Monday, June 30, 2008
Are You Listening?
ARE YOU LISTENING?from the book 101 MOST POWERFUL PRAYERS IN THE BIBLEby Steve & Lois Rabey, General Editors, and Claire CloningerSpeak, Lord, for your servant is listening. 1 Samuel 3:9In the 3rd chapter of 1 Samuel, we learn that "in those days the word of the Lord was rare; and there were not many visions" (verse 1). It kind of makes me wonder. Which came first - the fact that God wasn't saying a lot or the fact that people weren't listening? Which came first - the fact that people weren't looking for God or the fact that visions were rare?God is a person like us, and I don't know about you, but when I know I'm not being listened to, I tend to clam up a little. When I know that no one cards whether I show up or not, I tend not to show up.And yet the young boy, Samuel, heard the voice of the Lord when Eli, the temple priest, did not. Did you ever wonder why? The answer to that question, I believe, is that Eli was tuned out and Samuel was tuned in. Samuel was listening.Samuel heard an audible voice and jumped up to answer that voice. "Speak, Lord," he said, "for your servant is listening."Is the Lord getting through to you these days? Is there an inner voice calling you? Do you know that voice? Do you recognize it? Are you responding with a ready answer, or are you rolling over in bed and going back to sleep?It's so easy, so tempting, to ignore the voice that's calling. And yet it's important to realize that the more we do that, the more difficult it will become to hear that voice next time.Because Samuel listened to the Lord, his power to hear and respond grew stronger. We are told in 1 Samuel 3:19 that "the Lord was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of his words fall to the ground." Samuel was not always popular with the people, but he always spoke what he heard the Lord saying in his spirit.Are you listening for the voice of God in your spirit, the voice that brings God into every decision? As long as you are listening, he will speak. As long as your heart is tuned into his frequency, you can depend on him to touch you with his words of reason and his hand of wisdom.In my prayer time, I often write in my journal about a place of indecision. And after that I write, "Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening." Then after listening prayerfully, I often heard him do just that.Prayer: Oh, Lord, I thank you that you still desire to speak to us. Stir up in me a desire to listen. Quiet me in your presence. Quiet the voice of my own will so that I can hear your still, small voice. I love you, Lord. I long to hear from you. Amen.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Psalms 63
1
O God, thou art my God;
early will I seek thee:
my soul thirsteth for thee,
my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land,
where no water is;
2
to see thy power and thy glory,
so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
3
Because thy loving-kindness is better than life,
my lips shall praise thee.
4
Thus will I bless thee while I live:
I will lift up my hands in thy name.
5
My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness;
and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
6
when I remember thee upon my bed,
and meditate on thee in the night watches.
7
Because thou hast been my help,
therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.
8
My soul followeth hard after thee:
thy right hand upholdeth me.
9
But those that seek my soul, to destroy it,
shall go into the lower parts of the earth.
10
They shall fall by the sword:
they shall be a portion for foxes.
11
But the king shall rejoice in God;
every one that sweareth by him shall glory:
but the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.
O God, thou art my God;
early will I seek thee:
my soul thirsteth for thee,
my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land,
where no water is;
2
to see thy power and thy glory,
so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
3
Because thy loving-kindness is better than life,
my lips shall praise thee.
4
Thus will I bless thee while I live:
I will lift up my hands in thy name.
5
My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness;
and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
6
when I remember thee upon my bed,
and meditate on thee in the night watches.
7
Because thou hast been my help,
therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.
8
My soul followeth hard after thee:
thy right hand upholdeth me.
9
But those that seek my soul, to destroy it,
shall go into the lower parts of the earth.
10
They shall fall by the sword:
they shall be a portion for foxes.
11
But the king shall rejoice in God;
every one that sweareth by him shall glory:
but the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Abide
Abide in Him
Today's Scripture
"I am the vine, you are the branches. The one who abides in Me, while I abide in him, produces much fruit..." (John 15:5).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
When you abide in something, it becomes your very source for life. Did you know God wants you to live in Him? He wants to be your source. Abiding in God means you rely on Him for everything. You rely on Him for your strength, provision, hope, joy. Like the air you breath, you rely on Him for your very life.
When you are abiding in Him, you think about Him when you go to sleep. You think about Him when you first wake up. You think about His promises all throughout the day and continually fellowship with Him in prayer. You make Him your number one priority and stay connected with other believers at church. Notice what this verse says: you will produce much fruit. When you are connected to God, everything you set your hand to will be fruitful and blessed. Just like a branch thrives when it is connected to the vine, you're going to thrive and be prosperous when you are connected to Almighty God. Depend on Him today and make Him your number one priority. As you abide in Him, He will pour out His abundant favor on you and you will live in blessing all the days of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Father in Heaven, today I am abiding in You. Like the air I breathe, I am totally dependent on You. Thank You for your promise of blessing me and helping me to always be a blessing to other people. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Today's Scripture
"I am the vine, you are the branches. The one who abides in Me, while I abide in him, produces much fruit..." (John 15:5).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
When you abide in something, it becomes your very source for life. Did you know God wants you to live in Him? He wants to be your source. Abiding in God means you rely on Him for everything. You rely on Him for your strength, provision, hope, joy. Like the air you breath, you rely on Him for your very life.
