9-28-06 Hebrews Walk #35

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HEBREWS WALK #35

HEBREWS 3:5
And Moses verily was faithful in all of his house, as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were to be spoken after!

After reading today's verse - I thought about my favorite music group 4HIM and one of their earliest songs - it is called A Man You Would Write About -and it talks about being remembered 1000 of years after they leave this place like the men of the Bible- that it would be written of our faithfulness to God while we lived on this earth- which by the way will not be very long - Last night I watched 20/20 and they dedicated the whole hour to Steve Irwin -otherwise known as the Crocodile Hunter - he left this world at age 44 - and it seemed like he could conquer death over and over until it caught up with him -the point is we are not here long - we could be gone tomorrow -and what have we done with what we have been given?
Moses was faithful -not only at the beginning - but also at the end - many can start strong - but a few brave ones finish well in the end - God is not interested in our past accomplishments- they cannot save us - only the blood of JESUS can save us - but HE wants us to think of tomorrow- and to use today as if it where all we had left- when your life on earth is over and you are face to face with JESUS - will HE say well done good and faithful servant? Our goal each day is to serve God with all we have been given - He knows what is going on in our lives and just wants us to worship HIM - He always knows best- I know the last couple of days ive been full of questions - several things in our lives have gone in a direction I was not expecting and this is where the rubber meets the road - where we must remain faithful - but the good news is God is faithful even when we are not - sometimes HE has to let us fall - because HE Loves us-
What will your life be remembered for? The answer is important!

A side note: The average left expectancy in the United States is less then 80 years- which is not a long time in the scheme of things - many of us have already lived half that long -many longer -with the time we have left- lets make our lives count for CHRIST! Amen - lets finish this race well!

Though CHRIST our lives count!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 9-27-06

WHAT WE DO TODAY - WILL DETERMINE OUR TOMORROW

9_28_06 HEBREWS WALK #35

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HEBREWS WALK #35

HEBREWS 3:5
And Moses verily was faithful in all of his house, as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were to be spoken after!

After reading today's verse - I thought about my favorite music group 4HIM and one of their earliest songs - it is called A Man You Would Write About -and it talks about being remembered 1000 of years after they leave this place like the men of the Bible- that it would be written of our faithfulness to God while we lived on this earth- which by the way will not be very long - Last night I watched 20/20 and they dedicated the whole hour to Steve Irwin -otherwise known as the Crocodile Hunter - he left this world at age 44 - and it seemed like he could conquer death over and over until it caught up with him -the point is we are not here long - we could be gone tomorrow -and what have we done with what we have been given?
Moses was faithful -not only at the beginning - but also at the end - many can start strong - but a few brave ones finish well in the end - God is not interested in our past accomplishments- they cannot save us - only the blood of JESUS can save us - but HE wants us to think of tomorrow- and to use today as if it where all we had left- when your life on earth is over and you are face to face with JESUS - will HE say well done good and faithful servant? Our goal each day is to serve God with all we have been given - He knows what is going on in our lives and just wants us to worship HIM - He always knows best- I know the last couple of days ive been full of questions - several things in our lives have gone in a direction I was not expecting and this is where the rubber meets the road - where we must remain faithful - but the good news is God is faithful even when we are not - sometimes HE has to let us fall - because HE Loves us-
What will your life be remembered for? The answer is important!

A side note: The average left expectancy in the United States is less then 80 years- which is not a long time in the scheme of things - many of us have already lived half that long -many longer -with the time we have left- lets make our lives count for CHRIST! Amen - lets finish this race well!

Though CHRIST our lives count!

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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 9-27-06
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HEBREWS WALK #34

HEBREWS 3:4
For every house is built by some man; but He that builds all things is God!

This ministry was conceived through my love for drawing house plans - early in life I had planned to be an Architect - and God used that to show me that HIS word is a Blueprint to a life lived for Christ- on that basis each day I feel called to bring the good news to everyone - through something called the daily blueprint - as you know you cannot build a house without them! You also must build a house in the right order - mess up the order and it will not go together right - in the same way God is building our lives -and HE knows best- we can try and build it ourselves - but it will not be what HE wants - He has a plan for each of us -and sometimes that plan takes us in a direction we never thought we would go - pain may come - confusion comes from the enemy but God can even use that - He has a plan for each of our lives -and to find out what it is -we must seek HIM in prayer and through HIS word -also other believers can show us what God wants for us -my wife has gone through a time of trial at her 2nd job -its been so hard to see her go through it -but through it she is learning some things that will be really valuable - We need to move out of the way and allow God to build our lives on the Rock!If we build our lives -the ground we build upon will be sandy and not a sure foundation - God builds all things -and He always builds it right the first time - lets follow HIS blueprint for our lives-
lets follow HIS lead - let God design your life today!

A side note: When God builds our lives -sometimes HE must remove some things- and add other things- this process can be painful -but He has a plan that is better then ours - we need to obey and listen to what HE says - He knows what HE is doing and has been doing it forever - may God build our lives today!

Though CHRIST our lives are built on solid ground!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 9-26-06
A LIFE BUILT ON GOD'S PRINCIPLES STANDS STRONG!

9-21-06 THE WAY THE TRUTH THE LIFE

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THE WAY - THE TRUTH - THE LIFE

JOHN 14:6
Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth and the life; no man comes to the Father but by Me!

Today it's back to basics - as I have been studying the book of Hebrews and as we have walked though it - ive learned about the greatness of JESUS - how HE is greater then the angels -how He is greater then any man that ever lived or will ever live - and how HIS death is all that makes us right - its simple - but often it gets complicated - I just want to dwell in the simplicity of Christ-
That CHRIST alone is the only way to the Father -He said it and I believe it - we cannot make it to the Father on our own - on our good merits - or by our wallets - we cannot make it on our good deeds either- apart from Christ there is no heaven!

I took graphic design in college -my first graphic's teacher taught me a simple concept - it was this - Less is More! Its so true - the logos that are busy do not grab your attention like a good clean one - this is also true in our lives - we need CHRIST -period - without HIM we have no hope - He is the way - the truth and the life - you see apart from Him there is no life at all - it may seem like live -but it will end -as the word says - what does it profit a man to gain the whole world but to lose his soul? We are not here for long -lets make the most of it -
Just dwell in the simplicity of CHRIST today -
Follow HIM every step of the way - and HE will lead you home!
Its simple- CHRIST died for you - now live for HIM!


A side note: While sin blocked our way to God - Jesus came to open it back up - we now have fellowship with God the Father through Christ- HE is the only one who can take us to GOD - He alone forgives us our sins and makes us right - its simple but soooo true! Amen!

IN CHRIST we know the way!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 9-21-06
JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN!

9-20-06 HEBREWS WALK #33

HEBREWS 3:3
For this man was counted worthy of more glory then Moses, inasmuch as he who has built the house has more honor then the house!

The writer of Hebrews is trying to drive home the fact of who JESUS really is - The Son of God -the Great I am - and so forth - JESUS is our Savior and the greatest man to ever live - a man that did not sin - there has been none like HIM before and there will never be anyone like our LORD later! Just like the one who builds the house has more honor then the house itself - as you see the process of a house going from blueprint to reality - you can see that it takes time to get it all done - JESUS came and laid HIS life down and said it was finished- He is the One we honor - He is our Savior - our Lord!

In the news lately there has been much discussion about what the Pope said about the faith of Islam - what the Pope said was true - but what struck me as I read about all this controversy - that many Muslims call us Christians - Cross worshippers -which is not at all what we are- we worship the ONE who died on the CROSS and not the cross itself -without JESUS the cross would be useless - He had to die for us - He had to laid down HIS life and for that HE is honored! He is worshipped by us - HIS children! Please take a moment to pray for the lost -pray for Muslims who are caught in the lie of Islam - that their eyes would be opened to the truth - I know these words are controversial - but they are no less true - we must pray for those who wish us harm! Jesus said Love your enemies - lets be like CHRIST and tell the world that we worship JESUS and JESUS alone - He alone is worthy! Lets go out and live the life and praise JESUS without apology! Lets be the children of HIS that we are!

A side note: Moses was God's right hand man - but unlike Jesus our Lord - he was a sinner -but still was used mightly by God - we cannot be perfect on our own -we will always need JESUS and that is right where He wants us to be!

Though CHRIST the truth is seen and heard!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 9-20-06
IF JESUS DID NOT COME - WE WOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN SAVED!

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9-19-06 LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS

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LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS

ISAIAH 58:8
Then shall the light break forth as the morning, and your health shall spring forth speedily; and Your righteousness shall go before You; the Glory of the LORD shall be your reward!

We live in a dark world - just take a look at the local and national news - its usually a lot of grim news- while the good news seems to be hidden from view- God has given us a life changing message that needs to be spoken and seen -its not enough to just tell people about JESUS - we must be willing to live it out loud for the world to see -JESUS said that a city on a hill is not hidden - the light springs forth from that city - and other can see it and are lead to safety by it - Ive fallen in love with lighthouses - partly because when I met my wife - her Mom had them all over her house- I had not paid much attention to them before then - but they just took me by surprise- they do what GOD has called us to do - lead those who are lost to safety - they bring light in the darkness - and just like the fact that the light of the lighthouse may be all the captain can see that guides him safely home - our message -the message of CHRIST crucified is just as bright - it leads the lost home!
We must show the world that is caught in darkness of sin - of death - of hatred that there is a better way - actually the only way things could get better is if the Light shines in the darkness - and if you have ever been down in the dumps - and it seems nothing can carry you out - then the light shines in your life and everything changes -lets bring that light that is within us to the surface for all to see - our light from CHRIST should not be hidden - let it shine brighty and help to guide those who are lost - Home! Light up the darkness with the LIGHT of CHRIST!

