SCRIPTURE
1 Peter 1:3: Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead
OBSERVATION
Because of God's mercy, he gave us new birth into a LIVING hope through Christ's resurrection.
APPLICATION
People place hope in all sorts of things. We place hope in the fact that the economy will turn around, that our car will get us to work in the morning, etc. Hope in objects are dead! Because of Christ's death and resurrection we have hope...Living hope! Heb 6:19 says that the hope we have in Christ is an anchor for our soul!
PRAYER
Father, thank you! Thank you for the living hope we have in Christ as an anchor for our soul!
Amen
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
SCRIPTURE
James 5:13-14: 13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14 Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord.
OBSERVATION
The scripture says that if you are in trouble (or having trouble) that you should pray, but if you're sick, then call for the elders.
APPLICATION
It's funny how many people will come for prayer because of their "Troubles", yet if you ask them if they have prayed about it, they will tell you no. We need to be sure that we're in line with the scriptures in all that we do. If you're in trouble, pray. If you're sick, call for the elders to lay hands on you!
PRAYER
Father, help me to dig into your word more. Help me to know what the Bible says about my situation(s) and to act on the word.
Amen
James 5:13-14: 13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14 Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord.
OBSERVATION
The scripture says that if you are in trouble (or having trouble) that you should pray, but if you're sick, then call for the elders.
APPLICATION
It's funny how many people will come for prayer because of their "Troubles", yet if you ask them if they have prayed about it, they will tell you no. We need to be sure that we're in line with the scriptures in all that we do. If you're in trouble, pray. If you're sick, call for the elders to lay hands on you!
PRAYER
Father, help me to dig into your word more. Help me to know what the Bible says about my situation(s) and to act on the word.
Amen
Monday, July 20, 2009
Submit & Resist
SCRIPTURE
James 4:7
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
OBSERVATION
Two actions are required...Submitting to God, and resisting the devil. When these actions have taken place, there's no ground for the devil to stick around.
APPLICATION
The application is simple, submit to God fully. Submit to his Lordship, his commandments, his will, etc; and resist the devil. Someones first actions when dealing with the harassment of the devil, must be to resist! The Word says that if you resist him he MUST flee. Must does not imply that he has a choice, but rather, he has no option in the matter.
PRAYER
Father,
help me to fully submit to you and give me the strength that it takes to resist the devil and his schemes.
Amen
James 4:7
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
OBSERVATION
Two actions are required...Submitting to God, and resisting the devil. When these actions have taken place, there's no ground for the devil to stick around.
APPLICATION
The application is simple, submit to God fully. Submit to his Lordship, his commandments, his will, etc; and resist the devil. Someones first actions when dealing with the harassment of the devil, must be to resist! The Word says that if you resist him he MUST flee. Must does not imply that he has a choice, but rather, he has no option in the matter.
PRAYER
Father,
help me to fully submit to you and give me the strength that it takes to resist the devil and his schemes.
Amen
Friday, July 17, 2009
The Writings
SCRIPTURE
Isaiah 30:8
Go now, write it on a tablet for them, inscribe it on a scroll, that for the days to come it may be an everlasting witness.
OBSERVATION
There is only one Holy Scriptures and the Bible was written by God through men that he chose. He wrote it down for us. There is power whenever we record something on paper. If it is a contract with another person, we are responsible for the agreement. If it is a diary, we are reminded of what has gone on. If it’s a journal entry those who read it will know what God has been doing in your life.
APPLICATION
You will benefit greatly if you take time to journal your thoughts and encounters with God on a daily basis. It will be a witness to others and a remembrance for you.
PRAYER
O God, help me with those disciplines that will help me grow in you
Isaiah 30:8
Go now, write it on a tablet for them, inscribe it on a scroll, that for the days to come it may be an everlasting witness.
OBSERVATION
There is only one Holy Scriptures and the Bible was written by God through men that he chose. He wrote it down for us. There is power whenever we record something on paper. If it is a contract with another person, we are responsible for the agreement. If it is a diary, we are reminded of what has gone on. If it’s a journal entry those who read it will know what God has been doing in your life.
