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.
Thursday, January 31, 2019
But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. (NLT) -Isaiah 40:31
Exhaustion is apart of what it is to be human. We have limits and often feel the end of ourselves. God offers us a constant source of strength, when we run out of ability. As you go through your day, revisit these words. Allow them to comfort and alleviate the stress and suffering you may be experiencing. Take a deep breath and rely on His strength, not your own.
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
A Jewish man was traveling on a trip from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he was attacked by bandits. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him up, and left him half dead beside the road. By chance a priest came along. But when he saw the man lying there, he crossed to the other side of the road and passed him by. (NLT) -Luke 10:30-31
When you see someone in need, do you secretly pout and groan inside? Being a Christian we are responsible to help others. However, sometimes we turn the other way and cross to the other side of the road. A lot of times we just don't want to get involved, lose time, or hear a sob story. Be generous with your mercy.
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Tuesday, January 29, 2019
But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent. (NLT) -2 Peter 3:8-9
God’s approach to time is filled with mystery. He works outside the constraints of our human daily existence. This reality can feel frustrating but really it’s an amazing gift. God is patient for you! He wants the best for your life. He works outside the rush that fills our days, in order to make a better story for us all.
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“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.
Matthew 5:14-16 NKJV
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Monday, January 28, 2019
Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory. (NLT) -Luke 21:27
Christ left us with a promise that one day He will come back with glory. While times may only get tougher we know a sweet, beautiful reward is being fulfilled. Because of these hard times we know we get closer to the return of the Lord. As you walk through today, remember the cloud is coming and everyone will see it too.
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Sunday, January 27, 2019
For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. (NLT) -Galatians 3:26
It's easy to get carried away thinking good works and acts of kindness will make us right with God. Sometimes we put so much faith in our our own abilities that we lose the need for God. However, the Bible is very clear we cannot do enough good deeds to enter heaven. Be comforted in knowing our faith in Jesus will cover us. Yet, even if we believe, it is still easy to slip into performance based thinking where we must accomplish X,Y, and Z in order for God to love us.
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For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Ephesians%206%3A12-Ephesians%206%3A13&version=KJV
Saturday, January 26, 2019
But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. (NLT) -1 Timothy 6:9
Ask around and everyone will tell you they wish they had more money. But yet, more than likely, there is food on the table and clothes on their backs. We must be diligent in our thoughts to avoid longing to be rich. This greediness leaves us vulnerable to take risks that lead to ruin all for the sake of being rich. Seek out contentment in the Lord and you will receive many blessings.
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Friday, January 25, 2019
Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. (NLT) -Proverbs 3:3
Kindness is what it looks like to to be a Christ follower. You should stand out in your workplace and community as a kind person. Kindness should color your every interaction, from checking out at the grocery store to how you address your spouse. Let kindness define your actions today.
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Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Philippians%204%3A8&version=KJV
1 John 2:1-2 KJV
My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: [2] And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
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Thursday, January 24, 2019
Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too. (NLT) -Philippians 2:4
What are you doing to raise up and grow the faiths of others? Are you investing back into the community of your church from which you receive much yourself? Be intentional about taking an interest in someone else's faith. Leverage the relationship with your children's friends to bring them to church. Mentor someone and help them grow to be a better person. Tap into your connections to help a friend find work. This week identify someone you want to reach out to, strategize how you can assist them, make an action plan, then follow through.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2019
When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers— the moon and the stars you set in place— 4 what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them? (NLT) -Psalm 8:3-4
When we pause to ponder the greatness of God, humility is the natural response. God holds time and space in His hands. Who are we? We are passing dust compared to His grand eternal glory. Yet, He still loves us and calls us His children. Thank God for calling you His own.
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Tuesday, January 22, 2019
They must not slander anyone and must avoid quarreling. Instead, they should be gentle and show true humility to everyone. (NLT) -Titus 3:2
When mistreated, do you speak badly about that person to others? How you portray that person gives great insight into your integrity. If you are willing to humble yourself to protect that person's image, that shows humility! This is truly a mark of integrity. After all, isn't it a reflection of ourselves in how we characterize others when walking in conflict? The next time a friend wrongs you, choose your words carefully when you speak about them.