A side note: My Grandpa Hank was a captain and today's message reminds me of some of his wonderful stories about being out at sea - I can see him in my mind and the lighthouse is in view as well - I have visited several lighthouses in the past couple of years- they are all over our living room - and others notice them - if asked I want to tell them it shows the LIGHT guiding those who are lost - Home! Amen!

IN CHRIST the LIGHT shines in the darkness!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 9-19-06
LIGHT UP YOUR LITTLE CORNER OF THE WORLD TODAY!

DAILY BLUEPRINT 9-18-06 HEBREWS walk 32

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HEBREWS WALK #32

HEBREWS 3:2
Who was faithful to Him that appointed Him, as also Moses was faithful to all his house!

There has never been nor ever will there be a time when Jesus is not faithful to God the Father - Its not in HIS nature - JESUS is God's Son but also was God in the flesh - I've been talking to a great friend and sister in Christ lately that has been rasing some questions about this very fact- how could JESUS be GOD'S SON and at the same time be GOD in the flesh- my answer was simple - I do not know! Its written in the Word of God but still my mind and our minds cannot fathom how this can be - we must live by faith -just like Moses had to live by faith -many laughed at Moses- some thought he was nuts -others wanted to end his life- but through it all Moses had to be faithful to God - I find it interesting that Moses had a temper - I can relate with him - ive got one too - last night I watched my football team get beat - I take Football seriously -maybe too seriously and have to admit I got a little angry and yes lost my temper - I say all that to say that all of us have shortcomings- it does not matter if you are a pastor - or a guy who stays up late and writes these daily devotionals- we all sin -we all fall short - this is why JESUS had to come to this earth and die for us - remaining faithful always to the Father - HE is our example - we can never be as faithful as JESUS was to HIS FATHER IN HEAVEN - but this does not mean we cannot strive to do so - One problem we all seem to have is getting away and being alone and quiet before God - this world is very loud and the pulls of this world will try and pull you away from JESUS - but like JESUS and Moses where faithful - we too must be faithful to the call GOD has on our lives- the good news is we do not have to do it - its all HIM! May GOD contiune to show you the way - today - tomorrow and the next day - He who has called us is faithful!Thank YOU JESUS!

A side note: When GOD calls you to something HE is faithful to bring you through it - as you know my wife Missy has been having alot of trouble at her job -its been hard -but we know GOD is faithful- you can trust HIM - HE has never once failed and His record is undefeated! God is the winner!

Though CHRIST we can be faithful!
LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR MONDAY 9-18-06
IF GOD SAYS IT BELIEVE IT - IF YOU BELIEVE IT THEN LIVE IT!

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MORE THEN THE MORNING!

PSALM 130:6
My soul waits for the Lord more then they that watch for the morning; I say more then they that watch for the morning!

Often the darkness of life is referred to as the night - it also stands for sin - the darkness of sin - sin has a way of taking what God intended for good and making it bad - he deceives many into thinking right is wrong and wrong is right - Jesus said many times that while its day we must work - we must follow Him because the night is coming when no one can work - Jesus means that when the darkness comes - when this world ends -things will be much different - one day the morning will come - its like when the night seems to last forever and you just cannot wait to see the first glimpse of the morning light breaking through the darkness - and you cannot have darkness and light at the same time - just as you go into a dark room and as your eyes get used to the dark -its not really totally dark - darkness is the absence of all light - Jesus many times has been called the Light of the World - His light at first blinds us - the sin in us is seen clearly -but then HIS forgiveness comes and we are washed clean in HIS Blood - as those that wait for the morning - we wait for the LORD - and while life may not always be a bed of roses - we know the ONE who made the roses! Maybe you are going though something that seems to be the end all - maybe you are suffering through a very long night - maybe you are in a drought- do not worry -the Savior is coming - JESUS is coming soon -and HE will take us home - we live in a world of darkness -but JESUS is the Light -
let HIS Light shine in your life so that those living in darkness will see the light and come to JESUS! Amen!

A side note: When HIS light comes into a life -its forever changed -the old has passed away and the new has come - and just like the morning -JESUS is coming soon! Wait on HIM!

IN CHRIST the darkness is no more!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR FRIDAY 9-15-06
WHEN THE MORNING COMES - THE LIGHT WILL BE SEEN!

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HEBREWS WALK #31

HEBREWS 3:1
Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus!

The longer I live it seems the bleaker things get- When I first came to know JESUS as my LORD and SAVIOR about 13 years ago - I thought everyone would know HIM - and that those that did not would want to - I was very naive then - I know now the sad news -that some will not come to know HIM - many will not even consider HIM as Savior - Vie seen countless letters from people who either claim there is no God - to others who claim we are all gods! And any and everything in between - in case you did not know I work for a local newspaper -so I get to see what many people think -and its really sad -all that GOD wants us to do is consider HIS SON JESUS - but sadly many in their busy lives and fast pace -they cannot slow down long enough to know HE is GOD! We must consider JESUS - He both the author and finisher of our faith- without JESUS we have NO HOPE!
Its though HIS death on the cross that we have freedom from the penalty of sin - JESUS paid the price and HE paid in full -completely -not lacking anything - Jesus is our High Priest- His offering was once for all - never to be paid again -its finished -we must be willing to lay down our will for HIS to be done - lets consider JESUS and see that HE is really the ONLY WAY to Heaven! AMEN!

A side note: We must place are whole life in HIS hands -HE does not want us to take control He wants us to give up!
Lets surrender to JESUS - He is our Savior!

Though CHRIST heaven is within reach!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 9-14-06
JESUS - YOU CANNOT LEAVE EARTH WITHOUT HIM

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A SOLDIER OF CHRIST

2nd TIMOTHY 2:3
You therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ!

In this life we all face various trials in our lives - God wants to use each one to bring us closer to Him - sometimes when someone close to you is going through something you want to just end their pain -you want to change the circumstance so everything is smooth sailing - but this usually is working against God and what HE desires for them - now by this I am not saying we should help those in need - as you know I am involved with a great ministry that helps children who are lost -who have no hope -Compassion - we should help as we are lead by God to help- there is nothing wrong with helping - but when we pray for our will instead of God's will there will be much trouble-

My wife as you have seen in the prayer email almost weekly is going though a lot right now - I wish it were not so - but its the facts - but as she has gone through this circumstance -she has grown closer to God - now why would I want to pray it away when God is using it - we must be prayerful and listen to what God says - and while trials will come - God has given us the power to over come in Him and Him alone - the power is not ours but His - In this verse Paul says we should endure as a good soldier of Christ -and that is what we are - we are in a battle for the souls of those around us - God wants to recruit many more into His army - our mission is to save lives for CHRIST!God has not called us to sideline faith - but He wants us to be in the game - He wants us to be active - He wants us to fight for what is right! Together we can fight the good fight Paul has described - We must be willing to get our hands dirty -we must move outside our zones of comfort - we must be a good soldier for Christ - this means we must obey what HE commands - lets get together and fight for what is right - God speed everyone!

A side note: God has all of us in basic training - He wants to create in us a new heart - HE wants to make us like HIS Son! He wants to put us on the front line to fight for what is right! Amen!

IN CHRIST we fight the good fight of faith!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 9-13-06
THE CALL GOD HAS ON OUR LIVES IS A CALL TO SURRENDER!

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HEBREWS WALK #30

HEBREWS 2:18
For in that He Himself has suffered being tempted,
He is able to succour them that are tempted!

Our Savior has been tempted in every way we are - but He never once ever gave in - even when God the Father lead Him into the wilderness for 40 days and nights- He was not tempted to give into the enemy's plan - He just fought satan with the WORD - and won the battle- because our Savior has been tempted just like us - He again to relate to us - He knows what its like to be a man - to have feelings- emotions - He knows what its like to bleed -to have pain - and to die - He knows what its like to be you and me!
JESUS left Heaven and perfect fellowship with God in order to save our souls - HE had to be rejected by men and even God had to turn HIS back on HIS Son! Jesus knows how to defeat temptation and if He lives in your heart -you can too -
Jesus has given all of us a way of an escape - we do not have to give into to temptation -I know God has delivered me from things in my past that held on - until I let God take them - not to say I am not tempted by them anymore -but the truth is I am - almost daily -satan tries to remind me of my past sin and wants to trap me and cause me to give in - when this happens I must stop what I am doing and pray - seeking help from God - Jesus came to this earth to die for our sins - His whole mission lead Him to the cross -to pay the sin debt we all incurred -HE is our help in time of need-
Lets place our trust in HIM! amen!

A side note: Some people believe you are in sin if you are being tempted- this is not true -the enemy wants to weaken our faith and he will do whatever it takes to get that done - JESUS however will fight for us - He will keep us pure and holy - He will take away our sin - the enemy cannot do anything about it either -amen!

