gift of grace - august 2010 issue

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For By Grace Are You Saved Through Faith; And That Not Of Yourselves:

It Is The Gift Of God Not Of Works, Lest Any Man Should Boast.

For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which

God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Ephesians 2:8-9-10 KJV

Gift Of GraceThere is a place called Calvary,

Not so very far away,Where souls in bondage are set free…

As they humbly bow to pray.No other place in all this worldCompares to this holy ground,

Abundant blessings there unfurl…As new life in Christ is found.Many have come to Calvary,Surrendering heart and soul,

There at the foot of that old tree...Where lost sinners are made whole.

It’s a real place in history,And a real place in our hearts,

Where we can bow before our God…And receive life He imparts.

Every soul who comes to this place,Heart broken, tattered, and torn,Receives amazing, saving grace…

As a new creature is born.Oh, come, my friend, and be made whole,

The Savior will set you free…You will find healing for your soul…

At A Place Called Calvary.

A Place Called Calvary

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God BlessPastor Rodney Rickett

· Hebrews 13:7 Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow,

considering the end of their conversation.

Hebrews 13:17 Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.

Hebrews 13:24 Salute all them that have the rule over you, and all the saints. They of Italy salute you.

How Should I Pray For The Preacher?

1) THE PRAYERS OF THE SAINTS: And For Me

· God’s Man Need’s Praying For

2) PRAY FOR LIBERTY IN SPEAKING: That Utterance May Be Given Me

· Pray That God’s Man Will Have Liberty In The Preaching Of The Word

Acts 6:4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.

3) PRAY FOR COURAGE TO SPEAK: That I May Open My Mouth Boldly

· To Preach About Sin

· To Preach About Separation

· To Preach About The Saviour

4) PRAY FOR FAITHFULNESS TO THE GOSPEL: That I May Make Known The Mystery Of The Gospel

· To Stay Clean

· To Stay Correct

Romans 15:30 Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;

Don’t Forget To Pray For The Man Of God

Apostle Paul Charges The Church To Put On The Whole Armor Of God To Be Able To Stand Against The Wiles Of The Devil

· He Charges The To Pray For One Another In vs.18

· In vs.19-20 … He Ask That They Pray For Him

I Ask How Often Do You Pray For Your Preacher? … The Bible Tells Us To

A PREACHERS NEED … EPH.6:19-

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Ye shall walk after the Lord your God,

and fear him, and keep hiscommandments, and obey his voice, ye shall serve and cleave unto him.

Deuteronomy 13:4

BEAN STATION BAPTIST TEMPLE

Cross Road DriveBean Station, Tn.

Pastor: Rodney Ricketts423-586-0716

BELMONT BAPTIST CHURCH

224 Belmont Ave.Mt. Carmel, Tn.

Pastor: James Adams423-357-5159

ROGERSVILLE CHURCHOF GOD

Rogersville, Tn.Pastor: Carl Hamilton

423-272-8759

ROBERSON CREEKBAPTIST CHURCH

144 Roberson Creek RoadBulls Gap, Tn.

Pastor: Scott FarmerPhone: 423-235-2738

UNION UNITEDMETHODIST

CHURCHPumpkin Valley Road

Kyles Ford, Tn.Pastor: Craig Hall

423-733-1518

SHADY GROVE FREEWILL BAPTIST

Hwy. 113Whitesburg, Tn.

Pastor: Donnie Myers865-993-7728

GOD’S HOUSE OFRESTORATION

CHURCH OF GOD372 Hwy. 25 E.

Bean Station, Tn.Pastor: Samuel E. Church

OLD MT. VIEW FREEWILL

BAPTIST CHURCHBean Station, Tn.

Pastor: Clifford Dalton423-312-1309

VICTORY BAPTISTCHURCHHwy. 11W.

Mooresburg, Tn.Pastor: Truman Coffey

865-828-5650

BEAN STATIONCHURCH OF GOD

Bean Station, Tn.Pastor: J. D. Stump

Church 865-993-3599 423-581-8866

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

3005 W. Carters Valley Rd.Church Hill, Tn.

Pastor: Randy Barron423-357-3611

TARPIN VALLEYMISSIONARY

BAPTIST CHURCHRogersville, Tn.

