" THE PURE IN HEART, WILL SEE GOD "

Good Day to you,

It's truly a blessing to me to have you drop by, is all well with you and yours? As always I'm very grateful to be with you and of course those of you for the very first time are likewise welcome. This week's message is one of great importance. " Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God " (Matt 5:8). Do you wish to see Jesus face to face? Is your mind right? Are you looking to Jesus as the author and finisher of your faith? Have you opened the door to sin or to the Lord Jesus Christ? Once you've allowed Him to come in, make sure that you don't give Him reason to put His head down in shame or for Him to shake His head in disappointment.

Staying pure in an impure environment takes work. We are drowning in a sea of impurity. It seems like everywhere we look we find temptation to lead impure lives. The question was asked a very long time ago that puzzles us all: How do we stay pure in a filthy environment? We cannot do this on our own but must have counsel and strength more dynamic than the tempting influences aroundus. Where can we find that strength and wisdom? By reading, then studying God's Word and of course doing what it says. You have heard it said, 'Do not commit adultery. (28) But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. (29) If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body foryour whole body to be thrown into hell. (30) And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your wholebody to go into hell. God wants us to be pure, I sometimes pray: God, I ask you to cleanse and purify my heart and life. Melt the dross; remove the impurities all of it, whether in deed, word or thought. Save me from myself, and establish me in righteousness Your strong righthand. I ask this humbly, depending on you, in Jesus' name.

LAST POINT: The need for milk is a natural instinct for a baby, and it signals the desire for nourishment that will lead to growth. I am mentoring a young man in the Body Of Christ and he is excited about the things of God. Matthew has seen the need for God's word in his life and he's finding nourishment in the Lord Jesus Christ. I can see that his spiritual appetite has increased and he's maturing by leaps and bounds. How strong is your desire for God's word? Don't be stagnant when it comes to the things of God. Wouldn't it be great to be characterized as an upright character who loves God; one who is blameless, fearing God and turning away from evil? This is how Job was described in his time.

Until Next Time...
Jim

" WE ARE TO GRUBSTAKE ANOTHER "

Greeting to you all and I'd like to wish you a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. This week we will be discussing " SUPPORT ".

The Merriam - Webster Dictionary: Bear, tolerate, (2) to take sides with: back, assist (3) to provide with food, clothing, and shelter (4) to hold up or serve as a fountain for syn uphold, advocate, champion.

Are you or do you know of anyone who is struggling with God's timing in answering their prayers. By supporting those who are struggling, you may help them remain steadfast in their faith and confident in His timing to bring fulfillment to their lives. Sometimes putting another's welfare before our own can save a life. By looking out for each other, we will be free to put forth our best efforts, confident that others are ready to offer help when needed. I'm impressed by the C3 Warriors who are always willing to assist another. So I'm saying to the rest of you don't cut yourselves off from others; instead join together for mutual benefit. You need them as much as they need you. An important function of a community of believers in mutual support in difficult times. When you are experiencing struggles, turn to fellow believers for support by sharing your trials with them and gaining strength from the bond that unites you. Ask them to pray for you. And when others need your support, give it willingly.

Don't be surprised when others don't understand your Christian values, but don't give in to theirs. " THEY CONFRONTED ME IN THE DAY OF MY CALAMITY, BUT THE LORD WAS MY SUPPORT " ( 2 Sm 22:19).

We are responsible to provide for the needs of our ministers and missionaries so they can be free to do their God ordained work. People who are productive in Christian work should not be denied it's benefits - they should receive financial support. The fact that a person is in Christian ministry doesn't mean he or she should be unfairly paid. There is a broader application: Don't be stingy with those who work for you. Spiritual workers deserve their pay, and their support ought to be enough to care for their needs. They shouldn't have to suffer (or leave) because believers don't adequately asses and meet the needs of their ministers.

LAST POINT: It's vital that we treat those who provide support services equally with those on the front lines. Without bookkeepers, secretaries, trainers, and administrators, those with a public ministry would be unable to do their jobs. Are you on the front lines? Don't forget those who are backing you up. Are you in the support group? Realize that your position, although it may be less glamorous or exciting, is vital to the work of the entire group.

