SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 3:14-21
(Please share the verse which speaks to you)
And I pray that you being rooted and established in love, may have power together with all the saints to grasp how wide and long, and high and deep is the love of Christ. (vs17b-18)
OBSERVATION:
Being rooted in love give the power to understand and live in the vastness of God’s grace which is know in the love of Jesus Christ.
APPLICATION:
I can remember those who lead me to know Christ’s love. My response is to show others the power of Christ’s love.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for the vastness of your love. Let me stand under the over flowing font of your love.
YES:
I will share God’s love which is in Christ Jesus.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
2/27/09 Psalm 46:1-7
SCRIPTURE:
(Please share the verse which speaks to you) God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (vs.1).
OBSERVATION:
God’s security and strength is for everyone and is always at hand, even in times of trouble.
APPLICATION:
In these troubled time, when war rages and money is tight, it is tempting to think we are alone and set adrift on a sea of uncertainty. But the Lord is with each and every one of us. Relying on each other is an important way to feel the Lord’s security and safety.
PRAYER:
Lord, you are my refugee and strength and your promise is available to all. In these trouble times use me to share your promise.
YES:
I will tell of the Lord’s security and strength in times of trouble.
(Please share the verse which speaks to you) God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (vs.1).
OBSERVATION:
God’s security and strength is for everyone and is always at hand, even in times of trouble.
APPLICATION:
In these troubled time, when war rages and money is tight, it is tempting to think we are alone and set adrift on a sea of uncertainty. But the Lord is with each and every one of us. Relying on each other is an important way to feel the Lord’s security and safety.
PRAYER:
Lord, you are my refugee and strength and your promise is available to all. In these trouble times use me to share your promise.
YES:
I will tell of the Lord’s security and strength in times of trouble.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
2/26/09 2 Corinthians 13:4-7
SCRIPTURE:
(Please share the verse that speaks to you). It (Love) always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always, perseveres (vs 7).
OBSERVATION:
Love is such a powerful and amazing gift from God.
APPLICATION:
This passage is a favorite for wedding ceremonies and that is good. But it is more than just about love between a couple or family love. Love is has holds us together, gives us strength and hope but sometimes we withhold love. The danger here is we are withholding what God has given us to share.
PRAYER:
Lord, forgive me when I not loved you with my whole heat and not shared your love with other. Let me know the overflowing power of your Love.
YES:
I will share love unconditionally.
(Please share the verse that speaks to you). It (Love) always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always, perseveres (vs 7).
OBSERVATION:
Love is such a powerful and amazing gift from God.
APPLICATION:
This passage is a favorite for wedding ceremonies and that is good. But it is more than just about love between a couple or family love. Love is has holds us together, gives us strength and hope but sometimes we withhold love. The danger here is we are withholding what God has given us to share.
PRAYER:
Lord, forgive me when I not loved you with my whole heat and not shared your love with other. Let me know the overflowing power of your Love.
YES:
I will share love unconditionally.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
2/25/09 Psalm 16:8-11
SCRIPTURE: Psalm 16:8-11
(Please share the verse which speaks to you)
I have set the Lord continually before me; because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken (vs8).
OBSERVATION:
Placing the Lord as the center of life gives strength and security.
APPLICATION:
Today is Ash Wednesday which begins the season of Lent. This is a time of self reflection and prayer. This year there are many things happening in our world that could share faith, now is the time to place the Lord at the center of life.
PRAYER:
Lord, as the world trembles in fear and the ground sakes beneath. Remind me I can cling to you as my center point, my rock and my salvation.
YES:
I will place the Lord in the center of my life.
(Please share the verse which speaks to you)
I have set the Lord continually before me; because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken (vs8).
OBSERVATION:
Placing the Lord as the center of life gives strength and security.
APPLICATION:
Today is Ash Wednesday which begins the season of Lent. This is a time of self reflection and prayer. This year there are many things happening in our world that could share faith, now is the time to place the Lord at the center of life.
PRAYER:
Lord, as the world trembles in fear and the ground sakes beneath. Remind me I can cling to you as my center point, my rock and my salvation.
YES:
I will place the Lord in the center of my life.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
2/224/09 Galatians 3:26-29
SCRIPTURE:
(Please share the verse(s) that speaks to you)
There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female for you area all one in Christ Jesus (vs28).
OBSERVATION:
If the Church is in Christ then we are all equal; there are now out ward distinctions among the Body of Christ.
