Inspirational Encouragement for Life’s Journey!
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him.Psalms 34:08Can we Trust God in the Good Times and in the Bad Times?
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28What do you grumble about? God oftentimes does not reveal why certain things happen. We can be encouraged and know that God has a Master Plan for each and everyone of us!
II Timothy 1:5Is your faith sitting on the mantel or do you apply it to your day-to-day living? There is intrinsic value in your faith!
John 8:44The devil is trying to trick people with lies continuously. The end game will be disillusionment. God only wants the best for each of us. The Bible is like a roadmap. God loves you and He has great plans for you!
Genesis 4:1 The first institution established was the family. We all need to value our family! Mother Teresa: For her work she received the 1979 Nobel Peace Prize. When asked what can be done to promote world peace, she answered, “Go home and love your family.”
Romans 16:24, May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with all of you. Amen. We don't have to rely on our own understanding!
Are you someone that actively seeks peace? That you will go out of your way to make peace where there is only contention and strife?Matthew 5:9 (NIV)Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God.
Deut 30:19(NIV)19 This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live.Do you make choices that will bring value to your life, or temporary pleasure? Choices - Song by George JonesI’ve had choices since the day I was born. There were voices that told me right from wrong.If I had listened, no I wouldn’t be here today.Living and dying, with the choices I made.
Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6
But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”I Samuel 16:7
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal...God has promised He will make everything beautiful in his own time.
II Corinthians 2:22 - By His spirit He has stamped us...That's My child right there! My brand is on your heart! We are a child of God!
To build your house on sand is a foolish thing to do.What is sand in your life? We want to build our life on a sure foundation.
God’s Tattoo – Isaiah 49:16 Behold I have engraved your name on the palm of my hand. God is committed to you! You, Jesus, are as close as the mention of Your name!
Consistency – Romans 14:22 You’re fortunate if your behavior and your belief are coherent. Are you mechanical or natural? Thank you Lord for helping us on this journey we call life!
Proverbs 4:4-7 Young man asked, “How did you get such good judgment dealing with horses?” The old man barked back, “Experience.” Young man then asked, “How did you gain so much experience?" Old man replied, “Bad judgement!” Sometimes I feel wise and other times pretty foolish. I am thankful for God’s promise that He is willing to give me wisdom if I just ask!
Philippians 4:6-7Do you know people that have a high standard of living but do not enjoy a good quality of life? Being thankful raises our quality of life. Make a conscious decision to be thankful!
Are you a thankful person? Do you have an attitude of gratitude? Do you need a checkup from the neck up? Thankfulness increases our quality of life. It’s like air freshener for the mind! Psalms 100:4 and Philippians 4:6
When it seems like nothing is happening, something is happening! Our country has come to a stop, people are sheltered in place. Behind the scenes we can know that there are a lot of things happening. What does God want to do in your situation? Do you have more questions than you have answers? God has good plans for you! Stay the course! I Corinthians 13:12
We would all like to think that we are courageous. However, sometimes we’re not. Sometimes we are less than courageous, even discouraged. You could be the cure for someone who is needing to be encouraged today. This short message will show you how you can be a very powerful person in someone’s life today. Proverbs 12:25 Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop; but a good word maketh it glad.
Success – Joshua 1:8 Only time in the entire Bible that the word success is used. Bible is an instruction book, a road map and a love letter to us! Written by kings, poets, priests, doctors, farmers, shepherds and fishermen all contributed to its writing. They wrote these words as moved by the Spirit of God. Number 1 best seller in the history of the world! Psalms 119:105 says, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
“Good Luck!” – When rodeoing, I’d back my horse into the box to get ready to rope a calf and they’d say good luck, Richard! I suppose that’s all right. But I’m just wondering in life, with everything that’s coming our way and all the things that we have to deal with and the decisions we have to make is that really all we have to go with? Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all of your heart…
Someone once said, "Real cowboys won't line dance and real buckaroos won't even watch!" Buckaroo heaven while working on a remote ranch. A lot of trading goes on in the buckaroo culture. I'll trade my bit for your spurs! What can I give God? Isaiah 6:1-3 God says, Give me your trash and I will give you my treasure!
Don't get worked up about what may happen tomorrow. God is going to give me grace for today! Help us to have active faith!Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Breeders brand cows and horses to let everyone know that the livestock belongs to a specific ranch. You are branded and identified with God. He is committed to you!I Corinthians 2:22 By his spirit He has stamped us...
Snaffle Bit Futurity Horse Show Jitters - Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing... The peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. God is concerned about anything that concerns us!
When you can't see anything in front of you, how do you know where to turn? Trust your horse! Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all of your heart... Put the reins down and let God direct your path. Trust in God knowing that He will guide you!