Saturday, October 31, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
November 2, 2015

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“RAINY DAYS!”
Matthew 7:24-25
Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock.

As I sit here writing today’s, BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART, I can hear the rain falling outside my window. Yesterday as I watched the weather channel I was amazed at the excessive amounts of rain that had fallen in various parts of the world. The State of Texas went from extreme drought to no drought in one week’s time. In some areas there was over 20 inches of rain. The streets of Bagdad were running like rivers. It makes our soft rain seem as nothing.

Into every life rain will fall at one time or another. Sometimes the “rain” will be soft and gentle, while at other times it will be a deluge. Sometimes an umbrella will protect us from the rain, but if the storms of life beat too heavily, we need to seek the shelter.

Our shelter from the “rain” in our life is our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. He is the only One who knows when the “rains” will come and will not only give us protection from them, but will allow us to provide protection for those around us. It is time to start singing in the rain!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Thursday, October 29, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 30, 2015
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“JUST AS I AM!”
Ephesians 2:8-9
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast.”

I suppose many of us have heard humorous stories about someone approaching the gates of heaven and being required to prove that their actions on earth merited entry into God’s heavenly kingdom. Beep! Wrong answer!
A person may do amazingly good works here on earth and still miss heaven. It is not what we do for God that determines where we will spend eternity---it is what He has done for us. When we repent of our sins and accept Him as Savior and Lord then---and only then---is our name is written down in glory.
The writer of this week’s hymn, Charlotte Elliot, was offended when someone asked her if she were a Christian. She told him to mind his own business. Later as she was contemplating his question, she began to wonder what it took to become a Christian. She called him and he explained to her the plan of salvation which she accepted. It was then that she wrote this hymn, “Just As I Am.”
“JUST AS I AM!”
Just as I am, without one plea,
But that Thy blood was shed for me,
And that Thou bidst me come to Thee,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, and waiting not
To rid my soul of one dark blot,
To Thee whose blood can cleanse each spot,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, though tossed about
With many a conflict, many a doubt,
Fightings and fears within, without,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind;
Sight, riches, healing of the mind,
Yea, all I need in Thee to find,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, Thou wilt receive,
Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
Because Thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, Thy love unknown
Hath broken every barrier down;
Now, to be Thine, yea, Thine alone,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, of that free love
The breadth, length, depth, and height to prove,
Here for a season, then above,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come!
Enjoy this week’s free inspiration video, “Just As I Am” from Gloryscapes.com by going to:http://gloryscapes.com/justasiam/

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - - Pastor Cecil

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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

30 October 30, 2015: Lamentations 3:1-66, Heb. 1:1-14, Psalm 102:1-28, Proverbs 26:21-22



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October 30, 2015: Lamentations 3:1-66, Heb. 1:1-14, Psalm 102:1-28, Proverbs 26:21-22

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 29, 2015
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“REJOICE!”
Psalm 5:11
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; let those also who love Your name be joyful in You.”  

I love to praise the Lord. Many times when I awake at night I will recite verses that I have memorized and praise the Lord for the way He has been with me all through my life. I rejoice and take joy in all that He does for me. It grieves me when I see other Christians that are so dismally sad. There is no rejoicing evident in them.

When we read the words of today’s Scripture we see that the psalmist David calls all of us to rejoice and find joy in the Lord. Not only does he call us to be joyful and rejoice, he also gives a reason for it. We find the reason in the middle of this verse: “…because You defend them.”

The Lord is our strength and He always does what is right. There are times when we may not see His hand at work in our life but believe me, He is there!

We may never fully understand the ways and works of the Lord on this side of eternity. Our job is not to seek out the reason why, but to rejoice in the knowledge that God knows not only our todays but all of our tomorrows as well. Faith in God means trusting Him completely with joy in our hearts.
          
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Tuesday, October 27, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 28, 2015
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“OUR CROWN!”
II Timothy 4:8
Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.”  

It may come as a surprise to you but I have never received a crown! I have had other honors bestowed, such as my Bachelor of Arts Degree, Master of Arts Degree, Gold Bars as a Commissioned Officer, and Ministerial Ordination, just to name a few. But no crown…as yet!

Paul was writing to his son in the faith, Timothy, in today’s Scripture. Paul was assured that he was going to receive a crown of righteousness. When we think of all that Paul had endured for the sake of Christ, it would be understandable that he would receive a crown of righteousness.

Notice that he says this crown is laid up for him at the appearing of our Lord. I hope you are as excited as I am as I read this to see that there is also a crown for each and every one of us who have loved His appearing.

We do not have to do anything to receive this crown other than to love the appearing of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I am so excited about the appearing of our Savior. I have no idea when that will be, but until He comes I want to live in constant anticipation of His appearing. I can hardly wait!
          
