IF! – Proverbs 3:5-8 Devotional

by | Apr 20, 2026 | Proverbs

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IF!

Proverbs 3:5-8 – Devotional

Proverbs 3:5-8

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.”

“If”! Such a tiny little word, yet one which holds so much meaning. It is a conditional word that often implies being a little reluctant to respond until certain conditions are met. I will do this or that “if” you meet my expectations, demands or in some way make me feel comfortable.

It is a sad commentary that we often bargain with God by attaching an “if” to our obedience. In doing so, we place ourselves in a position of control. Instead of saying, “Nevertheless, not my will, but Thine be done”, as Jesus prayed in the garden, but our telling God what to do and when to do it.

Just recently someone forwarded the following inspirational piece. It explains a little of the reason for God’s actions and reveals why we do not always see His hand at work in our life.

GOD SAID…

If you never felt pain, then how would you know that I’m a Healer?
If you never went through difficulties, how would you know that I’m a Deliverer?
If you never had a trial, how could you call yourself an overcomer?
If you never felt sadness, how would you know that I’m a Comforter?
If you never made a mistake, how would you know that I’m forgiving?
If you knew it all, how would you know that I will answer your questions?
If you were never in trouble, how would you know that I will come to your rescue?
If you never were broken, then how would you know that I can make you whole?
If you never had a problem, how would you know that I can solve them?
If you never had any suffering, then how would you know what Jesus went through?
If you never went through the fire, then how would you become pure?
If I gave you all things, how would you appreciate them?
If I never corrected you, how would you know that I love you?
If you had all power, then how would you learn to depend on Me?
If your life was perfect, then what would you need Me for?

THANK YOU, GOD! HELP ME TO REMEMBER!

Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today, trust Him completely, and be a blessing.

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

April 20th: Joshua 21:1-22:20, Luke 20:1-26, Psalm 89:1-13, and Proverbs 13:15-16

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 20th: Luke 20:1-26, Psalm 89:1-13, and Proverbs 13:15-16

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ENOUGH! – Exodus 36:6-7 Devotional

by | Apr 19, 2026 | Exodus

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ENOUGH!

Exodus 36:6-7 – Devotional

Exodus 36:6-7

“Then Moses gave an order and they sent this word throughout the camp: ‘No man or woman is to make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.’ And so the people were restrained from bringing more, because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work.”

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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

April 19th: Joshua 19:1-20:9, Luke 19:28-48, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 13:12-14

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 19th: Luke 19:28-48, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 13:12-14

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My! My! My! – 1 Chronicles 16:14-18 Devotional

by | Apr 18, 2026 | 1 Chronicles

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DRAW NEAR TO GOD!

James 4:8 – Devotional

1 Chronicles 16:14-18

“He is the LORD our God; His judgments are in all the earth. He remembers His covenant forever, the word He commanded for a thousand generations, the covenant He made with Abraham, the oath He swore to Isaac. He confirmed it to Jacob as a decree, to Israel as an everlasting covenant: To you I will give the land of Canaan as the portion you will inherit.”

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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

April 18th: Joshua 16:1-18:28, Luke 19:1-27, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 13:11

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 18th: Luke 19:1-27, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 13:11

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ALL I WANT! – Music Devotional

by | Apr 17, 2026 | Daily-E-Votionals

ALL I WANT!

Music Devotional

This Friday we have a special treat for you. Russ Hansen has created a new worshipful song entitled, “All I Want.” Russ shot the video at the Hoh Rain Forest on the Olympic Peninsula. He would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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All I Want

[chorus]
All I want is to be like Jesus,
All I want is to follow Him;
By His Spirit within me, His love surrounds me,
In all I do, I desire to be like Him. 

[chorus]
All I want is to be like Jesus,
All I want is to follow Him;
By His Spirit within me, His love surrounds me,
In all I do, I desire to be like Him. 

[final chorus]
All I want is to be like Jesus,
All I want is to follow Him;
By His Spirit within me, His love surrounds me,
In all I do, I desire to be like Him. 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

April 17th: Joshua 15:1-63, Luke 18:18-43, Psalm 86:1-17, and Proverbs 13:9-10

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 17th: Luke 18:18-43, Psalm 86:1-17, and Proverbs 13:9-10

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MY REFUGE & FORTRESS​! – Psalm 92:1 Devotional

by | Apr 16, 2026 | 1 Chronicles

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MY REFUGE & FORTRESS!

Psalm 92:1 – Devotional

Psalm 92:1

“I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.”

Each time I read this verse, it seems that a new insight grabs my attention. Actually, there are two words that capture my interest: “refuge” and “fortress.”

In the past few years there have been television programs that follow as a lone individual who is dropped into a remote area of the globe and left to survive on their own resources for one week. They are not provided food or water and must make their way on what can be gleaned from the land in which they have been thrust.

Water is the first essential to be obtained, closely followed by starting a fire and preparing a shelter to protect from the elements. It is surprising how ingenious these they become in erecting a shelter from the rain, cold, or in some desert areas, the sun. While these make-shift covers may be a place to pause, they are not a place to dwell and rest.

It is tragic that many people go through this life erecting “shelters” that they hope will satisfy. Some of these may even cost millions of dollars, but like every other thing in this world, they are destined to pass away.

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

April 16th: Joshua 13:1-14:15, Luke 18:1-17, Psalm 85:1-13, and Proverbs 13:7-8

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 16th: Luke 18:1-17, Psalm 85:1-13, and Proverbs 13:7-8

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