Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)

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Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)
Shared by: Craig Lock
Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity, pursuit of peace
Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock
http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html and http://goo.gl/vTpjk

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at

http://www.peacepursuit.wordpress.com

http://www.sportforpeace.wordpress.com

http://www.buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com

http://www.buildbridgesofunderstanding.wordpress.com

http://www.breakdownwalls.wordpress.com

http://religiousunity.wordpress.com

http://www.sharefaith.wordpress.com. wordpress.com

http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com + so many others I can’t keep track (obsessive or WHAT!)

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

Publishing Guidelines:

We hope that the following extract including some thoughts from a new “work”, which he’s currently writing titled ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’) may be informative and helpful to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. This piece (as with all my writings) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps others “out there” on the ‘amazing journey of life’, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

Submitter’s Note: This extract forms part of a manuscript on which Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) called ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES, FAR AND GREAT HORIZONS’: true and inspirational stories. Let the Journey Begin… *

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons”)

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could merely become possibility thinkers.

The claims of Jesus:

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a follower of Christ is offering yourself to Him and following His teachings: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing opportunities for growth!

You will: * Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today.”

Amen

From The New Possibility Thinkers Bible by Robert H Schuller and Paul David Dunn (by Thomas Nelson Inc, 1996) *

Jesus was not just a figure from history and the Bible a series of stories (“fairy-tales”), I truly believe. It’s a way of presenting the Word of God. Jesus entered into a new form of existence with His “wealth of spirit”. Christ is a beacon, “the anchor of our faith”. Christianity is not a series of “do’s and don’t’s”, but a living faith that transforms lives, as people meet a risen saviour.”

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs human beings in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Following the teachings of Jesus shows us ways of living and principles that we can ALL learn. Something WILL happen in your life. God WILL change things. These are simple principles, that can dramatically change our lives for the better.

Choose hope despite your circumstances. God has the amazing ability to bring make something beautiful out of brokenness in our life. Amazing! God can take an ordinary person, any situation and turn it into something amazing. Jesus, the Hope-Giver will use your life for good.

It was a defining moment in my life; it sculpted who I am today. God uses our deepest valleys. He can take any situation in life and use it for His glory. Changes people, regardless of their circumstances. Jesus gives us HOPE. It’s a CHOICE – He WILL be faithful.

The unlimited power of Christ to change lives. You too can be filled with His limitless generosity of spirit. A “spark in the soul” can lead to snow-capped peaks of accomplishment.

God never gives up on His children

(From ‘Hour of Power’) *

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus related to all societies and people – the common fabric of humanity.

He was “a voice for the voiceless”. Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs humans in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

He had a passion for peace, mutual tolerance, interaction between different faiths and respect for all. Jesus taught that violence achieves nothing, whether it comes from terrorists or from the response to terrorists. Christ told us to love our enemies, not to shoot them, send them to concentration camps, or blow them up! And loving ones enemies was and still is a revolutionary statement 2000 years later!

In Jesus’ own life was the key of his nearness to God, that he expressed as no other could, the spirit and will of God. The person that IS Jesus Christ makes God REAL within me.

The life and death of Jesus gives each one of us HOPE: to choose hope despite our circumstances. We are choosing hope over fear, unity over division.

*

“Lord, Make me a channel for your peace to flow through, to share your message of hope and love with as many souls, lives as possible…a window for your light to shine through to everyone I meet.

God, Use my ‘little’ life as a focus for Your Infinite Possibilities.

craig

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE.
http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html http://www.craiglockbooks.com

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock
http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4

http://www.amazon.co.uk/-/e/B005GGMAW4

http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html and http://goo.gl/vTpjk

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at

http://www.peacepursuit.wordpress.com

http://www.sportforpeace.wordpress.com

http://www.buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com

http://www.buildbridgesofunderstanding.wordpress.com

http://www.breakdownwalls.wordpress.com

http://religiousunity.wordpress.com

http://www.sharefaith.wordpress.com. wordpress.com

http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com + so many others I can’t keep track (obsessive or WHAT!)

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a better and brighter future.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.” – inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED

“God is leading us to the light…

and what we learn in the darkness, we are to share in the eternal light.”

:

“The greatest mountain we need to climb lies in our our own minds”. It’s not the highest mountain that we conquer, but ourselves, our own mentality. Overcoming perceived limits to reach (attain) the pinnacle of our own minds.”

“The greatest mountain we need to climb lies in our our own minds”. It’s not the highest mountain that we conquer, but ourselves, our own mentality. Overcoming perceived limits to reach (attain) the pinnacle of our own minds.”

– craig (as inspired by the words of Sir Edmund Hillary, conquerer of Mount Everest (1919-2008)

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)

“but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
– Isiah 40:31 (New International Version)

Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)
Shared by: Craig Lock
Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity
Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html and http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock

Craig’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at www.sharefaith.wordpress.com.wordpress.com

www.buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com

www.buildbridgesofunderstanding.wordpress.com

www.breakdownwalls.wordpress.com

http://religiousunity.wordpress.com

www.peacepursuit.wordpress.com

http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com + so many others I can’t keep track (obsessive or WHAT!)

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

Publishing Guidelines:

We hope that the following extract including some thoughts from a new “work”, which he’s currently writing titled ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’) may be informative and helpful to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. This piece (as with all my writings) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps others “out there” on the ‘amazing journey of life’, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

Submitter’s Note: This extract forms part of a manuscript on which Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) called ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES, FAR AND GREAT HORIZONS’: true and inspirational stories. Let the Journey Begin… *

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons”)

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could merely become possibility thinkers.

The claims of Jesus:

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a follower of Christ is offering yourself to Him and following His teachings: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing opportunities for growth!

You will: * Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today.”

