This Isn't A Love Story This Is A Story About Love
I am a part of AACF UCR. Attend Sandals Church in Riverside and Higher Vision Church in Santa Clarita.
Welcome to my outreach and prayer blog :)
This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 4:10
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. Ephesians 6:18-19
This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. 1 John 3:16
I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. Ecclesiastes 3:12
If love was a storybook. We would meet on the very first page.
-God
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/15068042386/if-love-was-a-storybook-we-would-meet-on-the-very
To all my brothers and sisters in Christ. To me you are like my family and many of you have been so kind with your messages and your posts show me how dedicated you all are to serving God. I get new followers each day and I always try to be consistent in quality posts every day. I pray for all of you each night and it definitely has been a blessing being able to serve you all and talk to many of you. If you were all here I would give each one of you a hug. Hope this brightens up your day :)
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/8518967723/my-followers-my-family
God loves you so much......
That every morning when you wake up God would leave you not only a text with encouraging passages from His Word and messages, but also call you so you could hear His voice saying “You are special to me, I will always love you first and you are perfect just the way you are”. Then visit you every morning just so you can run into His open arms and God will say, “I will be with you…….Always and Forever”. And God would do this every morning for us because that is how much He loves us.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/8699545945/god-loves-you-so-much
"God doesn't have a Blackberry or iPhone, but He is my Favorite Contact. He doesn't have Facebook, but He is my Best Friend. He doesn't have Tumblr, but I follow Him. He doesn't have Internet, but I am connected to Him 24/7."
Let us all tear down the walls that keep God out of the picture so we can live lives dedicated to His will for us. By doing so it will allow us to not focus on things like beauty, fame, possessions, money, and the things that the world views as “good” but allow us to say “yes” to God when it comes to devoting our lives to serving others, missions, and living everyday by God’s Word. As God’s children we are called to be transformed by the spirit and see that there is more to this life than the things we see around us. Things in this life are only temporary, but a relationship with God will last forever. If there is someone you don’t know that needs prayer or needs God in their lives, do not be afraid to reach out to them, but remove all the barriers keeping you from doing so and remember to put others before yourself and God first and foremost.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/8587223732/tear-down-the-walls
God would like nothing more...
than for you to run to Him and say, “I can never thank you enough for all you have done for me and all the things that give myself and so many Christians hope. It is because of what You have done for me that I will devote my whole life to putting You first, glorifying, and seeking You out with all my heart. I may not be perfect and I do stumble, but I will always do my best to please You and NEVER stop loving and putting my trust in You. Lastly, I will be a light and encouragement for others and ALWAYS keep You and my brothers and sisters in Christ in my prayers and my heart.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/9020461097/god-would-like-nothing-more
Whether you know me or not, I pray that you will find something encouraging in my posts or a push in the right direction.
Relationships: Falling Away From God
There are so many relationships out there where Christians fall away from their faith because of a relationship. Your relationship with another person should never interfere with your relationship with God. He is always first and if anything, you and your significant other should be glorifying God more together than when you are apart. Do not sell yourself short brothers and sisters because as followers of Christ you deserve someone special. Brothers and sisters, you deserve someone who is committed in growing with the Lord and is passionate about the Word. Someone who puts Christ first, others second, and his or her self last. Someone who is a committed church goer AND finds unending joy in serving whether it is in a fellowship, church, missions, outreach, or through the community. Lastly someone who is real with themselves and wants to stay true to God’s Word and His plan for them. Sisters, you need a man of God who is a LEADER that will lead you and your family into a close relationship with Him. If the guy you are with is not all about God then neither will you be. A man who is committed and someone you can trust and rely on to keep you from stumbling and falling away. It is hard to find guys in this world that are so passionate about loving and serving others so when you do, make sure you do not let them go. Brothers, you need a woman of God who is dedicated and cares only about the Lord. It is not about their looks or the things they have, but about their heart. A woman who is not afraid to praise and worship God with all her heart. When you fall in love with them, you need to fall in love with their love of God. Remember, it is not about the people or things we want for ourselves, but it is about God and what He believes is best for us. I hope this is an encouragement for you because I care about you all and I only want what is best for you.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/13019912290/relationships-falling-away-from-god
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I did it out of love
If God ever calls you to be apart from the person you like, don’t be afraid to trust in His plan for you. It is not always going to be easy and straightforward. Sometimes God is going to bring you to situations you would not expect only to build you up into the man or woman of God He wants you to be. God’s timing is perfect and His ways are good so always put your trust in Him and not on your own ways. Proverbs 19 :21 says “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.” Everything God does He does for a reason. Sometimes God does this type of thing to prepare your own heart for a relationship and to let Him bring you to one. It is all about trust, guarding each other’s hearts, commitment, and sacrifice. Patience is tough especially in terms of relationships, but is so worth it in the end.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/17650424871/i-did-it-out-of-love
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“A relationship that lasts is one with Christ in the center. Two people seeking Him in everyway possible, in order to be as good a spouse as one can be. Its about trusting in one another and trusting in one another and trusting in God’s plan, that He will build your relationship into one that will last a lifetime.”
“Run as fast as you can towards God and if someone keeps up introduce yourself.”
