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What Are You Really Worth?
10/28/2006 3:09 pmLast Read: |
After reading some of Bruce's posts I thought about some of the wonderful things I have garnered from various books that I have read over the years. The following comes from the book "The Secret Of Loving" by Josh McDowell. It speaks to me a great deal because of some of the circumstances in my life. It is my hope that it will speak to some of you as well. What Are You Really Worth? Have you ever said, "I really don't count. I could disappear and no one would notice or care"? Most people think those thoughts at one time or another. Yet the Bible reveals that God looks at us quite differently. In the Bible, God tells you that He sees you as very special because God created you in His image. Right at the start of the Old Testament, Genesis 1, we read that God said, "Let Us make man in Our image." So He did it. This accounts for our ability to love, to exercise our will, to choose and make moral decisions. Most of us have not really stopped to think about how special that is. Suppose you went outside and stood next to a tree. You could say that in many ways you are equal in value to the tree, since both you and the tree were specially created by God. But there is one critical difference -- God created you in His image. God did not give HIs image to any other part of His creation. You are special also because you are of great value and worth to God. In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul said that we have been purchased with a great price. The value or worth of an object is usually determined by the price one is willing to pay to purchase or redeem it. It couldn't be more true for you and me. When someone asks what I am worth, I can factually say that I am worth the price God paid for me, which was "Jesus." Before I became a Christian, this realization really humbled me. If I had been the only person alive, Jesus Christ still would have died for me. He would have died for you if you had been the only one who needed it. A young lady in Dallas, Texas, said, "Josh, I believe that's true. But that means that I would have been the only one there to drive the spikes through His hands to crucify Him." Without question you are special and of great value. In Matthew 6:26 Jesus emphasized this. His followers were having a problem. They were concerned with what they should wear, what they were going to eat and drink, and where they were going to sleep. And Jesus selected the birds to illustrate His point. He explained that birds don't reap; they don't gather into barns. He said, "Your heavenly Father feeds them." Have you ever seen a sparrow starve? Then Jesus drove the obvious point home; "Are you not worth much more than they?" I am amazed at how many people seem to think they are not worth even the value of a sparrow. God has made you of great value. And the real basis for a healthy self-image is to understand and accept the value God has placed on you. As you ponder this truth, be careful to recognize that it is not because of any merit on your part. Your value and worth is based not upon what you have done, but upon who Jesus is and what He has done for you. Christ's loving actions on your behalf have demonstrated and documented forever the great value you have to God. Josh McDowell, "The Secret Of Loving: How a lasting intimate relationship can be yours." (Wheaton, Illinois, Living Books,Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., July 1987) 35-37 Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand 
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10/28/2006 4:41 pm |
What a wonderful post!! Several years ago God gave me a little gift that keeps on giving... I've oft been plagued by those doubts... days might go by and my phone doesn't ring... and you start to wonder, whenever I start to feel myself getting pulled in, I remember this little gift.. and it helps when I remember to share this gift with others... [post 10520] Hugs, Sue
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10/28/2006 7:11 pm |
Awesome  thankscheck out Think About It.... also
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10/28/2006 7:13 pm |
What a wonderful post!! Several years ago God gave me a little gift that keeps on giving... I've oft been plagued by those doubts... days might go by and my phone doesn't ring... and you start to wonder, whenever I start to feel myself getting pulled in, I remember this little gift.. and it helps when I remember to share this gift with others... [post 10520] Hugs, Sue But God in His infinite wisdom and mercy has given me you, and Lonnie, Marilyn, Eli, Rebecca, Kristina, Sherri, Pete, Bruce, Duncan, Rod, Rhonda, my, it would take a week just to name you all. For there have been ones like you throughout my life, and I praise Him for each and every one of you. For you are each very special gifts to me as well, and I love you all so very much. Thank you for sharing this with us all here. And thank you most of all for being who you are in our Lord. Love ya, Cecilia Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/28/2006 7:29 pm |
