Still He Walked #470

SURFING WITH JESUS #470040207
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon him, and by His stripes, we are healed.

Isaiah 53:5

Still He Walked...

He could hear the crowds screaming, "Crucify! Crucify!

"He could hear the hatred in their voices,

These were His chosen people.

He loved them,

And they were going to crucify Him.

He was beaten, bleeding and weakened.... His heart was broken,

But still He walked.

He could see the crowd as He came from the palace.

He knew each of the faces so well.

He had created them.

He knew every smile, laugh, and shed tear,

But now they were contorted with rage and anger; His heart broke....

But still He walked.

Was He scared?

You and I would have been

So His humanness would have mandated that He was. He felt alone.

His disciples had left, denied, and even betrayed Him.

He searched the crowd for a loving face and He saw very few.

Then he turned His eyes to the only One who mattered

And He knew that He would never be alone.

He looked back at the crowd, at the people who were spitting,

Throwing rocks at Him and mocking Him, and He knew

That because of Him, they would never be alone.

So for them, He walked.

The sounds of the hammer striking the spikes echoed throughThe crowd.

The sounds of His cries echoed even louder,

The cheers of the crowd, as His hands and feet

Were nailed to the cross, intensified with each blow.

Loudest of all was the still small voice inside His

Heart that whispered "I am with You, my Son",

And God's heart broke.

He had let His Son walk.

Jesus could have asked God to end His suffering,

But instead He asked God to forgive.

Not to forgive Him, but to forgive the ones who were persecuting Him.

As He hung on that cross, dying an unimaginable death,

He looked out and saw, not only the faces in the crowd,

But also, the face of every person yet to be,

And His heart filled with love.

As His body was dying, His heart was alive.

Alive with the limitless, unconditional love He feels for each of us.

That is why He walked.

When I forget how much My God loves me,

I remember His walk.

When I wonder if I can be forgiven,

I remember His walk.

When I need to be reminded of how to live like Christ,

I think of His walk.

And to show Him how much I love Him,

I wake up each morning, turn my eyes to Him,

And I walk....

Author Unknown

Thanks for sharing this with us Linda; may each of us remember Jesus and keep on walking until we see him in glory.

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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Coffee 3469

SURFING WITH JESUS #469032607
Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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COFFEE
A group of alumni, highly established in their careers, got together tovisit their old university professor. Conversation soon turned intocomplaints about stress in work and in life. Offering his guests coffee,the professor went to the kitchen and returned with a large pot ofcoffee and an assortment of cups - porcelain, plastic, glass, crystal,some plain-looking, some expensive, some exquisite - telling them tohelp themselves to the coffee, and cream and sugar.

When all the students had a cup of coffee in hand, the professor said:"If you noticed, all the nice-looking, expensive cups were taken up,leaving behind the plain and cheap ones. While it is normal for you towant only the best for yourselves, THAT is the source of your problemsand stress. Be assured that the cup itself adds no quality to thecoffee. In most cases, it is just more expensive, and in some cases evenhides what we drink. What all of you really wanted was coffee, not thecup, but you consciously went for the best cups . . . And then, youbegan eyeing each other's cups."

"Now consider this: Life is the coffee; the jobs, money and position insociety are the cups. They are just tools to hold and contain Life, andthe type of cup we have does not define, nor change, the quality of Lifewe live. Sometimes, by concentrating only on the cup, we fail to enjoythe coffee God has provided us."

"God brews the coffee, not the cups . . . Enjoy your coffee! Thehappiest people don't have the best of everything. They just make thebest of everything they have."

Thanks for sharing with us Marilyn. Since I don’t like coffee I’ll enjoy my tea.

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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Recall Notice #468

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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RECALL NOTICE

The Maker of all human beings is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the heart.

This is due to a malfunction in the original prototype unit’s code named Adam
and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the same defect in all subsequent units.

This defect has been technically termed "Sub sequential Internal Non-Morality," or more commonly known as S.I.N., as it is primarily expressed.

