Archive for March, 2018

Being an Example of His Message

March 10, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

Galatians 2:20 NLT
[20] My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Today’s reading
John 13
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+13&version=NKJV

Washes His Disciples’ Feet

John 13:12-17 NLT
[12] After washing their feet, he put on his robe again and sat down and asked, "Do you understand what I was doing? [13] You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and you are right, because that’s what I am. [14] And since I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash each other’s feet. [15] I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you. [16] I tell you the truth, slaves are not greater than their master. Nor is the messenger more important than the one who sends the message. [17] Now that you know these things, God will bless you for doing them.

Today’s devotion
Being an Example of His Message

My Utmost for His Highest
https://utmost.org/being-an-example-of-his-message/

Allow God to have complete liberty in your life when you speak. Before God’s message can liberate other people, His liberation must first be real in you. Gather your material carefully, and then allow God to “set your words on fire” for His glory.

Today’s worship song
Soul on Fire
Third Day
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/soul-on-fire-feat-all-sons-daughters/957560325?i=957560327

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, with a grateful heart I open myself completely, giving You complete liberty in my life so the words I speak reflect Your truth. Lord God set my words on fire for Your glory. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #MyUtmost #SoulOnFire

Turning Back or Walking with Jesus?

March 9, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

John 6:67-69 NLT
[67] Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, "Are you also going to leave?" [68] Simon Peter replied, "Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. [69] We believe, and we know you are the Holy One of God."

Today’s reading
John 12
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+12&version=NKJV

John 12:37,39-40 NLT
[37] But despite all the miraculous signs Jesus had done, most of the people still did not believe in him… [39] But the people couldn’t believe, for as Isaiah also said, [40] "The Lord has blinded their eyes and hardened their hearts- so that their eyes cannot see, and their hearts cannot understand, and they cannot turn to me and have me heal them."

John 12:46-48 NLT
[46] I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark. [47] I will not judge those who hear me but don’t obey me, for I have come to save the world and not to judge it. [48] But all who reject me and my message will be judged on the day of judgment by the truth I have spoken.

Today’s devotion
Turning Back or Walking with Jesus?
My Utmost for His Highest
https://utmost.org/turning-back-or-walking-with-jesus/

One thing God constantly requires of us is a oneness with Jesus Christ…

Showing no concern for the uncertainties that lie ahead is the secret of walking with Jesus…

Today’s worship song
I just need U
TobyMac
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/i-just-need-u/1325932114?i=1325932192

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, there is so much I don’t understand. I see so many searching and seeking to find their identify with You, but in new (old) ways. They use religion as an reason or excuse for defining their beliefs (relationship with You). Rejecting Jesus or redefining Him to rationalize choosing not to follow Him. Just like in today’s verse. There so much I don’t understand. How could they have walked with Jesus, seen His works and walk away. The road is narrow, and we will have challenges and heart ache. You know how long it took me to move from believer to follower. O Lord that You would use me in some way to be a light to the truth in Jesus. To open one heart. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #MyUtmost #IjustneedU

SAVE YOUR BEST STRIVING FOR SEEKING MY FACE.

March 8, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

There are many plans in a man’s heart, nevertheless the Lord’s counsel—that will stand.
—Proverbs 19:21 nkjv

Today’s reading
Zechariah 12
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Zechariah+12&version=NKJV

Zechariah 12:10— The apostle John describes himself as a witness to this prophecy being fulfilled in Jesus’ death on the cross( John 19:34-37 ).

[10] “Then I will pour out a spirit b of grace and prayer on the family of David and on the people of Jerusalem. They will look on me whom they have pierced and mourn for him as for an only son. They will grieve bitterly for him as for a firstborn son who has died. …

Today’s devotion
Jesus Calling
http://www.jesuscalling.com/app/

SAVE YOUR BEST STRIVING FOR SEEKING MY FACE. I am constantly communicating with you. To find Me and hear My voice, you must seek Me above all else. Anything that you desire more than Me becomes an idol. When you are determined to get your own way, you blot Me out of your consciousness. Instead of single-mindedly pursuing some goal, talk with Me about it. Let the Light of My Presence shine on this pursuit so that you can see it from My perspective. If the goal fits into My plans for you, I will help you reach it. If it is contrary to My will for you, I will gradually change the desire of your heart. Seek Mefirst and foremost; then the rest of your life will fall into place, piece by piece.

Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
—1 Chronicles 16:11

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
—Matthew 6:33

Today’s worship song
Dear Younger Me
MercyMe
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/dear-younger-me/825091802?i=825091879

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, thank you for the gift of your Spirit. Thank you for helping us, by the Spirit, to see your glory. To understand your counsel. Thank you for your power in us that is helping us to live for the praise of your glory. Thank you even for beginning to transform us so that we might share in your glory. How amazing! May your Spirit have free reign in my life today, in all that I do, whether at home or at work, whether driving in my car, whether I’m with friends, colleagues, neighbors, family members, or strangers. Glorify yourself through me, O God. Amen.

Today’s prayer from Life for Leaders Daily Devotion written by Mark D. Roberts March 6, 2018
https://mailchi.mp/depree.org/gods-glory-and-the-holy-spirit?e=1bc587c115

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #JesusCalling #DearYoungerMe #Proverbs1921 #LifeForLeaders

we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

March 7, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

Romana 8:37 (NIV)

Today’s reading
Psalm 22
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalms+22&version=NLT

REFRAMING JESUS

PSALM 22—A PROMISE IN PAIN

As you read this psalm, remember the gritty details of the crucifixion, recorded a thousand years before it happened: Jesus was thirsty, his hands and feet were pierced, his bones were not broken, and the soldiers gambled for his clothing. The prophetic description of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is obvious.

Look at verse 1—Jesus says this very statement on the cross. He clearly knows this prophecy and speaks it as it comes to pass (Matthew 27:46). But Jesus’ declaration is not a sign of doubting the Father when he says, “Why have you abandoned me?” Those nearby who heard him would’ve immediately recognized that Jesus was quoting a familiar psalm. He was uttering words the Jews in the crowd would have known by heart. And during Jesus’ time, the psalms were titled by their first lines, not by the numbers we use today. His cry on the cross draws our attention to the entire psalm—not just the message in the first line. Read Psalm 22 to the end and see the promise it holds.

David probably didn’t know what his own deeply personal cry for help in this psalm was going to become. But it shows us that God not only hears our cries for help, but he can also use them. Jesus is not offended by our pleas, by our recognition of our weaknesses, or by our raw expression of fear or need. Instead, he takes our cries onto himself and expresses them to his Father.

Today’s devotion
The Source of Abundant Joy

My Utmost for His Highest
https://utmost.org/the-source-of-abundant-joy/

The things we try to avoid and fight against— tribulation, suffering, and persecution— are the very things that produce abundant joy in us. “We are more than conquerors through Him” “in all these things”; not in spite of them, but in the midst of them.

Today’s worship song
Same Power
Jeremy Camp
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/same-power/941527641?i=941527652

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, we are more than conquerors through You who loves us, unconditionally. We just need to remember and walk with belief and faith, that same power that was in Jesus, lives in us. So Abba Father help us overcome our unbelief! Give us eyes of faith! Continue to bless me and mine, enlarge our territory for Your will, lay Your hand upon us, keeping us from evil and causing pain. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #SamePower #MyUtmost #MoreThanConquerors

in much patience, in tribulations, in needs, in distresses,

March 6, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

2 Corinthians 6:4 NKJV
But in all things we commend ourselves as ministers of God: in much patience, in tribulations, in needs, in distresses,

Today’s reading
Matthew 27
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+27&version=NLT

Today’s devotion
Taking the Next Step

My Utmost for His Highest
https://utmost.org/taking-the-next-step/

When you have no vision from God, no enthusiasm left in your life, and no one watching and encouraging you, it requires the grace of Almighty God to take the next step in your devotion to Him, in the reading and studying of His Word, in your family life, or in your duty to Him. It takes much more of the grace of God, and a much greater awareness of drawing upon Him, to take that next step…

