Psalms 97:2-12 Devotional On THE LORD REIGNETH

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Daily Scripture Reading: Psalms 97:2-12 KJV Psalms 97:2-12 KJV(2)  Clouds and darkness are round about him: righteousness and judgment are the habitation of his throne.(3)  A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about.(4)  His lightnings enlightened the world: the earth saw, and trembled.(5)  The hills melted like wax at the presence of the LORD, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.(6)  The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory.(7)  Confounded be all they that serve graven images, that boast themselves of idols: worship him, all ye gods.(8)  Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O LORD.(9)  For thou, LORD, art high … Read Bible Verses

Jerimiah 29:11 Devotional On A COMFORTING LIST

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Daily Scripture Reading: Jerimiah 29:11 KJV Jerimiah 29:11 KJV(11)  For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Today’s Devotional Is A COMFORTING LIST We have much to learn from this letter’s excellent advice. They were unable to settle down in the country they had been exiled to. They worried and planned constantly, talking about the past and making plans to return to their land and the inheritance they had lost. This letter was sent to them and to others in similar circumstances. Are you being held captive? Your circumstances determine the restrictions and fetters you are subject to. You are more helpless … Read Bible Verses

John 1:14 Devotional On CHRIST’S GLORY

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Daily Scripture Reading: John 1:14 KJV John 1:14 KJV(14)  And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. Today’s Devotional Is CHRIST’S GLORY The glory of Christ is evident when we examine the titles given to Him by St. John in the Gospel’s first chapter. The Word (Joh_1-1). Jesus is the speech and character of the invisible God, just as words reveal our character. He has spoken or declared God (Joh_14.9). According to the Psalmist, the heavens proclaim the glory of God and the firmament shows His handiwork to all the earth. However, in the most beautiful panorama of … Read Bible Verses

1 Peter 3:8 Devotional On CHRISTIAN COURTESY

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Daily Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 3:8 KJV 1 Peter 3:8 KJV(8)  Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: Today’s Devotional Is CHRISTIAN COURTESY It would be amazing to see a community that is fully embodied in the principles of this and the next verses. This is the Christian ideal. It would be a great thing if every person would accept these precepts without waiting for others. This would be our most valuable contribution to convincing the world and the coming of Jesus Christ the King. Is it not clear from the Apostle’s use “finally” that all Christian doctrine is meant to lead up and inaugurate the life of … Read Bible Verses

Isaiah 25:9 Devotional On GLADNESS AND THANKSGIVING

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Daily Scripture Reading: Isaiah 25:9 KJV Isaiah 25:9 KJV(9)  And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this is the LORD; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Today’s Devotional Is GLADNESS AND THANKSGIVING This song of praise was written by Isaiah for the time that Babylon, the proud city that had so long threatened the liberty of the Hebrew people, would be toppled. The prophet is so sure that the oppression and evil of this world will eventually lead to desolation, that he has prepared the song that was to be sung in joyous thanksgiving. The interposition … Read Bible Verses

Hosea 6:2 Devotional On THE PROMISE OF RESURRECTION

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Daily Scripture Reading: Hosea 6:2 KJV Hosea 6:1 KJV(1)  Come, and let us return unto the LORD: for he hath torn, and he will heal us; he hath smitten, and he will bind us up. Today’s Devotional Is THE PROMISE OF RESURRECTION DEATH is the precursor to life. We cannot reach Easter unless our souls descend into the grave. Blessed are those who descend therein in hope. Their soul will not be left in the Land of Shadow, and God will not allow His holy ones to see corruption. They will live because God will raise them up. Our Lord Jesus Christ rose from the grave on the third day, and this is the foundation of hope for the world. … Read Bible Verses

Psalms 147:1 Devotional On PRAISING LORD

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Daily Scripture Reading: Psalms 147:1 KJV Psalms 147:1 KJV(1)  Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Today’s Devotional Is PRAISING LORD It is a fitting thing to combine praise and prayer. There’s a difference between thanksgiving and praise. We praise God for His goodness and we thank Him for all He has done for our lives. We are closest to Heaven’s worship, where Angels and Redeemed can make the most of their faculties by praising God and claiming honour, glory, and praise. Reciting the Te Deum before asking God for any gift is something I find most helpful in my private devotions. It helps to … Read Bible Verses

Psalms 61:5 Devotional On FIDELITY TO OUR PLEDGERS

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Daily Scripture Reading: Psalms 61:5 KJV Psalms 61:5 KJV(5)  For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. Today’s Devotional Is FIDELITY TO OUR PLEDGERS The sorrows of death had brought down THE PSALMIST. But God graciously intervened and delivered him. He now walks before Him in the Land of the Living. The cup of salvation seemed to have been placed in his hand and it was filled with blessings. He said that God had released him from his chains, as though he was a wild creature in the woods who had been trapped, but is now free to live his former happy life. In such situations, it is … Read Bible Verses

Luke 15:28-31 Devotional On THE ELDER BROTHER

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Daily Scripture Reading: Luke 15:28-31 KJV Luke 15:28-31 KJV(28)  And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and intreated him.(29)  And he answering said to his father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I at any time thy commandment: and yet thou never gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my friends:(30)  But as soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calf.(31)  And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. Today’s Devotional Is THE ELDER BROTHER Of the two, I believe that Esau … Read Bible Verses

Genesis 32:28 Devotional On A NEW NAME!

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Daily Scripture Reading: Genesis 32:28 KJV Genesis 32:28 KJV(28)  And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed. Today’s Devotional Is A NEW NAME! THROUGH THE BIBLE, the name of nature is represented. Names were given in those old wise days not because of their distinctive sound but rather to reflect a characteristic trait. According to legend, shepherds name their sheep based on their faults. Old Testament names may have also been given based on this principle. Jacob was the same. The Angel asked Jacob, “What’s thy name?” He answered “Jacob,” supplanter. Confession of our old nature is the first step … Read Bible Verses