IN THE BEGINNING...THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 29, 2012
REFUSING THE BREAD OF IDLENESS
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Proverbs 21:37
God has great exploits and many good works for the church of God. We must refuse the bread of idleness. The bible tells us that "many are called, but few are chosen" (Matthew 22:14). The chosen ones refuse the bread of idlness; for we shall be busy doing our good works as the Scriptures command:
Matt5:16Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
John10:32
Jesus answered them, Many good works have I shewed you from my Father; for which of those works do ye stone me?
Acts9:36
Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
Rom_13:3
For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:
Eph_2:10
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
1Ti_2:10
But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.
1Ti_5:10
Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints' feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently followed every good work.
1Ti_5:25
Likewise also the good works of some are manifest beforehand; and they that are otherwise cannot be hid.
1Ti_6:18
That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
2Ti_3:17
That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
Tit_2:7
In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
Tit_2:14
Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Tit_3:8
This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.
Tit 3:14
And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful.
Heb_10:24
And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
1Pe_2:12
Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.
Today, let us refuse the bread of idleness!
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
THE GOOD SHEPHERD
IN THE BEGINNING...THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 27, 2012
THE GOOD SHEPHERD
I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John 10:11
God wants us to give our life to that which we are called to perform for his Kingdom and for his glory. Just as Jesus gave everything for his sheep, we are to give our all to those we serve. How tiring at times. Because our flesh is weak, we will trust in the One who is strong. And we will be good and serve well because we are renewing our minds and being transformed and walking in the newness of life which Christ provides.
Today, let us praise God as He gives us a shepherd's heart.
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 27, 2012
THE GOOD SHEPHERD
I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John 10:11
God wants us to give our life to that which we are called to perform for his Kingdom and for his glory. Just as Jesus gave everything for his sheep, we are to give our all to those we serve. How tiring at times. Because our flesh is weak, we will trust in the One who is strong. And we will be good and serve well because we are renewing our minds and being transformed and walking in the newness of life which Christ provides.
Today, let us praise God as He gives us a shepherd's heart.
Monday, March 26, 2012
BE STRONG IN THE LORD
IN THE BEGINNING…THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 26, 2012
STRONG IN THE LORD
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the
power of his might. Ephesians 6:10
How many derive their strength by the power of their own
might? How many find strength outside of
God? The church of God must be strong in the Lord. We must not rely on our flesh, its strength
or its weakness. We must know that Jesus
has all the power and strength that is necessary to accomplish every task, to
defeat every satanic attack, to remove every reproach, and to dominate every
devil.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
THE LORD STRONG AND MIGHTY
IN THE BEGINNING...THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 25, 2012
THE LORD STRONG AND MIGHTY
Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. Psalm 24:8
It is the Lord our God who is strong, who is mighty. In our weakness, he prevails. Apostle Paul reminds us in Second Corinthians that we are made strong by the power of Christ Jesus. It is the grace of Christ Jesus which is sufficient for us in our weakness and in our powerlessness. Paul says, " Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong"(2 Corinthians 12:10).
Our strong and mighty Savior is the provision that we need in every battle and every circumstance. As the Beloved of Christ we have the wonderful privilege of casting our cares upon our Lord. In fact, we are instructed to cast all our care upon him because "he cares for you". And for those of us who are humble, we have the honor of being protected under the mighty hand of God.
Our strength will come as we dwell in Christ. In Him we are to live, and move, and have our being. The church shall say: " For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy" (Psalm 61:3).
Today, let us be strong in the Lord!
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 25, 2012
THE LORD STRONG AND MIGHTY
Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. Psalm 24:8
It is the Lord our God who is strong, who is mighty. In our weakness, he prevails. Apostle Paul reminds us in Second Corinthians that we are made strong by the power of Christ Jesus. It is the grace of Christ Jesus which is sufficient for us in our weakness and in our powerlessness. Paul says, " Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong"(2 Corinthians 12:10).
Our strong and mighty Savior is the provision that we need in every battle and every circumstance. As the Beloved of Christ we have the wonderful privilege of casting our cares upon our Lord. In fact, we are instructed to cast all our care upon him because "he cares for you". And for those of us who are humble, we have the honor of being protected under the mighty hand of God.
Our strength will come as we dwell in Christ. In Him we are to live, and move, and have our being. The church shall say: " For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy" (Psalm 61:3).
Today, let us be strong in the Lord!
Friday, March 23, 2012
RULING HANDS
IN THE BEGINNING…THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 23, 2012
RULING HANDS
The hand of the
diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. Proverbs 12:24
God is calling the church to have hands that bear rule. The diligent church must show forth strength and power
and great competence as we accomplish the will of God in the earth.
Today, let us pray for hands strengthened to rule.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
A STRONG HAND
IN THE BEGINNING…THE
WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL
FOR TODAY, MARCH 22, 2012
A STRONG HAND
Thou hast a
mighty arm: strong is thy hand, and high is thy right hand. Psalm 89:13
We need a strong
hand like our heavenly Father’s hand.
For what can we do if our hand is slack, weak or withered? The Proverbs speak of a slack hand: “He
becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent
maketh rich”(Proverbs 10:4).
God’s strong
hand is full of power and might, accomplishing His plans and purposes. He does not hold back his intentions, but
accomplishes them to the full. It was
with a strong hand that God brought the Israelites out of Egypt (read Jeremiah
32:21).
Today, let us
pray for healing and strength for our hands.
Monday, March 19, 2012
TAKING THE CROSS
IN THE BEGINNING…THE WORD
DAILY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODAY, MARCH 19, 2012TAKING THE CROSS
Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Matthew 16:24
The followers of Christ will walk in the similitude of
Christ. We will suffer pain,
persecution, isolation and be gazingstocks as we glorify God. But let us not fear the cross, the call to
public suffering; but like those before us, let us count it a privilege to
suffer shame for his name. Truly, it is
in the losing of one’s life that one finds the greater treasure of Heaven;
then, too, we find the purpose of our existence: peace with God, eternal hope, and to behold
and worship the majesty and glory of the Father.
Today, let us not fear taking the cross.
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