So Many Voices. Only One Can Save

There are many voices in life that claim to rescues us, everything from a diet to the government. There is only One who has the power to save.

“And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved.””
‭‭Acts‬ ‭4:12‬ ‭NASB‬‬ https://www.bible.com/bible/100/act.4.12.nasb

In the quiet of the night when we are facing giants, who is my help? God alone.

When I have lost everything and I don’t know where to begin, who will give me strength? God alone.

When I have fallen into sin and despair, who will lift me out of the pit? God alone.

When public servants are not following the constitution and holding its people in fear, who will defeat this enemy? God alone.

Our only hope is Him above all else. We place our faith in Him for all things. We take action based on His word and will.

Praying for each of you today that you would find your hope in Him alone.

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The Power Of His Word

I spent the first 13 years of my life apart from God’s word, separated from its power, and void of its transformational power.

The first time I heard it read, I was blessed and captivated by how straight forward, confident, and powerful it was.

The truths that poured out from the pages left no room to fence-ride. It gave me no opportunity to justify my sins. It simply left me bare with a clear vision of my need.

This description of God’s word in Hebrews 4 is one of my favorite. I want to live my purpose and there are things within myself that hinder me in doing that.

I need His word to pierce, convict, and transform me so that I am more confirmed to the image of Christ each day.

Do you really want to know and live your purpose?

Then develop a daily practice of being in the Bible daily. Invite a friend to come along with you so you stay on track.

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Our mind’s ability to recall is a powerful ally in our fight against depression. We can remember what the Lord has done for His people throughout history; not the least of which is our salvation.

Furthermore, we are told that the indwelling Holy Spirit will bring all things into remembrance. We need the stronghold of His word daily going into our minds so it might be recalled to produce transformation and renewal.

When we feast on His word, individually and with others, we store it throughout our brain so it is ready for recall in a moments notice regardless of the circumstances or emotions we are experiencing.

It is also heathy to recall as many instances in your life where the Lord has shown you His compassion. It is sweet oil for your soul in times of great grief.

Are you struggling to see the goodness of life or perhaps going through a tough stretch? Immerse yourself in His word. Join a Bible study at your church. Put your faith in Him and His word to lead you out of that place.

Know that you are not alone. I have experienced much grief and joy in this life. I am praying over each of you today that you may delight in the Lord and His word!

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There are several who would like you to believe because of my beliefs, I am a hater. Before you subscribe to that belief, know that I willingly identify that I am included in that category of “sinner” also. I need a Savior as much as anyone; probably more.

I’m not driven to tell you these things because I want to prove I’m right or condemn. On the contrary, I’m driven by the love I received while yet a sinner (see Romans 5:8) and desire others to know this truth.

When the law (10 Commandments) came into being sin became clear. When Jesus came to fulfill the law, sin became even more clear. Men and women were no longer able to justify God’s truth as stories. For they had seen the Living God and all His signs and wonders.

As children of the Living God, our sins our forgiven because of faith in Christ’s finished work at the cross. The text says that He “chose us out of the world”. As a result the word hates us.

The world hating me will not keep me from telling others about sin and what God has done to resolve it, in my life and the lives of many. When we are in sin, and apart from Christ, we are in bondage.

I do not condone or seek to continue in sin, but instead seek To follow Jesus and all His ways.

In a loving manner, I will continue share the truths of the gospel to those around me. Some will receive and some will hate.

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When we humbly submit to the dominion of Adonai, we experience life free of iniquity. This is not a one-time decision, but instead a battle of many decisions for Him day in and day out. We cry out to Him asking That He May keep us from sin, that He would guard our minds that we would desire Him only on the throne of our lives. For He is faithful and has the power to grant that request.  

Reflection

Are you actively praying for a hunger for His Word?

Are you diving deep into that Word equipping your feet to walk in it?

Are you petitioning our Heavenly Father to prevent any iniquity from having dominion over you?

Prayer

Father, You search and know our hearts. Give us a hunger for Your Word that is everlasting.  May our footsteps be established in it moment by moment.  Guard our minds to know the truth and keep our hearts under Your dominion.  Let no sin overtake us.  May our eyes be fixed on Christ now and forever more. Amen!

