Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 1 May 2012

Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 1 May 2012

In the end so what In this new series we are going to take the time to examine the things we do, care about, desire, want, and realise in the end so what! We will also take the time to examine the things we do, care about, desire, want so badly, and realise in the end; it is worth more than gold and what money can buy. Before we even embark on this new series, let us take this opportunity to really examine and look at everything we have done so far, achieved, and accomplished. What does God say? If we continue on the same path where will it lead us? 1 Timothy 6:6-10 But godliness with contentment is great gain. FOR WE BROUGHT NOTHING INTO THE WORLD, AND WE CAN TAKE NOTHING OUT OF IT. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. People who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge men into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. 1 Timothy 6:7 sums up the entire purpose of this series. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. We may gain wealth beyond our wildest dream, but in the end so what! We may be able to afford not one private jet, but two; however, in the end so what. No matter how hard we try, we can take nothing out of this world the day we breathe our last. There is one goal, desire, and prayer that I am seeking God for in this new series. That we would ALL be able to have 1 Timothy 6:6 in each and every day of life; even through the ups and downs and the bumps along the way. Why? Because this is true gain and meaning in life! Let us desires godliness with contentment. This is great gain. � 2012 Lee Shaun Tzen

Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 16 Dec 2011

Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 16 Dec 2011

Nailed to the cross - the unknown the uncertain Hebrews 6:16-20 Men swear by someone greater than themselves, and the oath confirms what is said and puts an end to all argument. Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of His promise very clear to the heirs of what was promised, He confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope offered to us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek. There is one thing in life that we can be certain of - Jesus Christ our Lord will return. Jesus is our anchor for our souls. Only our Lord Jesus Christ plants us firmly and securely even through the uncertainties of life. However, everything else in life is uncertain. Life is definitely filled with surprises, twists, and turns. Today, the Lord our God wants us to nail our uncertainties and the unknowns to the cross with confidence. It is time we trust everything to God and let Him lead. 1 Timothy 6:17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. If we cannot comprehend the importance in nailing our uncertainties and unknowns to the cross, then I believe we are still trying to control and lead our own lives. Everything done in our own hands does not please God no matter how perfect we may try to be. When we are able to nail everything to the cross of Jesus, this is when we are prepared for whatever is thrown our way; especially the surprises. Surprises in life hits us when we least expected it, at an hour unknown, and when many of us are unprepared. Those who have and know how to nail everything to the cross will be able to respond righteously, with God by our side and leading us every step of the way. However, those who do not nail their uncertainties to the cross will face every single battle not knowing if their steps forward glorifies God or not. The time and date of our death is unknown, when we will walk into our promise, destiny and calling is also unknown. If we do not know how to nail everything to the cross, then it will be very hard to understand and know what is important to God. Time is held in the hands of God and He leads and directs our every step forward. The promises of God over our lives never return void. His promises are yes and amen. It is never easy to walk and live in uncertainty which is why nailing our uncertain moments to the cross of Jesus is so important. There will always be times of uncertainty. Uncertain moments in life can either fill our hearts with doubt, hesitation, and ambiguity, or we can live every day fulfilled and with complete fullness because Jesus Christ our Lord leads our every step. The choice of how we live is ours, I pray we would make the right decision. � 2011 Lee Shaun Tzen

Thank you for reading these devotionals and I will be away for one week

Dear faithful readers of this daily devotional,

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to read these devotions. I am writing this email to inform you that I will be away for one week. I am not sure if I will have access to the Internet, but I will do my very best to continue to send out these daily words faithfully.

It is my prayer that God would continue to bless you and your family. We are drawing to the end of 2011 and I pray we would get excited for 2012. Let us stand firmly planted and rooted in God's Holy Word.

Once again, thank you for taking the time out of your schedules to read these devotions.

Merry Christmas!

Lee Shaun Tzen

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 18 Jun 2010

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 18 Jun 2010 Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

Father, we pray for all nations going through war and persecution. We pray for Your power to reign and rule. We bind the works of the enemy right now. We render him powerless by the blood of Jesus. Lord Jesus we pray that nations would stand firm upon Your laws which have stood firm through the ages. We pray for men and women of righteousness to be used and raised up for such a time as this. Father, restoration will not take place if we do things our way and out of human ability. Restoration can only take place through the work of our Lord. Today, we pray for nations to bow their knees in complete surrender to You. The enemy is living, at work, and will do everything in his power to confuse us, steal, kill, and destroy. But our Father is here! His blood will change this world. In Jesus Name we pray, amen.

