Note: All Bible verses in this devotional are from the King James Version. “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” (2nd Corinthians 12:9) In July 1651, in the company of Dr. John Clarke and Mr. Crandall, Obadiah Holmes made a visit to William Witter, a Baptist, who resided at Lynn, Massachusetts about twelve miles from Boston. The day after their arrival being the Sabbath, they arranged to have a religious service at the house of their host. In the…
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Are You Using the Right Umbrella for Protection?
The word “umbrella” comes from the Latin root word, “umbra,” which means to shade or shadow. Ancient umbrellas were originally used to shade and protect you from the sun. From what I understand, the Chinese were the first to get creative and coat their paper parasols with lacquer and wax to make them waterproof. Whatever the facts may be, I am THANKFUL for the simple invention of an umbrella every time it rains! My umbrella has protected me from getting soaked on numerous occasions. Unfortunately, my umbrella has also failed me a few times… On a couple of occasions, I left my umbrella at home even though I could plainly see…
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Faith Still Moves Mountains
References today are from Matthew 21:18 to 22 KJV One morning, Jesus was hungry. Since he had no earthly home during his ministry years, he gazed around looking for breakfast. There nearby, Jesus saw a fig tree. When he wandered over to the tree, anticipating fruit, he observed that it was only sporting leaves. There was not a single fruit found growing on it. What a disappointment in a fruit tree! QUESTIONS to consider: Are we like this fruit tree? Are we growing spiritual fruit in our lives? Are we sharing the gospel? Jesus then said to the tree, “Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever.” And immediately the…
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God Knows Your Personal Love Language
Over 10 years ago, Dr. Gary Chapman released a popular book titled, “The Five Love Languages.” Thousands have either read or at least have heard of this concept by now. I think there is much value and wisdom to be gained from the insight of how we all feel LOVE in a different way. I agree that it’s important to know our own mate’s LOVE language so that they feel truly LOVED by us. Here’s a quick review of the Five LOVE Languages in random order… 1. An Act of Service Doing something special for the one you love.(This is often a physical type of action like baking your husband’s…
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Help Thou Me
Countless times, I’ve been in stressful situations where I felt I couldn’t handle circumstances on my own. I needed help. “Please help me, Lord,” has been uttered from my lips numerous times. Truthfully, I have almost felt sort of guilty with the simplicity of my prayer. Should I have taken time to construct a more eloquent speech with my prayer request? Psalm 119:86 kjv says, “All thy commandments are faithful: they persecute me wrongfully; help thou me.” When I read David’s simple prayer, “Help thou me,” I felt a peace that my own simple, heartfelt pleas have been adequate at overwhelming times when I simply didn’t know what to pray,…