“It pays not to blow up when the devil shows up.”

“Stop trying to take the devil down; he’s already there. Lift Jesus up.”

“Don’t let your frustration stop your participation in sharing the good news of salvation.”

“If it’s God’s purpose, God’s plan, it’s also His solution.”

“God’s crumbs are just as effective as His whole loaf.”

“For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:” 2 Corinthians 10:3 Soldiers must be prepared for war everyday. It’s imperative they use and have the right weapons, or they themselves might be killed. Although we may not be in the physical army, we are soldiers enlisted in God’s army. We too have “weapons,” spiritual weapons: God’s Word, prayer, and the spirit of gratitude.

God’s Word is the ultimate weapon. Use it and gain faith and strength to fight another day. Surely it will cut the enemy down and protect us all around.

Prayer is another mighty weapon. It is used against weaknesses (particularly our own weaknesses). It’s dangerous fainting when the battle is on. Prayer will keep us strong.

Gratitude is also a beneficial weapon. This spiritual warfare weapon is most effective in “elevating our mind” during war time. It proves good for the soul. I dare you to thank God for shielding you during the enemy’s attacks; for helping you to dodge his darts, and for covering your back; for providing trenches to hide until danger has passed or subsided. Last but not least, thanking Him no weapon the enemy has formed against you will proper.

“(For the weapons of our warfare is not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holes;)” 2 Corinthians 10:4 KJV

“No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgement shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord.” Isaiah 54″17 KJV

In God, I will keep on thanking Him for the weapons of spiritual warfare: His Word, Prayer, and the spirit of Gratitude. By Hertistine Washington

I’m here in the wind. I’m here in the breeze. I’m here in the traffic, in spite of the racket.

I’m here in the trees. I’m here in the flowers; in the insects, even the honey bees.

I’m here on the mountain, in the clouds too; in your father, mother, sister brother, and you too.

I’m all around, up and down, over, under and all about; not hard to find, no need to shout.

I’m  closer than your heart beat, and your warm breath. I’m the “One” guiding your feet and your every step.

Stop. Look. Listen… Listen…. Listen…. It is I, your heavenly Father, your teacher, your invisible company keeper.

“Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence? If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there; if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there. If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea; Even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.” Psalm 139:7-10 KJV

In God, I will keep on thanking Him for His presence.  By Hertistine Washington

“When I feel like I’ve come to the end of my rope, I’m thankful there’s still hope.”

“Some people fight as long as the walls are up; I’m thankful  when the walls come down we usually come around.”

“Thankful, sometimes the best way to end a verbal confrontation, is to end the conversation.”

“Keep on telling God about your crankiness, and watch it crumbles.”

“Thanking God for the big things, the small things, and in the things I can’t size up.”

“Thankful God doesn’t need any fill-ins; He’s it.”

Early this morning  as I bowed and prayed, I saw God’s radiant sun shining through my window. It rushed in like a beam of light, only staying for a moment; as quickly as it appeared the clouds covered it. In my mind I thought, ‘thank you Lord, for saying “hello” with your shinning light.’ I felt blessed to see a glimpse of His glory that shone so bright.

“His splendor was like the sunrise; rays flashed from his hand, where his power was hidden. Habakkuk 3:4  NIV

“Praise be to his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory.  Amen and Amen.”   Psalm 72:19 NIV

In God I will keep on thanking Him for His glory.  By Hertistine Washington

In honor and respect for our Military, and to the family of their love ones:

“Thankful, it pays to throw all our cares on Him because He cares for us.”

“Thankful, when I don’t know what actions to take, first pray then meditate.”

“Thankful, drinking the Living Water will quench spiritual irritations.”

“Thankful, when we use God’s Word, we’re using what works.”

“Thankful, the way to warm two hearts, is to embrace one another.”

“Thankful for family ties.”

If you dare to be still like God says be still, oh what inspirations would be revealed!

If you dare to study like God says study, oh how knowledgeable you will become!

If you dare to pray like God says pray, oh what worries will fall away!

If you dare to love like God says love, oh how many lives you will touch!

If you dare to go where God says go, oh what seeds you will sow!

If you dare to walk where God says walk, oh what paths you will take!

If you dare to forgive like God says forgive, oh what a relief it is!!!

“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.”  Ephesians 3:20-21

In God, I will keep on thanking Him for challenging me to be the best example for Him that I can be.   By Hertistine Washington.

“It mighty nice to follow God’s advice.”

“If you dig deep in God’s Word, you’ll  find gold for your soul.”

“In God’s cookie jar of blessings, you can never empty the jar.”

“Don’t wait to be pumped up by the Holy Spirit; just be filled.”

“Thankful the devil don’t know my mind; only God.”

Gratitude Gold nuggets on “It Pays.”

“It pays to find a place to meditate, even in a crowded space.”

“It pays to know when to answer, yes or no, not needing to say more.”

“It pays to get into the Word, before going out into the world.”

“It pays to hear, and understand.”

“It pays to pay attention.”

We are aware that high waves sometimes arise from the ocean and travel to the seashore. In our everyday life we can also experience some high waves that seen to overtake us. But something always prevents that from happening; God’s love for us. His insurmountable love will not let us be succumbed by the high waves of life.

When life waves are rushing in, take courage.  Don’t yield or capitulate to fear. Stand in faith knowing the God we serve is near. His love will keep us in His grip, as we sail above the waves in His ship.

So rest in His love, no matter how the waves come. Be assured He can handle all the waves, and not just some.

Let’s be calm as calm can be, knowing His love is mightier than the waves of the sea.

“The Lord on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.”   Psalm 93:4 KJV

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”  2 Timothy 1:7

In God, I will keep on thanking Him for the power of His love.  by Hertistine Washington