Time

          

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:  A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;                                                                       Ecc 3:1-2

In this study, I want to focus on verse 2 that says a time to be born and a time to die. Concerning a time to be born, let's look at the birth of a child. The birth of a child is a happy occasion. Usually, when a baby comes into this world. It's a time of festivities, a time of rejoicing. Everyone is happy.

A time to die. Death is associated with sadness, loss, and grieving. We have homecoming funerals for the Christian believer, but that does not alleviate the sad feelings of joy. It leads to broken hearts, wounded emotions and great sadness. Some people never recover from a loss of a loved one.

I want to address the subject of having a long life. God wants us to have a long life. We don't have to walk in uncertainly or fear. Please join us and find out how God wants to bless us. Click the link below. God bless.

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Why Your Prayers are not answered...part 2

Greetings. Are you having a hard time getting your prayers answered? You are not alone. We have all been there. Let's look at the verse below--

Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. (Phil 4:11)

The Apostle Paul was writing this letter from jail. He could have complained, but he did not. He said that he was a prisoner of the Lord. (Eph 4:1) He refused to allow the circumstances to dictate his level of Joy.  He had control of his mind, will, and emotions. 

He captured his thoughts and arrested them, conforming them to the obedience of the Lord! He refused to complain because he trusted in the Lord. He learned the secret of being content. Let's learn from Paul's example.

Complaining will get you nowhere. It will open the door to severe consequences. When you pray, what are your motives? Will it be used for the glory of the Lord or for yourself? Many of our prayers are not answered because our motives are not right. (James 4:3)

Please click on the video link below to learn more about the power of contentment. God bless.