Start Your Day Off Right Series 4/24

https://youtube.com/shorts/9pP4LHYkEe0?si=JDkYvQQUEkdo_bEg

Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

4/24–Start Your Day Off Right Series

Quote:

4/24–Unkind people need your kindness the most.They advertise their pain

Story:

Scripture:

Matthew 13:3-8

And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away. And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them: But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold.

Humor:

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The Power And Benefits Of Stillness

In a world that constantly urges us to move faster, do more, and stay busy, stillness can feel unfamiliar—even uncomfortable. Yet, some of the greatest strength, clarity, and peace we will ever experience come not from movement… but from stillness.

Stillness is not laziness. It is not weakness. It is a deliberate pause—a sacred moment where we step away from the noise and reconnect with what truly matters.

The Bible reminds us in Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Notice that it doesn’t say “be busy and know,” or “be stressed and know.” It says be still. There is something powerful that happens when we quiet ourselves long enough to listen.

When you embrace stillness, you gain clarity. The decisions that once felt overwhelming begin to settle. Your thoughts slow down, and what truly matters rises to the surface.

Stillness also brings peace. Life has a way of pulling us in many directions, but when we pause, we allow our hearts to rest. Anxiety loses its grip, and calm begins to take its place.

In stillness, you also find strength. It may seem backward, but stepping back actually prepares you to move forward with greater purpose. Even Jesus took time away from the crowds to be alone, to pray, and to recharge. If He needed stillness, how much more do we?

There is also wisdom in stillness. When we rush, we react. But when we pause, we respond with understanding. Stillness gives God the space to speak into our lives in ways we might otherwise miss.

Today, give yourself permission to slow down. Turn off the noise. Sit quietly, even if just for a few minutes. Let your mind settle. Let your spirit breathe.

You don’t have to have all the answers in that moment. You just need to be present.

Because sometimes, the most productive thing you can do… is be still.

Challenge for Today:
Take 10 minutes today to sit in complete stillness—no phone, no distractions. Reflect, pray, or simply breathe. Notice how it changes your mindset.

Closing Thought:
Stillness is not empty—it is full of answers, peace, and renewed 

Sermon—Psalms 23 & Psalms 46

https://youtu.be/r3Ukrdol_CE?si=U5QW4s0xYihA1QNf

Psalms 23 and Psalms 46!

Psalms 23 A PSALM OF DAVID.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;
thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:
thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Psalms 461-10

TO THE CHIEF MUSICIAN FOR THE SONS OF KORAH, A SONG UPON ALAMOTH.
God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed,
and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled,
though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God,
the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved:
God shall help her, and that right early.
The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved:
he uttered his voice, the earth melted.
The LORD of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
Come, behold the works of the LORD,
what desolations he hath made in the earth.
He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth;
he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder;
he burneth the chariot in the fire.
Be still, and know that I am God:
I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Start Your Day off Right Series 4/23

https://youtube.com/shorts/z5C4j82bfo0?si=Zle5XG2aiBd9W2_P

Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

4/23—Start Your Day Off Right Series

Quote:

Every day is a second chance

Story:

A King stood high above his subjects on a balcony. I need a kidney and I wonder if any of you below would be willing to give me one of yours? I know it is asking a lot and would be a great sacrifice! A loud cry went up from the majority crying loudly let it be me, please let it be me!!

The King turned to his main aide and asked how can I choose among them since so many want to volunteer? There was a feather near his feet and he got an idea! He told his subjects I know what I’ll do, I’ll drop this feather and whoever it lands on will get the honor of donating me a kidney.

As the feather came slowly descending a swooshing sound could be heard as the subjects started blowing the feather. This is the way of a lot of people that tell God let me, let me God. But when God says ok go ahead they start trying to shift the load off them and onto someone else! They start to blow the feather away from themselves.

Scripture:

Exodus 4:10-12

And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. And the LORD said unto him, Who hath made man’s mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the LORD? Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.

Humor:

4/23–Mom why do we have these big humps  on our backs the baby camel asked his mother.

They store fat so we can survive without water or food during long desert trips the mother camel replied. 

Why do we have such long eyelashes the baby camel asked next. To help protect our eyes  from the dusty desert winds. 

 Why do we have such odd looking feet? 

They are for helping us walk across the hot desert sand.

The baby camel contemplated everything his mother had told him then he said, if we have all these things for living in the desert why do we live in a zoo?

Master Anger Before It Masters You

Anger is one of the most powerful emotions we experience. It can rise up quickly, burn hot, and leave damage in its wake if we’re not careful. But anger itself is not the enemy—it’s what we do with it that makes the difference.

We’ve all felt it. A harsh word, an unfair situation, or a moment of frustration can ignite something deep within us. In those moments, anger feels justified. It feels strong. It feels like action. But if left unchecked, anger can tear down relationships, cloud judgment, and steal our peace.

The truth is, anger is often a signal—not a solution. It points to something deeper: hurt, disappointment, fear, or even exhaustion. When we pause long enough to recognize that, we begin to take control instead of being controlled.

The Bible gives us wise guidance in Ephesians 4:26:
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath.”
Notice it doesn’t say “never be angry.” It says don’t let anger lead you into sin. That means we have a responsibility to handle it properly.

So how do we do that?

First, pause before you react. A few seconds of silence can prevent a lifetime of regret. Words spoken in anger are hard to take back.

Second, pray in the moment. Even a simple prayer like, “Lord, help me right now,” can calm your spirit and bring clarity.

Third, choose understanding over reaction. Sometimes the person who hurt you is dealing with battles you cannot see. Grace can break cycles that anger only continues.

Fourth, let it go quickly. Holding onto anger is like carrying a heavy weight—you feel it long after the moment has passed. Forgiveness isn’t about saying what happened was okay; it’s about freeing yourself from the burden.

Proverbs 16:32 reminds us:
“He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.”
True strength isn’t found in overpowering others—it’s found in controlling yourself.

Today, make a decision: don’t let anger rule your life. Let it become a signal that leads you to prayer, patience, and wisdom. When you learn to master anger, you step into a life of peace, strength, and purpose.

Remember:
You may not always control what happens to you, but—with God’s help—you can always control how you respond.

And that response can change everything.

Start Your Day Off Right Series 4/22

https://youtube.com/shorts/UGNq_2_6vN8?si=lJeNj-nqjsCCI5-t

Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

4/22– Start Your Day Off Right Series 

Quote:

4/22–Don’t compare or compete

Story:

4/22–Life

Scripture:

2 Corinthians 10:12

For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.

Humor:

4/22–If you see me talking to myself