Matthew 11:28 The Passion Translation

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Matthew 11:28 The Passion Translation  

“Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Come to me. I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis.”

The Lord says: Lift your attention to My love. Fasten yourself to eternity and remain there. Don’t lower your gaze to your situations. Every time the enemy throws a situation in your face that stirs your anxiety, resist him. Choose to lift your attention to My love, My faithfulness, and My goodness. I know you’re trying to stay at peace. I hear your cry for My help; I’ve already given it to you.   Beloved, I’m not only with you, I’m alive inside of you. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, heavy, and stressed, it’s not because you don’t have the ability to shake it off. It’s because you haven’t fully released this problem to Me. You’re not totally trusting Me yet. You know Me. You know My love. You know I’m all powerful. But you’re believing the lie that I won’t come through. You’re believing that weight is too much for you, more than you believe that I will carry the burden for you. I know it’s been a long time of waiting, but you don’t see the whole picture. The days will pass anyway, so instead of spending them in worry, spend them getting to know Me better. Spend them enjoying every ounce of good that the day gives you.

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

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L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Never Give Up

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

We will always have disappointments in this life, but as believers, we need not remain disheartened by our frustration and setbacks! It’s possible—in YESHUA—to experience joy and peace even when our expectations aren’t met. 

When we feel let down, ask FATHER GOD to reveal anything within us that may be part of the problem, for example, an unforgiving spirit. Then confess to Him that we are allowing our emotions to grip us; He knows anyhow! Take the focus off ourselves, and give it all to Him. 

Then, get into the Word and take notice how people in the Bible handled disappointments! 

Then, as we bring to mind His faithfulness in past situations, let’s cry out in thanksgiving and praise!

Psalm 42:5
Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me?

We may hurt for a season, but we should never give up! As MESSIAH FOLLOWERS, we can take refuge in our all-powerful and all-wise loving FATHER. Recall His faithfulness in your times of letdowns, and be assured that this one will be added to your collection!

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

Our new location:

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Comforting Word

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Psalm 23 is where we find today’s Scripture that is so comforting! As busy as our schedules are in this hectic world we live in, let’s take time out to reflect on GOD’S comforting word! GOD causes us to lay down and rest, He refreshes and restores our mind, will, and emotions (which make up our soul)! 

What a wonderful promise. The word “restore “ means to bring back into existence and use or to bring back to an original state; to cause to return or to refresh! 

If you have been hurt and your soul has been wounded, you can claim the promise of restoration. 

Psalm 23:3
He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name sake.

ABBA FATHER has a plan for our restoration. If we will allow Him to do so, He will guide us by His Holy Spirit along the unique way that leads to healing and wholeness and the ability to fulfill the great purposes He has for our lives! 

Abba, we thank you today for the restoration of our soul and life and for leading us in the way that is right for us, in YESHUA’S Name we pray, Amen!

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

Our new location:

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Adjusting

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Our ABBA FATHER desires to be involved in every aspect of our lives. He gives clear direction in His Word so that we can understand what His will is for every circumstance we encounter!

By walking in the center of GOD’S will, we accomplish that which we were created to do.

Inevitably, we also experience life at its best! As imperfect humans, we will not automatically be in GOD’S will,  so we must make an effort to seek His way and live according to biblical precepts.

GOD is immutable! He is not going to change to suit us. That means we must make whatever adjustments are necessary in order to be obedient to His Word!

Colossians 3:1-2
Since you have been raised to new life with MESSIAH, set your sights on the realities of Heaven, where MESSIAH sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of Heaven, not the things of earth.

GOD directs all believers in the way we are to go because He is perfect in all wisdom and knowledge and always knows what is best for us at all times. Only obedient living makes it possible to attain genuine fulfillment!

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

Our new location:

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Misplaced Priorities

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

There is always a penalty for misplaced priorities (Luke12:6-21)! That Scripture reference is about a foolish man who passed away with no opportunity to enjoy his goods, and even worse, he died with a bankrupt soul (missed out on Heaven)!

We as believers must make service for GOD our main concern. Serving the LORD and His Kingdom is the key to setting correct goals. Life is not something that simply happens to people. Where you are today is largely determined by the way you prioritized your concerns in previous months and years.

This means we can positively impact our future by organizing our priorities according to biblical guidelines!

Matt. 6:20
But lay up for yourselves treasures in Heaven, where moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.

Let’s not be like the rich, foolish man in YESHUA’S parable in Luke 12, who only provided for himself and not for others. He also provided for his body (flesh) and not for his spirit! While making provision for his present life here on earth, he gave no thought to his life to come (eternity). 

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

Our new location:

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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