"An Opinion Only"

“An Opinion Only” Once again I feel the need to use God's Word to deliver my heart today. There are several writers who make up the book of Psalms, but I believe King David wrote the 65th chapter. I chose to use the first 8 verses of that chapter to try and explain my own thoughts. Although King David was by God's own Words, His greatest king, he made many mistakes ( by the bible scholars of today's own interpretation.) he was an Old Testament character, and lived by Moses law. Some modern bible teachers calls him a murderer, not just because he killed the evil Giant, but because he stole the wife of a soldier who was away at war. He wanted to marry that beautiful woman so King David ordered that her husband be put on the front firing line so he would be killed then he married Bathsheba. This part of King David's life is so frustrating that an unlearned person like me, and most other bible readers, are left to leave well enough alone. Now to get to my bible scripture. Psalms 65: 1-8 O God, it is right for us to praise you in Zion and keep our promises to you, because you answer prayers. People everywhere will come to you on account of their sins. Our faults defeat us. But you forgive them. Happy are those whom you choose, whom you bring to live in your sanctuary. We shall be satisfied with the good things of your house, the blessings of your sacred Temple. You answer us by giving us victory, and you do wonderful things to save us. People all over the world and across the distant seas trust in you. You set the mountains in place by your strength, showing your mighty power. You calm the roar of the seas and the noise of the waves; You calm the uproar of the peoples. The whole world stands in awe of the great things you have done. Your deeds brings shouts of joy from one end of the earth to the other. What would you do? I sat in a Sunday school class one morning listening to the teacher talk about King David's mistakes. Naturally several men came to his rescue saying the woman was also at fault. I spoke up and said, David was the King. Can we simple wives of a man at war tell the King we will not obey him? What a terrible spot to be in. I do not believe Bathsheba willingly gave in to King David, but out of fear, she obeyed his command. Now for a really mind blogger, Bathsheba became the mother of King David's wisest son on earth, King Solomon. Does this not make you appreciate our Lord, and Savior, Jesus Christ, even more? Friends I feel like we are all bible illiterate so much that the most important thing that matters is Trust in Jesus with all our hearts. Live by the ten commandants, and pray every day for wisdom. Thank you. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"It Takes All Kinds"

“It Takes All Kinds” Why does God allow us to recall so many sad memories, or maybe I should say sweet memories that become sad when we recall them? It is not always deceased ones who make you sad at some remembering of certain instances. Things that happened years ago that now have become haunting because of the mistake that you made when you thought you were doing what was right can be the hardest to endure. Even though that person may still be alive there is no way you can ever relieve yourself of the guilt. These are the memories that take all the joy from us when we should be praising God for His constant blessings. Then there are the wonderful memories when you loved so much being around precious loved ones who have now left us forever. Life can be like a roller coaster no matter how much God blesses you. Laughter, and tears at the same time. It can get so bad till everything seems worthless. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, experienced the same miseries that I speak of now. Satan never left Jesus alone for long. Can we understand better now why we too must spend much of our time being miserable? Not really, but we know if Jesus had the same struggles in life as we, then we cannot expect to be less troubled. The difference is Jesus was the perfect One. He knew no sin. We are the sinners who deserve most of what we struggle with. What we chose to do with our lives daily can make a big difference in how much we feel sad. However, there is no complete freedom from guilt, and grievousness, until we either lose our minds completely, or lose our mortal life to the new one. I believe this is one of the reasons the bible tells us to bear one another s burdens. Confess our sins to one another, only with God's direction. He knows what is best for us. Satan would have us go overboard with confessing. There is often great confusion when past sins becomes an identity for us. I for one. have always felt like Jesus is the only one who needs to know all about our personal life. I would never have written a message like this one today if I had of had my own way. It took me an hour or so to finally start not knowing what I was going to say. Yesterday I was so enthused while writing my blog, then today nothing would come to me but distressful thoughts. I could never be that person who talks from a script, or follows an outlined message. It takes all kinds to do God's work. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"We Are Soldiers Not Deadbeats"