Though CHRIST we are forgiven and redeemed!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 9-12-06
WHEN TEMPTED, RUN THE OTHER WAY!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-11-06

9/11 - 5 YEARS LATER

2nd CORINTHIANS 4:16
For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man parish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day!

Today as I reflected on the events of 5 years ago - tears formed in my eyes- this is a very painful day for many -a day when lives where forever changed -the events of this day are still fresh in our minds -and yet life has gone on - during those first weeks following 9-11 -the churches where full - the flags came out and everyone was on the same page- but as with all things- this did not last - today we are a nation that is very much divided and according to JESUS Himself - a divided nation cannot stand - while all this is true- there are those of us who support our President and what he done to stop further attacks against our nation -

Today it's 5 years later - many things have happened since that day - people have died - people have been born - life has gone back to normal whatever normal may be -today many are in pain -they miss those whom they lost - the pain is very real - those who committed this act against America and her children - will one day face God - and HIS wrath is greater then any -but we should not gloat at this fact -but we need to pray for them - pray for those familles who lost loved ones that way as well - We are all God's children - living in a world that is dominated by satan - I place all the blame for these attacks on him - and him alone - God allowed this for His purpose - not the purposes of satan - God can take something bad and make it good - these 5 years have not been easy and time does not heal all wounds - only God can do that - take a moment today to reflect on where you where when you heard the news - think about those who lost their lives - the heroes who put their lives on the line to save others - read the following poem - visit the website - and pray - American need us on our knees- God bless America -

9-11 will go down in history as the day part of America died - God I am sure wept on this day - lets stand together in CHRIST-
Thank you all - in CHRIST, Daniel

TWO THOUSAND ONE, NINE ELEVEN (2001-911) Two thousand one, nine eleven Three thousand plus arrive in heaven As they pass through the gate, Thousands more appear in wait A bearded man with stovepipe hat Steps forward saying, "Lets sit, lets chat" They settle down in seats of clouds A man named Martin shouts out proud "I have a dream!" and once he did The Newcomer said, "Your dream still lives." Groups of soldiers in blue and gray Others in khaki, and green then say "We're from Bull Run, Yorktown, the Maine" The Newcomer said, "You died not in vain." From a man on sticks one could hear "The only thing we have to fear. The Newcomer said, "We know the rest, trust us sir, we've passed that test." "Courage doesn't hide in caves You can't bury freedom, in a grave," The Newcomers had heard this voice before A distinct Yankees twang from Hyannisport shores A silence fell within the mist Somehow the Newcomer knew that this Meant time had come for her to sayWhat was in the hearts of the five thousand plus that day "Back on Earth, we wrote reports, Watched our children play in sports Worked our gardens, sang our songs Went to church and clipped coupons We smiled, we laughed, we cried, we fought Unlike you, great we're not" The tall man in the stovepipe hat Stood and said, "Don't talk like that! Look at your country, look and see You died for freedom, just like me" Then, before them all appeared a scene Of rubbled streets and twisted beams Death, destruction, smoke and dust And people working just 'cause they must Hauling ash, lifting stones, Knee deep in hell, but not alone "Look! Blackman, Whiteman, Brownman, YellowmanSide by side helping their fellow man!" So said Martin, as he watched the scene "Even from nightmares, can be born a dream." Down below three firemen raised The colors high into ashen haze The soldiers above had seen it before On Iwo Jima back in '45 The man on sticks studied everything closely Then shared his perceptions on what he saw mostly "I see pain, I see tears, I see sorrow -- but I don't see fear." "You left behind husbands and wives Daughters and sons and so many lives are suffering now because of this wrong But look very closely. You're not really gone. All of those people, even those who've never met you All of their lives, they'll never forget you Don't you see what has happened? Don't you see what you've done? You've brought them together, together as one. With that the man in the stovepipe hat said "Take my hand," and from there he led three thousand plus heroes, Newcomers to heaven On this day, two thousand one, nine eleven Author UNKNOWN What a shame! DON'T KEEP SUCH MEANINGFUL WORDS AND FEELINGS TO YOURSELF. PLEASE PASS THIS ONE ALONG. On this day, please wear red, white and blue to work or school to show your support for those who lost their lives on 9~11~01 and to honor the heroes who worked to save them and the families left behind. At noon your time on September 11, 2006, no matter where you are or what you are doing, stop, put your hand on your heart, and say the Pledge of Allegiance out loud or to yourself and say a prayer for our nation. In addition, for those of us who drive to work, please drive with your headlights on to also give honor and remembrance to those who perished on September 11th. If all of us do this together in every time zone round the world, we will have a powerful chain of thoughts surrounding us. Please keep this going to your friends and family. By September 11, 2006 hopefully enough people will have read this and will join together in unity

On Monday, September 11th, 2006, an American flag should be displayed outside every home, apartment, office, and store in the United States. Every individual should make it their duty to display an American flag on this fifth anniversary of our country's worst tragedy. We do this in honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11, their families, friends and loved ones who continue to endure the pain, and those who today are fighting at home and abroad to preserve our cherished freedoms. In the days, weeks and months following 9/11, our country was bathed in American flags as citizens mourned the incredible losses and stood shoulder-to-shoulder against terrorism. Sadly, those flags have all but disappeared. Our patriotism pulled us through some tough times and it shouldn't take another attack to galvanize us in solidarity. Our American flag is the fabric of our country and together we can prevail over terrorism of all kinds. Action Plan: So, here's what we need you to do... (1) Forward this email to everyone you know (at least 11 people). Please don't be the one to break this chain. Take a moment to think back to how you felt on 9/11 and let those sentiments guide you. (2) Fly an American flag of any size on 9/11. Honestly, Americans should fly the flag year-round, but if you don't, then at least make it a priority on this day. Thank you for your participation. God Bless You and God Bless America!

PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:
PRAY FOR THOSE WHO LOST LOVED ONES 5 YEARS AGO-
WE REMEMBER THOSE WHO WORKED AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTER -
THOSE WHO DIED AT THE PENTAGON and IN THE PENNSYLVANIA FIELD-
MAY WE REMEMBER THOSE HEROES WHO DIED SAVING OTHERS!GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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HEBREWS WALK #29

HEBREWS 2:17
Wherefore in all things, it behooved Him to be made like the brethren, that He might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.

Our God can understand us - He is not a distant being that never comes near to us - in the garden Adam and Eve had perfect fellowship with God - matter of fact God Himself walked with them - in the cool of the day - God was with them and this was going to be forever- until the fall - God had to leave them alone because HE could not be in the presence of sin - I believe this is why satan was cast from heaven - the holiness of God would not allow sin to remain there - God can relate to His creation - He came through Jesus Christ - HE felt the pain we can feel -He was hungry - He was thirsty - He was angry and He was happy- He become a man - but not an adult man - as you know the CHRISTmas story Jesus came as a babe - in a manager of all things -God came near - so that He could see what its like to be human - and while HE was human - He was also fully God - all at the same time! He is our high priest -HE is our savior! He came with one mission in mind - to die for our sins - that's the God we worship and God that was not afraid to get on our level -to see us face to face- While Holy - God came near -and He touched so many lives- worship the ONE TRUE LORD GOD! HE came near!

A side note: God knows what its like to be a man!

Though CHRIST our sins are taken away!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR FRIDAY 9-8-06
GOD SENDING HIS SON IS THE GREATEST MIRACLE OF ALL!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-7-06

IN DEED & TRUTH

1st JOHN 3:18
My little children, let us not love in word,
neither in tongue, But in deed and in truth.


I love the song by the group DcTalk - its called Love is a verb!

When we say we love someone -what do we really mean? I believe the word love has been watered down and now means different things to different people - teenagers and young adults equate love with emotion -feelings- sexual desires- lust - but true love is none of these - but let me say this - love is an emotional thing - God created sex for a man and women - that are MARRIED! This is God's plan not mine - God made it so its good - in the right conditions - but sadly many confuse the feelings of lust with love - What does God say love is? According to the word of God its all about deeds and truth - you can say you love someone all day long - but if you never actually show it - is it really love? Our love should be motivated by God's love for us - Jesus gave us the perfect example of what true love was when He gave HIS life for ours! In 1st John the writer makes a statement about not loving in word and in tongue - but in action -that's why love is a verb - not an emotion - emotions will fade and will let you down - our feelings are not always right! We can love someone and still not "Feel " love - but that does not mean its not love - mature love forsakes our needs for the needs of others - quiet simply if you walk with JESUS and claim to be HIS - you had better love in HIS Power not your own - the world is watching -lets show them the love of God today - Lets not only use words to preach the gospel - lets use action -let's be the WORD! amen!

A side note: GOD IS LOVE

IN CHRIST we can love for real!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 9-7-06
LOOKING FOR LOVE IN THE WRONG PLACE? TURN TO JESUS!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-6-06

HEBREWS WALK #28

HEBREWS 2:16
For verily He took not on Him the nature of angels; but He took on Him the seed of Abraham!

