Thank You Jesus for honoring Your word through the life and promotion of St Teresa of Kolkata.

“Blessed are you who are poor,
    for yours is the kingdom of God."  (Luke 6: 20 NIV)

Most of us dread poverty.  Yet Jesus says that those who are poor are not only blessed here and now but after their death will inherit the Kingdom of God.
Mother Teresa embraced poverty and the poor.  She was certainly filled with joy and happiness while she lived among us.  On Sunday, September 4th, she was canonized as St Teresa of Kolkata.  Jesus confirmed through the Church that the Kingdom of God is truly hers forever and ever.

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Lord remember Your promise of grace and mercy.

"You are just, O Lord, and your judgment is right;
treat your servant in accord with your merciful love."  (Psalm 119: 137, 124 RM)

If the Most Merciful Heart of Jesus grants me one hour of consciousness before my death, the above Psalm will be my last prayer.  Then glancing at the image of His Divine Mercy,  I will whisper:
"Jesus I trust in You."

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Grace and Mercy always from Jesus.

“Stretch out your hand.” He did so, and his hand was completely restored."  (Luke 6: 10 NIV)

Jesus healed a man with a withered hand with a word.  Not everyone in the synagogue was happy because the healing happened on a Sabbath.
Jesus wants mercy and loving-kindness and not a sacrificial or "holier than thou" attitude. 

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Let Your face shine upon your servant, O Lord.

"May the favor of the Lord our God be ours.
    Prosper the work of our hands!
    Prosper the work of our hands!"  (Psalm 90: 17 NABRE)

If the Lord does not build the house,  the career, the marriage, they labor in vain who try.   (Cf Psalm 127: 1)
Promotion does not come from the East or West but from God.  (Psalm 75: 6)
Give us success in all we do, O Lord!

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The Lord fulfills the desire of those who fear Him.

"What do you have that you did not receive?"  (1 Corinthians 4: 7)

God is the Giver of every good and perfect gift.  (James 1: 17)

Today is the Memorial of St Gregory the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church.

"Meditate daily on the words of your Creator.  Learn the Heart of God in the words of God, that your soul may be enkindled with greater longing for heavenly joys."
- (St Gregory the Great)

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Take delight in the LORD, and He will grant you your heart's requests.

"People should think of us as servants of Christ, ·the ones God has trusted with his [and stewards/household managers of God’s] ·secrets [mysteries]."  (1 Corinthians 4: 1 EXB)

Are you a trustworthy steward?  Is Jesus the Lord of your time, talent and treasure?  If not yet, the Journey of Faith is not a sprint.  Be patient.  Commit to Jesus your ways. Trust in His Mercy and He will see you through.

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Lord Jesus, at Your word, I will do it.

“Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.”  (Luke 5: 5 NKJV)

What is the "Obedience of Faith"?  It means that Faith has direct and tangible consequence. "Stand up and walk" from Jesus, you stand up and start walking.  With Faith all things are possible.  Without Faith, you labor in frustration with the feeble and useless energy of the flesh.  Choose Faith and live fully.

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Dear Jesus, heal my body and preserve my vital organs.

"At sunset, the people brought to Jesus all who had various kinds of sickness, and laying his hands on each one, he healed them."  (Luke 4: 40 NIV)

Healing the sick is core to the ministry of Jesus Christ.  It is the desire of Jesus that healing ministry continues today.
Why are Christians not healing the sick?  The distress of illness is opportunity for Jesus.
Has the problem of UNBELIEF anything to do with lack of healings today?

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We have not received spirit of the world but the Spirit who is from God.

"But we have the mind of Christ."  (1 Corinthians 2: 16)

Who has the mind of Christ?
The Church, the Family of God entrusted with the Holy Scriptures. The Christian whose mind and spirit is one with the teaching authority of the Church.  He has the mind of Christ who is indwelt by the Holy Spirit and does not compromise with the spirit of the world.

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Only ask, and I will give you the nations as your inheritance, the whole earth as your possession.

“Ask me for anything you want, and I’ll give it to you.”  (Mark 6: 22 NIV)

What will you ask for if Jesus spoke the above words to you today?
Jesus Himself gave us the clue to the right answer:

"So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him."  (Luke 11: 13 NLT)

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Ask of me whatever you wish and I will grant it to you.

“Ask me for anything you want, and I’ll give it to you.”  (Mark 6: 22 NIV)

What will you ask for if Jesus spoke the above words to you today?
Jesus Himself gave us the clue to the right answer:

"So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him."  (Luke 11: 13 NLT)

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Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart.

"Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I cry to you all the day long.
O Lord, you are good and forgiving,
full of mercy to all who call to you."  (Cf Psalm 86: 3, 5 RM)

It is great to know that God is good and merciful.  I found myself in a distressing situation at work this afternoon.  Then I glanced at the image of Divine Mercy and cried out, "Have mercy on me Jesus."  I sensed these words in my heart:  "Be merciful yourself."  "Lord, whom will I be merciful to?"  "The person sharing this work with you."  OK.  I agreed.  At this point, I completely trusted Jesus for mercy and peace flooded my heart.  NEVER FORGET THE ABC OF MERCY.

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Our soul waits for the Lord, who is our help and our shield.

"He chose what the world thinks is ·unimportant [insignificant; lowly] and what the world ·looks down on [despises] and thinks is nothing in order to destroy what the world thinks is ·important [something special].  God did this so that no one can ·brag [boast] in his presence."  (1 Corinthians 1: 28 -  29 EXB)

God's ways are not our ways.  God is mindful of the humble state of His servant.  (Luke 1: 48). He brings down rulers from their thrones and lifts up the humble.  (Luke 1: 52).
If you consider yourself unimportant and insignificant, rejoice.  God can use you.

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Be vigilant at all times and pray, that you may have the strength to stand before the Son of Man.

"Since the bridegroom was long delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep."  (Matthew 25: 5 NABRE)

The Second Coming of Jesus is delayed on purpose so that many will be saved.  The End of the age will come suddenly without warning.  Delaying putting your house in order is a severe risk.  A word is enough for the wise.

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So too, you must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.

"Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come." (Matthew 24: 42 NABRE)

Let us stay awake through daily prayer and feeding on the word of God.  Stay awake through regular fellowship with the Household of God especially on Sundays.
Do not postpone building up your most sacred faith by saying "My master is long delayed."   The Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.

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Your friends make known, O Lord, the glorious splendor of your Kingdom.

“Come, I will show you the bride, the wife of the Lamb.”  (Revelation 21: 9 NIV)

Who is the Bride, the Wife of the Lamb? It is the Church which is becoming for all the nations the Sacrament of Salvation.  As we proclaim the salvation of God day by day and tell people His great glory, we participate actively in ushering the Kingdom of God.
Don’t be left behind.

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The word of God is living and active, able to deliver comfort and strength to the soul every day.

"May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and in his grace gave us unfailing courage and a firm hope,  encourage you and strengthen you to always do and say what is good."  (2 Thessalonians 2: 16 -  17 GNT)

How do Jesus and Abba Father strengthen and encourage us?
First, we are given the word to live by every day. Secondly, we enjoy peace of heart and mind.  Last but not the least, we have the solid knowledge that our destiny lies in His hands.  Therefore nothing can ever shake us.  See that you stand firm on these truths.

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We always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of His calling.

"We ought always to thank God for you,brothers and sisters,[b] and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing."  (2 Thessalonians 1: 3 -  4 NIV)

Today is the feast of the Queenship of Mary.  Why should God crown Mary as Queen and Mother? Because He is God and can do anything.  Mary is the Queen Mother of the Son of God.  If Solomon can crown his mother Bethsheba Queen Mother, why not God?  (1 Kings 2: 19)

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Endure your hardships as discipline.

"Endure your trials as “discipline”; God treats you as sons. For what “son” is there whom his father does not discipline?"  (Hebrews 12: 7 NABRE)

Scripture says that the Lord disciplines every son He loves and every son He acknowledges He scourges so that he will be strong and wise, know how to fight and win.  Then discipline me Abba Father.  Only have mercy on me.

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Abba Father, in Your infinite wisdom, You know better than I what is best for me.

"You have one Father in heaven;
you have but one master, the Christ."  (Matthew 23: 9b RM)

We have one Father.  I love to call Him Abba Father.  Father, I believe that You are a Father to me at every moment of my life.  I believe that I am Your child and that You love me with an infinite love.  Teach me to surrender myself to You like a baby in its mother’s arms.  Amen!

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Prophesy over your dried bones.

"Son of man, can these bones come back to life?"  (Ezekiel 37: 3 NABRE)

Whatever your life situation, whatever your distress, God invites you to first count all your dried bones and then fire up your faith and prophesy over them one by one.  With faith, no hope is ever lost.

Lord Jesus, grant us the faith that revives our dried bones into flesh and spirit.

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If today you hear His voice, harden not your hearts.

"You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; you do not take pleasure in burnt offerings.
My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart you, God, will not despise."  (Psalm 51: 16 - 17 NIV)

What are sacrifices? Fasting, almsgiving, self-denials, etc.  What does God prefer we offer?

