" THE BIBLE IS A CORNUCOPIA OF KNOWLEDGE "

Welcome, it's certainly good to see you All,

We're in my very favorite time of the year, I just love the Autumn. I admit that I miss New England this time of the year. Yes the leaves change and it's certainly beautiful here in North Carolina but Mass. and Ct are in my DNA. Isn't it wonderful to know that the Bible is an abundance of knowledge and all one has to do is to search it out. Are you prepared to lead a lost soul to the Kingdom of God? Do you know how to stay away from sin, I'm talking about knowing how to navigate this world that we live in. It's time that we get on track.


You don't need to know all the answers in order to share Christ with others. It is important to tell them how he has changed your life. Then trust that god will use your words to help others believe in him too. Lack of trust in God always prevents us from receiving his best. Now, is your trust in our Lord God so strong that you act on what he says even before you see evidence that it will work, well do you?

A person's life-style and relationships provide a window into his or her character. Broken relationships can hinder our relationship with God. If we have a problem or grievance with a friend, we should resolve the problem as soon as possible. We are hypocrites if we claim to love God while we hate others. Our attitude toward others reflect our relationship with God, are you hearing me?

Only by relying on God's strength can we overcome sin. He stores up: *Sound Wisdom for the upright; He is a Shield to those who walk in integrity. * We gain wisdom through a constant process of growing. First, we must trust and honor God. Second, we must realize that the Bible reveals God's wisdom to us. Third, we must make a lifelong series of right choices and avoid moral pitfalls. Fourth, when we make sinful or mistaken choices, we must learn from our errors and recover. * Ask God for strength to resist. * We should always be ready to listen to and be corrected by God's Word and wise counselors. Bring your decisions to God in prayer as your guide, and then follow God's leading. He will make your paths straight by both guiding and protecting you. You see, God is a cornucopia of knowledge.

Until Next Time...
Jim

" SELF-CENTEREDNESS "

Well Praise The Lord,
And I do mean to give all Praise and Glory to the Lord of Lords and King of Kings. Something that my wife finds necessary from time to time to remind me that " It's Not About ME ". This week we're going to look at something that can take each and everyone of us down " Self-Centeredness ".

Self-Centeredness is being consumed with only one's self. This is one of those times for us to take a good long look at ourselves and be prepared to make a necessary change. " SINCERE LOVE " involves selfless giving; a self-centered person can't truly love. Are you more concerned about what others think of you than you are about the status of your relationship with God.

God is our creator; as we did not create ourselves. By sacrificing his life, Christ showed His love for us. Many people live as though they are the creator and the center of their own world. Now you can love others by following his example and giving of yourself sacrificially. It's when we start to think of ourselves as if we are the center of the universe. Now this mind-set leads to miserly possessiveness and, if everything should be taken away, a loss of hope can take over. But when we remember that God gives to us. Then, if all is lose, we still have God and all he gives us.

Material prosperity is not always an indication of God's blessing. It can also be a result of self-centeredness. If you're experiencing prosperity, then always remember that the Father holds us accountable for how we attain success and how we use our wealth. Everything we have really belongs to Him. We must use God's gifts with his interest in mind.

LAST POINT: Good leaders put the best interests of the " followers " above their own. Making decisions only for yourself will backfire and cause you to lose more than if you had kept the welfare of others in mind. In a tough situation are you usually concerned first about yourself? Consider the person most affected by the problem, and you will be more likely to find a solution for it.

Until Next Time...
Jim

" ARE YOU PRAYED UP? "

Hello All,

This week I wish to talk with you about being prepared. Please try to understand that we are in a fight for our lives and the lives that we are responsible for. Do you have a spouse and children that are under your care, if so then be mindful that we are in a Spiritual Battle that can take us down at any moment. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or a new born babe in the woods you must always be Prayed Up.

Although Christians may be at different levels in earthly society, we are all equal in the sight of God. He does not play favorites; no one is more important than anyone else. Take Job:(2 ) " The Lord said to Satan, Where have you come from? " Then Satan answered the Lord and said, FROM ROAMING ABOUT ON THE EARTH AND WALKING AROUND ON IT " (3) Then the Lord said to Satan, " Have you considered my servant Job? For there is no one like him on earth, a blameless and upright man fearing God and turning away from evil. And he still holds fast his integrity, although you incited me against him to ruin him without cause " (Job 2:2-3).


At Jesus' birth, Satan's power and control were disrupted. In the wilderness Jesus overcame the devil's temptations, and the resurrection he defeated Satan's ultimate weapon, death. Eventually Satan will be constrained forever, and evil will no longer pervade the earth. Jesus has complete power and authority over Satan and all of his forces.

" Or how can anyone enter the strongman's house and carry off his property, unless he first binds the strongman? And then he will plunder his house " (Matt 12:29). Please take heed, put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. You must be Prayed up, pray without ceasing. Make quick and brief prayers your continual response to every situation you meet throughout your day. Order your life around God's desires and teachings so that your very life becomes a prayer. You don't have to isolate yourself from other people and from daily work in order to pray constantly. You can make prayer your life and your life a prayer while living in a world that needs God's powerful influence. "Praying for all the Saints " means praying for all believers in Christ; So pray for Christians you know and for the Church around the world.

Until Next Time...
Jim

" TEAMWORK "

Good Morning All,

As always it's wonderful to have the opportunity to chat with you again. This week we are tackling the subject of " Teamwork " a subject that I believe most of us take for granted. Let's just see what and how the dear Lord thinks of teamwork.

What are your thoughts on teamwork, those of you who have participated in organized sports have a inclination of the concept of teamwork. From birth we are introduced to teamwork, we just called it FAMILY. Our family/team cared for us and always had our backs. When we gave our lives to the Lord we joined the Lords team. As Christians we are to assist one another, when times get rough we must band together. The word teamwork: (n) Partnership, Collaboration, Union, Alliance, Cooperation.

In the Body of Christ, one body part is useless without the others. Now, in our individualistic society, it is easy to forget our independence with other Christians. When we are called by God to a task, remember that he is calling others to work along with us. When we work together, caring for the problems of others as if they were our problems, we demonstrate Christ's example of putting others first, and we experience unity. Now, don't be so concerned about making a good impression on meeting your own needs that you strain relationships in God's family.

As members of the Body of Christ we are not alone in life, and we should be able to count on others for support and prayer, especially when they are sick or suffering. As mature Christians you should be alert to pray for the needs of all others. Now have a Christ filled day.

Until Next Time...

Jim