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THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

 

OCTOBER 2025

 

October 1, 2025

COMPASSION - (Matt. 15:32-39)

One of the definitions of compassion is the profound showing of empathy, pity, and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others. JESUS CHRIST is the ultimate compassionate one who shows concern for the spiritual and physical needs of others. Many government and political leaders in some countries show little to no compassion on the needs of the poor and those who are struggling to make ends meet and who can barely put food on the table for their children and other family members.  Yet, these leaders will make sure that the rich and their friends get richer and richer. Some leaders of a certain country will even shut down the government knowing the hard time the poor and those who are struggling financially will have to adequately take care of their children and elderly family members. Such evil ones GOD will judge. We who are believers must follow JESUS' examples and show more compassion for the soul and physical needs of others (Mark 6:34-44; Matt. 25:31-46). GOD bless you.

 

October 2, 2025

THE MASTER!

Our ancestors that were slaves had what they called masters over them, and many of them had to work for them without being paid, they were mistreated,  they suffered many things under the hand of these masters, and some of them were even killed by their  masters. You also have people like an electrician that have the title of a "master electrician".  This person is a highly experienced electrician. But there is only one true Master and that is God (Jesus). He is in control of everything.  So trust Him with everything, even your life.

Isaiah 40:12 - Who hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out heaven with the span, and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure, and weighed the mountains in scales, and the hills in a balance?

Matthew 23:10 - Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, even Christ.

 

October 3, 2025

EMPATHY vs. SYMPATHY - (1 Corinth. 12:25; Gal. 6:2)

A brief take on the above subjects.  Empathy is a from the heart ability to understand and share the feelings of another by putting yourself in the person's place. Empathy can lead to actions of help. The Bible tells us "that there should be no schism (division) in the body (of believers); but that the members should have the same care one for another" (1 Corinthians 12:25).

Sympathy is sometimes an expression of feelings of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortunes.  It sometimes involves words easily said such as  "I am sorry for you, or I know how you feel".  

The Bible instructs the believer to bear ye one anothers burdens, and so fulfil the law of CHRIST" (Gal. 6:2). Let us all strive to show more empathy than sympathy. We should use words that will help the situation and not just words of regular expressions. 

GOD bless you.

 

October 6, 2025

FORGIVENESS IS A MUST - (Col. 3:13; Eph. 4:32)

Forgiving others from the heart is a must and it is also a condition for you going to heaven and for you receiving forgiveness from GOD for your sinful Acts in thoughts, words, or deeds (actions). We must be very careful, if GOD forgives someone, you are not bigger than GOD, you must also forgive from your heart. The Bible tells us "...be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another even as GOD for CHRIST sake hath forgiven you" (Eph. 4:32). We who wants to go to holy and sinless Heaven must bear with "... one another, and forgiving one another..." (Col. 3:13). Forgiving one another is very important if you want to be saved eternally (even if the person did not ask you to forgive them. (Matt. 6: 14-15; Matt. 18:35).  The Bible states "... forgive and ye shall be forgiven" (Luke 6:37). Yes, forgiveness is a must.

 

October 7, 2025

"GOD'S PROMISES NEVER FAIL!"

The promises of God are yea and amen, (II Corinthians 1:20. “Since Jesus says it, we must believe it, and that settles it”. We must rest assure that every one of the promises God has for us will be fulfilled (John 14:2). There were two nations in the womb of Rebekah (Esau and Jacob), and God promised Jacob that his family would be fruitful and multiply, becoming a great nation, and kings would come out of his descendants. Despite Jacob tricking his brother of his birthright, God still kept his promise to Jacob. God even changed his name to Israel to fulfill that promise (Genesis 35:1-20). God only wants us to trust and believe Him, that He will fulfill every promise He’s made, because He is able! 

Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

God Bless you!

