Betty's "Thoughts from my heart"

[Betty52]

March 2, 2024

Happy Saturday,



Run to Jesus



We long for the rapture, because we long to be in the presence of our Lord and Savior. True we are tired and this world seems to get worse every day, but being with our God should be our number one reason for longing for the rapture.



While we are here let us work for God and never forget to pray for those who are lost. Eternity is forever and what we choose in this life will determine where we spend eternity. Continue to pray for Israel.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 3, 2024

Blessed Sunday,



Life is Temporal, Eternity is Forever



“Promise #62:

The grass will dry up and flowers will fail but My Word will endure forever.



1 Peter 1:24-25 (WEB)

24 For, “All flesh is like grass, and all of man’s glory like the flower in the grass.

The grass withers, and its flower falls; 25 but the Lord’s word endures forever.”

This is the word of Good News which was preached to you.”



If you are like me you have wasted many hours in your life worrying and getting upset over what you can now see as trivial matters. Who of us has not panicked over not being able to find our car keys?



How much time have we wasted trying to impress someone, who really did not care about us?



Yet, we often neglect the most important thing and that is our relationship with God. We cannot please everyone. Let us do our best to treat everyone fairly but concentrate on pleasing our Heavenly Father, first and foremost.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for those who are lost.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 4, 2024

Happy Monday,





Pray for Strength From God

“By faith, we also receive Jesus as the One who dwells in our hearts. As Paul wrote, “I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong” (Ephesians 3:16–17 nlt). Not a casual visitor, Jesus is an empowering permanent resident of all who follow Him. May we open wide the doors of our hearts and welcome Him.”

Why is it that some Christians seem to be stronger than us? It is because, they have strong roots in the Lord. The more time we spend with the Lord, the stronger our roots will be. We must make an effort to spend more time with God. We must make the choice.



I know it is hard sometimes. Life can be overwhelming. We can face troubles on multiple sides at times. This is when we need to draw closer to God more than ever. Seek His face and ask for comfort, encouragement, and strength.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 6, 2024

Happy Wednesday,



“Promise #65:

I have chosen the weak things of this world to confound the strong.



1 Corinthians 1:27 (WEB)

but God chose the foolish things of the world that he might put to shame those who are wise.

God chose the weak things of the world, that he might put to shame the things that are strong;”



There is no shame in being weak. Many things can cause us to be weak. Lack of rest, medical conditions, and discouragement are just a few. Yet we are still God’s children. He loves us even in our weaknesses.



God can use us even when we are weak, if we are willing to make ourselves available to God. Come to the lord no matter what condition we are in and trust God is all situations.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty,



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 7, 2024

Happy Thursday,



Abide In The Rock of Ages

It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.

Psalm 118:8

There are many people offering a false hope today. Our true hope is in the Lord our God. Only He can give us salvation that will last through eternity.

He is always with us. He will never abandon us. We can trust God in every situation.



Let us praise God together and worship Him in spirit and in truth. We know not what tomorrow will bring, but God does and He will be with us.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 9, 2024

Happy Saturday,



Be Followers of Christ



“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”
Mark 8:34

Following Jesus means more than listening to him and agreeing with his teachings. Jesus says that whoever wants to be his disciple “must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow” him.”



It is not enough to hear a great sermon and say Amen and then walk away and never think about what you heard again. You must apply the principles to your life.



James 1:22-25

New King James Version

22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; 24 for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. 25 But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.



Being a follower of Christ is not always easy, especially in this world, today. As a Christian woman, you are expected to uphold the truths of the Bible. When you do not, do not be surprised to be told that your husband rules you. It is not our husbands but our God who guides us in His truths.



One day we will leave this world and live with our Heavenly Father, forever. We will say goodbye to a sinful world and enter a perfect Heaven. The greatest thing we can do for ourselves is follow Christ.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty


Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Margery]

March 7, 2024

Happy Thursday,



Abide In The Rock of Ages

It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.

Psalm 118:8

There are many people offering a false hope today. Our true hope is in the Lord our God. Only He can give us salvation that will last through eternity.

He is always with us. He will never abandon us. We can trust God in every situation.



Let us praise God together and worship Him in spirit and in truth. We know not what tomorrow will bring, but God does and He will be with us.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

Betty that is so perfect. That was the day George went home to the Lord, and our Lord was looking after every little thing. HE IS always with us, and He will never abandon us, and we CAN trust HIM in EVERY situation!!!!

AMEN SISTER (and thank you for praying!) It was a rough week but the Lord always provides and He did again. I'm able to sleep again, last night I slept all night no problem and I'm doing so much better.

Sending love and a hug your way Betty dear heart and wish I could just hug you for this post alone, but as always your writing is SUCH A COMFORT and a blessing

Love
Margery

 

[Betty52]

March 12, 2024

Happy Tuesday,



To Whom Do You Belong?

