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Best Friend

            In the sixth grade my best friend was Brittany. We met in the fifth grade on the first day of school I was saving a seat for my other friend Abby but Brittney sat in the seat I was saving for her. I hated her for about a week but it turned out to be okay because we became friends quickly. We did everything together she came over to my house almost every weekend. We even memorized each other’s house phone numbers. Things started to seem strange, now at the time I didn’t notice until my mom started questioning me. Brittany and I had been friends for a about a year we hung out every weekend but I had never been to her house. Also, every time we did hang out my mom had to pick Brittany up from her house. My mom started questioning me about Brittany and her parents. My mom would always say “Does she even have parents?” The more I thought about it I realize that I have never even seen her parents and she never talked about them. So one day I asked her “Why don’t we ever hang out at your house?” She made up all these reasons why but it made me upset I didn’t think any of her reasons where valid. We ended up getting in a huge fight and not talking for two weeks.
          Finally two weeks later Brittany called me and I was so excited I missed my best friend. We apologized and Brittany invited me to her house that upcoming weekend.  I was so thrilled I packed my bag to spend the night two days early. Finally after all this time of being friends the day arrived that I got to go to Brittany’s house. My mom drop me off it was a beautiful sunny day. I met Brittany’s mom and she was really nice I could not understand why she did not want me to come over. I could not help but noticed that Brittany did not have a dad I thought her parents might have recently got divorce and she was embarrassed about it but it made me upset that she did not tell me she knew my parents were not together and that I lived with my step dad and mom. I quickly forgot about it. We had so much fun we played video games and redid our profiles on Myspace. We got hungry and decide to make ramen noodles. Next thing I knew Brittany’s moms boyfriend came stumbling in. He started yelling but you could not understand him because he was so drunk. He screamed at us for making ramen noodles. I was so scared I have never had someone else parent yell at me before. We went to Brittany’s room and hid. It took him twenty minutes to figure out that we had left the room. Once he realized he came charging to the room. He was in a full on rage he lock us in the closet for eight hours. Finally Brittany’s mom let us out when he left. I was so scared for my friend for her mom that was so friendly and for her siblings. I finally realized the reason it to so long for me to be able to go over to her house. My mom came and pick me up, as soon as I got in the car I told her what had happen she was mortified  at what had happen. When we got home she called social services right away but they did nothing because they were financially stable and saw no reason to intervene. Brittany and I remained friends although I never went to her house again. She told me more about the abuse she had suffered.

A Spiritual Women

A spiritual woman has love in her heart for the Lord. A spiritual wife shares this love with her husband. A Godly woman will have all of the spiritual character traits to love, please, and take care her husband. The spiritual husband will do the same for his wife. It is only this type of marriage that God joins the two together to become on flesh.

Plan to Read the Bible in a Year!

