What Are You Thinking?

Hey there BCU Fam!

For this post, because of the informal format, please tune into the podcast recording (click here or on the BCU avatar below) and refer to the written post for the highlights. We pray the post blesses and encourages you. If so, please thumbs up AND leave a comment! Thank you and enjoy the post!

Podcast highlights:

  • I LOVE a good Holy-Ghost filled service, where praise, worship and the Word is flowing freely!
  • I also enjoy the “love-feast” afterwards when the people of God get to talk and fellowship.
  • One time, someone reached out to me with the concern that I was offended by lackluster fellowship.
  • Just how did this individual handle this delicate situation?

Scripture (KJV) references

Matthew 18:15

15 Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.

Luke 6:31

31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Exodus 20:12

12 Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.

James 1:19-20

19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God..

Philippians 4:8

8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Ephesians 4:31-32

31 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.

BCUFam, it is IMPERATIVE that we ask the Lord to give us a clean heart and renew a right Spirit within us, as David said in Psalm 51. In doing so, we will think the BEST about people and avoid incorrectly filling-in-the-blanks about motives and intent. Instead and as needed, we should take any and ALL concerns to the Lord in prayer. This way, we can get His direction so we get His results which are always perfect. Amen? Amen! Let’s pray!

Eternal God and Awesome Savior, as we come before You today, we praise Your holy name, and we give You honor, Lord, for the Word You have downloaded into us today. Lord, please bless us as we are interacting with one another to not to be easily offended——-and if we are offended, Lord, please help us to take care of the situation straightaway so that you, Jesus, are magnified and lifted up in how we handle the offense.

We thank you, Lord, for the people and relationships that You have given us. Bless us to take good care of all You have entrusted to us, in Jesus name. Let every heart say, Amen.

As a reminder, if you have not subscribed to BlenCouragesU.com, please do so! It’s free and a good place to get the encouragement, inspiration and information based the Word of God! Additionally, you can also see what we are up to on Facebook, X,and Instagram.

Also, if you so inclined, join us for our Thursday Night Bible Study––-we are LIVE on Facebook, at 8:05EST/7:05CST. You can also listen in and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform BCU is available on. Some of those platforms are Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, and many more of your favorite podcast platforms!

Thank you SO much for stopping by! May God bless, keep and make His face to shine upon you as you #StayOnTheWall!

Love,

BCU

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Jesus Knows Us By Name

Hey there BCU Fam!

For this post, because of the informal format, please tune into the podcast recording click here or on the BCU avatar below) and refer to the written post for the highlights. We pray the podcast blesses and encourages you. If so, please thumbs up AND leave a comment! Thank you and enjoy the post!

Podcast highlights:

  • I was studying a Psalm and somehow (well, the Lord unexpectedly guided me there) ended up in the book of Exodus.
  • God has a way of illuminating the Scriptures to speak directly to our questions, concerns, or just to let us know He loves us.
  • Listen in to hear how the Lord spoke to my spirit about His relationship with His people.

KJV Scripture References:

Exodus 33:11,17

11 …And the Lord spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend.

17 And the Lord said unto Moses, I will do this thing also that thou hast spoken: for thou hast found grace in my sight, and I know thee by name.

Psalm 100:3

Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

Psalm 103:9-12

9 He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever.

10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.

11 For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him.

12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.

Romans 8:28

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

BCUFam, one of the many wonderful things about Jesus is that regardless of our location, skin tone, poise, educational level, social status, family make-up, financial standing, or past history, He made us, died for us, rose for us, and chose us to be in a relationship with Him! Just like He called the disciples friends, He calls us friends (see John 15:15). The world may have friends in high places who can take care of some things, but our Friend, Jesus, is the Most High, and always takes care of everything! Amen? Amen! Let’s pray!

Father, in the Name of Jesus, we thank You for the honor and privilege of You calling us friend! What a friend we have in YOU, Jesus! Hallelujah! We thank You for hearing Your voice of encouragement, as we do what You have called us to, and thank You helping us in the areas in which we need to clean up our garments so we will be ready to see You face-to-face. For those who do not know You in the pardoning of their sins, Jesus, we ask that You please speak to their hearts and minds, that now is the time to secure salvation through repentance, baptism in Jesus Name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, as outlined in Acts chapters 1 and 2. Thank You Jesus for continuing to lead and guide us, as we continue to represent You in our lives, in Jesus Name we pray and thank You, Amen!

As a reminder, if you have not subscribed to BlenCouragesU.com, please do so! It’s free and a good place to get the encouragement, inspiration and information based the Word of God! Additionally, you can also see what we are up to on Facebook, X,and Instagram.

Also, if you so inclined, join us for our Thursday Night Bible Study––-we are LIVE on Facebook, at 8:05EST/7:05CST. You can also listen in and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform BCU is available on. Some of those platforms are Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, and many more of your favorite podcast platforms!

Thank you SO much for stopping by! May God bless, keep and make His face to shine upon you as you #StayOnTheWall!

Love,

BCU

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Friendship With Jesus | He Knows My Name

Hey there BCU Fam!

For this post, because of the informal format, please tune into the podcast recording  click here or on the BCU avatar below) and refer to the written post for the highlights. We pray the podcast blesses and encourages you. If so, please thumbs up AND leave a comment! Thank you and enjoy the post!

Podcast highlights:

  • I was studying a Psalm and somehow (well, the Lord unexpectedly guided me there) ended up in the book of Exodus.
  • God has a way of illuminating the Scriptures to speak directly to our questions, concerns, or just to let us know He loves us.
  • Listen in to hear how the Lord spoke to my spirit about His relationship with His people.

KJV Scripture References:

Exodus 33:11,17

11 …And the Lord spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend.

17 And the Lord said unto Moses, I will do this thing also that thou hast spoken: for thou hast found grace in my sight, and I know thee by name.

Psalm 100:3

Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

Psalm 103:9-12

9 He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever.

10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.

11 For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him.

12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand.

Romans 8:28

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

BCUFam, one of the many wonderful things about God is that regardless of our location, skin tone, poise, educational level, social status, family make-up, financial standing, or past history, God made us, died for us, rose for us, and chose us to be in a relationship with Him! Just like He called the disciples friends, He calls us friends (see John 15:15). The world may have friends in high places who can take care of some things, but our Friend, Jesus, is the Most High, and always takes care of everything! Amen? Amen! Let’s pray!

Father, in the Name of Jesus, we thank You for the honor and privilege of You calling us friend! What a friend we have in YOU, Jesus! Hallelujah! We thank You for hearing Your voice of encouragement, as we do what You have called us to, and thank You helping us in the areas in which we need to clean up our garments so we will be ready to see You face-to-face. For those who do not know You in the pardoning of their sins, Jesus, we ask that You please speak to their hearts and minds, that now is the time to secure salvation through repentance, baptism in Jesus Name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, as outlined in Acts chapters 1 and 2. Thank You Jesus for continuing to lead and guide us, as we continue to represent You in our lives, in Jesus Name we pray and thank You, Amen!

As a reminder, if you have not subscribed to BlenCouragesU.com, please do so! It’s free and a good place to get the encouragement, inspiration and information based the Word of God! Additionally, you can also see what we are up to on Facebook, X,and Instagram.

Also, if you so inclined, join us for our Thursday Night Bible Study––we are LIVE on YouTube 8:05EST/7:05CST. You can also listen in and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform BCU is available on. Some of those platforms are Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, and many more of your favorite podcast platforms!

Thank you SO much for stopping by! May God bless, keep and make His face to shine upon you as you #StayOnTheWall!

Love,

BCU

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