Remember what God called me to do
Align my priorities up with His priorities.
Expect difficulty in accomplishing worthwhile goals
I shouldn't be surprised that juggling all my roles and responsibilities is complicated.
Set my mind on my goals
Knowing I won't get it all done, I determine to get some things done--the needs of that day.
Trust God, no matter how tough it gets.
When there's too much to do, the first thing I should do is pray, seeking God's promised guidance.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (MSG): Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He's the one who will keep you on track.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Encouraging Word from Pastor Roger Campbell
YOUR SONG CAN RETURN
Solomon’s poetic portrayal of spring is about to be reenacted: “The winter is past, the rain is over and gone; the flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land” (Song of Solomon 2:11-12). Spring is an annual celebration of creation and resurrection. And at this time of the year all nature joins in saying: “God is alive so no matter how dark and cold it gets the sun will soon break through the clouds announcing the arrival of spring.” While being interviewed on a call-in radio program, I was surprised to hear the voice of a Missouri woman who had written to me nearly ten years earlier seeking help during a time of trouble. Her husband had just deserted her and their children. Understandably, she had been devastated by this heartbreaking development. Now, after all these years, she had turned on her radio and upon hearing the interview called to tell me she was doing very well in spite of her past problems. She wanted me to know that her song had returned. Spring insists cold dark days only endure for a season. New life and light are waiting in the wings to take the stage. Spring may produce praise for the majesty and minuteness of creation more than any other season. Miracles start showing up everywhere in greening grass, budding trees,blooming flowers and returning birds bent on staking out their territories with nesting and family plans in mind. While all this action is taking place, thunderstorms are forming to bring life-giving rain and nitrogen to the soil so the earth can blaze with beauty and ultimately produce bountiful harvests. These all reveal a divine plan that ought to make us aware we’re far more than accidental offshoots of a bogus big bang. We have a wise and loving Creator who is the source and sustainer of life. Our Lord often appealed to lessons in nature to demonstrate His love, speaking of birds that neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns but are fed by their heavenly Father. And His unforgettable parable about God clothing lilies of the field has comforted many during tough economic times: “So why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; and yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these” (Matthew 6:28-29). In his book, “God’s Cure for Anxious Care,” the late Dr. John R. Rice wrote: “Believe me, the birds can sing for you again! God can give joy for mourning and beauty for ashes. I tell you earnestly, as one who has had many sorrows but found sweet comfort, as one who is a sinner and has been forgiven, as one who has worried and chafed and fretted and, thank God, who has found peace.” All trouble is temporary. Better days are ahead. Dark days only last for a season so refuse to be dominated by darkness. Remember God loves you and spring past your storm to a song.
Roger Campbell MinistriesPO Box 301004 Waterford MI. 48330248-623-6882 (Office Hours 9:00 AM-5:00 PM [eastern time] Monday through Friday)
Roger Campbell is an author, broadcaster and columnist and has been a pastor for over 22 years.He can be reached at rcministry@ameritech.net
Solomon’s poetic portrayal of spring is about to be reenacted: “The winter is past, the rain is over and gone; the flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land” (Song of Solomon 2:11-12). Spring is an annual celebration of creation and resurrection. And at this time of the year all nature joins in saying: “God is alive so no matter how dark and cold it gets the sun will soon break through the clouds announcing the arrival of spring.” While being interviewed on a call-in radio program, I was surprised to hear the voice of a Missouri woman who had written to me nearly ten years earlier seeking help during a time of trouble. Her husband had just deserted her and their children. Understandably, she had been devastated by this heartbreaking development. Now, after all these years, she had turned on her radio and upon hearing the interview called to tell me she was doing very well in spite of her past problems. She wanted me to know that her song had returned. Spring insists cold dark days only endure for a season. New life and light are waiting in the wings to take the stage. Spring may produce praise for the majesty and minuteness of creation more than any other season. Miracles start showing up everywhere in greening grass, budding trees,blooming flowers and returning birds bent on staking out their territories with nesting and family plans in mind. While all this action is taking place, thunderstorms are forming to bring life-giving rain and nitrogen to the soil so the earth can blaze with beauty and ultimately produce bountiful harvests. These all reveal a divine plan that ought to make us aware we’re far more than accidental offshoots of a bogus big bang. We have a wise and loving Creator who is the source and sustainer of life. Our Lord often appealed to lessons in nature to demonstrate His love, speaking of birds that neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns but are fed by their heavenly Father. And His unforgettable parable about God clothing lilies of the field has comforted many during tough economic times: “So why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; and yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these” (Matthew 6:28-29). In his book, “God’s Cure for Anxious Care,” the late Dr. John R. Rice wrote: “Believe me, the birds can sing for you again! God can give joy for mourning and beauty for ashes. I tell you earnestly, as one who has had many sorrows but found sweet comfort, as one who is a sinner and has been forgiven, as one who has worried and chafed and fretted and, thank God, who has found peace.” All trouble is temporary. Better days are ahead. Dark days only last for a season so refuse to be dominated by darkness. Remember God loves you and spring past your storm to a song.
