The Armor-Bearer: A Change in the Outlook is coming
Today, I think about how many are the promises that God has been given me, such a privilege. In my life, I have been blessed by meeting incredible people. It is a reminder of a beautiful poem a friend gave me, some earthly angels come in for a short time, others for a longer period, some at a far distance until their death and others to be with you to the ends. Thankful is word that will never cease from my vocabulary. Personal and through my work specially, I have had the opportunity to meet extraordinary people…some believers, some not …but still managed to say my peace be in your heart.
It was and is a special prayer day yesterday and today, sending love to heaven for my mom’s birthday. On this day, I also found out that a good friend of mine had passed. I called him my “armor bearer”, the one who “carries the shield to protect, the one with an awesome responsibility of seeing to the safety and success” of everybody who was close to him. This week was different, I am not really an incense burner person and had the urge to buy Frankincense (meaning pure incense in old french) and burning it. As well as Rose incense, I guess it makes sense these incense are from where my friends’ inheritence was(… this part is a just a meaning for me. I love to research to better understand the symbolism of a departing soul perhaps saying good bye, even though, one does not know who was/is departing…), The word inlet came to me and “Inlets serve as reminders of the interconnectedness of creation and the ways in which God’s presence and provision(arrangement or preparation beforehand, as for the doing of something, the meeting of needs, the supplying of means, etc)something provided; a measure or other means for meeting a need to permeate (spread or diffuse through) the world.”
There are many ways how Father Almighty gives us some messages that are special. I had some books on my desk and one of them was “Love Does” from Bob Goff. I wanted to share because my testimony is similar. The page that Father Almighty placed was pg 87-88. The excerpt placed was the following: The title is “Wow, What a Hit!
He speaks about positive affirmations, excerpt: “Like saying you to yourself you are good, smart, talented” and this part “ But, what I do know one thing that works every time- it’s having somebody else say something good about you. I think that is how we were created, you know, to get a named by people this way. I think God speaks something meaningful in our lives and it fills us up and helps us change the world regardless of ourselves and our shortcomings. His name for us is His beloved. He hopes that we’ll believe Him like I came to believe what the coach said to me. He hopes we’ll start to see ourselves as His beloved rather than think of all the reasons that we aren’t.”
Continued by Bob Goff… “Sometimes we don’t think that name Someone picked for us is accurate either. How could a coach think of me as a real player? And how can God think of me as a His beloved? But then I remembered Jesus said to one of His guys with Him that he was the rock even though He knew this same guy would deny ever knowing him. I do not think that Jesus was blowing sunshine at Peter when He did that. Instead I think that He was calling something out from inside Peter” . It was kid of like the coach telling me that I was a real player-he saw it me and was just calling it out. We do that for each other still today. It was over forty years and I have watched a few baseball games, but not many. I don’t have a reason to think about Little league or Elementary school days often. But when I do, I still think about the card from my coach. And in my mind I can see myself pulling it out of the envelope. I can see that is shaped like an apple and inside, the words from a kind man _ You’re the apple of my eye. Wow…What a hit Bob! You’re a real ball player. Love Coach.”
“Words of empowerment are like that. They have their own power. And when they are said by the right people, they can change everything. What I have found out in the following Jesus is that most of the time, when it comes to who says, we each are the right people. And I’ve concluded something else. That the words people say to us not only have a shelf life but have the ability to shape life.”-Love Does
I loved this part, as many others from the book “Love Does”. As I said before, We are like “Inlets” and they serve as reminders of the interconnectedness of creation and the ways in which God’s presence and provision(arrangement or preparation beforehand, for something provided; And it permeates (spread or diffuse through) the world.” I have lost two good friends that have taught me so much, one was to have faith even when I am not able to see the plan ahead of me but just walk in secureness that Father has our back and to never give in or up but to hold on to that flaming light that is lighted in my heart. I smile today, because that person passed some time ago and yesterday, finding out of my second friend he was the amour-bearer, he was the one who “carries the shield to protect, the one with an awesome responsibility of seeing to the safety and success”. I love this I have many people who surround me and they each have an immense story, testimony in my life. But my second friend, was such a calm, cheerful person, met him through my work and captured my heart, a very charismatic person, filled with life, a person who opened many doors for me and wise. The name caller as Bob Goff mentioned in his book. He used call me a tornado or here comes the train that is unstoppable and will take everything in her path. They both had so much confidence and support, but most of all saw the best of what was inside of who I was and made the best of it. “We took the train for a ride for business” and it was a fun one as an unconditional friend, distance has no barrier for friends. I am just happy that our last trip to Argentina, we got to see him, had a laugh but most of all eternal love. Provide those special words that are much needed.
