Scripture:
Proverbs 4:23 "Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life."
Observation:
Solomon is speaking wisdom as a father speaks to his son. In his wisdom, Solomon tells us to "Guard your heart above all else". He says that your heart determines the course of your life. In other words, if you heart is in the wrong place, your life will follow. If your heart is right, you will be headed the right direction in life.
Application:
Guarding my heart means that I seek the Lord and continually ask Him to purify my heart and ask Him to examine me to see if there are wrong motives, wrong attitudes, etc. in my heart. I need to ask myself that hard questions that deal with my heart and do everything possible to keep my heart pure before the Lord. When it is pure, I will be headed the right direction in life. Guarding your heart means not allowing bitterness, greed, envy, jealousy, etc into my heart. I must guard it from these things or I will get off course.
Prayer:
Father, search my heart and show me areas that need to change. Help me to guard my heart from everything that would hinder my relationship with You. I want to follow You with a pure heart. I want my motives to be pure. Help me father, I need You.
Yours,
Jeff
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Seek His Will
Scripture:
Proverbs 3:6 "Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take".
Observation:
Solomon, David's son, is known as the wisest man to ever live. He was given wisdom directly from the Lord. I am blessed by this verse because it tells me how to determine which path to take in my life. It says that if we seek God's will in all we do, He will show us the paths to take in life. I think the determining question is: Am I seeking after my own desires or seeking God's will?
Application:
Seeking God's will in our lives is they key to making all major decisions. When we desire His will instead of our own, we will always walk in the blessing of God. Where He guides, He provides! Where He leads, He feeds! Many times we ask God to bless our will, when His will is always best for us and the decision that He will bless. "Thy Kingdom Come. Thy will be done" is the greatest prayer we can pray.
Prayer:
Father, I want Your will in my life. I know you have plans for me that are full of Your blessings. As I continue to seek Your will, keep me on the right path. You are amazing and I trust Your judgment for my life. I place my life in Your hands and seek Your will.
Sincerely,
Jeff
Proverbs 3:6 "Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take".
Observation:
Solomon, David's son, is known as the wisest man to ever live. He was given wisdom directly from the Lord. I am blessed by this verse because it tells me how to determine which path to take in my life. It says that if we seek God's will in all we do, He will show us the paths to take in life. I think the determining question is: Am I seeking after my own desires or seeking God's will?
Application:
Seeking God's will in our lives is they key to making all major decisions. When we desire His will instead of our own, we will always walk in the blessing of God. Where He guides, He provides! Where He leads, He feeds! Many times we ask God to bless our will, when His will is always best for us and the decision that He will bless. "Thy Kingdom Come. Thy will be done" is the greatest prayer we can pray.
Prayer:
Father, I want Your will in my life. I know you have plans for me that are full of Your blessings. As I continue to seek Your will, keep me on the right path. You are amazing and I trust Your judgment for my life. I place my life in Your hands and seek Your will.
Sincerely,
Jeff
Friday, January 27, 2012
Ringing Out
Scripture:
I Thessalonians 1:8 "And now the word of the Lord is ringing out from you to people everywhere, even beyond Macedonia and Achaia, for wherever we go we find people telling us about your faith in God. We don't need to tell them about it".
Observation:
I love this in the New Living Translation. It tells us that the people of Thessalonica were bold in their testimony of Jesus Christ. The word of the Lord was "ringing out" from them to to people all over the place. Their faith was being talked about throughout their region so much that Paul didn't feel he needed to say anything to the people because the gospel had been ringing out through the Thessalonians.
Application:
I have a picture of this in my mind. I want to see a church where the Gospel is "ringing out" into society and all of the society knows about Jesus because of the church. We must live lives that "ring out" for Christ. We must not be ashamed of the Gospel, but be fully persuaded of its power to save lives.
Prayer:
Father, let my life "ring out" to the world. Let them know about You through my life. I want to shine in this world. Let me light up my bus today. Let Your Spirit flow through me to someone else today. I want to represent You well on the earth. help me do today exactly what You want me to do.
