LIVING IN CHRIST​!​​ – John 14:20 Devotional

by | Jan 6, 2026 | John

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LIVING IN CHRIST​!

John 14:20 – Devotional

John 14:20

“You will know that I am in My Father, and you in Me, and I in you.“

Are you seeking harmony in your life? Are things discordant and seemingly out of control? Do you start the day anticipating the chaos that will inevitably present itself before the day has ended?

Those of you who know me personally (my regular readers probably know me better than most people), know I try to provide hope and life in a dismal world.

In John 14:2 we find real hope for the believer: “In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” Look it up and read it for a real lift for your soul.

Harmony is not the result of taking a course on organization, although that might benefit many of us. It is not in walking around with signs instructing you to “Don’t worry! Be happy!” Some grouch may lock you up for that.

Harmony is a recognition that there is an order to the universe which is not dependent upon the day-to-day circumstances. It is in being IN Christ Jesus. He confirms that He is in His Father. As we are in Him, He promises to be in us! That is the true essence of LIVING IN CHRIST!

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

January 6th: Genesis 13:5-15:21, Matthew 5:27-48, Psalm 6:1-10, and Proverbs 1:29-33

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

January 6th: Matthew 5:27-48, Psalm 6:1-10, and Proverbs 1:29-33

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MAGNIFIED SHADOWS!​​ – Psalm 23:4 Devotional

by | Jan 5, 2026 | Psalm

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MAGNIFIED SHADOWS!

Psalm 23:4 – Devotional

Psalm 23:4

“Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for You are with me;
Your rod and staff, they comfort me.“

Once I was about a block from my house and gliding along at about ten miles per hour when I noticed an eight-inch long shadow gliding along beside me on the pavement. It was then that I noticed a two-inch long insect flying next to the car. The sun was at just the right angle to magnify the shadow of the tiny insect.

When I replay that scene in my mind, I am reminded that shadows are always magnified and are larger than real life. The Psalmist reminds us that we travel through the valley of the shadow of death, not the valley of death.

What is the difference? The difference is that shadows are magnified. That means things we fear appear to be larger than life. Not only that, we have our Great Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who carries a rod and staff to rescue and protect us.

The next time you encounter the shadow of fear in your life, remember who is walking beside you. He knows how big the threat really is and He alone is able to shield and protect 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

January 5th: Genesis 11:1-13:4, Matthew 5:1-26, Psalm 5:1-12, and Proverbs 1:24-28

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

January 5th: Matthew 5:1-26, Psalm 5:1-12, and Proverbs 1:24-28

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OUR SOURCE OF WISDOM​! – James 1:5 Devotional

by | Jan 4, 2026 | James

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OUR SOURCE OF WISDOM!

James 1:5 – Devotional

James 1:5

“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and does not reproach, and godly wisdom will be given liberally.”

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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

January 4th: Genesis 8:1-10:32, Matthew 4:12-25, Psalm 4:1-8, and Proverbs 1:20-23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

January 4th: Matthew 4:12-25, Psalm 4:1-8, and Proverbs 1:20-23

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JOYFUL SAINTS​! – Psalm 149:5-6 Devotional

by | Jan 3, 2026 | Psalm

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JOYFUL SAINTS!

Psalm 149:5-6 – Devotional

Psalm 149:5-6

“Let the saints be joyful in glory; Let them sing aloud on their beds. Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand.”

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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

January 3rd: Genesis 5:1-7:24, Matthew 3:7-4:11, Psalm 3:1-8, and Proverbs 1:10-19

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

January 3rd: Matthew 3:7-4:11, Psalm 3:1-8, and Proverbs 1:10-19

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AMAZING LOVE! – Ephesians 2:4-5 Devotional

by | Jan 2, 2026 | Ephesians

AMAZING LOVE!

Ephesians 2:4-5 – Devotional

Ephesians 2:4-5

“But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)”

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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, “Amazing Love” inspired by Charles Wesley’s penned words in the popular hymn, And Can It Be?. Russ would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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Amazing Love (inspired by Charles Wesley)

Verse 1
How could it be that grace would choose
A heart like mine, so torn and bruised
You bore the cross, You took my blame
I caused the pain, You took the shame
The nails, the thorns, the victory
All of it done for someone like me

Chorus
Amazing love, how can it be
My God would die to set me free?
The Son of heaven bled for me
Amazing love, how can it be?

Verse 2
The Immortal stepped into the grave
Who could explain the life He gave
No angel mind could ever see
The depths of such a mystery
Mercy spoke where justice stood
Love outweighed what never could

Chorus
Amazing love, how can it be
My God would die to set me free?
The Son of heaven bled for me
Amazing love, how can it be?

Verse 3
He left the throne, laid glory down
Wore human flesh, wore sorrow’s crown
With empty hands but endless grace
He took our sin, He took our place
This mercy vast, this love so free
Somehow it still found out me

Pre-Chorus
Oh, it found me
Yes, it found me
Chorus
Amazing love, how can it be
My God would die to set me free?
The Son of heaven bled for me
Amazing love, how can it be?

Verse 4
I lived in chains, I lived in night
Bound by fear, out of sight
Then heaven’s light broke through the dark
Awoke my soul, ignited my heart
The chains fell off, my faith could see
I rose, I ran, You called me free

Bridge
No guilt remains, no fear, no shame
I stand alive in Jesus’ name
His righteousness now covers me
I walk in hope eternally

Final Chorus
Amazing love, how can it be
My God would die to set me free?
I stand redeemed, I finally see
Amazing love, how can it be?

Outro
The cross, the grave, the victory
Amazing love — You died for 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

January 2nd: Genesis 3:1-4:26, Matthew 2:13-3:6, Psalm 2:1-12, and Proverbs 1:7-9

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

January 2nd: Matthew 2:13-3:6, Psalm 2:1-12, and Proverbs 1:7-9

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