Amen

From The New Possibility Thinkers Bible by Robert H Schuller and Paul David Dunn (by Thomas Nelson Inc, 1996) *

Jesus was not just a figure from history and the Bible a series of stories (“fairy-tales”), I truly believe. It’s a way of presenting the Word of God. Jesus entered into a new form of existence with His “wealth of spirit”. Christ is a beacon, “the anchor of our faith”. Christianity is not a series of “do’s and don’t’s”, but a living faith that transforms lives, as people meet a risen saviour.”

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs human beings in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Following the teachings of Jesus shows us ways of living and principles that we can ALL learn. Something WILL happen in your life. God WILL change things. These are simple principles, that can dramatically change our lives for the better.

Choose hope despite your circumstances. God has the amazing ability to bring make something beautiful out of brokenness in our life. Amazing! God can take an ordinary person, any situation and turn it into something amazing. Jesus, the Hope-Giver will use your life for good.

It was a defining moment in my life; it sculpted who I am today. God uses our deepest valleys. He can take any situation in life and use it for His glory. Changes people, regardless of their circumstances. Jesus gives us HOPE. It’s a CHOICE – He WILL be faithful.

The unlimited power of Christ to change lives. You too can be filled with His limitless generosity of spirit. A “spark in the soul” can lead to snow-capped peaks of accomplishment.

God never gives up on His children

(From ‘Hour of Power’) *

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus related to all societies and people – the common fabric of humanity.

He was “a voice for the voiceless”. Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs humans in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

He had a passion for peace, mutual tolerance, interaction between different faiths and respect for all. Jesus taught that violence achieves nothing, whether it comes from terrorists or from the response to terrorists. Christ told us to love our enemies, not to shoot them, send them to concentration camps, or blow them up! And loving ones enemies was and still is a revolutionary statement 2000 years later!

In Jesus’ own life was the key of his nearness to God, that he expressed as no other could, the spirit and will of God. The person that IS Jesus Christ makes God REAL within me.

The life and death of Jesus gives each one of us HOPE: to choose hope despite our circumstances. We are choosing hope over fear, unity over division.

*

“Lord, Make me a channel for your peace to flow through, to share your message of hope and love with as many souls, lives as possible…a window for your light to shine through to everyone I meet.

God, Use my ‘little’ life as a focus for Your Infinite Possibilities.

craig

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE. http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.htmlhttp://www.craiglockbooks.com

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4  http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html and http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock

Craig’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at www.sharefaith.wordpress.com.wordpress.com

www.buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com

www.buildbridgesofunderstanding.wordpress.com

www.breakdownwalls.wordpress.com

http://religiousunity.wordpress.com 

www.peacepursuit.wordpress.com

http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com + so many others I can’t keep track (obsessive or WHAT!)

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a better and brighter future.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.” – inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED

“God is leading us to the light…

and what we learn in the darkness, we are to share in the eternal light.”

:

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)

Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)
Shared by: Craig Lock
Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity
Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at https://sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

Publishing Guidelines:

We hope that the following extract including some thoughts from a new “work”, which he’s currently writing titled ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’) may be informative and helpful to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. This piece (as with all my writings) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps others “out there” on the ‘amazing journey of life’, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

Submitter’s Note: This extract forms part of a manuscript on which Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) called ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES, FAR AND GREAT HORIZONS’: true and inspirational stories. Let the Journey Begin… *

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons”)

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could merely become possibility thinkers.

The claims of Jesus:

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a follower of Christ is offering yourself to Him and following His teachings: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing opportunities for growth!

You will: * Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today.”

Amen

From The New Possibility Thinkers Bible by Robert H Schuller and Paul David Dunn (by Thomas Nelson Inc, 1996) *

Jesus was not just a figure from history and the Bible a series of stories (“fairy-tales”), I truly believe. It’s a way of presenting the Word of God. Jesus entered into a new form of existence with His “wealth of spirit”. Christ is a beacon, “the anchor of our faith”. Christianity is not a series of “do’s and don’t’s”, but a living faith that transforms lives, as people meet a risen saviour.”

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs human beings in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Following the teachings of Jesus shows us ways of living and principles that we can ALL learn. Something WILL happen in your life. God WILL change things. These are simple principles, that can dramatically change our lives for the better.

Choose hope despite your circumstances. God has the amazing ability to bring make something beautiful out of brokenness in our life. Amazing! God can take an ordinary person, any situation and turn it into something amazing. Jesus, the Hope-Giver will use your life for good.

It was a defining moment in my life; it sculpted who I am today. God uses our deepest valleys. He can take any situation in life and use it for His glory. Changes people, regardless of their circumstances. Jesus gives us HOPE. It’s a CHOICE – He WILL be faithful.

The unlimited power of Christ to change lives. You too can be filled with His limitless generosity of spirit. A “spark in the soul” can lead to snow-capped peaks of accomplishment.

God never gives up on His children

(From ‘Hour of Power’) *

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus related to all societies and people – the common fabric of humanity.

He was “a voice for the voiceless”. Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs humans in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

He had a passion for peace, mutual tolerance, interaction between different faiths and respect for all. Jesus taught that violence achieves nothing, whether it comes from terrorists or from the response to terrorists. Christ told us to love our enemies, not to shoot them, send them to concentration camps, or blow them up! And loving ones enemies was and still is a revolutionary statement 2000 years later!

In Jesus’ own life was the key of his nearness to God, that he expressed as no other could, the spirit and will of God. The person that IS Jesus Christ makes God REAL within me.

The life and death of Jesus gives each one of us HOPE: to choose hope despite our circumstances. We are choosing hope over fear, unity over division.

*

“Lord, Make me a channel for your peace to flow through, to share your message of hope and love with as many souls, lives as possible…a window for your light to shine through to everyone I meet.