Today’s worship song
I Will Rise
Chris Tomlin
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/i-will-rise/1037467891?i=1037468708

There’s a peace I’ve come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There’s an anchor for my soul
I can say "It is well"

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, with a grateful heart and an awareness of each and every blessing. I come to You each morning, knowing it takes ‘much more of Your grace and a much greater awareness of my drawing upon You, to take the next step.’ So I wake opening my mind and heart to Your Word and the Holy Spirit. Seeking that verse, reading, devotion or song that connects me to You, lifting me up and readying me for this new day. My OneWalk with You. Hear my prayers, take my hand, continue to bless me and mine, keep us from evil and causing pain. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #MyUtmost #IWillRise #2Corinthians6:4

MAKE FRIENDS WITH THE PROBLEMS IN YOUR LIFE

March 5, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

Romans 8:28 Amplified Bible (AMP)

And we know [with great confidence] that God [who is deeply concerned about us] causes all things to work together [as a plan] for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to His plan and purpose.

Today’s reading
Matthew 26
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+26&version=NLT

Today’s devotion
Jesus Calling
http://www.jesuscalling.com/app/

MAKE FRIENDS WITH THE PROBLEMS IN YOUR LIFE. Though many things feel random and wrong, remember that I am sovereign over everything. I can fit everything into apattern for good, but only to the extent that you trust Me. Every problem can teach you something, transforming you little by little into the masterpiece I created you to be. The very same problem can become a stumbling block over which you fall if you react with distrust and defiance. The choice is up to you, and you will have to choose many times each day whether to trust Me or defy Me.

The best way to befriend your problems is to thank Me for them. This simple act opens your mind to the possibility of benefits flowing from your difficulties. You can even give persistent problems nicknames, helping you to approach them with familiarity rather than with dread. The next step is to introduce them to Me, enabling Me to embrace them in My loving Presence. I will not necessarily remove your problems, but My wisdom is sufficient to bring good out of every one of them.

Today’s worship song
Masterpiece
Danny Gokey
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/masterpiece/1174317441?i=1174318362

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, I seek rest and peace in Your presence. Preparing for the new day at hand. I ask that You renew my strength and energy. Liken my heart to Yours. Open my ears, eyes, mind and heart to those in need You place in my path today. Continue to bless me and mine, enlarge our territory for Your will, lay Your hand upon us, keeping us from evil and causing pain. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #JesusCalling #Masterpiece

Walk By Faith

March 4, 2018

OneWalk: Under the Sun, with the Son
Today’s Bible Verse, Reading, Devotion, Worship Song and Prayer

Today’s verse

Acts 20:24 NLT
But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus-the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God.

Today’s reading
Isaiah 59
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+59&version=NLT

Isaiah 59:21 NLT
[21] "And this is my covenant with them," says the LORD. "My Spirit will not leave them, and neither will these words I have given you. They will be on your lips and on the lips of your children and your children’s children forever. I, the LORD, have spoken!

Today’s devotion
Is This True of Me?
My Utmost for His Highest
https://utmost.org/is-this-true-of-me/

But once you receive a commission from Jesus Christ, the memory of what God asks of you will always be there to prod you on to do His will. You will no longer be able to work for Him on the basis of common sense.

What do I count in my life as “dear to myself”? If I have not been seized by Jesus Christ and have not surrendered myself to Him…

Today’s worship song
Walk By Faith
Jeremy Camp
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/walk-by-faith/723794234?i=723794308

Well I will walk by faith
Even when I cannot see
Well because this broken road
Prepares your will for me

Today’s prayer
Dear Lord God, Abba Father, today’s song sums it up for me on this day. I will walk by faith, even when I cannot see. Because this broken road, prepares Your will for me. All I ask is that my ‘one walk’ serve that will and lead someone to You today. Continue to bless me and mine, enlarge our territory to serve Your will, lay Your hand upon us, keep us from evil and from causing pain. Amen

#OneWalk #MyDailyPrayers #PrayWithoutCeasing #WalkByFaith #MyUtmost