Sunday, December 31, 2023
Thursday, December 21, 2023
ONLY BELIEVE!
"Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth." (Mark 9:23 KJV)
Belief is the first step in faith. Nothing will happen if we don't believe it can, but when we believe, we open up and access a whole realm of unlimited possibilities. Today, remove all the restraints and cast out all your fears and anything that hinders you from accessing the realm of unlimited possibilities. Only Believe!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the ability to believe. With this ability I access your realm of unlimited possibilities for my life. Amen!
Isa 7:9b. . . .If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established. KJV
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
DOOMED!
"They will be mighty warriors for God, grinding their enemies' faces into the dust beneath their feet. The Lord is with them as they fight; their enemy is doomed. (Zech 10:5 TLB)
Let all our enemies be fair warned! Fight us as you must, but know this enemy.......YOU ARE DOOMED! We will grind you into to the dust beneath us as we march to victory!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for always being with us as we fight! May all our enemies be vanquished and know that the battle is yours and the victory is ours. Amen!
Rom 8:31. . . . What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us?
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
HIS WORD ENDURES FOR EVER!
"For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you." (1 Peter 1:24-25 KJV)
Everything we have is temporary and will pass away. Somethings sooner, other things later, but all will pass away. There is however, one thing we have that will never pass away and that is New Life which came about by His word! Our 'New Life' from Him, will continue into,'Eternal Life' with Him. It's certain, because His word endures for ever!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the certainty of your word that endures for ever! We live out our new lives for you now and look forward with joy, to living our eternal life with you in the place you've prepared for us! Amen.
Heb 12:27-29. . . . And this word, Yet once more, signifieth the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that are made, that those things which cannot be shaken may remain. Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear: For our God is a consuming fire. KJV
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Friday, December 15, 2023
DIVINE PURPOSE WILL PREVAIL!
"Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men." (Matt 2:166 KJV)
Divine purpose will always draw demonic opposition! The good news is, no matter what the enemy does to try to stop us, and no matter how many attempts he makes to try and kill us, all his efforts will fail and Divine purpose will prevail!
Prayer: Lord, thank you that your divine purpose concerning us will always prevail! Thy will be done. Amen!
Isa 54:17. . . .No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD. KJV
Thursday, December 14, 2023
COMPLETE SUBMISSION!
"Mary said, "I am the Lord's servant, and I am willing to do whatever he wants. May everything you said come true." And then the angel disappeared." (Luke 1:38 TLB)
We may not understand everything that the Lord speaks to us or desires to do through us. In fact, some things may be virtually inconceivable to us. Nevertheless, as Mary responded, we too should respond in complete submission. 'I am your servant' therefore, whatever you say is what I will do!' In so doing, blessings come to us and through us!
Prayer: Lord let your awesome will be done in me and through me. I am your servant. Thy will be done. Amen!
Ps 138:8. . . .The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands. KJV
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
ALL TIME FRIENDS!
"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity." (Prov 17:17 NIV)
True friends never let you down, but are always there when needed! They step up, they step out and are always accountable and hold us accountable. Thank God for all time friends!
PRAYER: Lord, thank you for being a friend that sticks closer than any brother. Thank you also for early friends that mimic you! Amen!
Prov 17:17. . . . A true friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. TLB
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
IT'S TIME!
"Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein: for the time is at hand. (Rev 1:3 KJV)
IT'S TIME! It has always been time and will continue to be time to read, hear and keep God's word! Every word is true and will come true! IT'S TIME! Believe it!
PRAYER: Lord, your word is true and will come true! Thank you for your precious word and the blessings that come to us by reading, hearing and keeping your word! Amen.
Job 23:11-12. . . . My feet have closely followed his steps; I have kept to his way without turning aside. I have not departed from the commands of his lips; I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread. NIV
Friday, December 8, 2023
HEARING CHECK!
"So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." (Rom 10:17 KJV)
How's your hearing? To answer that question one need only check the level of their faith! Little faith is a result of little or not much WORD! In scripture, the correlation is clear. Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God. The 'Word' then can be viewed as a spiritual 'hearing aid' of sorts! Therefore, increased intake of the Word equals increased hearing resulting in increased faith! Check up complete.
Prayer: Lord, we love your word for by it we hear and our faith is increased. May your word always be our daily bread! Amen.
Job 23:11-12. . . .My feet have closely followed his steps; I have kept to his way without turning aside. 12 I have not departed from the commands of his lips; I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread. (NIV)
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
UNFAILING UNCHANGEABLE WORD!