God, Use my ‘little’ life as a focus for Your Infinite Possibilities.

craig

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE. http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.htmlhttp://www.craiglockbooks.com

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html

Also https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglockwww.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books + www.lulu.com/craiglock

(enough of that negativity, cut it out right NOW and start really believing in possibility thinking, now “chappie”!)
“Yessir!”

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at https://sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a better and brighter future.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.” – inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED

“God is leading us to the light…

and what we learn in the darkness, we are to share in the eternal light.”

 

 

:

STEPPING STONES TO FAITH

“STEPPING STONES TO FAITH”

from the Bible; my guiding star and “source of divine inspiration.”*

* “God’s word as written by inspired human beings”

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An INDEX (of quick, short uplifting, empowering and inspirational thoughts)

  Though I’m not “overly religious but way more “spiritual”, these thoughts from The Possibility Thinker’s Bible by Dr RH Schuller and PD Dunn (published by Thomas Nelson publisher) have served to sustain, encourage and even inspire me down “my long unchartered path these past two decades. I am sharing these thoughts by Dr Robert Schuller in a “spirit of encouragement.”I’ve added  some of my own short thoughts  and truly hope they may do the same for you, no matter where you are on the path of life: whether you may be in the deepest valley or already standing on the highest peak in life’s often very hard, but always mysterious and magical journey.

Enjoy…

                                            #

Whatever you want to do, a project, your purpose, even your life mission

… first

* Decide to Begin

Make the decision!

* The Faith of Abraham

* Streams of Living Water

* God’s Covenant – Forgiveness

* Peace – It’s All in the Word

* Allow God  time to work plans in your life

Give God/life time to work things out…even the biggest mess!

Be patient (“Lord, give me more patience, but I want it right NOW!”)

It WILL happen, come together in the fulness of time

Just wait and see!

* Alive and Flowing

* Dare to Decide

This inevitably demands some sacrifices and risk.

“Only the man or woman who risks something is truly free.”

* No One is Too Far From God’s Love

* A Peak Experience

* There is Power (great) in Faith

* Listen for God’s Voice

“The still quiet voice within”

“We have it within; but we get it all from without. There is a well-spring of strength, wisdom, courage and great imagination within each one of us; but once we draw on this truth, it gets watered from without, by a Higher Source – the Ultimate Source of Life and Love, which is God, the very Ground of our Being.”

– me

* David and Goliath

* Making Peace with Your Enemies

* Find a Pass Through

* On the High Places

* I Say to You, “Arise”

* When Faced with a Mountain, I Will Not Quit

Tunnel Underneath

* The Pinnacle of the Temple

* Our Greatest Enemy

* Swallow Your Hurts

* Climb out of Your Rut

* You Can Rise from the Ashes…

one day, like a phoenix

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley, can one ever know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak”

– powerful and inspiring words from “guess who”?

– “tricky dicky” Nixon

* The Lord is My Shepherd

* Guide Me, Lord

 

* Make a (the) Commitment

“Be bold and unseen forces come to one’s aid.”

One of my favourites for “many, many moons”

* The Remote Places

* Give God Your Burdens

Hand them over, in an attitude of submission.

* Start Singing (for joy…even in the tough times)

 

“Tough times don’t last, but tough people do.”

– Dr RH Schuller

* God’s Shepherd in the Wilderness

* Be A Dreamer

* Chart the Course

* Faith Scans the Horizon

* Let Go and Let God… Let Good  Flow In

* Seasons of Faith

* Reach for the Stars..

and you may just reach them

* Sow the Seed of Faith

* Lord, Send Us

* Light in a Land of Darkness

* The Desert – a Garden

* Face Reality with Hope

* The Crooked Made  Straight

* Soar On Wings of Eagles

“Be the very best person you can be with “loads of” FUN. Become the person you are CAPABLE of being … and ALL the person God,

Our Creator intended and CALLED us to become.”

“When I let go of who (and what) I think I am, then I become all that I am capable of being.”

– Craig Lock (as adapted and inspired from Lao Tzu)

* Welcome the Adventure

* God’s Word – a Foundation for Faith

* Open Your Mind to God

“The task ahead of you can always be overcome by the power within you…and the often seemingly difficult or even “impassible”) path ahead of you is never as steep with the great spirit that lies within you.”

“We have it within; but we get it all from without. There is a well-spring of strength, wisdom, courage and great imagination within each one of us; but once we draw on this truth, it gets watered from without, by a Higher Source – the Ultimate Source of Life and Love, which is God, the very Ground of our Being.”

* Many Logs Burn Brightly Together

* God Still Makes Miracles

* The Olive Tree

* Pursue Your Vision (with passion, persistence and determination)

* Affirm Your Faith (frequently)

* Announce Your Intentions

(to others). Share your dream….publically???

* Allow God To Do the Unexpected (In your life)

* Called to Prepare the Way

* You are the Light of the World (???)

* A House Built on Rock

* Stilling the Storm

* Reach out in Faith

* The Mustard Seed

* The Lost Sheep

* Faith to Move Mountains

* Faith Makes the Impossible Possible

“It was always seems impossible….

until it gets done.”

– Nelson Mandela

* Let Down Your Nets

* Never Look Back

* The Good Samaritan

* Teach Us to Pray

* The Lost Coin

* The Prodigal Son

* Return to Give Thanks

Live in an ‘Attitude of Gratitude’: for what you DO have!

* Change Your Direction

when you are not getting what you desire…perhaps??

Render to God What is God’s

…and to Caesar what is Caesars (seperation of Church and State)

* Garden of Gethsamene;

Going through tormentb and some times the BIG choices we have to make in life

* The Empty Tomb – a Silent Witness

* Family of God

* Spirit of God

* Expect the Unexpected

* Find a Hurt and Heal It (find a need in others and fulfil it)

* Sent by God

* Jesus the Good Shepherd

* Servant of All

* In My Father’s House

* Peter’s  Denial to Declaration

* Believe it Before You See It

“Believing is seeing”

* Respect Those Around You

* Go into All the World

* Take a Leap of Faith

* The Unnamed Men and Women

* Great People- Ordinary People

“Great people are just ordinary people with extraordinary amounts of determination”

* Son of Encouragement (Barnabas)

* Followers of the Way

* Forgiveness for Everyone

* Faith Can Fill Your Life

* You CAN Do It!

