God’s Cake….

May 31, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

AS SERVANTS OF GOD WE COMMEND OURSELVES IN
EVERY WAY: IN GREAT ENDURANCE, IN TROUBLES,
HARDSHIPS AND DISTRESSES. FOR OUR LIGHT AND
MOMENTARY TROUBLES ARE ACHIEVING FOR US AN
ETERNAL GLORY THAT FAR OUTWEIGHS THEM ALL.
( 2 Cor 6:4 ) & ( 2 Cor 4:17 )

Dear Blog Readers,
Now we all, from time to time, have problems or troubles
in our life. After all life is not a piece of cake, or is it? So
the next time you feel troubled why not have a piece of…..

God’s Cake

Sometimes we wonder, “What did I do to deserve this”, or
“Why did God have to do this to me”. Here is a wonderful
explanation!

A daughter is telling her Mother how everything is going
wrong, she’s failing algebra, her boyfriend broke up with her
and her best friend is moving away.

Meanwhile, her Mother is baking a cake and asks her
daughter if she would like a snack, and the daughter says,
“Absolutely Mom, I love your cake.”

“Here, have some cooking oil,” her Mother offers.

“Yuck” says her daughter.

“How about a couple raw eggs?”

“Gross, Mom!”

“Would you like some flour then?

Or maybe baking soda?”

“Mom, those are all yucky!”

To which the mother replies: “Yes, all those things seem bad
all by themselves. But when they are put together in the right
way, they make a wonderfully delicious cake!

God works the same way. Many times we wonder why He
would let us go through such bad and difficult times. For God
knows that when He puts these things all in His order, they
always work for good! We just have to trust Him and,
eventually, they will all make something wonderful!

Always remember, God is crazy about you.
He sends you flowers every spring and a sunrise every morning.
Whenever you want to talk, He’ll listen. He can live anywhere in
the universe, and He chose your heart.

Now I hope your day is a “piece of cake!” After all, Life may
not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might
as well dance.
—Author Unknown—
In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen    www.godsminute.com

I hope you enjoyed the above, I don’t know about you, however, I am ready for a Huge Cake! And I hope to enjoy every bit of it, it has been a long time coming! I hope it is soon! until then, God bless you! and tell others about this blog and our other sites found among the blogroll section.

Jesus Love and mine!

J.R. On Tract!   check out my personal blog at www.johnlrasmussen.com new entrie soon!

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Enjoy the list…

May 23, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

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<< | Main | >> 21 Ways To Celebrate Life –posted by JZ on May 21, 2008 After Nancy Rothstein’s son, Josh, passed away unexpectedly, she was seeking a way to offer a tribute for family and friends to honor his birthday. With each passing birthday, she adds one more item to the list. Last April 16 would’ve been Josh’s 21st birthday, and true to her tradition, Nancy shared these 21 ways to celebrate life: Smile. Smiling makes you and those around you feel good. If you don’t feel good, a smile can trick your brain into feeling better. Eat ice cream. Run on the beach. If you can’t physically do this, use your imagination. Call someone who is ill or lonely. Listen to their story. Take the time. Tell them your story, if they ask.   Listen to music that touches your heart and soul.   Sing in the shower, or out loud if you are comfortable.   Visit the grave of a loved one and celebrate your continued BREATH. And tell your loved one what’s on your mind.   Play with a dog.   Thank yourself for putting up with all the things about yourself that drive you nuts! Activate your sense of humor!   Apologize to someone you have wronged in any way.   Take a day, or even a few hours, “off” to do something you always want to do but never take the time to do.   Eat something you never indulge in (unless allergic!) and savor every bite….slowly. No guilt permitted!   Re-watch your favorite funny or happy movie in your most comfortable clothes.   Make plans with 2 friends that you are crazy about but never see…near or far away.   Go outdoors to a natural setting. Sit. Close your eyes. Listen to the world. It’s all an extension of you! Your breath connects you intrinsically to the world.   Laugh. Do something fun or silly that evokes laughter. It has been said that laughter is God’s sunshine.   Place this list in an envelope and revisit it periodically to see how you are celebrating YOURSELF! If you are good to yourself, you can be much better to those around you.   Go to your heart and make all your decisions from there; and all will be well.   Follow the path that matters.   Believe and feel the change you want to see and you will BE the change you envision.   ….Yet you must know that in the end, it is LOVE’s garden you must tend. If you had to add one more to this list, what would it be? I enjoyed the above and thought I would post it for this entrie of the blog, hope you enjoyed it to! God Bless you! J.R. On Tract!

