Post by MIRIAM JACOB on Apr 8, 2017 10:00:18 GMT -5
HE'S YOUR GOD
Roy Lessin
He’s your God in the sunshine,
He’s your God in the rain,
He’s your God in the laughter,
He’s your God in the pain.
He’s your God in the springtime,
He’s your God in the fall,
He’s your God in the silence,
He’s your God in the call.
He’s your God in the quiet,
He’s your God in the test,
He’s your God in the battle,
He’s your God in the rest.
He’s your God in the heat wave,
He’s your God in the chill,
He’s your God in the whirlwind,
He’s your God in the still.
In light time and dark time
In the valleys and peaks,
He’s the God who holds you,
He’s the God who keeps.
Just Think
by Roy Lessin
Just think,
you’re here not by chance,
but by God’s choosing.
His hand formed you
and made you the person you are.
He compares you to no one else.
You are one of a kind.
You lack nothing
that His grace can’t give you.
He has allowed you to be here
at this time in history
to fulfill His special purpose
for this generation.
God Sent Us a Savior
by Roy Lessin
If our greatest need had been information,
God would have sent us an educator.
If our greatest need had been technology,
God would have sent us a scientist.
If our greatest need had been money,
God would have sent us an economist.
If our greatest need had been pleasure,
God would have sent us an entertainer.
But our greatest need was forgiveness,
So God sent us a Savior.
A beautiful poem celebrating God's gift to humanity
by Roy Lessin
Into the world came...
God's purest Light to show us the way;
God's perfect Savior to free us from sin;
God's tender Shepherd to care for our needs;
God's sure Foundation to make us secure;
God's fullest Joy to give us a song;
God's broken Bread to satisfy our hunger;
God's conquering King to rule in our hearts;
God's healing Fountain to make us whole;
God's highest Purpose to fulfill our longings;
God's quieting Peace to bring us rest;
God's redeeming Love to make us His own.
They will call him Immanuel, which means "God is with us."
Matthew 1:23 NLT
ALWAYS REMEMBER
by Roy Lessin
Always remember, when God made you
He did so with a purpose and plan.
He saw all your days before you lived one of them
a placed over you the covering of
His protective love.
He has allowed nothing to come into your life
that has not first been screened through that love.
His hand has remained upon you to this very day.
He calls you by name.
You are His beloved child..
the apple of His eye...
the delight of His heart.
Today you are in the exact place He wants you to be,
and tomorrow He will be with you
as He always has been-
in goodness, in kindness in faithfulness.
THROUGH ME
by Roy Lessin
Through me let there be kind words, a warm smile, a caring heart.
Through me let there be a willingness to listen
and a readiness to understand.
Through me let there be dependability, steadfastness,
trust and loyalty.
Through me let there be compassion, forgiveness, mercy and love.
Through me let there be every quality I find, O Lord, in Thee.
THE IMPACT OF ONE LIFE
by Roy Lessin
WHEN A STONE IS DROPPED INTO A LAKE,
IT QUICKLY DISAPPEARS FROM SIGHT--
BUT ITS IMPACT LEAVES BEHIND A SERIES OF RIPPLES
THAT BROADEN AND REACH ACROSS THE WATER.
IN THE SAME WAY,
THE IMPACT OF ONE LIFE LIVED FOR CHRIST
WILL LEAVE BEHIND AN INFLUENCE FOR GOOD
THAT WILL REACH THE LIVES OF MANY OTHERS.
NO MATTER HOW DIFFICULT THE CHALLENGE
by Roy Lessin
No matter how difficult the challenge,
when we spread our wings of faith
and allow the wings of God's Spirit to lift us,
no obstacle is too great to overcome.
AS YOU WAIT UPON THE LORD
by Roy Lessin
As you wait upon the Lord,
you learn to see things from
His perspective, move at
His pace, and function under
His directives.
Waiting times are growing times.
As you quiet your heart, you enter
His peace; as you sense your
weakness, you receive His strength;
as you lay down your will, you
hear His calling.
When you mount up,
you are being lifted by the wind of
His Spirit…
When you move ahead,
you are sensitive to His timing…
When you act, you give
yourself only to the things
He has asked you to do.
Joy & Peace This Easter
by Roy Lessin
Thank You, Lord,
for a costly cross...
an empty tomb...
a triumphant Savior...
and a heart set free
for all eternity!
