The Giver - Dorenda White

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-18T06:08:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 17, 2010 at 8:19pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Tuesday, August 17, 2010

"Word" for the day...
2 Corinthians 4:18 NLT
So we don't look at the troubles we can see right now; rather, we look forward to what we have not yet seen. For the troubles we see will soon be over, but the joys to come will last forever.

"Quote" for the day...
"You will never feel completely satisfied on earth, because you were made for more. You will have happy moments here, but nothing compared with what God has planned for you."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and remember God has planned something more for you!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-15T18:45:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 15, 2010 at 8:14pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Sunday, August 15, 2010

"Word" for the day...
1 Corinthians 7:31 NLT
Those in frequent contact with the things of the world should make good use of them without becoming attached to them, for this world and all it contains will pass away.

"Quote" for the day...
"God warns us to not get too attached to what's around us because it is temporary."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...don't attach yourself to material things...instead attach yourself to those you love...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-12T19:31:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 12, 2010 at 9:18pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Thursday, August 12, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Psalm 119:19 NLT
I am but a foreigner here on earth, I need the guidance of your commands. Don't hide them from me!

1 Peter 1:17 NLT
And remember that the heavenly Father to whom you pray has no favorites when he judges. He will judge or reward you according to what you do. So you must live in reverent fear of him during your time as foreigners here on earth.

"Quote" for the day...
"Repeatedly the Bible compares life on earth to temporarily living in a foreign country. This is not your permanent home or final destination."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...take time to change someone's life today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-11T18:34:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 11, 2010 at 8:05pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Wednesday, August 11, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Psalm 39:4 NLT
LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered, and that my life is fleeing away.

"Quote" for the day...
"You won't be here long, so don't get too attached. Ask God to help you see life on earth as he sees it."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...your days are numbered so live life with grace, forgiveness and love!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-08T19:19:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 8, 2010 at 9:09pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Sunday, August 8, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Luke 12:48 NLT
"But people who are not aware that they are doing wrong will be punished only lightly. Much is required from those to whom much is given, and much more is required from those to whom much more is given."

"Quote" for the day...
"Life is a test and a trust, and the more God give you, the more responsible he expects you to be."

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and remember it's your responsibility to love someone today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-07T19:05:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 7, 2010 at 8:54pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Saturday, August 7, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Luke 16:11 NLT
And if you are untrustworthy about worldly wealth, who will trust you with the true riches of heaven?

"Quote" for the day...
"How I manage my money ("worldly wealth") determines how much God can trust me with spiritual blessings ("true riches")."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and take time to change someone's life today!...

"Common Ground"

2010-08-05T16:57:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 5, 2010 at 6:43pm

Subject: "Common Ground"

"Common Ground"
August 2010
By: JoAnn Dalgard

When you find yourself displaced
Unable to stay in my apartment during a renovation project, the inconvenience became a source of inspiration. Temporarily displaced, I found myself taking stock, learning a lot of things are not really needed.
As a self-proclaimed facebook philosopher, I often post comments which I hope will generate thoughtful response. One such was, "After we walk a mile in the other fellow's shoes, perhaps we should also spend a day where he lives?" While I did not walk in my friend's shoes, I did stay where she lives.
Jesus said, "Foxes have their dens and birds of the air have nests but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head." (Luke 9:58)
Now did he mean that literally? Was Jesus "camping out" during his years of ministry?
Not big on "roughing it," I was grateful Delta had given me her spare key so I could stay in her apartment while remodeling took place. Not only did I have a place to lay my head, it was indoors and running water was available.
You can learn something about yourself when you're outside your comfort zone. With grace, you may discern the difference between what is truly needed and that which is merely wanted.
Now that the bathroom is finished, I can move back into my apartment. Some down-sizing is definitely in order.
Get out your Bible and look at Luke 9:59 - Jesus said to another man, "Follow me." Lest you think this is just about "following Jesus," consider; no matter your theology or ideology, the less "baggage" you have to tote, the easier it will be to follow.
Travel light, journey far, go in peace. Shalom.

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-05T16:54:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 5, 2010 at 6:37pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Thursday, August 5, 2010

"Word" for the day...
1 Corinthians 4:2 NCV
Now in this way those who are trusted with something valuable must show they are worthy of that trust.

"Quote" for the day...
"Jesus often referred to life as a trust..."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and be worthy of God's trust today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-04T18:24:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 4, 2010 at 8:13pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Wednesday, August 4, 2010

"Word" for the day...
James 1:12 NLT
God blesses the people who patiently endure testing. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

"Quote" for the day...
"Every time you pass a test, God notices and makes plans to reward you in eternity."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and remember God blesses those who love others...love someone today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-03T18:15:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 3, 2010 at 8:08pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Tuesday, August 3, 2010

"Word" for the day...
1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT
But remember that the temptations that come into your life are no different from what others experience. An God is faithful. He will keep the temptation from becoming so strong that you can't stand up against it. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you will not give in to it."

"Quote" for the day...
"The good news is that God wants you to pass the tests of life, so he never allows the tests you face to be greater than the grace he gives you to handle them."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and remember God is faithful!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-02T19:13:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 2, 2010 at 9:01pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Monday, August 2, 2010

"Word" for the day...
2 Chronicles 32:31 NLT
However, when ambassadors arrived from Babylon to ask about the remarkable events that had taken place in the land, God withdrew from Hezekiah in order to test him and to see what was really in his heart.