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A simple prayer…

May 15, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

The first sentence is pretty powerful!!!

God determines who walks into your life….it’s up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go.

Father, God bless all my Blog Readers & friends in whatever it is that You know they may be needing this day! And may their life be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have a closer relationship with you.

In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

Share this blog with your friends, you may register with this blog and updates will automatically be sent to your email inbox. Pray for us as we pray for you! check out my personal blog which should be updated soon. May it change lives and people avoid the mistakes I have made. go to: www.johnlrasmussen.com      email me at  jrlivn4jc247@aol.com

Have a blessed day!   A little rain in my area today, thankfully no tornados!

J.R. on Tract today!

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Don’t Throw Away The 90% You Already Have…

May 12, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

By Bo Sanchez From his book: You Have the Power to Create Love ADULTERY happens when you start looking for what you don’t have. “Bo, this girl in my office is a real looker,” many a husband will say. “But it’s not her Wynona Rider features that got me. I’m head over heels with her because she’s also understanding, intelligent, tender– so many things that my wife is not.” Sure. Guys, trust me on this. Somewhere along the way, you’ll find a woman who will be more charming. More alluring. More thoughtful. Richer. Be a better cook. Have greater sex appeal. Be a more efficient housekeeper. And you will find a woman who will need you and pursue you and go loco over you more than your wife ever did. Because no wife is perfect. Because a wife will only have 90% of what you’re looking for. So adultery takes place when a husband looks for the missing 10%. Let’s say your wife is melancholic by nature. You may find yourself drawn to the pretty clerk who has a cherry laugh no matter what she says: “I broke my arm yesterday, Hahahaha…” Or because your wife is a homebody in slippers and pajamas, smelling of garlic and fish oil, you may fall for a fresh-smelling young sales representative that visits your office in a sharp black blazer, high heels, and a red pencil-cut skirt. Or because your wife is the quiet type (a rare find), your heart may skip a beat when you meet an old college flame who has the makings of a talk show host like Oprah. But wait! That’s only 10% of what you don’t have. Don’t throw away the 90% that you already have! That’s not all. Add to your wife’s 90% the 10% that represents all the years that you have been with each other. The storms you have weathered together.The unforgettable moments of sadness and joy as a couple. The many adjustments you have made to love the other. The wealth of memories that you’ve accumulated as lovers. Adultery happens when you start looking for what you don’t have. But faithfulness happens when you start thanking God for what you already have. But I’m not just talking about marriage. I’m talking about life!About your jobs. About your friends. About your children. About your prayer groups. About your lifestyles. Are you like the economy airline passenger that perennially peeks through the door of the first class cabin, obsessed with what he’s missing? “Theyhave got more leg room! Oh my, their food is served in porcelain! Wow, their seats recline at an 80% angle and they’ve got personal videos!” I guarantee you’ll be miserable for the entire trip! Don’t live your life like that. Forget about what the world says is first class. (Do you know that there are many first class passengers who are miserable in first class — because they’re not riding in a private Lear Jet?) My main message: If you start thanking God for what you have right now, wherever you are… is first class! (oh this is supernice!)You have wealth under your nose. Thank Him. Let’s pray to God that we be blessed with a grateful heart and thankful attitude all the time. James Parmis Ministries http://www.JamesParmis.com

In My latestest E-mail from James Parmis Ministries

Have A Great Day!