APPLICATION:
Humanity is creates a as vast multi-cultural quilt. However, humanity often only sees the differences in the quilted squares. Christ is the stitching that holds us together and makes us strong.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for not seeing the distinctions we make among ourselves and pull us together as one Body of Christ.
YES:
I will celebrate Christ as the unity in our diversity.
(Please share the verse(s) that speaks to you)
There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female for you area all one in Christ Jesus (vs28).
OBSERVATION:
If the Church is in Christ then we are all equal; there are now out ward distinctions among the Body of Christ.
APPLICATION:
Humanity is creates a as vast multi-cultural quilt. However, humanity often only sees the differences in the quilted squares. Christ is the stitching that holds us together and makes us strong.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for not seeing the distinctions we make among ourselves and pull us together as one Body of Christ.
YES:
I will celebrate Christ as the unity in our diversity.
Monday, February 23, 2009
2/23/09 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
SCRIPTURE:
(Please share the verse(s) that speaks to you) We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors; as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf; be reconciled to God ( vs. 20).
OBSERVATION:
God is speaking directly to us through Christ to take up the responsibility of being ambassadors. Through Christ we are qualified to share the Good News of salvation.
APPLICATION:
I have to know the spiritual investment God has made in me and for me through Christ. I am reconciled to God through Jesus. Therefore my response is to share God’s Word.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your Word becoming and flesh and going to the Cros for me and all. Use me as your ambassador.
YES:
I will be your ambassador.
(Please share the verse(s) that speaks to you) We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors; as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf; be reconciled to God ( vs. 20).
OBSERVATION:
God is speaking directly to us through Christ to take up the responsibility of being ambassadors. Through Christ we are qualified to share the Good News of salvation.
APPLICATION:
I have to know the spiritual investment God has made in me and for me through Christ. I am reconciled to God through Jesus. Therefore my response is to share God’s Word.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your Word becoming and flesh and going to the Cros for me and all. Use me as your ambassador.
YES:
I will be your ambassador.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
02/23/09 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Pick the verse or verses that speak to you.
Scripture: All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation - vs & 18 NIV
Observation: God does not count our sins against us and sent Christ to prove it. In turn we need to send the message that God is Love and has saved us from our sins.
Application: So we have a job to do. A ministry to spread the word that God has saved us from our sins through Jesus Christ. A ministry that requires a great deal of love without judging people or their sins.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for Jesus. Saving me from my sins and forgiving me. Keep my thoughts clear of judging others sins, but instead tell them that you are a loving God that hates sin, but loves us.
Yes: Show the example of God in my relationships.
Observation: God does not count our sins against us and sent Christ to prove it. In turn we need to send the message that God is Love and has saved us from our sins.
Application: So we have a job to do. A ministry to spread the word that God has saved us from our sins through Jesus Christ. A ministry that requires a great deal of love without judging people or their sins.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for Jesus. Saving me from my sins and forgiving me. Keep my thoughts clear of judging others sins, but instead tell them that you are a loving God that hates sin, but loves us.
Yes: Show the example of God in my relationships.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
2/21/09 Mark 6: 30-44
SCRIPTURE: Mark 6:30-44
(Please share about the verse(s) which are speaking to you) When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things (Mark 6:34).
OBSERVATION:
The verse is from Mark’s account of the feeding of the 5,000. Jesus has been traveling, demonstrating sign of divine power, and teaching. He must be tired. He saw the lost and wanting multitude and had compassion. Not only does he teach but He feeds.
APPLICATION:
The teachings of Jesus are at hand and he desires I learn from them. Christ’s love and guidance is for all who feel lost.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your compassion and guidance. May I always know the security of your fold.
YES:
I will seek the security of the Lord’s teaching in my life.
(Please share about the verse(s) which are speaking to you) When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things (Mark 6:34).
OBSERVATION:
The verse is from Mark’s account of the feeding of the 5,000. Jesus has been traveling, demonstrating sign of divine power, and teaching. He must be tired. He saw the lost and wanting multitude and had compassion. Not only does he teach but He feeds.
APPLICATION:
The teachings of Jesus are at hand and he desires I learn from them. Christ’s love and guidance is for all who feel lost.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your compassion and guidance. May I always know the security of your fold.
YES:
I will seek the security of the Lord’s teaching in my life.
