Psalm in a Picture is a passage from the book of Psalms in a picture. Psalm is known as the book of praise. There's a psalm for every situation and every mood (whether it's joyful or sad). As you read each Psalm, I pray it is always a blessing to your spirit, soul, and body. For this week, I chose Psalm 5:11. MySpace Generators MySpace Generators Your Sister in Christ, Toia

It's time for another "Quench Your Thirst Thursday." To understand the purpose of "Quench Your Thirst," please Click Here! (Please make sure you come back :) For the #8 edition of "Quench Your Thirst Thursday" is " I Surrender All" sung by Brian Littrell. Surrender is an easy word to say, but a hard thing to do. God wants to do so many things in our lives for His glory. However, we limit God's usage of us because we have not or need to surrender stuff to Him such as things, people, relationships, etc. As you listen to this song, think about or write a list of things you need to surrender. For example, your finances, your health, your marriage, or your job. The list can go on and on. But no matter how long the list, God can take it off your hands with no problems at all. God wants us to surrender every and anything to Him that is hindering our relationship with Him. He wants to lighten the load so we can praise and worship Him with no st...

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THE OTHER FORGOTTEN 10 COMMANDMENTS * * * * * * 1.Thou shall not worry, for worry is the most unproductive of all human activities. 2. Thou shall not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass. 3. Thou shall not cross bridges before you come to them, for no one yet has succeeded in accomplishing this. 4. Thou shall face each problem as it comes. You can only handle one at a time anyway. 5. Thou shall not take problems to bed with you, for they make very poor bedfellows. 6. Thou shall not borrow other people's problems. They can better care for them than you can. 7. Thou shall not try to relive yesterday for good or ill, it is forever gone. Concentrate on what is happening in your life and be happy now! 8. Thou shall be a good listener, for only when you listen do you hear different ideas from your own. It is hard to learn something new when you are talking, and some people do know more than you do. 9. Thou shall not become "bogged down" by frustration, ...

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SpiritualGraphics.com "Indeed it came to pass, when the trumpeters and singers [were] as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking the LORD, and when they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised the LORD, [saying]: "[For He is] good, For His mercy [endures] forever," ...... (2 Chronicles 5:13) Your Sister in Christ, Toia

Psalm in a Picture is a passage from the book of Psalms in a picture. Psalm is known as the book of praise. There's a psalm for every situation and every mood (whether it's joyful or sad). As you read each psalm, I pray it is always a blessing to your spirit, soul, and body. For this week, I chose Psalm 46:10-11. MySpace Generators When so much is going on around us, we can get very busy with our daily schedules and coming and going in different directions 99.9% of the time. Or even when there is an unpleasant situation, we try to figure it out for ourselves. But with all the chaos going on around you, God wants you to be still long enough to realize and know who He is. He is the God of peace and stillness. You just have to trust Him to work your situation, schedule, or whatever you need out on your behalf. But you have to take your hand off and let it stay off of what you're casting on Him. God does not need our help to turn things around for the better in our lives. All ...

It's time for another "Quench Your Thirst Thursday." To understand the purpose of "Quench Your Thirst," please Click Here! (Please make sure you come back :) For the #7 edition of "Quench Your Thirst Thursday" is "Your Love Is Extravagant" by Casting Crown. There's no greater love than the love God gives to me. God's love is extravagant. God's love is extraordinary. Just think..where we would we be without God's Extravagant love...His Grace and mercy? When you listen to this song think about all the times God has brought you through an unbearable situation. And realize that God didn't help you because He felt obligated to do so. But because He loves you. And if this is not convincing enough, John 3:16 is proof in the pudding that God's love is Extravagant. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." I pray that God...

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, 'Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep [me] from evil, that I may not cause pain!' So God granted him what he requested." (1 Chronicles 4:10) Jabez's prayer was short, but remains to have a long-lasting impression on many Christians today. This prayer has impacted so many lives in more ways than one. The Prayer of Jabez gives you encouragement, inspiration, and hope. After Japez prayed, God granted him his request. Have you made any requests to God, lately? God wants to grant our requests, but He is waiting for us to open our mouths and speak it into existence. The James 4:2 says it best, "Yet you do not have because you do not ask." When you pray the Prayer of Jabez, make it your own personal prayer. For example, this is the Prayer of Toia...."And Toia (or I) called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would ble...

A little boy asked his mother "Why are you crying?" "Because I'm a woman", she told him. "I don't understand", he said. His mum just hugged him and said, "And you never will"... The little boy grew up and became a man, still wondering why women cry. Finally he put in a call to God; and when God got on the phone, the man said, "God, why do women cry so easily?" God said: "When I made the woman she had to be special. I made her shoulders strong enough to carry the weight of the world; yet gentle enough to give comfort. I gave her an inner strength to endure childbirth and the rejection that many times comes from her children. I gave her a hardness that allows her to keep going when everyone else gives up, and take care of her family through sickness and fatigue without complaining. I gave her the sensitivity to love her children under any and all circumstances, even when her child has hurt her very badly. I gave her strength ...

