Do You Need Spiritual & Physical Rest?

 

Come Aside with Jesus

Do You Need Spiritual & Physical Rest?     This week I want to share with you what the Lord is putting on my heart this very day. We are in an especially busy season with our Health Insurance business right now. We are seeing many people, lots of phone calls, and studying and preparation. We are praying for and with people, and frankly, I'm feeling a bit over tired. When we are doing what the Lord has called us to do, we will get tired at times. We may begin to feel anxious inside, and just drained of energy. Let's look at what He says about it.  It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows; For so He gives His beloved sleep. Psalm 127:2  For thus says the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: “In returning and rest you shall be saved; In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.” But you would not, Isaiah 30:15  Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am [a]gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30  Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. So they departed to a deserted place in the boat by themselves. Mark 6:30-32  We can see that trusting in God and sometimes just slowing the pace down to rest our spirit, soul and body will be a refreshment to us, in the Lord. He never wants us over stressed and over tired. When we seek Him first and rest in who we are in Him and knowing that everything that really needs to get done will get done, we can alleviate a lot of unrest in our lives. Amen!  Have a wonderful week and always let us know how we can be praying for or with you!  This blog is reaching people all over the world! God is sending His Word out to the nations! Be blessed and filled dear friend and pass this message along to others.  We love you so much!  Love and blessings! Denny & Hanny Stearns   Denny & Hanny Stearns Fish N Loaves Ministries, Inc. Multiplying God's Word around the globe! Email: Denny.Stearns@gmail.com Email: Hannylynn05@gmail.com  Website: www.Fishnloavesministries.org Blog:Fishnloavesministries.blogspot.com     Don't forget to go to our website and order your copy of my new book! It's getting fantastic reviews! It is sure to touch many hearts and lead people closer to Jesus. Share a copy with a friend or relative after you have read it and keep praying that this message will have a global reach!

Dancing with God

 

Dancing with God When I meditated on the word GUIDANCE, I kept seeing "dance" at the end of the word. I remember that doing God's will is a lot like dancing. When two people try to lead, nothing feels right. The movement doesn't flow with the music, and everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky. When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead, both bodies begin to flow with the music. One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the back, or by pressing lightly in one direction or another. It’s as if two become one body, moving beautifully. The dance takes surrender, willingness, and attentiveness from one person and gentle guidance and skill from the other. My eyes drew back to the word Guidance. When I saw "G"; I thought of God, followed by "u" and "i". "God, "u" and "i" dance." God, You and I dance. As I lowered my head, I became willing to trust that I would get guidance about my life. Once again, I became willing to let God lead. My prayer for me and you today is that God's blessings and mercies are upon you now and every day. May you abide in God, as God abides in you. Dance together with God, trusting Him to lead and guide you through each season of your life. This prayer is powerful and there is nothing attached but pure and simple faith in Who He is and who you are created to be in Him. If God has done anything for you in your life, you will want to share this message of His loving Guidance and encourage others as you Dance With God! I hope you dance! I found this email from many years ago. I don't know who wrote this, but it was once again written on my heart and I simply had to share it.  Have a wonderful week and always let us know how we can be praying for or with you! This blog is reaching people all over the world! God is sending His Word out to the nations! Be blessed and filled dear friend and pass this message along to others. We love you so much! Love and blessings! Denny & Hanny Stearns Denny & Hanny Stearns Fish N Loaves Ministries, Inc. Multiplying God's Word around the globe! Email: Denny.Stearns@gmail.com Email: Hannylynn05@gmail.com Website: www.Fishnloavesministries.org Blog:Fishnloavesministries.blogspot.com Don't forget to go to our website and order your copy of my new book! It's getting fantastic reviews! It is sure to touch many hearts and lead people closer to Jesus. Share a copy with a friend or relative after you have read it and keep praying that this message will have a global reach!

Overcoming Enemy Strongholds!

 

Guard Your Mind!

