How Great is God?

Read:  Psalms 145

For thus says the Lord, Who created the heavens, Who is God, Who formed the earth and made it, Who has established it, Who did not create it in vain, Who formed it to be inhabited:“ I am the Lord, and there is no other.. Isaiah 45:18

 

Good Morning!

On a charming day, I had the delight of spending time with family and friends. Recalling the day's conversations, one stands out particularly in my mind, the majestic wonders of God. The conversation centered around God's greatness.

 

There was a unanimous agreement amongst all that God's works were wonderful, countless, and limitless; He formed and arranged the nine planets in their orbits, with Earth placed millions of miles away from the Sun, yet in the perfect position for life to exist. God gave each animal the capacity to find food, so they would never go without. He also provided for us, telling us not to worry about tomorrow, what to wear or eat he had us covered.

 We often take God's incredible grandeur for granted because it is there. It is part of nature and has always been this way.

 As I reflected upon the multitude of God's creations, I strived to come up with songs that best portray His majestic masterpieces. "How Great Thou Art", penned by Stuart K. Hines, was the first song that came to mind.”

 The first verse so eloquently sums up God’s greatness.: “O Lord my God I in awesome wonder consider all the worlds Thy hands have made I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, the power throughout the universe displayed.” Sing my soul, praising your greatness.

  Blessed be the Lord for the incredible wonders He has made. From the tiniest of creatures to the expanse of the galaxies, and all that lies in between. Thank you for Jesus who died on the cross for our sins.  

 Many of your creations have been taken for granted by us. Let your creations be a daily reminder of your awesome wonder. Amen!

 Music: "How Great": https://youtu.be/HZc1IiLOfDA



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Trees in the wind

Trees in the wind - Tigner Rand

Trees in the Wind

God’s presence is like the wind: Though we cannot see it you know that is always there.

 

Read:  Isaiah 55:10-13

The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” John 3:8

 

Good Morning!

My daughter was fascinated.

 

Observing the bending and folding of trees,

as they swayed in different directions

 

"Why don't trees break?" she inquired.

 

Contemplating a notion inside,

I informed her that the bending trees were caused by the wind.

 

Pondering a question arose

"What is wind?" she asked in repose

 

No answer emerged from my lips

Just a hmm and aah that slipped

 

As if waiting for divine intervention from God,

 we stood in a quiet eclipse.

 

The whistling and rustling of leaves in the trees are caused

 by God's breath, making the trees bend.

 

My little girl now recollects and beholds,

As trees sway and bend in a fold,

 

That it is God who commands

The wind to make trees dance with his hands.

in the wind



God is Still Smiling on You

God's smile on a child
Photo: Tigner J.

God is still smiling on you

Through your storms of dismay and disbelief

God is still smiling on you

Through your heartache, disappointments and pain

God is still smiling on you

Through the total confusion storms, dark days and treacherous rain

God is still smiling on you

I cannot say the day nor the hour as to when God will bring you through your trial

God’s plans; it is hard for our carnal minds to explain

But through it all stay in prayer, stay on course and just maintain

God is still smiling on you and He promised through His word

He will comfort you through your pain

God is still smiling on you!

Amen.

 

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What is Love?

 

 

 

Let us not love in word, neither in tongue, but in deed and truth      I John 3:18

 

 

I LOVE YOU, three words that are timeworn since the beginning of mankind. These unmistakable yet powerful words render affection in poems, sonnets, songs, and movies. Kings, Queens, and common people have uttered many variations world-wide.


The aforementioned scripture was chosen because today is Valentine’s Day. The true meaning of LOVE has been lost  in candy, flowers, and spontaneous dialogue - Only reacting to the day opposed to speaking from the heart. LOVE is not just a word to describe your feelings but it exemplifies a deed; something that requires action.

 

• LOVE  is unconditional - through thick, thin, hard or bad times I choose you to love!
• LOVE is patient and kind
• LOVE does not delight in evil
• LOVE never fails - 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
• True LOVE should originate from one source - LOVE is God I John 4:7.

Unconditional LOVE is a verb - an action word. It is parents sacrificing their needs for the well being of a child, caring for ill loved ones in spite of everything. This LOVE  is demonstrated in marriage when couples console one another or by doing little ‘nothings’ - pick up a rose on the way home just because, leaving love notes stating how you care (this goes both ways). Being able to talk through disagreements and never loose the feeling for your spouse.
 