Pastor: Ken Cradic

FRIENDLY VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH1427 Shields Ferry Road

Morristown, Tn.Pastor: Justin Winstead

TREE OF LIFEWORSHIP CENTER

11056 Ashville, Hwy.Greeneville, Tn.

Pastor: Ralph Hensley

CHARITY CHAPELBAPTIST CHURCH

217 Stage RoadKingsport, Tn.

Pastor: Mike Owens423-247-8310.

MOUNT PLEASANTUNITED

METHODISTMt. Valley, Rd.

Thorn Hill, Tn.Pastor: Ronnie Mansis

REDEMPTION FELLOWSHIP151 Marion Street

Newport, Tn.Pastor: Russell Yost

423-613-0051

NEW LIFE MINISTRIES

COMMUNITY CHURCH104 West View Drive

Blountville, Tn.Pastor: Roy Henard

423-323-8681

FREEDOM FELLOWSHIP

White Pine, Tn.Sr. Pastor: David Barnettwww.freedomlakeway.net

In Need Of Prayer

All The Lost

Cotton Gibson Dorothy EvanoskiCarolyn CarpenterJerry & Linda HallTom Hall Tim & Betty BranhamJody Branham & Family Eathan & Elijah WhorlesBarbaraPaul & Debbie Hylton

Juanita BartleyHeidi BartleyJeanette Cagle Cindy Hill & FamilyBillie WorkmanDarren & Payton Bro Earl SteveGracie Kimberlin All Our Veterans Unspoken Request

And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. Matthew 21:22

Church Directory

NEW START BAPTIST CHUCH

Davis StreetMorristown, Tn.

Pastor Bro. Ken Massey423-231-2448

GRACE BAPTISTCHURCH

390 Forest RoadMoaheim, Tn.

Pastor: John RickettsHome 423-581-0154

Church 423-748-1480

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

Davis StreetMorristown, Tn.

Pastor: Duke StrattonHome 865-828-5569Cell: 865-712-3212

THE LORD’S SUPPERCHURCH

HWY. 604 RT.1 BOX 72-ABLACKWATERM VA, 24221

PASTOR: JERRY TANKERSLEY

276-346-1198

Alice HeltonCotton Gibson Dorothy Evanoski Jerry & Linda HallTom Hall Tim & Betty BranhamJody Branham & Family Eathan & Elijah WhorlesBarbaraPaul & Debbie Hylton All Of Our Children

Larry Moore Family Sherrie Bower FamilyLiz Wallace & FamilyRuthieJuanita BartleyJeanette Cagle Cindy Hill & FamilyBillie WorkmanDarren & Payton Mary HumphriesAll Our Veterans

CROSSROADS ASSEMBLY OF GOD

2747 Hwy. 66 SouthRogersville, Tn 37857Pastor: Jerry Poore

Assoc: Stephen Kimery 423-345-4455

ADRIEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

215 Adriel DriveBean Station, TN 37708PASTOR; Tim Collins

PHONE; (865) 993-4264

Happy Birthday Michael Sexton 3rdBillie Adams 4thJ R Johnson 6thCaroline Smith 10thDebbie Hickey 11thTammy Ballard 12thBill Brooks 12thRoy Smith 15thKhristina Woods 17thMallory Trent 19thGena Dewayna Cartee 20thEddie Dobson 21stJeffery Goins 21stAustin Bailey 26thRegenia Richardson 27thJoshua Brotherton 27th

Eddie & Jodi Ingram 1st

Ron & Lori Rushlow 25th

Chuck & Wilma Humphries 26th

Happy Anniversary

All The Lost

Betty Branham 28th

The story is told of a little boy who couldn’t play outside because it was raining. His father, who was trying to take a Sunday afternoon nap on the sofa, became annoyed. “Go to the other room son: Daddy wants to sleep. Find something out there to play with.” “Like what?” “Anything,” snapped the father. “There isn’t anything.” replied the lad. Grabbing the newspaper, the man tore out a page with a large map of the world printed on it. With the scissors he cut it into dozens of odd-shaped pieces like a puzzle. “There, see if you can put it together, and don’t bother me till you’re done.” The father thought his problem was solved, but ten minutes later there was a tug on his shirt. “You can’t be done yet!” But there on the floor was the neatly reconstructed world. “How did you do it?” he asked. “Easy,” said his son. “A man’s picture was on the back, and when I got him together right, the world was right.”

