Category Archives: Rejoice

May5

Leave A Legacy…

Posted on May 5, 2013 by sagescenery

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My very special Aunt Rachel, 86, of, N.J., passed away on Friday, May 3, 2013.

She left a legacy!

We’re celebrating her life!

We loved her, and will miss her!

She was predeceased by her husband, my Dad’s youngest brother…

And survived by her four sons (all of which preach the Gospel!),

her brother, her sister,

six grandchildren,

and five great-grandchildren (all who serve the Lord!)

She was a precious saint with strong faith in Jesus…

She left a spiritual legacy!!

We’re celebrating her Home Going!

She’s with Jesus now!!

“We will not hide them from their children,

but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord,

and His might,

and the wonders that He has done.

Psalm 78:4 ESV

Dear Cousins…

Don’t be discouraged…

When shadows come…

Don’t be lonely…

Heaven is now her home!

Jesus is your portion…

Your constant friend is He…

His eye is on the sparrow…

And I know He watches You…

Sing because you’re happy…

Sing because she’s free…

For His eye is on the sparrow,

And I know He watches you!

“Let not your heart be troubled,”

His tender word you hear…

Rest on His goodness…

Lose your doubts and fears…

Follow where He leads you…

By the one step that you see…

His eye is on the sparrow…

I know He watches You!

Whenever you’re tempted…

Whenever clouds arise…

When songs give place to sighing…

When hope within you dies…

Draw closer to Him…

As He sets you free from care…

His eye is on the sparrow…

I know He watches you!

I want to leave a legacy…

How will they remember me?

Did I choose to love?

Jesus, did I point to You enough?

And make a mark on things?

I want to leave an offering…

Be a child of mercy and grace…

Who blessed Your Name!

Unapologetically!!

Help me leave that kind of legacy…

Not look too far, or too long…

Or make a lengthy list of all that I enjoy…

Accumulating trinkets, and a treasure pile…

Where moth, and rust, and thieves, and such…

Will soon enough destroy!

Not well traveled…

Not well read…

Not well-to-do…

Or well bred…

I just want to hear instead…

“Well done, good and faithful one!!”

Aunt Rachel,

I hear your Jesus saying that to you right now!

Amen!

Don’t have a family legacy???

It could start with you!!!

God’s ready to help you!

May1

Changed!! Oh Yeah, That’s What It Takes!

Posted on May 1, 2013 by sagescenery

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“And He said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change

and become like little children,

you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven.”

Matthew 18:3

Move On…

It’s time for a change!!

“Therefore if any man be in Christ,

he is a new creature:

old things are passed away;

behold, all things are become new.”

2 Corinthians 5:17

Have you come up, out of the water…

Raised your hands…

Up to the Father?

Given it all to Him one day…

Felt a new wind kiss your face?

Walked away…

Your eyes wide open…

Finally see where you’re going?

Doesn’t matter where you’ve been…

You’ve gotten off track…

You’ve made mistakes…

Back slid your way into that place…

Where souls get lost…

Lines get crossed…

And the pain won’t go away…

Hit your knees…

Now where you stand…

There you were…

Now here you are…

Here you are…

Changed!!!!!!

Say a lot of “Hey, I’m sorry”s…”

For the things you’ve done…

Man, that was not you…

Wish that you could take it all back…

Tell ’em that…

You’ve changed for the better!!!

More smiles…

Less bitter…

Even starting to forgive yourself!

Yes, you are!!

You’re changed!!!

Rejoice!

Thank God!

You’re changed!”

Don’t wait…

We’ve all been there…

To get to here!!!

This is what it takes!

Amen!

“And we all,

who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory,

are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory,

which comes from the Lord,

who is the Spirit.”

2 Corinthians 3:18

Apr25

Who God Says You Are…

Posted on April 25, 2013 by sagescenery

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In Christ…

“…fearfully and wonderfully made.” Psalm 139:14

“…the apple of His eye.” Psalm 17:8

“…His treasured possession.” Deuteronomy 7:6

“…a child of God.” John 1:12

“…a friend of Jesus.” John 15:15

“…justified and redeemed.” Romans 3:24

“…no longer a slave to sin.” Romans 6:6

“…fellow heir with Christ.” Romans 8:17

“…accepted by Christ.” Romans 15:7

“…a new creature in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 5:17

“…redeemed and forgiven by the grace of Christ.” Ephesians 1:7

“…set free in Christ.” Galatians 5:1

“…holy and dearly loved.” Colossians 3:12

“…chosen.” Thessalonians 1:4

“…a branch of the true vine…” John 15:1.5

“…called to be a saint.” 1 Corinthians 1:2

“…a citizen of Heaven.” Philippians 3:20

This is your identity in Christ!!

Now…

Align your self-image…

With God’s image of you!

And be fully assured…

That if they don’t line up…

You must be the one in error!!

Because He’s never wrong!

Apr7

If It Takes A Leap Of Faith…Dive In!!

Posted on April 7, 2013 by sagescenery

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Thirsty for more of God???

Go find God’s wild, rushing, flowing river…

Even if your heart is racing…

And your knees are weak…

Walk to the edge…

Don’t turn back!

When your feet have left the ledge …

You’ll hear His voice…

“It’s time to take that leap of faith!”

Yes, Yes, Yes…So here I go!

