There is a way which seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death. A person simply cannot always trust their intuition and feelings. It may seem we are moving in the right direction; yet, the end could very well be death. Unless our decisions in life are informed by the … Continue reading It Seems To Me – Proverbs 16:25
Category: Devotionals
Just some quick, short thoughts I have had throughout the years.
Love and Faithfulness – Proverbs 16:6
By steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the Lord one turns away from evil. This was perfectly exemplified in Christ Jesus on the cross. Perfect love met perfect faithfulness and fulfilled the perfect justice of Father God producing righteousness for all who submit their lives in godly fear … Continue reading Love and Faithfulness – Proverbs 16:6
Honor Those Who Suffer – Philippians 2:29-30
Therefore, welcome him in the Lord with all joy and hold men like him in honor, because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to make up what was lacking in your ministry to me. Just as we honor those who have risked and sometimes given their lives in … Continue reading Honor Those Who Suffer – Philippians 2:29-30
Disastrous Evil – Proverbs 13:21
Disaster pursues sinners, but good rewards the righteous. The one who knows to do right, and I am convinced that all know this, and yet pursues evil intentionally, will consistently see trouble and pain in his rear view mirror. He brings trouble into his life in exchange for whatever he thinks he is profiting. Disaster … Continue reading Disastrous Evil – Proverbs 13:21
Speaking Love – Ephesians 4:15
But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into Him who is the head — Christ. Speaking the truth in love does not imply that we will find ourselves always speaking 'nice' things. It implies that we will always be speaking true things with grace because we love those to whom … Continue reading Speaking Love – Ephesians 4:15
Leading, Teaching, Seeking, Growing – Ephesians 4:11-13
And He personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, for the training of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with … Continue reading Leading, Teaching, Seeking, Growing – Ephesians 4:11-13
The Measure Of Christ’s Gift – Ephesians 4:7
Now grace was given to each one of us according to the measure of the Messiah’s gift. So many of the promises of Scripture are almost too much to handle. They rarely seem too small but very often seem to be just too big. We have been given grace - that in itself is more … Continue reading The Measure Of Christ’s Gift – Ephesians 4:7
Inside Out – Exodus 35:21
Everyone whose heart was moved and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the Lord for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. Our motivation, as specified by God earlier in this chapter, must come from the inside out. There is goodness in … Continue reading Inside Out – Exodus 35:21
In Jesus’ Name – John 14:13-14
Whatever you ask in My name, I will do it so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask Me anything in My name, I will do it. 'In my Name' - according to the character, nature, being and essence of Who Christ is. It is the Name of Christ that … Continue reading In Jesus’ Name – John 14:13-14
Believing and Receiving – John 13:20
"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who receives whomever I send receives Me; and he who receives Me receives Him who sent Me.” To receive a believer in Christ, one whom Jesus has sent, is to receive Christ Himself. To receive Christ Himself is to receive God the Father. Thus, as we receive our … Continue reading Believing and Receiving – John 13:20
Speaking Truth in the Light of God’s Glory – Exodus 34:33
When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil over his face. We must never feel obligated to make excuses for Gods glorious presence and His Holy Word. Never! This verse seems to indicate that Moses did the preaching without the veil. His glowing face was obvious and evident as he shared God's … Continue reading Speaking Truth in the Light of God’s Glory – Exodus 34:33
Purpose, Origin and Destiny – John 13:3
Jesus knew that the Father had given everything into His hands, that He had come from God, and that He was going back to God. Jesus knew His purpose, His origin and His destiny. This knowledge informs His life. Knowing where He is from, why He is here, and where He is going, provides the … Continue reading Purpose, Origin and Destiny – John 13:3
God’s Fear Inducing Glory – Exodus 34:30
When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face shone! They were afraid to come near him. There is an element of the reflected glory of God that causes an inexplicable fear in people. This 'glowing' is an odd thing to those who don't have any experience with it and possibly … Continue reading God’s Fear Inducing Glory – Exodus 34:30
Honored by God – John 12:26
If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also; if anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him. The true servant of Christ receives the honor of Father God. It is quite a thought to consider. In and of ourselves we just don’t tend to be … Continue reading Honored by God – John 12:26
Wisdom and Favor – Proverbs 8:35
For the one who finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord... Nothing supersedes the favor of Father God. What could? This is the Creator of the Universe showing preference for a created being. It is mind boggling to say the least. Who would not seek this favor and enjoy this protection and … Continue reading Wisdom and Favor – Proverbs 8:35
Blasphemy- John 10:33
“We aren’t stoning You for a good work,” the Jews answered, “but for blasphemy, because You — being a man — make Yourself God.” He absolutely did not ‘make Himself God’. He is the Eternal God and always has been. He is the infinite starting point necessary for this finite existence of ours. He … Continue reading Blasphemy- John 10:33
Security in Christ – John 10:28
I give them eternal life, and they will never perish — ever! No one will snatch them out of My hand. The security we have in Christ is profound. He makes it clear that no other one can remove us from His protection and care. It could even be argued that we cannot remove ourselves; … Continue reading Security in Christ – John 10:28
Faith of Christ – Galatians 5:6
For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision accomplishes anything; what matters is faith working through love. Within Christ there is truly no religious human accomplishment that has any value. Ritualistic performance is worthless. Faith in and of Christ is of ultimate worth. He is our Faith and as we assent to His "realness" and … Continue reading Faith of Christ – Galatians 5:6
Fallen From Grace – Galatians 5:4
You have become estranged from Christ, you who attempt to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace. To fall from grace is not to sin so much that God refuses to forgive us. To fall from grace is to move back to a place where somehow we believe we can justify our own … Continue reading Fallen From Grace – Galatians 5:4
Garland of Grace, Crown of Beauty – Proverbs 4:9
“She will place a garland of grace on your head; she will give you a crown of beauty.” Jesus is the Wisdom of God and has quite literally crowned us with a garland of grace. He came full of grace and truth. He is our crown.
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