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Read the Bible in 2004
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The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me because He anointed Me to proclaim the gospel to the poor. Luke 4:18 NASB
Dwight L. Moody was planning to launch an evangelistic campaign in England. During an initial planning meeting in London, an elderly pastor protested, "Why do we need Mr. Moody? We have many excellent preachers here in England. Moody is an uneducated and inexperienced American. Who does he think he is anyway? Does he think he has a monopoly on the Holy Spirit?" A younger, wiser pastor rose and responded, "No, but the Holy Spirit has a monopoly on Mr. Moody."
Does God have a monopoly on your life? Are you letting the Holy Spirit guide all of your life? Without the power of God, you'll never be able to get past Go in the game of life. Yield to Jesus. You might have God's Spirit, but does the Spirit have you?
POWER POINT: The world has not yet seen what God can do through a man totally yielded to Him. - D. L. Moody
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Ezra 4-6
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My soul thirsts for You; my flesh longs for You in a dry and thirsty land where there is no water. Psalm 63:1 NIV
An urbanite bought a small farm and two cows. Within a few weeks, his best cow had gone dry. The local vet came by to check out the complaint. He asked if the man was milking the cow every day. "Just about," said the owner. "I milk a pint a day then stop. I figure she'll just save up what I don't use." The vet explained, "With a cow you've got to take all there is, or eventually you will have nothing!"
Has your spiritual life been drying out? If you aren't thirsty for the things of God, don't be surprised if you run out of spiritual nourishment. Fellowship with God is satisfying if you seek Him regularly. Don't settle for a pint-size spiritual experience.
POWER POINT: Alas for those who never sing, but die with their music within them. -Oliver Wendell Holmes
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Ezra 4-6
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Don't lag behind in diligence; be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11 NASB
Gustav was invited to become an apprentice of the local blacksmith. He learned how to use the tongs, lift the hammer, smite the anvil, and heat the coals to white-hot with the bellows. After completing his preliminary studies, Gustav was employed by the royal smithy. The young man was delighted to work for the king. Unfortunately, he was fired because he failed to learn how to kindle a spark!
Is your spirit hot for the Lord? You might have all the training and skills you need, but without a passion for ministry, you will not succeed. Spiritual enthusiasm is a powerful ingredient. Prepare your heart to serve the Lord. Ask the Spirit to provide the spark.
POWER POINT: Set yourself earnestly to discover what you are made to do, and then give yourself passionately to the doing of it. -Martin Luther King
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Ezra 7-8
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God is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy. Jude 24 NKJV
A reporter once asked the ex-Yankee great, Yogi Berra, what he was going to do about the fact that he was in the middle of a batting slump. Yogi looked at the reporter with surprise and said, "Slump? I am not in no slump. I just ain't hitting."
Have you been struggling in your walk with God? Do you feel you're a spiritual failure? Don't get down on yourself. Spiritual setbacks are a normal and a temporary situation, not a permanent condition. "Not hitting" is a game-to-game struggle, and a "slump" lasts indefinitely. Keep going with your eyes on the Lord. He will not let you fail. Remember, "It's not over until it's over!"
POWER POINT: Adversity is the diamond dust heaven polishes its jewels with. -Robert Leighton
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Ezra 9-10
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Like newborn babies, crave the pure spiritual milk of the Word so by it you may grow up in your salvation. 1Peter 2:2 NIV
WWII American pilot, Jacob de Shazer, was shot down and captured by the Japanese. During imprisonment, he pondered why they hated him, and why he hated them. De Shazer, an atheist, recalled some of the things he had heard about Christianity. He asked his jailers to get him a Bible. A guard flung it at him, and said, "Three weeks, then I take away." Three weeks later, the guard took the Bible, and Jacob never saw it again. Three years after the end of the war, de Shazer, along with his wife and infant son, returned to Japan as missionaries. All this happened because he asked for a Bible. (H. Fickeet)
Have you been lacking energy in your Christian life? Have you forgotten to take your spiritual vitamin? God's Word will nourish your inner self. Take time to read the Bible. Why settle for chicken soup for your soul when it could have a full meal in the...[more details]
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Nehemiah 1-2
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Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God. Colossians 3:2-3 NASB
A migrating wild duck spied some domesticated ducks in a farmyard. He landed, mingled with them, and ate their corn. The safety of the farm, and the ample food supply, convinced the wild duck to stay all summer. In the fall, the duck heard the migrating flock overhead and wanted to fly off, but the added weight from over-eating kept him from distance flying. He stayed in the barnyard all winter. In spring, he heard the migrating flock returning. His eyes gleamed, but he made no effort. Thereafter, he paid no attention to the passing flocks at all.