J.R. on Tract!

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Happy Mothers Day!

May 11, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

Why God Made Moms ”
( The following answers were given by elementary school children
to the following questions )

Question—-”Why Did God Make Mothers?”"

The answers:
1. She’s the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.

2. Mostly to clean the house.

3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.

Q—–”How Did God Make Mothers?”

1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.

2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.

3. God made my mom just the same like he made me. He just
used bigger parts.

Q—-”What Ingredients Are Mother’s Made Of ?”

1. God makes mothers out of clouds and angel hair and
everything nice in the world and one dab of mean.

2. They had to get their start from men’s bones. Then they
He mostly used string I think.

Q—-”Why Did God Give You Your Mother And not Some Other
Mom?”

1. We’re related.

2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people’s
moms like me.

Q—-”What Kind Of Little Girl Was Your Mom?”

1. My mom has always been my mom and none of that other
stuff…

2. I don’t know because I wasn’t there, but my guess would be
pretty bossy.

3. They say she used to be nice.

Q—-”What Did Mom Need To Know About Dad Before She
Married Him?”

1. His last name.

2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does
he get drunk on beer? Does he make at least $800 a year? Did
he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?

Q—-”Why Did Your Mom Marry Your Dad ?”

1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my mom
eats a lot.

2. She got too old to do anything else with him.

3. My grandma says that mom didn’t have her thinking cap on.

Q—-”Who’s The Boss At Your House?”

1. Mom doesn’t want to be boss, but she has to because dad’s
such a goofball

2. Mom. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff
under the bed.

3. I guess Mom is, but only because she has a lot more to do
than dad.

Q—-”What’s The Difference Between Moms And Dads?”

1. Moms work at work & work at home, & dads just go to work
at work.

2. Moms know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.

3. Dads are taller & stronger, but moms have all the real power
’cause that’s who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at
your friend’s.

Q—-”What Does Your Mom Do In Her Spare Time?”

1. Mothers don’t do spare time.

2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.

Q—-”What Would It Take To Make Your Mom Perfect?”

1. On the inside she’s already perfect. Outside, I think some
kind of plastic surgery.

2. Diet. You know, her hair. I’d diet, maybe blue.

Q—-”If You Could Change One Thing About Your Mom What
Would It Be?”

1. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean.
I’d get rid of that.

2. I’d make my mom smarter. Then she would know it was my
sister who did it and not me.
____________________________________

In HIS Love & Service,
Pastor Allen

The above was an e-mail devotion by Pastor Allen at www.godsminute.com

Have a great day with your mother and may she have a wonderful day with family!

Be sure to read the previous days entries to this blog, they are great!

God Bless you!

J.R. on  tract with my mother at church and out to eat today!

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To your health…By his Stripes we are healed!

May 9, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

PASS  THE  BUTTER …. please .            This is

 interesting . .. . .  …    Margarine   was originally manufactured to

 fatten  turkeys.  When it killed the turkeys, the people who had put 

 all the money into the research wanted a payback so they put their 

 heads together to figure out what to do with this product to get 

their money back.  It was a light substance with no food appeal  so

they added the yellow coloring and sold it to people to use in place

 of butter.  How do you like it?   They have come out  with some

clever new flavorings.      DO  YOU KNOW.. the difference

between margarine and butter? Read  on to the end..gets very

interesting!   Both  have the same amount of calories. Butter  is

slightly higher in saturated fats at 8  grams/Tbsp  compared   to 5

 grams. Eating  margarine can increase  heart disease in  women by 53%

   over  eating the same amount of butter, according to a recent 

 Harvard  Medical Study.   Eating  butter increases the absorption

 of many other nutrients in  other  foods. Butter   has many

nutritional benefits where margarine has a few    only  because  they

are added! Butter   tastes much better than margarine and it can enhance

the flavors of  other foods. Butter has been around for centuries where

margarine has been around  for less than 100 years. And  now, for

Margarine.. Very  high in trans fatty acids . Triple  risk of coronary

heart disease. Increases  total choles terol and LDL (this is the bad

 cholesterol) and  lowers HDL cholesterol, (the good cholesterol)

