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Patricia R.
on 2/18/11 12:07 am - Perry, MI

I have to confess that I try to get through each day on my own strength way too many times. Sometimes it is arrogance, other times it is haste. Regardless of the reason, I suffer greatly when I do act this way, because I end up making mistakes throughout the day, and jeopardize my relationship with the Lord.

What gets in your way when you are getting ready for your day? What prevents you from walking in the Spirit?

Hugs,
Trish

Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer 96179

Patricia R.
on 2/18/11 12:02 am - Perry, MI

RNY on 08/28/06

Topic: RE: Thursday's Blessing

When I was first getting sober, and trying to change my behavior, I felt totally hopeless. I would try and fail and keep trying and failing. Over and over again. The discouragement would be overwhelming, and I would forget that I had the Holy Spirit was with me, in me, and would strengthen me over and over again.

This devotion is a good reminder of God understanding my need.

Hugs,
Trish

Patricia R.
on 2/17/11 11:56 pm - Perry, MI

RNY on 08/28/06

Topic: Friday's Blessing

February 18

The Spirit's Work

Acts 2:38-39

There is an abundance of failure in the community of faith today. Sadly, it's all too common to find believers who aren't living as Scripture teaches—and they are missing out on the joy and peace that Jesus promised. The reason? When followers of Christ don't recognize the need to live in the Spirit, they attempt to push through each day in their own strength.

On Pentecost, God's Spirit came to indwell believers. He is a gift, blessing us in many ways. Let's consider some of the works He does. The Holy Spirit . . .

• Convicts our hearts of sin so that we can repent and be right with God (John 16:8).

• Regenerates us. We are new beings, alive in Christ (2 Cor. 5:17).

• Seals us forever as a child of the Almighty (Eph. 1:13). We don't ever have to fear the loss of our salvation.

• Teaches, guides, counsels, and empowers us throughout life (John 14:26). Left to our own devices, we confuse truth with deception, but God brings clarity.

• Gifts and enables us to do the work God has planned for us (Eph. 2:10; for a list of spiritual gifts, see also 1 Cor. 12).

• Bears fruit through us (Gal. 5:22-23). As we are obedient to what God calls us to do, we get to watch Him work in mighty ways.

All these benefits are available to everyone who follows Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, we too often bypass all of these by attempting to live in our own meager strength. The Christian life is this: Christ living His life in and through us by the power of the Holy Spirit of the living God.

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Hislady
on 2/17/11 11:25 am - Vancouver, WA

Lap Band on 10/19/07

Topic: RE: Thank the Lord and you for your prayers and support

I'm just tickled that you got your sleeve and are doing so well. I keep hoping I can get one somehow. I had my GB out a couple of weeks ago and man I feel so much better without it. Had a stone a bit bigger than a golf ball! So I was real glad to get rid of it! Hope you keep healing and are back to good as new soon.

Dixie Darlin'
on 2/17/11 7:40 am

VSG on 02/14/11

Topic: Thank the Lord and you for your prayers and support

I was sleeved and had gallbladder removed on Valentine's Day. Everything went well and I am so happy to be out of the hospital. God is so good!

Dixie Darlin'
HW 252 / Consult Weigh 247 /SW 235 / CW 187 / GW 160

Hislady
on 2/17/11 7:27 am - Vancouver, WA

Lap Band on 10/19/07

Topic: Changes

Did you know that 90% of heart bypass patients do not change their lifestyles? As humans we are oh so resistant to change, even when it is for our own good. Many times we would rather die than change our ways.
It seems many feel the same way about Christianity, they would rather continue with their unGodly ways than to surrender it to the Lord. It is difficult for some to give up everything to the Lord and turn around and run the other way. Even as Christians, especially baby Christians, it is still hard to give up many things. We can come up with every excuse there is but deep down the Holy Spirit is telling us it is wrong and we need to change our ways.
We need to understand that we, as mortal humans, can't permanently change anything.We have to surrender the behavior to God so thru the Holy Spirit within us He can bring about the change we need. All we have to do is be open to it and He will make it happen. No, it isn't easy but it is definately worth while. God bless! Karen

Hislady
on 2/17/11 7:09 am - Vancouver, WA

Lap Band on 10/19/07

Topic: RE: Christianity??

Evie hon you are here on the Christianity sight. You should be able to click on the signature line of my posts and get here, then go to the top of the page where it says bookmarks and click there to bookmark us so you can get back easily. If you have any trouble PM me and I'll do my best to help you. You don't have to do anything to join the sight just pop in here anytime and either Trish or I are always here. God bless!

Eula "Evie" R.
on 2/17/11 7:03 am - Mount Nebo, WV

VSG on 04/20/11

Topic: Christianity??

I want to join this site. Not to having any luck.
God Bless
Evie

Patricia R.
on 2/17/11 12:12 am - Perry, MI

RNY on 08/28/06

Topic: RE: Buried treasure.

I love the analogy of the beach, and shell hunting. I love to do that when I am at the beach. I also don't understand why I don't go treasure hunting as well.

Trish

Patricia R.
on 2/17/11 12:10 am - Perry, MI

RNY on 08/28/06

Topic: Thursday's Blessing

February 17

The Power of the Holy Spirit

Luke 24:44-53

The principle we will explore today is basic but so powerful that it determines whether we experience victory in our lives.

You are probably familiar with the book The Little Engine That Could, in which a small engine keeps repeating the words "I think I can." By using sheer willpower, she pulls an entire train over the mountain. That's a nice children's story, but the truth of the Christian life is very different. In the real world, our efforts and determination often fall short. Only by walking in the power of the Holy Spirit can the godly life be achieved.

Throughout the Old Testament, God's Spirit would temporarily come upon saints for a particular work. However, after Jesus ascended to heaven, He sent the Spirit to dwell permanently within each believer. Consider what this means: If you're a Christian, God is living inside of you, available to help all through life by providing guidance, comfort, and empowerment.

Obedience to Christ is too difficult for anyone relying on his own strength. And discerning what to do in every situation is far too complicated for a fleshly mind. For some reason, though, Christians often try to live life by depending on their own energy and reasoning. Defeat and failure are unavoidable without His power in our lives.

Do you recognize your need for the Lord? Begin each day confessing your dependence upon Him. Ask to be filled with His Spirit so that all you think, do, and say will be an overflow from Him. Then trust Him to work in mighty ways through you. Watch what almighty God can do.

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