scripture
2 Corinthians 6:14
Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?
Ephesians 5:8
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light.
1 Thessalonians 5:5
You are all sons of the light and sons of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness.
quote
We ask God to forgive us for our evil thoughts and evil temper, but rarely, if ever, ask Him to forgive us for our sadness. Joy is regarded as a happy accident of the Christian life, an ornament and a luxury, rather than a duty.
R.W. Dale
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note
I had someone email me yesterday with a brilliant idea. They asked, “Would you want to spread the making of the dW around to the other members? Others could make them up once in awhile and send them to you for distribution.” So I told this person that I loved the idea and asked them to be the first to contribute. J If you would like to contribute to the dW, then please send me an email with a verse and a quote/illustration. Keep in mind that these a small bites to chew on during the day. I look forward to see how God is speaking to you through His Word.
You can visit http://www.biblegateway.com for scripture.
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
to write love on her arms
Few would ever suspect that I have been diagnosed with depression. It began back in highschool after a horrible summer when my parents split up. I hid my pain for some time but pretty soon it was starting to show. I thought that my feelings were weakness and therefore something I could overcome but I was unable to cope. Depression ran in our family so my mom knew the signs to look for. We worked with our family doctor to get my chemical balances back in line and I started counseling. I still take my meds and I still have ups and downs. Why do I share this with you? Because I want others to know there is hope. This group wants the same...
Excerpt from their site - TWLOHA
It is estimated that 15% or roughly 17 million Americans suffer from depression.
It affects rich and poor, young and old, black and white.
2/3 are never treated.
They do not recognize the illness, and see it as a weakness or personality flaw.
Untreated depression is the most common cause of suicide.
In Australia, New Zealand and Japan, there are more suicides than murders.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people.
Depression is treatable.
Cutting was very much a mystery until 1996 when Princess Diana admitted that she had struggled with it.
Self Injurers use physical pain as an attempt to calm or numb the psychological pain or stress. They injure the outside in an attempt to release the pain on the inside.
Self Injury is an attempt to stop the hurting, an attempt to be clean.
Self injurers and addicts seek the familiar, even if its pain. This is completely foreign to most people.
Self injurers believe pain is their only option, using greater external pain as a relief from the pain inside.
There is hope.
Excerpt from their site - TWLOHA
It is estimated that 15% or roughly 17 million Americans suffer from depression.
It affects rich and poor, young and old, black and white.
2/3 are never treated.
They do not recognize the illness, and see it as a weakness or personality flaw.
Untreated depression is the most common cause of suicide.
In Australia, New Zealand and Japan, there are more suicides than murders.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people.
Depression is treatable.
Cutting was very much a mystery until 1996 when Princess Diana admitted that she had struggled with it.
Self Injurers use physical pain as an attempt to calm or numb the psychological pain or stress. They injure the outside in an attempt to release the pain on the inside.
Self Injury is an attempt to stop the hurting, an attempt to be clean.
Self injurers and addicts seek the familiar, even if its pain. This is completely foreign to most people.
Self injurers believe pain is their only option, using greater external pain as a relief from the pain inside.
There is hope.
Tuesday, March 6, 2007
theblindproject
I came across this group. I read thier stuff. It broke my heart and made me cry. Because we live in a bubble called comfort, separated from the hurts of others. The selfish live to gain more comfort while robbing the poor and abused of their necessities. This group decided to do something about it. Please see what they are up to.
http://www.theblindproject.com
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Excerpt from thier site:
For the afflicted: Young children in southeast asia who are victims to the sex-trade have a warped view of the reality. This cruel reality and repeated abuse quickly erodes their psyches and blinds them of all hope and a future.
For the world: It's surprising how many people living in more affluent, civilized parts of the world are unaware and sometimes overlook the kinds of social injustice taking place towards child trafficking. Our plan is to uncover the eyes of the world, especially the myspace generation.
For ourselves: On a more personal note, we also called it The Blind Project because we honestly do not know what we have in store. Although we have a plan to serve Thai orphanages, we do not know what is going to happen when we meet these orphans. We do not know if we are going to succeed or fail. But we do know that we will fail if we do nothing at all.
"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
Thank you all for your support.