Some other symptoms include:
1. Loss of direction
2. Foul vocal emissions
3. Amnesia of origin
4. Lack of peace and joy
5. Selfish or violent behavior
6. Depression or confusion in the mental component
7. Fearfulness
8. Idolatry
9. Rebellion

The Manufacturer, who is neither liable nor at fault for this defect, is providing factory-authorized repair and service free of charge to correct this SIN defect. The Repair Technician, Jesus, has most generously offered to bear the entire burden of the staggering cost of these repairs. There is no additional fee required.

The number to call for repair in all areas is:

P-R-A-Y-E-R.

Once connected, please upload your burden of SIN through the REPENTANCE procedure. N ext, download ATONEMENT from the Repair Technician, Jesus, into the heart component. No matter how big or small the SIN defect is, Jesus will replace it with:

1. Love
2. Joy
3. Peace
4. Patience
5. Kindness
6. Goodness
7. Faithfulness
8. Gentleness
9. Self control

Please see the operating manual, the B.I.B.L.E. (Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth) for further details on the use of these fixes.

WARNING: Continuing to operate the human being unit without correction voids any manufacturer warranties, exposing the unit to dangers and problems too numerous to list and will result in the human unit being permanently impounded.

DANGER: The human being units not responding to this recall action will have to be scrapped in the furnace. The SIN defect will not be permitted to enter Heaven so as to prevent contamination of that facility.

Thank you for your attention!

GOD

Please assist where possible by notifying others of this important recall notice, and you may contact the Father any time by "knee mail".

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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"ONLY THE FOOL DENIES GOD'" #467

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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“ONLY THE FOOL DENIES GOD”

Yesterday I read where one of our Congressmen Rep. Pete Stark from California says he doesn’t believe in a supreme being. In a belief statement to The Associated Press he is quoted as saying he was “a Unitarian who does not believe in a supreme being.” “I look forward to working with the Secular Coalition to stop the promotion of narrow religious beliefs in science, marriage contracts, the military and the provision of social services.”

How sad it is to know someone doesn’t believe in a supreme being. I’m thankful I believe in a supreme being and I am thankful Almighty God sent his son to forgive me of my sins as I confess them to him. He is faithful to forgive me of sins and to cleanse me from all unrighteousness.

Thank you, mom, dad, family, teachers, preachers and fellow Christians for sharing the love of Jesus with me and giving me hope of eternal life as you taught me about a Supreme Being Jehovah God is his name.

Psalm 14 of David gives the best answer to those who share this belief.

1The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. 2The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. 3They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one. 4Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD. 5There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. 6Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge. 7Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.

Tyndale notes in the Life Application Bible sums this up very good.

“A fool is not someone who is stupid or uneducated, but a person who rejects God. By rejecting God, the fool rejects the one who made the moral and spiritual laws that make life just and good. A fool is indeed corrupt, because to deny God’s existence allows wickedness to prevail. The apostle Paul quotes these verses in Romans 3:10-12 as he mourns the lack of single heartedness toward God and thus the rampant spread of evil. The wise, however, not only believe there is a God, but also strive to please him. To believe there is a God but refuse to please him is also foolish. Don’t be a fool of either sort”

It is sad that the very God our leaders from day one called upon in battle and sought for wisdom and guidance is no longer needed by some today. Yes, you have the right to proclaim your belief but I feel sorry for you when you forget God who created you. As I write my heart is broken as I pray you will return unto God, acknowledge him, ask forgives and cleansing, receive him as Lord, and take time to worship the Supreme Being who loves you even as you break his heart today.

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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GOD DID IT #466

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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GOD DID IT
A MountainWings Original by James Bronner #3195

My wife and I took our three sons to the beach this year.

I took my middle son out in the water with me as my wife played in the sand with the other two.

I picked him up as we entered waters that approached my kneecaps. I held him close to my chest because the water chilled our bones too much for either of us to hold our own body heat.

As I held him, my eyes gently rested on the endless expanse of waves that rolled along the surface ever so rhythmically.

My eyes then drifted higher to the invisible line that separates the ocean from the sky with exactness. I then beheld the beauty of the sky and everything that it contained. It seemed like time had stopped and the only two people on earth were my son John and I. At that moment, I had the realization that this would be a great time for a lesson in life.