Week	(Sunday)	(Monday)	(Tuesday)	(Wednesday)	(Thursday)	(Friday)	(Saturday)
1	Romans 1-2	Genesis 1-3	Joshua 1-5	Psalms 1-2	Job 1-2	Isaiah 1-6	Matthew 1-2
2	Romans 3-4	Genesis 4-7	Joshua 6-10	Psalms 3-5	Job 3-4	Isaiah 7-11	Matthew 3-4
3	Romans 5-6	Genesis 8-11	Joshua 11-15	Psalms 6-8	Job 5-6	Isaiah 12-17	Matthew 5-7
4	Romans 7-8	Genesis 12-15	Joshua 16-20	Psalms 9-11	Job 7-8	Isaiah 18-22	Matthew 8-10
5	Romans 9-10	Genesis 16-19	Joshua 21-24	Psalms 12-14	Job 9-10	Isaiah 23-28	Matthew 11-13
6	Romans 11-12	Genesis 20-23	Judges 1-6	Psalms 15-17	Job 11-12	Isaiah 29-33	Matthew 14-16
7	Romans 13-14	Genesis 24-27	Judges 7-11	Psalms 18-20	Job 13-14	Isaiah 34-39	Matthew 17-19
8	Romans 15-16	Genesis 28-31	Judges 12-16	Psalms 21-23	Job 15-16	Isaiah 40-44	Matthew 20-22
9	I Corinthians 1-2	Genesis 32-35	Judges 17-21	Psalms 24-26	Job 17-18	Isaiah 45-50	Matthew 23-25
10	I Corinthians 3-4	Genesis 36-39	Ruth	Psalms 27-29	Job 19-20	Isaiah 51-55	Matthew 26-28
11	I Corinthians 5-6	Genesis 40-43	I Samuel 1-5	Psalms 30-32	Job 21-22	Isaiah 56-61	Mark 1-2
12	I Corinthians 7-8	Genesis 44-47	I Samuel 6-10	Psalms 33-35	Job 23-24	Isaiah 62-66	Mark 3-4
13	I Corinthians 9-10	Genesis 48-50	I Samuel 11-15	Psalms 36-38	Job 25-26	Jeremiah 1-6	Mark 5-6
14	I Corinthians 11-12	Exodus 1-4	I Samuel 16-20	Psalms 39-41	Job 27-28	Jeremiah 7-11	Mark 7-8
15	I Corinthians 13-14	Exodus 5-8	I Samuel 21-25	Psalms 42-44	Job 29-30	Jeremiah 12-16	Mark 9-10
16	I Corinthians 15-16	Exodus 9-12	I Samuel 26-31	Psalms 45-47	Job 31-32	Jeremiah 17-21	Mark 11-12
17	II Corinthians 1-3	Exodus 13-16	II Samuel 1-4	Psalms 48-50	Job 33-34	Jeremiah 22-26	Mark 13-14
18	II Corinthians 4-5	Exodus 17-20	II Samuel 5-9	Psalms 51-53	Job 35-36	Jeremiah 27-31	Mark 15-16
19	II Corinthians 6-8	Exodus 21-24	II Samuel 10-14	Psalms 54-56	Job 37-38	Jeremiah 32-36	Luke 1-2
20	II Corinthians 9-10	Exodus 25-28	II Samuel 15-19	Psalms 57-59	Job 39-40	Jeremiah 37-41	Luke 3-4
21	II Corinthians 11-13	Exodus 29-32	II Samuel 20-24	Psalms 60-62	Job 41-42	Jeremiah 42-46	Luke 5-6
22	Galatians 1-3	Exodus 33-36	I Kings 1-4	Psalms 63-65	Proverbs 1	Jeremiah 47-52	Luke 7-8
23	Galatians 4-6	Exodus 37-40	I Kings 5-9	Psalms 66-68	Proverbs 2-3	Lamentations	Luke 9-10
24	Ephesians 1-3	Leviticus 1-3	I Kings 10-13	Psalms 69-71	Proverbs 4	Ezekiel 1-6	Luke 11-12
25	Ephesians 4-6	Leviticus 4-6	I Kings 14-18	Psalms 72-74	Proverbs 5-6	Ezekiel 7-12	Luke 13-14
26	Philippians 1-2	Leviticus 7-9	I Kings 19-22	Psalms 75-77	Proverbs 7	Ezekiel 13-18	Luke 15-16
