NEW YEAR BLESSING

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!

As we enter into 2016 pray that this will be your due season year for all of God's blessing in your life.  

Pray and ask God that you will be at the right place, at the right time, in the right frame of mind at all times!  Amen and Amen!!

The blog will return with normal postings on January 10, 2016.

GOD'S PROMISES -TRUST

Always put your trust in God's word.  He will never steer you wrong!

And they rose early in the morning and went out to the wilderness of Tekoa; and when they went out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, "Listen to me, O Judah and inhabitants of Jerusalem, put your trust in the Lord your God and you will be established.  Put your trust in His prophets and succeed."  2 Chronicles 20:20

Tremble, and do not sin; Meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still.  Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And trust in the Lord. Psalms 4:4-5

He who trusts in his riches will fall, But the righteous will flourish like the green leaf. Proverbs 11:28

The heart of her husband trusts in her, And he will have no lack of gain.  Proverbs 31:11

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    What are Psalms 120-134 collectively know as?
2.    When Joseph was in prison, whose dream did he correctly interpret to mean he would be restored to his job?
3.    What is "sanctified by the word of God and prayer"?
4.    In the parable of the good father, if a son asks for an egg, what would the good father not give him?
5.    Fearing that Saul wanted to kill him, what lie did David ask Jonathan to tell his father if asked why he wasn't at the king's table for the New Moon feast?
6.    What was the name of the field that Jacob requested to be buried in?
7.   How long did Noah live for after the flood?
8.    Paul, Timothy and who else sent their greetings to Thessalonica?
9.    How many years did Jacob live for?
10.  What animal is "better than a dead lion"?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Proverbs 4:6-7
Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Psalms 120-134
2.    Genesis 42:32-36
3.    1 Timothy 4:5
4.    Luke 11:12
5.    1 Samuel 20:6
6.    Genesis 50:12-13
7.    Genesis 9:28
8.    1 Thessalonians 1:1
9.    Genesis 47:28
10.  Ecclesiastes 9:4

GOD'S PROMISES - COMPLAINING

It is easy to complain when situations in life are not going the way we would like and things are tough.  Pray and ask God to give you the strength to help you make it through the difficult situations without complaint.

Do not complain brethren, against one another, that you yourselves may not be judged; behold, the Judge is standing right at the door. James 5:9

Therefore, I will not restrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit, I will complain in the bitterness of my soul.  Am I the sea, or the sea monster, That Thou dost set a guard over me?  If I say, 'My bed will comfort me, My couch will east my complaint. Job 7:11-13

Evening and morning and at noon, I will complain and murmur, And He will hear my voice.  He will redeem my soul in peace from the battle which is against me.  For they are many who strive with me.  Psalms 55:17-18

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    Where did Delilah live?
2.    Who was Paul referring to when he said, "May the Lord grant mercy to his household, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains"?
3.    How many elders witnessed Boaz's agreement with the kinsman?
4.    According to Job, what is the hope of "a tree that is cut down"?
5.    What should the Israelites not destroy when they besiege a city?
6.    What offering did Gideon present to the Lord under the oak tree?
7.    On what island was Paul shipwrecked as he made his way to Rome?
8.    "An excellent wife" is a what to her husband?
9.    To what tribe did Samson belong?
10.  In which book of the bible would you find the record of Balaam and his donkey? 

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
1 Peter 3:13-14
Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good?  But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed.  "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened."

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Judges 16:4
2.    2 Timothy 1:16
3.    Ruth 4:2
4.    Job 14:7
5.    Deuteronomy 20:19-20
6.    Judges 6:19
7.    Acts 28:1
8.    Proverbs 12:4
9.    Judges 13:25
10.  Numbers 22:22-35

GOD'S PROMISES - ABILITY

God will give you the ability to make it through all the obstacles you face in life. Trust in Him always and He will see you through!

Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, the chief of this officials, to bring in some of the sons of Israel, including some of the royal family and of the nobles, youths in whom was no defect, who were good looking showing intelligence in every branch of wisdom, endowed with understanding and discerning knowledge, and who had ability for serving in the kings court; and he ordered him to teach them the literature and language of the Chaldeans. Daniel 1:3-4

For it is just like a man about to go on a journey, who called his own slaves, and entrusted his possessions to them.  And to one he gave five talents, to another, two, and to another one, each according to his own ability; and he went on his journey. Matthew 25:14-15

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    To what does the "seventy weeks" prophecy refer?
2.    To which tribe did Anna the prophetess belong?
3.    What part of Paul's clothing did Agabus use?
4.    David says in the Psalms that "adders' poison is under their lips".  To whom is he referring?
5.    Who was the father in law of Caiaphas, the high priest at the time of Jesus death?
6.    Who did Paul take with him on his first missionary journey?
7.    Jesus initially sent the twelve disciples to preach to which group of people?
8.    Where will the believers reign in the Kingdom of God?
9.    Who did Joseph's brothers sell him to?
10.  Who shall the "prayer of faith" save?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Hebrews 13:5-6
For He Himself has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." So we may boldly say: "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?"