APPLICATION
You will benefit greatly if you take time to journal your thoughts and encounters with God on a daily basis. It will be a witness to others and a remembrance for you.
PRAYER
O God, help me with those disciplines that will help me grow in you
Thursday, July 16, 2009
He Isn't Silent
SCRIPTURE
Job 33:15 In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls upon men, in slumbers upon the bed;16 Then he opens the ears of men, and seals their instruction,
OBSERVATION
God guides us even when we are asleep. When we face major decisions and face a myriad of distractions it is good to know that God will find a way to communicate. Often it is when things quiet down and we are still before God that He begins to talk. The Bible says: Stand still and know that I am God.
APPLICATION
Are you willing to trust God to provide you with guidance and direction while you are sound asleep? He can speak in dreams, visions, when we are awake or when we are asleep. When you have a major decision to make, maybe you ought to sleep on it!
PRAYER
As we sleep and slumber, Please watch over our ways O God.
Job 33:15 In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls upon men, in slumbers upon the bed;16 Then he opens the ears of men, and seals their instruction,
OBSERVATION
God guides us even when we are asleep. When we face major decisions and face a myriad of distractions it is good to know that God will find a way to communicate. Often it is when things quiet down and we are still before God that He begins to talk. The Bible says: Stand still and know that I am God.
APPLICATION
Are you willing to trust God to provide you with guidance and direction while you are sound asleep? He can speak in dreams, visions, when we are awake or when we are asleep. When you have a major decision to make, maybe you ought to sleep on it!
PRAYER
As we sleep and slumber, Please watch over our ways O God.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
You Lose
SCRIPTURE
Rom. 16:20 ¶ The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. ¶ The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.
OBSERVATION
The two key words here are: Crush and Shortly. One tells us how thoroughly powerless our enemy has been made since his defeat at the Cross and the other word indicates that we do not have long to wait.
In the original Great text, the word translated CRUSH is a verb meaning to shatter; to pulverize, break in pieces or pulverize. The enemy is no match for our God.
APPLICATION
What a great promise God has given us. The enemy will ultimately be defeated and it will take place SHORTLY. This word in the original meant ‘as soon as possible.’ If you are in the midst of warfare, be encouraged today. SOON, God will defeat your opponent. Keep seeking God because He is working in the dark and will bring all things to the Light.
PRAYER
Lord, I rejoice in your power today and your love toward us. Strengthen us to day to stand against the enemy, knowing that you are reigning over our enemy even though he is ruling in this season of time.
Rom. 16:20 ¶ The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. ¶ The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.
OBSERVATION
The two key words here are: Crush and Shortly. One tells us how thoroughly powerless our enemy has been made since his defeat at the Cross and the other word indicates that we do not have long to wait.
In the original Great text, the word translated CRUSH is a verb meaning to shatter; to pulverize, break in pieces or pulverize. The enemy is no match for our God.
APPLICATION
What a great promise God has given us. The enemy will ultimately be defeated and it will take place SHORTLY. This word in the original meant ‘as soon as possible.’ If you are in the midst of warfare, be encouraged today. SOON, God will defeat your opponent. Keep seeking God because He is working in the dark and will bring all things to the Light.
PRAYER
Lord, I rejoice in your power today and your love toward us. Strengthen us to day to stand against the enemy, knowing that you are reigning over our enemy even though he is ruling in this season of time.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Sweet Dreams
SCRIPTURE
Psalms. 126:1 ¶ When the LORD brought back the captives to Zion, we were like men who dreamed.
OBSERVATION
One sign that reveals God has set a person free is that they are able to dream and hope for a bright future. We all have dreams and so does God. His dreams have your best interest in mind. Listen to His words in Jeremiah. 29:11, “For I know the plans (dreams) I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans (dreams) to prosper you and not to harm you, plans (dreams) to give you hope and a future.”
APPLICATION
Many times we find ourselves pursuing dreams that don’t involve God. Too often it is what we want for ourselves and not what God wants for us. Maybe that’s why so many dreams have been shattered. It’s good to have dreams but we must discover God’s dream for us. Our dreams will often turn into a nightmare but His dreams for us will turn the night into day.
