THEY THAT WAIT UPON THE LORD!

Isaiah 40:31 – Devotional

They That Wait Upon the Lord (Isaiah 40:31) – download mp3

Isaiah 40:31

“Those who wait on the Lord
Shall renew their strength;
They shall mount up with wings like eagles,
They shall run and not be weary,
They shall walk and not faint.“

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This Friday we have a special treat for you. Russ Hansen has combined AI and Isaiah 40:31 to produce a new version of the song entitled, “They That Wait Upon the Lord.” Russ would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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They That Wait Upon the Lord (Isaiah 40:31)

They that wait upon the Lord
shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings as eagles;
they shall run, and not be weary;
and they shall walk, and not faint
Teach me Lord, teach me Lord, to wait

They that wait upon the Lord
shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings as eagles;
they shall run, and not be weary;
and they shall walk, and not faint
Teach me Lord, teach me Lord, to wait

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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CHOOSE JOY​​!

Isaiah 66:10 – Devotional

Isaiah 66:10

“Rejoice with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all you who love her.
Rejoice for joy with her all you who mourn for her.”

I would like to share an important secret with you: JOY IS A CHOICE! But some people seem to think that one is joyful by nature. In other words, we are born with either a ray of sunlight over our head or a thundercloud.

It is also thought that the circumstances of life determine joy or sorrow. As we read the words of today’s Scripture, we quickly notice that it is directed to those who grieve in Zion.

Think of that! For those who are experiencing grief, the Lord promises the oil of joy. Not only that, He provides a garment of praise in place of a spirit of despair. I think that James 1:2 expresses this thought: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.”

What are you experiencing in your life at this moment? It really does not matter what the circumstances are, but it does matter whether you are appropriating the joy of the Lord in order to display His splendor.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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DO NOT FEAR!

Isaiah 41:10 – Devotional

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, help you, and I will hold you up with My righteous right hand.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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ONLY ONE LIFE​!​​

Isaiah 55:6-7 – Devotional

Isaiah 55:6-7

“See the Lord while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts. Let them turn to the Lord, and He will have mercy on them, and to our God, for He will freely pardon.“

Charles Thoms “C.T.” Studd was a missionary to China, India, and Africa in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.
His devotion to serve God in the far flung areas of the world can be summed up by one of his quotes: “Forward ever, Backward never! Some wish to live within the sound of Church or Chapel bell; I wnt to run a Rescue Shop within a yard of hell.”

One of his quotes has frequently been mistaken to be from Scripture, but it is actually from one of his poems.

Only One Life “Twill Soon Be Past

Two little lines I heard one day, traveling along life’s busy way;
Bringing conviction to my heart, And from my mind would not depart;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

Only one life, yes only one, Soon will its fleeting hours be done;
The, in ‘that day’ my Lord to meet, And stand before His Judgement seat;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.

Only one life, the still small voice, gently pleads for a better choice;
bidding me selfish aims to leave, and to God’s holy will to cleave;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.

Only one life, a few brief years, each with its burdens, hopes, and fears;
each with its clays I must fulfill, living for self or in His will;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

When this bright world would tempt me sore, When Satan would a victory score;
When self would seek to have its say, Then help me Lord with joy to say;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

Give me Father, a purpose dep, in joy or sorrow Thy word to keep;
Faithful and true what e’er the strife, Pleasing Thee in my daily life;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

Oh, let my love with fervor burn, and rom the world now let me turn;
Living for Thee, and Thee alone, Bringing Thee pleasure on Thy throne;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

Only one life, yes only one, Now let me say, “Thy will be done”;
and when at last I’ll hear the call, I know I’ll say “twas worth it all”;
Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.

We have a new year stretching out before us. My prayer is that this year I may make this phrase a reality in my life.

Final Thoughts

Many, many years ago when I was stationed with the U.S. Air Force in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dr. John Hall became my spiritual mentor. I am still frequently reminded of this little anecdote he shared with my during that time: While on his rounds one day, as was his usual practice he asked a certain elderly patient how she was doing.
On that particular day the woman looked at him and insightfully answered, “Life is so daily!”

What a great reply. We often forget the truth of that simple observation. We spend so much time grieving over the past or worrying about the future that we neglect what we should be doing today.

C.T. Studd penned a poem that contains a line that many people have become so familiar with thtat they think it comes from the Bible. It is a truth that should direct our path as we walk through this journey of life: “Only one life, ‘twill soon be past, only what’d done for Christ will last.”

I constantly ask myself this question: “What am I doing for Jesus Christ this day that will last for eternity?” After all that He has done for me, I know that I will never be able to do enough.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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IMMANUEL–GOD WITH US!

Isaiah 7:14 – Devotional

Isaiah 7:14

“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.”

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This Friday we have a special treat for you. Russ Hansen has combined AI and Scripture to produce an original song entitled, “Immanuel!” inspired by Scripture from John 1, Matthew 1 & 28, Philippians 2, Romans 8. Russ would appreciate your feedback at inspiration@thegoodbookcompany.com.

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Immanuel (God With Us)

The Word became flesh and dwelt with us
We beheld His glory, full of grace
The only Son from the Father came
God revealed before our eyes

No one has seen the Father’s face
But the Son has made Him known

Immanuel, Immanuel
God with us, God with us
Immanuel, Immanuel
The Word made flesh, God with us

Though He was in very nature God
He humbled Himself, a servant King
Walking with us, bearing our grief
Heaven stepped into our need

Faithful to every promise spoken
Love has come in Jesus’ name

Immanuel, Immanuel
God with us, God with us
Immanuel, Immanuel
The Word made fles h, God with us

By His blood we’re brought near
Reconciled, no longer lost
Born again by His Spirit
Christ in us, our living hope

Immanuel, Immanuel
God with us, now God within
Immanuel, Immanuel
Nothing can separate us

“I am with you always”
To the end of the age
Immanuel

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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FAITH WALKING​​​​​​​!​​

Isaiah 41:10 – Devotional

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, I am with you, and do not be depressed, I am your God.
I will give you strength, help you and hold up with My righteous right hand.“

I know I have used this verse before. Not only that, I will use it again and again! As a matter of fact, it was one of the first verses I ever memorized when I was a small boy in Camas, Washington.

I am always reminded of the story of an older gentleman who called his wife such endearing names that it was very noticeable — “Honey,” “Sweetie,” “Dearie,” “Love,” and such like. A friend remarked about it and complimented the older man on the sweet names he called his wife. The older gentleman replied, “I have to. I haven’t been able to remember her name for ten years.”

Jesus, in His earthly ministry, spoke often of the “Kingdom of Heaven.” In His parables He would typically begin: “The Kingdom of Heaven is like . . .” As we think of God’s wonderful Kingdom, there are two elements: The here and now, and the future glory awaiting us.

We have both a present reality and a brilliant future hope. Our challenge and purpose should always be to walk by faith in God and live according to His Word. That my precious friend is – – FAITH WALKING! Try it!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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