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Blessed Beyond Measure

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Have you seen the pictures and videos of the complete and utter devastation in Japan?

Every time I look at a new video or group of pictures from the past few days in that country, I can’t help but look toward the sky and say “Thank You, Father for all of the wonderful blessings you’ve poured out on me!”

I find myself thinking of my beautiful, wonderful wife and how much I depend on her every day. I think of my awesome children who are all so healthy and full of life. I think of all the friends I have around me for support in so many areas of my life.

Then I realize how fragile all of that is and that at any moment it could all be gone. I am overwhelmed with gratitude for everything I have and am a part of.

Thank you, Father for everything you’ve blessed me with. May I never take any of your blessings for granted. Help me to always remember that “There, but for the grace of a loving God, go I.”

What are you thankful for? When was the last time you told them how grateful you are for them?

Tell them TODAY!!!

2011 Fasting…

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Many churches, ministries and individuals make it a custom to take the first few weeks of the new year to get themselves focused on what God is saying or wants to do over the coming 12 months. Many do this by the practice of fasting.

When I was first introduced to fasting, it was in a situation where there was no clear direction for the reasons for the fast and the  main focus was on what we “cut out” rather than whether or not God was actually speaking. It was more about who was the best “faster” than it was about becoming more sensitive to the Spirit’s voice in our lives.

This year, as our pastor; Bishop Tony Miller called our church to fast and pray for the first few weeks of this year, I asked God “Lord, what would you have me do this year?” His response was a surprise to me. I really felt the Lord lay heavily on my heart some things that I was supposed to add to my life for this fast rather than a set list of things that I was to take away from my life. I thought this was strange, but in learning about what fasting means, I discovered that fasting is simply the practice of getting my flesh in a position of greater sensitivity to the heart and voice of God.

You know what? It worked! Of course, there are some things that I decided to “stay away from” but those were just things like some time in front of the television or some food items (probably simply out of tradition),but the things that I felt the Lord wanted me to add to my daily routine have produced far greater results than the things I came up with to leave out of my routine.

I’d like to hear your thoughts on this.

Are you or have you been on a fast of any sort this month?

Have you done a traditional fast or has God laid something different on your heart?

What results have you seen? What has God spoken to you about your life, ministry, future, etc. as a result of you being more sensitive to hear his voice?

Ready… GO!