Quilt of Holes #451

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
gene@SurfingwithJesus.com.

QUILT OF HOLES

As I faced my Maker at the last judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with all the other souls. Before each of us laid our lives like the squares of a quilt in many piles; an angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares together into a tapestry that is our life.

But as my angel took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in every day life. I saw hardships that I endured, which were the largest holes of all.

I glanced around me. Nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and the bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened. My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, threadbare and empty, like binding air.

Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth. The others rose; each in turn, holding up their tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to rise.

My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness, and wealth, and false accusations that took from me my world, as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully, each time offering it up to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me.

And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it was. I rose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light. An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with wide eyes.

Then, I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image, the face of Christ. Then our Lord stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes. He said, "Every time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life, My hardships, and My struggles.

Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of you."

May all our quilts be threadbare and worn, allowing Christ to shine through!

God determines who walks into your life.... it’s up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go."

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr., 2355 Parkway Dr. SE, Cleveland, TN 37323
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YOU PUT THE DEVIL OUT, BUT YOU LET HIM LEAVE HIS BAGS #450

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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YOU PUT THE DEVIL OUT, BUT YOU LET HIM LEAVE HIS BAGS!

You got out of a bad relationship because it was bad, but you are still resentful, and angry (you let the devil leave his bags).

You got out of financial debt, but you still can't control the desire to spend on frivolous things (you let the devil leave his bags).

You got out of a bad habit or addiction, but you still long to try it just one more time (you let the devil leave his bags).

You said, I forgive you, but you can't seem to forget and have peace with that person (you let the devil leave his bags).

You told your unequally yoked boyfriend/girlfriend that it was over, but you still continue to call (you let the devil leave his bags)

You got out of that horribly oppressive job, but you're still trying to sabotage the company after you've left (you let the devil leave his bags).

You cut off the affair with that married man/woman, but you still lust after him/her (you let the devil leave his bags).

You broke off your relationship with that hurtful, abusive person, but you are suspicious and distrusting of every new person you meet (you let the devil leave his bags).

You decided to let go of the past hurts from growing up in an unstable family environment, yet you believe you are unworthy of love from others and you refuse to get attached to anyone (you let the devil leave his bags).

When you put the Devil out, Please make sure he takes his bags.

Happiness keeps you sweet, Trials keep you strong, Sorrows keep you human, Failures keeps you humble, Success keeps you glowing, but only God Keeps you going!

Today, Let the Devil take his bags with him!!!!!!

Have a great day ... Every day
Learn Something New... & Teach Something, too!
Don't Forget To Count Your Blessings!

What a powerful thought. As you are enjoy this Thanksgiving season be thankful for God and his love and remember remember 1John 4:4 "Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world."

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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A BIRD OUT OF A CAGE #449

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A BIRD OUT OF A CAGE

I feel like a bird out of a cage. I'm free! It feels so good to be free to write and send mail today. It reminds me of the night we waited and waited and waited in Viet Nam to take our flight and return to our homeland.

I will never forget when the pilot came over the box and said, "We have now cleared Viet Nam airspace, we are headed home." Wow, what a thrill! After spending a year in a land you had never heard of and with people you had never dreamed of meeting, I was coming home to a land and people I longed to see especially my lovely wife who had faithfully kept me going with her letters, tapes, and packages all year long.

I guess you could say I have been in a cave and felt I was going to explode if my computer didn't get going again so I could share the love of God. I also wanted so much to say thank you to all Veterans for serving and making it possible to have this freedom I have today to once again write what is on my heart as I seek God for what to write and share with you.

You are special and I want to thank you for being part of my life. God is so good, I have no patience with this equipment as my family will tell you but it is the avenue God has provided to share his love and let you know just how much he cares for you each day.

Although this is late, I just want to say thank you Lord for your blessings and allowing this bird to be free. What is freedom? Time will not permit me to share all but to have the freedom to choose to worship God, to raise our family, to move around, to talk and not fear for our life as we share Jesus, this and more is what freedom is for me today.

It breaks my heart when I get mail from those of you who share you don't have this freedom and you tell me about those who are being persecuted and killed for sharing Jesus. It is so sad to know that many Christians have to hide to worship and dare not tell even your family in order to save your life. I can't image this type of life but one thing that comes thru as you share is that it is worth it all because you are free in Jesus.

One of these days it won't be necessary to thank you veterans for giving of your time, your energy, your life because we will all be free as a bird when we move around heaven and that God for the victory we have in him.

Have a wonderful day and never forget to remember our veterans. Some gave some, some gave all and some are still giving so that you might be free. Showing a veteran respect can be done simply by saying "Thank you."

1st John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

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WHILE IT'S ON MY MIND #448

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WHILE IT'S ON MY MIND

There have been a lot of deaths lately that have hit close to home. Of course, when any friend or love one dies it touches us in a different way than someone we don't know. In these times we are lost for words and have difficulty knowing what to say. Just what does one do you may ask? Well, I have found that the most important thing is just being there. Caring enough to listen and be available shows greater love than you may ever know.

