The Bible Digest by G. E. Dean

Authored by our pastor, G.E. "Skip" Dean, The Bible Digest is a series of scriptures with a devotional comment, one for every day. The articles appear in newspapers across the U.S. For information on receiving them by email or for permission to print, call 318-396-1271 or email. They are distributed free of charge.

December 19, 2021 - January 22, 2022

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Sunday, December 19, 2021

“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” (Colossians 3:17 AKJV)

Christians are God’s ambassadors. People are watching.

Monday, December 20, 2021

“But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.” (1 Timothy 6:6-7 AKJV)

Are your priorities in order? Being Godly should be our priority.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

“For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.” (1 Timothy 6:10 AKJV)

Greed brings a lot of heartache. Focus on the things that are truly valuable like love and God.

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

“Ah Lord GOD! behold, you have made the heaven and the earth by your great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for you:” (Jeremiah 32:17 AKJV)

Amen! Take your burden to the Lord.

Thursday, December 23, 2021

“It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23 AKJV)

God is both faithful and merciful. Amen!

Friday, December 24, 2021

“And she shall bring forth a son, and you shall call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:21 AKJV)

Man’s problem is sin. Our solution is Jesus who died for us and arose from the dead to save us from Hell to eternal life in Heaven.

Saturday, December 25, 2021

“For to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:11 AKJV)

Praise the Lord! God’s Son came into the world to save us from our sins.

Sunday, December 26, 2021

“And, You, Lord, in the beginning have laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of your hands:” (Hebrews 1:10 AKJV)

This is God’s world. He created it and He sustains it.

Monday, December 27, 2021

“I will set no wicked thing before my eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not stick to me.” (Psalms 101:3 AKJV)

Turn away from sin and turn toward the Lord. You will be glad you did.

Tuesday, December 28, 2021

“Why, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:” (James 1:19 AKJV)

This would save us a lot of heartache if we heeded the verse above.

Wednesday, December 29, 2021

“But be you doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” (James 1:22 AKJV)

Hearing is not the same as doing. Apply God’s Word daily.

Thursday, December 30, 2021

“A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh.” (Ezekiel 36:26 AKJV)

God can change hard hearts into tender hearts. Will you let Him touch your heart? Pray.

Friday, December 31, 2021

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom is no ficklenss, neither shadow of turning.” (James 1:17 AKJV)

God is good and all goodness comes from Him.

Saturday, January 1, 2022

“I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications.” (Psalms 116:1 AKJV)

Amen! It’s true. God answers prayer.

Sunday, January 2, 2022

“What shall I render to the LORD for all his benefits toward me?” (Psalms 116:12 AKJV)

We ask God for things. Shouldn’t we ask Him what He wants from us?

Monday, January 3, 2022

“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as you have: for he has said, I will never leave you, nor forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5 AKJV)

You can count on God and His promises. He takes care of His own.

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.” (Hebrews 13:8 AKJV)

In changing times there is One who never changes. Jesus loves you.

Wednesday, January 5, 2022

“Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which lives and stays for ever.” (1 Peter 1:23 AKJV)

Have you been born again? Jesus can give you a brand new life. Repent of sin and follow Jesus.

Thursday, January 6, 2022

“Turn away my eyes from beholding vanity; and quicken you me in your way.” (Psalms 119:37 AKJV)

Turn your eyes on Jesus. He is eternal and the things of this world are not.

Friday, January 7, 2022

“And they shall teach my people the difference between the holy and profane, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean.” (Ezekiel 44:23 AKJV)

We need more of this today. We need men of God who will boldly speak the truth of God.

Saturday, January 8, 2022

“Open you my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.” (Psalms 119:18 AKJV)

Here is a good prayer before you read your Bible. God will speak if we will just listen.

Sunday, January 9, 2022

“Remove from me the way of lying: and grant me your law graciously. I have chosen the way of truth: your judgments have I laid before me.” (Psalms 119:29-30 AKJV)

You have a choice. Will it be the lie or the truth? God’s Word is truth.