Piecing together a world torn by hatred, envy, greed and selfishness is far more complicated than fitting together a paper puzzle. But it must begin with man….with you and me. We need a new heart. And that is exactly why Jesus came to this earth He died on the cross to pay sin’s penalty, break it’s power, and make us right with God. Every person who trusts Jesus as Savior and Lord is one piece of a broken world that is being remade to fit God’s ultimate plan.

Many make the tragic mistake of trying to put themselves back together, or straighten out their own lives, only to experience failure. Only God can do that. All we are able to do is surrender our lives to Him and let Him make a new person out of us…the Bible refers to it as being born again. Jesus said as recorded in John 3:7 “Ye must be born again.” That is the only way your life will ever be straightened out. The alcoholic can quit drinking, but he is still a drunk, the rogue can quit stealing, but he’s still a thief, the untruthful person can quit lying, but he’s still a liar…..only Jesus can make you a new person…. He’s the only one who can take away the guilt of sin. You can reform, but He can transform. You can make an effort to clean up your life, but He can give you a new life….He can wash you as white as snow. Isaiah 1:18 tells us, “Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”

At the time of this writing there are “Holy Wars” in many places throughout the world, which are not holy in any respect. To slaughter good people, mass murders, bombings etc. are in no rational sense “holy.” The God I know and serve does not approve of such. In many places, such as Iran, the Sudan and India, to name the name of Jesus Christ is a death sentence. The very name, the very person who can make all things right and straighten a crooked and perverse world is rejected and even hated in the name of some religion. This world is in a terrible shape and the sins of man is the total cause. The longer and farther we go the worse it gets.

One day when Jesus returns He will complete the puzzle, and we will be like Him. Then we will serve Him in a new heaven and a new earth. Oh, glorious day!

II Peter　3:13 Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

The world is looking for better methods, but God is looking for better men.

Restoring a Broken World Ellis Bartley

Ephesians 1:10 That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him:

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I Am Thankful For

I am thankful for . . .

The partner who hogs the covers every night, because he/she is not out with someone else.The teenager who is not doing dishes but is watching tv,

because that means he/she is at home and not on the streets.For the taxes that I pay, because it means that I am employed.

For the mess to clean after a gathering,because it means that I have been surrounded by friends and loved ones.

For the clothes that fit a little too snug, because it means I have enough to eat.For my shadow that watches me work, because it means I am in the sunshine.

For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning, andgutters that need fixing, because it means I have a home.

For all the complaining I hear about the government,because it means that we have freedom of speech.

For the parking spot I find at the far end of the parking lot,because it means I am capable of walking and that I have been

blessed with transportation.For my huge heating bill, because it means I am warm.

For the lady behind me in church who sings off key, because it means that I can hear.For the pile of laundry and ironing,

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For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,

Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8: 38-39

Will Your Name Be There?

The day will soon be coming we'll all stand before the Lord. God will hold the Book of Life where all the names are stored.You'll look upon the Savior's face. You'll stand on holy ground

You'll kneel before the King of Kings and pray your name is foundThe time is coming, it's drawing near. It's' closer than you think

Eternal life with God above you'll either rise or sink.God doesn't care about bank accounts or gems of pearl and jade.

Your style of your home, the car you drive the money that you've madeHe's not concerned with age or looks. The color of your hair

The number of the friends you have. The kind of clothes you wear He'll ask you how you lived your life if you prayed to Him each day

If you knew He gave His life for you if you took the time to pray.He'll know about your closest friends about the books you've read

The kind of thoughts that filled your mind. On what your spirit fedHe'll take a look inside your soul He'll go beyond your pride

Your sins will be as crimson red there'll be nothing you can hideFor when you stand before the Lord, He'll see through every crack

And if you were to die today there is no turning backYou'll gaze into His loving eyes He knows the things you did

There's nothing you can keep from Him Your secret thoughts won't be hid.

So before you meet the Lord you better make it rightStart by getting on your knees kneel down to Him tonight

Get rid of all your worldly ways they'll just lead you astray Find time to walk with Jesus the Truth, the Light, the Way.

I'm telling you, it's not too late God's waiting up aboveTo add you to His Book of Life in Heaven up above

When your life on earth is over He'll take one final look When the roll is called up yonder w ill your name be in "The Book?

Please Let Your Name Be ThereAuthor Unknown

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Drink, Steal, Swear, and Lie============================

I met this guy while I was in Albuquerque, and he has a mottohe lives by every day. He said, "Listen carefully and live by

these four rules: Drink, Steal, Swear, and Lie."

