You deserve punishment

When forgiveness is not enough what do you do? Demand harsh punishment? God’s love and forgiveness can wipe away the heinous act, but you want retribution. God asked Jonah to deliver a message to the people of Nineveh, repent from their cruel and savage ways or be destroyed. Jonah flees from God, he didn’t want to deliver the message (Jon 1:1-16). He felt they were not deserving of forgiveness, they should be destroyed. After much running and being swallowed by a whale Jonah conceded. God forgave the people but Jonah was angry at God’s compassion (Jon.4:1-2). Our God is compassionate and slow to anger. Many people feel that some leaders, organizations, and nations need to be punished for their cruel and hateful behavior. Yes they do. But who are we to judge unless we want to be judged? Stop talking, running, and thinking like Jonah. As hard as it is for us to ask God to forgive we have to. Pray to God ask to make himself known unto all the people of the land. May they turn from their evil ways, humble themselves and seek God! Despite what we think God still has concern and love  for this great nation of America. 

Trouble lurks every time you step out your house

Every time you step out your house trouble is  lurking. Everywhere you go there is potential chaos. Trouble comes in various forms. Anxiety, danger, disorder, unrest, grief, and even a cluttered life. Whatever the angst, give them to God (1Peter 5:7). There’s no need to fear, The Lord gives strength to his people, the Lord blesses his people with peace.” (Psalm 29:11) Remember, you are protected. God is always standing by! For He Himself is our peace…”  Ephesians 2:14

Words are like fire

Harsh words hurt. When sowed in the spirit, they can harvest hatred and anger.  “You are just like your father”, you are dumb, a failure, no good, an idiot.” Words reverberate in the spirit like an echo. The bible tells us the tongue is fire; it is evil and can corrupt the whole body (Jas 3:1-6). Be mindful of the words you speak. Your words can ruin a person for life! In anger, people say damaging expressions. Once spoken the words echo in the recipient’s mind planting seeds of doubt and disbelief. Watch the words that you say. They can be a matter of life or death. 

Never take the journey alone

Your life’s journey was not design for you to travel alone. 

Though it is you who has to go the course, surround yourself with those who will help and encourage you along the way. Likewise, seek God. For He can order your steps as well as send Angels to help along the way. 

When we go alone and things don’t go our way, we tend to blame God for the outcome. In all things seek God’s will. Seek his guidance. Never take the Journey alone. 

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