Wednesday, December 16, 2009

December 12 what a cold wet day for a parade with the grandchildren.There is joy in just being out and laughing with kids and watching others working to make others happy. Hope you are getting ready for Sunday. There are clouds in the sky and our next Big Meeting could be up there with The Lord Jesus Christ.Look up!!Get ready.

Amos 7:1-9:15 foretells Israel about their future. We get to learn about GOD's attitude about sin and about what all must do to repent and return to Him.We know One Day GOD will plant Israel in Jerusalem.What are we to do today to bring honor and glory to GOD?GOD expects His children to prosper even in captivity. Believe Him.

It appears that time has over taken common sense. I have been reading,but just slack in posting any thoughts. Hope you have finished the year and started A-new. I will post some thoughts soon. Read and seek to know Him. If you have questions, comments and suggestions please send to me via E-Mail. Because He first loved us, we can love each other. pj

Thursday, December 10, 2009

December 11 Friday and Sunday is coming!Hope all is well and you are preparing for the next few days. There are clouds in the sky and this could be the day.Get ready for being thankful for all your blessings.We are to be good stewards of all of our gifts. Count your blessings name them one by one.I am grateful for eyes to see,ears to hear,hands to touch and the ability to understand the Bible as being taught by GOD's Holy Spirit. We got caught up in a lot of little things and I am slow about the blog. Hope you have been reading to know Him and seeing GOD's provision for the salvation of His creation. It is amazing how the Bible is relevant to today.

Amos 4:1-6:14 Amos provides sound advice to Israel, and to us, in that we ought to seek GOD. Hopefully the "snapshots" of The LORD grab your attention and causes you to put your house in order. Read what happens to a nation who does not hear nor heed GOD's warnings/exhortations/admonitions and be quick to repent and return to GOD.We have the opportunity to learn what pleases and or displeases GOD and His Words of instructions are specific.Take note of His NAMES.

Revelation 2:18-3:6 continues the report on the conditions of the churches.How does this affect your concept of GOD and the churches of today?What do you see that is common to all of the churches and applies to you?Are there promises you can claim, sins you can confess and ways you are going to amend?Read to know Him.

Psalm 130:1-8 try to recall other psalms and make this your personal plea.then All of us need to practice what we pray and have the patience to wait on GOD.

Proverbs 29:21-22 perhaps it would be good for all of us to be (more) polite and delicate with everyone we encounter daily. Get right,be right,stay right, do right.pj
December 10 A good day to take the "grands" to the mall to watch their reaction to Santa.Neither the 5yr nor 3 yr old wanted anything to do with the man in the red suit.WE PRAY THAT THEY BOTH LEARN AND UNDERSTAND THE SEASON AND TRUE MEANING OF WHO CHRIST IS ANS WHY HE CAME TO EARTH. Let us agree to pray for ALL parents to know and share The TRUTH ASAP.Let us celebrate Him, GOD-man, and His birth,life,death,burial, Resurrection, Ascension and Soon Return. Let us share The Gospel every day.

Amos 1:1-3:15 demonstrates many principals of GOD.One basic guide line applies to our relationship/fellowship with people by asking the question "how can two walk together,except they agree"? Now the question comes up; are you ready/prepared to meet GOD?This is a good book for stewardship.Re look Hebrews 9:27. Are you saved?

Revelation 2:1-17 continues the instruction to the seven churches. We get to see/read and learn how believers should act and the consequence of unbelief and inaction.Read to know Him and try to make a personal inspection of your conduct as compared to these churches applying the final admonition given to all seven"He that hath an ear,let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches".Hear and obey!

Psalm 129:1-8 Has The LORD ever forsaken you? Let us not focus on the circumstances, but look unto The LORD, for He is our strength. Amen. Selah.

Proverbs 29:19-20 Watch how/what and when you speak.Be prudent in all actions. pj
December 9 starts out cold and clear with clouds in the sky, this could be the day!Are you ready to be snatched out and to spend eternity with GOD? A great day for the children of our children to visit. We thank The LORD for our family. Remember that we are reading the "minor" prophets in the OT and they are deemed minor due to the length of their letter/book only and not due to their purpose or position. These are prophets selected by GOD to speak His mind/will for His children.

Joel 1:1-3:21 warns us about the coming Day of The LORD.GOD wants all men to repent and return to Him.It is so today as then, all men are in the valley of decision and their/our choice is critical even to salvation or destruction.Choose GOD.

Revelation 1:1-20 Verse 1 explains the words to follow.We need to seek to be led and taught by The Holy Spirit,be in The Spirit, every day, The LORD's Day.We ought to obey the admonitions and fear the consequence of disobedience, for GOD has revealed Himself to all men.Verse 8 is true and the Truth.V20 serves as the introduction for the coming instructions to follow. Read to know Him.

Psalm 128:1-6 Do you consider yourself blessed?If not, then heed the instructions given in this psalm, hear,heed,believe and obey The Word of GOD now. Selah.

Proverbs 29:18 What are you looking for? Read, learn and seek to know GOD. Amen. pj

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

December 8 Tuesday is a good day for a dental appointment.Hope all is well in your life and related activities.We need to be thankful for our liberty and freedom.As you read to know Him put yourself in the events of our daily readings and try to imagine living under bondage, death threats and poverty, knowing what you know be thankful.

Hosea 10:1-14:9 should cause us to consider what time an opportunities we have and what we have done for the glory of GOD. We get to read about what/how back sliders act and how they are chastised by The LORD.What do we learn and how does this change us?We ought to read v13:4 and reset our visions and goals to please Him.We need to admit and confess our sins specifically and promptly to GOD.Our hope ought to be summed up in v14:9 and be prudent as we seek the wisdom of/from GOD.Hear and heed.

Jude 1:1-25 How do we keep ourselves in the love of GOD?How are you building yourself up on your most holy faith?How is your prayer life?How do you judge those around you to be true or not?Who are you trusting for eternity?Jude is warning the local church and us to be alert, to know the scriptures and believe The LORD.We have the whole Holy Will of GOD and we need to read to know Him and believe what is said.

Psalm 127:1-5 If GOD is not The builder or Jesus is not The Cornerstone we are laboring in vain.Are you happy in GOD? If not,why not? Get right and then do right.

Proverbs 29:15-17 Do you,as a parent, enjoy rest and delight?Be corrected by The LORD and correct your children as instructed. Selah. Amen. pj

Monday, December 7, 2009

December 7 Remember, the enemy does not wait to attack because we are not ready. The enemy expects to destroy all of his enemies. We that believe GOD is Almighty GOD expect for Him to win and for us to be blessed because He is GOD.This is a good time to start recalling all we have in GOD because of our faith in The Lord Jesus Christ. Read to know Him and believe his True Word as written to order your steps.We have less than 30 days to prepare for January 1st, 2010.Keep true to His Truth.

Hosea 6:1-9:17 records again how GOD waits and expects the backslider to repent and return in humility to Him.verse 7:16 demonstrates how that a detour is not the same thing as an about face.If you have forgotten GOD's attitude about sin, read 8:6-7,14.

3rd John 1:1-14 warns members of the church to be careful in their charity and conduct.Now, who are you warning? We all need to be right and to do right.Amen.

Psalm 126:1-6 What are you crying about? Stewardship of the Word of GOD is the best way to live, tell others what you know and give away your truth to others. Selah.

Proverbs 29:12-14 God is no respecter of persons. He expects all men every where to repent, be saved and do right.As a son of GOD, how do you judge the poor? Selah. pj
December 6 Sunday a great day to be in fellowship with believers and The LORD in our assembly of SS and church.Hope you were on time read and prayed up ready to be a blessing and to be blessed.There is something right about being prompt,prepared and ready to be taught and edified in/by The Scriptures.Be wary of any so-called friends that draw you away from church activities.Read your 365 KJV Bible to know Him and He will cause you to hear and direct you to obey.All of us get to choose our acts. Stewardship is a demonstration of our faith and love for our Saviour.Be/do right. Consider this day 68 years ago.The majority of Americans were not prepared for the next day. Don't be surprised/left behind by GOD at the rapture, get prepared today.

Hosea 4:1-5:15 demonstrates how much The LORD cares for His children and how stiffnecked and unresponsive they were to GOD's provision and pleas.Let us learn the lesson expressed in v6 and be wary of our lack of attention,interest and lack of knowledge we practice towards GOD.Yes, The LORD loves sinners, but He hates sin.This book should teach us that GOD expects holy living from His children and no man knows where GOD's deadlines/limits are drawn. All should repent/confess sins ASAP!Do right.

2nd John 1:1-13 reminds all believers to be like Jesus Christ.We do not have to follow our old nature. We get to live in mercy divinely empowered by GOD's grace.

Psalm 125:1-5 tells us about GOD's traits and mannerisms. Read to know Him. Selah.

Proverbs 29:9-11 tells us to mind our own business. Be careful as you reflect GOD. pj

Saturday, December 5, 2009

December 5 Saturday, cold and windy, much to do getting the house ready for the holidays and the grandchildren. We hope you are expecting to be a blessing as well as receive blessings these next few days.Let us not just read to know Him, but also to apply biblical principals of caring for others that may be needy and poor.All men need to hear and believe the Gospel. Consider adding a personal note and tract in each gift.We are blessed!

Hosea 1:1-3:5 Hosea is some times referred to as the prophet with a broken heart who expresses GOD's love toward back-sliden sinners, The Jews.There is much in common of the names Hosea,Joshua and Jesus, salvation.Read about The LORD's attitude of mercy and tolerance. We need to be alert to not presuming on GOD.There is a wage for sin and all men will die, either saved or in their sin.Check the calendar and names of kings in order to put this book in the proper time zone.Hosea is a prophet to Israel, following Jonah an Amos under King Jeroboam II prior to their captivity by Assyria.What a hard requirement GOD placed on Hosea in this marriage and birthing and naming of his children.How tender is your heart towards lost people?Look up the title of Baali an Ishi and see why they are used to describe GOD as master and or husband. Some times we get too casual with the names/titles of GOD.Respect GOD.

1st John 5:1-21 is a great record of what and who we are in Christ.Read,believe an accept what is written as true fact.We are taught how to pray and why we should not pray for some.Practice v21 daily in thought and deed, but don't be idle.

Psalm 124:1-8 Where would you be if it were not for Salvation?Be grateful and tell your saviour often how much you appreciate His act of propitiation for you. Selah.

Proverbs 29:5-8 Does GOD consider you wise?Do you practice kindness?Be careful with your words and deeds.Seek to be joyful and thankful for ALL you have from GOD. pj
December 4 Friday is here and Sunday is coming.Are you getting excited about church?If not, why not?Make plans today for being prepared and on time to SS and church.

