'Your Will, Not Mine!' β Mark 14:36
Key Thought
Jesus recognizes two crucial realities: First, God can do anything he wants to do; he is God, the sovereign ruler of all things. Second, Jesus knows that his life must be governed by God's will and not his own. The whole of human salvation history hinges on Jesus' following through on one heart-felt phrase from his lips: "I want your will to be done, not mine." In a parallel way, our future is also determined by our following our Savior's example and saying, "Father, I want your will to be done, not mine."
Today's Prayer
Father in heaven, thank you that Jesus was willing to submit his will to yours and to allow himself to be crucified for my sin. I want so much to mean the following words just as he did: "Not my will, but your will, dear Father, be done." In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
James 4:13-16
Romans 8:26-27
Romans 12:1-2
"Abba, Father," [Jesus] cried out, "everything is possible for you. Please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine."
Key Thought
Jesus recognizes two crucial realities: First, God can do anything he wants to do; he is God, the sovereign ruler of all things. Second, Jesus knows that his life must be governed by God's will and not his own. The whole of human salvation history hinges on Jesus' following through on one heart-felt phrase from his lips: "I want your will to be done, not mine." In a parallel way, our future is also determined by our following our Savior's example and saying, "Father, I want your will to be done, not mine."
Today's Prayer
Father in heaven, thank you that Jesus was willing to submit his will to yours and to allow himself to be crucified for my sin. I want so much to mean the following words just as he did: "Not my will, but your will, dear Father, be done." In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
James 4:13-16
Romans 8:26-27
Romans 12:1-2
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ENCOURAGE YOURSELF IN JESUS
And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God...(1 Samuel 30v6)
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Jesus...
My hope is in you
My hope is in you
My hope is in you
I encourage myself in you
And rejoice in hope
For when trouble comes
And in distress
I will encourage myself
In you Jesus
[Worship in the Spirit]
...Hallelujah...
Seek to encourage yourself in the Lord, even in times of distress and when all your loved ones turn their back at you, or when we find ourselves in a situation where it seems there is no way to turn...just encourage yourself in the Lord, remember Jesus loves you so much and will never leave you nor forsake you...All you need is to surrender everything to him and the Lord will turn the situation around for your good ππ»Lord Jesus, I surrender my life to you as my personal Lord and savior...please let your mercy prevail over judgement upon my life and write my name in the book of life for me to reign with you in eternity in Jesus mighty name
πThank you Lord Jesus for bringing to pass every of our expectation in you and encourage your church in this last days all to your glory in Jesus mighty name [Pray in the Spirit] Thank you Holy Spirit; In the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God...(1 Samuel 30v6)
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Jesus...
My hope is in you
My hope is in you
My hope is in you
I encourage myself in you
And rejoice in hope
For when trouble comes
And in distress
I will encourage myself
In you Jesus
[Worship in the Spirit]
...Hallelujah...
Seek to encourage yourself in the Lord, even in times of distress and when all your loved ones turn their back at you, or when we find ourselves in a situation where it seems there is no way to turn...just encourage yourself in the Lord, remember Jesus loves you so much and will never leave you nor forsake you...All you need is to surrender everything to him and the Lord will turn the situation around for your good ππ»Lord Jesus, I surrender my life to you as my personal Lord and savior...please let your mercy prevail over judgement upon my life and write my name in the book of life for me to reign with you in eternity in Jesus mighty name
πThank you Lord Jesus for bringing to pass every of our expectation in you and encourage your church in this last days all to your glory in Jesus mighty name [Pray in the Spirit] Thank you Holy Spirit; In the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
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π½πβπΌ πββπβππβπΌ: 2 Kings 5:20-27
[20] But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, βLook, my master has spared Naaman this Syrian, while not receiving from his hands what he brought; but as the Lord lives, I will run after him and take something from him.β [21] So Gehazi pursued Naaman. When Naaman saw him running after him, he got down from the chariot to meet him, and said, βIs all well?β [22] And he said, βAll is well. My master has sent me, saying, βIndeed, just now two young men of the sons of the prophets have come to me from the mountains of Ephraim. Please give them a talent of silver and two changes of garments.β β [23] So Naaman said, βPlease, take two talents.β And he urged him, and bound two talents of silver in two bags, with two changes of garments, and handed them to two of his servants; and they carried them on ahead of him. [24] When he came to the citadel, he took them from their hand, and stored them away in the house; then he let the men go, and they departed. [25] Now he went in and stood before his master. Elisha said to him, βWhere did you go, Gehazi?β And he said, βYour servant did not go anywhere.β [26] Then he said to him, βDid not my heart go with you when the man turned back from his chariot to meet you? Is it time to receive money and to receive clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, male and female servants? [27] Therefore the leprosy of Naaman shall cling to you and your descendants forever.β And he went out from his presence leprous, as white as snow.
