Setting Yourself Free

1 John 1:9 (NKJV)

 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

~Prayer~

Privately confess any sin to God and thank Him for cleansing you and forgiving all your inquiries.

~Something To Ponder~

What things from your past need to be buried and remembered no more?

Mid-Faith Crisis

Hebrews 12:1-2 (NKJV)

 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,  looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

~Prayer~

That God would give you a "endurance mentality" for the Christian life. Ask Him to enable you to come alongside your spouse as he or she runs, and encourage him or her to finish the race and win the crown....~Amen~

~Something To Ponder~

Have you every experienced a mid-faith crisis? Share, if appropriate, a time when you were tempted to drop out of the race. Ask God to encourage and strengthen you along the race.

Managing A Moster

Titus 2:11-12 (NKJV)

For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age...

~Prayer~

That God's Spirit will enable each family member to identify and resist unhealthy influences...~Amen~

~Something To Ponder~

Do you have rules about watching TV in your home? If not, talk about implementing some rules for your family. It is very important guard your soul against the works of the devil.

Behold His Glory

John 14:2 (NKJV)

 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.

~Prayer~

Take an after-dinner drive to a beautiful park or overlook. Worship the God of all Creation who died for you!!

~Something To Ponder~

Take a walk on the beach , park or country and take some time to behold God's creation. What did you learn about His character -- and about heaven -- through what you see?

RX Laughter

Proverbs 17:22 (NKJV)

A merry heart does good, like medicine,

But a broken spirit dries the bones.

~Prayer~

That God will enable you to have to have fun this year with your spouse and family, 

rather than too little fun.

~Something To Ponder~

Is the overall tone of your home one of laughter? Of complaining? Of criticism? What can you do to administer the prescription of laughter?

The People On God's Heart

The People On God's Heart

James 1:27 (NKJV)

 Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.

~Prayer~

Ask God to give these couples the strength and commitment to build solid families according to His blueprints....~Amen~

~Something To Ponder~

Who are some couples you know who need help in there marriage and or is it you? What ways can you strengthen your marriage?

Building Blocks For A Home

Proverbs 24:3-4 (NKJV)

Through wisdom a house is built,

And by understanding it is established;

 

By knowledge the rooms are filled

With all precious and pleasant riches.

~Prayer~

That God will deepen your wisdom, sharpen your understanding and enrich your knowledge of what He wants you, your marriage and your family to be.

~Something To Ponder~

Which of these three building blocks are most evident in your home? Which need the most work?

Loose Lips Sink Ships

 

Loose Lips Sink Ships

Ephesians 4:29 (NKJV)

Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for 

necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.

~Prayer~

As God to give you sensitivity to know how to use words of edification to build up your spouse.

 ~Something To Ponder~

Think of areas in which your mate needs a word of encouragement and make specific place to provide it-a letter, note, call, special praise party, etc...

How Deep Are Your Roots

John 15:4-5 (NKJV)

 Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.

 “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.

~Prayer~

For one another that you will practice abiding in Christ "today so that when the storm hits you'll stand strong as a couple"

~Something To Ponder~

How deep are your roots of faith? Is there something in you life right now that God has been speaking to you about that requires your obedience?

The Lost Art of Thank You

The Lost Art of Thank You 

Daniel 2:23

“I thank You and praise You, O God of my fathers; You have given me wisdom and might, And have now made known to me what we asked of You, For You have made known to us the king’s demand.”

~Prayer~

Dear Heavenly Father, Please let me be forever Thankful to You Lord. Help me not to forget to Thank You for the precious gift of life and for blessing me with my family.... For That, I say Thank You Lord!!! 

~Something To Ponder~

How does the pace of your life allows time for reflection and being thankful? How can you change that pattern and become more thankful for everything you have? 

Watch Your Step

Watch Your Step

Matthew 26:41(NKJV)

 Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

~Prayer~

Consider yourself a "Watchman On The Wall" on behalf of your marriage and family, and pray that you will be personally alert in avoiding temptation. 

~Something To Ponder~

What recurring temptation have you faced recently that you need to tell your spouse about? What can you spouse do to help you?

Big Little Words

Big Little Words

Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV)

Death and life are in the power of the tongue,

And those who love it will eat its fruit.

~Prayer~

If appropriate, confess are words that you have used to tear down your spouse or family. Ask God to empower you to use your tongue to build up your spouse and each of your family members.

~Something To Ponder~

What are some words that had a positive influence on you as your grew up? Negative? In what areas or circumstances do you meed to watch the words you say to your mate? To your children ,friends and family members?

Pulling Weeds And Planting Seeds

Pulling Weeds And Planting Seeds

Mark 4:18-19 (NKJV)

 Now these are the ones sown among thorns; they are the ones who hear the word, and the cares of this world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the desires for other things entering in choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful.

~Prayer~

Ask God to do some fresh cultivation in the soil of your heart.

~Something To Ponder~

What desires "for other things" preoccupy your thoughts on a daily basis?

Treasure In Jars of Clay





~2 Corinthians 4:7-9 (KJV)~

 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;

 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed....

 

 

 

~Prayer~

Dear Heavenly Father, I Thank You for the Precious Gift of the Holy Ghost, That keeps me for all dangerous things seen and unseen and He gives me the Peace which passes all understanding....

Thank You Lord!!

 

 

 

~Something To Ponder~

 

When we sit quietly and meditate on God's peace, ask God to reveal all the many gifts that God has given you. Then you will see the Precious Treasures that is housed in Your Jar of Clay!!~Amen~