November 13, 2007

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His faithful love endures forever -
Psalm 118:29

If you sat down and began counting your blessings, how long would it take? A very, very long time! Your blessings include your life, your family, your friends, your talents, and possessions, for starters. But, your greatest blessing-a gift that is yours for asking-is God's gift of eternal life through Christ Jesus.

This Thanksgiving, think about all you have and all you have been blessed with. God deserves the praise and thanks!

You can never count up every single blessing that God has given you, but it doesn't hurt to try . . . so get ready, get set, go-start counting your blessings RIGHT NOW!

Some Quotes from others - - -

Go outside, to the fields, enjoy nature and the sunshine,
go out an try to recapture happiness in yourself and in God.
Think of all the beauty that's still left in and around you and be happy!
-Anne Frank

Don't have anything to be thankful for?
Check your pulse!
- Quips, Anonymous

Some verses for you to enjoy - -

I will give You thanks with all my heart
- Psalm 138:1

And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
- Colossians 3:17

Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, walk in Him, rooted and built up
in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
- Colossians 2:6-7

Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift
- 2 Corinthians 9:15

Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises.
- James 5:13

FAITH BUILDER:
Two Magic Words: Thank you! People never become tired of hearing those two little words, and neither, for that matter, does God.

CHECK BACK NEXT MONDAY FOR THE NEXT FAITH BUILDER!
You may reach me, Pastor Billy, at 803-429-6719
e-mail: DJBPASTORB@JesusAnswers.com

Portions of this text is taken from "Faith Builders for Teens" Published by Lifeway Press

Luke 6:31

Just as you want others to do for you, do the same for them. - Luke 6:31

The Golden Rule - Do we know what that is anymore?

How should you treat other people? God has the answer to that question. God wants you to treat other people exactly like you want to be treated: with kindness, respect, and courtesy. When you do, you'll make your family and friends happy. . .and that's precisely what your Heavenly Father wants.
So if you're wondering how to treat someone else, follow the Golden Rule: treat other people like you want them to treat you. When you do, you'll be obeying your Father in heaven and you'll be making other folks happy at the same time.

I know that sometimes it's hard to treat our family with that respect, or even others that aren't "the same" as we are or "believe" like we do, but we should treat others with the love of God, no matter the case.

Here are a few quotes from some people;
It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no one can sincerely try to help another without helping herself - - - - Barbara Johnson

The golden Rule starts at home, but it should never stop there. - - - - Marie T. Freeman

See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them - this is the Law and the Prophets Matthew 7:12

Let us no grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart
Galatians 6:9

If you really carry out the royal law prescribed in Scripture, You shall love your neighbor as yourself, you are doing well. James 2:8

FAITH BUILDER:
How would you feel? When you're trying to decide how to treat another person, ask yourself this question: "How would I feel if somebody treat me that way?" Then, treat the other person the way that you would want to be treated.

CHECK BACK NEXT MONDAY FOR THE NEXT FAITH BUILDER!
You may reach me, Pastor Billy, at 803-429-6719

Portions of this text is taken from "Faith Builders for Teens" Published by Lifeway Press