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The Silent Heart

By-Crickettt

Matthew 11:28-30-Come unto me, all you that are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly of heart: and you shall find rest for your souls.  For, my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Matthew 6:33-But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Isaiah 59:1-Behold, the Lord's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy

 My Refuge

by-Crickettt

Psalm 62:5-8-Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge.

Are you walking in a valley right now? Does it seem so difficult that you feel defeated and alone? God said in his Word, (Matt. 11:28-3

What's Next, When God Seems to Say, "No"?

By:  Crickettt

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."  Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Have you ever put your trust in God concerning something in particular only to see it disappear right before your eyes?  You walked in faith, believed that God can do the impossible, and stood your ground with His Word.  Then, after all that standing, you get down to the wire of your

The Cross of Jesus

By Crickettt  (*Revised*)

Let's take a moment to see the full picture of the crucifixion as it took place 2,000 years ago. First of all, during Jesus' ministry, He taught about a new covenant or promise made between God and mankind. The old teachings and old laws were considered the only way to get to heaven. When Jesus began to teach on receiving salvation through believing and not by works alone, the Pharisees would not accept His message and instead took it as an act of treas

Who Will You Serve?

By: Crickettt

Choose Life

(The following scriptures used are from HCSB at  bible.com)

“This command that I give you today is certainly not too difficult or beyond your reach. It is not in heaven so that you have to ask, ‘Who will go up to heaven, get it for us, and proclaim it to us so that we may follow it? ’ And it is not across the sea so that you have to ask, ‘Who will cross the sea, get it for us, and proclaim it to us so that we may follow it? ’ But the message is very near

A Faith That Moves Mountains

By: Crickettt

*Passages are taken from HCSB at Bible.com unless otherwise noted.

There is a Faith mentioned in the Bible that literally moves mountains out of our way. Jesus spoke about this kind of Faith in Matthew 21:21. Jesus answered them, “I assure you: If you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you tell this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will be done. (Matthew 21:21 HCSB)

How is this t

Shepherd of My Heart

By-Crickettt

(Scriptures taken from the Living Bible and King James)

Psalm 34:18,19-The Lord is close to those whose hearts are breaking; He rescues those who are humbly sorry for their sins. The good man does not escape all troubles-he has them too. But the Lord helps him in each and every one.

Psalm 139:1,16,23-24-O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You saw me before I was born and scheduled each day of my life before I began to breathe. Search me,

Learning to Trust

By-Crickettt

Today, I learned a valuable lesson about putting my complete trust in God during difficult situations. I often miss the mark when it comes to following God and the path He has chosen for me. He teaches His perfect will sometimes in the most subtle ways and I do not see it the way I should or I miss it completely. I am reminded that our ways are not His ways and our thoughts are not His thoughts. I have allowed the devil to replace my joy and confidence too many time

God's Plan and the Power of Words

By Crickettt

Have you ever asked the question, "What is your plan for me God?"  A large number of people would answer "Yes" to that question, while others would have no opinion at all. Inside of every living creature there is a perfect plan...God's Plan.  From the very beginning of time, all life was given a purpose to be fulfilled.  We may never understand exactly what those plans are but, God knows.  There is such a wonderful mystery about the process of life; f

His Love Never Changes

By-Crickettt

The love of God cannot be measured, nor is it limited.  However, mankind tends to place many different limits upon loving others because of fear.  The Bible teaches that God is the same yesterday, today and forever; He changes not.  He does not change the way He loves us even when we sin against Him.  We love until we are hurt and then we stop, give up, and push others away.  We change our minds so easily about loving them and yet, God’s love is never ending.  H

Keep Your Dreams Alive!

By-Crickettt

Jeremiah 29-11(NIV)-"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Lamentations 3:25(NIV)-The LORD is good to those whose hope is in Him, to the one who seeks Him;

Romans 5:5(NIV)-And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

Romans 12:12(NIV)-Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful

Jesus Is Coming Soon!

By-Crickettt

I thought this would be a good opportunity to start sharing with you some lessons I began sending out in 1996 through a prison ministry.  I hope these will be a blessing to you. I pray that God will open your Heart and Spirit to hear His Word to you today!

 (KJV)Luke 12:37, 38, 40 "Blessed are those servants whom the Lord when He comes shall find watching; and if He shall come in a second watch, or come in the third watch, and find them so, blessed are those serva

 Waiting Here for You

By Crickettt

Genesis 49:18 (NKJV) -I have waited for Your salvation, O Lord!

Psalm 25:4-5(NKJV) -4/Show me Your ways, O Lord; Teach me Your paths.  5/Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation; On You I wait all the day.

Psalm 27:14(NKJV) -Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say on the Lord!

Psalm 33:20(NKJV)-Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield.

Isaiah 40:31(NKJV) -But those who wait

The Time is Now

By-Crickettt

Psalm 32:6 (TLB)-Now I say that each believer should confess his sins to God when he is aware of them, while there is still time to be forgiven. Judgment will not touch him if he does.

Joel 2:12-13 (TLB)-That is why the Lord says, "Turn to me now, while there is still time. Give me all your hearts. Come with fasting, weeping, mourning. Let your remorse tear at your hearts and not your garments. "Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful. He is not eas

Begin Again

by Crickettt

Today I want to share with you something God brought to my attention while I was doing my Bible Study. I hope this will inspire you as much as it did me.

The story is found in the book of Ezra. The Temple of the Lord had been destroyed by King Nebuchadnezzar and all the vessels of the temple and its treasures were taken to Babylon. When Cyrus became king of Persia, he was visited by the prophet Jeremiah and given a word about the rebuilding of the temple. So, the king of Pe

 (You can read about the Birth of Jesus in Luke 2:1-16)

https://bible.com/bible/59/luk.2.1-16.ESV

While the trees are being trimmed in all their splendor, while songs from merry hearts are sounding all around; families are gathered together to share a special time of love and giving.  Christmas is a joyous time of the year filled with the spirit of peace, joy, laughter and fellowship.  What is this celebration really about?  And who are we honoring during the holiday season?  Among the shimmering

The True Meaning of Christmas

By-Crickettt

Luke 2:1-20-And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augusts, that all the world should be taxed.  And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.  And all went to be taxed, everyone into his own city.  And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David) to be taxed with Mar

 The Bible contains many scriptures regarding loving one another and helping others in need.  It is so important to God, that several Books of the Bible have repeated His command to love and do good to those in need.  Jesus stated in Matthew 25, whatever we do to take care of those in need, we are doing the same unto Him.  We can see the same instructions in James 2: 8-9, 15-17; 1Peter 4:8-9; 1John 2:9-11; 1John 3:17; 1John 4:7-11.  We reveal the love of God when we show kindness to those in nee

The Importance of Prayer

By-Crickettt

People have often asked me, "Why should I bother praying if nothing changes"?  My response to them is simple.  God's timing is not the same as our timing. (1Peter 5:6). He does hear our prayers and moves according to His perfect plan. (Jeremiah 29:12). He is never too early or late, but is always right on time.  God's plan for us is carried out according to His Will and purpose.  Our Faith in Him determines how and when we see our prayers answered.  We are tol

Out of These Ashes, Beauty Will Rise

By-Crickettt

 Isaiah 61:2-3- (Amplified Version)-To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord (the year of His favor) and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn.  To grant (consolation and joy) to those who mourn in Zion-to give them an ornament (garland or diadem) of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment (expressive) of praise instead of a heavy, burdened, and failing spirit-that they may be called oaks of r