27	Philippians 3-4	Leviticus 10-12	II Kings 1-5	Psalms 78-80	Proverbs 8-9	Ezekiel 19-24	Luke 17-18
28	Colossians 1-2	Leviticus 13-15	II Kings 6-10	Psalms 81-83	Proverbs 10	Ezekiel 25-30	Luke 19-20
29	Colossians 3-4	Leviticus 16-18	II Kings 11-15	Psalms 84-86	Proverbs 11-12	Ezekiel 31-36	Luke 21-22
30	I Thessalonians 1-3	Leviticus 19-21	II Kings 16-20	Psalms 87-89	Proverbs 13	Ezekiel 37-42	Luke 23-24
31	I Thessalonians 4-5	Leviticus 22-24	II Kings 21-25	Psalms 90-92	Proverbs 14-15	Ezekiel 43-48	John 1-2
32	II Thessalonians	Leviticus 25-27	I Chronicles 1-4	Psalms 93-95	Proverbs 16	Daniel 1-6	John 3-4
33	I Timothy 1-3	Numbers 1-4	I Chronicles 5-9	Psalms 96-98	Proverbs 17-18	Daniel 7-12	John 5-6
34	I Timothy 4-6	Numbers 5-8	I Chronicles 10-14	Psalms 99-101	Proverbs 19	Hosea 1-7	John 7-9
35	II Timothy 1-2	Numbers 9-12	I Chronicles 15-19	Psalms 102-104	Proverbs 20-21	Hosea 8-14	John 10-12
36	II Timothy 3-4	Numbers 13-16	I Chronicles 20-24	Psalms 105-107	Proverbs 22	Joel	John 13-15
37	Titus	Numbers 17-20	I Chronicles 25-29	Psalms 108-110	Proverbs 23-24	Amos 1-4	John 16-18
38	Philemon	Numbers 21-24	II Chronicles 1-5	Psalms 111-113	Proverbs 25	Amos 5-9	John 19-21
39	Hebrews 1-4	Numbers 25-28	II Chronicles 6-10	Psalms 114-116	Proverbs 26-27	Obadiah	Acts 1-2
40	Hebrews 5-7	Numbers 29-32	II Chronicles 11-15	Psalms 117-118	Proverbs 28	Jonah	Acts 3-4
41	Hebrews 8-10	Numbers 33-36	II Chronicles 16-20	Psalms 119	Proverbs 29-30	Micah	Acts 5-6
42	Hebrews 11-13	Deuteronomy 1-3	II Chronicles 21-24	Psalms 120-121	Proverbs 31	Nahum	Acts 7-8
43	James 1-3	Deuteronomy 4-6	II Chronicles 25-28	Psalms 122-124	Ecclesiastes 1-2	Habakkuk	Acts 9-10
44	James 4-5	Deuteronomy 7-9	II Chronicles 29-32	Psalms 125-127	Ecclesiastes 3-4	Zephaniah	Acts 11-12
45	I Peter 1-3	Deuteronomy 10-12	II Chronicles 33-36	Psalms 128-130	Ecclesiastes 5-6	Haggai	Acts 13-14
46	I Peter 4-5	Deuteronomy 13-15	Ezra 1-5	Psalms 131-133	Ecclesiastes 7-8	Zechariah 1-7	Acts 15-16
47	II Peter	Deuteronomy 16-19	Ezra 6-10	Psalms 134-136	Ecclesiastes 9-10	Zechariah 8-14	Acts 17-18
48	I John 1-3	Deuteronomy 20-22	Nehemiah 1-4	Psalms 137-139	Ecclesiastes 11-12	Malachi	Acts 19-20
49	I John 4-5	Deuteronomy 23-25	Nehemiah 5-9	Psalms 140-142	Song of Solomon 1-2	Revelation 1-6	Acts 21-22
50	II John	Deuteronomy 26-28	Nehemiah 10-13	Psalms 143-145	Song of Solomon 3-4	Revelation 7-11	Acts 23-24
51	III John	Deuteronomy 29-31	Esther 1-5	Psalms 146-148	Song of Solomon 5-6	Revelation 12-17	Acts 25-26
52	Jude	Deuteronomy 32-34	Esther 6-10	Psalms 149-150	Song of Solomon 7-8	Revelation 18-22	Acts 27-28

