Everything

If you are around me very long, you will probably hear me say something like, "It's not my office, it is just the one (1) I use," or something of that nature. All I mean by that is that I don't own the office; I am not taking it with me when I leave.

I have come to realize that there is very little I "own" in this world. Everything here is temporarily mine to see to and love. The old question is, "Do you know what you leave behind when you die?"

Today's word is Psalm 24:1, KJV, which reads, "The earth is the LORD'S and the fulness thereof; the world and they that dwell in it." 

There aren't a lot of things in this world that we own (we should be laying our treasures up in Heaven), but, GOD allows us to use things and have things while we are here. It all belongs to Him, and I should work harder at taking care of it.

As I look around and see all that GOD has allowed me to have and enjoy, I am humbled and amazed. He has everything, and He has allowed me to enjoy the best parts. And, the answer to the question,,,everything, we leave everything.

Be Blessed, 

Mickey T

Don't Be Confused

The Bible reminds us that simple things often confuse the wise. I am not a very wise nor intelligent person so a lot of things can confuse me. Things like why we continue to fall back into bad patterns that were know are harmful to us. Or, why we don't do the things that are good for us. Very confusing.

One thing I am not confused about, though, is my salvation. It has nothing to do with me or my actions, other than the fact that I have accepted CHRIST as my SAVIOR. It truly is by grace through faith, nothing else.

Today's word is Galatians 3:26, NLT, which reads, "For you are all children of GOD through faith in CHRIST JESUS."

GOD has made being adopted into His family really simple. He has chosen us all; we just have to choose to accept Him. To me, that seems as simple as it comes. To others, however, it seems too difficult. Don't allow your intelligence to confuse your common sense.

There will be things in this life that never make sense, LOTS of them. But, GOD has made redemption very simple. Don't let satan confuse you.

Be Blessed, 

Mickey T

He will send the light

A lot of people are afraid of the dark. I know children don't like going down a dark hall or walking into a dark room; they ate afraid of the unknown, what might be there that they can't see. 

As we get older, we usually lose that fear of waking in the dark but we still have the fear of the unknown, of what might be lurking where we can't see. We wander around hoping, praying that our worst imaginations don't come true. We don't seem to know where to go nor how to get there. 

Today's word is Psalm 18:28, ESV, which reads, "For it is You Who light my lamp; the LORD my GOD lightens my darkness."

It's easy to get lost in the darkness, in the unknown, but, GOD is our light; He will show us the path, the way. When we feel the most lost and the most vulnerable, He will shed light on our circumstances and situations. 

Feeling lost? Don't know where to go nor how to get there? We all do from time to time. Trust GOD. He will send the light.

We Work

I grew up in a family that worked. My Pops and Momma had seven (7) kids, and they worked. When you have a big family there is something for everyone to do. There is plenty for everyone to do.

We would garden, big gardens, every year to help supplement our food, which was hard work but very nutritious. We would cut and chop wood, do most any odd job, all while my parents worked full time. We worked.

Today's word is Proverbs 14:23, NIV, which reads, "All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty."

We are trying to teach our kids about the benefits of hard work, whether it be in the classroom, in gymnastics, on the sports field, or in the yard. You will get out of it what you put into it. If you work hard, you will see the benefits; if not, you will see the results.

The same is true in our spiritual lives, too. The more work we put into learning and putting our faith to work, the more we will see growth and benefits. I am not afraid to work. I want to set the example. I want our kids to know that we work.

Be Blessed,

Mickey T

Tell it to JESUS

Sometimes, there is nothing like getting it off your chest. We all have things that we just need to get said, things that, once said, will bring us relief. How about sin?

I don't admit this boasting or bragging but I sin every day. I would like to say that I don't but that would be a complete lie. The weight of sin is heavy. It can be crippling and paralyzing. 

Today's word is Acts 3:19, NIV, which reads, "Repent, then, and turn to GOD, so that your sins may be wiped out,  that times of refreshing may come from the LORD."

Nothing can lift the weight of sin but confession. And, not confession to me or any other human - confession to GOD. We have to confess our sins to Him because, it is GOD that we have sinned against. Yes, first we make it right with those we have done wrong, then, we confess to GOD. Than, look at what happens.

"...times of refreshing come..." Nothing cleanses and refreshes our soul like confession. Nothing. Got something you want to get off your chest? Tell it to JESUS. 

Be Blessed, 

Mickey T

Tell it

As you have probably noted, I read a lot in Psalms. Now, I read a lot in the rest of the Bible, too. However, each night, at bed time, I read with our son, and he chooses Psalms. What a blessing - my family, and their desire to read GOD'S Word.

I have said before that I have been blessed beyond anything I could have ever imagined. And, I know each blessing comes from above. I sing His praises always.

Today's word is Psalm 9:!, NKJV, which reads, "I will praise You, O LORD, with my whole heart I will tell of all Your marvelous works."

GOD has given me so much and has done so much for me, I can't help but share His goodness with others. It is hard not to tell of His marvelous works in my life, impossible really. When something that unbelievable happens, you have to tell.

Has GOD been good to you? Can you see His work in your life? Have you seen the evidence of His goodness? Then, with your whole heart, tell it.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

What it should

Ever have those times when you feel as if your prayers aren't being heard? I think we have all experienced times when it felt as if GOD wasn't listening,  or, if He was, He wasn't responding.

