Showing posts with label Rejoicing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rejoicing. Show all posts

March 03, 2011

Did You Say Your Joy's Been Stolen?

"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks. This is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thes. 5:16-18. 
The will of God is a lifestyle, not a location. The Apostle Paul has defined it in these three compelling little verses.
If it seems your joy's been stolen, if you need wisdom, if you feel unloving or unlovable, if peace has been choked out and you're in the grip of worry, doubt, or confusion, practice the will of God in the way Paul has spelled it out. 
Three little tips for doing this, from our Pastor Skip:
1. Celebrate God's Favor
If you are in Christ, God is always for you, and everything He has is for you. Remember the times you've watched his favor in action.
2. Celebrate God's Revelation
Meditate on the life-changing things, deeply personal things, and grippingly motivating things He has shown you -- about Himself, about you, and about life.
3. Celebrate God's Victory
Resurrection can only come after death. Think about the places in you where Christ has brought new life. We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us and gave himself for us. 
And . . . keep asking to receive more favor, increased revelation, and greater victory. It's all yours in Christ. Pray into it. Live into it!
 Joy is a divine inner quality of life that lives above circumstances; it comes from above and bubbles up from within. It's a fruit of the Spirit that has to be cultivated, by feeding it with the will of God. Feel like yours has been stolen? Take it back -- it's do-able!

February 05, 2011

Lover of My Soul

His love is unconditional.
His creation is magnificent.
His character is perfect.
His goodness is pure.
His humility is powerful.
His integrity is unprecedented.
His heart is redemption.
His tears are for the lost.
His intentions are life-saving.
His works are renewing.
His death is vicarious.
His anger was satisfied.
His enemies are defeated.
His opposition is annihilated.
His crucifixion was an overpayment.
His righteousness is imparted.
His resurrection is the centerpiece.
His life is indestructible.
His position is above all.
His rule is uncontested.
His presence is safety.
His home is security.
His steps are all-conquering.
His battles are won.
His honor is bestowed.
His leadership is tender.
His direction is triumphant.
His understanding is unimaginable.
His knowledge is available.
His wisdom is receivable.
His ways are unfathomable.
His paths are adventurous.
His ideas are infinite.
His strategies are flawless.
His plans are victorious.
His thoughts are transforming.
His mercies are refreshing.
His peace is core-penetrating.
His faithfulness is stability.
His shield is a fortress.
His protection is impenetrable.
His songs are deliverance.
His reach is limitless.
His eyes are full of light.
His countenance is shining.
His smile is infectious.
His laughter is life-giving.
His joy is hilarious.
His humor is medicinal.
His healing is miraculous.
His sacrifice is complete.
His expectation is fulfilled.
His justice has prevailed.
His forgiveness is free.
His passion is unbridled.
His truth is freedom.
His power is limitless.
His strength is cataclysmic.
His majesty is stunning.
His throne is approachable.
His grace is astonishing.
His favor is undeserved.
His embrace is empowering.
His resources are inexhaustible.
His provision is lavish.
His giving is good.
His gifts are nonreturnable.
His blessings are relentless.
His promises are everlasting.
His sayings are life-changing.
His word is delicious.
His law is fulfilled.
His discipline is freeing.
His touch is liberating.
His voice is exhilarating.
His kindness is unstoppable.
His patience is permanent.
His dominion is satisfying.
His desires for us are delectable.
His relationship is intimate.
His prophecies are revelation.
His vision is glorious.
His will is fantastic.
His invitation is amazing.

All of this – for you – purchased by the blood of Jesus.


"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18