Humility (Bible Study)

What is the definition of humility? 

Modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance, rank, etc.

“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” Philippians 2:3

God promises some great blessings to those who are humble:

• A humble person receives God’s favor Proverbs 3:34
• A humble person finds wisdom Proverbs 11:2
• A humble person finds riches, honor, and life Proverbs 22:4
• A humble person will be exalted by God 1 Peter 5:6
• A humble person has the ability to get along with others 1 Samuel 25

Yet no one is born with humility, to developed humility we need God’s word and Spirit to work in our lives.

Questions:

What other character traits go together with humility?

When we recognize our need for God’s grace and mercy, what three characteristics become evident in us?

What can you work on to become more humble?

I would love to read your answers to these questions please comment below. ( You can comment anonymously if you would like and you can still comment even if you do not have an account) 

Gods love cant be explained only experienced.

Gods love can't be explained only experienced.
One time I was cornered. I was caught off guard one time. I tried to explain my religion and God. I forgot to say the right things but seeing this is really something. Yes, I cant quite verbalize everything about God and how He changed me and how He is my Father now and all but it can be made through experience. Lots of prayers. Lots and lots for them to experience too, the awesome love of God.

50 Reasons to Let Your Faith be Bigger than Your Fears

1. For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 
2. Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:32
3. The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them. Psalm 34:7
4. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Matt 10:31 
5. Serve only the Lord your God and fear him alone. Obey his commands, listen to his voice, and cling to him. Deuteronomy 13:4 
6. I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid. John 14:27 
7. This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
8. But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats. 1 Peter 3:14
9. One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision and told him, “Don’t be afraid! Speak out! Don’t be silent! Acts 18:9 
10. Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love. 1 John 4:18 
11. When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3 
12. In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid.  What can mere mortals do to me? Psalm 56:4 
13. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Psalm 91:4-8 
14. They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. Psalm 112:7 
15. Do not tremble; do not be afraid. Did I not proclaim my purposes for you long ago? You are my witnesses—is there any other God? No! There is no other Rock—not one! Isaiah 44:8 NLT
16. I, am the one who comforts you. So why are you afraid of mere humans, who wither like the grass and disappear? Isaiah 51:12 
17. Be not afraid of them [their faces], for I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord. Jeremiah 1:8 
18. But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid. Just have faith.”Mark 5:36 
19. They had rowed three or four miles when suddenly they saw Jesus walking on the water toward the boat. They were terrified,  but he called out to them, “Don’t be afraid. I am here!” John 6:19-20 
20. “Don’t be afraid,” Moses answered them, “for God has come in this way to test you, and so that your fear of him will keep you from sinning!” Exodus 20:20 
21. You must always act in the fear of the Lord, with faithfulness and an undivided heart. 2 Chronicles 19:9
22. The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. Psalm 25:14 
23. But the Lord watches over those who fear him, those who rely on his unfailing love. Psalm 33:18 
24. I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 
25. Fear the Lord, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need. Psalm 34:9 
26. The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. Psalm 103:13 
27. Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm. Proverbs 19:23 
28. True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life. Proverbs 22:4 NLT
29. Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Proverbs 29:25 
30. Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. Proverbs 31:30 
31. He will be your sure foundation, providing a rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the Lord will be your treasure. Isaiah 33:6 
32. Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, and do not fear, for your God is coming to destroy your enemies. He is coming to save you.” Isaiah 35:4 
33. Listen to me, you who know right from wrong you who cherish my law in your hearts. Do not be afraid of people’s scorn, nor fear their insults. Isaiah 51:7 
34. Fear not; you will no longer live in shame. Don’t be afraid; there is no more disgrace for you. You will no longer remember the shame of your youth and the sorrows of widowhood. Isaiah 54:4 
35. For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears.He will rejoice over you with joyful songs. Zephaniah 3:17 
36. Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Matt 10:28 
37. We have been rescued from our enemies so we can serve God without fear, in holiness and righteousness for as long as we live. Luke 1:74-75 
38. And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. Romans 8:38 
39. We faced conflict from every direction, with battles on the outside and fear on the inside.  But God, who encourages those who are discouraged, encouraged us by the arrival of Titus. His presence was a joy. 2 Corinthians 7:5-6 
40. Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. Hebrews 12:28 
41. Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love. 1 John 4:18 
42. “Fear God,” he shouted. “Give glory to him. For the time has come when he will sit as judge. Worship him who made the heavens, the earth, the sea, and all the springs of water.” Revelation 14:7 
43. And from the throne came a voice that said, “Praise our God, all his servants, all who fear him, from the least to the greatest.” Revelation 19:5 
44. Even though I walk through the darkest valley,I will fear no evil,  for you are with me Psalm 23:4 
45. Do not be afraid of anyone, for judgment belongs to God. Deuteronomy 1:17 
46. Do not be afraid of them; the LORD your God himself will fight for you. Deuteronomy 3:22 
47. The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1 
48. He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” Mark 4:40 
49. Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” Mark 5:36
50. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. Revelation 1:17 

Patience in Payer

If you are requesting something of God and you are expecting Him to answer immediately, chances are you’re going to be disappointed. Certainly God has answered prayers instantaneously, sometimes even before they were asked, but more often than not, God takes His time; He works on a different timetable than ours. His timing is perfect so it may take years and years and years for Him to answer your prayer.

"But God"

My absolute favorite phrase is ‘but God’. 

I’m so weary, but God will give me strength.

I’m lonely, but God will be my friend. 

I’m in pain, but God will comfort me. 

I’m broken, but God will put the pieces together. 

Even one of my favorite verses:

Man looks on outer appearances, but God looks at the heart.

Learning

I’m slowly re-learning to let go and let God.

This constant wanting for an “other half” to pour my love into is basically blindness. And teenage hormones, I guess. But really, that love can be redirected into so many other places that are, at the moment, much more important, namely the Father’s work.

Here’s to refocusing, refreshing, and renewing.

Should women submit to your husband? Why? How?

Why must a wife submit?