Yours Forever,
Jeff
I Thessalonians 1:8 "And now the word of the Lord is ringing out from you to people everywhere, even beyond Macedonia and Achaia, for wherever we go we find people telling us about your faith in God. We don't need to tell them about it".
Observation:
I love this in the New Living Translation. It tells us that the people of Thessalonica were bold in their testimony of Jesus Christ. The word of the Lord was "ringing out" from them to to people all over the place. Their faith was being talked about throughout their region so much that Paul didn't feel he needed to say anything to the people because the gospel had been ringing out through the Thessalonians.
Application:
I have a picture of this in my mind. I want to see a church where the Gospel is "ringing out" into society and all of the society knows about Jesus because of the church. We must live lives that "ring out" for Christ. We must not be ashamed of the Gospel, but be fully persuaded of its power to save lives.
Prayer:
Father, let my life "ring out" to the world. Let them know about You through my life. I want to shine in this world. Let me light up my bus today. Let Your Spirit flow through me to someone else today. I want to represent You well on the earth. help me do today exactly what You want me to do.
Yours Forever,
Jeff
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Praise The Creator
Scripture:
Psalm 148:5 "Let every created thing give praise to the Lord, for He issued his command, and they came into being".
Observation:
The Psalmist tells everything created, which is everything we see around us, to give praise to the Lord. He then tells why, because He gave the command and they were created. Without Him, no created thing would even exist. Therefore, all creation should praise His name.
Application:
The Lord is our creator. He made the heavens and the earth, and He made us. We are the work of His hands, therefore He deserves the glory, honor and praise. Sometimes we look for a reason to praise God. We should praise Him simply because He created us. We don't need any other influence or miracle in order to praise Him. He is worthy of all praise and doesn't need to give us any further reason to praise Him than the fact that He created us.
Prayer:
Lord God Almighty, Lord of heaven and of earth. You are amazing and I praise You. You created me, therefore I will praise You. I will give Your praise, not only because of something wonderful You have done for me, but simply because You are God who created me. That's more than enough!
Thanks,
Jeff
Psalm 148:5 "Let every created thing give praise to the Lord, for He issued his command, and they came into being".
Observation:
The Psalmist tells everything created, which is everything we see around us, to give praise to the Lord. He then tells why, because He gave the command and they were created. Without Him, no created thing would even exist. Therefore, all creation should praise His name.
Application:
The Lord is our creator. He made the heavens and the earth, and He made us. We are the work of His hands, therefore He deserves the glory, honor and praise. Sometimes we look for a reason to praise God. We should praise Him simply because He created us. We don't need any other influence or miracle in order to praise Him. He is worthy of all praise and doesn't need to give us any further reason to praise Him than the fact that He created us.
Prayer:
Lord God Almighty, Lord of heaven and of earth. You are amazing and I praise You. You created me, therefore I will praise You. I will give Your praise, not only because of something wonderful You have done for me, but simply because You are God who created me. That's more than enough!
Thanks,
Jeff
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Joy and Hope
Scripture:
Psalm 146:5 "But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper, whose hope is in the Lord their God".
Observation:
I have never seen the link between joy and hope. In this scripture, the Psalmist says that those whose hope is in the Lord their God will also have joy because God is their helper. Joy comes from having our hopes, not in ourselves, our money, our brains, etc. Joy comes from having our hope in God.
Application:
From this verse I see that joy and hope are inter-related. They work hand in hand. When we are not joyful, we are probably losing hope. When there is hope, there is also joy. When our hope is in what we can accomplish, it is in the wrong thing and will let us down. When our hope is in the Lord of the Universe, our joy will follow because He is amazing in His love for His people.
Prayer:
Lord, my hope is in You. Thank You for sharing this with me. I feel like it will help when I am counseling someone. You are truly good and always on time. Bless the work of my hands and let Your kingdom grow more today. Fill the church with people who need You today and let them respond to You.
Yours,
Jeff
Psalm 146:5 "But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper, whose hope is in the Lord their God".
