Angels among US. . . .

Those who fear the Lord direct their friendship aright, for as they are, so are their neighbours also. Sirach 6:17

As, we are heading towards a New Year, we always, tend to set aside the year gone by. Let us take time to remember all the goodness around us. Let us remember the good people, the People, who I know to be Angels.

The purpose of "Angels Among Us" is to share my interest in Angels with you...Angels are mentioned in the Bible many times...And, it is my belief that they truly are among us. ...Are you aware that you have been an Angel to someone?

The word angel has always been associated with supernatural heavenly beings. There is this wonderful dream, I once had, the one I love the most. I dreamt that I had wings, and not just those artificial wings, but wings that grew from within. And I still remember that feeling, something that felt so real.

People around us are angels among us. There are angels everywhere. There are angels where I am right now. There are angels wherever I go. There are angels among us! If you could hear my mind, this is what it would be saying.

Angels Comfort You

I remember the night before my brother’s accident, God reached out to me through my kind neighbour who I had not seen in a very long time. We met in the elevator, and she just gave me this huge hug. The girl, I never knew, on the way back home, advised me to never give up. This all happened at midnight. People, are sleepy at that time. So what is it that motivated them? The resounding answer, definitely is God. Now picture it this way, God knows the storm is coming, and He embraces me to prepare me for the worst, before that He actually advises me to GO ON, not to stop and never look back. It is the Almighty, reaching out through people. People I call Angels. And I am surrounded by them all the time. Do you hear that, there are angels among us.

Angels Guide You

I know all of us go through periods in our lives when we seek for guidance. Most especially during times when we need to make certain life changing decisions or needing to choose a certain path.

I believe, we are surrounded by angels all the time. There have been times, when I needed so much of a push. And there would be just that poem or article that would not only inspire me but would motivate me to go to another level. What was that? It was God breathing in my direction. God, guiding me, through another person.

To those persons, my unsung angels, I thank you. There are angels among us.

Angels Help You

Back when I was a kid, we had met with a severe car accident. Our car was standing in a topsy-turvey manner (upside down). Anyway, there were people, who stopped their vehicles and helped us. To me they will always be angels.

Another instance, I clearly remember, my cousin telling me of a person, who was wounded and lying on the side of the road. My cousin, was in a hurry, and he left. But later, he regretted his decision. He prayed to God, to give him a chance, so that he could be of help. And what can I say, God heard him. When returning home, he saw that man still there. My cousin, got down from the vehicle and took the man to the hospital, and paid for the medical supplies. Angels, they are always around.

Angels Inspire You

Often, we give up. Most often, we need to hear that words of encouragement that come about. I am grateful, to God, that if a condition has arisen, God has arisen for me, each and every time. Often, we neglect the people that come to us and give us sound advice. We think that we know better.

To each and every one I know, whenever you have given me advice, I have thanked you. And I still do. And the reason I thank you, is because you are my Angels. Now you know. I am surrounded by Angels.

And to you, all of you, you all are my friends, you are my Angels too, and you inspire me, more than you will ever know. I thank you, I love you and I thank God for you.

Angels Teach You

The last conversation, I had with my brother, is something I clearly remember. And part of me wishes, that I had been more attentive to listening to every-word he spoke. I never knew that would be the last conversation I would ever have with him.

What I learnt from that experience is, that no matter what, never let any worries keep you from listening to another person. Cherish each moment because it is a Gift from God.  My brother was my angel.

Angels Love You

I believe one of life's precious gifts is to be truly loved..

Maybe at times, you have been terrified. Maybe, you’ve broken down when you could no longer be brave and strong. Maybe at times, you’ve been stubborn.

But there will always be someone who chooses to stay. Always stay focused on the good, kind, and compassionate side of a person. Always accept enough support and encouragement.

I know I am loved for who I am. And in that warmth, I can allow myself to soar. I could hear God whispering softly, "You have met your angel today."

Angels are Reflections of God's Love

Yes, we all are. In the deepest core of our beings, we are that which is love. As I am coming to a close on this topic, there are so many memories that seem to rush in reminding me of the countless people, -angels among us really- who have come to comfort, to inspire, to guide, to help, to encourage, to lift me up, to make me laugh, to teach me, to love and so much more.

Yes, we are all angels, and we are flying because we have each other.

REMEMBER: The mirror always reflects. If you walk right by God, and if your walk is faithful, then most definitely you walk with angels. But hold on, I can’t be the judge on that, all I know is I have always been surrounded by angels and I know you are too.

CONCLUSION: At the beginning of the topic, I shared my dream, of being an angel. Being an angel, does not only imply that one has wings. But it means, that one behaves in a manner of being God’s helper, in the best applicable manner. When we stand by for anybody, we each represent God’s glory, thus becoming His angels. I say it again, we have Angels among us….. And to all of you, my wonderful angels, I wish you, 'A very Happy New Year.'

Born to be Free!

To watch, wild horses on the run, it’s truly a sight to behold. Everything, about them spells elegance. The stallions (horses) on the run-are wild and free. One look at them, and you wish for that kind of feeling of freedom. Did you know that horses can strut (dance), to the sound of music?

