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Bible Verse of The Day – God’s Gift of Time – 11-6-16

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Did you know that God has given each and every one of us a gift?

Some people might automatically think of salvation. But the gift we’re talking about in today’s message is a gift that He has given to every person, including those who don’t acknowledge or accept His gift of salvation.

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So what is this gift? It’s time.

God has given each and every one of us time. And He leaves it up to us as to what we do with the time He’s given us.

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How we handle the time He has given us can seriously affect the direction our lives, and the lives of those around us, end up going.
So give this latest message a listen and prepare to have God change the way you look at your life. We promise it will give you a new perspective on a lot of things.

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Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
PO Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

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Bible Verse of The Day – 11-5-16

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Romans 12:2 (NKJV) 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

Being transformed is going to take time. Having our minds renewed is going to be a constant learning, listening and doing process. This holds true for everyone.

We will all fall at times, make mistakes and trip up. Some may do this more often than others. It really doesn’t matter who does what, when or how many times. What matters and is very important is that we don’t stay down, we don’t stay in the mess, and we don’t just brush it off and continue to do it. We get out of it and get back up by repenting and changing our ways.

God’s word is what helps us to get back up. God’s word is what will keep us focused and on track. It is the one book that we should give a lot of attention to.

It is a journey, and for those that continue to press in and draw close to God, He will draw near to them and they will be purified.

James 4:8 (NKJV) 8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.

Don’t just say with our words that we are God’s children, but let us show by the transforming and renewing of our minds.

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 – 11-4-16

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Colossians 3:23-24 (NKJV) 23 And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, 24 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.

Have you ever felt like you work hard with no appreciation in return? Do you feel like you give it 100%, and yet you get nothing in return?

Many of us can testify to situations that we’re in, or have been in, where we feel mistreated or under-appreciated. Let’s be honest. Sometimes we just feel downright used and abused, don’t we?

Well, first off, let’s remember what the Word says above. We need to continue to do everything just as we were/are doing it for God Himself.

No, that doesn’t make being mistreated feel any better. But it will cause God to be glorified in everything we do. And in the end, that’s what is most important for all of us. So it’s important that we don’t get tired out and give up before we get our breakthrough.

Galatians 6:9 (NKJV) 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.

Some of us may have been in this kind of a situation for a very long time. We might even feel like it will never change. In fact, we may have given up on ever seeing it turn around.

But do you remember Joseph? He spent many years in prison and as a servant before God elevated him to be Potiphar’s top adviser and overseer of Egypt! If he had given up, his entire destiny could have been forever changed or even lost.

And even while he was in prison, Joseph excelled and had favor with the guards and the overseers there.

Why? Because he refused to sit around and feel bad about his situation, despite the fact that his own brothers had sold him into slavery due to their jealousy. And in the end, Joseph was exalted and made a leader that everyone looked up to.

So if you’re in a situation anything like this or you feel mistreated, don’t give up hope. Keep your eyes on God and trust Him to bring you through it with victory.

And in the meantime, keep doing all things as unto 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 – 11-3-16

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Matthew 7:15 (NKJV) 15 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.

Knowing the inward motive of some people is very hard at times. That’s why we need the Holy Spirit to help guide and direct us.

It’s hard sometimes to discern people and the motive behind their actions, especially if we are a person that loves, if we a person that is sincere in what we do and we are a trusting person. We don’t look at people in that way, because our hearts have been changed.

For us to know the inward motives of people we will have to listen for the Helper, the Holy Spirit. He will give us discernment.

On the surface, the ravenous wolf looks good, sounds good and has exciting and wonderful things to offer. He/she is smooth and slick. They come dressed in normal clothing, they don’t stand out in a way where we can see them or spot them. They blend in very well.

It is through discernment that they will be exposed.

Not to fear them, but to be aware of them and what they represent. Take note and listen. God is faithful to show us.

It takes wisdom and listening, not letting our emotions get caught in a trap in what we see and like.

John 15:26 (NKJV) 26 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.

Our Helper speaks truth. He will keep us on track with the things of God. Amen.

