ONE THING TO NEVER FORGET

Your presence, is a present to the world. You're unique and one of a kind. Your life can be, what you want it to be. Take the days, just one at a time.
Count your blessings, not your troubles. You'll make it through, whatever comes along. Within you, are so many answers. Understand, have courage, be strong.
Don't put limits on yourself. So many dreams, are waiting to be realized. Decisions are too important, to leave to chance. Reach for your peak, your goal and your prize.
Nothing wastes more energy, than worrying. The longer one carries a problem, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously. Live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets.
Remember, that a little love goes a long way. Remember, that a lot of love goes forever. Remember, that friendship is a wise investment. Life's treasures, are people... together.
Realize, that it's never too late. Do ordinary things, in a extraordinary way. Have health, hope and happiness. Take the time, to wish upon a star.
And don't ever forget.... For even a day.... How very special you are.

for Mobile Users

Do not’s for Mobile Users Do not give your mobile phone numbers while chatting over the internet to avoid stalking. And do not lend it either. Do not use or buy a used SIM card. Make sure your SIM card is bought and registered under your name with your permanent address, Do not lend your mobile phone, and try to password protect the phone if the facility is available in the handset. Do not use the mobile for obscene/pornographic images, videos or SMS and MMS. Do not assume that any crime done with your mobile is undetectable. Take care when using your phone in public places – do not flash it around Avoid leaving your phone unattended - treat it like you would treat your wallet or purse Make a note of the mobile's serial number - you can find it by typing *#06# on your phone. The serial number can help to track the mobile if it's ever stolen / lost. Call the service provider immediately, in case your mobile phone is stolen. They will block use of the stolen SIM card in their network. Report it to the police as soon as the crime occurs. Cell Phone Etiquettes There are certain things people just shouldn't do with cell phones. Do not talk on your cell phone while driving. Do not talk on your cell phone in classrooms. (You’re disturbing others too!) Turn your cell phone to silent/vibrate mode in Places of Worship, Funerals, Job Interviews, Banks and places where you are requested to do so. Turn off your cell phone in flights. Turn off the cell phones, where there is any kind of such direction from the authorities. Do not take photos / videos using cell phones without consent of others. Do not send, transfer or store pornographic contents using cell phones. Turn your cell phone off when you are at the movies or at least don't check the messages – people around you will be disturbed by the screen light up. Never take a personal mobile call during a business meeting. This includes interviews and meetings with co-workers or subordinates. Maintain at least a 10-foot zone from anyone while talking. Never talk in elevators, libraries, museums, restaurants, cemeteries, theaters, dentist or doctor waiting rooms, places of worship, auditoriums or other enclosed public spaces, such as hospital emergency rooms or buses. And don't have any emotional conversations in public, ever. Don't use loud and annoying ring tones that destroy concentration and eardrums. Never "multi-task" by making calls while shopping, banking, waiting in line or conducting other personal business. Help the Law Enforcement Agencies to serve you better.

A Day to Remember

"These stones shall be for a memorial to the children of Israel forever."

When the children of Israel crossed into the Promised Land, Joshua met with representatives from each tribe. Each of them was told to "take up a stone on his shoulder, according to the number of the tribes of the children of Israel" (v. 5). Then they were to take these stones and form a memorial.

      Why was this important? Joshua said that the purpose was simple: It was to be a powerful reminder of their past.

      Joshua knew that future generations would not know the story of their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. They would not understand the risks that had been taken or the trials they had faced. They would not know the mistakes they forefathers made or the miraculous ways God directed and blessed them.

      For these future generations, it would be easy to take God's blessings for granted. But this memorial would serve as "a sign among you" and stimulate questions. People would ask, "What do these stones mean?" (v. 6) The memorial would provide an opportunity to tell the story in detail, again and again.

      This is why we have memorials in our lives. They remind us to pause to ask questions and think about our past. What sacrifices have others made so that we might have life and liberty? What do we owe to those in past generations? Are we taking these blessings for granted? Have we shown proper appreciation and gratitude? Are there things we don't know about our heritage? Our faith? The history of our spiritual freedoms?

      Today, pause and ask God to help you think about your past, your heritage, the sacrifices others have made, and all that previous generations have done for you. As God gives you the opportunity, show your thanks and appreciation. Take time to be grateful to God for all He has done.

Positive Thoughts.

