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The Cross is the Power of God?

The Cross is the Power of God?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who want to understand the power of the cross. In amen Jesus’ name, amen.

Would you say the cross is the power of God? Not everyone does.

Paul, writing in 1 Corinthians 1:18-19 (ESV), says, “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written, ‘I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.’”

It is odd that a Roman torture devise would be called the power of God. Yet, it is so because those who are being saved recognize the redeeming work of Jesus Christ on the cross.

May God richly bless all who understand the link between the cross and the power of God.

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Who Do You Obey?

Who Do You Obey?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who want to obey God rather than men. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Do you obey authority figures, family members, or others in your life? Is God on the list?

Peter and the apostles were arrested and put in prison. We pick up the story in Acts 5:19-21 (ESV): “But during the night an angel of the Lord opened the prison doors and brought them out, and said, ‘Go and stand in the temple and speak to the people all the words of this Life.’ And when they heard this, they entered the temple at daybreak and began to teach.”

When the authorities went to the prison to get them, they were gone. When discovered in the temple, the apostles were brought before the high priest and the council and questioned. Verses 28-29 record what was said: “‘We strictly charged you not to teach in this name, yet here you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and you intend to bring this man’s blood upon us.’ But Peter and the apostles answered, ‘We must obey God rather than men.’”

Would you be so bold as to proclaim the same? If so, say it out loud.

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What Is On Your Mind?

What Is On Your Mind?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who want their thoughts to conform to Christ’s. In Jesus’ name, amen.

How is your thought life?

Are you the slightest bit uncomfortable answering this question? Then it may be time for a checkup from the neck up.

Philippians 4:8 (ESV) provides a most wonderful list of things to think about: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

Spend time thinking about these good things.
Start now!
And smile -You’re on God’s camera.

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Selecting Church Leaders?

Selecting Church Leaders?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those involved in choosing church leaders. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The early church was about to replace Judas, the traitor. The choice was between two men. Both had been with Jesus. Both were known to the disciples. Acts 1:23-26 (ESV) records:

“And they put forward two, Joseph called Barsabbas, who was also called Justus, and Matthias. And they prayed and said, ‘You, Lord, who know the hearts of all, show which one of these two you have chosen to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.’ And they cast lots for them, and the lot fell on Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.”

God knows each of us.

He has plans for us.

Opportunity could arise at any time. Be ready when you are called to lead.

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Facing Difficult Circumstances?

Facing Difficult Circumstances?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who want to do all things through Christ’s strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Where do we get strength?

The Apostle Paul would say that God provides strength. When he writes in Philippians 4:12-13 (NLT), we get a glimpse of his story: “I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little.”

Yet, in verse 13, he gives credit to God. “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”

Assess every situation. Is it awful, or is it full of opportunity? Is it somewhere in between?

Trust Christ to give you the strength necessary to get through whatever it is. Don’t give up!

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Prayer Leads to Peace?

Prayer Leads to Peace?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those needing to let their requests be made known to God. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Anxiety disorders are real.

Scripture says there is hope.

Do not underestimate the power of prayer.

Paul, writing in Philippians 4:6-7 (ESV), says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Knowing the promise of God’s peace should be thrilling.

Take a moment and fall on your knees and pour out your heart.

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