Sowing the Word

The parable of the seed and sower in the New Testament-Book of Mark (Chapter 4) is all about the seed of God's Word. It's the gospel of salvation. The seed is God's Word. The sower is the believer in Christ.

Many modern day pastors, preaching the "prosperity" gospel-which is NO GOSPEL at all-- often use this chapter to entice people to give to their huge organizations.
We have to study God's WORD and Know His Word, so that we can discern truth.

II Timothy 2:15 clearly tells us to study and rightly divide-meaning to understand the Word. If we know God's Word, we won't be deceived by unscrupulous people who twist the truth to their own greed and agenda. Those people will answer to God for their deeds.

The Seed I talk about it the seed of Faith, Love, Hope, and the absolute truth about God's love for you. The seed of His Word-that Christ came to earth to give His life for you, to overcome death, and to give you eternal life. The seed is to be planted and grown, as it grows into a strong foundational love and relationship with God, it will spread, new seeds will form and grow…..it's the law of planting and harvesting.

The Bible is filled with many amazing truths. It's never boring……well, maybe Numbers could be-but it's still the inspired Word of God, and should be read!

Just a few thoughts about seed planting-we sow for souls--- NOT for financial gain, power, or fame.
We reap a harvest of souls for the Kingdom of God, for His glory-NOT for our own!

The Word Became Flesh

Genesis 1:1-2
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters



John 1:1-2
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.  He was with God in the beginning.

John 1:14
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Among my favorite scriptures in all of the Bible. It can not be clearer WHO Christ is.
HE is the Son of the Living God. All things were CREATED Through HIM.

Colossians 1:14-16
(These following verses, when woven together, as the entire Bible is written, explains it so clearly!)

 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in HIM (CHRIST) all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through Him and for Him.

Plant these seeds in your heart-and think on them!

Salvation In Christ

Only God can save…through His Mercy, Grace, and our Faith in His Son-our Savior. ("You believe in God, believe also in ME." Christ in John 14:1)

Plant the seeds.
Water as often as you, or someone else, can
I may persuade you-but only God can convict you and change your heart.
IF I persuade you-someone else can come along and persuade you differently.
Faith in God is the essential soil needed for a seed to take root. If you are searching for truth-you will find it. Jesus said, "I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life…" Believe on the Lord!


Christ taught the people:
 “A farmer went out to sow his seed.  As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow. But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root.  Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants.  Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop—a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown…..Matthew 13:3-8

fishermensline: My GRACE is Sufficient!

fishermensline: My GRACE is Sufficient!

A Garden of Treasures

I thoroughly enjoy researching subjects such as nutrition, medical concerns, exercise, healthy eating plans, and holistic health. I believe in Christ as the ultimate Healer and the Giver of our given responsibilities to care for our bodies in every aspect.

I have more than 30 years working in a hospital setting as a Registered Nurse, and have traveled to more than 20 countries working in the mission field and on vacations. My work and travel experiences have given me the insight and desire to help others in their search for fulfilment, to thrive under a healthy lifestyle, and to find spiritual guidance through following the Leadership of the Holy Spirit of our Creator.
Life is meant to be lived abundantly and with joy unspeakable. I will help you answer your questions and help you search for answers-as we seek together.
 Be an advocate for your life and choices. Make wise decisions, having done all to be informed.

I will pray for you!

Enjoy Life to the Fullest!
A Healthy Lifestyle is a Choice We Must Make To Live Life Abundantly.

Christ said, "I Am come that they might have life more abundantly..." John 10:10


"I have told you this, so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete." John 15:11

In the Old Testament we are given lists of foods to eat and those that were forbidden. Our Father and Creator knew that pork was extremely high in fat and cholesterol. He also knew that exoskeleton seafoods are high in cholesterol. Of course, we are no longer under the Old Testament Law, but when the scientists of today discovered that the foods of the Old Testament were, in fact, bad for our health, it seemed that they had 'discovered' something new.
As King Solomon said, "There is nothing new under the sun."

I love certain seafoods just as much as anyone, but I encourage you, no matter what you choose to eat or drink-do so in moderation. Choose wisely.
We are allowed to live in these 'jars of clay' and these tents that are our earthly bodies, but let us remember that we are the Temple of the Holy Spirit.

