HOW GREAT?

 

 

2 Samuel 22:36,37

 

"You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your gentleness made me great. You gave a wide place for my steps under me, and my feet did not slip." ESV 

 

Do we really understand all that is ours because of Jesus Christ? Because He conquered death, hell, and the grave, we have freedom to access the shield of faith that insures victory. Do we realize the vastness of His grace? We can journey all of our lives, and He will keep us from falling. Do we realize what a mighty God we serve?

 

Heavenly Father, how blessed and honored we are to serve You, our God who loves us so much that You gave all and You keep giving. Forgive us for our complacency. Give us the hunger to know just how great and powerful You are and the precious gifts You make available for our asking. We pray in the name of Jesus, Amen.

 

 

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

 

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HOW IS YOUR PATH?

Proverbs 10:9

"Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out." ESV

A clean conscience brings with it total peace and freedom because there is nothing to hide. It is doing what's right when no one is watching. What peace to lay one's head on the pillow at night with clean conscience and heart. For those who lack integrity, there is always a trail to cover up, something to hide. Even the law of nature shows that something warped, bent, or cracked will either correct itself or break down completely. How much freedom is there in that?

Heavenly Father, we pray for integrity, the desire, courage, and strength to live on the path of righteousness, and to know true freedom. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

 

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IN STEP WITH GOD

 

Psalm 37:23,24

 

"If the Lord delights in a man's way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand." NIV

 

"The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand." KJV

The Lord always responds to those who are careful to walk in ways that are pleasing to Him. This is not an easy walk. It is the straight and narrow path. There are many ruts, bumps, and obstructions on this walk that pleases our God. He is faithful to watch and reward each step by providing security and sure footing. Even if one stumbles, which is sure to happen in this world, the Lord will hold him up with His own hand.

Heavenly Father, we stand in great need of Your watchful eye as we walk in the way that is pleasing to You. Help us when we get stuck in ruts, get rattled by the bumps, and get discouraged at the obstacles that get in the way. Show us the way and let us see You so we will know that we are in step with You. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

       

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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INTEGRITY

A clean conscience brings with it total freedom, as there is

nothing to hide. Just like Adam and Eve covered themselves

and hid in the garden, so it is for those who are doing things

displeasing to God, things ungodly and wrong. There is always

a trail to be covered, something to hide. There is no freedom

there.

Heavenly Father, we pray for the desire, courage, and strength

to live on the path of righteousness and to know true freedom.

In Jesus' name.

Read Proverbs 10:9

"The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked

paths will be found out." (NIV)

"He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known." (KJV)

     

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GOD IS OUR REFUGE

The Lord knows those who are truly committed to Him and who
earnestly seek Him. For those, He is a refuge, a safety net, a
shelter of protection. He is our safeguard from evil through trials,
and in tribulations.

Heavenly Father, we thank you that we have such a loving and
merciful God who is our protector and refuge from all that would
harm us. In Jesus' name.

Read Nahum 1:7

"The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who
trust in Him." (NIV)

"The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth
them that trust in him." (KJV)

   
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SECURITY

How can we be sure that we are secure in our calling and election as
children of God? If we are eagerly growing spiritually and make this our
first priority, we are most likely to stay in the Way and to not stumble.

Heavenly Father, give us eagerness to grow and mature as Christians; in
Jesus name.

Read 2 Peter 1:10

"Therefore, my brothers, be all the more eager to make your calling and
election sure. For if you do these things, you will never fall." (NIV)

"Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and
election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall." (KJV)

     
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CHRISTIAN SINNERS?

Because we are Christians, are we perfect? Are we free from mistakes?
Do we always obey the principles of the Word? Most likely not. But, if we
are truly children of God, the Holy Spirit will convict us when we get off
track. The love and grace of God will overpower the desire or inclination
to sin and, being alerted by His Spirit, we will turn back to His way. If we
continue in the sin and ignore the Holy Spirit's conviction, we are in danger of numbing our consciences from the voice of God.

Heavenly Father, we ask that you will help us be open to the Holy Spirit
and let your love and grace overpower our own desires that will lead us
away from you; In Jesus name.

Read 1 John 5:18

"We know that anyone born of God does not continue to sin; the one who was born of God keeps him safe, and the evil one cannot harm him." (NIV)

"We know that whosoever is born of God sinneth not; but he that is begotten of God keepeth himself, and that wicked one toucheth him not." (KJV)

    
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GREATNESS OF GOD

God has revealed to us in His Word that He is omnipotent, and we
stand in awe and recognize the fact that He is all powerful. There
is no force in existence more powerful than He is. God also revealed
to us in His Word that He is eternal. He has always been, He is, and
He always will be. If anyone is searching for happiness, security, and
peace, all these things can be found in trusting and following God.

Read Isaiah 43:13

"Yes, and from ancient days I am He. No one can deliver out of my
hand. When I act, who can reverse it?" (NIV)

"Yea, before the day was I am he; and there is none that can deliver
out of my hand: I will work, and who shall let it?" (KJV)