THE FRUIT OF WORRY! – Matthew 6:33-34 Devotional

by | Jul 21, 2026 | Matthew

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THE FRUIT OF WORRY!

Matthew 6:33-34 – Devotional

Matthew 6:33-34

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.“

Worry produces bitter fruit. Try to recall the times that you have worn yourself out worrying about something only to realize that you really didn’t need to worry about it. There were other times when pain and suffering came so unexpectedly that you had no time to worry about it. So why worry?!

There’s another passage of Scripture in the same sermon that Jesus shared with the people on the Mount. It is found in Matthew 6 verse 27; “Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature?” The answer to this question of course is that no one can profit by worrying. So why worry!

The alternative to worry is to obey the command of our Lord. And what is that command? We read it very plain in verse 23. We are to seek God’s kingdom and his righteousness before anything else. Before we worry, before we fret, before we stew, before we lose sleep, we seek to know and experience God and his fullness.

The next time you are prone to worry I urge you immediately to stop and begin quoting every Scripture that you have ever memorized. If you have not memorized any carry a little 3 x 5 card with some meaningful Scripture on it. Feast on it do not worry about the details of life!

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

July 21st: 2 Chronicles 4:1-6:11, Romans 7:1-12, Psalm 17:1-15, and Proverbs 19:22-23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

July 21st: Romans 7:1-12, Psalm 17:1-15, and Proverbs 19:22-23

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A FAITHFUL PROMISE! – Psalm 51:10 Devotional

by | Jul 20, 2026 | Psalm

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A FAITHFUL PROMISE!

Psalm 51:10 – Devotional

Psalm 51:10

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.“

Have you ever wondered who you can rely upon to do what they have promised to do? Let me ask another, more-penetrating question. Have you ever made a commitment to pray for someone and after days, weeks, or even months, later realize that you have failed to follow through? You have betrayed your trust, my friend!

It is a serious thing to fail to fulfill your promise to those around you, but what about the promises you have made to the Lord but that you have failed to keep? I must confess that there have been times I have had to hang my head in shame for not doing as I promised. I have had to ask the Lord to forgive my failure.

It is easy to see the faults of others while at the same time ignoring my own shortcomings. It is very evident that more easily we find fault in others the easier it is to ignore our own failures. May God forgive us!

There have been many times that people have disappointed me by saying one thing and then doing another. It hurt and made me feel betrayed. I want to make a new commitment not be guilty of the same failure. I commit to take my prayer burdens to the foot of the cross and entrust them to the Lord.

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

July 20th: 2 Chronicles 1:1-3:17, Romans 6:1-23, Psalm 16:1-11, and Proverbs 19:20-21

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

July 20th: Romans 6:1-23, Psalm 16:1-11, and Proverbs 19:20-21

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DEATH OF A VISION!​ – Acts 10:15-17 Devotional

by | Jul 19, 2026 | Acts

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DEATH OF A VISION!​

Acts 10:15-17 – Devotional

Acts 10:15-17

“And a voice spoke to him again the second time, ‘What God has cleansed you must not call common.’ This was done three times. And the object was taken up into heaven again. Now while Peter wondered within himself what this vision which he had seen meant, behold, the men who had been sent from Cornelius had made inquiry for Simon’s house, and stood before the gate.“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Death of a Vision!” by clicking above on the play button.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

July 19th: 1 Chronicles 28:1-29:30, Romans 5:6-21, Psalm 15:1-5, and Proverbs 19:18-19

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

July 19th: Romans 5:6-21, Psalm 15:1-5, and Proverbs 19:18-19

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RESTRICTED ENTRY!​ – Matthew 7:21 Devotional

by | Jul 18, 2026 | Matthew

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RESTRICTED ENTRY!​

Matthew 7:21 – Devotional

Matthew 7:21

“Not everyone who declares that I am Jesus the Lord will enter the Kingdom of Heaven, but only those who actually do the will of My Father in heaven will be permitted entry.“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Restricted Entry!” followed by Pastor Cecil’s Prayer by clicking above on the play button.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

July 18th: 1 Chronicles 26:12-27:34, Romans 4:13-5:5, Psalm 14:1-7, and Proverbs 19:17

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

July 18th: Romans 4:13-5:5, Psalm 14:1-7, and Proverbs 19:17

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SPEAK TO ME​! – Hebrews 4:12 Devotional

by | Jul 17, 2026 | Hebrews

SPEAK TO ME​!

Hebrews 4:12 – Devotional

Hebrews 4:12

“For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword…”

This week we have a special new song for you created by Russ Hansen entitled, “Speak To Me.” He’d appreciate your feedback on this song–please send it to him at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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Speak To Me

[Verse 1]
Lord, as I open up Your Word today,
Quiet the noise and show me the way.
Let every page reveal Your heart,
Teach me the truth and set me apart.

[Pre-Chorus]
Open my eyes so I can see,

The treasures You have prepared for me.

[Chorus]
Speak to me through Your Word today,
Shine Your light upon my way.
Let every promise come alive,
Deep in my heart where Your Spirit resides.
Feed my soul with heaven’s bread,
Fill my mind with all You’ve said.
Lord, let Your living truth impart
Life to my mind and fire to my heart.

[Verse 2]
Show me the places I need to grow,
The paths of grace I need to know.
When You reveal what I should do,
Give me the faith to follow through.

[Pre-Chorus]
Open my ears to hear Your voice,
And help my heart in You rejoice.

[Chorus]
Speak to me through Your Word today,
Shine Your light upon my way.
Let every promise come alive,
Deep in my heart where Your Spirit resides.
Feed my soul with heaven’s bread,
Fill my mind with all You’ve said.
Lord, let Your living truth impart
Life to my mind and fire to my heart.

[Bridge]
Don’t let me walk away unchanged,
Or leave these sacred words behind.
When truth confronts my stubborn ways,
Give me courage to align.
Let faith become obedient hands,
And love become my daily walk.
May my life reflect Your Word,
In every step and every thought.

[Final Chorus]
Speak to me through Your Word today,
Shine Your light upon my way.
When You reveal the path ahead,
Give me boldness to be led,
Feed my soul with heaven’s bread.
Feed my soul with heaven’s bread,
Fill my life with all You’ve said.
Lord, let Your living truth impart
Life to my mind and strength to my heart.

[Outro]
Speak, Lord, I’m listening,
Teach me, Lord, I’m willing.
What You show me, help me do,
Living every word from You.

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

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

July 17th: 1 Chronicles 24:1-26:11, Romans 4:1-12, Psalm 13:1-6, and Proverbs 19:15-16

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

July 17th: Romans 4:1-12, Psalm 13:1-6, and Proverbs 19:15-16

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