Daniel 11:35-12:13 completes the dreams and visions that The LORD caused Daniel to experience. We ought to be glad and happy that we have the full and complete will of GOD in our possession, The KJV Bible, that we get to read to know Him.We have the opportunity to see how men and kings rebel against GOD for a season, but One Day GOD will show Himself as GOD of all gods,He who rules the world.We may never fully understand this book until we are in glory and watch this all come to pass. Focus on Him who made this world, not on the world.Be encouraged that GOD is the same today.

1st John 4:1-21 warns us again to be alert.There is a difference between saved and unsaved people.Learn the evidence factors given by GOD to John and check your self. Evidence does not save us! We are saved by faith! Learn and enjoy the thought and hope provided by the Word-propitiation.Be fascinated by v21 and consider the impact of this verse in your life,"his brother".

Psalm 123:1-4 allows believers to joy in GOD.Focus on GOD and be happy in His attributes. His mercy is forever and He is our LORD and God.Trust and obey. Selah.

Proverbs 29:3-4 The people we vote into office affect our attitude.Let us be good stewards of the wisdom afforded us by The LORD to do right every day. Amen pj

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

December 3 Thursday and we are driving to Longview to watch our grandchildren march in the high school band as a part of the Christmas parade.

Daniel 11:1-34 records the deceit of the Jews and bad agreements with the unholy kings.We get to see the impact of greed and pride and men that do their own will. We read to know Him and to see ourselves as we read about others.The acts of sinful men against GOD display the spirit of the Antichrist.One Day GOD will show Himself and all will be repaired, but until then we ought to be and do right.

1st John 3:7-24 warns the believers to be good hearers of the Word and their conduct ought to reflect GOD in them.Don't misunderstand who will go to heaven and who will not enter. Salvation covers ALL Sins,past,present and future. Their is evidence of our salvation and conversion for the glory of GOD.If no evidence....

Psalm 122:1-9 How is your prayer life? What are you praying for that is in agreement with The Lord Jesus Christ? Do you believe GOD? If not,why not? Selah.

Proverbs 29:1 reminds us to be good hearers and doers of The WORD.Take time and review your fear factor in your concept of GOD.Who are you praying for today? pj
December 2 What a beautiful sight to wake up to this AM of snow!Wow, The LORD really dressed up our yard. A friend came by and took me to the gun range for some refresher training on handgun safety and weapons qualification. All were in the 10/9 ring and I was pleased.Good time at church tonight, missed you. Talked with a young man about salvation and he opted to wait for another few days. Except The Holy Spirit convict and draw people they will not respond. We must keep on telling the good news and stay out of the pressure mode.We water,plant and expect GOD to draw.

Daniel 9:1-10:21 allows us to see how to pray. We get to learn how The LORD works and should be encouraged that He does hear and sends answers.Suggest you get a sheet of paper and draw out this time line of future events.Learn this lesson, GOD hears the prayers of righteous men.Be careful as you read to note the spelling of LORD, Lord and lord.We,the saints,do have heavenly attendants to assist us,Thanks to GOD.

1st John 2:18-3:6 continues the words of encouragement for Christians. We are warned about the possibility of being surrounded with unbelievers in the church and what they may try to persuade us to do.Please review your weapons verses and revisit The Gospel of John, chapter 1.If you are saved, you are a son of GOD!Fact! Finished.

Psalm 121:1-8 hopefully you have practiced these verses personally.Look in you get bitter, LOOK UP and you will get Better.Believe what you read, read to know Him.

Proverbs 28:27-28 stewardship in practice.Seek to be responsive to GOD and The Holy Spirit's leadership. Selah. pj

Monday, November 30, 2009

December 1 The evidence of winter is coming and there may be snow on the road before dark. Be prepared and drive safe. Please consider sending me an E-mail about your opinion of influence this has had on your concept of reading your Bible. I look forward to starting over again in January reading and sharing. Hope you plan to continue to read from now to eternity.

Daniel 8:1-27 allows us the opportunity to see in to the heart of Daniel and The LORD as they observe how the people are responding to captivity and waiting for deliverance.Babylon was not their home.This world is not our home.We have the promise as sure as did the Jews-One Day!We are linked into the palace in Shushan, do you remember where Ester was living?GOD favored Daniel with this vision of the future.The animals and horns represent nations and kings who are in bent on domination and destruction of GOD's children.Two conflicting goals, the time of the Gentiles and the Kingdom of GOD.The epicenter of all conflict is Jerusalem.Then-now!

1st John 2:1-17 again the proposition of holy living ought to follow conversion and salvation.GOD looks for evidence. There are works because of salvation, not to win nor keep salvation.We are forgiven and we should act like it is so, but we are faced with choices and we must choose wisely.How/what is your heart's desire?

Psalm 120:1-7 We are in this world, but we seek another home not made with hands.When in distress who do you call upon first? Seek the True-Only Deliverer.

Proverbs 28:25-26 Without wanting to be rude I ask, are you considered by GOD to be fat and wise?Selah. Watch out for pride and self-justification. We belong to GOD. pj
November 30 Monday and we are still here. There are clouds and this could be the day. Are you prepared to meet The Lord in the air?There are only two answers, yea or nay.What will you say to GOD when He ask"Why should I let you into heaven"? Today,this side of the Rapture/death, is the place and time to know the only correct answer. There will be NO second chances then and there. If you are saved and sure, take time to remind your Saviour for His favor and Salvation. Tell others what He has done for you. Be prepared to give your testimony.Love others as you love Him.

Daniel 7:1-28 We have seen the vision of the king now we get to hear the dream of Daniel. We will be able to see the similarity of these dreams and visions and The Holy Spirit will teach us to trust in GOD and believe that He will provide for His children and accomplish His will in this world.The times of the Gentiles will end when The Lord comes in His Revelation to start the 1000 year reign in Jerusalem.Note the name of GOD as the Ancient of days.How does this impact your concept of GOD?Read v28 and take heart that there may be some things that we will not fully understand.

1st John 1:1-10 links to Genesis 1, in the beginning.Take time to read,touch,see,hear, sense,believe these verses.Learn to practice what is being taught. Put your faith into action and confess your sins. We are in GOD or we are not.Where are you?

Psalm 119:156-176 concludes this psalm of doctrine, reproof, correction and instruction in righteousness. Are you better off because you have read this letter? Let v165 serve as a benchmark for your conservation. Be right and do right. Selah.

Proverbs 28:23-24 Beware of being contrary to GOD and the truth.We may/should apply Psalm verse165 to this statement and try to be more in tune with GOD.Selah. pj
November 29 YEA! We get to share truth,pray,sing and enjoy The LORD together.

Daniel 6:1-28 we get to see how GOD uses men to influence men/kings/beggars for the glory of GOD.It is amazing how important some men of GOD are/can be and still they can retain their integrity and have a positive role model effect on others.Do you recall the few men mentioned by Jesus, Daniel,Job and Noah?What do they have in common, a gift/favor of GOD, that you do not have?Here we see the law of the land must be obeyed, except when it is in conflict with The Law of GOD.How much do you fear GOD?What habit of worship do you have that is hated by unbelievers?Is what you believe worth dying for today?How do we trust The LORD?When/if we face some great test will we trust GOD? Let us pray that when/if we are tried we will believe GOD is in control, we will be/get right and then do right so that all things will be for His glory. Are you happy in the LORD?

2nd Peter 3:1-18 We have been warned and now we have Peter's final charge, grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen. Beware!

Psalm 119:132-155 note the difference of v119 and the others.What is missing is reported in v155.Read to know Him and be diligent in your prayers and study. Selah.

Proverbs 28:21-22 We are cautioned about greed and selfishness.Pay attention to your hearts desires.Having things is not the issue.Who is in charge-old or NEW nature? pj
November 28 Saturday, a great time to get ready for Sunday. Hopefully you will be read/prayed up and ready to be a blessing.Pray for your classmates, teachers and pastor.We need to be diligent and prudent. We are co-laborers with Jesus Christ.

Daniel 5:1-31 allows us to read in awe the amazing work of GOD.Do you recognize the hand? GOD The father is a SPIRIT!The Trinity is at work and hopefully all men would tremble when they see Him at work.The wage of sin is death.GOD is in charge and all men are stewards and will give an account of the gifts given to them by The LORD.Daniel has been in captivity for more than 40 years and GOD will use him to influence the next king. Pray to be a useful vessel.

2nd Peter 2:1-22 how do you verify what you hear the preacher has said?What we learn from The Bible at home while being taught by The Holy Spirit should be what we hear in church,we are to edified for the work of the ministry.Do you have the capacity to know truth and are you able to discern an untruth?Protect yourself-family-others.

Psalm 119:113-131 Make a list of those things you hate.Make a list of those things you love.Compare your list with those of GOD.Verses 127-130 are my best guides.

Proverbs 28:19-20 Stewardship is always important. Would you rather be rich or faithful in the eyes of GOD?We get to choose our lifestyle. Be/do right or not. pj
November 27 Hope you are still enjoying left overs, especially the pies.We have been and are blessed.Let us continue to be be grateful for our provisions and protection that The LORD has blessed us with today. We have GOD's mercy fresh and new every day.

Daniel 4:1-37 Oh that all national leaders would acknowledge that GOD is The LORD.The dreams and visions reported in Daniel are given that all men might repent to GOD and have faith in The Lord Jesus.We ought to be thankful that GOD does not reveal His will to us today by dreams and visions,we have His Will in the Holy Bible.We need to focus on GOD and learn of Him by His attributed and traits as per the written Word of GOD.All of these OT Books were written for the NT Saints as examples and reminders that they as well as you and I might learn of GOD.

2nd Peter 1:1-21 Is a letter to the Jewish believer warning them about the enemy within the church. The problems that were exposed in Jerusalem were being exposed in the early days of the church. There were enemies on the outside and there were enemies within the walls. We have the same type of circumstances today. We need to apply the counsel as given in v5-giving diligence. Believe the Bible.

Psalm 119:96-112 continue to look for "law,word,judgments,testimonies,statues, commandments,precepts,sayings and way". Is verse 102 true in your life and have you committed to perform v112? If not,why not? Selah.

Proverbs 28:17-18 shows the options available to all men.Are you walking uprightly?pj
November 26 Happy day of thanksgiving to all.Hope all your blessings are appreciated and that we all pause and be grateful for ALL we have at the hand of GOD.We are blessed and favored and besides this, those that are saved,have in the future heaven and eternity with GOD.Let us share truth with all men. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

Daniel 2:24-3:30 shows us that putting others first is best.What is good about "good news" if it is toooooo late?We should learn a principal about compassion for the lost. We have the Gospel and we should share.We need to be careful when trying to read this portion of scripture and to not forget GOD.We read to know Him.We ought to pray that all of our conversations would bring attention to GOD and that He would get glory by our lifestyle.We will always have enemies and we will have many opportunities to suffer for Jesus, let us seek to be humble and led of The Holy Spirit to speak right words during trials and tests.Let us look for GOD and be thankful for His presence. God will use people who will be used.