Our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST came as a man to this world- He did not have the nature of angels - He was not just spirit but was actual flesh- the amazing thing is at no other point in time was God in man! In the beginning God made Adam and then Eve - they had perfect fellowship with one another- that was until Eve was tempted by satan as a snake- this would forever change our place in the universe- one wrong move- one wrong choice lead us to our fallen nature- Adam and Even knew the rules and disregarded them when tempted - we can point a finger at them -but if we were in their shoes- most likely we would have done the same thing - sin came into the world and the fellowship with God was broken and things have not been the same since- until JESUS came to set us free by His blood -His life was payment for our souls security - JESUS paid it all - Jesus came to this world to die - He healed while here- He found 12 disciples and He showed them the way -and out of the 11 - God made the church - without JESUS we would have no hope - JESUS came as a man - lived like a man - but lived like no other man in that He was without sin - He was prefect -and HIS death opened up the gates of heaven for us - HIS children! Lets remember JESUS came as a man - He live and then was killed on the cross - He suffered for us - He was buried and then rose again - we now are forever free!PRAISE GOD!

A side note: The only One who could save us was JESUS!
HE lived and died - and rose again -forever sealing our fate - Life everlasting with God! Amen!

Though CHRIST Heaven is open for us!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 9-6-06
TO SEE WHAT WE ARE WORTH - ONE ONLY NEEDS TO SEE JESUS ON THE CROSS!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-5-06

WHERE HELP IS FOUND

PSALM 121:1&2
I will lift up my eyes to the hills, from where my help comes from, My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth!


Lets face it -- life can be hard- sometimes things happen that seem to make no sense- but God will use it all for His glory! Our help does not come from within - but from God Himself- apart from Christ there is no good in any of us - if we rely on ourselves and what we can do - there will be little or no help -but if we look toward the hills to our Savior -then Help will be all around us - God wants us to be successful for His kingdom - He wants us to go to Him for help- He has given us HIS word -and the Holy Spirit to guide us and help us - He has also given us each other - our brothers and sisters and Christ form a network of helpers- all called by God to do HIS will - when we focus on JESUS - the work gets done and done right every time! The main problem we have is our focus -when problems come -we tend to look at them and the view we have of our Father is diminished- our problems seem to grow so large that it seems no help can be found - but if we rest in JESUS our help will be instant - we need to make sure our walk with God is where it needs to be - We can try to get help elsewhere -but no one knows us like Jesus - He knows us better then we know ourselves - if you are in need today - just look up- JESUS is waiting to answer your request the best way possible- God knows best! You can bank on that - Where is your help found? If not in JESUS then its hopeless!

A side note: When we place our lives in our hands - we do not have the help we need- we are all limited but our God is unlimited - HE knows best and wants the best for each of us - won't you depend on HIM and HIM alone to met all your needs? HE knows best!

IN CHRIST we have all the help we need!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 9-5-06
IF YOU NEED HELP - JUST ASK GOD!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-4-06

HEBREWS WALK #27

HEBREWS 2:15
. . . And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.

If you are saved by the blood of JESUS -then satan is your enemy - satan wants to keep us down- keep us in bondage- and when he does we are not useful for God - God wants to free us from the bondage we are under- He wants us to be as lights on the hill of a city shining bright! The fear of death keeps many in bondage- and while there are a multitude of questions about here-ever after - We should not be in bondage to it - lets face it -we will all physically die - unless JESUS comes back before then - Jesus came and died on the cross -was buried and then rose again to give us victory over death -sin and hell - though one day we will go into the ground - When JESUS sets you free- you are free indeed - we cannot serve God while in bondage- we must be set free first -and then we can be used by God -the things in your life and my life that weigh us down must be taken way by JESUS - when JESUS came into our hearts- freedom and victory came with it - JESUS paid it all -we need HIM - I find it awesome when God answers specific prayers - He is always faithful and always knows what the best response is - we no longer need to fear tomorrow or death- it will come to all of us sooner or later -lets continue to trust in JESUS and put it all on HIM - He cares for us -always - He knows us better then we know ourselves - if you want victory - you need JESUS! Jesus has come to free us -if you are in the SON you are free indeed - free indeed!

A side note: One drop of blood was all it took to free us from the bondage of sin and death- JESUS took it all away! PRAISE THE LORD! AMEN!

Though CHRIST we are free indeed!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR MONDAY 9-4-06
NO MATTER WHAT THE CIRCUMSTANCES SAY - GOD WILL BRING US VICTORY!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 9-1-06

NIGHT & DAY

PSALM 42:8
Yet the LORD will command His lovingkindness in the daytime and in the night His song shall be with me, and my prayer
unto the God of my life!


With GOD anytime is the best time - He is everywhere - HE can be with us here and be with our loved ones who are away from home - HE is with us always -rather night or day - it matters not -God will always be with us - HE has promised never to leave nor forsake us - even during times of trial - God will continue to be with us -forever- there will never be a time when God is not there to help us - He is an ever-present help in time of need- the word says that during the day - His lovingkindness surrounds us and at night His song keeps us safe!

Sometimes in this life you will go through the darkness and at other times all you can see is the light - but no matter -God is with us and will never leave us - no matter what the circumstances look like -no matter what others might say - no matter how grim the news may be - God is with us - the battle rages on against terrorism - the cost of living is rising - innocent children are being abused - this is an evil world - but God is with us - there is no circumstance too bad for our God - HE is right here with us - rather night or day - you can depend on God - people will let you down - but HE never will - you can trust in GOD - today - tomorrow and forever- there is no time that HE will not be with us!

A side note: There is no place you can go and not be in the presence of the LORD - He is all around us -surrouding us - and leading us in the way that is best- Trust in the LORD today and tonight!

IN CHRIST we have HIS presence always!

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C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Pray for un-sponcered children- thank you
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR FRIDAY 9-1-06
WHEN JESUS WENT HOME - HE LEFT PART OF HIMSELF WITH US!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-31-06

HEBREWS WALK #26

HEBREWS 2:14
Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of the flesh and blood, He also Himself likewise took part of the same; that though death He might destroy him that had power over death, that is, the devil.

JESUS came to this world with the sole mission of saving the souls of man! Satan who once was a great angel of God, lost his postion when he wanted to take God's place- his charge was blasphemy like none other and he was cast from heaven- thereby becoming God's chief nemisis- and his mission has been to kill -steal and destory - just one look at the newspaper or the evening news one can see that satan is alive and well. He will never stop until the day God says no more and sends him forever to the lake of fire- until that day we must battle this evil one - JESUS came and took our place- His death brought us life- out of HIS pain -comes our salvation - all of us come into this world by flesh and blood -but that's not the full story - we are much more then just mere flesh and blood -but are spiritual beings - God sent HIS son to this world to save us - He had to come in the flesh in order to take away death's sting - sure satan wants to kill you -he wants to destroy our faith - he wants to take away all hope - but there is one thing he cannot do - PRAISE GOD - he cannot take away what God has done though HIS SON! JESUS took our death away forever- so we no longer need to fear it - but acknowledge that our GOD even rules over death! Praise HIM today - THANK YOU JESUS!

A side note: We need not fear those who can take away our earthly tents - our bodies- but GOD we need to fear -HE can take it all away - we must be known by HIM to enter HIS kingdom - its HIS WAY or no way - Death has lost its sting -its swollowed up in Victroy!

Though CHRIST we have eternal life!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 8-31-06
DEATH IS NO LONGER OUR ENEMY! JESUS WON VICTORY OVER IT!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-30-06

THE PATHWAY

PROVERBS 3:5&6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding- acknowledge HIM in all your ways and
He shall direct your paths!

We all get one life to live- we get one shot at this life- God in His wisdom gave us this world to dwell in - but this is just a dress rehearsal for eternity- it takes only moments to realize we are all just passing through this life- just the other day I read about a lady who passed away at 116 years old - the best we can hope for is a long life of 80 - 90 years- in the outside we could live to be 100 - but the odds are against that- and God has a specific time for us to leave this place- its already set- we will leave this place some day soon- only God knows for sure when - I said all that to say that we must live each day -each moment as if it were our last- we really do not have time to hold grudges or live life in anger or fear- and to live it to the fullest we must live it for JESUS - and HIM alone - We cannot lean on our own understanding -we can only lean on JESUS - HE is the only one who knows us fully -HE knows us better then we do! He has a pathway for each of our lives- we can choice to follow or we can run away -either way HIS way will be done! He has given us a free-will - He did not make us robots who He programmed to obey and love Him - who needs that? God knows what's in the heart of man - and He knows apart from Him there is nothing good there- it all boils down to sin and what it has done to HIS creation - Sin is anything we do that is not according to God's will for our lives- which pathway will you follow? Your way or HIS? We can live apart from God but the joy will be gone and our relationship with HIM will suffer from the neglect -lets choose to follow JESUS every step of the way!

A side note: When we begin our day -we take a step - are we going to be stepping closer to JESUS or futher away? Lets watch our steps!

With CHRIST we will walk the right pathway!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Wednesday 30 Pray for 13-year-old Eyerusalem Wudineh in Ethiopia. A brain tumor is affecting her vision and she must have surgery.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 8-30-06
GOD'S WORD IS THE COMPASS THAT LEADS US IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-29-06

HEBREWS WALK #25

HEBREWS 2:13
. . . And again I will put my trust in Him. And again, Behold I and the children which God has given me . . .