* You are Living Stones

* Washing the Windows of the Soul

* Success in Failure

“Failure is never final…however success is never ending.”

* Speak of God’s Presence

* It’s a Living Breathing Faith

* Change Your Thoughts and Change Your World

* Grace is a Gift from God

* God’s Dream is YOURS

* Press Toward the Goal

“I press towards the goal, the prize in Christ Jesus”

* What is our Goal?

* Set Your Mind on Things Above

* Hidden Treasure

* Co-Workers with God

We are Co-Workers, “co-creators and partners” with God

* Season Your World

* Servants are First

* Creative Meditation (Mediation??)

“The first shall be last… and the last first”

* Speak with Confidence

* Take a Positive Plunge

* Have Faith in Your Faith

Nothing much can be achieved without faith

* Replace Stress with Success

“Be still and know that I am God.”

* Keep Working on Yourself

It’s a “work in progress” (got a long way to go then, craig!)

* I will Build My Church

* God Loves You and So Do I

(even though everyone else may think you’re an idiot – said that to some “very straight churchies” and they all burst out laughing!)

Have a Reason to Believe,

a Purpose to live for

From The Possibility Thinker’s Bible by Dr RH Schuller and PD Dunn (with some of my own thoughts added)

 shared with great thanks by craig (“information and inspiration distributer, incorrigible encourager and people-builder”)

 “Together, one mind, one heart, one life at a time, lets see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

Submitter’s Note:

 Just typing and sharing these short “torts” of Dr Schuller (snr) with you “out there in cyberspace “has greatly motivated, encouraged, perhaps even “inspired” me to strive for my own dreams, ‘Endless Possibilities, Far Horizons. So I’ll keep “working” on these quick “torts” and elaborate i( big word, eh!) on them  in a new much longer article…or perhaps a new book. T hope, I trust that these shared writings may do the same to you.

 Till the next article…go well

craig

“I’m just a pencil in the hands of God.” – Mother Teresa

About the submitter:
Craig believes in (and loves) sharing information and insights to try to make a difference in this world: to help and especially encourage people along life’s magical journey … and that brings him the greatest joy. In his life mission Craig hopes to help, encourage, motivate, uplift and perhaps even inspire people to be their best through realising their full potentials. His dream is seeing people reach for and perhaps even achieve their wildest dreams.

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html

Also https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1(+ https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831) www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock and www.lulu.com/craiglock

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at www.sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.

“The world’s smallest and most exclusive bookstore”

“Together, one mind, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, empower, uplift, encourage … and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

“What we are is God’s gift to us. What we become is our gift to God.”

God IS blessing you

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’)

Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’)

Shared by: Craig Lock

Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith

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The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at www.sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, ‘spiritual writings’ (how ‘airey-fairey’), words of inspiration

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We hope that the following extract including some thoughts from a new “work”, which he’s currently writing titled ‘Endless Possibilities:Let the Journey Begin’) may be informative and helpful to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. This piece (as with all my writings) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps others “out there” on the ‘amazing journey of life’, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

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SUBMITTER’S NOTE:

This extract forms part of a manuscript on which Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) called ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES: Far and Great Horizons’ – true and inspirational stories about the “resilience of humanity”. Let the Journey Begin… *

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from ‘Endless Possibilities – Far and Great Horizons)

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could merely become possibility thinkers.

The claims of Jesus:

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a follower of Christ is offering yourself to Him and following His teachings: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing opportunities for growth!

You will:

* Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today.”

Amen

From The New Possibility Thinkers Bible by Robert H Schuller and Paul David Dunn (by Thomas Nelson Inc, 1996) *

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Jesus was not just a figure from history and the Bible a series of stories (“fairy-tales”), I truly believe. It’s a way of presenting the Word of God. Jesus entered into a new form of existence with His “wealth of spirit”. Christ is a beacon, “the anchor of our faith”. Christianity is not a series of “do’s and don’t’s”, but a living faith that transforms lives, as people meet a risen saviour.”

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus related to all societies and people – the common fabric of humanity.

He was “a voice for the voiceless”. Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs humans in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

He had a passion for peace, mutual tolerance, interaction between different faiths and respect for all. Jesus taught that violence achieves nothing, whether it comes from terrorists or from the response to terrorists. Christ told us to love our enemies, not to shoot them, send them to concentration camps, or blow them up! And loving ones enemies was and still is a revolutionary statement 2000 years later!

In Jesus’ own life was the key of his nearness to God, that he expressed as no other could, the spirit and will of God. The person that IS Jesus Christ makes God REAL within me.

The life and death of Jesus gives each one of us HOPE: to choose hope despite our circumstances. We are choosing hope over fear, unity over division.

Shared by craig (“information and inspiration distributer, incorrigible encourager and people-builder”)

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.”

– inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

 

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE. http://www.craiglockbooks.com http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html

The various books* that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.htmlhttp://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) www.lulu.com/craiglockhttps://www.xinxii.com/asresults.phps4=craig+lock&sid=1&osCsid=7d30atm8g…www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com

Craig’s new book ‘The Spirit of a True Champion: A Look into the Mind of Jesus Christ’ is already available at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007E2WXW0

“Lord, Make me a channel for your peace to flow through, to share your message of hope and love with as many souls, lives as possible…a window for your light to shine through to everyone I meet.

God, Use my ‘little’ life as a focus for Your Infinite Possibilities. “

craig

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED (with acknowledgment to Dr Robert H Schuller, please)

“God is leading us to the light…

and what we learn in the darkness, we are to share in the eternal light.”