1st Peter 4:7-5:14 warnings should be heeded and care taken to be right and do right.Church leadership and submission is always being observed by GOD and each member must give an account for their conduct. We must serve each other and be careful to fight the enemy and not each other.To Him be glory!

Psalm 119:81-95 causes us to wonder how much do we need GOD?How much do you wait for GOD to be or do first?Where do you put your hope? Verse 90 is the first verse so far that does not reference the word of GOD. Have you noted the nine key words in 119? pj
November 25 Are you getting all things in order for the big turkey day?Hope you get to enjoy your blessings and your family.Be careful as you travel, pray w/o ceasing.

Daniel 1:1-2:23 is a gift to us from GOD as He shows Himself that all might know Him and worship Him. GOD is not limited by tragedy,time,captivity,separation nor unbelief.Daniel will demonstrate to all of us that faith is essential to joy.Obedience is not separated from love and GOD knows all men's heart.We need to watch how The LORD intervenes in the lives of the Hebrew children, learn the principal that GOD never loses anything or anyone anywhere.Pay attention to your circumstances and look for how The LORD will provide a means of provisions/favors.

1st Peter 3:10-4:6 cause us to ask"have I sanctified The Lord God in my heart"? If not,why not?Read this instruction and update your lifestyle to reflect Christ.

Psalm 119:71-80 Do you agree with verse 71?In your time of turmoil what statue of GOD did you learn?All of us need to check our "fear factor" of GOD lest we have become so familiar with Him that we assume all is OK.Is your heart sound? Selah.

Proverbs 28:14 Are you happy? If not,why not? Each of us MUST be careful to not let our heart get hardened,by sin and indifference. Put GOD FIRST! Amen. Selah. pj
November 24 Is a good day to be a Tuesday. Hope you are current in all your appointments and looking forward to a good time of refreshment with your family. Be prepared to share your blessings with friends and enjoy The LORD's favor on your life.

Ezekiel 47:1-18:35 provides for us a picture of the hope that all people of GOD have,a future with GOD in heaven. Let us be careful to not assume our blessings. Let us be prompt to give our Lord the credit for securing our future with The LORD.One Day there will be a peace in Jerusalem and all tribes of Abraham will see the Messiah, for The LORD is there.*Strive to connect Jeremiah with Ezekiel and Daniel.

1st Peter 2:11-3:9 stresses godly conduct after salvation, Holy living follows conversion.There will always be enemies of the church that are outside and they look for opportunities to slander our GOD as they mock our conduct. We ought to be united in our demonstration of our faith as we show compassion to the unbelievers.

Psalm 119:53-70 be careful to look for GOD's instruction and leadership.Our holy conversation/life style ought to reflect our Lord's beauty and grace.Be/do right.

Proverbs 28:12-13 cautions us to be careful in our conduct lest it block the blessings/mercy of the LORD.Seek to be led of The Holy Spirit-agree with GOD.Amen.pj

Monday, November 23, 2009

November 23 Monday and a great day to celebrate all we have in Christ.There are clouds in the sky.This could be the day.What are you expecting GOD to do today that is unbelievable/understandable right now?We are accepted in the Beloved!We have been given the power to become sons of GOD!We are sanctified,justified,forgiven, holy and on our way to heaven.Who have you told about your salvation and asked them to go with you to meet The Lord in the air?We get to share eternity with GOD! YEA! Amen!

Ezekiel 45:13-46:24 allows us to know GOD and His plan for eternity.All of the requirements pictured by the offerings, all of the cost and expense,all of the preparation for sacrifices, all of the expression of reverence in the times past are a picture of ONE person, The Lord Jesus Christ.Let us read to appreciate what He has done for us in Himself.Let us be grateful for GOD's provision.Read to know/see Him.

1st Peter 1:14-2:10 All of the Jewish believers in all of the churches are reminded to be faithful to the Gospel given to them.Act right! Learn and grow as sons of GOD.Remember who you are in Christ.We need to practice these truths today. Dwell on what The LORD has done for you and be thankful.If you are right with GOD,act like it.

Psalm119:36-52 Have you found those key words? How many times will the word "testimonies" be used in Psalm 119?Have you agreed with the psalmist and made vows unto The LORD?Has your lifestyle changed because of what you have read?

Proverbs 28:11 Do you seek to have understanding? If not,why not?Be like Christ. pj
November 22 Sunday is here and we get to meet our brothers-in-Christ at SS and church to praise, learn and be edified.What a great day to celebrate the birth of our "grand daughter" Audrey who is 5.Happy birthday to all whose birth month is November. There are some very sick people we need to pray for and intercede in their behalf with Jesus as He prays for them.Let our lifestyle and daily conversation be GOD honoring so that lost people will see Jesus Christ in us for GOD's glory.

Ezekiel 44:1-45:12 We have an opportunity to see the reverence afforded to The prince who is shown to be the same as The LORD the God of Israel. The emphasis in all of these activities is to show the grand effort GOD goes to to restore His people to Himself in restoration-salvation-repentance to GOD and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ-The Messiah.We get to learn what please GOD and what offends The LORD.The LORD uses His prophets to show His children how to act and what fathers should teach their children. We need to learn GOD,learn His ways and know His word.

1st Peter 1:1-13 reminds us of the power of GOD through faith unto salvation.We see the Trinity and tri-unity of GOD.Peter is reminding all the churches to remember what they were taught and to be true to GOD.All believers are urged to seek to know GOD diligently.We are all warned to be alert to our enemy and to focus on GOD.

Psalm 119:17-35 This is the 2nd day reading of 16 verses of Psalm 119. Each day we will read 16 verses and we are taught what GOD considers His WORD to provide to each believer. Record these key/common words and incorporate them into your prayers.

Proverbs 28:8-10 tells us that our conduct makes a difference. We are stewards of GOD's Truth and He expects our lifestyle to be like that of Christ. Selah. Amen. pj

Friday, November 20, 2009

November 21 Saturday is a big day for some people.Tonight some will be in the hospital, some in the jail, some in the morgue and some in the prayer room.We all have the opportunity to prepare for tomorrow, some will and some will put it off because trivia has their mind and eternity is for everyone else.Sunday is coming and our preparation for eternity, or lack there of, will not stop time. Be prepared! If you don't know where you will spend eternity, PLEASE allow me or someone to take The Bible and show you many Scriptures that will show you GOD's plan of redemption.Please

Ezekiel 41:1-43:27 we need to read to know GOD and seek to be taught by The Holy Spirit how to understand these sayings.The LORD is going to have the temple rebuilt during the Old Testament time as recorded by Ezra and Nehemiah. One Day GOD will rule all of Israel combined in Jerusalem called the 1000yr reign. Focus on GOD.

James 5:1-20 Begins the instruction for the Jewish believers to demonstrate their faith by their works. The LORD is causing all of to learn the lesson that holy living ought to follow conversion.Honor and humility mixed with honesty will cause others to see Christ in you. Be right and THEN do right.

Psalm 119:1-16 **Note the words/verses that The LORD used to describe His Word. Look for the attributes of GOD and note His promises.Don't miss His commandments.Selah.

Proverbs 28:6-7 Are you walking in your uprightness or are you perverse?Are you keeping the Law or hanging around the riotous crowd?Is your earthly father and your heavenly Father/GOD proud of you?Let us seek to be prudent and to honor GOD. Amen. pj

Thursday, November 19, 2009

November 20 Friday and Sunday is coming.Are you getting excited about SS and church?Hopefully today will be the DAY that Jesus comes in the clouds and calls His childen out to meet Him in the air. Are you ready? Yea, even so, come quickly,Lord Jesus.

Psalm 118:19-29 expresses our hearts desire"Open to me the gates of righteousness:I will go into them".Read and bless the LORD for all His deeds for our behalf.Give thanks and shout out your love to Him for His love for you. Selah.

James 4:1-17 causes us to ask "Who can pray?" GOD wants His children to know Him and to act like His children. We are not ignorant to Satan's devices. We have been warned and advised by GOD on how to respond to Him and how to treat others.Please use v17 as your personal code of conduct>>to him it is sin,that knoweth to do good.

Ezekiel 40:28-41:26 The LORD explains in detail the future design of the temple in Jerusalem. What do you learn about GOD because of all this detail?This vision is an encouragement for all the Jews in Babylon.How does this encourage you?

Proverbs 28:3-5 all people are significant and important to The LORD.Every person, rich or poor will be required to give an account of all his deeds, we are stewards.pj

Proverbs 28:3-5
November 19 Thursday and we are still here.Did you see any clouds in the sky today?Did you even take time look to see if there were any clouds? If not,why not? Please take The LORD seriously and carefully read His Word and diligently seek Him.

Proverbs 28:2 sets the tone for the day.Does GOD and other men consider you "a man of understanding and knowledge"?What do you desire to be today?

Psalm 118:1-18 offers many good statements that will increase your faith when believed.When we consider the attributes of GOD we ought to praise Him and give thanks.How many times have you said v5-7 made a difference in your life?Do you believe v17-18 and how have you responded to GOD because of His promises? Selah.

James 2:18-3:18 Does GOD consider you as His friend?What evidence did you show off today that caused others to think of you as godly and righteous?What steps have you taken to protect yourself from the sin of the tongue or have you yet confessed any sin that you have spoken out of turn?Consider v17-18 to be a goal for your life; for we are to worship GOD in Spirit and Truth. Let us live in the peace of GOD.

Ezekiel 39:1-40:27 Please be careful to look for GOD as you read and don't get lost in the drama of this prophecy.One Day GOD will do what He is promising. One Day GOD will have all believers in Jerusalem. Can you/did you compare your salvation experience as you read today? What miracles have happened to you because of your salvation?Stewardship will require all men and nations to give an account, both saved and unrepentant unbelievers.I can't imagine how many people will be killed at this battle that will take seven months to bury.How does this prophecy affect your concept of GOD?Note His attributes and read His promises, He does not lie. One Day this will happen, but you and I will be sitting in heaven and praising GOD.Because GOD describes so much in minute detail,what do you learn about GOD?Get to know Him.pj
November 18 is a good day to be in church. I wonder what will happen to us if all of the hate crime attitude gains more power and we do not speak up about right and wrong?We are in this world to be the light and the salt! Why does the USA appear to be floundering in the dark?We are stewards of GOD's Truth and we must be as watchmen.