" SINGLENESS IN THE BODY OF CHRIST "

Good Morning All,

I have to say that I'm so grateful to be a member of the

Body Of Christ. Even when I'm by myself I'm never alone,

I know that I can call upon the Father or pick up the

telephone and make a connection with a brother in the faith.

I love the fact that the men that are in my circle of friends

are faithful, loving and caring. My friend David says that

we should all be 3am friends and be ready to minister at a

moments notice. As Christians we are united together by

Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.

Unity is the quality or state of being or being made one.

It's my suggestion that we all strive to get along, especially

in the Body of Christ. It is said that unity is pleasant and

precious. many things in life we tend to take for granted.

Unfortunately, unity does not always abound in the church

as was the Father's plan. People differ and cause division

over inconsequential issues. Have you ever noticed that

some even Christians take pleasure in causing tension by

discrediting others? Living in unity does not mean that we

agree on everything; there are a number of opinions

likewise as the stars in sky. But we must agree on our

purpose in life - to work together for God. Our outward

expression of unity will reflect our inward unity of purpose.

Jesus prayed for unity among the believers based on the

believers unity with him and the Father. Christians can know

unity among themselves if they are living in union with God.

For example, each branch living in union with the vine is united

with all other branches doing the same. Now, God has given his

church an enormous responsibility, and that is to make disciples

of all men, in every nation. Now, this involves preaching, teaching,

healing, nurturing, giving, administrating, building, and many other

tasks.

From time to time I revert back to a decade in my life when my

best friend Tony Jim and I were linked in a friendship better than

most. We were from different ethnic backgrounds and it never was

an issue with us. A friend is one who is attached to another by

respect or affection. Have you ever longed to see a friend with whom

you share fond memories of long ago with?

All Christians are part of God's family and thus share the power of

His Love. Do you feel a deep love for fellow Christians, friends and

strangers alike? Love should be the unifying force and the identifying

mark of the Christian Community. Love is the key to walking in the

light, because we cannot grow spiritually while we hate others. As you

study the Word of God you will grow in your relationship with others.

UNITY DOES NOT JUST HAPPEN; WE HAVE TO WORK AT IT.

Those of you who know me are aware that I'm standing in the gap for you,

which translates into me standing with you.

Until Next Time...

Jim

WHAT KIND OF EXAMPLE ARE YOU ?

Have you considered what kind of example you have been? Just remember that there is always someone watching you, your child, a younger sibling, or even someone at your job etc.

It's my belief that we learn all sorts of things from those whom we hold in high regard. Your children can be likened to a blank sheet of canvas, your thoughts and more importantly your values will be ingrained in their DNA. Our children are more likely to learn from us, yes our good and our bad qualities. In the Word Of God, if we look closely we find that the effects of parental examples are powerful and long - lasting. I have worked very hard in life to make sure that my children and grandchildren learn from my mistakes but follow my positive actions. I have chosen to believe that my God is faithful, therefore I trust trust Him in all things. I'm talking about seeking his guidance when the issues are unclear and a decision must be made. God wants us to give him not only the major decisions, but also our daily lives - the things we are most often fooled into believing we can control.

Who do you look up too, we have many great examples in the Bible to show us the way. Noah was known to be righteous and blameless, and as a Human Being like us he wasn't perfect. It's a fact that Noah became a farmer and planted a vineyard, this hero in the faith got drunk - a poor example of godliness to his sons. What am I attempting to say, that even godly people can sin and that their bad influence affects their families.

A righteous person can often affect others for the good. James says that the prayers of a righteous person are powerful (See James 5:16). Please take this to heart, as parents we help to shape the world's future by the way we shape our children's values.

If we keep our eye on the prize others will follow our example, and we have a responsibility to them if we are living for Christ, as we claim to be. Does your example make it any easier for others to believe in and follow Christ, and to mature in him? Or would those who follow you end up confused and mislead?

Until Next Time...
Jim