ππΌππβπ ππΌβππΌ:
1 Timothy 6:6 - "But godliness with contentment is great gain."
ππππππΈπππβπΈπ βππππΌπ:
Nothing gives peace more than contentment and nothing breeds trouble more than covetousness.
ββπΈπππΌ & ππβπβπβ
ββπββπΌππβ ππβπ» π½πβ πππ»πΈπ:
π ππ¬ π¬π’π¨ π‘π’π§ ππ’π©ππ§ πͺπππ§ πͺπππ ππ₯ππ‘π π¬π’π¨ π§π₯π’π¨πππ, ππ‘ π§ππ π‘ππ π π’π πππ¦π¨π¦.
πππ ππΌπππΈπΎπΌ:
Today, we want to look at another covetous young man -Gehazi. Gehazi was a servant of Elisha, one of the greatest prophets in the Bible. Thus, opportunities abound for him to receive the mantle of Elisha. Elisha served Elijah and received the double portion of his power. If Gehazi had served Elisha well, he too could have received a quantum dimension of the power of Elijah. However, covetousness got the better part of this young man and he ended a leprous man. Elisha went from the presence of Elijah, a powerful prophet but Gehazi went from the presence of Elisha a leprous fellow. Beware of covetousness!
In 2 Kings 5:15-16, Namaan who had been cleansed of leprosy brought some gifts to Elisha, but the man of God refused it. This did not go well with Gehazi. He ran after Naaman to collect a talent of silver and two changes of garments. We never read where he ran after God to know Him better but he ran after Naaman. He never ran after Elisha to get power, but he ran after Naaman to collect the gifts of leprosy. He threw caution to the wind, left the substance to pursue the shadows. What a purposeless life! He did not understand that there are times to take gifts and there are times to reject gifts. To Gehazi, every gift is a blessing and must be collected. May we not collect trouble wrapped as a gift in the name of Jesus.
No wonder, when Elisha gave him his staff in 2 Kings 4:29 to go and perform miracle with it, the staff of power refused to work in Gehazi's hands because his hands had been bewitched at the altar of covetousness. You cannot be holding onto the devil's property and expect the rod of God to prosper in your hands. Beware of covetousness! It is an expressway to leprosy. Gehazi got the reward of leprosy not just for himself but for his seed forever. He brought generational curse and leprosy on his descendants.
Covetousness is a tragedy. Avoid it like a plague. Be contented with what you have while hoping for a better life from God. Godliness with contentment is a great gain. With contentment comes peace of mind.