Ezekiel 37:1-38:23 When you read about this encounter with GOD, what do you wish for? What attribute of The LORD is most dominant? Do you read and find yourself pausing and asking GOD to forgive you of sins?What kind of pictures come to your mind when GOD begins to speak about what He is going to do for or against these people?Do you see the picture of SALVATION being presented here today?One Day GOD will have all of the tribes united in one place and He will be Their GOD!Jerusalem is the epicenter of the world. Now let v38:23 comfort you, read to know Him.

James 1:19-2:17 reminds all believers to be right and then do right.Works ought to be a display of your faith.We work BECAUSE we are saved not to get saved.GOD has put EVERY believer in the ministry of reconciliation.Our conduct among other believers and in the church should be like the conduct of our Lord Jesus Christ.We may be the only Bible some will read.Live in faith and act like you believe GOD.

Psalm 117:1-2 How many different attributes do you see in these verses?Read to know Him and then praise GOD for He is worthy!How long is "for ever"? GOD is for ever God.

Proverbs 28:1 tells us how we ought to act and represent The LORD. Selah. Amen. pj

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

17 November Tuesday a cold and windy for a funeral. Are you prepared to be laid to rest? Do you have a will prepared that has your personal salvation experience included? It is not morbid to plan for this event, besides it will assist the survivors it dealing with the loss of their love one.If you would like for me to conduct your funeral, let me know so that we can prepare to express your last wishes and share your life's story and testimony, even you can preselect your music, pall bearers and final arrangements.Plan ahead for eternity.It makes conducting a funeral so much easier when we know the deceased relationship and fellowship status with GOD.

Ezekiel 35:1-36:38 declares GOD's attitude about sin against Himself by people and nations that abuse His children.I realize that The LORD does not hold a grudge, however because He sometimes allows time space and distance between the offense and the punishment or chastisement via His mercy and longsuffering, I have a tendency to misunderstand His conduct.I'm at error. Esau/Edom/Idumea/mount Seir have treated Israel badly on many occasions and now we get to see how GOD will demonstrate His will against them for their offense against GOD's children. How does this impact your concept of GOD?The LORD declares His plans for the 1000 year reign where and when the Jews will be gathered to GOD and settled in the promise land.One Day!Look at v36:33-38 as the sure future for the Jews. Do you know where you will be on that day? If not, why not?GOD has a plan for each of us and He wants all to know His will.

James 1:1-18 records the impact of Faith in daily living.Be careful to not misunderstand this book and think that people are saved by works. James stresses the evidence of your faith is works, or saved people will have works that bring honor to GOD if they are saved. Spend some time after you read by reviewing v2-4 to consider how much information is packaged in these verses.James will cause us to look at our walk with The LORD because we have said that we have been saved by The LORD.Watch for the LSD described today and consider what will it take for any man to "be drawn away". The sin is not of being tempted, but of being drawn away. We must be alert.

Psalm 116:1-19 hopefully describes our attitude towards GOD for His salvation. How do you honor and show reverence to the names of GOD? Selah. Amen.

Proverbs 27:23-27 warns us to be diligent about our business for our Saviour. We will give an account of our stewardship. pj What does JEHOVAH Jireh mean to you?

Monday, November 16, 2009

16 November and it is really Monday. I'm not sure,but catching up on posting, I got days and dates out of place.Monday and a time to reflect on who we are in Christ. In past weeks I've mentioned about 30 things that all saved children as sons of GOD should be sure of and confident in Christ's finished work.Be sure to incorporate some of these in your testimony and start with the date of your salvation,when you were changed,rescued,redeemed,adopted,empowered to become a son of GOD,accepted in the Beloved and no longer under the wrath of GOD, but have now received the gift of Eternal Life.Let your testimony glorify GOD and honor Jesus as your Saviour.

Ezekiel 33:1-34:31 records the tragic day of the fall of Jerusalem in v21.Let us learn the lesson about the wage of sin and accept our responsibility to be as a watchman to our area of influence. Hopefully these reports will cause all of us to be motivated to witness.There are no valid excuses for disobedience and unbelief.We must be concerned for those in key leadership positions both in the church and in the government and be diligent to pray for them daily.Stewardship applies to all.One Day The Lord will be on the earth and the Jews in Jerusalem in near perfect circumstances while we are in the New Jerusalem. We all have a lot to hope for today.

Hebrews 13:1-25 completes the letter to the Hebrews who were being confused about faith,works and salvation. Jesus is declared "BEST"!JE-HO-VA as Jesus the same yesterday,and to day, and for ever.WE need to respect our leaders, trust in The LORD, let our conduct be GOD honoring and pray for others.Let us strive to be perfect(as in Christ) in all of our doings.Be right/do right, praise GOD and act like Jesus.

Psalm 115:1-18 Let us pray that we not take any of GOD's glory for ourselves.Praise GOD! Let us flee from any and All idols.He will bless us that fear Him. Selah.

Proverbs 27:21-22 All things will be purified by fire.All things will be crushed. One day all truth will be revealed.Right will be blessed and evil condemned.Amen. pj
15 November Sunday a day to catch up and prepare for the future. Take time to reflect on your past and your future. Where were you last year? Where will you be this time next year? Are you ready for eternity?Have you made provisions for today,tomorrow and beyond?If not,why not? Consider this a wake up call or a near death experience, to the point that you would ask yourself this harsh question"If GOD were to ask me why should I let you into Heaven-what/how would you answer HIM?" Take time to ponder now, because at heaven's door it will be tooooo late if you don't know the answer now.What if The LORD wanted to know from you the particulars of your salvation,i.e.when,where,why,what and who."I'm not sure" is not a good way to start your defense appeal.Knowledge and humility will help as you respond to GOD.

Ezekiel 31:1-32:32 all these years in captivity and the visions keep on coming.Jerusalem is about to be destroyed.GOD has declared Himself against the Assyrian and Pharaoh and destruction is coming.We must hear and see how The LORD deals with unbelievers and rebellious nations.In just a few minuets we read about history that took a year to be accomplished. To The LORD time is not important and He is not limited to time,space nor armies.We get to see and make many "snap shots" of GOD in action, hopefully these will influence our concept of GOD positively.

Hebrews 12:14-29 describes holy living.How do you sense and respond to The GOD of The Holy Bible?Let us grow in confidence that what The LORD promises He will perform.Seek The LORD, enjoy His mercy and walk in His grace. Amen.

Psalm 113:1-9;114:1-8Is there any thing too hard for our GOD?Praise Him! Let v2-9 be some of the reasons you and I praise GOD.GOD is Almighty and we should both fear and draw near to The LORD.Admire His creation and adore HIM for being true and just.

Proverbs 27:18-20 requires us to ponder these words.Stewardship principals apply to these verses and looking into scriptures ought to makes us respect GOD. Selah. pj
It appears and I confess that I almost missed a day of the week, forgive me please.
14 November is the day to get ready for Sunday.We get to have our play golf time, cut the grass time and then time to prepare for Sunday.Hope to see you in SS class and church.It would be GOD honoring if all of our classmates were on-time, read/prayed up and ready to bless and be blessed, and I would be surprised. I could honestly say that it would be an answer to prayer.What/who are you praying for?

Ezekiel 29:1-30:26 GOD is careful in His provisions and jealous over His creation.As we read about the rebellion of the creation,hopefully we would stop and pray that we do not repeat the same type sin in our lives today.There is always a consequence to sin!GOD's ways are far above our ways and we,The USA,will suffer if we do not learn from the history as it is recorded concerning Egypt.There is ONLY One True GOD.

Hebrews 11:32-12:13 Have we obtained a good report that we have lived by faith?All men,individually, will give an account to GOD.In this world we will be strengthened by GOD to be prosperous.Let us submit ourselves to The LORD and trust Him. Amen

Psalm 112:1-10 Are you blessed? Do you see and believe His promises?Is your heart fixed and established on GOD and Him alone? Satan is our enemy, but GOD is our King.

Proverbs 27:17 How do your friends treat you? Are you made "better" because of your friends? Who do you consider your "BEST" friend?Consider Jesus,a friend to sinners.pj
13 November is not a bad day even though it is a Friday. Where would you be if you did not know The Lord Jesus as Saviour? If you are not saved then all your days are bad days,however Friday`13 November 2009 could be your absolute very Best day of your life if you get saved.Salvation begins our eternal life.Thank You GOD!!

Ezekiel 27:1-28:26 records how GOD feels about pride and rebellion. We learn how similar these are in us today, and that these are traits, anti-Christ, that are described in Satan.Tyre was a great city and had much activity, yet contrary to GOD and was destroyed.GOD hates sin! GOD loves sinners and wants all men to repent to GOD and have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.Sidon/Zidon was against GOD and suffered loss. What will it take to teach all men that GOD's Way is the only way? One Day!

Hebrews 11:17-31 continues to tell of those who believed GOD.Faith is belief in action and deed.We cannot separate obedience from faith and love.How can two walk together except they be agreed? Hear,believe,receive and demonstrate in obedience.

Psalm 111:1-10 We get to praise GOD. We get to see His handiwork and then we get to say thank you and Amen.Live like it is so as recorded in v10"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom:" Do you have good understanding? If not, why not? Selah.

Proverbs 27:15-16 We need to act right and be grateful. We all must work at making our homes a place of quite and peace AND without contentions.Be right/do right. pj
12 November is a good day to start the year with in absolute obedience to truth.

Ezekiel 24:1-26:21 Please take time to date and mark your daily reading.GOD went to much trouble to remind His prophet to keep a journal, even though the events in Jerusalem were different than those in Babylon.GOD is not bound nor limited by time or location.We need to learn of His attributes and observe His conduct so that we may be better representatives of His salvation.We need to read to know that when GOD said"I will do it", He will do it.This must impact our concept of GOD.We live in a different circumstance today, but GOD stills requires of us to as a sign to the lost and rebellious people.We must appreciate the significance of "One Day" GOD will make all things right, because today is our day to share the good news, GOD is coming!

Hebrews 11:1-16 records the impact of hearing and believing GOD. Is your name written down in the Book of Life as a believer?Can it be said of us"he pleased GOD."

Psalm 110:1-7 allows us to see GOD!GOD is the King!Jesus is Lord and High Priest!

Proverbs 27:14 Who are you blessing today? Direct your attention to The LORD. pj
11 November Veteran's Day, my mother's birthday and a spiritual birthday for some of our friends. Are you a veteran? Are you a child of The King?Only one of these questions will be important in 100 years.All men can answer "yes" to both of these questions.Are you saved? Tell someone about your new birth as you serve in the Army of The Lord Jesus Christ and be careful of your conduct. We represent GOD.

Ezekiel 23:1-49 The LORD is concerned about how His children act.Let us be careful in all of our dealings with the opposite sex in public and in private.Let us be mindful of our vow to our LORD and Saviour as we are to our mate.Let us focus on Who GOD is and how He operates so that we do not offend Him nor misrepresent Him.

