Christian life

What God says About you You are beautiful. (Psalm 45:11) You are lovely. (Daniel 12:3) You are loved. (Jeremiah 31:3) You are chosen. (John 15:16) You are special. (Ephesians 2:10) You are created in his image. (Genesis 1:27) You are cared for. (Ephesians 3:17-19) You are strong. (Psalm 68:35) You are precious. (1 Corinthians 6:20) You are protected. (Psalm 121:3) You are unique. (Psalm 139:13) You are important. (1 Peter 2:9) You are forgiven. (Psalm 103:12) You were created for a purpose. (Jeremiah 29:11) You are empowered. (Philippians 4:13) You are a new creation. (2 Corin. 5:17) You are accepted. (Ephesians 1:6) You are the apple of His eye. (Zech. 2:8) You are family. (Ephesians 2:19) You are His. (Isaiah 43:1)

If you think God can't use you Remember.... Noah was a drunk Abraham was too old Isaac was a daydreamer Jacob was liar Leah was ugly Joseph was abuse Moses had a stuttering problem Gideon was afraid Sampson was a womanizer Rahab was a prostitute Jermiah and Timothy were too young David had an affair and was a murderer Elijah was suicidal Isaiah preached naked Jonah ran from God Naomi was a widow Job went bankrupt John the Baptist ate bugs Peter denied Christ The Disciples fell asleep while praying Martha worried about everything  The Samaritan woman was divorced Zaccheus was too small Paul was too religious Timothy had an ulcer Lazarus was dead

To do list (1-Minute Bible love notes) Spend time with Jesus (Psalm 27:8) Let him prioritize my day (Matthew 6:33) Pray instead of worrying (Philippians 4:6) Be honest about my sins (James 4:10) Think of others (Philippians 2:3-4) Wait patiently for God to act (Psalm 27:14) Be willing to do hard stuff (Matthew 16:24) Read God's word (Psalm 119:9-16) Do what it says (James 1:22) Let Christ lead me (Matthew 11:29) If love this notes, Please Share.

4 Reasons to pray the Rosary It's Biblical    The Rosary contemplates the great mysteries of the christian faith, each mystery has its source in the Holy Scriptures. It helps us Be Holier     This prayer has been a great help to many in their path to holiness when prayed with devotion. The Virgin has asked us to     In several Marian apparitions (as Fatima), our Mother has asked us to pray the Rosary for the world's salvation. In weakens the devil     The Rosary has the effect of weakening the action of the devil in the world and in our lives.

5 Uses for Holy Water at Home Bless your children with Holy water at bedtime or before they leave for school in the morning. Sprinkle holy water in your child's room.  Place holy water in a special bowl on a table by the entryway or install a small holy water basin next to the door and bless your comings and goings. Bless yourself with Holy water at prayer or after a stressful day. Bless your spouse with Holy water as a sign of Christ's enduring presence in your relationship.

Ringing the Bells: Why? Sanctus bell Sanctus bells derive their name from being rung first during the Sanctus "Holy, Holy, Holy Lord....". They have been rung as part of the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass in the Church for more than 800 YEARS.                The reason for ringing bells is to create a joyful noise to the Lord and signal those unable to attend Mass that something Supernatural was taking place. 

5 more times to make the sign of the cross When passing by a Church          ....to honor the Blessed Sacrament present inside. When passing by a Cemetery (Or when someone has passed away)     ....as a prayer for the release of the Holy Souls. When you hear a Siren     ....to heal those in danger of Dying. When you hear the Siren of Firetrucks     ....to stop the conflagration. When you see an accident     ....as protection for those in PERIL. (You may also add An Our Father Or A Hail Mary)

Ten ways to Love Listen without interrupting. (Proverbs 18) Speak without accusing. ( James 1:19) Give without sparing. (Proverbs 21:26) Pray without ceasing. ( Colossians 1:9) Answer without arguing. (Proverbs 17:1) Share without pretending. (Ephesians 4:15) Enjoy without complaint. (Philippians 2:14) Trust without wavering. (1 Corinthians 13:7) Forgive without punishing. (Colossians 3:13) Promise without forgetting. (Proverbs 13:12)

10 Things God wants you to remember I will give you rest I will strengthen you. I will answer you. I believe in you. I will bless you. I am for you. I will not fail you. I will provide for you. I will be with you. I love you.