So, many young people are dying in accidents or having health problems that take them away from us at such a youthful age. Losing a soldier from your community and seeing the pain that goes with it just opens our eyes to how short life may be.

Recently when we lost our second student from our high school in just a few days one remarked that a local pastor said he had accepted Jesus. Accepting Jesus is vital at any age and serving Jesus is what it is all about. This is why I always close with 1John 1:9 each week. I want anyone who reads to be aware that "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

When we don't understand things that happen in life we can turn to our Lord and know he is the one constant that we can depend on as we struggle with life. Join me in Psalm 71:1-5

1. In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.
2. Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me.
3. Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress.
4. Deliver, me, Oh my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and and cruel man.
5. For thou are my hope, O Lord God: thou art my trust from my youth.

Thank you Lord for being my continual hope and trust. In all you face today, this week, this season let these verses be on your heart and mind to direct you as you share your love and the love of Jesus in all that is placed on your plate.

P.S. Several of you noticed there have been no mailings the last few days. I pray for Surfing with Jesus requests each day even though you may not hear from me. My computer has been down and is still down as I write but our prayers are continual.

1st John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

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MY KIND OF CREDIT CARD #447

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MY KIND OF CREDIT CARD

MASTER’S CARD

Night or day---It’s there for you

There are some things money can't buy,
for everything else there's Master card.
I'm sure you've all received their applications in the mail. However, I'm here to advertise a different card. You see, my life is a product for others to see. I'm a card carrying representative for The Master's Card.
That's right, The MASTER'S CARD. Let me tell you about it. There are no finance charges, no payments due. My bill has already been covered...it's a prepaid deal.. I couldn't afford the price, so Jesus stepped in and paid it for me.
My Name is written on the card for all to see.
It is accessible twenty-hour hours a day from anywhere in the world.
The MASTER'S CARD has so many benefits it's hard to list them all. Let me share some of them with you... you might want to apply for a personal card yourself.
Just for starters there is UNLIMITED GRACE. That's right, there is no preset limit to the amount of grace you receive from The MASTER'S CARD.
Have you been looking for love in all the wrong places? Then, look no farther than The MASTER'S CARD.
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Another great thing about The MASTER'S CARD is that it never expires and will never be canceled. Once you're a member, you're a member for life... eternal life, that is. Membership has its privileges, you know. So why not apply today?
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1st John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

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PRESCRIBED BY THE GREAT PHYSICIAN #446

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, SR.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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PRESCRIBED BY THE GREAT PHYSICIAN

The next time you feel like God can't use you, just remember...

Noah was a drunk
Abraham was too old
Isaac was a daydreamer
Jacob was a liar
Leah was ugly
Joseph was abused
Moses had a stuttering problem
Gideon was afraid
Samson had long hair and was a womanizer
Rahab was a prostitute
Jeremiah and Timothy were too young
David had an affair and was a murderer
Elijah was suicidal
Isaiah preached naked
Jonah ran from God
Naomi was a widow
Job went bankrupt
Peter denied Christ
The Disciples fell asleep while praying
Martha worried about everything
The Samaritian woman was divorced, more than once
Zacceheus was too small
Paul was too religious
Timothy had an ulcer...and
Lazarus was dead!
Now! No more excuses!
God can use you to your full potential
Besides you aren't the message,
you are just the Messenger.
In the Circle of God's love,
God is waiting to use your
Full Potential.

Think About It!

1. God wants spiritual fruit, not religious nuts.
2. Dear God, I have a problem, it's Me.
3. Growing old is inevitable. Growing UP is Optional.
4. There is no key to happiness. The door is always open.
5. Silence is often misinterpreted but never Misquoted.
6. Do the math...Count your blessings.
7. Faith is the ability to not panic.
8. Laugh every day, it's like inner jogging.
9. If you worry, you didn't pray. If you pray, Don't worry.
10 As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling Home everyday.
11 Blessed are the flexible for they shall not be Bent out of shape.
12 The most important things in your house are the people.
13 When we get tangled up in our problems, be still.
God wants us to be still so He can untangle the knot.
14 A Grudge is a heavy thing to carry.
15 He who dies with the most toys is still dead.

Have a great day!!! The SON is shining and He can certainly use you!

1John "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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DANCING WITH GOD #445

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.

2355 Parkway Dr SE

Cleveland, TN 37323

gene@SurfingwithJesus.com

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DANCING WITH GOD

When I meditated on the word, Guidance,
I kept seeing "dance" at the end of the word.
I remember reading that doing God's will is a lot like dancing.
When two people try to lead, nothing feels right.
The movement doesn't flow with the music,
and everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky.
When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead,
both bodies begin to flow with the music.
One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the back
or by pressing lightly in one direction or another.
It's as if two become one body, moving beautifully.
The dance takes surrender, willingness,
and attentiveness from one person
and gentle guidance and skill from the other.
My eyes drew back to the word Guidance.
When I saw "G: I thought of God, followed by "u" and "i".
"God, "u" and "i" dance."
God, you, and I dance.
As I lowered my head, I became willing to trust
that I would get guidance about my life.
Once again, I became willing to let God lead.

