Di's Devotions
| Friday, July 30, 2010 God Works Through Us All |
Topic: Love |
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1 Corinthians 12:5 "God works through different people in different ways, but it is the same God who achieves His purpose through them all." |
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In most cities today there are so many types of restaurants that you would have a hard time deciding on the one you want to patronize. Each one suits your mood at a different time or on different occasions. All are special when you need them; all are unique and purposeful.
If you just look around you for a minute, you will realize that God loves variety. He made each of us different with unique personalities and distinct strengths.
He can work through all of us to accomplish His purpose.
Just as you do not eat the same type of food every time you eat out, people do not always respond to the same type of personality.
You have a mission in His name. You must hear His voice and decide on the work He wants you to do.
"God works through different people in different ways, but it is the same God who achieves His purpose through them all." 1 Corinthians 12:5 (Phillips)
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane
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| Thursday, July 29, 2010 Reach Out |
Topic: Christian Service |
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Matthew 9:12 "...' For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.'" |
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It's true enough that few of us feel comfortable around anyone who's really sick, and the probem appears to be getting worse. I support my point with these words from a disease-prevention pamphlet: "If you are ill, please refrain from visiting the hospital."
I thought this line was quite priceless!
But it also reminds me of the attitude of the Pharisees when Jesus visited Matthew.
The Pharisees criticized Him for being with tax collectors and "sinners."
"Jesus said, 'It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. But go and learn what this means: I desire mercy, not sacrifice. For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.' Matthew 9:12"
The Pharisees were more concerned with their appearance of holiness than with healing the broken spirit.
They offered criticism rather than encouragement.
They held fast to their outward respectability, and let go of any inward spirituality.
In contrast, when Jesus found Matthew, He went to him, healed him, changed him, and used him in a great way in His ministry.
While we should not follow the lifestyle of those who rebel against God's teachings, we should reach out to them and help them to find healing that only the saving grace of Jesus Christ can provide.
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane
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| Wednesday, July 28, 2010 First, Not Final |
Topic: Trust |
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Judges 4: 3 "Because he[Sisera] had nine hundred iron chariots and had cruelly oppressed the Israelites for twenty years, they cried to the Lord for help." |
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God had given the Israelites the Promised Land, the Land of Canaan. For many years they struggled with outside powers trying to hold their land. Now the enemy was within their land. The Canaanites under the leadership of Sisera had infiltrated their ranks, regrouped, and were attempting to gain power again.
"Because he[Sisera] had nine hundred iron chariots and had cruelly oppressed the Israelites for twenty years, they cried to the Lord for help." Judges 4:3
After 20 years of unbearable circumstances, the Israelites FINALLY cried to the Lord for help.
God never wants to be in FINAL place.
He wants to be in FIRST place.
Keeping Him in first place brings joy through sadness and peace through chaos.
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane
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| Tuesday, July 27, 2010 Joy in the Journey |
Topic: God's Plan |
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Psalm 16: 11 “You have made known to me the path; you will fill me with joy in your presence; at Thy right hand are eternal pleasures.” |
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“You have made known to me the path; you will fill me with joy in your presence; at Thy right hand are eternal pleasures.” Psalm 16:11
God will show you the path--(one path--Jesus Christ-Matthew 7:14).
In His presence you feel lasting joy(with Christ in your heart, He walks with you all the way).
Finally you experience eternity at the right hand of God(your final destination is heaven).
God has been with you in this life, and your reward will be the pleasure of being with God for all eternity.
The joy is in the journey; the reward is in the destination.
Today, Tomorrow, and Forever. WOW!
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane
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| Monday, July 26, 2010 God Bless the Family |
Topic: Family |
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Psalm 67:6 "God sets the lonely in family---" |
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This past week-end we celebrated our family reunion, as we do every year. More than eighty-five adults and children ranging in age from infant to 92 years came together for a week-end of making memories.
Each year as I await the arrival of many family members, I feel so blessed to be a part of a large family.
We meet once a year and celebrate our similarities and marvel at our differences.
We remember the good times and reflect on the troubled times.
I am once again reminded that God instituted the family first and blessed it.
"God sets the lonely in family---" Psalm 67:6.
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane
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