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It's time for another "Quench Your Thirst Thursday." To understand the purpose of "Quench Your Thirst," please Click Here! (Please make sure you come back :) For the #6 edition of "Quench Your Thirst Thursday" is "Hear Us From Heaven" by Ross Parsely. I love the smooth sound of this worship song. Everytime I hear this song, it seems like it caresses my spirit into God's presence. I can't pick out a favorite verse from this song. This whole song speaks to me from the beginning to the end. When you listen to this song, close your eyes and meditate on this song. How many times you have gone through such a stressful situation and don't know if you're coming or going? And the only thing you can do is cry out to the Lord and say, "Hear my cry O, Lord!! Hear me from heaven. I need you God!!" Well, I have. Once again, sit back and listen. I pray this song is very soothing to your spirit, soul, and body. Before pressing play...

I thought this scripture is appropriate since Valentine's Day is Saturday. We should show the Lord love 24/7. It should not be lip service. We should put the love we have for the Lord into action. You may ask, "How do you suppose I do that?" Well.... 1). You can start by communicating to God through prayer. It's pretty hard to make it through the day without talking to the one you love. God loves it when we talk to Him about every and anything. 2). Praise and worship - When you love someone, you try your best to encourage and praise that person for all their good works. God loves the sweet aroma of our praise and worship. When the praises go up, the blessings come down. 3). Read the Bible. When you love someone, you try study and learn as much as you can about them, whether it's their favorite color, favorite food, or etc. So, what better way to get to know God than to read His word. I would go on to say His autobiography. This is just a few ways. Please underst...

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SpiritualGraphics.com "See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. 1. Rejoice always, 2. Pray without ceasing, 3. In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 4. Do not quench the Spirit. 5. Do not despise prophecies. 6. Test all things; hold fast what is good. 7. Abstain from every form of evil. Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you [is] faithful, who also will do [it]." (1 Thessalonians 5:15-24) These are beautiful instructions to live by. I pray that we will take heed to God's word and instructions. So that, we may have a bless and fulfill week and life. I, also, pray that we will not waver to the left or right, but stand on God's word. And despite everything that may be going on around us, we would rejoice always and pray...

Psalm in a Picture is a passage from the book of Psalms in a picture. Psalm is known as the book of praise. There's a psalm for every situation and every mood (whether it's joyful or sad). As you read each psalm, I pray it is always a blessing to your spirit, soul, and body. For this week, I chose Psalm 25:1-5. MySpace Generators MySpace Generators MySpace Generators There is no shame when living a life in Christ. The devil and people in general can try to make us feel ashame for being a Christian. So, there is going to be times when you have to pray that you are never ashamed of who you are in Christ. And constantly pray for victory in Christ from your enemies. Your enemy doesn't have to be a physical person. It can be money. It can be food. It can be cursing. It can be smoking. It can drinking. It can be anything that is contrary to the word of God. Everyday we are being molded by God and His word. There is always something new to learn. Just like David, we have to pray t...

MISSING JESUS It was Palm Sunday, and the family's 6-year old son had to stay home from church because of strep throat. When the rest of the family returned home carrying palm branches, the little boy asked what they were for. His mother explained, "People held them over Jesus' head as he walked by." "Wouldn't you know it," the boy fumed. "The one Sunday I don't go to church, and Jesus shows up! Author is Unknown GOOD LORD! A priest is driving down to New York and gets stopped for speeding in Connecticut. The state trooper smells alcohol on the priest's breath and then sees an empty wine bottle on the floor of the car. He says, "Sir, have you been drinking?" "Just water," says the priest. The trooper says, "Then why do I smell wine?" The priest looks at the bottle and says, "Good Lord! He's done it again!" Author is Unknown Have a fun, joyful, and bless weekend!! Your Sister in Christ, Toia

It's time for another "Quench Your Thirst Thursday." To understand the purpose of "Quench Your Thirst," please Click Here! (Please make sure you come back :) For the #5 edition of "Quench Your Thirst Thursday" is "My Redeemer Lives." You can hear this song being sung by various artists. No matter how many people sing it, it will still hold the same message that - My, Your, and Our Redeemer Lives. He is more alive today than yesterday." Because Our Redeemer Lives we can do all things through Him that strengthens us. Because our Redeemer lives we will not die, but have everlasting life. It's because our Redeemer lives we move and have our being in Him. Our Redeemer paid the price for our sins. "For I know [that] my Redeemer lives, And He shall stand at last on the earth;" (Job 19:25). In the midst of Job's turmoil, He still remained faithful to God and continued to bless His name. For He knew who God is and knew who he ...

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In honor of the Super Bowl Game last night, I would like to congratulate the Pittsburg Steelers on their 6th super bowl win. Personally, I was rooting for the Cardinals. Only because I always like to cheer for the underdogs. Please understand I am not exactly a die hard football fan. I only watch football when it's the super bowl championship. However, at the same time, I have to give respect where respect is due. So, Congratulations to the Pittsburg Steelers - The Super Bowl XLIII Champions!! http://www.criticallayouts.com/ http://www.criticallayouts.com/ http://www.criticallayouts.com/ Your Sister in Christ, Toia

ImageChef.com Poetry Blender Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, Who satisfies your mouth with good [things], [So that] your youth is renewed like the eagle's. (Psalm 103:2-5) Your Sister in Christ, Toia