As Hippocrates said, "Let your food be your medicine, and let your medicine be your food."
Long before Hippocrates-
Our Heavenly Father gave us perfect paths to walk-let us walk worthy of the responsibilities we are given.

In Y'shua Messiah,
Sue

CROSSING The Street-by Sue C. Weaver

Psalm 3:5

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not to your own understanding."
When we are older we often look back to our misty-covered memories as though seeing through a dark glass. No one understands where we have been nor what we have done. Songs reverberate through our minds and trigger images of long-past days.
We gaze into a rose and breathe in its fragrance, once again memories flood like crystal rivers splashing through the fiber of our being. Words can't describe, looks can't convey, stories go untold, pictures unseen, love not understood in its depth.....life goes on and memories continue to flow unchecked.

Only God knows our heart and soul. In the elderly-time has stood still, youth still reigns in the heart and mind....only the body reveals the long roads traveled by way of lines in the face, bent backs, and slow steps. Never judge a book by its cover!

"I'm Just Sayin'!!"

   I've always loved studying and researching nutrition. During my years in Nursing School, we had a wonderful Professor in Nutrition.
His name was Dr. Meyer. One of his most memorable lessons was actually an opinion he held firmly.
"IF you eat a balanced diet, you should have no need for supplements."
I agreed with him.....until I was diagnosed with a little- known, little cared- about, type of colitis-Lymphocytic and Collagenous Colitis, many years later.
    From 1999, when diagnosed, I used my education from nursing, nutrition, pharmocology, biology, anatomy, and everything else I could possibly use to research ways to live with this horrible blight on my Energy, GI Tract, and Life in general......not to mention many unmentionable aspects of that life.
     In my heavenly Father's grace and mercy, I have been able to continue working in my preferred setting (hospitals) for more than 32 years, travel to Twenty countries, write five books, and exercise to my heart's content, work with the IMB (International Mission Board), spend amazing times with my family, friends and church family, and just plain old LIVE!
     Ok, I have to get down to the nitty-gritty of this post. It's all about the confusion people MUST feel about the conflicting information running rampant in this world.
     
       I'm Just Sayin'
     
       Drink Coffee-it's good for you!      Don't Drink Coffee-it's bad for you!
       Eat Eggs-they are good for you!     Don't Eat Eggs-they're bad for you!
       Drink Soy Milk......no wait! Don't Drink Soy Milk-SOY is Bad for you!

       "Eat More Chikin' "           No wait! "Chikin'" is full of antibiotics, steroids, hormones, and        pesticides!

       Drink Red Wine........Don't Drink Wine!

       Use Mosquito Spray......No! Mosquito Spray contains Deet-a toxin!
       Flouride is Good for your teeth.......No! Flouride is a Toxin!!
       Brush your teeth after drinking soda.....NO! Brushing your teeth right away causes gum disease, dentin, and enamel deterioration!
       100% Fruit Juice is Good for you....BUT don't drink it-it's bad for your teeth and your weight!
         Eat fruit! No wait-fruit has toxins on the skins, in the pits, and seeds. 
         Wash your fruit with vegetable detergents! No STOP-never use detergents on your fruit, they contain harmful ingredients!
          Of course, I could go on and on and on. The list for every study that is pro, there is another study for con for just about everything on the planet.
           I, personally, have come to the conclusion that I must be vigilant, eat with serious moderation, find what works for me by trial and error.....and my heavenly Father has carried me thus far and He will finish the work He has started in me....and like Queen Esther says in The Book of Esther; "If I perish, I perish!"
            Now, for that small glass of O.J. ....wait about 30 minutes and brush my teeth with sugar-free, flouride free, titanium dioxide free tooth paste! 
             With all those pros and cons floating around out there, I plan to live smart......don't believe everything you read! Pray for me and let me know how I can pray for you!!!
                                                      I'm Just Sayin'


"Let your food be your medicine-
And let your medicine be your food."
            Hippocrates

Long before Hippocrates, our Creator gave us a list of foods that were forbidden-
He did that for a REASON-To Keep us Healthy. I'm Just Sayin'......

Yours in Christ Alone,
Sue

P.S. 
I plan many future posts about controversial issues in the "I'm Just Sayin'" format......look for upcoming posts and get involved-comment or send me your own "I'm Just Sayin'" thoughts!