Month: April 2020

2 Chronicles 7:14. Being humble!

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Hello everyone, I do pray that you all are well and safe and sound away from the issues of the day. 🙂

As we all who dwell upon the earth know of the situation going on with the COVID-19. We are all now under a new lifestyle. ALL of us across the entire globe. We know of some people who have been struck with this virus and in some cases there are some of us who may have had it and not have known because it felt like the flu. And come to find out later that you once had it, survived and are feeling back to normal.

This is a very humbling situation that we all are in. I have been working and taking care of my loved ones as the rest of us, with concerns about the elders in the family who can not make it out on their own. They really should not anyway due to the virus.

I had made my family some masks, for they are a commodity like fresh water these days. (And bathroom tissue!) Working in the health field, I had an opportunity to get a couple of masks that are considered disposable that have the elastic to hold on to the ears. And this was during the flu season when I got a couple not knowing what was to come.

My homemade cotton masks for family.

Not particular of the color combo right now, but the light color ones show my makeup too quick. And we are required to wash our masks each day so I say this for us all…wash them each night by hand the ones you have.

I tell you my friends this is the most humbling attitude I have seen most people have at this time in our lives. I many people say that there is a GOD, who have not before. And some have fear into them for not knowing what to expect from here on.

But I will tell you all not to have fear. For there were plagues in the Bible days too. Like the one at Easter time….called passover.

Exodus 12:13 King James Version (KJV)

13 And the blood shall be to you for a token upon the houses where ye are: and when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be upon you to destroy you, when I smite the land of Egypt.

King James Version (KJV)

The blood is the blood of a sacrificial lamb. And to me from my understanding , in today’s times this blood is the blood of our beloved JESUS! Our innocent loving JESUS!!!

“The Prince of Egypt”. I have watched this movie many times with my kids!

We need to cover ourselves, our family, our house, and all that we have with the blood of JESUS. Not to be stubborn like the Pharaoh of egypt in the days of Moses. The Pharaoh Ramses was stubborn and did not want to listen to what Moses was telling him. This is scripture in the book of exodus shows what will happen to people who will not listen to warnings.

This is why I will tell the word and good news about our JESUS to others so that they will be reminded of this and those who do not know will. We all need to stay in prayer and keep the blood of JESUS on us so we will be spared the plague.

GOD is on the side of the righteous at all times!

Fear is not part of the issue when you trust in GOD. It is comforting to know you are protected because you trust in HIM and have faith. And when you have this faith, HE will not let you down. Depend on our GOD at all times.

Marking the door posts.

Even though you will be required to wear a mask, it is by law to do so as we watch and pray. Some will say because of faith they feel they do not need one, But is you know not to stick your hand into fire, then you will know it is safe from being burned when you don’t. Wear your masks, keep your faith, and wash your hands.

If you are in a situation where you are shut in your house, let it be known you are safe there. Stay in prayer, and read the word of GOD. The Bible shows us all lessons to be learned from the wrong paths one may take, and the rewards you WILL get for choosing the righteous paths that lead t our GOD.

Please do pass this blog forward with the word of our beloved GOD so that others will be able to enjoy the blessings. Thank you very much for stopping by to read this blog. Be encouraged and know that our GOD loves you.

AMEN!!!!

Peace!!!!

Have comfort knowing you are well loved.

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Hello all, I do hope you all are well and virus free or getting over it and are on the mends.

Having the peace of mind and comfort knowing God Almighty loves you is so coming and peaceful. As you go through these times in this world I feel the need to remember and remind others of this blessing.

We will always meet more people who are not faithful than who are. And we will always need to be ready to spread the good news of the word. For there our Father lovingly will give instruction on life and how much HE loves us.

HE also tells us of the blunders we fall into when we want to do things our way and not HIS way in the Bible. We all have the freedom of choice on how we choose to live. HE showing us what people went through in the Bible from choosing the ways of man and not GOD’s. All in the old and new testament, so we will learn by example.