In today's world there are many things that people put their trust in. Many put their trust in what their hands can do -what they can earn on their own- without taking into account what God has done in their lives- God is our provider not our employer- I learned a hard lesson some time again- that I was putting my trust in what I could do instead of what God could do for me- I often said time and time again that I needed my job - but God really showed me that it all can be taken away in a heartbeat- I began to loosen my grip on my job and things got better- not that the circumstances improved -but I had a peace- that is where we need to arrive at - I have to admit there are still other areas that I have not surrendered to control back to God in - I am not proud of it - but I am seeing that life is a process - God is not yet done with us - HIS goal is to make us more and more like HIS SON! Many times we must go through some very trying times to show us were our dependence is on - when its on God and HIM alone - we are at peace- perfect peace- it when we fight against God and try to do things our way and not HIS way! Like it or not - His way is always the best way! Lets surrender everything to JESUS and let HIM have HIS way in our lives- after all - He paid for them in HIS blood - the Savior died for us - He opened up heaven for us -He deserves complete and total control over our lives! Give it to HIM!

A side note: One problem all of us have is wanting to be in control - we have been told since children that you should have things your way and if you don't -then something is wrong -why not give it all back to GOD - it all belongs to HIM anyway! He is our provider and HE will take care of us! amen!

Though CHRIST we see the right way to live!

LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUEDAY 8-29-06

GOD IS OUR PILOT - IF HE IS JUST YOUR CO-PILOT- CHANGE SEATS!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-23-06

HEBREWS WALK #24

HEBREWS 2:12
Saying, I will declare Your name unto the brethren, in the midst of the church will I praise unto You!


What will people say about our lives when we are gone? What kind of legacy are we going to leave behind - the loss of my grandfather and the loss of a good friend earlier this year have put things in perspective- none of us will live here forever- its just a matter of time - we are not here for long - and God has used it to show me that life here is fleeting -we must do all we do for the glory of God or it will not last -we can be famous - make a grand work of art- sing a song -make lots of money and sill never leave a legacy - each day we live is one day closer to our homecoming -we are leaving this place- some sooner then others- and only God knows the day and the hour - we must be diligent in leaving our mark for Christ- we should always be about our Father's business -and JESUS is our example - I don't really like to talk about death -but not talking about it does not make it go away - Sin cased a shadow on our relationship with God -so much so -Jesus Christ had to come and die for us - HE had to lay down HIS life for ours- He opened for us eternal life - my mind is caught on the shortness of life- what are we doing with God has given is - ive learned Ive been too upset about things that really don't matter -when we are gone -what will people see- will they see Christ or our failures- our lives belong to HIM now and our lives should daily praise HIM - our lives are an example to the world how JESUS is - lets live out loud for JESUS and pack our bags- one day we will go home! What a glorious day that will be! Amen!

A side note: we have a short time in which to live on this earth -we do not have time to waste- lets follow the lead of JESUS and love everyone - and pot aside minor differences! Praise the LORD with your life!

Though CHRIST our last day on earth is not the last day for us!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Wednesday 23 Ten-year-old Vishnu in India is grieving over his father's recent death. Pray for God's provision for the family as they struggle.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 8-23-06
Yesteray is gone - tomorrow is not her yet- lets live today - its the present from God - amen!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-21-06

HEBREWS WALK #23

HEBREWS 2:11
. . . For both He that sanctified and they who are
sanctified are all one: for which cause He is not
ashamed to call them brethren!

The GOD of all creation is not ashamed to call us HIS children! JESUS came and died for us- forever sanctifying us with Himself- so all who have come to know HIM are one - we have much more in common with each other then we might think -sure some of us have more money then others- a bigger house -maybe more kids then others have -but in CHRIST we are all the same - When JESUS came to die for us -HE did so with each of us in mind - He saw all of us - all of our sins and allowed it to be placed on Himself! God has called us into His kingdom - and desires that we grow and mature and become more and more like HIS Son! Our mission since coming to know Christ is to surrender all aspects of our lives to HIM - apart from HIM we can do nothing (John 15:5) But with CHRIST we can do all things (Phillipians 4:19) We who are saved are now apart of the family of God - like everyone else-we failed to see our need for a savior - we felt like outsiders and had a longing to belong with whoever would take us in! Only JESUS can save anyone- we do not make it to heaven by our deeds -but by the blood of the Lamb - JESUS could have walked away - and our souls would be lost forever- HE loved us so much HE took to the road ahead of Him that ended in death -but brought us life!

A side note: Jesus died for us while we were still caught in sin -HE is the only way out - He is not ashamed to call us HIS own! He paid a dear price for us- but would do again to save you! JESUS took our place- HE died and set us free forever! Amen!

Though CHRIST we became God's children!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Monday 21 Ten-year-old Maria Benita Ancuash in Ecuador was brought from the jungle to a hospital in Quito with serious health issues. Doctors recommend a kidney transplant and she needs prayer.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR MONDAY 8-21-06
HIS LIFE FOR OUR SIN - HIS DEATH FOR OUR LIVES!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-18-06

But God!

ACTS 13:29-30
and when they had fulfilled all that was written of Him (JESUS), they took Him down from the tree, and laid Him in a sepulcher.
But God raised Him from the dead: . . .


These two words say it all - But God! That's all that is needed to be said - we were in sin -dead and heading to hell -but God sent HIS SON to this world to shed His blood to save us - we were lost without hope -but God gave us grace- you see no matter what has happened in your life- God can change it all around in a moment- He will allow what HE allows for HIS purpose- you can be assured whatever you are going though God has allowed it - HE is in control and knows what each of need - Jesus was murdered on a tree (cross) for our sins - and when all was fulfilled of the prophecy - They laid HIM in a tomb -and that was the end - or so they thought - until three days later JESUS rose again - and HE did not do so quietly -but was seen by 500 or more people - He had beaten death and the grave for us! Remember GOD always has the last word in any circumstance- you may have a lot going wrong in your life right now- maybe you cannot even seem to keep the bills paid - the animals walked or the kids taught - we do live in a sin-filled world were selfish people live - people who want what they want when they want it - Life can really drag you down - but its so great to remember that JESUS loves us -that HE died for us - that HE gave us all we really need - Himself - so if you are consumed by this world -if life has your down - God can turn it around - when all goes wrong - wait - God will come though - ive seen it time and time again -God is faithful and true- He will never leave nor forsake us - this is good news-
If you are down - say but God! And keep on keeping on - the race set before us - We praise the LORD!


A side note: It seemed hopeless for Job -and for Joseph -our Lord also suffered - and it seemed all hope was gone - JESUS walked the earth and was always loving -always healing -always living for HIS FATHER - but to see HIM die on a cross and be put in the grave- made it seem all hope was gone - Friday night He suffered and died - but come Sunday He rose again- and everything changed -Sin lost its hold on us -we are now free in CHRIST! PRAISE THE LORD!

With CHRIST the end is already settled!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Friday 18 Pray for six-year-old Juli and Mahabur in Bangladesh who suffer from various health problems.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR FRIDAY 8-18-06
GOD IS STRONG ENOUGH TO HOLD US! ALLOW HIM TO!

THE BLUEPRINT FOR 8-17-06

HEBREWS WALK #22

HEBREWS 2:10
For it became HIM, for whom are all things, and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the Captain of their salivation perfect though sufferings.


We have all heard that JESUS died for us - We may have even seen many movies portray His sufferings- sometimes we hear it or see if so much it loses its meaning - this should not be so - what JESUS did for us was amazing -when we look at the cross we must realize that should be us up there- for He did for our sins - not HIS own - because of course JESUS never sinned! He is the perfect son of God! He came willingly to die for sins HE did not commit! To see Him handing there - makes us wonder how could GOD allow this to happen to HIS son? It just does not seem fair at all that the LAMB had to be slain - but this was GOD'S plan and God knows what HE is doing! He who made the stars in the sky -and everything else - came to earth to die like a criminal - yet not guitly of any sin Himself ! The cross shows us suffering in a large scale - it was a gruesome death -not a quick painless one either -JESUS suffered and died -for us! He made a way for us -HE became the bridge that brings us to God - While God used suffering to save us - HE will also use it in our lives as well -just because you have it bad - or things are going all wrong -does not mean you are apart from God -the very sufferings you are going though have a purpose in God's plan - His goal is to make us perfect - complete -mature - not lacking anything - and HE will use everything and anything to make it come to pass! JESUS suffered and died for us - and He has called us to take up our cross and follow - lets be followers of CHRIST that follow HIM anywhere HE goes!


A side note: To many who saw JESUS die on the cross - it seemed a total defeat- but the view from Heaven was much different - Jesus said it was finsished -HE had paid the price -and was the victor!
JESUS died to pay the price in full - and its paid!

With CHRIST HIS death brings us real life!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Thursday 17 Pray for Pratima Mangar in East India who suffers from headaches, nausea and fainting. The child needs the correct diagnosis and treatment.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 8-17-06
JESUS DIED SO OUR SINS COULD BE FORGIVEN!

DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-16-06

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-16-06

TEARLESS

REVELATION 7:17
For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne, shall feed them, and shall lead them unto the living fountains of waters: and He shall wipe away all tears from their eyes!