Monday, January 10, 2022

“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that you may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” (James 5:16 AKJV)

Are you looking for healing in your life? Follow the words above.

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

“But he gives more grace. Why he said, God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” (James 4:6 AKJV)

Pride is a dangerous foe. It makes us an enemy of God. God honors true humility.

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7 AKJV)

Do you want victory over sin in your life? Submit to God.

Thursday, January 13, 2022

“Therefore to him that knows to do good, and does it not, to him it is sin.” (James 4:17 AKJV)

Have you thought about this sin? What does God want you to do? Do it. Don’t delay.

Friday, January 14, 2022

“You believe that there is one God; you do well: the devils also believe, and tremble.” (James 2:19 AKJV)

Being a Christian is more than just knowing facts about Jesus. It is a heart commitment and surrender to Him.

Saturday, January 15, 2022

“Out of the same mouth proceeds blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not so to be.” (James 3:10 AKJV)

What kind of testimony are our words giving to others? People are looking to see if we are for real.

Sunday, January 16, 2022

“It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.” (Psalms 118:8 AKJV)

God is faithful. We can depend on Him.

Monday, January 17, 2022

“And it shall come to pass at the same time when Gog shall come against the land of Israel, said the Lord GOD, that my fury shall come up in my face.” (Ezekiel 38:18 AKJV)

This refers to end times. Read all of Ezekiel 38 and 39 and Revelation to see how it all plays out. God is in control.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

“Why, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:” (James 1:19 AKJV)

This would save all of us a lot of trouble.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

“But be you doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” (James 1:22 AKJV)

Hearing the Word of God is one thing and doing it is something else.

Thursday, January 20, 2022

“Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;” (1 Peter 2:11 AKJV)

Here is a good word for daily living. Be in good health. Walk with God.

Friday, January 21, 2022

“Who his own self bore our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live to righteousness: by whose stripes you were healed.” (1 Peter 2:24 AKJV)

Thank God for the cross where Jesus died for our sins. Thank God for His daily blessings.

Saturday, January 22, 2022

“Likewise, you husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.” (1 Peter 3:7 AKJV)

Husbands and Dads are the key for healthy, happy families. Men, let’s step up for the glory of God and be a blessing in our homes.

November 14 - December 18, 2021

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Sunday, November 14, 2021

“Call to me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you know not.” (Jeremiah 33:3 AKJV)

Pray. God is listening. He can do what we cannot do.

Monday, November 15, 2021

“Rejoice ever more. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 AKJV)

This is the way a Christian should live. Remember this and a great day.

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on you: because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3 AKJV)

Are you looking for peace? Look to God. He can give you the peace the world cannot give.

Wednesday, November 17, 2021

“Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” (Philippians 4:8 AKJV)

Get your mind in the right place. You will have a better day.

Thursday, November 18, 2021

“Go you therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatever I have commanded you: and, see, I am with you always, even to the end of the world. Amen.” (Matthew 28:19-20 AKJV)

Christian, this is our marching orders from our Lord Jesus. Go and make disciples.

Friday, November 19, 2021

“I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.” (Isaiah 42:8 AKJV)

God is God all by Himself. There is none other.

Saturday, November 20, 2021

“For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9 AKJV)

We can’t work our way to Heaven. It is a gift from God paid for by Jesus on the cross.
We must repent of sin and place our lives in the Hand of God. Jesus is the only way to Heaven.

Sunday, November 21, 2021

“The grass wither, the flower fades: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” (Isaiah 40:8 AKJV)

You can depend on God to keep His Word. It is eternal.

Monday, November 22, 2021

“Lift up your eyes on high, and behold who has created these things, that brings out their host by number: he calls them all by names by the greatness of his might, for that he is strong in power; not one fails.” (Isaiah 40:26 AKJV)

God is mighty. He created the universe and He controls and sustains it. You can trust Him.

