Teen Challenge New Beginnings

The new year many times is used as a starting point for a  new beginning for one or more aspects of our lives.  In the same way Jesus has given us a New Beginning opportunity if we accept what He says as the Truth.

I saw proof of this today when I saw seven young ladies from Teen Challenge Arkansas give their testimonies of how Jesus intervened  radically in their lives.

They are living proof that what Jesus says about bringing all mankind opportunities for a New Life is the Truth.

Thanks ladies for sharing.

How to know God's will for your life:  https://realmensandfoundations.blogspot.com/p/how-to-know-plan-of-god-for-your-life.html  

Please do not forget that Jesus (Christ) is the true reason for the (Christ)mas season.

Isaiah 9:6-7 New King James Version (NKJV)

6 For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
7 Of the increase of His government and peace
There will be no end,
Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom,
To order it and establish it with judgment and justice
From that time forward, even forever.
The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.

I enjoyed talking to everyone at the college fairs today in Melbourne and Mountain Home.

It was no accident that we met.  God has special plans for you.

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah29:13&version=NIV

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God's Will, Plan for Your Life

God's Will, Plan for Your Life

God (through Jesus) has a will and plan for your life to make you into that total, whole, complete, and mature individual who you have always wanted to be, if you will accept it (His will and plan) and receive it into your life:

He loves you personally a bunch:  John 3:16:   “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life”,

and wants you to have an abundant (full) life:  John 10:10: “The thief (the devil/satan) comes not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy (your life); but I (Jesus) am come that you might have life, and that you might have it more abundantly (or to the full)”,

plus give you peace of mind: John 16:33:  “These things I (Jesus) have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace. In the world (‘s systems) you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I (Jesus) have overcome the world (and its systems).”

All He (God) wants in return from you is one thing:  your whole life (body, soul, and spirit) completely committed to His plans for your life.  To do that, you have to admit your neediness and turn (repent) from doing your own thing with your life to doing God’s thing in your life.

When you do that, the Holy Spirit of God comes into your spirit (heart / nature) and crosses out your old “doing your own thing” (i.e., sinful) nature and gives you a new perspective (God’s) on everything that has to do with life and living.

Even though you then have a brand new spirit (the Holy Spirit) at the center of your life and attitude, you still have old thinking and habits (both in your soul and body) to varying degrees.   These old ways you need to yield to and release to the new perspectives of the Holy Spirit.  The sooner and quicker this yielding and releasing of your old ways is done, the better.  As you do, you will receive new (positive / God’s) thinking and habits.

God works from the inside out in your life as you grow and mature in the Holy Spirit’s perspective by ingesting God’s Word (the Bible) on a daily basis and building up the Holy Spirit’s strength in you by exercising (praying to and praising God, and having fellowship with other Christians) and building up your new perspective, Spirit, and attitude.

But as God is working to grow you up from the inside out, satan (see John 10:10 above) is working from the outside in (using the five physical senses) to mess up your life and tear you down.  It is a battle that you will win because Jesus won His battle over death. “The same Spirit (God’s Holy Spirit) that raised Christ from the dead dwells in you.”(Romans 8:11)

That is why the Christian life may not seem any easier when you commit your whole life (body, soul, and spirit) to God’s plan for your life as there is a new battle between the goodness of God’s Holy Spirit who now dwells in you and the spirit of anti-christ (satan) that dwells in the world’s systems. But you must believe (have trusting faithfulness and faithful trustfulness in His principles and plans for your life) that God is the victor and does love you so much that He wants to grow you up from the inside out into the total, whole, complete, and mature individual who you have always wanted to be.

Ferndale Staff:  Know this:  God has special plans for each one of you I shared with.  All he needs from you is one thing:  Your whole life committed to Him and his will for your life.

http://realmensandfoundations.blogspot.com/p/gods-will-plan-for-your-life.html

When you find Jesus, you find everything.

When you find Jesus, you find everything.

When you find Jesus, you find everything.

Church sign:  "You get a second chance every second."

You are just one prayer away from a totally transformed life.

When we decide, then the Lord guides;
Where the Lord guides, He provides

Joe,

I am praying for you and your family.

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God’ (Insurance Policy) will / plan for:                                        Date:

Lifetime, Eternal (Out of this World), and GuarantiedBenefits:

God (through Jesus) has a will / plan for your life to make you into that total, whole, complete, and mature individual who you have always wanted to be, if you will accept it (His will / plan) and receive His Spirit, Ways, and Nature  into your life:

He loves you a bunch:  John 3:16:   “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life,”

and wants you to have an abundant (full) life:  John 10:10:  “The thief (the devil/satan) comes not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy (your life); but I (Jesus) am come that you might have life, and that you might have it more abundantly (or to the full),”

plus give you peace of mind: John 16:33:  “These things I (Jesus) have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace. In the world (‘s systems) you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I (Jesus) have overcome the world (and its systems).”

Requirements (A Lifetime Premium has already been paid for you personally in full by Jesus.):

(Fine print, read closely)

All He (God) wants in return from you is one thing:  your whole life (body, soul, and spirit) completely committed to His plans for your life.  To do that, you have to admit your neediness and turn (repent) from doing your own thing with your life to doing God’s thing in your life.

When you do that, the Holy Spirit of God comes into your spirit (heart / nature) and crosses out your old “doing your own thing” (i.e., sinful) nature and gives you a new perspective (God’s) on everything that has to do with life and living.

