Friday, November 25, 2016, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Near the Cross.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 10 (Select vv. NIV). Surely Not! (Summary vv. 1-33) Cornelius and his family were devout and God-fearing, but they were Gentiles, with whom Jews did not associate. … Continue reading Overcoming Prejudice
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Give Him Your Fears
Thursday, November 24, 2016, 9:38 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Be Strong and Take Courage.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 9:19-31 (NIV). Background (Summary Acts 8:1-9:19a) When Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, was stoned to death by the Sanhedrin, … Continue reading Give Him Your Fears
Look to God
Today’s News Headlines: “Weekend Brings More Anti-Trump Protests Across Nation.” Trump Team Rivalries Spark Infighting.” “Hillary Clinton Blames FBI Director for Election Loss.” “Pope Francis is advocating policies of inclusion, saying God's plan doesn't exclude people based on their social class, race or religion.” “Donald Trump’s NATO Stance Threatens ‘West’ As We Know It.” “ISIS … Continue reading Look to God
They Surround Me
Tuesday, November 1, 2016, 8:09 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 118 (Select vv. NASB). I Will Not Fear (vv. 5-9) From my distress I called upon the Lord; The Lord answered me and set me in a … Continue reading They Surround Me
God Only
Thursday, October 20, 2016, 5:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 62 (Select vv. ESV). On the Attack (vv. 3-4) How long will all of you attack a man to batter him, like a leaning wall, a … Continue reading God Only
When I Am Afraid
The Lord has been taking me through a trial right now with bed bugs. I never had bed bugs before. I didn’t think I would ever get them, either. Yet, through this trial the Lord has been rearranging my priorities, and has been purifying my heart to make me more like Jesus. He, as well, … Continue reading When I Am Afraid
Be Still
Friday, October 14, 2016, 1:11 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Trust and Obey.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 46 (ESV). Help in Trouble (vv. 1-3) God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth … Continue reading Be Still
They Took Counsel
Thursday, October 6, 2016, 12:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “For Our Nation.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 31 (Select vv. NASB). Into Your Hand (vv. 1-5) In You, O Lord, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness deliver me. … Continue reading They Took Counsel
Your Lord is With You
When life throws its curve balls at us, which it will, our natural reaction may be to immediately feel fear. Satan will use these occasions to try to get us to doubt God or to feel as though we are without resource. He will try to get us to feel as though our circumstances have … Continue reading Your Lord is With You
Restoration
Wednesday, March 30, 2016, 6:46 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Voice of Truth.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read John 21:15-17 (ESV) When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, … Continue reading Restoration
Run With It 