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Monday, October 26, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 27, 2015
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“LIVING FOR CHRIST!”
Romans 14:8-9
For if we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s. For to this end Christ died and rose and lived again, that He might be Lord of both the dead and the living.”  

You may have heard or even use this expression: “I’m just dying to try that!” -- or “I’m just dying to go there!” When we stop and think about it, we know that the things of this earth will never be achieved by dying. On the other hand, heaven or hell can be accessed only through death.

I do not want to start this issue of "Blessings From the Heart" with a discussion about death, but about life! Many of us live in areas where it becomes very easy to live for Christ. In other parts of the world, however, to even name the name of Christ carries with it a death sentence.

I have heard stories about individuals that had a lackadaisical attitude toward spiritual values until they were confronted with a choice of either denying Christ in order to live -- or dying for Him. I think of the first martyr, Stephen, who chose the latter.

We may not be confronted with a life or death situation, but we all are challenged to live for Christ each and every moment. As you sincerely evaluate your life, are you living for Christ or are you living for self? I want to live for Christ!
          
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Sunday, October 25, 2015

26 October 26: Jeremiah 49:23-50:46, Titus 1:1-16, Psalm 97:1-98:9, Pro...


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 26, 2015
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“BE CONTENTED!”
I Timothy 6:6-7
Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it iscertain we can carry nothing out.  And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.”            

“If I only had that job I would be content!” “If I was good looking and talented like her I would be popular and have no problems!” “If I was young and full of energy I would be able to conquer the world!”  “If I was older and more mature I would have no problems!”--- If I had something more I would be content! All too often people feel that just to gain something more will satisfy that lack in their life.
Learning to be contented with what we possess is frequently a difficult task. We live in a world that is exposed to new and enticing things. What we once felt satisfied with becomes dated when new things appear.  
The Apostle Paul experienced many ups and downs in his life and ministry. He suffered many things from his persecutors, but also had periods of plenty. In Philippians 4:12-13, Paul has this to share with believers of all ages: I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”  
Are you content? Do you find satisfaction with what the Lord has chosen to bless you with? Can you sincerely agree with what Paul wrote in today’s Scripture?
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil
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Thursday, October 22, 2015


DAILY-E-VOTIONAL
BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 23, 2015
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“THERE IS A FOUNTAIN!”
John 4:13-14
“Jesus answered, ‘Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.’”
Olympia, Washington is the State Capital. There is also another significant claim to fame. In the 400 block of 4th Avenue is an artesian well.  People are able to fill containers of this pure cool water. It is a fountain flowing freely.

The composer of this week’s hymn is William Cowper. He was born in England in the year 1731. He suffered many personal losses during his early years that caused him much mental anguish. Loss after loss of those that were close brought him to the brink of despair.

Through all of his ordeals the Lord kept drawing him. He finally received Jesus as his personal Savior and began writing hymns and poetry. It is fascinating that he lived in a small house just behind the home of his pastor, John Newton, who wrote the wonderful hymn, Amazing Grace. Thank the Lord for the fountain of redeeming blood that cleanses us from all of our sin.

THERE IS A FOUNTAIN

There is a fountain filled with blood
drawn from Immanuel's veins
And sinners plunged beneath that flood
Lose all their guilty stains

The dying thief rejoiced to see
That fountain in his day;
And there may I, though vile as he
Wash all my sins away

Dear dying Lamb, thy precious blood
Shall never lose its power
Till all the ransomed church of God
Are saved, to sin no more

For since by faith I saw the stream
Thy flowing wounds supply
Redeeming love has been my theme
and shall be till I die

When this poor lisping,
stammering tongue
Lies silent in the grave
Then in a nobler, sweeter song
I'll sing thy power to save

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May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil 
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Wednesday, October 21, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 22, 2015
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“WALKING WITH GOD!”
Genesis 5:22-24
After he begot Methuselah, Enoch walked with God three hundred years, and had sons and daughters. So all the days of Enoch were three hundred and sixty-five years. And Enoch walked with God; and hewas not, for God took him.      

My emotions are still very raw after losing my wife of 62 years nine and a half months ago. I’m constantly reminded of things that were precious to us. One of the things that always return to my mind was the walks we took when we were first going together. Through our years of living and loving…we walked as one.

Walking hand-in-hand it seemed we were able to communicate at a level that shut out the rest of the world. Many times our walks would be interrupted by the beauty around us and we would stop and allow God’s creation to sweep over us. Not only did it bring us closer together but it brought us closer to God.

Every time I read today’s Scripture I tried to imagine what it must of been like for Enoch to walk with God. The sweet communion they must have shared would have been very precious to Enoch. As near as I can recall from Scripture Enoch and Elijah were the only two men who never saw death because God took them.

It is my desire to walk close to God. I feel I do this by spending time in His word and talking with Him in prayer. I invite you to join with me in walking with God for the rest of our life.