Who is God? God is...... Alpha and Omega ( Revelation 1:8) Bountiful (Romans 8:32) Comforter (John 8:32) Designer ( Jeremiah 1:5) Everlasting ( Psalm 90:2) Gracious  ( John 1:17) Healer  ( 1 Peter 2:24) King ( Jeremiah 10:10) Love (1 John 4:8) Merciful ( Psalm 103:8) Narrow Gate (Matthew 7:14) Prince of Peace ( Isaiah 9:7) Quick to forgive ( Acts 3:19) Refuge ( Psalm 47:1) Secure (Psalm 40:2) Truth (John 14:7) Understanding (Psalm 147:5) Victorious (Proverbs 21:31) Wisdom (James 3:17) Zealous (Titus 2:14)

Finding help in the Bible Broken Heart Psalm 34:17-18 Psalm 147:3 Psalm 73:26 Insecure Deuteronomy 31:8 Psalm 73:23-24 Ephesians 6:13-14 Ephesians 2:1-2 1 Samuel 16:7 Stressed James 1:2-4 John 14:27 Proverbs 16:3 1 Corinthians 3:11 Luke 21:19 Psalm 94:19 Matthew 11:28 Philippians 4:6 Romans 8:28 Psalm 119:143 Psalm 94:11 Feeling Alone Isaiah 41:10 Psalm 23:4 Hebrews 13:5

Read your Bible When you need rest and peace....................Matthew 11:28-30 worry......................................Matthew 6:19-34 are lonely or fearful......................Psalm 23 need peace of mind.........................John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-8 are disappointed by people.................Psalm 27 grow bitter or critical....................1 Corinthians 13 have sinned................................Psalm 52, 1 John 1 are discouraged............................Psalm 34 feel God seems far away....................Psalm 139 think the world seems bigger than God.......Psalm 90 are sick...................................Psalm 41 feel sorrowful.............................John 14, Psalm 46 are in danger..............................Psalm 91 want courage...............................Joshua 1:1-9 need assurance.............................Romans 8 forget your blessings......................Psalm 121 think of investments.......................Mark 10:17-31 need gu

Fifteen Reasons To Read The Bible Daily To be rid of anxiety and have peace. (Psalm. 119:165) To set things right when life is out of control. (Psalm. 19:7-8) To have direction and know God's will. (Psalm. 119:105) To experience healing and deliverance. (Psalm. 107:20) To grow in the Lord (1 Peter 2:2) To have strength, comfort and hope. (Psalm. 119:28,50,114) To shape yourself and your life correctly. (Psalm. 119:11) To be able to see clearly (Psalm. 119:130) To know what's really in your heart. (Heb. 4:12) To build faith. ( Rom. 10:17) To have joy. ( Psalm. 16:11) To understand God's power. (John 1:3) To have more life in this life (Psalm. 119:50) To distinguish good from evil. (Psalm. 119:101-2) To understand God's love for you. (John 1:14)

Prayer before sleep A prayer before sleep Dear God! As I lay down to sleep, relax the tension of my body, calm the restlessness of my mind, still the thoughts which worry and perplex me. Help me to rest myself and all my problems in your strong and loving arms. Let your Spirit speak to my mind and heart while I am asleep, So that, when I wake up in the morning, I may find that I have received in the night-time, light for my way, strength for my tasks, Peace for my worries, forgiveness for my sins, Grant me sleep tonight, and tomorrow power to live. In Jesus Holy name, Amen !

7 Rules Of Life Here is seven rules of Life: Make peace with your past so it does not affect the present. What others think of you is none of your business. Time heals almost everything, give it time. Don't compare your life to others and don't judge them. You have no idea what their journey is all about. It's alright not to know all the answers. They will come to you when you least expect it. You are in charge of your happiness. Smile. You don't own all the problems in the world.

