Matthew 3:16-17 King James Version (KJV) 16 And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: 17 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
Friday, November 30, 2018
Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. (NLT) -John 15:4
Where does the good fruit of our lives come from? Only from the Lord! When we rest in Him our lives produce good things. Remain in Him and watch new goodness grow out of your life.
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But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=2%20Peter%203%3A10-2%20Peter%203%3A11&version=KJV
Thursday, November 29, 2018
Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. (NLT) -2 Corinthians 12:9
Do you have a need? Are your struggling with sin? Are you believing for a miracle in you life? Remember God’s grace is sufficient to meet your needs. Seek God and He will provide what you need.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. (NLT) -Romans 8:28
God is masterful in weaving events together for His glory, even if it is painful, challenging, or traumatic. When your world comes crashing down, keep your faith focused on God. He will not fail you. When your attention is focused on a solid rock, your perspective changes and the rest moves into your peripheral view. How can you stay focused on God when all else fails? Plant yourself in God's word. Be persistent in prayer. Confide in an accountability partner who is mature in their faith.
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They were calling out to each other, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven's Armies! The whole earth is filled with his glory!" (NLT) -Isaiah 6:3
Today is a day of remembering our blessings and giving thanks for all we have. If you have a hard time thinking of blessings in this world, there are many around you. God's unending love for you and another day on this earth are but a few of our blessings. Don't forget that we need to give praise and glory to God for all we are blessed with. He is the ultimate source.
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Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: "Those unwilling to work will not get to eat." (NLT) -2 Thessalonians 3:10
With so much going on in our lives today, the "unwillingness to work" doesn't appear applicable. If anything, we work way too much. However, being busy versus working on God's plan for you are two very different things. Are you willing to work on God's plan for you? There's more to His plan than just paying the bills. If you strive to work hard using the special talents He gave you, your work will be more effortless and purposeful.
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Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the LORD means safety. (NLT) -Proverbs 29:25
When we surrender our lives to Jesus, He promises to keep us safe. Safety with Jesus means He is present with you through every challenge or trial you face. When we have Jesus, His strength carries us through the best and worst of life. The beauty of the Christian life, is that God gives us what we need to thrive in our lives, no matter our circumstances!
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Monday, November 26, 2018
They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. (NLT) -Psalm 112:7
Sometimes, your head is able to trust God but your heart gets in the way. You know God loves you and has an awesome plan for you, but still your heart isn't peaceful about it. We even try to control situations in life and we don't leave room for God to step in or we don't allow our hearts to step out in faith. If we are busy planning a failsafe, how will we ever notice God at work? Are you able to see the hand of God in your life because you have left room for Him to work?
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Psalm 32:11 KJV
Be glad in the Lord , and rejoice, ye righteous: and shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart.
Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. (NLT) -Matthew 28:19
Have you ever been a part of teaching someone about Jesus Christ? When you open someone's eyes to the message of Jesus dying on the cross for our sins, it is a momentous occasion. Just think how this person's life will be changed. Picture it now, the potential for all they can accomplish and the growth they will encounter through God. Impacting a life makes a mark on eternity. Are you making a difference?
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Sunday, November 25, 2018
Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it. (NLT) -James 4:17
There are many tough decisions that we make everyday. A lot of times we simply weigh the pros and cons. However, the problem with that approach is the beneficiary is you. Shifting your thinking away from "how can I benefit?" will allow you to invite God into the choices you make. Remember, a good decision today that benefits others but cost you something will bring peace to you now with long-term benefits.
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What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 KJV
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Saturday, November 24, 2018
Are any of you suffering hardships? You should pray. Are any of you happy? You should sing praises. Are any of you sick? You should call for the elders of the church to come and pray over you, anointing you with oil in the name of the Lord. (NLT) -James 5:13-14
God wants to be apart of our daily lives. He wants to know how you are doing! He instructs us to cry out to Him when things feel hard and to give thanks when things couldn’t be better. Prayer is our direct line to God. He wants to hear from you. Make prayer apart of your daily rhythm.
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Friday, November 23, 2018
Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. (NLT) -John 15:4
In this passage Jesus is represented by the vine. He says, if you stay close to Him you will receive His nourishment to allow you to produce fruit. How can you remain in Him? Gather some friends on a regular basis and talk about your spiritual walk. Mentor some youth so when they come to you with questions, you rely on the Bible. Seek out and serve in your local food pantry. Above all, be spiritually fruitful!
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Jeremiah 29:11 KJV
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord , thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
"You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless." (NLT) -Matthew 5:13
Salt is used as a preservative to keep food fresh longer. Once it loses its usefulness the salt will get tossed out with yesterday's trash. It's difficult to imagine how salt loses its saltiness but in the context of a Christian, it's easy to see how a Christian loses their flavor. When Christians try to blend in with the world we give away the essence of a Christian. Let's do our best to keep our flavor!
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Thursday, November 22, 2018
For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. (NLT) -Ecclesiastes 3:1
Sometime's bad things happen to good people. But how do you make peace with this thought, especially when you are fighting back anger, hurt, betrayal, or loneliness? It's important to realize God has perfect timing, even when we can't understand it. Without placing your faith in His timing, you leave room for resentment, despair, and rebellion. When you can't see the work God is doing through tragedy, remain faithful in knowing God's timing is perfect.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2018
I love the LORD because he hears my voice and my prayer for mercy. (NLT) -Psalms 116:1
Knowing the unseen can sometimes feel tricky in a world that relies on the tangible to operate. God through His word, assures us that He is real and available to us when we pray. Prayer is the means that God cultivates a real loving relationship with us. As you pray today, be reminded that God hears you.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2018
"I know all the things you do, that you are neither hot nor cold. I wish that you were one or the other! But since you are lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth!" (NLT) -Revelation 3:15-16
What does it look like to be on fire for Christ? Does God see your faith as hot or cold, or worse, lukewarm? Are you thinking of ways you can impact God's kingdom? Is your day filled with busyness or is it filled with purposefulness? Maybe it's time to infuse some passion today.
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