DEMENTIA GOD HAS A CURE

This story really touches my heart. Despite this daughter's handwork with her dementia mother, she stood by her side.  She is full of compassion toward her mom and I know there is a crown awaiting her in heaven. She could have abandon her as other children did, but she did not; hold on in there moving her mom in different facility in order for her to receive good care. In addition, there is no cure or medication for dementia. Nonetheless are using anti psychotic medications. to control dementia when it only makes the patient worst. For example, it keeps them awake, makes them more combative, restless, give pain and suffering,etc dementia patient suffers a lot because of their memory loss. Even though they are abused by staff, they cannot tell you. To me that makes matters worse. Again, this story encourages me to love everyone,those with dementia and those without. Sickness do not discriminate. No one know that the future holds for he or she. Even though her mother's sickness wares her out, she stood with her always the way. May God bless her...if she is still alive. If not may God gives her a crown in glory.

DEMENTIA AWARENESS

                                                      DEMENTIA AWARENESS

Having love one with dementia, please do not abandon he or her. Show compassion, empathy, respect and be patient with them. It is a lot of work, but take into consideration, it could be you. Dementia do not discriminate, anyone can have it rich or poor. God bless and keep those of you who are taking care of a family who has dementia. Your reward is with the Lord.

Tips to help prevent agitation

To prevent or reduce agitation:

• Create a calm environment.
  Remove stressors. This may involve moving the person to a safer or quieter place, or offering a security object, rest or privacy. Try soothing rituals and limiting caffeine use.
• Avoid environmental triggers.
  Noise, glare and background distraction (such as having the television on) can act as triggers.
• Monitor personal comfort.
  Check for pain, hunger, thirst, constipation, full bladder, fatigue, infections and skin irritation. Make sure the room is at a comfortable temperature. Be sensitive to fears, misperceived threats and frustration with expressing what is wanted.
• Simplify tasks and routines.
• Provide an opportunity for exercise.
  Go for a walk. Garden together. Put on music and dance.

Read more: http://www.alz.org/care/alzheimers-dementia-agitation-anxiety.asp#ixzz40zjPPqKj

 

Medical evaluation for contributing factors

Everyone who develops behavior changes should receive a thorough medical evaluation, especially if symptoms appear suddenly.
Even though the chief cause of behavioral symptoms is the effect of Alzheimer's disease on the brain, an examination may reveal other treatable conditions that are contributing to the behavior.
Contributing conditions may include:

	Difficulty with communication Because people with Alzheimer's gradually lose the ability to communicate, it's important to regularly monitor their comfort and anticipate their needs. Learn more: Communication Tips

• Drug side effects. Many people with Alzheimer's take prescription medications for other health issues. Drug side effects or interactions among drugs can affect behavior.
• Discomfort from infections or other conditions. As the disease gets worse, those with Alzheimer's have increasing difficulty communicating with others about their experience. As a result, they may be unable to report symptoms of common illnesses. Pain from infections of the urinary tract, ear or sinuses may lead to restlessness or agitation. Discomfort from a full bladder, constipation, or feeling too hot or too cold also may be expressed through behavior.
• Uncorrected problems with hearing or vision. These can contribute to confusion and frustration and foster a sense of isolation.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW WHAT TRIGGERS OFF YOUR LOVE ONE WHO HAS DEMENTIA.

 

GOD KNOWS YOUR WORKS

LETTER TO THE CHURCHES FROM JESUS CHRIST THE SON OF THE LIVING GOD- HE KNOWS YOUR WORKS AND OTHER TRICKS… PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING VERSES:

¹ Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks;

² I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars:

³ And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name's sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted.

⁴ Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.

⁵ Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.

⁶ But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate.

⁷ He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God.

⁸ And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive;

⁹ I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.

¹⁰ Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.

¹¹ He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death.

¹² And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;

¹³ I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.

¹⁴ But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication. (Revelation 2: 1-14

PATIENCE

today we all hasty in doing things our way and forget about God who is in control of our lives. My parents told me that patience is  favor. Tonight I would like to give you many bible verses about patience. I know it will help you to be a better person in doing things. Please read the verses below:
Galatians 6:9 - And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

Psalms 37:7-9 - Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.   (Read More...)

Romans 8:25 - But if we hope for that we see not, [then] do we with patience wait for [it].

Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

Ephesians 4:2 - With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;

Ecclesiastes 7:9 - Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.

1 Corinthians 13:4 - Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,

1 Peter 2:19-23 - For this [is] thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.   (Read More...)

James 1:4 - But let patience have [her] perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

Philippians 4:6 - Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Romans 5:4 - And patience, experience; and experience, hope:

James 1:19 - Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

James 5:8 - Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.

James 1:3 - Knowing [this], that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

Hebrews 12:1 - Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset [us], and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,

Romans 5:3 - And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

Colossians 1:11 - Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;

2 Timothy 2:24 - And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all [men], apt to teach, patient,

Proverbs 15:18 - A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but [he that is] slow to anger appeaseth strife.

James 5:7 - Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.

Titus 2:2 - That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.

Romans 15:5 - Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus:

James 5:9 - Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth before the door.

Ecclesiastes 7:8 - Better [is] the end of a thing than the beginning thereof: [and] the patient in spirit [is] better than the proud in spirit.

Revelation 2:19 - I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and thy works; and the last [to be] more than the first.

Hebrews 10:36 - For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.

1 Thessalonians 1:3 - Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father;

Hebrews 6:15 - And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.

1 Timothy 1:12-17 - And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that he counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry;   (Read More...)

Luke 8:15 - But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep [it], and bring forth fruit with patience.

Luke 21:19 - In your patience possess ye your souls.

Isaiah 40:31 - But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint.

Revelation 2:3 - And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name's sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted.

Revelation 1:9 - I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.

1 John 3:16 - Hereby perceive we the love [of God], because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down [our] lives for the brethren.

2 Peter 1:5 - And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;

Hebrews 6:12 - That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God [is] quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and [is] a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

2 Timothy 3:10 - But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,

1 John 4:7-8 - Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.   (Read More...)

Colossians 3:12 - Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

Colossians 1:10 - That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;

2 Corinthians 6:4-6 - But in all [things] approving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses,   (Read More...)

Romans 5:3-4 - And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;   (Read More...)

Ecclesiastes 7:8-9 - Better [is] the end of a thing than the beginning thereof: [and] the patient in spirit [is] better than the proud in spirit.   (Read More...)

Proverbs 25:15 - By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.

Proverbs 16:32 - [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

Exodus 16:7 - And in the morning, then ye shall see the glory of the LORD; for that he heareth your murmurings against the LORD: and what [are] we, that ye murmur against us?

Revelation 14:12 - Here is the patience of the saints: here [are] they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.

Revelation 2:2 - I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars:

James 5:11 - Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy.

James 5:10 - Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience.

Colossians 3:13 - Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye.

Exodus 16:8 - And Moses said, [This shall be], when the LORD shall give you in the evening flesh to eat, and in the morning bread to the full; for that the LORD heareth your murmurings which ye murmur against him: and what [are] we? your murmurings [are] not against us, but against the LORD.

1 John 2:1-29 - My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous:   (Read More...)
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DEAR GOD HELP ME TO BE PATIENT WITH THE THINGS THAT I CANNOT CHANGE, AND CONTINUE TO BELIEVE THAT ONE DAY YOU WILL CHANGE MY PATIENCE INTO JOY. GIVE ME THE COURAGE AND STRENGTH TO WAIT, DESPITE OF MY NEEDS.

 
                                                           
                          

Isaiah 40:31King James Version (KJV)

^" But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."

                         GOD NEVER FAILS HE IS ALWAYS ON TIME.

Psalm 27:14King James Version (KJV)

 Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.

  I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. 2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. 3 And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear , and shall trust in the LORD. 4 Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies. 5 Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done , and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered . 6 Sacrifice and offering thou didst not desire ; mine ( Psalms 40: 1-6).

  Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass . 8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil .( Psalm 37: 7-8).

 

DO NOT WORRY ABOUT EVILDOERS

I would like to encourage you this morning, not to worry about wicked people that are fighting against you. The Lord has your back and he will take care of them. King David wrote,

 Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.  For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb. Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.  Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.  Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.  And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.  Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.  Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.  For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the Lord, they shall inherit the earth.( Psalms 37: 1-9).
Do not give your enemy dominion over you when you are facing problems. Live for God and watch him work for you. Evil is only for a moment, but those that trust in the Lord patiently always be the over comers. Do not get angry with your enemy, feed them, pray for them and leave the rest in the hands of God. Love you, and God bless you!