How to conquer spiritual battle? A moment comes in everyone's life when we don't understand that why it happened with us and started cursing our life . Here is some lines that can be helpful for conquer this battle- God's got this The Lord fights for me Jesus loves me Not today Satan I am a child of God He is able He is finished I am not alone Christ is enough for me Jesus conquered the grave Be still & Know God is good I am a new creation in Christ He heard you, just patient The Lord will fight for you The Lord is on my side, I will not fear You are God's masterpiece He calls me beautiful one

8 Steps for overcoming Bitterness Trust God to use bad for good. (Rom. 8:28)     Put your hope in God alone. (Ps. 62) Focus on the good in your life. ( Phil. 4:8) Pray for your offender. (Rom. 12:14) Don't let Satan condemn you. ( I Pet. 5:8-9) Listen to God's conviction. ( I John 1:9) Depend on God's power. (Phil. 4:13) Do it for Christ ( I Cor. 6:20)

Emergency   Contact Number When you are searching for the purpose of life....Moses 1:39 When you really need an answer....................1 Nephi 15:11 When you wonder if it makes a difference..........Alma 37:6-7 When you need strength............................Ether 12:27 For a testimony of the Book of Mormon.............Moroni 10:3-5 When you have a broken heart......................Psalms 147:3-5 When you need to solve conflicts..................Matthew 18:15 When you need courage to do hard things...........Joshua 1 When you are feeling Judgmental...................Matthew 7:1-3 When you feel alone in your faith.................Romans 8:31 When you wonder if God answers prayers............JSH 1:15-20 When you are afraid...............................D&C 6:36 When you need a win...............................D&C 10:5 When you need faith in the Prophet................D&C 1:37-38 How to recognize a revelation.....................D&C 8:2-

Bible Verses for Stress Relief Here is the list of Bible verses for Stress relief  Romans 12:2  1 Corinthians 3:11 James 1:2-4                                       Luke 21:19 John 14:27                                       Psalm 118:5-6 Romans 16:20                                      Psalm 94:19 Proverbs 16:3                                     Psalm 37:5 Romans 8:6                                       Phillippians 4:6-7 Matthew 11:28-30                                  Romans 8:28                                 Psalm 55:22                                       Psalm 119:143 Isaiah 40:31                                      1 Corinthians 16:13 2 Thess 3:16                                     Psalm 16:18                                       Proverbs 12:25 Colossians 3:15                                   Psalm 23:4 1 Peter 5:6-8                                     Hebrews 13:5-6 Psalm 56:3                                        Isaiah 41:10 

Six important question to ask when you study the Bible? Who? Who is speaking? Who is this about? Who are the main character? What? What is the subject or event covered? What do you learn about the people or events covered? Where? Where did or will this happen? Where was it said? When? When did or will something happen? When will something happen to someone in particular? Why? Why is something being said or mentioned? Why will or would this happen? Why at this time or to this person? How? How will it happen? How will it be done? How is it illustrated?

Holy Water & Its meaning 1.Origins       According to the Church's tradition, Pope St. Alexander I instituted The use of Holy water and determined to use salt in its blessings 2.Why was its use introduced in the temple?       To replace an ancient Jewish tradition in which men washed their hands before praying, as a way of asking God to purify them. 3.What does it symbolize?       It symbolizes our Lord Jesus Christ's sweat on the mount of Olives and the blood that flowed from his pierced side. 4.What are its effects       Dispels any demonic power over people and places where it is sprinkled.       Takes away distractions during prayer.       Removes venial sins.       Infuses us with The Divine blessing to receive the sacraments and administer them.

The Basic Forms Of Prayer 1. Blessing & Adoration     In prayers of adoration we praise God and acknowledge our dependence on him.      Example: The Gloria and Act of Faith 2. Petition    In prayers of petition we ask God for things we need both spiritually and physically.       Example: Our Father 3. Intercession   In prayers of intercession we make requests to God on behalf of other people.      Example: Watch, O Lord (St. Augustine) 4. Thanksgiving   In prayers of thanksgiving we thank God for the good things.     Example: Grace before Meals 5. Praise   In prayers of praise we express our love for God, the source of all love.     Example: Act of Charity

What is the significance of the Pascal candle? Light - The light of Christ that shines in the darkness Fire - It represents Christ's resurrection Grains of Incense - They represent the 5 wounds of Christ. Alpha and Omega - Christ is the beginning and end of all things. Cross - It represents Christ and his eternal light. Year - It reminds us of God's presence here and now.