He will satisfy

 It has been a while since my last post; things have been busy, with Thanksgiving and kids out of school and so much more. However, I am not complaining about being busy; I am a little disappointed in my time management though. It seems that I should be getting a lot more done than I am but I am not. Ever been there?

I think we all go through periods when we are constantly tired, forever pushing forward, but seeing little results. It is in these times that it feels as if we are a vehicle stuck in the mud, spinning our tires. We are moving really fast but we don't seem to be getting anywhere.

The word for today is Jeremiah 31:25, ESV, which reads, "For I will satisfy the weary soul, and every languishing soul I will replenish."

When we are busy doing GOD'S work, He will give us the strength and the necessities to see it through. If we are diligent and persistent to seek and to do His good will, there will be nothing lacking that is needed to get the job done. It may seem as if we are not accomplishing anything or that we are stuck spinning our wheels, but GOD is at work and we are His tool; let Him use you.

On the other hand, I have to be sure that what I am doing is what He would have me to do. It is during these times of busyness that I really need to stop and evaluate what I am busy doing, and why. I can rest assured that if I am busy doing His work, He will satisfy and replenish my soul.

Be Blessed,

Mickey T

And, that is a promise

 I try to never make a promise that I can't keep. It is easy to tell people, "And, I promise," knowing that things that are outside of our control can, and will arise, causing us to have to "break" our promise. So, I try not to make promises that I may not be able to keep.

Now, there are things that I can promise with absolute certainty. I promise that I will always love my family. We will have times when we may not "like" each other, but, I will ALWAYS love them. I promise that I am going to try to serve my SAVIOR, though, sometimes, I will stray and even break that promise. But, GOD has given us promises, and He will keep them all...

Today's word is Romans 4:21, NKJV, reads, "and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform."

GOD has made us promises that He will always keep. The Bible tells us that GOD cannot lie; He is incapable of making a promise and not keeping it. And, even more than that, He is GOD; He is able to do exceedingly, abundantly more than anything we could ever think, dream, or imagine. We can rest assured that what GOD has promised, He will perform.

In life, people will break their promises, including us. Sometimes, those broken promises are inadvertent and unintentional, but, they are no less broken. However, we can know with certainty that GOD will keep every promise He has ever made. And, that is a promise.

Be Blessed,

Mickey T 

Keep Doing It

2020 has been a very interesting year, to say the least. We have had some challenges physically, socially, economically, internationally, politically. We have gotten to know the names of people that we probably never would have known without the events of this year. 

When I see the name Dr. Fauci, I know that this is a guy that knows a lot of stuff about infectious disease. He has studied this subject for years, and we have listened to him direct us through the worst pandemic in our lifetimes. His job is really important. You know what, so is what you do...

Today's word is a quote from William James that I am sure I have used before but is more relevant today than ever: "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."

For everyone out there doing what you do, trust me, it is important. For every parent, every child, every neighbor, every friend, everyone that is doing anything, makes a difference. I know that my life would not be as good and as comfortable and as easy without each person doing what they do. 

GOD has called us all for such a time as this. He has us where He intends us to be right now. There is nothing more important than to serve Him faithfully in whatever we do. You may think that you are just one of millions; but, to some people, you are one in a million. Remember, what you do and who you are is important. Keep doing it.

Be Blessed,

Mickey T

Victory is Ours

 Well, our football season came to an end this weekend, with a 40 - 41 lose in four (4) overtimes. Our boys played extremely well and extremely hard. The team they faced was larger but they accepted the challenge and fought all night. Unfortunately, we coaches, made a few mistakes that ended up costing us the game.

Sometimes, we can play as well as we can, we can fight as hard as we can, and things still don't go our way. But, we still have victory because, when you do your very best, you are a winner. The scoreboard is not where the real results are shown, it is in the heart.

Today's word is Psalm 73:26, NIV, which reads, "My flesh and my heart may fail, but GOD is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."

In this life, there will be failures. We live in a broken and fallen world, which will bring heartache and failure numerous times in our lives. We will have times in our lives when we are doing our absolute best but circumstances and others will determine our outcome. We can pour our heart and soul into things and still end up on the losing end. BUT...