Each of us is called to live a life of excellence. We are made in the image of God. Jesus, came in this world to set us free.

For nothing is impossible with God.  Luke 1:37

This verse is the response of the angel Gabriel when asked by Mary, the mother of Jesus, how she was going to have a child since she was a virgin.

God is SO MUCH HIGHER than our problems and perceived impossibilities that NOTHING is impossible with Him. The first Christmas was a time when God proved to the world that He is a God for whom nothing is impossible.

Mary’s question got her an answer that forced her to focus on the greatness of Who God is … and the impossibilities that He can accomplish rather than depending on her own strength and wisdom.

So… how about you? …Are you facing a seemingly impossible situation?

Don’t give up on God–He hasn’t given up on you. NOTHING is impossible with God–NOTHING!!!  Sometimes He brings us to the end of ourselves so that we can fully rely on Him by seeing how limited we are and how unlimited He is…

God's timing has and will always be INCREDIBLE! HIS WAYS are above my ways! For all things work together for the good of them who love God, to them who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD! NOTHING IS TOO DIFFICULT FOR HIM and His grace is sufficient for us. He will never leave us nor forget us. Seasons change...and things pass. One thing is for sure, God is faithful and true to His promises even when at the time it seems He has forgotten us, nothing can hide us from His love. 

Always, love with all your heart. This year, I encourage you to discover the wonder of you. Look for ways to be a blessing. Let God use you this Christmas and every day of the year!

Scripture tells us that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God and Prince of Peace. He is Emmanuel, which means "God with us." When we celebrate Jesus, we are celebrating everything that He is, everything that He's done, and everything that He will do in our lives! We can celebrate recovery from every bondage and stronghold that has ever come against us because victory is imminent!

Galatians 5 says that "it is for freedom that Christ has set us free." In other words, God has no hidden agenda. He loves you with an everlasting love, and He wants you to be free and enjoy your freedom. But in this same verse it says, "Do not let your-selves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." In other words, now that you are free, stay free! Don't let the trappings of this world grab you. Don't allow addictions, wrong mindsets or unhealthy behaviours hold you back. You are created to be free!

I love you with all the strength of God and want to see you move forward in victory in every area of your life!

Remember, He is a God of IMPOSSIBLES! May His peace and freedom be yours every day of the year!

REMEMBER:  God has created you in His own image and likeness. You are His masterpiece. There is no other YOU in the world. You are irreplaceable. We are the reason why He chose to come into this world.

Jesus, chose to be born in the stable, being the Son of God. He could have chosen, to be born in a mighty family. But Jesus, was already God, and being the powerhouse, He did not choose a palace, for that would be something that everybody would expect. But that wouldn’t be Jesus. Jesus, came into the world to mediate between us and His Father. And the best way to represent us, to us, is through the lowest rung of the ladder. That would be the common man, people who had the toughest lives.  Let us remember, that Jesus is the Son of God. He deserves all the glory. He came to this world, knowing that His birth meant to have to live and to die on behalf of all of us, so that we may be redeemed. He paid the price for our transgressions.

Conclusion: Never let anyone, treat you bad. Never be the one to treat others bad. Never let anyone condemn you, because God condemns no one. Jesus, came into this world with all the love in His heart, for us. This Christmas, let us welcome Him with all of our hearts. And remember, you are Born to be Free. Merry Christmas!

My Delight – My GOD.

Every, now and then, we come across books that make a lot of promises. But very few meet the expectations.  Most start with telling you of how you can be successful in life or have everything that you ever wanted. And ofcourse, it comes with a price tag. But in reality there is no magic portion.

The word of God is for everyone, who wants to hear, or read. God’s promises are for everyone. If you believe, and walk with God, then God will do the impossible for you. God does not make promises, that He does not intend to keep. The Bible, is God’s word come true. So, if you are thinking, then that’s a good thing.  But let your thoughts proceed. I encourage you to stick by God, because when you do, He will guide you and watch over you. He is a protective, God. He will make all your dreams come true. And it will be more than you ever expected. The very moment I saw the caption at St. Peter’s Church,

Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4
I Knew I had to write on this article. Dont keep God waiting on you. Take the step and He will take ten for you. You are His world, and so I write...

To have true delight in God implies that we have no will of our own-only that the will of God should be done. It implies that the soul has come practically to regard God as infinitely wise and good and to feel the fullest satisfaction.

It is one thing to obey, and another thing to have delight in obedience. Where the true spirit of obedience exists, we shall find our delight and happiness of course in the service of God. Delight in God implies that we supremely seek and desire eternal union with Him, this is all we ask, and we could lack nothing essential to our happiness.

The promise implies that we shall have those things that our hearts desire. If we delight ourselves in the Lord we shall have all things on which we set our hearts.

When our supreme desire is on God, it is then both consistent with the will of God, and with the highest good of being to grant our desires.

Whosoever delights himself in the Lord can never desire anything inconsistent with the will of God. And while he delights himself in God, he is sure not to set his heart on any thing unless he is drawn to it by the Spirit of God.