Increases  the risk of cancers up to five fold.  Lowers  quality of

 breast milk. Decreases  immune response. Decreases  insulin

response. And  here’s the most disturbing fact… HERE IS THE

 PART THAT  IS  VERY INTERESTING! Margarine is

 but ONE   MOLECULE away  from being PLASTIC..

    This  fact alone was enough to have me avoiding margarine for life

  and anything else that is hydrogenated (this means hydrogen is

  added,  changing the molecular structure of the  substance).   You 

 can try this yourself: Purchase  a tub of margarine and leave it in

 your garage or shaded  area.  Within a couple of days you will note a

couple of   things:    no flies, not even those pesky fruit flies will go

near it  (that  should tell you something)    it does not rot or smell

 differently because it has no  nutritional  value; nothing will grow on

it. Even those teeny weeny  microorganisms  will not a find a home to

 grow.  Why?   Because it is nearly plastic.  Would you melt your

Tupperware an  spread that  on your toast?  Share  This With

 Your Friends……(If you want to ‘butter them   up’)!

Chinese  Proverb:

‘When  someone shares  something of value

 with you and you benefit from it,  you have a

  moral obligation to share it with  others. 

Jesus Bought our healing at Calvery on the

 Cross! because the bible says ” by his stripes

we were healed!”

I believe also God gives us wisdom, of which I

 have I surely lacked when it comes to health,I

am a miracle at this point and I am believing the

 word for restoration and healing.

To your health! my prayers of healing ,health,

 and prosperity go out to you!

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         Sites listed on the Blogroll.

              God Bless You!

 John Rasmussen,

on Tract for Jesus!

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Worth the read! God Bless you!

May 4, 2008 by John Rasmussen.

The Minister and his son

Every Sunday afternoon, after the morning service at the church,
the minister and his eleven year old son would go out into their town
and hand out Gospel Tracts.

This particular Sunday afternoon, as it came time for the minister
and his son to go to the streets with their tracts, it was very cold
outside, as well as pouring down rain. The boy bundled up in his warmest
and driest clothes and said, ‘OK, dad, I’m ready.’

His dad asked, ‘Ready for what?’

‘Dad, it’s time we gather our tracts together and go out.’

Dad responds, ‘Son, it’s very cold outside and it’s pouring down
rain.’

The boy gives his dad a surprised look, asking, ‘But Dad, aren’t
people still going to Hell, even though it’s raining?’

Dad answers, ‘Son, I am not going out in this weather.’

Despondently, the boy asks, ‘Dad, can I go? Please?’

His father hesitated for a moment then said, ‘Son, you can go. Here
are the tracts, be careful son.’

‘Thanks Dad!’

And with that, he was off and out into the rain. This eleven year
old boy walked the streets of the town going door to door and handing
everybody he met in the street a Gospel Tract.

After two hours of walking in the rain, he was soaking,
bone-chilled wet and down to his VERY LAST TRACT. He stopped on a corner
and looked for someone to hand a tract to, but the streets were totally
deserted.

Then he turned toward the first home he saw and started up the
sidewalk to the front door and rang the door bell. He rang the bell, but
nobody answered.

He rang it again and again, but still no one answered. He waited
but still no answer.

Finally, this eleven year old trooper turned to leave, but
something stopped him.

Again, he turned to the door and rang the bell and knocked loudly
on the door with his fist. He waited, something holding him there on the
front porch!

He rang again and this time the door slowly opened.