I was shaking my head No! but he then told me to listen whilehe explained his four rules. So here they are:

1. Drink from the everlasting cup every day.

2. Steal a moment to help someone who is in worse shape than you are.

3. Swear that you will be a better person today than yesterday.

4. And last, but not least, when you lie down at night thank God you live in America and have freedom.

I am not as good as I should be, I am not as good as I couldbe but THANK GOD I am better than I used to be!

~Author Unknown~

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Let Go

One day while climbing towards a high cliff a man slipped and fell over the edge.Frantic - he grabbed at a branch jutting out from a tree and yelled out,

"Oh, God, help me."He looked down while holding on tight and saw only jagged rocks.

Clutching even tighter to the branch he cried out again,"God...Please help me."

Suddenly he felt God's presence and heard God ask,"My son, what can I do for you?'

The man, somewhat relieved, answered,"Please God, help me. Save me."

God said quietly,"Do you love me?Do you trust me?

Do you believe in me?""Yes, yes, I love you. I trust you and I believe in you," the man shouted.

"Well, if indeed you love me, trust me, and believe in me,LET GO."

With some hesitation and another look below at the jagged rocks, the man asked,"Is there anybody else up there I can talk to?"

We often seek other answers when our real answer can only comewhen we "Let Go" of some things.

Though the above is an often-told joke, it is a true parable.So often in counseling, I tell people the same thing.

"You have got to let go. That situation is killing you.It is killing your peace, your finances, and your future. You must let go!"

Often they will inwardly feel just as the hanging man asked,"Is there anybody else that I can talk to, because I am afraidto let go? I know the situation is killing me, that's why I'mhere. I know that what I am holding on to is destined to die.I know I cannot fully live while I remain embraced with it.

But I am soooo... afraid. Afraid that I might fall if I let go."Like a person on drugs, you often must "come down" before you

can ever get back up. You must fall from one high, to rise toan entirely different type of high. You must let go of the bad

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Page10 Adam’s PageTHE WHIPPING There was a school with a class of students that no teacher had been able to handle. Two or three teachers had been run off from this school in one year by the unruly students. A young man, just out of college, heard about the class and applied to the school. The principal asked the young man, 'Do you know what you are asking for? No one else has been able to handle these students. You are just asking for a terrible beating'. After a few moments of silent prayer, the young man looked at the principal and said, 'Sir, with your consent I accept the challenge. Just give me a trial.' The next morning the young man stood before the class. He said to the class, 'Young people, I came here today to conduct school. But I realize I can't do it by myself. I must have your help.' One big boy they called Big Tom, in the back of the room whispered to his Buddies, 'I won't need any help. I can lick that little bird all by myself.' The young teacher told the class that if they were to have school, there would have to be some rules to go by. But he also added that he would allow the students to make up the rules and that he would list them on the blackboard. This was certainly different, the students thought! One young man suggested, 'NO STEALING.' Another one shouted, 'BE ON TIME FOR CLASS.' Pretty soon they had 10 rules listed on the board. The Teacher then asked the class what the punishment should be for breaking these rules. 'Rules are no good unless they are enforced', he said. Someone in the class suggested that if the rules were broken, they should receive 10 licks with a rod across their back with their coat off. The teacher thought that this was pretty harsh, so he asked the class if they would stand by this punishment. The class agreed. Everything went along pretty good for two or three days... Then Big Tom came in one day very upset. He declared that someone had stolen his lunch. After talking with the students, they came to the conclusion that little Timmy had stolen Big Tom's lunch. Someone had seen little Timmy with Big Tom's lunch! The teacher called little Timmy up to the front of the room. Little Timmy admitted he had taken Big Tom's lunch. So the teacher asked him, 'Do you know the punishment? Little Timmy nodded that he did. 'You must remove your coat,' the teacher instructed.. The little fellow had come with a great big coat on. Little Timmy said to the teacher, 'I am guilty and I am willing to take my punishment, but please don't make me take off my coat.' The teacher reminded little Timmy of the rules and punishments and again told him he must remove his coat and take his punishment like a man. The little fellow started to unbutton that old coat. As he did so, the teacher saw he did not have a shirt on under the coat. And even worse, he saw a frail and bony frame hidden beneath that coat. The teacher asked little Timmy why he had come to school without a shirt on. Little Timmy replied, 'My daddy's dead and my mother is very poor. I don't have but one shirt, and my mother is washing it today. I wore my big brother's coat so that I could keep warm.' The young teacher stood and looked at the frail back with the spine protruding against the skin, and his ribs sticking out. He wondered how he could lay a rod on that little back and without even a shirt on.. Still, he knew he must enforce the punishment or the children would not obey the rules. So he drew back to strike little Timmy. Just then Big Tom stood up and came down the aisle. He asked, 'Is there anything that says that I can't take little Timmy's whipping for him?' The teacher thought about it and agreed. With that Big Tom ripped his coat off and stooped and stood over little Timmy at the desk. Hesitatingly the teacher began to lay the rod on that big back, but for some strange reason after only five licks that old rod just broke in half. The young teacher buried his face in his hands and began to sob. He heard a commotion and looked up to find not even one dry eye in the room. Little Timmy had turned and grabbed Big Tom around the neck apologizing to him for stealing his lunch. Little Timmy begged Big Tom to forgive him. He told Big Tom that he would love him till the day he died for taking his whipping for him. Aren't you glad that Jesus took our whipping for us? That He shed His precious blood on Calvary so that you and I can have eternal life in Glory with Him? We are unworthy of the price He paid for us, but aren't you glad He loves us that much? This is a story everyone needs to know. So if you know anyone else who may be blessed by this story, please pass it on. May God bless you, and keep you safe... Don't tell the Lord how big the problem is, tell the problem how Great the Lord is! Okay, I admit it, this one brought a flood of tears......... One Day At a Time Sweet Jesus!"Sorrow looks back... Worry looks around... But, faith looks up."

