FLAT TIRES! – Psalm 37:23-24 Devotional

by | Sep 15, 2026 | Psalm

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FLAT TIRES!

Psalm 37:23-24 – Devotional

Psalm 37:23-24​

“The LORD makes firm the steps of the one who delights in Him;
though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.”

When Joyce and I were first married in 1952, our first car was a black 1948 four door Chevrolet sedan. It was a good reliable automobile with one glaring exception, the tires.

I cannot recall ever having engine troubles of any kind, but the tires were another story entirely. It seemed that we had more flat tires than you could shake a stick at. We were living hand to mouth, so even when a tire was beyond repair we could not afford new tires, so we purchased re-caps. The process back then was less than desirable and we paid the price.

There was one trip that we made from Idaho to South Dakota where I was stationed in the US Air Force. My dad bought us a set of re-cap snow tires to insure that we would be safe. The first tire blew out about 100 miles on our 900 mile trip and the second at the 500 mile marker. We had a wonderful time. Ha!

Life seems at times to be just like that. We experience blow-outs of all kinds. Just when we think all is going smooth, we feel that sickening thump, thump, thump that indicates a flat. But I want to let you in on a little secret. It is in those times of stress and failure that the best memories are made. I believe that our marriage was strengthened as we endured the “flat tires” of life together. With the Lord beside us and His Word to guide us, what more could we ask for?!

Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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September 15th: Isaiah 19:1-21:17, Galatians 2:1-16, Psalm 59:1-17, and Proverbs 23:13-14

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September 15th: Galatians 2:1-16, Psalm 59:1-17, and Proverbs 23:13-14

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WHAT GOD BLESSES! – 1 Corinthians 1:27 Devotional

by | Sep 14, 2026 | 1 Corinthians

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WHAT GOD BLESSES!

1 Corinthians 1:27 – Devotional

1 Corinthians 1:27​

“God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and He has chosen the weak things of the world to shame things which are mighty.”

If you ever feel that you are not smart enough, or popular enough, or from the right kind of family to do God’s work in an effective manner, read today’s Scripture passage once again. Who does God choose? The foolish and the weak — that describes me!

Jesus did not teach on a theological level, yet His clear and simple teaching has confounded doctors of theology across the centuries. He was the creator of the world, yet His ministry was extremely simple.

He did not intend for people to be mentally brilliant in order to know Him personally. It was and always has been this simple: Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so.

We should never demean one another with words that insult. Rather, we should always encourage each other with words that convey love and respect! Look for the good in others and always encourage others by telling them you notice what they are doing.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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September 14th: Isaiah 15:1-18:7, Galatians 1:1-24, Psalm 58:1-11, and Proverbs 23:12

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September 14th: Galatians 1:1-24, Psalm 58:1-11, and Proverbs 23:12

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A NEW APPEARANCE! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Devotional

by | Sep 13, 2026 | 2 Corinthians

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A NEW APPEARANCE!

2 Corinthians 5:17 – Devotional

2 Corinthians 5:17

“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature:
old things are passed away; behold, all things have become new.“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “A New Appearance!” by clicking above on the play button.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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September 13th: Isaiah 12:1-14:32, 2 Corinthians 13:1-14, Psalm 57:1-11, and Proverbs 23:9-11

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September 13th: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14, Psalm 57:1-11, and Proverbs 23:9-11

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BE OF GOOD CHEER! – John 16:33 Devotional

by | Sep 12, 2026 | John

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BE OF GOOD CHEER!

John 16:33 – Devotional

John 16:33

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.“

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

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September 12th: Isaiah 10:1-11:16, 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Psalm 56:1-13, and Proverbs 23:6-8

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September 12th: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Psalm 56:1-13, and Proverbs 23:6-8

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COME, THOU LONG-EXPECTED JESUS! – Luke 2:29-32 Devotional

by | Sep 11, 2026 | Luke

COME, THOU LONG-EXPECTED JESUS!

Luke 2:29-32 – Devotional

Luke 2:29-32

“Now you are releasing your servant, Master, according to your word, in peace; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared before the face of all peoples; a light for revelation to the nations, and the glory of your people Israel.”

Charles Wesley was a prolific hymnwriter who wrote over 6,500 hymns during his lifetime (1707-1788). His works include “And Can It Be”, “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing”, “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today”, “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”, the carol “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”, and “Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending”.

Jason E. Vickers states that Charles Wesley’s ‘conversion experience’ in 1738 had a clear impact on his doctrine, especially doctrine concerning the power of the Holy Spirit. The change was most prominent in his hymns written after the same year.

From his published work Hymns and Prayers to the Trinity and in Hymn number 62 he writes, “The Holy Ghost in part we know, For with us He resides, Our whole of good to Him we owe, Whom by His grace he guides, He doth our virtuous thoughts inspire, The evil he averts, And every seed of good desire, He planted in our hearts.”

In this hymn, Charles communicates several doctrines: the personal indwelling of the Holy Spirit, the sanctifying work of the Spirit, the depravity of mankind, and humanity’s personal accountability to God.

We hope you enjoy today’s featured hymn from Charles Wesley entitled, Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus, written in 1744.

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Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus

Come, thou long expected Jesus,
born to set thy people free;
from our fears and sins release us,
let us find our rest in thee.

Israel’s strength and consolation,
hope of all the earth thou art;
dear desire of every nation,
joy of every longing heart.

Born thy people to deliver,
born a child and yet a King,
born to reign in us forever,
now thy gracious kingdom bring.

By thine own eternal spirit
rule in all our hearts alone;
by thine all sufficient merit,
raise us to thy glorious throne.

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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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September 11th: Isaiah 8:1-9:21, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Psalm 55:1-23, and Proverbs 23:4-5

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