What really matters in my living life is not how much I have left, but how am I going to use the time I have? "It is appointed unto man once to die and after that the judgment." God has made us know that one day we will give an account of what we have done in our lives. The earthly tent is temporary for we have an eternal tent in heaven. Our earthly body is being changed into a heavenly body that is eternal. God has made us for this purpose and has given us His spirit as our guarantee of what is to come.
1 Corinthians 3:12-13.... "If any man builds on this foundation (Jesus Christ) using gold silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, his work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each man's work."
Today, my desire is to please God, whether alive on the earth or in heaven. This song sums it up --"I'm yours Lord, everything I am, everything I'm not; I'm yours Lord, try me now and see if I can be completely Yours." Yes, I can say thank you Lord for the colon cancer and the times you brought me through. David faced a giant problem named Goliath and he said, "The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear, He will deliver me from the hand of the Philistine." 1 Samuel 17:37
My faith is in the hands of the Lord, He will deliver me from this giant in my life as I remember the times He has already delivered me from Satan's grip.
During the last 2 years, 2 Corinthians 1: 9-11 has been my lifeline to God's heart. "Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. On Him we have set our hope that He will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many."
This is the reason I have begun a blog...... to take you on a journey with me and to ask you for your prayers. God has promised to bless us as we trust Him-- no matter the outcome of our circumstances. He will bring joy and hope to our lives as we draw near to Him- daily.
I will share my wake up call with you next...
Gerald James
March 16, 2010
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ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! I know we will all enjoy reading your blog. You are in my thoughts all day as I work, when I am driving in my car, or just relaxing at home. I know that everyone in contact with you can feel and see God's love shining through you. I am praying for continued strength and faith for you on this journey, love Amy
Gerald, you are a blessing to all of us and sharing your journey in this way helps me feel connected, though I am so far away. Hope you feel the prayers and love and concern for you I have and we all have. Love you, Gail
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