Pastor Melissa Scott

I have seen lots of people on tv doing their thing preaching the word. About a month ago I ran across Pastor Melissa Scott. I did a little research on her after watching one of her messages. I liked her style. It's as if your sitting there talking with her over a cup of coffee. Except she is controlling the conversation. Come to find out this woman is very knowledgeable in the word. She is an ordained Pastor, Professor and has command of 26 different languages. She will put her message up in a language that is mind boggling to most then as she is speaking she is writing on one of her three white boards and explaining everything in terms that anyone can understand. I suggest that if your interested in seeing one of her messages you check out her website. http://www.pastormelissascott.com . After you have checked out a couple of live sessions I think you will find her messages as interesting as I do. Until next time Godspeed & God Bless.

Faith Blind Faith

Today I sat down to do my normal 20 of reading. It came to me so easily that before I knew it I had read 30 pages. Now, I thought to my self what am I supposed to get from all this reading? I read the same 30 pages four different times trying to figure out just what it meant and still could not find anything to write. I prayed asking the master to help me find what it was he wanted me to take from the passage he had me read. Then I put my bible down and left it sit trusting in the master to show me the way.
This morning as my eyes were opening I heard these words. "Trust him and he will be there to help you." Then it really hit me. I have been seeing this commercial on tv about being there. Now if I put them together I get what it was I was supposed to take from the passage I read. {Ezekiel 44 to Daniel 10} The writings in this section are about visions, dreams, the rise and fall of great nations and kings, but most of all Faith in the one true living God. If we truly trust in him he will provide and protect us.
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were accused of not bowing down and paying tribute to the idol that Nebuchadnezzar had built. When they were brought before him they were given a chance to save themselves by simply bowing to the golden image. However, when the music sounded for the people to pay tribute they stayed true to the one true living God and refused to bow down. For this they were bound and thrown into a fire pit that was made seven times hotter than normal. When they were thrown into the fire the men who threw them in were burned and they were unharmed. King Neb couldn’t believe his eyes and had to ask how many were thrown into the pit. He saw four bodies in there walking around. The son of God had come to the three men and dwelt with them and protected them from the flames. When he saw this he set forth a decree that stated, "no-one was allowed to speak against the one true living God for there was no other God who could deliver like this." Daniel 3:29
Daniel when he was in power honored God three times a day and treated his people well. This caused the other rulers in that land to become angry with him. In order to have him removed they plotted against him. They went to the king {Darius} and had a law made up that made worship to any God a crime for 30 days. Anyone who violated this law was subject to being tossed to the lions. Daniel kept his daily routine and was brought before King Darius who was angry with himself for making such a law had to follow through with the punishment. So he ordered that Daniel be tossed into the lions den with a large stone placed over top. As Daniel was being put into the den King Darius spoke to Daniel saying, " Your God, whom you serve continually, He will deliver you." Daniel 6:16 The king lost sleep and did not eat or celebrate that night as he was worried about Daniel. However Daniel kept his faith and was saved when God sent down Angels to close the lions mouth. When Daniel was saved, King Darius made a decree stating that all must tremble and fear before the God of Daniel. Daniel 6:26
"THIS IS THE KIND OF FAITH WE AS A PEOPLE ARE TO DISPLAY TO GOD. IN RETURN FOR OUR UNBENDING FAITH HE {GOD} WILL PROVIDE FOR US IN EVERY WAY. FAITH..... IS A SMALL WORD WITH HUGE POWER. TRY IT. I DO ,,,, DAILY
In this time of people trying to tear Christianity down we should be building back up one person at a time. If each of us would place our fath in God on a deep heart felt level just think how strong not only we as an individual would become but our country would once again be the strong leader it was meant to be. The men in this passage were ready to physically give their lives for their belief {faith} in the one true living God. Today people don’t even acknowledge that they even believe in God let alone have faith in him. The government is also partly to blame for this. This country was founded on Christian Principles. When I was in school we started out day with the pledge of allegiance, and they Star Spangled Banner. There was an English class available to us where the Bible was the text book. Nowadays if you have a Bible in school and your reading it or praying your looked down upon. However if your from some other religion its ok to take time out to pray and read. I’m not saying deny them their rights to practice their religion. But they came to our country if they want to practice their ways that’s fine let them. But, that does not mean that we have to stop practicing our ways of showing out faith and thankfulness to our God. What I mean to say is this. When this country and its people stood up and embraced their Belief and Faith in God we were a strong and proud people. Everything seemed to be going good for us. We were in control because we treated other nations with the respect we were brought up to show. Now that we have gone away from some of our beliefs and some of our freedoms. I mean the freedom is there for us to practice our religion but we are restricted in where we do it. In this country we used to have our government as well as the schools and churches all believing and trusting in God. I think its time we all get back on the same page and start believing honestly and putting our troubles and faith in
Gods hands. A true faith in God will lead us out of this mess we are in. It seems that every few years we go a little wacko and there is lots of hardship to follow. We pull back together and things get better.
In summary, I am by no means saying our leaders are not believers in God. What I am saying is in my own opinion I think if more of our leaders and people in leadership roles were to show their true faith a little more to the people around them. There would be more people willing to trust in God completely.
It is also my belief that people who come to this country are attaching our belief because they know it is our strength. Our belief and trust in God not only in word but in our hearts is our basic foundation of our lives and that of this country. Once again, these are my opinions and you can agree with them or not its your choice. Until we meet here again I wish you Godspeed.

