JUNE ARCHIVES
June 1st
This year we are doing the Work
Week Devotions
All Devotions will be written and distributed Monday through Friday.
On
Saturday we suggest you re-read
the Proverb
we have written from this past week
and the week to come.
Some weeks that will be the same chapter,
while other weeks that may be two chapters.
We have never given out Bible reading for Sundays.
The reason is simple to us.
We want you to be reading and studying whatever
the Lord has laid on your Pastors heart for that week.
Whatever his text is for the Morning and Evening Service
was given to him by God for your specific needs.
The principal for this is found in the book of
And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by
night unto Berea:
who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews.
These were more noble than those in Thessalonica,
in that they received the word with all readiness of mind,
and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.
We hope you enjoy your
weekend in God's word
and pray we might see you back here on Monday
as we begin another Week
in the Word.
Review Proverbs 13-14 and this past weeks Devotionals if Desired
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June 2nd
Proverbs 14:8-11
The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit. Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour. The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy. The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
Outlook from
the In Book
What is it that makes a man desire to be saved? Is it a need for a better life? No not usually. Although to come to know Christ as Saviour allows you the joys and the blessing of God. That is not normally what drives a man to his knees before God. What must a man know before he can receive Christ as Saviour? Must he know that Jesus died on the cross of Calvary and that the blood will wash away his sin? Yes he must know that, but that knowledge alone will not cause a man to accept Christ as his Saviour. So what is it that a man must have to be saved? He must have a clear understanding of the fact that he is a sinner. That the sin in his life is filthy before a Holy God. In our verses today it says “The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way” and “among the righteous there is favour.” Why is there favor or acceptance among the righteous? Simply for the fact that he has understood his ways. He knows that he is a sinner and that the ultimate sin would be to reject Christ’s total payment for that sin. Our verse also say that “the folly of fools is deceit. Fools make a mock at sin.” But the lost man never seems to get it. Sin seems to be a way of life to them and they see no need to change. And in the end the life of the foolish will come to a eternal end of torment. While the upright will flourish in the house of the Lord forever.
The Word Walking In Me
Self and sin keep us from salvation. The pride of not wanting to admit that our sin is but for a moment and killing us day by day. Confessions and Christ brings contentment. Knowing that eternal joy is in the person of Jesus Christ who takes away all our sins.
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June 3rd
Proverbs 14:12-15
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness. 4The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a good man shall be satisfied from himself. The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
Outlook
from the In Book
No matter who we are, and what we are doing, there always seems to be three ways to do things. No, that is not a typo; I meant to write three ways. First there is the wrong way. Nobody really wants to do things the wrong way. You’ll never hear someone say, “Hey lets just do this all wrong to see what will happen.” They know what will happen. It will come out wrong. Next there is the right way. But it always seems that the right way includes reading the directions and doing things in a certain order and so on. That sounds like it could take a long time. So we almost always try the third way. OUR WAY. A few shortcuts here, not so much reading there, and its done. But, what do I do with the parts left over? Or when things start to go wrong we ask, “how come?” Well the reason is that there are really only two ways to do things. Anything that is not the right way is automatically the wrong way. We can’t take shortcuts in life either. Not reading God’s word and expecting life to be ok won’t work. The Bible warned us about these ways thousands of years ago. The way that seems right to man, the short cuts, no commitment, do real desire for God in our lives, the “I’ll have God when I want Him” attitude is the wrong way… and always ends in death.
The Word Walking In Me
What is the right way? Turning our lives over to God completely. Not holding anything back. Opening the Bible everyday and reading the instruction book to life. And also stay in touch with the manufacturer for any updates on the product He created, which is you. Remember if we follow the instructions, things go better.
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June 4th
Proverbs 14:16-19
A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated. The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
Outlook from
the In Book
The cost of living is a subject on peoples minds today. Fuel prices seem to be rising at alarming rates. With the cost of transportation going up, the cost of all items transported by air, rail or truck also must go up. Corporations too are feeling the pinch. This reflects in the average workers paycheck remaining the same or in many cases being cut and going down. The pinch on finances from both sides causes bigger ticket items to also slump in sales. Houses, cars, and boats all decline in sales. It all amounts to what we call the cost of living. But what is the true cost of living. The answer, “everything.” The cost of living for self and this world always costs everything. Sin and the lifestyle that accompanies it costs friendships, relationships, incarcerations, health, dignity, self esteem, reputations, and more. There is always just one more party to go to. One more bet to place. One more drug to do. One more this or that until life is gone. Then sin has cost you everything. Then at journeys end here on earth, without Christ it also costs eternal life. In other words the simple inherit folly. Living confident that you always will have one more day to get things right. The Christian life also costs everything. It cost Christ His life to pay for your sin and He asks that you completely devote your life to Him. But when you pay that price you inherit a good testimony, trust, true friends, freedom and eternal life. Now friend that is a cost of living worth paying for.