Observation:
I have never seen the link between joy and hope. In this scripture, the Psalmist says that those whose hope is in the Lord their God will also have joy because God is their helper. Joy comes from having our hopes, not in ourselves, our money, our brains, etc. Joy comes from having our hope in God.
Application:
From this verse I see that joy and hope are inter-related. They work hand in hand. When we are not joyful, we are probably losing hope. When there is hope, there is also joy. When our hope is in what we can accomplish, it is in the wrong thing and will let us down. When our hope is in the Lord of the Universe, our joy will follow because He is amazing in His love for His people.
Prayer:
Lord, my hope is in You. Thank You for sharing this with me. I feel like it will help when I am counseling someone. You are truly good and always on time. Bless the work of my hands and let Your kingdom grow more today. Fill the church with people who need You today and let them respond to You.
Yours,
Jeff
Monday, January 23, 2012
Remember
Scripture:
Psalm 143:5 "I remember the days of old. I ponder all your great works and think about what you have done".
Observation:
David was coming to the Lord for strength. He was depressed and felt his enemies were defeating him. He was discouraged, yet he demonstrates to us his way out of the depression he was in. He says he remembers the days of old and thinks about God's great works and all that God has done. This was David's cure for depression.
Application:
When you are down and feel like your enemies are eating you for lunch, it is time to look up and remember all that the Lord has done. When we follow David's pattern, we will see great results. We must think about our Lord and all He has done in his word, in history, and in our personal lives. As we think about the goodness of God, our faith rises and when faith rises, depression and discouragement leave.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for have real people in Your word. Thank you for giving us people like David and letting us see their strengths and weaknesses. You are always faithful to your people! You have done, and continue to do great things. Thank you for those who came to Christ last night. Let it stick and bring in more harvest tonight.
Jeff
Psalm 143:5 "I remember the days of old. I ponder all your great works and think about what you have done".
Observation:
David was coming to the Lord for strength. He was depressed and felt his enemies were defeating him. He was discouraged, yet he demonstrates to us his way out of the depression he was in. He says he remembers the days of old and thinks about God's great works and all that God has done. This was David's cure for depression.
Application:
When you are down and feel like your enemies are eating you for lunch, it is time to look up and remember all that the Lord has done. When we follow David's pattern, we will see great results. We must think about our Lord and all He has done in his word, in history, and in our personal lives. As we think about the goodness of God, our faith rises and when faith rises, depression and discouragement leave.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for have real people in Your word. Thank you for giving us people like David and letting us see their strengths and weaknesses. You are always faithful to your people! You have done, and continue to do great things. Thank you for those who came to Christ last night. Let it stick and bring in more harvest tonight.
Jeff
Friday, January 20, 2012
Harmony
Scripture:
Psalm 133:3 "Harmony is as refreshing as the dew from Mount Hermon that falls on the mountains of Zion. And there the Lord has pronounced His blessing, even life everlasting".
Observation:
David says here that harmony is refreshing like dew that covers the ground and that when there is harmony, God pronounces His blessing. When there is harmony, God blesses with life everlasting. God's blessing comes on us when we are walking in harmony with God and each other. On the other hand, when we are not is harmony with God and others, God's blessing doesn't have to follow.
Application:
Paul told us that as much as possible we should strive to be at peace with all men. Peace and harmony bring about the blessing of God. Therefore, we need to be people of peace and walk in harmony with each other. Whenever there is a situation of disagreement, we need to bring harmony as much as possible. Pride, jealousy, envy, greed and unforgiveness stop harmony and need to get out of our lives.
Prayer:
Father, I want to live a life that brings harmony. Nobody likes it when music is not in harmony. It doesn't flow right. Help me to walk in humility and be a person of peace and harmony in every part of life. Help me to help others and be a blessing to those around me.
Yours Forever,
Jeff
Psalm 133:3 "Harmony is as refreshing as the dew from Mount Hermon that falls on the mountains of Zion. And there the Lord has pronounced His blessing, even life everlasting".