 

October 8, 2025

PREACH JESUS, PREACH HIS NAME - (Acts 8:35; Acts 9:27-29; Acts 5:42; 2 Corinth. 4:5)

In Acts 8:27-40, the Eunuch was reading in the Old Testament from Isaiah 53 about ONE whose name was not mentioned. Phillip, however, with GOD'S help revealed to the Eunuch the ONE he was reading about. That ONE name was and is JESUS the CHRIST (anointed of GOD). Phillip preached unto him the ONE whose name is JESUS (Acts 8:35).  Let us all strive to witness, teach, and preach more about JESUS (Acts 9:27). The Church is all about JESUS. In fact, the Church is ALL JESUS.  The devil trembles at the mentioning of the name of the only creator of the heavens and the earth, JESUS the CHRIST (James 2:19; John 1:3; Col. 1: 15-18; Heb. 1:1-2; Eph. 3:9). The devil does not want the Name JESUS to be mentioned anywhere especially in the churches today. But if there is ever a time to declare the only saving NAME JESUS it is now (Acts 4:12; Col. 3:17). Please preach JESUS, preach and teach JESUS more. From the great commission in Matthew 28:19 to Revelations the name of the FATHER is JESUS (John 5:43, the name of the SON is JESUS (Matt. 1:21, and the name of the HOLY SPIRIT IS JESUS (John 14:26). Remember every father has a name, every son has a name, and every spirit has a name or functions in a name. JESUS said "I told you, and you believed not: the works that I do in my Father's name, they bear witness of me" (John 10:25;  John 5:43). So let us not cease to teach, witness, and preach the NAME of JESUS more in our churches today. THE CHURCH IS ALL ABOUT JESUS (Col. 1:15-19). GOD bless you.

 

October 9, 2025

WHAT IS YOUR ASSIGNMENT TODAY?

When we were young, some of us were given homework assignments that we had to complete at home to help us as part of the learning process.  Then, when we started working on our jobs, we were given work assignments that had to be completed at a specific time.  Once we are Believers, God will also give us assignments.   Your assignments might include helping a elder or blind person to cross the street.  It might be helping a parent to catch a child that is trying to run across the street.  It might be helping someone that is in a wheelchair to get a item off a high shelf at a grocery store.  It might be praying for someone that you know is sick or has lost a loved one.  It may be just talking to someone that needs  encouragement, and the list goes on.  Be on the lookout for your next assignments. 

1 Corinthians 12:28 - And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues.

 

October 10, 2025

BIG UP JESUS AND EXALT HIS NAME - (Psalm 34:3)

I believe that JESUS is the head of the Church and not man. All of us HOLY GHOST filled members of JESUS body should daily magnify and exalt HIM, especially in the church where it is done for edification (1 Corinth. 12:27;  Col. 1:18). David said "Oh magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt HIS NAME  together" (Psalm 34:3). Ironically, on a natural level when you magnify something you make it appear larger than what it is, but not so when you magnify JESUS. HE is already larger than the whole creation. For JESUS, magnify means you big HIM up by being filled with the HOLY GHOST and living a caring, clean, forgiving, and loving one another like HE loves us (John 13:34-35). None of us can make JESUS appear bigger than who HE is (GOD almighty), but when you live a cheap hatred and unforgiving life you are in the eyes of man making JESUS and the church looks small and cheap. To exalt JESUS NAME means you are holding up HIS name in high regards of holiness. You must let his beautiful lifestyle be seen in you by the world. So, let us exalt HIS NAME In true worship, and let us praise HIM very highly. GOD bless you.

 

October 13, 2025

SIN IS THE ENEMY - (Rom.6: 1-23; Col. 3:1-5)

SIN is an enemy and not a friend. All unrighteousness is sin (1 John 5:17). SIN may seem to come in what some people call big sin and little sin, but they are all spelled SIN and carries the same consequence and can keep you out of Heaven if you do not repent and stop sinning before it is too late or before death or the rapture comes. Everyone is responsible for his/her own sins. You cannot blame another person for you sinning. SIN may make self and the flesh feel good temporarily, but if unrepented it can bring forth spiritual death (Ezek. 18:20). You can sin in your thought (mind, heart) and think no one knows about it, but you are wrong because your thought has a voice that GOD and you heard (Eccl. 10:20). Hatred, lies, stealing, robbery, lusting, wishing evil on another, etc. are all sins. So, you must stop sinning and rebuke self and the flesh before it is too late. It is even a sin to take pleasure in the misfortunes or failure of one that you don't like even if the person is your enemy (Prov. 24:17-18). SIN must be mortified (kill) from your mind and body (Col. 3:5). If you have the HOLY GHOST, HE will always let you know when you are wrong or have sinned. Yes, "the wages of sin is death; but the gift of GOD is eternal life" (Rom. 6:23). GOD bless you.