Standing in the doorway was a very sad-looking elderly lady. She
softly asked, ‘What can I do for you, son?’ With radiant eyes and a
smile that lit up her world, this little boy said,

‘Ma’am, I’m sorry if I disturbed you, but I just want to tell you
that *JESUS REALLY DOES LOVE YOU* and I came to give you my very last
Gospel Tract which will tell you all about JESUS and His great LOVE.’

With that, he handed her his last tract and turned to leave.

She called to him as he departed. ‘Thank you, son! And God Bless
You!’

Well, the following Sunday morning in church minister Dad was in
the pulpit.

As the service began, he asked, ‘Does anybody have testimony or
want to say anything?’

Slowly, in the back row of the church, an elderly lady stood to her
feet.

As she began to speak, a look of glorious radiance came from her
face, ‘No one in this church knows me. I’ve never been here before.

You see, before last Sunday I was not a Christian. My husband
passed on some time ago, leaving me totally alone in this world. Last
Sunday, being a particularly cold and rainy day, it was even more so in
my heart that I came to the end of the line where I no longer had any
hope or will to live.

So I took a rope and a chair and ascended the stairway into the
attic of my home. I fastened the rope securely to a rafter in the roof,
then stood on the chair and fastened the other end of the rope around my
neck. Standing on that chair, so lonely and brokenhearted I was about to
leap off, when suddenly the loud ringing of my doorbell downstairs
startled me. I thought, ‘I’ll wait a minute, and whoever it is will go
away.’

I waited and waited, but the ringing doorbell seemed to get louder
and more insistent, and then the person ringing also started knocking
loudly.

I thought to myself again, ‘Who on earth could this be? Nobody ever
rings my bell or comes to see me.’ I loosened the rope from my neck and
started for the front door, all the while the bell rang louder and
louder.

When I opened the door and looked I could hardly believe my eyes,
for there on my front porch was the most radiant and angelic little boy
I had ever seen in my life. His SMILE, oh, I could never describe it to
you!

The words that came from his mouth caused my heart that had long
been dead, TO LEAP TO LIFE as he exclaimed with a cherub-like voice,
‘Ma’am, I just came to tell you that JESUS REALLY DOES LOVE YOU.’ Then
he gave me this Gospel Tract that I now hold in my hand.

As the little angel disappeared back out into the cold and rain, I
closed my door and read slowly every word of this Gospel Tract. Then I
went up to my attic to get my rope and chair. I wouldn’t be needing them
any more.

You see—I am now a Happy Child of the KING. Since the address of
your church was on the back of this Gospel Tract, I have come here to
personally say THANK YOU to God’s little angel who came just in the nick
of time and by so doing, spared my soul from an eternity in hell.’

There was not a dry eye in the church. And as shouts of praise and
honor to THE KING resounded off the very rafters of the building,
minister Dad descended from the pulpit to the front pew where the little
angel was seated.

He took his son in his arms and sobbed uncontrollably.

Probably no church has had a more glorious moment, and probably
this universe has never seen a Papa that was more filled with love &
honor for his son… Except for One.

Our Father also allowed His Son to go out into a cold and dark
world. He received His Son back with joy unspeakable, and as all of
heaven shouted praises and honor to The King, the Father sat His beloved
Son on a throne far above all principality and power and every name that
is named.

Blessed are your eyes for reading this message.

Don’t let this message die, read it again and tell other about this blog
Heaven is for His people!
The above is what On Tract for Jesus Ministries is all about, putting out tracts

wherever I have traveled since 1988. On line with www.freegift4life.com since 1998.

Pray about where you may fit into this ministry, your prayers for us and the people

we continue to reach are greatly appreciated! you may go to

www.ontractforjesusministries.org and read more about our ministry.

We will be offering a magnetic you can put on your car for a

small price to share the gospel where you travel. It looks really great!

I should have a picture ready to post on this blog soon. So check back!

Have a great Day!

J.R. on Tract for another day! Praise the Lord!

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