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And Moses called unto Joshua, and said unto him in the sight of all Israel, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the LORD hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it.
Deuteronomy 31:7.
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James 4:13-14 KJV
Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: [14] Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away.
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Monday, January 21, 2019
He came into the very world he created, but the world didn’t recognize him. (NLT) -John 1:10
Sin blinds us. God made us and all of creation, yet we struggle to recognize Him. Sin takes away our ability to see God and His glorious light in His created world. Pray for God to take the blinders of sin away from your eyes, so that you can recognize Him and His handiwork all around you.
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Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Galatians%206%3A7-Galatians%206%3A8&version=KJV
Sunday, January 20, 2019
As a door swings back and forth on its hinges, so the lazy person turns over in bed. (NLT) -Proverbs 26:14
Ouch! We're all guilty of hitting the snooze button and turning over. Of course, we take shortcuts in life. But do we ever filter through our behaviors pointing out traits of laziness? Are you cheating yourself out of God's best for you by taking an easy route?
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Mark 4:24-25 KJV
And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given. [25] For he that hath, to him shall be given: and he that hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he hath.
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Saturday, January 19, 2019
Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you. (NLT) -James 1:27
Religion is about loving those that God loves. God’s heart breaks for those in distress. Start with one! Meet the need of one person who is struggling in your community. Practice true religion by changing one person's world by showing them love!
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God's will. Then you will receive all that he has promised. (NLT) -Hebrews 10:36
How do you handle unsolicited criticism? Does your pride get hurt after you've done your best and still are scoffed at? How do you handle criticism from other Christians for doing the will of God? Yes, it's difficult. But you need to carry on with a patient endurance. This endurance you can surely draw from your faith to overcome any criticism.
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There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=1%20Corinthians%2010%3A13&version=KJV
Thursday, January 17, 2019
But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world. (NLT) -1 John 4:4
Do you ever feel defeated before you even try? That is because the enemy of your soul is whispering the lie that he has the power to defeat you. The truth is, our God is greater! So step out in faith because God has the victory.
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Do all things without murmurings and disputings: That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Philippians%202%3A14-Philippians%202%3A16&version=KJV
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
"I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener." (NLT) -John 15:1
Don't we all occasionally feel like we've just had a good pruning? As a gardener, our heavenly Father will mold and shape us to be a beautiful masterpiece. At times it hurts. In the end we are fruitful because of His skillful hands. Stay open to the work God is doing in your life. In which area of your life would you like to be fruitful? Invite the gardener in.
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Ephesians 3:16-19 KJV
That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; [17] That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, [18] May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; [19] And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
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Tuesday, January 15, 2019
And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father. (NLT) -Colossians 3:17
As we approach our lives, Jesus calls us to take a posture of surrender. All we do, all we have, and everything in our lives is for and from Him! That means take note of your words and actions. They are His and consequently representative of Jesus in our world.
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Monday, January 14, 2019
Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. (NLT) -James 1:19
Notice how the word "all" is used? No one is immune. It just takes the perfect storm for a personal situation to put you over the edge. Before you feel justified to say something damaging, remember this verse. And if you're on the receiving end, be "quick" to forgive and "slow" to resent.
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If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=1%20John%204%3A20-1%20John%204%3A21&version=KJV
2 Corinthians 4:7-9 KJV
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. [8] We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; [9] Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;
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Sunday, January 13, 2019
Don't envy violent people or copy their ways. (NLT) -Proverbs 3:31
Have you ever had someone blow up at you for small reasons? Be cautious not to model after this behavior. Believe it or not, over time violence and short tempers begin to seep into our ways. We then carry forward this type of behavior even when we know it is unacceptable. Try to limit the influence of violence in your life.
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To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=2%20Corinthians%205%3A19-2%20Corinthians%205%3A20&version=KJV
Friday, January 11, 2019
And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. (NLT) -Ephesians 3:18
God’s love and ability goes beyond our human imagination! We can only comprehend His care when He gives us the power to understand. If you are struggling to see God’s love for you, ask Him to give you the power to understand it. He is faithful to reveal His love to His people.
