2 Corinthians 2:15-17 (KJV)
15 For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:
16 To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?
17 For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.
Month: April 2019
Today’s Inspiration (04/22/2019)
Our joy reaches past the grave and into heaven, for we have Jesus on our side. Therefore we go out and declare His great Name.
God’s Word Leads Us To Love Others
With those that are in need of forgiveness, we give it freely as God responds the same way with each of us. How are we to act any differently when we are His disciples?
Today’s Prayer (04/21/2019)
Oh Lord, I pray every person on earth will one day understand what You did for them on the cross. That You paid the price for their sins willingly that they might find mercy and grace. This sacrifice is the greatest of all mankind. You took upon Yourself our sins that we may be forgiven. And because You rose from the dead, we have new life. Every person can have hope in the resurrection and that when they die, they will rise also with You in heaven. There is no greater gift on earth than eternal life with You, Jesus. Everything I’ve ever wanted can only be found in You and Your presence. I know now that what this world offers is temporary and what I need is eternal. So all my treasures are found with You, my Lord. You are my delight and what I strive to be like in life. May my life live out to please You in every way. This I pray that the Holy Spirit will ever be with me and guide my path. Keep my strengthened all my days that I may not fall victim to sin and death. Shield every temptation, that I may always be filled with Your love and avoid the guilt and shame of this world. But with everything Lord, I know that my flesh is weak. I pray that in these difficult times that I fall, that You will come and lift be back up again. You are my Savior and I need Your help in good times and bad. I love You lord. You are my rock and my firm foundation. There is hope in Your promises. Amen.
Luke 24:6,7
Luke 24:6,7 (KJV)
6 He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spake unto you when he was yet in Galilee,
7 Saying, The Son of man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and the third day rise again.
Today’s Inspiration (04/21/2019)
Christ has risen from the dead. He took upon Himself sin, while on the cross, and then rose the third day to give us new life.
Jesus Has Risen From The Dead
Now let us look into the details of one of these great visitations of Jesus after His resurrection. More specifically we will look into when Jesus appeared to the two men on their way to the “village called Emmaus”.
Today’s Inspiration #2 (04/20/2019)
My soul sings to my Lord and my God. I am lifted up by the beauty of Jesus, my King. I am in awe at His mercy and grace.
Today’s Inspiration #1 (04/20/2019)
I sing to You, Lord, sweet songs of praise. Oh how I love and adore You. Be ever near me and never leave my side. I am Yours.
Psalm 51:7,8
Psalm 51:7,8 (KJV)
7 Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
8 Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.
Praise God For His Mercy
Our Lord God is so merciful and kind. His compassion and love has no end. Till the end of time does He search for us and wish that we would return to Him.
1 Peter 2:21-24
1 Peter 2:21-24 (KJV)
21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:
22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:
24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Today’s Inspiration #2 (04/19/2019)
Jesus’s death on the cross is what ushered in the forgiveness of sins to the world. Mercy is for anyone that receives Him as Lord.
Today’s Inspiration #1 (04/19/2019)
On Good Friday we celebrate our Lord Jesus and His sacrifice for all mankind on the cross, in which there is payment for sins.
Today’s Prayer (04/18/2019)
Lord God, I am so grateful to know You and to follow You. Thank You for suffering for my sins on the cross. I can’t even imagine the amount of pain you had to go through for my account alone. Surely You bore by burdens that they may be light in my life. I have forgiveness for my sins because of what You’ve done for me. Where there was only guilt and shame, You have come and replaced those evil feelings with love and mercy. And because of Your resurrection, I have new life. My old life is dead, because You have come and breathed new life into my soul. There is life only found in You, Jesus. Surely, I am so blessed to be led by You, my King. I can’t even imagine my time in this world without You now. I am strengthened by Your presence and have the power to resist temptation, because You are with me. This new life has hope for tomorrow, for You are leading me. Thank You Lord for Your great sacrifice for sins and Your resurrection. This is the reason why I live and have so much joy in my life. My faith is renewed just by knowing what You have done for us. I love You Lord. My hope and trust is in You, God. Amen.
John 20:29
John 20:29 (KJV)
29 Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.
