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| March 11, 2001 |
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| Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance." 1Peter 1:13-14 The fact that we will be judged someday is another incentive to endure the trials of this world. How we live down here upon this earth is very important. Today, believers are confronted with the demand to lead transformed lives which only the Word of God can produce in us. One of the reasons God lets us go through trials and troubles is because He wants to fashion us according to His plan. We are to yield to Him in all our tribulations. "I NEEDED THE QUIET" by Alice H. Mortenson I needed the quiet so He drew me aside, Into the shadows where we could confide. Away from the bustle where all the day long I hurried and worried when active and strong. I needed the quiet though at first I rebelled But gently, so gently, my cross He upheld, And whispered so sweetly of spiritual things Though weakened in body, my spirit took wings To heights never dreamed of when active & gay He loved me so greatly He drew me away. I needed the quiet. No prison my bed, But a beautiful valley of blessings instead ~ A place to grow richer in Jesus to hide; I needed the quiet so He drew me aside. The Word of God not only brings us hope, but it also leads to our obedience. God Bless You ~ Have a joy-filled day in the Lord! <J><E><S><U><S>< <S><A><V><E><S>< |