Can You Spare A Minute Or So 5/12?

https://youtube.com/shorts/tDoXoWvrre8?si=3awOoCCegF6fxEhG

If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

5/12–Can You Spare A Minute?

5/12–My uncle used to say if he couldn’t take it with him he didn’t want to go. The reality is we all are going to die and we can’t take anything with us. Therefore, owoe have to use it before we die to do anyone any good. Everything in life has an expiration date. Just like the date manufacturers put on all the goods they sell that tells the last date it is safe for us that we should use their product. There is no guarantee for us to use it after that certain date. Similarly, there is a limited time for us to be able to do what we intend to do. So we must get busy to get done the items on our mission statement, and our to do list and our bucket lists. I had a bad heart attack in July, 2012. They said I cheated death and that I was at Death’s door! I was in the hospital for about seven days and four of those I spent in the Critical Care Unit or CCU. You had better believe that I reviewed my life and all the things I should’ve and could’ve done.

I knew that even though I might have cheated Death that Death would be back for me again one day. Having this knowledge, I found it inexcusable that I wouldn’t be ready next time. So that’s what I’m doing at this moment trying to mark off some items on my bucket list. No one else can do that for you. The responsibility lies in you and in you alone!

Check Out Sermons On You Tube Under Dale Cantrell And Please Subscribe:

 

Check Out Books By J D Canter in Amazon And Kindle:

Building Take Skill, Tearing Down None https://www.amazon.com/dp/1521429154/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2CZM82RMT4644YNCWGZE

Also Check Out Sermons at http://www.freeholiness.net under Bro Dale Cantrell 

Check out http://www.encourager98.weebly.com too

#A-Y-T-Shorts

The Danger Of Going To Sleep Spiritually

There is a danger in life that many people never recognize until it’s too late—not physical sleep, but spiritual sleep. A person can still go to church, still say the right words, still smile at others, and yet slowly drift into spiritual drowsiness. The fire that once burned brightly begins to fade. Prayer becomes routine. Worship becomes casual. The hunger for God weakens. Little by little, the soul grows tired.

The Bible warns us in Romans 13:11, “Now it is high time to awake out of sleep.” God never intended for His people to live spiritually asleep. He calls us to stay alert, awake, and ready.

Spiritual sleep usually does not happen overnight. It often begins with small compromises, neglected prayer time, bitterness left unresolved, distractions that steal our focus, or discouragement that drains our passion. The enemy does not always try to destroy us suddenly; many times he simply tries to lull us to sleep spiritually. If he can make us comfortable, distracted, and spiritually numb, he can weaken our effectiveness.

But today is a good day to wake up.

Wake up to the blessings God has already given you. Wake up to the purpose He still has for your life. Wake up to the fact that somebody around you needs encouragement, hope, and truth. Wake up to the opportunities God places before you every single day.

When Samson fell asleep in Delilah’s lap, he lost his strength. When the disciples slept in the Garden of Gethsemane, they missed a critical moment with Jesus. Sleep can cause us to miss what God is trying to do around us.

The good news is this: God is still calling our name. He is still stirring hearts. He is still ready to revive anyone who has grown weary. One sincere prayer can reignite a sleeping spirit. One moment in God’s presence can awaken passion again.

Do not allow disappointment, routine, fear, or comfort to put your spirit to sleep. Keep praying even when you feel tired. Keep reading God’s Word even when distractions surround you. Keep worshiping even when life gets heavy. A sleeping world needs awake Christians.

Today, ask God to renew your spiritual hunger. Ask Him to sharpen your awareness and restore your passion. The hour is too important, the mission too great, and eternity too real to sleep through your calling.

Stay awake spiritually. Your breakthrough, your purpose, and your greatest impact may be closer than you think.

Start Your Day Off Right Series 5/11

https://youtu.be/I5c2QLCVCtc?si=0IGRRAoPMblOfvhg

Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

5/11–Start Your Day Off Right Series

Quote:

5/11–God Is Always With You

Story:

Many people have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose”–Helen Keller.

There is a deep-seated need in all of us to sense purpose—even out of calamity. Jesus knew who He was. 

The Lord wants to help you realize who you are and what you are graced to do. To ask someone to define you without first knowing the answer yourself is dangerous. When you understand that He is the only One who really knows you, then you pursue Him with fierceness and determination. Pursue Him! God knows who we are and how we are to attain our calling. This knowledge, locked up in the counsel of God’s omniscience, is the basis of our pursuit, and it is the release of that knowledge that brings immediate transformation.

He knows the hope or the goal of our calling. He is not far removed from us; He reveals Himself to people who seek Him. The finders are seekers. The door is opened only to the knockers and the gifts are given to the askers! (See Luke 11: 9.) Initiation is our responsibility. 

Whosoever hungers and thirsts shall be filled. The structure of an army was just waiting for God’s command. God will not put His seal of approval on something until He is sure that it is His. God can fill your past, your childhood, your feelings of inferiority, your wounds, your loneliness. God sees incredible potential in you. The Word of God says you are capable. Within you is an army To reach for your full potential, focus on your areas of competence, have the courage to take action despite obstacles, and strive to improve continually by passionately pursuing a dream. What one great thing with you dare to dream if you knew that you could not fail? If you could wave a magic wand or take a magic pill what one thing would you desire?

Scripture:

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Humor:

Can You Spare A Minute Or So 5/11?

If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

5/11– Can You Spare A Minute?

Bottled water, a concept I thought was utterly ridiculous when I first heard about.  Never happen, I thought.  Why should I buy something coming out at my sink freely? But it did happen, and is happening.  I buy it and people all over the world do.  