Do you feel weighed down? Do pursuits of pleasure and affluence keep you from being airborne? Focusing too much on the world can ground you. Take a pre-flight check today. If you heard the Lord's call today, would you soar or sit?
POWER POINT: The more of heaven in you...[more details]
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Nehemiah 3-4
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Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful shouting. Psalm 126:4 NIV
The gardener's compost pile was almost ready to use. For weeks, he collected grass clippings, eggshells, coffee grounds, and other organic matter in the compost bin. Occasionally, he turned the pile over to mix the ingredients. Gradually, the waste materials began to degrade and mix together. What began as a pile of garbage was now rich fertilizer for his plants.
What do you do with all of the 'garbage experiences' in your life? Don't hold on to them. Give them to Jesus. The Lord can take painful failures and memories and make something good from them. Healing may not happen overnight, but you can be sure God won't waste a hurt.
POWER POINT: Gain from your pain. -Unknown
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Nehemiah 5-7
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One thing I do know, that, whereas I was blind, now I see. John 9:25 NASB
A fifth grade teacher noticed a young boy couldn't read the chalkboard. The school nurse tested his vision. He was severely nearsighted. A few weeks later, he was sitting in the optometrist's office trying on his first pair of glasses. He hated how he looked, but walked out of the office and got really excited. He noticed the leaves on the trees, the smaller letters on signs, and the expressions on people's faces across the street. What used to be a blur was now a crisp reality. He could really see!
How does life look to you? Are destructive attitudes like unbelief and bitterness blurring your vision and making you miss the things God's Spirit is doing? If things aren't as clear as they used to be, ask the Lord to touch the eyes of your heart with His healing power. Soon things will be 20-20 again.
POWER POINT: Two men looked through prison bars; one saw mud, the other saw stars. -Unknown
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Nehemiah 8-10
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Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all. Proverbs 31:29 NIV
As a child, John was the apple of his parents' eyes. During his teenage years, John's life became a mess. He dropped out of school and began hanging around with a rough crowd. One night, he staggered in drunk at 3:00 AM. His mother went to his room. Her husband got up to find her at their son's bedside, softly stroking his matted hair as he lay passed out drunk on the bed. "What are you doing?" he asked. She answered, "He won't let me love him when he's awake." (Michael Brown)
God made mothers with a special love for their children. Even at your worst, that love anchored your life. What a picture of the Father's love for you. Thank God for your Mother. Thank Mom for being there when you most needed love!
POWER POINT: No man is poor who had a godly mother. -Abraham Lincoln
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Nehemiah 8-10
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Holding to a form of religion, although they deny its power. 2 Timothy 3:5 NASB
I was driving to a meeting. I needed to make a few important phone calls, especially one to my boss, letting him know I would be a little late. No problem, I thought. I have my trusty cell phone. I waited as it rang. I heard a beeping sound for a few seconds and glanced at the phone's screen. My battery was dead. I had forgotten to recharge it. Now, all I had was a dead, useless phone in my hand. (Steve Klipowicz)
When was the last time you recharged your spiritual batteries? Living a Christian life without taking time for prayer and reading the Bible can drain you of spiritual vitality. Take time to plug into the Holy Spirit. You don't want a dead phone the next time you try to call the Boss.
