There is a name, that is so precious. That name is Jesus. The name above every name. The one who gave His life for me. At the name of Jesus, every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that He is Lord.
The day will come when every knee will bow in heaven, and on earth, and underneath the earth (Philippians 2:10) and will give Jesus the respect that is due to Him. I don't know about you, but that is so profound to me.
That means;
Those who believe He is just a prophet.
Those who worship Mary, mother of Jesus.
Those who believe that He is Michael, the archangel.
If you believe that Jesus is no more than a messenger.
Atheists
Evolutionists
Mary Baker Eddy
Joseph Smith
Charles Taze Russell
Confuscious
You will all bow down to Jesus Christ, the Son of God and your tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Not might bow down or maybe confess. Will bow down and shall confess. Jesus, the one who died on the cross for sinners like you and me. Jesus, who sits at the right hand of God.
Jesus, the one who walks on water.
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Peace Be With You: Prayer Warrior
Calling all prayer warriors. How would you like to help change the world, one prayer at a time? Now is your chance to join a network of prayer partners at Peace Be With U. I became a prayer partner about a week ago and let me tell you, it really blesses me to be able to stand in the gap for hurting people. If you would like to be a prayer warrior, click here Peace Be With U Ministry. There are other ways to help people through Peace Be With U so please get involved any way that you can. Help make a difference in the lives of others.
If you are standing in need of prayer, click here Prayer Request.
If you are standing in need of prayer, click here Prayer Request.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Genuinely Fake
Be so familiar with the truth that when you encounter a lie, it sets off an alarm in your soul. Falsehood can manifest itself in many different roles and sometimes the perpetrator is the one in the mirror. Yep, you. It's funny how you cannot see yourself w/o looking in the mirror or seeing your reflection. Be sure to look at your reflection (yourself) often.
Let's face it, everyone lies. Yep I said it. You, me, she and they. We all lie at one time or another. A 2 year old child lies w/o fully understanding that it's wrong. A child does not have to be trained to be disobedient, that comes naturally. We are born sinners. The wicked are estranged from the womb, those who speak lies go astray from birth. Psalm 58:3 For a better understanding of what this verse means, I suggest you do your research. Studying God's word is the best way to learn. When you study His word, you will not be easily deceived.
We are all capable of lying. Most people do not like to lie but will sometimes lie to avoid conflict (the peacemaker). They may be known to withhold the truth by not speaking up or revealing what they know even when it's necessary. That is a form of lying or faking, ok.
Then there are those who practice lying as a regular way of life. They are constantly trying to come up with ways to deceive people. They are fake and appear to be something that they are not. For some, lying is how they make money, it's their full time job. Some people lie for power. False witnesses come to deceive people about God's word. They want to control people. This is what I call faking it to make it.
Recently there was a report on the news about the "fake red sole shoes". You know, the french shoe designer Christian Louboutin? All of his shoes have a signature bright red sole. People were making a profit by selling counterfeit Louboutin's. They deceived the public who believed that they were getting a great deal for the real thing. The garment districts are notorious for this.
I used to work at a credit union and me and 2 other women taught a few classes on how to identify counterfeit money, bad checks and fake identification. I taught the part of the class regarding counterfeit money. Everyone was surprised to see the depths that people go to get money. There are so many security features on real paper money that makes it difficult to duplicate. But if you don't know the real thing, you will accept the counterfeit. By the time you realize it's a fake, it may be too late and you are left with something that is of no value to you.
In this life, you will encounter perpetrators whether it be "fake people", "fake money", or "fake things". They are so good at what they do that it's not always obvious at first. We must watch the company we keep. Some people are really good at appearing genuine or real (actors). When you find out who they really are, you feel betrayed. Don't ignore your instincts. That's the red flags and alarms that go off when you are in the presence of something or someone that isn't genuine or real.
Is it you? Sometimes we lie to ourselves. We act differently than how we feel. Acting, faking, deceiving, lying, call it what you want. If you struggle with telling the truth talk to God about it. Ask Him for forgiveness and to help you change your life. You can avoid it all by Keepin It Real and trusting God no matter what.
From My Soul To Yours ©
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I Forgive You courtesy of:
PeaceBeWithU.com
We are all capable of lying. Most people do not like to lie but will sometimes lie to avoid conflict (the peacemaker). They may be known to withhold the truth by not speaking up or revealing what they know even when it's necessary. That is a form of lying or faking, ok.
Then there are those who practice lying as a regular way of life. They are constantly trying to come up with ways to deceive people. They are fake and appear to be something that they are not. For some, lying is how they make money, it's their full time job. Some people lie for power. False witnesses come to deceive people about God's word. They want to control people. This is what I call faking it to make it.
Recently there was a report on the news about the "fake red sole shoes". You know, the french shoe designer Christian Louboutin? All of his shoes have a signature bright red sole. People were making a profit by selling counterfeit Louboutin's. They deceived the public who believed that they were getting a great deal for the real thing. The garment districts are notorious for this.
I used to work at a credit union and me and 2 other women taught a few classes on how to identify counterfeit money, bad checks and fake identification. I taught the part of the class regarding counterfeit money. Everyone was surprised to see the depths that people go to get money. There are so many security features on real paper money that makes it difficult to duplicate. But if you don't know the real thing, you will accept the counterfeit. By the time you realize it's a fake, it may be too late and you are left with something that is of no value to you.