Psalm 86:17 Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see it, and be ashamed:

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23rd Psalm SimplifiedThe Lord is my Shepherd

THAT'S RELATIONSHIP! I shall not want

THAT'S SUPPLY! He maketh me to lie down in green pastures

THAT'S REST! He leadeth me beside still waters

THAT'S REFRESHMENT! He restoreth my soul

THAT'S HEALING! He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness

THAT'S GUIDANCE! For His name sake

THAT'S PURPOSE! Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow

of deathTHAT'S TESTING!

I will fear no evilTHAT'S PROTECTION!

For thou art with meTHAT'S FAITHFULNESS!

Thy rod and thy staff they comfort meTHAT'S DISCIPLINE!

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies

THAT'S HOPE! Thou anointest my head with oil

THAT'S CONSECRATION! My cup runneth over

THAT'S ABUNDANCE! ! Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the

days of my lifeTHAT'S BLESSING!

And I will dwell in the house of the Lord THAT'S SECURITY!

ForeverTHAT'S ETERNITY!

The Weaver

My life is just a weavingBetween my Lord and me.I cannot choose the colorsHe weaves so skillfully.

Sometimes He weaveth sorrowAnd I in foolish pride

Forget He sees the upperAnd I the underside.

Not 'til the loom is silentAnd the shuttles cease to flyWill God unroll the canvas

And explain the reasons why-

The dark threads are as needful,In The Weaver's skillful hands

As the threads of gold and silverIn the pattern He has planned.

Lord God AlmightyWho was and is and is to come

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TODAY

Today--I will laughAnd let my heart sing.For none of us knows

What tomorrow may bring.

Today--I'll be thankfulThat God's on my side.

No need to worry,No need to hide.

Today I'll proclaim it--"His promises are true"

Faith CAN--move mountainsAnd save countries too.

Today---I will live it,

As God would intend.Enjoying each blessingFrom beginning to end.

Today---was not promised.

It's a gift from above.A gift that's worth sharing,Like the gift of Gods Love!!

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1Corinthians 10:4 And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that

spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.

Jesus died over 2000 years ago. Nobody has ever referred to him as the late Jesus Christ,

not even the heathens. No where in history.

No where has he EVER been referred to in past tense! He is the Living God!

When Jesus died on the cross he was thinking of you! “May God Smile on You Today”

Matt. 28:5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. 6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place

where the Lord lay. He died for our sins and rose for our justification.