It is fitting and proper in the Lord: Col 3:18

That Word may not be dishonored: Tit 2:5

It pleases God: Col 3:20

Good and long life: Eph 6:3

God will reward: Eph 6:8; Col 3:24

Adorns the gospel: Tit 2:10

Win to Christ: 1 Pe 3:1

How must a wife submit?

With genuine respect: Eph 5:33

In the fear of Christ: Eph 5:21

With obedience: Eph 6:5

With fear and trembling: Eph 6:5

from the heart and soul: Col 3:22-23

with a gentle and quiet spirit: 1 Pe 3:4

With goodwill, as to the Lord: Eph 6:7

Submit as though you were submitting to the Lord: Col 3:23

Not eye-service but sincerely from heart: Eph 6:6; Col 3:22

Well-pleasing and not argumentative: Tit 2:9

To be ready to do any good deed: Tit 3:1

With chaste and respectful behavior: 1 Pe 3:2

verbally accepting them as leader, boss, authority etc: 1 Pe 3:6 "Sarah called him lord"

Clothing yourself with humility: 1 Pe 5:5"

God ❤️

This really gets me through my day. hopefully, you too.

John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 ❤️

Does God Love Me?

Yes! GOD LOVES YOU! He loves everyone no matter what! God loves unconditionally. He loves you so much that He sent His Son to die on the cross for you, that you might have everlasting life. His love is not based on performance. Christ loves you so much that while you were yet a sinner, He died for you. Think of it! God loves you as much as He loves His only begotten Son, the Lord Jesus. What a staggering, overwhelming truth to comprehend! You need have no fear of someone who loves you perfectly. You need never be reluctant to trust God with your entire life for He truly loves you. And the almost unbelievable part of it is that He loves you even when you are disobedient.

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Muslims

Why you should love Muslims
 God loves Muslims!
Muslims are loved by God in the same way that He loves all people. Like all humans, Muslims are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27). Like all humans, Muslims sin and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23). Like all humans, God loved them so much that He sent His son, so that those who believe in Jesus will have eternal life (John 3:16).


God calls Muslims to Himself!
God designed all of us to seek after Him. That includes Muslims. "From one man, He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth", …God did this so men would seek Him and perhaps reach out to Him and find Him, though He is not far from each one of us. For in him we live and move and have our being (Acts 17:24-31, especially 26,30)." Like you and I, God has placed "eternity in their hearts (Ecclesiastes 3:11)."


The only good Muslims … are most Muslims.
The media tends to picture Muslims as wild-eyed terrorists who want to bomb America and kill all Christians. The overwhelming majority of Muslims are peace-loving, hospitable people.

Muslims are people, too!
Most Muslims are concerned about the same things as you and I. They want to raise their children well, they are concerned about rising crime and pornography, and work hard to pay their bills and survive. Like us, most Muslims decry human suffering and violence between peoples. Many Muslims yearn for peace, friendship, and a happy life. We share the same concerns and needs.


God is at work among Muslims!
Many Muslims are sensitive to God and spiritual things. Because they fear God and are aware of spiritual reality, Muslims often speak of how God appeared to them through dreams and visions, just like He did to the God-fearer Cornelius (Acts 10:1-8). Stories abound of healings because of God's power through Jesus. An increasing number of Muslims are hungry to know about God's dramatic work through Jesus.


Because we are spiritually related.
Many Muslims look to 'Ibrahim (Abraham) as "our forefather (Romans 4:1)." Since those who follow Jesus call Abraham "the father of all who believe (Romans 4:11)," that makes us 'cousins'! Like us, Muslims believe in one true God, the Creator of all peoples.


Because they value our Holy Book and Jesus.
The Q'uran specifically commends the Torat (books of the Law, the first five books of the Bible); the Zibur (the Psalms, or wisdom literature); and the injil (the Gospels). Jesus was sent by God to earth; Jesus healed many during his ministry; and he is returning to judge the living and the dead.


Because they have something to teach us.
Muslims take the spiritual world very seriously and generally are more open to discuss spiritual issues. They have a very high respect for God and His power. Muslims place a high value on community and loyalty. Hospitality is very important to them. These are qualities that most westerners appreciate in their Muslim friends.


God made promises to their ancestors.
Many Muslims look to 'Ibrahim (Abraham) as their descendant through his first son, Ishmael. God made this promise to Ibrahim: "As for Ishmael, I have heard you; behold, I will bless him, and I will make him fruitful, and I will multiply him. He shall become the father of twelve princes, and I will make him a great nation (Genesis 17:20)." God fulfilled this promise, for there are over one billion Muslims in the world today!


