Revelation 2:7
"He
who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one
who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise
of God." ESV
Salvation is
the free gift of God through faith in Christ Jesus. However, it is our walk
through this world of time on earth that shows whether we have truly accepted
that free gift. If we overcome the obstacles and trials lying in our path, we
will be counted as the true believers and live forever with Him.
Heavenly
Father, how we stand in need of Your forgiveness for allowing ourselves to be
overcome by the things of this world. We pray for the fullness of Your Holy
Spirit that we will be armed and ready to overcome whatever this world puts in
our way. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
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Friday, July 5, 2013
LISTEN AND LIVE
Thursday, July 4, 2013
WE AIN'T SEEN NOTHIN' YET
Romans
8:18
"For I consider
that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory
that is to be revealed to us." ESV
Suffering comes to all
at one time or another. Some go through much more suffering than others. Some
believe they are suffering horribly until they see others much worse off than
themselves. Then there are some that suffer and live above the suffering so that
others have no idea. Whatever the type or intensity of the suffering, it will
fade away into nothing and be forgotten forever when we see the wonderful things
God has for us who believe.
Heavenly Father, we
confess that we complain and grumble when we are suffering in one way or
another. Forgive us for focusing on the suffering, that will totally pass away,
and help us to stay fixed on the glory You have waiting for us with You in
heaven. We pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
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Wednesday, July 3, 2013
THWARTED EVIL ATTEMPT
Genesis 50:19,20
"But
Joseph said to them, 'Do not fear, for am I in the place of God? As for you, you
meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many
people should be kept alive, as they are today.'" ESV
When it
seems that the events of life or the actions of others are surely going to
destroy us, we can take heart. We are where God is able to use us for this time
and season. He intends this discouraging peril to be for our good and the good
of those around us. In this way, His diving purpose is completed.
Heavenly
Father, forgive us for our lack of faith when things get really hard and
frightening. Help us to remember that You have always been in control, You are
still in control, and You will always be in control. We may not understand the
good You are intending, but we pray for that peace that tells us it's going to
be all right. We pray in the name of Jesus, Amen.
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Tuesday, July 2, 2013
NO PASSING AWAY
Mark
13:31
"Heaven and
earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away." ESV
In the beginning God
said, "Let there be light." No one will argue that there is
still light shining, the sun, moon, and stars. There will be no need for those
created lights in eternity, because Christ will be the bright and shining light
for ever and ever. Those words God spoke in the beginning will never pass away.
Every word spoken by Him throughout time, the living Word of God will continue
on and on, never ending.
Heavenly Father, how
we praise and honor You for the Word You have given us. We thank You that we can
stand on every Word uttered by You. Help us to be open and willing to accept
Your Word that never passes away. Increase our hunger to be lights in this world
and bow in the light of Your presence for eternity. In Jesus' name,
Amen.
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Monday, July 1, 2013
SHARP EARED SHEEP
John 10:27,28
"But
you do not believe because you are not part of my flock. My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them, and they follow me." ESV
Do we hear
our Lord when He speaks to us? If we are His sheep, we hear Him and by His
grace, we live the way He wants for us. How do we, as Christians become sharp
eared sheep in His flock and know His voice? We can do this by continually
walking in His Spirit, studying His Word, and abiding in His presence through
prayer. Then we will recognize His voice, He will know us, and we will follow
Him right on into eternal life.
Heavenly
Father, the noise of this world so often drowns out what You are saying to us.
Anoint our ears and our hearts so that we will stay so close to You, the clamor
of this world will fade, and all we will hear is Your voice. We pray in the name
of Jesus, Amen.
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Saturday, June 29, 2013
ODORLESS POISON
Psalm
119:133
"Keep steady my
steps according to your promise, and let no iniquity get dominion over me."
ESV
Many believe today
that quick and unexpected temptation or tragedy will sweep us away into the
depths of sin without our being able to get control over it. The problem is, sin
is always slow, creeping, tiny little steps that all seem just fine. There is no
awareness that we are moving farther along the road to destruction, until we are
stuck deep in it's ruts. Just like carbon monoxide, an odorless poison, can take
our lives without any fanfare, sin works the same way. We are warned repeatedly
in the Scriptures to be alert, watchful, and aware. Sin can get dominion over us
in ways we are unaware if we do not keep watch.
Heavenly Father, we
stand in need of Your grace so that our minds will be focused on You and Your
repeated instruction for us to be alert and watchful. Give us more hunger for
Your Word so that we will better recognize the odorless poison of sin and turn
from it. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
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Friday, June 28, 2013
HARMONY CHOICE
Romans 12:2
"Do
not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,
that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, and what is good and
acceptable and perfect." ESV
To conform
is an action word that implies we have a choice. We can choose to come into
harmony with God and His Word or with the world and its' mindset and practices.
God's Word says that we are not to conform to this world. Any transformations
that take place in us, as Christians, are to come from the Holy Spirit within us
by changing our thinking to conform to the Word. Only then, will the knowledge
and mysteries of our God be revealed to us.
Heavenly
Father, show us where in our lives we have not yet allowed our minds to choose
changes that bring us into full harmony with You. Help us to stir our faith so
that we will be strong and become more like Christ. In His name we pray,
Amen.
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