 A distinctive brand of LOVE is exhibited when Christians help people who have fallen or encountered set-backs. Tending to the needs of strangers or homeless who are down trodden. They over looked rancid conditions but through compassion extend the hand of LOVE. Jesus epitomizes this type of LOVE: Verily I say unto you, in as much as you have done it unto one of the least of these brethren you have done it unto me. Mathew 26: 34-46

 True LOVEcannot be found unless you have God in you life; a man who says he loves God and does not love his brother is a liar, he that does not love his brother who he can see, how can he love God that he has not seen? I John 4:20. On this day of love I pose these questions to ponder:

• Do you LOVE your spouse?
• Do you LOVE your fellow brother?
• Do you LOVE yourself? 

Find True LOVE through God and increase your blessings!

Happy Valentine's Day!

 

Father God in Heaven,

 You asked us to love one another as we love ourselves. Many find it hard to love themselves let alone another person. Lord, in the name of Jesus I ask that you will touch your children who are trying to love but don’t know how. Prick harden hearts so your love can seep in.  I pray in the name of Jesus that you show true Godly love. Help us to grow more in  unconditional love. Your word states, “ask and it shall be done”, I pray Lord that this prayer will be the beginning of healing and removing broken hearts, barriers to allow love in to your children’s lives and allow people to once again trust in the name of Jesus. These things I pray in the name of Jesus and know that it shall be done! Amen.

 Tigner J.

 For more posts check http://thesoulsremedy.blogspot.com

 

 

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Your life story: The Greats movie of all times!

Your life is full of excitement, joy, and great memories; it's your world premiere! You have watched it over and over and over again. This narrative is filled with epic moments, standing ovations, sad scenes, along with a few screams of encore! Then it is curtain call. Your life is the making of life's greatest episode.


In the movies a director sees vision and knows the outcome of a sure masterpiece. His cast is often allowed some impromptu adlibbing provided actors stay with in reason. Nevertheless they are given a screenplay to capture the very essence of what is desired on film. There is no argument we love movies; action, drama, comedy, tragedy and even horror. We all have seen academy award winning movies which mesmerize us with spectacular special effects, convincing actors along with unforgettable lines we so often recite. Be that as it may, have you ever stopped and thought that every day of your life is a bona fide theatrical production with God as the director? He has scripted your life from conception until the final curtain. Each episode between birth and fade to black are chock-full of friends, family, associates and strangers as supporting cast members. Some give advice, comedy relief while a small group produce drama.

In life, God is the director and is in control of it all. He has provided a manuscript written for each of us to use as a reference. The Bible is the script for our leading roll, however, many choose not to refer or follow God’s script. A large number prefer to review their lines and attempt to implement what was read, others decide to discard the script, applying their own logic or understanding while a host of others spontaneously go through life not consulting the director which leads to one disappointment after another.

Our lives can be award winning adventures provided we follow God’s word. Learn to focus more on communicating with the director; ask for his advice as you approach every scene in life. Allow God to show you his ways, teach you his paths which will guide you in his truth. Psalms 25: 4-5. Stop trying to be God and allow God to do His duty by giving him your burdens, which are often carried along during life.

There will be peaks, valleys, dark and sunny days. Remember there cannot be flowers with out sunshine and rain so don’t make life a traumatic saga of despair but an epic love story that has the greatest ending of all, when you reach the final destination in heaven.

Tigner

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100 things that make you happy!

Photo: Tigner J.

A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.  Proverbs 17:22

The arduous task of each day has a tendency of smothering joyous times in our life. We often forget about simple pleasures from our childhood that made us happy or put a smile on our face no matter what.   

A majority of these pastime capers may be considered child like but at the end of the day no matter how mad or upset you where one has to admit, those simple enjoyments from years gone by stimulated the body just a bit.

What brought joy and laughter? My "happy event" is listening to music and singing aloud. Music tends to bring about a sense of joy and peace for me! and peace.  

Do you have a bucket list of simple nothings that can spark a smile or a chuckle? The following are ten things “you can’t do and not be happy” (Yes, I said 100 but let us start with ten.) 


