Letter From Home

A few years back, letter's use to be a typical communication to friends, loved ones, etc where geographic challenges made it difficult/impossible to stay in touch.  I'm not certain how many letters are sent now, I must assume that the electronic age has greatly reduced the volume to a minimum.  But that is alright.  Fact is we probably can stay in better communications via emails, text messages, all the social media.  While the mode may be different.....one thing is constant-we have an innate desire to hear from those we care about.  I can only imagine the brave soldiers that fight for our freedom feel a much needed sense of support/encouragement when they receive these 'letter's from home'.  As God's children, He authored, through His servants, a most powerful letter......from our Heavenly Home.  His love letter to us can guide, provide knowledge, comfort, transform, encourage, convict and much more......if we read/study and live this powerful letter/book (The Holy Bible).  I encourage all if you are not regularly reading--to consider this letter of love from the eternal home.  If you have never picked up a Bible--consider seeking Him.  While all trials will not magically disappear by living a godly life......we can be better equipped to persevere,  remain strong, and feel hope/comfort when life gets weary .....fighting the good fight--keeping the faith (2 Timothy 4:7) during the daily grind. Yes, life will be challenging at times, yet it is very short and so precious. In one of my favorite 70/80's bands songs, the chorus states......'live every moment, love every day, because before you know it your precious time slips away'  (REO Speedwagon-Live Every Moment).    Blessings in your pursuit.......TO

Limitations

How often do we stop short of things in life because we are paralyzed by our insecurities, doubts, and confidence in our God.  This is true in many facets of life, unfortunately, our faith and Christian walk can fall victim when we focus on our shortcomings and not allow God's strength to supersede.  We can easily excuse ourselves through any limitations we have placed on ourselves. Whatever our reservation may be (introverted, lack of knowledge/experience, too young/old, too busy, etc.),  God is sufficient in our weakness (2 Cor. 12:9).  Satan will fill this void with lies regarding these fears/excuses.  He makes us believe we are not good enough, we lack, we will fail....and God does not care.  Scriptures tell of the opposite-God loves us all, he cared enough to send Jesus in the flesh to suffer and die for our wickedness/transgressions.....He cares!  We must be on guard,  put on the full armor of God to be ready when attacks come to our faith.  When we listen to the 'voice of truth', focus on God's power and not our own actions, His light will shine through our shortcomings. I recently finished reading a powerful book, "Life Without Limits" by Nick Vujicic.  I encourage all to read.  He was born without any limbs, yet he has overcome these challenges and done amazing things by taping into God's power.  I have struggled with limitations.....as I have obtained 'more experience'-okay, gotten older, I am trying better to transform out of my self imposed restrictions/limitations to my faith and allow God to flourish in my daily life actions.  It's only through His power, love, grace and mercy.  Our greatest limitations are God's greatest opportunities--when I am weak, He is strong (2 Cor. 12:10).   God can use the ordinary for extraordinary results (e.g. Moses, feeding the multitudes, Elisha and the widow's oil, etc.).  Let's feel more confident in saying "yes" to where we are in life, who we are,  and what we have to offer through God's power.  No more excuses, doubts or fears.  Live by faith in God's promises, trusting and embracing His peace, love, joy......and strength (Isaiah 40:29).  Blessings in your pursuit.......TO