The Word has great news for everyone who trust JESUS as their Savior - what awaits us is awesome -this life we live right now is not going to last forever- no matter how good or bad our lives may seem -we are not here for long -we are all just passing though - JESUS has promised us Paradise with Him - one day when we leave this place behind -we are going to our actual Home with God forever- as I have said before the mind cannot even think of what it will be like - it will be totally different from the lives we now live and hear about on the news- Jesus will one day wipe all our tears away - the struggles of this life will be no more- when we go Home! One day God is going to close this world up like someone closes up a shop - but in HIS case - this world will be gone but the new world that is as God had intended this world -will be our final resting place- all the injustice of today -and the hate will be no more-
As we pass though this life -we must look to heaven -we must send our treasures there -for our heart will follow - its not important what we had in this life- how long we lived -how much money we had - one day none of that will matter- its our destination that matters most! I have longed to do some work with a band - I like to write songs -lyrics at least -and Ive got a name of a band that God gave me - its called Destination Heaven- and the first song could be look up! I say all this to say that where we are going is more important then where we have been - one day we will die -and leave these bodies -it will happen - but its great news to know that God Himself will wipe away our tears -and if you have lived a long time or a short time- there have been times of
tears in all our lives - When JESUS was here HE even wept!
But those tears will be dried up when JESUS takes us home!
Oh what a glorious day that will be - amen!

A side note: Eric Clapton wrote a song about his son who died - his song was named Tears in Heaven- and he sang that in heaven there will be no more tears- they will no longer be needed- we will be with GOD and all our needs will be met completely by HIM - we will be in heaven one day! amen!

With CHRIST our tears will one day be wiped away!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:
WE PRAISE THE LORD-
my sister Liz and her husband Jay celebrate 3 years of marriage today!CONGRADS TO THEM! Daniel<><

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Wednesday 16 Pray for the three families in Indonesia who lost children in the recent earthquake. They need God's continued comfort and strength.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 8-16-06
WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN -WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY THAT WILL BE!
WHEN WE ALL SEE JESUS - WE WILL SHOUT AND SING IN VICTORY!

8-15-06 DAILY BLUEPRINT

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-15-06

HEBREWS WALK #21

HEBREWS 2:9
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower then the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with
glory and honor; that He by the grace of God
should taste death for every man.

When JESUS died on the cross -He did so alone- even God the Father had to turn HIS back on the Son - at no other time in eternity had this happened before -it is fixed in time as the ultimate death experience- Jesus died - He tasted the death we deserve - He paid the price in full -and said it was finished - the cost has been covered! Jesus was made just a little lower then the angels -so that HE could die like we do - in the flesh- and He willingly gave up HIS life for you and me - He did this willingly - no one chained Him without God allowing it - no one could lay a hand on JESUS without God's permission! When JESUS died - HE died once for all - He did not have to die repeatedly like the sacrifices of old - ONCE WAS ENOUGH! We have though the grace of GOD purchased on the cross - peace with GOD! The blood of the Lamb has cleansed us from ALL unrighteousness - our sins placed JESUS on the Cross -but HIS love for us- kept HIM there- several times during HIS crucifixion - JESUS reminded those who nailed Him down - and those who hurled insults at HIM that HE could command Angels to come to HIS aid - with one word JESUS could have stopped it all - but HE continued on -the pain was no match for HIS love for us - Yes JESUS suffered for our sin - He made a way to GOD though HIMSELF -
We worship the MIGHTY GOD - the ONE who Gave HIS ONLY SON -so that we would live and never have to die - we remain alive always in CHRIST - The glory of GOD is found totally and completely in JESUS!

A side note: Apart from GOD there is no hope - we cannot be saved without HIS grace - HIS SON paid the price for us - lets celebrate JESUS CHRIST today - HE willingly laid down HIS life -and died -so we could live and then rose again the third day -so we could see the power of GOD - JESUS came to die - HE lived to die - when we die to self -we live though HIM!

With CHRIST death has lost all its sting!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:

Pray for Sister Lynn- I heard from her daughter who just had a baby - that she fell while at the hospital and was sent to the ER - please pray for her -thanks!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Tuesday 15 The mother of seven-year-old Briggitte in Peru was injured almost two years ago and still suffers from the injuries. She is in rehabilitation and needs prayer for a quick recovery.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 8-15-06
JESUS DIED SO WE COULD LIVE -WE LIVE BECAUSE HE DIED!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-14-06

HEART STRENGTH

PSALM 31:24
Be of good courage, and HE shall strenghten your heart,
all you that hope in the LORD!

In our physical bodies as strong heart is a really great thing to have - the only problem is that heart will one day pass away- God wants to bring strength to the heart that stays forever -our heart as in this verse is our soul - our being - who we actually are - HE wants to strengthen our hearts so that they will become hearts that are sold out to HIM!

Sometimes God must allow pain to cause our heart to grow stronger- while going though such times many of us question God -we begin to wonder if HE is going to be coming to our aid- we begin to doubt HIS ability to keep us in HIS hands - we fret -we worry and we think all this will cause our heart to grow- but the only that will is our faith and trust in JESUS! When He came into our hearts -our old heart was removed and a brand new heart was put in it's place- its one of rebirth - We must be a good courage- to believe GOD is going to do what HE says HE will do - He will come though -we must believe HIM even when it seems like such a far fetched thing - GOD will come though at just the right time always! HE wants our hearts to beat for HIM and HE will bring us to this point HIS way - in HIS time - We must submit to HIM and allow HIM to have HIS way in our lives - there by our hearts will be strengthened for HIM - Allow GOD to change your heart today -come to know HIM and the rebirth HE offers -if you have any questions on how to begin a personal life changing relationship with JESUS CHRIST please email me -and I will pray with you - Let God change your heart strength today!

A side note: when we are born we have a heart - and than when we are born again -we get a brand new one - one that only wants to please God - lets ask for this kind of heart today!

With CHRIST our heart is forever replaced! Amen!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:
Please pray for my step mom - Sande -her results of the biospy will be in this Thursday - pray for agood result! Amen!
Please pray for Amber - she lost her new-born baby at birth - this is Anthony H's daughter -he attends church with me and Missy -pray for this whole family -thank you!

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Monday 14 Pray for nine-year-old Eline Elia Siyao in Tanzania as she grieves the loss of her mother.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR MONDAY 8-14-06
WHO DOES YOUR HEART BEAT FOR?

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT for 8-11-06

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-11-06

HEBREWS WALK #20

HEBREWS 2:8
You have put all things in subjection under His feet. For in that He put all in subjection under Him, He left nothing
That is not put under Him. But now we see
Not yet all things put under Him!

Today's verse is another reminder that God is in full and complete control - everything that happens to us - in our lives - has a purpose- He has allowed what HE has allowed so HIS will made be done- You just never know what God has planned for you - Paul says that God placed everything under the authority of JESUS our Savior - but also points out that we have not seen this yet- right now we still have a choice to worship Him or not - we can walk away and do our own thing or we can walk intimately with Jesus - one day however when all things are fully under HIS feet- the choice will be no one - we will have to worship Him - and its so much better to do that now -and then later -then not do it now and then have to later - what a sad day it will be when all bow down to HIM and HE judges the wicked deeds we have done - for GOD to say - you are going away from ME forever- I never knew you - what a sad day when that person has had chances to come to JESUS fully - but never did so in this life - one day every knee will bow before JESUS!

We know that GOD has plans for each of us - and HE allows many things to happen in each of our lives- all which brings about HIS glory and HIS will in our lives -the people we cross paths with in this life are not chance meetings- no! God has set it up for us - He has made a way for us - one great example is my friend Marlene - ive not heard from her in maybe 3 years - but tonight she imed me - we talked at length - and caught up on what's going on in each of our lives- our meeting well only online - had a purpose -she was able to encourage me and I could do the same for her- God set that up - He made that happen - He brought me my wonderful wife- such a loving and humble person- who loves JESUS and loves others -she is a great example to me - God had all this planned before I was even born - He does the same in your life as well- if you are discouraged right now - remember that one day -very soon- JESUS will return and take us home - one day very soon! God has plans for your life - why not seek HIS face and remember all things are under HIS feet!

A side note: there is nothing in our lives that GOD did not allow to be there -allow HIM to have HIS way with you today!
your life will change if you do this! amen!

With CHRIST we have freedom!

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Need Exersise? PRAY FOR RAIN!Meridanville, Alabama
C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Friday 11 Pray for Sam Daniel in India. He has arthritis and suffers in the cold climate where he lives.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR FRIDAY 8-11-06
JESUS - THE SON OF GOD - IS IN COMPLETE CONTROL!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-10-06

HE WILL ENDURE!

PSALM 102:12
But You, Lord, shall endure forever and Your
Remembrance unto all generations!


Lately God has been showing me how HIS track record is unmatched - no one else is great as our GOD - He always comes though - HIS will always gets done - no one can take away from you what GOD wants you to do - HE is our strong tower - our protector - and HE will endure forever -God will never tire - HE will always endure - He will not come to a point when HE wants to give up - HE always strives in our lives -HE has a goal in mind for each of us - and HE wants to see us though - its not a matter of if HE will - more a matter of when - God knows just the right time - HE knows what we have need of before we ask!

Just last night on my way home from work - I got a lesson in Life 101!
We are very short on rain fall this year - this summer has been very dry and hot - no rain has really fallen often this summer at my house - well on the way home I began to see the road being wet and I leaped for joy - thinking the same result was to be found at my house -but when I got home I found that not even a drop of rain had fallen - this discouraged me - and God just bought to my attention that HE knows best- even when humanly it makes no sense- HE will come though - God also reminded me of places in this world that have not had any rainfall in years!
talk about dry! Our human nature fails every time - we get fooled into thinking we know best -the truth is GOD always knows best -and HE said HE would never leave nor forsake us -who else could promise that? No matter what happens in our lives - GOD will be there - HE will endure!
Praise HIM for HIS endurance!