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

“But they that wait on 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.” (Isaiah 40:31 AKJV)

Are you running out of steam? Look to the Lord. He can give you the strength you need.

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

“Fear you not; for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.” (Isaiah 41:10 AKJV)

Put your life in God’s Hands. He will take away the fear and give you hope and courage.

Thursday, November 25, 2021

“In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;” (Ephesians 1:7 AKJV)

Jesus shed His life’s blood so that we could be forgiven our sins. He died for us. He paid the penalty for our sins. Thank you Jesus.

Friday, November 26, 2021

“If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:” (Psalms 66:18 AKJV)

Unconfessed sin can hinder our prayers. Get right with God. Now pray.

Saturday, November 27, 2021

“Listen to me, you that follow after righteousness, you that seek the LORD: look to the rock from where you are hewn, and to the hole of the pit from where you are dig.” (Isaiah 51:1 AKJV)

Look back to the faithfulness of God and this will help you face the future.

Sunday, November 28, 2021

“Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look on the earth beneath: for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment, and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner: but my salvation shall be for ever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished.” (Isaiah 51:6 AKJV)

God is eternal. Put your faith in Him and experience eternal life in Heaven.

Monday, November 29, 2021

“I, even I, am he that comforts you: who are you, that you should be afraid of a man that shall die, and of the son of man which shall be made as grass;” (Isaiah 51:12 AKJV)

Let the Lord put His arms around you and experience His comfort.

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was on him; and with his stripes we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5 AKJV)

This is how much the Lord loves you.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

“And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us, and has given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling smell.” (Ephesians 5:2 AKJV)

There is enough anger and bitterness in this world. Let’s allow the love of the Lord to flow through us.

Thursday, December 2, 2021

“And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things to God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ;” (Ephesians 5:18-20 AKJV)

This is truly the good life.

Friday, December 3, 2021

“Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33 AKJV)

Here is the key to a successful marriage.

Saturday, December 4, 2021

“For thus said the high and lofty One that inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.” (Isaiah 57:15 AKJV)

God is great but He dwells with those who have a humble and repentant heart.

Sunday, December 5, 2021

“There is no peace, said my God, to the wicked.” (Isaiah 57:21 AKJV)

Sin will give no peace. Think it over.

Monday, December 6, 2021

“And judgment is turned away backward, and justice stands afar off: for truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter.” (Isaiah 59:14 AKJV)

This is what happens when God is left out of our lives.

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

“Being confident of this very thing, that he which has begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:” (Philippians 1:6 AKJV)

Don’t give up. God is still working in all of us who have a heart for Him.

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

“Violence shall no more be heard in your land, wasting nor destruction within your borders; but you shall call your walls Salvation, and your gates Praise.” (Isaiah 60:18 AKJV)

We need God’s salvation and peace in our troubled world today. Help us Lord.

Thursday, December 9, 2021

“Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.” (Philippians 2:4 AKJV)

Selflessness is much better than selfishness.

Friday, December 10, 2021

“Why God also has highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” (Philippians 2:9-11 AKJV)

Jesus is Lord! One day all will know this to be true.

Saturday, December 11, 2021

“If you say, Behold, we knew it not; does not he that ponders the heart consider it? and he that keeps your soul, does not he know it? and shall not he render to every man according to his works?” (Proverbs 24:12 AKJV)

God knows our hearts. What is He seeing?

Sunday, December 12, 2021

“Thus said the LORD, Stand you in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and you shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein.” (Jeremiah 6:16 AKJV)

We need to go back to God and His ways. We need that old time religion.

Monday, December 13, 2021

“For my people is foolish, they have not known me; they are silly children, and they have none understanding: they are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge.” (Jeremiah 4:22 AKJV)

The above observation is a commentary of much of our society today. Lord, help us.