PRAYER
Lord shows me the dream you have for me.
Psalms. 126:1 ¶ When the LORD brought back the captives to Zion, we were like men who dreamed.
OBSERVATION
One sign that reveals God has set a person free is that they are able to dream and hope for a bright future. We all have dreams and so does God. His dreams have your best interest in mind. Listen to His words in Jeremiah. 29:11, “For I know the plans (dreams) I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans (dreams) to prosper you and not to harm you, plans (dreams) to give you hope and a future.”
APPLICATION
Many times we find ourselves pursuing dreams that don’t involve God. Too often it is what we want for ourselves and not what God wants for us. Maybe that’s why so many dreams have been shattered. It’s good to have dreams but we must discover God’s dream for us. Our dreams will often turn into a nightmare but His dreams for us will turn the night into day.
PRAYER
Lord shows me the dream you have for me.
Monday, July 13, 2009
I AM
SCRIPTURE
Ex. 3:14 ¶ God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” NIV
OBSERVATION
God had just spoken to Moses and told him that He was going to use him to deliver Israel from the oppression of the Egyptians. Moses was surprised and even shocked because this seemed impossible. To this proposal, Moses, asked: Who am I that you should send me? God didn’t answer that question but did introduce Himself as the great “I AM” He was trying to convey to Moses that the important thing isn’t who man is are but who God is that counts.
APPLICATION
The mission doesn’t depend upon who man is or what man can do. It depends upon the zeal of the Lord and His strength. (Isaiah 9:7) God is calling you and me to help people who are in need of deliverance. You may say that I AM not ready or I AM not educated enough or I AM not qualified in some other way but remember it is not who you are but who He “IS” that counts. He is all you need. Availability is more important than your ability.
PRAYER
Lord, lead to my divine appointment and show me how to help that person in need.
Ex. 3:14 ¶ God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” NIV
OBSERVATION
God had just spoken to Moses and told him that He was going to use him to deliver Israel from the oppression of the Egyptians. Moses was surprised and even shocked because this seemed impossible. To this proposal, Moses, asked: Who am I that you should send me? God didn’t answer that question but did introduce Himself as the great “I AM” He was trying to convey to Moses that the important thing isn’t who man is are but who God is that counts.
APPLICATION
The mission doesn’t depend upon who man is or what man can do. It depends upon the zeal of the Lord and His strength. (Isaiah 9:7) God is calling you and me to help people who are in need of deliverance. You may say that I AM not ready or I AM not educated enough or I AM not qualified in some other way but remember it is not who you are but who He “IS” that counts. He is all you need. Availability is more important than your ability.
PRAYER
Lord, lead to my divine appointment and show me how to help that person in need.
Friday, July 10, 2009
SCRIPTURE
Hebrews 7:26-27
26 Such a high priest meets our need—one who is holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens.
27 Unlike the other high priests, he does not need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people. He sacrificed for their sins once for all when he offered himself.
OBSERVATION
Jesus is the Ultimate High Priest. Because He never dies, He is always in the office of the High Priest. Because He is perfect, He does not need to offer sacrifices for His own sin like a normal priest would, neither does He have to offer sacrifices for us continually because once was enough!
APPLICATION
We must remember that Jesus' PAID it all and that He is ENOUGH for us! Yesterday's failures, today's foibles and tomorrows disappointments — all of them are covered in the Blood of Christ.
PRAYER
Thank you Jesus for being the Ultimate Priest!
Hebrews 7:26-27
26 Such a high priest meets our need—one who is holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens.
27 Unlike the other high priests, he does not need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people. He sacrificed for their sins once for all when he offered himself.
OBSERVATION
Jesus is the Ultimate High Priest. Because He never dies, He is always in the office of the High Priest. Because He is perfect, He does not need to offer sacrifices for His own sin like a normal priest would, neither does He have to offer sacrifices for us continually because once was enough!
APPLICATION
We must remember that Jesus' PAID it all and that He is ENOUGH for us! Yesterday's failures, today's foibles and tomorrows disappointments — all of them are covered in the Blood of Christ.
PRAYER
Thank you Jesus for being the Ultimate Priest!
