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2014 Day 291 – Luke 8

18 Saturday Oct 2014

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We have all hear that Jesus is the light of the world. As believers, we are to be a reflection of that light, not a cover. Luke 8:18 says, No one lights a lamp and hides it in a jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, he puts it on a stand, so that those who come in can see the light. Yesterday I read the following quote by Thom Rainer, President and CEO of Lifeway, “Early Christians had to be compelled to keep quiet. Christians today have to be compelled to speak.” We should not be ashamed of what Jesus has done for us and it should not be a chore to share our relationship with others.

2014 Day 290 – Matthew 13

17 Friday Oct 2014

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I love the way Jesus worded Matthew 13:52, He said to them, “Therefore every teacher of the law who has been instructed about the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” Jesus is talking about the value of understanding the Old Testament law because it is a real treasure. It points the way to Jesus, the Messiah. Jesus, as our example, always upheld the law’s authority and relevance. But ultimately He came to show us the the way to salvation through His sacrifice. Both the old and the new are important and are not separated. They fulfill the importance of both to the life of a believer and follower of Christ.

2014 Day 289 – Luke 11

16 Thursday Oct 2014

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God wants us to seek Him. This is not because He is lazy, but because He is already waiting on us. God will never force Himself on us, but He waits on us with open arms. Luke 11:9-10 quotes Jesus saying, 9 So I say to you: ask and it will be given to you; Seek and you will find; knock and the door will be open to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be open. Once we open ourselves up to to God, He floods us with His leading and guiding in our lives, but we must first seek Him and expect Him to act.

2014 Day 288 – Matthew 12:22-50

15 Wednesday Oct 2014

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It is impossible to be a bystander in your relationship with Christ. If we are not actively following Him and working to further His kingdom, then we are technically working against Him. In Matthew 12:30 Jesus says, He who is not with me is against me, and he who does not gather with me scatters. Anyone who chooses to remain neutral is no better that someone actively fighting again Christ. To stand on the sideline and watch, when we have the opportunity to engage in the battle, is the equivalent of cheering on the enemy.

2014 Day 287 – Matthew 11

14 Tuesday Oct 2014

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Jesus frees us from all our burdens, no matter how big or small. Things in this life that seem to have such a stronghold are insignificant in comparison to the purpose He has for each of us. Matthew 11:28-30 says, 28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. The “rest” that Jesus promises is love, healing and peace, but not the labor. The existence of a relationship with God changes a difficult life into one of spiritual fulfillment and purpose, not necessarily easy.

2014 Day 286 – Luke 7

13 Monday Oct 2014

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It is our faith and not our actions that save us. The last verse in Luke 7 plainly shows this through Jesus’ forgiveness of the woman’s sins. Verse 50, Jesus said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” No matter how much we do for God, the reality is that He wants nothing but our faith in His ability to save us. The rest comes from that faith leading to obedience in him.

2014 Day 284 – Matthew 8

11 Saturday Oct 2014

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When things are not going well, our first reaction is rarely to look to Jesus to take control of the situation. It is easy to relate to the disciples in the story of Jesus calming the storm. Matthew 8:26 says, He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. Just like the disciples who witnessed many miracles, we see God working in our lives on a constant basis. We know what He is capable of and yet we worry and doubt. Trust can be difficult but we should never doubt God’s desire and ability to help.

2014 Day 283 – Matthew 7

10 Friday Oct 2014

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The Golden Rule: Matthew 7:12, So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. It does not take a lot of effort to do what is right and refrain from hurting other people. It takes much more effort and emotional investment to plot evil against another person. Further, Jesus modeled The Golden Rule in a foundation of grace and mercy, which is the kind of love God shows us every day.

2014 Day 282 – Matthew 6

09 Thursday Oct 2014

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What good does it do to worry about things we cannot control? In Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭34 Jesus says, Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.‬ When we trust that God is in control, we don’t have to worry about tomorrow because it is all part of His perfect plan.

2014 Day 281 – Matthew 5

08 Wednesday Oct 2014

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Do you ever feel like you are the only one trying to stand for good in the middle of this evil world? Sometimes it is tough to be a believer in the midst of a world so determined to do everything possible to dishonor God. But we are called to be a light in the darkness. Matthew 5:14 says, “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.” A city on a hill can be seen for miles in every direction, and while it represent refuge for some, it can sometimes become a target for attack. We are like the city who stands in the darkness of this world. And while we should feel honored to be a reflection of light in the darkness, we can sometimes become an easy target for no other reason than we shine a light on bad things. It can feel scary and lonely, but we must remember The Lord never leaves us standing alone. He is always with us if we trust Him to lead and protect us.