As I was speaking recently I mentioned some cute sayings that have helped me, someone asked if I could write them down, so here they are:
STOP WHISHING AND WHINING-START RECEIVING AND BELIEVING-Phil. 2:14 "Do everything without complaining or arguing. 1 Cor. 10:10 "Do not grumble."
IT'S A SNARE TO COMPARE-1 Cor. 13:4 "Love does not envy." ; 2 Tim. 2:4 "No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer." NIV
STOP SLAMMING AND BAMMING-
1 Peter 3:10b, NLT keep your tongue from speaking evil…GO TO THE THRONE BEFORE THE PHONE-Matt. 6:33 "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." NIV; 1 Thess. 5:16-18 "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." NIV
READ THE RED WORDS-GOD'S LOVE (IT STARTS AT THE CROSS)
PHILIPPIANS 4:8 THAT THOUGHT-Phil. 4:8 "Finally, brothers and sisters, 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." NIV
STOP CURSING INSTEAD BLESSING-Romans 12:14 "Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse." NIV
HUSH NOT RUSH-Ps. 46:10 "Be still and know that He is God." ; James 1:19 " Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry," NIV
We have P. L. S.- POWER, LOVE, SOUND MIND-2 Tim. 1:7 "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline." NIV
FOUGHT THAT THOUGHT-Hebrews 4:12 " For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." NIV
GRIEVE AND GROW-Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them." NIV
BETTER TOGETHER-Ecc. 4:9 "Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor." NIV; Matt. 18:20 " For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” NIV
PURGE SPLURGE-Heb. 12:4 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us," NIV
LIVE THE MEANING-John 10:10 "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." NIV Life or Zoë means life that is real and genuine, a life active and vigorous, devoted to God, Life that comes directly from God.
I'M A MEMORY MAKER-Ps. 105:4-6 "Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. Remember the wonders he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced, you his servants, the descendants of Abraham, his chosen ones, the children of Jacob." NIV
NOT BITTER BUT BETTER Heb. 12:15 "See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many." NIV
HEAVENLY MIND-Luke 15:7 "“There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.” NIV
HONORING AND BLESSING-Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." NIV
Cleansing + Yielding = filling; filling of the Spirit comes, fruits of the Spirit are more evident.
Rest when you are stressed.
All of the above can connected to a bible verse. When we know the truth, the truth sets us free.
STOP BLAMING TAKE RESPONSIBILITY
Woulda, coulda, shoulda are warning words to Stinkin Thinkin; MMO-Major Mind Overload
I find these scriptures are great to memorize:
Hear his voice Psalm 29. proof you can hear from God.
Isaiah 26:3 He whose mind in steadfast on the Lord will live in perfect peace. (P squared approach).
Psalm 139:14 We must love ourselves to love others.
James 4:8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.
James 1:13-14 death=low functioning
Proverbs 18:21 Life or Death are in the power of the tongue.
Ephesian 6 Armor of God
Isaiah 54:17 no weapon formed against you will prevail.
Exodus 14:15 MOVE ON
Zephaniah 3:17 For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With His love, He will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs. NLT
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody.
1 John 1:11-12 If you confess your sins He is faithful and just and will forgive your sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
John 10:10 The theif comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (LIFE IN GREEK MEANS ZOE LIFE!)
I have found that captivating my thoughts in obedience to Christ has been helpful to conquer thoughts that are rolling in my head.
I like it in the message version-2 Cor. 10:5 "We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ."
Powerful God tools-Holy Spirit-(tune-in), bible reading and word studies (the words that come to mind like joy-are you lacking joy? Who, what, where, when, how do I get joy?), prayer, journaling, listening to Christian radio, circle of friends (beware and pray who that would be), Godly counsel (people who really will be careful with their words and pray for what is best for you, not for them) worship, praise, thanksgiving, give up your expectations of others-(think of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane-forgiving, no expectations). Be able to know stating scripture that backs up these statements of truth. 1. Gods is who He says He is. 2. God can do what He says He can do. 3. I am who God says I am. 4. I can do all things through Christ. 5. God's word is alive and active in me.
These tools DO NOT earn us salvation-they are bringing us in tune of the will of the Father.
Hi Friend: Do you want more? Here is a little exercise to open your mind to focus on Jesus.
Read Psalm 111. This Psalm contains a word bank of characteristics of Jesus.
great, glorious majestic righteous, wonderful, memorable, gracious, compassionate, provider, covenant keeper, powerful, giver faithful, just, trustworthy, steadfast, upright, redeemer, holy, awesome and eternal. His character is being presented to you every day! Is He real to you? How do you see Him working? What verses help reveal this truth of who God is for you right now? Are you meditating on this scripture day and night? Is it a work in progress, are you waiting, is it finished and you have the answer? Realize sometimes you won't ever get the answer. That's okay! It still will be an opportunity to grow. Your next steps: be brave, be vulnerable, be authentic, invite someone to her your story of now!
Pray: God I want to let my testimony witness to your glory. You are available 24/7/365, thank you Lord. Amen.
Let's say that you are having a discussion with someone you are caring about and it is not going well. You feel like they have strayed from the truth. Stop! Take a deep breath! Know the truth. You feel anxious or fearful in the moment remind yourself of truth, like...Jesus is omnipresent, He represents love...He will take your request and guard your heart and mind...pray...think about the fact of this God holds all things together...tell yourself that Jesus I can't handle this, but I know you love and that I want to trust you with my thoughts and my loved ones thoughts...help us.. AMEN
Stories from the bible that have come up that correlate with my life that resolve, give me peace and teach me.
Esther-I am a FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS GIRL TOO!
Women with the issue of Bleeding-What if! If only I could touch His garment! Yes you can!
Feeding the 5000-After Jesus fed the 5000 he said to the disciples, "Immediately leave!"
With all that is going on so many opinions peoples dissension, division-don't get caught up in the arguments, discussions, LEAVE!
Joseph-It took him twenty years to get back what was stolen.
Ruth-Your God is my God; where you go I will go.
1 Kings 19:11-15 Elijah heard God not in the elements of storm, but in a gentle whisper.
Jesus asks, "who do you say I am?" Matthew 16 "You are the Christ."
Transfiguration Matthew 17, Peter, James, John see the glorious transfiguration of Jesus on a mountain top experience. Jesus changed to a regal state before their eyes. God enveloped them and spoke. He spoke to them! "This is my son whom I love; with Him I am well pleased, Listen to Him!
Jesus in John 20 appears after His death for the first time! First appearance he says, "Peace be with you." Not what happened? What did you learn? Let's talk about the bad guys, none of that, just, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me I am sending you." He wanted us to receive, believe...walk in peace as He did.
Last supper-Jesus is a servant. He came to serve and save. Do as he does!
John 17-Jesus final words. I feel like this is the most important thing to know. Don't you like to know someone's final words before they die? What was important to them?
teach me teach me.