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

“As you have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk you in him:” (Colossians 2:6 AKJV)

People should be able to tell that we belong to Jesus by our actions. Let’s walk the talk.

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

“I will meditate also of all your work, and talk of your doings. Your way, O God, is in the sanctuary: who is so great a God as our God?” (Psalms 77:12-13 AKJV)

Let’s think about God and talk about Him. Everyone needs to know the Lord.

Thursday, December 16, 2021

“Return, you backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings. Behold, we come to you; for you are the LORD our God.” (Jeremiah 3:22 AKJV)

Do you need to return to the Lord and His ways? There is no better time than now. Pray.

Friday, December 17, 2021

“Thus said the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: But let him that glories glory in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD which exercise loving kindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, said the LORD.” (Jeremiah 9:23-24 AKJV)

We would do good to heed the verses above. Let’s delight in the Lord and serve Him.

Saturday, December 18, 2021

“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For you are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” (Colossians 3:2-3 AKJV)

The things that last are eternal. Let’s keep the Lord and His ways our focus.

October 10 - November 13, 2021

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Sunday, October 10, 2021

“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1 AKJV)

God started this world and He is going to end it. Are you ready?

Monday, October 11, 2021

“The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.” (Psalms 24:1 AKJV)

The world does not revolve us. This world belongs to God and so do we.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows his handiwork.” (Psalms 19:1 AKJV)

Look up. All of the Heavens are declaring that God is.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10 AKJV)

The reason the world has lost its way is because we have left God out of the picture.

Thursday, October 14, 2021

“He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? he that formed the eye, shall he not see?” (Psalms 94:9 AKJV)

God knows what is happening. We can’t deceive God.

Friday, October 15, 2021

“And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth. So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.” (Genesis 1:26-27 AKJV)

You are no accident or just some kind of animal. You are made in the image of God. Amen!

Saturday, October 16, 2021

“This is the day which the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalms 118:24 AKJV)

Today is a gift from God. Use it to the fullest.

Sunday, October 17, 2021

“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” (Romans 3:23 AKJV)

Sin is the problem of the human race. Only God can help us.

Monday, October 18, 2021

“There is a way that seems right to a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” (Proverbs 16:25 AKJV)

We can be sincerely wrong. We all need God’s help.

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

“The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?” (Jeremiah 17:9 AKJV)

Self-deception is the most dangerous deception. We are all sinners at heart.

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

“For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.” (Romans 8:6 AKJV)

The choice is ours to make. Choose life and peace. Choose Jesus.

Thursday, October 21, 2021

“He that covers his sins shall not prosper: but whoever confesses and forsakes them shall have mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13 AKJV)

Confess sin. Forsake sin. Throw yourself on God’s mercy. You will be glad you did.

Friday, October 22, 2021

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23 AKJV)

Come to Jesus. He can solve your sin problem. Pray right now. He is listening.

Saturday, October 23, 2021

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16 AKJV)

God does love you too. Jesus, God’s Son, died for your sins so that you could have eternal life in Heaven. Love Him back.

Sunday, October 24, 2021

“But God commends his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8 AKJV)

Jesus died for us not because we are so wonderful but because we are so needy. Thank you Jesus.

Monday, October 25, 2021

“For he has made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.” (2 Corinthians 5:21 AKJV)

Jesus took our sin upon Himself so that He could give us His righteousness. Thank you Jesus.

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

“Jesus said to him, You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like to it, You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” (Matthew 22:37-39 AKJV)

What does God want the most from us? He wants our love.

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

“Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6 AKJV)

There is only one way to Heaven and that is through faith in Jesus. Have you given your life to Jesus?

Thursday, October 28, 2021

“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17 AKJV)

Are you looking for a new and better life and purpose? Jesus can give it to you. Trust and follow Him.

Friday, October 29, 2021

“I beseech you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” (Romans 12:1-2 AKJV)

Read your Bible. Renew your mind and live for Jesus. He died for you.

