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Comment by Leonora 1 day ago

I Have wonderful News!


The Wonderful Counselor

"…"For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder, and He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace"
(Isaiah 9:6)

TODAY'S WORD

Do you need wisdom or direction in your life today? The scripture tells us that Jesus is our Counselor. And He's not just any kind of Counselor, He's our Wonderful Counselor. When something is wonderful, it is unusually good, marvelous, or astonishing. Think about that for a moment. God is a marvelous, astonishing Counselor—the very best you could ever have!

Today, no matter what you may be facing, no matter what kind of decisions you have to make, consider God. Ask Him to direct your steps and confirm His perfect plan. Remember, He is the best Counselor there is. Let Him direct and guide your path. As you seek Him and put Him first, He promises to lead you in the path of blessing in every area of your life.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

"Father in heaven, You are my Wonderful Counselor. I submit all my ways to You. I trust that You have a good plan for me and that You give me wisdom in every area of my life. In Jesus' Name. Amen."


God Bless you all!

Merry Christmas


Love always,

Nora

Comment by Leonora 1 day ago

From my house to yours,
Merry Christmas!

Love you all

Nora

Comment by Leonora 1 day ago

I pray all is well with everyone this Holiday Season!!!

Man you guys must be real busy, shopping and looking for me a gift. lol

Where are you Hope and Inspiration?

Well, just to tell you! You all are invited to my house here in Toccoa
Ga. If you are in the area please stop by!!

I am working on a Christmas Party for people I have met, yet never saw!
So come on by, I would love to meet you!

Christmas Day Event!

Nora

Comment by Leonora on December 18, 2009 at 7:19pm

Hello Sisters and Brothers,

So, What are you all doing for the Holiday?


Come on, share!

Comment by Leonora on December 15, 2009 at 8:00am

I wish you all a very happy and Merry Christmas this season!
Be blessed!!!!!

Comment by Johan on December 14, 2009 at 2:43am

Hi Kelly,
Merry Christmas and a very successful 2010

Interested in Developing your Internet Skills and Earn Money in 2010

Comment by Kelly P on December 13, 2009 at 8:34am

Love Worth Finding Ministries with Adrian Rodgers Daily Devotional
DECEMBER 13

Breaking Free From the Comparison Trap

"And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus." - Ephesians 2:6

Have you ever noticed that we buy things we don't need with money we don't have to impress people we don't even like? We try to keep up with the Jones family, but when we finally catch up with them, they refinance!

Let me exhort you to get off that comparison treadmill and onto the pathway of serenity. You are accepted right now in Christ. God does not change you so He can love you. He loves you so He can change you! God loves you as much as He loves Jesus.

If you are saved, you are in Christ. And where is He? He is seated in the heavenlies. You are also seated in those heavenly places, even though you still have your address on planet Earth. You are enthroned with Him.

When was the last time you compared yourself with someone else? It's time to get yourself unharnessed from the comparison yoke and break free as a child of the King!

For more from Love Worth Finding and Pastor Adrian Rogers, please visit www.lwf.org. You can also listen to Adrian Rogers at OnePlace.com

Comment by Kelly P on December 11, 2009 at 9:51am

Encouragement for Today from Proverbs 31 Ministries
December 11, 2009

Re-gifting Christmas
Susanne Scheppmann

"Then the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.'" Luke 2:10-11(NKJ)

Devotion:
My extended family no longer buys presents for each individual person. At our large family gathering, we have a "white elephant" gift exchange. Instead of a separate gift for each person, we just bring one present each, usually something from around our house that is no longer wanted or needed. Many times a white elephant gift turns out to be a re-gift. The idea of re-gifting appeals to me, especially when sanctioned by the family!

This year I have pondered how to re-gift the joy found in the Christmas story that Jesus gives - "a great joy which will be to all people." I believe the best way is to display our joy in all circumstances, good and bad. We may not enjoy the situations we find ourselves in, but we can have joy. Our joy can issue forth from the fact that Jesus came to earth as an infant, ministered, died on the cross and resurrected from the grave. He did this as a gift for all of us.

Will you decide with me to re-gift the promise of Christmas joy when days become stressful because of holiday schedules? Let's give joy when we can't purchase the "perfect" gift because of budget restraints. Let's share Jesus' joy and offer to help our neighbors, our churches, and our communities.

The wonderful thing about re-gifting the joy of the season is that you still get to keep your joy! Let the world know the truth about Christmas. It's not about the Christmas tree, the food, the festivities or the gifts - it's about Jesus being born as the world's Savior. It's about what the angels declared over 2000 years ago, "For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord" (Luke 2:10-11, NKJ).

It's a gift we should give year round to everyone in this stress-filled world, because, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever" (Hebrews 13:8, NIV).

Will you re-gift the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas both now and throughout this coming year?

Dear Lord, thank You for the gift of joy this Christmas season. Teach me to re-gift this joy to the people who You bring across my path. Also, remind me to re-gift Your joy every day, not only at the Christmas season. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Related Resources:
Do You Know This Joy?

Birds in My Mustard Tree by Susanne Scheppmann

A Recipe for Christmas Joy (E-Book) by Marybeth Whalen

Read about sharing Jesus' joy with The Blessing of Christmas in our Everyday Life encouragement

Application Steps:
Leave the Christmas nativity set in a prominent place in your home all year. Doubtless, people will mention it. Share the meaning of Christmas, Jesus the Savior of the World.

Reflections:
Do I display the joy of Jesus?

Why do I hesitate to share my faith in Jesus?

How can I "re-gift" Christmas each day?

Power Verses:
Philemon 1:6, "I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ." (NIV)

Isaiah 49:13, "Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; burst into song, O mountains! For the LORD comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones." (NIV)

1 Thessalonians 2:8, "We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us." (NIV)

© 2009 by Susanne Scheppmann. All rights reserved.


Proverbs 31 Ministries
616-G Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Matthews, NC 28105
www.proverbs31.org

Comment by Kelly P on December 11, 2009 at 9:47am

Nora, Merry Christmas! I am blessed to be your sister and I also thank God for you on an ever on-going basis. I am daily blessed by you and your words, peace and Godly heart for Him and his people. Thank you so very much for the example you set for us all.

I love you and am thankful for you

Comment by Leonora on December 11, 2009 at 5:20am

Kelly,

Happy Holiday my sister, I thank God for you daily.
Please know all you do for God does not go un-noticed; you are truly one of His.

Please enjoy the many blessings sent your way, as I pray for you and yours this season.

I love you and thank you for always reminding me of His word.

Nora

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