POWER POINT: The breath of prayer sustains the Christian life. -Carl Henry
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Nehemiah 11-13
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Strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the obtaining of all steadfastness and patience, joyously. Colossians 1:11 NASB
A pastor got up late for an appointment. He cut himself while shaving and spilled coffee on his suit. He backed out of the driveway and bumped the neighbor's car. He sped up to make up for lost time. Suddenly, he saw the flashing lights of a squad car. The pastor tried to explain his difficult morning to the policeman. The officer nodded and replied, "I used to have a lot of mornings like yours, but then I found the Lord!"
Having a rough day? Being a Christian doesn't keep you from trials. The Holy Spirit can give you the strength to be patient with your circumstances in the midst of tough times. Ask the Lord to fill you with His Spirit of might and start smiling.
POWER POINT: Some people grin and bear it. Others smile and change it. -Unknown
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Esther 1-2
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Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; and see if there be any hurtful way in me. Psalm 139:23-24 NASB
I needed to borrow my son's car. I heard a piercing squeak in the breaks and made an appointment to have them checked. The repairman removed the wheel. There was some brake shoe left. The repairman explained, "Brakes like these have a small metal clip in them. When the brake shoe is wearing really low, the clip makes a squeaking sound to warn you. You came in just in time." (Steve Klipowicz)
Have you been hearing squeaks lately? Don't ignore them. Annoying problems can be indicators that something needs attention in your life. Let the Lord show you what problems can be dealt with before they become serious. Listen to the Lord now, and you'll be glad you came in just in time.
POWER POINT: Without Thee, what am I but a guide to my own destruction? -St. Augustine
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Esther 3-4
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Since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith. Hebrews 10:21-22 NASB
Hospital Chaplain, William Willimon, visited a woman who was terminally ill with cancer. She was raised in the church, but never accepted Christ until the last few months of her life. One day, Pastor Willimon saw her gasping for each breath and realized she was dying. She clutched a crucifix in her hand. He asked, "Would you like me to summon a priest for you?" With her last ounce of strength, the woman held out the crucifix and said, "Thank you, but I have a Priest."
Do you feel confident in going straight to the Lord in prayer? You should. God has provided the perfect mediator for you in Jesus Christ. He stands before the Father interceding for you. With Jesus before the throne, you are never on your own.
POWER POINT: You have a great High Priest! -The Bible
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Esther 5-7
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I tell you, even though he will not get up and give him anything because he is a friend, yet because of his persistence, he will get up and give him as much as he needs. Luke 11:8 NASB
On March 15, 1915, the British navy attacked the Turkish forces in the Dardanelles. The Turks delivered a barrage from their guns, sinking three British ships. Almost immediately, British forces turned around and withdrew, not knowing the Turks had only sixty seconds of ammunition remaining and were about to surrender. Had the British forces persisted, they would have captured the strategic Dardanelles, split the enemy forces, and shortened World War I by several years.
Don't stop short with God! Patience is a powerful spiritual ally to your prayers. Persistent praying will see strongholds crumble and victories won. It will only be a matter of time before Satan gives up and raises the white flag. Just 'praise the Lord and pass the ammunition' of prayer.
POWER POINT: Prayer is a shield to...[more details]
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Esther 8-10
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Seek and you shall find Matthew 7:7 KJV
"Ready, set...GO!" Caleb and his cousins began frantically scurrying about the yard looking for the brightly colored plastic eggs filled with jellybeans and chocolate. Some of the prize eggs were laying right out in the open and took little effort to find. Some were hidden behind a step or a bush, requiring a little more work to locate. A few eggs were cleverly concealed in drainpipes, in the trees, or partially buried in the mulch. The kids had to look hard to find the last remaining treasures. (Steve Klipowicz)
Many of God's blessings come easily to a child of God. Some require patient faith and persistence. Don't give up seeking what you need from the Lord. His Word states that if you keep seeking, you will find what He provides. God can't lie; so let His promises egg your faith on.