Rom. 4:25 Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification

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KID’S CORNERBLUE ROSE

Having four visiting family members, my wife was very busy, so I offered to go to the store for her to get some needed items, which included light bulbs, paper towels, trash bags, detergent, and Clorox. So off I went. I scurried around the store, gathered up my goodies, and headed for the checkout counter, only to be blocked in the narrow aisle by a young man who appeared to be about sixteen-years-old. I wasn';t in a hurry, so I patiently waited for the boy to realize that I was there. This was when he waved his hands excitedly in the air and declared in a loud voice, "Mommy, I';m over here."It was obvious now, he was mentally challenged, and also startled as he turned and saw me standing so close to him, waiting to squeeze by. His eyes widened and surprise exploded on his face as I said, "Hey Buddy, what';s your name?" "My name is Denny and I';m shopping with my mother," he responded proudly. "Wow," I said, "that';s a cool name; I wish my name was Denny, but my name is Steve.""Steve, like Stevarino?" he asked. "Yes," I answered. "How old are you Denny?" "How old am I now, Mommy?" he asked his mother as she slowly came over from the next aisle.. "You';re fifteen-years-old Denny; now be a good boy and let the man pass by."I acknowledged her and continued to talk to Denny for several more minutes about summer, bicycles, and school. I watched his brown eyes dance with excitement because he was the center of someone';s attention. He then abruptly turned and headed toward the toy section. Denny';s mom had a puzzled look on her face and thanked me for taking the time to talk with her son. She told me that most people wouldn't even look at him, much less talk to him.I told her that it was my pleasure and then I said something I have no idea where it came from, other than by the prompting of the Holy Spirit I told her that there are plenty of red, yellow, and pink roses in God's Garden; however, "Blue Roses" are very rare and should be appreciated for their beauty and distinctiveness. You see, Denny is a Blue Rose and if someone doesn't stop and smell that rose with their heart and touch that rose with their kindness, then they've missed a blessing from God.She was silent for a second, then with a tear in her eye she asked, "Who are you?"Without thinking I said, "Oh, I';m probably just a dandelion but I sure love living in God's garden."She reached out, squeezed my hand, and said, "God bless you!" and then I had tears in my eyes .May I suggest that the next time you see a BLUE ROSE, don't turn your head and walk off. Take the time to smile and say Hello. Why? Because, by the grace of GOD, this mother or father could be you. This could be your child, grandchild, niece, or nephew. What a difference a moment can mean to that person or their family.From an old dandelion!Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God."People will forget what you said, People will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

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One day a 6 year old girl was sitting in a classroom. The teacher was going to explainevolution to the children. The teacher asked a little boy: Tommy do you see the tree outside?

TOMMY: Yes.TEACHER: Tommy, do you see the grass outside?

TOMMY: Yes.TEACHER: Go outside and look up and see if you can see the sky.

TOMMY: Okay. (He returned a few minutes later) Yes, I saw the sky.TEACHER: Did you see God up there?

TOMMY: No.TEACHER: That's my point. We can't see God because he isn't there. Possibly he just

doesn't exist.A little girl spoke up and wanted to ask the boy some questions.

The teacher agreed and the little girl asked the boy: Tommy, do you see the tree outside?TOMMY: Yes.

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy do you see the grass outside?TOMMY: Yessssss!

LITTLE GIRL: Did you see the sky?TOMMY: Yessssss!

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy, do you see the teacher?TOMMY: Yes

LITTLE GIRL: Do you see her brain?TOMMY: No

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(You Go Girl!) "FOR WE WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT"

Don't forget to pass this on! I love this one. Everyone should send this to everyone they know, especially today with prayer restricted in schools.

Pass this on if you believe in GOD!!!!

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To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me. Acts 26: 18

The ignorant - for wisdom The learned - for humility The rich - for compassion

The poor - for comfort The dreamer - for reality

The practical - for counsel

The weak - for strength The strong - for direction The young - how to live

The old - how to live The haughty-- for warning The humble - for resolution

The troubled - for peace The weary - for rest

The doubting - for assurance

The sinner - for salvation The Christian - for guidance

Me - to stay in tune with God

Father, thank you for providing the Bible as a road map for life

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TWO LITTLE WORDSWhy is it while we are down on our knees,

We start out each prayer, with that one word, ‘PLEASE’?The next time, in prayer, here’s one thing to do,

Start out by saying, “Dear LORD, I THANK YOU!”

Some only pray, when they ask for a gift, Others request that HE give them a lift.

Like all little children, we learn to say please. But some of us say it, with way too much ease. Try saying THANK YOU, you may be surprised,

That your prayers are answered, as you open your eyes.GOD likes to be thanked, just like we all do.

Surely that’s not asking too much from you.