Thursday, July 9, 2009
The Challenge to Keep Growing
SCRIPTURE
Hebrews 6:1
Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity
OBSERVATION
There is a tendency within all of us to stop growing and to rely instead on things we have already learned.
APPLICATION
God wants us to continue to grow. Growing means continuing to stretch and expand. Many times it means being uncomfortable. But it always means that we continue to learn new things about God. It's easy to stagnate, it's not so easy to grow! Spiritual growth takes a sustained effort. It takes a decision coupled with a day-by-day walking it out.
PRAYER
Lord, help me not to rely on yesterday's bread, but to continue to get fresh bread from Your Hand every single day. Amen!
Hebrews 6:1
Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity
OBSERVATION
There is a tendency within all of us to stop growing and to rely instead on things we have already learned.
APPLICATION
God wants us to continue to grow. Growing means continuing to stretch and expand. Many times it means being uncomfortable. But it always means that we continue to learn new things about God. It's easy to stagnate, it's not so easy to grow! Spiritual growth takes a sustained effort. It takes a decision coupled with a day-by-day walking it out.
PRAYER
Lord, help me not to rely on yesterday's bread, but to continue to get fresh bread from Your Hand every single day. Amen!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
SCRIPTURE
Ps. 101:8
Every morning I will put to silence
all the wicked in the land;
I will cut off every evildoer
from the city of the LORD.
OBSERVATION
David recommitted himself continually to put down wickedness from around him. Every day, he says, he will do this.
APPLICATION
This is the type of commitment we must have to walking in faithfulness to our God. Every morning, we re-establish our decision to pick up our Cross and follow. Every morning we once again decide to cooperate with His Holy Spirit and walk in His ways. Every day we again crucify the flesh and walk in the Spirit.
We do it every morning because we forget. We so easily get sidetracked and things creep into our lives. David wasn't perfect, but he was serious about following the Lord and so he constantly went back to his commitments and re-established them in his heart.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to be faithful today and remind me to return to my commitments to You tomorrow and the next day. Every day I want to give myself and my ways to You!
Ps. 101:8
Every morning I will put to silence
all the wicked in the land;
I will cut off every evildoer
from the city of the LORD.
OBSERVATION
David recommitted himself continually to put down wickedness from around him. Every day, he says, he will do this.
APPLICATION
This is the type of commitment we must have to walking in faithfulness to our God. Every morning, we re-establish our decision to pick up our Cross and follow. Every morning we once again decide to cooperate with His Holy Spirit and walk in His ways. Every day we again crucify the flesh and walk in the Spirit.
We do it every morning because we forget. We so easily get sidetracked and things creep into our lives. David wasn't perfect, but he was serious about following the Lord and so he constantly went back to his commitments and re-established them in his heart.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to be faithful today and remind me to return to my commitments to You tomorrow and the next day. Every day I want to give myself and my ways to You!
Sunday, July 5, 2009
He "gets" us
SCRIPTURE
Hebrews 2:14-18 verse 14 'Since the children have flesh and blood, he too (Jesus) shared in their humanity" verse 17 "For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest" and verse 18 "Because he himself (Jesus) suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted."
OBSERVATION
Jesus "gets" us. He shared in our humanity, he was made like us in every way. He suffered and was tempted.
APPLICATION
God "gets" me?? huh? How can that be? I don't even get me sometimes...lol. The cool thought is, this also makes him a merciful and faithful high priest! It makes me think about Psalm 103:10, 13 & 14. He does not treat us as our sins deserve...As a father has compasion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust.
PRAYER
I don't always get your thoughts because they are so much higher than me, but....thanks for "getting me" and loving me anyway!
Hebrews 2:14-18 verse 14 'Since the children have flesh and blood, he too (Jesus) shared in their humanity" verse 17 "For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest" and verse 18 "Because he himself (Jesus) suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted."
OBSERVATION
Jesus "gets" us. He shared in our humanity, he was made like us in every way. He suffered and was tempted.
APPLICATION
God "gets" me?? huh? How can that be? I don't even get me sometimes...lol. The cool thought is, this also makes him a merciful and faithful high priest! It makes me think about Psalm 103:10, 13 & 14. He does not treat us as our sins deserve...As a father has compasion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust.
