Genesis Chapter 1
I’m Going Green!
In recent years people have become increasingly concerned and passionate about saving the environment. Tirelessly, the subject of caring for our environment is being pushed to the forefront of our consciousness on a daily basis.
Consequently, everywhere we turn there is a message encouraging us to become environmentally friendly? So we find ourselves doing everything from recycling aluminum cans to planting trees in the back yard all to create a more eco-friendly environment.
While some might see this as a good thing there are some who feel it is nothing more than a scientific waste of time. On the contrary, I believe the concept of creating an environmentally friendly atmosphere was first developed in the mind of God. The Book of Genesis records, that God created man's environment before he created man. He created the heavens and the earth, the moon and the stars, water, and vegetation for his nourishment. And when he was done he called it good. He called it good because it was an atmosphere where man could commune with God, live in peace and enjoy life. It was a place he could dream, love and exercise his creativity. Most of all it was a place free of pollutants.
It is hard for some us to imagine living in an environment free of pollutants. Sadly, it has been years since some of us have been able to enjoy a breath of fresh air. This is not due to smoke factories, or gas guzzling automobiles; rather it is because our spiritual and emotional environment has become totally toxic. Unhealthy relationships, unfruitful conversations, ungodly connections, and un-forgiveness have left a hole in our oh-zone.
The “oh” zone” the place where we were excited about God and our future, the place where his presence left us breathless, and the place where we dared to dream about obtaining the impossible.
Now, prisoners of our own environment we have lost all hope for bigger and better. If this sound like the place where you live can I tell you it’s time to go green. It is time to reclaim, restore, and regain your place in the presence of God.
It’s time you rid yourself of everything and everybody that is not environmentally friendly. Everything which stunts your growth needs to go. Unhealthy appetites, polluted thought life, toxic relationships and litterbugs. Litterbugs can be defined as those who constantly dump on you. They are people who never have anything good to say. Come on, shout it, text it, tweet it, tell the world I’m going green!
Rev. Melva
"Because your lovingkindness is better than life, My lips will praise you" Ps. 63:3
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Friday, September 3, 2010
"Winner take All"
Phil. 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.
Are you one of those people who seemingly never win at anything? No matter how hard you try; relay race, sweepstakes, door prizes, amusement park games, dance competition, whatever it seems you can never win at anything. Well I have good news for you, winners are not born they are made. One of God’s greatest champions King David penned in Psalms 51:5 Behold, I was shapen in iniquity and in sin did my mother conceive me. David acknowledges that he was born in sin; nevertheless it never stopped him from becoming the King of Israel.
Like David, we must learn to think like champions. For many of us this means we will need to completely change the way we think. In order for us to win we must align our thinking with what it is God is saying about us. We must embrace the Philippians 2:5 way of thinking, which says “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. Every champion no matter how great had to work at it and overcome adversity. And you thought champions were born.
I believe in every one of us there are seeds of greatness, which we generally refer to as our potential. However, what we decide to do with these seeds is really what will matter in the end. Whether or not we choose to cultivate or develop these seeds will ultimately make the difference of whether we become champions or lead a life of mediocrity.
You might ask how do I start thinking like a winner? Well, I’m glad you asked.
· Visualize yourself doing what you thought you would never do
· Stay focused; even if it means walking alone
· Learn to push through the pain; knowing difficult times will come to an end
· Celebrate every stage of your progress whether great or small
· Speak the Word over yourself; recite the promises of God
· Push yourself to the limit until your life is perfectly aligned with God has said about you
· Rest in him and prepare to embrace a new dimension of His Glory
The expression “Winner take all” refers to a situation or outcome whereby the winner receives all the prizes or rewards. However, it recently took on a deeper meaning for me, as I heard the words echoing down in my soul. “Winner take all.” More than expression it became a directive from God. It occurred to me that God was addressing me as the “winner.” He was saying because you are a winner you shall take all! Today God wants you to know - you are a winner who will take all!
Pressing into another dimension of His Glory,
Rev. Melva
Are you one of those people who seemingly never win at anything? No matter how hard you try; relay race, sweepstakes, door prizes, amusement park games, dance competition, whatever it seems you can never win at anything. Well I have good news for you, winners are not born they are made. One of God’s greatest champions King David penned in Psalms 51:5 Behold, I was shapen in iniquity and in sin did my mother conceive me. David acknowledges that he was born in sin; nevertheless it never stopped him from becoming the King of Israel.
