LET THERE BE PEACE! – John 16:33 Devotional

by | Oct 10, 2024 | John

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LET THERE BE PEACE!

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.”

World War I, sometimes called the “Great War,” was a huge waste of human life. It has been calculated that some fifteen million people lost their life in this terrible conflict that ended on this date, November 11, 1918. It was thought back then that peace would prevail and no more such wars would be fought — but it was barely 20 years before the even more devastating World War II broke out.

As the world searches for peace it is important to get a picture of what peace really means. It is the Hebrew word, “Shalowm” (shalom) and means completeness, soundness, welfare and tranquility. The word peace is found 429 times in Scripture and is a concept that is important to understand.

Over the centuries there have been many attempts to secure peace between individuals, families, communities or nations. These human attempts have always failed because it is only the Lord who gives peace.

The wonderful thing is that the Lord gives us peace in the midst of the storms of life. His peace comes from the inside out rather than from the outside in. His peace passes all human understanding. May He grant you His “shalom”!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 10th: Jeremiah 14:11-16:15, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-3:13, Psalm 80:1-19, and Proverbs 25:1-5

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 10th: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-3:13, Psalm 80:1-19, and Proverbs 25:1-5

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NO FEAR OF SHADOWS! – Psalm 23:4 Devotional

by | Oct 9, 2024 | Psalm

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NO FEAR OF SHADOWS!

Psalm 23:4 – Devotional

Psalm 23:4

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will have no fear of evil: for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff comfort me.”

I have experienced the walk through the valley of the shadow of death. Many years ago I was being examined by a cardiologist when he suddenly asked if there was anyone in the waiting area that could drive me to the hospital. My wife drove me and within a few hours I had endured heart by-pass surgery. Yeah! Only try it if you require it!

Enduring my own surgery and recovery period was nothing compared to holding watch as my oldest daughter and years later, my beloved wife slip free of the bonds of this sin-sick world into the loving arms of the Lord who loved them with a love far greater than my capacity to love.

If you have walked through, or about to walk through the valley of death, remember that for we believers it is just the shadow of death. When we accepted Jesus as our Savior we passed from death to life. We need have no fear of death for we have received eternal life through Him! Praise the Lord!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 9th: Jeremiah 12:1-14:10, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2:8, Psalm 79:1-13, and Proverbs 24:30-34

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 9th: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2:8, Psalm 79:1-13, and Proverbs 24:30-34

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HE ENABLES US! – 1 Timothy 1:12 Devotional

by | Oct 8, 2024 | 1 Timothy

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HE ENABLES US!

1 Timothy 1:12 – Devotional

1 Timothy 1:12

“And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry.”

It was many years ago that I felt the call of the Lord to preach the Good News of the gospel. At the time of my call I was not aware of the many ways the Lord would use me as a minister of the gospel. All I had to do was to follow!

Through education and plowing through ordeal after ordeal I came to learn that it was always best to simply trust in the Lord’s leadership. I must hasten to add that it is far easier to say than to do.

That being said, many of us have discovered that it is always best to simply trust and follow the Lord rather than to barge ahead and then humbly come to Him after we make a mess of things.

I praise God that through over sixty years of ministry He still is the guiding force in my life and ministry. I have no plans to retire and trust in the Lord to enable me to serve to the end! PRAISE THE LORD!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 8th: Jeremiah 10:1-11:23, Colossians 3:18-4:18, Psalm 78:56:72, and Proverbs 24:28-29

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 8th: Colossians 3:18-4:18, Psalm 78:56:72, and Proverbs 24:28-29

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TROUBLES! – 2 Corinthians 6:3-4 Devotional

by | Oct 7, 2024 | 2 Corinthians

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TROUBLES​!

2 Corinthians 6:3-4 – Devotional

2 Corinthians 6:3-4

“We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. Rather, as servants of God, we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; and troubles, hardships and distresses.”

As I write this, I am listening to a gospel song that proclaims “I’m getting ready to leave this world.”

Are we?

I mean, are we truly looking forward to the day when we will say goodbye to the things of this world and enter our eternal home?

Studying the biographies of some of the greatest saints across the ages, I learned that they often endured troublesome difficulties.

Many faced far greater problems than I have ever faced. Not only that, they dealt with these troubles with confidence in Jesus.

I have frequently heard certain ministers preach, and teach a feel-good gospel. They seem to say that, if you have enough faith, you will never have to deal with sickness, pain, or catastrophic events.

When I hear their teachings, I want to shout out for them to read about the life of Paul.

He endured more persecution than I can imagine, yet he was in the center of God‘s will.

The discovery I’ve made is that we can have victory in the middle of the storms of life.

I recall the song we used to sing when I was a teenager – “troubles may come, and troubles will go; we’ll trust in Jesus come weal or woe”

Now that is my aim in life.

I know that there will be troubles, but my Jesus is in control.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 7th: Jeremiah 8:8-9:26, Colossians 3:1-17, Psalm 78:32-55, and Proverbs 24:37

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 7th: Colossians 3:1-17, Psalm 78:32-55, and Proverbs 24:37

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COME NEAR TO GOD! – James 4:7-8 Devotional

by | Oct 6, 2024 | James

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COME NEAR TO GOD!

James 4:7-8 – Devotional

James 4:7-8

“Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you who sin; and purify your hearts, you who are double minded.”

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Come Near to God!” by clicking above on the play button.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

The Bible in One Year & Prayer

October 6th: Jeremiah 6:16-8:7; Colossians 2:8-23; Psalm 78:1-31; and Proverbs 24:26

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

October 6th: Colossians 2:8-23; Psalm 78:1-31; and Proverbs 24:26

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