Thursday, October 29, 2009

A Season of Change

The other day I was driving towards Stafford on I-95 and noticed how the trees and leaves were changing. It was an awesome sight to see the different colors blend. Just a couple of months ago, we were looking at the same trees and leaves and they were all pretty and green. However, there was a shift in the weather, which caused the change in colors to occur. Many times, we experience “temperature changes” in our lives; we encounter the same changes that the leaves encounter. Some of you, like me, will go through a season of trials and tribulations; some will encounter a season pain and suffering; some will experience a season of ups-and-downs; and others a season of peace, joy, and happiness. The amazing thing about seasons is the fact that the season inevitable changes. The season is here but only for a short period of time.

I have discovered through all my seasons -- whatever they may be – that I will not allow any season to derail my connection to God. To be quite honest, I have determined those seasons are necessary in order for me to move forward in the things of God. All changes are relevant in our lives because they display our character. We find out what we are really made of and how to make the necessary adjustments to stay on course. To those that are currently in a season of change, remember God has your back! No matter how it looks, I am telling you that God will change you for the better. Even if you don’t feel loved, He loves you… even with all the stuff and baggage you carry he wants you to know that your change is coming.

Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron

Monday, October 5, 2009

Putting Your Priorities in Place

Each day I begin my day writing things I need to accomplish… a “To-Do” list if you will. I prioritize every task in order to ensure that I stay on track. While this may seem a bit over the top for some, for me it’s how I stay focused and on track. The first priority on my list is praying, praising, and reading God's word. It seems the older I get the faster time goes by. Sometimes it feels like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done. Everyone has so much going on and it seems that we can never get ahead, if its not one thing it’s another, but we must remember that sometimes we need to set priorities in our life. We need parameters; we need to re-focus our thoughts, direction and objectives. Our first priority is to have a personal relationship with God; this is the key to having it all. God wants to have a personal relationship with you, he wants to spend time with you, he wants to go places with you, and he wants quality time with you. I encourage you to spend time with God each day by reading His Word, praying, worshipping and meditating. Jesus says, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”, when you put God first in your life he has promised that other things you desire, want or need will be added to your life. What a wonderful way to live your life, making God your priority in everything you do!

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Pastor Ron