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Daniel 9:20-27
2.    Luke 2:36
3.    Acts 21:11
4.    Psalms 140:1-3
5.    John 18:13
6.    Acts 13:4
7.    Matthew 10:5-6
8.    Revelations 5:10
9.    Genesis 37:28
10.  James 5:15

GOD'S PROMISES - AFRAID

It is normal to become afraid when we are beginning a new venture in our lives.  Ask God to strengthen you and calm your fears.  You will make it through!

Then the officers shall speak further to the people, and they shall say, "who is the man that is afraid and fainthearted?  Let him depart and return to his house, so that he might not make his brothers' hearts melt like his heart."  Deuteronomy 20:8

In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid.  Psalm 56:4

You will not be afraid of the terror by night, Or of the arrow that flies by day.  Psalm 91:5

He said also, "I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob."  Then Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.  Exodus 3:6

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    The Ethiopian eunuch, held what office of responsibility to Candace, queen of the Ethiopians?
2.    How does Psalm 100 say we should come before the Lord's presence?
3.    How many concubines did Solomon have?
4.    How did Moses make the bitter waters of Marah drinkable?
5.    How did Adam and Even feel about their nakedness at first?
6.    Who deceived the worshipers of Baal into attending sacrifices only to destroy them all once they had arrived?
7.    The branched candlestick in the tabernacle had its cups carved in the likeness of which plant?
8.    What happened to the soldiers of Gideon who lapped the river water with their tongues like dogs?
9.    How many sections (or books) is the book of Psalms split into?
10.  How old was Abraham's first wife when she died?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 111:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding.  To him belongs eternal praise.

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Acts 8:27
2.    Psalm 100:2
3.    1 Kings 11:3
4.    Exodus 15:23-25
5.    Genesis 2:25
6.    2 Kings 10:18-28
7.    Exodus 25:33
8.    Judges 7:5-7
9.    Psalms 1; 43; 73; 90; 107
10.  Genesis 23:1 

GOD'S PROMISES - WORTHY

There may be times in our lives when we don't feel worthy.  Maybe because of things we have done or things that have been done to us. Remember we are all worthy in God's eyes.

And stay in the house, eating and drinking what they give you; for the laborer is worthy of his wages.  Do not keep moving from house to house.  Luke 10:7

...that you receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and that you help her in whatever matter she may have need of you; for she herself has also been a helper of many, and of myself as well.  Romans 16:2

Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ; so that whether I come and see you or remain absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel.  Philippians 1:27

I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, entreat you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called. Ephesians 4:1

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    Which god did the people of Lystra think Paul was?
2.    What happened to the sun when the sixth seal was opened?
3.    What characteristics are attached to the breastplate mentioned in Thessalonians?
4.    Of which animal were the kings of Israel told not to have lots?
5.    In Revelation, unclean spirits came out of the mouth of the dragon, in the form of what animals?
6.    How old was Noah when the floods came?
7.    Which animal skins, dyed red, were used as an offering to help make the tabernacle?
8.    Which king contributes words of wisdom in Proverbs chapter 31?
9.    In which Jewish month is the Passover?
10.  Who did Daniel see sitting in a throne in his vision of the four beasts?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Joshua 1:3-9
I promise you what I promised Moses:  'Wherever you set foot, you will be on land I have given you....No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live.  For I will be with you as I was with Moses.  I will not fail you or abandon you.'

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Acts 14:12
2.    Revelations 6:12
3.    1 Thessalonians 5:8
4.    Deuteronomy 17:14-16
5.    Revelations 16:13
6.    Genesis 7:6
7.    Exodus 25:3-5
8.    Proverbs 31:1
9.    Deuteronomy 16:1
10.  Daniel 7:9

GOD'S PROMISES - WAITING

In difficult times it is hard sometimes to keep waiting on the Lord when you are praying for an answer. Don't give up!  He will answer in his perfect timing.

Lead me in Thy truth and teach me, For Thou art the God of my salvation; For Thee I wait all the day.  Psalm 25:5

Wait for the Lord; Be strong, and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the Lord.  Psalm 27:14

Wait for the Lord, and keep His way, And He will exalt you to inherit the land; When the wicked are cut off, you will see it. Psalm 37:34

My soul languishes for Thy salvation; I wait for Thy word.  Psalm 119:81

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    At what place did the writer to the Thessalonians say he'd been given rough treatment?
2.    Who was well reported of at Lystra and Iconium?
3.    In John's first epistle which three things are said to testify and agree about Jesus?
4.    In Proverbs, how shall the "man's belly be satisfied"?
5.    What did Rahab hide the two spies under?
6.    In years, roughly how long did Paul spend in Ephesus?
7.    Which gospel records the fewest of the miracles performed  by Jesus?
8.    What does Psalm 16 say there is in "the Lord's right hand"?
9.    Who walked barefoot and naked for three years at the Lord's command?
10.  Who promised to give their daughters to Shechemites if they agreed to be circumcised, only to kill them instead three days later while they were still sore?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Ecclesiastes 11:8
However many years a man may live, let him enjoy them all.

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    1 Thessalonians 2:2
2.    Acts 16:2
3.    1 John 5:8
4.    Proverbs 18:20
5.    Joshua 2:6
6.    Acts 20:31
7.    John 1:1 - 21:25
8.    Psalms 16:11
9.    Isaiah 20:2-3
10.  Genesis 34:13