This was John's first time in the ocean and I knew that there were certain things that even school couldn't teach him. John was only two years old, I knew his mind would be highly impressionable at this age considering his logic faculties had not been fully developed yet.

Father started with the first lesson on the beach of life.

I said John, "Do you see all of this water, who do you think created the ocean?"

Before I taught him I just wanted to see what kind of childish, cartoon minded answer he would give me. He looked out over all of the countless waves (even though countless in his little mind was anything over ten) and surveyed the landscape.

Little did I know that my two year old was about to give me an untaught answer, that half of the professors at Harvard would have disagreed with. He answered not even in his normal answering tone, where the answer comes out with such a degree of doubt that it sounds like a question. With all the force of his little lungs he shouted out three little but powerful words with such confidence that it reverberated down the beach.

"God did it."

Even though I was the teacher and had years of training through an engineering degree at one of the nation's top schools, there was no more that I could add to this preschooler's answer.

So I went on to the next question.

"John do you see that blue space above the water that we called the sky, who do you think created that."

As he looked up and again considered the vastness of the space, he again shouted out:

"God did it."

Again, there was nothing I could add to his answer. I brought my son out here and was experiencing a moment of inspiration. I was the daddy and he was the son; I was determined to teach him something. So I went on to my third question.

"Okay John, those are very big things and yes God did create them, but do you see that small little bird flying right above our heads, who do you think created it."

Almost before I could muster a smile from the satisfaction of finally being able to teach my son something, out shot the
answer:

"God did it."

I figured for my last question I'd better get a little tricky with him. I guessed that since he knew I was his father and he knew that I had something to do with him getting in this world, not to mention I was holding him up from the dangerous water since he couldn't swim. With a scholar's pride, I asked my final question.

"John who created you?"

"God did it."

I asked no more questions that day. That day I was the student, the learner. I learned that some answers are already within us.

This was too good not to share. Just remember “God did 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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God's Love Is Still The Sam 3465

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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GOD’S LOVE IS STILL THE SAME

Yesterday has come and gone but God's love for you is still the same. The bible says He is the same yesterday, today and forever. I'm thankful that God doesn't change. Unlike our friends and love ones who may let us down once in awhile, he changes not. With the knowledge of his steadfastness, we are able to cling to the hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

It is wonderful to be able to rise in the morning and think of the goodness of our almighty God. Do you take time to thank him for life, health or strength? Do you take it for granted and leave home in a rush to get your busy life in gear? I always love to hear my precious mother say “I was just thinking about God today and he is so good to me.” Yes, God is very good to us each day.

When we take time to reflect on God's mercy we are enriched and our day begins with a freshness that will cause us to look and behold all that he is doing for us as we begin our day. Did you get out of that bed today? How did you do it? You say; I just did it! Well, think about it a moment. Without God giving you the strength to rise you would still be laying there.

I remember a dear saint that was bedfast the last few years of her life. She would break bones just trying to turn over on her side. It was so sad to behold but oh, how this lady loved God. Many times we would go to have a little service with her to lift her up but we were the ones lifted up.

Recently one of you shared how that since your health has changed you have learned to ministry thru what God has placed in your hands. There is always room to do all that our hands find to do to glorify God. To God be the honor, glory, and praise. So, I ask you today, will you take time to thank God for all he has done in your life, all he is doing, and all he is about to do to bless you as you lift Him up in adoration and praise.

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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Surfing with Jesus #463

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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Just a Closer Walk

This week I have found myself reading the word and crying out to God for healing and physical strength. I know God is my healer and I know it takes faith to believe but sometime I find myself crying out “Forgive me Lord, please help my unbelief.

When our bodies fail us and we are unable to do as we desire, it is easy to become depressed. That’s when I encourage myself by going to the word and just reading about God and his plan for healing and meeting my needs.

I guess you have never found yourself in this position or you don’t want to let others know that you are weak and need help. Well, I think it is healthy to be honest before God and cry out “I am weak but thou art strong, Jesus keep me from all wrong, I’ll be satisfied as long, As I walk let me walk close to thee.” Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it Jesus is my plea (humble plea), Daily walking close to Thee, Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.”