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Thursday, January 10, 2019
Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish. (NLT) -Proverbs 18:13
Have you ever accused someone based upon limited knowledge? It's always embarrassing being set straight with the facts after you just revealed yourself to be a fool. Let's not forget that shameful feeling. Instead, let's use it as fuel to probe out the truth with an open heart instead of spouting off on half-based truth.
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Wednesday, January 09, 2019
I said to myself, “I will watch what I do and not sin in what I say. I will hold my tongue when the ungodly are around me.” (NLT) -Psalm 39:1
Righteous living is a choice. We don’t stop sinning without taking action. Watch what you do and think about the choices you are making. Do they honor God? Are they showing love towards others? Are you being salt and light to those who may be ungodly around you? If your answers don’t point to Jesus, it’s time to take action so you do not sin in what you say and do.
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Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Matthew%206%3A19-Matthew%206%3A21&version=KJV
Tuesday, January 08, 2019
If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. (NLT) -Psalm 66:18
Have you confessed to God lately? Maybe it's important you confessed about your attitude and less important about your actions. Sin can sometimes be an action based on a false belief or attitude. Example: "I don't believe God will fulfill my need, therefore I must steal it from my sister." When we sin it creates a distance between us and God. Do you have any recurring sins that are because of a false belief?
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"If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to save us. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty. But even if he doesn't, we want to make it clear to you, You Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up." (NLT) -Daniel 3:17-18
A lot of times we have our faith backwards. If God does XYZ, then I will believe. But these men had a powerful faith. Even if God didn't save them from death, they still stood their ground. Why must we have conditions met before we will stick our neck out for God? It comes down to trust. Will you still trust in God even if it appears God didn't come through?
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Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the LORD, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as ye have spoken. Hate the evil, and love the good, and establish judgment in the gate: it may be that the LORD God of hosts will be gracious unto the remnant of Joseph. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage?search=Amos%205%3A14-Amos%205%3A15&version=KJV
Seek the Lord while He may be found, Call upon Him while He is near. Let the wicked forsake his way, And the unrighteous man his thoughts; Let him return to the Lord , And He will have mercy on him; And to our God, For He will abundantly pardon.
Isaiah 55:6-7 NKJV
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Monday, January 07, 2019
So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the LORD your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” (NLT) -Deuteronomy 31:6
It’s time to ring in a new year again! If walking into a new year feels more overwhelming than exhilarating, be reminded, there is no need for fear or panic. God has personally gone ahead of you. He is with you as you walk into this new season. Let his presence bring you strength and courage as you begin a New Year of life!
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Proverbs 23:22-24 KJV
Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old. [23] Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding. [24] The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
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Sunday, January 06, 2019
So I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing. (NLT) -1 Corinthians 9:26
Do you have a purpose in life? It's important to have a purpose you are working toward otherwise the busyness of life will overcome you. Does your vision honor God first, others second, and then yourself? If you find your self wandering, floating, or even getting by, remember that the Lord has a greater plan for you. Take the time today to seek out your purpose.
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Saturday, January 05, 2019
The LORD is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him. (NLT) -Nahum 1:7
Remember that when you face trials God is close. Don’t make Him your last resort but rather your first inclination. Cover yourself in prayer and He will keep and protect you, no matter the circumstances. He is good!
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Friday, January 04, 2019
You must warn each other every day, while it is still "today," so that none of you will be deceived by sin and hardened against God. (NLT) -Hebrews 3:13
Have you ever seen anyone deceived by sin? It's easy to recognize from a distance, but it demonstrates just how vulnerable everyone is to deception. We talk ourselves into believing lies. Our hearts become hardened when we no longer care about respected opinions and shut out Godly influences. This is how a highly respected person can soon live a disgraceful life. Let's warn each other. And be wise enough to receive such warnings with openness.
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Thursday, January 03, 2019
Matthew 18:19-20 KJV
Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. [20] For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
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