π½πβπΌ πββπβππβπΌ: 2 Kings 5:20-27
[20] But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, βLook, my master has spared Naaman this Syrian, while not receiving from his hands what he brought; but as the Lord lives, I will run after him and take something from him.β [21] So Gehazi pursued Naaman. When Naaman saw him running after him, he got down from the chariot to meet him, and said, βIs all well?β [22] And he said, βAll is well. My master has sent me, saying, βIndeed, just now two young men of the sons of the prophets have come to me from the mountains of Ephraim. Please give them a talent of silver and two changes of garments.β β [23] So Naaman said, βPlease, take two talents.β And he urged him, and bound two talents of silver in two bags, with two changes of garments, and handed them to two of his servants; and they carried them on ahead of him. [24] When he came to the citadel, he took them from their hand, and stored them away in the house; then he let the men go, and they departed. [25] Now he went in and stood before his master. Elisha said to him, βWhere did you go, Gehazi?β And he said, βYour servant did not go anywhere.β [26] Then he said to him, βDid not my heart go with you when the man turned back from his chariot to meet you? Is it time to receive money and to receive clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, male and female servants? [27] Therefore the leprosy of Naaman shall cling to you and your descendants forever.β And he went out from his presence leprous, as white as snow.
ππΌππβπ ππΌβππΌ:
1 Timothy 6:6 - "But godliness with contentment is great gain."
ππππππΈπππβπΈπ βππππΌπ:
Nothing gives peace more than contentment and nothing breeds trouble more than covetousness.
ββπΈπππΌ & ππβπβπβ
ββπββπΌππβ ππβπ» π½πβ πππ»πΈπ:
π ππ¬ π¬π’π¨ π‘π’π§ ππ’π©ππ§ πͺπππ§ πͺπππ ππ₯ππ‘π π¬π’π¨ π§π₯π’π¨πππ, ππ‘ π§ππ π‘ππ π π’π πππ¦π¨π¦.
πππ ππΌπππΈπΎπΌ:
Today, we want to look at another covetous young man -Gehazi. Gehazi was a servant of Elisha, one of the greatest prophets in the Bible. Thus, opportunities abound for him to receive the mantle of Elisha. Elisha served Elijah and received the double portion of his power. If Gehazi had served Elisha well, he too could have received a quantum dimension of the power of Elijah. However, covetousness got the better part of this young man and he ended a leprous man. Elisha went from the presence of Elijah, a powerful prophet but Gehazi went from the presence of Elisha a leprous fellow. Beware of covetousness!
In 2 Kings 5:15-16, Namaan who had been cleansed of leprosy brought some gifts to Elisha, but the man of God refused it. This did not go well with Gehazi. He ran after Naaman to collect a talent of silver and two changes of garments. We never read where he ran after God to know Him better but he ran after Naaman. He never ran after Elisha to get power, but he ran after Naaman to collect the gifts of leprosy. He threw caution to the wind, left the substance to pursue the shadows. What a purposeless life! He did not understand that there are times to take gifts and there are times to reject gifts. To Gehazi, every gift is a blessing and must be collected. May we not collect trouble wrapped as a gift in the name of Jesus.
No wonder, when Elisha gave him his staff in 2 Kings 4:29 to go and perform miracle with it, the staff of power refused to work in Gehazi's hands because his hands had been bewitched at the altar of covetousness. You cannot be holding onto the devil's property and expect the rod of God to prosper in your hands. Beware of covetousness! It is an expressway to leprosy. Gehazi got the reward of leprosy not just for himself but for his seed forever. He brought generational curse and leprosy on his descendants.
Covetousness is a tragedy. Avoid it like a plague. Be contented with what you have while hoping for a better life from God. Godliness with contentment is a great gain. With contentment comes peace of mind.
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ββπΈππΌβ βππβππ:
1. Arrow of covetousness fired to finish me up, you are a liar, jump out of me and die, in the name of Jesus.
2. Inordinate love for money, die to your root, in the name of Jesus.
3. Spirit of Gehazi on assignment to rubbish my calling, I am not your candidate, die by fire, in the name of Jesus.
4. You my hands, reject bewitchment, in the name of Jesus.
5. Powers distracting me to leave the substance to chase the shadows, die by fire, in the name of Jesus.
6. Powers on assignment to derail me, you are a liar, receive the leprosy of Naaman now, in the name of Jesus.
7. By fire, by force, I receive a quantum leap in the spirit, I walk into new dimension of God's power, in the name of Jesus.
