Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
The Kingdom of God..
To teach about the kingdom of God, you must first live the kingdom of God in your own life.
That's when you'll be effective, that's when you'll start to find favor, that's when you'll be blessed, that's
when the world will turn to you and hate you. That's why people were so attracted to Jesus, cause His life was about the Kingdom. He lived out the kingdom. He was about the father's business. He done nothing apart from what he saw His father in heaven doing. It's about being obedient to Jesus in every part of your life. Finances, relationships, etc... The Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. If you serve Jesus with this attitude, you will please God.
The Kingdon of God is not just fancy talk, it is living by Gods power. As a person who is put in charge
you must be faithful, cause the Lord will examine you and decide. What do you have that God hasn't given you? And if all you have is from God, why boast as though you have accomplished something on your own? Your dedication to Jesus makes you look like a fool to the world. People are gonna laugh at you, let them laugh! They're gonna mock you, let them mock! I know very well how foolish the message of the corss sounds to those who are on the road to destruction. But we who are being saved recognize this message as the very power of God. There is Holy Spirit filled power in the gospel. He uses that power to pierce right into a persons heart.
That's when you'll be effective, that's when you'll start to find favor, that's when you'll be blessed, that's
when the world will turn to you and hate you. That's why people were so attracted to Jesus, cause His life was about the Kingdom. He lived out the kingdom. He was about the father's business. He done nothing apart from what he saw His father in heaven doing. It's about being obedient to Jesus in every part of your life. Finances, relationships, etc... The Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. If you serve Jesus with this attitude, you will please God.
The Kingdon of God is not just fancy talk, it is living by Gods power. As a person who is put in charge
you must be faithful, cause the Lord will examine you and decide. What do you have that God hasn't given you? And if all you have is from God, why boast as though you have accomplished something on your own? Your dedication to Jesus makes you look like a fool to the world. People are gonna laugh at you, let them laugh! They're gonna mock you, let them mock! I know very well how foolish the message of the corss sounds to those who are on the road to destruction. But we who are being saved recognize this message as the very power of God. There is Holy Spirit filled power in the gospel. He uses that power to pierce right into a persons heart.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Monday, June 7, 2010
Take heart, We serve a Sovereign God.
"For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you."
-Isaiah 41:13
This Scripture speaks to so many of us that are going through any kind of struggle. This is a promise of God. We can stand on that and when we are walking through the valley of the shadow of death, just proclaim and speak that over our life. Jesus is involved in each of our life's. He carefully mapped out every inch of our journey's through this day, even though much of it may feel haphazard. Because the world is in a fallen condition, things always seem to be unraveling around the edges. Expect to find trouble in this day. At the same time, trust that Jesus' way is perfect, even in the midst of such messy imperfection. Stay conscious of Jesus as you go through this day, remembering that He never leaves your side. Let the Holy Spirit guide you step by step, protecting you from unnecessary trials and equipping you to get through whatever must be endured. As you trudge through the sludge of this fallen world, keep your mind in heavenly places with Jesus. Thus the Light of His Presence shines on you, giving you Peace and Joy that circumstances cannot touch.
-Psalm 18:30
-Isaiah 41:13
Jesus is all around us, like a cocoon of Light. His Presence with you is a promise, independent of your awareness of Jesus. Many things can block this awareness, but the major problem is worry. We as children of God, tend to accept worry as an inescapable face of life. However, worry is a form of unbelief. Who is in charge of your life? If it is you, then you have good reason to worry. But if it is Jesus, then worry is both unnecessary and counterproductive. When you start to feel anxious about something, relinquish the situation to Jesus. Back off a bit, redirecting your focus to Him. Jesus will either take care of the problem Himself or show you how to handle it. In this world you will have problems, but you need not lose sight of Jesus.
-Luke 12:22-31
-John 16:33
-Isaiah 41:13
This Scripture speaks to so many of us that are going through any kind of struggle. This is a promise of God. We can stand on that and when we are walking through the valley of the shadow of death, just proclaim and speak that over our life. Jesus is involved in each of our life's. He carefully mapped out every inch of our journey's through this day, even though much of it may feel haphazard. Because the world is in a fallen condition, things always seem to be unraveling around the edges. Expect to find trouble in this day. At the same time, trust that Jesus' way is perfect, even in the midst of such messy imperfection. Stay conscious of Jesus as you go through this day, remembering that He never leaves your side. Let the Holy Spirit guide you step by step, protecting you from unnecessary trials and equipping you to get through whatever must be endured. As you trudge through the sludge of this fallen world, keep your mind in heavenly places with Jesus. Thus the Light of His Presence shines on you, giving you Peace and Joy that circumstances cannot touch.
