WORDS THAT LAST!​​ – Matthew 24:35 Devotional

by | Dec 16, 2025 | Matthew

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WORDS THAT LAST​!​​

Matthew 24:35 – Devotional

Matthew 24:35

“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away.”

In my mind’s eye I recall our family gathered around the dinner table. I imagine our kids are still at home and we are enjoying a sweet time of sharing. Across the table from me is Joyce, my precious wife. To her right is our oldest daughter, Brenda. Next to Brenda and to my right is our youngest daughter, Lori. On my left and to the right of Joyce is our son, Dan. A wonderful picture . . . but it did not last.

In the blink of an eye it seems, the kids marry and leave home. Grandbabies are born and illness takes my dear wife and both daughters. All three have slipped the bonds of this earth and soared into Paradise. I will never be able to sit around the table with them on this earth, but oh, how I look forward to that day when I will not only see them, but all of my loved ones. Even more wonderful, I will see the Savior who loved me enough to die for me.

C.T. Studd lived from 1860 to 1931. He composed a poem that is now so familiar that many think it is from Scripture. Here is a verse from that poem: “Only one life, ’twill soon be past, Only what’s done for Christ will last. And when I am dying, how happy I’ll be, If the lamp of my life has been burned out for Thee.”

That is the moment in time I fervently anticipate! What a day of rejoicing 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

December 16th: Micah 5:1-7:20, Revelation 7:1-17, Psalm 135:1-21, and Proverbs 30:5-6

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

December 16th: Revelation 7:1-17, Psalm 135:1-21, and Proverbs 30:5-6

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THE LIGHT OF LIFE!​​ – John 6:12b Devotional

by | Dec 15, 2025 | John

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THE LIGHT OF LIFE​!​​

John 6:12b – Devotional

John 6:12b

“I am the light of the world. The one who follows Me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.“

Those of us who have had the experience of being at the bedside of a believer who is about to slip into eternity, know it is sacred ground. It is always a mixture of sadness and joy.

I have often thought of the death of a believer as being somewhat like saying farewell to a traveler who is departing on a ship for some distant port. The journey may be long (even years) or only a few days or weeks, but our loved one will be missed while we are apart.

When Jesus left this world to return to His Father, He knew His disciples would experience loneliness and would need the Light of Life. That wonderful Light of Life is the precious Holy Spirit.

We have the confident assurance that we are never left alone in this dark world. Oh no! We have the glorious Light of Life continually beside us as we travel the journey the Lord leads us through. Enjoy the journey as you light the way for those who walk beside you!

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

December 15th: Micah 1:1-4:13, Revelation 6:1-17, Psalm 134:1-3, and Proverbs 30:1-4

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

December 15th: Revelation 6:1-17, Psalm 134:1-3, and Proverbs 30:1-4

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GIVE ME A CLEAN HEART​! – Psalm 51:10-11 Devotional

by | Dec 14, 2025 | Psalm

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GIVE ME A CLEAN HEART​​!

Psalm 51:10-11 – Devotional

Psalm 51:10-11

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.”

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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

December 14th: Jonah 1:1-4:11, Revelation 5:1-14, Psalm 133:1-3, and Proverbs 29:26-27

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

December 14th: Revelation 5:1-14, Psalm 133:1-3, and Proverbs 29:26-27

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STILL MUCH TO CLAIM​! – Joshua 13:1 Devotional

by | Dec 13, 2025 | Joshua

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STILL MUCH TO CLAIM​​!

Joshua 13:1 – Devotional

Joshua 13:1

“When Joshua had grown old, the LORD said to him, ‘You are now very old, and there are still very large areas of land to claim.’”

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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

December 13th: Obadiah 1:1-21, Revelation 4:1-11, Psalm 132:1-18, and Proverbs 29:24-25

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

December 13th: Revelation 4:1-11, Psalm 132:1-18, and Proverbs 29:24-25

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FOLLOW ME!​​ – John 21:17-22 Devotional

by | Dec 12, 2025 | John

FOLLOW ME!

John 21:17-22 – Devotional

John 21:17-22

Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.”

Jesus said, “Feed my sheep . . . Follow me!”

Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them . . . When Peter saw him, he asked, “Lord, what about him?”

Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow Me.”

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This Friday we have a special treat for you. Russ Hansen has combined AI and Scripture to produce an original song entitled, “Follow Me!” inspired by the 13th and 21st chapters of the Gospel of John. Russ would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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Follow Me (inspired by John 13 & 21)

Verse 1
Peter said, “Lord, I will follow You to death,”
But fear took hold and silence stole his breath.
Three times he swore he’d never known Your name,
Then heard the rooster cry and felt the weight of shame.

Pre-Chorus
But mercy walked beside the waves of Galilee,
A risen Savior calling softly, tenderly.

Chorus
“Follow Me!” You said it once again, “Follow Me!”
“Follow Me!” to a heart so full of pain. “Follow Me!”
When we fail You, when we wander,
Still Your grace will never flee.
Hear Him whisper to your soul:
“Follow Me!”

Verse 2
By the morning charcoal fire You asked him, “Do you love Me?”
Three times the question healed what once had been his grief.
You restored the one who fell, You pulled him from despair,
And called him to Your side with love beyond compare.

Pre-Chorus
And still today Your voice is calling faithfully,
To every wounded heart in need of mercy’s plea.

Chorus
“Follow Me!” You speak it once again,
“Follow Me!” “Follow Me!” to the lost and to the weak. “Follow Me!”
Have you promised you would stand, yet lived in quiet apathy?
Still He calls you back again:
“Follow Me!”

Bridge
Have you ever said you’d follow Him even unto death,
Yet denied Him by the choices you have made each day?
Still His kindness reaches out — restoring lovingly,
And to your trembling heart He says,

Final Chorus
“Follow Me!” He calls you by your name,
“Follow Me!” “Follow Me!” His love forever stays. “Follow Me!”
Leave the shadows, leave the failures — step into His victory.
Hear His voice above it all:
“Follow Me!”

Tag / Outro
Even if it’s been so long
Since your choice was first made,
He is waiting patiently
For you to follow — all the way.
Hear Him calling once again,
“Follow Me!”

Reprise
“Do you love me?”
“Follow Me!”
“Do you love me?”
“Follow Me!”
“Follow Me!”

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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

December 12th: Amos 7:1-9:15, Revelation 3:7-22, Psalm 131:1-3, and Proverbs 29:23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

December 12th: Revelation 3:7-22, Psalm 131:1-3, and Proverbs 29:23

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