This Will Be My Final Thread On This Site.... #8
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Apr 15, 2023 19:22:56 #
Apr 16, 2023 13:15:18 #
bdamage wrote:
Truth!!!
The most unsuccessful lock down in history!
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Right on.
Apr 19, 2023 08:56:16 #
Verse of the Day
for Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.
-- Amos 5:24
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
While many attribute this quote to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it was originally uttered by Amos, God's spokesman, over 2600 years earlier than Dr. King quoted it. God wanted his people to know that their religious pilgrimages, sacrificial offerings, and songs meant nothing to him if a life of compassion, character, and concern did not back them up. Northern Israel did not believe Amos and did not repent. Not too many years later, they were utterly destroyed because God found their hypocrisy, injustice, and abuse of the weak reprehensible. But we live now, and these words are as powerful and clear as they were then!
Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!
What will our response be?
My Prayer...
Almighty God, many of your children are ashamed today of the unrighteousness in our world and our nations. Please use us to lead a rebirth of character. And Father, as we seek to live holy lives, please keep our eyes on your righteous character, gracious compassion, and faithful love-based justice. Lord, help us demonstrate these same character qualities with those who need to know your love and receive your salvation. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.
-- Amos 5:24
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
While many attribute this quote to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it was originally uttered by Amos, God's spokesman, over 2600 years earlier than Dr. King quoted it. God wanted his people to know that their religious pilgrimages, sacrificial offerings, and songs meant nothing to him if a life of compassion, character, and concern did not back them up. Northern Israel did not believe Amos and did not repent. Not too many years later, they were utterly destroyed because God found their hypocrisy, injustice, and abuse of the weak reprehensible. But we live now, and these words are as powerful and clear as they were then!
Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!
What will our response be?
My Prayer...
Almighty God, many of your children are ashamed today of the unrighteousness in our world and our nations. Please use us to lead a rebirth of character. And Father, as we seek to live holy lives, please keep our eyes on your righteous character, gracious compassion, and faithful love-based justice. Lord, help us demonstrate these same character qualities with those who need to know your love and receive your salvation. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 20, 2023 10:02:25 #
Verse of the Day
for Thursday, April 20th, 2023
Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; And his greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall praise thy works to another, And shall declare thy mighty acts. -- Psalm 145:3-4
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
What we know about God is confined to our tiny brains, our limited experiences, our willingness to read about the great deeds of God in Scripture, and our hearing of his incredible work through the lives of older Christians. There is nothing quite like listening to a more senior, grace-filled brother or sister in Christ who knows our Lord and has experienced his power through worship, obedience, mission, and experience. Let's commit to sharing our faith and experience with Jesus with future generations!
My Prayer...
God Almighty, by your grace, I call you Abba Father using the word for Father that expresses the intimacy and dependency of a small child. However, your majesty is beyond my ability to comprehend, and your power is beyond my capabilities to grasp. What I do know, dear Father, and what I do understand of you, Almighty God, brings me to my knees in humble adoration and reverent appreciation. Thank you for your love, mercy, and grace that make your majesty approachable and my mortality redeemable. In Jesus' name. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Thursday, April 20th, 2023
Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; And his greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall praise thy works to another, And shall declare thy mighty acts. -- Psalm 145:3-4
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
What we know about God is confined to our tiny brains, our limited experiences, our willingness to read about the great deeds of God in Scripture, and our hearing of his incredible work through the lives of older Christians. There is nothing quite like listening to a more senior, grace-filled brother or sister in Christ who knows our Lord and has experienced his power through worship, obedience, mission, and experience. Let's commit to sharing our faith and experience with Jesus with future generations!
My Prayer...
God Almighty, by your grace, I call you Abba Father using the word for Father that expresses the intimacy and dependency of a small child. However, your majesty is beyond my ability to comprehend, and your power is beyond my capabilities to grasp. What I do know, dear Father, and what I do understand of you, Almighty God, brings me to my knees in humble adoration and reverent appreciation. Thank you for your love, mercy, and grace that make your majesty approachable and my mortality redeemable. In Jesus' name. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 21, 2023 06:48:28 #
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Apr 21, 2023 15:02:50 #
Verse of the Day
for Friday, April 21st, 2023
As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
-- Galatians 6:10
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
We are to be people who do good deeds! When God gives us the opportunity, let's take it and do good to others! Unlike those captured by the desires of this world — those looking to get ahead, to get even with someone, or to get out of difficult situations — let's look for opportunities to do good! And, the good we do shouldn't be confined to other believers. Let's do good to all people and share God's loving kindness with other believers!
