Jean van der Merwe

puzzle pieces

My life is like a puzzle and every incident that occurs is a puzzle piece. God alone knows the bigger picture. We don't know what the end result will look like, but God has the finished product. We must…

Power in the Name of Jesus

What a great comfort to know that we do not have to face this world and its challenges alone. By having faith and by exercising the authority God gave us through His son Jesus, we are more than conqurers.…

P . U . S . H

P. U . S . H = Pray Until Something Happens Never start your day without first dedicating it to God. He knows what is lying ahead and has the resources to prepare you for it. In our own strength we will…

amazing love

Once again I am reminded of how much God loves us. He is available 24/7 when we need him. We don't have to earn it, it is readily available to us. What an amazing thought. Thank You Lord for always being…

Peace

Thank you Lord for Your peace that surpasses all understanding. The devil comes in many guises. Open my spiritual eyes so that I might always be ready when satan tries to rob me of Your blessings.

Humility

Thank you Lord for reminding me once again that I am no better than the next person. Every person has the right to be treated with respect and dignity. Help me to always treat others the way that I want…

WOW

How amazing to know that we are able to do ALL things through Christ who strengthens us. Lord help me to never forget that there is power in the Name of Jesus.

PRAYER = STRENGTH

Prayer is one of the cornerstones of my relationship with God. If I don't start my day in prayer everything just seems to go wrong and then a "blue monday" syndrome kicks in. Start each day with prayer…

All round protection

How awesome to know that when we are at our most vunerable God is there watching over us. We need no fear for when we are unable to fend for ourselves, He is there doing it for us. What a great comfort…

Know your roots

Stay rooted in the Word of God. It is the only way I will grow into the woman that God intended me to be. I need to drink daily of His life giving waters in order for me to gain spiritual maturity.

Everything

Give God your EVERYTHING. God wants us to surrender all we are and all we have to Him. Its a all or nothing deal. There are no "grey" areas when it comes to serving God. Its 100% ALL THE WAY.

make or break

Our words can make or break a person. Let us always ask God to put a guard before our mouths so that we will always speaking positive and uplifting words to others. When God lays it on your heart to speak…

FREE

You do not have to be a slave to this world. God has set you free. His death on the cross paid for your sins. When the Son sets you free you are free indeed. Claim your freedom today.

John 8:23 (KJV)

living in authority

There is power in the Name of Jesus. God gave us the power and authority over satan. When we speak in the Name of Jesus we will experience victory over every situation in our lives. Thank you Lord that…

Luke 1:37 (KJV)

Letting go

We must learn to let go and to let God be in control. He knows what is best for us. Stop swimming against the stream, you will tire yourself out.

Psalm 46:1 (KJV), Psalm 46:2 (KJV), Psalm 46:3 (KJV)

positive vs negative

being positive in all circumstances is possible when we are insync with the Holy Spirit. When we depend totally on God in every situation, is when we will experience the breakthrough. We need to die to…

Proverbs 23:7 (KJV)

Gods love

God approves of me. He Loves me. He smiles upon me. WOW what an amazing feeling to be loved by the Lord of Lord and the King of Kings. Praise you Jesus.

Numbers 6:24 (KJV), Numbers 6:25 (KJV), Numbers 6:26 (KJV)

Being Christlike

May we strive to live like Jesus more and more each day. Let us not only talk the talk but also walk the walk

Ephesians 5:1 (KJV)

LOVE

Lord from today on let me always show agape love to all people I come into contact with.

John 3:16 (KJV)

Help the needy

Lord help me not to look the other way when I see someone in need.

Victorious

Its so awesome to discover the power there is in the Name of Jesus. With it ALL things are possible. We just have to believe it.

Philippians 4:13 (KJV)

choose life !!!!!

We have choices in life ......... its not a weakness to ask for help when we are not able to cope on our own.

Deuteronomy 30:19 (KJV)

Joy like a fountain

Praise God for His joy. The best way to start your day is with a positive attitude. When you feel and look good others will see it and be influenced by it. Being joyful is the key to blocking out the…

Proverbs 17:22 (KJV)

Press on

Never give up. When you are in a "valley" in your life God is still in control. Don't give up ... when the need is at its highest the breakthrough is at its closest.

John 17:4 (KJV)

being responsible

I thank God for showing me the importance of boundaries in my life. There have been times when I have crossed those boundaries. There consequences for my actions. Some more severe than others,but each…