"If you, O LORD, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness; therefore you are feared. I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I put my hope. (Ps 130:3-5 NIV)
There is no record; there is His WORD! Where would we be without it. Although periodically, the enemy may go deep diving into the sea of forgetfulness to try and dredge up our past, our hope remains steadfast in His unfailing, unchangeable Word!
Prayer: Lord, thank you that your Word does not change. Thank you for lasting forgiveness and your everlasting promise to forgive. Amen!
1 John 1:9-10. . . . If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us. KJV
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
HERE WE COME!
"Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." ( Phil 3:13-14 KJV)
Nothing more can be done about the things in our past. That includes the good things as well as, the not so good. There is however, much to be done about what lies ahead of us! Although there many be giants in the land, (obstacles, things to overcome) we are well able to achieve if we set our minds to press forward no matter what. The prize is ahead of us not behind us! DESTINY, Here We Come!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the opportunity to enter into our destiny. We will not be detoured by obstacles or hindrances that may appear in our way. In You we press ahead toward the prize! Amen.
Heb 12:1-2. . . . Since we have such a huge crowd of men of faith watching us from the grandstands, let us strip off anything that slows us down or holds us back, and especially those sins that wrap themselves so tightly around our feet and trip us up; and let us run with patience the particular race that God has set before us. Keep your eyes on Jesus, our leader and instructor. He was willing to die a shameful death on the cross because of the joy he knew would be his afterwards; and now he sits in the place of honor by the throne of God. TLB
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Friday, December 1, 2023
IT WILL HAPPEN!
12-1-2023. . . .IT WILL HAPPEN!
God's word once spoken, proceeds from eternity to it's predestined purpose in time! Because the word is so quick and powerful (Heb 4:12) occasionally, it arrives in advance of time's readiness to receive it! It however, cannot return to God empty; it therefore, prevails (hovers over) until time (and us) is ready to receive it's manifestation! If He spoke it, stay encouraged! IT WILL HAPPEN!
Prayer: Lord, we live not by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from your mouth. May your proceeding and prevailing word always find manifestation in our lives. Amen!
Jer 1:12b. . . . I will hasten my word to perform it. KJV
Thursday, November 30, 2023
WE’RE GOOD!
"We are pressed on every side by troubles, but not crushed and broken. We are perplexed because we don't know why things happen as they do, but we don't give up and quit. We are hunted down, but God never abandons us. We get knocked down, but we get up again and keep going. These bodies of ours are constantly facing death just as Jesus did; so it is clear to all that it is only the living Christ within [who keeps us safe]." (2 Cor 4:8-10 TLB)
With confidence and patience we navigate are way through every change and challenge of life knowing we are good, because God's got us!
PRAYER: Lord, we thank you for being in control and having everything under control. No matter what we must face and endure, we know you've got us! For this we thank you continuously. Amen!
Rom 8:28. . . . And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. NIV
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
PREPARE FOR GREATER!
11-29-2023. . . .PREPARE FOR GREATER!
Nothing more can be done about the things in our past; that includes the good things as well as, the not so good things. There is however, much to be done about what lies ahead of us! Although, there may be giants in the land, (obstacles, things to overcome) we are well able to achieve if we set our minds to press forward no matter what. The prize is ahead of us not behind us! Prepare for greater!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the opportunity to enter into another new year. We will not be detoured by obstacles or hindrances that may appear in our way. In You we press ahead toward the prize! Amen.
Heb 12:1-2. . . . Since we have such a huge crowd of men of faith watching us from the grandstands, let us strip off anything that slows us down or holds us back, and especially those sins that wrap themselves so tightly around our feet and trip us up; and let us run with patience the particular race that God has set before us. Keep your eyes on Jesus, our leader and instructor. He was willing to die a shameful death on the cross because of the joy he knew would be his afterwards; and now he sits in the place of honor by the throne of God. TLB
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
WE ARE WHO WE ARE!
"And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread. But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." (Matt 4:3-4 KJV)
We are who God says we are! What the tempter says or what our haters say about us is of little or no importance. We don't have to prove who we are, (Jesus didn't fall for it) just be who we are! Never feed off what the world has to offer, (bread alone) but by the proceeding and prevailing word of God! It will constantly and consistently lead us and affirm to the world that we are who we are!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for declaring even before we were formed in the womb, who we are! Living by your proceeding and prevailing word verifies to the world that we are who we are! Amen.
Heb 11:3. . . . Through faith, we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. KJV
Friday, November 24, 2023
THANKFUL!
