NOT WHAT IT SEEMS! – Matthew 7:15-16 Devotional

by | Aug 9, 2026 | Matthew

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NOT WHAT IT SEEMS!

Matthew 7:15-16 – Devotional

Matthew 7:15-16

“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles?“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Not What It Seems!” 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

August 9th: Ezra 8:21-9:15, 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Psalm 31:1-8, and Proverbs 21:1-2

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

August 9th: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Psalm 31:1-8, and Proverbs 21:1-2

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KEEP AND STORE GOD’S WORDS! – Proverbs 7:1 Devotional

by | Aug 8, 2026 | Proverbs

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KEEP AND STORE GOD’S WORDS!

Proverbs 7:1 – Devotional

Proverbs 7:1

“My son, be sure to keep My words and store up My commands within your heart.“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Keep and Store God’s Words” 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

August 8th: Ezra 7:1-8:20, 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, Psalm 30:1-12, and Proverbs 20:28-30

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

August 8th: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, Psalm 30:1-12, and Proverbs 20:28-30

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MY SHEPHERD MY PEACE​! – Psalm 23:6 Devotional

by | Aug 7, 2026 | Psalm

MY SHEPHERD MY PEACE​!

Psalm 23:6 – Devotional

Psalm 23:6

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.”

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

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My Shepherd My Peace (inspired by Psalm 23)

[Verse 1]
You are my Shepherd, I won’t fear a thing,
You lead me gently where the quiet waters sing.
In fields of peace, You lay me down to rest,
You restore my soul—my heart is truly blessed.

[Chorus]
You are with me, You are with me,
In the darkness, You still stay.
Your rod and staff, they comfort,
They will guide me on my way.
Surely goodness, surely mercy
Will follow all my days.
You are with me, You are with me—
Forever I will stay.

[Verse 2]
You walk beside me through the valley low,
Even in shadows, Your perfect love is shown.
Before my enemies, You set a table wide,
My cup is overflowing, and You’re forever by my side.

[Chorus]
You are with me, You are with me,
In the darkness, You still stay.
Your rod and staff, they comfort,
They will guide me on my way.
Surely goodness, surely mercy
Will follow all my days.
You are with me, You are with me—
Forever I will stay.

[Bridge]
In Your house I’ll live forever,
Safe within Your endless grace.
Every step You lead me onward,
Till I see You face to face.

[Chorus]
You are with me, You are with me,
In the darkness, You still stay.
Your rod and staff, they comfort,
They will guide me on my way.
Surely goodness, surely mercy
Will follow all my days.
You are with me, You are with me—
Forever I will stay.

[Final Chorus]
You are with me, You are with me,
In the darkness, You still stay.
Your rod and staff, they comfort,
They will guide me on my way.
Surely goodness, surely mercy
Will follow all my days.
You are with me, You are with me—
Forever I will stay.

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

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

August 7th: Ezra 5:1-6:22, 1 Corinthians 3:5-23, Psalm 29:1-11, and Proverbs 20:26-27

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

August 7th: 1 Corinthians 3:5-23, Psalm 29:1-11, and Proverbs 20:26-27

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THE HAND OF THE LORD! – Ezra 7:6 Devotional

by | Aug 6, 2026 | Ezra

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THE HAND OF THE LORD!

Ezra 7:6 – Devotional

Ezra 7:6

“This Ezra came up from Babylon; and he was a skilled scribe in the Law of Moses, which the Lord God of Israel had given. The king granted him all his request, according to the hand of the Lord his God upon him.”

From time to time I speak with people who only read New Testament passages. It shocks me, but at the same time saddens me. There are so many times in the Old Testament where we see the hand of God at work in the lives of those who place their trust in Him. I truly believe that we cannot understand the New Testament without a foundational knowledge of the Old Testament.

The Ezra in today’s scripture was a scribe who had been in captivity in Babylon. He was faithful to the Lord regardless of where he was, but Ezra’s heart was always in Jerusalem. It was not because of his outstanding abilities that the king’s heart was swayed, but it was because “the hand of the Lord his God upon him.”

The people of God through all ages who have placed their trust in the Lord God have felt His hand upon their lives. That does not mean that their life is easy and without difficulty. As a matter of fact, sometimes the people of God are called upon to suffer more than others. So what is the benefit of placing our trust in God? The benefit is being used by Him.

If you really want your life to count for eternity, trust God with and for everything! Do not try to consider some things small and some things large. In God’s sight everything we do for Him is huge. The things of this world will pass away. Our efforts may seem insignificant, but if we act in obedience, it will please God and bring eternal value to us.

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

August 6th: Ezra 3:1-4:24, 1 Corinthians 2:6-3:4, Psalm 28:1-9, Proverbs 20:24-25

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

August 6th: 1 Corinthians 2:6-3:4, Psalm 28:1-9, Proverbs 20:24-25

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PERFECTED FOREVER! – Hebrews 10:14 Devotional

by | Aug 5, 2026 | Hebrews

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PERFECTED FOREVER!

Hebrews 10:14 – Devotional

Hebrews 10:14

“For by one offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified.”

Do you remember those children’s stories that always ended with “And they lived happily ever after”? Then we got older and realized that those stories were merely fairy tales and that it is impossible to live happily ever after. Right? Wrong!

We serve a Lord and Savior who promises us the most spectacular “ever after” that could ever be imagined. Sometimes in Scripture we are given glimpses into that wonderful eternity that God has prepared for those who choose Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

In those children’s fables that we read here on earth there is a place where all of the problems and trials are ended and everything in the future is going to be perfect. We know that is just not true. We live in the reality of a sin-wrecked world that is filled with suffering and strife.

Let me quickly offer the hope that we find in the Bible: This world is not our eternal home — we are here for such a brief time that it is hard to measure in Eternity Standard Time. There will be a HAPPILY EVER AFTER for believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. I want to live HAPPILY EVER AFTER!

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

August 5th: Ezra 1:1-2:70, 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5, Psalm 27:7-14, Proverbs 20:22-23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

August 5th: 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5, Psalm 27:7-14, Proverbs 20:22-23

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