Devotional Is A Spiritual Vitamin But…

 "What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ."Philippians 3:8

I love it when people read the devotions God gave me to write and it is better than nothing but you need to go deeper with God than a few minutes each day. I am guilty of it too.

It is so easy to saturate your mind in the morning with secular news or social media but you need to have spiritual discipline in order to keep the TV off and dive into scripture. Start with the book of John if you don’t know what to do. 

The enemy Satan loves it when you only give God or the Bible a few minutes. Get a scripture to hang on to and memorize to meditate during the day. Turn on a sermon from a respected Bible teacher. Talk to God in prayer and ask Him to help you on this journey. Now go enjoy your day. 

PRAYER: Father help me each day to be disciplined to want to know more about you than the daily news. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Freedom Is Not To Be Taken For Granted

 

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.Galatians 5:1

 

November 11 is Veterans Day honoring every man and woman who ever put on the military uniform to serve their country. This is a day to say thanks for our freedoms which were secured by military members keeping us safe.  

The military was never meant to be a social experiment but there have been a few times in history when those in charge unfortunately weakened it by deeming it so. This experimentation weakens it. 

The late President Ronald Reagan said “ "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. It must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation." Think about that. Also the late President Abraham Lincoln said  "America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves". Give thanks for those brave soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines who served so you might have a comfortable secure life. 

PRAYER: Father guard us from enemies within our own country who want to destroy us. Keep leaders be vigilant to those threats and help protect what we have. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Just Say It-In The Name Of Jesus!

“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”Colossians 3:17

Do you pray ‘in Jesus’ name’ or simply say Amen? No big deal really not trying to pick on anyone or condemn you but to remind you there is power in the name of Jesus. 

In saying ‘In the name of Jesus’ demons tremble. There is power and authority in Jesus’ name. 

Your prayer habit may have never included ending your prayers with saying ‘in the name of Jesus’ but try it and see if you don’t feel more of a connection or authority with the Almighty God.  

PRAYER:Father I give you my heart, my mind, my purposes for this day. Help me to weed out things that will not benefit the kingdom and use me as I go about my day to shine hope to others. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

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What To Do Now?

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.This is good, and pleases God our Savior,who wants all  people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.1Timothy 2:1-4

Another election season is in the books and oh my goodness what to do now. Much deception went on during campaigning as it always does but our young 250 year old nation may fall if believers don’t stand up for truth. But first they have to know it and not follow seducing spirits. 

 

This devotion is to urge all believers to check their blue or red robes and put on the robe of righteousness and truth. It is to get believers to wake up and be on their knees in prayer. It is to get devoted party followers to only follow Jesus. 

Do you truly know Jesus as your savior? I hope you do. The enemy Satan is out to destroy believers and to destroy the United States which has been a Christian nation since its founding. Fight the enemy not each other. Just saying. 

PRAYER: Lord help me stay grounded in prayer and your word and not get caught up in petty quarrels. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Onward!

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight."Proverbs 4:5-6

What is getting you down today? Current affairs? Family issues? Sickness? Politics? I say stand up and get going and don’t allow the enemy to squish you into his little tiny kingdom but rise up for Jesus! 

You were bought with a price the precious blood of Jesus. In the morning rise up thankful for where you live even if it is not ideal but give God thanks for freedom you have and be vigilant and wise to keep it.

Start each day on your knees praying a prayer of thanks for God to lift you out of whatever pit and keep running. Read a Chapter in Psalms and rejoice to be able to be in America. Some may be reading from other countries so pray for America to stay strong so we can help other nations. 

PRAYER: Lord God help me to shine your light on people I encounter daily. Help me not fear the future for you are in control. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Stop Gloating

“Do not gloat when your enemy falls;
when they stumble, do not let your heart rejoice,
or the Lord will see and disapprove
and turn his wrath away from them.” Proverbs 24:17-18 NIV Bible Gateway

Ok so the midterm elections are behind us now and all the advertising on TV has ceased praise God. But now many people are disheartened and even mad over results and both sides may be saying ugly things on social media. Resist the urge to do that. 

Today’s verse is pretty clear to not be jumping for joy over someone’s failures or defeats and above all remember all humans are made in God’s image. True they don’t all acknowledge or even care about Him but He is their creator. 

Stay off social media. Praise God instead. Praise Him when things are going good and praise Him when they are not. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says “in all things to give thanks”. Wow. All means all. Now go pray and be still. Wait as God works. 

PRAYER: Lord help me to learn to keep silent and not enter into fruitless debates. I know you are working In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Stay In The Room

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.Galatians 6:9 NIV Bible Gateway 

Are there relationships you have felt like running out on because you were at the end of your rope? Know that that is from the enemy not God especially if it is involves your marriage partner. But if it is a friend or someone you are frustrated with don’t try to change them just be there. 

Stay put, hang on, don’t let go! Believe that God hears your prayers and knows your frustrations so keep on keeping on. 

Things in life aren’t always easy and the enemy likes to poke your buttons and try to get you frustrated. Each day start your day with prayer and reading scripture to get your focus right. Now go run your race keeping your eyes on the cross. 

PRAYER: Help me Father to hang on during hard times and struggles. In Jesus’ name. Amen.