My Prayer...
Only you are truly good and perfect in all your ways, dear Father. However, I pray that your goodness may be seen in your Church and also in me as we serve you today, this week, and until the time the Savior returns for us in glory. Please help us be aware of and look for the opportunities you give us to do good to and for others. In Jesus' mighty name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Friday, April 21st, 2023
As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
-- Galatians 6:10
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
We are to be people who do good deeds! When God gives us the opportunity, let's take it and do good to others! Unlike those captured by the desires of this world — those looking to get ahead, to get even with someone, or to get out of difficult situations — let's look for opportunities to do good! And, the good we do shouldn't be confined to other believers. Let's do good to all people and share God's loving kindness with other believers!
My Prayer...
Only you are truly good and perfect in all your ways, dear Father. However, I pray that your goodness may be seen in your Church and also in me as we serve you today, this week, and until the time the Savior returns for us in glory. Please help us be aware of and look for the opportunities you give us to do good to and for others. In Jesus' mighty name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 21, 2023 18:54:40 #
Apr 22, 2023 10:58:10 #
Verse of the Day
for Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea -- Psalm 46:1-2
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
God promised to be our refuge and strength. Our challenge is to trust that we are not alone or abandoned when emotional earthquakes, disasters, and tidal waves overwhelm our lives. God is not only our protector and helper. He is with us even when our world seems to be crashing around us. He will rescue us from death or deliver us through death to himself. He will deliver us from evil or empower us to overcome evil. We do not have to fear whatever may come because God is our refuge and strength!
My Prayer...
Holy God, I pray for those who are in the middle of life's earthquakes today. You know those for whom I am concerned. You know I care about their struggles which are too big for me to mitigate and too painful for me to truly bring comfort. I ask you to bless and be with them now and deliver them quickly. You are our only true hope, and Jesus is our only sure redeemer. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea -- Psalm 46:1-2
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
God promised to be our refuge and strength. Our challenge is to trust that we are not alone or abandoned when emotional earthquakes, disasters, and tidal waves overwhelm our lives. God is not only our protector and helper. He is with us even when our world seems to be crashing around us. He will rescue us from death or deliver us through death to himself. He will deliver us from evil or empower us to overcome evil. We do not have to fear whatever may come because God is our refuge and strength!
My Prayer...
Holy God, I pray for those who are in the middle of life's earthquakes today. You know those for whom I am concerned. You know I care about their struggles which are too big for me to mitigate and too painful for me to truly bring comfort. I ask you to bless and be with them now and deliver them quickly. You are our only true hope, and Jesus is our only sure redeemer. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 22, 2023 17:10:49 #
Apr 24, 2023 16:58:02 #
Verse of the Day
for Monday, April 24th, 2023
But godliness with contentment is great gain. -- 1 Timothy 6:6
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
What determines our financial worth? Do we compute it in terms of dollars, possessions, real estate, or investments? Paul reminded Timothy that ultimate gain, the gain of incalculable value, is really determined by a straightforward formula: genuine net worth = (godly character) X (contentment). What would happen if we realized that the truly wealthy were those with godly character who found contentment in Jesus regardless of their circumstances?
My Prayer...
O LORD God, the one from whom every blessing flows, readjust my values from the greed of this world to a holy set of financial convictions — true gain is found in godly character and genuine contentment. Conform my character to the godliness that Jesus demonstrated in his daily life. Teach me the contentment that can only be found in you. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Monday, April 24th, 2023
But godliness with contentment is great gain. -- 1 Timothy 6:6
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
What determines our financial worth? Do we compute it in terms of dollars, possessions, real estate, or investments? Paul reminded Timothy that ultimate gain, the gain of incalculable value, is really determined by a straightforward formula: genuine net worth = (godly character) X (contentment). What would happen if we realized that the truly wealthy were those with godly character who found contentment in Jesus regardless of their circumstances?
