Sewing The Seed a true story

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Psa_126:6  He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.

Recently, I became a member of the Gideons in Washington, North Carolina. This is a group of men and women that pass out the word of God to people around the globe. As a part of this family of believers, I soon discovered how much they devote their time to ensure that others hear the gospel. It thrills my heart to be a part of this wonderful group and help others come to know Christ. Today, I want to share with you a story that shows their love and devotion for our Lord.

The Gideon's knew the country in their sights was a stronghold the enemy would not give up with over 19 million people. Most would not venture into a forbidden land shackled by communism for fear of life, but these brave souls decided one life was worth the risk. To meet the call, this team of Gideons came ready and armed with the gospel from Finland, Germany, Republic of China (Taiwan), and the USA. Their target, Romania.

The team arrived in Bucharest, Romania’s capital, on October 7, 2017. Later that evening they met with 51 other Gideons and Auxiliary for briefing and prayer. A few weeks before their arrival, they learned that the Education Ministry had sent notifications to the schools forbidding the use of any books not approved by the state. With the gantlet laid, they were not willing to give up. Armed with prayer, they forged ahead in an effort that would impede the enemy’s drive.

Each morning the Gideons would gather and bind their souls to God in prayer and divide into small groups in a blitz covering campuses, hospitals, police stations, and hotels. Their prayers and efforts paid off with souls being saved and bibles being distributed. It was a rewarding experience for the group. “Even though we faced strong opposition throughout the week of the blitz, God truly led us on a triumphal procession,” said Doug. “We Rejoice and thank God for those precious souls who prayed to accept Christ as their personal Savior! We praise Him for the 55,228 Scriptures He allowed us to distribute and place.”

Our God is good. Please pray that more of the word of God will reach a lost and dying world.

Parts of this story was from The Gideon April-May2018 pages 26-29.

Louis Edwards

Held Together by God

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Psa_139:14  I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.

 While searching for a material to make plastic gun sights, Dr. Harry Coover had no idea his failed project would later become a popular household and industrial product. This wonder liquid proved to be a lifesaver during the Vietnam War and in the medical field. Its strength was demonstrated in the 1950s by suspending a car in the air by crane with people in it. Today, this product is known as Super Glue.

When God created the first man, Adam, he designed an extracellular matrix that works outside of the cells. This human glue known as Laminin, is used to form sheets and binds cells together allowing them to function properly. Another unique property about this human adhesive is its shape. This solitary molecule when examined under a microscope is shaped like a cross, a subtle reminder of who holds life together.

Even though we face challenges of spiritual decay, political policy, and media mayhem that test out faith and values, we have a Savior that is able to keep us from coming apart. Through His marvelous design, we can see him in the smallest matters.

Louis Edwards 

Safe and Secure

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Ps. 18:2
The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.

   Built over seventy-eight years ago, Fort Knox Gold Depository protects America’s most valuable resource. Being the worlds most secure facility, it required over 17,000 feet of granite, 4,500 yards of concrete, 775 tons of reinforced steel and 700 tons of structural steel with a vault door twenty-one inches thick and weighing twenty tons. The compound has an army consisting of an aviation unit of armed Apache helicopters, one engineer battalion, a brigade, and a division totaling thirty-thousand soldiers. No one enters without the proper credentials.

   There are those who would love to penetrate the walls of Fort Knox and get their hands on the precious metal housed in the facility. The only problem with that is it would require an army and a caravan of vehicles to make it happen. Because of its construction and safeguards, no one has ever attempted that feat since its construction.

   Like Fort Knox, we have a fortress that the enemy can not penetrate. Our building (this body) sits on a solid foundation, fortified by God, and protected by a host around us making it impossible for the enemy to enter. He may attack from every angle, try to gain access through false pretense, and even bombard us; but his attempts are futile. We will overcome through Jesus Christ, the Saviour of our soul. So don’t lose hope, we have something better than Fort Knox.

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“Where does your security lie? Is God your refuge, your hiding place, your stronghold, your shepherd, your counselor, your friend, your redeemer, your Saviour, your guide? If He is, you don’t need to search any further for security.”