Then, God’s word cries out to me and I’m so glad I have hid his word away in my heart. I thank my wonderful parents, teachers, preachers, etc. that taught me to come to God’s word in these times.

You know Jesus is our everything as we find him throughout the Bible.
Look with me at a few verses.

But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Philippians 4:13

Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loves us. Romans 8:37

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. John 15:7

So, this week I have been crying out with my wife “Lord we ask you for healing.”

And the Bible says in Mark 11:24 “Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.

Thank you God for your word, I stand on your promises today doubting not. Lord, may I walk close to thee this day 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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Our Promise Is Realized Through Faith #462

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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OUR PROMISE IS REALIZED THROUGH FAITH

Romans 4:18-25 (KJV)
18Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, so shall thy seed be. 19And being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sarah's womb: 20He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; 21And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform. 22And therefore it was imputed to him for righteousness. 23Now it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him; 24But for us also, to whom it shall be imputed, if we believe on him that raised up Jesus our Lord from the dead; 25Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification.
Abraham set the perfect example of realizing his promise as he exercised his faith in God. We receive Christ through this same act of faith as we repent of our sins and ask forgiveness and accept him as our Lord and Savior and soon coming King.
Are you in need of God’s touch for your body, your marriage, your finances, your spiritual well being? Will you against all hope believe in God to perform all he has promised you today? Will you cast off all unbelief; be strong in faith, and give God glory as he performs all he has promised you?
Being fully persuaded Abraham believed God. Will you allow righteousness to be imputed to you because you believe God? Lord help our unbelief, help us to be strong in faith as we trust you to lead us, guide us, and direct us into all truth. May we do whatsoever our hands find to do with all our might and be strong in you as we share your love with others today. May we lift you up in Jesus name I pray. To you alone be the glory.

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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Nature of God #461

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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NATURE OF GOD

Yesterday I arose and was unable to work on writing because my computer has been down all week. I sat in my office looking out the window waiting for the time to go to the funeral home for the celebration service of one of our dear ladies Sister Reba whom God chose to carry home to glory. Outside I heard an owl hooting softly, I heard the neighborhood dogs barking, and I looked out my window and saw a woodpecker busy at work pecking away for nourishment.

All of this caught my attention and for a few minutes I was captivated by nature and looked at the handiwork of God as he provides for the needs of all creation. This beautiful little bird was braving the morning chill and basking in the sunshine that God was providing. What harmony I beheld as nature took its course. It was like music to my ears as I listened and watched. What contentment each of these creations demonstrated. I thought, isn’t our God wonderful!

This was a wonderful start of my day. I thought Lord; teach us to take time to enjoy you and all creation each day. I believe that regardless of the circumstances we face each morning if we will just take a moment and enjoy God we will have an enriched day. As you have your morning coffee or tea; take time to receive of the Lord the strength for the day.

Just think you can talk to the Lord about anything. His lines of communication are completely open. He is ready to forgive you if you need forgiveness, he is ready to heal you, he is ready to lead you and he is ready to listen to you. Take time for God, take time to listen to him as he directs your steps today. Take courage as meditate on Psalm 130:5 this week. “I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.”

Guess what? My little woodpecker just arrived again and his head is bobbing away as I write. Have a good day in Jesus

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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Lord Give Us That We Need Today #460

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LORD GIVE US THAT WE HAVE NEED OF TODAY

Hum! Have you ever woke up in the morning and simply said” Lord what do I have need of today?” As I think about writing each week I continually ask the Lord to give me something you as a very diverse reading audience need to hear to help you in life’s journey today. Sometimes it clicks right away and sometimes I have to wait on the Lord.

The song says, “They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall rise up with wings as eagles. They shall run and not grow weary, they shall walk and not faint, teach me Lord, teach me Lord to wait.”

These are powerful words that strike the heart and will give us strength when we practice it in our lives each day. Join me in the word for a moment. Psalm 40

1I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.
2He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set
my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.
3And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.
4Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.