My prayer for you today is that God's blessings
and mercies be upon you on this day and everyday.
May you abide in God as God abides in you.
Dance together with God, trusting God to lead
and to guide you through each season of your life.
This prayer is powerful and there is nothing attached.

If God has done anything for you in your life,
please share this message with someone else,
for prayer is one of the best gifts we can receive.
There is no cost but a lot of rewards;
so let's continue to pray for one another.
And I Hope You Dance !

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

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BE HUMBLE LIKE CHRIST #444

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
gene@SurfingwithJesus.com
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BE HUMBLE LIKE CHRIST

Some people live only to please themselves and to make a good impression on others. When we work together caring for others we demonstrate Christ example of putting others first and we create unity and enhance our joy as we serve. Join me with Paul in your Bible a few moments.

Philippians 2
1If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies,
2Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
3Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
4Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
5Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.

Selfish ambition (vainglory) can ruin an individual, family, or church but true humility can build it. When we are humble we have a true perspective of our self. It does not mean we are to put our self down; but we are to lay aside selfishness and treat others with respect and courtesy. When we consider others' interest as more important than our own we link with Christ who was the true example of serving with joy.

Some people excuse selfishness, pride, or evil by claiming their "rights." They think, "I can cheat on this test; after all, I deserve to pass", or "I can spend all this money on myself...I worked for it,"or "I can have this abortion, I have a right to control my own body." As believers we should have a different attitude; one that enables us to lay aside our rights to serve others. If we follow Christ, we will want to live as he lived. We should develop his attitude of humility as we serve, even when we are not likely to get recognition for our efforts.

I ask you today? Are you selfishly clinging to your rights or, are you serving with joy? I pray we will be humble in Christ as we serve the Lord with gladness and come before his presence with singing with joy in all our endeavors to uplift His name.

*Some notes come for Tyndale's KJV Life Application Bible verse commentary.

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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JOY IN SUFFERING #443

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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JOY IN SUFFERING

I'm trying to write what God places on my heart today. I've been studying Paul and his writings to the Philippians. Paul is something else. Here he is in jail and he still has joy in his heart as he writes about these believers and says in Phillippians 1:3 "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you."

This is a personal letter with Paul thanking them for providing for him when he had a need. Paul is going thru a period of suffering but he got excited when he thought about these folks doing good as God laid him on their heart. God still does this today. God's spirit touches our hearts to do good and it is up to us to follow it to do what God lays on our heart.

In Proverbs 3:6 the writer said "In all thy (your) ways acknowledge him and he shall (will) direct thy(your) path." Proverbs 9:10 says "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might..." If Paul had allowed circumstances to take over, he would have had no joy. Suffering comes to everyone at one time or another but in our suffering we need to think of Paul and have joy knowing that God will come thru.

Another scripture in James 4:17 says "Therefore to him that knoweth (knows) to do good and doeth it not (doesn't do it), to him it is sin. It is easy to get caught up in circumstances and go down the wrong path and lose our joy. However, as we grow in Christ and desire to be more and more in Him; we find more and more joy in our journey in Him. It is exciting when we not only listen but heed the voice of the Lord as the Holy Spirit directs us.

When we reach this point in our spiritual growth we like Paul can say "I thank my God upon every rememberance of you." (Philipians 1:3).

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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IT IS A GOD THING #442

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SECleveland, TN 37323
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IT'S A GOD THING #442

God's plan for the ages is that man be saved and return unto him. It is a God thing and worthy of our attention as we are given our breath each day. God's will is for man to not only return unto him but to lift our voices in adoration and praise.

1Thessalonians 5:12-25

12And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;
13And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.
14Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.
15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
16Rejoice evermore.
17Pray without ceasing.
18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
19Quench not the Spirit.
20Despise not prophesyings.
21Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
22Abstain from all appearance of evil.
23And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
24Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.

Wow! This is powerful stuff this morning. God's will is for us is to rejoice, pray, and give thanks at all times and in all ways for all things in every way. Do you understand? It is a God thing!

As you live each day that yoke shall be destroyed as you pray for a release of faith in your life. Pray for a faith day in your life, a faith day in your family, and a faith day in your church. God's word is a weapon against all opposition in our faith. With God in your heart and in your life you have the victory that Satan and his angels cannot withstand.

Proverbs 3:6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Oh, Praise the Lord, he is here right now, allow him to touch you with his word. Take a moment where you are at and allow God's word to penetrate your heart. Allow him to strengthen you and speak peace. Be still and know he is God; it is he that has made us and not we ourselves. We are the sheep of his pastures; enter into his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise. Hallelujah, it is a God thing right now; this very moment in your life and in your heart.

