LOST IN MY THOUGHTS

Often our minds become open CISTERNS, our thoughts are dominated with the things that go on around us.  I have observed that when we don't have the mind of Christ, or wear the Helmet of Salvation we can be consumed with issues that need to be placed at the Altar and left there for God to take care of.  Resting in the Lord is a process as well as intentionally taking action on a daily basis.

Every day I ask the Father to bask me with the "Mind of Christ" especially in times like these, this indeed is our only safety net.  Those who are walking in their calling in ministry will heed the importance of resting our minds under the shadow of His Wings.  The Lord knows our (ins and outs), He is the author and finisher of all things, issues, circumstances and life in general.

Thoughts are just fleeting moments of energy.  They have no footage of stability and certainly no substance that we can depend on.  With our Minds on Christ, we can be sure that any step we take forward with a Christ-like mind will keep us grounded on a sure foundation no matter what is going on around us.   

 I love You Lord......amen

JE'HU !! WHO ARE "YOU"

JE'HU, was the anointed king of Israel back in the (Kings) biblical days.  God specifically selected him to go after all the BAAL worshippers and also to fulfill the prophesies that Elijah had spoken against Ahab and his household.  Remember, he had Jezebel Ahab's wife killed.

As I read this great and terrible chapter about JE'HU, I had to take a break and catch my breath, the events that took place back then suffice to say, was a trip, I mean the way our Great and Terrible God did some things would keep you trembling with fear.  but getting back to JE'HU.........

JE'HU! had the basic qualities that could have made him a great success.  From a human perspective, in fact, he was a successful king.  His family ruled the northern kingdom of Israel longer than any other king. He was used by God as instrument to punish Ahab's evil dynasty and fiercely attacked every BAAL worshipper in that era.  He could have been God's king of all kings, but he recklessly went beyond God's commands and failed to follow through on the obedient actions that began his reign as king.  He was within sight of victory but settled on mediocrity.  Let's say he settled for the '"BLING - BLING"   (two golden calves).

JE'HU! was a man of immediate action but without ultimate purpose.  He made sure his kingdom was on the MOVE, but its destination was unclear.  JE'HU! executions were shrewed.  So much so, that the most gruesome order of executions were done without a second thought.  His style showed he was not fully aware of who was directing him.

As with JE'HU, God gives each person strengths and abilities that will find their greatest usefulness only under His control.  Outside of that control they don't accomplish what they could have and often become tools for evil.  One way to make sure this does not happen to you, is to tell God of your willingness to be under His control.  With His presence in your life, your natural strengths and abilities will be used to their greatest potential for His Glory, and His Glory only.....

My prayer is.....Lord keep me devoted to know and love you for Who You Are and not for my own self interest.   amen

Troy Sneed - My Heart Says Yes