But, if JESUS is your SAVIOR, you have already won the greatest prize of all. Yes, this world will wear us down but JESUS will one day take us UP. This world will bring us heartache and disappointment, but JESUS will heal our hurts and fill our hearts with gladness. Hold your heads up, victory is ours!

Be Blessed,

Mickey T 

Not Standing Alone

 So, it seems that lately I am just embroiled in strife and conflict. Not a place that anyone likes to be and not a place of my choosing. There have been some things that needed to be addressed here and there and it seems to have fallen to me to address them. Again, not my ideal spot but it is what it is.

One of the things that has come from this is that I have hurt a friend by standing up for what I believe is right. He and I are certainly on the opposite sides of the issue and each of us have our supporters. It has certainly hurt him and he has expressed his feelings, his hurt, his anger, which is understandable. But, I can't think of any way I could have handled it and differently.

Today's word is a very familiar passage, which I am sure we have used before. James 4:17, NLT, which reads, "Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it."

Even when it is uncomfortable, even when it is not popular, even when it is not well received, if we know what is right, we ought to do it. Why? Because, if we know what is the right thing to do and we don't do it, it is sin. I would rather be uncomfortable than sinful.

We will all have decisions to make, stands to make, in our lives. There will be those times when everyone supports you and you can obviously see that you are doing the right thing. There will be other times when it seems that you are standing on your own. But, if it is GOD'S will for you to stand, you are not standing alone.

Be Blessed,

Mickey T

Make today Amazing

Well, the results are in. Well, not exactly. We await vote counts in several states to determine who won the Presidential election. It is going to be close, and may take days to completely figure out. 

There are some that are sweating it out, sitting on pins and needles. Me, I am going to go to work and live my life. The sun is going to rise in the east and set in the west regardless of whom wins the presidency. My faith is in JESUS.

Today's word is just a simple reminder that today is still a gift: "Today only happens once...make it amazing."

No matter what is going on, I have reasons to keep on keeping on. I serve a risen SAVIOR, Who has prepared a way and a place for me to spend eternity with Him. I have a wonderful family, good health, a great life. How about you?

Don't let the worries and the concerns about tomorrow take away the joys of today. Make today amazing!

Be Blessed, 

Mickey T 

The LORD Rules

 In case you didn't know, it is election day in the United States. Today, we will go to the polls and elect a president, vice president, senators, and representatives, along with voting for certain amendments. I pray it is peaceful and honors GOD. 

If it is anything like previous elections, there will be those, whose candidate loses, that will declare that they are moving to a different country. Why? Because they don't like the candidate elected by the majority of the union. 

Today's word is Judges 8:23, NKJV, which reads, "But Gideon said to them, 'I will not rule over you, nor shall my son rule over you; the LORD shall rule over you.'"

It doesn't matter to me which persons are elected today. I ultimately answer to the LORD, as we all do. We will all stand before the One Holy and Just GOD and give an account for everything we've done, whether it was good or bad. We ALL will.

There is no need to be concerned about who is in office. Again, praying it is peaceful and civilized, as it should be. My concern is being faithful to my Supreme Ruler, the LORD, Who rules over us all.

Be Blessed, 

Mickey T 

The same for you

 I seem to be in the middle of some things that there are two (2) very passionate and very caring and very vocal sides. I try to listen to all facts prior to making decisions, even when everyone wants you to decide immediately. 

As a Christian, I truly want to glorify GOD with everything I do. Now, Ihave failed far more often than I have succeeded, far more, but, I want to be in His will. We have to be careful when we find ourselves caught between two (2) because it can turn into an opportunity for satan to get a victory, if we aren't careful. 

Today's word is 1 Peter 5:8, NKJV, which reads, "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour."

Satan is looking for any opportunity to make JESUS look bad, and the times we find ourselves betwixt and between, are prime time for him. Pray that I will make GOD honoring decisions. I will pray the same for you 

Be Blessed

Mickey T