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True Wisdom! James 3

Published on February 13, 2014February 13, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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

James 3:13-18

“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason,
full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.”
James 3:17

According to verse 13b, how do you demonstrate that you are wise?
There are two types of wisdom. List them…
Write down the traits that characterize selfish wisdom.
When your wisdom is jealous and selfish, what is the result?
In contrast, make a list of the traits that characterize wisdom from above.
This wisdom which is sewn in peace yields what type of harvest?
You have a choice each day to depend on your own selfish wisdom, or the wisdom from above. Pray verse 17 for yourself each day and see what God changes in your heart and life. Be aware of the opportunity to rely on God and choose to seek His wisdom. Continue to write about the changes you see in your own life as you choose God’s wisdom.

His wisdom yeilds an harvest of righteousness. Choose to seek God’s wisdom today! I will be praying for you!

Mouth Control! James 3

Published on February 12, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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

James 3:1-12

“And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man,able also to bridle his whole body.”
James 3:2b

In James 3:2 he tells you what the ability to bridle your tongue will allow you…what is it?
The two analogies James gives us show how small parts controls an entire vessel. How is the tongue similar?
James calls our tongue a fire. Where does that fire come from?
What is the consequence of starting a fire with your tongue?
What are the two very different purposes you use your mouth for?
“My brothers, these things ought not to be so.” If we know that from our heart our mouth speaks (Luke 6:45a), what can Psalm 51:7-12 tell us about how God can equip us to live life with a tongue from heaven?
Are there any changes you need to make in your life…does your tongue bless our curse? From your mouth can come praises, encouragement and life, or bitterness, gossip, anger, and harsh criticism. Ask God to create in you a pure heart. Pray Psalm 51:7-12 now and begin your journey to a transformed tongue.

Choose today to bridle your tongue. Ask God to change your heart and mouth. I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Love one another

Published on January 18, 2014January 22, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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

John 15:9-17

“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.”
-Jesus
John 15:12

Do you? Do you love others (even the ones you don’t really like) as Jesus loved you?
Is there someone in your life who God is calling you to love better? Ask God to work in your heart to love this person the way Jesus loves you.

Jesus commanded us – Love one another – do it! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Confess the Name of Jesus

Published on January 16, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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

Philippians 2:9-11

“Therefore God has highly exalted him {Jesus} and bestowed on him the name that is above every name,so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Philippians 2:9-11

Take time today to get down on your knees and confess the name of Jesus as your Lord and Savior. It is a name above every name!

Confess Jesus – it will bring God glory! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Repent

Published on January 15, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

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

Luke 15:1-7

“There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents
than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.”
Luke 15:7

Do you feel lost? Is there a piece of your heart/mind/body that you are not giving to God? Are you involved in a habitual sin (gossip, hatred, coveting, unforgiveness)? Are you avoiding God’s call? Pray about it…What is standing between your heart and a relationship with the Living God?
God sent Jesus to build a bridge between you and God…Jesus is searching for you in your lostness right now. He is reaching out to you…turn away from your sin and turn to Christ, “in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” (Colossians 1:14). Pray and write about how you are going to take action today.
REMEMBER – YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Romans 8:10-11 reminds us that if you know Christ you “the Spirit of Him who raised Christ from the dead is living in you.”
So, how is this a gift to God…seems like He’s doing all the work. But, it brings God joy to see our heartfelt repentance. Re-write Luke 15:7 replacing “one sinner” with your name!

Repent today – all of heaven will rejoice! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Rejoice

Published on January 14, 2014January 15, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Psalm 118:24

“This is the day that the Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
Psalm 118:24

Rejoice in this day! The Lord of all the universe made it. Thank Him for it and set out on this day with a grateful heart.

Rejoice in God’s wonderful creation. Praise His holy name – it is your gift to God! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Be Still

Published on January 11, 2014January 10, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God.”
Psalm 46:10a

Off to a busy start to your day? Did you take time to be still with God?

“Draw near to God and he will draw near to you.”
James 4:8

He wants you to spend time with Him…Be still…
Journal about how He is exalted among the nations and exalted in the earth.

Be still with Him – He loves you and wants to spend time with you – it is your gift to God! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Day 4

Published on January 10, 2014January 9, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Matthew 5:14-16

“Let your light shine before others,
so that they may see your good works
and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
Matthew 5:16

Where does our light come from – See John 8:12?

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world.
Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12

Make yourself available to Him today! He will surely use you. Write a prayer asking Him to show you how to shine His light today.

Let His light shine in you – it is the light of life! It will bring God glory! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Day 3

Published on January 9, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Hebrews 13:16

“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”
Hebrews 13:16

Write a definition or some synonyms of the word neglect.
Do you ever leave good “undone” or get careless about it? Read Galatians 6:1-10 & make a list of some of the ways we can do good.
It is sometimes hard to discern, but God does not leave us alone to figure it out.

” Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,
that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
Romans 12:2

Ask God to renew your mind and transform you so that you can discern what He has planned for you in this day…write down anything that He brings to mind.
One of the ways we can do this is by sharing what we have. Make a list of he qualities, spiritual and material gifts, etc. that you possess which you can share and how you can share them.
It can be the smallest thing a smile a phone call or a note. Set out in this day to be obedient to what God has called you to. It is a gift to Him!

Offer God your gift doing His will and sharing what you have! I will be praying for you!

Your Gift to God – Day 2

Published on January 7, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Hebrews 13:15

“Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.”
Hebrews 13:15

When should you be praising God?
This praise is an outpouring of our gratefulness. How is it described here?
Using this passage, write down from where that gratefulness springs?
Do you often thank God only for your good circumstances. We are to continually offer up a sacrifice of praise. In this day thank God for every circumstance. Ask the Spirit to guide you…

Offer God your gift of praise! I will be praying for you!