When you are abiding in Him, you think about Him when you go to sleep. You think about Him when you first wake up. You think about His promises all throughout the day and continually fellowship with Him in prayer. You make Him your number one priority and stay connected with other believers at church. Notice what this verse says: you will produce much fruit. When you are connected to God, everything you set your hand to will be fruitful and blessed. Just like a branch thrives when it is connected to the vine, you're going to thrive and be prosperous when you are connected to Almighty God. Depend on Him today and make Him your number one priority. As you abide in Him, He will pour out His abundant favor on you and you will live in blessing all the days of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Father in Heaven, today I am abiding in You. Like the air I breathe, I am totally dependent on You. Thank You for your promise of blessing me and helping me to always be a blessing to other people. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Position
Positioned for Blessing
Today's Scripture
"How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity...for there the Lord has commanded the blessing..." (Psalm 133:1-3).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God loves you so much. He longs to bless you in every area of your life. Deuteronomy says that He wants to bless you when you come in, and when you go out. He wants to bless you when you're in the city, and bless you when you're in the country. He wants to bless and prosper everything you set your hand to. When you are living in peace and unity with the people in your life, you are positioning yourself for God's blessing. Living in unity doesn't mean you always have to agree with everyone. It means that you look for common ground and refuse to allow strife to enter into your relationships. Choose today to focus on the things that bring you together. Focus on your faith in God and dependence on His Word. As you live in unity God will pour out His favor and blessing in your life and you will live the abundant life He has planed for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your promise of blessing in my life. I choose Your ways today and ask that You help me live in unity with the people in my life. Thank You for leading me guiding me in all things. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
"How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity...for there the Lord has commanded the blessing..." (Psalm 133:1-3).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God loves you so much. He longs to bless you in every area of your life. Deuteronomy says that He wants to bless you when you come in, and when you go out. He wants to bless you when you're in the city, and bless you when you're in the country. He wants to bless and prosper everything you set your hand to. When you are living in peace and unity with the people in your life, you are positioning yourself for God's blessing. Living in unity doesn't mean you always have to agree with everyone. It means that you look for common ground and refuse to allow strife to enter into your relationships. Choose today to focus on the things that bring you together. Focus on your faith in God and dependence on His Word. As you live in unity God will pour out His favor and blessing in your life and you will live the abundant life He has planed for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your promise of blessing in my life. I choose Your ways today and ask that You help me live in unity with the people in my life. Thank You for leading me guiding me in all things. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Agape' Love
Perfect Love
Today's Scripture
"There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives our fear" (I John 4:18).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
The scripture tells us that God is love. He is perfect and His love for us is perfect. There is nothing you can do right now to make God love you more, and nothing you can do to make Him love you any less. His love towards you is steadfast, it's unchanging. His arms are always stretched out towards you. He's always ready for you to come to Him.
Sometimes people aren't sure how God feels about them. They think He might be mad at them. But the scripture tells us just the opposite. God's not mad at you, He's madly in love with you! It doesn't matter what you've done or where you've come from, God's arms are open to you. He's longing to show you His goodness and grace. It's His kindness that leads us to repent and change our ways. Open your heart today and receive His love. Let His perfect love drive fear out of your life and make you new. As you receive His love, you'll experience His freedom and you'll live in blessing in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Father God, I humbly come before You, giving You all that I am. I invite You to fill me with Your perfect love that casts out all fear. Fill me with Your peace and joy today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
"There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives our fear" (I John 4:18).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
The scripture tells us that God is love. He is perfect and His love for us is perfect. There is nothing you can do right now to make God love you more, and nothing you can do to make Him love you any less. His love towards you is steadfast, it's unchanging. His arms are always stretched out towards you. He's always ready for you to come to Him.