 

October 14, 2025

“SiGNS OF THE TIMES!"

We are certainly living in the last days, just as the scripture says it would be. Making our calling and election sure cannot be more imminent. Everything that is happening is pointing to the return of Christ, but it’s not for us to panic but to be watchful (Luke 19:13). Pastors are getting arrested for preaching Jesus, wars and rumors of wars, earthquakes in diverse places, the oppression of the people, etc. These are not to scare us, but to alert us to be vigilant, to be ready, and to be waiting for Christ’s return (Matthew 24:6-13; II Thess. 2:1-3). 

Luke 21:28 - And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.

God Bless you!

 

October 15, 2025

DEATH APPOINTMENT; JUDGEMENT IS BEHIND.

DEATH ALARM IS GOING OFF - (Heb. 9:27)

Man does not make an appointment with death, it is death that has a secret appointment date with man. Man does not tell death which day, month, or year he wants to die, but rather suddenly or through prolonged illness, death determines the time, the day, the month and the year he will come for you.  Man must repent, get saved, and prepare 24X7 for death, if he wants to go to Heaven. Death's alarm has been going off for many people lately. The news of death is more prevalent than ever before. Sometimes two or three deaths alarm sounds off in one week. Some were sick and some shows little to no sign of illness or dying soon, but when death calls, you have no choice but to answer the call. We must be holy ready 24X7 for death which has been very busy seeking whom he may want. If you are ready for the rapture, you are ready for death and if you are holy ready for death you are ready for the rapture. GOD bless you.

 

October 16, 2025

PUBLISHERS!

Just like we have publishers of various books, some fiction and some nonfiction.  We have those that "heard" from God and some of them even "walked" with Jesus.  They published the Word of God (the Bible) that we read today.  What they published is life changing and soul lifting.  What they published is the instructions to get us from earth to Glory.

Psalms 68:11 - The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it.

 

October 17, 2025

HEAVEN OR HELL - (Joshua 24:15)

Heaven is above and hell is below (Job 11:8). Make the right choice and choose ye this day where you want to spend eternity - Upstairs or downstairs. The only things in common with both Heaven and hell words are the first two letters H and E. The HE indicates that both places are controlled by masculine genders. Heaven is controlled by GOD THE FATHER (Isa. 66:1) and hell is controlled by the father of lies, the devil (Prov. 15:24; John 8:44). The devil is a fallen angel who with his followers were put out of Heaven by GOD the FATHER of all creation (Isa. 14:12), and hell became his headquarters. GOD/JESUS made Heaven, hell, and the devil. GOD the FATHER is the only creator of all things (John 1:3). Therefore the devil is a creature who can never be the creator. In fact, a creature can never be the creator, and that is why JESUS CHRIST IS God manifested in the flesh, so GOD can never be a creature (1 Tim. 3:16). JESUS is not a creature but HE is indeed the creator GOD (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 1:1-2; Col. 1:16-17; Gen. 1:26). The Bible tells us that "... HE is before all things, and by HIM all things consist" (Col. 1:17). Take my advice everyone and choose Heaven with JESUS, because hell is a place of eternal torment where the fire can never be put out and the hell worms crawling all over you day and night cannot die (Mark 9:43-44). Hell is not like a prison sentence for a given limited time. NO! The sentence to hell is eternal (forever and ever). GOD bless you.

 

October 20, 2025

TOO LATE, THE RAIN IS FALLING - TOO LATE THE DOOR IS SHUT

Noah, the Ark and five foolish Virgins (Gen. 7:10; Matt. 25:10).

I believe Noah may have hired some of the skilled workers to help build the Ark. I can also imagine the critical conversations some may have had about the Ark and about the rain. But the time did come for the rain to fall. The possible climbing on roofs and trees might have taken place and some may have even knocked hard on the Ark's door. Some may have called Noah's name asking him to open the door. Some may have shouted that they believe now, but GOD shut the door. TOO LATE THE RAIN IS FALLING.  

