LIFE IS AN ACTION WORD (John 14:6)

*Focus Thoughts and Live Life*

Life is an action word. Doing activities, achieving goals as realized accomplishments, and enjoying each moment, is possible. Although many times this may seem that with all the obstacles and challenges, that this is an improbable possibility. Trusting God, and having real confidence in our divine inspiration will cause the impossible to be possible.  “Let there be Light”  was the first command that was given by the Creator, and with this Light, Vision was created. When we focus our Inner Vision upon the Divine Light we are able to see the path that will lead us forward. Asking in prayer that our Vision be clear, guiding us in stepping forward with trust, and in achieving each

accomplishment along the way, will produce progress.  Moment by moment more will be demonstrated by our behavior and our understanding that the path we are on is Illuminated.  Our Focus in prayer will cause a closer relationship with God.

Regardless how depressed, or overwhelmed one may be at the present moment.  Perseverance ,*One day at a Time !!* in following the Divinely inspired directions will lead one to the Blessings of the *Promised Land*.  The *Land* may not be a geographical location, but it will be a *Land* filled with the milk and honey of the Peace of Christ’s Presence.

Focusing upon all that is above, I am reminded of that which Jesus said; “ I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life....” (John 14:6)

This reality is also revealed in the powerful lyrics of Psalm 119:105 “Thy Word is a Lamp to my feet, and a Light upon my path....”.  In the same Psalm, this praise is followed by the cry, "...give me life in accord with your Word." (verse 107)

As is stated somewhere !!! “ One is Lost, until a Path and Lamp is Given !!”        Happy Resurrection Day !!

                                                                                    Br.Phil. Bara, 3-25-13

GREAT IS THE GOD OF CHRISTIANS

“Great is the God of the Christians!!”  This was the Battle Cry, of many knights, sailors,

and Warriors in the Coliseum !!  This HooRahh !! ought to be ours today. Throughout our Life

we have many times when we need to not only proceed with caution, but with the zeal of a Warrior.

The early martyrs, and also the gladiators, that gathered in the days of persecution would cry out this verse. The tears that many expected to occur would turn to shouts of praise. So as we proceed with all of our many challenges may we be in Spiritual Unison with the many of the Historic Past. Lets unite our hearts and souls with the Valiant ones of yesteryear and Echo their cry of courageous witness: “Great is the God of the Christians !!”

                                                                                                                                                              Br.Phil. 3-23-13

ENCOURAGEMENT !!! EDIFICATION !!!

What might be your first thought after reading about a person described as a wanderer, an alcoholic, and a psychiatric patient? “Saint” would probably not be the word, and yet today’s memorial celebrates a person who, with his many struggles throughout his life oriented himself to God. Saint John of God’s experiences—which often left him as an outcast in society—were transformed through the grace of God and John’s openness to being transformed by this grace. He opened not only his heart but his door to helping others who were in difficulty, eventually founding the Hospitaller Order in Granada, Spain. How might your own struggles in life be an opportunity for grace? This is just a word of Encouragement, for all of us that have had thoughts that we were

useless, wasted, or just plain ol’ tired of putting up with it all !!  may the Richness of His Grace be poured on

and with us this day !! In *All* ways !! In the Name of Jesus Christ, The Everlasting One !! Amen !!

                                                                                       Br.Phil Bara