As we come to the end of the 2008, Let us reflect upon all the things that have happened this year, whether good or bad. We may not understand why God allow certain things to happen but we can be sure that everything is of God's perfect plan. As for the good things, we can only stand in awe of God and thank Him.
"God has plans for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you a hope and a future" Jeremiah 29:11
That verse is an all time favorite verse for me as I know and is certain that everything that happened is of God's plan and He never meant to hurt me. Do you believe that God has good plans for you? Through our faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior, we become heirs to God's kingdom (Romans 8:17). The details of our inheritance are found in the Bible, which is God's "will" and testament to us. It was ratified by Christ's death (the testator). As heirs, we can claim this inheritance in Christ today. We don't have to wait until we die to receive the good things God has for us.
God has given us the Holy Spirit to teach us what is in the will for us – the things He "has freely given to us." As we read the Bible, the Holy Spirit will quicken our minds and understanding to the spiritual truths in it. Apart from God, nobody can fully understand or know God's plans for us. However, since we have God's Spirit living in us, we can know and understand His plans for us!
If we listen to the Spirit and read the Bible, we'll know how to best enjoy the things that God has freely given us. God's blessings are to be enjoyed both now and in eternity by those who love Him. This doesn't mean that our lives are going to be trouble-free and painless. As Jesus explained to His disciples, "I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). As we experience trouble in the world, we can fix our eyes on eternal perspectives. The troubles and trials we go through now will help build character, patience and perseverance that will help us complete His mission for our lives.
As we celebrate Christmas, lets rejoice because we know that we are in good hands, the hands of the Almighty God!
Look forward to!:
A brand new 2009! Detonate will be in for new wave:):) Will you be there to catch the tide?
This Week @ Detonate:
We thank God for the great REVIVAL MEETING we had on last sunday! With this fresh fire that God has deposited with Detonate, let's start with casting our visions to the type of catch we wanna hold onto! Be there at 430pm sharp and your expectant hearts O ye people:):) It's VISION CASTING Saturday!
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Thank You Lord for keeping this ministry. We pray that in all our ways, deeds, and words Detonate will grow to honour You. Remember Your people and Your promises O Lord! Make us fruitful we pray:)