Because God promised that Muslims who follow Jesus will be part of the multitudes who are gathered about the Throne of God. (They Follow Him Do Not Believe Me Ask A Muslim)
When God gathers all His people at the end of time, there will be representatives from every people group on the earth, "from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing before the Throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, …crying out in a loud voice, 'Salvation to our God who sits on the throne… (Revelation 7:9,10)!"



What Christians should Obviously Learn from Muslims

There are also many things we Christians already know we can and should learn from Muslims, or be reminded of by Muslims. These are things which we already believe, though we do not practice them very well; for instance:

Faithfulness in prayer, fasting and almsgiving

The sacredness of the family and children and hospitality

The absoluteness of moral laws and of the demand to be just and charitable

The absoluteness of God and the need for absolute submission, surrender and obedience ("islam") to him



Half of you will not even read the whole thing before you post a mean comment & If you are  Muslim correct me if I am wrong

Free will

There is a paradox, not a contradiction, between free will and God’s sovereignty / plan for our lives. We certainly won’t fully understand it in this life because it really is such a complex issue. It helps me to think of it metaphorically as father and son. A father can have a plan for his son’s life, but his son can choose to ignore it. Likewise, God wants us all to come to know him and realize his love and grace but the “operative” phrase there is come to. For a someone to believe in God / come to that conclusion, he requires reason and, hence, free will. A child does have free will, but a good father exercises control over the child. He allows the child to mature and make choices. He allows his child to learn from mistakes and failures. In addition, a good father also knows enough to not allow the child to endanger himself or others. He may let his toddler touch a hot oven so he learns not to get burnt but that doesn’t mean he’ll let his child stick his hand into a raging flame to learn the very same lesson. God treats his children the same way. He has a perfect will and plan. He also has a permissive will, which allows man to learn the hard way. 

Logically, God knowing what we are going to do does not mean that we can’t do something else. It means that God simply knows what we have chosen to do ahead of time. Our freedom is not restricted by God’s foreknowledge; our freedom is simply realized ahead of time by God. There is no logical reason to claim that if God knows what choices we are going to make that it means we are not free. It still means that the free choices we will make are free — they are just known ahead of time by God. If we choose something different, then that choice will have been eternally known by God. Furthermore, this knowledge by God does not alter our nature in that it does not change what we are — free to make choices. God’s knowledge is necessarily complete and exhaustive because that is His nature, to know all things. In fact, since He has eternally known what all our free choices will be, He has ordained history to come to the conclusion that He wishes including and incorporating our choices into His divine plan.

Philippians 1:21 (Bible Study)

“To live is Christ and to die is gain.”

Philippians 1:21

It becomes so easy to focus on the last section of this verse and contemplate just how amazing heaven will be. Yet, the importance of ‘to live is Christ’ cannot be overstated. Paul is saying that everything he has tried to be and everything he is, and everything he looked forward to being pointed to Christ. Paul’s singular aim was to bring glory to Jesus. Thats such a challenge to me. “To live is Christ” means that Christ is our focus, our goal, and our chief desire. Christ is the centre point of our mind, heart, body and soul. Everything that we do, we do for Christ’s glory.

He should be our life.

"And we know that all things work together for the good for those who love God, and are called according to His purpose." - Romans 8:28

This is absolutely one of my favorite verses of all time. It reminds me to keep hanging on, because no matter how ugly things may seem to be at the moment, it’ll all be better in His time. So just sit down, trust His plan, and wait. Rest assured, all things will be better! :) 

Wait for the Man

"Wait for a man that won’t hesitate to remind you of Gods perfect love. 

Wait for someone who will shamelessly be your partner in ministry and will help you grow as the daughter of a living God.

Wait for a man who knows perfectly your worth in Christ.

Wait for that man. He will have flaws but his dependence on God will bring the two of you through.

He may be imperfect, you may have fights, but those setbacks won’t ever make you let you go. 

Wait for that man because God will direct him to you.”

- don’t actually know the author of this quote, but it is amazing 

Message of the bible

The message of the bible is simple. 

God is creator of all, sovereign and eternal, compassionate and full of love. His son, Jesus Christ, came to the world and laid down his life for the sins of all so that any who believed in him might live forever. His word is truth. And faith in him is the only hope for the world. 

Don’t let things complicate this wonderful message of the gosp