TEN THINGS YOU CAN’T DO AND NOT BE HAPPY


1. eat your favorite ice cream

2. chase fire flies

3. jump in rain puddles

4. make funny faces in the mirror

5. play tag

6. play hide and seek

7. running through the water sprinkler


8. swim or wade in the water

9. skip

10. tell a joke ( hokey or funny)


Jot down a few, put into action your list and find new ways to bring joy, laughter and fun back into your life.  

Post your Happy List in the comment section or send me an email!  soulsremedy@gmail.com   


Tigner J.


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Commitment is Power: what are you committed to?

What are you committed to? What changes are you making in your life? Dropping bad habits, or positive thinking?


God’s word states: commit your way unto the Lord trust also in him and he shall bring it to pass (Psalms 37:5). After commitment, one must also be willing to cast their burdens on the Lord so he can sustain you. By implementing these simple principles God shall never permit the righteous to be moved.

There are many distractions we all face daily that can cause a person not to commit to anything. Unlike Jesus, at the age of twelve, who was committed to doing his Father’s business by teaching the gospel. History has also shown us people who were committed to various goals: Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X as well as Jesus the Christ. These soldiers where willing to sacrifice their lives for a higher calling. They had fire & desire in their hearts, bottom line commitment.

Should we all carry large torches as these warriors? Maybe not but what ever your dedication is: commitment to being a better parent, spouse, obligation to your job, or focusing on your creative spirit that is buried inside. Find an underlying principle to commit yourself, stay focus, meditate, and seek God’s knowledge to uncover your direction. Remember, commitment is power.

Tigner

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An unspeakable act: Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords shot There is still hope through the power of prayer



Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords

 The tragic shooting of Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and innocent by-standers is heartbreaking.
A gunman open fire on a crowd, which snuffed out five lives: one federal judge along with a nine year old girl. This unspeakable act was a catastrophe for Arizona and our country.


Events such as this are hard to comprehend let alone understand however, I stand with the belief that for every heart breaking misfortune God still has the power to heal and show his presence through all the pain. “What Americans do is come together during times of tragedy”. We need to get behind Congresswoman Giffords along with the other families who suffered and begin to pray.


I ask that each of you who read this to please take time to pray daily for the injured individuals in Tucson, Arizona, as well as healing of this land. Pray that through this horrific shooting our government can bridge the gap which divides them. At the end of the day this shooting has affected our entire government not just Congresswoman Giffords and other victims. It is easier said than done but we also have to pray for the shooter and others like him asking God to restrain people who harbor hatred and bitterness toward this Country or people.

We will get through this pain and I believe that there is still hope. It is power in numbers so let us all take the time to pray in the name of Jesus.


Be encouraged and God Bless America!


Tigner


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"Golden-Voiced" Ted Williams: Hype or a miracle from God



The early years of Ted Williams

 By now everyone has seen and been touched one way or another by the first heart-warming story of 2011. Like, hate or don’t care about it homeless man, Ted Williams, with the silky smooth voice has saturated television and radio alike. A man who had a promising radio career in the 1980s later fell from ‘grace’ due to drugs and alcoholism is now given a second chance.


Unlike most stories you have seen, heard or read I am a believer of miracles and second chances which has led me to take a more spiritual observation of the man with the “golden voice”. Ted Williams is another example that comprises of all the ingredients for God to show the masses he is still in the blessing business.

At one time or another we all have made mistakes great or small. Just like the Samaritan women (John 4:1-26) Jesus met at the well whose past life of adultery made her an outcast to society. But thanks be to God he forgave her. After her encounter with Jesus, the Bible does not mention anymore about her future; did she revert back to her old ways, hide from the nay-sayers in shame, or change her behavior. No matter how you interrupted the story of the Samaritan woman or Ted Williams they as well as you deserve a second chance.

Ted Williams Mug shots

In the hustle and bustle of our world today, society has a tendency of edging God completely out even though he continuously knocks on our hearts seeking an opportunity to form a relationship. Though we cry out and/or question God’s presence it is only because we are blinded by life’s obstructions. These barriers leave many with a sense of emptiness, loneliness, doubt and disbelieve. People like Ohio businessman ‘Dan’ who is infuriated of Mr. Williams’s notoriety and job offers from the likes of Kraft, NFL and ESPN. Here is a man with a two year rap sheet of crime and robbery that has affected Dan’s business and in his mind believes Ted does not deserve any of it.

