Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/07/2011

Thought War For Life Or Death

by Hazel Straub

Our thought life is important. What we think and meditate upon comes out of our mouth and manifests in our actions. There is a war going on in our thought life, over what we believe. The devil wants us to see the problem, while God wants us to look at the answer. If we fix our eyes on Jesus the Anointed One, we will marvel at what God has done and is doing. God wants us to meditate on his Word. He desires that we know that greater is the Spirit of Jesus inside of us, than the enemy in the world.

The devil wants to steal, kill and destroy you. He has taken what belongs to you, by getting you to think on the problem and not the solution. The enemy uses deception and distraction to take away your knowledge of the strength of God, inside you. Worry and anxiety are the first stage of doubt that leads to fear and unbelief. Worry negates faith. Get your eyes on the solution. Renew your mind so you can know who you are in Christ Jesus. God makes a way, when it seems impossible. With God you can resist the enemy and he will flee. Miracles of provision come, when you change your vision to the Lord Jesus.

Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.”

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/06/2011

Be Strong And Courageous

by Hazel Straub

We are in a new season. The new is exciting but much is unknown, as we have never been this way. It is important to listen to the Lord our God and follow his instructions. Also, we need to know that he will never leave or forsake us so we can rely on his strength. His love surrounds us and we will not fear nor become afraid of any challenges that we face. Neither will we become discouraged because our focus is on God and his sustaining presence.

Joshua 1:7-9 (Tanakh)
“Just be strong and very courageous to observe and do in accordance with all of the Torah that Moses My servant has commanded you. Do not stray therefrom right or left, in order that you succeed wherever you go. This book of the Torah shall not leave your mouth; you shall meditate therein day and night, in order that you observe to do all that is written in it, for then will you succeed in all your ways and then will you prosper. Did I not command you, be strong and have courage, do not fear and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/05/2011

Walk By Faith Not Sight

by Hazel Straub

We are called to walk by faith and not by sight. Daily there is a challenge to trust God for our daily needs, physically and spiritually. With him we will not fear, but trust in his loving kindness, faithfulness, love and provision beyond our imagination. The Lord is our shepherd and  we have no lack, as we trust him.

Hebrews 11:1-3 (Amplified)
“NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, [a]the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
For by [faith–[b]trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report.
By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned, put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.”

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/04/2011

Metamorphosis

Cocoon on the pokok Hempedu Bumi (Andrographis...

by Hazel Straub

We are in a season of great change. This change such as, in the Middle East has seen the toppling of long-standing dictators. Earthquakes, hurricanes and tornados in unusual places and unusual weather patterns. Many things which were constant in the past are changing. Even in our personal lives there is rapid change and transformation.

God is calling us to leave the past behind and to move into our future. It is time to let go of old destructive ways of thinking and yield ourselves to God so he can transform us. Taking off the old garments and getting rid of everything that keeps us from victorious life. God gives us fresh vision and perspective, as we change our focus from our circumstances to Jesus. A transformation and metamorphosis happens so we become more in the image of Jesus the Messiah.

It is a new season and time to emerge from the comfort of the cocoon and to emerge transformed.

Metamorphosis is a profound change in form from one stage to the next in the life history of an organism, as from the caterpillar to the pupa and from the pupa to the adult butterfly.

Romans 12:2 (Amplified Bible)
“Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you].”

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/03/2011

God Is Your Security, Fear Not!

by Hazel Straub

Fear and anxiety rob one of the joy of the present. Worry changes your vision from trust in God, to all the immobilizing what ifs . . . Instead he wants us confidently looking at him and not alarmed by what appears a disaster approaching. God is for us and nothing can successfully oppose us. So we are calm and not apprehensive over the testings and trials. God is our security on whom we rely because he is faithful and trustworthy.

Isaiah 41:10 (Amplified Bible)
“Fear not [there is nothing to fear], for I am with you; do not look around you in terror and be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen and harden you to difficulties, yes, I will help you; yes, I will hold you up and retain you with My [victorious] right hand of rightness and justice.”

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/02/2011

Bless God For All His Benefits

by Hazel Straub

God is extremely good to all of us. Bless his name and give him praise for all that he does for us every day. Every good thing comes from him. Blessing, praising and worshiping God changes your perspective today.

Psalm 105:1-5 (NKJV)
Bless the LORD, O my soul;
And all that is within me, bless His holy name!
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.

Posted by: Pure Glory | 11/01/2011

Silent Church Without Savory Salt

Table salt and peppercorns.

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by Apostle Gabriel Cross

Prayerlessness is powerlessness. A silent church is like salt without savor. Salt not only seasons and savors but it also burns. The Word is a fat burner that burns out the enemy. Get more salt in your life.

Posted by: Pure Glory | 10/31/2011

Focus On The Lord Not The Problem

by Apostle Gabriel Cross

The Word of God is accepted by some and rejected by others. During our walk, we can become sidetracked. The enemy gets you focused on the problem and not the Lord and he takes your strength. Get under the blood, confess your sin and get moving.

Posted by: Pure Glory | 10/30/2011

God’s Abundant Prosperity For You

by Hazel Straub

Philippians 4:18-20 (The Message)
“And now I have it all—and keep getting more! The gifts you sent with Epaphroditus were more than enough, like a sweet-smelling sacrifice roasting on the altar, filling the air with fragrance, pleasing God no end. You have assurance that God will take care of everything you need, his generosity exceeding even yours in the glory that pours from Jesus. Our God and Father abounds in glory that just pours out into eternity. Yes.”

You cannot out give God no matter what you sacrifice for him. As you give of your money, time, worship and self to the Lord, he pours more than you gave back to you. What he gives you does not have a price. His abundance  includes healing from childhood soul wounds, and generational curses along with answered prayers. Also included is deep abiding peace, abundant love, restored relationships, debts cancelled, groceries, bills paid with extra left over. You can count on God supplying all of your needs. He also pours his glory on you so you shine with the beauty of Jesus. Relax and praise God for his abundant and overflowing provision in your life!

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