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 – 11-2-16

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John 6:31 (NKJV) 31 Our fathers ate the manna in the desert; as it is written, ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’”

God gave them bread from heaven. He made provision for them! He is a very personal, affectionate and intimate Father.

Can we look back at times and say, “yes, He has answered my prayer. When I was in need, He sent me my answer.”?

Our bread from heaven may have differed from what the Israelites needed because every situation is different. However, it still came.

Getting our answer from God is better than getting our answer from man. Most people have an agenda or motive and we may always feel like we owe them something in return. But when God does something for us and our answer comes from heaven, He is not looking for us to pay Him back. He is just asking for us to obey.

We have seen God answer many prayers in our lifetime and we look forward to seeing even more. It never gets old.

He is not going to ignore us, so we can’t get anxious and try to do it ourselves. He is going to put together the best answer and provision for us. In the meantime, rejoice and KNOW that He is working on our behalf. Walk in His peace today.

Philippians 4:6-7 (NKJV) 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

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 – 11-1-16

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Matthew 28:2 (NKJV) 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat on it.

The earth shook, an angel of God descended and the stone was rolled away.

What an incredible way for God to bring light and victory into what looked like a dark, dismal situation of defeat!

When Jesus rose and emerged from the grave, every demon in hell took notice. Even Satan himself couldn’t ignore this. He thought he had won when Jesus breathed His last breath. But in the end, he was the one who was defeated.

And just as Jesus rose from the grave, bringing victory over death, that victory is there for each and every one of us, too. If our faith and trust are in Jesus, we will also have victory over death.

But we can also have victory in our lives right here on earth! We don’t have to live defeated lives, burdened down with sin, shame or the cares of this world. We don’t have to spend every waking minute stressed by the situations we’re facing.

“How?”, you may ask. How can we have victory when there is so much happening. How can we have victory when it feels like the whole world is falling down around us? How can we have victory when it looks like evil is abounding?

By giving it to God and letting Him take care of it. Let Him handle it. Let Him bear the burdens that are trying so hard to weigh us down.

1 Peter 5:6-7 (NKJV) 6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

No, this won’t make our problems disappear instantly. And it won’t necessarily hand us instant solutions to the troubles we’re facing. But it will bring us peace, if we let it.

The key is that we have to let it. We have to make a choice to take our worries, fears and even our doubts and give them to Him. Is this easy to do? Not always. Sometimes it’s downright difficult, because it means we have to let go and relinquish control to Someone we can’t even see.

But even if we don’t let go, we still never have control over it anyway. We just think we do! Because if we did have control, the situation wouldn’t be bothering us so much to begin with.

So we encourage you today to surrender to Him and give Him your concerns and troubles. Lay them down and surrender them once and for all.

They are not yours to carry.

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 – 10-31-16

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Hebrews 4:12 (NKJV) 12 For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

The word of God can help us in our daily walk. It is alive!

As we read God’s word, He will direct our steps and show us what to do and what not to do at different times.

The word of God is sharper than any two – edged sword. Now that’s pretty sharp!

But it has to be. It has to reach those areas in us. And sometimes it needs to go deep to get our attention. It has to reach those places that are hidden, that if not removed completely can cause us to backslide or fall at times.

The word of God is a discerner of thoughts and intents of the heart. God knows us better than we will ever know ourselves. We can be sure of this.

He can change those things in us that we dislike and that don’t bring honor to Him; those things that get us in trouble. But only if we let Him shine a light on those areas. He will show us how to get free and stay free.

God’s WORD is what we need every day. Just a little will go a long way.

Take His word to heart and let it live through us! Amen.

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 – Letting God Heal Your Heart – 10-30-16

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It’s no secret that most of us have been hurt at one time or another in our lives. And getting hurt can sometimes leave scars that take a long time to heal. Sometimes they can take a very long time.

But we have published a new video message where we show you how to get healing faster and with less pain.

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Wounds caused by others can cause us to become angry and bitter. And this bitterness can cause us to become stressed and out of sorts. But God has the perfect prescription to heal our wounds.