Overcoming Enemy Strongholds     This week we are looking at strongholds. What is a stronghold? Why do we need to know about them? There are two kinds and one is good and one is not. Let's look at this verse...  For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, (2 Cor. 10:4-5)  Focusing on this part of the verse, we see that it has to do with our thoughts. When the devil gets us to think negative thoughts, he is making inroads into the way our lives will go if we let him keep filling our minds with negativity.  We have to do something, called "taking every thought captive that does not line up with God's Word. That means stop that thought in its tracks and replace it with a positive thought. Jesus is the Word. We have to replace the negative, or evil thoughts with what God says about us in His Word. That's how we destroy strongholds, or anything that tries to get a grip on our thinking, to bring us down. We can run to God, because He is to be our stronghold, (place of refuge) in every situation...  The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. (Psalm 18:2)  What we need to do is fill our hearts and minds with what the Word of God says, and destroy what the enemy tries to plant in our hearts and minds. Let's look at several scriptures that will certainly take us from defeated thinking to victorious thinking...  When I am under attack: "No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, says the LORD.” Isaiah 54:17  When I feel insignificant: “Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.” 1 John 4:4  When I feel lifeless: “I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.” Psalm 118:17  When I feel sick: “He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and by His stripes we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5  When I am worried: “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:6  When I’m having a bad day: “This is the day the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24  When I am in a storm: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not harm you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; Isaiah 43:1-3  When I don’t understand: “The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7  When I am shaken: “The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.” Psalm 18:2  When I need assistance: “I will lift up my eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord?” Psalm 121:1  When I am financially drained: “My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19  When I am afraid: “Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.” Psalm 23:4  When I am confused: “God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” 2 Timothy 1:7  When I am alarmed: “I will lie down in peace and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.” Psalm 4:8  When I don’t feel like I am able: “Now to Him who is able to do exceeding, abundantly above all I can ask or think.” Ephesians 3:20  When I feel deserted: “There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” Psalm 18:24  When I feel down and out: “Thou, O LORD, are a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of my head.” Psalm 3:3  When I feel weak: “The joy of the LORD is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10  When I need a solution: “Before you call I will answer; while you are yet speaking I will hear.” Isaiah 65:24  When I can’t find my way: “Thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” Isaiah 30:21  When I am guilty: “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:1  When I am alone: “Be strong and of a good courage. Be not afraid; neither be thou dismayed, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9  When I feel like God is distant: “The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” Psalm 145:18  When I am in darkness: “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” Psalm 27:1  When I feel like no one’s got my back: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.” Psalm 23:6  When I feel unsettled: “Stand still and see the Salvation of the Lord.” 2nd Chronicles 20:17  When I feel defeated: “Thanks be unto God, who always causes us to triumph in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 2:14  Let's try to do what the Lord is showing us in the picture above and let Him wrap His loving arms (Himself - the Word) around our thoughts and bring down negative thinking once and for all!  Be blessed, healed and rejoice because the victory is yours! Just say it and believe it and receive it!  Have a wonderful week and always let us know how we can be praying for or with you!  This blog is reaching people all over the world! God is sending His Word out to the nations! Be blessed and filled dear friend and pass this message along to others.  We love you so much!  Love and blessings! Denny & Hanny Stearns   Denny & Hanny Stearns Fish N Loaves Ministries, Inc. Multiplying God's Word around the globe! Email: Denny.Stearns@gmail.com Email: Hannylynn05@gmail.com   Website: www.Fishnloavesministries.org Blog:Fishnloavesministries.blogspot.com     Don't forget to go to our website and order your copy of my new book! It's getting fantastic reviews! It is sure to touch many hearts and lead people closer to Jesus. Share a copy with a friend or relative after you have read it and keep praying that this message will have a global reach!

FEAR NOT!

 

FEAR NOT! This week I want to address an issue that everyone has to deal with at some point in their lives. Fear! Fear comes from an evil spirit, not from God. It is our duty to resist it! There is no such thing as a "good kind of fear." Yes, we respect the fact that we should not go out in front of oncoming traffic. That is common sense. But fear comes to bring us doubt, worry and a whole lot of anxiety. Let's look at what God says about that... “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’” Isaiah 41:10 NKJV  “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Psalms 23:4 NKJV “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” II Timothy 1:7 NKJV  “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the Lord and depart from evil. It will be health to your flesh, And strength to your bones. Honor the Lord with your possessions, And with the firstfruits of all your increase; So your barns will be filled with plenty, And your vats will overflow with new wine.” Proverbs 3:5-10 NKJV  “For the Lord God is a sun and shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold From those who walk uprightly.” Psalms 84:11 NKJV “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 NKJV “Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”” Hebrews 13:5 NKJV  “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”” John 16:33 NKJV  “What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things?” Romans 8:31-32 “Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:31 NKJV  “For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand, Saying to you, ‘Fear not, I will help you.’” Isaiah 41:13 NKJV  ““Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Luke 12:32 NKJV  “So we may boldly say: “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”” Hebrews 13:6 NKJV  “Do not fear, nor be afraid; Have I not told you from that time, and declared it? You are My witnesses. Is there a God besides Me? Indeed there is no other Rock; I know not one.’ ”” Isaiah 44:8 NKJV  “Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; ‘For Yah, the Lord, is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.’ ”” Isaiah 12:2 NKJV  “Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”” Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”” Joshua 1:9 NKJV  “Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.” I Corinthians 16:13 NKJV  “And he said, “O man greatly beloved, fear not! Peace be to you; be strong, yes, be strong!” So when he spoke to me I was strengthened, and said, “Let my Lord speak, for you have strengthened me.”” Daniel 10:19 NKJV  Now that we have read this, shouldn't we make it our confession every day? Shouldn't we practice resisting the very thing that comes to steal our faith in what God can and will do for us? I am printing out this list so I have a constant reminder of what God will do for me as I trust in Him. I hope this helps you and others you may know who have been struggling with fear. Have a wonderful week and always let us know how we can be praying for or with you! This blog is reaching people all over the world! God is sending His Word out to the nations! Be blessed and filled dear friend and pass this message along to others. We love you so much! Love and blessings! Denny & Hanny Stearns Denny & Hanny Stearns Fish N Loaves Ministries, Inc. Multiplying God's Word around the globe! Email: Denny.Stearns@gmail.com Email: Hannylynn05@gmail.com Website: www.Fishnloavesministries.org Blog:Fishnloavesministries.blogspot.com Don't forget to go to our website and order your copy of my new book! It's getting fantastic reviews! It is sure to touch many hearts and lead people closer to Jesus. Share a copy with a friend or relative after you have read it and keep praying that this message will have a global reach!