PURE WORDS​​! – Psalm 12:6 Devotional

by | May 23, 2026 | Psalm

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PURE WORDS!

Psalm 12:6 – Devotional

Psalm 12:6

“The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.”

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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

May 23rd: 2 Samuel 2:12-3:39, John 13:1-30, Psalm 119:1-16, and Proverbs 15:29-30

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

May 23rd: John 13:1-30, Psalm 119:1-16, and Proverbs 15:29-30

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LAZARUS, COME OUT! – Music Devotional

by | May 22, 2026 | John

LAZARUS, COME OUT!

Music Devotional

This Friday we have a special treat for you. Russ Hansen has created a new song entitled, “Lazarus, Come Out!” He would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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Lazarus Come Out! (inspired by John 11:1-44)

[Verse 1]
Mary’s crying in the doorway
Martha’s barely holding on
Four long days inside the graveyard
Now all hope already gone
Friends are whispering, “If He loved him
Why’d He wait so long to come?”
But Jesus walked into the sorrow
Knowing death would soon be done

[Pre-Chorus]
Tears fell down from Heaven’s eyes
Standing where His friend had died

[Chorus]
“Lazarus, come out!”
Hear the tomb shaking now
Chains of death are breaking down
When the Living Word speaks out
“I AM the resurrection and the life”
The stone is rolled away
Anyone believing in His name
Will live again, will rise again

[Verse 2]
Martha said, “Lord, I still trust You
Even now God hears Your prayer”
Jesus answered with a promise
Strong enough for all despair
“I AM the resurrection
And the life for all who believe
Even after death has claimed them
Still they live eternally”

[Pre-Chorus]
“Do you believe this?” Jesus said
Hope was rising from the dead

[Chorus]
“Lazarus, come out!”
Hear the darkness giving ground
Buried dreams are waking now
When the Savior calls them out
“I AM the resurrection and the life”
No grave can hold eternal light
Everyone who lives in Me by faith
Will never die, no never die

[Bridge]
Wrapped in grave clothes, stepping free
A living sign for all to see
The tomb could not keep death’s demand
When resurrection took His stand

And one day every sealed-up grave
Will hear the voice that darkness obeys
The King who stood in Bethany
Still calls the dead to life today

[Breakdown]
Roll the stone away
Let the people see
What impossible looks like
When God speaks victory

[Final Chorus]
“Lazarus, come out!”
Let the church cry it aloud
Jesus Christ has conquered now
Every fear beneath the ground
“I AM the resurrection and the life”
Forevermore the grave denied
Anyone believing in the Son
Will live forever, death is done

[Outro]
The tomb was full of silence
Till Mercy called his name
And everything changed
When Jesus came

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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

May 22nd: 2 Samuel 1:1-2:11, John 12:20-50, Psalm 118:19-29, and Proverbs 15:27-28

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

May 22nd: John 12:20-50, Psalm 118:19-29, and Proverbs 15:27-28

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HIS PRESENCE! – Psalm 139:7 Devotional

by | May 21, 2026 | Psalm

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HIS PRESENCE!

Psalm 139:7 – Devotional

Psalm 139:7

“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?”

Across the years I have had the privilege of experiencing a variety of professions. One of the most memorable was working as a County Juvenile Probation Officer. I had come into the position directly from serving as a city police officer, so I was well acquainted with the patrol officers who worked the night shift.

I frequently rode with one of the officers as he made his rounds and would occasionally spot a juvenile who was part of my caseload. I would note the time, location, and who else was with him. Many times the probationer was on a court-ordered curfew along with a list of individuals not to associate with.

The next time that probationer reported in I would ask if they were adhering to their curfew. The response was usually that they were. I would then ask about the day and time I had observed them. Their look of astonishment was priceless. I would then proceed to take the necessary action that was merited. It wasn’t long before they felt like I was everywhere and they had better keep on the straight and narrow.

In today’s Scripture we see that the Lord is everywhere and He knows all about us. There are no time-outs when it comes to living for the Lord. He knows each and everything about us. That is not a bad thing but is a constant reminder that He is always there when we call. Praise the Lord!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

May 21st: 1 Samuel 29:1-31:13, John 11:55-12:19, Psalm 118:1-18, and Proverbs 15:24-26

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

May 21st: John 11:55-12:19, Psalm 118:1-18, and Proverbs 15:24-26

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ALERT DUTY! – Psalm 37:34 Devotional

by | May 20, 2026 | Psalm

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ALERT DUTY!

Psalm 37:34 – Devotional

Psalm 37:34

“Wait on the Lord, and keep His way, and He shall exalt you to inherit the land; when the wicked are cut off, you shall see it.”

When I was in the military there were times when I was assigned to “Alert Duty.” What that implied, was that those of us who were on duty were not sleep, but were to maintain a constant state of readiness. We few would be tasked to alert the other members of the unit who would then spring into action.

In today’s Scripture, the psalmist is calling us to take on the assignment of being on alert. We are to be the watchmen (watchwomen) who keep our eyes open to the threats of the enemy.

Not only are we called to be alert to spiritual danger, but we are also to be aware of the leading of the Lord. When He is working in our midst, we need to rush to His side in order to respond to His call.

Are you on Alert Duty for the Lord? Are you spiritually aware of what God is doing in your midst in order to join with Him in bringing about His purposes? Now is the time to shake off the spiritual slumber and be alert.

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

May 20th: 1 Samuel 26:1-28:25, John 11:1-54, Psalm 117:1-2, and Proverbs 15:22-23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

May 20th: John 11:1-54, Psalm 117:1-2, and Proverbs 15:22-23

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HEED THE CALL! – Revelation 3:2 Devotional

by | May 19, 2026 | Revelation

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HEED THE CALL!

Revelation 3:2 – Devotional

Revelation 3:2

“Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for I have not found your works perfect before God.”

Back in the 1950’s I was a jet aircraft mechanic in the US Air Force. I left for work early in the morning and spent an exhausting day at my job. Many times after dinner I would lie down for a nap. Meanwhile, my wife Joyce had been alone all day eagerly awaiting our spending quality time together.

One evening as I was enjoying my sweet catnap, I heard those feared words, “Cec! Wake up! Your ride is here!” In a panic I pulled on my work uniform and was heading for the door when I saw her rolling with laughter! It cured me of napping after dinner!

There is no doubt that we live in a world that is being pulled more and more into a sense of spiritual lethargy. There is little emphasis on personal evangelism and far less on individual spiritual growth. The result is lukewarm or dead churches.

Being loud and animated does nothing to cover the reality of spiritual death. Many of our modern churches have seemingly been more concerned with the show than the substance. I think it is safe to say that many who whoop and yell in church fail to spend any quality time in prayer and Bible study. Jesus called for all true believers to wake up while there is still time. Will you hear and heed the call?

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

May 19th: 1 Samuel 24:1-25:44, John 10:22-42, Psalm 116:1-19, and Proverbs 15:20-21

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

May 19th: John 10:22-42, Psalm 116:1-19, and Proverbs 15:20-21

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