The ABC OF MERCY:
1.  ASK JESUS FOR MERCY.
2. BE MERCIFUL.
3. COMPLETELY TRUST JESUS FOR MERCY.

Simple? Apparently.
Challenging?  Definitely.

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Do not be envious because I am generous.

"‘Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?’
 “‘Because no one has hired us,’ they answered.
“He said to them, ‘You also go and work in my vineyard.’" (Matthew 20: 6-7 NIV)

There is no unemployment in the Kingdom.  There is so much to do and work for everyone.  Everyone is qualified.   Jesus Himself promises:  "I will pay you what is just."  (Matthew 20: 4)
Do you trust Jesus?

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God alone is the Master of death and life.

“How could one chase a thousand,
And two put ten thousand to flight,
Unless their Rock had sold them,
And the Lord had given them up?"  (Deuteronomy 32: 30 AMP)

Do you recognize an extraordinary event, a miracle when you see one?
Is your attitude: "By my wisdom and my intelligence I have made riches for myself"?  (Ezekiel 28: 4)

A fool says in his heart: There is no God.  (Psalm 14: 1)

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It is God who deals death and gives life.

“How could one chase a thousand,
And two put ten thousand to flight,
Unless their Rock had sold them,
And the Lord had given them up?"  (Deuteronomy 32: 30 AMP)

Do you recognize an extraordinary event, a miracle when you see one?
Is your attitude: "By my wisdom and my intelligence I have made riches for myself"?  (Ezekiel 28: 4)

A fool says in his heart: There is no God.  (Psalm 14: 1)

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Blessed are you who believed that what the Lord promised you would be fulfilled.

"Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.   In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear!  But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?"  (Luke 1: 41- 43 NABRE)

Today is the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, Mother of our Lord.  Elizabeth filled with the Holy Spirit proclaimed Mary as blessed because she believed the word of God. 
Do you struggle believing God's promises to you?  What happened to Mary in her Assumption into Heaven is our destiny too.

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My sheep hear my voice and they follow Me.

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us  while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith."  (Hebrews 12: 1 -  2 NABRE)

Our departed brethren, now saints, have lived the Christian life successfully.  They enjoy their rewards in heaven.  We too must run this race to win, fixing our eyes on Jesus who is holding our price beckoning us to the finish line.

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The mysteries of Divine Providence are known by the little ones.

"Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth;
you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom."  (Matthew 11: 25 RM)

Little children do not have exaggerated opinion of themselves.  They are aware that they depend on their parents for everything.
The mysteries of the Kingdom are the beautiful truths of Divine Providence.

"Cast all your burden on Me and I will sustain you because I care for you."  (Cf 1 Peter 5: 7)
Do you believe this?

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Receive the word of God not as the word of men.

"God is my savior;  I will trust him and not be afraid.
The Lord gives me power and strength; he is my savior. As fresh water brings joy to the thirsty, so God's people rejoice when he saves them.”  (Isaiah 12: 2-3 GNT)

What do you do when you are afraid of bad news from your doctor,  finances and investments, job or children?  If you have not prepared ahead of time what to do, you may cry yourself to despair.

Those who put their trust in the Lord fear no bad news.  (Psalm 112: 7)

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I forgave you your entire debt because you begged me to.

“Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?”  (Matthew 18: 21 NIV)

Complete forgiveness from the heart is difficult for us.  Excessive mercy is divine policy not human.  To enjoy God's mercy, we must be merciful.  Pray for one who offended you continuously till the poison drains from your heart.

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Whoever serves Me must follow Me.

"Amen, amen, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit."  (John 12: 24 NABRE)

What is your grain of wheat or "first born" that must die?  Health, Family, Finances, Job, Tools and Possessions?  What do you fear most to sacrifice?  Abraham was asked to sacrifice Isaac, his first born.  Abba Father actually sacrificed Jesus His First Born.  Abundant fruit and salvation comes from sacrifice.

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Jesus meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like Yours.

"Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves."  (Matthew 11: 29 NABRE)

Consider the meekness and humility of Jesus for a moment.   Although He was full God and full Man, He assumed all the rigors of our humanity.  He started life as an apprentice carpenter.  Then He was a self-employed carpenter businessman for about 18 years.  He experienced the up and downs of self-employment.  He waited patiently for the Call of His Father to start His ministry.

Lord Jesus, say to me again:  "Forget your foolish pride."

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We are chosen and called to possess the glory of the Lord Jesus.

"God has called you through the Gospel to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ."  (Cf 2 Thessalonians 2: 14)

The Gospel means simply the good news.  If you are reading this today, know for certain that God has called you to a ministry.  To possess the glory of the Lord Jesus,  you must first be possessed by Jesus, the Pearl of the greatest price.  (Matthew 13: 45 - 46)

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By faith Abraham received power to generate, even though he was past the normal age.