POWER POINT: How shall we conquer if we do not fight? -John Wesley
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Job 1-3
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He, your Teacher will no longer hide Himself, but your eyes will behold your Teacher. And your ears will hear a word behind you, 'This is the way, walk in it.' Isaiah 30:20 NASB
A vacationer got lost on the back roads of the Smokey Mountains. He asked an elderly man for directions to the main highway. "First, ya'll make a left at the next road, then make a right at the second road to yer left. Then, ya oughta make another right at yer fus' left. Got that now?" Still confused, the tourist asked him to draw a map. "Shoot, I'll do better than that," he replied. "Scoot over now. I'll jes git in and show ya the way!"
Do you need some directions? Are you at a point in your life where the road is confusing? Don't try to figure it out yourself. God has given you His Holy Spirit to be your teacher and your guide. Take time to listen to His voice while you pray and read the Bible. Scoot over now and let Him show you the way!
POWER POINT: Finding God's way begins with giving...[more details]
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Job 1-3
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Be filled with the Spirit. Ephesians 5:18 NASB
My son was in the garage trying to fix a flat tire on his mountain bike. He was sweaty and frustrated. No matter how hard he tried pumping, the front tire remained soft. I tried the hand pump and realized the gasket was no longer able to hold the vacuum seal. I found some lubricating oil and sprayed it into the top of the pump. In a few
seconds, the seal was restored. Several brisk strokes of the pump filled the deflated tire. (Steve Klipowicz)
Has your walk with the Lord lost some of its power and vitality? Have you been trying hard to live for God but see few results? Perhaps you have become spiritually dried out. Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you. God's Spirit can soften empower you for effective service. A few drops of God's 'oil' can make all the difference.
POWER POINT: God commands us to be filled with the Holy Spirit; and if we aren't filled, it's because we're living beneath our privileges. -D. L. Moody
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Job 4-7
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But whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life. John 4:14 KJV
German General Rommel's Afrika Corps broke through the British lines by moving his troops through searing desert heat. The exhausted, dehydrated troops found a five-inch water pipeline in the desert and shot holes in the pipe. Their extreme thirst made them oblivious to the fact that they were drinking salt water pumped from the Red Sea by British engineers. The ingested salt water caused the soldiers to collapse, turning the German advance into a hasty retreat.
What have you been drinking lately? Trying to quench spiritual thirst with anything but God will leave you empty. Possessions, wrong relationships, sex, drugs, or alcohol are all substitutes for what the Lord can provide. Thirsty? Ask the Lord for a taste of His living water.
POWER POINT: God's spirit is the real thirst que...[more details]
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Job 8-10
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For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Romans 8:5 KJV
A successful banker was giving his Native American friend a tour of Wall Street. In the midst of rush hour traffic, the Native American told his friend to be quiet because he heard a cricket chirping. The banker didn't believe him. His friend bent down and found a little cricket in the grass of a parkway. To prove a point, he threw a handful of change on the sidewalk. Instantly, scores of busy commuters scrambled for the trickling coins. "The point is, people hear what they are used to listening for!"
What do you have your ears tuned to? Are you listening to the Spirit or your own desires? Hearing the Lord and obeying His direction brings peace and blessing. Start listening to the Lord today. Your walk with Christ will really begin to chirp.
POWER POINT: How rare to find a person quiet enough to hear God speak. -B. DeJong
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Job 11-14
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Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us. Ephesians 3:20 KJV
Golf great, Arnold Palmer, played some exhibition matches in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi King was so impressed that he offered Palmer a gift. Not wanting to cause an international incident, Palmer asked for a golf club as a memento of his visit to the desert kingdom. The next day, delivered to Palmer's hotel room was the title to a huge golf course. Palmer learned that day that in the presence of a king, don't ask for small gifts!
As a child of the King of Kings, we can enter God's presence through prayer at any time. Are you a child of the King? If so, His promise is to provide beyond what you can ask or think. Your need can never exceed God's abundant, loving
supply. Now that's a gift no earthly king can match!
