What is the essence of crying out in the wilderness? What comfort can be derived from such an utterance?
What of the outcome of such proclamation of words?
The cry out, is deferring to the power of a higher authority. The comforter is being aware of help that can come from a source greater than self. It has the propensity to make straight the road in a "dessert of the wilderness". A wilderness that can become a pathway to exalt valleys; make mountain and hills lower; crooked road to be made straight, and make rough spots smoother.
The clincher is the source of your "Strength". That being said, even the strongest of us get tired at times, but the power of a higher authority and strength never diminish. The youth who is full of vigor shall faint and be weary, young men shall ultimately fall; but those who wait on the Lord; shall "renew their strength". Albeit, as we mount-up and soar like eagles. When we do, one shall run; and not be weary, and one shall walk, and not be faint.
Never become too tired or too busy to listen and help others. Always be aware to know who is your source of strength, and most importantly; where it comes from. When life is closing in or crushing you and you cannot seem to find or go another step. Remember, you need only knock, seek or ask, and it shall be given to you. And when you do just that-the annuals of the channels of the source of power shall be available to you. Through that process; God can renew your 'Strength". This will translate to the "words of comfort"-that is the ultimate comforter...
Reverend Steve Braxton
Author: The Road That Is Difficult To Travel
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
OBEY: Where are you not obeying God?
How do you start obeying:
It might be acknowledging and confessing your sins
It may be reconciling with self and others
Where are you not "Obeying?"
Is it "Forgiveness?"
Is it "Pride" or "Cavalier Arrogance?"
Is it "Destruction" of others and relationships. When you do it to the least of these....
It might be acknowledging and confessing your sins
It may be reconciling with self and others
Where are you not "Obeying?"
Is it "Forgiveness?"
Is it "Pride" or "Cavalier Arrogance?"
Is it "Destruction" of others and relationships. When you do it to the least of these....
On-Point Insights: To Obey is better than Sacrifice...
On-Point Insights: To Obey is better than Sacrifice...: "In the old Testament Bible it grieved Samuel heart that King Saul was disobedient to God. Because Saul did not obey God, and even lied about..."
To Obey is better than Sacrifice...
In the old Testament Bible it grieved Samuel heart that King Saul was disobedient to God. Because Saul did not obey God, and even lied about it-which rendered it a "Sin". And so; God regret that he had made Saul a King.You see In the context that Saul committed the "Sin"; he did not follow God's Instructions. Which means he missed the mark. He did not do the things that God decreed him to do. God said, "It repenteth me" causing him to regret the favor Kingship bestowed upon Saul. (1 Sam 15:10-12)
In building the Kingdom of God. You shant not build a monument unto your self; but do it; in Honor of God.
Now, we all sin and fall short of the glory of God. We are just sinners but for his "Grace" we are saved. If you should sin, and we all do; its important not to hide it. Whatever, is done in darkness; will eventually come the the light. And if you think nobody will know, if you hide it from others-just remember God always know.
To love God is to obey him, his will, his ways, and his desires. The goal is; always obey what we know. We are creatures of habit. We don't always obey what we know. When we know better-we should better.When we don't there is consequences for our sins. In the end, obedience is more than sacrifice.
We need not think about doing any heavy physical things for God. What God wants: Is for us to to listen for his instructions and to obey them, in doing so; we obey him.
The results shall be: God revealing himself to us-for a deeper and better relationship with him
In building the Kingdom of God. You shant not build a monument unto your self; but do it; in Honor of God.
Now, we all sin and fall short of the glory of God. We are just sinners but for his "Grace" we are saved. If you should sin, and we all do; its important not to hide it. Whatever, is done in darkness; will eventually come the the light. And if you think nobody will know, if you hide it from others-just remember God always know.
To love God is to obey him, his will, his ways, and his desires. The goal is; always obey what we know. We are creatures of habit. We don't always obey what we know. When we know better-we should better.When we don't there is consequences for our sins. In the end, obedience is more than sacrifice.
We need not think about doing any heavy physical things for God. What God wants: Is for us to to listen for his instructions and to obey them, in doing so; we obey him.