Sometimes people aren't sure how God feels about them. They think He might be mad at them. But the scripture tells us just the opposite. God's not mad at you, He's madly in love with you! It doesn't matter what you've done or where you've come from, God's arms are open to you. He's longing to show you His goodness and grace. It's His kindness that leads us to repent and change our ways. Open your heart today and receive His love. Let His perfect love drive fear out of your life and make you new. As you receive His love, you'll experience His freedom and you'll live in blessing in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Father God, I humbly come before You, giving You all that I am. I invite You to fill me with Your perfect love that casts out all fear. Fill me with Your peace and joy today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
This is the day
This is the Day
Today's Scripture
"This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Every day that we are given is a precious gift from Almighty God. We should wake up every morning with a grateful attitude, full of faith and expectancy for what the Lord has in store. Sure, you may be facing some challenges in your every day life, or maybe things aren't going the way you planned, but remember, each new day is a chance to stand strong in the midst of adversity and see the faithfulness of God. Every new day is an opportunity to praise and thank Him; to magnify your God instead of magnifying your problems. This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! Be glad that God has promised to never leave us or forsake us. Be glad that God has given you a sound, healthy mind. Rejoice that He is making a way where there seems to be no way! As you focus on the gift of every day and rejoice in what God has done in your life, you will begin to experience His increase and blessings. You'll rise up higher and set the course to live in victory all the days of your life!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to rejoice in You. Thank You for this day and for every opportunity that You've given me to bless and praise You. I give You everything I am today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
"This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Every day that we are given is a precious gift from Almighty God. We should wake up every morning with a grateful attitude, full of faith and expectancy for what the Lord has in store. Sure, you may be facing some challenges in your every day life, or maybe things aren't going the way you planned, but remember, each new day is a chance to stand strong in the midst of adversity and see the faithfulness of God. Every new day is an opportunity to praise and thank Him; to magnify your God instead of magnifying your problems. This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! Be glad that God has promised to never leave us or forsake us. Be glad that God has given you a sound, healthy mind. Rejoice that He is making a way where there seems to be no way! As you focus on the gift of every day and rejoice in what God has done in your life, you will begin to experience His increase and blessings. You'll rise up higher and set the course to live in victory all the days of your life!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to rejoice in You. Thank You for this day and for every opportunity that You've given me to bless and praise You. I give You everything I am today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Worry
Refuse to Worry
Today's Scripture
"Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God doesn't want you to live worried and anxious about anything. He knows that worry is counterproductive. It steals your peace and joy and affects every area of your life, even your sleep! Have you heard the saying, "Don't worry yourself sick?" Yes, worrying will actually make you physically ill. You won't ever gain anything by worrying, in fact it causes you to lose precious moments that you can never live again. The good news is, God has promised to bring you victory over worry. When you make the choice to put an end to worry, God will give you His peace.
Decide today to put an end to worry in your life. Don't feed worry by focusing on bad news all the time. Sure, we should be informed, but we should be most informed of the truth of the Word of God. Choose today to feed your faith and fill your heart and mind with God's promises. Declare everyday, "My God shall supply all my needs. He makes a way out of no way. He is a Restorer and Redeemer." As you focus on God's Word, you'll drive out worry and fill your heart with faith and expectancy. You'll be filled with hope and joy and move forward into the blessings God has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to put an end to worry in my life. I choose to feed my faith by studying in Your promises and declare your Word over my life. Help me to totally trust in You today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
"Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God doesn't want you to live worried and anxious about anything. He knows that worry is counterproductive. It steals your peace and joy and affects every area of your life, even your sleep! Have you heard the saying, "Don't worry yourself sick?" Yes, worrying will actually make you physically ill. You won't ever gain anything by worrying, in fact it causes you to lose precious moments that you can never live again. The good news is, God has promised to bring you victory over worry. When you make the choice to put an end to worry, God will give you His peace.
Decide today to put an end to worry in your life. Don't feed worry by focusing on bad news all the time. Sure, we should be informed, but we should be most informed of the truth of the Word of God. Choose today to feed your faith and fill your heart and mind with God's promises. Declare everyday, "My God shall supply all my needs. He makes a way out of no way. He is a Restorer and Redeemer." As you focus on God's Word, you'll drive out worry and fill your heart with faith and expectancy. You'll be filled with hope and joy and move forward into the blessings God has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to put an end to worry in my life. I choose to feed my faith by studying in Your promises and declare your Word over my life. Help me to totally trust in You today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Worry
Refuse to Worry
Today's Scripture
"Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God doesn't want you to live worried and anxious about anything. He knows that worry is counterproductive. It steals your peace and joy and affects every area of your life, even your sleep! Have you heard the saying, "Don't worry yourself sick?" Yes, worrying will actually make you physically ill. You won't ever gain anything by worrying, in fact it causes you to lose precious moments that you can never live again. The good news is, God has promised to bring you victory over worry. When you make the choice to put an end to worry, God will give you His peace.
Decide today to put an end to worry in your life. Don't feed worry by focusing on bad news all the time. Sure, we should be informed, but we should be most informed of the truth of the Word of God. Choose today to feed your faith and fill your heart and mind with God's promises. Declare everyday, "My God shall supply all my needs. He makes a way out of no way. He is a Restorer and Redeemer." As you focus on God's Word, you'll drive out worry and fill your heart with faith and expectancy. You'll be filled with hope and joy and move forward into the blessings God has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to put an end to worry in my life. I choose to feed my faith by studying in Your promises and declare your Word over my life. Help me to totally trust in You today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
"Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God doesn't want you to live worried and anxious about anything. He knows that worry is counterproductive. It steals your peace and joy and affects every area of your life, even your sleep! Have you heard the saying, "Don't worry yourself sick?" Yes, worrying will actually make you physically ill. You won't ever gain anything by worrying, in fact it causes you to lose precious moments that you can never live again. The good news is, God has promised to bring you victory over worry. When you make the choice to put an end to worry, God will give you His peace.