Pastor Catherine Taylor

KEEP OIL IN YOUR LAMPS

KEEP OIL IN YOUR LAMPS

  SERMON-TAKE HEED:            (THESS 5)                          MARCH1, 2009

REFS:

·        PAUL COUNSELS THE THESSALIONAS TO FOLLOW HIS EXAMPLE IN WORSHIPING GOD.

·        (1COR. 9:3-6  )  YET HAVE I SENT THE BRETHREN, LEAST OUR BOASTING OF YOU SHOULD BE IN VEIN, AS I SAID HE MUST BE READY. (FOR WHAT? TO MEET JESUS)

·        PAUL ASKED THE THESSALONIANS TO GET READY AND PRAY WITHOUT CEASING

·        UNDERSTAND THE SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIANS LIVES CONSISTENTLY IN PRAYER TRUSTING IN THE LORD

·        (MATT. 24: 3)  THE DISCIPLES SAYS TO JESUS TELL US WHEN WILL THESE THINGS BE, AND WHAT WILL BE THE SIGN OF YOUR COMING AND AT THE END OF AGE

·        (ACTS 1:7) JESUS SAID TO THEM, “ IT IS NOT FOR YOU TO KNOW THE TIME OR THE SEASONS WHICH THE FATHER HAS PUT IN HIS OWN AUTHORITY

·        (LUKE 21:34)  TAKE HEED TO YOURSELVES LESS YOUR HEARTS BE WEIGHED DOWN WITH CROUCHING, DRUNKENNESS AND THE SCARS OF THIS LIFE AND DARKNESS COMES UPON YOU UNEXPECTEDLY.

(IS. 13: 6-9)  WAILED FOR THE DAY OF THE LORD IS AT HAND.  EVERY MAN’S HEART SHALL MELT.  THIS WAS IN THE DAY OF THE BABYLONIAN WHEN GOD SET JUDGEMENT AGAINST THEM. (GOD IS A SPIRIT AND WE MUST BE CAREFUL IN DEALING WITH HIM IN THE WRONG WAY)

(MATT. 25: 5) WHILE THE BRIDEGROOM WAS DELAYED THEY ALL SLUMBERED AND SLEPT, AND AT MIDNIGHT, A CRY WAS HEARD.

WHAT WAS THAT CRY? IT WAS, “BEHOLD THE BRIDGEGROOM IS COMING GO OUT TO MEET HIM”. (THOSE WHO ARE ABLE TO MEET CHRIST ARE THE CHOSEN ONES.

·        (ROMANS 13:12)  THE NIGHT IS FAR SPENT; THE DAY IS AT HAND, THEREFORE LET US CAST OFF THE WORK OF DARKNESS AND LET US PUT ON THE ARMOR OF LIGHT.

(MARK 9: 50) SALT IS GOOD, BUT IF THE SALT LOSES ITS FLAVOR HOW WILL YOU SEASON IT?  HAVE SALT IN YOURSELVES, AND HAVE PEACE WITH ONE ANOTHER

IF WE HAVE LOST THE FLAVOR OF THE TRUTH, WHERE WOULD RIGHTEOUSNESS STAND?  SOME TIMES CHRISTIANS ALLOW AMBITION TO DESTROY THE WILL OF GOD IN THEM.  SOMETIMES OUR OWN AMBITIONS BECOMES USELESS BECAUSE WE ARE TOO MUCH INTO SELF.

(MATT.5: 13)  WATCHED THEREFORE FOR YOU KNOW NOT THE HOUR WHEN THE SON OF MAN IS COMING (CANNOT BE DETERMINE)

(MARK 13: 32)  THE BIBLE TELLS US THAT HIS FATHER ONLY KNOWS WHEN HE IS COMING .

NOTICE THAT JESUS BEGAN HIS SENTENCE WITH A REQUEST,”WATCH”

THE CHALLENGE THAT THE LORD GAVE US IS FOR US TO PREPARE OURSELVES TO MEET HIM ON THE FINAL DAY OF JUDGEMENT.  WE MUST PUT-AWAY- IDLENESS AND PUT ON FAITHFULNESS, IT IS OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW IF YOU ARE IN THE LINE WITH JESUS.

IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT YOUR SALVATION IS SURE.