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“Can we feed the chickens?” The children had arrived at the farm, and were ready for work. First they measured a big helping of chicken feed. Then they washed out the waterer and refilled it with fresh, clean water for their feathered-friends to drink. “My favorite is that one.” One of the girls pointed to Faithfulness, a black and white speckled hen. “Mine is Joy,” said another girl. Joy was pure white and treasured by many of the kids. “I love Friar Cluck,” added a third girl with shining eyes. “Can we catch them now?” The chickens were done eating and drinking, so I nodded my approval. The girls ran, and the chickens ran, too. Running was part of the fun! Before long, each girl gently held their best-loved chicken. Wide smiles proved that...
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Jesus is the Living Water
H2O… the way to go… to get and stay fit for GOD’s kingdom building work. JESUS is the living water. He is Who we need, yearn for, crave! He alone satisfies! When the woman at the well asked how Jesus would draw water, he answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life” John 4:13-14 (NIV). Water Is Important to Life Make a list of things that need water. Think about your list. Are YOU on that list? All living things need water. GOD MADE OUR BODIES in a very amazing and unique way. WE ARE FEARFULLY AND WONDERFULLY MADE (Psalm 139). If we are in Christ then God lives...
Read MoreWhat’s Bugging You?
Summer is fast approaching, and with it comes lots of fun. Boating, swimming, camping, celebrations and family cookouts make the summertime awesome. Who doesn’t love sitting on the grass waiting for fireworks to begin after spending a happy day with family and friends? But then come the mosquitos. Biting insects, poison ivy and sunburns can quickly turn a great day into an upsetting one. All the swatting, scratching and moisturizing only soothe the problem momentarily. If we have allowed our parents to apply sunscreen or insect repellent and if we have followed their directions to stay away from certain areas where danger might lurk, we find we are much more content at the end of the day. Sometimes the things that bug us come from our emotions. We might have a...
Read MoreDon’t Be Afraid to Fly Your Plane
“Don’t be afraid to fly the plane, Catlin.” Mike coached her gently. Catlin felt like she was always late, always wrong. Her self-esteem was low, and any nearby adult could spot it. Her parents allowed her to attend Aviation Boot Camp at the last minute when they had heard a scholarship was available. “Here do like me, make your hands like mine.” She looked at Mike’s hand position on the yoke and copied it. “Good Job!” Catlin smiled and started to relax. The troubles of her teenage life were far below as the plane climbed to new heights. “Jesus says in Jeremiah 17:7 ‘But blessed is the one who trust in the Lord, whose confidence is in him,’” Mike said. “I believe you can do this.” He removed his hands from the yoke. “I’m...
Read MoreBEE like JESUS
Each week let us continue to seek GOD, pray, read, mediate, study then practice GOD’s Word by being a cheerful giver! Have you received or earned, money, supplies, games or gift cards? Do the math and decide to give at least ten percent to someone in need. Save at least ten percent for yourself in a childrens isa account. 1. Your aunt and uncle kindly gifted you with $20.00! How much will you give ______ and save ______? Who or what guided you in your decision______________________________? 2. Last month you were gifted five new shirts. Would you donate one to a person who needs clothing? Which Bible verse or teachings helped you to decide ______________________? 3. During the next three months you will receive or earn @$125.00/each week. How much will you...
Read MoreThanks Be to God
“For God, who gives seed to the farmer to plant, and later on good crops to harvest and eat, will give you more and more seed to plant and will make it grow so that you can give away more and more fruit from your harvest . . . Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” 2 Corinthians 9:10-15 (TLB). Yes, God will give you much so that you can give away much, and when we take your gifts to those who need them they will break out into thanksgiving and praise to God for your help. Thanksgiving to our GOD continues into Advent/December (and forever) for the greatest Gift—His Son, our Savior JESUS CHRIST—be exalted, glorified, and magnified as we bow down and worship! Yes, come let us adore HIM, CHRIST the LORD! Joy to the World! T-thanking H-HIM...
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If it’s in the Bible, The Pirate Preacher knows the story. Monday nights he leads a “Jesus Study” in Moore Square, Raleigh, NC. Each Sunday you will find him in the park and at the bus station helping others enjoy the abundant life Jesus promised.
The Pirate Preacher helped launch Christian Devotions Ministries and is the former CEO of Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas, a Christian book publishing company. He’s also a “Blessed Selling” author and Writers’ Coach.
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