- The Blind Project
http://www.theblindproject.com
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Excerpt from thier site:
For the afflicted: Young children in southeast asia who are victims to the sex-trade have a warped view of the reality. This cruel reality and repeated abuse quickly erodes their psyches and blinds them of all hope and a future.
For the world: It's surprising how many people living in more affluent, civilized parts of the world are unaware and sometimes overlook the kinds of social injustice taking place towards child trafficking. Our plan is to uncover the eyes of the world, especially the myspace generation.
For ourselves: On a more personal note, we also called it The Blind Project because we honestly do not know what we have in store. Although we have a plan to serve Thai orphanages, we do not know what is going to happen when we meet these orphans. We do not know if we are going to succeed or fail. But we do know that we will fail if we do nothing at all.
"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
Thank you all for your support.
- The Blind Project
Monday, March 5, 2007
dW 03.05.07
scripture
Philippians 4:-7
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
wisdom
Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times, because during those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge, because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes, because they will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary, because it means you've made a difference.
It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.
from GCFL mailing list
Friday, March 2, 2007
dW 03.02.07
scripture
John 15:5-8
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.”
quote
A pharisee is hard on others and easy on himself, but a spiritual man is easy on others and hard on himself.
A.W. Tozer
John 15:5-8
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.”
quote
A pharisee is hard on others and easy on himself, but a spiritual man is easy on others and hard on himself.
A.W. Tozer
dW 03.01.07
Center of the Bible
Q: What is the shortest chapter in the Bible?
A: Psalms 117
Q: What is the longest chapter in the Bible?
A: Psalms 119
Q: Which chapter is in the center of the Bible?
A: Psalms 118
Fact: There are 594 chapters before Psalms 118
Fact: There are 594 chapters after Psalms 118
Q: What is the center verse in the Bible?
A: Psalms 118:8
Q: Does this verse say something significant about God's perfect will
for our lives?
Thought: The next time someone says they would like to find God's
perfect will for their lives and that they want to be in the center of
His will, just send them to the center of His Word!
A: Psalms 118:8
"It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man."
Thought: Now isn't that odd how this worked out? Or was that God's plan?
When things get tough, always remember...
Faith doesn't get you around trouble, it gets you through it.
Special Thanks to Manny for today's dW.
Q: What is the shortest chapter in the Bible?
A: Psalms 117
Q: What is the longest chapter in the Bible?
A: Psalms 119
Q: Which chapter is in the center of the Bible?
A: Psalms 118
Fact: There are 594 chapters before Psalms 118
Fact: There are 594 chapters after Psalms 118
Q: What is the center verse in the Bible?
A: Psalms 118:8
Q: Does this verse say something significant about God's perfect will
for our lives?
Thought: The next time someone says they would like to find God's
perfect will for their lives and that they want to be in the center of
His will, just send them to the center of His Word!
A: Psalms 118:8
"It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man."
Thought: Now isn't that odd how this worked out? Or was that God's plan?
When things get tough, always remember...
Faith doesn't get you around trouble, it gets you through it.
Special Thanks to Manny for today's dW.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
dW 02.28.07
scripture
Matthew 24:44
So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.
quote
Lord, if any have to die this day, let it be me, for I am ready.
Billy Bray
Matthew 24:44
So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.
quote
Lord, if any have to die this day, let it be me, for I am ready.
Billy Bray
dW 02.27.07
scripture
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
quote
Christians don't tell lies they just go to church and sing them.
A.W. Tozer
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
quote
Christians don't tell lies they just go to church and sing them.
A.W. Tozer
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
dW 02.26.07
scripture
Proverbs 8:17
Wisdom, says “I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.”
Where is wisdom found?
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
quote
The history of all the great characters of the Bible is summed up in this one sentence: They acquainted themselves with God, and acquiesced (obeyed) His will in all things.
Richard Cecil
Proverbs 8:17
Wisdom, says “I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.”
Where is wisdom found?
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
quote
The history of all the great characters of the Bible is summed up in this one sentence: They acquainted themselves with God, and acquiesced (obeyed) His will in all things.
Richard Cecil
Monday, February 26, 2007
dW 02.26.07
scripture
Proverbs 8:17
Wisdom, says “I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.”
Where is wisdom found?
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
quote
The history of all the great characters of the Bible is summed up in this one sentence: They acquainted themselves with God, and acquiesced (obeyed) His will in all things.
Richard Cecil
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