Daniel and Nebuchadnezzar in the Bible are good examples. One who choose to follow GOD and one who thought he was god. Daniel was blessed for listening to GOD which kept his life simple and humble before GOD. Nebuchadnezzar thought he was a god and made people worship him or die.

Daniel chapter 5 verse 30-33 kjv

30 The king spake, and said, Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for the house of the kingdom by the might of my power, and for the honour of my majesty?

31 While the word was in the king’s mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, saying, O king Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken; The kingdom is departed from thee.

32 And they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field: they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and seven times shall pass over thee, until thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will.

33 The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and did eat grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hairs were grown like eagles’ feathers, and his nails like birds’ claws.

I have seen many in great power fall like this. Not knowing GOD, or that the things they do has consequences that are from the choices that was done to themselves or others. King Nebuchadnezzar is an example of this. He mocked GOD in his way and was brought to his knees for 7 years eating grass on all fours as an animal would have.

So all this is tosay, our GOD watches over us all. And those who do harm to those who love GOD will be brought down to their knees too as well in todays time.

No one can out do our GOD. Not even the devil for he was kicked out of heaven for all of the trouble he caused even before GOD created the earth. So what ever your situation is at this point, know that our GOD is greater and will heal.

Those who are the most stubborn and prideful wil be humbled.

Stay safe and sound. Stay healthy. Feel free to pass this blog forward to share with those who need to be encouraged too. Thank you very much for stopping by! 🙂

Peace!!!! 😀

Giving the word to others through handmade Bible tracts!

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  • The beginning of our Bible tracts in progress.

Hello everyone, I do pray that you all are being safe and sound in this day and time of the COVI-19. Wash your hands and wear those disposable plastic gloves if you can. And wipe things down with disinfectant too. Wash your fresh veggies and fruits down with mild soapy water and rinse them off after that. AND above all stay in prayer and we all will get through this!

And once we do give thanks to GOD that HE has kept you safe and sound and got you through it. YAY!

I have been giving people I come across even for a minute some scripture to encourage them and brighten their day. You will be surprised to find that there are more people out there that will call on GOD and have faith than you realize! And this is so great to know!

Those of us who can , should make something to give to people to have in their hand to give them some comfort and scripture is it from what I know. Some people maybe looking for some kind of sign that GOD is still there. Being confused by what is happening tight now in 2020 today.

Bible verses related to Comfort from the King James Version (KJV)

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – Blessed [be] God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;   (Read More…)

Matthew 11:28-30 – Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.   (Read More…)

Matthew 5:1-48 – And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him:   (Read More…)

Psalms 23:4 – Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Psalms 91:1-16 – He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.   (Read More…)

Romans 8:26-28 – Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.   (Read More…)

Romans 8:32-39 – He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?   (Read More…)

Psalms 119:76 – Let, I pray thee, thy merciful kindness be for my comfort, according to thy word unto thy servant.

Psalms 119:49-51 – ZAIN. Remember the word unto thy servant, upon which thou hast caused me to hope.   (Read More…)

Isaiah 40:1-2 – Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.   (Read More…)

Psalms 1:1-6 – Blessed [is] the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.   (Read More…)

Psalms 119:50 – This [is] my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.

Psalms 86:17 – Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see [it], and be ashamed: because thou, LORD, hast holpen me, and comforted me.

Isaiah 49:13 – Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted.

Isaiah 51:12 – I, [even] I, [am] he that comforteth you: who [art] thou, that thou shouldest be afraid of a man [that] shall die, and of the son of man [which] shall be made [as] grass;

Isaiah 12:1 – And in that day thou shalt say, O LORD, I will praise thee: though thou wast angry with me, thine anger is turned away, and thou comfortedst me.

John 16:22 – And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.

Psalms 18:1-50 – (To the chief Musician, [A Psalm] of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day [that] the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul: And he said,) I will love thee, O LORD, my strength.   (Read More…)

There are so many verses in the Bible that can touch all souls and give them some peace. Even those people I have met who were not strong in faith,are now starting to think about the things they do. And will find some peace in hearing scripture, but be cautious and use discernment. There are those who even if JESUS stood before them would not accept HIM. Pray over your tracts so that GOD will give you them to the ones who will listen and pray for those who will not. 🙂

Bible verses related to Strength from the King James Version (KJV) by Relevance

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Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Deuteronomy 31:6 – Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Isaiah 41:10 – Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Deuteronomy 20:4 – For the LORD your God [is] he that goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.