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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AT ABOUT THIS TIME (Thank you Lord) #441

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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AT ABOUT THIS TIME (Thank you Lord)

September 13, 1964, 42 years ago, at about this time, I was tired, on my way to get some sleep after attending church all day at the General Assembly of the Church in Cleveland, TN. All at once, a couple I had met in the spring at Bible Training Camp who had now run into me for the third time this day said there she comes the young lady we want you to meet. I had told them I was not interested but now I had no choice.

With first sight of this young lady I was in love. She was what I had prayed for and 7 months later I married her and fall in love with her more and more each day. She is Mavis Edwina Rominger Dasher, my lovely wife of 41 years and she gets sweeter and sweeter each day.

I had one big problem when I went to introduce her to my father the next day. I couldn't say her name so she had to do it for me. Now that it is changed to Dasher, I can say it quite well.

This young lady has endured faithfully with me thru a military tour to include a trip to Viet Nam. She has put many hours into my education to see I completed my degrees. She has shared with me faithfully in ministry making many moves. She has brought two lovely children into this world and they are blessed to have such a Godly mother.

I use to be her pride and joy but then two grandkids came along and they became her pride and joy. Now, that they are bigger, we have all given way to her new pride and joy "little bit," her little dog. Yes, dear, I've been replaced by your dog.

I know I'm a little crazy with this writing and she normally gets to proof it but guess what with my pride and joy out on my shoulders she will receive this in a e-mail just like you.

I guess you know by now I am proud God came thru right on time for me and blessed me with a woman after his heart as I also desire to be. There have been valleys and there have been peaks but with Jesus we continue on in him and our love is blessed with his peace.

To those of you who are still looking for the love of your life, trust God, please don't get ahead of him. He will come thru for you on his time schedule. My daughter has told her mother and I she could have been married if she wanted to but she is waiting for God. In God there is safety in love and marriage. Don't rush God, don't leap or jump just because you can. There are too many failed marriages. Waiting for God will enhance you not being among this tragic failure we see too often today.

James 4:8 says: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you.

1John 4 states: There is no fear in love, but perfect love casteth out fear because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

1John 4:16 And we have known him and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.

All my life I have doodled on paper, napkins, etc. "God is Love," and "Love is of God." Lord I do thank you for your love; you are the love of my life. And Lord, thank you for my wonderful wife. You have provided me her love and we desire to serve you and look together for your soon return to take us with you to heaven.

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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PERSEVER #440

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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PERSEVERE

I have had this thought on my mind for several days now and can't seem to escape it,To persevere. First I've had all kinds of trouble spelling it. Maybe that in itself is my thought that we keep on until we have completed our course.

In all of life's up's and down's when you know God has called you to a task, determine you are going to complete it. Though discouragement and opposition may come the rewards of a job well done is worth your effort.

Nehemiah 4:6 So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.

One commentator writes that the rebuilding of the wall progressed well because the people had set their hearts and minds on accomplishing the task. Nehemiah constantly combined prayer with preparation. His people trusted God and at the same time kept vigilant watch over what had been entrusted to them. When we pray and look for the role God wants us to have in our projects, we show him we are serious as we combine prayer with thought and preparation.

God is in the business of working through his people to accomplish the seemingly impossible. God shapes people with personality characteristics, experiences, and training that prepare them for his purpose, and usually the people have no idea what God has in store for them.

God prepared Nehemiah to accomplish one of the Bible's impossible tasks. He was a common man in a unique position. He had little power, but he had great influence and was trusted by the king. He was also a man of God concerned about the fate of Jerusalem. From the beginning to the end Nehemiah prayed for God's help. He never hesitated to ask God to remember him. In closing his writing in Nehemiah 13:31b he says remember me, O my God, for good.

I often use the thought of "little is much when God is in it." You may not feel you have any unique abilities but there are two ways you can persever and become useful to God. First talk to God, tell him your heart, your dreams, your desires. Second, be a person that not only talks to God but walks with him daily. Then, put what you learn from God and his word into action as you glorify God in all you do. Who knows the next impossible mission from God may be entrusted to you. Just remember that you need to acknowledge him in all yours ways and thereby he will direct your path.

(Some thoughts are from the Tyndale Life Application Commentary.)

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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SEEK THE FRESH ANOINTING #439

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, SR.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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SEEK THE FRESH ANOINTING

Open your heart to Me and I will pour in fragrant oil.
Lift to Me your cup and I will fill it to overflowing
with the waters of life.
Bring to Me all your needs and I will supply abundantly
out of My fullness.

I am not a man that I should be limited, but I long to
give and to give again and again.
This is not a matter of My granting to you one great
supply to be stored up little by little as needed,
but I give to you a fresh outpouring as each need
arises, yea, and before the need arises, that you
may prepare in advance and that in each emergency
you may have no lack.

I give to you in order that you may serve Me as a
channel of blessing to others.
I know those who shall come, and I know the specific
need of each individual case, and thus I give you
exactly what will be suitable for each one.
So be diligent to come, for why should I send anyone
to you if your are not prepared?
And if you are prepared, I will not fail to send to
you the very ones for whom I have made the provision.

