“Wherein God, willing more abundantly to shew unto the heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel, confirmed it by an oath: That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay…
“And it came to pass, when Moses came down from mount Sinai with the two tables of testimony in Moses’ hand, when he came down from the mount, that Moses wist not that the skin of his face shone while he talked with him. And when Aaron and all the…
“Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is none else.” Isaiah 45:22 Today (May 27) we sang a song called “God Alone.” The presence of the Lord was so real as we worshiped the One who sits upon…
“And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. And they straightway left their nets, and followed him”(Matthew 4:19-20). This has always been a fascinating portion of scripture to me. I am often drawn back to it, and my imagination runs wild with possibilities.…
“If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell behold, thou art there” (Psalm 139:8 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible). They may have taken prayer out of our schools, but they will never be able to remove God from…
“I am the rose of Sharon” (Song of Solomon 2:1a in the King James Version of the Holy Bible) Women love flowers. We love the way they look and smell. And roses are often a favorite. Could it be that the symbolism of a rose is applied to Jesus Christ…
“Then Moses said, “If you don’t personally go with us, don’t make us leave this place. How will anyone know that you look favorably on me—on me and on your people—if you don’t go with us? For your presence among us sets your people and me apart from all other…
“I am the rose of Sharon” Song of Solomon 2:1a
Women love flowers. We love the way they look and smell. And roses are often a favorite. Could it be that the symbolism of a rose is applied to Jesus Christ so we can truly appreciate His beauty and perfection and the perfect love that He has for each and every one of us. The Rose of Sharon is calling you today to enjoy the quiet solitude of His garden. A place where your heart is still and your mind can rest. As the fragrance of His presence envelops you, take time to savor the delicate petals, the sweet perfume and the beauty of the Rose of Sharon.
Prayer: Jesus, may Your wonderful fragrance linger with me all through the day.
Devotion by Julie Long
I watch the fuel gage on my car. As it descends toward the big “E,” I begin looking for a gas station. I am aware that if I allow my fuel to run out that my means of transportation will come to a halt.
Occasionally, I allow my car to “run on fumes,” but not for long. I have found that my car is not the only “fuel gage” that I need to monitor. I have one too. When my energy and strength begin to plummet towards that empty mark, I need to refuel. Running on fumes emotionally is unwise.
Prayer: Dear Lord, I need daily doses of Your presence. Without You continually refilling me with Your strength, I cannot make it. You lift me. You help me. You sustain me (Psalm 28:7-9).
Devotion by Bonnie Peacock