Steps To Happiness

All of us want to be happy. However, we do not know how to achieve the same. To be happy is very simple. There are many simple routes to happiness. Read the following quotation and re-read each caption and paragraph and assimilate and meditate on the same throughout the day:

Everybody Knows:
You can't be all things to all people.
You can't do all things at once.
You can't do all things equally well.
You can't do all things better than everyone else.
Your humanity is showing just like everyone else's.

So:
You have to find out who you are, and be that.
You have to decide what comes first, and do that.
You have to discover your strengths, and use them.
You have to learn not to compete with others,
Because no one else is in the contest of *being you*.

Then:
You will have learned to accept your own uniqueness.
You will have learned to set priorities and make decisions. You will have learned to live with your limitations.
You will have learned to give yourself the respect that is due. And you'll be a most vital mortal.

Dare To Believe:

That you are a wonderful, unique person.
That you are a once-in-all-history event.
That it's more than a right, it's your duty, to be who you are. That life is not a problem to solve, but a gift to cherish.
And you'll be able to stay one up on what used to get you down.

8 important manners you should teach your little ones

8 important manners you should teach your little ones

We all want to raise our little ones to be polite and well behaved,
and learning those lessons starts at home.
It's never too early to teach your little ones basic manners!

Here are eight of the most important manners you should try to teach your little ones
before they go to school. They won't remember them all, or get them right every time,
but patience and perseverance should get you through:

1. Always say please and thank you. 

Whether they're activities as small as giving your little one a snack,
or them asking if they can play in the garden, always reinforce the
importance of saying please and thank you.
No matter how young your children are, you can't start enforcing this rule too early!

2. Table manners

When your tiny tots are just learning to eat at the table,
start teaching them the manners you'd like them to have for the
rest of their lives!
Rules like not eating with their mouths open, or not putting their
elbows on the table,are good life lessons for your children to learn as soon as possible.

3. Play dates

When you're little ones go on play dates, or to birthday parties, remind them to
thank their friends parents for having them over. If you aren't going to be
attending the play date or event with your little one, ensure your little ones know
they should treat their friends parents (and all grown-ups)
with the same respect they treat you.

4. Birthday party etiquette

It's often said that kids go wild at birthday parties - all the sweet snacks and fun
can make little ones get excited, and sometimes forget their manners.
But no matter how excited your little one is on their birthday, there are some manners
they shouldn't forget: to open their presents thoughtfully (not ripping off the paper,or tossing the present to one side as soon as they've seen it)
and to say thank you for every gift, and to every attendee.

5. Mind the language

There will come a moment every parent dreads: the moment your little one swears.
And then finds it funny! The worst thing you can do in this scenario is laugh.
Let them know that you already know that word, you think it's unpleasant, not funny,
and ask your little one not to use it again!

6. Don't be meanKids tease each other, and they find it funny. But this can sometimes go a step too far and lead to bullying.
Make sure your little ones don't call others mean names, and don't make fun of anyone for any reason. Ganging up on someone else is cruel, not clever.

7. Excuse me!Once your little ones have mastered saying please and thank you,
teach them to say excuse me. It's the polite thing to say when you have to
interrupt someone, or bump into somebody.

8. TMI!
There are some things that are too much information,
and that your little ones shouldn't talk about in public!
These include genitals, poo, nose picking, and all the other gory things
that amuse kids!

Information from halleluyahouse child care center

DEATH AND ETERNAL LIFE

THE CLIFF HANGER

 

                   A man named Jack was walking along a steep cliff one day when he accidentally got too close to the edge and fell. On the way down he grabbed a branch, which temporarily stopped his fall. He looked down and, to his horror, saw that the canyon fell straight down for more than a thousand feet. He couldn't hang onto the branch forever, and there was no way for him to climb up the steep wall of the cliff.

 

So Jack began yelling for help, hoping that someone passing by would hear him and lower a rope or something. HELP! HELP! Is anyone up there? "HELP!" He yelled for a long time, but no one heard him. He was about to give up when he heard a voice.

 

"Jack, Jack. Can you hear me?"

 

"Yes, yes! I can hear you. I'm down here!"

 

"I can see you, Jack. Are you all right?"

 

"Yes, but who are you, and where are you?

 

"I am the Lord, Jack. I'm everywhere."

 

"The Lord? You mean, GOD?"

 

"That's Me."

 

"God, please help me! I promise if, you'll get me down from here, I'll stop sinning.  I'll be a really good person.  I'll serve You for the rest of my life."