Saturday, October 30, 2021

“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” (Philippians 1:21 AKJV)

This is the real Christian life. Are you a real Christian?

Sunday, October 31, 2021

“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” (Romans 8:14 AKJV)

God will lead His people by the Holy Spirit. Follow Him.

Monday, November 1, 2021

“And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;” (Ephesians 5:18 AKJV)

Let God fill your life with Himself. He knows what is best for us.

Tuesday, November 2, 2021

“Because it is written, Be you holy; for I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16 AKJV)

God is holy and so should His people be holy.

Wednesday, November 3, 2021

“But seek you first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33 AKJV)

Let God be your priority and He will take care of the rest of your needs.

Thursday, November 4, 2021

“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28 AKJV)

The Lord will orchestrate all the events of our lives for our good and His glory.

Friday, November 5, 2021

“Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:31 AKJV)

Live life with this purpose. We were created by God for God.

Saturday, November 6, 2021

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not to your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6 AKJV)

This is wonderful promise from the Creator of the universe. Trust Him.

Sunday, November 7, 2021

“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that gives to all men liberally, and upbraides not; and it shall be given him.” (James 1:5 AKJV)

We all fall into this category. Ask God for wisdom. Read the Bible. Apply the Bible.

Monday, November 8, 2021

“So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Romans 10:17 AKJV)

Do you want to increase your faith? Read your Bible.

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

“I was glad when they said to me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.” (Psalms 122:1 AKJV)

This should be the attitude of every follower of Jesus. Be in church this Sunday.

Wednesday, November 10, 2021

“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as you see the day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:25 AKJV)

We are told not to neglect church attendance. Be faithful to your local church.

Thursday, November 11, 2021

“I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13 AKJV)

The Lord will give us what we need when need it. Have faith in God.

Friday, November 12, 2021

“There has no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that you are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that you may be able to bear it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13 AKJV)

You can have victory over temptation. Look to the Lord and He will provide a way to escape.

Saturday, November 13, 2021

“Your word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” (Psalms 119:11 AKJV)

Memorize scriptures. There is power in the Word of God.

September 5 - October 9, 2021

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Sunday, September 5, 2021

“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaks lies shall not escape.” (Proverbs 19:5 AKJV)

God is watching and He is listening. Is He pleased with us?

Monday, September 6, 2021

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God to salvation to every one that believes; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.” (Romans 1:16 AKJV)

Jesus saves us from Hell and He is the only One who can. Have you been saved?

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

“Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” (Psalms 139:23-24 AKJV)

Have you asked the Lord to search your heart lately?

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;” (Romans 1:18 AKJV)

There is such a thing as the wrath of God and we should be aware of it. He isn’t happy with those who suppress the truth. He is truth.

Thursday, September 9, 2021

“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety.” (Psalms 4:8 AKJV)

You can sleep good when you know you are in God’s Hands.

Friday, September 10, 2021

“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaks lies shall not escape.” (Proverbs 19:5 AKJV)

Lying has dire consequences.

Saturday, September 11, 2021

“Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,” (Romans 1:21-22 AKJV)

When you leave God out of your life, life gets hard. Read the verses above for the proof.

Sunday, September 12, 2021

“The fool has said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that does good.” (Psalms 14:1 AKJV)

Don’t be foolish. God is and we are all accountable to Him.

Monday, September 13, 2021

“For this cause God gave them up to vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompense of their error which was meet.” (Romans 1:26-27 AKJV)

God has spoken.

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

“The LORD looked down from heaven on the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that does good, no, not one.” (Psalms 14:2-3 AKJV)

Our basic nature is sinful and therefore we are not naturally looking for God. That does not change the fact that we all desperately need Him.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

“As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:” (Romans 3:10 AKJV)

We are all sinners in need of Jesus. Have you given your life to Him?

