Jesus said that we are blessed (honored; commended) when we willingly endure persecution, false accusations, rejection and mistreatment for the sake of his name, and for the sake of the gospel of Jesus Christ. So, we should rejoice and be glad that we share in the fellowship of Christ’s sufferings. We will richly be rewarded … Continue reading All Through the Night
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Of Faith
Thursday, July 13, 2017, 4:11 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “His Tender Mercies.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read several scriptures (in the ESV) on the subject of faith. Be Not Anxious (Matthew 6:25-34) “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you … Continue reading Of Faith
False Witnesses
Tuesday, May 30, 2017, 6:03 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Draw Me Close.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 27 (Select vv. ESV). The Lord Is (vv. 1-3) The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of … Continue reading False Witnesses
They Rise Up
Friday, April 21, 2017, 9:09 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Why are You Afraid?” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 4:23-31 (NIV). On their release, Peter and John went back to their own people and reported all that the chief priests and the elders had said … Continue reading They Rise Up
Why Are You Afraid?
Many throughout the world are presently being severely persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ and for their testimonies for the gospel of Jesus Christ. Numerous saints of God are being martyred because they refuse to deny the name of Jesus Christ, they refuse to bow to the world’s system, and because they will not … Continue reading Why Are You Afraid?
Gladness and Joy
Thursday, March 30, 2017, 7:48 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “The King is Coming.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Isaiah 51:1-11 (NASB). Look to the Rock (vv. 1-3) “Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, Who seek the Lord: Look to the rock from which you … Continue reading Gladness and Joy
Heart Change
Tuesday, March 28, 2017, 6:01 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Change My Heart, Oh God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Isaiah 43 (Select vv. NASB). His Servant (vv. 10-13) “You are My witnesses,” declares the Lord, “And My servant whom I have chosen, So that you … Continue reading Heart Change
Write These Things
Saturday, March 4, 2017, 9:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 1:9-20 (NASB). A Fellow Partaker (vv. 9-11) I, John, your brother and fellow partaker in the tribulation and kingdom and perseverance which are in Jesus, was … Continue reading Write These Things
As He Is
Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 9:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 John 4 (Select vv. NASB). Test the Spirits (vv. 1-6) Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are … Continue reading As He Is
Unfathomable Riches
Monday, January 23, 2017, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Look to God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Ephesians 3:8-21 (NASB). Unfathomable Riches of Christ (vv. 8-13) To me, the very least of all saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unfathomable … Continue reading Unfathomable Riches