celebrating life

today is a non-renewable resource-once it's gone, it's gone forever. our responsibility, as thoughtful believers, is to use this day in the service of God's will and in the service of HIS people. when we do so, we enrich our own lives and the lives of those whom we love.

God has richly blessed us, and HE wants you to rejoice in HIS gifts. that's why this day-and each day that follows-should be a time of prayer and celebration as we consider the Good News of God's free gift: salvation through JESUS CHRIST.

Oswald Chambers (the guy that i like to use quotes for) once said, "Joy is the great note all throughout the Bible." E.Stanley Jones echoed that thought when he wrote "Christ and joy go together." but even the most dedicated christians can, on occasion, forget to celebrate each day for what it is: a priceless gift from God.

what do you expect from the day ahead? are you expecting God to do wonderful things, or are you living beneath a cloud of apprehension and doubt? the familiar words of Psalms 118:24 remind us of a profound yet simple truth: "This is the day that the Lord hath made" our duty, as believers, is to rejoice in God's marvelous creation.

today, celebrate the life that God has given you. today, put a smile on your face, kind words on your lips, and a song in your heart. be generous with your praise and free with your encouragement. and then, when you have celebrated life to the fullest, invite your friends to do likewise. after all, this is God's day, and HE has given us clear instructions for its use. we are commanded to rejoice and be glad. so, with no further ado, let the celebration begin.

remember this: if you're feeling down, perhaps all you need is an attitude adjustment: if so, start focusing more on the donut and less on the hole. but if you're feeling really sad or deeply depressed, talking about it with people can help. then, don't hesitate to speak with your doctor in heaven: GOD, or your pastor, or better yet, with both. help is available, all you have to do is just ask for it. good day all of you !

quote of the day:

"If you can forgive the person you were, accept the person you are, and believe in the person you will become, you are headed for joy. so celebrate your life." by Barbara Johnson