This writing in not about sadness, it is about what he shared with me: heart, love, trust, respect, loyalty and to smile, never giving in or up. I know his soul rejoices in heaven where there is no more pain but much gain, my love to my mom and him to the moon and back, a legacy from my mother and from friends of strength, trust, laughter and love. This writing is how grateful I am with God that He placed him and many but many people in this road of life. They say that Father Almighty places just at the right moment the people who need to be part of our life, and they come with such a light that leaves you blind. Father Almighty has allowed me to meet many of them…not all, whether it is close by or at a distance, friends that are part of my journey, perhaps I am part of their journey…I do not know. Oh my, the learning is unbelievable seconds, minutes, hours, days or day, months, years, long long periods of working in togetherness opening many doors for one and others. I loved the word “Empowerment”, a word that can do marvels in a person’s life bringing peace and joy that not one person can take away, He opens our eyes, using us with His gifts, talents to be the armour-bearer for others, shining light. I think as well as two stories that I heard today in K-Love, one I think it was Laurie speaking about receiving a gift by mail, earrings from a friend who had recently passed. It is a beautiful gift that God provides all of us, being able to shine light on others and they in us. I loved these words “the words people say to us not only have a shelf life but have the ability to shape life.” It a time for Father’s and children, no matter what age they are, there is a need of some time mutually. Yesterday, the other point mentioned was from Scott from K Love, a beautiful moment that touched my heart He spoke about a MVP player and award given by his children and wife, a treasured moment about a Father and his children, Matthew Stafford’s Family Surprises Him With The ‘Most Valuable Dad’ Award, a beautiful moment for a father and their children.
This week has been about the biggest desire in an individual heart about family, it is Hard to hear friends or individuals speak about how they were raised and what happened that hurt or conflicted and what not achieved perhaps in the long run, the hardest of all is actually is to seek change, contradict our flesh and blood to be able to forgive, to work inward to the outward, which is also to mention of what was said before Father sees the best in us, He sees what we do not see and we seek the outward instead of inward, then that “suddenly happens” and what we saw negatively we now see it positively. Hey …I am also flesh and bones, the spiritual warfare is not easy. I had a sister from my community who said to me once, You and only you can bring the joy to yourself and that can only be found when you learn to leave it in the hands of Father Almighty, not measuring and judging but taking some time to put the shoes on of the other person and perhaps if you know re live a bit what that person went through and then take a minute, pray for that person and place it in the hands of Father Almighty. God’s timing is perfect, He is a just Father and He brings the best out of us, we just have to take the opportunity given and keep on walking. A parents figure is important in a child’s life, and yes, there are times where you only have one or none and have been raised differently, we have many Father’s and mother’s , brothers and sisters that walk in our life and with so much share and learn from. … as Bob Goff said and I will repeat his words again “the words people say to us not only have a shelf life but have the ability to shape life.” love it! I say it again, because of my own children, they have had so many blessing in meeting people who have been father figures bringing the best out of them, so much learning and growth. But at the end of the road it is in you to be able to surpass it all, your balance, your timing, your moment and the rest forgive yourself, forgive and be forgiven all in Father’s hands. Believe me, God always sends angels to provide you a hand in many ways to work out things. The immensity of His work is unstoppable, unmeasurable, and so filled with love.
This is my grateful and thankful day to many but many earthly angels, so many that flash lights, place a hand to send a blessing and even to those who tilt their head or hat. My heart rejoices, fills me with so much joy just how to see how God touches heart. He has placed many brothers and sisters Not only from my community but from others and that shows leadership in tribes. We have one father, twelve tribes, every tribe is different, we are all different and at the same time the same. I have learned that when a soul departs who has been part of your life, that souls is making ways for something bigger and greater for his family and for his friends in Father’s hands and with his love. I want to thank immensely to those earthly angels in Chase bank and their employees, I have worked with Wells Fargo and today with Chase. Chase has helped me in so many ways that I do not have words enough to express how thankful I am, even to those earthly angels who have chipped in as well. Also thankful to Petco, I was in shock how the manager in Davie and his employees helped several times in purchases, they are an awesome team.