Take a look at your life. What have you done that you deserve a second chance and society refuses to forgive you? Have you forgiven yourself? Have you asked God’s forgiveness? I don’t know what the future holds for Ted Williams and his Golden Voice. I do pray that he will take advantage of this opportunity and glorify God during the process. We to have a bit of the golden voice of Christ in us but we have to choose to listen. In the process we also have to believe and receive that Christ has forgiven us before we are granted a second chance in life.

Tigner


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New Year's Resolutions are a Waste of Time

Within days after the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2011 many of you whipped out the old pen and pad to begin your annual New Years resolutions, financial planning, and goal setting for the next twelve months.    Do not get me wrong making changes and upgrading oneself is a great way to jump-start 2011. During your preparation time please be reminded 2010 is officially history which signifies it is time to cast aside all burdens and leave behind any additional baggage such as: worries, fears, or uncertainties which can impede you from attaining your objectives.


At one time or another we all presume it is our obligation to keep our troubles closely guarded by any means necessary and not let them go no matter what! This is totally opposite of what God want us to do which is release our burdens and cares so that he can bare our pains. By lugging this dead weight it causes many with an iron will to succeed to transform into an unconquerable will to stop marking yet another year of incomplete goals, which opens the flood gates to the enemy of discuss, defeat, as well as questioning God’s lack of concern about you.

One much needed line item while planning, is for us to become positive thinkers, optimist and true believers of God. What this mean is we have to be crazy enough (having deep faith) to grasp and believe that our world can become what we strive to make it provided we include Jesus in all our endeavors: This means work, decision making, goal setting, relationships, no matter what consult ‘The Great Counselor’ on everything. Otherwise one can easily fall into the trap of negative thinkers, pessimist or the ideology of an Atheist. These adversaries belong in the category of being doubters who believe what can go wrong will go wrong.

2011 is a new year, an opportunity for a new beginning. Go ahead and make resolutions but do not forget to start with fervor to rekindle dreams and the fire between you and Christ which allow you to tap into God’s power which can make way for a greater future!

Be encouraged, stay strong and do not give up your faith!

Tigner 

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Keep holding on: God will sustain thee

Holding on

We glory in tribulations also knowing that tribulation work patience; and patience experience and experience hope. And hope makes us not ashamed because the love of God is shed aboard in our hearts by the Holy Ghost.  Romans 5:3-5


 Setbacks has inflected everyone, if it has not just keep living. Disappointments can range from work, illness, or financial dilemmas which can cause life altering hardships. 

Misfortunes can breed a spirit of withdrawal as well as excluding God from the problem. In an attempt to maroon God, stress builds up and runs rampant in a person’s life, often times consuming their strength and well-being which ultimately causes health issues. Yes, we all have struggles but through the mist of the storm we have to learn how to hold on to God’s hand and his word.

When you evaluate your life, the mind’s eye depicts failure. You have not reached the personal level of success desired. The life goals are way off the mark, thus making you feel like a failure. Your steps over the years became more arduous and existing seems to be futile. You may think the highway to ‘success’ has ended but one thing prevails, God is not dead. Christ’s unchanging love and intent for His children never changes, he wants us all to succeed! We have to follow the Master’s plan and cast our burdens upon God and he will sustain us Psalms 55:22

The most excellent way to end your battle is to get in line with God; it is never too late! Let pass adversities and doubt stay behind. Stop telling yourself you are too old or God has forsaken you. Part of your re-connection to God’s Life Line, keep holding on to the unseen faith. God is always waiting on His children to return, seek, praise, honor and adore Him! When you stop and absorb these words one has to realize that God is truly in your corner! Just keep holding on have faith daily! Your journey is not easy but Glory to God our Father will never leave us or forsake us through the tribulations. The Lord has brought up your soul from the grave, kept you alive so that you should not go down to the pit. Psalms 30 1-12


Let us pray: Our Father which is in heaven thank you for your mercy and grace and keeping us covered daily. Teach us to hold on to our faith and realize that you are with us through the joy and pain of our lives. We love you and may we glorify you in the name of Jesus. Amen

Tigner


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