BE FOUND FAITHFUL! – 2 Peter 3:14 Devotional

by | Sep 25, 2025 | 2 Peter

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BE FOUND FAITHFUL!

2 Peter 3:14 – Devotional

2 Peter 3:14

“Be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless.”

When we are called to our eternal home with the Lord, how will we be found by our precious Lord who gave us so much? I think that question has been on the heart and mind of every sincere follower of Christ.

Immediately I am reminded of the Scripture in Isaiah 64:6 “. . . all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags.” That is not encouraging to the self-help gurus who try to convince their followers that good works merit eternal reward. NOPE!

It is never by what we have done, are now doing, or will accomplish in the future, that will gain an entrance into God’s heaven. It is only by the shed blood of Christ are we saved, and only by His blood are we to be found faithful!

I desire to be found faithful in my service for the Lord when He calls me home. My desire (it really does not matter) is that I rise to meet Christ in the air at the rapture of the church. Regardless by death or by rapture I want to be found faithful in His sight!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

September 25th: Isaiah 45:11-48:11, Ephesians 4:1-16, Psalm 68:19-35, and Proverbs 24:3-4

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

September 25th: Ephesians 4:1-16, Psalm 68:19-35, and Proverbs 24:3-4

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GOD’S STRENGTH IS ENOUGH! – Isaiah 41:10 Devotional

by | Sep 24, 2025 | Isaiah

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GOD’S STRENGTH IS ENOUGH!

Isaiah 41:10 – Devotional

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, for I am with you, don’t be depressed, I am your God. I will give you My strength to help you, and will hold you up with My righteous right hand.”

When you feel like you have come to the end of your own endurance, trust in God to sustain you.

You may also want to recall what Paul recalled about his experience in serving the Lord. He recalls that he was: kidnapped (Acts 21:27), beaten (Acts 21:30-31; 23:3), threatened (Acts 22:22; 27:42), arrested many times (Acts 21:33; 22:24, 31; 23:35; 28:16), accused in lawsuits (Acts 21:34; 22:30; 24:1-2; 25:2, 7; 28:4), interrogated (Acts 25:24-27), ridiculed (Acts 26:24), ignored (Acts 27:11), shipwrecked (Acts 27:41).

So how is your day going?!

It is very easy to slip into a pity party for the way we may be treated because we are committed Christians. Can I let you in on a little secret? Many of the things some believers endure are the result of their own actions rather than their walk with the Lord.

As you walk out the door today, make sure you have spent time reading God’s Word and speak with Him as the vital Friend who will be with you in everything you do throughout the day. Just remember that His strength is strong enough for the heaviest load you will have to bear!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

September 24th: Isaiah 43:14-45:10, Ephesians 3:1-21, Psalm 68:1-18, and Proverbs 24:1-2

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

September 24th: Ephesians 3:1-21, Psalm 68:1-18, and Proverbs 24:1-2

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OUR PURE JOY! – James 1:2-3 Devotional

by | Sep 23, 2025 | James

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OUR PURE JOY!

James 1:2-3 – Devotional

James 1:2-3

“Count it pure joy when you experience various trials. Understand that the testing of your faith produces patience.”

You are either in the midst of a painful trial, getting over one, or there is one in your future. Every person on the face of this earth has to face the reality of ordeal. I do not want to sound morbid, but if we do not realize the fact that we will pass through times of trial, we may be stunned when they come. Troubles may be the loss of a loved one, financial reversal, a disturbing medical diagnosis, or any number of other issues.

How is the believer to respond to the adversities of life? James says that we are to consider it pure joy. That is impossible to do in our own strength. Only with the help of the Lord are we able to look beyond the trials and see our eternal reward.

You may have heard the expression; “That person is so heavenly minded that they are no earthly use.” While I do not agree with the idea that we are no earthly use, I agree that we should be heavenly minded.

We know that the things of this world will all pass away. The trials and tribulations of our present life will pale and fade when we slip the bonds of this earth and are with the Lord. What a day that will be!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

September 23rd: Isaiah 41:17-43:13, Ephesians 2:1-22, Psalm 67:1-7, and Proverbs 23:29-35

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

September 23rd: Ephesians 2:1-22, Psalm 67:1-7, and Proverbs 23:29-35

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LET GOD BE GOD! – Matthew 6:10 Devotional

by | Sep 22, 2025 | Matthew

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LET GOD BE GOD!

Matthew 6:10 – Devotional

Matthew 6:10

“Your kingdom come, Your will be done, here on earth as it is in heaven!”

I once found myself being convicted of words which I had spoken to a family in our congregation. They were considering a move across the country to be near their daughter and grandchildren. (Not to mention, it would also be much warmer.) I discouraged them!

To even think of them leaving our congregation was extremely hard for me. They and their family had been members of my congregation for many years. The wife’s parents were also members of my congregation and I officiated at each of their funerals.

The problem was that I had been allowing my wishes to take precedence in the matter. These dear friends have laughingly forgiven me for my desire to keep them here, but I have learned a lesson (or at least I am trying to learn) — LET GOD DO THE LEADING!

I am sure that there are many areas of my life where I have stepped out ahead of the Lord’s leadership instead of waiting on Him. I want to become increasingly committed to seek the guidance and leadership of the Holy Spirit. Rather than looking out for our own interests, we need to encourage each other to pray fervently and then let God be God!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

September 22nd: Isaiah 39:1-41:16, Ephesians 1:1-23, Psalm 66:1-20, and Proverbs 23:25-28

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

September 22nd: Ephesians 1:1-23, Psalm 66:1-20, and Proverbs 23:25-28

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A DIFFERENT PEOPLE! – Exodus 8:23 Devotional

by | Sep 21, 2025 | Exodus

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A DIFFERENT PEOPLE!

Exodus 8:23 – Devotional

Exodus 8:23

“I will make a difference between My people and your people.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

September 21st: Isaiah 37:1-38:22, Galatians 6:1-18, Psalm 65:1-13, and Proverbs 23:24

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September 21st: Galatians 6:1-18, Psalm 65:1-13, and Proverbs 23:24

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