Now that we’ve looked at forgiveness, let’s think about unforgiveness—the deliberate decision to cling to 1) resentment you feel toward someone else and 2) your right to get even any way you can. It’s a mindset that says, “You hurt me. You must pay.”
What an ungodly, unscriptural attitude! And yet it is painfully evident in the hearts of far too many Christians. Therefore, we need to uncover the dark truth behind this destructive landmine. Unforgiveness . . .
• Demonstrates unwillingness to extend to others what the Lord has extended to you (Eph. 4:32). It simply means saying with your attitude that you refuse to show the grace and forgiveness of Christ to anyone else.
• Plants a root of bitterness in your heart.It may start with some simple resentment because of the way someone else acted. Then, that little seed of animosity begins to grow. Before long, a whole crop of anger, malice, and bitterness completely dominates you. If it is not dealt with early, these bitter fruits will spoil every part of your life.
• Prevents your becoming the person God wants you to be. An unforgiving spirit makes it impossible to accomplish what the heavenly Father has in mind for you. How can you expect to grow in Christ while willfully allowing bitterness to erode your heart?
The results of withholding forgiveness are obvious, and yet many believers stumble into this very trap. Don’t fall for it. Ask God to help you release any unforgiveness you have, and be reconciled to your brothers and sisters without delay.
in touch devo sept 13
Saturday, September 13, 2008
The Landmine of Unforgiveness
What is your first response when someone hurts you? Maybe you want to retaliate. Or perhaps your outward attitude doesn’t change, but inside you are quietly nursing a dark bitterness and resentment. These reactions strike us as understandable and perfectly natural, don’t they?
In reality, however, unforgiveness is one of the most destructive behaviors possible. Impacting every prayer, every relationship, and practically every thought you have, it is a land mine with the potential to completely destroy your life.
Scripture is clear that we are to openly and willingly forgive anyone who causes us harm. Why? The reason is that we ourselves have been forgiven. The grace that God pours out on each of us should be our motivation and example. If we have received God’s loving pardon, then we simply must do the same for others, even when it seems difficult or unfair.
What is forgiveness? Simply put, it is the act of giving up resentment toward someone, along with the desire to retaliate. In other words, we must surrender three things: the general feeling of resentment, the specific feelings toward a particular individual, and all claims to retribution.
Forgiveness is far more than a simple “I forgive you” statement. It involves a total change of action and an attitude that declares, “Though you wronged me, I love and forgive you. I wish you the best and will help you however I can.” Can you make this statement after being hurt? Pray for those who wrong you, and release your resentment.
from in touch magazine devo sept 12
In reality, however, unforgiveness is one of the most destructive behaviors possible. Impacting every prayer, every relationship, and practically every thought you have, it is a land mine with the potential to completely destroy your life.
Scripture is clear that we are to openly and willingly forgive anyone who causes us harm. Why? The reason is that we ourselves have been forgiven. The grace that God pours out on each of us should be our motivation and example. If we have received God’s loving pardon, then we simply must do the same for others, even when it seems difficult or unfair.
What is forgiveness? Simply put, it is the act of giving up resentment toward someone, along with the desire to retaliate. In other words, we must surrender three things: the general feeling of resentment, the specific feelings toward a particular individual, and all claims to retribution.
Forgiveness is far more than a simple “I forgive you” statement. It involves a total change of action and an attitude that declares, “Though you wronged me, I love and forgive you. I wish you the best and will help you however I can.” Can you make this statement after being hurt? Pray for those who wrong you, and release your resentment.
from in touch magazine devo sept 12
compare Glimpse Intuitive Skincare to...
Glimpse Demographics
It's important to understand your target market for this new skin care system. I'll leave you to read about why this product line is so exclusive and move directly into who is most likely to purchase these products.
Customers who most often purchase their skin care products from the department store will definitely want to know about Glimpse.
To help the men in our group better understand how women use skin care products, understand that in addition to Cleansers, Toners, Serums and Moisturizers, women often buy Eye Cream, Night Cream, Make-up Remover, Wrinkle Reducers, Exfoliators and Masks.
With the Glimpse System there is no need for the additional products!
So, let's take a look at the top-selling department store products. While it its impossible to compare the quality of Glimpse with what is currently on the market, we can compare the pricing of the four products; cleanser, toner, serum and moisturizer.
Aveda---$153 for all 4, plus another $125 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $278 per month.
Clinique--$164 for the 4, plus another $119 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $283 per month.
Elizabeth Arden--$237 for the 4, plus another $170 for the necesary eye cream and night cream equals $407 per month.
Esteee Lauder--$369 for the 4, plus another $145 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $514 for the month.
Guerlain--$372 for the 4, plus another $188 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $560 per month.
Kiehl's--$157 for the 4, plus another $36 for the necessary eye cream (they don't offer a night cream) equals $193 per month.
Lancome--$404 for the 4, plus another $282 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $686 per month.
ROC--$190 for the 4, plus another $113 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $303 per month.
Shiseido--$197 for the 4, plus another $146 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $343 per month.
All of these companies combined sell BILLIONS of dollars worth of these products. The market exists and the market is hungry for products that (a) actually, truly work and (b) do so without all the chemicals and additives in the current market products.
The Glimpse product line is so exclusive, spas and beauty salon owners should be at the top of your list of people to introduce to this exceptional line of products.
If you use any of these products and would like to try Glimpse please send me your email and I will send you more information.
It's important to understand your target market for this new skin care system. I'll leave you to read about why this product line is so exclusive and move directly into who is most likely to purchase these products.
Customers who most often purchase their skin care products from the department store will definitely want to know about Glimpse.
To help the men in our group better understand how women use skin care products, understand that in addition to Cleansers, Toners, Serums and Moisturizers, women often buy Eye Cream, Night Cream, Make-up Remover, Wrinkle Reducers, Exfoliators and Masks.
