As a Disciple and Water Walker, our greatest example is Christ Jesus. We have all been called to be the hands and feet of Jesus. To do good work. In these verses Jesus’s work was healing a blind man; “As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work. While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”” John‬ ‭9:4-5‬ ‭NIV‬‬.

Although we can’t heal people like Jesus, we do have the gift of the Holy Spirit for prayer and guidance. The Holy Spirit nudges us to do good works. I am sure at times those good works get pushed off to do another day. On this Water Walking Wednesday, I am feeling convicted by these verses. Jesus said as long as there is day light we must do His works. I also believe in balance and good works doesn’t mean busyness. Not every assignment is ours to walk with.

On this Water Walking Wednesday, do you have a nudge to do good works? Have you put that nudge into action or have you put it off? I encourage us all today to be intentional with our nudges gifted by the Holy Spirit. They truly are a gift because often we get more out of service than being served.

Now that Spring is here, we are starting to see some flowers bloom. We are also experiencing the pollination which is an essential part of plant reproduction. It acts as a fertilizer to the flowers. Just like flowers need sun, water, and pollen, we need God’s word to help us grow. On this Transformation Tips Tuesday, let’s think of God’s word as an essential part of our growth; “Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation,” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:2‬ ‭NIV‬‬

If we look previously in 1 Peter 1:24-25, We read about how God’s word is eternal; “For, “All people are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord endures forever.” And this is the word that was preached to you.”
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Will you crave God’s word? Will you consider it part of your daily diet?

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What does the week ahead look like for you? Maybe you have a long to do list. Maybe your calendar is full of appointments. Maybe not much is planned. Either way looking at a full week can be exhausting. If we put all are tasks on one page we can be overwhelmed. Good news, each day has been given it’s own date with twenty-four hours. We can take it one day, one hour at a time.

Looking at this photo I see strong sea shells that have been shaped overtime by the ocean. We too are strong and overtime been shaped by our faith. We can stand taller and stronger knowing the God of all peace is in control. I also see a pair of sunglasses. Those glasses can change our perception of the sun. We have the choice to put them on or take them off. Perception is a choice.

What will you choose this week? To take on the stress of the week? Or to take on each day, one day at a time? Either way, I pray each of us will choose to walk in God’s peace and relying on His strength with each new day.

“God makes his people strong. God gives his people peace.” Psalm‬ ‭29:11‬ ‭MSG‬‬

Yesterday I had the opportunity to run with a friend down by the river. There was wind, incline, and uneven terrain along the way. Being in good company and seeing God’s beauty, the destination was worth the effort. The stillness of the river reminds me of being still with God; “He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”” Psalms‬ ‭46:10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

The message version instructs us to step out of traffic; “Attention, all! See the marvels of God! He plants flowers and trees all over the earth, Bans war from pole to pole, breaks all the weapons across his knee. “Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God, above politics, above everything.””

On this Spiritual Sunday and throughout our week, I encourage us all to take hold of opportunities to step out of the traffic. Remember to marvel at God’s beauty and to find joy in the journey. Go in confidence, knowing who God is and exalt Him above all else.

For those of you grieving and may be struggling to see the beauty and joy at this time, I encourage you to listen to River of Time by The Judds.

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In Wikipedia a banner can be a flag or other piece of cloth bearing a symbol, logo, slogan or other message. A flag whose design is the same as the shield in a coat of arms (but usually in a square or rectangular shape) is called a banner of arms. In Exodus 17:15 NIV; “Moses built an altar and called it The Lord is my Banner.” This was a symbol of the Lord fighting our battles for us. You can read the full story in verses 13–16.

Jehovah-nissi is the name given by Moses to the altar which he built to celebrate the defeat of the Amalekites at Rephidim.

On this Finish Friday I encourage you to not only listen to this music video My Weapon by Natalie Grant but to watch it as well. The intensity of the musicians playing their instruments in is very moving. I encourage you to really listen to the lyrics; Your presence is my greatest weapon. Pushing back the darkness. Breaking every chain. My worship opens up the heavens. Crushing every stronghold. When I speak Your name ‘Cause Your presence is my weapon.

Today let’s, raise our banners high and let our Jehovah Nissi fight our battles for us! Let’s finish strong in Jesus name! Victory has already been won.

What is the greatest form of obedience?

“Jesus replied: “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’” Matt 22:37‬ ‭NIV‬‬

What is the second greatest form of obedience?

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” Matt‬ ‭22:39‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Jesus said he will bless us for carefully following His commands. Do you want to be set on high above all the nations on earth?

“If you fully obey the Lord your God and carefully follow all his commands I give you today, the Lord your God will set you high above all the nations on earth.” Deu‬ ‭28:1‬ ‭NIV‬‬

On this Water Walking Wednesday let’s get back to the simplicity of God’s commands. Stepping on the shoreline is the greatest form of obedience because the first step is the hardest step is taken. Walking on water should naturally follow, just like loving others.