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• Wed 1 Jul 2009 - Justified by His Grace
Justified by His Grace
But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.
He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.
Titus 3:4-7 KJV
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For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
2 Corinthians 5:21
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Therefore, my brothers, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is justified from everything you could not be justified from by the law of Moses.
Acts 13:38,39 NIV
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• Sun 21 Jun 2009 - Romans 12 ..Word to live by
Romans 12
King James Bible
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1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.
4 For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: 5 So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.
6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith;
7 Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching;
8 Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness.
9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.
10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;
12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;
13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.
14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.
17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
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• Sun 7 Jun 2009 - Feeling Dry?
Feeling Dry?
"Come, all you who are thirsty,
come to the waters;
and you who have no money,
come, buy and eat!
Come, buy wine and milk without
money and without cost.
Why spend money on what is not bread,
and your labor on what does not satisfy?
Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good,
and your soul will delight in the richest of fare.
Give ear and come to me; hear me,
that your soul may live.
I will make an everlasting covenant with you,
my faithful love promised to David.
Isaiah 55:1-2 NIV
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On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice,
"If anyone is thirsty,
let him come to me and drink.
Whoever believes in me,
as the Scripture has said,
streams of living water will flow from within him."
By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive.
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• Sun 31 May 2009 - God Is For Us!
God Is For Us!
So, Who Will Stand Against Us?
The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by Him:
and the Lord shall cover him all the day long.
Deut. 33:12 KJV
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I have set the Lord always before me;
because He is at my right hand,
I shall not be moved.
Psalm 16:8 KJV
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The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1 KJV
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May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you. May he strengthen your hearts so that you will be blameless and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes with all his holy ones.
1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 NIV
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• Sat 30 May 2009 - TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT
TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- http://www.heartlight.org/
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May 29, 2009
VERSE:
If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
-- Galatians 5:25
http://www.SearchGodsWord.org/desk/?query=Galatians+5:25&translation=kjv
THOUGHT:
It is one thing to talk about being filled with the Spirit; it
is quite another to live under the Spirit's control and direction
in our lives. Paul is reminding us that we must do more than talk
the talk; we must walk the walk. The Holy Spirit must guide our
decisions, determine our morality, and control our speech. His
fruit -- love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,
gentleness, faithfulness, and self-control -- must be in evidence.
Paul says to Christians filled with the Spirit, "Live like it!"
PRAYER:
Holy God, thank you for your gift of your Spirit, who is alive
in me. May your Spirit guide my thoughts and mold me to be like
Jesus in words and deeds. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
http://www.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/todaysverse.cgi?day=20090529&ver=kjv
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• Sun 10 May 2009 - TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT May 10
TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- http://www.heartlight.org/
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May 10, 2009
VERSE:
The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count
slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any
should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
-- 2 Peter 3:9
http://www.SearchGodsWord.org/desk/?query=2+Peter+3:9&translation=kjv
THOUGHT:
God wants all people brought to repentance so they can receive
his grace and live with him in glory. If that is God's passion, how
can we not make it our passion?
PRAYER:
Father, I know that you hold the day of Jesus' return in your
hands, and the reason he waits to return is known only to you.
However, dear Father, I also know that you want all people to come
to know Jesus as their Savior. Please use me to share the message
of salvation and the gift of your grace with someone around me this
week. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
http://www.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/todaysverse.cgi?day=20090510&ver=kjv
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• Sun 10 May 2009 - What 5 Things Should Children Never Do To Their Parents?
What 5 Things Should Children Never Do To Their Parents?
A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
Proverbs 15:5 KJV
- Never despise their instruction
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He who robs his father and drives out his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.
Proverbs 19:26 NIV
- Never mistreat them
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He who robs his father or his mother And says, "It is not a transgression," Is the companion of a man who destroys.
Proverbs 28:24 NASB
- Never rob or steal from them
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Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness.
Proverbs 20:20 KJV
- Never curse your parents
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The eye that mocks a father and scorns a mother, The ravens of the valley will pick it out, And the young eagles will eat it.