Husbands and Wives

Wives are to be submissive to their own husbands no matter if they are believers or not. Wives let your conduct and gentleness of heart be a witness or guide to your husbands so they may see God's handy work and become one of his followers. Not only do the wives adorn themselves in and outwardly fashion but inwardly as well. It is said that "a Gentle and quiet spirit are very precious in the sight of God." Husbands, you are to dwell with your wife with understanding and honor. Together you are the heirs of the Grace of Life. husband and wife are to remain together for life.

By my understanding if one of them dies the other is allowed to remarry. However, Divorce is not allowed. Moses said it was ok to write a certificate of divorce and dismiss the wife. That is not what God intended. Jesus said," But from the beginning of the creation, God made they male and female; For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh; so then they are no longer two, but one flesh. " Therefore what God has joined together let no man seperate."

With that statement God answered the question of gay marriage. He did not say that two men shall be married nor did he say two women shall be married. He did say, male and female shall be joined together.

I am not here to judge anyone, that is not my job. We should all remember this simple phrase. Judge not lest ye be judged. God will be the one to judge us all when the time comes. However, it is up to us to follow the path already set before us in the book of Life and Law until that time comes. Because when it comes time for him to judge us he will judge us on our entire life not just part of it. Once again, i say. These are my opinions you may agree in whole or in part then again you may disagree. It's your choice. Godspeed to all.

Work

We should set ourselves as examples to others. Paul talking to the Thessalonians stated he that does not work does not eat. 2 Thessalonians 3:10&11. "For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat. For we hear there are those who walk among you in a disorderly manner, not working at all but are busybodies."

When staying with family or friends for any length of time. We should make sure we help with whatever needs to be done. Wether it's helping prepare the food for meals, or washing dishes or laundry. Any help will be appreaciated because it makes those whom you are staying with feel better about providing the food and lodging for you. If you are just sitting around and eating their food they are going to get upset with you and quickly boot you to the curb.

This is the way i was raised. If i sat down to eat before i feed the animals i would not be served until i got up and took care of them. A case of you don't do your work, you don't eat my food. Nothing in this life comes for free. This taught me a work ethic that has stuck with me my entire life. I am no stranger to hard work and not afraid to work. I assign small tasks to my kids and its the same way. They don't do what they have been instructed to do they don't sit down at the supper table until its done. It's not like i have them move a house or something, just little things like, fold laundry or mow lawn, or do dishes.

Even in these tough times it still bugs me when people sit and claim a check without doing anything to earn it. i know there are those who simply cannot work for a medical reason these are not the people i am talking about. The ones i am talking about are those who are strong and healthy and fully able to work yet choose not to. The ones who won't even look for work.

Once again, these are just my opinions and you can choose to agree or disagree. Until next time..Godspeed

Solomon

Solomon had a way with words when it came to the woman he loved. He took great care when describing her. Solomon carefully looked at each part of her body starting with her feet then moved upward taking great care to compare her to the most beautiful and precious things he could think of. After all, he was describing a princess. When Solomon was done describing her to us you could close your eyes and see her standing there before you. A tall woman with dark hair that was nearly black, the bluest of blue eyes, and a face and body that could have been carved from stone to perfection. The envy of every woman. The love shared between them must have been strong and unshaken, because when he speaks of her one can tell he is totally committed to her, and the princess expressed her devotion to him when she said, "I am my beloved's, And his desire is toward me" With that statement she said I am his and his alone and he is mine. This quote can be found in the masters handbook of life, love and law, the 7th chapter of the Song of Solomon.

Now, here's a question for you. How many of us can describe our wives or girlfriends in a way that will truly do them justice and paint a picture clear enough for someone else to visualize what they look like. And, how many couples in the world today have a love that depicts the same Undivided Devotion Solomon and his Princess had? I'm betting the ones who have this type of devotion to one another actually feel like it was yesterday when the got married or together and they have been that way for many years,

More love and devotion of this type would make our world a nicer place to live. Personally, I have been with my wife for 20 years and counting. Once again, these are my opinions, you can agree with them or not. The choice is yours. Until next time. Godspeed

Riches

Most people search for riches of one sort or another. However, the Master says if one has Wisdom and also gains understanding. Then and only then will you have more riches than you could really imagine. Wisdom and understanding are more precious than a fistful of rubies, silver or fine gold. To those who obtain both shall come peace and happiness. For if you have wisdom and understanding you will be more tolerant of others. You will have patients for those around you who may not be so understanding. One can only hope to handle the responsibility that comes with these precious gifts. Until next time. Godspeed.