"No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. (1 Thess 5:17-18 TLB)
Whatever happens to us, for us, even against us, we know that God is at work always for our good. Bad things will happen to good people and good things will happen to the same. In both instances, our disposition remains the same; THANKFUL!
Prayer: Lord, in everything and for all things, we remain thankful. Amen!
1 Thess 5:16-18. . . . Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. NIV
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
VERY THANKFUL!
Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. (Ps 100:3-4 KJV)
Consider for a moment who we would be, how we would be, or even perhaps, if we would be had someone other than God made us! Even if we trusted that responsibility to those we feel really care the most about us, the truth of the matter is, they would make us something and someone different than who we are now! Whether that would work for our good or not we will never know. What we do know is that we were made in God's own image and after His likeness; the result is beautiful and wonderful! For this, we are Thankful and continually bless His name!
PRAYER: Lord, we are thankful that you created us in your own image and after your own likeness. Yet, you gifted each of us with our own uniqueness. For this, we remain and will forever be thankful! Amen.
Ps 139:14. . . .I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful,
I know that full well. (NIV)
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
DEFINITION OF AWESOME!
"How precious it is, Lord, to realize that you are thinking about me constantly! I can't even count how many times a day your thoughts turn toward me. And when I waken in the morning, you are still thinking of me! (Ps 139:17 TLB)
At last count in 2021, the population of the earth stood at 7.888 billion people! What is the likelihood that even one percent or less of those people would have us on their mind constantly? Not likely at all. God, who is one God, however, has each one of the 7.888 billion people constantly on His mind both collectively and individually! Now, that is the definition of AWESOME!
PRAYER: Lord, you are Awesome! Only you can do what only you can do! We praise you continually for your faithfulness unto your people! Amen.
Ps 139:1-5. . . . O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit or stand. When far away you know my every thought. You chart the path ahead of me and tell me where to stop and rest. Every moment you know where I am. You know what I am going to say before I even say it. You both precede and follow me and place your hand of blessing on my head. TLB
Sunday, November 19, 2023
Friday, November 17, 2023
MAINTAIN A GOOD BALANCE!
11-17-2023. . . .MAINTAIN A GOOD BALANCE!
Never be overly inflated by commendation nor overly deflated by criticism. Maintain a good balance. The same people that sing your praise and commend you one day, may be the very same people that call for your crucifixion the next!
PRAYER: Lord, help us to maintain a good balance when it comes to people. Help us so that we are never swayed from our focus whether we are commended or criticized. Amen!
Matt 27:24-26. . . . When Pilate saw that he wasn't getting anywhere and that a riot was developing, he sent for a bowl of water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, "I am innocent of the blood of this good man. The responsibility is yours!" And the mob yelled back, "His blood be on us and on our children!" Then Pilate released Barabbas to them. And after he had whipped Jesus, he gave him to the Roman soldiers to take away and crucify. TLB
Thursday, November 16, 2023
A POWERFUL KEY!
Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. (Mark 11:24 KJV)
One should not deduct that whatever is desired no matter what it is, can be received. That's simply not true. Our desires must be in line with God's will. The key point here is that one 'Believes' in association with what one prays. Why pray if you don't believe what you say you will see? We have a powerful key. . . .Believe!
Prayer: Lord, thank you that you hear and answer our prayers. We believe you through faith and stand in expectation of receiving those things we desire. Amen!
Mark 11:22-24 24. . . .Listen to me! You can pray for anything, and if you believe, you have it; it's yours! TLB
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
LIFT UP A STANDARD!
"Remind the people to respect the government and be law-abiding, always ready to lend a helping hand. No insults, no fights. God's people should be bighearted and courteous."(Titus 3:1-2)
Our country's current political crisis should for believers, be viewed as an opportunity to lift up and demonstrate a standard of righteousness. If there was ever a time for us to be the salt and light we are commanded to be, now is that time! C'mon believers, lift up a standard!
PRAYER: Lord, thank you for giving us the opportunity to demonstrate that we belong to you. In spite of our current crisis, help us to lift up a standard of righteousness. Amen!
Phil 2:14-16. . . . In everything you do, stay away from complaining and arguing so that no one can speak a word of blame against you. You are to live clean, innocent lives as children of God in a dark world full of people who are crooked and stubborn. Shine out among them like beacon lights, holding out to them the Word of Life. TLB
Sunday, November 12, 2023
Friday, November 10, 2023
THE ULTIMATE AUTHORITY!