Proverbs 30:17 NASB
- Never mock your parents
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If you have ever done these things, today is a good day to go and ask for forgiveness, confess your sin to them and seek reconciliation!
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• Sun 10 May 2009 - Children - Bless Your Mother: Do These Things!
Children - Bless Your Mother: Do These Things!
Be wise...
My son, if your heart is wise,
then my heart will be glad;
The father of a righteous man has great joy;
he who has a wise son delights in him.
May your father and mother be glad;
may she who gave you birth rejoice!
Proverbs 23:15,24-25
A wise son brings joy to his father,
but a foolish son grief to his mother
Proverbs 10:1 NIV
A wise son brings joy to his father,
but a foolish man despises his mother.
Proverbs 15:20
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Speak what is right...
My inmost being will rejoice
when your lips speak what is right.
Proverbs 23:16 NIV
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• Sat 25 Apr 2009 - The Lord is our Strength and our shield
The Lord is our Strength and our shield
If the LORD delights in a man's way,
he makes his steps firm;
Though he stumble, he will not fall,
for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
Psalm 27:23,24 NIV
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"And the LORD will continually guide you,
And satisfy your desire in scorched places,
And give strength to your bones;
And you will be like a watered garden,
And like a spring of water whose waters do not fail.
Those from among you will rebuild the ancient ruins;
You will raise up the age-old foundations;
And you will be called the repairer of the breach,
The restorer of the streets in which to dwell."
Isaiah 58:11,12 NASB
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Bow down thine ear, and hear
the words of the wise,
and apply thine heart unto my knowledge.
For it is a pleasant thing
if thou keep them within thee;
they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.
That thy trust may be in the LORD,
I have made known
to thee this day, even to thee.
Proverbs 22:17-19 KJV
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• Sat 25 Apr 2009 - TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- April 25, 2009
TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- http://www.heartlight.org/
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VERSE:
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my
help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
-- Psalm 121:1-2
http://www.SearchGodsWord.org/desk/?query=Psalm+121:1-2&translation=kjv
THOUGHT:
Since God could speak into existence the universe, and since God
knows our names and the number of the hairs on our head ... surely
we know that we can go to him for our help. Let's lift up our eyes
and our hearts to El Shaddai, Lord God of the Mountains, and know
the Almighty sees our needs, hears our requests, and cares about
our hearts.
PRAYER:
Holy and all-powerful Abba Father, I do look to you for help.
You are the one true source of redemption, power, comfort,
encouragement, hope, and excellence in my life. Please give me the
wisdom to know your will and choose your will for my life. Thank
you for being faithful through the ages to your people and
throughout my life to me. In Jesus' name. Amen.
http://www.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/todaysverse.cgi?day=20090425&ver=kjv
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• Sun 19 Apr 2009 - TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- April 18
TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT -- http://www.heartlight.org/
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April 18, 2009
VERSE:
Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we
shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at
the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be
raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible
must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.
-- 1 Corinthians 15:51-53
http://www.SearchGodsWord.org/desk/?query=1+Corinthians+15:51-53&translation=kjv
THOUGHT:
I'm going to be changed! You're going to be changed! We're not
talking about a new wardrobe or haircut. We're not talking about a
new car or a new place to live. We are talking major, heavy-duty
overhaul! We're going to be made immortal. We're going to become
indestructible. We will no longer be perishable goods! We're bound
for glory.
PRAYER:
Inspire my faith, dear Lord, to trust your timing and to lean
upon your grace. I believe that you not only know all the
mysteries, but that you hold all triumphs in your hand. Please make
me victorious, O LORD Almighty, through the mighty work of your
Son. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
http://www.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/todaysverse.cgi?day=20090418&ver=kjv
I for one am looking forward to being "changed". Praise God.
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• Fri 17 Apr 2009 - The Book of Books ..I found comfort in this today
April 17, 2009
The Book of Books
Acts 17:10-12
Scripture provides an accurate account of the heavenly Father's character, actions, and purposes. Together, the Old and New Testaments teach us that man's problem is sin and the only remedy is faith in the Son of God: Jesus Christ. Through the Bible, we learn what happens at the moment of our salvation: our sin's penalty is reckoned as paid, its power over us is broken, and the Holy Spirit becomes our daily companion.