This makes me want to sing, “Look what the Lord has done.” God is so
wonderful! He picks us up, puts our feet on a solid rock, and establishes our goings. I often wonder how anyone can fail to see God. I want to sing a new song to him and have a continual praise unto him as he feeds me with his love and care. Thank you Lord for I am blessed to know you as my Lord and Savior and soon coming King. To God be the glory in this world and in the world to come. Amen.

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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GIVING TO THE NEEDY #459

GIVING TO THE NEEDY #459011107

Matthew 6:1-4
1Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.

2Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, they have their reward.

3But when thou doest alms let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

4That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.

There are hurting people everywhere. What a great opportunity there is to show the love of Jesus when we are able to help those in need. When we think of giving to the needy we think of giving of things such as food clothing and shelter. This is vital and important but we also need to give of ourselves and time to assist those God entrust us with each day.

Many businesses and individuals today are willing to give as long as they receive publicity and proper credit. But the Bible teaches us to give with the right heart and in the right way even if we never receive any earthly reward or credit.

When one gives from the heart they don’t need it published in the media and they don’t need a big thank you card; one simply provides the need because it is the right thing to do and goes on their way with or without fanfare.

What a thrill it is to follow this principal and allow God to bless us openly. It is God that has given to us that we may give to others. God’s reward is greater than any halo man may give us or any words he may bestow upon us.

So, when you give; rejoice in the Lord and allow Him to reward you as he continues to bless you and provide for your needs each day. Oh! What a God He is! His rewards are beyond measure.

Be The Apple Of God's Eye In 2007 #458

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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BE THE APPLE OF GOD’S EYE IN 2007

A few years ago, a group of salesmen went to regional sales convention in Chicago. The convention lasted all week, and all the salesmen had assured their wives that they would be home in plenty of time for Friday night's dinner.

As they hurried to the airport to catch their return flight, they rushed down the airport's corridor with their briefcases in hand. In their rush, one of these salesmen inadvertently kicked over a table, which held a display of apples. Apples flew everywhere. Without stopping or looking back, they all continued running so they would make their plane.

All but one; he stopped after running a few more yards, took a deep breath, and experienced a twinge of compassion for the girl whose apple stand had been overturned. He told his buddies to go on without him, waved goodbye, told one of them to call his wife when they arrived at their home destination and explain his taking a later flight. Then he returned to the terminal where the apples were all over the terminal floor.

He was glad he did. The 16-year-old girl running the apple cart was totally blind. She was softly crying, tears running down her cheeks in frustration, and at the same time helplessly groping for her spilled produce as the crowd swirled about her, no one stopping and no one to care for her plight.

The salesman knelt on the floor with her, gathered up the apples, put them back on the table and helped organize her display. As he did this, he noticed that many of the apples had become battered and bruised; these he set aside in another basket. When he had finished, he pulled out his wallet and said to the girl, "Here, please take this $40 for the damage we did.

Are you okay?" She nodded through her tears. He continued on with, "I hope we didn't spoil your day too badly." As the salesman started to walk away, the bewildered blind girl called out to him, "Mister..." He paused and turned to look back into those blind eyes. She continued, "Are you Jesus?"

He stopped in mid-stride, and he wondered. Then slowly he made his way to catch the later flight with that question burning and bouncing about in his soul: "Are you Jesus?" Do people mistake you for Jesus?

That's our call, is it not? To be so much like Jesus that people cannot tell the difference as we live and interact with a world (shopping, working, reacting to others that are serving us) that is blind to His love, life and grace.

If we claim to know Him, we should live, walk and act as He would. Knowing Him is more than simply quoting Scripture and going to church. It's actually living the Word as life unfolds day to day. You are the apple of His eye even though we, too, have been bruised by a fall. He stopped what He was doing and picked you and me up on a hill called Calvary and paid in full for our damaged fruit.

Let us live like we are worth the price He paid. Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.God bless you!

Our lives and the lives we touch will be enhanced as we accept the challenge to be seen as Jesus in all we do in 2007. May we share the love of Jesus each day of our new year and encourage souls to receive Christ as their Savior. Likewise, may we be an encouragement and help to fellow Christians as they continue their journey in God. Thanks for sharing with us Patty.

