Tuesday, August 1, 2017, 3:17 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Praise Be Told!” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the NASB) on the subject of God’s righteousness. Righteousness - divine approval; God's judicial approval; “refers to what is deemed right by the Lord (after … Continue reading His Righteousness
Christ-likeness
Reaching Forward
Friday, July 28, 2017, 7:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee, Blessed Redeemer.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Philippians 3 (NASB). Beware of Dogs (vv. 1-6) Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things again is no trouble … Continue reading Reaching Forward
His Loving Kindness
Tuesday, July 18, 2017, 3:44 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Jesus, I Am Resting, Resting.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (NASB) on the subject of God’s lovingkindness towards us. Rich in Mercy (Eph. 2:1-10) And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, in … Continue reading His Loving Kindness
Live for Him
Sunday, July 16, 2017, 5:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Your Grace Divine.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the NASB) on the subject of living for Jesus. Dead to Sin; Alive to God (Ro. 8:12-14; cf. 1 Pet. 2:24; Gal. 2:20) So then, … Continue reading Live for Him
Like Christ
Saturday, July 15, 2017, 8:41 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee, Blessed Redeemer.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read several scriptures (ESV) on the subject of Christ-likeness. Image of Christ (Ro. 8:29; 2 Co. 3:18 NASB) “For those whom he foreknew he also … Continue reading Like Christ
Days Formed for Me
Thursday, July 6, 2017, 6:06 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Search Me, O God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 139 (Select vv. ESV). He Knows Me (vv. 1-7) O Lord, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when … Continue reading Days Formed for Me
Take No Part
Friday, June 23, 2017, 3:16 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “More About Jesus.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Ephesians 5:1-21 (ESV). Be Imitators (vv. 1-2) Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for … Continue reading Take No Part
The Great Motivator
Sunday, April 23, 2017, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “He Lifted Our Burdens.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 8:1-13 (NIV). Saul Approved (v. 1a) And Saul approved of their killing him. When Stephen was persecuted, and then killed for his faith in Jesus Christ, … Continue reading The Great Motivator
Called as Saints
Sunday, April 16, 2017, 6:38 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Romans 1:1-17 (NASB). Obedience of Faith (vv. 1-7) Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which He promised … Continue reading Called as Saints
Are All Divisions Bad?
Wednesday, December 21, 2016, 1:44 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Romans 16 (Select vv. ESV). Who Cause Divisions (vv. 17-18) I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles … Continue reading Are All Divisions Bad?
Run With It 