Over the past few weeks, I've seen several funny memes about the groundhog and his not- so-accurate predictions, pretty humorous. A couple of my favorites are; the very fat cat that said he ate the groundhog, and the cats that are dressed up as Vikings on a mission to see the ground hog that lied. :-D I hope you have also had the opportunity to see them. I am not a winter person so, I am staying positive with anticipation of looking forward to Spring and flip flops. #2 Unexpected People *See and reach out to unexpected people People are hidden in plain sight that need the compassion of Jesus. We must know Looking and seeing are not the same thing. If we look with the eyes of Jesus we can be His catalyst in their life. Knowing they're Valued and that they are loved by God- that Compassion is a game changer. Just Looking at them = we are detached from them emotionally, Seeing them for who they are in Christ = we are attached with His Love In Luke 7:36-50 as the woman was weeping on His feet, wiping her tears away with her hair, pouring perfume and kissing His feet. She was noticed, I'm sure, but she surely was not SEEN. Jesus saw her, even though she was behind Him. Jesus took the opportunity to pointed out to Peter, Not just her actions, but her heart. Jesus asked: Simon do you see this woman? it was not about whether he saw her personal being occupying space – it was Do you see her heart, her Value, her great love – she was pouring out her love in her love language. Remember we are His ambassadors here on earth, to be Hands-on for Him, seeing people from the inside. According to Matthew 5:13-16 We are to be the Salt and Light of the world- Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and Glorify Our Father in Heaven. There is still good in this world, people loving and Seeing others for who they are and the needs they may have. If God has placed these people in your path, step out and follow the Holy Spirits leading. Be their hands on Jesus. An Evidence we see Jesus… is that we see people as Jesus does VJB Information taken from Christine's unexpected Video series and my personal notes. Below is her book on the topic.
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February has arrived and Love is in the air in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, the Ground Hog forecasted we will have an early Spring and Yet the ice and snow increased. Why is it again that we pay homage to this little critter for our forecast? And Presidents Day, to celebrate all our Presidents. (does anyone really celebrate that outside of Federal and State offices?). If you happen to google “National Today” you can find a National thing for each day, some are just odd while others are not, such as “National Dark Chocolate Day” now that, I can get on board with! Well nevertheless, my January just flew by! We had several unexpected happenings going on, some were good and others not so much. My husband and I noticed God’s hand in each unexpected circumstances that came our way, God is Good! A few months ago I watched a video series by Christine Cain called “Unexpected” It was a timely word, in helping with the application of His Word, as we traveled through the unexpected together. In January I shared with some ladies my take-a-ways and insights from her teachings; so I will be sharing these with you in a series of five posts. I hope this will bless you as you face the unexpected in your life. ******** Everyday is filled with the unexpected, but Never to God. He knew long before you did what was going to transpire as He is the Same Yesterday, Today and Forever! #1 Unexpected Situations *Expect the unexpected from God a. Sometimes it seems to be a negative situation: Ephesians 3:20 (NIV) (with my embellishments) Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more (abundantly, Above & Beyond) all we ask, Imagine (Hope, Dream or pray for) according to his power that is at work within us. This is my Life Verse… no matter the circumstances, good or bad, God is On it! When I faced Breast Cancer, God knew before I did. He was On it! Leaving the outcome in His plans for my life - Which ultimately gave me a beautiful peace. b. Sometimes we have to be in the “waiting season” for something to come to pass. Sometimes we have to wait before the unexpected passes, this is when we rely on the Holy Spirit to led and guide us along the way. He does Not forget us! In The Message Translation Romans 8:28 says God knows our pregnant condition and keeps present before us!! Now that is Powerful!!! c. Sometimes it’s a blessing Think about it: In Acts 3:1-10, the Lame beggar at the Gate Beautiful, He came expecting handouts, some money to make it through the day or even the week. But, what he got from God through Peter was quite unexpected and what a blessing it was. A miracle of healing! He began Walking, Jumping, and Praising God. Others that witnessed this miracle were also blessed un-expectantly. Every detail of our lives is continually woven together to fit His perfect Plan to bring good into our lives. God came that we may have and enjoy life, in abundance. Do not let the thief come to kill, steal and destroy what God has planned for you. VJB Information taken from Christine's Unexpected Video series and my personal notes. Below is her book on the topic. |
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