Decide today to put an end to worry in your life. Don't feed worry by focusing on bad news all the time. Sure, we should be informed, but we should be most informed of the truth of the Word of God. Choose today to feed your faith and fill your heart and mind with God's promises. Declare everyday, "My God shall supply all my needs. He makes a way out of no way. He is a Restorer and Redeemer." As you focus on God's Word, you'll drive out worry and fill your heart with faith and expectancy. You'll be filled with hope and joy and move forward into the blessings God has in store for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, today I choose to put an end to worry in my life. I choose to feed my faith by studying in Your promises and declare your Word over my life. Help me to totally trust in You today and always. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Don't Give Up
Don’t Give Up
Today's Scripture
“So let’s not get tired of what doing good what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” (Galatians 6:9).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Are you believing God for something? Is it taking longer than you thought or expected? No matter how long you may have been standing, don’t give up! Your season is coming. Your harvest of blessing is on its way. It might be today, it might be tomorrow, it might be next week, next month or next year, but remember, at the right time you will experience your breakthrough. Be encouraged today because God is faithful and His promises are true. Keep standing, keep hoping, keep believing. Keep doing good. Keep declaring the promises of God over your life. Choose to be around people who are going to encourage you and fill your heart and mind with God’s Word. Let a song of praise come out of your mouth. As you continue to press on in faith and keep an attitude of victory, you will see your harvest of blessing and live as an overcomer in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your faithfulness in my life. Fill me with Your strength to keep doing good and standing firm until I see my harvest of blessing. Thank You for Your peace in my life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“So let’s not get tired of what doing good what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” (Galatians 6:9).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Are you believing God for something? Is it taking longer than you thought or expected? No matter how long you may have been standing, don’t give up! Your season is coming. Your harvest of blessing is on its way. It might be today, it might be tomorrow, it might be next week, next month or next year, but remember, at the right time you will experience your breakthrough. Be encouraged today because God is faithful and His promises are true. Keep standing, keep hoping, keep believing. Keep doing good. Keep declaring the promises of God over your life. Choose to be around people who are going to encourage you and fill your heart and mind with God’s Word. Let a song of praise come out of your mouth. As you continue to press on in faith and keep an attitude of victory, you will see your harvest of blessing and live as an overcomer in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your faithfulness in my life. Fill me with Your strength to keep doing good and standing firm until I see my harvest of blessing. Thank You for Your peace in my life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Who God Is
Who is God?- Part 2
GOD IS UNSEARCHABLE- His ways are past finding out
Job 11:7-9 KJV
Canst thou by searching find out God?
canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection?
(8) It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do?
deeper than hell; what canst thou know?
(9) The measure thereof is longer than the earth,
and broader than the sea.
Job 37:23-24 KJV
Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out:
he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice:
he will not afflict.
(24) Men do therefore fear him:
he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.
Psa 145:1-5 KJV
I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
(2) Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
(3) Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised;
and his greatness is unsearchable.
(4) One generation shall praise thy works to another,
and shall declare thy mighty acts.
(5) I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty,
and of thy wondrous works.
(Job 5:8-13 KJV)
I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause:
{9} Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number:
{10} Who giveth rain upon the earth, and sendeth waters upon the fields:
{11} To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety.
{12} He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot perform their enterprise.
{13} He taketh the wise in their own craftiness:
and the counsel of the froward is carried headlong.*
*{ie. the twisted plans of corrupt men turn back to bite them}
Isa 40:28-31 KJV
Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard,
that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth,
fainteth not, neither is weary?
there is no searching of his understanding.
(29) He giveth power to the faint;
and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
(30) Even the youths shall faint and be weary,
and the young men shall utterly fall:
(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.
Rom 11:33-36 KJV
O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
(34) For who hath known the mind of the Lord?
or who hath been his counsellor?
(35) Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?
(36) For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things:
to whom be glory for ever. Amen.
GOD IS UNCORRUPTIBLE- (Holy and undefiled)-(Grk=Undecaying in essence or continuance, immortal.
Rom 1:16-25 KJV
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ:
for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth;
to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
(17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith:
as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
(18) For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven
against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men,
who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
(19) Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them;
for God hath shewed it unto them.
(20) For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen,
being understood by the things that are made,
even his eternal power and Godhead;
so that they are without excuse:
(21) Because that, when they knew God,
they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful;
but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
(22) Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,
(23) And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man,
and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.
(24) Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts,
to dishonour their own bodies between themselves:
(25) Who changed the truth of God into a lie,
and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator,
who is blessed for ever. Amen.
(Heb 7:24-26 KJV)
But this man(Jesus Christ), because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood.
{25} Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him,
seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.
{26} For such an high priest became us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled,
separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;
GOD IS IMMORTAL
1Ti 1:17 KJV
Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible,
the only wise God,
be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
1Ti 6:14-19 KJV
That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable,
until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:
(15) Which in his times he shall shew,
who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;
(16) Who only hath immortality,
dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto;
whom no man hath seen, nor can see:
to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.