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What I Received For Christmas #457

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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WHAT I RECEIVED FOR CHRISTMAS

Wow! I am blessed this year to have the knowledge of Jesus Christ. I know for sure that if I were to die today that I would be with Jesus because I have confessed my sins and he has forgiven me and he lives in my heart today.

It has been wonderful to see all the celebrations as we sing and rejoice about Jesus this month. There have been live nativity scenes, cantatas and plays, manager scenes and many other things that bring our thoughts to Jesus, which is what this season is all about. With all the commercialization to pump up sales using everything but Jesus it is refreshing to join family and friends in our homes and church and remember that Jesus is the reason for the season.

I know this may not be the day or date that Jesus was born but we don’t worship the date. We with the angels in heaven take time to rejoice that a Savior was born to take away the sins of the world and we are blessed to have this shared with us. It is a thrill to know God cared for us and shared His son Jesus with us.

Praise the Lord! I received many things for Christmas but the best gift is the love of God, and the love of my family, and friends. Things are good and I love them but being blessed to have all of my family together was the best gift. On Christmas day thanks to my nephew, my mother arrived from Ohio and is spending time with me as I write. Wow! This is a special treat; I never dreamed of having my mother in my home for Christmas. It’s been a long time since we spent Christmas together. Normally, we go see her on Thanksgiving and don’t fight the bad weather that she normally has in Ohio at Christmas time.

You know, God is so good to me; I don’t deserve all that he bestows upon me. I do thank Him for His love, His care, and His mercy. I don’t know why anyone would want to go a moment without Jesus in their heart. It makes me want to sing the kids song I was taught many years ago. “Into my heart, into my heart, Come into my heart, Lord Jesus, Come in today, Come in to stay, Come into my heart, Lord Jesus.” As I watch children sing the songs of Christmas, it is so precious to see them pouring their heart out to our Lord.

So, in closing, I say, thank you Lord for your blessings on me, thank you Lord for saving my soul, thank you Lord for making me whole, thank you Lord for my family and friends, thank you Lord for allowing me to minister and share your love with others. May I never forget to lift you higher as I praise and worship you in the days ahead? In the year ahead remember Jesus is the reason for the season, yes, every season. The right season for Jesus is every day, 365 days a year.

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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Is There A "W" In Christmas #456

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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IS THERE A “W” IN CHRISTMAS

Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peacefulexperience. I had cut back on nonessential obligations...extensive cardwriting, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending

Yet still, I found myself exhausted, unable to appreciate the preciousfamily moments, and of course, the true meaning of Christmas. My son,Nicholas, was in kindergarten that year. It was an exciting season fora six year old. For weeks, he'd been memorizing songs for his school's"Winter Pageant." I didn't have the heart to tell him I'd be working thenight of the production. Unwilling to miss his shining moment, I spokewith his teacher. She assured me there'd be a dress rehearsal themorning of the presentation. All parents unable to attend thatevening were welcome to come then. Fortunately, Nicholasseemed happy with the compromise.

So, the morning of the dress rehearsal, I filed in ten minutes early,found a spot on the cafeteria floor and sat down. Around the room,I saw several other parents quietly scampering to their seats.
As I waited, the students were led into the room.
Each class, accompanied by their teacher, sat cross-legged on the floor.Then, each group, one by one, rose to perform their song.

Because the public school system had long stopped referring to theholiday as "Christmas," I didn't expect anything other than fun,commercial entertainment...songs of reindeer, Santa Claus, snowflakesand good cheer. So, when my son's class rose to sing, "Christmas Love,"I was slightly taken aback by its bold title.

Nicholas was aglow, as were all of his classmates, adorned in fuzzymittens, red sweaters, and bright snowcaps upon their heads. Thosein the front row - center stage - held up large letters, one by one,to spell out the title of the song.

As the class would sing, "C is for Christmas," a child would hold up theletter C. Then, "H is for Happy," and on and on, until each child holdingup his portion had presented the complete message, "Christmas Love."