10 Reasons to Come to Jesus
by Roy Lessin
Jesus replied, I assure you, most solemnly I tell you,
before Abraham was born, I AM.
John 8:58 AMP
Luke 2:11 - Jesus is the Savior,
come to Him and be forgiven and saved;
John 10:9 - Jesus is the Door,
come to Him and enter His provision;
John 6:51 - Jesus is the Bread of Life,
come to Him and feast at His table;
John 8:12 - Jesus is the Light of the World,
come to Him and see clearly;
John 10:14 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd,
come to Him and be led in right paths;
John 15:5 - Jesus is the Vine,
come to Him and abide in fruitfulness;
John 4:10 - Jesus gives living water,
come to Him and drink to the full;
John 11:25 - Jesus is the Resurrection,
come to Him and have blessed hope;
John 14:27 - Jesus gives peace,
come to Him and be not troubled;
John 1:33 - Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit,
come to Him and be empowered to witness.
The Hope of Heaven
by Roy Lessin
Only Christ can walk with us through the darkness
and bring us into the light of a new dawn.
Only Christ can give us hope and certainty
that one day we will understand more clearly
the things that are mysteries to us now.
Jesus is the Lighthouse that draws us toward the hope of heaven. He lights our way to paths of righteousness.
A Pastor Is…
by Roy Lessin
A pastor is an unusual person, indeed!
He gets his assignments from a voice no one else can hear.
He works for a bonus check that is only legal and tender in heaven.
He starts his day in the prayer closet instead of the wardrobe closet.
He climbs the ladder of success by taking the lowly place.
He receives nourishment by feeding sheep.
His greatest gains come by what he gives away.
He is more attracted to what people look like inwardly than outwardly.
He lives for God's approval rather than following the opinions of others.
He speaks from the depths of his heart rather than from the top of his head.
His richest treasures come from the investments he makes in the lives of others.
Pastor, God Has Chosen You
by Roy Lessin
God was the one who formed you, gave you the breath of life, and brought you into the world. He did this so that His arms could embrace you and His love could keep you—He wanted you to know that your relationship with Him would always be of more value than the things He would have you do for Him. He wanted you to be certain that He loved you completely before you ever did anything in His service, so that your service would never become a way of trying to earn His love or favor.
As you came to know His heart and hear His voice, you heard Him speak a call to your life. This call would mean that He would never ask you to do anything for Him that He expected you to do without Him. He alone would be the source of your sufficiency. His only desire would be that you would daily open your heart to His resources—He wanted you to be sure that you would never have to say, "I can't," without also being able to say, "He can!"
You are now in the place He has called you. He has made no mistakes in leading you here. Even in the hard places He is working out what is best—not only for you and for others, but also for His Kingdom. He is not looking at your statistics or programs to measure you; He is looking at your heart to see if you are faithful. He wants you to know that the results of your obedience are for Him to determine. Be assured that it is His presence that will keep you and make you strong.
You are in God's place at God's perfect time. Your days are in His hands, and He is your future. He has gifted you, and placed His hand upon you to bless you and make you a blessing. The burden of your ministry is not yours to carry—as you rest, He will work; as you abide, He will bring fruit; as you sow, He will give the increase. He is your shield and your exceeding great reward.
He is your provider. He will take care of you. He will nurture and sustain you. His Spirit is the wind to cool you, the water to refresh you, the power to enable you, the oil to anoint you, and the river that flows through you to touch the lives of others. Continue to be God's man, in God's place, doing God's will, in God's way, and always remember—God has chosen you!
Whoever follows Me...will have the light of life.
John 8:12
Come To Me
by Roy Lessin
When you are hurting, come to Me and I will bind your wounds. When you need to be assured, come to Me and I will give you My embrace. When you can no longer go on, come to Me and I will carry you. When you need comfort, come to Me and I will wipe your tears. When you are uncertain of My love, come to Me and I will speak My heart to you.
Leave Jesus?
Roy Lessin
Jesus said to the Twelve, Will you also go away? [And do you too desire to leave Me?] Simon Peter answered, Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words (the message) of eternal life.
John 6:67-68
Leave Jesus? Where else could we go?
