Month: March 2020

Christian Unity

Christian bothers and sisters, need to come together in unity, in the body of Christ. We are all in this together Christians and non-Christians. We need to be a positive witness to others. Currently in the state of the world, our words are speaking louder than our actions (rather than our actions speak louder than our words). James 1:22 – “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” NJKV. James 1:26 “If you claim to be religious but don’t control your tongue, you are fooling yourself, and your religion is worthless.” (NLT)

If you are a Christian and are bashing others and instead of lifting them up, shame on you! We need to uplift others, not tear the down. We need to pray, pray hard for those who have lost love ones, those who are fighting for their lives, those who have lost their jobs, the medical personnel, our President and his staff, the list goes on an on.

Remember Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. (ESV)

“A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on all God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm agains all the strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but agains even rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against the mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places……Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be present in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” Ephesians 6:10-12, 18 (NLT)

Are You Ready?

In world’s current situation, could this be the beginning of end times? We, as Christians, are called to share the Gospel of Salvation. Simply put, “….Believe in the Lord, Jesus, and you will be saved…” Acts 16:31 (ESV)

Paul says in his second letter to Timothy “I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by His appearing and his kingdom; preach the Word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke and exhort; with complete patience and teaching. For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away fro listening to the Truth and wander off into myths. As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.” 2 Timothy 4:1-5 (ESV)

Safety Tips during Coronavirus Social Distancing

If you have to go somewhere for any reason, remember the coronavirus can live on hard surfaces for a week according to infectious disease physicians. 

Should you need to go to a restroom, use a tissue to turn the door knob. Use an elbow to cut on and off the light switch. Wash your hands at least 20 seconds. Use a tissue or paper towel to open the door to leave the restroom. For an extra measure after leaving the restroom, use hand sanitizer. 

If you are at a doctor’s office, bring your own pen to sign in (who knows how many people have touched that pen at the office!). Avoid touching the counters. at the appointment desk. In the waiting room, if possible sit away from other people. 

If you are in a restaurant, sanitize your hands after reading the menu (again, who knows how many people have held that menu). 

At the grocery store, use the wipes provide at many places to sanitize the buggy handle. I have started wearing gloves at the store, especially when selecting items and checking out. 

Think about your mail and packages. Who knows how many people handle these items. Wash your hands/sanitize after opening your mail, bringing in your groceries. 

When at the gas station, use a glove to handle the gas pumps and touch screens, and always sanitize after taking off your gloves.

This may sound a little paranoid, but I think these tips are small things we can to to be safer.

Psalms 56:3 “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in You.” NLT