SUNDAYS WITH JOYCE

WORD FOR TODAY


MODEL
1. Be example by doing good deeds Titus 2:7, 1 Timothy 4:12 In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine showing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, Let no man despise thy youth, but be thou an example of believers, in word, in conversation, , in charity, in spirit, , in faith, in purity.
2. Do not be influenced by bad example 3 John 11 Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.
3. Do not be stumbling block 1 Corinthians 8:9,13 But take heed lest by any means this liberty of yours becomes a stumbling block to them that are weak. Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend.
4. Imitate apostles and Lord 1 Thessalonians 1:6 And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost:
5. Imitate the ants Proverbs 6:6, 9 Go tot he ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? When wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
6. Leaders lead by good example 1 Peter 5:3 Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but being examples to the flock.




Philippians 4:4-9, KJ2000

4 Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.
5 Let your fairness be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
6 Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
7 And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
9 Those things, which you have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.


These days, there is so much happening to discourage us from being happy. Peace becomes a challenge, and understanding is at an all time low. I just happen to believe that if I put my hands in God's hands, I will be able to live more successfully.

Look for opportunities to be a model of Love. We have an assignment everyday to be good to our sisters, and brothers. Living to give, rather than living to get. Everyday, find somebody to be good to. Look for ways to be a blessing to someone else, so that God will bless you. That is the key to true fulfillment. Being sensitive to people we meet each day. We can be a model for someone who needs a miracle, no matter how small.. When you are good to others, God will be good to you! You can't out give God....

Are you willing to be a model of His love........