PRAYER
I don't always get your thoughts because they are so much higher than me, but....thanks for "getting me" and loving me anyway!
Saturday, July 4, 2009
In the same place
SCRIPTURE
Hosea 1:10 In the place where it was said to them, 'You are not my people', they will be called the 'sons of the living God.'
OBSERVATION
There is a drastic contrast here from not even being 'My people' to the status of 'sons' and it happens in the same place!
APPLICATION
I think when we've been in "that place" of life with Christ we can, just like Israel, become complacent and allow some things to slip in on us. It doesn't have to be big stuff either, I think its little stuff too. But God is always ready to bring us back to himself as sons.
PRAYER
Father God, you are amazing...you always have been....from the Israelites to me! Keep me mindful of how easy it is to go from faithful to faithless, from thankful to unthankful, from obedient to disobedient, from selfless to selfishness and the list goes on...and on...and on...and....Thank you, for making me your daughter!
Hosea 1:10 In the place where it was said to them, 'You are not my people', they will be called the 'sons of the living God.'
OBSERVATION
There is a drastic contrast here from not even being 'My people' to the status of 'sons' and it happens in the same place!
APPLICATION
I think when we've been in "that place" of life with Christ we can, just like Israel, become complacent and allow some things to slip in on us. It doesn't have to be big stuff either, I think its little stuff too. But God is always ready to bring us back to himself as sons.
PRAYER
Father God, you are amazing...you always have been....from the Israelites to me! Keep me mindful of how easy it is to go from faithful to faithless, from thankful to unthankful, from obedient to disobedient, from selfless to selfishness and the list goes on...and on...and on...and....Thank you, for making me your daughter!
Friday, July 3, 2009
Used to be usless
SCRIPTURE
Philemon vs 11 Formerly he was useless to you, but now he has become useful both to you and to me.
OBSERVATION
I would absolutely hate for someone to call me useless! I mean really! What a terrible commentary! It just makes me feel bad for the guy! I've had that very thought about some people I know! Before you judge me too hard...you probably have someone you're thinking of right now! Or even worse, you've felt that way about yourself!
APPLICATION
Aaah! But read the text again. Some key words change everything! "Formerly" and "but now" this guy Onesimus (what a name) he's not just not useless anymore, Paul goes on to say "now he has become useful to both you and me!" Paul even goes on to say this guy is "my very heart" he actually becomes very dear to Paul! Now I know God changed water into wine but useless to useful....yup, you bet!
PRAYER
Lord forgive me wherever I have placed this "useless" tag on the Onesimus' in my life. Cuz outside of you...I'm useless! Help me to see the "but now" in everyone before it even happens!
Philemon vs 11 Formerly he was useless to you, but now he has become useful both to you and to me.
OBSERVATION
I would absolutely hate for someone to call me useless! I mean really! What a terrible commentary! It just makes me feel bad for the guy! I've had that very thought about some people I know! Before you judge me too hard...you probably have someone you're thinking of right now! Or even worse, you've felt that way about yourself!
APPLICATION
Aaah! But read the text again. Some key words change everything! "Formerly" and "but now" this guy Onesimus (what a name) he's not just not useless anymore, Paul goes on to say "now he has become useful to both you and me!" Paul even goes on to say this guy is "my very heart" he actually becomes very dear to Paul! Now I know God changed water into wine but useless to useful....yup, you bet!
PRAYER
Lord forgive me wherever I have placed this "useless" tag on the Onesimus' in my life. Cuz outside of you...I'm useless! Help me to see the "but now" in everyone before it even happens!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Not a license
SCRIPTURE
Jude 1: 4 They are godless men, who change the grace of our God into a license for immorality and deny Jesus Christ our only Sovereign and Lord.
OBSERVATION
Yesterday as I journaled from the book of Isaiah the grace of God that moves him to remove our sin was so big. Today as I journal from the book of Jude this great caution jumps from the page. That there are many who change the grace of God into a license for immorality or sin. Even angels are listed among some who have fallen into the trap.
