Are you kidding? I am supposed to write down what has been lingering in my Cover to Cover chronological readings of the Bible? I could write the never-ending post today, but I like to narrow it down to what really hits me smack dab in the middle of my heart. This week I felt like I read the Bible for the first time.
There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John. He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe. He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light. The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world. (John 1:6-9)
I want to share His Light, His Hope with anyone who crosses my path. There is so much darkness in this world and it seems to be getting worse every day! So many people try to find hope in other things besides God and it's scary!
From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (John 1:16-17)
When I think about all of the Blessings I have received in my life, nothing has meant as much as the Love I have received from Christ. He died for me... and for you! There is not one person this side of Heaven who is willing to die for me! He has given me one blessing after another and I don't take Him for granted!
The other thing that really spoke to me this week was the fact that right after John baptized Jesus He was tempted by Satan for 40 days. (Click on those words and read it for yourself!) He kept saying to Him... "If you are the Son of God..." And each time Jesus was tempted, it didn't work, ... so the devil finally left him! He was tempted too! There is a battle going on today and it's against the enemy not each other! I have seen it SO many times when Satan gets worried that he has lost one of his followers, so he tries extra hard to cause doubt in a newly baptized person or in the life of someone doing good for God's Kingdom. He won't win!
I cannot do this post without adding The Beatitudes. Before my sister passed away back in 1998 from Breast Cancer she planned her own funeral. It meant the world to her to have these verses read to all of the people who mattered most to her in her life. As I read them today, I know that Blessed Am I... for I am Loved beyond measure!
The Beatitudes
Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them saying:
"Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. (Matthew 5:1-12)
I'm ready! Much love,
Angie xoxo
11 comments:
Your precious sister left a legacy of serving Christ even in her death. She pointed to Him. It is such a gift to those of us left behind to know that we know our loved ones are with Him.
We're doing a Bible study by Adrian Rogers called Kingdom Authority and he brings it home that we are waging a war, as CeCe sings, against the external, the internal, and the infernal. Satan tempted Jesus and he tempts us. There are wars in the heavenlies that are bigger than we can know this side of heaven.
Such a beautiful post that brings glory to your living Lord.
Love you,
Annette
Oh, girl, I feel the same way about the amount of things to choose from in this weeks reading. However, I think you hit the nail on the head with the focus on salvation. (really, what else could there be?)
You bless my heart in so many ways. I appreciate you so.
love you,
karen
Hi Ang,
It is so exciting to read through God's Word cover to cover. After my life changed so much last year I committed to read through the Bible. It took me 10 months and was so rewarding. I'm going through it again but this time it is taking me a little longer.
How powerful it is to spend time in His Word listening to His voice and gleaning from His life.
I love hearing how God is speaking to you.
Blessings, Cindy
Oh Ang, I'm just sitting here bawling thinking about your sister wanting those verses to be read and known and heard and loved. How beautiful! The sermon today was about humble people who were childlike in their faith and my mind immediately went to you. I loved your post!
WE WIN! This light of His love shines forth from you my friend!
Ang, I felt like you, how in the world can we post about this past week! The whole week of reading was amazing! Beautiful post!
Blessings
Michelle
We do indeed win and when the battle gets ugly, it's good to be reminded. Thank you.
Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day...I was trying to remember how I found yours, but I can't, but I am glad I did. Hoping to get to know you better.
Have a super day!
In Him,
J-
My husband just taught the youth group on this!!!!
BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL!!!
Bless you sweet one.
Love,
Fran
Hey my sweet friend!! I love reading your posts every single one is straight from your heart. I am just so glad that our paths have crossed
Ang, were you able to get into my new blog cover to cover??? They have locked me out saying it is a violation and want my password??? Ever heard of a blog being a violation of spam?? Did you have trouble getting in?
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