(17) Charge them that are rich in this world,
that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches,
but in the living God,
who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
(18) That they do good, that they be rich in good works,
ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
(19) Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come,
that they may lay hold on eternal life.
GOD IS IMMUTABLE- unchanging, eternal, not susceptable to change.
(Heb 13:8 KJV)
Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
(Psa 90:2-4 KJV)
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world,
even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.
{3} Thou turnest man to destruction; and sayest, Return, ye children of men.
{4} For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past,
and as a watch in the night.
Psa 102:24-28 KJV
I said, O my God, take me not away in the midst of my days:
thy years are throughout all generations.
(25) Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth:
and the heavens are the work of thy hands.
(26) They shall perish, but thou shalt endure:
yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment;
as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be changed:
(27) But thou art the same, and thy years shall have no end.
(28) The children of thy servants shall continue,
and their seed shall be established before thee.
(Isa 44:6-8 KJV)
Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts;
I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.
{7} And who, as I, shall call, and shall declare it, and set it in order for me,
since I appointed the ancient people? and the things that are coming, and shall come, let them show unto them.
{8} Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it?
ye are even my witnesses.
Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any.
Jam 1:17-20 KJV
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above,
and cometh down from the Father of lights,
with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
(18) Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth,
that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
(19) Wherefore, my beloved brethren,
let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
(20) For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
GOD ONLY IS WISE
(Rom 11:33-36 KJV)
O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
{34} For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counsellor?
{35} Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?
{36} For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things:
to whom be glory for ever. Amen.
Rom 16:25-27 KJV
Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel,
and the preaching of Jesus Christ,
according to the revelation of the mystery,
which was kept secret since the world began,
(26) But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets,
according to the commandment of the everlasting God,
made known to all nations for the obedience of faith:
(27) To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen.
1Ti 1:15-17 KJV
This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation,
that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.
(16) Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy,
that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering,
for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
(17) Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible,
the only wise God,
be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
(Gal 1:3-5 KJV)
Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,
{4} Who gave himself for our sins,
that he might deliver us from this present evil world,
according to the will of God and our Father:
{5} To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
GOD IS UNSEARCHABLE- His ways are past finding out
Job 11:7-9 KJV
Canst thou by searching find out God?
canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection?
(8) It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do?
deeper than hell; what canst thou know?
(9) The measure thereof is longer than the earth,
and broader than the sea.
Job 37:23-24 KJV
Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out:
he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice:
he will not afflict.
(24) Men do therefore fear him:
he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.
Psa 145:1-5 KJV
I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
(2) Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
(3) Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised;
and his greatness is unsearchable.
(4) One generation shall praise thy works to another,
and shall declare thy mighty acts.
(5) I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty,
and of thy wondrous works.
(Job 5:8-13 KJV)
I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause:
{9} Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number:
{10} Who giveth rain upon the earth, and sendeth waters upon the fields:
{11} To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety.
{12} He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot perform their enterprise.
{13} He taketh the wise in their own craftiness:
and the counsel of the froward is carried headlong.*
*{ie. the twisted plans of corrupt men turn back to bite them}
Isa 40:28-31 KJV
Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard,
that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth,
fainteth not, neither is weary?
there is no searching of his understanding.
(29) He giveth power to the faint;
and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
(30) Even the youths shall faint and be weary,
and the young men shall utterly fall:
(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.
Rom 11:33-36 KJV
O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
(34) For who hath known the mind of the Lord?
or who hath been his counsellor?
(35) Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?
(36) For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things:
to whom be glory for ever. Amen.
GOD IS UNCORRUPTIBLE- (Holy and undefiled)-(Grk=Undecaying in essence or continuance, immortal.
Rom 1:16-25 KJV
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ:
for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth;
to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
(17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith:
as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
(18) For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven
against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men,
who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
(19) Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them;
for God hath shewed it unto them.
(20) For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen,
being understood by the things that are made,
even his eternal power and Godhead;
so that they are without excuse:
(21) Because that, when they knew God,
they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful;
but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
(22) Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,
(23) And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man,
and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.
(24) Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts,
to dishonour their own bodies between themselves:
(25) Who changed the truth of God into a lie,
and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator,
who is blessed for ever. Amen.
(Heb 7:24-26 KJV)
But this man(Jesus Christ), because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood.
{25} Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him,
seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.
{26} For such an high priest became us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled,
separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;
GOD IS IMMORTAL
1Ti 1:17 KJV
Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible,
the only wise God,
be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
1Ti 6:14-19 KJV
That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable,
until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:
(15) Which in his times he shall shew,
who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;
(16) Who only hath immortality,
dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto;
whom no man hath seen, nor can see:
to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.
(17) Charge them that are rich in this world,
that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches,
but in the living God,
who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
(18) That they do good, that they be rich in good works,
ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
(19) Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come,
that they may lay hold on eternal life.
