Scripture - Psalms 104:24,25 Lord, you have made many things; with your wisdom you made them all. The earth is full of your riches. Look at the sea, so big and wide, with creatures large and small that cannot be counted.
Observation - The Lord has made so many things; animals, plants, mountains, oceans, etc. They show his character. By the things he has made, he reveals life. The creatures, great and small, are so unique in their characteristics. God must have a sense of humor also. Some creatures are outright funny looking, and He made so many things. In his wisdom, He created them.
Application - When I look at or observe the things God made, I will think on the wisdom of God. Everything He created has purpose, not matter how unimportant it may seem to us. His is wiser than man.
Prayer - Father, help me to see your light in all that you created. May I always remember your wisdom when I see all that you have made. Amen.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Sunday, September 29, 2013
God Wants More Than a Song
Scripture - Amos 5:23,24 Take the noise of your songs away from me! I won't listen to the music of your harps. But let justice flow like a river, and let goodness flow like a stream that never stops.
Observation - God doesn't just want lip service from His people. He wants action. Websters dictionary:
justice - the condition of being just or fair 2) reward or punishment as deserved 3) the upholding of what is just or lawful 4) to treat people in a fair or proper way
goodness - the condition of being good
good - better than the usual or average kind (good work) 2) not for everyday use; best 3) right for the purpose; satisfactory 4) pleasing or satisfying; enjoyable or happy 5) helpful, that benefits (exercise for good health) 6) doing what is right or proper; well behaved 7) kind or friendly 7) honorable or respected
Application - What manner of people does God expect his children to be? Those who practice justice and goodness. Let us learn to walk in his ways.
Prayer - Let us not just sing songs to you Lord, but let our lives reflect the very essence of who you are. Amen!
Observation - God doesn't just want lip service from His people. He wants action. Websters dictionary:
justice - the condition of being just or fair 2) reward or punishment as deserved 3) the upholding of what is just or lawful 4) to treat people in a fair or proper way
goodness - the condition of being good
good - better than the usual or average kind (good work) 2) not for everyday use; best 3) right for the purpose; satisfactory 4) pleasing or satisfying; enjoyable or happy 5) helpful, that benefits (exercise for good health) 6) doing what is right or proper; well behaved 7) kind or friendly 7) honorable or respected
Application - What manner of people does God expect his children to be? Those who practice justice and goodness. Let us learn to walk in his ways.
Prayer - Let us not just sing songs to you Lord, but let our lives reflect the very essence of who you are. Amen!
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Listen to His Word
S - II Tim. 3:16 All scripture is given by God and is useful for teaching, for showing people what is wrong in their lives, for correcting their faults, and for teaching how to live right.
O - God has given his word to help us. We must begin to listen to him. If there are things in our lives that need to be corrected, God will show us through his word.
A - I must study God's Word and listen for his voice. His Word will speak to me if there is an area that needs to be fixed.
P - Father, teach me how to live. Let your Word convict me enough, so I will change. Amen.
O - God has given his word to help us. We must begin to listen to him. If there are things in our lives that need to be corrected, God will show us through his word.
A - I must study God's Word and listen for his voice. His Word will speak to me if there is an area that needs to be fixed.
P - Father, teach me how to live. Let your Word convict me enough, so I will change. Amen.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
The Pharisee and the Sinner Who Met Yeshua (Salvation)
Scripture - Luke 7:36-38 And one of the Pharisees asked him (Yeshua) to eat with him. And He went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to eat. 37 And see, a woman in the city who was a sinner, when she knew that Yeshua sat at the table in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster flask of perfume. 38 and standing behind, at His feet, weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears, and wipig them with the hair of her head, and was kissing His feet and anointing them with perfume.
Observation - I was overcome with emotion as I read Luke 7, but these three versus speak very loudly to me. The Pharisee was walking out religion in his life. He invited Yeshua for a meal (maybe even just to pick his brain and see what he was made of, possibly to try and trip him up philosophically). The woman it seems just kind of showed up. She heard that Yeshua was there, and she couldn't stay away. There was a drawing from Yah and she had to be there. She was a sinner and she needed a savior. When she entered his presence, she was undone. This was a supernatural experience. She wept and washed Yeshua's feet with her tears, using her hair to wipe them. She kissed his feet and anointed them with perfume. Her life was changed forever after being in His very presence. Scripture goes on to say in the next verses how those who are redeemed from a life of deep sin, show greater love than those who haven't walked that path.
Application - As a person who was in deep sin before I met Yeshua (Jesus), I have somewhat of an understanding of this love. He saved me and brought me out of a deep pit, and I am eternally grateful. May my life be seen as an example of one who loves him deeply.
Prayer - Father, thank you for the day that I saw your son, Yeshua, for who he was - my salvation. His very name, Yeshua, means "salvation." Let me love you without reservation and not be afraid of what others may think. It is my relationship with you that matters more than anything. I am eternally grateful for all that you have done for me. In Yeshua's name. Amen.