1. Arrow of covetousness fired to finish me up, you are a liar, jump out of me and die, in the name of Jesus.
2. Inordinate love for money, die to your root, in the name of Jesus.
3. Spirit of Gehazi on assignment to rubbish my calling, I am not your candidate, die by fire, in the name of Jesus.
4. You my hands, reject bewitchment, in the name of Jesus.
5. Powers distracting me to leave the substance to chase the shadows, die by fire, in the name of Jesus.
6. Powers on assignment to derail me, you are a liar, receive the leprosy of Naaman now, in the name of Jesus.
7. By fire, by force, I receive a quantum leap in the spirit, I walk into new dimension of God's power, in the name of Jesus.
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Which book closes with and I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the LORD thy God.
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29%
Obadiah
24%
Joel
25%
Hosea
22%
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'Couldn't You Watch with Me?' β Mark 14:37
Then [Jesus] returned and found the disciples asleep. He said to Peter, "Simon, are you asleep? Couldn't you watch with me even one hour?"
Key Thought
How this situation must have hurt the Lord. My heart breaks for Jesus as he endures this time in Gethsemane. He knows he is going to the cross. He knows Judas will betray him. He knows his closest followers will abandon him. He knows that Peter will deny him. He knows the other ten will run away and leave him alone. He knows that he will be ridiculed and mocked. Now, knowing all of those things, he still does not have anyone care for him enough to pray with him an hour. I'm so thankful that the Lord knows what it feels like to be forsaken and let down by those closest to you. I'm also so very sad for him. Let's pray and work to never let him down like this ever again.
Today's Prayer
O Father, I am so sorry! Please, dear Lord, make me stronger and more courageous. Don't ever let me outlive my love for you and my willingness to always show that love in my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
Mark 14:43-50
Hebrews 2:14-18
Hebrews 4:14-16
Then [Jesus] returned and found the disciples asleep. He said to Peter, "Simon, are you asleep? Couldn't you watch with me even one hour?"
Key Thought
How this situation must have hurt the Lord. My heart breaks for Jesus as he endures this time in Gethsemane. He knows he is going to the cross. He knows Judas will betray him. He knows his closest followers will abandon him. He knows that Peter will deny him. He knows the other ten will run away and leave him alone. He knows that he will be ridiculed and mocked. Now, knowing all of those things, he still does not have anyone care for him enough to pray with him an hour. I'm so thankful that the Lord knows what it feels like to be forsaken and let down by those closest to you. I'm also so very sad for him. Let's pray and work to never let him down like this ever again.
Today's Prayer
O Father, I am so sorry! Please, dear Lord, make me stronger and more courageous. Don't ever let me outlive my love for you and my willingness to always show that love in my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
Mark 14:43-50
Hebrews 2:14-18
Hebrews 4:14-16
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βThe unknown can become known through the revelation of Godβs truth.β
Todayβs daily devotional focuses on Paulβs experiences in Thessalonica and Athens. After being driven out of Thessalonica, Paul preached in Athens, using an altar to an "unknown god" to introduce the Athenians to the true God. This story highlights Paulβs dedication to spreading the gospel despite opposition.
SCRIPTURE
STORY
Have you ever encountered people who worship without truly knowing the God they seek?
Paul's journey to Thessalonica and Athens reveals how he used every opportunity, even amid opposition, to spread the gospel and make the unknown God known.
In Thessalonica, Paulβs teaching about Jesus led many to faith, but it also stirred anger among some Jews, leading to a violent mob seeking Paulβs life. This forced Paul, Silas, and Timothy to flee to Berea. Despite the danger, Paul continued his mission, demonstrating that true faith often requires courage and resilience.
How do you respond when faced with opposition or danger for your beliefs? Paulβs unwavering commitment to his mission inspires us to persevere in our faith and continue sharing the gospel, regardless of the challenges we face.
In Athens, Paul found a city full of idols. He addressed the Areopagus, seizing the opportunity to reveal the truth about the one true God using the Athenians' own altar to an "unknown god." This encounter teaches us that Godβs presence can be found even among those who unknowingly seek Him.
