.::Thoughts from the mind of Matthew::.

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35943122051457544622012-02-16T01:58:21.831-08:00.::Thoughts from the mind of Matthew::.My thoughts on various thingsMatthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.comBlogger281100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-56482093000319439972009-08-31T16:50:00.000-07:002009-08-31T16:54:27.405-07:00Everything Belongs to God

As I was doing my devotions the other day I read Pslam 24 which talks about the fact that everything belongs to God. Check this:Psalm 24Of David. A psalm. 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; 2 for he founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters. 3 Who may ascend the hill of the LORD ? Who may stand in his holy place?

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-73909140707007902202009-08-22T10:14:00.000-07:002009-08-22T10:32:18.734-07:00Reasons to read Psalms

When you need... to find comfort Psalm 23to meet God intimately Psalm 103to learn a new prayer Psalm 136to learn a new song Psalm 92to learn morre about God Psalm 24to understand yourself more clearly Psalm 8to know how to come to God daily Psalm 5to be forgiven for your sins Psalm 51to

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-43714676584870498762009-08-21T11:20:00.000-07:002009-08-21T11:54:31.321-07:00Psalms

I was doing some study in the Psalms last night and found some information at the beginning of the book that I found interesting and helpful. It talks about the different sections and themes of Psalms. I think its important to know the context of each book in the bible. That helps us get the most out of it. Here is what I found:5 mega themes:Praise - Psalms are songs of praise to God as our

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-42013844172658521742009-08-10T13:26:00.000-07:002009-08-10T13:35:09.913-07:00Renewing our minds

What's it mean to renew our minds daily? I have been thinking about that over the past week or so. I believe is important to be in God's word daily. Actually opening the text and reading it. Take time to study it and apply it to our lives. We often times get busy and put it off. God will bless the time we spend in His word. So today. think about getting into God's word daily and see how it can

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-49818142894196699252009-06-01T21:54:00.001-07:002009-06-01T22:31:14.182-07:00Out of obedience, I begin

For quite some time now I have been studying and processing what God says about His promises to use and the subject of worry. I've felt the nudge to develop some material that I can verbally tell someone or something that they can read regarding the topics I just mentioned. Now, I have never considered myself a writer, but I know that God will bless my obedience. I ask for your prayers as I begin

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-59449884730815265672009-05-28T10:51:00.000-07:002009-05-28T10:59:22.868-07:00I just noticed something

Recently, I have been trying have devotional time 2 times a day, once at the beginning of my day and again before I got to bed. As I was working through my devotional last night I literally stumbled across Jeremiah 29:11. Now, we are all familiar with it and it's an awesome reminder to us. Have you ever noticed verse 12?Jeremiah 29:11 & 12 (NLT)11 For I know the plans I have for you,” says the

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-31240325676477205122009-05-24T15:39:00.000-07:002009-05-24T15:42:16.971-07:00I can trust God

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” I remember memorizing those words in Sunday school growing up. As I have grown over the years I have learned more and more that we can trust God with every aspect of our lives. That’s amazing to think about, yet some people are scared to trust in

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-83140751586735250942009-05-14T10:31:00.000-07:002009-05-14T10:37:31.609-07:00Today is the day

Some words from "Today is the Day" byLincoln Brewster:I`m casting my cares asideI`m leaving my past behindI`m setting my heart and mind on YouJesusI`m reaching my hand to YoursBelieving there`s so much moreKnowing that all You have in store for me is goodIs goodToday is the day You have madeI will rejoice and be glad in itToday is the day You have madeI will rejoice and be glad in itAnd I won`t

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-74605893978793220832009-05-04T18:41:00.001-07:002009-05-06T11:26:50.600-07:00Always with me (and you)

He is always with you and I...As we drive around...God is with usAs we go throughout my day doing this things I need to get done...God is with usWhile we are working...God is with usIn the stillness of the night...God is with usWhen we are grocery shopping....God is with us(just a few examples...)God is always with us no matter what. There may be times in life when we think He's not there, but

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-67923041503545016082009-04-27T12:41:00.000-07:002009-04-27T13:13:02.855-07:00Good Stuff

Jeremiah 29:11-13"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me."That's a pretty powerful verse when you really think about it. God has a plan for our lives. Some people may say that if God says his plans are for "

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-51996819414249750472009-03-29T18:53:00.000-07:002009-03-30T15:20:55.846-07:00Free from fear

Fear. What things come to your mind when you read that word? All around you and I we see people who are in a state of fear. All you really have to do is turn on the TV.Look at this verse...2 Timothy 1:7a"For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity..."I think it's important for us to remember that God does not want us to live in fear.Joshua 1:9 "Do not be terrified; do not be

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-24368530053036462242009-03-17T10:31:00.001-07:002009-03-17T10:31:59.042-07:00comfort

Hebrews 13:5 (New Living Translation)Don’t love money; be satisfied with what you have. For God has said,“I will never fail you.I will never abandon you.That's pretty comforting, do you think?