“We Are Soldiers Not Deadbeats” People when do we stop turning the other cheek? The Liberal Party has caused us so much more cost of living till we just must hit back. I just got back from renewing my home insurance policy, and was told by the agent to wait till they could check for another company who had not raised their rates so much. My policy had gone up $238,00 in one year, and I had not used it once. Every bill I paid had increased a lot. Gasoline, groceries, hospital, and doctor bills, going through the roof. The evil leadership we now have in the White House, has got to be stopped. God is big enough to do it, and I for one am going to sincerely ask Him to take over how. We do not have to take all these beatings by such ungodly people. I think we have been patient long enough. We need to act now in self defense. Our defense is God, and He will help us if we truly believe. In just over a year we have seen the worst economic crisis since in the early thirties, when the Great Depression hit. If we don't act now the end is not near in sight. We can have faith, but faith without legs is dead. We Christians are God's hands, and feet. Our voices must go up to Heaven. Silence is a broken weapon. I'm not saying we should act like idiots. I'm saying we should be “as wise as a serpent, and as harmless as doves.” We can only be like that by staying focused on God. Some people may not know this, but I believe if we are not exercising our faith then it will dry up to nothing. The best way to exercise our faith is by start praising God daily for His love, and mercy. Thank Him daily for the prayers He answered for us that day. Thank Him, Thank Him. I mentioned in my blog yesterday that I thought I saw Jesus walking on the water to rescue us from shipwreck. I still believe that, but He hasn't reached us yet. Unless we keep our eyes on Him we might sink before He gets to us. I am very sincere. I believe we have to stay close to our Savior at all times in order to be protected. Like a little child we may feel lost from our Heavenly Father sometimes, but like that earthy father He always has an eye on us. Trust Him, Trust Him. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"A Shipwrecked Country"

“A Shipwrecked Country” I could never have had a happier day in a thousand years than I've had today. Church was such a blessing to be part of, and the crowd was overwhelmed. The Holy Spirit was there pouring out His glory on everyone. What a day, and so many precious comments given to me personally was extraordinary. The sermon was nothing but a God Sent. And the messenger was prompted by The Holy Spirit, Himself. The three words I kept hearing the most were, “never give up.” It was most fitting to everyone there. In this day and time the world seems to be shipwrecked. People are having a hard time to keep from drowning. But Jesus walked on the water to save us today. There will continue to be ragging storms, but our faith was certainly strengthened today. I am looking forward to next Sunday. The past two Sundays have both handed me a big surprise, I am expecting another next Sunday. I really don't want to surprise everyone myself, but I will not refuse if the Lord wants to use me for something. “Unto whom much has been given much will be expected.” I am far from being a completely yielded servant, but I have been in the past. That's where we all need to be again today. It's better to yield than to be forced. God's way is always best. My roses are blooming so beautifully I take pride in showing them off. When nothing much seems pretty, the roses always make up the difference. There are all colors, and sizes for me to enjoy. Some are cluttered together to make a bouquet, others are spread all over the bushes. I have not been well enough to prune, and take care of them, but they are pretty anyway. I have my yards mowed, but don't attempt to hire someone to work my flower garden. It's too much, and there comes a time to settle for roses only. I am thankful for the good health I still have, and I will take good care of it first. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"Time To Fess Up"

“Time To Fess Up” I am beginning to see God's great big hand reaching down to punish the evil humans who have gone over their limits of mocking God. I had never lost faith, but I just thought He should have started sooner. Doesn't that say I am human also. I have to apologize to God daily for my human-like mistakes. I have know for years that God does all things well, and has never failed His faithful followers. Neither has He failed to punish those who are against Him. His own words, “vengeance is mine, I will repay.” I truly believe there are many who think they are in God's will even when they are showing to be enemies of some of God's chosen ones. It is very sad for me to say this, but I am aware of it happening in my past. I did not intend to let politics be a part of my blog today, but how can I say I believe God has started to punish those who are against Him without it becoming partly political? We are ruled in this world by Governments. The people make up the government. How can we have differences of opinions without having disagreements? Differences of opinions often brings about hate that leads into more hate, and finally a killing of both bad, and good people. I believe that evil demons of hungry power is what we are experiencing in our governments today. It has gotten out of hand, now God has to take over. At one time I used to speak against what I believed the bible declared sin. I did that for years until I heard the Lord say to me, no one is without sin. Those who think they are is sinning already. It is up to me to do unto others what I would want them to do unto me. Think about this. Would I want others to always be using me for trouble maker? Do I want others to deliberately take part of my comments, and use them to portray me as a trouble maker? God help us all to never be guilty of such. I have always believed since my “born again experience,” that only God can say who is going to heaven, and who is going to hell. In fact I believe only God knows what will happen to us after death. I did not say there is no heaven, and there is no hell. Please don't quote me as saying that. I just said only God knows our destiny. I feel much pity for those who have declared possessing Christians hypocrites. I have made the remark that some don't live up to their teaching like they declare others have to do. I still can say that with all due respect. That is not saying they are going to hell, God forbid. The bible teaches that Love is the greatest of all commandants. I firmly believe that, and without it I would be worried about my eternal life. In this day and time we all better be seeking God for guidance, and stop accusing others of trivial sin. I believe we can, and I will, preach against hate. Never let it become part of you. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"A Thanksgiving Message"