 

Easy on the promises, Jack. Let's get you off from there; then we can talk." "Now, here's what I want you to do. Listen carefully."

 

"I'll do anything, Lord. Just tell me what to do."

 

"Okay. Let go of the branch."

 

"What?"

 

"I said, let go of the branch." Just trust Me.  Let go."

 

There was a long silence.  Finally Jack yelled, "HELP! HELP! IS ANYONE ELSE UP THERE?"

 

Have you ever felt like Jack? We say that we want to know the will of God, but when we find out what it is, we can't handle it.  Sounds too scary--too difficult. We decide to look elsewhere. When He says, "Let go of the things that stand between you and Me, and trust Me with your life," it sounds pretty scary.  But when we let go, we find freedom and safety in His hands."

 

Thank you.  Have a Blessed Day . . . and remember that Jesus Loves You and so do I--and there is absolutely nothing you can do about it, except to pass it on . . .  and GOD BLESS YOU!

 

"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him."  (1 Corinthians 2:9)

A Woman's Gift

"Truly I say to you, wherever this gospel is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be spoken of in memory of her."

                                       The disciples were angry and confused. They watched as a woman poured very precious ointment on the head of Jesus. To them, this was extremely wasteful. They thought, "This ointment might have been sold for much, and given to the poor" (v. 9 NLT). Yet Jesus didn't seem upset. In fact, He had an entirely different perspective on what this woman had done.

In Jesus' sight, she had done "a good work" (v. 10). While the disciples seemed to be concerned with the poor, He reminded them that the poor would always be with them. In contrast, He would be with them for only a short time. In addition, her act was preparing His body for burial.

                  The actions of this woman proved to be the final straw for Judas. After hearing Jesus' remark, he went to the chief priests to betray Him. He had not understood the principles Jesus tried to teach. More interested in his own agenda and his own understanding, he was unwilling to place Jesus first.

                            For those who have ears to hear, this woman is still remembered. Her gift showed how much she loved Jesus. It was a gift that cost her something, and it was precious in His sight.

                  There are many things we can do with the money and resources we've been given. But ultimately, the most important things in our lives are the things we do for the Kingdom of God. For Jesus!

                             Today, you have an opportunity to demonstrate your love for Jesus with what you do with your time, talent, and treasure. What memorials are you leaving to reflect your love for Him? How will He remember you for what you do with your resources? 

                             Offer yourself wholeheartedly to Him, and seek first His Kingdom. Make your life a blessing!

TEN LITTLE CHRISTIANS

Ten little Christians standing in a line, One disliked the pastor, then there were nine. Nine little Christians stayed up very late, One slept in on Sunday, then there were eight.
Eight little Christians on their way to heaven, One took the low road, then there were seven. Seven little Christians chirping like chicks, One disliked the music, then there were six.

Six little Christians seemed very much alive, But one lost his interest, then there were five. Five little Christians pulling for Heaven's shore, But one stopped to rest, then there were four. Four little Christians, each busy as a bee, One got her feelings hurt, then there were three. Three little Christians knew what to do, One joined the sports crowd, then there were two.
Two little Christians, our rhyme is nearly done, Differed with each other, then there was one. One little Christian can't do much 'tis true; Brought his friend to Bible study, then there were two.
Two earnest Christians, each won one more, That doubled their number, then there were four. Four sincere Christians worked early and late, Each won another, then there were eight.
Eight little Christians, if they doubled as before, In just a few short weeks, we'd have 1,024. In this little jingle, there's a lesson true, You belong to the building, or the wrecking crew.

SHEPHERD AND SHEEP

                         "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me." John 10:27 

             In his book about Israel and the Promised Land, Dr. Gary M. Burge tells the story of a ten-year-old shepherd, whose family had only 12 sheep. As part of a military action, their sheep had been gathered into a pen with other sheep from their village.
      The boy's mother begged the soldiers to let her have her original sheep back, but this did not seem possible. How could her 12 be identified among so many hundreds?
      Then her son began playing a simple tune on his flute. All of the sheep heard the sound. But as soon as the boy started to walk away, his family's 12 sheep (and only their 12 sheep) followed him. Dr. Burge concludes, "This boy was a good shepherd. He knew his sheep, and his sheep knew him."
      This story demonstrates the connection between a good shepherd and his sheep. This is exactly the connection Jesus described for His followers. He described Himself as "the good shepherd" (v. 11), a Shepherd so concerned about His sheep that He would give up His life for them.
      Jesus explained that He knows His sheep, and they know Him. He is their "door," providing the way to safety and salvation. All around them, "thieves and robbers" (v. 8) try to deceive the sheep. They come "only to steal and kill and destroy," but Jesus "came that they may have life, and have it abundantly" (v. 10).
      This is the kind of relationship Jesus wants to have with each of us. He already gave His life for us. Now we must choose: We can follow the "thieves and robbers" in the world, wandering in our own direction, or we can surrender to the care of the Good Shepherd.
      Today, seek to develop a more intimate relationship with Jesus. You can trust Him to provide for you, protect you, and guide you. He is your Shepherd.