Hebrew 10:18-39 Hear,read,see,believe,receive the Word and be saved, then act like it is so.Church time and participation is biblical.We are His children and He is our Heavenly Father and He wants us to know and obey His Truths.

Psalm 109:1-31 calls for all to call upon GOD to save them.How do you pray for deliverance?If you are now down and out, where is GOD?Believe v31 and rest in Him. pj
10 November Read to know Him is always the proper motivation regardless of the day or time. Let us be diligent in pursuing The LORD.

Ezekiel 21:1-22:31 reminds us of the consistent pursuit by GOD for His people. Count the number of times you have read"and the word of the LORD came unto to me, saying".What do you learn about GOD because of His conduct?Remember to focus on GOD and not the spokesman.Gain a fresh prospective of The LORD's Holiness and let this influence your concept of GOD.When all things appear to be out of control, focus on GOD.Stewardship is the way for us to learn about our GOD. We reap what we sow.

Hebrews 10:1-17 tells us again of the value of the blood of The Lord Jesus as compared to that of animals.Seek The Lord as you read to know Him.Believe His words!

Psalm 108:1-13 Is your heart fixed?If so, take v13 as a mandate for service.Selah. pj

Monday, November 9, 2009

9 November Monday is a good day to remember all the great and good things GOD has done for us,yesterday,today and will do tomorrow.Make a list of what you have because of your salvation experience. Focus on what The LORD has done through The Lord Jesus Christ and not on "your" experience. Can you say "I am accepted in the beloved"? Please pray we me about David Tumlin, our daughter-in-law's father, and his sickness.There are many who are facing medical treatment,extended illness and heart ache.Seek to pray in agreement with The Lord Jesus Christ to The Father about all matters.Have you considered how GOD was praying for the children in Jerusalem during the time of Ezekiel and Daniel? Have you considered how Jesus is praying for you and me NOW?Let us seek to pray in agreement with The Lord for His creation.

Ezekiel 20:1-49 Stewardship is becoming more demanding. We, like those in Jerusalem, will be required to give an account of ALL of GOD's gifts and blessings and how we caused The LORD to get glory.We need to be grateful for the watchcare of GOD in that of providing a remnant for all of us.We need to be alert to our conduct so that we do not offend our GOD. Holiness should follow conversion.One Day there will be a gathering of all of GOD's children.First/next the RAPTURE will cause all of the Christians to be gathered unto Heaven to be with The LORD, then the 7 years of tribulation and then The Revelation of The Lord Jesus Christ to initiate the 1000year reign in Jerusalem for The Jews. All of this for His Name's sake!

Hebrews 9:13-28 reminds us of The Blood of Jesus that cleanses us of all our sins, yet without the shedding of blood there is no remission of sin. The choice is to trust GOD's promise or our own blood to appease GOD's wrath for sin.Choose GOD's way.

Psalm 107:1-43 Will we say"GODS is good!"Would we praise The LORD for His goodness!Let us be satisfied that His mercy endureth for ever!Seek to be wise and know GOD.

Proverbs 27:11 How we act on earth demonstrates our respect for our GOD. The Lord will give an account of our life to The LORD so let us make Him glad and do right. pj
8 November YEA! Sunday School and Church.What a wonderful day with the activities for the Veterans, preaching and a fantastic piano presentation that praised GOD.
Just a reminder that it is best to read your 365 KJV Bible before my notes. Oh how I wish all our students were in good health and in class each Sunday.

Proverbs 27:10 reminds us to mind our own business and observe/respect boundaries.

Psalm 106:32-48 tells us of the consequence of unbelief and disobedience.We must be aware of GOD's presence. We ought to be thankful for His mercy and praise Him daily.

Hebrews 9:1-12 we should pray for divine clarity as we read and ask GOD to illumine His Scriptures so that we know the difference of a figure and the real Person of GOD.We need to believe the work accomplished by Jesus is Finished and that He is in Heaven interceding for believers.It is His blood that makes us clean!

Ezekiel 18:1-19:14 How many times have we read that "The Word of The LORD came to Ezekiel"? Take time to look at Hebrews 9:27. Learn the truth about sin and appreciate how GOD hates sin,BUT loves the sinner.Each man is responsible and will be accountable to The Omniscient GOD for his conduct whether by thought and or deed.Read to know GOD and seek to see His attributes (v18:32). We ought to be saddened and broken hearted about sin.We will suffer the consequence for our sins.pj
7 November Saturday and what a day for a parade.It is good to brag and boast about how GOD has blessed The USA.It is sad to report how we have responded to The LORD's leadership.We need to pray with confession, repentance and a broken heart about our personal sins and those of our nation.We have turned our backs on GOD. Please read to know Him. Ask to understand how we are similar to Israel and learn from their sins of unbelief and idolatry and pray that we repent to GOD and have faith in Jesus.

Ezekiel 16:43-17:24 seek to understand GOD's law of sowing and reaping. We,like Israel, are stewards of ALL of the Truth that is around us.All mankind is impacted by creation and a conscience that points men to GOD. You and I are blessed by these gifts PLUS we have Christ. Verse 16:47 makes it very clear about the way of all men. I hope you read this report and blush at the conduct of Israel and all the Jews and sincerely seek The LORD.Pay attention to how often GOD says "I Will".

Hebrews 8:1-13 We all need to draw a line in the sand and say"I believe GOD!" Read to know how GOD The Father feels about Jesus, His Son. How do you feel about Him?Read and be grateful and thankful to GOD for Him and His Son.We have His testament.

Psalm 106:13-31 continues the history lesson of how The LORD deals with Israel coming out of Egypt and in the wilderness.Read and FOCUS on GOD and His attributes.

Proverbs 27:7-9 We need to learn to be satisfied with our life as The LORD has put it together.Be grateful for all His gifts and appreciate godly friends. Selah.Amen.pj

Friday, November 6, 2009

6 November Friday, what a beautiful day!Take time to thank The LORD for His gift of life.Some will prosper today and some will die. Some will be prepared for eternity and some will trust in their self-righteousness to be adequate to appease GOD,The Righteous Judge, for their sin of unbelief and offenses against GOD.

Ezekiel 14:12-16:42 How many times must GOD speak before we respond promptly and correctly?How much patience does GOD have?Do we learn from these reports? If not,why not? We need to learn and understand that salvation from the wrath of GOD for our sin is personal.No one is excused by another. Only sons of GOD will go to heaven!No one may enter because of a family tie.Each person must be accepted by GOD and considered righteous by The LORD.The LORD declared three men to be examples of righteousness suitable for heaven, Noah,Daniel and Job. Daniel is a peer of Ezekiel.Pay attention to the four examples

Hebrews 7:18-28 be sure you hear what is being said about the law.Read v25 and agree with GOD that Jesus is The Only Way to The Father.Read to know Him, believe what you read and act on The Truth. It is finished and Jesus is Our High Priest for ever.

Psalm 106:1-12 We need to Praise The LORD. We need to learn how Israel treated GOD and how GOD treated Israel. Pray to praise in patience. Be honest and confess GOD.

Proverbs 27:3-6 Are you proud that you are not envious? Are you honest?Are you consider a faithful child of GOD? Selah. Amen. pj

Thursday, November 5, 2009

5 November Thursday and we get to live in America and enjoy the benefits given to us by our forefathers.Take time to look around you and then try to give credit to some old people who sacrificed for you.Look into the heavens to see if there are any clouds and then declare "This could be the day that Jesus comes in the clouds and He will call me by mane to come up hither to be with The Lord".If not today, perhaps in the morning.Do you have your wedding garments handy?Do you have oil in your lamp?

Ezekiel 12:1-14:11 we learn that we, like Ezekiel, are always on display in the world so that men may see GOD in us.Where is your stuff? How many "snap shots" of GOD in action did you see?How many times has GOD spoken about the sins of His people?What have you learned about their conduct that has changed the way you think and act?One Day GOD will accomplish His wrath on Jerusalem and the children. One day GOD will bless His People and they will live in Jerusalem for 1000 years.Please be careful about idols and lying prophets. Read your KJV Bible and know The Truth.

Hebrews 7:1-17 reminds us that Jesus is God-man and had appeared to Abraham as the preincarnate Christ known as the King of Salem-Melchisedec priest of the most high GOD for ever.Jesus, as Priest, is superior to Moses and the Levitical priesthood.

Psalm 105:39-45 Praise GOD for himself and His provisions. Be thankful that The LORD does not forget His promises.We are blessed to be a blessing. How did you do today?

Proverbs 27:3 tells us to be alert to all circumstances.

How much do we take for granite?The tragedy at Fort Hood,TX when 12 were killed and 31 wounded during the shoot out of a disgruntled soldier and police. Please pray for timely and accurate reporting of this event. This will have an impact on all military personnel. Fighting men need to be surrounded by good soldiers. Pray that good men become good soldiers and it would be BEST that men who claim to be Christians would join first and serve as good soldiers and ministers.Men are willing to be severely wounded or killed for us so that we get to choose how to act. If you love your freedom, thank your military.Pray for the families affected by this event.No man knows the hour of his death, but then the judgment.Are you ready to die?
4 November What a day to be saved and enjoying The LORD.Hope you are reading to know Him and His Spirit is bearing witness with your spirit that you are His child and in fellowship with Him.How can two walk together except they be agreed?There is a lot of trials,testing and heartbreak going on today. We are not in the same kind of distress as those in Jerusalem in the days of Jeremiah, yet.Hope you read regularly and diligently seek to see and sense GOD as His attributes are made known to us daily. Betty and I get to read early each morning on our patio and then get to see the sun enter into the garden and brighten the multitude of colors in the plants and grasses.GOD is Awesome!His handiwork is breathtaking!The Word is True and the Truth!
**Reminder** please read your 365 Bible 1st before these personal comments.Thanks **

Proverbs 27:1-2 Boasting is very similar to pride. we all need to be careful about tooting our own horn.Seek GOD's wisdom and let His Spirit tell us the time and day.

Psalm 105:16-38 provides us a review of Jewish history and we should learn from their experiences with GOD.We may model our testimony like this psalm and constantly brag about what The LORD has done for us since our salvation.Focus on Him. Selah.

Hebrews 6:1-20 directs our attention to church business.Consider v1-6 as a factual statement about"once saved always saved".There may be tares among the wheat, but let The Holy Spirit cut them out.Hear what GOD is saying about Himself and believe Him to be true and just.Be thankful for the opportunity to meet with GOD The Lord.Amen.

