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Is There Anything Too Hard For God?

I realize many of you are having a difficult time now in your life and things may not be going the way you would have hoped. Cheer up and rejoice, whether you believe it or not. God is at work behind the scenes. He is connecting all the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle of your life into a glorious bigger picture. He is making all things work for your good. So hold on and do not give up hope, just trust and believe, and God will surely bring you through your storm successfully. God Loves us too much to leave or forsake us.

"Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?" Jeremiah 32:27 (KJV)

President Obama, with hands together, saying let us pray for our country and the world!

The Poorest Person is not Someone without Money. It is the Person Without Jesus.

The Cross, Easter, and Jesus
St. John 11:25-26

In the Cross, we see what God has promised to do for those who believe in Jesus Christ. But what happened to Jesus will happen to all believers. He suffered, and He arose. We will suffer, and we will rise.

The cross represents our commitment to the Lord by following His example and obeying His word. There will be times when the cross will seems heavy, but most of the time we will hardly notice the burden. Jesus walked right up to the cross and took on the sins of world. We owe Him everything, including our very own existence. A true disciple gladly gives up all that he has in exchange for an unending life of joy and happiness with God. The joy He offers, no sadness or loss can diminish. The Cross of Christ leads to Victory and Freedom from sin and death. The cross was a real and live illustration of love. This is the true meaning of Easter!

Easter is a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter never fails us, even in the worst of times, amidst destruction, death, and despair. Easter arrives as surely as daybreak, boldly proclaiming the message of renewal and hope. The world was never and will never be the same again after the resurrection. Jesus’ blood stained linen wrappings and the empty tomb ushered in a completely different era of a brave new beginning. The message of love, faith and hope still echoes across the globe, amid the devastation by earth equates, war, poverty, violence, prejudices, hatred, dehumanization, and suffering through this we must realize that without God, everything becomes impossible. Easter declares: "With God, all thing becomes possible."

This means hope to our world; hope transcends our limitations and triumphs over our worst fears. Easter symbolizes the kind of tragic optimism, which cannot be crushed by all the forces of darkness including death.

Jesus explains to us why it is so important to follow Him. Nothing is more important to God than our eternal soul, neither riches nor pleasure nor intellectual pride. If we are not willing to deny ourselves, we are not true followers of Christ. Nothing should be more important to us than God. Jesus knows that no human being is qualified to follow Him until they have first died to self.

Jesus knows that humanity cannot live until they have died and been raised to life again. Jesus therefore bids us to die to self right away, so that He may raise us from the dead by His Indwelling Spirit and place us immediately upon the correct path.

In Jesus, humanity was able to see goodness and love demonstrated even toward those who persecuted Him. Sin was overcome through a love that gave all. This is the meaning and the message of the cross, the message we too are to take to our world.

Jesus did not come to merely tell us how to live, or even to merely to show us how to live. He came to be our Life. Jesus allowed people to see what God is like. He not only taught truth, He lived it.

As Christians, we should be driven by our love for Jesus Christ to get involved in the lives of others. This is what Jesus did when He died on the cross. Anytime a believer suffers in order to obey and serve God, he is losing his life that he may gain it. Jesus says in St. John 11:25-26, “I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in Me, though He were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.”

©By: Dr. Christopher D. Handy, PhD

The Seven Last Words of Christ

The First Word-"Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." (Luke 23:34)
Soldiers have just driven nails through his hands and feet and hoisted him up by those nails. He does not fear those who kill his body; he pities them and prays for them. If they knew how much this hurts, they could not do it to anyone. They are unwitting instruments of the higher purpose that brings him here.

The Second Word-"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" (Matthew 27:46)
But physical torment takes its toll. He suddenly discovers that he cannot hear the still, small voice; he has lost his two-way communication with God. His lifeline is not working, so he must face the narrow gate of death alone.

The Third Word-He said to his mother, "Woman, behold your son!" Then he said to the disciple, "Behold your mother!" (John 19:26-27) Not quite alone. He looks down. Which hurts worse: the pain of being crucified, or the pain of a mother watching her son being crucified, or the pain of a boy whose beloved teacher hangs bleeding before his eyes? He understands their pain in the midst of his own, and tells them to care for each other.