I’m diving in!

I’m going deep!

In over my head!

I feel alive!!

So sink or swim I’m diving in!

With God’s supernatural power…

The mighty river flows…

Bringing the dead to life…

Fills my empty soul…

And gives my heart the only thing…

Worth living and worth dying for!

His awesome power…

The grace of God…

Let’s let ourselves get swept away…

Into this holy flood…

Take my hand…

Close your eyes and count to three…

And take that leap of faith with me!

Come on let’s go…

Don’t know what that scary leap looks like to you, but…

Get ready to dive!!!

I promise you…

Have faith!

He won’t let you sink!!

“Lord, if it is You,

command me to come to You on the water.”

So Jesus said,

“Come.”

Matthew 14:28-29

Apr4

Happy Birthday To Me!!

Posted on April 4, 2013 by sagescenery

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Today’s My Birthday…

I’m Blessed!!

Here’s What I’ve learned:

1. Always put God first…

2. Walk right behind Jesus…

3. Let Him lead–so what you say, and do, always comes from Him…

4. Don’t walk down the wrong path…

5. Don’t believe satan’s lies…

6. The enemy’s plan is to steal, kill, and destroy-you, your family, and your life…

7. Satan’s tricks lead you down a path of destruction…

8. Constantly ask yourself, “Will this path I’m walking, bring me closer to Jesus???”

9. Let Jesus make your crooked path straight…

10. Love your family and let them know it!

11. Give the care of your family into the loving arms Jesus…

12. Teach with patience wherever you go…

13. Minister, full of the Holy Spirit, and with lots of Love…

14. Laugh each day, don’t take yourself, or life, too seriously! God loves to see us “Joyful, Joyful!!”

15. Encourage everyone you meet to intersect their path with Jesus-their path and His life should meet at the Cross!

16. Choose your path by acknowledging Jesus-His will, His lead, and His guidance…

17. Keep your path clear of clutter, dirt, and debris…

18. Don’t take detours…

19. Walk straight to the Gate of Heaven, to the path leading to Jesus…

20. Don’t fret, worry, or wander-stay on the right path, others are following you, as you follow Jesus!

Lost?

Jesus is the Way...

Follow the path to Him!

Mar30

I Don’t Wanna Say A Word!

Posted on March 30, 2013 by sagescenery

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Unless It Points The World Back To You!

The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue,

to know the word that sustains the weary.

He wakens me morning by morning,

wakens my ear to listen like one being instructed.

The Sovereign Lord has opened my ears;

I have not been rebellious,

I have not turned away.”

Isaiah 50:4 NIV

Be reminded that your words have the opportunity to make great impact;

allow wisdom to guide how you choose them.

The Daily Verse

by Kat Davis

“Preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use words.”

Francis of Assisi

God in His kindness gave each of us different gifts.

If your gift is speaking God’s Word,

make sure what you say agrees with the Christian faith.

Romans 12:6 GWT

Words can make you feel like a prisoner…

Or set you free!

Words can make you feel like a criminal…

Or make you feel like a king!

Words can lift your heart…

To places you’ve never been!

Words can drag you down…

Or bring you down to where you began!

Words can build you up…

Words can break you down!

Words can start a fire in your heart…

Or put it out!

Let Your words be life! Let Your words be truth!

I don’t wanna say a word…

Unless it points the world back to You!

You can heal our heartache…

Speak over our fear…

God

Your voice is the only thing…

We need to hear!

Let the words I say…

Be the sound of Your grace…

I wanna speak Your love…

Not just another noise!

Oh…

I wanna be Your light…

I wanna be Your voice!

Mar29

The Rocks Will Cry Out…

Posted on March 29, 2013 by sagescenery

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If We Won’t Praise Our King!

Luke 19:28-40 NIV

Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King

^“After Jesus had said this,

He went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem.

As He approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives,

He sent two of His disciples, saying to them,

‘Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there,

which no one has ever ridden.

Untie it and bring it here.

If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ say, ‘The Lord needs it.’

Those who were sent ahead went and found it just as He had told them.

As they were untying the colt, its owners asked them,

“Why are you untying the colt?’

They replied, ‘The Lord needs it.’

They brought it to Jesus, threw their cloaks on the colt and put Jesus on it.

As He went along, people spread their cloaks on the road.

^‘Blessed is the King who comes in the Name of the Lord!^‘

‘Peace in Heaven and Glory in the Highest!’

Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Jesus,

‘Teacher, rebuke Your disciples!’

‘I tell you,’ He replied,

‘If they keep quiet,

the stones will cry out.'”

Don’t wait for the rocks to cry out!

Mar28

It’s Finished! Once And For All!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by sagescenery

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Celebrate Easter and the Resurrection!

Once and for all
The Father’s love
He is the light in the darkness
Who took on flesh
And took our place
The weight of the world on His shoulders
The weight of the world on His shoulders

We believe our God is Jesus
We believe that He is Lord
We believe that He has saved us
From sin and death
Once and for all

Once and for all
Our debt is paid
There on the cross it is finished
The Lamb of God for us was slain
Up from the grave He is risen
Up from the grave He is risen

Jesus, Jesus
God from God
Light from Light
You are our salvation
Jesus, Jesus
God from God
Light from Light
Your kingdom is forever