Through His Word, God has entrusted to us the knowledge of who He is, what He is doing, and how the future will unfold for mankind. The Scriptures were intended to lead us into a growing personal relationship with the Father and to empower us for fruitful service as Christ's ambassadors (2 Cor. 5:20). In this position, we are called to follow Jesus' example in glorifying God (Matt. 5:16)--our Savior focused not on Himself but on the heavenly Father, whose plan is to reach the entire world with His saving grace.
The Father's will includes certain tasks for each of His children to accomplish (Eph. 2:10). In meditating on scriptural principles and examples, we'll be able to discern what He has in mind for us. Just as Jesus' work was to do His Father's will, that is our calling as well.
What place does this Book of books--the Bible--have in determining the course of your life? Take time today and every day to listen to the Lord, to partake of His wisdom, and to determine what He is saying to you personally. In so doing, you will orient your mind to His priorities and thinking.
For more biblical teaching and resources from Dr. Charles Stanley, please visit www.intouch.org
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• Mon 6 Apr 2009 - Todays Great Quote........Philip Yancey
The modern church rejects the outcasts of society where as these
very outcasts were the very ones who were drawn to Jesus.
-- Philip Yancey
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• Mon 6 Apr 2009 - Heartlight verse of the day...Very appropriate for our time
April 5, 2009
VERSE:
Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
-- Philippians 4:5
http://www.SearchGodsWord.org/desk/?query=Philippians+4:5&translation=kjv
THOUGHT:
Extravagant over-reaction! That's what we're programmed to seek
and to display in our modern world of sound bytes and over-hyped
personality. But gentleness, that moderating grace in the midst of
chaos and conflict, is so vital to bring the peace of God to
conflict-laden churches, families, and relationships. How can we be
gentle, how can we restrain from over-reacting to the wounds,
offenses, and slights that come our way? The Lord is near! He is
our vindication. He is our example. He is our comfort. He is our
hope. He is our strength. He is near. We are not alone and our
destiny, reputation, and value are not up to us to establish or to
defend.
PRAYER:
O LORD, my Father God, please be ever near me as I seek to be
your person of character in the middle of the chaos and conflict
around me. I ask that your presence be made known and that my
character reflect that presence in all that I do and say today, and
each day that follows. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
http://www.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/todaysverse.cgi?day=20090405&ver=kjv
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• Sat 4 Apr 2009 - Standing Unashamed Before HIM
Standing Unashamed Before HIM
If anyone is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when he comes in his glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.
I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God."
Luke 9:26,27 NIV
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And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming. If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him.
1 John 2:28,29 KJV
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According to my earnest expectation and hope, that I will not be put to shame in anything, but that with all boldness, Christ will even now, as always, be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Philippians 1:20,21 NASB
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• Thu 2 Apr 2009 - April 7th is the National Day of Prayer
• Thu 2 Apr 2009 - A Nation's Need ...Charles Stanley
April 2, 2009
A Nation's Need
2 Chronicles 7:11-22
If you received a call that someone you loved was stricken with a serious illness, you would not whisper a quick, "Bless her, Lord" and move on. No! You would fall to your knees--heart heavy in your chest--pleading with God to restore her health. We should respond similarly when our country's "health" is compromised: we should pray as fervently for our land and her leaders as we would for a dangerously ill friend.
King Solomon was warned of the peril to his nation if the people ceased honoring the Lord. God explained what Israel was to do in such a state of turmoil. First, the people were to humbly admit their need for the Lord's intervention. Second, they were expected to cry out to Him from hearts burdened for the country's situation. And third, those seeking a renewal of God's blessing upon Israel were to undergo a time of personal confession and repentance.
The Lord's word to Israel contains principles that are also relevant for us in modern times. "Those who are called by His name"--in other words, the body of believers--have a duty to intercede on behalf of their country when it is ailing. Christians who want God to hear prayers, forgive national sins, and heal their homeland are wise to follow the steps He laid out to Solomon.