The performance was going smoothly, until suddenly, we noticed her;a small, quiet, girl in the front row holding the letter "M" upside down -totally unaware her letter "M" appeared as a "W". The audience of 1stthrough 6th graders snickered at this little one's mistake. But she hadno idea they were laughing at her, so she stood tall, proudly holding her"W".

Although many teachers tried to shush the children, the laughtercontinued until the last letter was raised, and we all saw it together.A hush came over the audience and eyes began to widen. In that instant,we understood the reason we were there, why we celebrated the holidayin the first place, why even in the chaos, there was a purpose for ourfestivities.

For when the last letter was held high, the message read loud and clear:"CHRISTWAS LOVE" And, I believe, He still is!!!

God certainly does work in mysterious ways!!!

HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS

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Bright Lights #455

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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BRIGHT LIGHTS

This time of year everyone smiles as they look at the bright lights around our homes and our communities. These lights make everyone smile and beam from ear to ear. We are so happy that we tend to be kind and cheerful all month long. It is amazing how just a few lights can change our actions as we deal with people in crowded traffic and busy stores as we rush around to find that perfect gift to give to everyone.

As I ponder on this excitement I can only imagine how happy God is when he sees his children happy and excited about Jesus. As we celebrate the birth of our Lord, I pray we will share the story of Jesus and his love with this busy world in which we live.

Let me share a story that took place yesterday. My mother whom will be 85 next Monday went to the store to get some things for her home. During the busy time of day in her town her car broke down in the middle of the street. By the time she got out of her car two men jumped out and offered to help her. These men pushed her car out of the road and assisted her in getting her car towing service to come to help her. One of the men had to leave but the other one refused to leave her until help arrived.

In the next few minutes they began to talk and he ask if she went to church. She told him where she attended. Then, he went further and asks her if she knew Jesus. She told him she accepted Jesus in her heart when she was nine. In the midst of this entire struggle the bright lights continue to shine and everyone continues to be in a hurry but this young man took time to share Jesus. I’m so thankful my mother knows the Lord, but I’m excited that a total stranger took time for a little lady out in the cold with a need.

I like to imagine that if my mother had need of Jesus that the angels in heaven would have rejoiced and brighter lights than any on this earth would have burst forth because a soul was saved and returned to the Lord.

This was a great experience for this young man and my mother. I can only imagine this young man as he witnesses to someone else this Christmas season and he leads him or her to our Savior as they accept Jesus in their heart. I can feel the excitement and joy in the air as they rejoice together with a pure heart before God. In closing I pray you will be a bright light shinning for Jesus this Christmas season.

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 New Beginning #454

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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A NEW BEGINNING

Christmas celebrates the birth of Christ. This birth brought a new beginning to mankind; it would turn the world upside down. No event since the creation of man has ever had such a dynamic effect on this earth. God came to earth in the flesh and would be called Jesus. From this humble beginning in a lowly manager without fanfare in the city of Bethlehem a child came forth to bring redemption to all who would receive Him.

This child, soon to become a young man did not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Man was looking for a King to set upon a throne to lead them and to reign. When King Herod heard these things he was troubled and demanded the chief priest and scribes tell him where Christ should be born.

When Herod saw he was mocked by the wise men not returning and telling him where the child was; he was angry and slew all the children in Bethlehem and the costal area that were under two years of age. Yes, Christ birth created quite a stir in our world and this was just the beginning of his impact to mankind.

Christ came to earth and fulfilled his purpose, as he became the sacrifice that would be acceptable to cover all our sins. Man would no longer continue to bring the animals as a sacrifice because Christ blood replaced this as he paid the price of redemption for lost man.

In this Christmas season, if you have not asked God to forgive you of your sins, you can receive the greatest gift ever offered to mankind by repenting and asking God to forgive you of your sins. Receive Christ into your heart and accept him as your Lord and Savior. This new beginning in Christ will allow you to rejoice with the angels in heaven because a sinner has returned to 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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A LETTER FROM GOD TO HIS CHILDREN #453

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A LETTER FROM GOD TO HIS CHILDREN

Dear Children:

It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are taking My name out of the season. Maybe you've forgotten that I wasn't actually born during this time of the year and that it was some of you're predecessors who decided to celebrate My birthday on what was actually a time of pagan festival. Although I do appreciate being remembered anytime.

