Saturday, October 10, 2020

I’m giving my all to Jesus!... Right?

I mean, I’m wanting to, or at least thinking I’m wanting to. But then when I sit down and say, “what should I do for God?”, I draw blanks. Like, what should I be doing right this moment? I know according to His Word we should be spreading the Gospel, living a Godly life, repenting for the wrongs we do, doing our best to live peaceably with all men, praying, reading the Word/ meditating on those things we’ve learned, taking action on the things we have learned. In this alone there is so much that I could be doing that I shouldn’t sit around wondering, what I should be doing. I guess sometimes I just feel like I don’t know exactly which one of these I should be doing. As of late, I’ve been using this as an indicator that it’s time to pray. By praying, I usually get inspired and get direction. From there I know a little better what I should be doing. Part of my issue too is that I’m really logistical and perhaps a bit anxious and an over-thinker as well. So an allotted time period such as now (its currently 2:56pm and I have Church at 6pm) makes me a bit all over the place in my thoughts and translates in my action. I just want to do exactly what’s right at the exact time. Sometimes, it’s not about that. Sometimes it’s about living in the present, being selfless, and trusting in God’s plan. In doing that, we can better understand God’s purpose. Sometimes all of our busy-ness, is just that, busy-ness. It’s distracting us from what’s right in front of us. 

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Seek not riches and fame!

Matthew 10:24-25 KJV

The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord. It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant as his lord. "Jesus Christ"

This comes straight from the Master. Why then are people looking to become rich and famous in order to "bear fruit" or "spread the Gospel". Jesus did not seek fame nor riches, but the will of His Father. In doing so, He successfully completed His task on earth. Why is it that some that profess to be Christians seek their own will and what they think is doing Gods will, rather than spending time with the Father and learning His will for them, which is perfect for He is perfect. Seek not to be above your Master. We are to associate ourselves with the humble things (Romans 12:16). For the Lord said "the last shall be first, and the first last" (Matthew 20:16). Therefore if you wish to be great in Gods kingdom you must humble yourself, for Jesus came as the most humble and has been exalted on High.

And do remember that Jesus says "It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God" (Mark 10:25)

Peace be with you from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Jesus - The Promise!

This came to me as I prayed and envisioned the blood of Jesus as I pleaded His blood, I saw a rainbow... and all these dots connected.

On the cross, Jesus' side was pierced. 

His blood rained on me and reigned over me.

And as in the days of the flood, 

when the rainbow marked God's promise to mankind; 
Jesus the Son brighter than the sun, 
shines in Glory after the rain! 
I see the rainbow!

Thank the Lord!



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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

When I say I am Christian

So a friend of mine posted this poem on facebook and I fell in love with it right away. The author is Maya Angelou, but upon "googling" this title I came upon another author, Carol Wimmer. I'll post both versions so you can pick the one you like.

Maya Angelou:

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not shouting "I'm clean livin'."
I'm whispering "I was lost,
Now I'm found and forgiven."

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I don't speak of this with pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble
and need Christ to be my guide.

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not trying to be strong.
I'm professing that I'm weak
And need His strength to carry on.

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not bragging of success.
I'm admitting I have failed
And need God to clean my mess.

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not claiming to be perfect,
My flaws are far too visible
But, God believes I am worth it.

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I still feel the sting of pain.
I have my share of heartaches
So I call upon His name.

When I say... "I am a Christian"
I'm not holier than thou,
I'm just a simple sinner
Who received God's good grace, somehow!