Ezekiel 10:1-11:25 Remember that Ezekiel is living in Babylon and that The LORD causes him to be transported to observe what is happening in Jerusalem.Focus on GOD.The judgment of GOD on Jerusalem is being carried out with mercy and take hope that He will deal with us as He deals with the Jewish remnant.One Day all will be assembled in Jerusalem and Jesus will be Ruler.But now there will about 70 years of captivity for some of the Jews and the temple will be destroyed.The wage of SIN is death.Learn of the sin/sins that these Jewish people were involved with and make sure that you are not doing similar sins.GOD will provide a way out!Trust The LORD!pj

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

3 November Tuesday. Get out to vote!Where were you in 1999?Where will you be in 2019?Take time to be Holy and then to record how and what The LORD is doing in your life.

Ezekiel 7:1-9:11 It is easier to keep this in order when we remember where Ezekiel is during these scriptures.We need to focus on GOD and notice His attributes during these scenes. This reading will impact and refine our concept of The LORD.What is hidden in your chambers of your imagery?GOD sees all and knows all, get over it, you cannot hide any thing from GOD. Our choice is to be in agreement with The LORD or to be in disagreement. GOD may treat us the same way as He treated these ancients of the house of Israel. We are stewards of all that we have and we will give an accounting one day.We need to read to know Him. We need to fear GOD. We need to be grateful that GOD has put His mark on us. We can see today that GOD is fair, Holy, just and looking for the mark on every person. The salvation work is finished.

Hebrews 5:1-15 tells us again that Jesus is superior to Moses, faith comes before works,God expects fruit in our lives and we will give an accounting to what we have received.Please don't be dull of hearing.Strive to be like Jesus Christ. Amen.

Psalm 105:1-15 charges us to known Jewish history. We must seek The LORD. Selah.

Proverbs 26:28 warns us to be careful with what/how we say anything for it might come back upon us. GOD hates lying, yet loves liars. Amen. pj
??? Are you registered to vote and did you vote?

Monday, November 2, 2009

2 November Monday Review day and we are still here.Have you made your list of salvation truths? These will encourage you and assist you when you give your testimony. Start out with "I can because He has..., or I am because He did..." and include those promises that tell you of eternal life, forgiveness of sin/sins and that He is coming back to get you.Make much about what GOD has said and done.

Ezekiel 3:16-6:14 What has GOD made clear to you that you should do for Him?We, those that are saved, are ministers of reconciliation. Are we busy doing our Father's business? If not, why not?We are stewards and we are responsible to GOD.We cannot say we love GOD and not obey His commandments. If you love Me....We are to tell what we have heard to all that we are sent to warn.We need to believe that, according to the scriptures, we are important and useful to the LORD.We should think of ourselves as the receivers of truth from GOD and when we hear, just like reading your Bible, we should be led of The holy Spirit and tell all we know about GOD.Circumstances should not cause us to disobey.Consider what is at risk.

Hebrews 4:1-16 ask the question about our peace. Are we resting in the finished work of salvation? Are you searching for grace,peace,love and harmony in the right place?Have you been to the throne room of GOD in heaven?Where do you go to meet with GOD?

Psalm 104:25-35 What make you to want to sing to GOD? When in doubt, seek GOD diligently,believe what He has said and expect truth,mercy and love to overtake you.

Proverbs 26:27 be careful where you dig and walk, especially at night.. Selah.Amen.pj
1 November Sunday is here and we are here and there are clouds in the sky. When will He come and get us?Thank The LORD for visitors to the class. Oh that all the regulars would be on time and in class.We have only 60 more days this year. Hopefully we will be able to give out many certificates for those who have read through their 365 this year. If you have PLEASE let me know so that we can get the certificate signed and prepared for presentation in January.Pray for the lost and for families that are in great spiritual/mental/physical stress and turmoil. Pray for those who have lost family members by death.Oh that we might lament for lost people as Jeremiah lamented over Jerusalem.GOD cares!Remember Romans 5:8.

Ezekiel 1:1-3:15 records the Holy conversation between The LORD and His prophet Ezekiel while he was in captivity in Babylon at the time Jerusalem was being destroyed.Please read to know Him and don't get too involved with trying to decipher the unusual beings appearing to the prophet. Focus on GOD.Note the phrase""This was the appearance of the likeness of... Note the name of GOD in v2:4. Learn the holy sequence to pleasing GOD by v5 in that all must hear,trust and obey. All must submit and do the will of GOD or we will left out and alone.We may learn a missionary truth in that GOD always sends men to men not to dirt.It is always best to wait on GOD.

Hebrews 3:1-19 Jesus is superior to Moses.Adjust your concept of GOD as required.We must learn from the Old Testament and appreciate what we have in Jesus Christ our Saviour.Be encouraged as you read when you see His attributes displayed because of the teaching by The Holy Spirit.We need to rest-stop our labor and love GOD. Amen.

Psalm 104:1-24 How big is GOD to you?Consider His works and be amazed.Look for His handiwork in your circumstance, but diligently seek Him and focus on GOD.It is His presence that satisfies. Read to know HIM! Selah.

Proverbs 26:24-26 One of the things GOD hates is lying. Do you fear GOD? Amen. pj

Saturday, October 31, 2009

31 October Saturday and getting ready for Sunday. Ate a great meal of fried catfish at Cotton Patch while on a date with my wife. We agreed that this was the BEST catfish (imoaot) in Parker County.Hope to see you tomorrow in SS and church. I'm sure you set your clocks back and that you will be on time ready to be blessed. This year, it is going fast, 305 days gone and 60 remaining in this year.Stay by the stuff and keep on reading to know Him.

Lamentation 4:1-5:22 As you read, take note of how many times you say "oh me", count the snap shots of GOD given and adjust your concept of GOD as you see His hatred for sin, yet mercy and longsuffering for the sinners.Have you ever prayed for any one like this?Have you ever seen something beautiful, good and pleasant self-destruct?We are reading what The LORD is saying about Jerusalem and His children.He is broken hearted because of their sin of unbelief. Is He happy with our attitude about sin?

Hebrews 2:1-18 The scriptures cry out for all to pay attention to GOD. We must realize the wage of sin and consider the consequence of our disobedience.No One can neglect GOD's salvation and live.Jesus is superior to all!Adjust your concept of GOD and His salvation to be in alignment with these scriptures.

Psalm 103:1-22 Accept these promises, enjoy The LORD and be sensitive to the conditions.Adore GOD for His lovingkindness and mercy according to v10-12.Comply with the standard of conduct for GOD's children as shown in v21-22. Bless The LORD.

Proverbs 26:23 There is nothing beautiful about a liar nor his lies.Selah. Amen. pj



*imoaot=in my opinion as of today

Friday, October 30, 2009

30 October Friday, getting ready for Sunday. Betty and I celebrate our 32nd anniversary of The New Birth. We both received forgiveness from GOD The Father of all of our sin/sins and are no longer under His wrath. We have been adopted into His family because we heard, believed, received and trust the GOSPEL.The verses in IICor 5:17-21 are true in our lives and we are grateful and thankful for His Mercy and Grace. We would hope that all men/women/children enjoy GOD's favor of Salvation. This day in 1996 I bought my KJV 365 Bible and started reading as a daily devotion to feed myself.It seemed fresh and new this morning as it did at the first reading.I pray all would take up the habit of reading through The 365 KJV Bible on a daily basis, and be reading when the trumpet sounds are the shadow of death passes over.

Proverbs 26:21-23 Oh that we would not be contentious.We must be careful of our thought life and our conversation, we are GOD's children and we ought to act right.

Hebrews 1:1-14 gives us much proof of who Jesus is and where He was in the beginning. Jesus is GOD! Jesus is GOD-man and as The Son He is the only way to The Father. He is not an angel, but GOD sends angels to minister to the believers.Let v8 be the beginning of your understanding and appreciation that GOD is True. Read to know Him.

Psalm 102:1-28 Each of us ought to write out our prayers, check our grammar and pay attention to how we spell the names of GOD.It is best to relate your prayers to The Word so as to remind The LORD that you know, fear and respect Him. Read His promises for you and your children and thank The LORD for His presence in your life. Selah.

Lamentations 2:20-3:66 ought to cause your heart to break. How do you have pity, compassion and concern for those Jews in Jerusalem and today not be broken hearted for the USA.Try to imagine what GOD was expressing to His prophet that would so influence him to lament for these people.This must influence your concept of GOD. In the midst of these 5 chapters is a truth that we must grasp,believe and trust or when hard times come our way we will be undone.Look at v3:21-23-25 and let these true words not be lost from your memory. Focus on The LORD our Lord! Amen. Amen. pj

Thursday, October 29, 2009

29 October Thursday may be filled with storms and rain, even so there are clouds in the sky, this could be The Day that Jesus comes and calls out His Church/Bride and all those that are saved will be received by The Lord. Are you ready? 32 years ago Betty and I were as lost as could be.Had we died 32 years ago we would have been separated from GOD and been put into the grave in our sin/sins awaiting the judgment. The first verse I heard was Hebrews 9:27 and it is still true today. Since we were saved on the 30th of October,1977 we have been sons of GOD!We will always be sons of GOD!We cannot ever not be the sons of GOD!Look at John 10:27-30. Believe and trust Him,GOD cannot lie.I thank the LORD that on 29 October 1996 I bought my KJV 365Bible while visiting a Logos Boat-book sale and by the grace of GOD have been reading this Bible for myself as a personal devotion since then.I read my 365 Bible to know Him.I do not read it to make Him happy with me. GOD loves me! I sincerely hope you experience the joy of reading to know Him from now to eternity.I pray we continue to read daily and meet often to discuss Him and His attributes.He is GOD.

Lamentations 1:1-2:19 has 5 chapters and we will finish this book in a few days.This is a sad report of a real event, Jerusalem is destroyed.The highest thought in this book may be v3:23b"great is thy faithfulness."The sadness will be more intense when you consider how the penman may have watched this destruction coming for more than 40years and it finally came to pass exactly as GOD had said.What do you mourn over?Read this segment as facts. Count the times you say"oh me" and try to imagine your pain if this had been your home and all your friends have been taken.In all this turmoil you must see GOD.This will impact your concept of GOD and His Holiness.

Philemon 1:1-25 is a wonderful story of intercession by one man to another for another.What a picture of The Lord ever making intercession for us.Have you ever forgiven a repentant offender? Have you ever wished someone to be kind to you and forgive your transgressions?This letter is an excellent example of how to write a letter or petition for relief.How do you appeal to GOD for forgiveness for your sins?GOD uses men to win men.Saving someone may cost you time,money,effort and your life.We are to be like Jesus Christ in mind and deed.May GOD cause us to be true.

Psalm 101:1-8 displays the proper attitude about dealing with GOD and people.All of our actions should be based on the condition of a perfect heart. How is your heart? Perfect relates to being singled minded and committed. Wholly Holy is the goal.