You need not seek them out. How, verily, can you
know?
But I, Myself shall send whom I choose and you shall
marvel.
Thus shall you surely know that it is My work, yea,
the work of God the Father.
This is doing the will of God.

As it is written, "He that doeth the will of God
abideth forever" (1 John 2:17)

Service to Me by the will of the flesh is temporal,
but the doing of the will of God is eternal.
And this is the will of God, that you be about the
Father's business, that you work the works of Him that
has called you and now sends you, even
as did Jesus when He walked among men.

Leave all else to Me.

Seek the fresh anointing and I will do the rest.
FRANCIS ROBERTS.

Thanks for sharing this Ravi.

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

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THE MOST POWERFUL BOOK IN AMERICA #438

SURFING WITH JESUS #438082006
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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THE MOST POWERFUL BOOK IN AMERICA

They lie on the table side by side
The Holy Bible and the TV guide.
One is well worn and cherished with pride.
Not the Bible, but the TV guide.

One is used daily to help folks decide.
No, not the Bible, but the TV guide.
As the pages are turned, what shall they see.
Oh, what does it matter, turn on the TV.

Then confusion reigns, they can't all agree
On what they should watch on the old TV.
So they open the book in which they confide,
No, not the Bible, but the TV guide.

The Word of God is seldom read,
Maybe a verse as they fall into bed.
Exhausted and sleepy and tired as can be;
Not from reading the Bible, from watching TV.

So then back to the table side by side,
Lie the Holy Bible and the TV guide.
No time for prayer, no time for the Word,
The plan of Salvation is seldom heard.

But forgiveness of sin, so full and free,
Is found in the Bible, not on TV.
Choose which book will rule your family.

~The author is unfortunately "unknown"~

A special thank you to Mountain Wings
for sharing this writing.

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MY HEART'S DESIRE #437

SURFING WITH JESUS #437081206
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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MY HEART'S DESIRE

Lord give me thy word for your people today. Grant me the wisdom, the knowledge, and the love to share what we need from you today in Jesus name I pray. As you have often seen me write, my sole desire as I write each week is to uplift Christ, fellow Christians, and share the love of Jesus with others. It is wonderful to know in our search for the right thing to say we have Jesus to show us the way.

Often, I share ideas that you may not need that day but I have found it is for someone as they search for God. When it isn't for you, join me in praying for the one that it is for that day. Who knows it may not be for you today but it may be food and strength for the future.

God is so awesome, I believe as the word says that if we hunger and thirst for righteousness, we will be filled. Do you remember a time God filled you? It's so refreshing when we know God have given us the wisdom, love, knowledge, or the caring heart we have need of at a given moment.

As I write tonight, I am hungry for God's word to penetrate your heart and my heart and lead us forward into the light he has for our path. My hearts desire is to make it to heaven. This is my goal but I always want to help you and others find their way to God and continue on this journey as we complete the commission he has placed before us before he takes us home.

Proverbs 19:8 tells us "He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good." This may sound selfish but I don't think so because if you don't love your own soul, you will not be able to help me or others find their way to Jesus.

Proverbs 19:16 says "He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die." To obey what God teaches us in his word is self-preserving. I don't understand why one would be self-destructive and disobey God's word.

I will close with Proverbs 19:23 as the writer shares "The fear of the Lord tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall be satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil. Both good and bad may come our way in life but having the fear of the Lord gives us the strength to endure until the end of the way. It will be wonderful one day when we see Jesus and hear him say well done thou good and faithful servant. I pray for God's direction in your life. If we never meet on this earth, I pray we join together in praises to God when we meet in heaven.

1John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
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INSIDE OUR GOLF BAG #436

SURFING WITH JESUS #436080506
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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INSIDE OUR GOLF BAG
By Billy Smith (My good friend)

For our devotion today, rather than going to the Bible, let us look inside our golf bag.

God uses numbers in his word for reasons
The study of numbers in the Bible is called dematria

For today let us begin with our number one club
It is called the driver
Everyone pull out your driver our number one club
Number one in the Bible means unity
The only one
There is no other
It means first place
So when we pull out the number one club, it will always remind us that God is number one in our lives.

Also when we think of the driver (number one) we think of power
It is suppose to get us at least 2/3 of the journey of each hole
It is the most powerful club in our bag
Therefore when we think of the driver we think of how powerful that
God is He is Omnipotent, all powerful
Some times we forget the power of our father when we are going through those difficult times in our lives.
We need God to get us past the Kudzu in our lives, and back into the fairway (straight and narrow)

Also… the driver (no.1) sets the tone of how the hole you are playing starts out
If you don’t hit it straight and long, then we will have to pay the consequences
That’s how it is with God, if we are not straight with him and trust that he will lead us and guide through all obstacles, then we have consequences of life.

Also…. Last but not least
The driver has the biggest head of all the clubs
And there is a reason
So that the sweet spot can be distributed equally on the face of the club
So that no matter where we strike the ball, it is a good shot
Therefore we call this a forgiving club
Ain’t that just God
Always forgiving even when we miss
Hit’em straight--- Billy Smith

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
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BIKE RIDE WITH GOD #435

SURFING WITH JESUS #435072906
Pastor Gene A. Dasher Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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BIKE RIDE WITH GOD

When I first met Christ
It seemed as though life was rather like a bike ride,
But it was a tandem bike,
And I noticed that Christ
Was in the back helping me pedal.