1 Samuel 30:13

“In the life of faith, neutrality is not an option. We are either ranked under the banner of the Lord Jesus, to serve and fight His battles, or we are slaves of the dark prince, Satan. “To whom do you belong?”

We have to choose who will serve. Will we serve God ... or self? Serving self is serving the devil. We have to choose for ourselves. Our parents or our grandparents cannot choose for us. Our mates cannot choose for our.



This is a very serious decision we must make for ourselves. One day we will take our last breath on this earth. We will spend eternity where we chose to spend it. Any thing we give up for God will be so worth it to be with God for eternity.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 15, 2024

Happy Friday,





“Promise #74:

I see all your hardships and I care about your suffering.



Psalm 31:7 (WEB)

I will be glad and rejoice in your loving kindness,

for you have seen my affliction.

You have known my soul in adversities.



The English Standard Version of the Psalm 31:7 says this... I will rejoice and be glad in your steadfast love, because you have seen my affliction; you have known the distress of my soul (ESV) King David, who wrote this psalm, knew a lot about hardship and affliction. He experienced much loss, betrayal, grief, and violence in his tumultuous life.”



Our suffering and pain does not go unnoticed by God. He sees our tears. He sees our struggles. The burdens we bear in this life will be forgotten when we see Jesus face to face. We are not capable of understanding the joy that awaits us in Heaven.



Let us work for God and bear our burdens with grace. Rejoicing in the knowledge that it will not be long and this life and all its troubles will be a faded memory.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 16, 2024

Happy Saturday,



Preserve Me, O’God



Psalm 16:1-3

New King James Version

The Hope of the Faithful, and the Messiah’s Victory

A Michtam of David.

16

Preserve[a] me, O God, for in You I put my trust.

2

O my soul, you have said to the Lord,
“You are my Lord,
My goodness is nothing apart from You.”

3

As for the saints who are on the earth,
“They are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight.”



We need not fear the world around us. We can wholly trust in God. He will preserve us until He comes to take us to Heaven. We can rest in our Heavenly Father with complete trust and confidence.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Margery]

March 15, 2024

Happy Friday,





“Promise #74:

I see all your hardships and I care about your suffering.



Psalm 31:7 (WEB)

I will be glad and rejoice in your loving kindness,

for you have seen my affliction.

You have known my soul in adversities.



The English Standard Version of the Psalm 31:7 says this... I will rejoice and be glad in your steadfast love, because you have seen my affliction; you have known the distress of my soul (ESV) King David, who wrote this psalm, knew a lot about hardship and affliction. He experienced much loss, betrayal, grief, and violence in his tumultuous life.”



Our suffering and pain does not go unnoticed by God. He sees our tears. He sees our struggles. The burdens we bear in this life will be forgotten when we see Jesus face to face. We are not capable of understanding the joy that awaits us in Heaven.



Let us work for God and bear our burdens with grace. Rejoicing in the knowledge that it will not be long and this life and all its troubles will be a faded memory.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

I needed that today Betty, thank you dear heart. I owe you a bunch of hugs when we get to heaven!

 

[Betty52]

I needed that today Betty, thank you dear heart. I owe you a bunch of hugs when we get to heaven!

Looking forward to that day.
Betty

 

[Betty52]

March17, 2024

Blessed Sunday,



“The Truth Will Set You Free”

Daily Prayer for March 17 CHRISTOPH FRIEDRICH BLUMHARDT “To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31–32, NIV Dear Father in heaven, grant that we may come to you in the Spirit. Through your Spirit gather us and many others on earth around our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Savior of humankind. May our hearts become truly free because you deliver us from all bondage to our own natures and to the world around us. As free people may we be led safely through distress, fear, and want, through need and death. May we become happy children whom Jesus Christ has called to life, children who are not discouraged by the struggle but who fight joyfully for your kingdom until it can be revealed to all the world. Amen”

Unfortunately, there are many Preachers and Teachers who are leading the sheep astray. As children of God, we must learn the truth so we can recognize a lie.



Just because a person is a Pastor, Teacher, Prophet, or Prophetess, does not mean they speak the truth of God. I unfriended a young lady on Facebook, on Friday. She was so excited. She said that God spoke to her and said that she would be one of the 144 thousand witnesses during the tribulation. She was so happy that God had granted her desire.



Sadly, this young lady does not know God’s Word. The 144 thousand will be Jewish male virgins.



The Lamb and the 144,000 (Revelation 14:1-5)

"Then I looked, and behold, on Mount Zion stood the Lamb, and with him 144,000 who had his name and his Father's name written on their foreheads. And I heard a voice from heaven like the roar of many waters and like the sound of loud thunder. The voice I heard was like the sound of harpists playing on their harps, and they were singing a new song before the throne and before the four living creatures and before the elders. No one could learn that song except the 144,000 who had been redeemed from the earth. It is these who have not defiled themselves with women, for they are virgins. It is these who follow the Lamb wherever he goes. These have been redeemed from mankind as firstfruits for God and the Lamb, and in their mouth no lie was found, for they are blameless.





