Doing the Deed!

When last did you do ‘a good deed?’

You know that thing that makes others feel good about themselves or the thing that makes you feel you are changing your world or maybe the thing that changes your family life!

Did it make you feel connected?
Jesus calls us to live a life of deeds. He, when He sits on His throne on Judgement day, will separate those believers who did deeds from those believers who did nothing. Feeding the poor, clothing the naked and visiting the prisoner are some of the deeds He identifies.

Now here’s the thing! Believers are called to do good deeds, not because we have to, but because we want to!
That’s the Jesus way.
He died for you and me not because He had to, but because He wanted to……awesome!!

If you could think of doing one thing right now that gives you a warm sense of being, then that’s what Jesus wants you to do.
Don’t wait! Start working out how to do it and ask the Spirit to help you.

Your Spirit inspired deeds will change the world!

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You are Special!!!

Here’s a thing! Find a place right now where you can see your reflection.
Maybe in the computer monitor, kettle, hand mirror…whatever.

Now…look at yourself.

No, really look. Don’t be shy. Take your time.

Now picture Jesus standing in front of you.
Try to imagine the look in His eye as He smiles at you.

No, don’t turn away or laugh it off. Allow Him to look at you.
That’s better.
Relax.

I’m sure just the very the very thought of being examined so closely is uncomfortable. Maybe you’re checking around now to see if anyone’s watching you. Forget them.
Focus on this one thing. Jesus loves you. Feel the Holy Spirit testifying into your life. You are special and God has a plan for your life.
No, don’t say anything just take this moment to feel God’s love and presence.

Now you are living by the Spirit.
You matter and your life counts.
You are a child of God.

Do this exercise as often as is needed.

Do You Know Where You Are Going?

I don’t know about you but I detest getting lost!
But do you think for one minute I’ll plan my journey or better still, stop and ask for directions?
Never!
Some may say it’s a man thing; others may use more descriptive language.
However, my modus operandi is to set off and then work out how to get there, as long as I have a vague idea of where I’m headed, of course. Leigh-Ann, however, is totally opposite. She plans way ahead, making sure she has all her bases covered and then only will she set off.
This does lead to some interesting en route discussions, but I console myself with the knowledge that somehow we both reach our destinations eventually.
But when it comes to my life journey, I am very careful with knowing exactly where I stand. I want my destination to be an eternity in God’s presence. No compromise. So I live each day in His will for my life.
How about you?
Are you living as one who knows their destination?
If not, then today’s the day to start! Start by asking God each day what His plan is for your life and then live out that plan. By doing so you will live a purpose driven life because when it comes to eternity, getting lost in not an option.

Excitement is:

On Saturday morning, we held a leaders’ breakfast at North Rand. We met expressly to discuss the dreams formulated at the leaders' retreat in January.

With some sense of anticipation, I began to prepare the sessions on electronic format. Included were a time of worship, an inspirational video, Scripture reading and a time of reflection. Even though I say so myself, I was quite prepared and quietly excited.

Saturday dawned softly and checking my cell phone I discovered a message from Ron that the church had no electricity. My first thoughts were for Vanessa, who was preparing breakfast and then for all the hard work with the electronic presentations. This was going to be a disaster, I thought.
On arriving at the church, to my amazement, Ron and Norma were calmly boiling water and had set up skottels to cook the eggs etc. Awhile later, the leaders arrived and amazingly each calmly focused immediately on the job at hand of making things work.
What a blessing!
As we sat down to our HOT breakfast, there was a real sense of oneness and fellowship around the table. Our discussions later continued much in the same way.

Excitement for me is to be involved with deeply committed Christians who understand God’s call and despite the obstacles placed in their way, still give of themselves in service.
North Rand is blessed to have such committed leaders!

Excitement is knowing that I belong to a motivated, inspirational church family that is going to fulfil God’s plan and purpose.