Thursday, September 16, 2021

“He that has pity on the poor lends to the LORD; and that which he has given will he pay him again.” (Proverbs 19:17 AKJV)

We can’t out give the Lord. Let’s be givers to others in need and be blessed of the Lord in the process.

Friday, September 17, 2021

“Now we know that what things soever the law said, it said to them who are under the law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God.” (Romans 3:19 AKJV)

The laws of God do not make us right with God but show us how we need the grace of God because we all have sinned against His law.

Saturday, September 18, 2021

“The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.” (Psalms 9:17 AKJV)

Hell is a real place and sin has consequences.

Sunday, September 19, 2021

“Help, LORD; for the godly man ceases; for the faithful fail from among the children of men.” (Psalms 12:1 AKJV)

Thank God for faithful men. The world loses when they are not present.

Monday, September 20, 2021

“Yours, O LORD is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty: for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is yours; your is the kingdom, O LORD, and you are exalted as head above all.” (1 Chronicles 29:11 AKJV)

God is great. He is still on the throne.

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

“But God commends his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8 AKJV)

God loves us even though we have sinned against Him. Shouldn’t we love Him back? Jesus died for you also.

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

“Chasten your son while there is hope, and let not your soul spare for his crying.” (Proverbs 19:18 AKJV)

Every child needs loving discipline.

Thursday, September 23, 2021

“Likewise reckon you also yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:11 AKJV)

As Christians we don’t have to sin. The Lord can give us power over temptation.

Friday, September 24, 2021

“I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.” (Psalms 16:8 AKJV)

It is always good to have the Lord in our sights. We need Him every day.

Saturday, September 25, 2021

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23 AKJV)

Sin destroys. Jesus saves us from sin’s penalty by giving us eternal life. Accept His gift.

Sunday, September 26, 2021

“If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:13-14 AKJV)

This is the only hope for a world in chaos.

Monday, September 27, 2021

“For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.” (Romans 8:6 AKJV)

Which one do you want? The choice is yours to make.

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

“You will show me the path of life: in your presence is fullness of joy; at your right hand there are pleasures for ever more.” (Psalms 16:11 AKJV)

Amen! Join me in rejoicing in the Lord.

Wednesday, September 29, 2021

“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39 AKJV)

God loves us for the long haul. We can count on Him.

Thursday, September 30, 2021

“Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whoever is deceived thereby is not wise.” (Proverbs 20:1 AKJV)

Don’t be deceived. God has warned us.

Friday, October 1, 2021

“But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwells in you.” (Romans 8:11 AKJV)

Thank God for the resurrection to eternal life. Are you saved? If so, Jesus is preparing a place for you in Heaven.

Saturday, October 2, 2021

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows his handiwork.” (Psalms 19:1 AKJV)

Look around you. Look up. All of creation is bearing witness that God is and that God is great.

Sunday, October 3, 2021

“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” (Romans 8:14 AKJV)

One of the ways that we can know that we are child of God is that we sense His leading.

Monday, October 4, 2021

“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.” (Psalms 19:14 AKJV)

Are our words and thoughts pleasing to God? Think it over.

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28 AKJV)

Love God and watch Him take care of you. He will help us through every situation in life.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

“And he said, Listen you, all Judah, and you inhabitants of Jerusalem, and you king Jehoshaphat, Thus said the LORD to you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” (2 Chronicles 20:15 AKJV)

Put your battles in God’s Hands. He can give you the victory.

Thursday, October 7, 2021

“For whether we live, we live to the Lord; and whether we die, we die to the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.” (Romans 14:8 AKJV)

This is the Christian life. Are you a Christian?

Friday, October 8, 2021

“The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the LORD has made even both of them.” (Proverbs 20:12 AKJV)

God hears and He sees. Is He pleased with us?

Saturday, October 9, 2021

“So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.” (Romans 14:12 AKJV)

We are God’s creation and therefore we are accountable to Him. Are you ready to meet the Lord?

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