TOP TEN REASONS TO BELIEVE IN THE CHRISTIAN FAITH

TOP TEN REASONS TO BELIEVE IN THE CHRISTIAN FAITH 1. The Credibility of Its Founder: Peter spoke for Jesus' closest followers when he said, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We believe and know that You are the Holy One of God." (John 6:68-69) 2. Reliability of Its Book: The integrity of this historical and geographical record is supported by archeology. The Bible continues to speak not only with spiritual power but with convincing prophetic accuracy. 3. Explanations for Life: It is the Christian faith that reflects a caring attention to detail so evident in the species and ecosystems of the natural world. It is Christ who clothed himself in our humanity to feel what we feel and then to suffer and die in our place. 4. Its Continuity with the Past: The Christian faith offers continuity with our deepest ancestral roots. Those who trust Christ are accepting the same Creator and Lord worshiped by Adam, Abraham, and Solomon. 5. Its Foundational Claim: The first Christians were witnesses. They risked their lives to tell the World that with their own eyes they had seen an innocent man die and then miraculously walk among them 3 days later. 6. Its Power to Change Lives: Not only were the first disciples dramatically changed but so were their worst enemies. Paul was transformed from a killer of Christians into one of their chief advocates (Galatians 1:11-24) 7. Its Analysis of Human Nature: The Bible says that society's real problems are problems of the heart. In an age of information and technology, failures of character have scandalized institutions of the family, religion, and the arts. 8. Its View of Human Achievement: Generation after generation has hoped for the best. We have conceived technologies that will deliver us from the oppressive slavery of work. Yet we are as close as ever to what the New Testament describes as the end times. (Matthew 24:5-31) 9. Its Impact on Society: From roof tops to necklaces to earrings, we see the sign of the cross, bearing visible witness to Christ's death. Social relief agencies have been fueled by the direct or residual values of The Bible. 10. Its Offer of Salvation: No other faith offers everlasting life as a gift to those who trust the One who has overcome death for them. No other system offers assurance of forgiveness and adoption into the family of God.

GOD ALWAYS ANSWER PRAYER

If the Lord has you on hold... hold on!
If the Lord has said "NO" to you... thank Him!
If the Lords is molding your heart and mind... go with His change!
If the Lord opens doors that you have asked Him to open... Praise Him!
Be blessed wherever you are in your life today!  God has His hands on the situation!

YOU SAY GOD SAYS BIBLE VERSES You say: "It's impossible" God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27) You say: "I'm too tired" God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30) You say: "Nobody really loves me" God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 3:34 ) You say: "I can't go on" God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15) You say: "I can't figure things out" God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6) You say: "I can't do it" God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13) You say: "I'm not able" God says: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8) You say: "It's not worth it" God says: It will be worth it (Roman 8:28 ) You say: "I can't forgive myself" God says: I Forgive you (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1) You say: "I can't manage" God says: I will supply all your needs (Philippians 4:19) You say: "I'm afraid" God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear (II Timothy 1:7) You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated" God says: Cast all your cares on ME (I Peter 5:7) You say: "I'm not smart enough" God says: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30) You say: "I feel all alone" God says: I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5) BRO; JUSTIN SUNIL MON  HALLELUYA HOUSE, HALLELUYA STREET. UDIYANKULANGARA .AMARAVILA (P.O) . TRIVANDRUM (DIST) .KERALA (STATE). INDIA -695122.  jusinsunilmon@gmail.com http://halleluyahouse.blogspot.com/ Believe God is there just for you...  YOU NEVER KNOW WHO MAY BE IN NEED

THE SEED

THE Seed

A successful business man was growing old and
knew it was time to choose a successor to take over the business.

