer thirsts after water, allow their souls to thirst after YOU, oh Lord! Father, raise up a nation of people that will obey your word and find pleasure in pleasing you. No longer chasing after the lusts of the flesh and false hope of this world, but desiring YOU above all else. Father, stir up your spirit in your children in such a great a mighty way that they will say “YES” to your will and your way for their lives—exemplifying a lifestyle that is pleasing to you and encouraging to others. It’s in the matchless, priceless name JESUS I pray and give you all the praise! Amen
“GUILTY AS CHARGED”
Saints, if you were put on trial for “being a Christian”, would your LIFESTYLE yield enough evidence to convict you? ~M. Ford
“Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” (Revelation 3:13)
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“Are You Enjoying Jesus Yet?” 