Wait for HIS answer
We confide to God that we will be patient to wait for His answer to our prayers. We admit to God that we understand that He will answer our requests according to His will and according to His time and not ours.
Colossians 1:28
We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
(Stops & Steps 1147 30XI2009)
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Stops & Steps 1146 29XI2009
Acknowledge Him
We confess to God that we realize that we cannot save ourselves and that we are sorry and thank Him for forgiving us of all our sins, regardless of our status, our colour or our culture.
Galatians 3 : 26 - 28
For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
(Stops & Steps 1146 29XI2009)
We confess to God that we realize that we cannot save ourselves and that we are sorry and thank Him for forgiving us of all our sins, regardless of our status, our colour or our culture.
Galatians 3 : 26 - 28
For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
(Stops & Steps 1146 29XI2009)
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Stops & Steps 1145 28XI2009
Be convicted and committed
We ask God to teach us to live a life of conviction and commitment to the things that matter.
Ephesians 4 : 14 - 15
“Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ.”
(Stops & Steps 1145 28XI2009)
We ask God to teach us to live a life of conviction and commitment to the things that matter.
Ephesians 4 : 14 - 15
“Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ.”
(Stops & Steps 1145 28XI2009)
Friday, November 27, 2009
Stops & Steps 1144 27XI2009
Be grateful to HIM
We thank God being the giver of all good things. Let us ask God to open our eyes to all His blessings and let our hearts be filled with gratitude.
1 Timothy 2 : 3 - 4
This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
(Stops & Steps 1144 27XI2009)
We thank God being the giver of all good things. Let us ask God to open our eyes to all His blessings and let our hearts be filled with gratitude.
1 Timothy 2 : 3 - 4
This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
(Stops & Steps 1144 27XI2009)
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Stops & Steps 1143 26XI2009
Follow HIS will
We ask God to help and guide us to do things always according to His will and to make decisions that will glorify His name.
Colossians 3 : 15-17
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
(Stops & Steps 1143 26XI2009)
We ask God to help and guide us to do things always according to His will and to make decisions that will glorify His name.
Colossians 3 : 15-17
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
(Stops & Steps 1143 26XI2009)
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Stops & Steps 1142 25XI2009
Be submissive to HIM
We ask God to teach us not to do things on our own way but to do things according to HIS will.
2 Kings 20:1
In those days Hezekiah became deadly ill. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came and said to him, "Thus says the Lord: Set your house in order, for you shall die; you shall not recover."
(Stops & Steps 1142 25XI2009)
We ask God to teach us not to do things on our own way but to do things according to HIS will.
2 Kings 20:1
In those days Hezekiah became deadly ill. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came and said to him, "Thus says the Lord: Set your house in order, for you shall die; you shall not recover."
(Stops & Steps 1142 25XI2009)
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Stops & Steps 1141 24XI2009
Be self-controlled and alert
We thank God for helping us when we are in difficulties, for forgiving us and helping us to recognize His love. We thank God for warning us of the dangers of shallow living and for bringing us back to HIM when we have gone astray.
1 Peter 5:8
Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
(Stops & Steps 1141 24XI2009)
We thank God for helping us when we are in difficulties, for forgiving us and helping us to recognize His love. We thank God for warning us of the dangers of shallow living and for bringing us back to HIM when we have gone astray.
1 Peter 5:8
Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
(Stops & Steps 1141 24XI2009)
Monday, November 23, 2009
Stops & Steps 1140 23XI2009
We are protected
We thank God for His overflowing love and readiness to answer our calls for help. We ask God to help us to spend more time in prayers and to read His Word.
Jeremiah 17 : 8
He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit
(Stops & Steps 1140 23XI2009)
We thank God for His overflowing love and readiness to answer our calls for help. We ask God to help us to spend more time in prayers and to read His Word.
Jeremiah 17 : 8
He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit
(Stops & Steps 1140 23XI2009)
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Stops & Steps 1139 22XI2009
HE is our shelter
We thank God for being our shelter and cover when we are experiencing stormy days and trials.
Psalm 91:4
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge.
(Stops & Steps 1139 22XI2009)
We thank God for being our shelter and cover when we are experiencing stormy days and trials.
Psalm 91:4
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge.
