THE LANGUAGE OF HEAVEN:PART 1

In the word of God we are commanded to do everything to the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31).And talking is part of "everything".Do we,by our speech,characterise the character of God,the character of love?Jesus came to live on earth and we told he words that were fitted for every season.Nowhere do we find him expressing any impatience in his speech nor any unkindness or anger.We are told his words were full of love and compassion,regardless of how he felt or was going through.

His speech was always "edifying and full of truth".And as Christ's followers we are to walk every path he took;even in our speech.I'm grateful to God for revealing this to me as I need reformation of speech.When I think in the past,I'm ashamed that I have spoked rudely to my brother or to my mum.But I thank God that he is helping me even in this area.

There's instances when I've seen parents shout and call their children "stupid" or just speaking in an unkind manner and this is always hurtful to watch.SOP goes on to say Christ is hurt and displeased when hurtful,spoken when words are spoken to little children or to anyone for that matter.In the word of God we are told about heaven and how angels always praise God.In heaven sin doesn't pervade there and there is no intolerance or hurtful words uttered there.And if we want to make it to heaven,we then have to prepare our speech now.

Our speech is a testimony on it own.When Peter denied Christ,we are told his speech revealed that he had been with Christ.Can people say that about us?Or we are the first to curse,critisise and speak in anger?Are even considerate of others?

If we are to have peace and joy in this world full of misery,then our words should be well calculated.We will even give account of our words,when Jesus comes (Revelation 22:12).And God is able to help each when of us to speak pure,edifying,kind words.

Let us prayerfully consider this passgage of scripture:

" Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen."~Ephesians 4:29

"Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."-Colossians 4:6

^" Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."-Ephesians 4:32.Kindness is also expressed in words!

May David's prayer be ours as well: "Set a guard over my mouth, Lord;
    keep watch over the door of my lips."-Psalm 141:3





"Our words should be words of praise and thanksgiving. If the mind and heart are full of the love of God, this will be revealed in the conversation." COL 338.

Learning to depend on God ENTIRELY,and on those He uses to provide for my needs

TESTIMONY TIME!

I am somewhat convinced that God is teaching me two major lessons this year:to depend on him entirely and to wait on Him!


So,Uni has just started and I still do not have everything I need for my schooling-textbooks etc;but most of them are online.So,I'm not lagging behind.But one thing I really needed was a labcoat for my practicals.Without a lab coat you cannot do your practicals and attendance is compulsory.I have two every week.

Last week I borrowed a labcoat from my flatmate and all went well.But this week I did not have the courage to borrow it-such things really don't come easy to me.This week I took a risk and went to my monday prac without one.I was told to wear it next time.Afternoon I wanted to practise what I had learnt in the lab session in the morning;but I was not allowed.

Wednesday came and still I did not borrow a lab coat.I went there  worried and all.But guess what?We were doing anatomical positions and directions,so the prac did not require any lab coats.Isn't God just wonderful?Just how things work on our favour at times?

So,today I attended my lectures for fundamentals of nursing and in this class we sit in groups.There's one lady I really get along with-married with kids:).Anyway,at the end of the lecture she asked about my labcoat situation.I told her I still didn't have the money to buy it,but I'll ask my flatmate to borrow me hers for this upcoming week.She then offers me money to buy it and tells me I do not have to pay her back.

I hesitated but I just had to accept.I could kiss her!I didn't believe this was happening-I thanked her profusely:).God bless her soul.And above all,I thank God for making means for what really stressed me.

I must say,I've never experienced such kindness from a stranger.I'm just touched by such and how I pray that when I work,or have money,I'll help those who are genuinely in need.



As I keep trusting!

Little acts of kindness

Most of us have the idea that one needs money to express kindness,but this isn't true.You need nothing.I am learning that there are many ways to express kindness.For example:
If you are computer literate,you can offer to help those who are familiar with a computer.
-You can also teach young kids how to read,write,and calculate
-If you're a university student,you can print for someone who cannot afford prinitng credits
-You can visit the eldery people from your church or around where you stay,just to check on them
-You can help babysit/go clean for an old lady
-You can relieve a mother from church by looking after her children
-You can give away clothes you rarely wear
-You can explain a particular concept that your fellow student finds hard to understand
-Or just offer an ear to listen;and I could go on and on

So,not having money is NOT an excuse for not expressing kindness and doing good to others.

*As I learn

THE LESSONS GOD IS TEACHING ME: PART 2

I personally hate being a burden to the extent that I find it hard to ask or to receive help. But last week’s experience has taught me that in life we need each other and you won’t always be the one that offers help.

I was staying with a friend’s family until I could move out. Initially, it was hard because I had never stayed with strangers and depend on them for food and shelter. But as I look back, I agree that:” one cannot give unless they have received.” I now know what it’s like to be on the receiving end and I have the intense desire to help where I can.

It is my earnest prayer that, if Jesus delays, my home will be home not only to family but to those that need help.

This experience has also taught me how to live with others. You can imagine someone who’s used of living with one sibling. But all in all, I enjoyed my stay and I learnt how to share. This experience has also taught me that God allows us to meet certain individuals so that we can be strengthened in our Christian journey. The family I stayed with had an hour long study and for the first time in my life I really looked forward to the evening devotion.

I can proudly say that I've gained a family in Cape Town :).And it is my prayer that God revives a spirit of humility, kindness, love and more amongst us Christians because by so doing others will be drawn to Christ.