We could never have a richer life;
We could never find a better way;
We could never know a deeper love;
We could never see a greater glory;
We could never belong to surer kingdom;
We could never possess a nobler purpose;
We could never stand upon a firmer foundation;
We could never receive a fuller joy;
We could never hear a higher call;
We could never walk with a truer friend.
©2017 Roy Lessin
Thought For Your Day
-Roy Lessin
Jesus loves you, no one could be kinder;
He cares for you, no one could be more thoughtful;
He prays for you, no one could be more understanding;
He guides you, no one could more watchful;
He keeps you, no one could be more protective.
©2017 Roy Lessin
THE BLOOD OF ACCESS
by Roy Lessin
Apr 03, 2017
When Jesus died, no human tore the veil from top to bottom, it was God. It was torn because Jesus’ blood now provided access into God’s presence. Jesus’ offering of Himself ended forever the need for another blood sacrifice. The work of our redemption was finished. Unhindered union and reconciliation with God were forever restored.
Today, does God seem inaccessible? He is not. Does His help seem unreachable? It is not. Does His favor and blessing seem unimaginable? They are not….The blood of Jesus has been shed; the veil has been torn; the invitation has been given; grace and mercy are extended; the way has been opened for you to come.
Hear His heart say, “Come to Me”
When you are hurting, come to Me and I will bind your wound.
When you need to be assured, come to Me and I will give you My embrace.
When you can no longer go on, come to Me and I will carry you.
When you need comfort, come to Me and I will wipe your tears.
When you are afraid, come to Me and I will calm your spirit.
When you are lonely, come to Me and I will be closer than a friend.
When you need to be refreshed, come to Me and I will anoint you with My oil.
When you are uncertain of My love, come to Me and I will speak My heart to you.
Because of the torn veil you can confidently come at any time, from any place, and with any need. The blood of Jesus has given you complete access into the Father’s presence. Prayer is yours, communion is yours, fellowship is yours, and help is yours.
““Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” ” Hebrews 4:16 NKJV
Prayer
Father, thank You for making a way for me to come to You through the blood of Your Son. My prayer is one of praise as expressed in this chorus…
I've found a way, through the blood, past the veil
To the Holy of Holies with God…
There in the presence of Jesus I stand,
Glorified Son at the Father's right hand,
There I can plead, I can claim, I can have,
All that He purchased for me.
Roy Lessin
He’s your God in the sunshine,
He’s your God in the rain,
He’s your God in the laughter,
He’s your God in the pain.
He’s your God in the springtime,
He’s your God in the fall,
He’s your God in the silence,
He’s your God in the call.
He’s your God in the quiet,
He’s your God in the test,
He’s your God in the battle,
He’s your God in the rest.
He’s your God in the heat wave,
He’s your God in the chill,
He’s your God in the whirlwind,
He’s your God in the still.
In light time and dark time
In the valleys and peaks,
He’s the God who holds you,
He’s the God who keeps.
Just Think
by Roy Lessin
Just think,
you’re here not by chance,
but by God’s choosing.
His hand formed you
and made you the person you are.
He compares you to no one else.
You are one of a kind.
You lack nothing
that His grace can’t give you.
He has allowed you to be here
at this time in history
to fulfill His special purpose
for this generation.
God Sent Us a Savior
by Roy Lessin
If our greatest need had been information,
God would have sent us an educator.
If our greatest need had been technology,
God would have sent us a scientist.
If our greatest need had been money,
God would have sent us an economist.
If our greatest need had been pleasure,
God would have sent us an entertainer.
But our greatest need was forgiveness,
So God sent us a Savior.
A beautiful poem celebrating God's gift to humanity
by Roy Lessin
Into the world came...
God's purest Light to show us the way;
God's perfect Savior to free us from sin;
God's tender Shepherd to care for our needs;
God's sure Foundation to make us secure;
God's fullest Joy to give us a song;
God's broken Bread to satisfy our hunger;
God's conquering King to rule in our hearts;
God's healing Fountain to make us whole;
God's highest Purpose to fulfill our longings;
God's quieting Peace to bring us rest;
God's redeeming Love to make us His own.
They will call him Immanuel, which means "God is with us."
Matthew 1:23 NLT
ALWAYS REMEMBER
by Roy Lessin
Always remember, when God made you
He did so with a purpose and plan.
He saw all your days before you lived one of them
a placed over you the covering of
His protective love.
He has allowed nothing to come into your life
that has not first been screened through that love.
