MaggieBelle

Beloved–

As a child I memorized Psalm 23.  As a young adult and at the end of my rope, I used those verses to cry out to God to save me.  Realizing the power that Psalm 23 had on my life I determined that if one psalm was good probably I should read the book it came in.  

The book of Psalms divides the Bible right down the middle.  The next book is the book of Proverbs with 31 short chapters perfect for daily reading each month.   When you have a husband, kids, work,  plus meals, laundry, and extra curricular activities a chapter a day of Proverbs will help you keep your head on straight and aware of his constant presence.

I pray everyday for you to have that constant awareness.

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

I have often written my prayers based on scripture and posted them on my bathroom mirror.  2 Corinthians 13:8  in the nlt version reads as follows, “For we cannot oppose the truth, but must always stand for the truth.”

The current posting reads, “My responsibility is never to oppose the truth, but to stand for the truth at all times; especially when dealing with me, myself and I.”  I may be able to hide my sin from myself but I can’t hide my sin from God!

I pray everyday that I have the courage to be honest with myself and I pray for your courage as well.

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

When I am assailed by doubt or fear of the unknown I immediately go into “how can I save me mode.”  My thoughts race back and forth over various solutions only to be rejected.  On a good day I only waste 10 to 15 minutes before I remember where to find the correct answer.  Praise, prayer and obedience.  Praise and prayer of thanksgiving have become relatively easy for me but I struggle with obedience.  

What I want you to understand is that God has not abandoned you; as a matter of fact he is standing right behind each and everyone of you.  He is just waiting for you and me to lean back and be obedient, trusting our doubts and fears to HIS wisdom.  

I pray daily for your obedience and that you will “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.  Seek his will in all you do and he will direct your paths” (prov 3).   It’s not always easy but it works!

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

Last week what I said was and is easier said than done.  As I prayed this past 7 days I was reminded about the story of Daniel in the old testament.(Dan 10:12-13) how he prayed and prayed but no answer came for three weeks because the enemy had prevented the messenger with answer from arriving.

I know you have prayed for help to daily pray and read the Word but things and situations have gotten in the way, time just got away from you.  Your prayer for help has been answered but the enemy is blocking your view.  Step out in faith just as you did when you believed that the Lord paid the debt you couldn’t pay and saved you.  Don’t forget we win (if you have any doubts) look in the back of the book!

I pray everyday that you can sing like those of old (2 Chron 5:13b nlt) “He is so good!  His faithful love endures forever!”

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

I know that God loves me and you!   I know he wants us to have peace of mind and heart no matter what the circumstances.  But he can’t bless us if we won’t/don’t let him; if we do what is right in our own eyes without consulting with him.  

To have that kind of peace we need to get to know him intimately; we need to be aware of his presence constantly.  To do this we need to pray and read the Word daily.  Start off with 5 minutes a day: pray for an open heart and wisdom for 1 minute then read for 4 minutes.  This exercise is just as important to our spiritual health as the 2 minutes we spend brushing our teeth twice a day is to our physical health.

Beloved, I pray for you daily that you  …worship and serve the Lord God with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the Lord sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek him, you will find him. But if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.  1 Chronicles 28:9  (NLT)

Luv Ya!