Have you ever used a common cultural reference or situation to share the truth about God with others?
Paulβs message to the Athenians emphasizes the importance of pursuing a life that honors God, knowing that He is not far from each one of us. By living faithfully and sharing the gospel boldly, we can help others come to know the God they seek.
REFLECTION
This week, focus on being bold in your faith and seizing opportunities to share the message of Jesus. Spend time in prayer, asking God to give you courage and wisdom in your interactions with others.
Look for ways to honor God in your daily life and encourage others to seek Him. Embrace the example of Paul, who turned every encounter into an opportunity to reveal the unknown God to those who were seeking.
βYou'll never see God's power until you start praying specifically.β
PRAYER
As I study the life of Paul I will be mindful to study his approach and how he reached the heart of those who believed differently than him. With the power of God, Paul delivered a masterpiece of a speech, he connected brilliantly with people from a different culture showing he understood Greek society and their human needs. In the same breath, I pray that You give me the same precision and tactfulness that Paul uses to reach the lost. In the same way allow me to speak with affirmation, familiarity, inclusive language, encouragement, and hope as I lead them to the unknown God that created the heavens and the Earth. Release in me the gifting of speech and communication on a level Iβve never known. I am a student and a servant first, therefore my mind is open and ready to receive all I need to grow! In Jesusβ Name, Amen.
Todayβs daily devotional focuses on Paulβs experiences in Thessalonica and Athens. After being driven out of Thessalonica, Paul preached in Athens, using an altar to an "unknown god" to introduce the Athenians to the true God. This story highlights Paulβs dedication to spreading the gospel despite opposition.
SCRIPTURE
"For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, To The Unknown God. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you." Acts 17:23
STORY
Have you ever encountered people who worship without truly knowing the God they seek?
Paul's journey to Thessalonica and Athens reveals how he used every opportunity, even amid opposition, to spread the gospel and make the unknown God known.
In Thessalonica, Paulβs teaching about Jesus led many to faith, but it also stirred anger among some Jews, leading to a violent mob seeking Paulβs life. This forced Paul, Silas, and Timothy to flee to Berea. Despite the danger, Paul continued his mission, demonstrating that true faith often requires courage and resilience.
How do you respond when faced with opposition or danger for your beliefs? Paulβs unwavering commitment to his mission inspires us to persevere in our faith and continue sharing the gospel, regardless of the challenges we face.
In Athens, Paul found a city full of idols. He addressed the Areopagus, seizing the opportunity to reveal the truth about the one true God using the Athenians' own altar to an "unknown god." This encounter teaches us that Godβs presence can be found even among those who unknowingly seek Him.
Have you ever used a common cultural reference or situation to share the truth about God with others?
Paulβs message to the Athenians emphasizes the importance of pursuing a life that honors God, knowing that He is not far from each one of us. By living faithfully and sharing the gospel boldly, we can help others come to know the God they seek.
REFLECTION
This week, focus on being bold in your faith and seizing opportunities to share the message of Jesus. Spend time in prayer, asking God to give you courage and wisdom in your interactions with others.
Look for ways to honor God in your daily life and encourage others to seek Him. Embrace the example of Paul, who turned every encounter into an opportunity to reveal the unknown God to those who were seeking.
βYou'll never see God's power until you start praying specifically.β
PRAYER
As I study the life of Paul I will be mindful to study his approach and how he reached the heart of those who believed differently than him. With the power of God, Paul delivered a masterpiece of a speech, he connected brilliantly with people from a different culture showing he understood Greek society and their human needs. In the same breath, I pray that You give me the same precision and tactfulness that Paul uses to reach the lost. In the same way allow me to speak with affirmation, familiarity, inclusive language, encouragement, and hope as I lead them to the unknown God that created the heavens and the Earth. Release in me the gifting of speech and communication on a level Iβve never known. I am a student and a servant first, therefore my mind is open and ready to receive all I need to grow! In Jesusβ Name, Amen.
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