The results shall be: God revealing himself to us-for a deeper and better relationship with him
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Resurrection Celebration is Here!!! "He Has Risen, and is He "Alive!!!"
Have you had the pleasure to experience Jesus in the daily faith walk of your Life? Are you enjoying a relationship with The Father, in the name of Jesus?
That inquiring statement is a subtle but intentional exclamation and/or proclamation of the Resurrection-and what most of us refer to as: Easter, which is a Pagan expression for the Resurrection. Meaning: he has "Risen" and is 'Alive!'
At this juncture in ancient time, it had been almost two months since the crucifixion of Jesus, two months since Mary's Little Baby Boy, God's only begotten Son; had been executed by the Roman Soldiers. Many did not believe in Jesus as a Messiah and the Savior. To them he was nothing more than a momentary blimp on the screen of time; another religious fanatic; who had come and gone. Pilate washed his hands of taking any responsibility for the death of Jesus. The Pharisees were glad to get rid of him. The masses of people no longer cared because he was not the political leader they had hoped for; this view was even pervasive among some of the his disciples who walked with him on a daily basis. In spite of the fact that they witness first hand, the healing, signs, wonders, and manifestation of miracles.
Yet when Peter and John came to town; in hind sight; it did not take them long, to have a realization they had been with Jesus, the only Begotten Son of God. Who indeed, was the Messiah-the one that was sent to save, redeem, and restore man in a right relationship with God-The-Father.
After Jesus rose form the tomb, went to greet them, and ascended up to Heaven. One could see from the countenance on these men faces, which had a "Radiance of Jesus". So much so; one could a felt presence of Jesus as it was all around, and in was also in the resonance and intonation of their voices.
Jesus was a remarkable person in the flesh, and also in the Deity of the spirit-a duality personification by God almighty. His persona was; and is; the epitome of a model that Jesus hoped we as followers would emulate on our faith journey. Jesus always took the time to give attention to; and comfort individuals.
As you read the N.T. Gospels-and witness them unfold. Here you see the numerous encounters Jesus had with people on the wayside of his earthen journey. He was never too big; too burdened, nor was he ever too busy to encounter, encourage, touch or heal individuals. For example; the lame man at the temple gate, the woman with the issue of blood, Dorcas daughter, or the woman at the well.
If we are to be genuine Jesus followers-it is imperative that we mirror his vision. Whose telescopic view took in the whole world. And his microscopic in-sight included all mankind-it was an inclusive aberration. His view of the world was not; monoscopic but rather Kaleidoscopic-he saw everything all at the same time.
Reverend Steve Braxton
Minister, Life Coach & Minister
Author: The Road That Is Difficult To Travel copyright@2006
That inquiring statement is a subtle but intentional exclamation and/or proclamation of the Resurrection-and what most of us refer to as: Easter, which is a Pagan expression for the Resurrection. Meaning: he has "Risen" and is 'Alive!'
At this juncture in ancient time, it had been almost two months since the crucifixion of Jesus, two months since Mary's Little Baby Boy, God's only begotten Son; had been executed by the Roman Soldiers. Many did not believe in Jesus as a Messiah and the Savior. To them he was nothing more than a momentary blimp on the screen of time; another religious fanatic; who had come and gone. Pilate washed his hands of taking any responsibility for the death of Jesus. The Pharisees were glad to get rid of him. The masses of people no longer cared because he was not the political leader they had hoped for; this view was even pervasive among some of the his disciples who walked with him on a daily basis. In spite of the fact that they witness first hand, the healing, signs, wonders, and manifestation of miracles.
Yet when Peter and John came to town; in hind sight; it did not take them long, to have a realization they had been with Jesus, the only Begotten Son of God. Who indeed, was the Messiah-the one that was sent to save, redeem, and restore man in a right relationship with God-The-Father.
After Jesus rose form the tomb, went to greet them, and ascended up to Heaven. One could see from the countenance on these men faces, which had a "Radiance of Jesus". So much so; one could a felt presence of Jesus as it was all around, and in was also in the resonance and intonation of their voices.
Jesus was a remarkable person in the flesh, and also in the Deity of the spirit-a duality personification by God almighty. His persona was; and is; the epitome of a model that Jesus hoped we as followers would emulate on our faith journey. Jesus always took the time to give attention to; and comfort individuals.