POWER POINT: Thou art coming to a King, large petitions with thee bring, For His grace and power are such, none can...[more details]
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Job 15-17
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As the eyes of slaves look to the hand of their master, as the eyes of a maid look to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes look to the Lord our God till he shows us his mercy. Psalm 123:2 NIV
Several men wanted the job of telegraph operator. Each one was tested and told to wait in an adjoining room. The men paid no attention to the ongoing sound of telegraph dots and dashes coming into the room. Suddenly, one of the men rushed into the next room. The manager came out to the waiting room and announced, "The position is filled. I just hired the man who rushed into my office." "How did he get the job?" the others asked. "We're just as good." The manager explained, "You were all so busy talking, you didn't hear the coded message I sent which was, 'The man I want needs to be alert. The first man who decodes this message and comes into my office gets the job.'" (L. E. Brown)
Are you waiting for God to move in your life? Perhaps He's given you some instructions, but you didn't...[more details]
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Job 18-19
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Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting ... All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:1,3 NASB
One day, Lloyd Oglivie, chaplain of the U.S. Senate, was sailing a boat. Suddenly, the winds became very calm. There was nothing to do but sit and wait for the wind to pick up again. While waiting, Oglivie's boat drifted past another stalled sailboat. The people on board waved a greeting. As he drifted passed, Oglivie noticed one man on the other ship who was playfully standing by the sails and blowing on them.
Has your Christian life been floating aimlessly? When things are spiritually flat, you might be tempted to stir things up by blowing into your own sails. The Lord meant for your life to be propelled by the Holy Spirit. Stop huffing and puffing and ask for a fresh wind of the Spirit to fill your sails.
POWER POINT: When you rely on your own strength, you get what you can do. If y...[more details]
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Job 20-21
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Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Proverbs 4:23 KJV
A small mountain hamlet boasted of its wonderful clear lake. The water was
kept pure and clean by several mountain streams that fed it from above. Little known to the townsfolk, an eccentric hermit patrolled the streams on a regular basis, removing anything that would hinder the flow. One day, the townsfolk noticed the lake had become cloudy. The water developed a strange taste. The feeder streams were down to trickles and littered with boulders, tree limbs, and other debris. The hermit had left the area, and without the 'keeper of the streams,' the lake no longer had a source of fresh water.
Have you been hindering the flow of God's Spirit in your life? Have you been diligent in keeping the streams to your heart clear? Sins, wrong activities, or bad attitudes can accumulate like debris. Search your heart and ask the Lord to cleanse and forgive things that are displeasing to Him...[more details]
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Job 20-21
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A voice came out from the heavens: Thou art My beloved Son, in Thee I am well pleased. Mark 1:11 NASB
A little girl was born with a cleft palate. She felt embarrassed. One day, something changed her life. The school was administering hearing tests. In those days, the school nurse would cover one ear and whisper something in the child's other ear. When the little girl was tested, the school nurse whispered, "I wish you were my little girl." (Leadership, Winter 1995)
Do you feel unworthy of love and affection? Take time to listen to the voice of the Lord. Let the Holy Spirit whisper in your ear, "You are my beloved child, in you I am well-pleased."
POWER POINT: Tune in the Spirit. -S. Klipowicz
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Job 22-24
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At midnight the cry rang out: 'Here's the bridegroom! Come out and meet him!' Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps. The foolish ones said to the wise, 'Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.' Matthew 25:6-8 NIV
The lighthouse keeper received his monthly supply of oil to keep the light burning. One night, a man begged for some of the fuel to keep his family warm. The next week, someone borrowed some oil to lubricate a wagon. Another came to fill his lantern. All the requests seemed credible, and the keeper wanted to make everyone happy. Unfortunately, by the end of the month, the oil ran out. The light stopped shining and a ship was wrecked, resulting in loss of life.
Have you checked your oil lately? Are you doing so many things that you have forgotten to focus on the Lord? Spiritual fervor comes from time alone with God in prayer. Take some time with the Lord. You might discover you're a quart low!
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Job 25-28
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I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings be made...for kings and those in authority in order that we might live a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. 1 Timothy 2:1 NASB
ABC correspondent, Sam Donaldson interviewed an African-American Desert Storm soldier in a tank platoon. He asked, "How do you think the battle will go tomorrow?" "We'll do okay. We're well trained. I'm not afraid," the GI answered. "I'm not afraid because I'm with my family. This is my family, and we'll take care of each other." (Colin Powell, My American Journey)
Take a moment today and think about the thousands of men and women have shed their blood for our American way of life. They know better than most that we are family!
