2012 Day 122 – Acts 11

01 Tuesday May 2012

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It is interesting to see that the disciples of Antioch were the first to be called Christians (or “Christ-ones”). According to the notes in my Bible, Antioch was a mix of Jews and Gentiles whose only commonality was Christ – not race, culture, or language. This is why I find it ironic that in our present time, the word “Christian” is almost a bad word even in our own culture. For some reason, “Christian” has become a word that brings about images of discrimination and/or separation. We need to do a better job of associating the word “Christian” with Christ as the one who can cross any boundary and unify any group of people regardless of race, culture, or language. We, as Americans especially, need to accept that being Christian does not necessarily mean it is the American version of Christianity! We must do a better job of understanding God’s intent and follow the Holy Spirit’s leading when it comes to building and maintaining the community of “Christ-ones”.

2012 Day 121 – Acts 10

30 Monday Apr 2012

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Acts 10 is a great story of salvation. Cornelius is a great example of trusting in God and listening to His leading. I’m not sure Cornelius really understood what God was about to do in his life, but he was willing to follow His direction. Peter is the same, but from a different direction, because he was willing to follow God’s direction in changing everything he considered sacred in his life. Both men show that what we may think is required or considered to be etched in stone, God can change in a heartbeat. It’s all God’s anyway, why not trust Him to do with it as He pleases.

2012 Day 120 – Psalm 90, 150

29 Sunday Apr 2012

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Psalm 90 is written by Moses and is actually the oldest of the Psalms. The Psalm gives contrast to God’s eternal and all-powerful nature with man’s frailty. While our time on earth is limited, God is everlasting. He was here before us and will be here past our time. We need to think about our time here on earth and how we can impact it beyond our existence. Below is an illustration by Francis Chan that really impacted me me when I saw it. Watch it and I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

2012 Day 119 – Psalm 63, 87

28 Saturday Apr 2012

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We are to be thankful to God for His provision in our lives. David writes in Psalm 63 about all God has provided for Him. How often do we take the time to do the same thing? God is worthy to be praise and thanked on a continuous basis for everything, but especially for all He has provided specifically for us.

2012 Day 118 – Psalm 148, 149

27 Friday Apr 2012

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Psalm 148 is all about praising God. The Psalmist basically says that all creation must praise God for who He is, what He has done, and all He has created. Psalm 149 is all about celebration. While we know we are to praise God, we don’t always know how to go about doing it. In this chapter several methods are suggested; in dancing, singing, and musical instruments. God created us and loves us, we should take the time to enjoy our praise of Him!

2012 Day 117 – Psalm 122, 134

26 Thursday Apr 2012

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There is not a lot to say about today’s Psalms, but I will make an observation about chapter 122. When David talks about Jerusalem’s prosperity, he is talking about it in conjunction with their obedience. One does not happen without the other.

2012 Day 116 – Psalm 96, 117

25 Wednesday Apr 2012

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Both chapters in today’s reading are all about praise. There is not much more I can add to what the Psalmist writes in chapter 117, so I’ll just leave you with it… 1 Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. 2 For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord.

2012 Day 115 – Psalm 68, 95

24 Tuesday Apr 2012

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The Psalmist in chapter 95 is all about inviting us to worship and give God the praise. Verses 4 and 5 it says, 4 In his hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him. 5 The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the dry land. Everything is in God’s hands; from the peaks of the mountains to the depths of the oceans and everything in between. He is worthy of our praise.

2012 Day 115 – Psalm 68, 95

24 Tuesday Apr 2012

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The Psalmist in chapter 95 is all about inviting us to worship and give God the praise. Verses 4 and 5 it says, 4 In his hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him. 5 The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the dry land. Everything is in God’s hands; from the peaks of the mountains to the depths of the oceans and everything in between. He is worthy of our praise.

2012 Day 114 – Psalm 45, 47, 48, 62

23 Monday Apr 2012

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I love the Psalms for many reasons. I especially love any Psalm written by David because it gives me a view into this man’s heart. I know David didn’t do everything right, not by a long shot, but he loved God and always turned his eyes back to Him no matter how bad it got. It is a reminder that no matter what I do God is always there to welcome me back. The verses that stood out to me were in Psalm 62:5-7, 5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. 6 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. 7 My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. No matter what happens in my life I will always find my rest and security in God alone.