A Believer’s Prayer

Coming to faith in Jesus Christ means so much more than just Jesus forgiving us of our sins so that we can go to heaven one day. When we trust Jesus to be our Lord and Savior, we give our whole heart and devotion to him to obey him, to forsake our former lives of … Continue reading A Believer’s Prayer

Pure Devotion

Saturday, July 29, 2017, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “The Letters.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the ESV) related to Revelation 2-3, in subject matter. Readily Enough (2 Corinthians 11:1-4) I wish you would bear with me in a little foolishness. Do … Continue reading Pure Devotion

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

A Forgetful Hearer?

Thursday, July 27, 2017, 8:29 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Seek the Lord.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read James 1:21-25 (NASB). Therefore, putting aside all filthiness and all that remains of wickedness, in humility receive the word implanted, which is able to save your souls. But … Continue reading A Forgetful Hearer?

Courage

Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 7:57 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Courageous.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the NASB) on the subject of courage. With Boldness (Acts 4:27-31) “’For truly in this city there were gathered together against Your holy servant Jesus, whom You … Continue reading Courage

Hunger and Thirst

Tuesday, July 25, 2017, 9:30 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Seek the Lord.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the NASB) on the subject of spiritual hunger and thirst. For Righteousness (Matt. 5:6) “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they … Continue reading Hunger and Thirst

Rejoicing the Heart

Monday, July 24, 2017, 6:23 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “He Touched My Mouth.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 19:7-14 (ESV). We read in the Bible that “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training … Continue reading Rejoicing the Heart

Life and Death

Monday, July 24, 2017, 7:23 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Unless You Are Born Again.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Romans 6 (ESV). Newness of Life (vv. 1-11) What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! … Continue reading Life and Death

Led to Repentance

Sunday, July 23, 2017, 3:13 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Seek the Lord.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the ESV) on the subject of repentance. From Darkness to Light (Acts 26:15-20) And I said, ‘Who are you, Lord?’ And the Lord said, ‘I … Continue reading Led to Repentance

Flaming Darts

Saturday, July 22, 2017, 5:53 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Do Your Best.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Ephesians 6:10-20 (ESV). The Evil Day (vv. 10-13) Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, … Continue reading Flaming Darts