The Fourth Word-"I thirst!" (John 19:28)
Time passes slowly. His spring of living water runs dry. He reaches the end of his strength. This is the moment the Tempter has been waiting for: through the voices of cynical men, Satan tries again, as he did in the wilderness: "If you are the Christ, prove it! Save yourself and impress the people."

The Fifth Word-"Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise." (Luke 23:43)
But a dying thief says, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." What the cynical voices suggest is not the way to prove he is the Christ. His kingdom is not of this world. He ignores them and reassures the thief.

The Sixth Word-"Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit." (Luke 23:46)
Like a trusting child, he turns to the Father and takes the next step. He has bound himself by love, to both God and the human race. Soon he will begin his long-term ministry by demonstrating the fact that human beings survive physical death. Then he will continue to draw to himself, and thus to heaven, everyone he can ... for as long as it takes ... until whosoever will has come.

The Seventh Word-"It is finished!" (John 19:30)
He has defeated the Tempter again. Despite the agony, he has rejected temptation and cared for those around him. His temporary duty on earth is complete. He has shown the way God wants us to live. He has demonstrated the fact that faith and hope and love cannot be destroyed by anything men can say or do.

When you feel forgotten and abandon, always remember God will never forget or abandon you, for He will fulfill His promises in your life. Be encouraged and never give up hope, because God loves you too much to give up on you.

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Five Things God Wants You To Remember In Trying Times:

1. You are never, ever alone.
"Be strong. Be brave. Be fearless. You are never alone." Joshua 1:9 (KJV)

2. Nothing takes Him by surprise.
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 (KJV)

3. When you are weak, He is strong.
“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.” Isaiah 40:29 (KJV)

4. He is the God of new beginnings and second chances.
“But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:21-23 (KJV)

5. His Love never gives up on us.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (KJV)

Faith vs Fear:

Fear sees the barriers,
Faith sees the way.
Fear says it is impossible,
Faith says all things are possible.
Fear sees the darkness,
Faith sees the light.
Fear says prayer is useless,
Faith says prayer is the answer.
Fear see pain and suffering,
Faith sees healing and restoration.
Fear makes excuses and says I cannot do it,
Faith says I can do all things through Christ.
Fear dreads to take a step,
Faith soars on high.
Fear asks the question, "Who believes?"
Faith answers, "I believe."

When Prayers Goes Up:

When Prayers goes up, Blessings come down.
When Prayers goes up, Brokenness becomes wholeness.
When Prayers goes up, Darkness becomes light.
When Prayers goes up, Failure becomes success.
When Prayers goes up, Hate becomes love.
When Prayers goes up, Healing goes forth.
When Prayers goes up, Hopelessness becomes hope.
When Prayers goes up, Loneliness becomes companionship.
When Prayers goes up, Peace comes in the midst of a storm.
When Prayers goes up, Power comes to the powerless.
When Prayers goes up, Prosperity comes.
When Prayers goes up, Sadness becomes happiness.
When Prayers goes up, Salvation is achieved.
When Prayers goes up, Mourning becomes joy.
When Prayers goes up, the impossible becomes possible.
When Prayers goes up, Weakness becomes strength.
When Prayers goes up, God hears and He answers.

To all the Doctors, Nurses, Hospital Staff, First Responders, Scientists and others who are currently working through Covid-19 and risking themselves for the safety of others and working on a cure. Thank Each Of You For All That You Do, God Bless You!!!

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Today, I pray for those who feel overwhelmed. Know that God is your refuge and strength in the storms of life. When the enemy comes in likes a flood, the Lord will raise up a barrier and protect you. You are safe in His mighty hands!

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Psalm 46:1 (KJV)

Father God Almighty, The tree of life blossoms beside the shore of still waters. The face of Christ is shining and it needs no candle, no light, Nor Sun.

There is no suffering in Your Kingdom. And we ask for Your forgiveness merciful Father that we have not seen the light before this day.

For Your light reigns forever. It is a shining beacon that lights the path to Your heavenly throne.

We may not be the people that You want us to be, O Lord.
We may not be the people that we should have been, O God. But we are Your people.

We ask You, Lord, to walk with us in our pain and our suffering as Your children who glorify your name in Jesus Name, Amen...

God Can Use You:

Do not ever think that God can’t use you, no matter what your situation in life may be, God can still use you. Remember no one is perfect and He does not call the qualified but He qualifies those whom He calls.

