A RETREAT for WOMEN Pastors, Co Pastors, Associate Pastors
November 2 through November 4. Tellico Plains, Tennessee
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
YOU'VE GOT COFFEE!!!
Steppin' Out Blessed
August 27, 2009
Greetings in the Name of Jesus,
Most mornings I get up early, around 5 am, and I put on a pot of coffee. Then I read my Bible, pray, etc. One morning my coffee container was empty. I searched through the pantry and cabinets, but there was no back up supply.
So, I said to the Lord "That is Ok. I don't have to have coffee this morning". I proceeded to read my Bible and pray. I then began to praise Him and to worship my Lord, moving from the outer courts into the inner courts and going on into the most holy courts. What a wonderful experience, basking in the presence of the Holy Spirit and worshipping my Lord, forgetting all about the natural things, such as a cup of coffee!
Suddenly (and unexpectedly), God spoke to me these words .... "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE!"
I was a bit irritated at the interruption. I told Him I had forgotten all about not having coffee. Also that I didn't understand why He was interrupting my time of praise and worship by telling me I had coffee.
Once again He spoke, "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE"!
I said "OK, then tell me where it is".
He said "In your suitcase".
I went to check. Of course He was correct (like always). Don and I always take packages of coffee with us when we travel. There were packages of coffee in my suitcase from the last time trip we made.
I thanked Him for revealing to me that I had coffee, then prepared my coffee, and meditated on the lesson He was teaching me through this experience. Although I would have gone to the store when it opened and purchased coffee, He knew I enjoyed my morning coffee early. Therefore, as I concentrated on Him, loving, praising and worshiping Him, I didn't have to wait 3 or 4 hours for a cup of coffee. He not only knew I had coffee in the house, He also revealed where it was, even though it meant interrupting my special time of praise and worship of Him.
This may seem like a little thing to some people. However, I have learned that little things REALLY do matter. So I do not take anything for granted. I know that If GOD can reveal to me that I have coffee, He can (and will) reveal anything else that I need to know at the time I need to know it. Also, when we delight ourselves in Him, He will give us the desires of our heart. (Psalm 37:4)
Heavenly Father, thank you for reminding us that the atmosphere we allow around us determines the product we produce. Our persistence to be obedient to you wears out the resistance of the enemy. Help us to be persistent in seeking FIRST the kingdom of God and your righteousness, and to trust you to add all things unto us. (Matthew 6:33). As we read in Isaiah 55, your ways are not our ways. Your thoughts are not our thoughts. They are much higher, and they are the BEST every time. We love you and praise you, giving you all honor and glory, for you alone are worthy to receive all the honor, all the glory and all the praise. In Jesus name. Amen.
In His Service,
Opal
August 27, 2009
Greetings in the Name of Jesus,
Most mornings I get up early, around 5 am, and I put on a pot of coffee. Then I read my Bible, pray, etc. One morning my coffee container was empty. I searched through the pantry and cabinets, but there was no back up supply.
So, I said to the Lord "That is Ok. I don't have to have coffee this morning". I proceeded to read my Bible and pray. I then began to praise Him and to worship my Lord, moving from the outer courts into the inner courts and going on into the most holy courts. What a wonderful experience, basking in the presence of the Holy Spirit and worshipping my Lord, forgetting all about the natural things, such as a cup of coffee!
Suddenly (and unexpectedly), God spoke to me these words .... "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE!"
I was a bit irritated at the interruption. I told Him I had forgotten all about not having coffee. Also that I didn't understand why He was interrupting my time of praise and worship by telling me I had coffee.
Once again He spoke, "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE"!
I said "OK, then tell me where it is".
He said "In your suitcase".
I went to check. Of course He was correct (like always). Don and I always take packages of coffee with us when we travel. There were packages of coffee in my suitcase from the last time trip we made.
I thanked Him for revealing to me that I had coffee, then prepared my coffee, and meditated on the lesson He was teaching me through this experience. Although I would have gone to the store when it opened and purchased coffee, He knew I enjoyed my morning coffee early. Therefore, as I concentrated on Him, loving, praising and worshiping Him, I didn't have to wait 3 or 4 hours for a cup of coffee. He not only knew I had coffee in the house, He also revealed where it was, even though it meant interrupting my special time of praise and worship of Him.
This may seem like a little thing to some people. However, I have learned that little things REALLY do matter. So I do not take anything for granted. I know that If GOD can reveal to me that I have coffee, He can (and will) reveal anything else that I need to know at the time I need to know it. Also, when we delight ourselves in Him, He will give us the desires of our heart. (Psalm 37:4)
Heavenly Father, thank you for reminding us that the atmosphere we allow around us determines the product we produce. Our persistence to be obedient to you wears out the resistance of the enemy. Help us to be persistent in seeking FIRST the kingdom of God and your righteousness, and to trust you to add all things unto us. (Matthew 6:33). As we read in Isaiah 55, your ways are not our ways. Your thoughts are not our thoughts. They are much higher, and they are the BEST every time. We love you and praise you, giving you all honor and glory, for you alone are worthy to receive all the honor, all the glory and all the praise. In Jesus name. Amen.