The Word Walking In Me
If you must invest everything, why not invest it with the one that gives the greatest return. Invest everything in the world and end up with nothing. Give your life to Christ and get everything. Hum!
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June
5th
Proverbs 14:20-23
The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he. Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good. In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
Outlook
from the In Book
A few years back there was a program called the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. It took us into the homes of the ultra rich and famous people of the world. It would show us the vacation spots that they could afford and the cars and toys that they all had. It was a very popular show as everyone wanted to see what the rich lived like. I wonder what type of viewing they would have gotten if they called the show Lifestyles of the Poor and Lonely? Taking us into the back allies where some scrap by for existence. Or follow along with a family that has been reduced to living in their car because some of the rich and famous cared more about their bottom line than the people that helped them get there. Taking us into the home of a single parent that struggles week after week just to pay the rent and have a few items of food for the family to eat. If it would show a Rescue Mission with people gathered around just thanking God for one more plate of food to eat that day. I wonder what kind of viewership that would have received. Maybe pretty good for a few weeks. But after it began to make some feel guilty about not reaching out to help here and there I am sure the ratings would fall off suddenly. I know there are some that are in tough times because they are not doing what they should. But there are also those that have just been forgotten. Have we forgotten them too?
The Word Walking In Me
If you want to find a ministry where people are normally grateful immediately for what you do for them, find a Rescue Mission in your area nd volunteer to help out. God will send a blessing.
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June 6th
Proverbs 14:24-26
The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly. A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies. In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
Outlook
from the In Book
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to turn the corner where you live and see fire trucks and a crowd gathered around what was once your home? I have not only thought of it, but also lived it. Everything I thought I loved so much was in that house. My records, (for those of you that are teens or younger, they were like CD’s only bigger. Ask someone who lived in the 60’s to explain it) our pictures, my guitar, our clothes, and everything. But you know when I turned the corner and got out of my car and ran toward the house I was not worried one bit about those things. I was wondering where my wife and children were. Once I found them safe at a neighbors I really didn’t care too much about that old house anymore. Were we saddened over the fact we lost all those things? Sure we were. Pictures that can never be replaced were in there. A wedding gown that we had hoped to pass down some day was now ruined. We lost some precious items. We count on things like our house to keep us warm and dry and safe. But a house and all that is in it are just things. The only constant that we will ever have that can never be removed is God. In the understanding and reverence of God there is real confidence. And in Him I know my family and I are safe for all eternity.
The Word Walking In Me
Look around you just a moment and think; what would happen if this all vanished today. No chance to save any of it. Guess what, it could and it really is not that important. Its just stuff. But God will provide a way for those that rely on him. Put your faith in God, not in things. He will see you through.
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June 7th
This year we are doing the Work
Week Devotions
All Devotions will be written and distributed Monday through Friday.
On
Saturday we suggest you re-read
the Proverb
we have written from this past week
and the week to come.
Some weeks that will be the same chapter,
while other weeks that may be two chapters.
We have never given out Bible reading for Sundays.
The reason is simple to us.
We want you to be reading and studying whatever
the Lord has laid on your Pastors heart for that week.
Whatever his text is for the Morning and Evening Service
was given to him by God for your specific needs.
The principal for this is found in the book of
And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by
night unto Berea:
who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews.
These were more noble than those in Thessalonica,
in that they received the word with all readiness of mind,
and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.
We hope you enjoy your
weekend in God's word
and pray we might see you back here on Monday
as we begin another Week
in the Word.
Review Proverbs 14-15 and this past weeks Devotionals if Desired
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June 8th
This year we are doing the Work
Week Devotions
All Devotions will be written and distributed Monday through Friday.
On
Saturday we suggest you re-read
the Proverb
we have written from this past week
and the week to come.
Some weeks that will be the same chapter,
while other weeks that may be two chapters.
We have never given out Bible reading for Sundays.
The reason is simple to us.
We want you to be reading and studying whatever
the Lord has laid on your Pastors heart for that week.
Whatever his text is for the Morning and Evening Service
was given to him by God for your specific needs.
The principal for this is found in the book of
And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by
night unto Berea:
who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews.
These were more noble than those in Thessalonica,
in that they received the word with all readiness of mind,
and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.
We hope you enjoy your
weekend in God's word
and pray we might see you back here on Monday
as we begin another Week
in the Word.
Review Proverbs 14-15 and this past weeks Devotionals if Desired
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