God loves to communicate of His own fullness to those who set their hearts on him. He loves those that love Him. But He greatly enjoys the communication of Himself to those who delight themselves in Him.

The soul that delights itself in God, has no way or will of its own, and therefore cannot be disappointed. While it delights itself in God it is of course cheerful and and can rejoice evermore, and pray without ceasing, and in every thing give thanks. When the mind has God, it has enough.

If we are drawn to God, He will be drawn to us. It is impossible that He should not delight in the soul that delights in Him; impossible that He should not seek after the soul that seeks after Him. It would be the same thing as denying Himself, not to delight in those that delight in Him. Whenever a mind seeks union with God, God sets his heart on that soul.

Whenever we find ourselves strongly drawn to God, God is infinitely drawn towards us.

When, for any reason God withholds the light of His countenance, it is impossible for any soul, then, to be happy. David tried to cheer up his soul, "Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? Hope thou in God; for I shall yet praise Him." Where an individual has come to delight himself in God, and falls into this state of mind in which he mourns, his mourning will be very submissive and very peculiar. It is not rebellious, and yet it is not joyful.
The happiness which the soul, that delights itself in God, finds in Him, is so different from all other delights, it is like no other happiness in the world. The whole being is so satisfied in God.  

He that will be content with God, and will really be satisfied with God, may have as much of God as he will. And just in proportion we shall have delight in God.

REMEMBER: Start looking at every obstacle and problem you have as a wonderful opportunity to open communication with God. God can fix anything. God wants a personal relationship with you "FIRST".
Some times God allows the obstacles to come into our lives for the very purpose of drawing us closer to Him. The sooner you start seeking Him, the sooner He can repair your life.

Love changes Everything

My Friends,

Hi! It’s good to be back and we’re headed towards the most cheerful seasons of all, Christmas. It’s all about the memories, isn’t it? This is why we strive so hard to get it right. Christmas is not about getting it perfectly done as an advertisement would have it stated, or a movie that you’ve seen, but it’s about sharing all the love we have with one another. This God of love has sent His one and only Son, to give us a hope and a future. This season, marks the birth of Jesus, it’s also a birth of a promise that was made by God and was accomplished. We celebrate that promise. We celebrate Love, we celebrate all the HOPE and Joy and Peace. We celebrate God.

I wish you God’s love and all the good cheer. Happiness always!

                                  With all my love,

                                       AnitA.

Give thanks to the Lord. For HE is good: His love endures forever.  Psalm 107:1

It is hard to define love, in just a sentence. That would be no justice at all. I guess the best place to start would be in chapter I Corinthians 13.

“Love never gives up. Love cares more for others than for self. Love doesn’t want what it doesn’t have. Love doesn’t strut, doesn’t have a swelled head, doesn’t force itself on others, isn’t always “me first,” doesn’t fly off the handle, doesn’t keep score of the sins of others, doesn’t revel when others grovel, takes pleasure in the flowering of truth, puts up with anything, trust God always, always looks for the best, never looks back, but keeps going to the end. Love never dies...” I Corinthians 13:4-8

Take the first part of that verse, love never gives up. I ask God to enable me to never give up. He is the only one who can empower me to do so. Then I stand on His Word. Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Whatever I have, wherever I am, I can make it through anything in the One who makes me who I am.

God loves us unconditionally. That means His love is without condition, His love is not according to us but according to Him. In 1 John 4:8 we know ‘God is love’ and that true love is only seen in us when we imitate God, by imitating Jesus. The Bible calls us to love:

The Bible calls us to love God completely. A man asked Jesus what was the most important rule for life. Jesus replied: Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with your whole mind. Matthew 22:37-38. Once we learn to love God with all our heart, soul and mind, there will be a greater intensity in our love toward others, even toward those who are very difficult to love. If we love only to be loved in return, we will often be disappointed. 

The Bible calls us to love even our enemies. In Matthew 5:44, Jesus said, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. It takes supernatural love to love those who choose to make our lives miserable.

Jesus presents a clear pattern for love. As the Father (God) has loved Me, so have I loved you. . . . Love each other as I have loved you. John 15:9-12. God's love flows through Jesus Christ, to us, and this love is the source of real joy in our lives. As we follow Jesus' teaching, we will have Jesus' love-a love that can flow through us toward others.

REMEMBER: Our love is not to be focussed on ourselves or on what makes us look good in the eyes of others. True love is love focussed on others. As we love others, we are immeasurably blessed ourselves. Remember:

• Love is unconditional – No give and take.
• Love is to eternity - Always and forever. No second thoughts.
• Love is sacrifice – where you focus on the good of the other. Less of me and more of you.

CONCLUSION: It may seem funny, how life just falls in place somehow. There are times that we struggle, with love. We as human beings, often try to change people we love. We want them to be what we think they need to be. Never once does it occur to us, it’s we that need to change. If and when we truly love, the change will occur. Love is not forceful. Love does not seek its way. Love, changes everything. Love is God, and God brings about the required change. We need to trust in God.

PRAYER: Father, my prayer to you, is let every heart that yearns for love find their way to you. This I ask in Jesus, name. Amen.