Observation:
David says here that harmony is refreshing like dew that covers the ground and that when there is harmony, God pronounces His blessing. When there is harmony, God blesses with life everlasting. God's blessing comes on us when we are walking in harmony with God and each other. On the other hand, when we are not is harmony with God and others, God's blessing doesn't have to follow.
Application:
Paul told us that as much as possible we should strive to be at peace with all men. Peace and harmony bring about the blessing of God. Therefore, we need to be people of peace and walk in harmony with each other. Whenever there is a situation of disagreement, we need to bring harmony as much as possible. Pride, jealousy, envy, greed and unforgiveness stop harmony and need to get out of our lives.
Prayer:
Father, I want to live a life that brings harmony. Nobody likes it when music is not in harmony. It doesn't flow right. Help me to walk in humility and be a person of peace and harmony in every part of life. Help me to help others and be a blessing to those around me.
Yours Forever,
Jeff
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Hope in His Word
Scripture:
Psalm 130:5 "I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in His word".
Observation:
The Psalmist writes this short and simple Psalm for those on pilgrimage to Jerusalem. It is a reminder that we can count on the Lord and put our hope in Him. He says that he is counting on the Lord twice for emphasis, then says he has put his hope in God's word.
Application:
This verse is powerful because it shows me a person who is totally dependent on the Lord. He is trusting God completely and counting on God to bring him through whatever he is facing. He has put his hope in God's word. We must begin to trust the Lord and put hope in His word. He wants to be a father for us and provide for our needs. We must come to Him as children and depend on Him to take care of us. We must also begin again to trust His word. Many times we don't want to get our hopes up on things we are praying for, but we must hope in God. He wants it that way.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to hope in Your Word. Let your word fill my heart and let me begin to trust it's promises more and more every day. You are trustworthy and I ask You to lead me, teach me, and help me to follow You better each day.
Yours,
Jeff
Psalm 130:5 "I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in His word".
Observation:
The Psalmist writes this short and simple Psalm for those on pilgrimage to Jerusalem. It is a reminder that we can count on the Lord and put our hope in Him. He says that he is counting on the Lord twice for emphasis, then says he has put his hope in God's word.
Application:
This verse is powerful because it shows me a person who is totally dependent on the Lord. He is trusting God completely and counting on God to bring him through whatever he is facing. He has put his hope in God's word. We must begin to trust the Lord and put hope in His word. He wants to be a father for us and provide for our needs. We must come to Him as children and depend on Him to take care of us. We must also begin again to trust His word. Many times we don't want to get our hopes up on things we are praying for, but we must hope in God. He wants it that way.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to hope in Your Word. Let your word fill my heart and let me begin to trust it's promises more and more every day. You are trustworthy and I ask You to lead me, teach me, and help me to follow You better each day.
Yours,
Jeff
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Unless the Lord...
Scripture:
Psalm 127:1 "Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good".
Observation:
In this verse, we see that the works of our hands are useless unless the Lord is in it. Builders can build and sentries can protect, but they are useless without the Lord. God wants to be the center of our lives. He wants us to depend on Him. He wants us to trust Him instead of leaning on our own understanding.
Application:
God wants us to work hard at things and be people of diligence, but He also desires us to trust Him more than ourselves. We are accustomed to doing things on our own and without help. In America it is a sign you are an adult when you take care of everything yourself. God wants to shift that thinking and wants us to be dependent on Him. He wants us to be God-reliant instead of self-reliant.
Prayer:
Lord, I want You to build the house and protect it. I want You to be my provider and my source. You are incredible and I trust You with my life, my family, my church, and my community. I look to You and ask You to work powerfully in my life. I give You control. May Your name be glorified.
Your Son,
Jeff
Psalm 127:1 "Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good".
Observation:
In this verse, we see that the works of our hands are useless unless the Lord is in it. Builders can build and sentries can protect, but they are useless without the Lord. God wants to be the center of our lives. He wants us to depend on Him. He wants us to trust Him instead of leaning on our own understanding.
