Bible Verses For The Day..............

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It Is God Who Justifies Who shall bring any charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies. Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died--more than that, who was raised--who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? Romans 8:33-35 ESV __________________ And what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power which He worked in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come. And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all. Ephesians 1:19-23 NKJV What a Faithful, Gracious God We Serve! __________________ Thanks be unto God for His wonderful gift: Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God is the object of our faith; the only faith that saves is faith in Him.
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Weekly Meditation
Everlasting Love - Enduring Mercy Save us, we pray, O LORD! O LORD, we pray, give us success! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the LORD! We bless you from the house of the LORD. The LORD is God, and he has made his light to shine upon us. Bind the festal sacrifice with cords, up to the horns of the altar! You are my God, and I will give thanks to you; you are my God; I will extol you. Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalm 118:25-29 ESV

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Wisdom and Understanding from God And they shall teach no more every man his neighbour, and every man his brother, saying, Know the LORD: for they shall all know me, from the least of them unto the greatest of them, saith the LORD: for I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more. Jeremiah 31:34 KJV __________________ To give knowledge of salvation unto his people by the remission of their sins, Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us, To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. Luke 1:77-79 KJV __________________ Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. Proverbs 3:7,8 KJV __________________ "You can tell how big a person is by what it takes to discourage him." __________________ Thanks be unto God for His wonderful gift: Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God is the object of our faith; the only faith that saves is faith in Him.
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Weekly Meditation
Our Faithful God For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people; for ye were the fewest of all people: But because the LORD loved you, and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, hath the LORD brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondmen, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations; And repayeth them that hate him to their face, to destroy them: he will not be slack to him that hateth him, he will repay him to his face. Thou shalt therefore keep the commandments, and the statutes, and the judgments, which I command thee this day, to do them. Deuteronomy 7:6-11 (King James Version)

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Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." --Hebrews
13:8

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"And He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we
might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were
healed." --1 Peter 2:24

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Dogs, Cats and Other People - Mothers and Dogs
By Matthew "'Uncle Matty" Margolis Mothers have this wonderful ability to love their children unconditionally. They teach us what love is. One of those special events that impact us most in our childhood is the introduction of pets into our lives. Moms teach us that pets are a responsibility and that we need to be kind to animals. It's a wonderful life lesson, and our childhood pet memories stay with us forever. Moms not only care for us, but they also nurture our pets. They see that they have food and shelter. They give our pets love and affection, and teach us to do that, as well. They take our four-legged friends to the veterinarian. And when everyone else in the family is too busy to walk the dog or clean out the kitty litter pan, it's mom to the rescue -- always. Pets depend on us, and thank goodness moms have the wonderful ability to live up to the responsibility that exists, regardless of the species they choose. I'm thinking about a mom I spoke with recently who wanted to bring a dog into the family. She recognized that her knowledge about dogs was limited and decided that she should do a little research ahead of time to make sure getting a pet was the right thing to do at the time. She started to bone-up on the subject by reading about puppies. She learned that they are like babies. They need their shots, health care, education and training, and lots of love and affection. A puppy needs a house that is puppy-proofed. They do not grow out of problems; they grow into them. She learned about temperament, testing to make certain the puppy was not aggressive and had a personality that would blend with the family. One of the big lessons for her was gaining the knowledge that aggression is not protection. Next, she thought she should consider adopting an older dog. She discovered that there are advantages and disadvantages to pet adoption. You need to know how to avoid taking on other people's problems, or at least know what they are and be willing to deal with them. One thing led to another, and this mom's education continued by learning about different breeds and characteristics. Some breeds are herders. Some are more prone to be high-energy, while others are more sedate, although temperaments vary within a breed, as well. Some breeds need a lot of exercise. Others benefit from a suitable, daily walk. Then came the budgeting. What will a dog cost in terms of health care, training, food, toys, and accessories -- all the things necessary to live up to the responsibilities of owning a dog. Finally, this mom told me she was prepared to get a pet, and that she was willing to accept the responsibility because she knew what to expect. Her children will benefit from this preparation, as well, because they are part of the plan. This will be one lucky dog -- healthy and happy -- and the children in this home will not be in harm's way because of the dog. They will learn about love and responsibility, and enjoy the wonderful memories of their pet for the rest of their lives. Note: The Old Navy chain of retail stores is looking for a new spokesdog to replace its much-loved mascot mutt, "Magic." If your dog is well-behaved, and has charisma and confidence, you may submit your dog's bio and photo through May 29, 2006, at: www.oldnavy.com/magic -- where you will also find all the rules and regulations. There are also casting calls at North Avenue Beach in Chicago on Saturday, May 20, and in Union Square, New York City on Thursday, May 25. Look for the Old Navy casting bus. Woof! ---- Dog trainer Matthew "Uncle Matty" Margolis is co-author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio and television guest, and host of the PBS series "WOOF! It's a Dog's Life!" Read all of Uncle Matty's columns at the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com, and visit him at http://www.unclematty.com. Send your questions to dearuncle.gazette@unclematty.com or by mail to Uncle Matty at P.O. Box 3300, Diamond Springs, CA 95619. Copyright 2006 Creators Syndicate Inc.
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"Though a host encamp against me, my heart will not fear; though war
arise against me, in spite of this I shall be confident." --Psalm 27:1,3