GOD IS IMMUTABLE- unchanging, eternal, not susceptable to change.
(Heb 13:8 KJV)
Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
(Psa 90:2-4 KJV)
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world,
even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.
{3} Thou turnest man to destruction; and sayest, Return, ye children of men.
{4} For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past,
and as a watch in the night.
Psa 102:24-28 KJV
I said, O my God, take me not away in the midst of my days:
thy years are throughout all generations.
(25) Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth:
and the heavens are the work of thy hands.
(26) They shall perish, but thou shalt endure:
yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment;
as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be changed:
(27) But thou art the same, and thy years shall have no end.
(28) The children of thy servants shall continue,
and their seed shall be established before thee.
(Isa 44:6-8 KJV)
Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts;
I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.
{7} And who, as I, shall call, and shall declare it, and set it in order for me,
since I appointed the ancient people? and the things that are coming, and shall come, let them show unto them.
{8} Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it?
ye are even my witnesses.
Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any.
Jam 1:17-20 KJV
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above,
and cometh down from the Father of lights,
with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
(18) Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth,
that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
(19) Wherefore, my beloved brethren,
let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
(20) For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
GOD ONLY IS WISE
(Rom 11:33-36 KJV)
O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
{34} For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counsellor?
{35} Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?
{36} For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things:
to whom be glory for ever. Amen.
Rom 16:25-27 KJV
Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel,
and the preaching of Jesus Christ,
according to the revelation of the mystery,
which was kept secret since the world began,
(26) But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets,
according to the commandment of the everlasting God,
made known to all nations for the obedience of faith:
(27) To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen.
1Ti 1:15-17 KJV
This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation,
that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.
(16) Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy,
that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering,
for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
(17) Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible,
the only wise God,
be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
(Gal 1:3-5 KJV)
Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,
{4} Who gave himself for our sins,
that he might deliver us from this present evil world,
according to the will of God and our Father:
{5} To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Your Thoughts
Set Your Thoughts
Today's Scripture
“Set your minds and keep them set on what is above, the higher things, not on the things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:2).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Faith is simply seeing what God sees. It’s choosing God’s way, even when things look differently in the natural. When you set your thoughts on higher things, you are looking at life through your eyes of faith and seeing what God sees. For example, you may have a financial need today, but when you look higher, you see God’s promise to supply all your needs according to His riches in glory. You may have sickness in your body today, but when you look higher, you see that Jesus paid for your sickness and diseases. You may feel lonely today, but when you look higher, you see that God has promised to never leave you nor forsake you. As you study the Word of God, you are setting your thoughts on higher things. As you set your thoughts on higher things, your faith will become stronger, and you will begin to see those things become reality in your life. You’ll see God’s hand of blessing, and you will live the abundant life He has prepared for you.
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, I choose to set my thoughts on higher things. I choose to focus on Your ways, knowing that You have a good plan for my life. I bless Your holy Name, today and always. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“Set your minds and keep them set on what is above, the higher things, not on the things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:2).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Faith is simply seeing what God sees. It’s choosing God’s way, even when things look differently in the natural. When you set your thoughts on higher things, you are looking at life through your eyes of faith and seeing what God sees. For example, you may have a financial need today, but when you look higher, you see God’s promise to supply all your needs according to His riches in glory. You may have sickness in your body today, but when you look higher, you see that Jesus paid for your sickness and diseases. You may feel lonely today, but when you look higher, you see that God has promised to never leave you nor forsake you. As you study the Word of God, you are setting your thoughts on higher things. As you set your thoughts on higher things, your faith will become stronger, and you will begin to see those things become reality in your life. You’ll see God’s hand of blessing, and you will live the abundant life He has prepared for you.
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, I choose to set my thoughts on higher things. I choose to focus on Your ways, knowing that You have a good plan for my life. I bless Your holy Name, today and always. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
No Condemnation
No Condemnation
Today's Scripture
“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus and walk not after the dictates of the flesh, but after the dictates of the Spirit” (Romans 8:1).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Jesus came to break the curse of sin, shame and condemnation in our lives. He came so that we could see things the way God sees them. Do you know how God sees you? He sees you as valuable. He sees you as strong. He sees you as capable, talented and trustworthy. The voice of condemnation says exactly the opposite. Condemnation is a loss of value. It’s the accusing voice of the enemy that says, “You’re not good enough…you’ll never be good enough...you’re a failure.” Condemnation is never from God. The Bible tells us there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. When you embrace and declare God’s truth in your life, you activate His power to overcome the voice of condemnation. No matter how you may be feeling, wake up every morning and declare that the Greater One lives in you. Declare that you are strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Declare that He loves you and has called you according to His purpose. Choose to see yourself as valuable, the way God sees you. Embrace His truth so that you can overcome condemnation and live in victory all the days of your life!
