Quote from Forum Archives on August 9, 2001, 10:22 pm

Posted by: masinick <masinick@...>

Dear friends,

I received a message from my wife this evening that has a
wonderful description about Jesus Christ. It comes in the form
of one of those "pass it along" notes. I think it is, in fact,
worthy of passing along, so I will do so. To bring the week to a
close, I'd also like to share my own favorite passage of
scripture. I love the book of Philippians. The American Bible
Society has made scripture available online, and I have taken
Philippians 4:2-23 from their Web site,
www.gospelcom.net/yob/dated/2001/09/see_today-09-16.shtml

So here is the fourth chapter of Philippians, in the
"Contemporary English Version" of the Bible, followed by the
"pass it along" note that I mentioned. I pray that God will
richly bless these words as you read them.

Your Brother in Christ,
Brian

Philippians 4.2-23 Paul Encourages the Lord's Followers 2
Euodia and Syntyche, you belong to the Lord, so I beg you to stop
arguing with each other. 3 And, my true partner, I ask you to
help them. These women have worked together with me and with
Clement and with the others in spreading the good news. Their
names are now written in the book of life. 4 Always be glad
because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad. 5 Always be
gentle with others. The Lord will soon be here. 6 Don't worry
about anything, but pray about everything. With thankful hearts
offer up your prayers and requests to God. 7 Then, because you
belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one
can completely understand. And this peace will control the way
you think and feel. 8 Finally, my friends, keep your minds on
whatever is true, pure, right, holy, friendly, and proper. Don't
ever stop thinking about what is truly worthwhile and worthy of
praise. 9 You know the teachings I gave you, and you know what
you heard me say and saw me do. So follow my example. And God,
who gives peace, will be with you.

Paul Gives Thanks for the Gifts He Was Given
10 The Lord has made me very grateful that at last you have
thought about me once again. Actually, you were thinking about me
all along, but you didn't have any chance to show it. 11 I am not
complaining about having too little. I have learned to be
satisfied with whatever I have. 12 I know what it is to be poor
or to have plenty, and I have lived under all kinds of
conditions. I know what it means to be full or to be hungry, to
have too much or too little. 13 Christ gives me the strength to
face anything. 14 It was good of you to help me when I was
having such a hard time. 15 My friends at Philippi, you remember
what it was like when I started preaching the good news in
Macedonia. After I left there, you were the only church that
became my partner by giving blessings and by receiving them in
return. 16 Even when I was in Thessalonica, you helped me more
than once. 17 I am not trying to get something from you, but I
want you to receive the blessings that come from giving. 18
I have been paid back everything, and with interest. I am
completely satisfied with the gifts that you had Epaphroditus
bring me. They are like a sweet-smelling offering or like the
right kind of sacrifice that pleases God. 19 I pray that God will
take care of all your needs with the wonderful blessings that
come from Christ Jesus! 20 May God our Father be praised forever
and ever. Amen.

Final Greetings
21 Give my greetings to all who are God's people because of
Christ Jesus. The Lord's followers here with me send you
their greetings. 22 All of God's people send their
greetings, especially those in the service of the Emperor. 23
I pray that our Lord Jesus Christ will be kind to you and will
bless your life!

Scripture made available by the American Bible Society for the
Year of the Bible Project. These passages are from the
Contemporary English Version of the Bible. For more information
call: 1.888.324.2535 or contact us through this web site.
www.gospelcom.net/yob/dated/2001/09/see_today-09-16.shtml

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He is the First and Last, the Beginning and the End!
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He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all!
He is the Architect of the universe and
The Manager of all times.
He always was, He always is, and He always will be...
Unmoved, Unchanged, Undefeated, and never Undone!
He was bruised and brought healing!
He was pierced and eased pain!
He was persecuted and brought freedom!
He was dead and brought life!
He is risen and brings power!
He reigns and brings Peace!
The world can't understand him,
The armies can't defeat Him,
The schools can't explain Him, and
The leaders can't ignore Him.
Herod couldn't kill Him,
The Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, and
The people couldn't hold Him!
Nero couldn't crush Him,
Hitler couldn't silence Him,
The New Age can't replace Him, and
Donahue can't explain Him away!
He is light, love, longevity, and Lord.
He is goodness, Kindness, Gentleness, and God.
He is Holy, Righteous, mighty, powerful, and pure.
His ways are right,
His word is eternal,
His will is unchanging, and
His mind is on me.
He is my Redeemer,
He is my Savior,
He is my guide, and
He is my peace!
He is my Joy,
He is my comfort,
He is my Lord, and
He rules my life!
I serve Him because His bond is love,
His burden is light, and
His goal for me is abundant life.
I follow Him because He is the wisdom of the wise,
The power of the powerful,
The ancient of days, the ruler of rulers,
The leader of leaders, the overseer of the overcomers, and
The sovereign Lord of all that was and is and is to come.
And if that seems impressive to you, try this for size.
His goal is a relationship with ME!
He will never leave me,
Never forsake me,
Never mislead me,
Never forget me,
Never overlook me, and
Never cancel my appointment in His appointment book!
When I fall, He lifts me up!
When I fail, He forgives!
When I am weak, He is strong!
When I am lost, He is the way!
When I am afraid, He is my courage!
When I stumble, He steadies me!
When I am hurt, He heals me!
When I am broken, He mends me!
When I am blind, He leads me!
When I am hungry, He feeds me!
When I face trials, He is with me!
When I face persecution, He shields me!
When I face problems, He comforts me!
When I face loss, He provides for me!
When I face Death, He carries me Home!
He is everything for everybody, everywhere,
Every time, and every way.
He is God, He is faithful.
I am His, and He is mine!
My Father in heaven can whip the father of this world.
So, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this...
He said it and that settles it.
God is in control, I am on His side, and
That means all is well with my soul.
Everyday is a blessing for GOD Is!

PASS THIS ON IF YOU MEAN IT
I love the Lord and thank Him for all that he does in my life,
therefore, I am passing this on. Yes I do love Jesus.
He is my source of existence and my Savior.
He keeps me functioning each and everyday.
Without Him, I was nothing.
Without Him, I am nothing but with Him I can do all things.
Philippians 4:13

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Brian Masinick, "The Mas", mailto:masinick@yahoo.com
Home page: www.geocities.com/masinick/

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