Friday, February 20, 2009
2/20/09 John 4:1-15
SCRIPTURE: John 4:1-15
(Please enjoy the entire passage and share the verse(s) which speak to you) The Pharisees heard that Jesus was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John, although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized but his disciples. (John 4:1-2).
OBSERVATION:
The passage is often titled, “Jesus and the woman at the well” or “Jesus and the Samaritan woman” and it contains the awesome message about living water. However the first two verse demonstrate the power of a faith community. Verse 2 clearly states how the disciples were doing the work of evangelism.
APPLICATION:
Jesus is the source of living water; this is true. And it is true that all who drink of this well will not thirst. But others do not know about this living water. Therefore I must always be about sharing the Good News of salvation through Christ.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your deep well of life giving love we call the living water. Let me drink fully and be strengthened to share your love.
YES:
I will share the Good News!!!!!
(Please enjoy the entire passage and share the verse(s) which speak to you) The Pharisees heard that Jesus was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John, although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized but his disciples. (John 4:1-2).
OBSERVATION:
The passage is often titled, “Jesus and the woman at the well” or “Jesus and the Samaritan woman” and it contains the awesome message about living water. However the first two verse demonstrate the power of a faith community. Verse 2 clearly states how the disciples were doing the work of evangelism.
APPLICATION:
Jesus is the source of living water; this is true. And it is true that all who drink of this well will not thirst. But others do not know about this living water. Therefore I must always be about sharing the Good News of salvation through Christ.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your deep well of life giving love we call the living water. Let me drink fully and be strengthened to share your love.
YES:
I will share the Good News!!!!!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
2//19/09 Genesis 1:1-23
SCRIPTURE:
(Enjoy the full passage and share the one verse which speaks to you) Then God said, “ Let there be light; and there was light” (Genesis 1:3).
OBSERVATION:
Before life begun on this earth it was a dark, cold, and lifeless place. The light of God starts life.
APPLICATION:
The natural light of God demonstrates how God’s love, power, and mercy is available to all. Just as the sun shines on all; God’s love, power, and mercy is available to all. But some do not understand the light and we are called share about the love, power, and mercy of the Lord.
PRAYER:
Lord thank you for the life giving light of your sun and the life givein light of your Son which shines in our hearts.
YES:
I will speak of light of Christ.
(Enjoy the full passage and share the one verse which speaks to you) Then God said, “ Let there be light; and there was light” (Genesis 1:3).
OBSERVATION:
Before life begun on this earth it was a dark, cold, and lifeless place. The light of God starts life.
APPLICATION:
The natural light of God demonstrates how God’s love, power, and mercy is available to all. Just as the sun shines on all; God’s love, power, and mercy is available to all. But some do not understand the light and we are called share about the love, power, and mercy of the Lord.
PRAYER:
Lord thank you for the life giving light of your sun and the life givein light of your Son which shines in our hearts.
YES:
I will speak of light of Christ.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
2/17/09 Psalm 1:1-3
SCRIPTURE:
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted b streams of water, which yields its fruit in season, and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.
OBSERVATION:
Life long strength and guidance is found in God’s message and by meditating (prayer).
APPLICATION:
These verses remind us that we can choose who we associate with and we can choose our actions in life. But reading and prayer will give strength to live a fruitful life.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your Word found in scripture and written upon my heart and for how your Word became flesh for my guidance and salvation. Plant me at the base of your love and grow me so I may bear fruit for you.
YES:
I will say yes to reading, praying, and living in God’s message of love.
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted b streams of water, which yields its fruit in season, and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.
OBSERVATION:
Life long strength and guidance is found in God’s message and by meditating (prayer).
APPLICATION:
These verses remind us that we can choose who we associate with and we can choose our actions in life. But reading and prayer will give strength to live a fruitful life.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank you for your Word found in scripture and written upon my heart and for how your Word became flesh for my guidance and salvation. Plant me at the base of your love and grow me so I may bear fruit for you.
YES:
I will say yes to reading, praying, and living in God’s message of love.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
2/17/09 Matthew 6:25-34
Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34
(Please share the verse which speaks to you) But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be provided for you ( Matthew 6:33)
Observation:
Searching for the kingdom of God (a life with God through Jesus Christ) is as important and beneficial today as achieving an eternal goal.
Application:
We are always seeking and searching for answers. We fret when answer to life's question do not come. We forget that many unasked questions are answered along the journey.
Prayer:
I give you thanks that just as you feed the birds and adorn the grass you take care of my daily needs. Teach me to remember you are always leading me in this journey of life.
