Posted by: Pure Glory | 07/05/2013

Idol Worship, Me?

by Hazel Straub

Idol worship is anything you spend more time on other than on God. The primary focus of your thoughts that put God in secondary or last place.  An idol is not only an image but that on which we spend our time, energy and what we think upon.  Consumed with fighting your own battles? When you obsess about yourself–your problems, weaknesses, worry, anxiety, how others look at you, what you believe, obtaining status symbols, or plain “I,” these idols take the place of pure honor and worship of God. Focusing inward and not on God dependence.  Spending more time on sports or other passions but neglecting cultivating your relationship with God? Step out of your comfort zone and seek God with your whole heart and leave all idols behind you.

Lord, Deliver me from blindness, and from myself, as I look to you, my Deliverer. I leave my idols behind and follow you alone. Today, I want to crave only you, God and all you have for me. Give me kingdom of God vision and your perspective. Today, I give you my full worship and obedience. Your praise bursts from my heart and out of my mouth, for your mercy. Praise your name!

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 07/04/2013

Amazing Daddy God

by Hazel Straub

Our Daddy God is amazing. He loves us no matter how we behave,, whine and complain. He gave his one and only son to save and redeem us. His Holy Spirit lives inside of us and leads and instructs us in the way we should go. Daddy God never gives up on you. Additionally, the same power that resurrected Yeshua from the grave, resides in us so we can live resurrected lives. He comes before us on bended knees and brings us gifts. Finally, he enables us to live victorious and he roots for us. Celebrate his goodness and marvelous love!

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 07/03/2013

The Provision Of Heaven

by Hazel Straub

The provision of heaven is yours today. There is no lack, when you dwell with Yeshua the Messiah. He took the curses of poverty of spirit, soul and body, the abundance of blessing is yours. Seek and pursue him with your whole heart.  All that is missing in your life is found in him, abundant love, acceptance, joy, peace and contentment.

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 07/02/2013

God Corrects The Misdirected

by Hazel Straub

Psalm 25:8-10 (MSG)
God is fair and just;
He corrects the misdirected,
Sends them in the right direction.

He gives the rejects his hand,
And leads them step-by-step.

From now on every road you travel
Will take you to God.
Follow the Covenant signs;
Read the charted directions.

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 07/01/2013

Do Not Fear Trouble

by Hazel Straub

Those bought with the blood of Jesus, need not fear disaster, personal challenges, or the enemy of our soul. No matter what we face, Yahweh’s presence and favor accompanies us. He saves, preserves and delivers us through what looks impossible. Fear not that your challenge, trial or testing will destroy you, for Yahweh is with you. His presence sustains you through your crisis. He knows your name, values, honors and loves you. Fear not!

“I, Yahweh, have created and formed you. Fear not, for I have redeemed you. I call you by name, you are mine. When you pass through flood waters, I will be with you, through the rivers, you will not be overwhelmed. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched and the flame will not burn you. For I, Yahweh, am your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give ransom for you and many nations in exchange for you. Because you are precious to me, honored, and I love you, I give nations in exchange for you and people instead of your life.” (Isaiah 43:1-4)

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 06/30/2013

Not Circumstances But God Destiny

by Hazel Straub

Often we worry about our circumstances, losing our assets and are self-centered. We become so concerned about how life affects us, we lose our focus and the reason we live. God our Creator, placed us in our family, in our city and nation with a destiny. He created us in his image and placed gifts inside of us that we need for our life purpose. His plans for us are bigger than we can imagine. Look up, see your life from God’s perspective and worship him! You are fearfully and wonderfully made,  your destiny calls.

“For we are God’s [own] handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live].” Ephesians 2:10 (Amplified)

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 06/29/2013

Holy Spirit Fire

20130628-233929.jpgby Hazel Straub

When there is smoke, there is fire. After several weeks of a heat wave, the air near my home, smells like a campfire and smoke hovers. Although a forest fire burns about 20 miles away, the hills are misty with smoke.  The smoke penetrates one’s clothes and changes your aroma

Holy Spirit, “How does this apply to my life?” I inquire. He replied, “When you spend time in the presence of God, his fire burns the works of the flesh. The fleshly things burn and you begin to smell different. It is a refining fire that will transform you into pure gold. Submit to the process and you will smell more like Jesus, with your actions birthed in pure love.”

Job 23:10 (NLT)
“But he knows where I am going. And when he tests me, I will come out as pure as gold.”

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 06/27/2013

Living, Thirst Quenching Water

imageby Hazel Straub

Water, we all need it. Without a drink of water, most would not survive longer than 3 days because 60 to 70% of our body consists of water. It’s life-giving, hydrating, moisturizing, regulating normal temperature, lubricating the joints, protecting the spinal cord, organs and sensitive tissues, making nutrients and minerals usable and accessible, carrying oxygen and nutrition to the cells, keeping the blood flowing, helping the metabolism and flushing and cleansing toxic waste. Without adequate intake of water, disease multiplies, low blood pressure and headaches occur, water congregates outside the cells like a stagnant pond, constipation with toxic waste, fatigue, and reduced brain function with fogged thinking ensues.

Yeshua gives those who accept him as Lord of their lives living water, quenching their thirst. He is the Living Water! This water produces wonderful changes in not only their body but soul and spirit. Cleansing, purifying life-giving water! Drink deeply and enjoy the best tasting water!

John 4:13-14 (NOG Bible)
Yeshua answered her, “Everyone who drinks this water will become thirsty again. But those who drink the water that I will give them will never become thirsty again. In fact, the water I will give them will become in them a spring that gushes up to eternal life.”

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Posted by: Pure Glory | 06/27/2013

Hungry And Thirsty For God

imageby Hazel Straub

I’m hungry and thirsty for more of you God. It has been a long time since I took a praise break! Here’s my worship, Lord God.

God–you’re my God!
I can’t get enough of you!
I’ve worked up such hunger and thirst for God,
traveling across dry and weary deserts.

So here I am in the place of worship, eyes open,
drinking in your strength and glory.
In your generous love I am really living at lat!
My lips brim praises like fountains.
I bless you every time I take a breath;
My arms wave like banners of praise to you. (Psalm 63:1-4 MSG)

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