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"MY TESTIMONY" by Elena Ramirez
Where do I start?....I guess, I could go way back into my childhood, but I really came to know the Lord, when I was at the bottom of the barrel. I guess we all have been there, at one time or another. Where we are searching for love, and answers, but our life, is dry and empty, and there is no one or anything, that can fill that void. Well, that is where God found me. And I will repeat, that is where he found me. I believed in God, but like the word says, even the devils believe. And, I suppose I was close to being that. God forbade that, and I thank him. I believed in God, but I did not keep his commandments. I felt like, I walked the fence when it came to being obedient, and serving him. Yes, I knew of him, but I did not know him. I did not come to that place, until, I totally submitted to him, and yes, that meant to his commandments. Keeping them close to my heart, and reading and learning his word. One day, I walked into a Christian book store. (The Bread Store~Marilyn Hickey Ministries, Denver, Colorado) I was searching. For what I do not know, but God knew. There in the middle of a table stood a book propped up. I stopped to look at it, with its beautiful leather cover, and then the title of the book stood out to me.
"IF YOU LOVE ME ELENA, OBEY MY COMMANDMENTS"
That was just the jolt I needed....You see, my name is not very common. I thought, well, there are other books like that, with other peoples names, and I searched, around. But there it was all alone, and I took a few moments to gather my composure, as I searched it. That book, and it's contents stared at me, and truly spoke to my heart. Within the book itself, were chapters, and they related to prayer, health in knowing God's word, and about Salvation. Each chapter, with it's verses, spoke in a personal way, with my name in each verse. For an example...For God so loved the world, "Elena", that he gave his only begotten son. For you "Elena", and for whosoever will believe in him, would not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16... I have called thee by name, "Elena" thou art mine. Isaiah 43:1
That personalized it very much for me. And to home, and heart it took. That was just the beginning... ever since then, he has led me, and guided my life. Things are not always perfect, but I know where to go... I go, to God, who is perfect, and who guides my life. It really is about surrendering, and submitting to him. My life has changed, and has come to a full circle in many ways. Before I was born, my father, prayed for a child, and my mother, was not able to conceive. According to doctors. But, here I am, and now my life, is about prayer. I guess dear Dad was an inspiration for prayer. After all, after he prayed for me, I was conceived. That is a testimony to me, that is very personal. I know God answers prayer. I have seen him do things, that may not be realistic, or that seems impossible. Or may totally seem illogical. But his ways, are not our ways, and I accept that. He is a soverign God, but oh so good and kind, and merciful. Daily, my relationship grows and changes with him, and I know, he is able to do far and above what I could even think or know....That is where faith comes in. That also grows. It has to, to be renewed in my hope of him. I guess, that is why I like sending you folks, "A Message of Hope."
I have served God, at a Christian television station, at church, and now in my own ministry. I have a love, for people, that only Jesus could give me. Which surprises me, because people were not always kind to me. But, only God can change from within, to bear fruit in him.
I have written a book, and I self published it entitled: " A Book Of Remembrance. "
365 Days to a Personal Relationship with God. It is a daily journal, with prayer,
and scripture. It is not a poetry book. I wrote this years ago.
I have a few left, and ask for $25.00 including, postage.
I also am writing more poetry,
and pray, someday through one of the Messages of Hope, someone,
will see the writings and help me publish it. I think they would be beautiful books, with a victorian theme, with Angels,
and beautiful pictures of Christ. Or as I write, individual cards, as a Message of Hope, they are beautiful, just in card form.
My hearts desire, is that they would be available world wide, and at a reasonable cost. I have a vision, that you can easily
get them, at Wal-Mart. In the Card section. I pray, we can document this, as a testimony to God's glory.
Remember, you have to have vision, and people perish for lack of it. That is one
of the reasons, I want to be a Message of Hope.
The Lord has given me a vision, and a dream, and in some ways,
it seems like an impossible dream. And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible. Matthew 19:26.
So that is what I claim, as I hold onto God's promises, but my dream is symbolic, and somewhat inspired to the "Man of La Mancha"...A movie, I saw, when I was a very young girl.