Yes:
I will give my worry to the Lord.
(Please share the verse which speaks to you) But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be provided for you ( Matthew 6:33)
Observation:
Searching for the kingdom of God (a life with God through Jesus Christ) is as important and beneficial today as achieving an eternal goal.
Application:
We are always seeking and searching for answers. We fret when answer to life's question do not come. We forget that many unasked questions are answered along the journey.
Prayer:
I give you thanks that just as you feed the birds and adorn the grass you take care of my daily needs. Teach me to remember you are always leading me in this journey of life.
Yes:
I will give my worry to the Lord.
Monday, February 16, 2009
2/16/09 Philippians 4:1-9
SCRIPTURE:
(Please share about the verse which speaks to you) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplications with thanksgiving let your request be made know to God (Philippians 4:6).
OBSERVATION:
Don’t be nervous, God hears prayers.
APPLICATION:
So often I forget God does want to hear my personal prayers and fears. But sometimes I let my anxiousness interfere with talking to God; I should give thanks that my Lord longs to hear me.
PRAYER:
Lord, forgive me when I have been so trapped by my fear and anxiousness that I have not accepted your grace and love. Clam my spirit and hear my thanksgiving.
YES:
I will give my prains to the One who calms my spirit.
(Please share about the verse which speaks to you) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplications with thanksgiving let your request be made know to God (Philippians 4:6).
OBSERVATION:
Don’t be nervous, God hears prayers.
APPLICATION:
So often I forget God does want to hear my personal prayers and fears. But sometimes I let my anxiousness interfere with talking to God; I should give thanks that my Lord longs to hear me.
PRAYER:
Lord, forgive me when I have been so trapped by my fear and anxiousness that I have not accepted your grace and love. Clam my spirit and hear my thanksgiving.
YES:
I will give my prains to the One who calms my spirit.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
2/14/09 2 Corintians 4:7-11
scripture: We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.
observation: Jesus died for our sins. In our lives, who we are, what we are should reflect the life that Jesus led.
Application: So we call ourselves Christian. Do we act like Christ and live our life with the love and concern Jesus had?
Prayer: Lord you know my heart. Please forgive me when I do not act in the way that best represents you. Loving and caring.
Yes: I will watch, at times when it is toughest to act Christian, and remember that people are looking for a promise in Christ through me.
observation: Jesus died for our sins. In our lives, who we are, what we are should reflect the life that Jesus led.
Application: So we call ourselves Christian. Do we act like Christ and live our life with the love and concern Jesus had?
Prayer: Lord you know my heart. Please forgive me when I do not act in the way that best represents you. Loving and caring.
Yes: I will watch, at times when it is toughest to act Christian, and remember that people are looking for a promise in Christ through me.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
2/13/09 1 Corinthians 10:23-24, 10:31-11:1
Pick the verse that speaks to you!
Scripture: Everything is permissible - but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible - but not everything is constructive. Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others.
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the Glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God - even as I try to please everybody in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. NIV
Observation: With all of our personal freedoms that we have, we need to consider others in the choices that we make.
Application: I can remember the lowest times in my life that came from decisions that I made for myself without considering how my decision affected those around me. The highest times in my life were the times that I did things because I wanted to help others first instead of just helping myself. I felt more blessings by putting others first.
Prayer: Lord, you have set the example of putting others before yourself by dying for our sins on the cross. For that I cannot thank you enough. Be with me in my daily walk that I may continue to put others first, so that I may be an example of your love for me.
Yes: My actions will reflect the examples of Christ.
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the Glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God - even as I try to please everybody in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. NIV
Observation: With all of our personal freedoms that we have, we need to consider others in the choices that we make.
Application: I can remember the lowest times in my life that came from decisions that I made for myself without considering how my decision affected those around me. The highest times in my life were the times that I did things because I wanted to help others first instead of just helping myself. I felt more blessings by putting others first.
Prayer: Lord, you have set the example of putting others before yourself by dying for our sins on the cross. For that I cannot thank you enough. Be with me in my daily walk that I may continue to put others first, so that I may be an example of your love for me.
Yes: My actions will reflect the examples of Christ.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
2/12/09 Psalm 139:1-18
Pick the verse that speaks to you!
Scripture: O Lord, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you know it completely, O Lord. You hem me in - behind and before; you have laid your hand upon me, too lofty for me to attain.
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. If I say Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me, even the darkness will not be dark to you; the night will shine like the day, for darkness is as light to you.
