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This is the samhita text of the Taittiriya Krishna Yajurveda. The Vedas are the most holy scriptures of the Hindus and have been preserved in an oral tradition for at least 3000 years.
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Dear friend, here are 5 things you should know:
1. Like it or not, we are ALL sinners: As the Scriptures say, “No one is righteous—not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one.” (Romans 3:10-12 NLT)
2. The punishment for sin is death: When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. (Romans 5:12 NLT)
3. Jesus is our only hope: But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. (Romans 5:8 NLT) For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 6:23 NLT)
4. SALVATION is by GRACE through FAITH in JESUS: God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. 9 Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. (Ephesians 2:8-10 NLT)
5. Accept Jesus and receive eternal life: If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9 NLT) But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. (John 1:12 NLT) And this is what God has testified: He has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life. (1 John 5:11-12 NLT)
Read the Bible for yourself. Allow the Lord to speak to you through his Word. YOUR ETERNITY IS AT STAKE!
Sincerely,
Someone who cares about you
Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, if thou be silent to me, I become like them that go down into the pit. Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry unto thee, when I lift up my hands toward thy holy oracle.
Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, which speak peace to their neighbours, but mischief is in their hearts.
Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavours: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert.
Because they regard not the works of the LORD, nor the operation of his hands, he shall destroy them, and not build them up.
Blessed be the LORD, because he hath heard the voice of my supplications.
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
The LORD is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed.
Save thy people, and bless thine inheritance: feed them also, and lift them up for ever.
Psalm 28 KJV
Scripture is taken from 2 Tim 2:22
& to add..in line with the season all peoples and nations are under now..
Hebrews 2:14
14 Therefore, since the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared the same humanity—so that through death He might break the power of the one who had the power of death (that is, the devil) 15 and free those who by fear of death were in bondage all their lives. 16 For surely He is not concerned about angels, but about the seed of Abraham. 17 Therefore He had to be made like His brothers in all things, so He might become a merciful and faithful Kohen Gadol in matters relating to God, to make atonement for the sins of the people. [f] 18 Because He Himself suffered when put to the test, He is able to help those being tested
Dawn on the river Ganges, and a pilgrim reads from his holy book. Behind him is the burning ghat of Manikarnika.
A Hindu book filled with mantras. The priest was using it to conduct ceremonies during my sister's wedding.
Therefore,as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved,clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.(NIV)
I Timothy 4:8 NKJV " For bodily exercise profits a little, but Godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come."----------------------------------- The world emphasizes beauty, ability, and success. The world says fame, fortune, and power define greatness. Unless God is the backbone supporting our thoughts, we can be easily lured into taking on the philosophy of the world rather than the standards in the word of God. Constantly striving for influence, power, and money while ignoring the only example of greatness we have in Jesus! [ Matthew 20:28] " Just as the son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many."------ A true leader places his or her needs last, as Jesus demonstrated in His life and death. If we embrace a life of Godliness we have some examples to live by.. (1) Never considering ourselves above others : { Romans 12:3} ( if we are proud, we cannot exercise our faith and gifts to benefit others. And if we consider ourselves worthless, we withhold what God intended to deliver to others through us.) (2) we should not be prideful : { James 4:10} ( when we submit ourselves to the Lord, He works through us to achieve His will. His glory allows us to accomplish things that are not possible through our own wisdom and strength.) (3) Help the weak by caring, Rather than criticizing : { I Thessalonians 5:14} ( The Lord ministers to us in different ways, depending on what we need at the time. When we help others, we need to ask the Lord to make us instruments of His love, mercy, and grace.) (4) Be ready to give all to promote salvation of the lost : { Mark 8:35} ( Jesus want's us to choose to follow Him rather than live a life of sin and self-satisfaction. We can gain nothing on earth that will ever compare to what we gain with Christ.)-- Every believer should have a servant's heart, and be willing to serve whenever the opportunity presents itself.. " For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another." [ Galatians 5:13]-------- God blesses us so that we might bless others. That is what the Christian life is all about.
"When an evil spirit comes out of a man, it goes through arid places seeking rest but does not find it." -Matthew 12:43
Inspired by JennaTaryn: www.flickr.com/photos/jennataryn/6966624242/
Thanks for showing me how to create this one!
The Bible contains the mind of God,
the state of man,
the way of salvation,
the doom of sinners,
and the happiness of believers.
Its doctrines are holy,
its precepts are binding,
its histories are true,
and its decisions are immutable.
Read it to be wise,
believe it to be safe,
and practice it to be holy.
It contains light to direct you,
food to support you,
and comfort to cheer you.
It is the traveler’s map,
the pilgrim’s staff,
the pilot’s compass,
the soldier’s sword
and the Christian’s charter.
Here too, Heaven is opened
and the gates of Hell disclosed.
Christ is its grand subject,
our good its design,
and the glory of God its end.
It should fill the memory,
rule the heart and guide the feet.
Read it slowly, frequently and prayerfully.
It is a mine of wealth,
a paradise of glory,
and a river of pleasure.