With Peter O'toole and Sophia Loren. If you ever get a chance to rent it, or see it on television, I recommend you do. In any
event, it made an impression on me, and I think upon it fondly, for the symbolism it represents, to the persecuted church, in some
small ways. But, the poor man of La Mancha, kept trying, to speak a word of the Lord, and people, ignored him, thought he was an old man, who was out of it, a dreamer, who dreamed, for impossible things, but he did help.
And he made a difference. We all need to have the vision to trust God, with our dreams. To make a difference! Because he is the one,
who plants desires in our hearts. To be willing to march into hell for a heavenly cause".
I so want to bless God, to bring him, praise and glory, to his throne, for the wonderful things he does, to inspire his people, and speak a word of truth to the lost, to turn them to the Lord.
But I need Help, I need your help...HOW?...By supporting this ministry, and by sharing the Messages to other Christians and the Lost, via e-mail,
and by subscribing to receive the Messages, by U S mail, and by keeping them on hand, so you can share a Message of Hope,
to someone who needs a good word. We all have a part in the return of Christ, to be faithful to
be an encouragement, and inspiration to the lost. Christ will return, the times are short. We as Christians
need to work together in our efforts, as a corporate team. It's not about religion, or about race, or about
different cultures. It is about obedience, and serving our Lord, and each other, in love,
and knowing, his word is true, and Christ will return, for his children. That's us. Do you want someone you know, to be left behind, because you did not share your testimony, or the truth of the gospel?
If you know of anyone who can help in this venture,of helping me publish this book the Lord, has put on my heart,
please write to me, by the link below, and let me know...What a blessing
that would be....I would be so grateful to God...Though, I already am....
For to get a new book published, would be an answer to prayer...And I know, he will answer this,
someday, for it is to his glory, not mine, but to the King of Kings, I offer, my
gifts and offerings, in writing...and all that I am, and can be...in his Holiness...
I want to encourage you. Do not give up, on your hopes and your dreams, God has a plan for you...and if you give your life to him, he will make a way, where there does not seem to be a way. He can do so much for you, if you trust him. It really is the beginning to faith..
Feel free to write me, and I will pray for you, if you do not know how to get to that place. God bless you, and remember you are "special" in the ways of the Lord.
There is a clue there for you, if you look for it. Remember to write to me. I will pray for you, and will go to the throne of our Lord, with you, in a prayer of agreement.
Click here for prayer.God loves you....with love, in Christ Elena

"This is the Book and still,
after many years, I am still astonished that
God called me by name."
When I get discouraged, I remind myself
HE did call me by name, and he has a plan!
I bless God, for all he does for me!
I thank God, for taking me out of darkness, and giving me
my Salvation, and a new lease on life! Hallelujah!
THE
BELL
I KNOW WHO I
AM
I am God's
child (John 1:12)
I am Christ's friend (John
15:15)
I am
united with the Lord(1 Cor. 6:17)
I am bought with a price(1 Cor.
6:19-20)
I
am a saint (set apart for God). (Eph.
1:1)
I am a
personal witness of Christ (Acts 1:8)
I am the salt & light of the earth
(Matt.5:13-14)
I am a member of the body of Christ(1 Cor
12:27)
I am
free forever from condemnation (Rom. 8:
1-2)
I am a
citizen of Heaven. I am significant
(Phil.3:20)
I am free from any charge against me (Rom.
8:31-34)
I
am a minister of reconciliation for God(2
Cor.5:17-21)
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit (Eph.
2:18)
I am
seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph.
2:6)
I
cannot be separated from the love of
God(Rom.8:35-39)
I am established, anointed, sealed by God (2
Cor.1:21-22)
I am assured all things work together for good
(Rom. 8: 28)
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit
(John 15:16)
I may approach God with freedom and confidence
(Eph. 3: 12)
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me (Phil. 4:13)
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His
life (John 15: 1-5)
I am God's temple (1 Cor. 3: 16). I am complete in
Christ (Col. 2: 10)
I am hidden with Christ in God (Col. 3:3). I have
been justified (Romans 5:1)
I am God's co-worker (1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor 6:1). I am
God's workmanship(Eph. 2:10)
I am confident that the good works God has begun in
me will be perfected (Phil. 1: 5)
I have been redeemed and forgiven (Col. 1:14). I
have been adopted as God's child(Eph
1:5)
I
belong to God
Do you know
who you
are!?
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