"Quote" for the day...
"When you understand that life is a test, you realize that nothing is insignificant in your life. Even the smallest incident has significance for your character development. Every day is an important day, and every second is growth opportunity to deepen your character, to demonstrate love, or to depend on God. Some tests seem overwhelming, while others you don't even notice. But all of them have eternal implications."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live and be significant in someone's life today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-08-01T20:27:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteAugust 1, 2010 at 10:19pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Sunday, August 1, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Romans 12:2 NLT
Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you to do, and you will know how good and pleasing, and perfect his will really is.

"Quote" for the day...
"To fulfill the purposes God made you for, you will have to challenge conventional wisdom and replace it with the biblical metaphors of life."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and change your way of thinking to God's way of thinking!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-31T18:56:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson White

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Saturday, July 31, 2010

"Word" for the day...
James 4:14 NLT
How do you know what will happen tomorrow? For your life is like the morning fog -- it's here a little while, then it's gone.

"Quote" for the day...
"We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are."
~Anais Nin~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and open your eyes & open your heart today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-30T21:36:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 30, 2010 at 9:22pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Friday, July 30, 2010

"Word" for the day...
1 John 2:17 NLT
And this world is fading away, along with everything it craves. But if you do the will of God, you will live forever.

"Quote" for the day...
"There is more to life than just here and now."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and make the will of God your future today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-29T21:37:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 29, 2010 at 10:16pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Thursday, July 29, 2010

"Word" for the day...
2 Corinthians 5:6 NLT
So we are always confident, even though we know that as long as we live in these bodies we are not at home with the Lord.

"Quote" for the day...
"The deeds of this life are the destiny of the next."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and change someone's life today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-27T21:15:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson White ~~The Giver~~

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Tuesday, July 27, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Psalm 33:11 NLT
But the Lord's plans stand firm forever; his intentions can never be shaken.
Ecclesiastes 7:2 NLT
It is better to spend your time at funerals than at festivals. For you are going to die, and you should think about it while there is still time.

"Quote" for the day...
"Only a fool would go through life unprepared for what we all know will eventually happen. You need to think more about eternity, not less."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and take some time today to prepare for your eternity!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-26T20:08:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 26, 2010 at 9:28pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Monday, July 26, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Matthew 25:34 NLT
Then the King will say to those on the right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.'

"Quote" for the day...
"God has given us glimpses of eternity in his Word."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and remember your vision & your value...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-23T18:59:00.001-07:00

"Word" for the day...
2 Corinthians 5:1 NLT
For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down--when we die and leave these bodies--we will have a home in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands.

"Quote" for the day...
"While life on earth offers many choices, eternity offers only two: heaven or hell."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live and chose to love someone today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-23T18:58:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson White July 22 at 8:14pm

"Word" for the day...
Ecclesiastes 3:11 NLT
God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God's work from beginning to end.

"Quote" for the day...
"This life is not all there is. This life is preparation for the next."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and do all of this in preparation for eternity...love someone today!!!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-21T19:36:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 21, 2010 at 8:06pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Isaiah 26:3 NLT
You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose thoughts are fixed on you!

"Quote" for the day...
"Living on purpose is the path to peace."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...do all this on purpose and you will find your path to peace...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-20T20:05:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 20, 2010 at 9:39pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Tuesday, July 20, 2010

"Word" for the day...
John 14:6 NLT
Jesus told him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me."

"Quote" for the day...
"Knowing your purpose prepares you for eternity."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and prepare for eternity!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-19T21:56:00.001-07:00

Dorenda Richardson WhiteJuly 19, 2010 at 5:17pm

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Monday, July 19, 2010

Romans 14:12 NLT
Yes, each of us will have to give a personal account to God.

Quote" for the day...
"You weren't put on earth to be remembered. You were put here to prepare for eternity."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and prepare for your future...

2010-07-19T08:47:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson White~~The Giver~~

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Sunday, July 18, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Romans 14:11 NLT
For the Scriptures say, "As surely as I live', says the Lord, 'every knee will bow to me and every tongue will confess allegiance to God.'"

"Quote" for the day...
"Living to create an earthly legacy is a short-sighted goal. A wiser use of time is to build an eternal legacy."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and make time for your legacy today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-19T08:45:00.001-07:00

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Saturday, July 17, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Romans 14:10 NLT
So why do you condemn another Christian? Why do you look down on another Christian? Remember, each of us will stand personally before the judgment seat of God.

"Quote" for the day...
"Knowing your purpose motivates your life. Purpose produces passion."

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and share your passion with someone today!...

"Word" for the day...

2010-07-16T17:31:00.000-07:00

Dorenda Richardson White~~The Giver~

Subject: "Word" for today...this day...Friday, July 16, 2010

"Word" for the day...
Philippians 3:15-16 NLT
15 I hope all of you who are mature Christians will agree on these things. If you disagree on some point, I believe God will make it plain to you.
16 But we must be sure to obey the truth we have learned already.
~~
Philippians 3:15-16 MSG
15 So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less that total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision--you'll see it yet! Now that we're on the right track, let's stay on it.

"Quote" for the day...
"Never confuse activity with productivity."
~Rick Warren~

"Inspiration" for the day...
...Pause & Pray...Stop & Smile...Give, Forgive & Live...and Live Life Simple...Simply Love!!!...