A side note: Our minds cannot fathom what forever is - most of us have been on this earth less then 80 years - and those that have - don't even get what forever is - our view is limited- but not God's - HE sees all and knows all -and will never fail- He and His love endure forever! amen!

With CHRIST we have VICTORY!

PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:
Please pray for my step mom - Sande -she has a Biopsy on August 11th -
pray that goes well and she is cancer free! God bless you all - Daniel<><

PRAISE YE THE LORD! My dad was found NOT to have any active cancer in his body - this is an answer to our prayers -THANK YOU LORD JESUS!!!! Daniel<><


C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Thursday 10 Pray for the safety of children in Guatemala who live near areas that flood during heavy rains.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 8-10-06
GOD HAS ALWAYS BEEN AND ALWAYS WILL BE!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-9-06

HEBREWS WALK #19

HEBREWS 2:7
You have made Him a little lower then the angels, You have crowned Him with glory and honor, and did set Him over the works of Your hands. . .

When God sent HIS only SON Into this world -it was to save sinners from certain death -not just a physical death -but a total -spiritual death -a death that is nothing less then torment -forever apart from God - we need to be thankful JESUS came to this world to save sinners like us!

When God sent HIS SON - He made HIM a little lower then the angels -for the first time -the Angels were in Heaven and JESUS was in the flesh- this juxtaposition must have been strange - God in man? The angels must have shaken their heads - or better yet -gasped at what they heard and saw - and when JESUS went to the cross - legions of angels where waiting for HIS call to come down and rescue HIM from the cross -but there would be no rescue -JESUS came from Heaven to Earth to go all the way to the cross and beyond - While JESUS was for the first time in man - it was strange to see the Son of Man dying - to suffering pain -many thought what kind of Savior is this - the one we all needed to be right with GOD - While on Earth JESUS had full power to do anything -but He limited HIS power so HE could save us - this all is so amazing and our minds cannot even get all the way around this - what an awesome GOD we serve - a GOD who has saved us from death!
Praise GOD!

A side note: JESUS - while GOD in man - had unlimited power to do anything -but HE surrendered all that power in order to die for us -
While many saw defeat on Calvary - God saw Victory - HIS perfect life for our sinfilled lives- what a trade -like none in all of history!
JESUS DIED SO WE COULD LIVE!

With CHRIST we have VICTORY in HIS blood!!!!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:

Pray for Sande- My Step-mom -she has a biopsy on Friday Aug 11th-
thanks! Daniel
Hear Wess Stafford present Compassion on
Focus on the Family with Dr. James Dobson!
here is the press release:
Focus on the Family will feature a two-part interview with Wess Stafford, president of Compassion International. Tune in to hear Dr. Stafford’s inspirational story of growing up as the child of missionaries on Africa’s Ivory Coast, uniquely equipped as a child to one day be a leader in child advocacy.
If you have been looking for a way to tell your family and friends about your ministry through Compassion, this would be the perfect interview for them to hear. Not only is Dr. Stafford’s story about his childhood inspirational, but his passion for child advocacy is incredibly motivating to those seeking a way to release children from poverty.
to see where this will be broadcast in your area please visit the following website - thank you!https://www.compassion.com/sponsordonor/default.htm?referer=60321GenAnnouncements

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"When looking for faults, use a mirror instead of a micoscope"Huntsville, Alabama
C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Wednesday 9 Pray for God's guidance in the preparations for opening two new projects in Indonesia
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 8-9-06
JESUS WAS BORN - HE GREW - HE DIED - HE ROSE AGAIN - HE REIGNS!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-8-06

HE WILL HOLD YOU!

NAHUM 1:7
The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble;
and He knows them that trust in Him!


Jesus warned His followers many times that in this life they would have trouble - this is not our home -many of us act like it is - I for one have done that in a number of ways -when I care too much for the stuff of this life and not enough about the people in my life- there is something wrong -we must set aside our needs and obey God at all times - This life can eat you up and spit you out - we live in a sin-filled -evil world- why do we not expect to be hated for the name of JESUS - Ive been reading about the persecuted church around the world - its a sad commentary but a the same time -these people who have laid down lives considered it Joy - just like Paul said - they don't want to have the persecution removed - they just need brothers and sisters standing strong in prayer for them - when the trouble comes - God is our strong tower and our stronghold - HE will hold you - when times are rough -HE will hold you -when you have no idea what to do or where to go - He will hold you - and there is nothing like being in His arms - His arms are big enough to give us all HIS love -The arms of JESUS stretched out on the cross is the picture of God's ultimate love for His creation - When trouble comes -God will hold you - He must be the first one we run to when calamity strikes - but unfortunately many go to Him as a last ditched effort - where is your trust? HE knows them that trust Him and others will see if what we confess is really the truth - trouble will come in this life -sooner or later -we all have to face some big opsticals - but the good news is GOD is big enough to handle any problem we may be having -He is faithful and true and His track record is flawless - lets trust in the LORD our GOD and allow HIM to hold us!
In HIS arms I will remain -Daniel<><

A side note: A life that trusts in JESUS is a life that can change others- JESUS gave HIS life for us - He did not just say HE loved us - He showed us - and give up everything to save us! Praise HIM!

With CHRIST we are held in God's Mighty Hands!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T

Tuesday 8 Eleven-year-old A. Gulbushan Singh in India needs prayer as he recovers from a fractured shoulder suffered in an accident.

On August 7 and 8, Focus on the Family will feature a two-part interview with Wess Stafford, president of Compassion International. Tune in to hear Dr. Stafford’s inspirational story of growing up as the child of missionaries on Africa’s Ivory Coast, uniquely equipped as a child to one day be a leader in child advocacy.
If you have been looking for a way to tell your family and friends about your ministry through Compassion, this would be the perfect interview for them to hear. Not only is Dr. Stafford’s story about his childhood inspirational, but his passion for child advocacy is incredibly motivating to those seeking a way to release children from poverty.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 8-8-06
WHERE OUR LIVES ARE PLANTED IS EITHER SOLID ROCK OR SINKING SAND

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-4-06

HEBREWS WALK #18

HEBREWS 2:6
But one in a certain place testified, saying- "What is man that you are mindful of him? or the Son of man, that you visited Him?"


You may think that you can do what you want and never have to face the music - you may think you can live in the vacuum where what you do does not matter nor does it effect those around you - the truth is we are important to God -all of us - none more important then the other -human beings however love to rate things -to determine which is better- whole ad campaigns focus on this fact - giving you more of a reason to by theirs as opposed to buying the other guys product - The angels are important and asked God a neat question -almost as to say - why pay attention to those humans - and of course satan would ask why help those who will just turn on you - but thankfully JESUS did not listen to such idle talk -but instead went to the cross fully knowing what we would do with what we have been given - God is mindful of us - HE wants us to be just like HIS Son -that is HIS goal for our lives -He accomplishes this in many ways - through HIS WORD - and though others -God can use anyone and anything to cause HIS will to come to past - and at the same time allow us the free will to obey HIM and follow or ignore HIM and walk away - HE has given all of us a choice to follow or walk away - He is perfect and cannot even be in the presence of sin -that's why HE came as JESUS so HE could save the world - God has HIS eyes on us - He is mindful of us - we are important to GOD - We matter to HIM - lets remember that God's gaze is on us always - HE said HE would never leave us! You can guarantee that! amen!

A side note: Jesus did not create us and then walk away - HE IS WITH US TODAY - HE said HE would always be there - Heaven and Earth could pass away - and HE would still be there! AMEN!

With CHRIST our lives belong to GOD!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:

Pray for Sande- My Step-mom -she has a biopsy on Friday Aug 11th-
thanks! Daniel
Today and tomorrow - hear Wess Stafford present Compassion on Focus on the Family with Dr. James Dobson!
here is the press release:
Focus on the Family will feature a two-part interview with Wess Stafford, president of Compassion International. Tune in to hear Dr. Stafford’s inspirational story of growing up as the child of missionaries on Africa’s Ivory Coast, uniquely equipped as a child to one day be a leader in child advocacy.
If you have been looking for a way to tell your family and friends about your ministry through Compassion, this would be the perfect interview for them to hear. Not only is Dr. Stafford’s story about his childhood inspirational, but his passion for child advocacy is incredibly motivating to those seeking a way to release children from poverty.
to see where this will be broadcast in your area please visit the following website - thank you!https://www.compassion.com/sponsordonor/default.htm?referer=60321GenAnnouncements

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Sin is Expensive.
Who is paying for yours?
Glasgow, Ky

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Monday 7 Pray for two children in the Philippines, Jay Mark Paniergo and Abegail Escander, who were hospitalized with internal problems. They need good health.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR MONDAY 8-7-06
WE ARE HERE FOR A REASON - JESUS SHOWED US THE WAY!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-5-06

HIS LIFE

ACTS 20:24
. . . But none of these things move (affect) me, neither count I my life dear to myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus,
to testify the gospel of the grace of God!