Elisabeth Elliot

Louis Edwards

New Book Coming Out in Early 2019

Being a writer is something I enjoy doing. Although I am a mechanic by day, I get to find new adventures at night creating compelling characters that live lives that help others. My first book The Christmas Stocking, was a story about a little boy who want to find a Christmas stocking so he could find his parents. I've sold over two hundred copies with great feed back. Later I will share some of the reviews I received.

My next book Faith Keepers will be coming out in early 2017. I wanted to share the cover with you and ask that you tell me what it says to you. I love feedback from anyone who wants to give it. So please tell me what the cover conveys to you and how it sparks your emotions. I am excited about it and would love to hear from you.

Thanks
Louis Edwards

Get Some Sleep

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Psalm 121:4

Behold, He that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.

   How many of us have spent sleepless nights worrying about things we cannot control? We toss and turn fretting about tomorrow, borrowing from its troubles. It becomes a vicious cycle, tearing us apart, consuming us from the inside out. It robs us of our joy and defeats us from within. If we are not careful it can affect those around us.

   I was told of a man who was facing a crisis he could not control and a friend told him to read Psalm 121:4. Just before going to bed he decided to read the passage and was comforted by his new discovery. When he finished, he knelt by his bed, prayed and concluded with this; “Well, Lord, there’s no need for both of us to stay up all night. Good night Lord, I’m going to sleep while you stay awake.”

   Although it may seem difficult to allow Him to take our worries and go to sleep at night, we have another verse that can help ease the tension. Phil. 4:6-7 says, “Be careful (do not worry) for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your request be made know unto God. And the peace of God (listen to it the peace of God) which passes all understanding shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” So, why not let Jesus take our problems? Who knows, we may even be able to, “Get Some Sleep.”

Louis Edwards

Post-it Note

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Jeramiah 31:3b

Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn thee.

   In 1968, Dr. Spencer Silver, a scientist at 3M in the United States, was attempting to develop a super-strong adhesive. Instead he accidentally created a “low-tack,” reusable, pressure-sensitive adhesive. This misfortune is now a popular piece of paper used around the world to remind us of tasks we need to do, and allows us to express our feelings toward others.

When my wife first discovered the Post-it Note, she used it to remind me of the tasks she had waiting for me. I wondered if  Dr. Silver realized what he created when he made those small sticky pieces of paper. Soon after, my wife started attaching those little sticky pieces of paper in my lunch with little acronyms like, SHMILY See How Much I Love You and many others. She would place them in our children’s lunches, books, and other places to encourage them during the difficult times in their lives.

In our text the Lord reminds us of the love and kindness he has toward us. He helps us by leaving little nuggets of Post-it Notes in His word. He places people in our path to give us a word of encouragement, a listening ear, or an uplifting prayer. Look for a personal Post-it Note from the one who has, loved thee with an everlasting love… and tell Him how much you love Him today.

L. W. Edwards

Ebenezer

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1 Samuel  7:12

Then Samuel took a stone, and set it between Mizpeh and Shen, and called the name of it

Ebenezer, saying, Hitherto hath the LORD helped us.

   Many of us have heard or seen the story, The Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens. Three ghosts visited Ebenezer Scrooge, but only one, the ghost of Christmas future took him to a place that changed his life forever, the graveyard. When they arrived, the apparition pointed to  a headstone marking the spot of the miser's doom. Realizing the fate of his future, Ebenezer changed his life forever.

Like Mr. Scrooge, we can become bitter, indifferent, and cold to the things of life and even to the work of God. We have been hurt, disappointed, used, and unable to let go. Left untreated it can consume us like a cancer, devouring and destroying before we realize what has happened. 

When the author of this classic novel penned the name Ebenezer Scrooge, his message was clear. Help. The name Ebenezer comes from a Hebrew word meaning, the stone of help or the LORD helped us. When life brings us to a point of bitterness and despair, let the Spirit of God guide us to the, Ebenezer or stone of help and allow Him to change our life forever.

The Emmaus Walk

Louis Edwards