Awesome thankscheck out Think About It.... also Most have come here to find love, and find it they will if they truly seek it, but it may not be the love that they thought they would find. Instead they will find one far greater, The Love Of God!!!! And He has done even more than placing our picture on His fridge or in His wallet. He has carved us into the palm of His hand. Isaiah 49:16 Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me. Thank you for hearing His voice and doing His will. Thank you for being my brother in Him and for sharing the wisdom that He has revealed to you. You are loved. Cecilia Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/28/2006 8:32 pm |
wow...this is what my minister at church today spoke on..you must have been there in spirit if not in body
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10/28/2006 9:26 pm |
Just thinkin... Have you heard the song 'I Will Change Your Name' it's one of my faves I will change your name you shall no longer be called wouunded, ouutcast, lonely or afraid I will change you name your new na-ame shall be Confidence, Joyfulness, Overcoming One, Faithfulness, Frie-end of God, one who see-eks my face... I SO see that in you Cecelia, God shines in you like a light sooooo bright! I just finished reading your testimony, and am simply  overwhelmed, for lack of a better term. God surely carried you, through sooo many years of heartache. What a gift YOU are!!! I agree with Kristina, your book would be such an encouragement to soooo many in a dark place. There's a rather fun song I wrote earlier this year, I thought of you when I read your ... oh, I think it was called 'Were You My Daddy' [post 11967] Enjoy! Love & Hugs, Sue
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10/28/2006 10:04 pm |
wow...this is what my minister at church today spoke on..you must have been there in spirit if not in body Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/28/2006 10:20 pm |
Just thinkin... Have you heard the song 'I Will Change Your Name' it's one of my faves I will change your name you shall no longer be called wouunded, ouutcast, lonely or afraid I will change you name your new na-ame shall be Confidence, Joyfulness, Overcoming One, Faithfulness, Frie-end of God, one who see-eks my face... I SO see that in you Cecelia, God shines in you like a light sooooo bright! I just finished reading your testimony, and am simply overwhelmed, for lack of a better term. God surely carried you, through sooo many years of heartache. What a gift YOU are!!! I agree with Kristina, your book would be such an encouragement to soooo many in a dark place. There's a rather fun song I wrote earlier this year, I thought of you when I read your ... oh, I think it was called 'Were You My Daddy' [post 11967] Enjoy! Love & Hugs, Sue Man, I am getting chill bumps from all the confirmation of things that I am receiving from the Lord lately. Seems like so many here are getting the same types of things concerning who we are in Him. The Holy Spirit moving so mightily, bringing all these good words, whether they be songs or quotes from books, to everyone's remembrance. And yes, Sue, your song reminds me a lot of my poem. Cause I do believe that He was there and responsible for my not remembering everything. I feel in my heart that He took me away so that my mind would not be totally broken and that, though a broken vessel, I could still be repaired and made a vessel of honor for Him. Which reminds me of a song we used to sing in my old church. A vessel of honor for God, A vessel of honor for God, Sanctified holy - so I might be, A vessel of honor for God Purge me, cleanse me, Wash me 'till holy, Chastise my thoughts, Till they're pure. Make me devout in my worship of You; And hallow my reverence of You. Make me your vessel of honor - Oh God, Your vessel of honor - Oh God. Sanctified holy - so I might be, Your vessel of honor my God. Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 1:27 am |
WE ALL HAVE A VERY SPECIAL COONECTION HERE, IT DOES NOT MATTER WHERE IN THE WORLD WE LIVE, THE COLOUR OF OUR HAIR (BLOND!), THANK GOD FOR JESUS God bless, David "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."John 3.16
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10/29/2006 1:49 am |
WE ALL HAVE A VERY SPECIAL COONECTION HERE, IT DOES NOT MATTER WHERE IN THE WORLD WE LIVE, THE COLOUR OF OUR HAIR (BLOND!), THANK GOD FOR JESUS Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 10:36 am |
You are special also because you are of great value and worth to God. In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul said that we have been purchased with a great price. The value or worth of an object is usually determined by the price one is willing to pay to purchase or redeem it. It couldn't be more true for you and me. When someone asks what I am worth, I can factually say that I am worth the price God paid for me, which was "Jesus."...........oh i like that! ...thanks for making me feel rich today!
