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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

James 1:16-18

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  • The beginning of this passage starts with a warning – what is it?
  • I think in our culture we sometimes believe that we somehow create the good in our lives. How does James correct that thinking?
  • God is Creator God & we can be certain that He is unchanging (v. 17c). He doesn’t shift like shadows or sway in the current of cultural change. Read Romans 8:28. Even when events, circumstances & life in general does not seem “good” we can be certain of what truth?!!!!
  • God is good! He has a perfect plan! What did He choose to do for you and me (v. 18)?
  • We have been changed by His word of truth – the Gospel of Jesus  Christ! And have now taken what place in creation?
  • We are a kind of first-fruits. Look up what first fruits are (http://www.biblestudytools.com/dictionary/first-fruits/). Write down your thoughts.
  • Take time now to praise Him for His perfect, life changing, awesome Gift of His Son – Jesus Christ!

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Praising God for His goodness & for His good and perfect gifts (and even those that don’t seem so perfect) He can use all things!   Praying for you!

My Choice

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

Psalm 16

“The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup;
you hold my lot.”
Psalm16:5 ESV

“The Lord is the portion of my inheritance, my cup [He is all I need];
You support my lot.”
Psalm 16:5 AMP

“Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing.
    You guard all that is mine.”
Psalm 16:5 NLT

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The end of Psalm 16 is quoted by both Peter (Acts 2) and Paul (Acts 13) pointing us to the identity of Jesus – that “‘You will not let your Holy One see corruption.” (Acts 13:35) This points to the truth that Jesus would indeed be resurrected and reign forever. Praise God! Still, the entire Psalm reveals to us where our hearts should be and encourages us to look forward to eternal life with our Lord in heaven! What joy!

  • Looking to verse 1 what is the Psalmist’s (probably David) first request?
  • His refuge is the Lord – Ask the Lord to be your refuge! And trust God for His protection whatever may be swirling in your life.
  • In verse 5 the Psalmist makes a choice. He doesn’t choose to rely on the things of this world to fulfill him. Instead what choice does he make?
  • God is all you need! No matter all of the “if only’s” you have in your life. Write down some of them. Then cross them off and write – God is all I need!
  • Write down verse 8! Memorize it! Live like it! What difference does it make if the Lord is what you choose to pursue?
  • What is the result when we make this choice (see verses 9-11)?
  • What is your choice?!

Though our bodies will see decay (if we die before Jesus returns)- when we trust in Jesus and put our lives in the hands of the Lord we too can look forward to eternity in heaven with our Almighty God! Alleluia!

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Praying that you will set the Lord always before you! You will not be shaken!   Praying for you!

No Good

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

Psalm 16

“I say to the Lord, ‘You are my Lord;
    I have no good apart from you.’“
Psalm 16:2

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We are going to dig into the entire Psalm tomorrow.
But, today we are just going to meditate on verse 2 of Psalm 16.

Take time not to lift this up to our Almighty!

“I say to the Lord, ‘You are my Lord;
    I have no good apart from you.’“

  • The word good can be an adjective, a  noun and an adverb. It both describes a thing, an action and it stands alone – as good.
    • adj. : something desired or approved
    • n: that which is morally right
    • adv.: completely
  • Despite what the world my tell you, good is God alone! What does it mean to you that there is no good thing or action apart from God?
  • He is amazingly good! All good! All of the time! Sometimes it is hard to see, but trust and cling to His goodness! You are so loved! Pray and ask Him to reveal this to you in this day!

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This is one of my favorite songs right now! Good Good Father by Chris Tomlin.

It gives us a clear picture of who He is and who we are to Him! Alleluia!

Praying that the goodness of God will fill you and transform you today!   Praying for you!

True Wisdom

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage

Matthew 7:24-25

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“ “Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.  And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock.“
Matthew 7:24-25

  • Where is your house built?
  • Choose the rock that will not fail and do not depend on this world or yourself to form the foundation. The rains will come and the winds will blow…

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May the wisdom and strength of the Lord be yours today!   I will be praying for you!

So That…

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

John 17: 20-26

“My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message…”
John 17:20

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  • Who is Jesus praying for in this passage?
  • You! If you know Jesus as your savior then He is praying for you! It really is too much to even fathom. From v. 21 what does he ask God to provide?
  • Jesus desires that we would be unified just as the Father and the Son are one. What is the result of that connection? Finish the SO THAT statement.
  • When this occurs what is accomplished (v. 23)?
  • Ultimately the world does not know God. But, Jesus has made Him known for what purpose?
  • Jesus desires that the love of God would be in us and that He would be in us (John 15:1-11). This is a love so great and deep that it can transform us and the world. Respond to this amazing love.
  • What insights does this shine into your life and how will you respond and apply it? Write down your thoughts and ask the Lord to lead you on this journey into deeper love with Him

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There is no love greater than the love of God for us. Ask the Spirit to draw you deeper into relationship with Him that you would understand how wide, long, high & deep is the Love of Christ!  Praying for you!

Our Hope…His Love

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

Psalm 33

“We wait in hope for the Lord;
    he is our help and our shield.
In him our hearts rejoice,
    for we trust in his holy name.
 May your unfailing love be with us, Lord,
    even as we put our hope in you.“
Psalm 33:20-22

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  • This is a beautiful Psalm that clearly reveals who God is, His power on this earth, and in the hearts of man. Read over the Psalm and write down all the aspects of our world where God proclaims His authority.
  • How is God’s love described?
  • His love is unfailing as we wait in hope, trusting in Him… what should the condition of our heart be (v. 1-3 & v. 21)?
  • The Bible continually refers to God’s love as steadfast or unfailing (Genesis 39:21, Exodus 15:13,  Psalm 36:7, Jeremiah 9:23-24, 1 Corinthians 13:8) . What does it mean to you to trust in a God whose love never fails?

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He is our only Hope… Praying that the Lord will renew your strength, cover you with His peace, provide His shield, and fill you with His love as you put your hope in Him! Praying for you!

Glory to you Lord

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

1 Chronicles 16

“Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name;
    bring an offering and come before him!
Worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness“
1 Chronicles 16:29

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  • Using the passage write the actions words that describe how we are called to honor God.
  • Seek – Praise – Tell… Pray about how the Lord is calling you to do this today! Record some things you can do today to bring Him honor and glory!

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May this worship of our mighty God bring nourishment to your soul. May you feel His presence and guidance as you bring Him glory! Praying for you!

LOVE IS

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Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

God is love

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  • What is God?! Write it down.
  • Now pray that all people will see the love of God that He has poured out for us in Jesus Christ (Romans 5:8).
  • Pray for our nation, and for all the lost and hurting people.
  • Now… be the love of God to someone today!

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Praying that we would shine the light of Christ to this hurting nation today! Praying for you!