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LETTERS (from ‘The Life Application Bible)

Article Title: LETTERS (from ‘The Life Application Bible)

Shared by: Craig Lock

Category (key words):

Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, ‘spiritual writings’ (how ‘airey-fairey’), words of inspiration

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We hope that the following piece may be thought-provoking, interesting, informative and helpful* to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. * enough adjectives, Craig?

This article may be freely reproduced (with acknowledgment to the source, thanks). If it helps others “out there” in any way, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

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LETTERS * (from THE LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE) * FOLLOWS THE GOSPELS (In THE BIBLE)

Notes and comment sourced from the LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE published by Tyndall House Publishers, Inc, Wheaton, Ilinois, USA. Key words: Life Application Bible, Tyndall House Publishers, Christianity, Bible, Letters

INTRODUCTION Here are some of my notes from the Letters in the Life Application Study Bible (in point form). This material has been sourced from my studies, extracts and notes from LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE published by Tyndall House Publishers (1996)

As I research and study this excellent Bible (New Living translation) given to me by my good friend, Lindsay, ‘The Prophet’ (“just another nobody for Jesus”) , I’m taking notes. And as I learn and grow spiritually… so in turn, am passing on these words of wisdom (eternal). I hope, I trust that they may encourage, empower, uplift and hopefully even perhaps inspire you as they do me. And this is my reason for sharing.

Thank you sincerely to the many contributers, as`well as Tyndall House Publishers for the immense work you have put into your inspiring ‘New Possibility Thinkers Bible’ and for encouraging me from the depths of despair to pursue my dreams through thinking endless possibilities through faith in Jesus Christ.

craig

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can one know how magnificent it feels to stand on the highest peak.” – powerful and inspiring words from former US President, Richard Nixon *

“Aim at heaven and you’ll have earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you’ll hit neither” – CS Lewis

INTRODUCTION

And each day the devout “Prophet” diligently read his green-jacketed Bible and made notes. He also passed on his knowledge to his disciples, who visited him in his small flat, which was known as the “Church of Holy Truth and Wisdom” in the local community. The “Prophet” was an excellent teacher, explaining the beliefs of Christianity simply to his frequent visitors. Though he had little money, he was a very generous man with a wonderful gift of hospitality bestowing tea, coffee and biscuits on all who called, many of them “lost souls” (the “ten percenters” as he called them), those poor people, who had lost meaning and direction in life)… and he got even better at his simple teachings to his friends, as the holy spirit filled him with even more clarity with the slow passing of the years. * Here are some of my notes from the NEW TESTAMENT # (which I’ll add to from time to time), which I find extremely helpful, encouraging, empowering and inspiring in my daily living…in every aspect of my life…TODAY and EVERYDAY

# New King James Version “A life lived in the Spirit of Christ will never die.” * ACTS Purpose: To give an accurate account of the birth and growth of the Christian church. The church can be a vibrant agent for change in the world (for the better). Acts is the connecting link between Christ’s life and the Life of the church, between the Gospels and the Letters Key verse: “But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power and will tell people about me everywhere- in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (1:8) After the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Peter breached boldly and performed many miracles. Because of the Holy Spirit, God’s people were empowered, so they could accomplish their tasks. The Holy Spirit is available to empower believers… TODAY. We should turn to the Holy Spirit to give us the strength, courage and insight to accomplish our work for God. The gospel could not be confined to one corner of the world. This was a faith that offered hope to ALL humanity. Witness, love and serve. * ROMANS Purpose: To introduce Paul to the Romans and to give a sample of his message before he arrives in Rome. Paul presents the Good News: Salvation is open to ALL. We are saved by grace (unearned, undeserved favor from God) through faith (complete trust) in Christ and his finished work.. Through Him we can stand before God, justified, “not guilty” (3:21 – 5:21)

KEY VERSE “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us” (5:1) * 1 CORINTHIANS Purpose To identify problems in the Corinthian Church, to offer solutions, and to teach the believers how to live for Christ in a corrupt society. Key Verse “Now dear brothers and sisters, I appeal to you by the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ to stop arguing among yourselves. Let there be real harmony, so there won’t be divisions in the church. I plead with you to be of one mind, united in thought and purpose.” (1:10) * GALATIANS We are saved by faith, not by the good that we do. Have you placed your whole trust and confidence in Christ? He alone can forgive you and bring you into a relationship with God. When the Holy Spirit leads us, he produces his fruit in us. Just as we are saved by faith, not deeds, we also grow by faith.

* EPHESIANS To strengthen and encourage the churches in the area Key Verses: ” We are all one body, we have the same Spirit, and we have all been called to the same glorious future. There is only one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and there is only one God and Father, who is over us all and in us all and living through us all” (4:4-6) God’s Purpose According to God’s eternal, loving plan, He directs, carries out and sustains our salvation. Unity in Christ

PHILLIPPIANS Purpose: To thank the Phillipians for the gift they had sent Paul and to strengthen these believers by showing them that true joy comes from Jesus Christ alone. Paul wrote this letter to encourage them in their faith. Key Verse “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again – rejoice!” Happiness depends on happenings, but joy depends on Christ. Be humble. Laying aside self-interest is essential for all our relationships. We are to take Christ’s attitude in serving others. We must renounce personal recognition and fulfillmerit. When we give up our self interest, we can serve with joy, love, and kindness. We can have joy, even in hardship. Joy does not come from outward circumstances, but from inward strength. Followers of Christ get their joy from Christ within. 1.Joy in suffering 2.Joy in serving 3. Joy in believing 4. Joy in giving What we put into our mind, determines what comes out in our words and actions. Paul tells us to program our mind with thoughts that are true, honourable, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent , and worthy of praise. Focus all your energies towards winning the race. Spiritual exercise will help you grow in faith and character. “For I can do everything with the help of Christ, who gives me the strength I need.” (4:13) Can we really do everything? The power we receive in union with Christ is sufficient to do his will and to face the challenges that arise from our commitment to doing it. Ask Christ to strengthen YOU! “And this same God, who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” (4:19) “May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.” (4:23) *

