"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight (Or will direct your paths)."
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Good morning daisy!
So glad to see you here to start our new God Thought week!
I love Proverbs 3:5-6.
It seems so self explanatory and soooooooo true!
I wish you and all our friends a wonderful day filled with trust in the Lord!
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Shes back in the house!!!! Just helped make my day.(((((((hugSSSSS)))))))awesome made friend!!!
Hi Dekrator!!!! Have an awesome day. Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Hi MDW,
Are you still jumping for joy? lol
John 15:11 (New American Standard Bible)
"These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full."
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Yes I am...Thats a yippy!!
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
I have been trying to read proverbs daily. I understand maybe one or two in a chapter then I lose it and skip around because I don't get it! I have to move on to the next one or two or three and sometimes four!!! before I understand another one. FRUSTRATING ME...ho-hum.
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Good morning friends!
MDW,
You are doing great! I haven't even attempted to read Proverbs, so you are way ahead of me.
Have a fantastic God-filled day everyone!!
2 Corinthians 1:2-4 (NIV)
2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
Posted by daisyrlb (Member # 15686) on :
Hey All,
Just a quick
Great verses!!! Yeah, yeah, as you can guess; those verses ya'll shared are some of my favorites-of course!!!!!
About Proverbs...through the years I've tried to read one a day, matching the chapter with the date (like today Proverbs 21 for July 21).
I've not always understood them (especially when I started reading them years ago). As I catch the meanings more and more they are full of such wisdom--exactly what I need! Wisdom from God!!!!
We arrive home late Sunday. Will be back on "God Thought" as I can.
You all bless my socks off, I mean, bless my soul so much!!!
Rhonda
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
A big to you daisy!
Good to see you were able to pop in and make us smile!
And a great big good morning to everyone!
daisy mentioned wisdom from God, so here is a scripture regarding wisdom....
Proverbs 3:13 (New American Standard Bible)
13How blessed is the man who finds wisdom And the man who gains understanding.
Wisdom comes with age and experience, and from a deeper understanding of God's word.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Hi friends,
How about this one Dekrator:
Proverbs 22:17-18 Incline your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge, for it will be pleasant if you keep them within you, if all of them are ready on your lips.
I was doing really good at understanding until I came to the part that says: If all of them are ready on your lips???
Hope you are having a wonderful day.
PS... And yes I read the whole scriptures of words of the wise, and still do not get that part...daisy Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
MDW,
That's a good one and makes one think a little!
I'm thinking that maybe "if all of them are ready on your lips" might mean to always speak wisely and keep in mind what God teaches us when we speak.
Just my guess.
Maybe someone else will have a different view.
I am having a quiet day.
Hope you are doing well.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
By golly I found it!! it was driving me crazy. I have been working on this for over an hour: Proverbs 22:18...
If the teachings are preserved in the heart/mind of the disciple, then that individual will always be ready to speak what was retained.
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
MDW,
Isn't it funny how it makes so much sense when you get a good explanation? Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Meet Me In The Meadow July 21, a wonderful subject to sleep on... or think about in the a.m. for friends that are already doing the zzzzzzzz.
I enjoyed reading that...contains a very good message!
I wish I could learn not to be troubled and worry.
Here's another similar scripture from John:
John 14:27 (New American Standard Bible)
27 "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Hi Dekrator, Cheer up! Pick your chin up off the floor and SMILE You have a great day. Don't let it beat you down!
When we keep our eyes focused on God, we remember his love for us and we realize we truly have nothing to worry about. God has a wonderful plan for our lives, and part of that plan includes taking care of us. Even in the difficult times, when it seems like God doesn't care, we can put our trust in the Lord and focus on his kingdom. God will take care of our every need.
Proverbs 12:25 Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up. (NLT)
I'm starting to like proverbs.
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Thanks MDW!!
Very wise proverb.
Prayers are needed for joalo's husband.
I saw on another post that she said his cancer is back and he is dealing with chemo again.
A bone marrow transplant is scheduled for next month.
Big hugs and lots of prayers going out for joalo and her husband.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Guess what??? I put an inquiry in for volunteer work at a community charity, one town over from me. I got a response back via e-mail. I start Aug 2nd, 5pm-8pm Mondays and Fridays. Then when school begins on the 23rd for the boys I will pick up morning shifts and more days.
I finally get to start my passion of helping the poor. And guess what.... I also will be loading "trucks" with food, clothing and bedding.
I am so excited for the begining of a new life with God. Yea, I'm Happy.
I'm praying for joalo and husband, Dekrator. Thanks for letting me know.
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
MDW,
Good for you!!!!!!!!
I bet that will be very rewarding for you, and you will be doing God's work!!
Aww, yes, I remember the "trucks"!
I am very proud of you for following your passion and being so loving and giving!!
I'll be anxious to hear about it after you start.
