Dedication

 I remember when I first found the spirit of God. When I got saved the first time, it was amazing! The overwhelming feelings of being forgiven, washed clean and given a new start on life.

 I remember having the utmost respect and reverence for God, at home and especially when at church. After all it was God's house. The place we came to worship Him, feel the Spirit and be filled.

 I was on fire for the Lord.

 Unfortunately so many Christians lose their fire over time and become bench warmers, taking up space in the house of the Lord.

 Sermons become convenient between morning coffee and afternoon football. It used to be Dress Your Best for God, now it's come as you are, pick the time that's most convenient.

 Even worse ~ pick the church that confirms to your comforts. They follow a few good scriptures and don't push for the hard stuff.

 BEWARE

Malachi 3:6. for I am the Lord, I change not.

 In looking for a church to find fellowship, I find myself concerned with their teachings and the dedication to the Lord, and following the Word of the Lord. 

 I've met a lot of Christians over the years and many of them are Christians on Sunday and Holidays, no different than anyone else the rest of the week.

 I'm looking for people dedicated to God, to following the Word and Living it in every day life. People that are on fire 🔥 for God and excited to be saved. 

People that won't let the fire go out. 

 My biggest downfall with the church and what put my spirits out, were the people going through the motions like they were bored and had better things to do, than be with God.

 I'm not letting that happen again. I've bought a new Bible study book and daily devotional. 2025 is going to be a glorious year, regardless of my homeless situation.

 Daily dedication waking up with God. The days are bound to be better than waking up alone. Starting the day with prayer and Bible study. Let's get some spiritual strength to face the day. Grateful for staying warm at night, and Opportunities to eat will be thanked with gratitude. 

 At the end of each day, I want to feel like I've fueled the fire - rather than do anything to extinguish it.

 Christians be dedicated to God, 

let your light shine!!

Blessed by God 

Life's promising @ the Bright Side of the Barn 

Thanks for Stopping by 

Until Next Time Stay Safe and Happy Trails 

January 1 - 2025

 Happy New Year!

Praise the Lord and Thank God!

Last year was a very difficult year, which ended on a positive note. The call regarding housing. Still waiting to find out if we get it. I think God enjoys teaching us patience most of all. 

This year is going to be better no matter what happens physically. I'm focusing on my spiritual life and making sure that I'm in the right place with God when my time comes. Honestly nothing else matters. 

The devil has been and will probably work twice as hard to make it difficult. As I said last year was the worst! 

* Lots of prayers, prayers, prayers 

* Scriptures, scriptures, scriptures 

* Praise, Praise, Praise 

* Studying the Word refreshing the mind.

It's a New Year and a New Mindset.

Today's Study 

After my prayers this morning I asked the Lord for scriptures. Where should I study? Where do you begin a journey back to God. His answer was... Perfect.

Malachi, 

the last book of the Old Testament.

Study Verse:

3:7

 Even from the days of your father, you are gone away from my ordinance, and have not kept them.

Return unto me, and I will return unto you, sayeth the Lord of Hosts.

But you said, wherein shall we return?

Read on.. There are only 4 chapters in Malachi, it's a short book to read and a beautiful answer to the question ~ where do I begin.

Blessed by God 

Life is healing @ the Bright Side of the Barn 

Thanks for Stopping by 

Until Next Time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails