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Rules From God for 2009

1. Wake Up! Decide to have a good day. “Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalms 118.24

2. Dress Up! The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. “The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7

3. Shut Up! Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. “he who guards his lips guards his soul.” Proverbs 13:3

4. Stand Up! For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.. “Let us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..” Galatians 6:9-10

5. Look Up! To the Lord. “I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me.” Phillippians 4:13

6. Reach Up! For something higher. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path. Proverbs 3: 5-6

7. Lift Up! Your prayers. “Do not worry about anything; instead Pray About Everything! Phillippians 4:6



Thank you Charlotte and Ginger for hosting Spiritual Sundays.


Comments

  1. yes, i am "listening up"!

    Have a blessed Sunday!

    ~Silver

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  2. This was awesome girl!!!I loved how you shared God's Word with each action point also...

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  3. I've heard this before and it bears repeating. Thanks for sharing. Happy Spiritual Sunday.

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  4. I am trying desperately to use my two ears and one mouth appropriately. Wow..the convictions are flying today as I read everyone's sunday post. They must all be just for me, today.

    Blessings and prayers, andrea

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  5. Great advice! Now we just have to do it...:)

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  6. Marvelous recommendations. I need to be reminded of these things from time to time. Thanks for the reminder.
    Have a great Spiritual Sunday.
    Charlotte

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  7. Good "stuff" here. Thanks for posting this.

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  8. AMEN AMEN AND AMEN!!!!

    Love you Mary!! Covering you and yours ....keep your eyes on Jesus

    John 16:33
    "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

    May your post and Gods Words bring life and wash over you and your family with Strength and Power!

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  9. Love all seven of them! So true! Thanks for the kick in the seat! Luanne

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  10. Amen and amen! These are good rules to live by, not only for 2009 but as long as we are here, doing works for the Lord.
    I visited you first as soon as I got home and wanted to say "hi". I pray you had a restful sleep last night. And as you did, you are refreshed in His strength and might. "Look to the Lord and His strength, seek His face always". -Ps.105:4 Love ya sis Mary.

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  11. Great post! I've heard this before but I enjoyed reading it again. Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful Sunday.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  12. I love all the ups! Thank you.
    Will you send me the details on how I accept your sweet award? I want to honor a few other people as soon as possible!

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  13. Thanks so much for the good reminders! I enjoyed reading it and being reminded of how we should be acting. Sometimes it is easy to forget in this hustle bustle world we live in. Have a peaceful Spiritual Sunday!

    Blessings,
    Jean

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  14. I know this must bless you as much as it blesses we who consider it.

    Hugs,
    Kathleen

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  15. That is great Mary!

    Have a wonderful week!

    Love!
    Beth

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  16. My Sweet, Sweet Friend,

    This is beautiful and all points from His Word here reside in my mind, heart and soul as I read them.

    You are precious my dear friend. Very precious. I've thought about you often and you are in my prayers always.

    Love you,
    Alleluiabelle

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  17. Mary, This was great! So much Word with every tidbit! I would have to say that UP is always so much better than DOWN in every way!:)
    Christy

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  18. Wow! The 7 Ups!

    I enjoyed this very much, thanks so much!

    You are loved.

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  19. Mary,
    Please visit my new friend at:
    http://betweentwopoles.blogspot.com

    I met her a month or so ago via facebook. She lives in texas and is really struggling and in need of prayer.

    Thank you, andrea

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