The five foolish Virgins were not ready when the bridegroom came.  The five wise Virgins were ready and went in with the bridegroom and the door was shut. Evangelist Annie Mair reminded us at Mt. Olivet that "getting ready is not ready". The five foolish Virgins went and got ready, but they got ready too late. Don't be like the people of Noah's time and the foolish Virgins. Get ready NOW because JESUS is coming soon, and death may come before the Rapture. If you are not ready for the Rapture you are not ready for death, and there is no repentance in the grave. GOD bless you.

 

October 21, 2025

“ONE SHEPHERD; ONE FOLD!"

When Jesus came to earth, He had a plan for humanity. Jesus (God) is our Shepherd, and we are His sheep (fold). It doesn’t matter how far you’ve gone, or what you’ve done, God can reach you where you are. Rahab and her household were spared and entered the promised land because of her obedience to Joshua. (Joshua 2). Ruth went with Naomi and her life changed (Ruth 1:17). The Samaritan woman who was ostracize met Jesus and her life also changed. (St. John 4:1-26). God can reach people from every creed, nation or ethnicity. For God so love the world…(John 3:16). You may not have been brought up in a Church background, but God can reach you where you are. God has a place in His fold for everyone. 

St. John 10:16 - And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.

God Bless You!

 

October 22, 2025

OLD AGE (PSALM 90:10-12 ; ECCL. 12: 1-8).

"AGING IS NO JOKE"

It is a blessing for each one of us to have reached the age that we are at right now. The news of death is more prevalent than ever before. I was in Jamaica attending a memorial/funeral in the church when the news came out that a Bishop friend of mind’s wife had just died. Yesterday, I was at a funeral when, at the church, the news came out that a Bishop friend of mine had died early Tuesday morning. Last week, on Tuesday, another Bishop friend was funeralized in England. In as much as most of the deceased were up in age, one does not have to be old to die. Death can come at any age. However, to some of us old age brings many painful experiences. Indeed "aging is no joke". In Ecclesiastes 12, the wise man Solomon shows us some of the changes that can occur to some of us from the days of our youth to old age.  Eyes, teeth, hearing, and other changes occur to some of us because we are old (Eccl. 12:3-4). A friend was desperately looking for his shirt until he passed by a mirror and noticed that he had on the shirt. I was looking for my glasses and asked my wife if she had seen them?  She smilingly told me that I had my glasses on. Yes, "old age is no joke".  Still in all things we must give GOD thanks. GOD bless you.

 

October 23, 2025

HE IS A WONDER!

There are many wonders (exciting amazement or admiration) in the world today.   But the Greatest wonder is God (Jesus).  He calms the storms, and He raised the dead.  He fed thousands with two fish and five loaves of bread.  He healed the blind, the lame and the maimed, demons were cast out with the use of his Name.  He also died on the cross so we wouldn't be lost.  He's coming back one day to take us to our eternal home and while we are there, we will never be alone.

Luke 8:25 - And he said unto them, Where is your faith? And they being afraid wondered, saying one to another, What manner of man is this! for he commandeth even the winds and water, and they obey him.

Psalms 107:8 - Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

 

October 24, 2025

THE PLEASURES OF SALVATION vs. THE PLEASURES OF SIN. (Psalm 16:11; Isaiah 12:3)

You may have heard the saying that "salvation makes you pleasureless", don't you believe that lie. Pleasure for the believers/saved ones are feelings of happiness, enjoyment of GOD'S presence, and non-sinful and holy loving friendship with each other (John 13:34-35). Loving and getting along with one another (in marriage, friendship, etc.) in righteous doings are far better and lasting than sinful pleasures of the flesh, sin, and of the world.  Holiness brings true and lasting pleasureful friendships. The devil hates when GOD'S people are happy and getting along with one another. "Righteousness exalteth a nation, but sin (secret/thought or open) is a reproach to any people" (Prov. 14:34). The believer MUST STOP sinning because sin brings disgrace and shame, but maintaining holiness and loving one another as JESUS CHRIST loves us brings joy, peace, and contentment which is true pleasure (John 13:34-35). In the presence of GOD/JESUS is the "fullness of joy" (Psalm 16:11). Salvation's pleasures are non-sinful and everlasting.  We can even be involved in pleasureful natural games (dominoes, table tennis, etc.) and no cheating or gambling (sin) is involved, because honesty and holiness are maintained.  Sin's pleasures are soul destructive and is a slippery road to hell. Thank GOD for being saved and for the joys and pleasures of SALVATION (Isaiah 12:3). GOD bless you.

