DRIFTING AWAY!

1 Timothy 6:10 – Devotional

1 Timothy 6:10

“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, which has caused some to stray from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.“

Many years ago my dad and I were fishing on a small lake in Idaho. We had been contentedly trolling along in his boat when we heard a sputter … and then silence. We suddenly found ourselves adrift in the middle of the lake and not a soul in sight. We drifted for more than an hour before we hailed a passing boat whose owner graciously offered to tow us to shore.

I have often heard people mention that the Bible teaches that money is the root of all evil. That is not what it says. It says that the LOVE of money is the root of all kinds of evil. The sins of the eyes, the sins of the flesh, and the pride of life are pretty inclusive. Getting our eyes off the Savior and on the flash and glitter of worldly things is usually gradual, but lethal.

I pray that each of us will make sure that we do not find ourselves drifting away from the things of eternal importance. The things of this world will only satisfy for a season, but the things of God have eternal value. Don’t drift away!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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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

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GOD’S GIFT FOR US TO GIVE!

2 Timothy 1:9 –  Devotional

2 Timothy 1:9

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”

Why am I here? What is the purpose of my existence? Has God given me a reason for being? Do I have an impact on the lives of those around me? Have I seen God at work in the lives of those around me because I was used by the Lord?

These are just a few of the questions we may ask ourselves to determine if and what God’s purpose is for each of us. I have even counseled people who felt that they had no spiritual purpose in life. Others had gifts and talents, but they had nothing to give and so they left the work of the Lord to others.

I once passed a church and saw a man I knew mowing the lawn. When I asked him if the church hired him to mow the lawn, he informed me that they had no idea he was doing it. He just saw a need and performed it. I discovered that there were a number of elderly people that he helped out. It was his purpose for those in need.

It may not be a ministry such as preaching or teaching that is your purpose in serving the Lord. When the Holy Spirit opens your eyes to some need, no matter how insignificant it may seem, go for it! Your purpose might seem unimportant to you, but obeying the Lord is vital to being a faithful servant.

Blessings dear hearts walk with God today and become a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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LABOR IN THE WORD!

1 Timothy 5:17​ –  Devotional

1 Timothy 5:17

“Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and doctrine.”

Today in the United States as well as in some other countries, we celebrate Labor Day. That is rather a misnomer since it is a day away from labor and the last day of summer vacations.

Paul is writing to his son in the faith, Timothy and admonishing him as well as all who read his letter that honor is due the elders who labor in the Word of God. I am here to tell you that it is often hard to dig deep in the Word to find the meaning and purpose God has designed for us to reveal.

I have never found it a hard and meaningless task to search the bible for answers. It is like being on an exciting treasure hunt that has a valuable prize just waiting to be discovered. It often takes time and effort, but the rewards are worth it.

If you are not laboring in the precious word of God, I challenge you to make a start. Devote a set time each day to read and meditate on the word that brings light and salvation to a lost and dying world, then share it with others.

Blessings dear hearts. May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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THE CHIEF OF SINNERS!

1 Timothy 1:15 –  Devotional

1 Timothy 1:15

“This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.”

The Apostle Paul was not ashamed to admit that he was a sinner. In fact he goes so far as to describe himself as the chief of sinners. That may or may not be the truth since only God knows the heart of each person and He alone is the One who is able to deal with our sinful nature and actions.

It is possible to try and convince ourselves that we are not all that bad. All too often we measure our actions by others and may even convince ourselves that since we are not guilty of the sins that others have been guilty of, we are doing okay.

If ever there was a suffering saint of the Lord I would place Paul near the top of the list. He, on the other hand, does not see himself that way. Paul describes himself as the chief of sinners. He knows what is in his heart and knows that he falls short of God’s standard of righteousness.

How would you describe yourself? When there no one is watching, how do you conduct yourself? Just remember, others may not be able to see, but God not only sees our actions but He also knows our thoughts. I pray that we might be quick to confess our transgressions and walk with the Lord at all times.

Blessings dear hearts walk with God today and become a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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