So tonight, don’t ask “PLEASE,” say “THANK YOU,” instead.

You’ll feel so much better, when you climb into bed.Then tomorrow you’ll wake up, to a bright shining day.

If only you’ll remember, those two words to say.“Thank You”

Alphabets

* Although things are not perfect

* Because of trial or pain,

* Continue in thanksgiving

* Do not begin to blame.

* Even when the times are hard

* Fierce winds are bound to blow.

* God is forever able,

* Hold on to what you know!

* Imagine life without His love,

* Joy would cease to be.

* Keep thanking Him for all the things

* Love imparts to Thee.

* Move out of “Camp Complaining!”

* No weapon that is known

* On earth can yield the power

* Praise can do alone.

* Quit looking at the future;

* Redeem the time at hand;

* Start every day with worship--

* To “thank” is a command.

* Until we see Him coming,

* Victorious in the sky

* We’ll run the race with gratitude

* Xalting God most high.

* Yes, there’ll be good times and yes some will be bad, but...

* Zion waits in glory...where none are ever sad!

~Author Unknown~

Concentrate on this sentence...

"To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did" When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely

opening your hands to receive something better. Concentrate on this sentence...

"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you." Just 27 Words:

God our Father, walk through my house and take away all my worries and illnesses and please watch over and heal my family in Jesus name, ~ Amen.

His prayer is so powerful. Does God come first in your life?

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Our Shepherd

The Lord sent us a shepherd To guide us on our way, To live our lives for Jesus In each and everyday.

No matter what the problem, He has a listening ear.

And if we're sick and lonely, He's there and always near.

To us, he is so special. No words could ever say

How much he's loved and thought of. He's family, in every way.

But if you have to wonder At who this man could be,

He's our pastor, friend, and leader From now 'til eternity .

The Stairs

This morning I stood at the top of the stairs to our basementand watched my two-year-old son journey down the stairs.

He was on his way to catch his mother. He was afraid his motherwould leave without him and head for his school. I desperatelywanted to take him by the hand and walk him down the stairs.

But I knew that if I never let him do it on his own, he wouldalways depend on the balancing power of his father's hand.

Instead, I simply stayed close behind ready to move in aninstant if he appeared to fall.

With his little legs and fragile sense of balance, he could notjust walk down the stairs like an adult could. He sat down on

his bottom and scooted down the first step.Then he scooted down the second step.

By this time, his mother had made it to the garage to load theother two kids.

As I watched him scoot step by step, I was reminded of the stepsall of us have to take in life. Just like my son, we have to

take one step at a time.We step at the rate and posture where we can maintain our

balance, until we reach the end of the stairs.If we move too fast or maintain too lofty of a posture, we will

tumble down the stairs.If we move too slow or stop moving altogether, we could get left

behind or hold up the kid behind us.Looking at all of the stairs at one time looks scary, focusing

on one step at a time and conquering that step is not so scary.My two-year-old like many adults, did not know the father stood

behind him lest he fall, nor did he realize that his motherwould have waited for him to arrive.

Even though you are older than two, how are you moving alongyour stairs of life? Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace,

that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16

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AMERICA, AND TO THE REPUBLIC, FOR WHICH IT STANDS,

ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND

JUSTICE FOR ALL!

- A Word HuntYou are to hunt for ten words of five letters each and all beginning with the letters RO. Each word is described or defined to help you guess it, and you may check your answer by looking for the word in the Bible verse given.

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Large stones. (Jeremiah 4:29)

Parts of a house. (Matthew 23:6)

Man of a certain nationality. (Acts 22:29)

Garments. (Luke 20:46)

A way to cook meat. (1 Samuel 2:15)

Parts of a tree. (Mark 11:20)

To waken. (Genesis 49:9)

The opposite of smooth. (Isaiah 40:4)

Kingly. (Esther 5:1)

Large twisted cords. (Acts 27:32)

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If you meet me and forget me you have lost nothing.If you meet CHRIST and forget Him

you have lost EVERYTHING.

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now here-with, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

Malachi 3:10 KJV

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Pray For Our Country And This Oil SpillThat Has Taken Place. It will effect all of us in so

many ways. Just pray that our leaders will put more trust in God and ask Him for His guidance

to help with this devastating event.

This is my commandment, That ye love one another,

as I have loved you.

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.

These things I command you, that ye love one another.

John 15: 12-14, 17

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