Your nation needs your prayers. As you become aware of unhealthy trends and decisions, start with a personal heart cleansing: confess and repent of any known sin (1 John 1:9). Then cry out to our heavenly Father for the return of a vibrant, God-fearing culture.
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| 2 Chronicles 7 Read This Chapter |
- 7:11
- Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of the LORD, and in his own house, he prosperously effected.
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- 7:12
- And the LORD appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have heard thy prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice.
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- 7:13
- If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people;
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- 7:14
- If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
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- 7:15
- Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.
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- 7:16
- For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.
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- 7:17
- And as for thee, if thou wilt walk before me, as David thy father walked, and do according to all that I have commanded thee, and shalt observe my statutes and my judgments;
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- 7:18
- Then will I stablish the throne of thy kingdom, according as I have covenanted with David thy father, saying, There shall not fail thee a man to be ruler in Israel.
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- 7:19
- But if ye turn away, and forsake my statutes and my commandments, which I have set before you, and shall go and serve other gods, and worship them;
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- 7:20
- Then will I pluck them up by the roots out of my land which I have given them; and this house, which I have sanctified for my name, will I cast out of my sight, and will make it to be a proverb and a byword among all nations.
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- 7:21
- And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one that passeth by it; so that he shall say, Why hath the LORD done thus unto this land, and unto this house?
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- 7:22
- And it shall be answered, Because they forsook the LORD God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath he brought all this evil upon them.
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• Sun 29 Mar 2009 - Pursue Purity
Pursue Purity
Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins a man commits are outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body.
Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.
1 Corinthians 6:18-20 NIV
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For this is the will of God, your sanctification; that is, that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each of you know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor, not in lustful passion, like the Gentiles who do not know God.
1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 NASB
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Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but *****mongers and adulterers God will judge.
Hebrews 13:4 KJV
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• Fri 27 Mar 2009 - Kept by His Hand
Kept by His Hand
"Thought I had ahold of the Rock...
but The Rock had ahold of me..."
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom,
and his tongue talketh of judgment.
The law of his God is in his heart;
none of his steps shall slide.
Psalm 37:30,31 KJV
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You have also given me the shield of Your salvation,
And Your right hand upholds me;
And Your gentleness makes me great.
You enlarge my steps under me,
And my feet have not slipped.
Psalm 18:35,36 NASB
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The steps of a man are established by the LORD,
And He delights in his way.
When he falls, he will not be hurled headlong,
Because the LORD is the One who holds his hand.
Psalm 37:23,24 NASB
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• Thu 26 Mar 2009 - Devotion...In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley
March 25, 2009
The Price of Prayerlessness
Isaiah 40:28-31
The heavenly Father wants His children talking with Him. Jesus gave an invitation to speak with God about anything. He said that if you have a need, ask; if you seek answers, you will find them; if you want opportunities to open up, knock and He will respond (Matt. 7:7-8). Even so, there are believers who do not bother communicating with the Lord, except in emergencies.
Forsaking prayer is costly to a person's well-being. Those who will not make time for God daily are on a slippery slope. They slide through weariness, discouragement, and doubt to land in a testimony-damaging situation. Today we will focus on the first phase--weariness. Tomorrow we can examine the rest of the descent.
Certain situations take an emotional, physical, and spiritual toll--we call these burdens. Such low points can wear us out if we try to endure them alone. But God does not intend for that weight to fall on our shoulders. In fact, the Bible commands that those loads be cast upon Jesus Christ (Ps. 55:22). "Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden," cries David in Psalm 68:19. Remember, He is doing all the work to straighten out your circumstances anyway. So there's no point in both Him and you carrying that weight.
Hauling all our worries and cares around is wearying because we are not built for such loads. In God's design, His strength fills the believer to capacity. Picture Jesus' shoulders just above your own--with Him bearing your problems. The burden does not disappear, but it feels blessedly lighter when you hand it over to the Lord. |
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