Proverbs 14:31 (New International Version)
31 He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Hey Dekrator...ummm, can I ask a favor?.. a prayer?
I have been in so much pain for weeks now and it won't subside. my head, face and ears are in so much pain, I'm having a difficult time thinking straight today. This tough ole bird has been on the verge of crying today from the pain...and I might would cry if it wouldn't make it worse. Hope i'm not complaining to your ears.
Thanks Diane
[ 07-23-2010, 04:48 PM: Message edited by: MDW005 ]
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Diane,
Absolutely!!! Hope you get some relief soon.
Lord,
Please lift up Diane and touch her with your healing hands.
Please relieve her pain and show her comfort.
Let her feel healing especially in her head, face and ears.
Lord, be with Diane at all times as she struggles with illness.
I pray this in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Dekrator... you are a wonderful God friend. Thankyou very much.
Diane
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
You are welcome, Diane!
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Hi God Thought friends!
It's a busy day here, but thought I would post this scripture:
Psalm 29:11 (NIV)
11 The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace.
I hope everyone has a peaceful and blessed day!
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Hi,
Dekrator.... Thanks, I am having a tranquil and blessed day.
I enjoy this version also of Psalms 29:10-11...
Above the floodwaters is God's throne from which his powers flow, from which He rules the world. God makes his people strong. God gives his people peace.
Posted by daniella (Member # 6753) on :
Believe in Miracles!
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Hi friends,
dekrator... What did you learn today in Mass?
I learned Luke 11:1-13. How to pray One of my favorite parts in the gospel today was.. Ask,and it will be given to you; search, and you will find; knock,and the door will open for you. For EVERYONE who asks recieves, and EVERYONE who searches finds, and for EVERYONE who knocks, the door will be open.
Pretty awesome I must say!! Hope you are all having a great Lord's day.
Diane
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Hi MDW,
We learned the same thing as you today!
The sermon was about how when we pray to God asking for help with something, we must do our part, not just wait for God to do it all for us.
ie: Doing everything one can to make the prayer request a reality....such as forgiving another person, making the first move to talk to an estranged friend/family member, helping someone, etc.
I think he was talking to me.
It WAS awesome, Diane and so relevant to our daily lives.
I am grilling for a picnic with our little grandsons. It is raining so maybe no swimming today.
Have an AWESOME day!!
Posted by MDW005 (Member # 22706) on :
Yes!, same thing. Also how we pray and don't want to hear or ready for His answers and what He wants us to do. It's easy to say a prayer, but much more difficult to listen to Him when He has answered.
I had my ears open today...lol
Posted by nsearchoftruth (Member # 27214) on :
Hi All,
Hope you don't mind me joining in your conversation. I was reading where it is hard to understand Proverbs. There is a site called Bible.com and under Daily Devotional is a Proverb Daily Devotional and I have found this to be a wonderful resource. Maybe you will think so too!!
nsearchoftruth
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
daniella,
Hi and glad you joined us in "God Thought"!
I definitely believe in miracles!! Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
nsearchoftruth,
Glad to have you in daisy's "God Thought" discussion!
I will check that site out.
Thank you very much! Posted by nsearchoftruth (Member # 27214) on :
Thank you for welcoming me and hope you enjoy Bible.com as much as I do!!
nsearchoftruth
Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
Good Morning "God Thought" friends!
Let's continue on this thread until our very busy friend....aka daisy....has time to start a new week's post.
1 John 5:20 (New American Standard Bible)
20 And we know that the Son of God has come, and has given us understanding so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true, in His Son Jesus Christ This is the true God and eternal life.
I hope everyone has a wonderful day filled with understanding and hope. Posted by Dekrator48 (Member # 18239) on :
nsearchoftruth,
You are welcome!
I am happy to see new friends joining in!!
Posted by daisyrlb (Member # 15686) on :
Hello "God Thought" Friends,
I tell you, it is soooooo good...make that soooooo great...to be back home.
What a joy to get caught up on "God Thought". All the posts, all the scriptures shared. Ya'll ministered to me.
Dekrator, you are such an encourager and prayer warrior. So glad you're here my precious friend. You share with such compassion. You really are a blessing on "God Thought" to all of us here, especially me.
MDW, I am beyond thrilled to read about the door the Lord has opened for you to be involved with the needy. Oh, WOW!!!! He has answered your heart's desire. Love the scriptures you're posting. Yeah, God's Word is pretty great-awesome-just like He is. So sorry you've been in such pain. Saying prayers for your healing. We do serve a God that heals...yes, still today!!!
daniella, Thanks for sharing with us "Believe in Miracles". Yeah, THAT is our God...miracle working!!!! Today and everyday. Just keep our ears, eyes, heart, mind (and everything else) open to see and experience the miracles of the Lord daily. Look forward to more of your nugget truths. God bless you!
nsearchoftruth, Oh, a new link, www.Bible.com! I've not yet checked it out, but I will. Sounds like it's right up my alley. Wisdom? Yeah, I need it...I get it everyday. The more the better. And look forward to you sharing more.
Isaiah 55:10-11 (New International Version)
As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater,
so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
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