Hebrews 11 /Faith Chapter By Faith We Understand 11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. 3 By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible. Faith at the Dawn of History 4 By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts; and through it he being dead still speaks. 5 By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, “and was not found, because God had taken him”; [a] for before he was taken he had this testimony, that he pleased God. 6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. 7 By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith. Faithful Abraham 8 By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going. 9 By faith he dwelt in the land of promise as in a foreign country, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise; 10 for he waited for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God. 11 By faith Sarah herself also received strength to conceive seed, and she bore a child] when she was past the age, because she judged Him faithful who had promised. 12 Therefore from one man, and him as good as dead, were born as many as the stars of the sky in multitude—innumerable as the sand which is by the seashore. The Heavenly Hope 13 These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off were assured of them,[c] embraced them and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. 14 For those who say such things declare plainly that they seek a homeland. 15 And truly if they had called to mind that country from which they had come out, they would have had opportunity to return. 16 But now they desire a better, that is, a heavenly country. Therefore God is not ashamed...

”Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.  Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:  Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;  Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”Psalm:103;1-5 Prayer: Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine! O what a foretaste of glory divine! Lord I thank you for this day,all the blessings, love, family , friends and my children and I am thankful for you. Let me be a blessing to everyone I meet today and to serve you...

The Bottom Line/ Author unknown FACE IT, nobody owes you a living. What you achieve, or fail to achieve in your lifetime Is directly related to what you do or fail to do. No one chooses his parent or childhood, But you can choose your own direction. Everyone has problems and obstacles to overcome, But that too is relative to each individual. NOTHING IS CARVED IN STONE! You can change anything in your life If you want to badly enough. Excuses are for losers! Those who take responsibility for their actions Are the real winners in life. Winners meet life challenges head on Knowing there are no guarantees, and give it all they’ve got And never think it’s too late or too early to begin. Time plays no favorites And will pass whether you act or not Take control of your LIFE Dare to Dream and take risks……. Compete! If you aren’t willing to work for your goals Don’t expect others to. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! Author...

‘Trying to do anything without the necessary skills or tools is like chopping wood with a dull ax. If your tool is dull, you should sharpen it to do a better job. Similarly, if you lack skills, you should sharpen them through training and practice. In each situation, sharpening the ax means recognizing where a problem exists, acquiring or honing the skills (or tools) to do the job better, and then going out and doing it. Find the areas of your life where your “ax” is dull, and sharpen your skills so you can be more effective in God’s work.’ Life Application Study Bible “If the ax is dull, And one does not sharpen the edge, Then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success.” Ecclesiastes 10:10 NKJV Source : New King James Version  (NKJV);  Life Application Study...

Beware of Satan’s Plans—Not all who take hold of the work will be of the same temperament. They will not be men of the same education or training, and they will just as surely work at cross purposes as they are different in character, unless they are daily converted men. Every day Satan has his plans to carry out—certain lines that will hedge up the way of those who are witnesses for Jesus Christ. Now, unless the living, human agents for Jesus are humble, meek, and lowly of heart because they have learned of Jesus, they will just as surely fall under temptation as they live; for Satan is watching and artful and subtle, and the workers, if not prayerful, will be taken unawares. He steals upon them as a thief in the night and makes them captives. Then he works upon the minds of individuals to pervert their individual ideas and frame their plans; and if brethren see danger and speak of it, they feel that a personal injury is done them, that someone is trying to weaken their influence. One draws one way, and another in an opposite direction.  Excerpt from Ellen G. White, Evangelism, p. 101 ” Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.”  (1 Peter 5:8  New King James Version...

Did 10 days of prayer at church seeking for the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, started on January 4, 2011. These 10 days of prayer was done by the Entire Seventh Day Adventist body worldwide. I was on 3ABN on Thursday Jan.5, 2012  at 7;30 am and  they were talking about the 10 Days in the Upper Room by Mark A Finley. Hope TV Channel.  I happened to have right beside me  that book (10 Days in the Upper Room)  that  my son Philip had brought back from GYC. They were doing Day 2: Deeper Faith. I missed day 1 but I watched each day on 3ABN reading the book ”10 Days in the Upper Room” and praying. I am sharing excerpts from each days reading on my blog. My  hope is that we will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit just like on the Day of Pentecost as seen in the Bible  Acts 2  Click on the highlighted words to check  out the channels and more information about the book. Topics for the 10 Days Day 1 Earnest Intercession Day 2: Deeper faith Day 3: Heartfelt repentance Day 4: Honest confession Day 5: Loving unity Day 6: Self-examination Day 7: Sacrificial humility Day 8:Obedient surrender Day 9: Joyful thanksgiving Day 10: Passionate witness Source:  Excerpts  from 10 Days in Upper Room by Mark A....