In His Service,
Opal
Sunday, August 16, 2009
HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
Steppin' Out Blessed
August 16, 2009
Greetings my beloved brothers and sisters in the body of Jesus Christ,
I am meditating on the fact that Jesus loves me so much that He paid the ransom to purchase me for Himself with His precious Blood. In so doing He delivered me and set me free from satan's slave market. He has done, and continues to do, what no one else can do. I praise Him and give Him all the honor, all the praise and all the glory. He has no respect of persons. What He does for me, He will do for you. And what He does for you, He will do for me. O what a Saviour!
Lovingly and prayerfully I share with you words which Holy Spirit has placed in my heart. I pray they will strengthen and encourage you.
Thank GOD for the GIFT of FAITH!
FAITH is an action word. FAITH IN GOD will take you where you cannot go on your own. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH is a substance. We can't hold it in our hands or bottle it up in a jar. It is like the wind or electricity. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
We do not see FAITH with our natural eyes, but the effects and results of FAITH is manifest openly as common people are turned into uncommon, and ordinary people do extraordinary things. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH IN GOD will open doors that man has closed. FAITH IN GOD will silence your enemies which have worked against you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH IN GOD will overcome fear. GOD has something better for you, but you must reach for it. For without FAITH it is impossible to please Him. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH is the victory that overcomes the world. GOD responds to our FAITH IN HIM. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
What you think about most is what you have chosen to lead you. Set your affections on things above and seek first the kingdom of GOD. All things you need shall be added unto you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
God is mindful of all the time, money, talents, blood, sweat and tears that you pour into your life assignments. He has promised to justly recompense you for everything you have done and continue to do, with a right heart. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
May God continue to increase you and your children more and more in Jesus name.
In HIS service,
Opal
August 16, 2009
Greetings my beloved brothers and sisters in the body of Jesus Christ,
I am meditating on the fact that Jesus loves me so much that He paid the ransom to purchase me for Himself with His precious Blood. In so doing He delivered me and set me free from satan's slave market. He has done, and continues to do, what no one else can do. I praise Him and give Him all the honor, all the praise and all the glory. He has no respect of persons. What He does for me, He will do for you. And what He does for you, He will do for me. O what a Saviour!
Lovingly and prayerfully I share with you words which Holy Spirit has placed in my heart. I pray they will strengthen and encourage you.
Thank GOD for the GIFT of FAITH!
FAITH is an action word. FAITH IN GOD will take you where you cannot go on your own. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH is a substance. We can't hold it in our hands or bottle it up in a jar. It is like the wind or electricity. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
We do not see FAITH with our natural eyes, but the effects and results of FAITH is manifest openly as common people are turned into uncommon, and ordinary people do extraordinary things. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH IN GOD will open doors that man has closed. FAITH IN GOD will silence your enemies which have worked against you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH IN GOD will overcome fear. GOD has something better for you, but you must reach for it. For without FAITH it is impossible to please Him. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
FAITH is the victory that overcomes the world. GOD responds to our FAITH IN HIM. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
What you think about most is what you have chosen to lead you. Set your affections on things above and seek first the kingdom of GOD. All things you need shall be added unto you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
God is mindful of all the time, money, talents, blood, sweat and tears that you pour into your life assignments. He has promised to justly recompense you for everything you have done and continue to do, with a right heart. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!
May God continue to increase you and your children more and more in Jesus name.
In HIS service,
Opal
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
FOOD For THOUGHT
The worth of any relationship,
(spiritual, family, friend, ministry, or business)
is measured by its contribution to the priorities you establish in your life.
A person alone is an easy target for satan.
God draws people of like minded faith together
so we can stand in agreement on the Word of God.
The mind and imagination are God given tools.
The mind will grow any seed planted in it ... good or bad
We choose what we allow to grow in it, or what we weed out!
Everyone, no exception, sows seed every day.
Sowing bad seed stains the future with hurt and heartache.
Sowing good seed can release a thousand blessings!
Satan works through people, places and things to steal, kill and destroy.
Diligently discern and avoid undesirable influences and distractions
in order to give satan no place or space to work through you..
What happens to you is not as important as how you respond to it!
Your biggest problem can be changed into your greatest blessing.
For with GOD nothing is impossible.
May “The LORD bless you and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
The LORD lift up His countenance upon you,
And give you peace.”’ Numbers 6:24-26
Opal Dalton
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'If I can right a human wrong,
If I can help to make one strong,
If I can cheer with smile or song,
Lord, show me how.'
Kleiser
(spiritual, family, friend, ministry, or business)
is measured by its contribution to the priorities you establish in your life.
A person alone is an easy target for satan.
God draws people of like minded faith together
so we can stand in agreement on the Word of God.
The mind and imagination are God given tools.
The mind will grow any seed planted in it ... good or bad
We choose what we allow to grow in it, or what we weed out!
Everyone, no exception, sows seed every day.
Sowing bad seed stains the future with hurt and heartache.
Sowing good seed can release a thousand blessings!
Satan works through people, places and things to steal, kill and destroy.
Diligently discern and avoid undesirable influences and distractions
in order to give satan no place or space to work through you..
What happens to you is not as important as how you respond to it!
Your biggest problem can be changed into your greatest blessing.
For with GOD nothing is impossible.
May “The LORD bless you and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
The LORD lift up His countenance upon you,
And give you peace.”’ Numbers 6:24-26
Opal Dalton
====================================
'If I can right a human wrong,
If I can help to make one strong,
If I can cheer with smile or song,
Lord, show me how.'
Kleiser
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