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Tuesday, October 20, 2015


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 21, 2015
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“CONDITIONS!”
II Chronicles 7:14
“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”      

In the past I have had experience in hiring and supervising individuals. One of the first things I did was to explain the conditions they were expected to meet in order to remain in good standing and receive their salary. It would have been inconceivable for them to tell me what I should do to meet their expectations.

Isn’t it strange that we try to tell God what to do before we obey Him? We have heard prayers that go something like this; “Lord if you will get me out of this mess then I promise I will go back to church and serve You.” Another type of bargaining prayer might sound like this; “Lord if you heal me (or my loved one) of this disease then I will dedicate myself completely to You.”

How many times have we prayed that our nation turn back to God? How many times have we prayed for revival? Most of the time we pray for God to send healing to our nation or revival in our midst, but as we read today’s Scripture we see that there is a condition we must meet before God answers.

Do you see the four conditions that God requires? 1. Humble ourselves. 2. Pray.
3. Seek God’s face. 4. Turn from our wicked ways. Have you met His conditions?

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Monday, October 19, 2015

October 20, “OUR INVITATION!” 2015 DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 20, 2015
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“OUR INVITATION!”
Matthew 11:28-29
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”      

Over the years we receive many invitations. Some of them come with the notation; RSVP. Those four letters indicate that you are to respond as to whether you will attend or not. God gives us an invitation and no RSVP is required. We might call it an open invitation.

I can recall a family member who once lived near Disneyland relating about people who had arrived without an invitation. They were friends or family members who expected to be housed and fed and also to be guided through Disneyland. It quickly became such a financial hardship that they had to say no.

God’s invitations cost the life of His dear Son. When we read the invitation that Jesus gives us in today’s Scripture we see that what He promises He is able to deliver. The only requirement is for us to take His yoke and learn from Him.

Are you burdened with a heavy load? If so Jesus invites you allow Him to take that load and give you His rest. Do not carry the burdens of this life any longer. Yield your load to Him and begin to live the life He desires.

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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OCTOBER_19TH - Jeremiah 33:1-34:22, 1 Timothy 4:1-16, Psalm 89:1-13 , Pr...


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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 19, 2015
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“OUR PROMISE!”
Jeremiah 29:11-13
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.”      

Have you ever had someone make a promise to you and then not keep it? I’m sure that the majority of us have experienced that very thing. As a pastor I have had countless people promise that they would be in church the following week. When Sunday came they were not there nor have they ever appeared. I have often thought that if everyone who promised to be present would follow through on that promise the church could not hold them all. It is not that I am numbers conscious, but it breaks my heart when people make promises and then forget them.

Many years ago I had a young man in the church I pastored who had suffered brain damage years before. He was able to function in many areas and yet was greatly curtailed and others. One thing I admired about him was that he never failed to fulfill a promise. I knew that many times it took a great deal of effort but he always followed through. I can still remember him stacking wood that he had brought for our fireplace because he had made that promise.

God’s promises are always fulfilled. He has promised us peace and not evil and a future and a hope. He has promised to hear us when we pray and when we seek him with all our heart we will find Him. Oh how I love Jesus!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
- - - Pastor Cecil

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Friday, October 16, 2015

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART
Pastor Cecil A. Thompson
October 16, 2015

You may have noticed that my Blessings From the Heart and the One Year Bible Reading have not appeared in the last two days. My Internet provider is having problems and I am not able to function normally. I will be getting caught up as soon as possible.

PRAISE TO THE LORD!Psalm 103:1-5
"Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's"
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I would dare to say that almost all of us experienced some sort of trial in our life. It could be the loss of health, a financial meltdown, death of a mate or child or any number of catastrophic events. It is not whether or not we will encounter these trials, but rather what we will do when they arise.
The phrase, "Praise to the Lord" occurs in at least 155 verses in the Bible. That indicates to me that we need to spend far more time praising the Lord than we do. It would be well to replace our complaints with words of praise to the Lord.
Over 300 years ago, Joachim Neander was a hymn writer for the German Reform church. He was going through a time of trial and testing in his life. He would take long walks and pour his heart out to the Lord. It was on one of these walks that he came to the realization that it was not his strength that would give him victory and peace, but rather the powerful God he served. It was in that state of mind that he composed this week's featured hymn.
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation!
All ye who hear, Now to His temple draw near;
Join me in glad adoration!

Praise to the Lord, who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth,
Shelters thee under His wings, yea, so gently sustaineth!
Hast thou not seen how thy desires e'er have been
Granted in what He ordaineth?

Praise to the Lord, who with marvelous wisdom hath made thee!
Decked thee with health, and with loving hand guided and stayed thee;
How oft in grief hath not He bought thee relief,
Spreading His wings for to shade thee!

Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore Him!
All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him!
Let the Amen sound from His people again;
Gladly for aye we adore Him.

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Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
- - - Pastor Cecil
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