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-24290308026834098312009-03-13T10:59:00.001-07:002009-03-13T10:59:32.070-07:00Be Thankful

Yes, mom I forgot to shave! lol

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-75003719156016991012009-03-04T11:21:00.001-08:002009-03-04T11:24:05.122-08:00Daily strength

There is no doubt in my mind. God gives me strength each day to get the things done that need to get done. If you need strength to get through your day, pray and ask God for the strength that only comes from Him!On another note, I just found out that Wienerschnitzel has a special on new BIG chili dogs ... 2 for $3.00. What a deal!

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-42772816933777420692009-03-01T18:58:00.001-08:002009-03-01T19:03:45.591-08:00video blogging?

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-49066902208651238432009-02-02T15:59:00.001-08:002009-02-02T15:59:32.980-08:00fact

Did you know that it takes light 8 minutes to travel from the sun to the earth? So when you look at the sun, you’re actually seeing what it looked like 8 minutes ago.

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-43675200269152755652009-01-25T20:31:00.000-08:002009-01-25T20:35:27.586-08:00This year

Because I want to grow closer to God, I commit to:1. A Daily Time with God.2. A Weekly Tithe to God.3. Being Regularity Involved in Fellowship.

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-70768859687138850962009-01-11T23:13:00.000-08:002009-01-11T23:14:06.286-08:00Truth

Joshua 1:9 (New Living Translation) This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-25684015865140387342008-10-26T22:50:00.000-07:002008-10-27T11:59:31.083-07:00Upcoming Election

Obviously the upcoming election has been on everyone's mind lately. Working at a Conservative news talk radio station heaaring hosts like Hugh Hewitt, Dennis Prager, and others talking about how bad things will become if Barrack Obama is elected. There's no doubt in my mind that things will be different if Democrats are elected. Earlier this evening I watched Sean Hanity share is Top 10 Reasons

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-39621581959286839992008-10-12T22:43:00.000-07:002008-10-12T23:14:23.574-07:00encouraging words

Came across this verse today.It's encouraging to read these words, in a world where most people are "gripped with fear".For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.Romans 15:4 (New International Version)

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-62553927562553357492008-08-25T12:17:00.000-07:002008-08-25T12:19:07.217-07:00thank you

Have you ever tried waking up each morning that thanking God for a new day? Every day is a gift from God. I have been recently doing that and it's made an impact in my daily life. This song might help give some more thought....

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-33190622577373405372008-08-24T15:08:00.001-07:002008-08-24T15:09:19.138-07:00truth

Saw this in church this morning. It may make you cringe at the beginning but watch the whole thing and you'll understand it.

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-23493967360164146272008-07-22T22:46:00.000-07:002008-07-22T22:49:58.466-07:00Every Time

Sorry for not posting on this blog very often. Seems like I have been busy. I'll try to post more often. I find it hard to type out my thoughts on things.I found this song online from a artist we play on the FISH. Some may say that all I post here are songs lyrics. I say to them "oh , well". I enjoy music. Get over it.The song is called "Every Time" by Caleb Rowden.It falls apart right in front

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-4766284732958475392008-06-11T08:54:00.000-07:002008-06-11T09:03:12.573-07:00worry

Some of you may of heard me talk about "worry" in the past. It's been on my mind alot lately and I thought I would write about.Look, we all have things to worry about in this world we live in....gas prices, economy, elections, etc... It's tough not to worry. For me personally it's tough because recently I have been seeing my hours cut at work. I do pray that revenue will come in at work and that

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-58579148109102249222008-05-11T12:25:00.000-07:002008-05-11T12:31:07.825-07:00wow

We talked about this verse today in church today and I thought I would write about it....Romans 12:1 (The Message)So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him. Don't become so well-adjusted

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-33181819776766714732008-04-22T08:46:00.000-07:002008-04-22T08:48:53.584-07:00good reminder

Those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. Isaiah 40:31

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-30509312714792992432008-04-20T22:15:00.000-07:002008-04-20T22:29:10.591-07:00read it...you'll learn something

As some of you know, I have been attending Bayside church down here in Sac. The pastor has been preaching a series in Philippians which I am finding very interesting. The book of Philippians is very interesting. I was looking through it earlier and came across some verses that I thought I would share. Look here: "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need,

Matthew Iveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04361065984194899597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3594312205145754462.post-71015730227938982802008-03-17T21:14:00.000-07:002008-03-29T23:15:38.927-07:00God is good!

To be completely honest with you, I feel bad for people who who don't know God and don't have a relationship with Him. I know lots of people who are just like that. Some of them may or may not read this blog. I post what's on my mind on this blog. I believe that just because you are in a relationship with God that doesn't necessarily mean life will be "peachy" all the time. I certainly have found

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