Application:
God wants us to work hard at things and be people of diligence, but He also desires us to trust Him more than ourselves. We are accustomed to doing things on our own and without help. In America it is a sign you are an adult when you take care of everything yourself. God wants to shift that thinking and wants us to be dependent on Him. He wants us to be God-reliant instead of self-reliant.
Prayer:
Lord, I want You to build the house and protect it. I want You to be my provider and my source. You are incredible and I trust You with my life, my family, my church, and my community. I look to You and ask You to work powerfully in my life. I give You control. May Your name be glorified.
Your Son,
Jeff
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Surrounded
Scripture:
Psalm 125:2 "Just as the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people, both now and forever".
Observation:
The Psalmist tells us in this passage that we are surrounded by the Lord. He says that God surrounds us like Jerusalem is surrounded by mountains. He goes on to say that it will be like this forever. God not only has our back, but our sides and front as well. He is our protector and shield. He surrounds His people and rescues them when they are in trouble.
Application:
This promise of Scripture lets me know that I can walk in confidence because God is my protector. He has me surrounded on all sides and is watching over me. I have no reason to fear anything because He is with me and all around me. When the enemy attacks, he is with me. When things go wrong, He is with me and has me surrounded at all times. God is my amazing protector and He is good at His job!
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for opening my eyes to this promise. Help it to move from my head to my heart so that I walk by faith and not by sight. I want to know you more and understand your ways. Thank you for teaching me this morning. Now, let it stick in my heart forever. You are with me and have me surrounded.
Thanks,
Jeff
Psalm 125:2 "Just as the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people, both now and forever".
Observation:
The Psalmist tells us in this passage that we are surrounded by the Lord. He says that God surrounds us like Jerusalem is surrounded by mountains. He goes on to say that it will be like this forever. God not only has our back, but our sides and front as well. He is our protector and shield. He surrounds His people and rescues them when they are in trouble.
Application:
This promise of Scripture lets me know that I can walk in confidence because God is my protector. He has me surrounded on all sides and is watching over me. I have no reason to fear anything because He is with me and all around me. When the enemy attacks, he is with me. When things go wrong, He is with me and has me surrounded at all times. God is my amazing protector and He is good at His job!
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for opening my eyes to this promise. Help it to move from my head to my heart so that I walk by faith and not by sight. I want to know you more and understand your ways. Thank you for teaching me this morning. Now, let it stick in my heart forever. You are with me and have me surrounded.
Thanks,
Jeff
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Who is Like the Lord?
Scripture:
Psalm 113:5 "Who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high?"
Observation:
This simple verse is so powerful. The Psalmist asks a question, "Who can be compared with the Lord our God?" The answer is just as simple, nobody and nothing can be compared to the greatness of our God. He is awesome!
Application:
God is enthroned on high and is all-powerful. Nothing is too difficult for Him. He exceeds the most powerful thing we can think of and yet loves us incredibly as individuals. As believers, we must begin to see our God this way. We must realize that there is nothing impossible for Him and that He is enthroned on high, above every other person. As long as God is on the throne, there is hope for His children.
Prayer:
Lord, I want to live, pray and walk, like You are the all-powerful one and You are my father. Help me to see You correctly and to live accordingly. There is nobody like You and You are enthroned on high. Thanks for reminding me today of Your great power.
Jeff
Psalm 113:5 "Who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high?"
Observation:
This simple verse is so powerful. The Psalmist asks a question, "Who can be compared with the Lord our God?" The answer is just as simple, nobody and nothing can be compared to the greatness of our God. He is awesome!
Application:
God is enthroned on high and is all-powerful. Nothing is too difficult for Him. He exceeds the most powerful thing we can think of and yet loves us incredibly as individuals. As believers, we must begin to see our God this way. We must realize that there is nothing impossible for Him and that He is enthroned on high, above every other person. As long as God is on the throne, there is hope for His children.