COLOSSIANS Purpose: To combat errors in the church and show believers have everything they need in Christ, the fullness of God The Author of Reconciliation. Basis of the believer’s hope. The source of a believer’s power for a new life. In this letter Paul clearly teaches that Christ has paid for sin, that Christ has reconciled us to God… and that Christ gives us the power to grow spiritually and be all that we can become. Union with Christ Because our sin has been forgiven and we have been reconciled to God, we have a union with Christ that can never be broken. Because Christ is God, he is head of the church We must not cling to our own ideas and try to blend them into Christianity. Christ is our hope and our true source of wisdom.

* 1 THESSALONIANS Purpose To strengthen the Christian Thessalonians in their faith and give them the assurance of Christ’s return Key Verse “For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus comes, God will bring back with Jesus all the Christians who have died.” (4:14) * 1 TIMOTHY Purpose: To give encouragement and instruction to Timothy, a young leader To give practical advice to the ministry. Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. “There is only one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and people.” (2:6) We human beings are separated from God by sin, and only one person in the universe is our mediator and can stand between us and God and bring us together again – Jesus, who is both God and man. Jesus’s sacrifice brought new life to all people.

* 2 TIMOTHY Paul passed on to Timothy the torch of leadership Tells us to use his gifts with boldness, prepare others to follow him in the ministry, be disciplined and ready to endure suffering, keep his eyes and mind focussed on Christ. Paul, the missionary apostle was a man of deep faith, undying love, constant hope, tenacious conviction, and profound insight. And he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to give us God’s message. Paul and Timothy were active in preaching and teaching the Good News about Jesus Christ. Paul encouraged Timothy not only to carry the torch of truth, but also to train others, passing on to them sound doctrine and enthusiasm for Christ’s mission. “With the strength God gives you, be ready to suffer with me for the proclamation of the Good News.” (1:8) “Teach these great truths to trustworthy people, who are able to pass them on to others.” (2:2) “It is God’s way of preparing us in every way, fully equipped for every good thing God wants us to do.” (3:17). The purpose: to equip us to do good.

Paul’s final words… “I have fought the (a) good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me – the crown of righteousness that the Lord, the righteousness Judge, will give me on that great day of his return. And the prize is not just for me, but for all who regularly look forward to his glorious return.” (4:7-8) * TITUS Are you putting your faith into action by serving others?

PHILEMON Purpose To convince Philemon to forgive his runaway slave, Onesimus, and to accept him as a brother in the faith. * HEBREWS

Hebrews is a masterful document written to Jews who were evaluating Jesus or struggling with this new faith. The message of Hebrews is that Jesus is better, Christianity is superior, Christ is supreme and completely sufficient for salvation. Purpose To present the sufficiency and superiority of Christ Key Verse: “The Son reflects God’s own glory, and everything about him reflects God exactly.” (1:3) Jesus alone can forgive our sins. He has secured our forgiveness and salvation by his death on the cross. Jesus guarantees our access to God, the Father. He intercedes for us, so that we can boldly come to the Father with our needs. Christ removed sin. Jesus is the fulfillment and culmination of God’s revelation through the centuries. “Let us run with endurance the race that God has set before us.” (12:1) Faith: Faith is confident trust in God’s promises. God’s greatest promise to us is that we can be saved through Jesus. Endurance Faith enables Christians to face trials – the commitment to stay true to God when we are under fire. Endurance builds character and leads to victory. * JAMES (the brother of Jesus and a leader in the Jerusalem church) Purpose To expose hypocritical practices and to teach right Christian behavior. James says, it is not enough to talk the faith WE MUST LIVE THE FAITH Prove it by your actions! Genuine faith will inevitably produce good deeds Read James and become a doer of the Word (1:22-25) Key Verse: “Now someone may argue, Some people have faith; others have good deeds.’ I say, ‘I can’t se your faith if you don’t have good deeds; but I will show you my faith through my good deeds.” (2:18) Sincere service. Put our faith into action. Love one another. Prayer is part of God’s healing process. Be responsible for how we live each day. Belief, faith, trust * 1 PETER

Offer encouragement to suffering Christians “These trials are only to test your faith.” … So if your faith remains strong after being tried by fiery trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honour on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.” (1:7) “Turn away from evil and do good. Work hard at living in peace with others. The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. But the Lord turns His face against those who do evil” (3:11,12) * 2 PETER Purpose To warn Christians about false teachers and to exhort them to grow in their faith in and knowledge of Christ. To encourage followers. Key Verse: “As we know Jesus better, his divine power gives us everything we need for living a godly life. He has called us to receive his own glory and goodness.” (1:3) Christ’s Return One day Christ will create a new heaven and earth, where we will live forever. As Christians, our hope is in this promise. But with Christ’s return, comes his judgment on all who refuse to believe. “Their words are like a light shining in a dark place – until the day Christ appears and his brilliant light shines in your hearts.” (1:19)

* 1 JOHN Purpose: To reassure Christians in their faith and to counter false teachings. John is the apostle of love, and love is mentioned throughout this letter. Love is action – showing others we care- not just saying it. To show love we must give of our time and money to meet the needs of others. John presents God as “life” (5:1-21) John was written to let you know the reality of God through your faith in Christ. 1. God is light Live in the light. God is truth. 2. God is love Discern false prophets. 3. God is life Make the most of every opportunity

* 2 JOHN Purpose To emphasize the basics of following Christ – truth and love – and to warn against false teachers. Christ is truth and love in person. Recommit yourself to being a person of truth, of love and of obedience Watch out for false teachers. Key Verse “Love means doing what God has commanded us, and he has commanded us to love one another, just as you heard from the beginning.” (1:6)

* 3 JOHN Purpose To commend Gaius for his hospitality and to encourage him in his Christian life, his faith. John encourages Gaius to practice hospitality, continue to walk in the truth, and do what is right. Generously giving to others. Love the truth and reflect Christ’s values in your relationships.