It is given you in life,
will be opened at the judgment,
and be remembered forever.
It involves the highest responsibility,
rewards the greatest labor,
and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.
-JND-
One of the most common commands in the Bible is Do not Fear.
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Psalm 12:6;
"And the words of the LORD are flawless,
like silver refined in a furnace of clay,
purified seven times"
side note: this is rather dull but today was HECTIC ):
(In Memory of Cruzer 2011)
Aging
In our youth-oriented society, aging is seen by many as something to avoid at all costs. The Bible addresses the inevitability of aging and provides positive encouragement. What about the “American dream” of retirement? What should be the Christian’s response? Is it a biblical concept at all?
1. Aging, along with the brevity of life, can be frustrating.
Job 14:1–2, 5 How frail is humanity! How short is life, how full of trouble! We blossom like a flower and then wither. Like a passing shadow, we quickly disappear.… You have decided the length of our lives. You know how many months we will live, and we are not given a minute longer. (NLT)
James 4:14 Yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. (ESV)
Psalm 39:5–6; 90:3–12
2. The fact that the stages of life move by so quickly is a reminder to make the best of the years we are allowed, glorifying God each day.
Psalm 115:1 Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness! (ESV)
2 Corinthians 5:9 More than anything else, however, we want to please him, whether in our home here or there. (GNT)
Psalm 34:12–15; 72:19; 79:9; 1 Corinthians 10:31
3. That God allows us to live to an advanced age is something for which we should be thankful.
Proverbs 16:31 Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness. (NIV)
Psalm 118:24; Proverbs 20:29
4. God understands every stage of life and is worthy of our trust.
Psalm 31:14–15 But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, “You are my God. My times are in your hand.” (ESV)
Psalm 34:8–9; 91:11–12
5. God provides for every season of life.
Isaiah 46:4 Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. (NIV)
Isaiah 35:3–4 Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who have an anxious heart, “Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.” (ESV)
Psalm 71:9; Isaiah 40:29–31; 58:11
6. Our senior years should be a productive time. If retirement means slowing down and not working as much to make money, that is acceptable, but we should always be serving Christ and others all of our days.
Psalm 71:18 So even to old age and gray hairs, O God, do not forsake me, until I proclaim your might to another generation, your power to all those to come. (ESV)
Psalm 92:12–14 But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon. For they are transplanted to the LORD’s own house. They flourish in the courts of our God. Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green. (NLT)
Job 12:12; Galatians 6:9; 1 Corinthians 15:58; 2 Thessalonians 3:13
Biblical Narratives
• Job, blessed in his latter days, Job 42:12–17
• Abraham and Sarah, used of God in their old age, Genesis 17:1–18:15
• Jacob, at the end of his life, Genesis 48–49
• Caleb, who refused to retire, Joshua 14:1–15
• Paul’s testimony, 2 Timothy 4:6–8
Practical Steps
• Be active with frequent physical exercise. This is essential for mental and emotional health.
• Seek wise advice for financial planning and big decisions.
• Minister to others at nursing homes or as a hospital volunteer. Reach out through calls and letters. Invest in the lives of others. See 2 Timothy 2:2.
• Keep your mind active and sharp through word and number games.
• Make a time line of important life events, thanking God for his care.
• Write Isaiah 46:4 on a three-by-five-inch card. Post it or carry it. Review often.
Keith R. Miller, Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling Men (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2014), 28–30.
Aging/Retirement
See also Contentment, Purpose for Living, Trust, Widower
I participate in a weekly Scripture Challenge which can be found here:
www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=408822
Each week we are given a keyword and are challenged to look up verses that contain the word, or some form of it.
This week I used one of my favorite paper lines - Basic Grey Urban Prairie...so colorful and yummy. It makes me feel happy all over!
Surely He has borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem Him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed.
Isaiah 53:4-5
Scripture - John 10:11-18
I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd who owns the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. The man runs away because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep.
"I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father."
The stained glass window of Jesus can be seen inside of the Saint Anthony of Padua Church. The Catholic church is located on 1360 Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange, New Jersey, USA.
Photograph Copyright 2010 Loci B. Lenar
This piece is inspired from a book in the Bible that I love so much, Proverbs 3:5 - Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
Too often we love to trust our own opinions and not those of God because we prefer being in that position of power in our lives and we crave to be in control. We feel that God has no idea about our situations and therefore we fear to let Him take over our lives because we know that His ways are not our ways and we do not like that. Letting him do things His ways means that we have to step down and let Him take control. Now my question is- is that really a bad thing?
When was the last time you felt that you headed down in the right direction by simply trusting your own ideas and opinions? Our plans are absolutely uncertain and to place faith on ourselves is to be like that guy who built his house on sandy ground. God is ever constant and He doesn’t change. He is our Father and He knows what is best for us and so my prayer to you today is that you be able to step out of your comfort zone and trust in God to lead your life and to bring you to a place much better and greater than you are right now.
Loved working on this piece and I decided that it should be a two-part series so expect another one from the same theme. I hope you all are having a wonderful day. God Loves you and I do too and be kind to one another.
Many Blessings,
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