In this life, you will encounter perpetrators whether it be "fake people", "fake money", or "fake things". They are so good at what they do that it's not always obvious at first. We must watch the company we keep. Some people are really good at appearing genuine or real (actors). When you find out who they really are, you feel betrayed. Don't ignore your instincts. That's the red flags and alarms that go off when you are in the presence of something or someone that isn't genuine or real.
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| If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 |
Starla
Danielle Espinoza
Following photo:
I Forgive You courtesy of:
PeaceBeWithU.com
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Bloggers in God: God Desires Your Heart ©
Here is my Wednesday post for Bloggers In God, 7/4/12.
Bloggers in God: God Desires Your Heart ©: Today's post comes from Starla at Keepin It Real freecodesource.com When I read the bible, it really comes alive and spe...
Bloggers in God: God Desires Your Heart ©: Today's post comes from Starla at Keepin It Real freecodesource.com When I read the bible, it really comes alive and spe...
Thursday, June 14, 2012
My Father's Business ©
We are NEVER alone, No NEVER! God is always in our midst. All you have to do is call on Him and He will fill the void in your life. Whether it be emptiness, despair, depression, anxiety or loneliness, call on Jesus.
We have no need to worry , fret, or fear. Call on Jesus. It is by God's grace that I am able to do anything. He speaks to me all the time. He has chosen me to work for Him. I am so honored to be a vessel for the Lord. He is in the business of repairing, sustaining, comforting, healing, and more.....
The main requirement is to love Him with all my heart and soul. When you love God, you will know that all He needs is your heart. Once you have given Him your heart the desire that He has carefully placed there will be employed by Him. If your desire is to sing for Him, go into the mission fields, preach His word, exhort His people, serve others, He will bring it to pass because it brings Him glory. It's all for His kingdom.
So....even though I may not be qualified to be the CEO of a company, He has qualified me as the CEO of the desire that He has carefully placed in my heart! It is my job to trust Him, obey Him, believe His promises and leap out in faith.
My job is to be about My Father's Business. What about you?
In this new life one's nationoality or race or education or social position is unimportant; such things mean nothing. Whether a person has Christ is what matters and He is equally available to all! Colossians 2:11
From my soul to yours,
Starla Danielle Espinoza
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We have no need to worry , fret, or fear. Call on Jesus. It is by God's grace that I am able to do anything. He speaks to me all the time. He has chosen me to work for Him. I am so honored to be a vessel for the Lord. He is in the business of repairing, sustaining, comforting, healing, and more.....
The main requirement is to love Him with all my heart and soul. When you love God, you will know that all He needs is your heart. Once you have given Him your heart the desire that He has carefully placed there will be employed by Him. If your desire is to sing for Him, go into the mission fields, preach His word, exhort His people, serve others, He will bring it to pass because it brings Him glory. It's all for His kingdom.
So....even though I may not be qualified to be the CEO of a company, He has qualified me as the CEO of the desire that He has carefully placed in my heart! It is my job to trust Him, obey Him, believe His promises and leap out in faith.
My job is to be about My Father's Business. What about you?
In this new life one's nationoality or race or education or social position is unimportant; such things mean nothing. Whether a person has Christ is what matters and He is equally available to all! Colossians 2:11
From my soul to yours,
Starla Danielle Espinoza
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Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Bloggers in God: Hitchhikers
Here is my weekly post at Blogger's In God. Enjoy and whatever you do, watch out for the hitchhiker of your soul.
Bloggers in God: Hitchhikers: Today's post comes from Starla at Keepin It Real
Bloggers in God: Hitchhikers: Today's post comes from Starla at Keepin It Real
Monday, May 21, 2012
The Purpose of Money; Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:12
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| King Solomon's Temple |
In week 5 of our bible study, "A Life Well Lived" King Solomon schooled us on the topic of money. Complete this phrase:
If only I had ______________, then I'd be happy. There is always something better in our minds. Satisfaction is only guaranteed for a little while. Let me keep it real, I wouldn't mind having a BMW or a bigger house but I am thankful and grateful for what I do have, no matter what. I used to tell myself that if I could just win the lottery, I can help so many people but God never asked me to do his job. When He does inspire me to do something, please believe He will give me the resources to do it. Something more like common sense than money.
In Ecclesiastes 5:10 he says, "He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves abundance with its income. This too is vanity." Bottom line: We always tend to think of something better than what we already have.
In 5:11 he goes on to say, "When good things increase, those who consume them increase. So what is the advantage to their owners except to look on?" Bottom line: Don't let what you don't have take away from the joy of what you do have.
6:7 says, "All a man's labor is for his mouth and yet the appetite is not satisfied." Bottom line: Once you have eaten, you will eventually be hungry again. The concept is the same for everything. How many times have you desired something and once you have gotten it, eventually you want something new or better than what you already have? I know none of you are like that but I'm just sayin.
6:9 "What the eye sees is better than what the soul desires." Bottom line: What you see in front of you is what you already have, which isn't always good enough. You always want more and more of what you don't have and your soul seems to desire what you don't have.
My take away from this entire lesson is: Money fails, homes fail, cars fail, people fail but God never fails and He will supply your every need if you get out of His way. The best things in life really are free.
From my soul to yours,
Starla Danielle Espinoza
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