There are those that do not want to know the truth. Nothing you can say will change their minds. Sometimes it is best to walk away from such a person.



Know the Bible for yourself. Verify everything you are told with God’s Holy Word. Walk with God and put your trust in Him.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 18, 2022

Happy Monday,



Do Not Pray Against God’s Will



Last night I could not sleep. While lying in bed I thought of the lady who calls herself a Prophetess. She is asking to be left behind when the rapture happens. Nowhere in the Bible does it say for someone to delay salvation to be left behind.



2 Thessalonians 2:9-12

New King James Version

9 The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power, signs, and lying wonders, 10 and with all unrighteous deception among those who perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth, that they might be saved. 11 And for this reason God will send them strong delusion, that they should believe the lie, 12 that they all may be condemned who did not believe the truth but had pleasure in unrighteousness.



Sadly in her desire to over rule God she believes in her heart God spoke to her. The Bible makes it clear that God will never confirm something that is contrary to His Holy Word. Only a demon would have told her that.



It is a very scary thing to determine in your heart that you want something that is contrary to the Bible. Her soul is in mortal danger when she takes the word of a demon over God. Pray for this lady that it might not be too late for her to get right with God and to put God’s desires over her own.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 20, 2024

Happy Wednesday,



We Can Be At Peace, When We Trust

Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord. Psalm 40:4 READ Psalm 40:1–5

There is so much turmoil in the world. So much tragedy. People treated unfairly. It is enough to discourage anyone. We cannot control the world around us, but we can find peace of mind by trusting in God.



One day we will leave this world behind and enter the gates of Heaven. What a glorious day that will be! Until then let us find comfort and peace in knowing this pain and heartache will end in eternal joy and glorious eternal peace.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 21,2024

Happy Thursday,



Silence



Sometimes we need silence to hear the whispers of God.



The Lord said, “Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by.” Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. After the earthquake came a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper.

1 Kings 19:11-12 (NIV)



We often have so many voices coming at us especially by the so called world’s experts, but what we really need is some alone time with God. God is the true expert. Seek His advice first before others.



It is nice to get other’s opinions on things. Especially someone who has been what we are going through. Just make sure their advice does not contradict the Bible.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 23, 2024

Happy Saturday,



Confusion



When I get very tired, I often get confused. Sometimes, I have to stop to remember what I am doing. This happens to a lot of people and can be frustrating.



What is dangerous is when Christians do not know God’s Word, like they should, and listen to false teachers and Preachers. If they are not careful; they can be led astray. This is unnecessary. If we compare what anyone writes or says to the Bible then we will not be led astray.



Pray that the Holy Spirit will convict you if you have allowed false teaching in your heart and mind. The Holy Spirit will protect if you seek His advice and help. Often false teaching sounds good but it can be deadly. Let the Bible be your judge overall teaching.



1 Corinthians 14:33

King James Version

33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.



Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[Betty52]

March 27, 2024

Happy Thursday,



God Only Knows



There are things we go through individually that only God knows about. Let us not grow weary but stay faithful to God. God will never abandon us. Even in the darkest moments, God is with us.



Children let us hold on to God and rest in His loving arms. He is coming for us soon. Do not give up. We are so close to the prize of Heaven. Rejoice in the knowledge that our Creator is with us always.

Pray for the people of Israel. Pray for lost souls.

Maranatha,

Betty



Revelation 22:20

I Am Coming Quickly

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

 

[mattfivefour]

I echo Betty's encouragement. Don't let yourself grow weary; our course is almost run. There awaits us a glorious eternity in Heaven. Hang on precious saints; of Lord is coming for us soon. May He find us doing what He called us to do.

And, in the meantime, may He bless our wonderful sister Betty who daily brings us such beautiful devotions out of His Word.

 

[Betty52]

1 Timothy 4
New Life Version
False Teaching in the Last Days

4 The Holy Spirit tells us in plain words that in the last days some people will turn away from the faith. They will listen to what is said about spirits and follow the teaching about demons. 2 Those who teach this tell it as the truth when they know it is a lie. They do it so much that their own hearts no longer say it is wrong. 3 They will say, “Do not get married. Do not eat some kinds of food.” But God gave these things to Christians who know the truth. We are to thank God for them. 4 Everything God made is good. We should not put anything aside if we can take it and thank God for it. 5 It is made holy by the Word of God and Matthew 24:9-14
New King James Version
9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. 10 And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. 11 Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. 12 And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But he who endures to the end shall be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.

Matthew 24:9-14
New King James Version
9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. 10 And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. 11 Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. 12 And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But he who endures to the end shall be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.