Matthew 16:5-12 ESV “When the disciples reached the other side, they had forgotten to bring any bread. Jesus said to them, ‘Watch and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.’ And they began discussing it among themselves, saying, ‘We brought no bread.’ But Jesus, aware of this, said, ‘O you of little faith, … Continue reading Beware Liars and Deceivers
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Running Rampant
They Will Not Listen Jeremiah 6:10-11 ESV “To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear? Behold, their ears are uncircumcised, they cannot listen; behold, the word of the Lord is to them an object of scorn; they take no pleasure in it. Therefore I am full of the wrath of the … Continue reading Running Rampant
What’s Your Reputation?
Revelation 3:1-2 ESV “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for … Continue reading What’s Your Reputation?
Lovers of Righteousness
Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God and … Continue reading Lovers of Righteousness
A Distress Signal
Friday, October 27, 2017, 5:25 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “A Believer’s Prayer.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 4 (Select vv. NASB). United by Faith (vv. 1-3a, 11) Therefore, let us fear if, while a promise remains of entering His rest, any one of you … Continue reading A Distress Signal
Sound an Alarm
Wednesday, September 20, 2017, 7:44 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Trust Him.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Joel 2 (Select vv. ESV). Warning of Judgment (vv. 1-3, 11) Blow a trumpet in Zion; sound an alarm on my holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the … Continue reading Sound an Alarm
All For Him
Thursday, September 7, 2017, 4:59 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Lord, Move Me.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Colossians 1 (Select vv. ESV). Jesus, the Sovereign (vv. 15-20) He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things … Continue reading All For Him
Proven Faithful
Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 7:45 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Amazing Grace.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 Corinthians 4 (Select vv. NIV). Servants of Christ (vv. 1-2) This, then, is how you ought to regard us: as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with … Continue reading Proven Faithful
Lift Up a Standard
Tuesday, April 4, 2017, 3:43 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “I Do Not Seal My Lips.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Isaiah 62 (NASB). For Zion’s Sake (vv. 1-5) For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, And for Jerusalem’s sake I will not keep quiet, … Continue reading Lift Up a Standard
They Tread Underfoot
Thursday, March 9, 2017, 5:55 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Should I Not Preach Jesus.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 11:2-6 (NASB). Given to the Nations (v. 2) Leave out the court which is outside the temple and do not measure it, for it has … Continue reading They Tread Underfoot
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