Roger Campbell MinistriesPO Box 301004 Waterford MI. 48330248-623-6882 (Office Hours 9:00 AM-5:00 PM [eastern time] Monday through Friday)
Roger Campbell is an author, broadcaster and columnist and has been a pastor for over 22 years.He can be reached at rcministry@ameritech.net
Friday, March 20, 2009
Excellent thoughts for today!
"Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can."
John Wesley
John Wesley
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Please, help us by just clicking your mouse!
Free Money for Grey Hair Is Beauty, Inc
1). Type in http://www.goodsearch.com/ in the URL box
2) In the 2nd box down, type Grey Hair Is Beauty, Inc.
3) Click the yellow “verify” button
4) Choose Grey Hair Is Beauty Shady Hills FL from the pull down option by clicking on it. (This will set up a cookie on your computer so that you do not have to do it every time).
5). Use the search engine (it is powered by Yahoo) and .01 cent will be given to our nursing home for every search that you perform. (Checks are mailed out annually).
It also has a feature where money is donated if you shop on-line through GoodSearch (Target, Wal-Mart, Amazon, E-Bay, and more).
Now you can do a web search or better yet—Before doing a search, click on “Make GoodSearch your homepage” Follow the instructions. When done, every time you go to the internet and use this search engine, the church or school, or ministry of your choice, depending on which one you selected, will receive,.01 cent per search. This adds up rapidly! You can also use GoodSearch to do online shopping and we will get an even bigger percentage. It’s free so please do it and then tell your family and friends!
Here is an example of how much your organization can earn:
If 100 people do 2 searches per day, it would be $730 a year! If some do online shopping, this amount would be even larger!
If you wish to verify us in the list of non-profits, we are on page 53 of the G’s.
1). Type in http://www.goodsearch.com/ in the URL box
2) In the 2nd box down, type Grey Hair Is Beauty, Inc.
3) Click the yellow “verify” button
4) Choose Grey Hair Is Beauty Shady Hills FL from the pull down option by clicking on it. (This will set up a cookie on your computer so that you do not have to do it every time).
5). Use the search engine (it is powered by Yahoo) and .01 cent will be given to our nursing home for every search that you perform. (Checks are mailed out annually).
It also has a feature where money is donated if you shop on-line through GoodSearch (Target, Wal-Mart, Amazon, E-Bay, and more).
Now you can do a web search or better yet—Before doing a search, click on “Make GoodSearch your homepage” Follow the instructions. When done, every time you go to the internet and use this search engine, the church or school, or ministry of your choice, depending on which one you selected, will receive,.01 cent per search. This adds up rapidly! You can also use GoodSearch to do online shopping and we will get an even bigger percentage. It’s free so please do it and then tell your family and friends!
Here is an example of how much your organization can earn:
If 100 people do 2 searches per day, it would be $730 a year! If some do online shopping, this amount would be even larger!
If you wish to verify us in the list of non-profits, we are on page 53 of the G’s.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Joining Facebook has inspired me to get going here again!
Good Morning! I want to celebrate returning to the blog with an awesome receipe that my family loves. It is great for Sunday Brunch, especially because it is quick and easy. This brunch cake is not for a strict diet, just remember, " portion control!"
Banana Brunch Cake
2 1/2 cups any Pancake Mix
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 cups mashed banana (about 4 medium)
3/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 13x9 inch baking pan.
Combine pancake mix, 3/4 cup brown suganr and cinnamon. Add banana, milk, egg and oil; mix well. Spread into prepared pan. (hint: I added an extra banana and a just a splash of oil)
Combine nuts, 1/4 cup brown sugar and butter, sprinkle evenly over battter.
Bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown. 12 Servings
Banana Brunch Cake
2 1/2 cups any Pancake Mix
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 cups mashed banana (about 4 medium)
3/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 13x9 inch baking pan.
Combine pancake mix, 3/4 cup brown suganr and cinnamon. Add banana, milk, egg and oil; mix well. Spread into prepared pan. (hint: I added an extra banana and a just a splash of oil)
Combine nuts, 1/4 cup brown sugar and butter, sprinkle evenly over battter.
Bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown. 12 Servings
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