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10/29/2006 11:17 am |
You are special also because you are of great value and worth to God. In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul said that we have been purchased with a great price. The value or worth of an object is usually determined by the price one is willing to pay to purchase or redeem it. It couldn't be more true for you and me. When someone asks what I am worth, I can factually say that I am worth the price God paid for me, which was "Jesus."...........oh i like that! ...thanks for making me feel rich today!Love ya! Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 1:09 pm |
What a beautiful message that song contains. And it goes right along with Bruce's name post as well. Man, I am getting chill bumps from all the confirmation of things that I am receiving from the Lord lately. Seems like so many here are getting the same types of things concerning who we are in Him. The Holy Spirit moving so mightily, bringing all these good words, whether they be songs or quotes from books, to everyone's remembrance. And yes, Sue, your song reminds me a lot of my poem. Cause I do believe that He was there and responsible for my not remembering everything. I feel in my heart that He took me away so that my mind would not be totally broken and that, though a broken vessel, I could still be repaired and made a vessel of honor for Him. Which reminds me of a song we used to sing in my old church. A vessel of honor for God, A vessel of honor for God, Sanctified holy - so I might be, A vessel of honor for God Purge me, cleanse me, Wash me 'till holy, Chastise my thoughts, Till they're pure. Make me devout in my worship of You; And hallow my reverence of You. Make me your vessel of honor - Oh God, Your vessel of honor - Oh God. Sanctified holy - so I might be, Your vessel of honor my God. Love & Hugs, Sue
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10/29/2006 3:31 pm |
ahhhh sista you rock  your depth shines through so much...i just read you on bruce's blog as well and wanted to hug you. we just did a women's conference this weekend...the theme was 'who we are IN Him'...and key verses had to do with seeking His face...and getting a new name from Him.  THE SONG OF DIVINE INVITATION
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10/29/2006 5:22 pm |
ahhhh sista you rock your depth shines through so much...i just read you on bruce's blog as well and wanted to hug you. we just did a women's conference this weekend...the theme was 'who we are IN Him'...and key verses had to do with seeking His face...and getting a new name from Him. FILL UP, my brothers and sisters, Fill Up with this wonderful outflowing of the Holy Spirit!!!!! Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 6:16 pm |
true!! We are blessed to have this blog site to share our stories and His love for us
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10/29/2006 6:27 pm |
We are his treasure chest full of precious jewels! You are a very beautiful gem, and I love you, Cecilia! Romans 14 verse 5 One person regards one day holier than other days, and another regards them all alike. 3 Each must be fully convinced in his own mind.
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10/29/2006 7:02 pm |
true!! We are blessed to have this blog site to share our stories and His love for us Love ya! Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 7:06 pm |
We are his treasure chest full of precious jewels! You are a very beautiful gem, and I love you, Cecilia! Love ya! Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/29/2006 8:06 pm |
Hi redbird...wow so many great links and so much to give God thanks for...thanks for a wonderful post...our worth indeed is in the Lord Jesus Christ...we are bought at a price ...it cost Him His life to redeem us...that is our worth...amazing awesome God...Praise Him!! Man can make many plans...BUT it is the Lord who will direct his paths....
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10/30/2006 1:05 am |
Hi redbird...wow so many great links and so much to give God thanks for...thanks for a wonderful post...our worth indeed is in the Lord Jesus Christ...we are bought at a price ...it cost Him His life to redeem us...that is our worth...amazing awesome God...Praise Him!! Love ya, Cecilia Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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10/30/2006 9:51 am |
What I was thinking when i wrote tossings. Blessings. Abba's love frees me, and gives me worth.
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10/30/2006 3:42 pm |
What I was thinking when i wrote tossings. Blessings. Abba's love frees me, and gives me worth.Ephesians 6:13 . . .and having done all, to stand
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