He Knows

"Jesus My Flight Safety Guy"

I had heard their speech many times before, but this time, it was the one thing that I remembered.  In the midst of the in flight announcements made by the flight crew, we were told that the flight attendants will do everything that they can to make our flight pleasant, but their main purpose was our safety…their main purpose was our safety.  

Immediately that statement made me think about how the ten commandments interact with my life.  God gave the human race these instructions to better their lives and ultimately protect them.  The commandments protect people spiritually, relationally, as well as emotionally.  

Obedience to the tenants of scripture may seem old fashioned to some, but truth be told, they are not outdated.  They are just as meaningful and relevant as they always have been.

"God's Lessons Through Mindy"

When Mindy had a boyfriend she felt more attractive and more valuable.  When she didn’t all she could think about was getting one.  Some of the guys trying to get her attention were nice guys, most wanted to use her.  Many relationships left her with regrets.  After they would implode she could see the selfish ways that had been veiled under the manipulative words of love.  But, unfortunately, she never saw it soon enough.  My heart breaks for Mindy and people like her.  I want so badly for them to know that there is a God in Heaven who loves them and has great plans for their lives.  He wants them to know they are valuable, beautiful, and unique.  He wants to protect their hearts.  However, many never hear his encouraging whispers.  I want you to know that you are incredible. God loves you and wants to offer you a great life.  Don’t settle for something less.

"Ask For Or Need Jesus"

However, the next morning as his company woke, they realized that the storm had ceased, and they also discovered that the winds had moved so much sand that it revealed several mines that were right in their path.  Quickly, this man understood the folly of his arrogance. He knew that God had not given Him exactly what he asked for because He knew precisely what He needed. The way the story was relayed to me, a marine, who just so happened to be a Christian, was caught in a sand storm with all of his company.  Because he wanted to get moving so that they could accomplish their mission, this man began to pray that God would stop the storm so that they could get on with business and he could return to his family.  However, the storm persisted and the Christian grew frustrated.  As you walk with God, you will realize that God has the big picture in view.  His goal is not to give you comfort and convenience, but rather to provide you with everything that you need to live aggressively and completely for Him.  So, don’t get frustrated that He is not giving you everything that you ask for, instead, rejoice in the fact that He is giving you everything that you need.  

"How Jesus Cleaned Up My Lawn"

Not long ago I was driving through a nice neighborhood taking note of all the well kept lawns and homes. Everything on the outside of these homes said happiness and a wonderful life. It would be nice if that was true, but statistics tell us otherwise. More than 52 percent of all marriages end in divorce, troubled youth, suicide, depression, and violence are all on the climb. Why? Because the outside of many homes in America doesn’t reflect the attitudes and relationships on the inside.  The same is true for our lives.  Sometimes what everyone sees on the outside isn’t a true picture of what is on the inside.  What’s the inside of your life look like? If there is an area that is a mess, you can begin to change it by giving God access.  Jesus says that when we invite Him into our lives he comes and makes His home in us and with us. He is a house guest you can invite in no matter the condition of your life.  And, when he comes to dwell with you, he will participate in the renovations that need to take place.  He will help you clean things up in your life, remodel and rebuild areas you think there is no hope for, and give you an interior that you never have to be ashamed about.