With the Glimpse System there is no need for the additional products!
So, let's take a look at the top-selling department store products. While it its impossible to compare the quality of Glimpse with what is currently on the market, we can compare the pricing of the four products; cleanser, toner, serum and moisturizer.
Aveda---$153 for all 4, plus another $125 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $278 per month.
Clinique--$164 for the 4, plus another $119 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $283 per month.
Elizabeth Arden--$237 for the 4, plus another $170 for the necesary eye cream and night cream equals $407 per month.
Esteee Lauder--$369 for the 4, plus another $145 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $514 for the month.
Guerlain--$372 for the 4, plus another $188 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $560 per month.
Kiehl's--$157 for the 4, plus another $36 for the necessary eye cream (they don't offer a night cream) equals $193 per month.
Lancome--$404 for the 4, plus another $282 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $686 per month.
ROC--$190 for the 4, plus another $113 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $303 per month.
Shiseido--$197 for the 4, plus another $146 for the necessary eye cream and night cream equals $343 per month.
All of these companies combined sell BILLIONS of dollars worth of these products. The market exists and the market is hungry for products that (a) actually, truly work and (b) do so without all the chemicals and additives in the current market products.
The Glimpse product line is so exclusive, spas and beauty salon owners should be at the top of your list of people to introduce to this exceptional line of products.
If you use any of these products and would like to try Glimpse please send me your email and I will send you more information.
Saturday, September 06, 2008
biblical history of iraq
VERY INTERESTING-
1. The Garden of Eden was in Iraq .
2. Mesopotamia, which is now Iraq, was the cradle of civilization!
3. Noah built the ark in Iraq .
4. The Tower of Babel was in Iraq
5. Abraham was from Ur, which is in Southern Iraq!
6. Isaac's wife Rebekah is from Nahor, which is in Iraq!
7. Jacob met Rachel in Iraq .
8. Jonah preached in Nineveh - which is in Iraq .
9. Assyria, which is in Iraq, conquered the ten tribes of Israel
10. Amos cried out in Iraq!
11. Babylon, which is in Iraq, destroyed Jerusalem.
12. Daniel was! in the lion's den in Iraq!
13. The three Hebrew children were in the fire in Iraq (Jesus had been in Iraq also as the fourth person in the Fiery furnace!)
14. Belshazzar, the King of Babylon saw the "writing on the wall" in Iraq .
15. Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, carried the Jews captive into Iraq ...
16. Ezekiel preached in Iraq.
17. The wise men were from Iraq
18. Peter preached in Iraq
19. The "Empire of Man" described in Revelation is called Babylon, which was a city in Iraq !
And you have probably seen this one. Israel is the nation most often mentioned in the Bible. But do you know which nation is second? It is Iraq ! However, that is not the name that is used in the Bible. The names used in the Bible are Babylon, Land of Shinar and Mesopotamia. The word Mesopotamia means between the two rivers, more exactly between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. The name Iraq, means country with deep roots.
Indeed Iraq is a country with deep roots and is a very significant country in the Bible.
No other nation, except Israel, has more history and prophecy associated it than Iraq.
And also, this is something to think about! Since America is typically represented by an eagle. Saddam should have read up on his Muslim passages...
The following verse is from the Koran, (the Islamic Bible)
Koran (9:11 ) - For it is written that a son of Arabia would awaken a fearsome Eagle. The wrath of the Eagle would be felt throughout the lands of Allah and lo, while some of the people trembled in despair still more rejoiced; for the wrath of the Eagle cleansed the lands of Allah; and there was peace.
(Note the verse number!) Hmmmmmmm?!
1. The Garden of Eden was in Iraq .
2. Mesopotamia, which is now Iraq, was the cradle of civilization!
3. Noah built the ark in Iraq .
4. The Tower of Babel was in Iraq
5. Abraham was from Ur, which is in Southern Iraq!
6. Isaac's wife Rebekah is from Nahor, which is in Iraq!
7. Jacob met Rachel in Iraq .
8. Jonah preached in Nineveh - which is in Iraq .
9. Assyria, which is in Iraq, conquered the ten tribes of Israel
10. Amos cried out in Iraq!
11. Babylon, which is in Iraq, destroyed Jerusalem.
12. Daniel was! in the lion's den in Iraq!
13. The three Hebrew children were in the fire in Iraq (Jesus had been in Iraq also as the fourth person in the Fiery furnace!)
14. Belshazzar, the King of Babylon saw the "writing on the wall" in Iraq .
15. Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, carried the Jews captive into Iraq ...
16. Ezekiel preached in Iraq.
17. The wise men were from Iraq
18. Peter preached in Iraq
19. The "Empire of Man" described in Revelation is called Babylon, which was a city in Iraq !
And you have probably seen this one. Israel is the nation most often mentioned in the Bible. But do you know which nation is second? It is Iraq ! However, that is not the name that is used in the Bible. The names used in the Bible are Babylon, Land of Shinar and Mesopotamia. The word Mesopotamia means between the two rivers, more exactly between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. The name Iraq, means country with deep roots.
Indeed Iraq is a country with deep roots and is a very significant country in the Bible.
No other nation, except Israel, has more history and prophecy associated it than Iraq.
And also, this is something to think about! Since America is typically represented by an eagle. Saddam should have read up on his Muslim passages...
The following verse is from the Koran, (the Islamic Bible)
Koran (9:11 ) - For it is written that a son of Arabia would awaken a fearsome Eagle. The wrath of the Eagle would be felt throughout the lands of Allah and lo, while some of the people trembled in despair still more rejoiced; for the wrath of the Eagle cleansed the lands of Allah; and there was peace.
(Note the verse number!) Hmmmmmmm?!
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