Jesus packs powerful prayer in John 17 for himself, the disciples and all of us.  4 things grab my attention:

His Joy made full in us.  I love that Jesus desires that His joy be made full in us.  Think about the depth of joy Jesus must have had to endure the cross for us!  A joy worth dying for.  That’s the joy He prays for us and the joy I want!

Keep them from evil.  He doesn’t pray that we would be taken out of the world to avoid evil.  Instead He prays that we would be kept from it.  This is critical for those around us to see the power of the One true living God at work in us in spit of being surrounded by an evil world. 

 Sanctify them in truth.  God knows and sees all including the lies and truth. Furthermore, He is truth. His word stands forever, is unchanging, and frees us from the bonds of deception.  Ultimately it reveals the truth about who Jesus is, what He has done, and what He is capable of. 

 We are in one in Him.  Unity in the body of Christ is critical. After all, a house divided against itself cannot stand.  Jesus prays that we would be one as He and the Father are one.  How can you get any closer?  They are One.  No space can be found between them.  We are to have unity that they may know the Father sent the Son…so they might have life. For it is the sake of the gospel that should keep us united.  

Reflection

Do you see a desire to be right in you?

Are you able to speak the truth in love when other brothers/sisters are out of line with scripture?

Jesus never compromised love for truth. He loved people with the truth.  Some received and some did not. 

Pray that the LORD would give wisdom and discernment if what to say and how to say it to bring unity and truth. 

Prayer

Father, you have sent Your son, full of grace and truth,  thank you for His example of unity with You.  Thank you For joy, protection, truth, and unity.  Guide us and give us wisdom to walk out this prayer in Your Spirit.  Help us to speak the truth in love.  In Jesus’ name, Amen!

And what did I discover? God’s word is true. He is faithful, powerful, and sovereign.  He transforms and confirms us to the image of Christ.   My faith grew by leaps and bounds as I practiced what God has given us in His word. 

I’m not proposing that you put God to the test but instead take Him at His word and do what He has instructed you to do and see what happens.  

We have been given the great commission in Matthew 28:18-20. Pay careful attention to the third instruction.  “Teach them to OBSERVE all that I have commanded you”.  This assumes that you, yourself are doing the command.  We have all had teachers who teach not from a place of experience but only knowledge.  Don’t be that teacher!

Our Lord was clear, He wants us to Know, Live, and then Speak His word to those around us.  We cannot skip the Live step of this equation and think it’s going to go well.  Start living His word today!

Reflection

In what ways are acquiring Gods truth but not living it?

What’s one step you’re going to do to change that?

Prayer

Father, You have given us your word to be lived out that we may effectively conduct the ministry of reconciliation we now have in Christ.  May our hearts delight in Your word and be moved to action.  Lead us on in Jesus, Amen!

This book is like no other. Listen to some of the words used to describe it:

Living

Active

Sharp

Piercing

Able to judge

You will not experience anything from it unless you submit yourself to the Word and spend time meditating on it.  The transformation that the Bible has the power to deliver is just one of the reasons this book is the bestseller of all times.  If you want an amazing, adventure-filled life, with great hope, get in this book!

Challenge for today:

Pick one of the 66 books in God’s word (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, proverbs, Psalms, etc) and then begin reading today. Take time away to organize your life by its truths. 
It will shape every aspect of your life; prayer, worldview, and mission. 

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Read Acts 19:11-20

1) What did you see in the text?

2) What things don’t make sense and requires more study/answers?

3) What’s the main theme?

4) How were the original readers to apply this passage?

5) How does this passage apply to you?

May zgod’s word have its way in your heart as you study and meditate on it today!

As God is revealing truth to you through your preacher, are you eager to test the message against scripture?  That’s one of my absolute favorite parts!  It’s like putting together a 10 million piece puzzle that uncovers an amazing picture of God and takes an entire lifetime to complete.  

Acts 17:10-15

1) What observations can you make about the passage with regard to who, what,when,where,why, and how?

2) What challenges or questions need to be addressed or answered to more fully understand the text?

3) What’s the main idea summarized in a sentence?

4) What is the original readers’ takeaway and applications?

5) How does this passage apply to believers like you today?

Enjoy your time in His word today!