I don't know just when it was that
He suggested we change places,
But life has not been the same since.

When I had control, I knew the way,
It was rather boring, but predictable...
It was the shortest distance between two points.

But when He took the lead,
He knew delightful long cuts,
Up mountains, and through rocky places,
At breakneck speeds,
It was all I could do to hang on!
Even though it looked like madness,
He said, "Pedal"

I worried and was anxious and asked,
"Where are you taking me?"
He laughed and didn't answer,
And I started to learn to trust.

I forgot my boring life
And entered into the adventure.
And when I'd say, "I'm scared,"
He'd lean back and touch my hand.

He took me to people with gifts that I needed.
Gifts of healing, acceptance, and joy.
He said, "Give the gifts away;
They're extra baggage, too much weight."

So I did, I gave them to the people we met,
And I found that in giving I received,
And still our burden was light.

I did not trust Him, at first, In control of my life.
I thought He'd wreck it;
But He knows bike secrets,
Knows how to make it bend to take sharp corners,
Knows how to jump to clear high rocks,
Knows how to fly to shorten scary passages.

And I am learning to shut up
and pedal in the strangest places,
And I'm beginning to enjoy the view
And the cool breeze on my face
With my delightful constant companion, Jesus Christ.

And when I'm sure I just can't do anymore,
He just smiles and says...
"Pedal."
(A special thanks to Charlotte for sharing this with us.)

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
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WE ARE ALIVE (QUICKENED) WITH CHRIST #434

SURFING WITH JESUS #434072606
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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WE ARE ALIVE (QUICKENED) WITH CHRIST

Ephesians 2
1And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins;
2Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:
3Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others.
4But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,
5Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
6And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: 7That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.
8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
9Not of works, lest any man should boast.
10For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Paul is talking about our old sinful nature. Here he emphasizes that we do not need to live any longer under sin's power. The penalty of sin and its power over us was destroyed by Christ on the cross. Through faith in Christ we stand acquitted, "not guilty" before God. God does not make us slaves or robots or someone that can't think on their own. We will still be tempted to sin and return to our old ways. The difference is that before we became Christians we were dead in sin and slaves to our sinful nature, but now we are alive (quickened) with Christ. Praise the Lord! Jesus paid this price for anyone who will call upon him and receive this wonderful gift of Salvation.

When someone gives you a gift you don't say, "How much do I owe you," the appropriate response to a gift is "thank you." Yet how often do Christians, even after they have been given the gift of Salvation, feel obligated to try to work their own way to God. Our Salvation is a gift, we should respond with gratitude, praise, and joy.

We become Christians through God's unmerited grace, not as the result of any effort, ability, or act of service on our part. However, when we are quickened and become alive in Christ, I believe we will desire to serve Christ and share our knowledge of his love with others and lead them to this same life we have in Jesus. We are not saved merely to sit and enjoy our gift but to rejoice even as the angels do when someone else has returned to God and received his son Jesus as their Lord, Savior, and Master. Herein, the spiritually dead are made alive and become a new creation desiring to share and receive the goodness of God.

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness

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I DID IT MY WAY #433

SURFING WITH JESUS #433071906
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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I DID IT MY WAY

This past week I was selfish and out of loop I guess you would say but I had a wonderful time as my grandson and I spent a week together doing what I wanted to do.We traveled to Florida and I was blessed to visit some folks I wanted to see.

Our first stop was in Jacksonville, Florida. The first night I visited with my near 90 year old uncle who has been in the ministry since he was a teenager. His health is not as strong as it once was but he still has fire in his heart for Jesus. It was so good to spend time with a warrior of the Lord and share the goodness that God has bestowed upon us. Should I live as long as he I hope my flame keeps kindled and the fire keeps burning to help hurting souls find their way to Jesus and help them grow in his love.

Our next night, I met with a childhood friend that I had not seen since 1958. It was like walking back into a friendship that had never failed. It was so good to meet him and his family. They were just home folks and made us feel very welcome. I just wish we could have had more time to catch up on things. I told him he was a fossil when he told me they had been married for over 40 years. Of course, I guess I'm one too but it's just unusual with us Viet Nam Vets. It seems so many homes were hindered or destroyed over the years. This is very sad to me.

Next, I met with a Viet Nam Vet I was stationed with in Cat Lai that I haven't seen since 1967. He was kind to invite us to spend time in his home and share a meal. Very few people even know where Cat Lai is but we have an inside joke that if you know about the pink floating latrine, then, you've been to Cat Lai. We couldn't get thru with one story before one or the other remembered another one. This could have gone on forever but I knew they had to work the next day.

My precious grandson kindly listened and endured three nights of these ole stories with my family and friends. Yes, I was blessed to see and share past times and catch up on our families. It is wonderful to have friends.

