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Beauty Is In the Eye of the Beholder

Words for Worship - Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

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Words for Worship – Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

”Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” — Margaret Wolfe Hungerford

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder – As an artist, I’ve certainly learned this to be true.  What one person views as a masterpiece can be an atrocity in the eyes of another.  Today’s society certainly has an opinion on what beauty is and what it is not.  And the focus is overwhelmingly placed on outward appearance.  The problem is, in many cases, the beauty we see on the outside does not reflect what is on the inside.

In fact, when we place such a fierce emphasis on outward beauty, it may signal that we are hiding something not so beautiful inside.

Like a painting after awhile, the vibrancy of the pigments tends to fade and we rely on our initial impression, (our vision of what the image looked like before), for the true beauty that attracted our eye in the first place.  At that point, we can honestly say that the beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  The Bible tells us,

“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him.  The Lord does not look at the things people look at.  People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” —1 Samuel 16:7 NIV

Isn’t it far better to direct our efforts on beauty that doesn’t fade, but is only enhanced by the flaws of life?  Indeed, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  When God looks upon us, the beauty of an obedient heart is a work of art whose value is priceless.  To him, it is a treasure worth dying for.

Peace and love,

Felecia

*The text was adapted from the “Did You Know” series, used by permission form North Coast Christian Fellowship, North East, PA, www.northcoastcf.com

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The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

Words for Worship - The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

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Words for Worship – The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

”Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

—John 15:13 

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told – God loves us!  There are few truer statements.  In the Bible, Jesus tells us, “Greater love has no one than this:  to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13).  Can you think of any deeper love than that?  Certainly, there were plenty of romance movies circulating on television and social media this week in celebration of Valentine’s Day.  Those stories depict the most natural and committed love shared between two individuals.

No matter how devoted the characters are to one another, in real life or in the movies, it takes a very special kind of love to sacrifice one’s own life for.

But that’s exactly what God did for us…

”For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” —John 3:16

God made it possible for all of mankind to be saved from death and have eternal life, through his uncompromising and sacrificial love, when he gave up his only Son, Jesus Christ.  Indeed, the greatest love story ever told was written when Jesus died on the cross and rose again from the grave.  For he gave up his life for us.

Would you like to play a part in this love story?

You can…go ahead!  The script has already been written, and no audition is required.  All you need to do is invite Jesus into your heart.

Peace and Love,

Felecia

*The text was adapted from the “Did You Know” series, used by permission from North Coast Christian Fellowship, North East, PA, www.northcoastcf.comwww.northcoastcf.com

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Words for Worship – God’s timing is perfect

God’s Timing is Perfect

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Words for Worship – God’s timing is perfect

”At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is ready.’” —Luke 14:17 

God’s timing is perfect – Although David was anointed at a young ages, he would wait several years before taking over as King of Israel.  God knew David’s heart and selected him over all his brothers to lead his people as king. Even though David was chosen by God, he was subject to God’s perfect timing before what was promised to him would be fulfilled.

Sometimes God requires us to wait before he allows those things that he has already intended for us to actually happen.

When we enter into those times of waiting, it can be  discouraging and we are tempted to “help God speed things up.” We must remember that God’s timing is perfect and his purpose is always sure. Instead of giving into frustration, use those times of anticipation wisely…trust in God and rest in knowing that he’s always right on time.

How do you spend your time when God requires you to wait?

Peace and love.,

Felecia

The text was adapted from the “Did You Know “ series, courtesy of North Coast Christian Fellowship, North East, PA, http://www.northcoastcf.com

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