Observation - I was overcome with emotion as I read Luke 7, but these three versus speak very loudly to me. The Pharisee was walking out religion in his life. He invited Yeshua for a meal (maybe even just to pick his brain and see what he was made of, possibly to try and trip him up philosophically). The woman it seems just kind of showed up. She heard that Yeshua was there, and she couldn't stay away. There was a drawing from Yah and she had to be there. She was a sinner and she needed a savior. When she entered his presence, she was undone. This was a supernatural experience. She wept and washed Yeshua's feet with her tears, using her hair to wipe them. She kissed his feet and anointed them with perfume. Her life was changed forever after being in His very presence. Scripture goes on to say in the next verses how those who are redeemed from a life of deep sin, show greater love than those who haven't walked that path.
Application - As a person who was in deep sin before I met Yeshua (Jesus), I have somewhat of an understanding of this love. He saved me and brought me out of a deep pit, and I am eternally grateful. May my life be seen as an example of one who loves him deeply.
Prayer - Father, thank you for the day that I saw your son, Yeshua, for who he was - my salvation. His very name, Yeshua, means "salvation." Let me love you without reservation and not be afraid of what others may think. It is my relationship with you that matters more than anything. I am eternally grateful for all that you have done for me. In Yeshua's name. Amen.
Listen to Yahuwah
S - Amos 3:6,7 When trouble comes to a city, the Yahuwah has caused it. Before Yahuwah does anything, he tells his plans to his servants the prophets.
O - We need to tune in to what the true prophets of Yah are saying. The false ones are giving messages of how you can gain more wealth. The true propets, however, are telling us to discern the times we are living in. We are living in the end times according to Yah's prophets and we need to be prepared.
A - I need to discern the true voice of Yahuwah. He is still speaking to us. He will always warn His people before he does anything on the earth. I need to stay prayed up and listening for his voice.
P - Father, I thank you that you are speaking through your leaders regarding things to come. The earthquakes, storms, etc. were all spoken of in your Word. Let us seek you regarding preparation for the end times. Amen.
O - We need to tune in to what the true prophets of Yah are saying. The false ones are giving messages of how you can gain more wealth. The true propets, however, are telling us to discern the times we are living in. We are living in the end times according to Yah's prophets and we need to be prepared.
A - I need to discern the true voice of Yahuwah. He is still speaking to us. He will always warn His people before he does anything on the earth. I need to stay prayed up and listening for his voice.
P - Father, I thank you that you are speaking through your leaders regarding things to come. The earthquakes, storms, etc. were all spoken of in your Word. Let us seek you regarding preparation for the end times. Amen.
Monday, September 23, 2013
Pursue Faith, Peace, and Love
S - II Timothy 2:22 But run away from the evil young people like to do. Try hard to live right and to have faith, love, and peace, together with those who trust in the Lord from pure hearts.
O - Young people, who don't follow the Lord, sometimes find themselves caught up in all sorts of evil. If you want to live your life as a believer, it is necessary to turn away from evil and the appearance of evil in your life. You are to live a pure, peaceful life, following after faith and love. In order to attain this, we need to be associated with other believers who are pursuing God's ways in their lives.
A - I must pursue peace, faith, and love, and hang out with others who are also seeking these virtues.
P - Help me Father to follow after you and not be caught up in evil or the appearance of evil. Amen.
O - Young people, who don't follow the Lord, sometimes find themselves caught up in all sorts of evil. If you want to live your life as a believer, it is necessary to turn away from evil and the appearance of evil in your life. You are to live a pure, peaceful life, following after faith and love. In order to attain this, we need to be associated with other believers who are pursuing God's ways in their lives.
A - I must pursue peace, faith, and love, and hang out with others who are also seeking these virtues.
P - Help me Father to follow after you and not be caught up in evil or the appearance of evil. Amen.
Sunday, September 22, 2013
We Are Not Afraid
Scripture - 2 Timothy 1:7,8 God did not give us a spirit that makes us afraid, but a spirit of power and love and self-control. So, do not be ashamed to tell people about our Messiah Yeshua.
Observation - We need to ask the Lord for opportunities to share with others about Yeshua (Jesus). When God quickens that we need to share with someone, we should not be afraid. The Lord will move in His power and love as we share, and we must have self-control enough to be sensitive to the leading of the Ruach (Spirit).
Application - I must share with other the story of salvation. In Revelation, God's Word says "They overcame the evil one with the blood of the Lamb (Yeshua) and the word of their testimony." We must share His story.
Prayer - Father, help me to look for opportunities to share the story of Yeshua and the story of what He has done in my life. Let them be saved and changed. Amen.
Observation - We need to ask the Lord for opportunities to share with others about Yeshua (Jesus). When God quickens that we need to share with someone, we should not be afraid. The Lord will move in His power and love as we share, and we must have self-control enough to be sensitive to the leading of the Ruach (Spirit).
Application - I must share with other the story of salvation. In Revelation, God's Word says "They overcame the evil one with the blood of the Lamb (Yeshua) and the word of their testimony." We must share His story.
Prayer - Father, help me to look for opportunities to share the story of Yeshua and the story of what He has done in my life. Let them be saved and changed. Amen.
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