Proverbs 26:20 tells us how to enjoy life, to be at peace with our fellowman and to honor GOD.Speak truth and tell no lies and be led of The Spirit of GOD.Perfect. pj

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

28 October Wednesday and we have an opportunity to meet with our brothers and sisters at the church building and enjoy singing and praising The LORD. We get to be edified by preaching of The word of GOD. It is best for you to read your KJV 365 daily before considering this blog otherwise my thoughts may not edify you.

Proverbs 26:18-19 allows us to see the impact of gossip,lies and false reports. We must be careful to be truthful and timely.Our friends can be influenced by our conduct as well as the enemy may cause them to misunderstand our deeds. Be/Do right.

Psalm 100:1-5 requires us to admit who GOD is and what we think about Him. We should consider this as good advice for our daily activities/conversation. Selah.

Titus 3:1-15 tells the church to pay attention to their concept of GOD. Everything we have is by Jesus Christ from GOD The Father taught by The Holy Spirit. All of the saved are to be fruitful in their works, yet know that we are saved by faith in the finished work of Redemption by Jesus at Calvary. He died,was buried and GOD raised Him from the grave the third according to the Scriptures and whosoever believes this shall be saved.We are justified!!!by His grace for life eternal=without end. Amen.

Jeremiah 51:54-52:34 records the end the book.We have been given many names for GOD and for His enemy.The attributes of GOD are to be considered by us so that we will be saved/converted. The "snap shots" of GOD in action ought to cause us to tremble as we see the destruction of Jerusalem and the ruin of the children of GOD. We must remember there is a remnant set aside by GOD and protected so that the "God-man" may be born in about 500 years.Pay attention to the consistent manner of care given by GOD to His children while they were selfish and willing to believe and follow false gods and trust in hand made idols. We must read to know Him. We must learn from their sins/mistakes so that we do not repeat their experience and be destroyed.Do you wonder why they did not learn from their sins nor heed the words of Jeremiah?The downward spiral of destruction is all around us, Look UP our Redemption draweth nigh. Maranatha.... pj

Monday, October 26, 2009

27 October Tuesday a good day to be busy. Whom do you share some of your free time with that has not professed to be saved?We may be that person's last opportunity to be saved.We are in the ministry of reconciliation, get busy.

Jeremiah 51:1-53 causes us to consider the effects of a hurricane as we try to imagine GOD's description of what He was to do to these people.Look at v51:5 and rethink your concept of GOD.There was a work for the people of GOD to do in Jerusalem and we have a similar responsibility to pay attention to what is happening and to warn the lost of GOD's pending judgment.Babylon has been destroyed once and one day will be destroyed completely.Even in times of peril and captivity The LORD expects His children to be separate and do right.

Titus 2:1-15 reminds us of what we have in the Bible.We have the revealed will of GOD for men,women and children regardless of our station in life.We have the opportunity to represent The Lord, our Saviour and to be a pattern of good works.We are reminded that we are saved by faith,not works, but works ought to follow as evidence of our faith.We ought to follow The Leader, as He leads His Church.

Psalm 99:1-9 How do you adore The LORD? Do you consider yourself wholly committed to being Holy? He is Holy!!Let this psalm be your benchmark for your conduct. Selah.

Proverbs 26:17 reminds us to keep our hands off other peoples dogs and to mind our own business.We need to be good examples of our Saviour and be Christlike. Amen. pj
26 October Monday is the day we try to recall some of the promises and benefits of being born again into the family of GOD.Do you have a list of your inheritance? When you have the opportunity to share your testimony with a friend it is always good to speak positively of who and what you are now because you have been forgiven and adopted by The LORD.Have you been forgiven of all your sin/sins past,present and future?How did you get this gift of forgiveness and eternal life?Who paid the debt you could not pay?How do you know that you are going to live forever?How does GOD's mercy give you confidence? How does the grace of GOD give you strength to live right in a wrong and dirty world?When did your life change where old things went away and all old things became new?How were you quickened and made alive?What makes you sure?If you know the answer to these questions in your life,go and tell the Gospel. Amen.

Proverbs 26:13-16 this should not be so in our lives.We should not be as a sluggard nor slothful in daily activities.Be right and then do right.

Psalm 97:1-98:9 tells us to rejoice in The LORD. We are to love GOD and hate evil.Love the sinners yet hate the sin!We are not in the dark.We are not ignorant of Him and His promises.He is coming to judge the earth, but we to meet Him in the air.

Titus 1:-16 records a personal admonition for a preacher that has application for all believers.We all ought to desire the highest calling. We need to be aware of the qualifications and use these guidelines for our own lives and personal conduct.We have two eyes to see and two ears to hear and a mind to understand and know right from wrong. If we profess to know GOD our works ought to praise Him so that He gets all the glory. Hear,believe and obey The Truth! Be filled and led by The Holy Spirit.

Jeremiah 49:23-50:46 Jerusalem is the epicenter of the world and all around that city is in turmoil,then and today.Look at v50:17-20 and consider your concept of GOD.One Day there will be a new Jerusalem. There are many "snap shots" of GOD given today and each shows us His attributes and or traits. We need to read to know Him. We/they are foolish to fight against GOD.One Day we will see all this come to pass. pj
25 October Sunday is here and we get to go to church.Hope you are ready to meet The LORD and to be with His people as we worship Him in holiness and reverence.We have a guest speaker today and The LORD will bless us with His truth.

Jeremiah 48:1-19:22 warns the children about their enemies and allows us to see today our enemies.GOD is not willing that any perish, but that all men repent to GOD and have faith in Jesus Christ.We must learn from the sins,errors,mistakes and willful disobedience displayed by all the people and nations in and around Jerusalem lest we/ The USA repeat their conduct and suffer their same destruction.Who will intercede for us?We must be grateful for GOD's mercy and thankful for our advocate, The Lord Jesus Christ.Learn about GOD by paying attention to His names.This destruction has not yet taken place, but One Day it will be so as The LORD has said.

2nd Timothy 4:1-22 God causes Paul to tell Timothy how to please GOD.How does this apply to you?Has GOD put you into the ministry?(If you are saved He has put you in the ministry-II Corn 5:17-21)Do you love His appearing?When you write your next letter be careful to praise your GOD.He is watching over us all.

Psalm 95:1-96:13 reminds us to be careful in our worship.We ought to worship on purpose.We do not want The LORD to be grieved with our worship.We ought to tell everyone about out great GOD and Saviour and tell the heathen that The LORD reigneth.We are His sons and He is our LORD and our heavenly Father. Selah. Amen.

Proverbs 26:9-12 tells us that there is nothing hid from GOD.The LORD sees and takes note when a drunk falls or a dog vomits.What do you hope in today?Trust and believe The LORD. Read His Word and diligently seek Him. He will reward you. Amen. pj
24 October Saturday is here and we are still in this vile body.Are you getting ready for Sunday. Read and pray like this is the last day on earth in this life for we could be gone today.Are you rapture ready?Have you made provisions for eternity? Who will go to heaven with you because you witnessed to them?This could be The Day!

Proverbs 26:6-8 tells us about GOD and His prophets.They speak truth and are favored by GOD.We need to prepare ourselves to know right from wrong and not be fooled.

Psalm 94:1-23 tells us about the LORD. He knows everything, He is Omniscient!We ought to gain confidence in our salvation and trust GOD. Read His Word, see His promises and pay attention to their conditions.We get to know GOD!!

2nd Timothy 2:22-3:17 teaches us about godliness and GOD honoring conduct. We need to be alert to doctrine and obedient to truth.We need not to be surprised if the world hates us. Apply v3:12-15 and believe GOD. Act like you are a child of The King.

Jeremiah 44:24-47:7 tells us that, like the disobedient children that ran from GOD, you can run but you cannot hide,His will will be done.If we have the truth, why will we not believe what we read and obey what we see?We are all stewards of GOD's revelation through creation, conscience and Jesus Christ and it is always best to hear and then to obey.Look at v46:10 and determine if this impacts your concept of GOD?Look at v47:1 and see where GOD is not.There is nothing hid from GOD and there is nothing too hard for The LORD. Read to know Him and refine your concept of him. pj
23 October Friday and I am way behind in posting the blog. We have been reading, but with guest in the house it is not easy to get on line and write. Hope all is well in your place and that you too have been reading to know Him.We all need to check our motive often, so as not to think we must do this or that to get Him to love us.

Jeremiah 42:1-44:23 records that Jeremiah is a good hearer of the petitions from the people as well a good hearer of what thus saith The LORD.The problem with the Jews was that they did not always like what they were being told, does this sound familiar?We are fortunate to have the complete will of GOD available to us today written in our tongue, available to every man, we do not have to be ignorant nor disobedient to GOD's commands.We need to learn from this scripture how to act and what not to do.

2nd Timothy 2:1-21 causes us to be aware of our conduct and that of others. We are to be a good soldier of Jesus Christ.No one wants to be around a bad soldier. Let me define "bad" as any thing short of your best.We have His Spirit and His Word. Remember,1st Be Right and then do right.

Psalm 92:1-93:5 reminds us that we are the agents selected by GOD to represent Him in this world that He might get the glory.Take note of Him and admire an adore Him for who He is, say v5 often.Be encouraged by His conduct and enjoy Him and His Word.

Proverbs 26:3-5 Are you a good listener? Be diligent to pay attention to what you HEAR, note who is speaking and seek to do the will of GOD daily.Be loyal to GOD. pj

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Thursday 22nd October Something funny happened on the display Read to know Him on a regular daily basis and your habit will be sound and worthwhile. Psalm 119:9-11 pj

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Read your 365 KJV Bible 1st; then consider my thoughts and be provoked to know Him.
22 October Thursday A great day for an interview. Rain, rain and more rain, oh that the creeks,ponds,lakes,wells and aquifer get filled.Let us be grateful and thankful that we do not have fires.Went out to play golf this AM and the course was wet and the wind was strong. I may have found wisdom while looking for a tee, I decided it was tooooo cold and going home was wiser, so I went home.Isn't it amazing how much common sense we have as a gift from The LORD.I am now high,dry and warm and the children are coming this PM. This is the good life. Hope you have been blessed today.

Psalm 90:1-91:16 reminds me of my age. I am grateful to be living in the years of my strength, I am numbering my days and looking forward to"fly away",Maranatha.Let us be thankful for the promises given by GOD.It is neat to read key words such as; me, thee,he,my,thy,I and him and realize some of what The LORD has done and will do.Take time to review His attributes of Greatness,Goodness and Genuineness. He is Worthy!!

Proverbs 26:1-2 if things seem odd, they probably are.Everything has a purpose. Let us seek wisdom from GOD to know what to do and how to accomplish His will daily.