Instead of choosing one of his Directors or his children,
he decided to do something different. He called all the young executives in his company together.

He said, "It is time for me to step down and choose the next CEO. I have decided to choose one of you.

"The young executives were Shocked, but the boss continued. "I am going to give each one of you a SEED today - one very special SEED.

I want you to plant the seed, water it, and come back here one year from today with what you have grown from the seed I have given you.

I will then judge the plants that you bring, and the one I choose will be the next CEO."

One man, named Jim, was there that day and he, like the others, received a seed. He went home and excitedly, told his wife the story. She helped him get a pot, soil and compost and he planted the seed.

Every day, he would water it and watch to see if it had
grown. After about three weeks, some of the other executives began to talk about their seeds and the plants that were beginning to grow.

Jim kept checking his seed, but nothing ever grew.
Three weeks, four weeks, five weeks went by, still nothing.
By now, others were talking about their plants, but Jim didn't have a plant and he felt like a failure.

Six months went by -- still nothing in Jim's pot. He just knew he had killed his seed. Everyone else had trees and tall plants, but he had nothing. Jim didn't say anything to his colleagues, however... He just kept watering and fertilizing the soil - He so wanted the seed to grow.

A year finally went by and all the young executives of the company brought their plants to the CEO for inspection.
Jim told his wife that he wasn't going to take an empty pot.
But she asked him to be honest about what happened. Jim felt sick to his stomach, it was going to be the most embarrassing moment of his life, but he knew his wife was right.

He took his empty pot to the board room. When Jim arrived, he was amazed at the variety of plants grown by the other executives. They were beautiful -- in all shapes and sizes.

Jim put his empty pot on the floor and
many of his colleagues laughed, a few felt sorry for him!

When the CEO arrived, he surveyed the room and greeted his young executives.

Jim just tried to hide in the back. "My, what great plants, trees, and flowers you have grown," said the CEO. "Today one of you will be appointed the next CEO!"

All of a sudden, the CEO spotted Jim at the back of the room with his empty pot. He ordered the Financial Director to bring him to the front.

Jim was terrified. He thought, "The CEO knows I'm a
failure! Maybe he will have me fired!"

When Jim got to the front, the CEO asked him what had happened to his seed - Jim told him the story.

The CEO asked everyone to sit down except Jim. He looked at Jim, and then announced to the young executives, "Behold your next Chief Executive Officer! His name is Jim!"

Jim couldn't believe it. Jim couldn't even grow his seed.

"How could he be the new CEO?" the others said.

Then the CEO said, "One year ago today, I gave everyone in this room a seed. I told you to take the seed, plant it, water it, and bring it back to me today. But I gave you all boiled seeds; they were dead - it was not possible for them to grow.

All of you, except Jim, have brought me trees and plants and flowers. When you found that the seed would not grow, you substituted another seed for the one I gave you.

Jim was the only one with the courage and honesty to bring me a pot with my seed in it. Therefore, he is the one who will be the new Chief Executive Officer!"

* If you plant honesty, you will reap trust

* If you plant goodness, you will reap friends

* If you plant humility, you will reap greatness

* If you plant perseverance, you will reap contentment

* If you plant consideration, you will reap perspective

* If you plant hard work, you will reap success

* If you plant forgiveness, you will reap reconciliation

* If you plant faith in God , you will reap a harvest

So, be careful what you plant now;
it will determine what you will reap later..
"Whatever You Give To Life, Life Gives You Back"

GOD KNOWS

GOD KNOWS

* When you are tired and discouraged from fruitless efforts...
* God knows how hard you have tried.

* When you've cried so long and your heart is in anguish...
* God has counted your tears.

* If you feel that your life is on hold and time has passed you by...
* God is waiting with you.

* When you're lonely and your friends are too busy even for a phone call...
* God is by your side.

* When you think you've tried everything and don't know where to turn...
* God has a solution.

* When nothing makes sense and you are confused or frustrated...
* God has the answer.

* If suddenly your outlook is brighter and you find traces of hope...
* God has whispered to you.

* When things are going well and you have much to be thankful for...
* God has blessed you.

* When something joyful happens and you are filled with awe...
* God has smiled upon you.

* When you have a purpose to fulfill and a dream to follow...
* God has opened your eyes and called you by name.

* Remember that wherever you are or whatever you are facing...
* GOD KNOWS!!!

GODS OWN CONTRY