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb, I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. How precious to me are your thoughts, O God. How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them they would outnumber the grains of sand. When I awake, I am still with you.
Observation: How marvelous is a creator that knows us before we were born, who surrounds us and guides us throughout our life.
Application: We have been created for great things by God. Take action and know that God is with you. Even in your darkest hour when you feel furthest from home God is with you.
Prayer: Thank you Lord. For creating and knowing me. For not leaving me in my darkest hour. For knowing my actions before I make them. Continue to be with me to guide me in the path you want me to go.
Yes: With a God that knows me so well, I will not worry about doing things on my own.
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. If I say Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me, even the darkness will not be dark to you; the night will shine like the day, for darkness is as light to you.
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb, I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. How precious to me are your thoughts, O God. How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them they would outnumber the grains of sand. When I awake, I am still with you.
Observation: How marvelous is a creator that knows us before we were born, who surrounds us and guides us throughout our life.
Application: We have been created for great things by God. Take action and know that God is with you. Even in your darkest hour when you feel furthest from home God is with you.
Prayer: Thank you Lord. For creating and knowing me. For not leaving me in my darkest hour. For knowing my actions before I make them. Continue to be with me to guide me in the path you want me to go.
Yes: With a God that knows me so well, I will not worry about doing things on my own.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
2/11/09 Matthew 5:13-16
Select the verse that speaks to you!
Scripture: You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown our and trampled by men.
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:13-16 NIV
Observation: In verse 13 the term salf of the earth is used to define us. The important part of this verse, to me, is that if the salt loses its saltiness, it is no longer worth anything except to be thrown out and trampled by men. The notes in my Bible say that salt was gathered from the Dead Sea and was full of impurities that caused it to lose some of its flavor.
Application: We need to prevent impurities from seeping into our lives. Keeping the Word of God close, praying with purpose and surrounding ourselves with people who will hold us accountable will help prevent impurities.
Prayer: Lord help me to keep the impurities of life out of my life.
Yes: I will keep God close to keep the impurities far away.
Observation: In verse 13 the term salf of the earth is used to define us. The important part of this verse, to me, is that if the salt loses its saltiness, it is no longer worth anything except to be thrown out and trampled by men. The notes in my Bible say that salt was gathered from the Dead Sea and was full of impurities that caused it to lose some of its flavor.
Application: We need to prevent impurities from seeping into our lives. Keeping the Word of God close, praying with purpose and surrounding ourselves with people who will hold us accountable will help prevent impurities.
Prayer: Lord help me to keep the impurities of life out of my life.
Yes: I will keep God close to keep the impurities far away.
Monday, February 9, 2009
2/10/09 Psalm 104:24-33
Pick the verse that speaks to you!
Scripture: How many are your works, O Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number- living things both large and small. There the ships go to and fro and the leviathan, which you formed to frolic there. These all look to you to give them their food at the proper time. When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are satisfied with good things. When you hide your face, they are terrified; when you take away their breath, they die and return to the dust. When you send your Spirit, they are created and you renew the face of the earth. May the glory of the Lord endure forever; may the Lord rejoice in his works - he who looks at the earth and it trembles, who touches the mountains, and they smoke. I will sing to the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.
Observation: The Lord, God, is an awesome God! Creating every living creature and providing everything that they need when they need it. A powerful God that not only can give, but also destroy. There is so much wonder and admiration for our Lord God.
Application: Take time to look for God. Even when the sky is dark, the rain is heavy, the wind is strong, and the waves are high, know that we have an awesome God and that God is good!
Prayer: Lord, that you for providing for my needs, when I need it. Thank you for your creation around me. Thank you for loving me as your creation and blessing me with family and friends. Forgive me for not looking to you with more trust and faith. You indeed are an awesome God.
Yes: Now is the time to act. Now is the time to sing praises. Now is the time to let people know that we have a God that has not left us, but lives in us!
Observation: The Lord, God, is an awesome God! Creating every living creature and providing everything that they need when they need it. A powerful God that not only can give, but also destroy. There is so much wonder and admiration for our Lord God.
Application: Take time to look for God. Even when the sky is dark, the rain is heavy, the wind is strong, and the waves are high, know that we have an awesome God and that God is good!
Prayer: Lord, that you for providing for my needs, when I need it. Thank you for your creation around me. Thank you for loving me as your creation and blessing me with family and friends. Forgive me for not looking to you with more trust and faith. You indeed are an awesome God.