His hand has remained upon you to this very day.
He calls you by name.
You are His beloved child..
the apple of His eye...
the delight of His heart.
Today you are in the exact place He wants you to be,
and tomorrow He will be with you
as He always has been-
in goodness, in kindness in faithfulness.
THROUGH ME
by Roy Lessin
Through me let there be kind words, a warm smile, a caring heart.
Through me let there be a willingness to listen
and a readiness to understand.
Through me let there be dependability, steadfastness,
trust and loyalty.
Through me let there be compassion, forgiveness, mercy and love.
Through me let there be every quality I find, O Lord, in Thee.
THE IMPACT OF ONE LIFE
by Roy Lessin
WHEN A STONE IS DROPPED INTO A LAKE,
IT QUICKLY DISAPPEARS FROM SIGHT--
BUT ITS IMPACT LEAVES BEHIND A SERIES OF RIPPLES
THAT BROADEN AND REACH ACROSS THE WATER.
IN THE SAME WAY,
THE IMPACT OF ONE LIFE LIVED FOR CHRIST
WILL LEAVE BEHIND AN INFLUENCE FOR GOOD
THAT WILL REACH THE LIVES OF MANY OTHERS.
NO MATTER HOW DIFFICULT THE CHALLENGE
by Roy Lessin
No matter how difficult the challenge,
when we spread our wings of faith
and allow the wings of God's Spirit to lift us,
no obstacle is too great to overcome.
AS YOU WAIT UPON THE LORD
by Roy Lessin
As you wait upon the Lord,
you learn to see things from
His perspective, move at
His pace, and function under
His directives.
Waiting times are growing times.
As you quiet your heart, you enter
His peace; as you sense your
weakness, you receive His strength;
as you lay down your will, you
hear His calling.
When you mount up,
you are being lifted by the wind of
His Spirit…
When you move ahead,
you are sensitive to His timing…
When you act, you give
yourself only to the things
He has asked you to do.
Joy & Peace This Easter
by Roy Lessin
Thank You, Lord,
for a costly cross...
an empty tomb...
a triumphant Savior...
and a heart set free
for all eternity!
10 Reasons to Come to Jesus
by Roy Lessin
Jesus replied, I assure you, most solemnly I tell you,
before Abraham was born, I AM.
John 8:58 AMP
Luke 2:11 - Jesus is the Savior,
come to Him and be forgiven and saved;
John 10:9 - Jesus is the Door,
come to Him and enter His provision;
John 6:51 - Jesus is the Bread of Life,
come to Him and feast at His table;
John 8:12 - Jesus is the Light of the World,
come to Him and see clearly;
John 10:14 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd,
come to Him and be led in right paths;
John 15:5 - Jesus is the Vine,
come to Him and abide in fruitfulness;
John 4:10 - Jesus gives living water,
come to Him and drink to the full;
John 11:25 - Jesus is the Resurrection,
come to Him and have blessed hope;
John 14:27 - Jesus gives peace,
come to Him and be not troubled;
John 1:33 - Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit,
come to Him and be empowered to witness.
The Hope of Heaven
by Roy Lessin
Only Christ can walk with us through the darkness
and bring us into the light of a new dawn.
Only Christ can give us hope and certainty
that one day we will understand more clearly
the things that are mysteries to us now.
Jesus is the Lighthouse that draws us toward the hope of heaven. He lights our way to paths of righteousness.
A Pastor Is…
by Roy Lessin
A pastor is an unusual person, indeed!
He gets his assignments from a voice no one else can hear.
He works for a bonus check that is only legal and tender in heaven.
He starts his day in the prayer closet instead of the wardrobe closet.
He climbs the ladder of success by taking the lowly place.
He receives nourishment by feeding sheep.
His greatest gains come by what he gives away.
He is more attracted to what people look like inwardly than outwardly.
He lives for God's approval rather than following the opinions of others.
He speaks from the depths of his heart rather than from the top of his head.
His richest treasures come from the investments he makes in the lives of others.
Pastor, God Has Chosen You
by Roy Lessin
God was the one who formed you, gave you the breath of life, and brought you into the world. He did this so that His arms could embrace you and His love could keep you—He wanted you to know that your relationship with Him would always be of more value than the things He would have you do for Him. He wanted you to be certain that He loved you completely before you ever did anything in His service, so that your service would never become a way of trying to earn His love or favor.
