We are living in a very chaotic world. Our senses are continuously assaulted by noise… whether the noise of traffic, machinery, radio, TV, or via our ear buds as we listen to the latest and greatest music. Our senses are also assaulted as we hear of natural disasters near and far, or by news of horrific terror attacks, or by hearing of the abuse of the many vulnerable in our communities. It is so very distressing. Oftentimes numbness descends as our only way of coping, and in some way to block out or minimise the senseless pain and suffering.

It is difficult to deal with.
It is tempting to think there is no hope.

However, there is…

Psalm 46:10 has a great word for us in this age in which we live even though written so long ago:

“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”

Be still… know that God is still God. Nothing that happens today will change that. Listen for him.
Take heart!

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Jesus said of himself as he talked with Father God:

You have given him authority over everyone in all the earth. (John 17:2 NLT).

I find this a comfort and encouragement as I ponder world events. It has been very eventual these past couple of years. Terrorist attacks can occur at any time and in any place and be perpetrated by just a single individual or by a group. For many people fear and anxiety have become their daily fare as they watch the medias reporting of tragic events.

However, no matter what is happening out there, Jesus still has that authority over everyone, and the evil one cannot succeed in his plans or in any way thwart God’s plan.

Take heart, my friends. Read more of what Jesus prayed in John 17. There is much to encourage those who do know Jesus, and who live their lives consciously under his authority. For any who don’t as yet know him, the door is wide open for you to find your true home in his heart.

Finally, I have found John 14-17 to be just great. Jesus is talking about a lot of things here. Clearly, this world is not our home, and we can enjoy a relationship with Father God like Jesus did. Soak in these chapters. They are life changing and you will be blessed.

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What is truth? It to have developed a very fluid meaning… changing as the flavour of the month changes.

“Then you will experience for yourselves the truth, and the truth will free you.” John 8:32 TM

Even though society says truth can change based on circumstances, comparisons, new data and levels of experience, ultimate truth isn’t relative. It can’t be rationalised or customised to fit our moods and preferences but no matter how uncomfortable it is, the truth sets us free.

Ultimate truth is what we need, a truth that does not change with our whims, feelings, desires, whatevers. We need a truth that stands the test of time, and, that truth is only found in Jesus Christ.

[The Reading for Today is available at: Daily Readings]

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Hmmm… this came in my email and as it’s an important thought I just have to share it with you:

“Be careful what you think, because your thoughts run your life.” Proverbs 4:23 NCV

Just as you don’t let everybody who knocks on your door come in and make themselves at home, don’t let every emotion that surfaces dictate the direction of your day or decide your responses.

These readings are available at dailyreadings.net

You might find the following thought provoking video to be interesting:

Mind Your Thought Fungus

• Mind your thought Fungus