"Be a good citizen. All governments are under God. Insofar as there is peace and order, it's God's order. So live responsibly as a citizen. If you're irresponsible to the state, then you're irresponsible with God, and God will hold you responsible. Duly constituted authorities are only a threat if you're trying to get by with something. Decent citizens should have nothing to fear." (Rom 13:1-3)
Make no mistake about it. God is in control and He has everything under control. Our responsibility to him and to those he has placed in authority, namely our government officials, is to respect and obey them. In doing so we do not abdicate our obligation to always speak truth to power nor our right to peaceful protest. We simply adhere and submit to the ultimate authority who is God!
PRAYER: Lord, we acknowledge that you are our ultimate authority and power! We respectfully submit to those you have placed in authority over us and obey the laws of the land. Guide us and strengthen us as we daily do so. Amen.
Isa 1:19-20. . . . If you will only let me help you, if you will only obey, then I will make you rich! 20 But if you keep on turning your backs and refusing to listen to me, you will be killed by your enemies; I, the Lord, have spoken." TLB
Thursday, November 9, 2023
SPEAK ONLY THESE!
"All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them. They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge." (Prov 8:8-9 KJV)
Words of wisdom and truth stand strong on legs of integrity. They require no later explanation or recanting. Speak only these!
Prayer: Lord, help us to guard our speech so that what we say will stand in integrity. Amen!
Titus 2:7-8. . . .In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you. KJV
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
RENEWED STRENGTH!
11-8-23. . . .RENEWED STRENGTH!
Just when the devil thinks he has us defeated because we've grown weary and seemingly, out of strength to continue the fight, God renews our strength and causes us to rise up and triumph over the enemy once again! Don't give in; renewed strength is coming to you!
PRAYER: Lord, thank you for always causing us to triumph over our enemies and giving us renewed strength in our most needful times. Amen!
2 Sam 22:33-36. . . .God is my strength and power: and he maketh my way perfect. He maketh my feet like hinds' feet: and setteth me upon my high places. He teacheth my hands to war; so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms. Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy gentleness hath made me great. KJV
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
NEVER FORSAKEN!
“I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. (Ps 37:25 KJV)
Ever had someone give up on you . . . .turn their back on you. . . .abandon you? Those of us who have experienced it can tell you, being forsaken is not a feeling or position to be coveted. It leaves one disappointed, discouraged and with many unanswered questions. While the possibility always exists that man will forsake us, no such possibility exist with God! Taking a retrospective look over the years of his life, the psalmist David accurately observed that from generation to generation, God had never and will never forsake the righteous. He will always provide for their every need!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for being a faithful God and never forsaking the righteous! We are grateful that are your children and live in expectation and not in want. Amen!
Ps 9:9-10. . . . The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. NIV
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Friday, November 3, 2023
THE PRINCIPAL THING!
“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get Understanding." (Prov 4:7 KJV)
The acquisition of ‘WISDOM’ is to be a continuing priority in our lives. In fact, scripture says it is the principal thing! What benefit have we in gaining wealth, fame or positions of notoriety without the wisdom to sustain them. Keep the main thing the main thing. Get Wisdom!
Prayer: Lord, wisdom comes from you. We have not because we ask not. Give us wisdom daily in liberal doses! Amen!
Eccl 7:11-12. . . .Wisdom is good with an inheritance: and by it there is profit to them that see the sun. For wisdom is a defense, and money is a defense: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it. KJV
Thursday, November 2, 2023
AFTER THIS!
11-2-2023. . . .AFTER THIS!
42:12 &16 KJV)
Two things are certain about whatever we have to go through; there is a 'Beginning' and an 'Ending' to it! It's really not a matter then of what we go through, but rather, how we go through what we go through! For believers, unwavering faith in God's providential care will ultimately result in victory and greater blessings. Remember, it may be challenging now, but better things are coming, AFTER THIS!!!!!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for your love and providential care that always results in victory and blessings for us! Through the intensity of our dilemmas, help us to always remember this and not weaver. Amen!
Job 23:10-12. . . . But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot hath held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined. Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food. KJV
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
ALLOW IT TO BE SO!
"Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God." (1 Cor 4:4-5)
Pointing fingers and make assumptions about individuals without knowing their full story is unwise! Everyone is in the process of becoming! Who they are today ,may not be who they will always remain! Time will tell their full story! Allow it to be so!
PRAYER: Lord, our times are in your hand. As we evolve through the process of time, give us patience with ourselves and with others. Amen!
1 Cor 4:5. . . .So be careful not to jump to conclusions before the Lord returns as to whether someone is a good servant or not. When the Lord comes, he will turn on the light so that everyone can see exactly what each one of us is really like, deep down in our hearts. TLB
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