As you came to know His heart and hear His voice, you heard Him speak a call to your life. This call would mean that He would never ask you to do anything for Him that He expected you to do without Him. He alone would be the source of your sufficiency. His only desire would be that you would daily open your heart to His resources—He wanted you to be sure that you would never have to say, "I can't," without also being able to say, "He can!"
You are now in the place He has called you. He has made no mistakes in leading you here. Even in the hard places He is working out what is best—not only for you and for others, but also for His Kingdom. He is not looking at your statistics or programs to measure you; He is looking at your heart to see if you are faithful. He wants you to know that the results of your obedience are for Him to determine. Be assured that it is His presence that will keep you and make you strong.
You are in God's place at God's perfect time. Your days are in His hands, and He is your future. He has gifted you, and placed His hand upon you to bless you and make you a blessing. The burden of your ministry is not yours to carry—as you rest, He will work; as you abide, He will bring fruit; as you sow, He will give the increase. He is your shield and your exceeding great reward.
He is your provider. He will take care of you. He will nurture and sustain you. His Spirit is the wind to cool you, the water to refresh you, the power to enable you, the oil to anoint you, and the river that flows through you to touch the lives of others. Continue to be God's man, in God's place, doing God's will, in God's way, and always remember—God has chosen you!
Whoever follows Me...will have the light of life.
John 8:12
Come To Me
by Roy Lessin
When you are hurting, come to Me and I will bind your wounds. When you need to be assured, come to Me and I will give you My embrace. When you can no longer go on, come to Me and I will carry you. When you need comfort, come to Me and I will wipe your tears. When you are uncertain of My love, come to Me and I will speak My heart to you.
Leave Jesus?
Roy Lessin
Jesus said to the Twelve, Will you also go away? [And do you too desire to leave Me?] Simon Peter answered, Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words (the message) of eternal life.
John 6:67-68
Leave Jesus? Where else could we go?
We could never have a richer life;
We could never find a better way;
We could never know a deeper love;
We could never see a greater glory;
We could never belong to surer kingdom;
We could never possess a nobler purpose;
We could never stand upon a firmer foundation;
We could never receive a fuller joy;
We could never hear a higher call;
We could never walk with a truer friend.
©2017 Roy Lessin
Thought For Your Day
-Roy Lessin
Jesus loves you, no one could be kinder;
He cares for you, no one could be more thoughtful;
He prays for you, no one could be more understanding;
He guides you, no one could more watchful;
He keeps you, no one could be more protective.
©2017 Roy Lessin
THE BLOOD OF ACCESS
by Roy Lessin
Apr 03, 2017
When Jesus died, no human tore the veil from top to bottom, it was God. It was torn because Jesus’ blood now provided access into God’s presence. Jesus’ offering of Himself ended forever the need for another blood sacrifice. The work of our redemption was finished. Unhindered union and reconciliation with God were forever restored.
Today, does God seem inaccessible? He is not. Does His help seem unreachable? It is not. Does His favor and blessing seem unimaginable? They are not….The blood of Jesus has been shed; the veil has been torn; the invitation has been given; grace and mercy are extended; the way has been opened for you to come.
Hear His heart say, “Come to Me”
When you are hurting, come to Me and I will bind your wound.
When you need to be assured, come to Me and I will give you My embrace.
When you can no longer go on, come to Me and I will carry you.
When you need comfort, come to Me and I will wipe your tears.
When you are afraid, come to Me and I will calm your spirit.
When you are lonely, come to Me and I will be closer than a friend.
When you need to be refreshed, come to Me and I will anoint you with My oil.
When you are uncertain of My love, come to Me and I will speak My heart to you.
Because of the torn veil you can confidently come at any time, from any place, and with any need. The blood of Jesus has given you complete access into the Father’s presence. Prayer is yours, communion is yours, fellowship is yours, and help is yours.
““Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” ” Hebrews 4:16 NKJV
Prayer
Father, thank You for making a way for me to come to You through the blood of Your Son. My prayer is one of praise as expressed in this chorus…
I've found a way, through the blood, past the veil
To the Holy of Holies with God…
There in the presence of Jesus I stand,
Glorified Son at the Father's right hand,
There I can plead, I can claim, I can have,
All that He purchased for me.