1 Corinthians 10:13 – There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it].

2 Corinthians 12:9-10 – And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.   (Read More…)

Isaiah 40:31 – But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint.

Matthew 11:28 – Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Psalms 31:24 – Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.

Exodus 15:2 – The LORD [is] my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he [is] my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

1 Corinthians 16:13 – Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.

Matthew 6:33 – But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Working on Ephesians 6:17

Ephesians 6:17

“And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:”

Galatians 5:22-23 speaks of the fruit of the spirit. I drew this and all of the tracts you see in this post. I might not color them in due to the cost issues.

Galatians chapter 5:22-23

You may not choose to draw, but if you have a computer and a phone that will take good pictures, this may be all you need right now. There is a site I use for doing this is called picfont.com … https://picfont.com/editor

  • Using the picfont editor to make this.
I used the Picfont for the photos. The link to picfont is , https://picfont.com/editor

So if it is GOD’s will, here are the tools I use to make my tracts. Free hand and by the computer. Enjoy giving out the message to those who will accept it. Stay safe and well.

Thank you for reading my blog, feel free to pass it forward to those who may need to hear the word of out one and only perfect GOD!!!

Peace and many blessing to you all.

Thank you JESUS for being my SAVIOR!

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JESUS is showing us all HIS love! 🙂

Praise and glory be to GOD for another day that the LORD has given us all!

Hello all and thank you for taking the time to stop by and read this blog.

Tomorrow is the celebration of the day that our JESUS gave HIS life so that we all may live. As the obedient son of GOD, HE had done what was our GOD’s will to save the souls of all mankind that have accepted JESUS as savior.

Faith and the love of the most HIGH who sits on the throne and HIS beloved son JESUS is what keeps us all waiting for the return of JESUS so we can be in heaven where we all will know what it is to feel the pure unconditional love coming from GOD.

If you never truly felt love, then this is the one place you will surely feel it is in heaven. You only get a fraction of it living here on earth as a saved soul in the body of Christ. But the whole portion is there with our GOD.

JESUS paid the price for all of us to get there to live in our new home. JESUS suffered at the hands of mankind and HE did not have to at all. HE could have said to GOD please bring me home. But HE did not.

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MARK 15:16-32 KJV

16 And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called Praetorium; and they call together the whole band.
17 And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown of thorns, and put it about his head,
18 And began to salute him, Hail, King of the Jews!
19 And they smote him on the head with a reed, and did spit upon him, and bowing their knees worshipped him.
20 And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him.
21 And they compel one Simon a Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to bear his cross.
22 And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull.
23 And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not.
24 And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take.
25 And it was the third hour, and they crucified him.
26 And the superscription of his accusation was written over, The King Of The Jews.
27 And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left.
28 And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors.
29 And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,
30 Save thyself, and come down from the cross.
31 Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.
32 Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with him reviled him.
King James Version
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As I think about all of the nonsense that we who love GOD go through in this fallen world, I can not imagine being no way having the same love and peace without GOD and HIS son JESUS. Because I know I have their love all around me.

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I cry when I think about how much our beloved GOD loves us so and HIS son JESUS too. When you see JESUS on the cross this is how much HE loved us, HE gave HIS life (it was not taken) on the cross. This is how horrible sin is to our souls….it is disfiguring pain taking all joy away from you.

It even hurts me within when a person says negative things about GOD, and how they have rejected GOD. And will not accept our JESUS as their savior. Some people have a misunderstanding with JESUS and maybe angry with him or our GOD. So being hurt and prideful they turn away. This is exactly what the evil one is hoping for, they we all would turn away from GOD and JESUS.

JESUS has risen from the dead!