One problem I face -like many of you do -is wanting my way - We had planned to go to Atlanta this weekend -however those plans fell through in the last minutes - my wife was sick and her car -which we had planned to drive had break problems- and getting our big dog in my little SUV is no fun at all - so we decided to stay home - I have to admit I had my heart set on seeing my folks and being on the open road - but that is not going to happen now - I had some issues with this and expressed those to no avail - its was not in GOD'S for us to go this weekend- maybe I am making a big to do about nothing - but it illustrated a very true point -we are selfish human beings- we want what we want when we want it -and today's world even goes as far to say we deserve it -its almost if a life that is totally smooth sailing -is what we all want - we want just enough JESUS to save us - but not enough to convict us and change us -
these are harsh words and this is a harsh truth - that there is nothing good in us except for the Holy Spirit - another problem is so many of us are living life out of our flesh -and not the spirit - I am one to talk - Its so easy and even natural to live life for ourselves- we have been taught since very young -that its all about us - but the truth is its not - we must never allow the things - events or ways of this life get in the way of our relationship with Jesus Christ -we all seem to have our own agenda - When it should be CHRIST and HIM crucified that defines us - have we gotten lost in the hustle and bustle of this life? We must allow HIS LIFE to live within ours - we are always HIS - no matter where we are -we can be in church and be further from JESUS then when we are in our cars driving down the road -its not the place- its the heart- lets remember we belong to JESUS and its HIS Life that lives within our life!


A side note: Who or what do we live for? If its anyone other than JESUS CHRIST - we need to reexamine our lives!

With CHRIST HIS LIFE lives within ours!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:
Please pray for my step mom - Sande -she has a Biopsy on August 11th -
pray that goes well and she is cancer free! God bless you all - Daniel<><

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Life without direction is like a Rocking Chair -
it moves but does not go anywhere!
-unknown location
C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Saturday 5 Pray for the children who live around Mt. Merapi in Indonesia. The area is unstable after the recent volcanic eruption.

Prayer partners,
I recently read this quote: The miraculous is not extraordinary but the common mode of existence. It is our daily bread. Whoever really has considered the lilies of the field or the birds of the air and pondered the improbability of their existence in this warm world within the cold and empty stellar distances will hardly balk at the turning of water into wine — which was, after all, a very small miracle. We forget the greater and still continuing miracle by which water (with soil and sunlight) is turned into grapes.- Wendell Berry
Along with the everyday multiplying of fishes in all the seas of the world and the process that God created, but in which He deigns to use us, which turns grain into bread are other examples of the miraculous occurring in our common existence. Often we miss God in our lives because we are looking for something extraordinary or because that which should amaze us is too ordinary since we see it every day. It is easy to see God when Jesus reaches out his hand and a dead child comes to life, but be sure not to miss God at work and the miracle that happens when you reach out your “hand” through your ministry and a child somewhere in the world comes to life.
Please lift up these prayer and praises:
--Praise God for a very successful conference last week. It was a great blessing!
--Start praying now the opportunity to attend next year’s National Conference. It will be held August 1-4, 2007 in Lake George, NY.
--Thank you for praying for the last minute Compassion Sunday event at University Baptist Church in FL where 400 child packets were on hand last weekend. Praise God that all 400 packets were taken and join us in praying for the services this weekend where they will have 250 more child packets on hand!
--Pray for the events at Hope Presbyterian Church in Memphis this weekend. Compassion graduate George Jowi of Kenya will be there to speak during a concert Friday night and in their 4 weekend services! Over 200 child packets will be on hand and advocates Greg and Karen Spencer along with Barry Lem will be heading up the efforts there.
Blessings!
Doug
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR SATURDAY 8-5-06
WE ARE NOT TO LIVE FOR OURSELVES BUT IN CHRIST FOR HIM!

DAILY BLUEPRINT 8-2-06 WEDNESDAY

HEBREWS WALK #17

HEBREWS 2:5
For unto to the angels has he not put into subjection the world to come, whereof we speak. . .


Paul again is comparing the supremeness of JESUS to the angels - God made the angels but JESUS has always been - and in the world to come -the angels will no longer have the same function - right now they are God's messengers -and protectors of His people - Many times in this life I have experienced some unexplainable things - many involved near accidents - last Sunday I nearly had an accident -but I know the hand of GOD stopped my truck - that's the only explanation -because trucks don't stop like mine did - and there was no collision - let's face it -we live in a sin-filled world -and anything can happen to anyone - and last night as I mowed my yard -I hit a hole and nearly flew off my tractor - again God protected me - I believe He uses His angels to watch over us - but as great as the angels are - JESUS is far better- for JESUS is the only one who could save us - He was the only one to step out of heaven to come to earth with the purpose of taking on human flesh and dying for our sins - the Angels have always been and will forever always be spiritual beings - some day we will leave this place- this world will end - like it or not -each day that passes is one day closer to the end-
lets praise GOD when its called today -for we have no idea what tomorrow may bring - God be with each of you!A m e n !

A side note: If God where to show us how many times HE has protected us - we would be amazed - how many near misses have you had?
Think about that today - GOD is our Strong Tower!

With CHRIST we have protection!
C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Thursday 3 Thirteen-year-old Bladimir Quispe in Bolivia struggles with anemia and meningitis. Pray for a quick recovery.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR THURSDAY 8-3-06
WE DO NOT WALK ALONE - JESUS IS ALWAYS WITH US!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-2-06

9.9

DANIEL 9:9
To the LORD our GOD belong mercies and forgiveness,
Though we have rebelled against Him.

An interesting thought came to me as I prepared to do this devotional - I saw in Daniel this chapter in verse and it has 9.9 in the address -I thought about it and knew that would be the title for today -simply because we need to remember 9.9 each and every day - this simple combination of numbers will remind us that mercy comes from God even when we do not deserve - Take that with you where ever you go today and I guarantee your attitude will be different -many times in this world we expect things to happen our way - we expect to be treated fairly by Everyone - this is false expectation - when someone wrongs us the first thing many of us want to do is get back at them -we feel they have some nerve treating us that way - We tend to think we are better then others humanly but once the Spirit of God enters the picture -our attitude will change -we will begin to see that God does not give us what we do deserve - Though HIS grace -all our sins are forgiven - in the power of JESUS and HIS Cross - we can be white as snow again - When others do us wrong -we need to have compassion on them - this is not humanly possible -but in CHRIST we can do all things -so long as we allow HIM to do the work - lets remember 9.9 whenever someone harms you in some way - if someone cuts you off in traffic -talks badly about you behind their back - or to your face! Lets remember these numbers and think about God's grace- HE gives us what we do not deserve and withholds what we should have gotten instead - Your sins can be forgiven today if you put your trust - your hope - your everything at the feet of JESUS the LORD - He can be your personal Savior today -
trust in JESUS and you will be forever changed!
9.9 - lets remember this today!


A side note: No matter what anyone does to us - its not as bad as what we did in our sin - we must forgive as CHRIST has forgiven us!
9.9 - lets remember!

With CHRIST we see our sin and HIS forgiveness!

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Wednesday 2 Pray for six-year-old Mithu in Bangladesh as he recovers from burn injuries.
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR WEDNESDAY 8-2-06
IF YOU HAVE BEEN WRONGED - MAKE IT RIGHT - GIVE IT TO JESUS!

THE DAILY BLUEPRINT FOR 8-1-06

HEBREWS WALK #16

HEBREWS 2:4
God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with various miracles and gifts of the Holy Spirit, according to His own will.


God has not asked us to believe in HIM blindly - but has shown us HIMSELF in various ways - when JESUS walked the earth -He performed miracles and healing every where He went - those who saw HIM did not have much doubt at all as to HIM being the Son of God! Jesus healed the sick - made the blind see and the deaf hear - JESUS is the true and only miracle worker - JESUS came to die on the cross for our sins - to be our payment - to make us right with GOD - HE has revealed HIMSELF in a multitude of ways - in circumstances - in the lives of other Christ Followers - and in our very hearts - I have seen too many and been though too many miracles not to believe God - HE has come though time and time again - HIS track record is flawless -HE is perfect and HE knows what we have need of before we even ask -HE wants a personal -life changing relationship with HIMSELF though JESUS!
The truth has been revealed to us - we must view these things with the eyes of faith - for doubt will blind us - but faith will cause us to see - God who is invisible can be viewed in the lives of those around us -we can see God each and every day - in many different ways - through the miracles - through the power and though the grace given to us though His blood - we don't have to see to believe - but God has shown us HIMSELF in many ways - if you want to see GOD - just look around!

A side note: God cannot be put in a box - I heard a quote - God does not act like we want HIM to act - that's because HE is in control and we are not! Look for GOD today -HE can been seen!

With CHRIST our eyes are opened!
PRAYERS-PRAISES-&-PREVIEWS:

Please pray for Mike M - he has some heart problems and needs total healing -

C O M P A S S I O N P R A Y E R R E Q U E S T
Tuesday 1 Pray for God's protection of our projects in Chiapas, Mexico. The rainy season has begun and they haven't fully recovered from last year's Hurricane Stan
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LIVIN IN THE WORD FOR TUESDAY 8-1-06
WHEN JESUS LEFT EARTH -HE LEFT BEHIND SIGNS OF HIS RETURN!