Monday, October 12, 2015

I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich!

Revelation 2

I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! v9

I know that based on my wealth regardless of what measure you use I AM rich...and this would be true regardless of my material possessions.  I have Christ - Jesus provides all things and He has blessed me beyond what I deserve and He has pulled me out of the pit before and He can do so again...no problem.  I must focus on the greatness of Christ vs earthly matters and possessions. I am mindful of what Jesus says in Matthew:

Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:19-21

My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God, You reign!  You are the greatest gift of all time and You have blessed me beyond what I deserve...I continue to be lazy, harsh with my words, quick to anger and slow to listen...please forgive me Jesus.  Help me overcome and turn from sin towards You.  Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind and strength.  Help me love others as You do.  Help me grow in my faith. Help me focus on Your greatness vs earthly things and matters.  Give me strength.  Give Lisa strength. Please heal and cure her of this cancer as well as Barbara, Lacey, Mark, and others who need Your healing.  Help me lead and serve Lisa, Zach and Dustin.  Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.