A team creates…develops greatness in each individual who is part of it. I place it as A “creative blast” and great leaders are born from working in teams, mind, body and soul growth, working in groups always teaches us more than working individually. It is not the age or the stage, the process from where you start, to the in between and reaching the goal. The race may be individual, but those who have placed a hand to be creative with you that makes the difference, You are who you are because God called you, chose you to be light and like electricity just keep on turning light so the whole path be illuminated and when each person individually makes it to end, you can say I made it… because of God and because of those who got the best out of you. I say this at the end “individually”, because in a team, everybody works together but has a function to complete individually, and, when you reach it, the feeling of completeness is amazing and when the rest approves shares and cares and place piece by piece…it is just a light shining with fulfillment.
A Change in the Outlook is coming…This writing is short, but I wanted to share how beautiful the love of God is. Hereby I share the words for today:
“Inlets.- serve as reminders of the interconnectedness of creation and the ways in which God’s presence and provision permeate the world.”
Allotment: “The act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan”
Alliance: “a treaty between nations, or between individuals, for their mutual advantage.””
Ordained place: Angels ordained the law ( Gal 3:19 ), Moses appointed priests ( Heb 7:28 ), and David and Samuel appointed gatekeepers.1Chr 9:22.-“All those chosen as gatekeepers were two hundred and twelve. They were recorded by their genealogy, in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their trusted office.”
I was reminded today as well of a season in “The Chosen” series this part of this Psalm
Psalm 139:7-10 NIV
7
Where can I go from your Spirit?n
Where can I flee from your presence?
8
If I go up to the heavens, you are there;
if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
9
If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
if I settle on the far side of the sea,
10
even there your hand will guide me,
your right hand will hold me fast.
From the Bible
Deuteronomy 4:5-13 NIV
5 See, I have taught you decrees and laws as the Lord my God commanded me, so that you may follow them in the land you are entering to take possession of it. 6 Observe them carefully, for this will show your wisdom and understanding to the nations, who will hear about all these decrees and say, “Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.” 7 What other nation is so great as to have their gods near them the way the Lord our God is near us whenever we pray to him? 8 And what other nation is so great as to have such righteous decrees and laws as this body of laws I am setting before you today?
9 Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them. 10 Remember the day you stood before the Lord your God at Horeb, when he said to me, “Assemble the people before me to hear my words so that they may learn to revere me as long as they live in the land and may teach them to their children.” 11 You came near and stood at the foot of the mountain while it blazed with fire to the very heavens, with black clouds and deep darkness. 12 Then the Lord spoke to you out of the fire. You heard the sound of words but saw no form; there was only a voice. 13 He declared to you his covenant, the Ten Commandments, which he commanded you to follow and then wrote them on two stone tablets.
2 Corinthians 8:8-10 NIV
8 I am not commanding you, but I want to test the sincerity of your love by comparing it with the earnestness of others. 9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.
10 And here is my judgment about what is best for you in this matter. Last year you were the first not only to give but also to have the desire to do so.
2 Corinthians 2:5-17 NIV
Forgiveness for the Offender
5 If anyone has caused grief, he has not so much grieved me as he has grieved all of you to some extent—not to put it too severely. 6 The punishment inflicted on him by the majority is sufficient. 7 Now instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow. 8 I urge you, therefore, to reaffirm your love for him. 9 Another reason I wrote you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything. 10 Anyone you forgive, I also forgive. And what I have forgiven—if there was anything to forgive—I have forgiven in the sight of Christ for your sake, 11 in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.
Colossians 3:6-9 NIV
6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.[a] 7 You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8 But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices
Ephesians 6:10-24 NIV
The Armor of God
10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place,15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith,with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. 19 Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel
Ref
Bible Gateway
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KLove Radio(Laurie and Scott)
“Love Does” By Bob Goff
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