How I personally feel about this celebration can probably be most easily understood by those of you who have been blessed with children of your own. I don't care what you call the day. If you want to celebrate My birth just, GET ALONG AND LOVE ONE ANOTHER. Now, having said that let Me go on.

If it bothers you that the town in which you live doesn't allow a scene depicting My birth, then just get rid of a couple of Santa’s and snowmen and put in a small Nativity scene on your own front lawn. If all My followers did that there wouldn't be any need for such a scene on the town square because there would be many of them all around town.

Stop worrying about the fact that people are calling the tree a holiday tree, instead of a Christmas tree. It was I who made all trees. You can & may remember Me anytime you see any tree. Decorate a grape vine if you wish: I actually spoke of that one in a teaching explaining who I am in relation to you & what each of our tasks were. If you have forgotten that one, look up John 15: 1 - 8.

If you want to give Me a present in remembrance of My birth here is my wish list. Choose something from it.

1. Instead of writing protest letters objecting to the way My birthday is being celebrated, write letters of love and hope to soldiers away from home. They are terribly afraid and lonely this time of year. I know, they tell Me all the time.

2. Visit someone in a nursing home. You don't have to know them personally. They just need to know that someone cares about them.

3. Instead of writing George complaining about the wording on the cards his staff sent out this year, why don't you write and tell him that you'll be praying for him and his family this year. Then follow up. It will be nice hearing from you again.

4. Instead of giving your children a lot of gifts you can't afford and they don't need, spend time with them. Tell them the story of My birth, and why I came to live with you down here. Hold them in your arms and remind them that I love them.

5. Pick someone that has hurt you in the past and forgive him or her.

6. Did you know that someone in your town will attempt to take their own life this season because they feel so alone and hopeless? Since you don't know who that person is, try giving everyone you meet a warm smile it could make the difference. Also, you might consider supporting the local Hot-Line: they talk with people like that every day.

7. Instead of nit picking about what the retailer in your town calls the holiday, be patient with the people who work there. Give them a warm smile and a kind word. Even if they aren't allowed to wish you a "Merry Christmas" that doesn't keep you from wishing them one. Then stop shopping there on Sunday. If the store didn't make so much money on that day they'd close and let their employees spend the day at home with their families.

8. If you really want to make a difference, support a missionary, especially one who takes My love & Good News to those who have never heard My name. You may already know someone like that.

9. Here's a good one. There are individuals & whole families in your town who not only will have no "Christmas" tree, but neither will they have any presents to give or receive. If you don't know them (and I suspect you don't) buy some food & a few gifts & give them to the Marines, the Salvation Army or some other charity that believes in Me & they will make the delivery for you.

10. Finally if you want to make a statement about your belief in and loyalty to Me, then behave like a Christian. Don't do things in secret that you wouldn't do in My presence. Let people know by your actions that you are one of mine.

P.S. Don't forget; I am God and can take care of Myself. Just love Me & do what I have told you to do. I'll take care of all the rest. Check out the list above & get to work; time is short. I'll help you, but the ball is now in your court. And do have a most blessed Christmas with all those whom you love and remember, I LOVE YOU. Thanks to several of you for this one.

God’s love shown thru you is the greatest Christmas gift you can give to anyone. Remember, God is love and as you share his love you receive much more from him than you could ever give to someone you bless with your love.

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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TWO WOLVES #452

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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TWO WOLVES

One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.

He said, "My son, the battle is between two "wolves" inside us all.

One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.

The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith."

The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather:

"Which wolf wins?"

The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one you feed."

Be thankful for the golden nuggets we can gain from our grandparents. Respect for our elderly will enhance our life as we learn from their experiences in life. These golden tidbits will keep us in line with God’s word and help us grow and be nurtured in His love.

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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Quilt of Holes #451

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Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.
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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."

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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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