For example: Jacob was a cheater, Peter had a tempter, David had an affair, Noah got drunk, Jonah ran from God, Paul was a murderer, Gideon was insecure, Miriam was a gossiper, Martha was a worrier, Thomas was a doubter, Sarah was impatient, Elijah was depressed, Moses stuttered, Zaccheus was short, Abraham was old, and Lazzarus was dead. If God can use them He certainly can use you…

You control your future, your destiny by your thoughts. What you think about comes about. Find yourself some quiet time and began thinking what is it that you want out of life and what will make you happy. Then record your dreams and goals on paper. By doing this you set in motion the process of becoming the person you most want to be and the life you want to live. Put your future in good hands - your own and God.

“For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:” Proverbs 23:7 (KJV)

Suddenly my “problems” don’t seem so big.

Never allow the behavior of others to destroy your
Inner Peace.

When we encounter disappointments, defeats, hopelessness, loneliness, and brokenness. Remember its God’s way of saying I have something better for you just be patient, have faith and trust Me.

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV)

Not some things, not most things, but All things are possible with God.

Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” St. Matthew 19:26 (NIV)

Get Ready, Get Ready,
Get Ready!!!
God is closing the old chapters of your life and opening new chapters for you.

A Prayer for my Family and Friends:

Dear Father God in Heaven,

I come before You today knowing that all power is in Your hands. I know that You are God and there is no other besides thee. I know that You care for Your people but most of all You love them.

Right now, many of my family members and friends are facing loneliness, illness, brokenness, sadness, homelessness, depression, pain, poverty, unemployment, and other difficult trials in their lives. I can see their faith is faltering, Lord, and I know that You have all of the answers and the power they need to overcome whatever they are facing.

I pray right now that You will reach down and touch them wherever they are right at this moment. Let Your presence fill the place where they are and let them feel an extra portion of Your strength that will help them to get through their crisis.

Father, they need You right now and they need restoration in many areas of their lives. Meet their needs whatever they are and restore them whole.

I ask this in the mighty name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Amen.

When you pray, God listens. When you listen, God talks. When you believe, God works.

Only God will give you a second chance to make a mends for your past.

Never Stop Believing In Hope, Because Miracles Happens Everyday!!!

Love:

LOVE is not just an emotion or a mushy feeling. LOVE is ACTION. God not only wants us to walk in LOVE, but He wants us to be LOVE. It is LOVE that surpasses human understanding and causes a person to be filled with the fullness of God. What makes LOVE so important is that it makes us different from those who choose not to LOVE.

Some of us find it hard to LOVE because of pass hurts or disappointments, but LOVE is the key that will unlock greatness such as freedom from bo***ge, joy, peace, and happiness. Through Jesus Christ, we can do all things including LOVE our neighbors and ourselves. For LOVE is GOD and GOD is LOVE.

"A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another." St. John 13:34 (KJV)

Get Rid of It

Are you holding on to things or people that mean you no good or are not beneficial to your life? If so, now is the time to release those things and move on. You cannot reach your destiny if you are holding on to dead weight. Dead weight will only bring you down and keep you from the blessings God has in store for your life. Get rid of those things, put your trust in God and move forward towards your destiny in Christ Jesus.

Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14 (KJV)

You don't have to pray your enemies away, because GOD wants to bless you right in front of them. He is preparing your VICTORY celebration right now. You are getting ready to RECEIVE A-Double-For-Your-Troubles BLESSING!

You don’t have to prove anything to anyone, THIS ONE IS ON GOD. He is fighting for you, the battle is His, and He is VINDICATING you. GOD is going to openly CELEBRATE you and raise you up in front of the very ones who used, betrayed, lied, gossiped, rejected, despised you, and rejoiced over your hardships. Hold your peace, stay humble and watch Him move in your life like never before. Keep TRUSTING and BELIEVING GOD because He has your back and you shall be VICTORIOUS!!!

God is able to restore and put you back together, right in front of the people who broke you.

And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 1 Peter 5:10 (ESV)

One of the most beautiful aspects of the Christian Faith is the unity among those who follow Jesus. Through His death, burial, and resurrection, Christ has removed all manmade barriers that separates people and has united them together in true brotherhood and Love.

“There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” Galatians 3:28 (NIV)