February Word of Encouragement

The Word of Encouragement is brought to you by: Rose Britner,
Founder of Women of Grace Ministries since 1998

2/22/08

Ephesians 2:10 (AMP) “For we are God's (own) handiwork, (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, (born anew) that I may do those good works which God predestined. (planned beforehand) for us (taking paths which He prepared ahead of time), that we should walk in them paths (living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live).”

God has a plan predestined for you to walk in. You may have circumstances that will distract you from completing God’s plan. You're not alone! I want to encourage you to remember that because God has plans already prepared for you, the following prayer would be of benefit to pray:

Good morning Lord! So what are your plans today? Whatever they are, I want to be a part of them. I ask you to show me who it is that you would like to speak to, through me, today. I trust that you will show me the way and that you will give me the words to say.

I'll be waiting for your reply. In Jesus Name, AMEN.

You can follow God’s plan for you today when you are in union with Him. The great news is, God never expects you to do anything alone. He is with you always to lead you, to guide you, to give you strength, courage and peace.

John 15:5 (AMP)”...apart from Me [cut off from vital union with Me] you can do nothing.”

Keep your focus and stay on course by staying connected to the Lord because without Him you can do NOTHING!!!

In His Grace,

Rose

All scripture taken from the Amplified Bible

2/15/08

Psalm 19:14 “May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.”

What we think about matters to God. You may have memories from past experiences that bring about a sense of feeling unwanted, unloved, or even rejected. What has happened in the past is over and you will never be able to change it. If you continue to think about the past, your future will be held captive by your past. We’ve all made mistakes and we all have all been in humiliating, embarrassing situations at some time in our lives. If you allow yourself to continually think about the past you will never be able to move forward. God loves you with an everlasting love. The only past that we should focus on is what Jesus has done for us.

Jeremiah 31:3 “The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: "I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.”

When you know that you are loved and accepted you have an entire new outlook on life and on those around you. This world is full of hurting people, and hurting people will hurt people. God loves you, and He is drawing you to Himself so you can experience His love. When you know that you are loved and accepted by God, you are able to love other as well as overlook their imperfections.

1 Peter 4:8 “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”

As you meditate on the love that God has for you, and the love that He has for those around you, you will be able to love others with His love. Remember, no one is perfect; I challenge you to allow the love of Christ in you to cover those around you. Give them mercy and ask God to love them through you. You will be amazed how your attitude will change.

In His Grace,

Rose

All scripture taken from New International Version

2/8/08

3 John 1:4 “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.”

Are you walking in truth or are you paralyzed by a lie? Deception comes in all forms and circumstances. John 8:44 Tells us that Satan is a liar and the father of all lies. His mission is to deceive you. His mission is to get you off course, to stray away from the truth.

John 16:13”But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.”

You need the Lord to give you the ability to recognize deception in your life, to open your eyes of understanding, that you may see truth as He guides you into all truth.

John 17:17 “Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.”

It is so important that you take every area of your life to God by presenting yourself before Him by reading His Word. His word is truth. His truth will open your understanding to the deception in your life and circumstances as you desire truth and search for truth through His word.

Psalms 51:6 “Surely you desire truth in the inner parts; you teach me wisdom in the inmost place.”

Knowledge is information; wisdom understands how to apply information. Only God knows exactly what you need. Seek after truth and receive the wisdom you need to walk in the truth and be free.

John 8:32 “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."

Be encouraged by His Truth,

Rose

All scripture taken from New International Version

2/1/08

Joshua 1:1-2 “After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses' aide: 2 "Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am about to give to them—to the Israelites.”

God called Joshua to the position of leader, to lead His people into the promise land.

Joshua 1:7-8 “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go, Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”

God gave specific instructions to Joshua. These instructions also apply to each one of us today. Temptation is a powerful tool that the enemy uses to stray one from the path that God has instructed. Distractions keep one busy so that they do not take the time to follow God’s specific instructions. God was speaking to Joshua to encourage Him in his calling; God is also speaking to you today. Run to the Word, speak it out of your mouth, think about it day and night, this will give you the power that you need to continue following after the things of God.

Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go”

The Lord is with you where ever you go. He will never leave you alone. He will be with you in good times and in times of trouble. When you remind yourself of this truth, you will gain the confidence to continue to walk by faith at all times.

Be encouraged by His Grace,

Rose
All scripture taken from New International Version