When the day just doesn’t feel quiet okay, no matter what we must remember to obediently proclaim “This is the day the LORD has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Some may say “I can’t possibly praise Him through the pain” and instead their prayers will be consumed with complaints. But, praising Him through the pain isn’t a choice to make but rather a command to obey.
The LORD is fully aware of what we are going through just as He was with Joseph, Job and most importantly Jesus. As we read their stories an important detail to never forget is that the LORD had a loving divine purpose that at the time was hard for some to comprehend but in the end resulted in an abundance of blessings.
Therefore, when the pain seems too difficult to bear always remember that He is right there. He is an ever present help in our time of need and when we seek Him first the peace that is unveiled is beyond amazing.
So instead of focusing on the pain embrace the opportunity to increase your faith in His holy name.
Scriptures to meditate on:Psalm 18
Psalm 33:20-22
Psalm 34:19
Psalm 46:1
Psalm 55:22
Psalm 61
Psalm 71
Psalm 86
Psalm 92:1-2
Psalm 94:22
Psalm 100
Psalm 114:11
Psalm 118:24
I Corinthians 13:4
Hebrews 11:6
Hebrews 13:15
James 1:2-4
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Are you settling for less?
If you are reading this encouraging message and have yet to read your Bible today or don’t even plan on doing so, you may want to ask yourself, “Am I settling for less?”
It is very important as Christians that we never allow any form of media to supersede our daily devotion in the LORD’s word. Many are in the habit of listening to Christian programs, reading Daily Bread devotionals or relying on Sunday morning service to commune with the LORD. However, there is absolutely no substitute for the counsel received directly from Him through His word.
Certainly, the LORD can use any form of media to communicate with us and He definitely does. But, His word is the living truth which equips us with everything we need to serve Him righteously. So it is imperative that we come to know Him for ourselves so that we aren’t ever misled.
The LORD has graciously blessed us with 66 books full of lessons, blessings and promises as a precious gift of His love.
So why, settle for less when He has blessed us with the best?
Scriptures to meditate on:
Joshua 1:8
Psalm 1:2-3
Psalm 16:7-11
Psalm 19:7-11
Psalm 32:8
Psalm 73:24-26
Psalm 119:24
Psalm 119:15-16
Proverbs 2:6-11
Proverbs 21:30
Matthew 4:4
Galatians 1:11-12
II Timothy 3:16-17
II Peter 1:3-4
It is very important as Christians that we never allow any form of media to supersede our daily devotion in the LORD’s word. Many are in the habit of listening to Christian programs, reading Daily Bread devotionals or relying on Sunday morning service to commune with the LORD. However, there is absolutely no substitute for the counsel received directly from Him through His word.
Certainly, the LORD can use any form of media to communicate with us and He definitely does. But, His word is the living truth which equips us with everything we need to serve Him righteously. So it is imperative that we come to know Him for ourselves so that we aren’t ever misled.
The LORD has graciously blessed us with 66 books full of lessons, blessings and promises as a precious gift of His love.
So why, settle for less when He has blessed us with the best?
Scriptures to meditate on:
Joshua 1:8
Psalm 1:2-3
Psalm 16:7-11
Psalm 19:7-11
Psalm 32:8
Psalm 73:24-26
Psalm 119:24
Psalm 119:15-16
Proverbs 2:6-11
Proverbs 21:30
Matthew 4:4
Galatians 1:11-12
II Timothy 3:16-17
II Peter 1:3-4
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