Father, we pray right now that our hearts would be driven towards making a difference in the lives of those who are poor and in need. I am reminded today of the Old Testament. You reminded us not to be selfish to leave enough food for the poor in our fields. Leviticus 19:9 When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Do not go over your vineyard a second time or pick up the grapes that have fallen. Leave them for the poor and the alien. I am the Lord your God. Father I pray we would desire hearts of compassion for the poor, in need, and those who are critically ill. In the name of Jesus, we pray that we would begin to hear Your voice. Hear Your cries. Father, we pray that we would be used by You. In Jesus name we pray, amen.

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 17 Jun 2010

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 17 Jun 2010 Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

Father, we pray for all nations going through war and persecution. We pray for Your power to reign and rule. We bind the works of the enemy right now. We render him powerless by the blood of Jesus. Lord Jesus we pray that nations would stand firm upon Your laws which have stood firm through the ages. We pray for men and women of righteousness to be used and raised up for such a time as this. Father, restoration will not take place if we do things our way and out of human ability. Restoration can only take place through the work of our Lord. Today, we pray for nations to bow their knees in complete surrender to You. The enemy is living, at work, and will do everything in his power to confuse us, steal, kill, and destroy. But our Father is here! His blood will change this world. In Jesus Name we pray, amen.

Father, we pray right now that our hearts would be driven towards making a difference in the lives of those who are poor and in need. I am reminded today of the Old Testament. You reminded us not to be selfish to leave enough food for the poor in our fields. Leviticus 19:9 When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Do not go over your vineyard a second time or pick up the grapes that have fallen. Leave them for the poor and the alien. I am the Lord your God. Father I pray we would desire hearts of compassion for the poor, in need, and those who are critically ill. In the name of Jesus, we pray that we would begin to hear Your voice. Hear Your cries. Father, we pray that we would be used by You. In Jesus name we pray, amen.

Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 17 Jun 2010

Words of Encouragement for Every New Day ~ 17 Jun 2010

Come follow me-He leads us to our destiny Psalm 103:14-16 For He knows how we are formed, He remembers that we are dust. As for man, his days are like grass, he flourishes like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. When our Father calls us to follow Him, He is leading us to our destiny. He is telling us what we are supposed to do. He is challenging us to live lives obedient to Him. I pray we would be constantly reminded that our Father does not need us to fulfil His will. The Lord our God wants to remind us, as much as He loves us-it does not give us the right to be self-centred. If we will not obey Him, He will use someone else. Our destiny is ours and ours alone. However, if we cannot allow God to lead us then we are throwing away everything God created. God formed us. He spent time creating us, the way we are, and everything inside us. I wonder how many of God creations have thrown everything away by simply being disobedient. We are His vessels. Our Father loves us and wants to use us; however, if we choose not to follow Him, there are many who can fill in the gaps. � 2010 Lee Shaun Tzen. www.everynation.org.sg

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 16 Jun 2010

Praying for the restoration of nations and for those in need ~ 16 Jun 2010 Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

Father, we pray for all nations going through war and persecution. We pray for Your power to reign and rule. We bind the works of the enemy right now. We render him powerless by the blood of Jesus. Lord Jesus we pray that nations would stand firm upon Your laws which have stood firm through the ages. We pray for men and women of righteousness to be used and raised up for such a time as this. Father, restoration will not take place if we do things our way and out of human ability. Restoration can only take place through the work of our Lord. Today, we pray for nations to bow their knees in complete surrender to You. The enemy is living, at work, and will do everything in his power to confuse us, steal, kill, and destroy. But our Father is here! His blood will change this world. In Jesus Name we pray, amen.

Father, we pray right now that our hearts would be driven towards making a difference in the lives of those who are poor and in need. I am reminded today of the Old Testament. You reminded us not to be selfish to leave enough food for the poor in our fields. Leviticus 19:9 When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Do not go over your vineyard a second time or pick up the grapes that have fallen. Leave them for the poor and the alien. I am the Lord your God. Father I pray we would desire hearts of compassion for the poor, in need, and those who are critically ill. In the name of Jesus, we pray that we would begin to hear Your voice. Hear Your cries. Father, we pray that we would be used by You. In Jesus name we pray, amen.