Prayer:
Lord, I want to live, pray and walk, like You are the all-powerful one and You are my father. Help me to see You correctly and to live accordingly. There is nobody like You and You are enthroned on high. Thanks for reminding me today of Your great power.
Jeff
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Rescue
Scripture:
Psalm 108:6 "Now rescue you beloved people. Answer and save us by Your power".
Observation:
David knew the Lord and called on the Lord often. He knew where to turn when there was trouble. He knew, when he needed rescued, who to call on. David set us an example of how to call on the Lord when we are facing difficult times. Our first response should be to call on the God who rescues his people and saves us by His power.
Application:
This year, I want to see the Lord RESCUE His people and save them by His power. During this 21 days of fasting and prayer, I am calling on the name of the Lord along with our entire church body. David knew that God could rescue and save because he had seen it many times in his life. When we call out to Him for rescue, we must know that He is able to rescue and save every life.
Prayer:
Thank you for reminding me of our theme for the year. I want to see You rescue multitudes of people this year. I ask for Your power to save, heal and deliver. Rescue those who are perishing. As our Mega Force Crusade comes up, please rescue individuals and families by your power. Save those who don't know You. Let 200 people come to Christ for salvation in that four days.
Yours,
Jeff
Psalm 108:6 "Now rescue you beloved people. Answer and save us by Your power".
Observation:
David knew the Lord and called on the Lord often. He knew where to turn when there was trouble. He knew, when he needed rescued, who to call on. David set us an example of how to call on the Lord when we are facing difficult times. Our first response should be to call on the God who rescues his people and saves us by His power.
Application:
This year, I want to see the Lord RESCUE His people and save them by His power. During this 21 days of fasting and prayer, I am calling on the name of the Lord along with our entire church body. David knew that God could rescue and save because he had seen it many times in his life. When we call out to Him for rescue, we must know that He is able to rescue and save every life.
Prayer:
Thank you for reminding me of our theme for the year. I want to see You rescue multitudes of people this year. I ask for Your power to save, heal and deliver. Rescue those who are perishing. As our Mega Force Crusade comes up, please rescue individuals and families by your power. Save those who don't know You. Let 200 people come to Christ for salvation in that four days.
Yours,
Jeff
Monday, January 9, 2012
Tests
Scripture:
Psalm 105:9 "Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph's character".
Observation:
Joseph was tested more than anyone else I can think of except maybe Job. It was at least 17 years from the time of his dreams, until they were fulfilled. During that time it seems like his life was continually tested in different terrible situations. Joseph remained faithful to the Lord through all of them and his dreams came to pass. His life seemed to be one big test after another, but when his dreams came true, it was amazing.
Application:
Sometimes when we go through test and trials in life, we think it is the Lord punishing us. Maybe He is not punishing us, but preparing us to fulfill the dreams He has given to us. I don't like tests in the natural and I don't like tests in the spiritual, but they are important to let us know where we are along the journey. We must remember that the dreams God has given us will come to pass, we may simply be in a testing time right now. We must pass every test until His timing.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to be faithful in every test. You have given me many dreams and visions. Help me to be faithful in every test until the day of fulfillment. I want to be strong for You during the testing time. I am Yours and Yours alone. I trust You to bring about Your plans for my life.
Jeff
Psalm 105:9 "Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph's character".
Observation:
Joseph was tested more than anyone else I can think of except maybe Job. It was at least 17 years from the time of his dreams, until they were fulfilled. During that time it seems like his life was continually tested in different terrible situations. Joseph remained faithful to the Lord through all of them and his dreams came to pass. His life seemed to be one big test after another, but when his dreams came true, it was amazing.
Application:
Sometimes when we go through test and trials in life, we think it is the Lord punishing us. Maybe He is not punishing us, but preparing us to fulfill the dreams He has given to us. I don't like tests in the natural and I don't like tests in the spiritual, but they are important to let us know where we are along the journey. We must remember that the dreams God has given us will come to pass, we may simply be in a testing time right now. We must pass every test until His timing.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to be faithful in every test. You have given me many dreams and visions. Help me to be faithful in every test until the day of fulfillment. I want to be strong for You during the testing time. I am Yours and Yours alone. I trust You to bring about Your plans for my life.
