WHAT GOD DESIRES! – Hosea 6:6 Devotional

by | Apr 22, 2026 | Hosea

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WHAT GOD DESIRES!

Hosea 6:6 – Devotional

Hosea 6:6

“For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.”

Across the ages of time, people have attempted to gain favor with God by their own efforts. We know that is impossible, but still it is the way most humans deal with times of crisis.

Few people (certainly those who have not been saved) place their eternal trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Most of us have heard the term; foxhole salvation. It implies a commitment made during a critical moment that subsequently was forgotten.

According to today’s Scripture, God desires for His children to have mercy rather than giving money, and knowing God from a study of His Word more than the monetary offerings we give.

To boil it all down to the most practical level – – God desires for His born-again children to be like Him in being merciful to those in need and increasing in the knowledge of Him by spending time in His Word. As you evaluate your personal relationship with the Lord, are you doing what God desires? Again comes the challenge: IF NOT, WHY NOT? DO WHAT GOD DESIRES!

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

April 22nd: Joshua 24:1-33, Luke 21:1-28, Psalm 89:38-52, and Proverbs 13:20-23

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 22nd: Luke 21:1-28, Psalm 89:38-52, and Proverbs 13:20-23

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WONDERFULLY MADE! – Psalm 139:14 Devotional

by | Apr 21, 2026 | Psalm

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WONDERFULLY MADE!

Psalm 139:14 – Devotional

Psalm 139:14

“I will praise Thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made:
marvelous are Thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.”

From time to time I notice that the makers of a particular product proudly boast that they are the makers of that product. In essence they are proclaiming that they stand behind what they are selling.

We also can rightly be certain that the words of God as found in our Holy Bible are true and righteous. Our precious Savior, Jesus Christ came into this lost world and shed His precious blood in order for us to be made in His image. Wow!

The certainty of our eternal salvation should propel us to go into this sin-sick world with the news that we can be WONDERFULLY MADE! Praise the Lord for that.

If you have never received Jesus as your personal Savior, just ask Him to come into your heart. Receive Him in childlike faith and then thank Him for giving you eternal life! As my daughter once said; “Say your prayer and I will see you in heaven!”

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

April 21st: Joshua 22:21-23:16, Luke 20:27-47, Psalm 89:14-37, and Proverbs 13:17-19

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 21st: Luke 20:27-47, Psalm 89:14-37, and Proverbs 13:17-19

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IF! – Proverbs 3:5-8 Devotional

by | Apr 20, 2026 | Proverbs

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IF!

Proverbs 3:5-8 – Devotional

Proverbs 3:5-8

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.”

“If”! Such a tiny little word, yet one which holds so much meaning. It is a conditional word that often implies being a little reluctant to respond until certain conditions are met. I will do this or that “if” you meet my expectations, demands or in some way make me feel comfortable.

It is a sad commentary that we often bargain with God by attaching an “if” to our obedience. In doing so, we place ourselves in a position of control. Instead of saying, “Nevertheless, not my will, but Thine be done”, as Jesus prayed in the garden, but our telling God what to do and when to do it.

Just recently someone forwarded the following inspirational piece. It explains a little of the reason for God’s actions and reveals why we do not always see His hand at work in our life.

GOD SAID…

If you never felt pain, then how would you know that I’m a Healer?
If you never went through difficulties, how would you know that I’m a Deliverer?
If you never had a trial, how could you call yourself an overcomer?
If you never felt sadness, how would you know that I’m a Comforter?
If you never made a mistake, how would you know that I’m forgiving?
If you knew it all, how would you know that I will answer your questions?
If you were never in trouble, how would you know that I will come to your rescue?
If you never were broken, then how would you know that I can make you whole?
If you never had a problem, how would you know that I can solve them?
If you never had any suffering, then how would you know what Jesus went through?
If you never went through the fire, then how would you become pure?
If I gave you all things, how would you appreciate them?
If I never corrected you, how would you know that I love you?
If you had all power, then how would you learn to depend on Me?
If your life was perfect, then what would you need Me for?

THANK YOU, GOD! HELP ME TO REMEMBER!

Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today, trust Him completely, and be a blessing.

– – – Pastor Cecil

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

April 20th: Joshua 21:1-22:20, Luke 20:1-26, Psalm 89:1-13, and Proverbs 13:15-16

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 20th: Luke 20:1-26, Psalm 89:1-13, and Proverbs 13:15-16

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ENOUGH! – Exodus 36:6-7 Devotional

by | Apr 19, 2026 | Exodus

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ENOUGH!

Exodus 36:6-7 – Devotional

Exodus 36:6-7

“Then Moses gave an order and they sent this word throughout the camp: ‘No man or woman is to make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.’ And so the people were restrained from bringing more, because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work.”

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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

April 19th: Joshua 19:1-20:9, Luke 19:28-48, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 13:12-14

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 19th: Luke 19:28-48, Psalm 88:1-18, and Proverbs 13:12-14

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My! My! My! – 1 Chronicles 16:14-18 Devotional

by | Apr 18, 2026 | 1 Chronicles

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DRAW NEAR TO GOD!

James 4:8 – Devotional

1 Chronicles 16:14-18

“He is the LORD our God; His judgments are in all the earth. He remembers His covenant forever, the word He commanded for a thousand generations, the covenant He made with Abraham, the oath He swore to Isaac. He confirmed it to Jacob as a decree, to Israel as an everlasting covenant: To you I will give the land of Canaan as the portion you will inherit.”

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The Bible in One Year & Prayer

April 18th: Joshua 16:1-18:28, Luke 19:1-27, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 13:11

New Testament Scripture & Prayer

April 18th: Luke 19:1-27, Psalm 87:1-7, and Proverbs 13:11

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