Month: May 2013

Bible Verse of The Day – 5-31-13

(Romans 14:7-8 NKJV)  For none of us lives to himself, and no one dies to himself. {8} 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.

We are not our own. We do not own our lives, nor are we the masters of them!

If you have put your faith and trust in Jesus Christ and have become a child of God, your life is not your own. Your life now belongs to Him.

There is a lot more to this than many people realize. This means that we are now accountable to Him in everything that we do; every choice we make, every plan we devise, everything.

Once we understand this, it should greatly impact our lives and change the way we do things. Before we make a decision about something, especially something major in our lives, we need to seek God and get His feedback on it.

Sometimes this is as simple as opening up the Word and seeing what it says about our situation or circumstance.

Other times it might be something pretty simple and we just “have a knowing” about what we need to, without getting too deep or too involved in seeking an answer.

Other times, we might need to take longer and we may even need to fast and pray to get God’s answer for us.

No matter what the situation, God is faithful and we need to be sure to listen for His input.

So as you go through your day today, be sure to remember who’s you are!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-3-1-3

(John 14:15 NKJV)  “If you love Me, keep My commandments.

This is how we show God that we love Him; by hearing His words, listening carefully and carrying them out.

It is the same with all relationships. Husbands and wives, parents and children, best friends, etc., take some time to hear them. Listen carefully and hear the things they would like, and carry them out.

It can be hard to pay attention to the small details with the load that we carry at times, but it is in those small things that we may hear their heart and will make a huge difference as we walk them out and show them we are listening.

Today you maybe longing for someone to hear your heart. Let us pray that our words, our feelings and what we would like to see happen would not be falling on deaf ears, but that they will be heard.

Take action with regard to your relationship today and listen to the one you love and pray that the one you love will listen to you too…Amen!!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-377-5400

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-29-13

(Proverbs 22:15 NKJV)  Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child; The rod of correction will drive it far from him.

Children can do some foolish things sometimes. It’s just in their nature.

As parents, it’s our responsibility to teach them and give them direction and discipline.

God’s word says that the rod of correction will drive foolishness far from them!

You see, children need discipline. It’s a fact. They need to know that Mom and Dad are in charge. Mom and Dad are the boss!

Sadly, today’s society in many countries has changed to the point where it’s not acceptable to discipline children. Parents today are taught that they should be their child’s best friend. Discipline is out. Reasoning and explanations are in.

This is not they way God says it should be done. Just as God disciplines us, His children, we also need to follow God’s word and do the same for our children.

The key in this is to do it with LOVE! Love conquers all and it’s love that opens the hearts of our children and makes it easier for them to listen to us, even when they’re being corrected.

So don’t ever be afraid to be a parent to your children first, and a friend to them second.

God’s word never fails.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-28-13

(Proverbs 11:6 NKJV)  The righteousness of the upright will deliver them, But the unfaithful will be caught by their lust.

Lust – it can be a sexual desire, or an intense longing, a craving, enthusiasm, or eagerness.

The question is, are we lusting after anything today?

Are we lusting after someone’s job/title/position, someones home? We could be lusting after a person, and sometimes we can even lust after someone’s Ministry/Call on their life. Let’s check ourselves today and make sure this is not the case with us.

There is nothing wrong with looking at someone’s life and loving what they did with it. That is not lusting. We can tell when we are lusting after someone or something by how we act and how we feel inside.

If we are feeling jealous, bitter or angry toward them, then we are lusting after what they have, maybe even to the point that we got caught or snagged by it.

This can cause our hearts to be changed, from being focused on what God wants us to do, to becoming consumed with trying to reach a goal, just to get what they have.

This happens every day, all around us. Why? Because we get love and lust confused.

Remember that it is the unfaithful that walk in lust. But the Godly walk in LOVE.

We don’t need to lust after anything in this world. God is more than this world could ever offer, and we have HIM. He lives in us as we give our heart to Him.

Let Love RULE our hearts!!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-377-5400

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-27-13

(1 John 1:5 NKJV)  This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.

In Him there is no darkness at all.

This cannot be said of anyone else. God is light.

He is the source of everything good and everything true. He breathed life into us. He gives us His grace and mercy.

He is our source, our provider, our healer and our redeemer.

He is the author and finisher of our faith. He gives us peace and joy.

He is so much more than all of these things, but please remember one thing; He will never, ever bring confusion, stress or worry into our lives.

So if we’re feeling any of these things, know that these things come from the enemy of our soul, the devil.

Remember this as you make choices and decisions… that if you have peace, it comes from God.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-25-13

(Acts 20:35 NKJV)  “I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

I caught onto this early in my childhood life. I loved the way it made me feel to give!

I remember as a child, always wanting to give something to someone. Of course, as children we don’t have a job to make money so we would have to be creative. I would pick flowers from our yard and make little bouquets.

I remember at times taking one of my toys and wrapping it up and giving it away.