SUMMARY Hospitality: John wrote to encourage those who were kind to others. Faithfulness: Gaius and Demetrius were commended for their faithful work in the church. They were held up as examples of faithful, selfless servants. * JUDE (brother of Jesus and James) Keep strong in the faith and oppose heresy. Beware the danger of false teachers. The duty to fight for God’s truth. Amen

from LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE published by Tyndall House Publishers (1996)

“Lord, Make my ‘little’ life a window for Your light to shine through, a mirror to reflect Your love to everyone I meet.”

Shared by craig

“I’m just a pencil in the hands of God.” – Mother Teresa

God IS blessing you

“What we are is God’s gift to us. What we become is our gift to God.”

“Aim at heaven and you’ll have earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you’ll hit neither” – CS Lewis

About the submitter: Craig believes in (and loves) sharing information and insights to try to make a difference in this world: to help and especially encourage people along life’s magical journey … and that brings him the greatest joy. In his life mission Craig hopes to help, encourage, motivate, uplift and perhaps even inspire people to be their best through realising their full potentials. His dream is seeing people reach for and perhaps even achieve their wildest dreams.

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-bookshttp://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglockwww.lulu.com/craiglock and https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

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“When (or is it perhaps if??) you arrive in a place (or rather state ) known as heaven, let faith and love be the wings of the chariot that carried you there.”

– Craig (as adapted from the words of Jonathan Edwards, a former minister in Massachusetts (New England)

May the light of God shine brightly on your path up ahead

Like Jesus, YOU too can become a Great Possibility Thinker (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons” )

Article Title: Like Jesus, YOU too can become a Great Possibility Thinker (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons” )

Shared by: Craig Lock

Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith

Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4

Other Articles by Craig are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, words of inspiration, “spiritual, spiritual writings” (how “airey-fairey”), and money management – how boring now, Craig!)

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

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Like Jesus, YOU too can become a Great Possibility Thinker (from “Endless Possibilities” )

Submitter’s Note:

Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES, Far and Great Horizons’: true and inspirational stories of the human condition. Let the Journey Begin…

Introduction:

All things are possible to him who believes.”
– Mark 9:23

Now for a few personal thoughts on “spiritual matters” (note this is NOT religion, as I sincerely believe dogmatic and fanatical religion divides humanity and is the cause of so much conflict).

Still Jesus Christ understood perfectly human nature (the human condition) and the above-mentioned principles of the mind  – even 2000 years ago! The teachings of Christ were psychologically correct and violate no psychological laws, though original in concept and spirit. Jesus possessed a wealth of wisdom in dealing with people’s day-to-day, as well as their spiritual problems. He knew the deepest recesses of the human heart: “He knew what was in man.”  STILL the very best psychiatrist ever !

In my own “little” life I study, then try and apply these Universal Laws, which are in perfect “alignment” with principles of psychology (todays). As I see it, the thoughts in the Bible, the “inspired word of God” are enduring, no, rather eternal truths and have as much relevance today, as they did over 2000 years ago. These ‘Spiritual Laws’ are practical and dynamic principles (like the law of gravity) to help us in our everyday living: To help us stay positive in the face of our daily trials and tribulations. It’s another dimension, the “supernatural”… and loftier, but the same psychological principles apply…it doesn’t matter too much whether you believe or not??? No, on reflection and experience, it is enhanced through belief, ie. something/someone on which to focus, on which to “hang” one’s faith.

Thoughts like:

“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” – Phill 4:13

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

“Delight yourself also in the Lord And He shall give you the desires of the heart.” “Commit your way to the Lord Trust also in Him And He shall bring it to pass.”

“Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him.”

Psalm 37:4

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:13)

“In Him we live and move and have our Being”.

“As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” (Proverbs 23:7)

No founder of any religion ever used the word possible more than Jesus did!

“For with God all things are possible.” (Mark 10:27)

“The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” (Luke 18:27

“All things are possible to him that believes.” ( Mark 9:23) “Lord, I believe; help Thou mine unbelief.” (Mark 9:24)

“According to your faith, be it unto you.” (Matthew 9:29)

“Faith without works is dead.” (James 9:20)

“Father, all things are possible.” (Mark 14:36)

“If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move…’ and nothing wil be impossible.” (Matt 17:20)

“With God nothing will be impossible.” (Luke 1:37)

“With men it is impossible, but not with God.” (Mark 10:27)

“With God all things are possible.” (Matt 19:26)

“What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.” (Mark 11:24)

“If God be for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31)

“Ask and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock and it shall be opened unto you.” (Matthew 7:7)

“To them that hath…more shall be given. To them that hath not, even what little they have will be taken away.” (Luke 19:26) *

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could become possibility thinkers.

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a Christian is offering yourself to Him: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you (And this does not replace your own spirit, but simply ADDS to it)…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing oportunities for growth!

You will: * Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

 

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley, can one ever know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.”

– powerful and inspiring words from Richard Nixon

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

BELIEVE IT … then YOU’LL SEE IT

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today”.

craig

(from The Possibility Thinkers Bible by Dr Robert H Schuller)

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE. http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html http://www.craiglockbooks.com

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.” – inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

“When the world is filled with love, peoples hearts are overflowing with hope.” – craig

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED (with acknowledgment to Robert Schuller, please)

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)

Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons)

Shared by: Craig Lock

Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity, spiritual growth 

Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

Publishing Guidelines:

We hope that the following extract including some thoughts from a new “work”, which he’s currently writing titled ‘Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons’) may be informative and helpful to your e-zine readers, or on your web site. This piece (as with all my writings) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps others “out there” on the ‘amazing journey of life’, then we’re very happy.