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, thank You for setting me free from condemnation. Thank You for believing in me and filling me with Your vision for my life. Help me to see my life the way You see it. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus and walk not after the dictates of the flesh, but after the dictates of the Spirit” (Romans 8:1).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Jesus came to break the curse of sin, shame and condemnation in our lives. He came so that we could see things the way God sees them. Do you know how God sees you? He sees you as valuable. He sees you as strong. He sees you as capable, talented and trustworthy. The voice of condemnation says exactly the opposite. Condemnation is a loss of value. It’s the accusing voice of the enemy that says, “You’re not good enough…you’ll never be good enough...you’re a failure.” Condemnation is never from God. The Bible tells us there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. When you embrace and declare God’s truth in your life, you activate His power to overcome the voice of condemnation. No matter how you may be feeling, wake up every morning and declare that the Greater One lives in you. Declare that you are strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Declare that He loves you and has called you according to His purpose. Choose to see yourself as valuable, the way God sees you. Embrace His truth so that you can overcome condemnation and live in victory all the days of your life!
A Prayer for Today
Father in heaven, thank You for setting me free from condemnation. Thank You for believing in me and filling me with Your vision for my life. Help me to see my life the way You see it. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Thank You Daddy
"When You ThoughtI Wasn't Looking"
When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you hang my first painting on therefrigerator, and I immediately wantedto paint another one.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you feed a stray puppy and I learnedthat it was good to be kind to animals.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you make my favorite cake for meand I learned that the little things canbe the special things in life.When you thought I wasn't looking,I heard you say a prayer and I knew thereis a GOD I could always talk to and I learnedto trust in GOD.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you make a meal and take it to a friendwho was sick and I learned that we all haveto help take care of each other.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you give of your time and money to helppeople who had nothing and I learned thatthose who have something should give tothose who don't.When you thought I wasn't looking,I felt you kiss me good night and I feltsafe and loved.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you taking care of our house andeveryone in it and I learned we have to takecare of what we are given.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw how you handled your responsibilities,even when you didn't feel good and I learnedthat I would have to be responsible whenI grow up.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw tears come from your eyes and I learnedthat sometimes things hurt, but it'sall right to cry.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw that you cared and I wanted to beeverything that I could be.When you thought I wasn't looking,I learned most of life's lessons that I needto know to be a good and productive personwhen I grow up.When you thought I wasn't looking,I looked at you and wanted to say,"Thanks for all the things I saw whenyou thought I wasn't looking."
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When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you hang my first painting on therefrigerator, and I immediately wantedto paint another one.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you feed a stray puppy and I learnedthat it was good to be kind to animals.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you make my favorite cake for meand I learned that the little things canbe the special things in life.When you thought I wasn't looking,I heard you say a prayer and I knew thereis a GOD I could always talk to and I learnedto trust in GOD.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you make a meal and take it to a friendwho was sick and I learned that we all haveto help take care of each other.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you give of your time and money to helppeople who had nothing and I learned thatthose who have something should give tothose who don't.When you thought I wasn't looking,I felt you kiss me good night and I feltsafe and loved.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw you taking care of our house andeveryone in it and I learned we have to takecare of what we are given.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw how you handled your responsibilities,even when you didn't feel good and I learnedthat I would have to be responsible whenI grow up.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw tears come from your eyes and I learnedthat sometimes things hurt, but it'sall right to cry.When you thought I wasn't looking,I saw that you cared and I wanted to beeverything that I could be.When you thought I wasn't looking,I learned most of life's lessons that I needto know to be a good and productive personwhen I grow up.When you thought I wasn't looking,I looked at you and wanted to say,"Thanks for all the things I saw whenyou thought I wasn't looking."