Sometimes, life just has a way with putting a lot on us. It seems as if we only take another step just to fall into another situation. But, trust me, GOD sees and He hears.

Today's word is Psalm 6:9, NLT, which reads, "The LORD has heard my plea; the LORD will answer my prayer."

Even when it doesn't feel like it, GOD is listening and will answer all our prayers. Sometimes, the delay is necessary because He is still letting something else fall into place. Sometimes, it's because our request isn't in our best interest nor in His plan for our lives. But, rest assured He will answer.

We can be certain that GOD always hears our prayers and He will always answer each and every one. And, when He does, it'll be exactly what it should.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

Kindness

It is something we try to teach our children, something we can all do a little better. It is something that doesn't cost us anything, yet, can five us more than we could ever imagine. What is it? Kindness.

Kindness is something we can give others even when we are as broke as they come. Kindness is something we can give others, even when we feel broken. And, again, when we show others kindness, we receive even more.

Today's word is Proverbs 19:17, BSB, reads, "Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender."

When we are kind and generous to t hi use who need it most and can repay it least, GOD sees, and He desires to repay us. And, I don't know about you, but, He has given me so much more than I could have ever dreamed.

Look, as we all know, this world can take a severe toll on us all. We all need a little boost, a little shot in the arm from time to time. So do those we come across. Let's try to show so.e kindness.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

At the Right Time

Our two (2) kids have been wanting something to happen that, thus far, has just not happened. I won't go into details; just suffice it to say that they have been wanting something that just doesn't seem to be in the cards.

I try to remind them, reminding myself also, that everything works according to GOD'S will, and in His time. I am not a very patient person but they are right (8) and seven (7), so, patience isn't even in their vocabulary.

Today's word is Isaiah 60:22b, NLT, which reads, "...At the right time, I, the LORD, will make it happen."

GOD was relaying to Isaiah the future glory for Zion. They were going to be devastated and all but destroyed, all for their own sins and transgressions, BUT, one day, GOD was going to bring Israel back. One day.

If you're like our children, like me, like most everyone else, you, too, have something that you are wanting, something you're anticipating, something you've been waiting on, and it just doesn't seem to happen. Let today's page remind us that GOD has a plan, and the right things will come, At the Right Time.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

Sing His Praise

I think we can all probably agree that we have a lot to be grateful for. I have more than I ever could have imagined growing up: a beautiful, godly wife, great and healthy kids, a house, vehicles, good health, etc. A LOT.

But, let me say that GOD has allowed me these blessings to enjoy; there's nothing I did to merit them or deserve them. And, I think we're all blessed far more than we acknowledge.

Today's word is Psalm 13:6, NLT, which reads, "I will sing to the LORD because He is good to me."

Has GOD been good to you? If He has, then, sing His praises, to Him and to others. We lift our praise to Him in worship. We lift our praise before others to encourage them. We have a lot to sing praises about - sing them.

As I ho about my day, I want to be mindful of all the blessings I have, including being able to go about my day. Sing His Praise.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

Go Vote

It is an election year in our country and county. I have shared before that we are blessed to live in a country that allows us the freedom to participate in elections. And, we should never take that for granted.

Being allowed the privilege to vote is something that citizens in other countries are still fighting for, and some will never get. Take advantage and enjoy the privilege. Also, pray for GOD to direct your vote; we want to elect the right person(s).

Today's word is Exra 8:18, NKJV, which reads, "Then, by the good hand of our GOD upon us, they brought us a man of understanding..."

We, as Christians, need to pray for GOD'S discernment to help us find people that are going to be wise and moral and understanding of all issues. Then, we're need to go to the polls and elect those candidates.

Elections are tough. It often seems as if we are tasked with choosing the least evil of the two (2) lessers. But, GOD will guide us to the less evil, if we ask Him. Then, go vote.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

Day of Conversation

I am a talker. Born into a family of talkers, and have fit in nicely. Also, a middle child, so, to be heard, I talked. As I have mentioned before, I don't necessarily even need to know the subject, I will just talk.

Now, I am not bragging about being a talker. As a matter of fact, I am absolutely sure that my talking gets on others' nerves. And, a lot of time, I am just expending hot air.

Today's word is Psalm 27:8, and I am using the NLT version because, I like how it reads: "My heart has heard You say, 'Come and talk with Me.' And my heart responds, 'LORD, I am coming.'"

Our Heavenly Father wants to talk to us. We are His children and He wants to spend time with us. I have to ask myself if I talk to Him as much as I just talk about useless stuff. More than anything, though, is am I have good conversation with my LORD?

We probably all have a lot to say, I know I sure seem to. But, are we spending time talking to the One that really wants to hear and can answer in ways unimaginable? Let today be a day of conversation.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T

Time to start

Is there something that you want to do but you don't know where or how to start? I think we all have those things, those desires, those projects, those goals. But, we don't know how to begin, so, we don't.

Today's word is a quote from Zig Ziglar that simply says, "You don't have to be great to start but you have to start to be great."

We never get better at anything if we never begin. We will never become what we want to be, if we don't change who we are. Anything worth accomplishing is worth working for. And, the work begins one step at a time.

Got something you want to do? Something you want to change? Something you want to master? In order to get great, you have to start.

Be Blessed,
Mickey t