The rest of the week we spent going down the coast, stopping at beaches and lighthouses, and just enjoying being together and having a few days of fun. Selfish, yes, but how long has it been since you took time to go out of your way to share with someone that has touched your life in the past. Often, we wait until it is too late and we see the paper or get a call they are no longer with us.

I encourage you to take time for you, your family, and friends. It will be worth every effort you put forth to share with each other. Sometimes we just have to go out of our way to do things that need to be done. Jesus went out of his way for you and me when he left heaven, came to earth, sent by God to set us free. I'm thankful I am free in Him today. Have a great week and as the kids say today, "Just Do It."

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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THE ABUNDANT LIFE IS A YIELDED LIFE #432

SURFING WITH JESUS #432070606
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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THE ABUNDANT LIFE IS A YIELDED LIFE

Romans 6:10-13

10. For in that he died, he died unto sin once: but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God.
11. Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
12. Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof.
13. Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God.

It is no secret how we are to live the abundant life; it is revealed in Christ in that he died, he died unto sin once: but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God. Faith that saves identifies you with Christ in his death. Faith that yields identifies you with Christ in his resurrection. This is the abundant life.

As a believer you have a choice; you may yield unto God by faith and enjoy abundant life, or you may yield unto sin and endure a defeated life. The power of a yielded life will lift you up above the shadows and plant your feet on higher ground. It will lift you above circumstances that hinder abundant living. This life begins when you yield to Him as Master, allowing Him to live His life through you by faith. Lord help me live an abundant life in you today in Jesus name I pray.

1John 1:9 " If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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CELL PHONES vs BIBLES #430

SURFING WITH JESUS #430062806
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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CELL PHONES vs BIBLES
Shared by Charlotte

I wonder what would happen if we treated our Bible like we treat our cell phones.

What if we carried it around in our purses or pockets.

What if we turned back to go get it if we forgot it.

What if we flipped through it several times a day.

What if we used it to receive messages from the text.

What if we treated it like we couldn't live without it.

What if we gave it to kids as gifts.

What if we used it as we traveled.

What if we used it in case of an emergency.

What if we upgraded it to get the latest version.

Something to make you say hmmmmmmmmmmmmm about.

Isaiah 55:10-11 says, "As the rain and snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: it will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it."
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This is a powerful thought and I always say "Wisdom is gained each time the Bible is opened."

1John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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LITTLE PEBBLES #429

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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LITTLE PEBBLES~

"Behold, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation."

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Like a piece of wood in a pond, a Christian can "float" on the surface of sin and not get too wet. But, just as wood, which is in water for too long gets waterlogged and sinks to the bottom, so also does the Christian who spends too much time around sin.

There is an old saying that goes like this: "It isn't the mountain ahead that wears you out, it's the grain of sand in your shoe." Many a man, worried for fear he would not be able to cross a mountain, has had to stop some miles before he crossed the foothills, because he had not taken time to clean out his shoes.

That has been the source of failure in many Christian lives. Eager to avoid the big sins, one's life may outwardly be one of extreme piety, but if there are hidden imperfections - little pebbles in your shoe - these can cause failure in your Christian life. Little pebbles are compared to the things people refer to as "litle sins." These cause one to stumble in their Christian walk. All sin is offensive to God.

It is the "litle foxes that spoil the vines." Christians must lay aside all bitterness, anger, strife, jealousy, and other things, which will lead one, further into sin. We are to be without spot and live a holy life for the Lord. Yet, we see so many who do not walk in truth or the ways of the Lord. Our Lord works from the inside out, and the work which He begins in our hearts, will be reflected in our daily conversation and lifestyle.

Sin begins with thoughts and temptations. When we keep our minds upon the Lord, we avoid the things, which would cause us to stray from the Lord. Jesus has promised to keep us in perfect peace,when our minds are stayed upon Him.

May we keep a renewed mind of Christ, as we seek to serve Him daily. Even little pebbles can become stumbling blocks in one's life. We must let the Lord turn "stumbling blocks into stepping stones," as we yield our lives completely to Him.

Only Jesus can speak peace into our heart and fill our lives with His Spirit. He leads and guides us into all truths. His name is truly wonderful. He is worthy of all our praise, as we seek to be the best we can be, for His glory."Behold, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation."Our prayer is to always have a closer walk with our Lord and Savior.Reach out to the Lord and He'll touch you today. Everything He truly touches by His Spirit turns to our good.

Blessings In Christ,Jo Ann Kelly J. P.'s Inspirationshttp://www.my.homewithgod.com/jpinspirations/This writing may be used in its entirety, with credits intact,for non-profit ministering purposes.*References: Sermon Illustrations Online

I thought you would enjoy this writing. Watch those pebbles.