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So if you have been hurt by someone and you’re having a hard time getting past the hurt and anger, be sure to listen to this newest message.

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Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
PO Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-29-16

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Ephesians 4:31 (NKJV) 31 Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice.

Everyone reading this has been hurt by someone at some point. For some of you it may have been very recently.

Everyone reading this has been used or abused by someone. Maybe it was in your distant past or maybe it was yesterday. It might have even been today.

And this is something that most of us deal with or have dealt with on one level or another. None of us are unique in this aspect.

The question that you and I have to answer is this: What will you do with it?

We have two options. We can hold on to it. We can be angry. We can become bitter and miserable.

Or we can forgive them, trust God to work it out and move on with our lives.

Bitterness is like an infection. It starts out small, with a seemingly small effect on us. And then it can spread, poisoning our entire being and killing us from the inside, out. It’s silent and it’s deadly.

But it can be treated! How? By letting God show us how to let go of those things that we were hurt by and give them to Him. And then trusting and obeying Him and doing what He tells us to do, even if we might not like it.

Rooting out bitterness can take time, especially if it’s been there for a long time. But the length of time it takes for it to be removed is really up to us and how willing we are to let go of it.

No, it’s not always easy, but God gives us everything we need to make it as easy as it can be.

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 – 10-28-16

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Habakkuk 2:4(NKJV) 4 “Behold the proud, His soul is not upright in him; But the just shall live by his faith.

The proud are those who can never take no for an answer. The proud are those who think they can take care of themselves. The proud are those who see themselves sinking, but will not ask for help or take the steps toward making things right. The proud refuse help from God, because of their very own hearts.

They cannot blame it on anyone but themselves. Pride comes from within.

We don’t want to be the proud. We want to be the just.

The just will humble themselves and ask for help. The just will acknowledge that they have weaknesses and are willing to take one day at a time and work on them with the help that God provides.

The just are those who believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of the Almighty God. And their salvation, strength, understanding, wisdom and provision come from Him alone. The just will learn to take no for an answer and wait on the promise of God to come forth.

Who are we today? Are we the proud or are we the JUST? If we are the just then we need to walk in faith and stop trying to do everything ourselves.

We need to obey what God is saying to our hearts, no matter what things look like in front of us, and move forward in what He is saying to do.

Noah had to have faith in what God said to him in order to build the ark. Moses had to have faith in God to lead the Israelites out of bondage and captivity. Mary had to have faith in God to give birth to our Messiah despite being a virgin. Peter had to have faith in order to walk on water. There are so many things that happened in God’s word when the JUST obeyed God’s word and lived by faith.

We don’t just visit faith. We, His children, LIVE by faith, move in faith and breathe in faith.

What is God speaking to us today? Our steps taken in faith and obedience will get us there.

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 – 10-27-16

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2 Corinthians 5:21 (NKJV) 21 For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.

We become the righteousness of God in Him.

That’s a pretty heavy statement. It embodies a lot more than the words on a page can even begin to imply. Let’s take a closer look.

First, what is righteousness? What does it mean to be righteous?

Webster’s dictionary defines it this way:

righteous: acting in accord with divine or moral law: free from guilt or sin

Take note of the last part of that definition, free from guilt or sin. Now that’s a big deal right there.

Neither you nor I can ever be free from guilt or sin on our own power or by our own will. It’s impossible. But, by the blood of Jesus, we are made righteous when we put our faith in Him.

It’s so very simple, yet so very complicated at the same time. And though our heads can grasp it (a little), we will never be able to fully understand or comprehend it. Despite that, though, just know that through the obedience and sacrifice of Jesus, a way was made for us to be washed clean from our sins.

How? By putting our faith in that very One, Jesus, and the gift that He offers us: Salvation.

So know that no matter who you are or what you might have done in your past, if you have put your faith and trust in Jesus and the sacrifice that He made, you have been made righteous in Him.

By the blood of Jesus, you are pure and spotless in God’s eyes!

Romans 5:19 (NKJV) 19 For as by one man’s disobedience many were made sinners, so also by one Man’s obedience many will be made righteous.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-315-0902

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