You know the Bible is the best Mentor you can find. Within those 66 books are Words of guidance, instruction, teachings, and warnings. Also knowledge and wisdom, dos and don’ts? It’s all in there. From Genesis to Revelation.

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Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

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All the sufferings of this present age—sickness, pain, misery, disappointments, poverty, mistreatment, sorrow, persecution, and trouble of any kind — must be considered insignificant when compared with the blessing, experience, privileges, and glory that will be given to the faithful believer in the age to come.

In the Book of 2nd Corinthians 4th chapter verses, 8 and 17 we find words of strength in times of weakness; (8)”We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but now destroyed. (17) For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;”.

A Christian is an “earthen vessel” who sometimes experiences some or most of these things, yet you are not defeated because of the heavenly “treasure” within him or she is not defeated. Christianity is not the removal of weakness, nor is it merely the manifestation of divine power. Rather, it is the manifestation of divine power through human weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 says “And he said unto me. My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Grace is God’s presence, favor, and power. It is a force, a heavenly strength bestowed on those who call upon God. “For when I am weak, then am I strong” 2 Cor. 12:10 This means that in every affliction we may be more than conquerors by the power and love of God and that our weakness, troubles, and suffering open us up to the abundant grace of Christ and allow the life of Jesus to be manifested in our bodies.

Finding strength in weakness, reach for your Bible.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

SY Jesus Calling | FLSB  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barbara375/episodes/FINDING-STRENGTH-IN-WEAKNESS-e2n44tr

2 Tim. 4:16, 17

THE LORD STOOD WITH ME. “At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me.”

Some have said, “It is lonely at the top.” While the teams around them may surround a leader, they can feel isolated from others.

The loneliness of those in leadership can be attributed to several factors, including the need to maintain a professional persona. Also, they are held to higher standards than those that they lead.

While you will always accomplish more while working with others, you can’t always count on being supported or liked by everyone.  No matter what you do, some people will have difficulties and be negative.

THE LORD STOOD WITH ME.  Because of the severe persecution against the Christians in Rome, no one dared to identify himself with the faithful and outspoken apostle.  Paul was deeply disappointed and felt deserted. But in such times he experienced the LORD’s special nearness as He stood by him and strengthened him.

The road to true leadership can be lonely.  But once you have reached your goals, the rewards are enormous. 

Take a listen to “Leadership Can Be Lonely”.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

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Ex. 20:17

Thou shall not covet thy neighbor’s house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbor’s.

THOU SHALT NOT COVET: Coveting involves the desire or lust for all that is wrong or belongs to another person.

Paul claims this commandment reveals the depth of human sinfulness, Rom. 7:7—13. This law, as well as the others, exposes the depravity of men and women and calls for them to seek grace and moral power from God.

Focus on the blessings God gives you, not those of your neighbors. Trust and believe your gift has your name on it, God does not make mistakes.

“Mr. Smith brought his family, a new house. Here’s what you should say, hooray for the Smiths!”

Envy, it does not look good on you!

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | FLSB  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barbara375/episodes/DONT-BE-ENVIOUS-e2n2t1a

Behaving like a Christian means showing love, kindness, and genuine affection. Having diligence, fervent Spirit, and serving the LORD with all your heart, and mind.

Rejoicing in hope, patience in tribulation, and steadfast in prayer.

We are rejoicing and weeping with others, being of the same mindset of the teachings as Christ.

We are leaving revenge to God and overcoming evil with good.

We are showing generosity, hospitality, and blessing persecutors. Why? Because we were made in His image, we should be more like Him than they were.

Blessings,

Elder Hayes

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Php 4:13 NKJV

Rely upon the Power of God to bring about change in and to your life. You can shake off the old you and add a new bounce to your step. If you truly trust in Him and His Word, you can change.

Steady effort and determination for lasting changes, are there all within you! Have faith in God and faith in yourself.

Starting each day afresh and putting this verse to memory; “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Excellent! You got this!

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | FLSB    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barbara375/episodes/YOU-CAN-CHANGE-e2n0pnv

“You do not have because you do not ask God.” Jas. 4:2 NIV

The Bible in the Book of James mentions the most common problems in prayer: not asking, asking for the wrong things, asking for the wrong reasons, or just the plain failure to keep praying about it.

“You are jealous and covet [what others have] and your lust goes unfulfilled; so you murder. You are envious and cannot obtain [the object of your envy]; so you fight and battle. You do not have because you do not ask [it of God]. You ask [God for something] and do not receive it, because you ask with wrong motives [out of selfishness or with an unrighteous agenda], so that [when you get what you want] you may spend it on your [hedonistic] desires.“

Do you talk to God at all? and when you do it is to ask for something. Do you ask to satisfy your own desires? Do you seek God’s approval for what you already plan to do? Your prayers will become powerful when you allow God to change your desires so that they perfectly correspond to His will for you (1 John 3:21, 22).

Trust and believe in God for all things. If your request is His Will for you, He will bless you. God knows what we need even before we ask of Him. Never fail to forget the goodness of God and His mercies toward those who trust and believe in Him.

Don’t give up or give in, keep praying about it and the LORD will answer one way or another.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | LAB | AMP

THE CHURCH WITHIN YOU! PODCAST

1 PETER 3:7

Peter mentions three things husbands must be concerned about concerning their wives.

• They must be considerate and understanding, living with their wives in love and harmony with God’s Word (Eph. 5:25—33; Col. 3:19).
• They must show respect to them as equal heirs of the grace of God and salvation.  This requires that wives be honored, provided for, helped, and protected according to their needs.  “Weaker” probably refers to the woman’s physical strength.  A husband must praise and highly treasure his wife as she endeavors to love and help him according to God’s will.
• They must be concerned about their wives’ unjust and improper treatment.  Peter indicates that a husband who fails to live with his wife in an understanding way and to give her honor as a fellow child of God will damage his relationship with God by creating a barrier between his prayers and God (Col. 3:19).  

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Blessings and enjoy!

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

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MY FATHER’S HOUSE. This phrase refers to heaven, for Jesus must “go” there to prepare a place for us (Mat. 6:9). God has a home where there are many rooms and to which the “household of God” now on earth (Eph. 2:19) will be transferred; “here we have no continuing city” (Heb. 13:14).

As certain as Christ went to heaven, He shall return from His Father’s presence and take His followers to be with Him in heaven, to the place prepared for them. This is the hope of all believers. The ultimate purpose of the LORD’s return is that believers may forever be with Him.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

SY Jesus Calling | FLSB

EVERY DAY I WILL BLESS THEE. No day should pass without praising and thanking God for His blessings and gifts to us. He is our Maker, Redeemer, and Provider.

The LORD is Gracious. This oft-repeated refrain expresses God’s delight in showing mercy. When He sees misery, it moves His heart to compassion. He is slow to become angry at our offenses and quickly shows mercy when forgiveness is requested.

HE IS NIGH UNTO ALL THEM THAT CALL UPON HIM.

All who call upon God in truth (i.e., with a sincere and upright heart) may be assured that He is near.  He will hear their prayer, fulfill their desire for help, and work for their deliverance.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

FLSB