(Stops & Steps 1139 22XI2009)
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Stops & Steps 1138 21XI2009
HE is responsive
We thank God for listening to us, for caring for us and for helping us.
Psalm 17 : 6
I call upon you, for you will answer me, O God; incline your ear to me; hear my words.
(Stops & Steps 1138 21XI2009)
We thank God for listening to us, for caring for us and for helping us.
Psalm 17 : 6
I call upon you, for you will answer me, O God; incline your ear to me; hear my words.
(Stops & Steps 1138 21XI2009)
Friday, November 20, 2009
Stops & Steps 1137 20XI2009
Be faithful
We ask God to help us to be useful servants to bring more people to know of His love
Matthew 25:21
His master replied, "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!"
(Stops & Steps 1137 20XI2009)
We ask God to help us to be useful servants to bring more people to know of His love
Matthew 25:21
His master replied, "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!"
(Stops & Steps 1137 20XI2009)
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Stops & Steps 1136 19XI2009
The Word is living and active
We thank God for the Word that clearly tells of His great love and grace for sinners.
Hebrews 4 : 12a
For the word of God is living and active. . .
(Stops & Steps 1136 19XI2009)
We thank God for the Word that clearly tells of His great love and grace for sinners.
Hebrews 4 : 12a
For the word of God is living and active. . .
(Stops & Steps 1136 19XI2009)
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Stops & Steps 1135 18XI2009
The Word is flawless
We ask God to help us to teach and train the kids of this world to become useful servants and godly shepherds to win over their peers.
Proverbs 30:5-6
Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, or he will rebuke you and prove you a liar.
(Stops & Steps 1135 18XI2009)
We ask God to help us to teach and train the kids of this world to become useful servants and godly shepherds to win over their peers.
Proverbs 30:5-6
Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, or he will rebuke you and prove you a liar.
(Stops & Steps 1135 18XI2009)
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Stops & Steps 1134 17XI2009
Be obedient
We thank God for forgiving us for our disobedience. We ask God to help us to become obedient in thought, word and deed and to be ready to experience the blessings that obedience brings.
1 Samuel 15 : 11
“’I am grieved that I have made Saul king, because he has turned away from me and has not carried out my instructions.’ Samuel was troubled, and he cried out to the Lord all that night.”
(Stops & Steps 1134 17XI2009)
We thank God for forgiving us for our disobedience. We ask God to help us to become obedient in thought, word and deed and to be ready to experience the blessings that obedience brings.
1 Samuel 15 : 11
“’I am grieved that I have made Saul king, because he has turned away from me and has not carried out my instructions.’ Samuel was troubled, and he cried out to the Lord all that night.”
(Stops & Steps 1134 17XI2009)
Monday, November 16, 2009
Stops & Steps 1133 16XI2009
HE knows me
We ask God to
(a) remind us to be sensitive to the situations and needs of others as they are presented to us.
(b) help us and to give us refreshing strengths as we live each day.
(c) remember to call on Him for assurance of His continuing help and support
Job 23:10
He knoweth the way that I take: when He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
(Stops & Steps 1133 16XI2009)
We ask God to
(a) remind us to be sensitive to the situations and needs of others as they are presented to us.
(b) help us and to give us refreshing strengths as we live each day.
(c) remember to call on Him for assurance of His continuing help and support
Job 23:10
He knoweth the way that I take: when He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
(Stops & Steps 1133 16XI2009)
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Stops & Steps 1132 15XI2009
Be alert
We ask God to send His Holy Spirit to guide and help us
(a) to identify the true and false messages of salvation.
(b) to strengthen our faith
Matthew 7 : 15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
(Stops & Steps 1132 15XI2009)
We ask God to send His Holy Spirit to guide and help us
(a) to identify the true and false messages of salvation.
(b) to strengthen our faith
Matthew 7 : 15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
(Stops & Steps 1132 15XI2009)
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Stops & Steps 1131 14XI2009
Ask for wisdom and strength
We ask God to give us wisdom and strength to turn the stumbling blocks in our lives into stepping stones.
1 Corinthians 1 : 23
But we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles.
(Stops & Steps 1131 14XI2009)
We ask God to give us wisdom and strength to turn the stumbling blocks in our lives into stepping stones.
1 Corinthians 1 : 23
But we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles.