Yes: Now is the time to act. Now is the time to sing praises. Now is the time to let people know that we have a God that has not left us, but lives in us!
2/9/09 Colossians 3:12-17
Please pick out the verse that speaks to you.
Scripture: Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and clearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put in love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or in deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. - Colossians 3:12-17
Observation: As Christians we have been blessed as His chosen people. Our relationships need to reflect that we are such. In our actions and in our words. Times may get stormy and dark around us, but with the Joy and Thanksgiving that we keep in our hearts, those around will feel the warmth of our love in Jesus Christ.
Application: We need to take time to feel, show and share the love and grace given to us by Jesus Christ to the people we interact with every day.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the gift of being one of your chosen people. Help me to share the warmth that you have given me in the stormy darkness that surrounds me.
Yes: I will show the love Christ has given me in my relationships.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or in deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. - Colossians 3:12-17
Observation: As Christians we have been blessed as His chosen people. Our relationships need to reflect that we are such. In our actions and in our words. Times may get stormy and dark around us, but with the Joy and Thanksgiving that we keep in our hearts, those around will feel the warmth of our love in Jesus Christ.
Application: We need to take time to feel, show and share the love and grace given to us by Jesus Christ to the people we interact with every day.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the gift of being one of your chosen people. Help me to share the warmth that you have given me in the stormy darkness that surrounds me.
Yes: I will show the love Christ has given me in my relationships.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
2/7/09 Romans 10:8-15
Scripture: Romans 10:8-15
(Please read and select the verse that speaks to you) But what does it say, “The Word is near you in your mouth and in your heart - that is, the word of faith which we are preaching” (vs8)
Observation:
In a passage that describes the way of salvation and the joy, is a reminder of how the message of God’s love and provision is already near (written upon our hearts). This is a quote from Deuteronomy 30:14.
Application:
I can trust the Lord has already placed deep within me a hunger for salvation. I am created in the image of divine love and because of the created nature God’s love is imprinted upon my sole.
Prayer:
Lord, thank you for being near, nearer than my next breath. Forgive me when I have not fully lived your love.
Yield:
Fear I an incapable of service to and for the Lord.
(Please read and select the verse that speaks to you) But what does it say, “The Word is near you in your mouth and in your heart - that is, the word of faith which we are preaching” (vs8)
Observation:
In a passage that describes the way of salvation and the joy, is a reminder of how the message of God’s love and provision is already near (written upon our hearts). This is a quote from Deuteronomy 30:14.
Application:
I can trust the Lord has already placed deep within me a hunger for salvation. I am created in the image of divine love and because of the created nature God’s love is imprinted upon my sole.
Prayer:
Lord, thank you for being near, nearer than my next breath. Forgive me when I have not fully lived your love.
Yield:
Fear I an incapable of service to and for the Lord.
Friday, February 6, 2009
2/6/09 Philippians 4:10-13
Scripture:
(Please select the verse that speaks to you) I can do everything through Him who give me strength (vs 13),
Observation
The inner strength we need in life comes from the Lord.
Application:
The previous verse (vs 12) states trials and troubles of life can exhaust a person’s strength. Often in tough times it seems easier to rely on self. This is dangerous as it can be self-defeating and self-exhausting. I must remember to rely on the Lord.
Prayer:
Lord thank you for being my rock and my fortress. Teach me to remember you are my source of strength at all times.
Yield:
I must yield over reliance in self.
(Please select the verse that speaks to you) I can do everything through Him who give me strength (vs 13),
Observation
The inner strength we need in life comes from the Lord.
Application:
The previous verse (vs 12) states trials and troubles of life can exhaust a person’s strength. Often in tough times it seems easier to rely on self. This is dangerous as it can be self-defeating and self-exhausting. I must remember to rely on the Lord.
Prayer:
Lord thank you for being my rock and my fortress. Teach me to remember you are my source of strength at all times.
Yield:
I must yield over reliance in self.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
John 6:25-34
Scripture: John 6:25-34
(please pick a different verse in the passage) “Jesus replied, “This is the work of God; that you believe in the One He has sent (vs29).
Observation:
Belief is vital to a life of faith.
Application:
Like the disciples in the passage sometimes I think I need a “sign” to believe. It is interesting though how Jesus uses a sign (Moses and bread) to help the disciples’ “belief”. But what Jesus was doing with the story of Moses and bread was explaining how ancient Israelites felt they needed a sign of God provision and love. I too think sometimes I need that “sign” and forget there are signs already around me.