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When I say, “I am a Christian”
I’m not shouting, “I’ve been saved!”
I’m whispering, “I get lost!
That’s why I chose this way”
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I don’t speak with human pride
I’m confessing that I stumble -
needing God to be my guide
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I’m not trying to be strong
I’m professing that I’m weak
and pray for strength to carry on
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I’m not bragging of success
I’m admitting that I’ve failed
and cannot ever pay the debt
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I don’t think I know it all
I submit to my confusion
asking humbly to be taught
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I’m not claiming to be perfect
My flaws are far too visible
but God believes I’m worth it
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I still feel the sting of pain
I have my share of heartache
which is why I seek His name
When I say, “I am a Christian”
I do not wish to judge
I have no authority
I only know I’m loved
Copyright 1988 Carol Wimmer

Saturday, April 14, 2012

My Cross I'll carry

When I think about Jesus on the cross I have no choice but to agree with the fact that "nails didn't hang Him there, Love did". You see, Christ set an example for us: through weakness, God shows His strength. If it wasn't for Christ's sacrafice, the people seeking salvation and righteous standing before God would have no hope. But through Christ's death, Christians can find LIFE.

Sometimes we have certain authority and power given to us by God that gets tested. And in those times of testing, we have to humble ourselves in order to show our weakness that God may show His strength. Of course this is not what we're taught in schools, but God "uses the foolishness of men to shame the wise" (1 Cor. 1:27). It is in our weakness that God operates and brings Himself glory. Because this shows true selflessness and love for others. Christ for example could've crushed the world at their mocking and brutal treatment but instead HUMBLY, He lowered Himself and accepted the harsh treatment that He may take our place and satisfy the cost of sin.

Now when we choose to follow Christ we will all have burdens. But we cannot allow these burdens to deter us from our narrow walk with Christ. This is why Christ says "if any one would come after me he must deny himself and take up his cross daily" (Mat 16:24). These burdens could be cravings for cigarretts, foul language, attititude problems, lustful ways, or anything else you had to put away when coming to Christ.

Denying yoursef = saying no to the flesh. Picking up your cross = saying God is mightier than this, and through my weakness He will show His strength. By one no longer swearing or quitting cigarretts cold turkey in faith, this can be a testimony to others who are struggling with the same issue, that there is a God in Heaven who is able to save and set free His people.

Sometimes though as in Christ's case, your cross is something you don't really deserve. But this cross can be crucial towards winning another or maybe many others over to the Kingdom of God. My cross includes a multiple amount of things. There's lust, rap, foul words, love for food, but there's one that is just something so hard to bear. This cross is too personal to share, but man its tough. All I can say is I KNOW there's a God in Heaven, because only HE could sustain me to bear it.

Jesus is worth the fight. God is worth the fight. The Kingdom is worth the fight. Once God has put His perfect Love and Joy in your heart, you will carry your cross no matter the distance. May you continue to fight the good fight! May God bless you and sustain you all. In the peace of Jesus, I bid you fair tidings.

Eddie

Monday, April 9, 2012

Psalm 52 (The goodness of God)


When the evil is so tempting
And my flesh rises against me
I know that I can count on the Lord, to give me strength.

When the world seems so confident,
in it's false and empty hopes,
I know that Jesus can show me the way.

Chorus:
The goodness of God endures continually.
He delivers me from my enemies.
Without You Lord, I don't know what I'd do.
Because your name is good, I will wait on You

My old pants don't fit

This morning I was having an "off" day. Everything just wasn't going "my way". I slept over my parents house because my wife and I were over with the baby and we spent too much time before leaving, so we decided it was best to stay. Well, this morning after showering, I tried on some old pants - AND THEY DIDN'T FIT! I was barely able to squeeze into my shoes, and I realized on my way to work that I forgot my glasses!

So I gchat my wife to tell her how "off" my day was today, and this is her response:


 erickabultron@gmail.com:  but guess what you didnt forget . YOUR JESUS
 me:  i feel discombobulated
 erickabultron@gmail.com:  ;)
 Hes right there with you and to Him your not discombobulated at all but one of His.
remember your gonna be walking  streets of gold
Lord willing ill be right there with ya
 me:  thx wife
i needed to hear that
 erickabultron@gmail.com:  of course your old pants dont fit you baby your a new CREATION!
 me:  haha amen!
 erickabultron@gmail.com:  but your holy garment fits you perfectly remember what your really wearing
<3

THANK GOD FOR A HOLY WIFE