(Stops & Steps 1131 14XI2009)
Friday, November 13, 2009
Stops & Steps 1130 13XI2009
Be committed
We ask God to help us to be committed to Him. We pray that all our decisions and actions will lead us closer to Him. We ask God to search us and if there is anything keeping us from being fully committed to Him, let us be willing to lay that down.
2 Chronicles 16 : 9
For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.
(Stops & Steps 1130 13XI2009)
We ask God to help us to be committed to Him. We pray that all our decisions and actions will lead us closer to Him. We ask God to search us and if there is anything keeping us from being fully committed to Him, let us be willing to lay that down.
2 Chronicles 16 : 9
For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.
(Stops & Steps 1130 13XI2009)
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Stops & Steps 1129 12XI2009
In His image
We ask God to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. To help us to keep our lives pure so that we can reflect His image to the world around us.
1 Corinthians 10:23-24
"Everything is permissible" -- but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is permissible" -- but not everything is constructive. Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others.
(Stops & Steps 1129 12XI2009)
We ask God to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. To help us to keep our lives pure so that we can reflect His image to the world around us.
1 Corinthians 10:23-24
"Everything is permissible" -- but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is permissible" -- but not everything is constructive. Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others.
(Stops & Steps 1129 12XI2009)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Stops & Steps 1128 11XI2009
Shelter in His love
We thank God for the privilege to find shelter in His love during the stormy periods of our lives.
1 Corinthians 10:4
And all of them drank the same spiritual water. For they drank from the spiritual rock that travelled with them, and that rock was Christ.
(Stops & Steps 1128 11XI2009)
We thank God for the privilege to find shelter in His love during the stormy periods of our lives.
1 Corinthians 10:4
And all of them drank the same spiritual water. For they drank from the spiritual rock that travelled with them, and that rock was Christ.
(Stops & Steps 1128 11XI2009)
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Stops & Steps 1127 10XI2009
Go to HIM
We ask God to break sin’s hold on our lives as we continue to strive to break old habits. We ask God to forgive us for doing things on our own ways instead of turning to Him for advice and guidance.
Galatians 4 : 8 - 9
“Formerly, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those who by nature are not gods. But now that you know God or rather are known by God how is it that you are turning back to those weak and miserable principles? Do you wish to be enslaved by them all over again?”
(Stops & Steps 1127 10XI2009)
We ask God to break sin’s hold on our lives as we continue to strive to break old habits. We ask God to forgive us for doing things on our own ways instead of turning to Him for advice and guidance.
Galatians 4 : 8 - 9
“Formerly, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those who by nature are not gods. But now that you know God or rather are known by God how is it that you are turning back to those weak and miserable principles? Do you wish to be enslaved by them all over again?”
(Stops & Steps 1127 10XI2009)
Monday, November 09, 2009
Stops & Steps 1126 09XI2009
His glorious gift
We thank God for the glorious gift of His beloved son, Jesus Christ. We thank God for the privilege to call upon His name and believe in His mercy, grace and saving power so that we have hope of eternal life. We thank God for the gift of the Holy Spirit who continues to guide us and help us in our lives.
John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
(Stops & Steps 1126 09XI2009)
We thank God for the glorious gift of His beloved son, Jesus Christ. We thank God for the privilege to call upon His name and believe in His mercy, grace and saving power so that we have hope of eternal life. We thank God for the gift of the Holy Spirit who continues to guide us and help us in our lives.
John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
(Stops & Steps 1126 09XI2009)
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Stops & Steps 1125 08XI2009
Responsive mind
We thank God for responsive minds to differentiate between fact and fiction. Let us continue to ask God for the Holy Spirit’s direction and confidence to share the truth of our salvation with others.
2 Timothy 4 : 3 - 4
For the time is coming when people will .turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.
(Stops & Steps 1125 08XI2009)
We thank God for responsive minds to differentiate between fact and fiction. Let us continue to ask God for the Holy Spirit’s direction and confidence to share the truth of our salvation with others.
2 Timothy 4 : 3 - 4
For the time is coming when people will .turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.
(Stops & Steps 1125 08XI2009)
Saturday, November 07, 2009
Stops & Steps 1124 07XI2009
A right time to do things
We ask God to help us and show us the areas in our lives that need improvement. To help us to submit to those changes and yield to His working in our lives.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
There's an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth
A right time for birth and another for death,
A right time to plant and another to reap.
