CONCRETE WORK! – 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 Devotional

by | Oct 21, 2024 | 2 Corinthians

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CONCRETE WORK​!

2 Corinthians 5:17-19 – Devotional

2 Corinthians 5:17-19

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation.”

I enjoy listening to people talk about what they do. I recall a job I had in my teens mixing concrete. Sand, gravel, and bags of powdered cement were delivered to the job site.

My assignment was to shovel a set quantity of each of those ingredients into a large mixer along with the right amount of water. That was one of the hardest jobs I ever had.

After everything had been properly mixed, the wet cement was poured into wheelbarrows and transported to the prepared forms. Ah, yes, the forms. Without the forms the cement would just flow and puddle out on the ground and be of no use.

The forms had been prepared ahead of time to the proper shape and size. When the wet cement was poured into the form, it was allowed to dry and harden . . . like a rock . . . properly formed for a specific purpose.

There is a startling similarity between the life of a Christian and process of preparing concrete. Without the proper ingredients added in the proper ratio at the proper time, it will result in an unstable and formless foundation.

Spending time with God in prayer and reading His Word will prepare our foundational “forms” for building that heavenly home that will never pass away. Which home are you spending your time and effort to build?

Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 21st: Jeremiah 37:1-38:28, 1 Timothy 6:1-21, Psalm 89:38-52, and Proverbs 25:28

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 21st: 1 Timothy 6:1-21, Psalm 89:38-52, and Proverbs 25:28

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A LIGHT AND GLORY! – Luke 2:30-32 Devotional

by | Oct 20, 2024 | Luke

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A LIGHT AND GLORY​!

Luke 2:30-32 – Devotional

Luke 2:30-32

“Lord, now allow Your servant depart in peace, according to Your word: For mine eyes have seen Your salvation, which You have prepared before the face of all people; A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the Glory of Your people Israel.”

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Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 20th: Jeremiah 35:1-36:32, 1 Timothy 5:1-25, Psalm 89:14-37, and Proverbs 25:25-27

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 20th: 1 Timothy 5:1-25, Psalm 89:14-37, and Proverbs 25:25-27

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JESUS IS THE WORD! – John 1:14 Devotional

by | Oct 19, 2024 | John

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JESUS IS THE WORD​!

John 1:14 – Devotional

John 1:14

“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”

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Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 19th: Jeremiah 33:1-34:22, 1 Timothy 4:1-16, Psalm 89:1-13 , and Proverbs 25:23-24

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 19th: 1 Timothy 4:1-16, Psalm 89:1-13 , and Proverbs 25:23-24

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WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN! – 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18 Devotional

by | Oct 18, 2024 | 1 Thessalonians

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WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN​!

1 Thessalonians 4:17-18 – Devotional

1 Thessalonians 4:17-18

“After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage each other with these words.“

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Though an invalid for much of her life, Eliza Edmunds Hewitt was always active and enjoyed a long personal friendship with Fanny Crosby. These two women met often for fellowship and discussion of their new hymns. Eliza was a school teacher in Philadelphia and a Christian lay worker who was committed to write songs to teach children the basic truths of the gospel. This song was written for her own Sunday school class in Philadelphia.

Miss Hewitt often attended the Methodist camp meetings at Ocean Grove, New Jersey. It was here that she collaborated with Emily Wilson, the wife of a Methodist district superintendent in Philadelphia, in the writing of this triumphant gospel hymn–a favorite of young and old alike. “When We All Get to Heaven” was first published in 1898.

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WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN

1. Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace.
In the mansions bright and blessed He’ll prepare for us a place.

Refrain: When we all get to Heaven,
What a day of rejoicing that will be!
When we all see Jesus,
We’ll sing and shout the victory!

2. While we walk the pilgrim pathway, Clouds will overspread the sky;
But when traveling days are over, Not a shadow, not a sigh.

Refrain: When we all get to Heaven,
What a day of rejoicing that will be!
When we all see Jesus,
We’ll sing and shout the victory!

3. Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting, serving every day;
Just one glimpse of Him in glory will the toils of life repay.

Refrain: When we all get to Heaven,
What a day of rejoicing that will be!
When we all see Jesus,
We’ll sing and shout the victory!

4. Onward to the prize before us! Soon His beauty we’ll behold;
Soon the pearly gates will open; We shall tread the streets of gold.

Refrain: When we all get to Heaven,
What a day of rejoicing that will be!
When we all see Jesus,
We’ll sing and shout the victory!

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Enjoy this week’s free inspiration video, “When We All Get To Heaven” from Gloryscapes.com by going to: https://gloryscapes.com/whenweallgettoheaven/

Blessings dear hearts! May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 18th: Jeremiah 31:27-32:44, 1 Timothy 3:1-16, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 25:20-22

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 18th: 1 Timothy 3:1-16, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 25:20-22

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BE CONTENT! – Hebrews 13:5 Devotional

by | Oct 17, 2024 | Hebrews

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BE CONTENT​!

Hebrews 13:5 – Devotional

Hebrews 13:5

“Let your conduct be without covetousness, be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

What is really important in your life? When all is said and done, what can you count as your most valuable possession?

There are people who live in massive and opulent homes that cost millions of dollars. It would be easy to think that they have reached the pinnacle of satisfaction, but that is usually not the case. These people are most likely to be miserable.

On the other extreme are those who live in humble dwellings that are in low income neighborhoods. Some who reside there spend considerable time and effort day dreaming about living in the homes of the rich and powerful.

Lack of contentment can be expressed in numerous ways. Some people are never satisfied with their employment, their marriage partner, their appearance, their abilities, or any number of factors that are common to the human existence.

Let’s face it–we covet the things or qualities that others possess. Even some pastors covet larger churches or larger ministries. God calls us to find our true value in Him. He leads us and directs us in the path He has chosen for us. The path may be steep or rocky, but it is the wonderful way God has chosen to allow us to shine brightly in a world of sin.

Rest in the contentment that God knows what He is doing, and by finding joy in your present situation, you may be a true minister of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Blessings dear hearts! Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 17th: Jeremiah 30:1-31:26, 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 25:18-19

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 17th: 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 25:18-19

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