"What is faith? It is the confident assurance that something we want is going to happen. It is the certainty that what we hope for is waiting for us, even though we cannot see it up ahead."  (Hebrews 11: 1 TLB)

If faith is so critical for our life in the Spirit, how do we grow in faith?
Start with faithfulness to prayer and daily feeding of the word of God.

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Help us Jesus to listen and understand what You are saying to us.

"In a resplendent cloud the Holy Spirit appeared.
The Father’s voice was heard: This is my Beloved Son,
with whom I am well pleased. Listen to him."  (Cf Matthew 17: 5 RM)

As we celebrate today the feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord,  we rejoice in the truth that Jesus is the beloved Son of the Father.  We believe in One God: Father, Son and the Holy Spirit.

Father, help us to always listen to Your Son Jesus.

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First Friday in August 2016

First Friday in August -  Honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

#9th Promise of the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
"I will bless the homes in which the image of My Sacred Heart shall be exposed and honored."

This promise is so easy to fulfill and yet the benefits are enormous.  You can purchase a framed image of the Sacred Heart or print one of the Internet.  Place it in a good location in your bedroom or sitting room.  Glance lovingly at this image from time to time.  Now enjoy the graces that flows from so simple an act of faith.

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Do not be discouraged by the apparent cost of discipleship. The reward is unbelievable.

"Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone wishes to follow Me [as My disciple], he must deny himself [set aside selfish interests], and take up his cross [expressing a willingness to endure whatever may come] and follow Me [believing in Me, conforming to My example in living and, if need be, suffering or perhaps dying because of faith in Me]."  (Matthew 16: 24 AMP)

At the beginning of the day, pray for grace to discern the cross Jesus wants you to pick up and bear that day.  Your cross may be in the area of health, family, money, job, tools and possessions, food or even worry about the future.  Whatever it is, you can raise your mind and heart to Jesus in the prayer below:

Dear Jesus, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; grant me the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.  Amen!

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"I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.”  (Jeremiah 31: 34 NIV)

Boundless Mercy of the Heart of Jesus.

Take advantage of the extravagant Mercy of Jesus.

THE ABC OF MERCY:
1.  Ask for Mercy
2.  Be Merciful
3.  Completely trust Jesus for Mercy

"Then I will teach your ways to other sinners, and they — guilty like me —will repent and return to you."  (Psalm 51: 13 TLB)

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If only your faith is as tiny as a grain of mustard seed...

“Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.”  And her daughter was healed at that moment."   (Matthew 15:  28 NIV)

Jesus praised the faith of the Canaanite woman.  Note the reasons:  She did homage to Jesus.  (Matthew 15: 25)  What is your posture in prayer?  The woman refused to take No for an answer.  Does your prayer follow the prescription of Jesus?  "Ask and keep asking and you will receive."  (Matthew 7: 7)

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It was not you who chose Me. It was I who chose you.

"You will be my people,
and I will be your God.”  (Jeremiah 30: 22 NLT)

A Covenant Statement:
We owe God Worship, Love and Obedience.
God owes us: Pardon, Peace, Power, Purpose, Presence, Provision and Protection.

Be faithful to your obligations and be confident that God will fulfill His part.

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They all ate and were satisfied.

 “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish.”  (Matthew 14: 17 NIV)

Bring what you have to Jesus and He will multiply it.
Take and receive O Lord Jesus, all my time, talent and treasure.  Use them as it pleases You.
We can never outdo God in generosity.

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If you were raised with Christ, seek what is above.

“Vanity  of vanities,” says the Preacher;
“Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.”  (Ecclesiastes 1: 2 NKJV)

What does Scripture mean when it teaches that everything is meaningless apart from God?  I find a lot of comfort in the wisdom of St Teresa of Avila below:

" Let nothing trouble you,
let nothing frighten you.
All things are passing;
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things.
He who possesses God lacks nothing: God alone suffices."  (St Teresa of Avila)

Lord teach us how short life is so that we can become wise.  (Psalm 90: 12)

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I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will last.

 “Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.”  (Matthew 14: 8 NIV)

When God appointed Jeremiah as prophet,  He urged him to be bold and courageous and God promised him protection.  (Jeremiah 1: 8) John the Baptist paid with his life for his prophetic ministry.  (Matthew 14: 8) What is the difference?  God’s ways are not our ways.  His thoughts are not our thoughts. (Isaiah 55: 8 - 9)
How about your own ministry?  Where is God leading you? 

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I am the Resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?

"Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life.   The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;  and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.  Do you believe this?”  (John 11:  25 -  26 NIV)

Do you believe in the Resurrection of Jesus?  How do you know if you do or not?  Do you pray every day?  Do you read the word of God every day?  Do you honor Jesus on Sunday?

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Put not your trust in princes, in the sons of men, in whom there is no salvation.

 “Can I not do with you, Israel, as this potter does?” declares the Lord. “Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand, Israel."  (Jeremiah 14 : 6 NIV)

Of course, O Lord my God.  You can do with me as You please.  You are the Potter.  I am the clay.  Let it be done to me according to Your will.  (Luke 1: 38)

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Behold I am always with you.

"I am with you."  (Jeremiah 15: 20)

The promise of Jesus to be with us at all times is in my opinion the greatest promise in the Bible.  Whenever I remember this, it transforms my attitude.  If Jesus is with me, then it is accomplished.  I live more joyful, more carefree, more generous and more peaceful life.  All because Jesus, God and Savior is with me.  Thank You Jesus for Your Presence.

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O Lord our God in You alone we trust. You alone have done all these things for us.

"Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain?"  (Jeremiah 14: 22 NIV)

Only God gives health, prosperity, peace and security.
Those who run after other gods will suffer more and more.  (Psalm 16: 4)

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Those who sow in tears shall reap rejoicing.

"When the Lord brought back his exiles to Jerusalem,
    it was like a dream!
We were filled with laughter,
    and we sang for joy.
And the other nations said,
    “What amazing things the Lord has done for them.”
Yes, the Lord has done amazing things for us!
    What joy!"  (Psalm 126: 1 -  3 NLT)

When the time (Kairos moment) comes for God to answer your heart's desire, it will come fast and furious.  You will think you are dreaming.  The Joy of answered prayer is unbelievable.

"Those who sow in tears shall reap rejoicing."

Wait for the Lord with courage.  Be stouthearted.  Wait for the Lord!  (Psalm 27 : 8)

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Be persistent in asking with bold confidence.

“And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you.   For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened."  (Luke 11: 9 - 10 NLT)

Prayer Never Fails!  God answers thus:   Receive.  Wait.  I have something better for you.
Abba Father knows exactly what you need and when you need it.

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Blessed are they who dwell in Your House! Continually they praise You.

"Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel: Reform your ways and your deeds so that I may dwell with you in this place."  (Jeremiah 7: 3 NABRE)

Jesus teaches us to live in the habit of continuous repentance.  (Matthew 4: 17)  His Mercy is limitless.

"Do you think you can steal and murder, commit adultery and perjury, sacrifice to Baal, follow other gods that you do not know.    and then come and stand in my presence in this house, which bears my name?"   Jeremiah 7: 9 NABRE)

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I will console and gladden them after their sorrows.

"The Lord said to Mary Magdalene:  'Go to my brothers and tell them: 1 am going to My Father and your Father, to My God and your God."  (John 20: 17 RM)

"Whom shall I send?"  Send me. (Isaiah 6: 8)

Will you go if Jesus sends you to announce the great joy of the Resurrection?

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Your friends have their fill of the prime gifts of Your House.

"To those who listen to my teaching, more understanding will be given, and they will have an abundance of knowledge. But for those who are not listening, even what little understanding they have will be taken away from them."  (Matthew 13: 12 NLT)

How hungry are you for the word of God?  Come to the table of the word of God starving and you will be filled.

The seed planted in rich soil will yield abundant harvest.  (Matthew 13: 8)

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The seed that falls on rich soil produces abundant harvest.

“Before I shaped you in the womb,
    I knew all about you.
Before you saw the light of day,
    I had holy plans for you:
A prophet to the nations —
    that’s what I had in mind for you.” (Jeremiah 1: 5 MSG)

God has set you apart for a particular mission.  What are your excuses?  Too old?  Too young?  Too busy?  No money?  No education?
God does not call the qualified.  He qualifies the called.  (Romans 8: 30)

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Who is there like You, Jesus? Show us wonderful signs again

"Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me."  (Revelation 3: 20 NKJV)

Do not be afraid to open your door to Jesus.

"If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts."  (Psalm 95: 8 RM)

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He that offers praise as a sacrifice glorifies Me.

"No, he has told you what he wants, and this is all it is: to be fair, just, merciful, and to walk humbly with your God."  (Micah 6: 8 TLB)

What does the Lord require of us today?

THE ABC OF MERCY:
1.  Ask Jesus for Mercy
2.  Be Merciful
3.  Completely trust Jesus for Mercy

"If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts."  (Psalm 95: 8 RM)

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