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The Rock Of My Salvation Media Ministries Journal
Jan
19
“… the LORD your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Deut 31:6
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Jan
15
“My heart is deeply saddened by this news. While watching the devastation & suffering in Haiti, I cannot begin to imagine the degree of despair that is being felt there right now. My prayers are with all the people in Haiti and those around the world worried about their loved ones. Let us keep them in our prayers.” – Ptr. Emerita
Nov
3
In the middle of your busy schedule, have you ever paused for a while and wondered…
Why did God create me? Why was I born and why am I living? What is God’s reason for giving me life?
Para lamang ba mag-trabaho? Magkaron ng sariling bahay, negosyo at pamilya hanggang sa pagtanda?
Is this the sole reason why God has given me life?
A. You were created for His glory
“I am the Lord your God…you are precious in My sight..
Everyone who is called by My name, and
whom I have created for My glory…“ -Isa 43:1,3-4,7
Glory-(definition)-the condition of highest achievement, splendor, prosperity -radiant beauty or splendor; magnificence
Can you see how awesome it is to know that we have been created for God’s glory?
That we are to live in such a way to give all creation a correct opinion of who God is.
What does that mean to you? How would you live if you were to live for His glory?
You are exactly as God designed you to be. And that design has a purpose.
And that purpose is to bring God glory.
B. You were created for His pleasure.
“For Thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created. “ – Revelation 4:11
This is an eye-opener. A great thought for us to ponder on.
With all humility, can we honestly say that our lives give pleasure to God?
Does our daily life, attitudes, thoughts and deeds bring pleasure to our Creator?
The Word says, we were created for His glory and for His pleasure.
It means our life is to be lived in such a way as to reflect Him, to show the world the character of God- His peace, His mercy, His gentleness and His love.
We are to live for Him. To accomplish His will. To miss this is to miss fulfillment. It is to have existed rather than lived.
Now is the time we evaluate the course of our lives.
Are we fulfilling the purpose of our creation?
Sep
3
Does God seem too far away?
Do you sometimes feel alone and say…
Where are you Lord? I can’t feel You.
Have You forgotten me?
Your Father in Heaven is telling you now…
My Child, you were the one who drifted away from Me.
I never left the throne.
I am still on the same spot when you left.
Still in the same place when you decided to go on your own.
You were the one who was too busy to talk to Me.
Too busy to pray, to worship, to know My will..
Too busy to ask for directions and confirmation for the decisions you make.
You were too busy to ask for help and seek My advice.
All My time and attention was offered freely to you. But you walked far away from Me.
You were the one who had no time for Me.
But I’m still here.
I never left. I never changed.
And until now, I’m still waiting for you to come back.
“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you” - James 4:8
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves
those who are crushed in spirit.”
Psalm 34:18
Jun
20
What’s the “take away?
In business, we talk about the “take away” or “tubo”. It’s your net profit, your bottom line reward.
Here’s a truth we all need to know before our life ends here on earth:
When you live for yourself and fail to fulfill God’s purpose for your life, the “take away” is not worth the investment.
Solomon writes, “So i turned in despair from hard work. It was not the answer to my search for satisfaction in this life. For though I do my work with wisdom, knowledge and skill, I must leave everything i gain to people who haven’t worked to earn it. This is not only foolish but highly unfair” – Ecc. 2:18-21
or as John Capozzi puts it, “The executive who works from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. everyday will be successful. He will also be fondly remembered by his wife’s next husband.”
The day is coming when all the stuff you’ve striven, strained and stressed out to acquire will make no difference. Your resume and job title will no longer impress anyone. No one will care what clothes you wore or what cars you drove, except your relatives who plan to wear them, drive or sell them.
If you’re wise, you’ll plan to exit this life with a “take away” that involves these 3 things:
1. Satisfaction, that comes from having fulfilled your God-given assignment here on earth.
2. Success, that’s measured in terms of eternal rewards, not temporal ones.
3. Security, that comes from knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
These are the only ” take away” worth living for.
- TCT
Jun
4
God Sends Special People To Guide Us
A Mentor is a person who’s role in your life is to not only confirm what you are doing correctly. Their goal is to correct you and prevent you from making a mistake.
Your mentor foresees problems you cannot see coming.
Great people had great mentors in their life. Elisha sat at the feet of Elijah. Timothy sat at the feet of Paul. Joshua sat at the feet of Moses. Esther listened to Mordecai’s advice.
Esther’s Story
Esther was a simple girl who miraculously won the King’s heart. She became a Queen, lived in a palace and saved her people from danger. All throughout her journey, Mordecai was behind her, giving her advice in every decision she had to make. Esther’s story shows us the importance of being INFLUENCED by the RIGHT PEOPLE. Without Mordecai in her life, Esther might never understood her calling. And without his help, she might have never embraced it.
So who is your Mordecai? Who knows you well enough to help clarify your calling? Who loves you enough to challenge you when you get off track or strengthen you when you want to quit and turn back?
Not one of us is a composite of all life’s virtues; we all have blind spots and weaknesses. That’s why God sends people in our lives (Pastors, Spiritual Fathers, Mothers or Advisers) to guide us.
Mike Murdock gave an advice on how to treat God-given mentors in our life…
He said, “Do whatever is necessary to access their anointing, connect with their climate and attach yourself in their atmosphere. Whatever is growing in them will begin to grown in you. Applying a good advice is the key to extraordinary success”
Jun
3
If you have been betrayed, you may feel that no one truly understands your pain.
BUT JESUS DOES.
He was betrayed by one of his closest friends. He was abandoned by the same people who said will never leave Him. (John 6:64-66)
Betrayal is painful, and your memory of it may always be with you. Although Jesus cannot change the past or wipe out your memory, He can take your pain, bring truth to the situation and provide healing to your heart.
Have you been betrayed? If so, you need to know that there is indeed someone who is faithful, someone you can always count on. Meet Jesus, who is also called “Faithful & True” (Rev 19:11)
A 2-min Message For You
Mar
23
We just want to share this amazing video with all of you.
Feeling down lately?
Then this video will remind you who your KING is.
He is the same God who assured and told you to “…not worry about tomorrow..for your Heavenly Father knows everything you need.” – Matthew 6:25-34
Watch and be Blessed!
THAT’S MY KING!
by: Albert Martin
Feb
2
A person’s natural inclination is to want to know what’s ahead. Trusting God does not mean He will tell you what’s going to happen. It means you know you are safe with Him-no matter what happens.
You can take on the adventures God has planned because you know He is there to protect you. You can meet your troubles head-on because you know God will provide for you. Trust allows you to accept and appreciate all the surprises of life.
Trust is tested and proven by uncertainty. Jesus knows troubles will come, but He says you have a choice. You can choose not to allow your circumstances to trouble your heart because you trust Him.
“Fear of man will prove to be a snare,
but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.” -Proverbs 29:25
-women of faith devotional
Jan
26
Joy is not only an emotion to be desired, it is also a command to be obeyed. Joy is -to some degree- A CHOICE.
How can this be? Are you to simply ignore your circumstances and live outside reality? No.
But a Life of Joy can be learned – and suffering is most often the teacher.
The Scriptures clearly point out the path toward a life of joy:
1. Accept your circumstances and be thankful in them – Read 1 Thes 5:16-18
2. Choose not to worry – Read Philippians 4:6
3. Fix your eyes on Jesus rather on your situation – following His example in suffering – Hebrews 12:2
4. Put your hope in future glory – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; Colossians 1:5; Titus 1:2
It is through the joy and peace exhibited in suffering that God is most visible in your life. When you live a life of joy – regardless of your circumstances- others will see Jesus in you.
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