(Stops & Steps 1124 07XI2009)
We ask God to help us and show us the areas in our lives that need improvement. To help us to submit to those changes and yield to His working in our lives.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
There's an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth
A right time for birth and another for death,
A right time to plant and another to reap.
(Stops & Steps 1124 07XI2009)
Friday, November 06, 2009
Stops & Steps 1123 06XI2009
Goals and dreams
We thank God for giving us goals and dreams, and for the smooth progress to accomplish those targets and successes. Let us continue to look to God for strength and perseverance to continue on the path that God wants us to go on. Let us ask God to bless us as we seek to fulfill God’s plans for us.
Jeremiah 29:11
I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out -- plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.
(Stops & Steps 1123 06XI2009)
We thank God for giving us goals and dreams, and for the smooth progress to accomplish those targets and successes. Let us continue to look to God for strength and perseverance to continue on the path that God wants us to go on. Let us ask God to bless us as we seek to fulfill God’s plans for us.
Jeremiah 29:11
I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out -- plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.
(Stops & Steps 1123 06XI2009)
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Stops & Steps 1122 05XI2009
Obey what HE says
We hank God for the warnings and gifts He gives us through the Holy Scripture. Let us continue to hear the Word, pay heed to what it says, and allow the Holy Spirit to translate those words into responsive action
Jeremiah 13 : 17
But if you will not listen, my soul will weep in secret for your pride; my eyes will weep bitterly and run down with tears, because the LORD's flock has been taken captive.
(Stops & Steps 1122 05XI2009)
We hank God for the warnings and gifts He gives us through the Holy Scripture. Let us continue to hear the Word, pay heed to what it says, and allow the Holy Spirit to translate those words into responsive action
Jeremiah 13 : 17
But if you will not listen, my soul will weep in secret for your pride; my eyes will weep bitterly and run down with tears, because the LORD's flock has been taken captive.
(Stops & Steps 1122 05XI2009)
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Stops & Steps 1121 04XI2009
HE does not forget
We thank God for His faithful love, for being near and for never forgetting us. We thank God for helping us to accept His love and to trust Him more.
Isaiah 49 : 15
Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!
(Stops & Steps 1121 04XI2009)
We thank God for His faithful love, for being near and for never forgetting us. We thank God for helping us to accept His love and to trust Him more.
Isaiah 49 : 15
Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!
(Stops & Steps 1121 04XI2009)
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Stops & Steps 1120 03XI2009
Accept who we are !!
God has made us differently. God has created us to be individuals. But each one of us wants to be special. We ask God to help us to accept who we are.
John 21:22
Jesus answered, "If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me."
(Stops & Steps 1120 03XI2009)
God has made us differently. God has created us to be individuals. But each one of us wants to be special. We ask God to help us to accept who we are.
John 21:22
Jesus answered, "If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me."
(Stops & Steps 1120 03XI2009)
Monday, November 02, 2009
Stops & Steps 1119 02XI2009
Listen to HIM
We were destined for destruction and God redeemed us. We thank god for treating us as His treasure in eternity.
Mark 9 : 7 - 8
Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: "This is My Son, whom I love. Listen to Him!" Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.
(Stops & Steps 1119 02XI2009)
We were destined for destruction and God redeemed us. We thank god for treating us as His treasure in eternity.
Mark 9 : 7 - 8
Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: "This is My Son, whom I love. Listen to Him!" Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.
(Stops & Steps 1119 02XI2009)
Sunday, November 01, 2009
Stops & Steps 1118 01XI2009
Be obedient
We ask God to open our eyes and our ears. We want to hear from Him, feed on His Word, in whatever way it comes to us.
Jeremiah 15:16
When your words showed up, I ate them -- swallowed them whole. What a feast! What delight I took in being yours, O God, God-of-the-Angel-Armies!
(Stops & Steps 1118 01XI2009)
We ask God to open our eyes and our ears. We want to hear from Him, feed on His Word, in whatever way it comes to us.
Jeremiah 15:16
When your words showed up, I ate them -- swallowed them whole. What a feast! What delight I took in being yours, O God, God-of-the-Angel-Armies!
(Stops & Steps 1118 01XI2009)
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