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Wednesday, June 11, 2008
ReFlect
Reflect Him
Today's Scripture
“Let this same attitude and purpose and humble mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus. Let Him be your example in humility” (Philippians 2:5 AMP).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
When you reflect something, you are exhibiting its likeness. You are displaying its characteristics. Like a mirror, the Bible tells us that we should reflect the character and likeness of Jesus. We should have His same attitude. That may sound like a pretty tall order; after all, Jesus was the Son of God. But remember, when we accept Him as our Lord and Savior, we become sons and daughters of the Most High God, too. We become empowered by the same spirit that raised Christ from the dead. That means we have the same spirit of humility—the same strength, the same love, the same power on the inside. We are empowered to follow His example and do what He did. When Jesus walked the earth, the scripture says He went around doing good and bringing healing to others, physically, spiritually and emotionally. That’s what we should be doing, too. Notice this verse starts by saying, “Let…” We have to invite God into our attitude and actions. Choose today to invite Him to work in you. As you do, you will reflect Him in your attitude and actions and bring good to others, and you will reap an abundant harvest of blessing in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I invite You to dwell in my thoughts, heart and attitude. I choose to follow Your example and bring good to others. Help me to be a pure reflection of Your love in everything I do. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“Let this same attitude and purpose and humble mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus. Let Him be your example in humility” (Philippians 2:5 AMP).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
When you reflect something, you are exhibiting its likeness. You are displaying its characteristics. Like a mirror, the Bible tells us that we should reflect the character and likeness of Jesus. We should have His same attitude. That may sound like a pretty tall order; after all, Jesus was the Son of God. But remember, when we accept Him as our Lord and Savior, we become sons and daughters of the Most High God, too. We become empowered by the same spirit that raised Christ from the dead. That means we have the same spirit of humility—the same strength, the same love, the same power on the inside. We are empowered to follow His example and do what He did. When Jesus walked the earth, the scripture says He went around doing good and bringing healing to others, physically, spiritually and emotionally. That’s what we should be doing, too. Notice this verse starts by saying, “Let…” We have to invite God into our attitude and actions. Choose today to invite Him to work in you. As you do, you will reflect Him in your attitude and actions and bring good to others, and you will reap an abundant harvest of blessing in every area of your life.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I invite You to dwell in my thoughts, heart and attitude. I choose to follow Your example and bring good to others. Help me to be a pure reflection of Your love in everything I do. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
As it is
As It Is in Heaven
Today's Scripture
“Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God longs to give you a glimpse of heaven while you are here on earth. He wants to show you His wonderful plan and bring it to pass in your life. Have you ever thought about how God’s will is accomplished in heaven? In heaven, God’s will is automatic. There are no opposing forces of darkness or anything that would come against His will. On earth, His will is activated in our lives when we first make Jesus our Lord and Savior; and then we must choose to come into agreement with His will on a daily basis through our thoughts, our words and our actions. On earth, we have to stand against the forces of darkness. We have to refuse those negative, self-defeating thoughts. As you open your heart to the Word of God and invite His will to be done in your life, it says in Ephesians 6 that you will be empowered by your union with Him. As you declare what God says about you, you will overcome all opposition, and you will see God’s will in your life as it is in heaven!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I humbly come to You today and invite Your will to be done in my life. I submit every area of my heart to You. Let everything I say and do bring glory to You. In Jesus Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
God longs to give you a glimpse of heaven while you are here on earth. He wants to show you His wonderful plan and bring it to pass in your life. Have you ever thought about how God’s will is accomplished in heaven? In heaven, God’s will is automatic. There are no opposing forces of darkness or anything that would come against His will. On earth, His will is activated in our lives when we first make Jesus our Lord and Savior; and then we must choose to come into agreement with His will on a daily basis through our thoughts, our words and our actions. On earth, we have to stand against the forces of darkness. We have to refuse those negative, self-defeating thoughts. As you open your heart to the Word of God and invite His will to be done in your life, it says in Ephesians 6 that you will be empowered by your union with Him. As you declare what God says about you, you will overcome all opposition, and you will see God’s will in your life as it is in heaven!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I humbly come to You today and invite Your will to be done in my life. I submit every area of my heart to You. Let everything I say and do bring glory to You. In Jesus Name. Amen.
Monday, June 9, 2008
Promise
Press Towards the Promise
Today's Scripture
“Imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises” (Hebrews 6:12).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Are you facing a challenge today that seems overwhelming? Through faith and patience, you will see God’s promises come to pass in your life. Understand that the enemy always fights the hardest when he knows you are closest to your breakthrough. He’d leave you alone if he thought you were going to live in mediocrity. If you keep pressing on toward your promise, through faith and patience, you will get there. Don’t be like the Israelites in the Old Testament who were right next to their promised land when they talked themselves out of it. They said, “There are giants in the land. It’s too difficult.” No, don’t look at the obstacles in your life today; lift up your eyes because you serve Almighty God. Follow the example of Abraham who believed God even when his circumstances looked impossible. Remember, God rewards the people who seek after Him. Stand in faith and keep believing because God will take you places that you never dreamed. As you press toward the promise, you will see God’s hand of blessing in your life and live in the victory He has prepared for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I come to You today choosing to believe Your promises. Fill me with Your faith and patience to press through to victory. I give You all the glory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Today's Scripture
“Imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises” (Hebrews 6:12).
Today's Word from Joel and Victoria
Are you facing a challenge today that seems overwhelming? Through faith and patience, you will see God’s promises come to pass in your life. Understand that the enemy always fights the hardest when he knows you are closest to your breakthrough. He’d leave you alone if he thought you were going to live in mediocrity. If you keep pressing on toward your promise, through faith and patience, you will get there. Don’t be like the Israelites in the Old Testament who were right next to their promised land when they talked themselves out of it. They said, “There are giants in the land. It’s too difficult.” No, don’t look at the obstacles in your life today; lift up your eyes because you serve Almighty God. Follow the example of Abraham who believed God even when his circumstances looked impossible. Remember, God rewards the people who seek after Him. Stand in faith and keep believing because God will take you places that you never dreamed. As you press toward the promise, you will see God’s hand of blessing in your life and live in the victory He has prepared for you.
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, I come to You today choosing to believe Your promises. Fill me with Your faith and patience to press through to victory. I give You all the glory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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