In Everything Give Thanks!

This was one of those days that you could write home about! WOW! It was really great! Work went smoothly for a change, it just seemed everything worked out right!

The Bible tells us in Thessalonians, "in everything Give Thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus Concerning you!" I realized something today in the midst of all the hustle and bustle that we ought to remember to thank God for the good days, and during the bad days remember the good ones so we can find something to thank God for!

I'm not too much into "positive thinking", however, I've learnt that if you set your mind frame to think joyfully, thankfully, and in a positive and cheerful maner that the day usually turns out much better than if you don't really determine to look at life any particular way.

We all know that a grumpy person tends to get grumpier, so that same should hold true for that of a person with a thankful and cheerful outlook on life!

So, here is my challenge to you! Instead of just letting life slip by tonight and tommorrow change your frame of mind and be thankful in every situation, be cheerful, kind and curtious, and finally put a big smile one your face. Next, go out the front door, and go conquer your day in Jesus Name!

I Dare you to try this! I can garantee it will change your life! (PS> if it doesn't work for you, you've missed something very important so go back and try again!)

Yours with a thankful heart!
Pastor Fred

What's In Your Mind!

One of the main ways the devil attacks people is through implanting thoughts in our minds!

Beware of this deadly trick. It has the ability to ruin your life in the matter of minutes!

For example, last night for no real apparent reason my temper just blew up! I got a bit nasty with my kids for a bit until I realized that I don't act like this. Normally I'm pretty calm, and my tempt takes along time to blow if ever. I began to rebuke this state of mind, and pray in Jesus Name, and it wasn't very long until I was at peace again and calm.

If during the run of a day you begin to think weird stuff, things that you normally wouldn't, try talking to Jesus about it. He has this amazing ability to turn your life around, and calm your mind and spirit! Cast all your care upon Him for He Cares for you!

Check what's on your mind, and steer clear of the devils devices!

Yours for a peaceful mind,
Pastor Fred

What side of the bed do you like?

Here is a thought for you to ponder? When you get up in the morning, which side is more common, the grumpy side or the happy side?

How you get up in the morning can determine how you spend the rest of the day. If you wake up grumpy it can be most difficult to put a true joyful smile on you face. Unless of course your boss gives you a 25% raise, your wife cooks our favorite breakfast, or you win the lottery! (you get the point!)

My suggestion this morning, and a lovely one it is, is to make up your mind first thing that your are going to have a great day, and you most definitely will! Determine that nothing is going to give you the blues, make you upset or cause you loose your temper. When you make this kind of resolution, and then ask Jesus to give you a helping hand there isn't anything that can stop you!

And if you like good music tune into www.klove.com for you listening pleasure, and it will help make you smile, and even laugh throughout your day!

God Bless and Happy Mood Change!

Pastor Fred

Humming your way to a smile!

Yesterday morning I began singing some of the old hymns, which have some beautiful words, and great stirring tunes! Hymns such as: "I am Thine oh, Lord", "Draw me nearer", "Isn't He Wonderful!" What a great way to start a morning! It puts a smile on the face, stirs up the spirit, sets a wonderful mood for the day, and connects one with Jesus!

A scripture comes to mind: "And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. " Ephesians 5:18-20

Why do most people go to the club and have a beer or wine? Couple reasons: 1. They are going to have a good time, and unload from a long day or week. 2. They are trying to forget a bad time or something that is bothering them. In other words they aren't happy and they are trying to be happy!

They easiest and best way to a smile is to sing a song in your heart to the Lord! Something fast or slow, that really doesn't matter. What matters is that its a song you like, and that uplifts your spirit!

That is one reason why I listen to www.klove.com on me computer at home and work. Because it helps put an uplifting song in my soul. From there it grows and helps keep the whole day in focus and enjoyable!

Try it sometime and you will soon be humming your way to a smile!

Yours for Christ,

Pastor Fred