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LIFE IS WONDERFUL, EXCITING, AND WILD #428

SURFING WITH JESUS #428062106
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
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Life is Wonderful, Exciting, and Wild

Things have been happening too fast the last few days but it's been a wonderful, exciting, and wild ride with Jesus on our side. Let me see, just a few days ago my wife, daughter and I planned a week in the sun together. Right before we left we realized our air had gone bad in our house. So, we rushed around to get a repair on a holiday weekend that did not happen. However, we did get it repaired before we left and took off on our trip.

We had a wonderful vacation together but while we were gone we received a call telling us the air was out at our home again. Now, you know we never knew what air was when we were growing up but my how times have changed. My son had a portable unit that would cool one room and he graciously brought it over for our cousin to use while she took care of our home and dog of course while we were gone.

So, we completed our trip and came home to 85 inside and rushed to the one room with air. Now, it’s a weekend again so we wait for repair again. This time we decide the old unit had served its course and would have to be replaced after 24 years of service. After a week of being cool in one room and hot everywhere else we are cool. I thank God for blessing us with the price of a new unit. It was about half the cost I was expecting.

While away on vacation, my son and his family rebuilt the deck on the back of our house and blessed us with several surprises on our new deck. Little did we know all of this expense was going to hit at the same time but God is good and provided ways for us to take care of it.

It is wonderful to have family and time together. This month our family has played together, worked together and worshipped together. For Father's Day all of my family came to our church and we had a day of celebrating in music as the Dasher's sang, played music and worshipped God in our morning service. I thank the Lord this is the first time all of my family have been in Sunday morning service with me on Father's Day in quite sometime.

With all this excitement we still have wild things going on. One of our appliances is on the blink, we had to repair the door on our dryer, we found a leak in the connection to our washer and on and on it goes.

So, why do I share this? I guess because it is on my mind and I wanted to share how that God comes thru at all times. Pastor’s families have things happen just like you do. Some moments are exciting as we worship, some days are wild and unpredictable, but at all times God is wonderful.

I thank God he helps us and blesses us each day regardless of what may come our way. It reminds me of one of my favorite verses "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord which made heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2. All we need is God when we face things in our life.

Regardless of how wild the ride may be today rest assured that God is near. When you lift him up in adoration and praise and when you take time to call upon him, he will be near and direct your path as you lean upon him with all that comes your way. Yes, I declare to you that life is wonderful, exciting, and wild with Jesus.

1st John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

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THE HEART OF A FATHER #427

SURFING WITH JESUS #427061206
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
2355 Parkway Dr SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
gene@SurfingwithJesus.com
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THE HEART OF A FATHER
By Roy Lessin

"See how very much our heavenly Father loves us, for He allows us to be called His children, and we really are!..." I JOHN 3:1 NLT

The heart of a father is found in the heart of God. In order for a man to be the kind of father that his children need, a man must understand what kind of a father God is to his children. Here are four important areas to consider:

1. Leadership - Children need leadership. A father has been called by God to instruct his child, point his child to the path of life, and show his child how to walk upon it. A father is a child's spiritual leader. From a father's lips, a child needs to hear wise words and wise counsel; from a father's steps, a child needs to see the importance of wise choices and good decisions; from a father's love, a child needs to discover his purpose, his identity, and his true worth.

A Dad is respected because he gives his children leadership.

2. Care - Children are very needy people. Every child needs to be cared for and have his or her basic needs met. A father has been given the main responsibility of caring for and providing for his children. A man's work is a God given way for a father to care for his family. No work is small or insignificant in the eyes of God. A man's work is honorable and is a doorway through which a father helps to express his love and care for his children in practical ways.

A Dad is appreciated because he gives his children care.

3. Time - Every child has a need to spend time with his father. Being a father is about being together with your child to share life's joys and God's blessings. Every moment a father spends with his child is another opportunity for good to happen in a child's life. A father needs to value and guard his time with his children. Time is a precious gift that a father can give his children and it will have far greater value than any material gift he could ever buy for them.

A Dad is valued because he gives his children time.

4. Himself - Even greater than a father giving his child the gift of time is when a father gives his child the gift of himself. When a father gives the gift of himself, he is saying to his child, "I am not only spending this time with you, but you have my complete attention. My eyes are upon you, my watch-care is over you, my thoughts are with you, and my love is around you. When God spoke to Abram, God gave him this precious promise, " '...Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.' " GENESIS 15:1 KJV

A special thanks to Lisa for sharing this writing with us. Lisa has a wonderful dad, hi Jim.

A Dad is loved because he gives his children the one thing they treasure most-himself.

A special thanks to Lisa for sharing this writing with us. Lisa has a wonderful loving, God fearing dad. Hi Jim!

As I have shared with you before I was blessed with a wonderful dad. I thank God for allowing me to have him as leader who cared for us boys and gave us time as he shared himself and the love God has for us. I know you've been gone 21 years dad but your mentoring lives on within us.

Happy Father's Day to all our dads. Remember even if you did not have a good earthly father, your heavenly father loves you and extends his hand of care to you each day.

1st John 1:9 "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

To join us weekly or stop receiving Surfing with Jesus please send your request to gene@SurfingwithJesus.com. Please continue to pray with us for the prayer request we receive each day.