The Bethlen Home Messenger, The Messenger, 2003 (1-5. szám)
2003-01-01 / 1. szám
Cijaplatn'ô Corner by Rev. Dr. Joseph Posta The leader of leaders, the overseer of the overcomers, and The sovereign Lord of all that was and is and is to come. And if that seems impressive to you, try this for size. His goal is a relationship with ME! He will never leave me, Never forsake me, Never mislead me, Never forget me, Never overlook me, and Never cancel my appointment in His appointment book! When I fall, He lifts me up! When I fail, He forgives! When I am weak, He is strong! When I am afraid, He is my courage! When I stumble, He steadies me! When I am hurt, He heals me! When I am broken, He mends me! When I am blind, He leads me! When I am hungry, He feeds me! When I face trials, He is with me! When I face persecution, He shields me! When I face problems, He comforts me! When I face loss, He provides for me! When I face Death, He carries me Home! He is everything for everybody, everywhere, Every time, and every way. He is God, He is faithful. I am His, and He is mine! My father in heaven can whip the father of this world. So, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this... He said it and that settles it. God is in control, I am on His side, and That means all is well with my soul. Everyday is a blessing for GOD Is! I love the Lord and thank Him for all that he does in my life, Yes I do love Jesus. He is my source of existence and my Savior. He keeps me functioning each and everyday. Without Him, I will be nothing. Without Him, I am nothing but with Him I can do all things. (Philipphians 4:13) PRAYER FOR NEW YEAR'S DAY O Thou who hast set eternity in our hearts, we bless Thee for Thy good providence that has brought us safely through the years that are gone. Thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. Thou Thyself art new to us every morning and fresh every evening. We thank Thee for the dawning of this another year of Thy grace. Go Thou with us every step of the way, and bring us to its close in peace. At the dawn of this new year precious Savior, we desire to begin in Thy name. Therefore, we ask Thee to take full possession of our life, hold us by the hand and lead us from day to day, protecting our beloved Institution, The Bethlen Home, and all of us from all dangers of body and soul. Shield us from the temptations of sin and remove every doubtful thought from our mind. Let not the worries and fears of the future rob us of that peace of mind which is ours through Thy sacrifice on Calvary. Order our footsteps in the paths of uprighteousness, and keep us in Thy grace. Abide with Thy children wherever they are, and help them through their trials and troubles. Forgive us, one and all, our many sins of the past through Thy cleansing and precious blood. Grant me and all that love Thee the strength to live victoriously every day. Eternal Savior, give to Thy churches continued growth, and prosper the work of our hands as we seek to win souls for Thee. Bring this saving Gospel to many more. Preserve peace among the nations that Thy message of reconciliation may not be hindered in its progress as it goes from place to place. Give us spiritual strength to live in peace with our fellow men, avoiding discord, strife, and hatred. Give us an unwavering faith in Thee as our Savior and King. Make this year of 2003 another year of grace to all of us, for Thy name's sake. Amen.