“A Thanksgiving Message” After buying groceries today, then making a quick trip to Liberal, Kansas to get a few items, I am very tired. I rested about an hour before coming to the computer to write my blog. Nothing interesting has happened the past few days, but I did meet up with an old friend at the grocery store. She had moved away from Perryton about thirteen years ago. I didn't know she and her husband had moved back. It was so nice to see her, and hopefully will be seeing her a lot more. I invited her to the Senior Citizens Center for lunch, and fellowship three times a week. She seemed interested, and maybe she will be the boost I needed to get started back after the long absence because of the Corina Virus. There is nothing any of us need more than each other to share our joys, and concerns with. The Center is where you will find those kind of friends, always. We can never thank the few who labored long, and faithfully to keep that place open, and coming back to full capacity. Then there were those behind the scene who gave more than their share to meet the expenses, while the tables were almost empty. God bless these loving people who have already been blessed, and was able to pay the Center's bills. I think I was one of those who got lost during the shuffle, but have slowly found my way back. It was a scary time, but with God's help we are feeling safe again. Our red, white, and blue flag is still standing, and it will take a lot more than the Corona Virus to take it down. We have lost a few of our special members since this virus broke out, but only God knows why they were taken. They were true, and loyal servants to our Center, and they will always be missed, and never forgotten. If we will just keep talking positive, I believe the doubts will soon completely disappear. It still looks like the odds are against us, but little, by little the evil is coming to light. Our prayer is that God will punish every person who took part in this evil, destructive, deadly crisis, and shine His glory on us all. I think I made an effort today to stay positive, although it is going to take an effort every day, I am sure. I am on my way. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp

"My Own Recipe"

“My Own Recipe” Yesterday I made jalapeno cornbread. It was so good I ate a large piece with real butter. After I finished eating it I remembered my healthy diet. It's not a low calorie diet, it's a cholesterol diet. This morning I put the rest of the pan of jalapeno cornbread in the freezer. If I don't eat it before, I will take the rest of it to my sisters in Oklahoma City at the end of this month. As if that wasn't bad enough this morning I chose to have a big home-made biscuit with two strips of bacon, an egg and orange juice. This won't happen long because I still do have disciplinary rule. Thank God for that. This week I have lost two friends who were regular attenders to our Widows Dinner Club, before the Corona Virus shut us down. The enemy of darkness just won't let us have joyful hearts for long. We have to be fighters every day to keep that enemy away. The Holy Spirit has been so good to comfort me. He never leaves me in doubt. Some may try to change my direction, but I know when I am trusting God, I have to follow His advice. “Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus.” My future depends upon God's guidance. I know I am a mystery to some, but I am only one of God's many mysteries. “Some glad morning when this life is ore, I'll fly away to that beautiful shore.” The Apostle Paul said, “I have learned to be content whatever state I am in.” He did not mean whether he was in Texas or Oklahoma, ( which is what I have been trying to decide on,} Paul meant whatever state of mind he was in. Whether in jail, in a shipwreck, or blind. Paul always came out on top of all his tragedies. I was born, and raised in Oklahoma. I have lived in Perryton, Texas for sixty-five years, but it has never seemed like home. Two of my sisters live in Oklahoma City, and I would love to be closer to them. But for some reason God has not let it happen. I have a hard time being content since Oklahoma City is the closest city I live to of blood kin. Except one son who is disabled and lives here close to me. Two hundred and seventy-five miles is a long way to drive to spend a few hours with my sisters. All the other of my family members live farther away than Oklahoma City. I believe growing older is a natural feeling of missing the loving family one has been blessed with. But moving back home would not make me miss them any less. I must learn to be more content until, and if, God wants me to say till I leave for my eternal home. God Bless Myrtle Jean Sharp