Even though you then have a brand new spirit (the Holy Spirit) at the center of your life and attitude, you still have old thinking and habits (both in your soul and body) to varying degrees.   These old ways you need to yield to and release to the new perspectives of the Holy Spirit.  The sooner and quicker this yielding and releasing of your old ways is done, the better.  As you do, you will receive new (positive / God’s) thinking and habits.

God works from the inside out in your life as you grow and mature in the Holy Spirit’s perspective by ingesting God’s Word (the Bible) on a daily basis and building up the Holy Spirit’s strength in you by exercising (praying to and praising God, and having fellowship with other Christians) and building up your new perspective, Spirit, and attitude.

But as God is working to grow you up from the inside out, satan (see John 10:10 above) is working from the outside in (using the five physical senses) to mess up your life and tear you down.  It is a battle that you will win because Jesus won His battle over death. “The same Spirit (God’s Holy Spirit) that raised Christ from the dead dwells in you.”(Romans 8:11)

That is why the Christian life may not seem any easier when you commit your whole life (body, soul, and spirit) to God’s plan for your life as there is a new battle between the goodness of God’s Holy Spirit who now dwells in you and the spirit of anti-christ (satan) that dwells in the world’s systems. But you must believe (have trusting faithfulness and faithful trustfulness in His principles and plans for your life) that God is the victor and does love you so much that He wants to grow you up from the inside out into the total, whole, complete, and mature individual who you have always wanted to be. 

(See back for an outline of these details with Bible Scripture references to be used to help verify the benefits and promises of this policy.)

I have read and studied the above provisions and supporting information on the back of this page to the best of my ability.  As a result of this study, I do now believe Jesus died personally for my willful choices of rebellion (doing my own thing) and self-will (sin) during my lifetime, and I now make a decision to follow Jesus and His Ways whole heartily so that I can now start my life over with a fresh start and a fresh heart.

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Links to Dr Dobson's Family Talk

A Look at Modern Day Israel Days 1 and 2

Guests: Joel Rosenberg and Tom Doyle

http://www.drjamesdobson.org/Broadcasts/Broadcast?i=1d58628d-3595-4fc0-ac70-1a85302b1868


http://www.drjamesdobson.org/Broadcasts/Broadcast?i=35cd8212-2f7d-48c8-a9ba-aa77d60b6842

Proverbs 3:5-8Amplified Bible (AMP)

5 Trust in and rely confidently on the Lord with all your heart And do not rely on your own insight or understanding.

6 In all your ways know and acknowledge and recognize Him, And He will make your paths straight and smooth [removing obstacles that block your way].

7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;Fear the Lord [with reverent awe and obedience] and turn [entirely] away from evil.

8 It will be health to your body [your marrow, your nerves, your sinews, your muscles—all your inner parts] And refreshment (physical well-being) to your bones.

Our Whole Life Is Made Up Of Relationships

Two serious things can happen in relationships:  We can hurt / offend others, and others can hurt / offend us.

The longer we wait to forgive others that hurt us and the longer we wait to go to others and ask for forgiveness when we hurt them;  the more the devil will given opportunities to develop vain imaginations in our thinking that will lead to division in relationships.

Be quick to forgive others and ask for forgiveness.  This spirit and attitude will lead to unity and build closer relationships in all areas of relationship in our lives.

“Someday you will hear that Billy Graham is dead. Don't believe a word of it! I shall be more alive than I am now. I will just have changed my address. I will have gone into the presence of God.” – Billy Graham.

Something New in Your Future?

Isaiah 43:16-21 King James Version (KJV)

16 Thus saith the Lord, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters;

17 Which bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power; they shall lie down together, they shall not rise: they are extinct, they are quenched as tow.

18 Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.

19 Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.

20 The beast of the field shall honour me, the dragons and the owls: because I give waters in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert, to give drink to my people, my chosen.

21 This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise.

King James Version (KJV)

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Church sign:  "You get a second chance every second."

You are just one prayer away from a totally transformed life.

When we decide, then the Lord guides

Where the Lord guides, He provides

91 I live in the shelter of ‘Elyon,
I spend my nights in the shadow of Shaddai,

² I say to Adonai, “My refuge! My fortress!
My God, in whom I trust!” —

³ You rescue me from the trap of the hunter and from the plague of calamities;

⁴ You cover me with Your pinions,
and under Your wings I find refuge;
Your truth is a shield and protection.

⁵ I do not fear the terrors of night
or the arrow that flies by day,

⁶ or the plague that roams in the dark,
or the scourge that wreaks havoc at noon.

⁷ A thousand may fall at my side,
ten thousand at my right hand;
but it won’t come near me.

⁸ I only keep my eyes open
and see how the wicked are punished.

⁹ For I have made Adonai, the Most High,
who is my refuge, my dwelling-place.

¹⁰ No disaster will happen to me,
no calamity will come near my tent;

¹¹ for You order Your angels to care for me
and guard me wherever I go.

¹² They carry me in their hands,
so that I won’t trip on a stone.

¹³ I tread down lions and snakes,
young lions and serpents I trample underfoot.

(Jesus speaking)


¹⁴ “Because you love me, I rescue you;
because you know my name, I protect you.

¹⁵ You call on me, I answer you.
I am with you in trouble.
I extricate you and bring you honor.

¹⁶ I satisfy you with long life and show you My Salvation.”

Thoughts for something new at the beginning of a new year:

Isaiah  43:18-19

Preparing for a new God Thing by Jack Hayford