Today’s Inspiration (04/18/2019)
The Gospel Message is that Jesus died for our sins on the cross and was resurrected the third day. This is the message I preach.
The Cross And Resurrection
To think of the cross, we must first understand what first took place there. As Paul said, while he declared the gospel, “Christ died for our sins”.
Today’s Prayer (04/17/2019)
Oh Lord, I pray that our faith will grow each and every day, as we seek You in prayer and Bible study. May Your teachings and counsel for our lives flow deep inside our hearts, that we may walk in Your ways. Help us understand the importance of enduring persecution and temptation. I know how hard it can be when we are afflicted by sin and by wicked people, but I know that we can endure such trials and tribulations with Your hand in our lives. You give me peace in these moments and I am made strong. Surely, You can do the same for anyone that calls upon Your Name. Even when Satan wants me to back down, You give me more boldness to carry on. It is truly Your love that carries me and others in these hard times. If anyone is blessed through my encounters, it is by the Holy Spirit that they are convicted. I love You Lord and I love my neighbor. It is truly a blessing to show Your kindness to the world we live in. May Your light shine through me and others, as we go out and proclaim Your great Name to everyone we meet. I want more people to come unto You, Jesus and be saved. I love You, Lord. Amen.
1 Corinthians 16:15,16
1 Corinthians 16:15,16 (KJV)
15 I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)
16 That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboureth.
Today’s Inspiration (04/17/2019)
As disciples of Christ we endure persecution, stand firm in the faith, fellowship with those in the faith, and are God’s witness.
Four Things Are Found In The Life Of A Disciple
We have learned the importance of enduring persecution and temptation. That our love will extend towards others in the faith and outside the faith through evangelism.
Today’s Inspiration (04/16/2019)
The Lord Jesus is my rock, my fortress and my firm foundation. There is no one like our God who saves.
Jeremiah 10:6,7
Jeremiah 10:6-7 (KJV)
6 Forasmuch as there is none like unto thee, O Lord ; thou art great, and thy name is great in might.
7 Who would not fear thee, O King of nations? for to thee doth it appertain: forasmuch as among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like unto thee.
1 Corinthians 16:13,14
1 Corinthians 16:13,14 (KJV)
13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
14 Let all your things be done with charity.
Today’s Inspiration #2 (04/15/2019)
Let your mind be likened unto Christ. Be strong in your faith through constant prayer and lifting up others in the love of God.
Today’s Inspiration #1 (04/15/2019)
When I am weak, I know that my Lord God will give me the strength I need. He is my healer when I am sick.
Today’s Prayer (04/14/2019)
Oh Lord, I pray that we will learn how to honor and respect You as Lord of our lives. May we ever remember Your great Name as many lives challenges come our way. I know that You are our deliver and can lead us out of harm’s way and into Your love, if we but trust in You. In the good times and the bad, You want to be there for us, if we but seek Your hand in prayer. For this reason, my trust is in You, God. I pray that as I am a husband to my wife, that I may be an example of faith. That my love for You, dear Lord, will overflow in her life and my children’s lives. In this way, will they see my faith in You and also desire to believe themselves. And as I am ready and willing to do Your will in my life, may my wife confide in me and also follow in my footsteps. With You at the head of our marriage, I know that there can only be love and joy. Even my children will see this among us and have more honor and respect towards us. Surely Your ways are perfect, along with Your perfect plan for marriage. I just pray that I may ever continue to seek Your hand and make You the king of my life, as You have done this with Your Father. Then, will my wife confide in me the same way, and my children in us. Your ways are holy and lead us in the ways of righteousness. Help us have remain in Your joy, love and peace in our marriage, every day of our lives. Keep us in Your arms, dear Jesus. I love You. Amen.
1 Corinthians 11:3
1 Corinthians 11:3 (KJV)
3 But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God.
Today’s Inspiration (04/14/2019)
Jesus takes counsel from His Father, as I take counsel from Jesus, as the wife takes counsel from her husband.
The Perfect Order In Marriage
There is a reason why men and women get married and start a family on their own. It is not just because they love each other, but because this is how it was meant to be from the beginning of time.