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The Inspired Word of God

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Not being prepared to stay overnight I did not have my own Bible with me, so I picked up the Gideon Bible that was in the drawer of my son’s room at Carolina Hospital. Engraved on the front cover was “Thinking of you – The Gideons.” God gave His Word with us in mind. He inspired holy men of old to write. How do I know it’s inspired? As one great Bible teacher said, “Because it inspires me!”

2 Timothy 3:16 reads,

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for instruction in righteousness” (King James Version of the Holy Bible).

Prayer: Today I want to thank You especially, Lord, for Your Word. When I struggle with decisions I must make, I can read Your Word and find the answer. Time spent in Your Word is profitable and uplifting.

Devotion by Kaye Singleton

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Team Up with God

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“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” (Ephesians 3:20 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible).

Reading this scripture made me realize that if my wildest dreams come true that both God and I will be involved in it. I must let Him work through me. He’s God and He can do anything He chooses to do. He wants to do greater things in my life if I allow Him to do so. This year I plan to team up with God and let Him work through me so that great things can happen in my life. It’s me and God!

Prayer: Here I am Lord, I give all myself to You. Mold and make me as You see fit in this new year. I want to be a vessel of honor. All praise belongs to You!

Devotion by Kaye Singleton

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There is a Crown

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I have a friend in Louisiana who has cancer that has spread throughout her body. Her prognosis is that she will be gone from this life in a few short weeks. Delisa just turned 50 and it seems to me it’s too young to be leaving us. She is a vibrant leader who serves with her husband in leadership. She wrote a note to her friends stating that leaving this world and going to be with Jesus was what her life was all about.

I think she read Revelation 2:10,

“Fear none of those things which thou shall suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.”

Yes, there is a crown of life waiting for those who are faithful! What an assurance for those who serve the Lord.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, I want to inherit that crown of life. Give me strength to be faithful unto death for there is a crown of life just for me.

Devotion by Kaye Singleton

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Pray for Your Friends

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“We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers” (1 Thessalonians 1:2 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible).

Praying for friends and their needs will enhance your prayer time. The writer of our devotional verse begins his prayer with thanksgiving first of all to God. And then He mentioned those he prayed for by name. When we limit our prayer time to just ourselves, we miss so much by not bringing our friends and their needs to God who hears and answers those requests. He is touched by the feelings of our infirmity. The things that bother us He desires to heal; whether it’s for you or those you love. I can testify that others have prayed for me and God intervened even before the need was made known to them.

Prayer: Prayer is wonderful! Just to know someone is praying for me on a daily basis is more valuable than money. Thank You, Lord, for those who consistently pray for me by name.

Devotion by Kaye Singleton

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Baby Food

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Have you noticed the reaction from a young child who has tasted table food and the mother is trying to make them eat a jar of baby food? I remember trying to do this to our daughter Shana. She would shake her head “No” vehemently indicating she didn’t want the baby food and often she would point to the food on the table. She was telling us that she was growing up and wanted to eat what the big people were eating.

How can we be content to stay a spiritual baby? The Word of God says to grow up!

“For every one that useth milk is unskillful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe” (Hebrews 5:13 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible).

Prayer: Thank You, Lord Jesus, for providing the sincere meat of the Word. Your Word is what satisfies the hunger in my soul.

Devotion by Kaye Singleton

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Looking for Inspiration

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I look up to the hills, but where does my help come from? (Psalm 121:1, Holy Bible, New Century Version)

    For several years, I’ve watched surrounding hills known locally as the Altamont, defy winter and glow with miles of fresh green groundcover. Absence of rain thwarted the transformation from summer browns to winter green. Inspiration whispers that the hills don’t complain about the defiance of seasons. They perform their protective sentinel duty year round, surrounded by green or brown.

Prayer: Lord, I miss the phenomenon of new life surrounding me this winter. Let me see Your glory no matter what season. Amen.

    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Bold Faith

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Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went home. And in his upper room, with his windows open toward Jerusalem, he knelt down on his knees three times that day, and prayed and gave thanks before his God, as was his custom since early days (Daniel 6:10, Holy Bible, New King James Version).

    Daniel showed no concern about the signed decree that prohibited petitions to anyone other than King Darius. Daniel had prayed three times each day before the decree and he made no changes the day the order to stop praying became effective. He did not hide in fear and whisper prayers in a corner. Daniel threw open the windows and prayed with boldness. He knew that his God, the one true God, would take care of him.
    Prayer: Lord, give me Daniel’s determination to devote time to prayer without distractions. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Running on Empty

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Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps (Matthew 25:3-4, Holy Bible, New King James).

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    Passing semi trucks on freeways brings different sounds to my ears. Trucks loaded with cargo have a solid sound. Trucks on dead-end runs rattle. All are headed the same direction. Each is capable of delivering a product, but not all are. One filled with goods is fulfilling its purpose. The empty trailer needs a cargo refill. Could the same be said for Christians? One with no oil rattles because the vessel is empty. Another filled to the brim is ready to shine a light for the Lord.

    Prayer: Lord, examine my life today. Keep me filled to the top with the oil of Your Holy Spirit. Amen.

    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Endurance

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I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:7, Holy Bible, New King James)

    Walk-a-thons or short sprints are easy for conditioned participants. Longer races force runners to focus on an extended goal. Endurance events involving a variety of activities are won by athletes devoted to the end result. The endurance principle made Apostle Paul the example of first century Christian success. He was persecuted and suffered many things for his decision to follow the teachings of Jesus. Apostle Paul persevered, overcoming all obstacles. He finished the race because he kept the faith.
    Prayer: Lord Jesus, I thank You for Apostle Paul who never gave up. His endurance brought the Gospel to the known world in his time and encourages me today. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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