Week of November 3, 2019
Monday, November 4, 2019
Morning Scripture
“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”
I Corinthians 9:24-25 NKJV
https://www.bible.com/114/1co.9.24-25.nkjv
“Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win! All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize.”
1 Corinthians 9:24-25 NLT
https://www.bible.com/116/1co.9.24-25.nlt
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Glory Hallelujah. Lord, thank you for reminding us that we are running a race - heavenward bound. Remind us, Lord, that the hills and valleys along this race are not to defeat us, but will strengthen us in You. Please, whisper to us along the way, Lord, so that we are comforted when we hit the dips or the long stretches. And, when we think we can’t make it and we want to give up, comfort us with your umbrella of peace. Yes, Lord. Thank you for a glorious race that ends with eternal peace with you. In Jesus’ name we pray and press on. Amen.
One More Thing.....
“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”
I Corinthians 9:24-25 NKJV
https://www.bible.com/114/1co.9.24-25.nkjv
“Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win! All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize.”
1 Corinthians 9:24-25 NLT
https://www.bible.com/116/1co.9.24-25.nlt
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Glory Hallelujah. Lord, thank you for reminding us that we are running a race - heavenward bound. Remind us, Lord, that the hills and valleys along this race are not to defeat us, but will strengthen us in You. Please, whisper to us along the way, Lord, so that we are comforted when we hit the dips or the long stretches. And, when we think we can’t make it and we want to give up, comfort us with your umbrella of peace. Yes, Lord. Thank you for a glorious race that ends with eternal peace with you. In Jesus’ name we pray and press on. Amen.
One More Thing.....
- Just as an athlete conditions his body for a race, we must condition ourselves for our race. We must study, pray, and listen for the Holy Spirit.
- We must condition ourselves physically; be mindful of our health. Take care of our bodies.
- We - the “we” in the last segment of the scripture made me feel as if WE are in this together. Don’t run to exclude (like a competition); while we are running, bring someone along with you. So that WE reach the finish line - eternal rest and peace with OUR Lord.
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
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Morning Scripture
“Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.” I Corinthians 10:12-13 NKJV https://www.bible.com/114/1co.10.12-13.nkjv “If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure.” 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 NLT https://www.bible.com/116/1co.10.12-13.nlt |
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Father, thank you for poking us and causing us to see ourselves. Thank you for helping us see that we are not alone and life and temptation happens to each of us. And, thank you for reminding us to look toward you in the midst of our trial and you will provide a way out. In Jesus, name we pray. Amen. *** Lord, we pray for discernment and courage. Father, in the midst of our struggle, our vision and our hearing is often clouded by our anxiety. Grant us discernment so that we hear and know your voice, so that we follow you and not our impulses. Then, give us the courage to follow through. Sometimes, separating ourselves from our trouble is challenging and frightening. Comfort us to know to walk in your footsteps. You will make a way. We love you, Lord. In Jesus’ name we pray and praise you in advance. Amen. ********* One more…. I was intrigued by the word “if” in the NLT scripture. It reminded me that sometimes we think so much of ourselves and believe we can’t be tempted or we won’t fall to temptation. This scripture reminds us to be careful - to take heed - because temptation happens to each of us. But God is faithful. Seek Him in all situations. Amen. |
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
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Morning Scripture
“But I want you to know that the head of every man is Christ, the head of woman is man, and the head of Christ is God.” I Corinthians 11:3 NKJV https://www.bible.com/114/1co.11.3.nkjv “But there is one thing I want you to know: The head of every man is Christ, the head of woman is man, and the head of Christ is God.” 1 Corinthians 11:3 NLT https://www.bible.com/116/1co.11.3.nlt |
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Thank you, Father, for order in relationships. Thank you for being the head of my life, for guiding me, and loving me - for being our covering. Remind us that your relationship order does not rule or demean, but props up, cares, protects, and loves. Thank you for being an example, of love and care. Guide our hearts to follow your example of leadership, followship, and mostly love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. Morning! This verse (and others) are difficult for some of us (Yep, that includes me). But we should choose to rest in Christ’s examples. He is our head, and He is loving, caring, and kind. He is the example of how the head responds and our relationship with Christ symbolizes how we should respond to our earthly head. Father, give us clarity. Remind us that as the head of our life you cherish and love us, you walk with us and guide us, you show us grace and mercy. Be with us, Lord, when we are tasked to be “head” that we follow your example, we lean to your understanding, and we strengthen our relationships with each other and in You. Bless us, Lord, indeed. Amen. |
Thursday, November 7, 2019
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Morning Scripture
“Nevertheless, neither is man independent of woman, nor woman independent of man, in the Lord. For as woman came from man, even so man also comes through woman; but all things are from God.” I Corinthians 11:11-12 NKJV https://www.bible.com/114/1co.11.11-12.nkjv “But among the Lord’s people, women are not independent of men, and men are not independent of women. For although the first woman came from man, every other man was born from a woman, and everything comes from God.” 1 Corinthians 11:11-12 NLT https://www.bible.com/116/1co.11.11-12.nlt |
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Thank you for teaching us that we need each other - men and women. Forgive us when we become too independent and think we don’t need each other. You created each of us; you provide for each of us; you have given love and mercy to each of us. Father, forgive us for being proud and stubborn. Help us to see the glory you have poured into each of us - men and women. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. The song says…. “ I need you. You need me. We’re apart of God’s body. Stand with me. Agree with me. We’re all apart of God’s body. It is His will that every need be supplied. You are important to me. I need you to survive.” We need each other. Read the scripture again. Amen. ************************************************* WOW Moment.... “Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created.” Genesis 5:2 KJV https://www.bible.com/1/gen.5.2.kjv Did you see the pronoun... "them & their & they" I've read this scripture all my life and just realized the PLURAL. We (men and women) were there from the beginning. Think about the significance.... Yes, Lord and Amen. |
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Friday, November 8, 2019
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Morning Scripture
"Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of activities, but it is the same God who works all in all.” I Corinthians 12:1, 4-6 NKJV https://www.bible.com/114/1co.12.1,4-6.nkjv “Now, dear brothers and sisters, regarding your question about the special abilities the Spirit gives us. I don’t want you to misunderstand this. There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit is the source of them all. There are different kinds of service, but we serve the same Lord. God works in different ways, but it is the same God who does the work in all of us.” 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4-6 NLT https://www.bible.com/116/1co.12.1,4-6.nlt |
Morning Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for all things. Father, we pray for understanding and discernment. Father, show us the gift you have stored up in us. Remind us that this gift is for the upbuilding of your kingdom. And remind us that You have given each one of us a gift; each one of us has purpose; and each one of us has a place in your kingdom. In Jesus’ name we pause and pray. Amen. You are unique and special because God made you so. |
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