Like David, we must learn to think like champions. For many of us this means we will need to completely change the way we think. In order for us to win we must align our thinking with what it is God is saying about us. We must embrace the Philippians 2:5 way of thinking, which says “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. Every champion no matter how great had to work at it and overcome adversity. And you thought champions were born.
I believe in every one of us there are seeds of greatness, which we generally refer to as our potential. However, what we decide to do with these seeds is really what will matter in the end. Whether or not we choose to cultivate or develop these seeds will ultimately make the difference of whether we become champions or lead a life of mediocrity.
You might ask how do I start thinking like a winner? Well, I’m glad you asked.
· Visualize yourself doing what you thought you would never do
· Stay focused; even if it means walking alone
· Learn to push through the pain; knowing difficult times will come to an end
· Celebrate every stage of your progress whether great or small
· Speak the Word over yourself; recite the promises of God
· Push yourself to the limit until your life is perfectly aligned with God has said about you
· Rest in him and prepare to embrace a new dimension of His Glory
The expression “Winner take all” refers to a situation or outcome whereby the winner receives all the prizes or rewards. However, it recently took on a deeper meaning for me, as I heard the words echoing down in my soul. “Winner take all.” More than expression it became a directive from God. It occurred to me that God was addressing me as the “winner.” He was saying because you are a winner you shall take all! Today God wants you to know - you are a winner who will take all!
Pressing into another dimension of His Glory,
Rev. Melva
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
"The Next Big Thing"
Due to the recent craze caused by the unveiling of a new line of products created by the Apple Corporation; namely the Iphone, Ipod Touch, and the Ipad; it is my observation that we have become obsessed with pursuing the next big thing. We watch in amazement as friends, neighbors, and loved ones stand in line for hours to purchase the latest gadget. We spend thousands and thousands of dollars just to have… you guessed it “the next big thing”.
What do you suppose our fascination is with having the next big thing? Why do we constantly look for what is on the way, when we haven’t even stopped to appreciate what it is we already possess? Perhaps it is a metaphor of our times; a sign to show us we have become a people, who are perpetually dissatisfied with life? Thus we are caught in a never-ending cycle of so-called upgrades. Working tiredly we try desperately to improve our relationships, financial status, lifestyle and ministries. However, we must conclude that our greatest efforts can only achieve a cosmetic, or temporary fix.
You got the new job, the new spouse, the new car and the new house yet and still you find yourself waiting and longing for the next big thing. Ever wonder what is causes you to continue your search for something bigger, something better, something greater? I’m glad you asked. Dear friend, it's your heart. Whenever you get to the place you overlook the blessings of today to reach for the blessings of tomorrow it is because your heart needs an upgrade.
Psalms 68:19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Then Lamentations Chapter 3 tells us “It is because of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning”. Every day spent in God’s presence is an opportunity to improve your life. Instead of asking God to send you the next big thing pray like David prayed in Psalms 51:10, Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit with in me. You will never get where you are going until you learn to appreciate where you are.
Satisfied with Jesus,
Rev. Melva
What do you suppose our fascination is with having the next big thing? Why do we constantly look for what is on the way, when we haven’t even stopped to appreciate what it is we already possess? Perhaps it is a metaphor of our times; a sign to show us we have become a people, who are perpetually dissatisfied with life? Thus we are caught in a never-ending cycle of so-called upgrades. Working tiredly we try desperately to improve our relationships, financial status, lifestyle and ministries. However, we must conclude that our greatest efforts can only achieve a cosmetic, or temporary fix.
You got the new job, the new spouse, the new car and the new house yet and still you find yourself waiting and longing for the next big thing. Ever wonder what is causes you to continue your search for something bigger, something better, something greater? I’m glad you asked. Dear friend, it's your heart. Whenever you get to the place you overlook the blessings of today to reach for the blessings of tomorrow it is because your heart needs an upgrade.
Psalms 68:19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Then Lamentations Chapter 3 tells us “It is because of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning”. Every day spent in God’s presence is an opportunity to improve your life. Instead of asking God to send you the next big thing pray like David prayed in Psalms 51:10, Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit with in me. You will never get where you are going until you learn to appreciate where you are.
Satisfied with Jesus,
Rev. Melva
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