UNHOLY GOSSIP​!

Proverbs 18:8 – Devotional

Proverbs 18:8

“The words of a gossip are like tasty treats, and go down into the inner body.“

Three ministers were fishing, but having no luck. To break the monotony one of them suggested that they might feel better if they secretly confessed their greatest sin to be held in strict confidence. The first minister confessed that his secret sin was alcohol consumption. The second confessed that he was a secret gambler. The third remained quiet until the first two pressured him to confess. He finally blurted out, “I am a gossip and I can hardly wait to get back to shore!”

In almost every segment of society there is the problem of gossip…and contrary to the old stereotype it is not just women either. If you doubt it, just listen in at a men’s morning coffee klatch and you will discover the truth that men are gossips.

I wish that gossip was not to be found in our church circles but, sad to say, that is not the case. Gossips in the church sometimes feel they are being protectors of holiness, when in fact they erode the foundation of trust and confidence.

What damage are your words causing? Are you building up the body of Christ by the things you share with others? Are you committed to always give a good report about others? Speak the good openly and pray for the sinful silently. Give no cause for the enemy to use our tongues to do his work.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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DIRECTIONS PLEASE!

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Devotional

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.“

Asking for directions from a stranger can be a frightening experience. In rural areas the people who live in the area are prone to give simple directions such as buildings, trees, brooks, or other such tangible objects.

Then there are the modern day programs that speak through the car radio and inform you what street or highway to take, how far to travel, when you have arrived at your final destination.

For believers in the Lord Jesus as our personal Savior, we are assured of the right directions as long as we keep our spiritual eyes on Him instead of being led astray by the appeals of the world to abandon directions from God’s Word.

If you are not spending quality time in the study of God’s Word, I will sternly warn you that there are many dead ends ahead for you. We all will face bumps in the road, but when we travel with Jesus, He will keep us focused on the right direction!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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GOD’S PLANS ARE BEST!

Proverbs 16:9 – Devotional

Proverbs 16:9

“A man’s heart plans his way, but God directs his steps.“

A few times in my life I have had the challenging experience of helping construct houses. I also have assisted in the construction of church buildings. The one thing that I was always cognizant of in the construction process was the detailed floor plans. If the plans were not followed, chaos and confusion would destroy the construction efforts.

Just as we are mandated to follow specific building plans, so are we called to follow God’s plan for our life. God never calls us to live our life in a haphazard manner. That does not mean that we are to live in rigid and inflexible conformity. Rather it means to follow His plans.

I have counseled a few people who have forgotten who is in control of their life. They have made grandiose plans for their future only to discover that accident or disease had radically changed what that future would look like.

God’s plans for our life are always for our good and His glory. Not all changes to our plans are bad. We need to give our best effort to prepare for what is ahead for us, but at the same time be alert to God’s Superior Planning.

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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FOLLOW THE WORD!

Proverbs 16:20 – Devotional

Proverbs 16:20

“He who follows the word wisely will find good.“

I have known many people who lived as if the world revolved around them. They seemed to be more concerned about their image than things that really mattered. There was a man in our town who proudly drove his out-dated luxury car around like he was a wealthy tycoon. Instead of waving at friends, he would simply nod.

My mother worked at the college dining hall and would often bring home leftover food that had not been served. She discovered that this family was not able to afford food, so she began making it a practice of providing them with some of the food she brought home.

Pride is an ugly thing! It prevents the one who is proud to realize his need of the Lord. When God is in control of our life, He will provide. As a young married couple we often ate beans and rice until the next payday. Someone brought us several pounds of calf’s liver and to us it tasted like the finest steak. Even now liver and onions brings back memories of how God had provided for us.

When we heed the word of God wisely we can rest content that He will make a way that will be a blessing to us and bring glory to His name. All we need to do is heed his word and we will succeed!

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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A MOTHER OF MERIT!

Proverbs 31:30 –  Devotional

Proverbs 31:30

“Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she is to be praised.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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FIND YOUR TREASURE IN THE LORD!

Proverbs 15:6 –  Devotional

Proverbs 15:6

“In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, but the revenue of the wicked is trouble.”

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

– – – Pastor Cecil

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