Prayer:
Lord, help my unbelief. Teach me to remember you and how you have always provided for me and shown me love.
Yield:
I must yield this need for outward signs of God’s provision and love.
(please pick a different verse in the passage) “Jesus replied, “This is the work of God; that you believe in the One He has sent (vs29).
Observation:
Belief is vital to a life of faith.
Application:
Like the disciples in the passage sometimes I think I need a “sign” to believe. It is interesting though how Jesus uses a sign (Moses and bread) to help the disciples’ “belief”. But what Jesus was doing with the story of Moses and bread was explaining how ancient Israelites felt they needed a sign of God provision and love. I too think sometimes I need that “sign” and forget there are signs already around me.
Prayer:
Lord, help my unbelief. Teach me to remember you and how you have always provided for me and shown me love.
Yield:
I must yield this need for outward signs of God’s provision and love.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
2/4/09
Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46
When did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? (vs 38)
Observation:
Jesus is teaching that actions matter and we are to serve the least among us.
Application:
In one of the most powerful Gospel passages, Jesus calls us to serve the people at the margins of society. Sometimes it is very easy to spot people at the margins. They are the hungry holding a cardboard sign, the family living in a shelter, or the sick. But sometimes people we know live at the margins of society. The person next door may feel isolated and unloved. The co-worker may be struggling with questions of faith. The margins of society are blurry. They are not just marked by power and wealth. Some live at the margins simply because someone else has over looked them.
Prayer:
Lord, open my eyes to those who live at the margins of society and use me as a vessel; pouring out your love.
Yield:
Being single focused on how I see and serve those at the margins.
When did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? (vs 38)
Observation:
Jesus is teaching that actions matter and we are to serve the least among us.
Application:
In one of the most powerful Gospel passages, Jesus calls us to serve the people at the margins of society. Sometimes it is very easy to spot people at the margins. They are the hungry holding a cardboard sign, the family living in a shelter, or the sick. But sometimes people we know live at the margins of society. The person next door may feel isolated and unloved. The co-worker may be struggling with questions of faith. The margins of society are blurry. They are not just marked by power and wealth. Some live at the margins simply because someone else has over looked them.
Prayer:
Lord, open my eyes to those who live at the margins of society and use me as a vessel; pouring out your love.
Yield:
Being single focused on how I see and serve those at the margins.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
2/3/09
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God (vs.4).
Observation:
Even 2000 years ago, people were tempted by forces and things like money, power, and ease. These could be gods over them.
Application:
Even today forces and things can be gods, holding power over our lives. As moderns, we must always strive to seek the light of Christ which points to God and away from the gods of this world.
Prayer:
Lord forgive me when I have chose gods of this age over you. Shine Your light into my eyes so that I only see you.
Yield:
I must yield the believe I can choose my gods.
The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God (vs.4).
Observation:
Even 2000 years ago, people were tempted by forces and things like money, power, and ease. These could be gods over them.
Application:
Even today forces and things can be gods, holding power over our lives. As moderns, we must always strive to seek the light of Christ which points to God and away from the gods of this world.
Prayer:
Lord forgive me when I have chose gods of this age over you. Shine Your light into my eyes so that I only see you.
Yield:
I must yield the believe I can choose my gods.
Monday, February 2, 2009
2/2/09
Scripture: Psalm 91
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty (Vs.1).
Observation:
There is security in living in the Lord's presence.
Application:
We can chose to live in the presence of God or we can chose to not live in the presence of God. Sometimes we chose to be visitors to the presence of God. When just a visitor (not a dweller) to the presence of God, one finds it difficult to find rest in God's shadow during difficult times.
Prayer:
Lord, thank you for hearing me when I call and allowing me to live in the shelter of your amazing love.
Yield:
I must yield my "frequent flyer miles" (my excuses) for being just a visitor to God's presence.
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty (Vs.1).
Observation:
There is security in living in the Lord's presence.
Application:
We can chose to live in the presence of God or we can chose to not live in the presence of God. Sometimes we chose to be visitors to the presence of God. When just a visitor (not a dweller) to the presence of God, one finds it difficult to find rest in God's shadow during difficult times.
Prayer:
Lord, thank you for hearing me when I call and allowing me to live in the shelter of your amazing love.
Yield:
I must yield my "frequent flyer miles" (my excuses) for being just a visitor to God's presence.
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