Apr 11th It is Saturday and do you "wonder" what was going on 2000 years ago while Jesus was in the tomb? Aren't you glad that you have read Genesis 3:15, Matthew, Mark and the Psalms to assure you of the forgiveness of sin, no longer under the wrath of GOD, are accepted in The Beloved and that you have eternal life?YEA & Amen! Hope to see in our worship service this coming Lord's Day. If you see any clouds in the sky think about His promise of returning to bring us to The Father. Look up our redemption draweth neigh. Maranatha. Selah. Who will be in heaven because of your testimony, giving, sharing, going and interceding for them to GOD?
Joshua 3:1-4:24 reveals how GOD used Joshua to prepare and lead the children through the Jordan river and set up camp in Gilgal.All the promises made to Moses are transferred to Joshua for the glory of GOD.The commandment concerning the 12 stones taken out of the river bed and the 12 stones placed in the river bed are to be used as a testimony of GOD's power, provision, presence, promises and victory. Where are the stones in your life that serve as a reminder of GOD doing the miracle in your life?Have you shown this monument to your family? The reason for this great event is given in verse 24 and the application for us today is the same, that all the people of the world might know God. How is your knowledge level and fear of GOD factor? Remember that GOD spoke to Moses and then to Joshua and now we get to hear Him speak through the BIBLE. Read to know HIM. Hear and obey. Obedience cannot be separated from the love of your GOD. THE LORD places reminders in/near our path of life to cause us to repent toward GOD and have faith in Jesus.What does the Word of GOD mean to you and your family?How have you been changed because you have read?
Luke 14:7-35 It may be helpful to look back to verses 1-6(10 Apr)to better understand who Jesus is teaching these truths by parables.Try to see the setting and the audience while trying to grasp the significance of what Jesus is saying.Conduct reveals a lot about character.Selfishness is displayed often when we do not serve others or even love others as we say we love our Lord. Be careful when you read verses 25-27 and seek understanding/teaching from The Holy Spirit concerning your love and obedience as a disciple of Jesus as compared to love of your family.
Psalm 80:1-19 Note the number of times the name of GOD and the compound name with trait/attribute are used to adore and respect Him. Have you ever ask The LORD to turn you again(vs19)? Have you ever sensed that you have offended GOD by word,deed or thought, resulting in a loss of fellowship, and then ask the question how long wilt thou be angry(vs4)against the prayer of thy people?Confess and claim 1stJohn1:9.
Proverbs 12:27-28 states the benefits of knowing God,doing right and working. Remember, read to know Him and then be/get right and then do right. Selah. pj
PS: Sunday is coming and we know that Jesus is not in the Tomb, He has risen! YEA!