“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”

Submitter’s Note: This extract forms part of a manuscript on which Craig is currently “working” (or rather it’s “writing itself”) called ‘ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES, FAR AND GREAT HORIZONS’: true and inspirational stories. Let the Journey Begin… *

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from “Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons“)

Jesus truly believed that common people can become incredibly powerful beings. He knew without a shadow of doubt that ordinary people could become extraordinary people, if they could merely become possibility thinkers.

The claims of Jesus:

“I am the good shepherd.” (John 10:11)

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved. (John 10:9)

“I am the bread of life.” (John 6:35)

“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me and I in him, bears much fruit.” (John 15:5)

“I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father, except through Me.” (John 14:6)

“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

Being a follower of Christ is offering yourself to Him and following His teachings: Your mind for Christ to think through. Your heart – for Christ to love through.

Your lips for Christ to speak through. Your hands – for Christ to touch through.

WHEN the spirit of Christ lives within you…

* Your problems will turn into great opportunities. Incredible, amazing opportunities for growth!

You will: * Have the strength to tackle your opportunities with divine strength and succeed.

* Pick up the broken hopes of your unfulfilled aspirations in life, your shattered dreams and have the courage and resilience to start over gain.

* Dream great dreams and one day see them come to pass. God can dream a greater dream for your life than you could ever have imagined.

* Become a truly great person – like Jesus himself. Become the very BEST YOU that you are capable of being. With God, Jesus beside you and the Holy Spirit inside you nothing is impossible… and let your spirit soar like an eagle.

“Lord, show me the person You want to speak to through my life today.”

Amen

From The New Possibility Thinkers Bible by Robert H Schuller and Paul David Dunn (by Thomas Nelson Inc, 1996) *

Jesus was not just a figure from history and the Bible a series of stories (“fairy-tales”), I truly believe. It’s a way of presenting the Word of God. Jesus entered into a new form of existence with His “wealth of spirit”. Christ is a beacon, “the anchor of our faith”. Christianity is not a series of “do’s and don’t’s”, but a living faith that transforms lives, as people meet a risen saviour.”

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs human beings in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Following the teachings of Jesus shows us ways of living and principles that we can ALL learn. Something WILL happen in your life. God WILL change things. These are simple principles, that can dramatically change our lives for the better.

Choose hope despite your circumstances. God has the amazing ability to bring make something beautiful out of brokeness in our life. Amazing! God can take an ordinary person, any situation and turn it into something amazing. Jesus, the Hope-Giver will use your life for good.

It was a defining moment in my life; it sculpted who I am today. God uses our deepest valleys. He can take any situation in life and use it for His glory. Changes people, regardless of their circumstances. Jesus gives us HOPE. It’s a CHOICE – He WILL be faithful.

The unlimited power of Christ to change lives. You too can be filled with His limitless generosity of spirit. A “spark in the soul” can lead to snow-capped peaks of accomplishment.

God never gives up on His children

(From ‘Hour of Power’) *

Jesus lived in a war zone, as do modern children in the Middle East. He gave a voice to the voiceless. The silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. (Are we listening to their enforced silence?). Jesus related to all societies and people – the common fabric of humanity.

He was “a voice for the voiceless”. Listen to the silence of the voiceless, the message of Jesus and ACT according to that divine spirit that lies in every one of us.

Jesus responded with compassion to human cries. Jesus showed unconditional love and all people, whether religious or not, can embrace love. Peace and goodwill is for ALL to celebrate, but God needs humans in partnership to help peace become a reality for others.

He had a passion for peace, mutual tolerance, interaction between different faiths and respect for all. Jesus taught that violence achieves nothing, whether it comes from terrorists or from the response to terrorists. Christ told us to love our enemies, not to shoot them, send them to concentration camps, or blow them up! And loving ones enemies was and still is a revolutionary statement 2000 years later!

In Jesus’ own life was the key of his nearness to God, that he expressed as no other could, the spirit and will of God. The person that IS Jesus Christ makes God REAL within me.

The life and death of Jesus gives each one of us HOPE: to choose hope despite our circumstances. We are choosing hope over fear, unity over division.

*

“Lord, Make me a channel for your peace to flow through, to share your message of hope and love with as many souls, lives as possible…a window for your light to shine through to everyone I meet.

God, Use my ‘little’ life as a focus for Your Infinite Possibilities.

craig

About the submitter:

Craig believes in (and loves) helping others to find their passions and gifts… through encouraging people to reach out for, then accomplish their “wildest” dreams. He truly believes people can overcome obstacles, rise to any occasion, and accomplish their dreams, even ‘Endless Possibilities’ in life with enough FAITH and PERSISTENCE. http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html http://www.craiglockbooks.com

The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html

Also https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglockwww.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books + www.lulu.com/craiglock

The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

“Our talents are our gifts from God… but what we do with our talents are our gifts TO God.”

“Only when you’ve been in the deepest valley can a person know what it’s like to stand on the highest peak.” – inspiring words from Richard Nixon, former United States President

“When you can see no light at the end of the tunnel, light your own candle and let your light illuminate the world, like the radiance from a window at midnight.”

“Together, let’s link hands and join hearts with the person next to you, as only together can we walk towards a better and brighter future.”

– Amy Biehl, tragically killed in Cape Town, South Africa in 1993 (and whose parents Linda and Peter have graciously forgiven the murderers)

“Together, one mind, one soul, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, encourage, empower, uplift and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”

THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED (with acknowledgment to Dr Robert Schuller, please)

“God is leading us to the light…

and what we learn in the darkness, we are to share in the eternal light.”