Power belongs to God

27 Wednesday 2011

“Power belongs to you, God, 
and with you, Lord, is unfailing love”; 
and, “You reward everyone 
according to what they have done.” Psalm 62:11-12

        Power, authority, supremacy, commanding power, ego , supreme domination etc–

        rules the world.-

Nothing progresses,... anywhere and everywhere- in all aspects-.... without power- politics.

starting from home to governmental organization-power and authority takes charge.and often serve as a deciding factor.

       We rarely realize that the Power belongs to GOD

        Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: 
        Who created all these? 
“He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. 
Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing”. Isaiah 40:26

          Moreover with filthy power of the world, we can see many evils moving about such as- 

          bias –mindedness, partiality, prejudice, bribery, injustice, preconceived notions  

          discrimination based on caste ,creed and religion,  etc  etc .

          Completely overruling the power of God.

          You have a wonderful GOD who can teach you,

          how to move around and survive in this world.

^“ For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome,   who shows no partiality and accepts no bribes”. Deuteronomy 10:17

Watch for confirmations in the Bible.

“LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, 
   for everything in heaven and earth is yours. 

 LORD, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all. 
Wealth and honor come from you; you are the ruler of all things. 
In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all. 

 Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name.” 1 Chronicles 29:11-13

 

“The Almighty is beyond our reach and exalted in power; 
   in his justice and great righteousness, he does not oppress”. Job 37:23

A flower @ succulent plant @ kodaikanal-TamilNadu

“For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.”II Chronicles 16:9

       

   Let us go right into the presence of God

   with sincere hearts fully trusting Him.                      

The Sovereignty of God..

26 Tuesday 2011­ 

….they will know that I am the LORD. Ezekiel 38:23

      God has a unique way of making himself known to the people who call on him and listen to His words. you have to seek God-  so that you can see the deliverance.  

Our God has done great and marvelous things since ages. No one has done so far or in near future – because HE is Omnipotent.

  “…..the Lord, who does these things, 
things that have been known for ages. Acts 15:17

Never mind if you cannot make out everything, so long as you know that our Creator is the Sovereign Lord, who is still in control, over everything.

you can relax  and walk happily, ’cause God cares for you. 

Trust and obey. There is no other way.

  ”Let all the earth fear the LORD; 
   let all the people of the world revere him”. Psalm 33:8

  “Come, let us bow down in worship, 
   let us kneel before the LORD our Maker; for he is our God 
   and we are the people of his pasture, 
   the flock under his care”. Psalm 95:6

Jesus said…..“With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.”Mark 10:27

Nothing is out of reach as long as we can reach our Heavenly Father, and we can. Jesus said,” I am the way”

Mountainous area @ kodaikanal-TamilNadu

So,no more boasting about men!.... Look at all thatwe have missed by not looking to God.

”God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ”.

 

 

 

The Sovereignty of God

25-Monday 2011-

“The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it, 
   the world, and all who live in it; Psalm 24:1

 for he founded it on the seas and established it on the waters.---

 

         Remember we have been purchased not with gold or silver but with the precious blood of Christ.

 

         Our life revolves around Him, who created us and the world we live in. So a lot depends on our attitude towards God’s word and His guidance.

           Anything or anybody you put ahead of God will be left behind. Hence look up to Jesus for everything

 “Ah, Sovereign LORD, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” Jeremiah 32:17

             Life Actually is made to revolve around God, and when it takes the wrong course , we run into reverses. God can do anything, and without Him, we can do nothing.

^“ For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. Colossians 1:16

Hill view@ Kodaikanal -TAMIL NADU

          God has a copyright on all creations in this world. Man merely explores, or makes the discovery.

 

         Once  you are called  as a child of God  with God –as His children ,we should not have any trouble to listen and obey God.

        Happy is the man who can recognizes who holds the whole world the palm of His hands.

 

 

 

Be still, and know that I am God

24 Sunday 2011    Be still, and know that I am God 

 

You are the chosen one. God, the creator of heaven and earth is your Heavenly Father.

He knows you well- and has a blue-print of your life plan.  

God can do any things; no purpose or plans of God in the blue- print  can be let down. 

Read the verse and feel the mighty power of God

 

            “Be still, and know that I am God; 
              I will be exalted among the nations, 
              I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10

“. ….For what god is there in heaven or on earth  who can do the deeds and mighty works you do? Deuteronomy 3:24  

You can realize His greatness and His strength ,

 He has power over the nature- No hi-tech or intelligence or research can over -rule God’s plan.