-Psalm 18:30
-Isaiah 41:13
Jesus is all around us, like a cocoon of Light. His Presence with you is a promise, independent of your awareness of Jesus. Many things can block this awareness, but the major problem is worry. We as children of God, tend to accept worry as an inescapable face of life. However, worry is a form of unbelief. Who is in charge of your life? If it is you, then you have good reason to worry. But if it is Jesus, then worry is both unnecessary and counterproductive. When you start to feel anxious about something, relinquish the situation to Jesus. Back off a bit, redirecting your focus to Him. Jesus will either take care of the problem Himself or show you how to handle it. In this world you will have problems, but you need not lose sight of Jesus.
-Luke 12:22-31
-John 16:33
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Monday, May 17, 2010
My life.. Update.
Hey, what's up everyone.
I hope you're doing well. I've still been struggling a little bit here in Pismo Beach, but the Lord is doing a work in me and i'm starting to find out more about why He has called me to the Central Coast of California. I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all of my supporters. I couldn't be doing this without ya'll. I'm really excited about what God is doing in me here. He has been teaching me a lot about my attitude toward others, and how i'm suppose to be loving Him with everything i have, and to be loving others. I'm so thankful that His mercies are new for me everyday single day.
So i want to give ya'll a update on what I've been doing and what i'll be doing here in the central coast. The past 2 weeks I've been on my staff orientation. The other staff members have been teaching me about YWAM's history, calling & values. We've been going over our vision and goal for 2010 as a base. This is YWAM's 50th year as a non-profit Christian international organization, so we're planning on going to Mexico in September for our staff outreach, and right after that i'll be going back to Haiti for 10 days. I'm really excited about these two outreaches. The cost for both of these outreaches together, for my ticket, expenses, food, lodging, transportation, etc.. is gonna be roughly $2,000. So i have some time to raise support and prepare. Since I've been here, I've been out skateboarding a lot and meeting tons of new people. I've gotten to speak at a local surf shop bible study about what God's doing in my life, and I'm speaking at a Sunday night worship service on June 6th. God is SO good. God's favor has been all over me. One thing God has put on my heart is to start a skateboarding ministry. One thing that i have learned in scripture and from being in Haiti is that i have to be involved and be out of my comfort zone to build relationships with my community. So with that said, I need your prayers, and support.
PRAYER REQUEST:
I hope you're doing well. I've still been struggling a little bit here in Pismo Beach, but the Lord is doing a work in me and i'm starting to find out more about why He has called me to the Central Coast of California. I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all of my supporters. I couldn't be doing this without ya'll. I'm really excited about what God is doing in me here. He has been teaching me a lot about my attitude toward others, and how i'm suppose to be loving Him with everything i have, and to be loving others. I'm so thankful that His mercies are new for me everyday single day.
So i want to give ya'll a update on what I've been doing and what i'll be doing here in the central coast. The past 2 weeks I've been on my staff orientation. The other staff members have been teaching me about YWAM's history, calling & values. We've been going over our vision and goal for 2010 as a base. This is YWAM's 50th year as a non-profit Christian international organization, so we're planning on going to Mexico in September for our staff outreach, and right after that i'll be going back to Haiti for 10 days. I'm really excited about these two outreaches. The cost for both of these outreaches together, for my ticket, expenses, food, lodging, transportation, etc.. is gonna be roughly $2,000. So i have some time to raise support and prepare. Since I've been here, I've been out skateboarding a lot and meeting tons of new people. I've gotten to speak at a local surf shop bible study about what God's doing in my life, and I'm speaking at a Sunday night worship service on June 6th. God is SO good. God's favor has been all over me. One thing God has put on my heart is to start a skateboarding ministry. One thing that i have learned in scripture and from being in Haiti is that i have to be involved and be out of my comfort zone to build relationships with my community. So with that said, I need your prayers, and support.
PRAYER REQUEST:
- Understanding on how to raise support better
- That i would trust God in providing for me and not people.
- Attitude
- My relationship with Sara. (my girlfriend)
- How to be a positive and Godly influence amongst my Pre-Christian friends
- More of God’s presence
- Relationships amongst staff will grow stronger
- A vehicle
- My body - it's sore from skateboarding.
- Vision for skate ministry.
If you are interested in partnering with me financially to help me do what God is calling me to do, then you can call me @ (828) 308-7237, or email me @ causeyphilip@gmail.com or check out " I want to support Philip" on the right hand side of the page, there is info on how you can send money.
Thank you so much
Blessings,
Philip Causey
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