Happy Thanksgiving!!

"In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you."- 1 Thessalonians 5 : 18

     Today is a very important holiday. I know sometimes it’s hard to be content in a place that we know we don’t really want to be. As we push to grow and to pursue our dreams and purpose in God, it can be hard to remain thankful for the simple things. 

     Life itself is one of the most precious gifts that any of us can have. There are so many people that did not make it to see this holiday. The Bible tells us that “in everything give thanks”. If it’s bad give thanks, if it’s good give thanks. Stop allowing your circumstances to take away from your level of thankfulness. Because God has given you life, you have the power to change your circumstances.

      If you want more money show God you are thankful for the little by tithing off of what you have. If you want a better job show him you are thankful for that one by getting up and going to it every day with a great attitude. Also remember to thank Him for what He has done and thank Him for what is to come.

Consider the Source

"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last"-Revelation 22:13

Who else can say that but God? No one, only God can say such a thing. God knows everything: the past, current and future and our knowledge and understanding doesn’t even compare to the knowledge and understanding of God – even when it applies to our own life.

Furthermore, when you don’t understand what God is doing in your life, consider the source – Who is it that you’re trusting; God or yourself?

Here is something to remember. Man is fallible; we fall short and at times we’re unable to keep our promises. Man can give you instructions that are misleading and imperfect. With God, none of these things are possible. God keeps His promises, God gives you right instructions according to His perfect will and He won’t mislead you.

No matter how much you don’t understand life as it is right now; no matter how uncomfortable it may seem or how hard it gets, don’t give up. If God is with you – the same God who spoke life into you, the same God who IS and knows the beginning and the end, the same God who knew you before the foundation of this world -is with you, then ask yourself who or WHAT can stand against you.

Consider the source and seek to be obedient to the Lord, even when you don't understand what God is doing in your life; don’t worry about “this or that” because God has provisions for you.

I don’t know what your story is, but I encourage you to trust God even when you don't understand what’s happening in your life.
You may not understand life and all that’s happening; but God will give you a piece to the puzzle as you learn to step out on faith, trust and obey Him.

Don’t let the devil fool you into believing that you’re taking a step backwards in life or that you’ll never make it out of this situation; because you will. What you’re going through is temporary.

Cast It Off!

"And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer then when we believed.  The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light." -Romans 13:12

     It seems so easy in this day and age to walk in the same direction of those that do not know the Lord.  After all, if we blend in with them, they won't talk about us or stare at us as if we are from another planet. (1 Peter 2:9)

     They will basically leave us alone.  It is easy.  Just do what you want, when you want, how you want without thought of the consequences.  And why should we consider the consequences when we see others everyday getting away with ungodly acts without consequences.  (Galatians 6:7)

     But wait!  This scripture tells us to "Wake up!"  Wake up because our salvation, our rescue is near.  We are then given instruction to "cast off the works of darkness".  We have been given power by our Lord Jesus to put away and lay aside works, acts and deeds opposite of the character and nature of Christ.  We are not to engage in it any longer.

     You may think it is hard to make the decision, but you are strong in the Lord and He will help you follow His Word (Ephesians 6:10).  He also told us to put on the armor of light.  One translation tells us to put on the "FULL armor of light".

     Praise the Lord!  When you put on the full armor of light, no part of your body is exposed.  No part of your mind is exposed.  You are completely covered in light! (Matthew 5:16)  Make this a daily confession, "I cast off the works, deeds and acts of darkness and I put on the full armor of light in the name of Jesus!"  Amen.

Allow the Lord to show you how to do this day by day or moment by moment.  (Proverbs 3:5-6)  You will be amazed at how easy it really is to walk in the light!

THIS TUESDAY!!!!

HEY LADIES!!  

THERE IS NO SCHOOL THIS TUESDAY!  SO, LET'S TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THAT AND GET TOGETHER!

WHERE: Fun Depot-->2003 10th Ave N, Lake Worth, FL 33461

WHEN: Tuesday, November 11th

WHAT TIME: 6pm

HOW MUCH: $10

WHAT DOES THE MONEY INCLUDE: You will get a bracelet for unlimited gaming.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO: Ask your parents!!  Let us know about carpooling needs!! Get your money ready!!

*P.S*: I'm not sure how much food is, but I suggest eating before-hand..or, if you want to eat there, bring extra.