2nd Timothy 1:1-18 allows us to know Paul's feeling and concern for Timothy. Focus on how and why GOD moves on men to serve others and then see how GOD is moving circumstances in your life to be used so that you may represent Him today.Put v7 into practice daily.We are not our own, we belong to our Saviour,act like it is so.

Jeremiah 39:1-41-18 shows us how GOD intervenes in the life of His children when they appear to be overcome by the enemy. Read to know Him and concentrate on what The LORD does and look past the blessings to see His hand and heart.Be amazed at what GOD did to protect and save His prophet.We have been reading about this day for almost 40 chapters, why should we be surprised at the manner of GOD in dealing with rebellious children who are bent on lying and deception. The wage of sin is death!Pay attention to the names of GOD and watch how He shows His attributes. He is GOD!pj

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

21 October Wednesday and raining on the garden that The LORD has given us to be caretakers in for His glory and our joy. I'm looking forward to the opportunity to burn some pinon wood in our fire pit as we read early in the AM.The aroma,vista and company I get to keep is a little heaven on earth.Hope you are enjoying the company you get to keep.Love your freedom, Thank your military! Care for others first.

Proverbs 25:28 Read and heed!This is a GREAT Principal for living.Read/believe/obey.

1st Timothy 6:1-21 This concludes the first letter to Timothy. GOD caused Paul to have a burden for this young man and he wanted to help him. Paul wanted Timothy to be used by GOD to help the people of Ephesus. This is happening in the local churches today.Paul stressed that Godliness should be Timothy's mantel. This is appropriate for all believers today. We are the Church. We ought to act like GOD's children.

Psalm 89:38-52 This concludes the psalm. What have you learned about The LORD? What have you learned about yourself? Read to know Him.GOD has not and will not change!!What He has said He will perform.Time does not limit nor restrain GOD.Remember what you have in GOD because of The Lord Jesus Christ.Are you IN Christ? Be grateful.

Jeremiah 37:1-38:28 records many sad and hard events in the life of Jeremiah.We must remember WHO controls ALL events and be attentive to the voice of GOD. The LORD uses men to serve men. What an exciting event, we get to observe the world's very first"extraction" out of the pit. GOD always has the solution/answer to every question/ and provides a means of escape-GOD never leaves us alone. Let us accept the admonition of v38:20 and obey the voice of The LORD. Amen. pj
20 October Tuesday windy and warm, what a day.Finally got my truck back under my control and I am tired of driving rentals that have been used by smokers. Forgive me, but 2nd hand smoke is dangerous. Pray for those people are controlled by drugs(nicotine) and booze of any kind.It is NOT a sickness, it is a bad habit.GOD is the answer and GOD alone.It always starts with "just one ...." Go by the entrance to any hospital and watch for people(old) standing near the door with their oxygen bottles in tow smoking.This is dangerous,fire and oxygen don't care who gets burned. This is a hobby horse for me. What bothers you, no one getting saved or toooo long a sermon?

Jeremiah 35:1-36:32 Jeremiah was used by The LORD to tell truth to a lost and dying people who were bent on backsliding.Is this where we of The USA are today?We need to be thankful for door keepers.What is the price to pay for obedience to The LORD and His Word as compared with the cost of just simple disobedience? Look at Hebrews 9:27 How is your concept of GOD affected by your reading today? Can you see the call and ministry of those called missionaries in v36:6-7? Man may cut up or even burn the bible, but GOD's Word is not made untrue or impotent by the acts of disregard by silly people who choose to be willfully ignorant.Who have you shared this wonderful truth-Salvation-Gospel good news with today?

1st Timothy 5:1-25 Paul gives advice to Timothy and GOD allows us in the church to overhear the instruction so that we may be obedient and be co-laborers with the pastor and Jesus Christ our Lord,as the church obeys the great commission. We ought to work and be good stewards and be aware of those who WILL NOT work.

Psalm 89:14-37 provides for us several "snap shots" of Jesus Christ.Read to know Him and then believe His promises. Increase your faith(read)daily and then trust GOD.

Proverbs 25:25-27 warns us about being prompt and obedient. What good is good news if it is tooooo late?Watch your plate, toooo much of a good thing is bad. Amen pj

Monday, October 19, 2009

October 19 Monday and a lot can be accomplished, for example Betty and I get to read our 365 together and pray, have breakfast, get the AC repair/winter preparation check-up, get my GMC into the body shop for repair, mow/fertilize the yard, shop for a new rose bush, lunch on the patio, build a natural rock elevated plant yard art, haul rocks to line the gift tree bed and then crash/wow what a day. Hopefully the golf game tomorrow will help ease the kinks out of my back. We need to pray for old people to have more wisdom about projects. Tomorrow may come and we might opt out of an opportunity to serve some one in need. We have The LORD and He has each of us in His Hand. We are accepted in The Beloved! We are redeemed and forgiven,justified.

Psalm 89:1-13 reminds us of who we are in The LORD.Look at His Names and consider what He has and is doing in your personal life.He is Omnipotent and All Knowing.

Proverbs 25:23-24 If you are a husband and GOD has given you a help mate that is a not a brawling woman and you have not thanked GOD today, even right now, shame on you.If you are a woman, how does The LORD consider your ways at home?Be angry, but sin not and do not gossip nor cause GOD to consider you a backbiter. Amen

1st Timothy 4:1-16 calls us to account for our conduct before during and after marriage.Doctrine ALWAYS comes FIRST before conduct.Be right and then do right.

Jeremiah 33:1-34:22 shares with us a verse that is generally taken out of context.Consider v33:3 in light of what has been happening in Jeremiah's life for the last several chapters, then believe and trust this verse and The LORD who said the verse to His child.The Lord Jesus is being foretold to the Jews of Jerusalem, One Day He will come as Messiah to the Jews and they will reject Him.We must see that Jesus is GOD-man! He is The LORD our righteousness!Read to know Him. Amen. pj
October 18 Sunday all day long. We are fortunate to have a patio where we can read and see "The Sun" enter into our garden.We get to listen to the 1st Baptist Church of Dallas as we dress and prepare each Sunday AM.We had a fair number for SS Class and our AM service was biblical and edifying. The senior saints shared lunch and this is always a easy and comfortable time with good food and fellowship.The PM service was plain and challenging making each of us to consider why we act the way we do.It is neat to see young people grow up in the church, get engaged and prepare for their wedding day and we get to enjoy a "shower of blessings" time with them. It was a busy and exciting Sunday and I'm looking forward to next week already, hoping that Jesus will come in the clouds. Let us continue to read to know Him until He does.

Jeremiah 31:27-32:44 tells all of us the TRUTH.We need to learn from these scriptures how to hear and heed our Father's instruction.When you pray next, spend a lot of time reminding GOD of His Promises.We need to understand that GOD as shown in the Old Testament is the "SAME" GOD of the New Testament and today AND He does not lie nor change.Take and believe v32:27 as it reads! One day The LORD will accomplish v32:39but between now and that One Day there must be the rapture of the church and the 7 years of tribulation. Are you ready for the rapture? If not,why not?

1st timothy 3:1-16 all must hear the Gospel in order to be saved and then some will be called to lead others in their walk with The LORD. All of us need to act right in the church and The LORD puts a man in charge to act in His behalf. Follow the leader.

Psalm 88:1-18 allows us to see how GOD deals with His children.Be careful as or when you cry unto GOD that you look for His mercy and lovingkindness. He is near. Selah.

Proverbs 25:20-22 tells us to be led of The LORD as we deal with others.It is good to check your motive before you act, but we need to act/follow GOD. Amen. pj
October 17 Saturday and Sunday in coming. Read to know Him is a heart matter and not a matter of getting The LORD to love us because we read daily. Increase your faith and express your confidence through your trust in what GOD has said. Believe Him!

Proverbs 25:18-19 tells us to be truthful and careful who we trust.If you have ever had a broken tooth it will cause you pain, now choose your "friends" by The Book.

1st Timothy 2:1-15 sets the standard for the(young)preacher. We can learn what GOD expects of His ministers and then we may be more apt to pray and support the work in and through the church.TRUTH,v5, there is only one(1) mediator;the man Christ Jesus.

Psalm 87:1-7 reminds us to focus on the builder and not the building.GOD is and will continue to keep records of all the deeds,thoughts,intents and words of His children.

Jeremiah 30:1-31:26 allows us to see many "snapshots" of The LORD at work that day in Jerusalem and He tells of the restoration that the Jews will enjoy "one day" and also projects there will a Messiah to come to save and be their King. The promises are specific for the Jews, yet it shows the desire of GOD's heart that all be saved, so these apply to us in principal.Look at v31:1-11 and re-evaluate your concept of GOD. But until then, be right and do right as you set markers for others to see. pj

Thursday, October 15, 2009

October 16 Friday and Sunday is coming. I am grateful for a day with Sun Shine and a light breeze.Hope you are planning for Sunday. It would be a great surprise if all the students were on time and prepared, but the teacher decided to take care of some other business and just did not show up for class. We all are accountable to GOD for our faithfulness and James 4:17 is the rule to determine right or wrong. Remember we do not encourage anyone to read their 365 Bible just to please GOD so that He will love them, we read so that we might know Him. He loves us regardless!Learn Truth.

Psalm 86:1-17 may be used to set the tone for the reading today.We have the divine opportunity to pray. GOD is Holy and only wholly Holy people enter into His presence.Jeremiah,Paul,Timothy,Solomon,David and you and me may make the same request as it is written in v11-13 and expect the same divine response that was given in Psalm 78:72 "So that He fed them according to the integrity of His heart; and guided them with the skillfulness of His hands".GOD is Omnipresent!!!

Jeremiah 28:1-29:32 Who is telling the truth? It started in the garden and is still going on today,what is truth? We are allowed to overhear some heavenly conversation and The LORD declares what is truth. What do you use as the RULE and GUIDE for truth and honesty?If you are not using the Holy KJV Bible as the truth, what are you using?We need to understand that we are responsible to GOD as stewards of His WORD.If we are not attentive to what is being said from the Bible, we may be misled by a man.In the days of Jeremiah there were prophets speaking that were not from GOD. They will give an account of their faith and actions.Look at the sins of the people of Judah and compare them to the conduct of America today and be warned.GOD is listening.

1st Timothy 1:-20 allows us to know the charge given to Timothy about pastoral care and see the emphasis on GOD places on godliness in His servants.Timothy was warned about his conduct as well as the conduct of others that might influence him. The LAW is good and it will always show man his sinfulness.We need to be thankful for GOD's mercy and The GOSPEL.How is your conscience?Did you increase your faith today? Be aware of who you were, who you are today and who you will be in 100 years. Amen

Proverbs 25:17 advises us to not overstay our welcome. We are to be wise and respectful of others privacy and space. Be specific in your prayers. Selah. Amen. pj