One time when I was in high school my best friend loved this one shirt I had, so one day I told her she could have it. The look on her face and the sound in her voice just left me feeling so happy inside.

Now that I am older, I enjoy giving people things even more than receiving. Don’t get me wrong, I love to get little surprises too! But there is something about giving that drives me to keep on doing it.

I’ve learned we don’t have to have a lot of money to give. There are so many other ways.

There are many times when we receive a reply to the Bible Verse of The Day, or letters in the mail that bless us so much just from the wonderful testimonies or things that you share with us. Often times it is just what we needed to help us get through our day!

Giving is a beautiful thing and oh so fulfilling! We should never stop giving. No matter how strapped we are, there is always something we can give.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-24-13

(Philemon 1:3 NKJV)  Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Over the last several weeks we have received emails from people going through trials. We ourselves have also been going through trials for the last few months.

Every day that goes by, we see and hear about other terrible, tragic events and trials that are happening around the world.

We are here today to speak grace and peace into your situation. No matter how bad it might seem or how hard it is to bear, let God’s peace rule over you.

We know that some days can be terribly heavy and it can seem like there will be no end to the pain and misery that comes with trials and tests.

But don’t ever lose hope. Our hope isn’t in the things or the people of this world. Our hope lies in the one who spoke the world into existence. Our hope lies in the one who breathed life into us.

So if you’re going through trials or tests today, know deep down in your heart that you are not alone. Be assured that even when it feels like the world is closing in on you, God is your source of peace and rest.

His peace is our source of strength. Rest in Him today.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-23-13

(Psalm 25:4 NKJV)  Show me Your ways, O LORD; Teach me Your paths.

When we ask Jesus to be our personal Savior, we become His child. But this does not mean we automatically know God’s way for us.

It’s important that we take time to ask God to lead us to the right teacher or to the church he would like us to attend and so forth. We shouldn’t just try any old place. There are a lot of spiritual things that go on in churches that are not of God and can hurt our walk with God, and even take us down the wrong path if we are not careful.

God has a path for us all, and everyone’s path is different. What happens at times is that we see someone doing something that we may enjoy or admire, so we follow them, thinking it is the only way.

Try not to let this happen to you. Seek after God. He is faithful to lead us down His path for us and it will be GOOD!!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-22-13

(Luke 8:16 NKJV)  “No one, when he has lit a lamp, covers it with a vessel or puts it under a bed, but sets it on a lampstand, that those who enter may see the light.

How bright do we let our light shine?

If we are children of God and followers of Christ, we have the light of God inside of us! Jesus said we are the light of the world.

Do we let His light shine through us? Can others see Christ in us?

Every action we take during the course of a day reflects on our walk with God and represents our heavenly Father. How we behave (or not behave!) shows people around us where our heart is at.

If people know we are believers, they will be watching us to see how we react to certain things in our everyday lives.

Knowing this, let’s be the very best examples we can be and let His light shine brightly through us!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-377-5400

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-21-13

(Mark 6:46 NKJV)  And when He had sent them away, He departed to the mountain to pray.

Jesus had quality time with His Dad.

While I was out taking a stroll tonight I passed a daughter and her dad. They were walking, talking and kicking a stone back and forth. I enjoyed seeing that. It’s that quality time that makes a difference. It makes a strong connection.

Just as that daughter and her dad shared things back and forth they learn to understand each other a little bit better.

It’s just like that with our Heavenly Father. As we take quality time and open up, sharing our feelings with Him and letting Him share back with us, that is how we grow closer. That is how we make a stronger connection and a better relationship.

Give quality time to any relationship that we want to see mended, healed or to grow. It will make a difference.

Time doesn’t cost us a thing… it’s free, so give it away to someone you know is in need, whether your relationship with God, or maybe your Spouse. It could be your child, your sister or brother; let God lead you today and show you who needs your time.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-377-5400

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-20-13

(Luke 7:14-16 NKJV)  Then He came and touched the open coffin, and those who carried him stood still. And He said, “Young man, I say to you, arise.” {15} So he who was dead sat up and began to speak. And He presented him to his mother. {16} Then fear came upon all, and they glorified God, saying, “A great prophet has risen up among us”; and, “God has visited His people.”

“Then fear came upon all”.

How many of us fear God? I’m not talking about the kind of fear that you have when you’re scared of someone hurting you. I’m referring to a healthy fear… the kind of fear that you have out of respect for someone.

Jesus was the perfect example of God’s amazing, unconditional love. But yet He caused the fear of God to fall on people when they saw his miracles.

Sadly, too few people fear God today. The reverent fear that we should have has been replaced with sugar-coated messages that try hard not to offend people or hurt their feelings.

God is love. But He is also pure and holy and worthy of our reverent fear. Without reverence and fear, we are taking God for less than who He really is.

We need to love God with our whole hearts. And when we do that, we will be gin to understand that we also need to fear God in a healthy, reverent way.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-377-5400

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