–Theodore Roosevelt:

Every thinking man, when he thinks, realizes that the teachings of the Bible are so interwoven and entwined with our whole civic and social live that it would be literally–I do not mean figuratively, but literally–impossible for us to figure what that loss would be if these teachings were removed.  We would lose all the standards by which we now judge both public and private morals; all the standards towards which we, with more or less resolution, strive to raise ourselves.

–Calvin Coolidge

If American democracy is to remain the greatest hope of humanity, it must continue abundantly in the faith of the Bible.

–Ronald Reagan

We’re blessed to have (the Bible’s) words of strength, comfort, and truth.  I’m accused of being simplistic at times with some of the problems that confront us.  But I’ve often wondered:  Within the covers of the single Book are all the answers to all the problems that face us today, if we’d only look there. “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth, but the word of our God shall stand forever.”  I hope Americans will read and study the Bible in (the coming year).  It’s my firm belief that the enduring values, as I say presented in its pages have a great meaning for each of us and for our nation.  The bible can touch our hearts, order our minds, refresh our souls.

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For wisdom and cohesiveness to characterize the teamwork of the President-and Vice President-Elect.

How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!  Psalm 133:1

Lord God, You know all hearts and You discern our motives in ways we cannot know.  You are wise and good and truthful in all things, and You bring together that which can easily be torn apart.  You love unity and in Your triune nature, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, You are a holy personification of what you desire for all himan relationships.

Today we ask that you bring oneness to our President and Vice President-Elect.  give them unity in all they do, from national policy to work in Congress, to respect for each other. Let them experience a pleasure they did not anticipate, and a joy they could not experience if they were divided and contentious.  We give You glory for this, in the name of Christ our Lord, Amen

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November 19, 1863–Gettysburg Address

That from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion, that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation under God, and that government of the people by the people and for the people shall not perish from the earth.

63 days left until inauguration day.

For the President-Elect to be patient in every endeavor.

The end of a matter is better than its begining, and patience is better than pride.  Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger resides in the lap of fools.–Ecclesiastes 7:8-9

Holy God, all wisdomand knowledge begin with You.  you alone hold eternity and truth in Your hands.  Discernment comes from You and You see and know all motives and purposes.  You are awesome and wise, and we begin by recognizing and praising Your authority and knowledge.

Lord, it is sometimes our nature to respond with fury rather than restraint in times of stress or trouble.  but God, we also know that through You we can do all things, even those things that go directly against our nature.  We ask you to do this work now in our Porsident Elect, and make him a man of caution, reason and prespective.  Enabe him, O God, to be able to see the big picture, and to have a patient spirt that eschews pride and emotionalism.  Give him, Lord, Your patience, great and long suffering, in the name of Your Son Jesus Christ, Amen

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“I Pledge Allegiance”

Did you know that two very powerful beings are constantly pleading for your allegiance and trust.  The truth is–we can only pledge to ONE!  I bet you can guess who those beings are:  Our Great God, the Creator and Holy One and Satan.  These two beings are in a constant battle.

The Enemy:

• Satan-(mentioned 55 times in the bible)
• The devil-(35 times)
• great Dragon-(Revelation 12:9)
• god of this age-(II Corinthians 4:4)
• ruler of this world-(John 16:11)
• Lucifer-Isaiah 14:12-14
• prince of the power of the air-(Ephesians2:2)
• Adversary-devil-(I Peter 5:8)

• He was and still is the most powerful created being. (Ezekiel 28:11-19; Isaiah 6)
• He has one-third of the angels as his helpers (demons). (Revelation 12:4)
• he is not omniscient(all knowing). BUT-he does know the scriptures and believes in God.
• He is not omnipresent

Here is the Enemy’s Strategy

• He is continually trying to seduce believers to think incorrectly about themselves. (This is called PRIDE) Genesis 3:1-7; Deuteronomy 17
• He is continually trying to seduce believers to misrepresent the facts. (This is called LYING) John 8:44
• He is continually trying to seduce believers to be independent from God’s authority. (This is called ANARCHY) Isaiah 14:12-14

The Enemy’s Temptations

• COWARDICE- Fear in spiritual things.  II Timothy 1:7; I Peter 5:8
• BUSYBODY- Overly curious and meddling in anothers’ affairs. I Timothy 5:13-15
• DISAPPOINTMENT/DISCOURAGEMENT- A lack of trust in God’s resources during hardship and distress. II Corinthians 12:7-9
• LAZINESS- Spiritually inactive, satisfied to let the other perosn do God’s work.  I Timothy 5:11-15
• LYING- Misrepresenting the truth. Acts 5:4-6
• PRIDE- Self exaltation, self reliance or acting independently of God.  Isaiah 14:12-15
• STEALING- Taking of someone else’s belongings.  Ephesians 4:27-28
• GOSSIP- Accuse falsely and malicious intent.  II Corinthians 12:20
• UNFORGIVING ATTITUDE- Refusal to forgive another when they have confessed.  II Corinthians 2:10-11

How to have Victory over Satan

• Be in the Word!  The Battle is the Lords.  Matthew 4.
• Practice Humility.  You are the light of the world.  James 4:6-7
• Be serious and spiritually awake.  I Peter 5:8
• Armor UP!!  Ephesians 6:10-18

May you walk with the Lord and may He watch over you always!

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Everything

But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.  Philippians 4:19

I can do all things through Christ which strengthened me.  Philippians 4:13

And in that day ye shall ask me nothing.  Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you.  Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.  John 16:23,24

And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.  Matthew 21:22

Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.  Romans 8:37

Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray,. believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.  Mark 11:24

Therefore let no man glory in men.  For all things are yours;  Whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come; all are yours;  And ye are Christ’s and Christ is God’s.  I Corinthians 3:21-23

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.  Ephesians 1:3

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.  John 15:7

And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.  I John 3:22

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In the beauty of a snowflake

falling softly on the land

is the mystery

and the miracle

of God‘s great, creative hand.

In the tiny petal

of a tiny flower

that grew from a tiny pod

is the

miracle

and the

mystery

of all creation

and

GOD.

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64 days left until inauguration day

For justice and mercy to be in the forefront of concerns of the new administration.

He has showed You, O man, what is good.  and what does the Lord require of you?  To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with Your God.  Micah 6:8

Living Lord God, how I praise and thank You today that You have shown Your people what You desire from us.  In Your kindness and love You have pointed us toward You and Your righteousness.  Thank You for Your Word which lovingly reveals Your standards for the way we must live.  Thank You for being a holy and just God!

I bring the members of the new administration before you today, asking that they will burn with desire to please and honor You in all their ways.  may they long to do what You say is good, O Lord–to act justly, to live mercifully and to walk with You daily in humility and gentleness.  When they are tempted to bring You sacrifices, God, remind them that You show them what is truly good, and protect them from substitutes.  In Your holy name, Amen

What a Friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear!

What a privilege to carry – Everything to God in prayer!

O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear,

All because we do not carry – Everything to God in prayer

Have we trials and temptations?  Is there trouble anywhere?

We should never be discouraged – Take it to the Lord in prayer!

Can we find a friend so faithful – Who will all our sorrows share?

Jesus knows our every weakness – Take it to the Lord in prayer,

Are we weak and heavy laden, Cumbered with a load of care?

Precious Savior, still our refuge – Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?  Take it to the Lord in prayer;

In His arms He;ll take and shield thee-  Thou wilt find a solace there.