Let us all be ever so grateful that a GOD loving, strong loving man like JESUS walked the face of the earth to give us courage, teach us the ways of GOD, and be the mediator between GOD and man for our prayers. JESUS knows what our pain and struggle feels like. Showing by example how to be righteous so we can get into heaven and have eternity with HIM.

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Stay in prayer at all times and keep your faith. Thank you for coming by, pass it forward the word of GOD. Be messengers of peace and the word of GOD wherever you may go.

Peace!!! 🙂

Missing the fellowship due to COVI-19.

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Hello everyone! I do hope you will have a blessed Easter in spite of the covi-19 pandemic right now. It can not stop us from praying, and for some it may make us pray even more!

Mt.Sinai Church of GOD in Binghamton New York. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008875159143705

We are home from going to Church today and I tell you I do miss the fellowship and hearing the word from the Pastor of which ever Church my husband decides we go to on Sundays. We attend the local Churches and those that are not too GOD willing once we are able to travel again to them!

It is not the feeling of being shut in, it is the feeling of being safe and sound from whatever is going on with the virus that has affected the whole entire planet.

Some people are being led closer to GOD because of the issues of the day for right now. Some of the people I know will need to collect unemployment for right now until the situation is done with the virus and the companies can rehire people back to pay their bills.

First Christian Church of kirkwood. They will be moving from this location to the Little white Church in kirkwood shortly this month. 4-5-2020.
https://www.facebook.com/First-Christian-Church-of-Kirkwood-593970207412624

You can not know too many people who love the LORD. This is one of the reasons as to why we go to more than one church. We love to travel when we are able to. (right now due to the covi-19 pandemic we stay local.) Each pastor has his own way on delivering the message from GOD. Each Pastor has his own personality that will touch whomever needs to be touched by GOD’s words to lead them to HIM.

City CHurch first Assembly of GOD
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Stay in prayer and know that GOD is watching over us all and keeping us safe and not locked up! Thank you for coming by to read my blog, feel free to pass it forward and share the blessing of GOD’s word. 🙂

Peace!!!!!

Psalm 91:10

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Good morning everyone, I do pray that all is well with you all and that you are not struck by any kind of illness such as the covi-19.

Here in New York there is such a different way of life now since the virus made it to our shores. How we greet our loved ones to just even going to work and shopping for our food. Travel is different too, less traffic and conjestion to go through too. I do work for a hospital and even thugh I want to sell my handmade items, the main job is what is bringing in the money right now.

People are more focused on buying the things that they do need the most of. And this is understandable. The tear of the unknown has made people go on a mad panic rush to buy toilet tissue.

I don’t get the rush for that, but I do for food. You can always wash yourself with soap and water and a washcloth in the shower when you do not have toilet tissue. In fact you will be cleaner if you did. Here are some thoughts on this site on alternatives to toilet tissue. https://parade.com/1011639/nicolepajer/toilet-paper-alternatives/

Fear is not a good thing to fall into, it confuses the mind and will have you distacted from our GOD as the correct thing to do. I know when I am talking to peoplle I will mention theses verses you see pictured here from Psalms 91:10-11.

GOD’s word is awesome and perfectly to the point. With all of the virus concerns regarding this pandemic, we still need to listen to GOD first and foremost. Information that comes in through your tv, radio, or other media will need righteous discernment to make it through all of this, and we will.

For we leave our faith in our ever loving GOD and HE will and does steer us clear of all evil. You will be in awe when you see the blessing that our GOD has given you and me once you can say “wow, we all made it through!” To all of your loved ones and friends.

Helpful links to how to make your own products. If you have time on a weekend.

  1. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/a20705805/how-to-make-homemade-soap/
  2. https://youtu.be/kHZ9QNBc6so
  3. https://youtu.be/YHzAjgGYtDI

Use old towels cut up into small wash cloths to use for toilet paper. Wash them out well in soap and let them dry.

This is just some ideas to share with you all. If you all have ideas to share , let me know.

Keep your hands washed and be safe and sound. Pass it forward to share and bless others.

Peace!