Has satan ever presented a thought to you and you thought, never happen….but it did. People have married and never thought trouble would come to their home, but satan worked his way in.He can even take the ridiculous and make it seem like that’s the way it is supposed to be. 

Churches split when harmony and unity flowed like nothing could ever stop it.  Satan is pictured in red suit, with horns, and a tail and a pitchfork.  No, my friend, he is the slickest, smothest salesman of all time!

Check Out Sermons On You Tube Under Dale Cantrell And Please Subscribe:

Check Out Books By J D Canter in Amazon And Kindle:

Also Check Out Sermons at http://www.freeholiness.net under Bro Dale Cantrell 

Check out http://www.encourager98.weebly.com too

#A-Y-T-Shorts

The Quite Strength If Gentleness

In a loud and harsh world, gentleness often gets overlooked. Many people mistake gentleness for weakness, but the truth is exactly the opposite. It takes real strength to remain calm when others are angry. It takes character to answer softly when someone speaks harshly. Gentleness is power wrapped in kindness.

Jesus Himself showed gentleness throughout His life. He healed the broken, welcomed the outcast, and spoke with compassion to those who were hurting. Yet He was strong enough to carry the weight of the world upon His shoulders. Gentleness does not mean you lack courage—it means you have enough wisdom to control your spirit.

A gentle person brings peace into the room instead of confusion. They calm storms instead of creating them. Their words encourage instead of tearing people down. People may forget many things in life, but they rarely forget how someone made them feel. Gentleness leaves behind healing.

Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is lower your voice, soften your attitude, and choose grace over anger. Not every battle needs shouting. Not every disagreement needs harsh words. A gentle response can open doors that force never could.

Life will test your patience. People may disappoint you. Circumstances may frustrate you. But never allow bitterness to harden your heart. Stay tender. Stay compassionate. Stay gentle. The world already has enough cruelty—it needs more people filled with kindness.

Remember, even a mighty river can carve through solid rock—not by force, but by steady gentleness over time.

Scripture

“A gentle answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.” — Proverbs 15:1

Final Thought

Gentleness is not surrender—it is spiritual maturity. The strongest hearts are often the softest hearts. Walk in kindness today, and you may heal someone who is silently hurting.

Start Your Day Off Right Series 5/10

https://youtube.com/shorts/YYl53xbR_Oc?si=_Xg95HON9-e_sWbN

Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

5/10–Start Your Day Off Right Series

Quote:

5/10–Jealous People

Story:

Farther to his son: don’t ever let anybody tell you that you can’t do something…. not even me. If you have a dream…. you having fun e to protect it! When people can’t do something themselves .. they want to tell you that you can’t do it. If you want something go get it, period. Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate but that we are powerful beyond. measure! Is our light not our darkness is that for most frightens us. You’re playing small does not serve the

world there is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that people won’t feel insecure around you. We were all meant to shine as children do. It’s not distant some of us it’s in everyone. As we unconsciously let our own light shine we give others permission to do the same as we are liberated from our own fear. Our presence automatically liberates others. In this lifetime, you don’t have to prove anything to nobody except yourself!! You need to keep negotiating with your mind to find more strength…. but you keep going. Dream big, don’t ever give up. Help other people achieve success and you will be successful! The biggest seller is cookbooks and the second is diet books –how not to eat what you’ve just learned how to cook.

Scripture:

Proverbs 3:31

Envy thou not the oppressor,

and choose none of his ways.

Humor:

Can You Spare A Minute Or So 5/10?

https://youtube.com/shorts/6HSPm_Q8CnU?si=WysgWJY-5EaF7M-I

If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

5/10–I have heard the remarks insinuating that if you praise people you will ruin them and give them the big head. How true this is if we’re talking about one out of ten people. But, is not the other nine more valuable than just the one? Because in the other nine of them they will be greatly helped in my opinion.

Nagging doesn’t help wives change husbands. My mother used to make a big deal when I did something right that she was my cheering section. A man gets married and mother’s not there to clap and cheer and he winds up in confusion.

The Bible speaks about speaking the truth in love. I have found that whatever you say and put no love with it winds up having no effect. Love can run around the block six times or more before criticism can get its shoes on.

Check Out Books By J D Canter in Amazon And Kindle

Also Check Out Sermons at http://www.freeholiness.net under Bro Dale Cantrell 

Check out http://www.encourager98.weebly.com too

Also Check Out Sermons On Dale Cantrell

The Great Power Of Patience

Patience is one of the hardest virtues to develop because we live in a world that wants everything instantly. Instant answers, instant success, instant results. But life does not always work that way. Some of the greatest blessings in life take time to grow.

A farmer does not plant a seed today and expect a harvest tomorrow. He waters it, protects it, and waits. In the same way, God often works in seasons. There are seasons of planting, seasons of growing, and seasons of harvesting. If we become impatient and quit too soon, we may walk away right before the breakthrough arrives.

Patience is not weakness. Patience is strength under control. It is trusting God when you cannot yet see the outcome. It is continuing to pray when the answer has not arrived. It is continuing to work when the reward has not yet appeared.

Many people miss their blessing because they get tired of waiting. They become discouraged, frustrated, and give up. But patience teaches endurance, and endurance builds character.

The Bible says in Galatians 6:9:

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

Notice those words — “in due season.” That means there is a right time for everything. Just because something has not happened yet does not mean God has forgotten you.

Sometimes God delays things not to hurt us, but to prepare us. A blessing received too early can become a burden. God knows the timing that is best for our lives.

If you are waiting today, do not lose heart. Keep believing. Keep praying. Keep doing right. Your season is coming.

Patience may feel uncomfortable in the moment, but it often produces the greatest rewards in the end.

Thought for the Day:

Patience is trusting that God is working even when you cannot yet see the results.