My Prayer...
O LORD God, the one from whom every blessing flows, readjust my values from the greed of this world to a holy set of financial convictions — true gain is found in godly character and genuine contentment. Conform my character to the godliness that Jesus demonstrated in his daily life. Teach me the contentment that can only be found in you. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 25, 2023 07:37:07 #
Apr 26, 2023 14:26:42 #
Verse of the Day
for Wednesday, April 26th, 2023
Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: The poor committeth himself unto thee; Thou art the helper of the fatherless.
-- Psalm 10:14
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
Just as God saw the plight of the Israelites in Egypt and heard their cries, and came down to help them, he still sees and hears our cries today. But now, he not only hears because he is omnipotent; he hears because of the Son, Jesus, at his right hand, interceding for us. Jesus has been where we are. He faced the specter of death, the pain of torture, and the separation of ridicule. Jesus' presence with the Father means that God not only hears our cries for help; he also feels our agony. This is why Jesus came. He is our assurance that God feels, cares, acts, and ultimately saves. Our God sees our trouble and grief and then helps even the most vulnerable and helpless.
My Prayer...
God, Father, and Savior, please be with those bearing the incredible weight of agony and pain. Some of these I know and pray for personally. Others I do not know, but they still need your comfort, strength, and grace to sustain them in their days of agony and grief. Please bless them with clear evidence of your care. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Wednesday, April 26th, 2023
Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: The poor committeth himself unto thee; Thou art the helper of the fatherless.
-- Psalm 10:14
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
Just as God saw the plight of the Israelites in Egypt and heard their cries, and came down to help them, he still sees and hears our cries today. But now, he not only hears because he is omnipotent; he hears because of the Son, Jesus, at his right hand, interceding for us. Jesus has been where we are. He faced the specter of death, the pain of torture, and the separation of ridicule. Jesus' presence with the Father means that God not only hears our cries for help; he also feels our agony. This is why Jesus came. He is our assurance that God feels, cares, acts, and ultimately saves. Our God sees our trouble and grief and then helps even the most vulnerable and helpless.
My Prayer...
God, Father, and Savior, please be with those bearing the incredible weight of agony and pain. Some of these I know and pray for personally. Others I do not know, but they still need your comfort, strength, and grace to sustain them in their days of agony and grief. Please bless them with clear evidence of your care. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Apr 26, 2023 16:45:25 #
Revelation 4:3 - And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald.
Apr 27, 2023 11:59:25 #
Verse of the Day
for Thursday, April 27th, 2023
If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain. -- James 1:26
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
"It's no big deal!" That's the whine of a believer rationalizing vulgar, inappropriate, or hurtful speech. However, a friend confessed to me a long time ago, "Our moral plunge in the office began when we let our language slip. It didn't seem like that big a deal at the time, but it led to disastrous consequences!" Religion that is not reflected in everyday speech is empty and hollow. So let's use our speech to bless and encourage, not to curse, slander, or gossip.
My Prayer...
Holy and incomparable God, please forgive me for not using my speech redemptively. Forgive me for the times I've used my words to wound another or in ways that dishonor you and your holy claim on my life. Use my words today to bless, encourage, and comfort so others may know your grace through me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
for Thursday, April 27th, 2023
If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain. -- James 1:26
Thoughts on Today's Verse...
"It's no big deal!" That's the whine of a believer rationalizing vulgar, inappropriate, or hurtful speech. However, a friend confessed to me a long time ago, "Our moral plunge in the office began when we let our language slip. It didn't seem like that big a deal at the time, but it led to disastrous consequences!" Religion that is not reflected in everyday speech is empty and hollow. So let's use our speech to bless and encourage, not to curse, slander, or gossip.
My Prayer...
Holy and incomparable God, please forgive me for not using my speech redemptively. Forgive me for the times I've used my words to wound another or in ways that dishonor you and your holy claim on my life. Use my words today to bless, encourage, and comfort so others may know your grace through me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
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