Monday Scripture Encouragement

Hi ladies! Life has been crazy lately! I started college, and that has eaten up a ton of my time, but I want to keep posting here, so we're going to have some Monday scripture encouragement today, which is perfect because it is the start of a new month! September! It's also Labor Day, so I hope you guys are enjoying a no-school day, or just a day that you get to spend with family. I also want to let you guys know that I am reading a book that a friend highly recommended--And the Bride Wore White. So far it is really good, and I may do a review when I finish it. Anywho, here is the scripture encouragement for today!

I encourage you to read the entire chapter of Ephesians 4. While going through some stuff, this chapter was in my scheduled reading, and it really spoke to me and applied to my situation. It's such an important thing that we need to remember. But I'm just going to share a couple scriptures from this chapter.

Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. Be ye angry and sin not" let not the sun go down upon your wrath: ~ Ephesians 4:26

And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. ~ Ephesians 4:32

 There are so many great scriptures in this chapter encouraging believers in their relationships with others, and urging them not to grieve the holy Spirit of God. And... well there's a lot here. You should read it. Please do.

 

Monday Scripture Encouragement

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." ~ Proverbs 3:5-6

 It seems so silly that people find the Bible hard to understand when it is written out so clearly for all of us to see and learn and apply to our lives. Take this scripture for example. It promises that if you trust God with your whole heart, instead of trying to understand things yourself, and you give glory to Him and acknowledge Him, He WILL direct you path! 

 I think sometimes we try to learn things by ourselves instead of praying for the Lord to provide us with understanding. But He is so amazing and holds the answers to so many Biblical truths and understanding. 

 

Eighteen

I know, I know, I'm terrible. Please forgive me for my lack of posts as I try to organize my thoughts... my own blog has been suffering some as well. I'm going to try to make some videos in the future, and I was wondering... what kind of things would you like to see videos about? Cooking, crafting, scripture talks... songs? We want this ministry to be the best blessing it can be to all of you, to glorify the Lord.

 I've just had my eighteenth birthday, and it seems like such a strange thing. There are so many complex things to figure out. You have to sign your own things, and are no supposedly allowed to do things illegal when you were younger.

 Let's just think about that for a moment.

 If something is given to us as wrong when we are ten, or fourteen... isn't it still wrong for us when we're eighteen?

 When you're given the power of decision and adulthood, this means you now have to do things yourself. You can't always lean on your parents. And in a Christian sense, when you grow as a Christian you have to see things from a more matured perspective. And it can be hard.

 You may face trials, you may face the consequences that come from being an adult. But you will also face an ability to use your newfound freedom to serve God, and you know that He will always be there for you!

He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved .  In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.  Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity.~ Psalms 62:6-9

 

And It Came to Pass...

 Hello everyone! I'm so sorry about my absence. Life has been crazy for this high school senior. I hope that all of you have been well! To kick off my first post in a long time, I've decided to do another Scripture Encouragement Monday!

 With the day most Christians celebrate the birth of Christ quickly approaching, I think it would be nice to reflect on a verse or more talking about this momentous occasion.

 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
  And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of        David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. ~ Luke 2:1-7

  In these verses we learn about Jesus' earthly parents, Joseph and Mary. We see pretty quickly that Mary is heavy with child, but still they have to travel to Joseph's hometown, which is a pretty long journey for someone who is about to give birth, to pay taxes. They make it to the town, but soon after Mary goes into labor. The Inn keeper has no room for them, so they find themselves in a stable, where Mary gives birth, her baby's cradle turning out to be a manger. 

 What a thought! Jesus all through His ministry on earth showed great humbleness, and it was shown from the beginning when he was born in a humble stable, surrounded by animals. Jesus was the meekest man ever while he was on earth, and we should follow His example!

 This is pretty short, but I hope it gives you a bit to think about. Next week, we'll continue further. Also, is there any sort of topic you would like to see discussed on APOC? Post it below, and we'll do what we can to cover it!!! :) 

 

Scripture Inspiration

 Hello girls! It's time for October Scripture Encouragement! Today I'm going to share a very common group of verses, one you've probably memorized in Sunday School. But they are really good verses that we should remember.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. ~ Psalm 23

 You know now what I'm talking about when I say you've probably memorized this? 

I love this chapter. I often quote it if I'm feeling nervous, or anything like that. God is so good to us, He IS our shepherd. All of the things in this scripture are true. I encourage you to really think on these verses. They are so wonderful. Don't forget to praise the Lord for everything he's done, and for everything said in these scriptures. 

 Have a wonderful day!

 

Monday Scripture Encouragement

 I've decided to post an encouraging scripture every once in awhile. I can give you all the advice I can think of, but all of it boils down to God's word, and sometimes that can explain it better than anything. I encourage you to meditate on this scripture, and think about how it might apply to your life. God bless!

 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. 

Philippians 4:8

 Think about the things that go into our life. Are they edifying to us in anyway?