to pick or not to pick?

" The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession. The Lord did not set his affection on you and choose you because you were more numerous than other peoples... but it was because the Lord loved you..." Deuteronomy 7:6-7

Why did God pick you to be His?

It wasn't because of your color, your size, your personality, your success, your wisdom...

It is solely because He loves you.  That's it.  All are precious in His sight.

we are LOVED and CHOSEN by God,

may we live like we believe it,

veneal

He reigns

"But let all who take refuge in You be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread Your protection over them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You." Psalm 5:11

The weather today is daunting and unpleasant. Whether it's torrential downpours, tropical storms, floods, gusty winds, showers, thunder and lightning, shelter is required from the elements.  As a child of God, no matter what our day holds, we are under the umbrella of God's love and assured of His complete protection. With Him, we have nothing to fear.

Father, through it all, we are going to hold tightly onto Your "J", Jesus, handle and remember Your ability to protect us through whatever passes our way.  In Your perfect time, i know our hearts will bloom with joy and peace. I can see Your smiling face under the umbrella, and i know we will be okay.

Singing in the rain is possible, thanks to God. He reigns, so we can sing.

we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal

a Mighty Word ~ hold

 The LORD says...

"As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you..." Isaiah 66:13

When we don't know.... don't understand... don't like....

May we remember, He's still got us.

Can i hear an amen?

Thank You, Father.  

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we love like we believe it,

veneal

EACH step

"He will not let your foot slip -- He who watches over you will not slumber... The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."  Psalm 121:3, 8

No matter what direction we are going in, God is with us.

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live like we believe it,

veneal

a Mighty Word ~ heal

 God said...

"I have heard your prayer and seen your tears; I will heal you." 2 Kings 20:5

He doesn't say how or when, but He says He will.  
Lord, help me to trust and believe Your perfect Will.
Thank You...

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live like we believe it,

veneal

under attack

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
—Isaiah 41:10

Have you ever felt under attack?  This week one morning was filled with one mistake after the other.  Although the infractions were minor in incident, they were major in quantity.  After about 5 errors before 10am, i felt ready to go home.  The failure monsters were having a heyday stomping out my patience, confidence and joy. They were growing in numbers and power.  It took all i had in prayer and a Good Word (or two) to wipeout  the monsters playing in my head.

Are  you battling any monsters? Fear, doubt, untruths, mistakes, hardships, problems? The battle for our mind is real and ongoing.  Whether tiny or  giant, few or many,  i think you'll agree mind monsters can cripple us, choking out our joy, desire and ability to serve others and God.

Fighting back under our own power alone is not very helpful nor effective. To be victorious, we must turn directly to our Warrior-in-Christ for strength and Truth. Refocusing on God, throws His Light in those dark, scary corners of our mind and allows us to reclaim His peace.  

Thank You, Father, for having our back, our front, and all our sides... always.  Help us remember and trust You, especially in times of difficulties and trails.  You have seen us through hard times before, and You will see us through it again. 

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
—Philippians 4:7

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live like we believe it,

veneal

a Mighty Word ~ variety

 "The LORD did not set His affection on you and choose you because you were more numerous than other people...

Nor because of your color, size or shape
or income level
or social status
or career success
or good deeds
or church work

but it was because the LORD loved you and kept the oath He swore to your forefathers that He brought you out with a mighty Hand and redeemed you from the land of slavery..." Deuteronomy 6:7-8

God's love for us is not about looks, acts or numbers, but the heart... His and ours.  Our outward appearance makes us different and special, our heart makes us His. He loves us all.  Thank You, Father!

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live like we believe it,

veneal