FAITH DEFINED!

Hebrews 11:1 – Devotional

Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.“

Many times across the years I have asked individuals as well as groups to give their definition of faith. In many instances they have recited Hebrews 11:1. That is well and good, but when I pressed them to explain what that means to them on a personal level I was generally met with a blank stare.

The vital element of faith as given in this verse is evidence. Having spent many years in the field of criminal justice I quickly discovered that evidence is essential in order to substantiate the claims for or against the charges. In Hebrews 11:1 we find evidence that is yet to be seen or experienced. How can that be?

I liken that to making a trip to buy an ice cream cone. On the way we begin to think about our favorite flavor. Our salivary glands begin to kick into operation and we start to enjoy the ice cream before we ever arrive at the store.

In like manner we can spiritualize this same concept. Faith is stepping out and trusting God’s promises before they ever come to pass. He says it — we believe it, and that is faith in action!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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ALWAYS THE SAME!​

Hebrews 13:8 – Devotional

Hebrews 13:8

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.”

My parents once owned a café in Camas, Washington, called Kelly’s. I have many fond memories of spending time in and around that place. Sometimes I would help the dish washer, but in reality I was more hindrance than help.

I had told my wife Joyce about it enough times that she was no doubt tired of hearing my stories. After many years we were able to travel to Camas and I could take a stroll down memory lane with my wife. I was able to find my family’s old house and the old church where I had given my heart to the Lord, but my heart saddened when we saw the building where Kelly’s had once been. It was now an insurance agency. Rats!

We often encounter instances where we try to find some favored spot only to discover the use had changed and it was entirely different from the way we remembered it. It is disappointing to have the buildings of our past change, but it is heart breaking to discover that some people have changed for the worse.

In today’s Scripture we have the confident assurance that Jesus is always the same and that He is the rock upon which we are to build our life. In this chaotic world stand firm knowing that Jesus is ALWAYS THE SAME!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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THE REASON FOR JOY!

Hebrews 12:2 –  Devotional

Hebrews 12:2

“Looking to Jesus, the designer and creator of our faith, who for the joy that was displayed before Him, endured the cross and the shame that goes along with crucifixion, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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GOD’S GLORY!

Hebrews 1:3 – Devotional

Hebrews 1:3

“The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His being, sustaining all things by His powerful Word.”

As often as possible I love to watch the passage of the International Space Station through the night sky. It takes me back to the time I first observed the passage of Sputnik long ago in 1957. It is a thrill to observe these satellites pass so silently across the dark skies above our heads.

The believer’s light source is not in his or her own actions, but in what the Lord shines into their life. Just as Jesus was “the radiance of God’s glory,” so we are called to shine forth with the illumination of His presence in our life.

As we sail silently through the dark skies of this old sin-sick world, I pray that each of us will turn our eyes upon Him. As we do, people should see His brilliance reflected in us. As Jesus is the exact representation of the Father, so must Jesus be the source of our light.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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TELL ME THE STORY OF JESUS!

Hebrews 4:7 – Devotional

Hebrews 4:7

“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts.”

What do you believe about Jesus? Are you trusting in Him for your salvation? Is He your Lord and Savior?

Here are lyrics to Tell Me the Story of Jesus (lyrics by Fanny Crosby):

Tell me the story of Jesus,
Write on my heart every word;
Tell me the story most precious,
Sweetest that ever was heard.
Tell how the angels in chorus,
Sang as they welcomed His birth,
“Glory to God in the highest!
Peace and good tidings to earth.”

Refrain:
Tell me the story of Jesus,
Write on my heart every word;
Tell me the story most precious,
Sweetest that ever was heard.

Fasting alone in the desert,
Tell of the days that are past,
How for our sins He was tempted,
Yet was triumphant at last.
Tell of the years of His labor,
Tell of the sorrow He bore;
He was despised and afflicted,
Homeless, rejected and poor.

Tell of the cross where they nailed Him,
Writhing in anguish and pain;
Tell of the grave where they laid Him,
Tell how He liveth again.
Love in that story so tender,
Clearer than ever I see;
Stay, let me weep while you whisper,
“Love paid the ransom for me.”

Tell how He’s gone back to heaven,
Up to the right hand of God:
How He is there interceding
While on this earth we must trod.
Tell of the sweet Holy Spirit
He has poured out from above;
Tell how He’s coming in glory
For all the saints of His love.

To enjoy this week’s inspirational video: Tell Me the Story of Jesus, by going to: https://gloryscapes.com/tellmethestoryofjesus/

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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INVISIBLE EVIDENCE!

Hebrews 11:1 – Devotional

Hebrews 11:1

“Faith is the physical proof of things that are eagerly anticipated and the undeniable evidence of things that that are invisible.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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