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Bless

“Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you.”  Luke‬ ‭6‬:‭28‬ ‭NLT‬‬ In this world we have plenty of opportunities to practise this. Yesterday I caught a train that was supposed to go to a certain town and we were all taken off the train and bussed. There was bedlam. Bus drivers had been brought in and the train staff were given the role of sorting us into busses, except the information they were given was not thorough. Two of us had no one to take us and drivers were disputing who had to take us. Finally we arrived at the station. We then had three hours to wait for our next train. I went for a walk and brought food. The other traveller was a young man who had broken up with his partner and had no money. I shared. He was grateful! Once on the train I found myself in a carriage with a crazy electric door. People had to go through our carriage to the cafe. The door banged all night and even opened and banged when going around corners. We were rudely awaken around 1 am an...
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Peace and safety

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.” Psalms‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Trusting in the Lord alone is the best strategy. Other can and will fail you. People remember being double booked; a sudden, urgent need etc but with God He is always present and never later than He intends, not as  I demand. David was a warrior and constantly had enemies to fight. In this psalm he addresses God, then his enemies and then himself. He knows only God is faithful! Amen! Today I travel by train to Brisbane. I am looking for people to talk to. I am trusting God to keep me safe. He is good!
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A masterpiece

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭10‬ ‭NLT‬‬ A master craftsman makes vessels fit for a purpose. Our God has done just that with our lives. He has a divine plan and it is our challenge to discover that purpose and walk in it. I have seen beautiful works of art: vases, pots, paintings, clothing, landscapes. All of them are for the use of man. However, there is just one that was made for God’s greatest purpose, mankind. We are made in His image to display His glory. We have been crafted just right for that purpose. He wants His glory to shine. Our role is to do just that thing that will bring Him glory. Amen! May He be seen in me today!
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Humility

“So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James‬ ‭4‬:‭7‬ ‭NLT‬‬ A humble heart God can use. A humble heart says, ‘Lord You have your way and may Your will be done!’ A proud heart says, ‘I can do this, I will succeed!’ I have spent the week renewing bank cards, purchasing train tickets, renewing licences, Medicare and government entitlement cards, visiting people, walking my old dog, helping a friend clean out his house and tomorrow at my home church presenting a PowerPoint presentation of what I am doing in Nepal. I redid the presentation around three times until I sensed the Holy Spirit’s hand upon it. He knows what the heaters need to hear. He knows what He wants to say to people. Last night I was able to speak to my girlfriend’s daughter, who is unsaved. She is a teacher. I pray she hears what the Holy Spirit is saying. The time is short and she needs to welcome Jesus into her heart. Souls are what we are here on earth for. Jesus is the only sav...
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Above

“Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.”  Colossians‬ ‭3‬:‭2‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Being back in Australia and in my home town it is easy to think of things I need to do and buy for my trip to Denmark and then back to Nepal. However, my God’s mind is on people. I must keep my eyes on people and look for what He would have me say and do. God’s agenda is people’s hearts, knowing them and bringing them into eternity. Yesterday, I met many people. I talked to many people about what I needed them to do for me, but to none did I ask what I can do for them. When needing new licences, new credit cards etc when can be all business. However, what is God wanting to say to these people? He has something for everyone. Lord please keep me mindful of You and Your words to souls. Amen!
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Closeness

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭18‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Being a refugee in a foreign land and breaking your foot does not help. A refugee I know in Nepal just had this happen. He managed to eak out a small wage through labouring. However, a recent fall down stairs left him incapacitated. He reach out to me in Australia. I spoke with my friend and we sent finance to help. Whilst there is another couple who refuse to work and constantly ask for finance, this man is genuine. He sent photos to prove it. If no one cares what happens? We see plenty of needs constantly on social media. Some are fake. They are very good fakes, but fakes nonetheless.  However, when the wonderful God I know cares for the ails of one of His, so must I. He cares for me, but life is not just about me!  I must love justice and mercy! Amen!
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Glory

“Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will reveal to us later.” Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭18‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Many are suffering for their faith. Africa is particularly suffering terrorism. Asia is suffering from Muslim domination. Indian Christians are suffering from Hindu radicals and it is seeping into Nepal. Chinese Christians and North Korean Christians are being imprisoned for their faith. Now, the western church is suffering persecution for making stands for Christ. Laws to inhibit are being made. The lawless one is sneaking into churches and teaching false doctrines. The end is near! We see the world turn against Israel. The nations will come against her as if to wipe her out and will be dealt with by her God alone. Ezekiel 38 and 39 are fast approaching, as is 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17. The church will soon disappear, ushering in the Tribulation. Are you ready? The glory that Paul speaks about is the glory we will experience in the Rapture. Jesus will take his church to Himself....
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