POWER POINT: A church that has nothing to say on political, economic, and international issues, abandons God and betrays the people. -Alan Walker
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Job 29-31
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Jesus stood up and said in a loud voice, "Whoever is thirsty should come to me, and whoever believes in me should drink." John 7:37 TEV
A young convert asked a devout man the secret to knowing God. After hours of walking in the heat, they came to a brook. The young man took a drink. He felt a hand on his head forcing his face into the water. The young man struggled and held his breath for what seemed an eternity. Finally, the old man let go. The youth sputtered, "What are you trying to do? I almost drowned!" "The secret to knowing God," instructed the sage, "is desiring Him as much as you desired a breath of air."
How desperate are you for the Lord? Satisfaction in your current relationship with the Lord quenches faith and spiritual motivation. Ask God for a renewed spiritual thirst. Let His living water flow into your life.
POWER POINT: Holy Spirit, fill my heart with the flame of your love. -Unknown
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Job 32-34
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But the Holy Spirit produces love, joy, and peace. Galatians 5:22 TEV
A national pollster was asked by a marketing agency to run a nationwide survey to determine key consumer attitudes. Thousands of people were asked one question: What are you most looking for in your life? The researchers were shocked by the surprising response. Expecting answers such as improved lifestyle, more income, more education, or physical changes, most people wanted real love, real joy, and real peace!
Have you found the secret of a better life? It's found in Jesus Christ. The elusive qualities are called the fruit of the Spirit. Let His Spirit direct your life and reap a harvest of love, joy, and peace.
POWER POINT: If Christ is the way, why waste time traveling on some other road? -Unknown
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Job 35-37
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And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. Mark 1:35 KJV
Billy was watching his grandpa doing some woodworking. "Grandpa, why do you always stop to sharpen your saw? It looks sharp to me." He replied, "If I don't sharpen the saw, it will take me longer to finish the project. A dull saw leaves ragged edges that need to be sanded later. A dull saw can damage the wood and ruin the project. Also, a dull saw might slip and cut me. That's why I always take time to sharpen my saw."
Are you taking time to be alone with God? Sharpen your spiritual edge with prayer and meditation. The Spirit makes you more sensitive to the needs of others. Jesus knew the importance of quiet time with His Father. Make sure you prepare for each day by "sharpening your saw."
POWER POINT: The great thing in this world is not so much where we are, but in what direction we are moving. -Oliver Wendell Holmes
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Job 38-40
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And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever, the Spirit of truth... But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. John 14:16-17 NIV
Getting old is getting more difficult. Complex legal, health, and insurance issues now add to the burden of aging. A new professional role, a Personal Care Attendant, helps disabled people or senior citizens who need help coping successfully with life. They help them live better each day.
Is life becoming too complex for you? Call on your Personal Care Attendant! Jesus sent the Holy Spirit on Pentecost to be your advocate in this confusing world. Open your heart to the Spirit. He's always near when you need Him!
POWER POINT: I will have nothing to do with a God who cares only occasionally. I need a God who is with us always, everywhere, in the deepest depths as well as the highest heights. -Madeleine L'Engle
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Job 38-40
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And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws. Ezekiel 36:27 NIV
A missionary witnessed to a tribal chief. "We know what is right," said the chief. "Our laws that say we must not steal, take our neighbors wife, or tell lies." The missionary said, "My God can supply the power to keep the laws." "Can you really teach my people to live better?" he asked. "If they receive Jesus, God will give them the strength to do what's right." After six months, the chief said, "Your religion is better than ours. Your God walks with you and gives you strength to do the good things He requires."
Are you struggling to live the Christian life? It is impossible to live the Christian life on your own power. Only Jesus can live it through you. Give up your efforts and yield to God's Spirit. Let God walk with you today.
POWER POINT: Life is God's novel; Let God write. -Unknown
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Job 41-42
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