Jeff
Thursday, January 5, 2012
God's Promises
Scripture:
Psalm 91:15 "When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them".
Observation:
I see four promises from God to us in this passage. These promises are for those who dwell in the secret place of the Most High. According to verse 14, it is those who love Him and trust in His name. He says to them 1. When they call, He will answer. 2. He will be with them in trouble. 3. He will rescue them. 4. He will honor them.
Application:
These four promises are powerful! When we live for Him, love Him and trust Him, He will hear us when we call. These promises are conditional. They are for those who are sincerely following the Lord, but they are also amazing promises that we need to stand on and claim as ours. To see them come to pass, we must "call on him". When we call on Him, we can expect that He will be with us in trouble, rescue us, and honor us. We must "call on Him".
Prayer:
Father, teach me to walk with You more intimately. I want to abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I want to walk closer to You this year than ever before. Teach me every day to walk with You more deeply. I want to hear Your voice and fulfill Your will for my life. Thanks for Your promises to us.
Yours,
Jeff
Psalm 91:15 "When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them".
Observation:
I see four promises from God to us in this passage. These promises are for those who dwell in the secret place of the Most High. According to verse 14, it is those who love Him and trust in His name. He says to them 1. When they call, He will answer. 2. He will be with them in trouble. 3. He will rescue them. 4. He will honor them.
Application:
These four promises are powerful! When we live for Him, love Him and trust Him, He will hear us when we call. These promises are conditional. They are for those who are sincerely following the Lord, but they are also amazing promises that we need to stand on and claim as ours. To see them come to pass, we must "call on him". When we call on Him, we can expect that He will be with us in trouble, rescue us, and honor us. We must "call on Him".
Prayer:
Father, teach me to walk with You more intimately. I want to abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I want to walk closer to You this year than ever before. Teach me every day to walk with You more deeply. I want to hear Your voice and fulfill Your will for my life. Thanks for Your promises to us.
Yours,
Jeff
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Make Our Efforts Successful
Scripture:
Psalm 90:17 "And may the Lord our God show us His approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful".
Observation:
Moses wrote this particular Psalm. It is a prayer from Moses to God. He asks God for two things in this verse. First he asks God to show His approval. Second he asks the Lord to make his efforts successful. He asks this twice for emphasis.
Application:
Just as Moses asked the Lord for His approval and to make his efforts successful, I want to ask the same. We are preparing for a crusade in which we need the blessing of God. We need for Him to make our efforts successful. We strongly desire to see fruit for the kingdom of God and want God's blessing on this outreach.
Prayer:
Lord, show us your approval. I know You put this outreach in my heart. Now make it successful. Let 200 people accept Christ as savior and Lord during this event. We are working hard, but unless You make it happen, we are just working and there will be no results. We need You desperately. As we do our part and work hard to make this work well, please draw people by Your Spirit and make it effective.
Sincerely,
Jeff
Psalm 90:17 "And may the Lord our God show us His approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful".
Observation:
Moses wrote this particular Psalm. It is a prayer from Moses to God. He asks God for two things in this verse. First he asks God to show His approval. Second he asks the Lord to make his efforts successful. He asks this twice for emphasis.
Application:
Just as Moses asked the Lord for His approval and to make his efforts successful, I want to ask the same. We are preparing for a crusade in which we need the blessing of God. We need for Him to make our efforts successful. We strongly desire to see fruit for the kingdom of God and want God's blessing on this outreach.
Prayer:
Lord, show us your approval. I know You put this outreach in my heart. Now make it successful. Let 200 people accept Christ as savior and Lord during this event. We are working hard, but unless You make it happen, we are just working and there will be no results. We need You desperately. As we do our part and work hard to make this work well, please draw people by Your Spirit and make it effective.
Sincerely,
Jeff
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