Follow Your Heart

One must follow his heart in order to find the true path that God has chosen for him. People often say, "i wish life came with an instruction book." What they don't realize is that life does come with an instruction book. Its called "The Holy Bible." All that need be done, is read and follow directions.

imagine for a moment if you will. What a town or city would be like if they followed the laws and guidelines set forth in the Bible as their only laws. How many murders and drug deals or other violent crimes would there be? How would they be dealt with if they did happen.

Some would have very harsh punishments. Punishments that today in our society would not be allowed. However those punishments worked back then. If even some of them were on the law books today, there would be less crime. Just the fear factor alone would keep people from committing the crime. If you knew that when you stole something from someone you were going to loose one of your hands. Would you take it anyway? I think not. I'm not saying you wouldn't be tempted. However, when that temptation came over you, you would think about what would happen if you gave into that temptation, then ask God for guidance. it's the same with those who have trouble loosing his temper and striking out at people. If he or she truly asked God for help in dealing with this problem a direction would be provided. The one thing to remember in all this is. When one asked for help with something God doesn't just make that item go away he provides opportunities to overcome that problem. I.E... someone with anger problems he would give situations that would allow that person to control their anger and disarm the person or situation that was creating the anger. Its the same with anything else. Opportunity after opportunity to over come whatever the situation might be. As you over came one then another you would gain control over their situation.

People in this particular community would share the work and harvest of large gardens to make sure everyone had enough to eat. While those who went out to work would get a portion of their income for themselves and the balance would go to provide for the rest from one central account. I mean only the necessary items would be provided. Not the status symbol items.

I guess what I am saying is if this community worked together in all ways and followed the laws and direction given in the Bible, i.e, life's instruction manual it would most likely function much better than most cities in the world do today.

That's just one persons opinion of course. All I know is that when I do follow my heart without fear, things happen. The majority of the time for the good. Sometimes not so good. However, that's what life really is. A learning process whereby you have good days and bad. As long as you're constantly learning then your life will improve daily. Follow as closely as you can what the Master has to say and you will be provided for. I have put this to the test several times myself. Every time I start slipping backwards doing just what I want to do rather than what i feel I should be doing. Things take a turn for the worse. After some time of struggling I get my brain and heart back on the right road by communicating with Him again. Life gets a little better each and every day. Then like most people, when things start going good I feel like I don't need his help any more and slack off. The moment I slack off I am quickly reminded that it's a daily walk and talk with Him for a lifetime, not just a few weeks or months. Certainly not only in a time of need.

You could say that a walk with God is a lot like a marriage. You may not always agree with your partner but, you work together in order to make your life work. It's the same with
God. You may not like where he leads you or what he tells us to do. If you give Him and his choices half a chance and look around you. The reason you were lead to that particular point will reveal itself and the moment it does you will feel the rush through your entire body.

I have found that if you just open your instruction manual and read ten pages to the left and ten pages to the right each day followed up by a few minutes to take in everything you just read. The answers to many of the problems bothering you and causing you to sometimes bang your head against the wall. We can't always handle the stress life hands us. By reading ten pages both ways we are forced to slow down for a few minutes each day allowing us to catch our breath and get a little closer to God and makes it easier to handle what our stressful days have to offer.

Just imagine taking fifteen minutes once or twice a day to do this simple read and talk session with Him as a way of relaxing and unwinding. For fifteen minutes no phones, or interruptions of any kind. Just you, the Bible and God for that time. You reading and listening to your heart. No hurry, the world slows down to a snails pace for you. The quiet time alone helps relieve the stress. Don't just skim over the words on the pages. Be sure to read every last word and take time to let it sink in. Even if you don't understand it right away. It will come to you later in the day or maybe two days later. Something you do or say will trigger just what was meant by what you read. After you have done the reading just close the book and thank him for taking care of you and your family and for being there to talk to. "Him, God, The Master , is always there listening and waiting for you to bring your problems to Him.

Once you have learned to overcome situations with his help be sure to tell others how it was that you conquered your problem. Learning experiences are nothing than situations you have overcome and shared with someone else. A couple quick thoughts to close.

In the movie "The Rookie" the father quotes his grandfather saying, "There's a time to do what you want to do, then there is a time to do what you were meant to do." For me it means its time to follow out the plan the Master has laid out for me.
Each of you can agree or disagree with the statements above. After all this is, Just one persons opinion whether you agree or disagree the choice is yours.