APPLICATION
As wonderful as I see the grace of God, and no matter to what measure I have experienced it in my life, and no matter how much I desire others to experience the touch of God's grace in their own life...it is never a license sin...I am not free to sin because of God's grace...but because of His grace in my life....I am free from sin.
PRAYER
Lord, you know how easily we can get off course....and me, I have a tendency to get my head in the clouds and think about how wonderful you are, ( You are so wonderful!) thank you for your grace but, also for your instruction and warning here in Jude. Your grace is free, abundant and able. Its not a license to do my own thing and think you'll look the other way.
Jude 1: 4 They are godless men, who change the grace of our God into a license for immorality and deny Jesus Christ our only Sovereign and Lord.
OBSERVATION
Yesterday as I journaled from the book of Isaiah the grace of God that moves him to remove our sin was so big. Today as I journal from the book of Jude this great caution jumps from the page. That there are many who change the grace of God into a license for immorality or sin. Even angels are listed among some who have fallen into the trap.
APPLICATION
As wonderful as I see the grace of God, and no matter to what measure I have experienced it in my life, and no matter how much I desire others to experience the touch of God's grace in their own life...it is never a license sin...I am not free to sin because of God's grace...but because of His grace in my life....I am free from sin.
PRAYER
Lord, you know how easily we can get off course....and me, I have a tendency to get my head in the clouds and think about how wonderful you are, ( You are so wonderful!) thank you for your grace but, also for your instruction and warning here in Jude. Your grace is free, abundant and able. Its not a license to do my own thing and think you'll look the other way.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Because of his Mercy
SCRIPTURE Titus 3:3
At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5he 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, 6whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior
OBSERVATION
This passage of scripture reminds me not to have pride in my life or believe that because I am a good person that God loves me more from the person down the street. It is only because of his kindness, love, mercy and generosity that I am the person I am today. God created in me a clean heart. My righteous acts or behavior can never save me.
APPLICATION
I want to live my life with his kindness, love, mercy and generosity. I want people to see you when they view me. I want to live my life pleasing you and not for my own pleasure.
PRAYER
Lord, teach me and develop in me your characteristics. I want to represent who you are. Forgive me for having anger, envy, hate, foolishness and disobedient to you. Help me to make the right decisions and live my life so that others will know that you are God.
At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5he 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, 6whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior
OBSERVATION
This passage of scripture reminds me not to have pride in my life or believe that because I am a good person that God loves me more from the person down the street. It is only because of his kindness, love, mercy and generosity that I am the person I am today. God created in me a clean heart. My righteous acts or behavior can never save me.
APPLICATION
I want to live my life with his kindness, love, mercy and generosity. I want people to see you when they view me. I want to live my life pleasing you and not for my own pleasure.
PRAYER
Lord, teach me and develop in me your characteristics. I want to represent who you are. Forgive me for having anger, envy, hate, foolishness and disobedient to you. Help me to make the right decisions and live my life so that others will know that you are God.
God's grace
SCRIPTURE
Isaiah 1:18
Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson they shall be like wool.
OBSERVATION
When I read about the state of Jerusalem and Judah, the nature of a man is so clear and really the picture seems so hopeless. Rebellion,corruption,turned their backs, evil deeds,sick,meaningless offerings.But then....the miracle! Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they be red as crimson, they shall be like wool.
APPLICATION
Restored by grace! God's restoration is complete,perfect,wonderful and good!
PRAYER
Father, thank you for being moved by your grace to work in my life! Help me to do right, to encourage the oppressed and grow a willing and obedient heart in me.
Isaiah 1:18
Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson they shall be like wool.
OBSERVATION
When I read about the state of Jerusalem and Judah, the nature of a man is so clear and really the picture seems so hopeless. Rebellion,corruption,turned their backs, evil deeds,sick,meaningless offerings.But then....the miracle! Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they be red as crimson, they shall be like wool.
APPLICATION
Restored by grace! God's restoration is complete,perfect,wonderful and good!
PRAYER
Father, thank you for being moved by your grace to work in my life! Help me to do right, to encourage the oppressed and grow a willing and obedient heart in me.
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