The Father before Another
It seems like so many relationships today are rushed, as if being in a relationship is all that life is worth living for. How about having an authentic and intimate relationship with God first. If you can’t love someone who gave their life for you how can you truly love another person. Godly relationships involve preparation of the heart and having a strong connection with God. God knows when you are ready for a relationship so it is important to listen to Him. Often times we feel like we are ready, but many times we are not. I am 21, never been in a relationship and I still think I am not ready yet. Ultimately it is God who brings people into your life, but there is a lot I can still grow in before I start thinking about being in one. All I want to do is love God and trust in His plan for me. Personally I think love and dating gets thrown around so much in today’s society. What ever happened to dating involving fasting and prayer or love involving sacrifice and purity? Relationships should be centered first around companionship through God’s plan. Keeping each other accountable and being led by God’s Word. Challenging each other in faith and being able to grow in your relationships with the Father. Your person of interest should always be someone that you could see yourself marrying and not dating because of personal desires, hidden agendas, money, sex, or to show off. Whether you are friends, in a relationship, or married, you must respect the other person and love on them as a brother or sister in Christ always. Prior to a relationship define where the both of you are and stand (DTR), know the limitations and direction of a Godly relationship, and ask God for His wisdom and guidance. Ask yourself if the person of interest is pursuing a relationship with God and are both of you ready to pursue this type of relationship with each other. Remember it is not what you or the other person want, but what God wants. It’s always best to seek God through prayer and scripture before even thinking about getting involved in a relationship type situation because He knows what is best for the both of you. Be patient; Godly relationships require a lot of it. Both people need to be spiritually mature and know what a Christ-centered relationship is all about. See how that person of interest treats others and their family; how they are honoring and serving God. A person who loves God, you, and those around you is special. Please don’t sell yourself short, but guard your heart and allow God to direct your steps. You may have not even met the person you are going to be with yet. Make sure that when you are in a relationship that is does not sacrifice your personal time and passion for God. God still desires a relationship with us so balance you time accordingly. Spend time in prayer and devotionals together. Serve in a church, community, or fellowship. There will be ample opportunities to serve the Lord together. Strong relationships are ones where both people are committed to each other without compromising their relationships with others and God. Jesus always comes first. Remember, this all comes with great patience and God’s timing. Be blessed if you are in one and blessed if you are single because either way, you are with God and He is always enough. Thanks for reading :)
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/22031759582/relationships-the-father-before-another
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To My Brothers and Sisters
Often times we look for the best looking guy or girl out there. We should be looking for a person not by their looks but by their heart and passion for God. Remember, you should be falling in love with their love and heart for God. God may have revealed to you the right person in your life right in front of you, but your focus was elsewhere. Don’t let these kinds of things hold you back from discovering what God has in store for you because He knows what is best for you. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7. God doesn’t look at outward appearances and neither should we because everyone is beautiful in His eyes.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/10192053319/to-my-brothers-and-sisters
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Relationships: It’s All About God
So many people want so much and have such high expectations for a relationship. God wants you to be blessed with a significant other; not disappointed. There are no perfect guys or girls out there and most likely they aren’t going to be able to meet all your expectations and needs. There will be many obstacles and difficulties and things may not turn out the way you or they want it to, but it will always be what is best for both of you and for His glory. As long as you both have a heart for God, a love for others, and you can love each other more than yourselves, that is more than enough.
http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/14255728039/relationships-its-all-about-god
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Embracing Singleness
I post a lot about relationships so this post goes out to all those brothers and sisters who are single. Remember that singleness is God’s gift to you and a time where you can grow in your faith and build a strong relationship with God. It not only teaches us patience, but also to rely on God for loneliness and not another person. It is a time God gives to us to be free and not be committed to someone. Many of you are still so young and always think you are spiritually ready for a relationship when in reality many of you are not. This is the time to grow into Godly men and women and to be molded by God into the person He wants us to be. To be built up into leaders and establishing long-lasting close relationships with others. If you have any doubts about a relationship or that it will interfere with your relationship with God then it is best not to get involved. You need to understand what a Christian relationship is all about and what is expected of you. Singleness is a time to find that purpose and direction in your life. When and if you are ready for a relationship then God will reveal the right person for you and it will be all that more special. For now trust in God’s plan and be blessed by the people and things He has placed in your life.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/13391543733/embracing-singleness
Christian Relationships: When searching for a spouse. Consider some of these questions to ask yourself?
Why do you want to be in a relationship? what is your purpose?
Can you be in a relationship WITHOUT decreasing yours or their relationship with the Lord. The time commitment?
How are both of your relationships with the Father?
Is he or she a man or woman of God?
Are you willing to lay down your lives for each other?
Are you able to guard each other’s hearts, protect each other, and keep each other pure? and are you willing to take on these responsibilities?
Can you see yourself marrying this person?
Do they have a passion for serving the Lord?
How is their relationships with friends and family?
Can you see Christ in their actions, words, and direction?
What is their vision, goals, future?
How much do they spend in prayer and the Word?
Are they active in their church, fellowship, community etc…?
Can you see them being a spiritual support/leader?
Is this the person you should be pursuing or should you be pursuing and growing with God for now?
Is God calling both of you into a relationship and are you both ready?
Are you deserving of each other (2 way street)?
Do you have an answer to most of these questions? and know what Christ-centered relationship means and entails?
Maybe you are not entirely ready after all….
Always seek the Lord first. He knows you best and knows exactly what and whom you need.
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/20276948169/christian-relationships-when-searching-for-a-spouse
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Relationships….
Relying on God’s Word
Encouraging and building each other up
Long-lasting
Always be patient, for God is writing your love story
Telling them they are beautiful as they are
I trust in both God and you
One that is Christ centered
Never lead each other astray from what is important
Seeking God first
Humble yourself before everyone
I am committed to loving you like Jesus has loved you
Pray for each other
Share the word with each other
Link: http://swimmertkesh.tumblr.com/post/8615266833/relationships
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