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Be not deceived, bad company corrupts good morals Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it, do not travel on it; turn from it and go on your way. Proverbs 4:14-15 NIV __________________ For men will be lovers of self, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, revilers, disobedient to parents, ungrateful, unholy, unloving, irreconcilable, malicious gossips, without self-control, brutal, haters of good, treacherous, reckless, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, holding to a form of godliness, although they have denied its power; Avoid such men as these. 2 Timothy 2:2-5 NASB __________________ Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God. Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope. Psalm 119:115-116 KJV __________________ Thanks be unto God for His wonderful gift: Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God is the object of our faith; the only faith that saves is faith in Him.
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Weekly Meditation
Our Faithful God "For you are a holy people to the LORD your God; the LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His own possession out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth. "The LORD did not set His love on you nor choose you because you were more in number than any of the peoples, for you were the fewest of all peoples, but because the LORD loved you and kept the oath which He swore to your forefathers, the LORD brought you out by a mighty hand and redeemed you from the house of slavery, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. "Know therefore that the LORD your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and His lovingkindness to a thousandth generation with those who love Him and keep His commandments; but repays those who hate Him to their faces, to destroy them; He will not delay with him who hates Him, He will repay him to his face. "Therefore, you shall keep the commandment and the statutes and the judgments which I am commanding you today, to do them. Deuteronomy 7:6-11 NASB

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"Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good
health, just as your soul prospers." --3 John 1:2

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Christ is Coming Again! Let us be diligent then to Obey Him Your wrath has come. The time has come for judging the dead, and for rewarding your servants the prophets and your saints and those who reverence your name, both small and great-- and for destroying those who destroy the earth." Revelation 11:18 NIV __________________ And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one: I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world. John 17:22-24 KJV __________________ I saw no temple in it (heaven), for the Lord God the Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. And the city has no need of the sun or of the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God has illumined it, and its lamp is the Lamb. Revelation 21:22,23 NASB __________________ Thanks be unto God for His wonderful gift: Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God is the object of our faith; the only faith that saves is faith in Him.
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Weekly Meditation
Our Faithful God "For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for his treasured possession, out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth. It was not because you were more in number than any other people that the LORD set his love on you and chose you, for you were the fewest of all peoples, but it is because the LORD loves you and is keeping the oath that he swore to your fathers, that the LORD has brought you out with a mighty hand and redeemed you from the house of slavery, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, to a thousand generations, and repays to their face those who hate him, by destroying them. He will not be slack with one who hates him. He will repay him to his face. You shall therefore be careful to do the commandment and the statutes and the rules that I command you today. Deuteronomy 7:6-11 ESV

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Christ is Coming Again! He will rule from sea to sea and from the River to the ends of the earth. All kings will bow down to him and all nations will serve him. May his name endure forever; may it continue as long as the sun. All nations will be blessed through him, and they will call him blessed. Praise be to his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory. Amen and Amen. Psalm 72:8,11,17,19 NIV __________________ It shall come to pass in the latter days that the mountain of the house of the LORD shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be raised above the hills; and all the nations shall flow to it, and many peoples shall come, and say: "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in his paths." For out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. He shall judge between the nations, and shall decide for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. Isaiah 2:2-4 RSV __________________ All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name. For you are great and do marvelous deeds; you alone are God. Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. Psalm 86:9-11 NIV __________________ Thanks be unto God for His wonderful gift: Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God is the object of our faith; the only faith that saves is faith in Him.
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Weekly Meditation
Our Faithful God Do this because you are a people set apart as holy to GOD, your God. GOD, your God, chose you out of all the people on Earth for himself as a cherished, personal treasure. GOD wasn't attracted to you and didn't choose you because you were big and important--the fact is, there was almost nothing to you. He did it out of sheer love, keeping the promise he made to your ancestors. GOD stepped in and mightily bought you back out of that world of slavery, freed you from the iron grip of Pharaoh king of Egypt. Know this: GOD, your God, is God indeed, a God you can depend upon. He keeps his covenant of loyal love with those who love him and observe his commandments for a thousand generations. But he also pays back those who hate him, pays them the wages of death; he isn't slow to pay them off--those who hate him, he pays right on time. So keep the command and the rules and regulations that I command you today. Do