As you read the N.T. Gospels-and witness them unfold. Here you see the numerous encounters Jesus had with people on the wayside of his earthen journey. He was never too big; too burdened, nor was he ever too busy to encounter, encourage, touch or heal individuals. For example; the lame man at the temple gate, the woman with the issue of blood, Dorcas daughter, or the woman at the well.
If we are to be genuine Jesus followers-it is imperative that we mirror his vision. Whose telescopic view took in the whole world. And his microscopic in-sight included all mankind-it was an inclusive aberration. His view of the world was not; monoscopic but rather Kaleidoscopic-he saw everything all at the same time.
Reverend Steve Braxton
Minister, Life Coach & Minister
Author: The Road That Is Difficult To Travel copyright@2006
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Jesus' Proclaimed to Apostle Paul, "My Grace Is Sufficient!!"....
When apostle Paul was experiencing, what he called: A thrown in his side. He asked Jesus to remove it.
It seems that Paul was very anxious to get it done, so he kept asking Jesus. He did so; several times.
When Jesus finally answered, these were the words: Paul, don't you know my Grace is Sufficient!!!
What exactly did Jesus mean? How do you think Paul comprehended the answer?
Well, I want to share some insights upon the situation. While in Seminary, we spent and in ardent amount
of time learning to "Exegete" words of the biblical text. Which translate to the ultimate interpretation of words and passages of scripture.
When Jesus made the statement: "My grace is sufficient". He was relating to the capacity of his power indwelt in him by God Almighty. The sufficiency proclamation means: My power has been made perfect for you.
Just know that God's power, in the name of Jesus, is almighty, everlasting and forever.
In the sufficiency genre, it is not just enough, but more-than-enough, it is in the "Land of Plenty"
God always have our best interest at heart; because he knows us best, he is our manufacturer, that right ,
he made us in his image and after his likeness. God is our King-The King of Glory!!
Just who is this King of Glory?. He is the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. The Lord of hosts, he is, The King of Glory (Psalm 24:8-10)
It seems that Paul was very anxious to get it done, so he kept asking Jesus. He did so; several times.
When Jesus finally answered, these were the words: Paul, don't you know my Grace is Sufficient!!!
What exactly did Jesus mean? How do you think Paul comprehended the answer?
Well, I want to share some insights upon the situation. While in Seminary, we spent and in ardent amount
of time learning to "Exegete" words of the biblical text. Which translate to the ultimate interpretation of words and passages of scripture.
When Jesus made the statement: "My grace is sufficient". He was relating to the capacity of his power indwelt in him by God Almighty. The sufficiency proclamation means: My power has been made perfect for you.
Just know that God's power, in the name of Jesus, is almighty, everlasting and forever.
In the sufficiency genre, it is not just enough, but more-than-enough, it is in the "Land of Plenty"
God always have our best interest at heart; because he knows us best, he is our manufacturer, that right ,
he made us in his image and after his likeness. God is our King-The King of Glory!!
Just who is this King of Glory?. He is the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. The Lord of hosts, he is, The King of Glory (Psalm 24:8-10)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Some Elements of "Mentorship" for youth & young adults
As we come along side to connect, and touch our youths and young adults in positive ways. Its important that all understanding on both sides is shared for "raising the bar results" We must delve into the Physical, Social, Spiritual, and wisdom aspects of life's developmental attributes and depth of dimensions
>Physical-impact the Bodies
>Social-statue of the well of the young people
>Wisdom-fortify the neutron of the brain to equipped and empower the minds
>Spiritual-embrace the minds to indwell the spirit for inner peace, serenity and contentment
Reverend Steve Braxton
Coordinator
Lawndale Christian Legal Center
-Mentoring Plus Jobs/Careers for youths and young Adults
>Physical-impact the Bodies
>Social-statue of the well of the young people
>Wisdom-fortify the neutron of the brain to equipped and empower the minds
>Spiritual-embrace the minds to indwell the spirit for inner peace, serenity and contentment
Reverend Steve Braxton
Coordinator
Lawndale Christian Legal Center
-Mentoring Plus Jobs/Careers for youths and young Adults
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