Power Over The Pigs 11/07/2011
In our family study, Mark 5 taught us about Jesus dealing with the demon entity(ies) called Legion. Jesus removed these demons from the man. Jesus did not fear the demons. Jesus talked with the demons. Jesus was feared by the demons. Jesus allowed them to go to the pigs. Jesus healed the demonic man. What demon is there that will not bow to Jesus? What demon do we have to fear if Jesus is leading our way? The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves 1 Comment A Tough World 07/18/2011
It's a tough world for people - even children. I talk about the tough world in a new article entitle "Plans A, B, C, or God's Plan". If you let your kids read these articles, I suggest that you read this one with them and guide them through some of these tough concepts. Remember, be the Lord's humbled when looking for a plan to live by. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Prayer Of Love 05/23/2011
A friend lost a child, of nine years old, in a hunting accident. There is nothing I could say . . . . For those who truly believe in Christ, please pray that God strengthen this family as they continue on in their grief. Please be humble before God as you cry with those who cry. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Mother's Day 05/09/2011
I hope all the mothers out there had a great mother's day. I wrote a thank you to God for the mothers in my life. It is called 'Many Mothers". I hope you enjoy it. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves The Thief 04/06/2011
Today, my family were victims of an attempted scam. I put an ad in a local sales paper. From that, these people, called my phone number using a relay service that is normally used for the deaf. (The bank said this is a common technique.) This person promised payment in a money order. They said that they would need to use a driving service that would pick up the purchase from me. Yet, they also sent more money than needed. Their reasoning was so that "the driver service" could also pick up other purchases. Anyway, the bank caught the fake money gram and informed me of the fraud. Fortunately, there is no harm to my family and I thank God for protecting us. Theives come in all shapes and sizes. Yet, they are cold and calculated - selfish to the core. It is no wonder Jesus said, "The thief comes to kill and steal and destroy. I (Jesus) came that they may have life and have it abundantly" (John 10:10 ;cf. John 12:5-8, Ephesians 4:28, 1 Peter 4:15). Christians must be wary of the thief because they are just like their master - Satan. They wish to destroy. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Where Do You Stand? 03/14/2011
People live in a world of choice. Some people live in a republic and they have choice. Some people live in a theocracy and they have a choice. Some live under a communistic state and they have a choice. Some live under a dictator and they have a choice. Some live in poverty and they have a choice. Some live with wealth and they have a choice. We have a choice because no matter where you are born, where you live, or who tries to control your life - you can choose to follow or not follow God. "And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD" (Joshua 24:15). Remain humble before the Lord. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Five Years 02/19/2011
It is about 5 years now since my first wife passed away with cancer. I have noticed that my irratibility factor has fluctuated much during the last few weeks. It is interesting how cyclical pain can be on a yearly basis. Now, I have the opportunity to assist another person who has just lost their spouse to illness. One might think that five years are enough healing to "get over" the loss of a loved one; like, a spouse. Not for me. I am touched everyday by thoughts of happiness and sadness. I pray God uses me to assist in the stuggle for others who are and will be confronted by such challenges. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Make God Special For Others 01/11/2011
Hello everyone I wanted to share an e-mail my boss sent out to our work staff. In it he, basically, shares how important it is to have Christ shared to others. God has been a wonderful blessing to me and my family. I am happy to glorify God through the kind words of another. Thanks Nathan. Yesterday at Greenlawn church there was an unusual event. The sermon was on testimony and witnessing. After a brief introduction many Greenlawn elders came forward with prepared cardboard signs. Each sign held by each elder [. . .] had their sins or struggles written on one side. They presented this to the audience in silence one at a time from the center podium. Then they flipped the sign over and written there was the change God had done in their lives. For me, it was a powerful example. The preacher then asked everyone in the pews to pull out a comment card and do what the elders had done. We were to write struggles and what God had done on opposite sides of the card. We were supposed to do it right then and the service paused for five minutes. Some of the girls in cottage [. . .] and John and Crystal Reeves sat behind my family and I during the service. I had kept on eye on the teen girls, as always, and noticed that, as always, they were drawing pictures and reading books and writing notes. One was studying her softball playbook. They do this respectfully, but generally unaware of the sermon. They are teenagers. However . . . apparently the elders action got their attention. I was able to read one of the girls notes afterward, offered freely. On the "Struggles" side of the note it said 'don't live with parents'. On the "What God has done" side it said 'God gave me two godly foster parents who love me'. In case anyone forgot, what we do here matters greatly. We do it in the shadows it seems, and get very few pats on the back or big awards or recognition. Jesus tells us "Then your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you." I have a hunch that the secret rewards will be worth the wait. Overwhelmed? 08/06/2010
"The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot" (Proverbs 10:7). Yesterday, my dog was taken to the vet. It turned out to be a situation of dire-straights. Surgery was needed or he would die. It wasn't long ago that my wife found out that she had cancer. Talk about dire-straights. Well, she eventually died. I have never been so distressed in my life. I was amazed at how the situation with my dog flooded me with emotions. I had to deal with a doctor, sickness, money, loss, lack of control, tears, and fear. It took me back to my wife and the love and challenges that came with illness. But in all things, I remember that I can turn and should turn to God. The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves Above Reproach 07/22/2010
"For an overseer, as God's steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it" (Titus 1:7-9). What does it mean to be "above reproach"? Does it mean that no one would accuse such a person of wrong doing? If that is the case than, of course, all people would be above lying, falsehood, deception, and evil. But that, unfortunately, is not the case - a work of the Devil to be sure. So, can an elder/overseer be accused of something? Yes. The question then is, upon investigation, will the charges of wrongdoing hold up (1 Timothy 5:19)? Therefor, an overseer who is "above reproach" is not one who is not accused but one who is shown to be without wrong in such and such a matter. Pity for the one who accuses falsely another for gain or evil (Luke 3:14). Scary for the one who treates falsely the servant of God for he/she treats God that way (John 15:20). Strong is the one who stands for Christ by living for Christ (Galatians 2:20; Philipians 1:21). God will repay the one who lives for evil (1 Peter 3:12). The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves |  CategoriesAll  YOU MAY E-MAIL ME John A. Reeves
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