  “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Exodus 14:13-14

What a promise to give us the inner strength.

we may have Egyptians like problems in this world-

Learn to be still and know the power of God.

Whatever may be your circumstances God can untangle the knots.

All the last fortunes may be restored back to you.

 It is true- you will be like a person awakened from a  lovely  dream,to feel that God has done great things.

Read the verse and praise God and know that God is good all the times.

 

“When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, 
   we were like those who dreamed, Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy……

   “The LORD has done great things for them.” 

 The LORD has done great things for us, 
   and we are filled with joy. Psalm 126:1-3

 Be assured – God has told you to be still and to see the Power of God.

You can claim the Promise and pray . It is for you

 

“No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life.

As I was with Moses, so I will be with you;

I will never leave you nor forsake you.  

Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. 

Joshua 1:5

Dark & misty dawn among eucalyptus trees @ kodaikanal ,TamilNadu

 

   Rejoice in the Lord!

 

 

You are mine-Do not be afraid

23 Saturday2011-  

As a human, with multiplicity of errands like–fear, frustration, uncertainty, risks etc which dominates the mind –leading us with confusion and upsetting our routine- Realize as a child of God you are made in a very special way. You are God’s child The chosen one.

 Have you ever thought about the way, how God created you?

God made you in His own image as a beautiful person.

Bible confirms that. read the verse-            

…… “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, (Genesis 1:26)

  
   ….he who made you, who formed you in the womb, 
       Isaiah 44:2- 

 

……. formed my inward parts;
         God covered you in your mother’s womb.
Praise God, for you are fearfully and wonderfully made;
          your frame was not hidden from God’s sight,
God’s eyes saw you in your mother’s womb. yet unformed.
                  The day you are fashioned you and  me are written, in GOD"S book
              Marvelous are His  works, Psalm 139:13-16

…..He who took me out of my mother’s womb. ..(Psalm 71:6)

 God has made you a special person to fulfill His will - It is rather a privilege…...........

         You are special, don’t ever forget it! 

Never let yesterday's disappointments overshadow   tomorrow's blessings.

Then what makes you to be afraid of?

He upheld since your birth and have carried you since you were born. (Isaiah 46 :3)  

Praise God for his unfailing love and concern.

Thank God with Grateful heart.

…the LORD your God carry you, as a father carries his son.

“Fear not ,for I have redeemed you

a creeper in full blossom  in my backyard @Tirunelveli - Tamil nadu

  and I have called you by name,

  you are Mine.(Isaiah 43:1)

“….I have called you by name;

   I have named you,

  though you have not known me.”(Isaiah 45:4)

                    BE OF GOOD CHEER!

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;

22 Friday2011

                      I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; 
                      I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Psalm 32:8

Most of the answers to life’s questions are lost because we keep leaning on our own understanding or sometimes taking the advices of those who are in the dark.

Lean not on  your understanding or on others.

     The LORD knows all human plans; 
     he knows that they are futile. (Psalm 94:11)

Read the Bible daily and apply it to your every day need.  

 Love your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. 

      The Bible states,

             “I am the LORD your God, 
               who teaches you what is best for you, 
               who directs you in the way you should go”( Isaiah 48:17)

 Since He watches over us and counsels us all the times, 

          He will never leave us to go astray.

          He is there watching over you without any time- log.—

          He who watches over you will not slumber; 

Remember this promise:

      “Whether you turn to the right or to the left,

       your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying,

       This is the way; walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21. ---this seems to be a clear guidance to follow.

 We need a clear memory of God’s past blessings, that  will keep us from panic at the thought of presence of  present day problems.

 Jesus is still the same even today --- leading you and putting you in the right path as per HIS will and plan.

    Submit to God for Guidance and tell Him,-

      Show me your ways, LORD, 

Ghat Road @Kodaikanal hills -Tamil Nadu

        teach me your paths. 
        Guide me in your truth and teach me, 
      for you are God my Savior, 
  and my hope is in you all day long. Psalm 25:4

             Enlarge your faith and walk forward,

            JESUS is right there to help you.

Wait on the Lord

21 Thursday 2011

Wait on the Lord and He shall strengthen you. Psalm 27:14

Rose bud--waiting to bloom.

Spend time with God’s word. 

He speaks through the Bible – His word.

Listen to his voice. He speaks encouragement, faith, confidence, forethought and insight into your heart.

         Read the BIBLE and PRAY daily .

Allow God to strengthen you!

“Trust in the Lord and do good, Delight yourself also in the Lord and He shall give you the desires of the heart. Commit your ways to the Lord … and He shall bring to pass,.” .Psalm 37:3-5

 Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him……. do not fret… because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass.(Paslm37:7)

              Wait on the Lord and keep His way, and

              He will exalt you to inherit the given promises.