 

October 27, 2025

HURRICANE MELISSA'S CATASTROPHIC THREAT TO JAMAICA

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jamaica and other impacted Caribbean  Islands. Some roads are already affected badly by landslides and floodings. We will start a project of fund raising to assist our churches and others as best as we can. May GOD'S mercy prevails on the people and their homes.

 

October 28, 2025

"ARE YOU IN THE CHURCH" (Body of Christ) or the church (building)!

(I Corinthians 12:12-15)

The signs of the imminent return of Christ are everywhere. In Matthew 24, we are told of all the things that will happen, and that we should look up for our redemption draweth nigh. The question is, are you in the Church (the body of Christ) or just going to the building. To be in the “Church” is more than playing an instrument or having the best voice, but you must be born again. The body of Christ are those who have been baptized by immersion in the Name of Jesus, have been filled with the Holy Ghost, and living the life that God's Word requires. Going to the building is good, but being a part of the body of Christ is far better! 

I Corinthians 12:12 - For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ.

 

October 29, 2025

A BOOK CALL LIFE; THE GIFT OF GOD - (John 14:6; Psalm 90:10; John 10:10)

The gift of life is a book and every day is a new writing in our life's book. Each year is a chapter. Each month is a paragraph. Each week is a sentence. Each day is a word. Each hour is an alphabet (letter). Each minute is an extra gift from GOD, and each second is a double extra gift from GOD in our book of life. The extra gifts make up the alphabets; the alphabets make up the words; the words make up the sentences; the sentences make up the paragraphs; the paragraphs make up the chapters, and the chapters make up the book. Thank GOD for the book of life. Yes, just being alive is a gift from GOD and we should cherish the gift call life by serving GOD daily. Sometimes some people are not enjoying the wholesomeness of life due to aging, pain, illness, and the cares of life, but in all things we should give GOD/JESUS thanks. Environmental situations such as storms, fire, earthquake, flooding, snow, etc. can make life miserable. But GOD who gives all life and free oxygen to breathe is always there with us through all of our difficulties in our book of life. Many of us owe GOD a whole lot of back THANK YOUS because we took for granted many of HIS past blessings. So be grateful for your book of life which only you can write in. GOD bless you.

 

October 30, 2025

THE BOOK!

Some books have a wealth of knowledge, some can be very encouraging; some can be very inspirational; and some can give you good instructions.  But the greatest book you can ever read is the Bible.  Some call it the "Book of Instructions Before Leaving Earth" (BIBLE).   This powerful book has the instructions on how to transform a sinner to a Saint.   It encourages and lifts you up when you feel down.  It strengthens you when you feel weak.  It teaches you how to live a Holy life.  It increases your Faith in God (Jesus).  It teaches you what God likes and what He doesn't like.  It gives you wisdom and instructions how to be successful in life. In other words, this book is life changing.  Lastly, it gives you instructions on how to be ready for death or the rapture.

Nehemiah 8:5-6 - And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people; (for he was above all the people;) and when he opened it, all the people stood up: And Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. And all the people answered, Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands: and they bowed their heads, and worshipped the LORD with their faces to the ground.

 

October 31, 2025

THE ANGER OF THE LORD - (Nahum 1:1-7)

"THE LORD IS SLOW TO ANGER"

GOD is always desirous of righteousness. HE wants man, leaders, and nations to do righteously towards HIM, HIS people, the poor, women and children. GOD is a jealous GOD who has HIS people's needs forefront of HIS heart. No one, leaders or nations should strive or even attempt to elevate themselves above GOD or to condone wickedness, satanic Acts, idolatry, evil actions done to the poor, women and children. These ungodly actions in any people, government, or country can stir up the anger/wrath of the LORD GOD who "is slow to anger, and great in power, and will not at all acquit the wicked: the LORD hath HIS way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds (rain) are the dust of HIS feet... who can stand before HIS indignation? and who can abide in the fierceness of HIS anger?... the LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; and HE knoweth them that trust in HIM" (Nahum 1:1-7). Let us not make GOD who is slow to anger become angry with our sinfulness as a people and as a nation. When the righteous suffer with the wicked, the LORD GOD will restore and bring them out alright. GOD will never leave or forsake HIS people. GOD bless you.

 

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