             There is a good reason to wait on the Lord --

 Bible tells that” Behold God is Mighty, but despises no one; He is Mighty in strength of understanding”. Job 36:5

               Always remember to wait patiently on God, knowing his POWER.

“Therefore the Lord will wait that He may be gracious to you; and therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you .For the Lord is a God of justice; blessed are those who wait on Him”. Isaiah 30:18

  “but those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run out and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint”. Isaisah 40:31

             Cheer Up! You are a chosen one

                          I will wait on you, 
                                 Master and draw me closer to you
                                           through all the circumstances.

I will show them wonders

20 July 2011

“….I will show them wonders”.Micah 7:15

 In the world we are encircled by numerous forces, a typical –mix of good and bad-which may tend to block or lead or spoil the routine of our daily life.

We face a lot of uncertain thing at home, in the family, at the work place or just as they are--  coming from nowhere?    

Matters may seem to go out of the way, getting worse, it may pressurize you-- no way to turn or to solve and resolve our situation. 

No matter how things look like, keep your eyes on the Lord who has created you and cares for you. He can work miracles out of nothing or from   nowhere… because HE is the Master of the universe.

             Is there anything we need to know in order to see miracles happen in our lives?

Yes, Seek the kingdom of God with your whole heart.

God alone is capable of working wonders, and help you and all who ask with faith. Do you want to obtain that unfailing love--- you have to go to the Throne of Grace.

Orchid @Kodaikanal.TamilNadu

     God’s Grace is sufficient- it can sustain us in this world.

         Nothing else is needed to hold on, if you can get that Grace.

     God performs miracles to help His people,

          to reveal Himself to them, or

              to prove to them that He is God Almighty.  

Blessed be the Lord God, the God of Israel, who only does wondrous things! Psalm 72:18

Always remember the marvelous works which God has done in our life. His mercy endures forever.

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Is there anything too hard for me?

19July 2011

” Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is there anything too hard for me?”Jeremiah32:27

Weigh your problems against His promise….  and believe to get an answer….

    everything is possible for  the person who believes Jesus from the bottom of his heart..  

God has all authority in heaven and on earth and He can execute any promise that He has made.

You know, that all things God works for the good .

No turning back  or looking ahead.

Learn to lean on Him during your difficult times.

         Do not take it upon yourself  or

         Do not  try to give God  a path to move  or

         A time schedule  to complete  or

        Do not  suggest God, the tools He has to use to solve the problem.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because He cares for you” I Peter 5:7

It is never meant for us to bear the burden of life alone, but rather, to share them with God, 

who understands  you better than any human and  knows your strengths and your weaknesses.

The Lord has the answers to every problem of life and God can do anything.

On the authority of God’s Word, our needs can be met by means that will surpass  the imagination of man.

christmas flower ,Kodaikanal-Tamil Nadu

You can believe JESUS  for  miracles in your life.

“For nothing is impossible with God”Luke1:37

   So ask and it will be given to you,

     Seek and you will find,

        Knock and the door will be opened to you.

Forget all the formalities and just tell God what you feel, and what you want.

‘God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Jesus Christ’.Philippians 4:19.
             if you want miracles ,God expect you to   abide in Him and in His Words.


"if you abide in Me,and My words abide in you.
      you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done"John15:7

....for the battle is not yours but God's.

18July 2011

Blessed be the Lord who trains my hands for war and my fingers for battle.

  Psalm 144:1

There is no victory without a battle.

The Lord allows battles, problems and even enemies in our daily life.

He allows them, so that you might learn and   know the Mighty power of God and His victory. 

Every time when you face such a circumstances …..

             remember that you are advancing to a higher level, in the ladder of success and authority over evil things.  

In  fact, it is the toughest time to realize and to pass through…

Praise the Lord when you see a blessing every time an enemy is turned down.

“…In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world”.John16:33

               The Lord says ‘Do  not be afraid and dismayed,…….for the battle is not yours but God's’. II Chronicles20:15

               Fix your eyes on Jesus and

               He will give you the strength, courage, wisdom and

               help to overcome the enemy.—

               whether BIG ? or small !!!!…..

   Fear not, the Battle is the Lord’s.

  He will not allow you to be ashamed.

        Cheer-up!   The victory is always yours ( and the Lord's.)

Lord carries you through in  every difficult  situation ,

 just to makes  you stronger still....

Light house @ Kovalam beach . Kerala

         HIS name be glorified.