Kindness Leads To Repentance

Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?Romans 2:4

Did you know each and every person is a sinner saved by grace. If you want a person to be restored and repent you don’t tell them what a scum bag they are and are going straight to hell but you are gentle and loving 

Remember the verse let he who is without sin cast the first stone referring to the woman caught in act of adultery.(John 8:7).  Why is it humans like to classify some sins as the worst ever?

Don’t get too high and mighty as each of us is capable of falling into Satan’s traps if not careful. Pray for those you know who are deceived. If an opportunity arises to forgive do so. Bitterness has deep roots hard to pull out so be kind. 

PRAYER: Lord thank you for your second chances, third chances and even fourth chances. Help me not be haughty. Keep me praying. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Tag Team

“Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2

When you run a relay race you pass the baton on to the next racer who proceeds on the course. In prayer often hearts are heavy and maybe you just can’t handle the load so you get a tag team of sorts that can be trusted. 

In Moms in Prayer you have that tag team ready to support you and not judge you. All prayers are confidential. I have been a part of this ministry since starting a junior high group in 1996 for Poston Junior High in Mesa, Arizona and what a joy it is. 

Maybe you are a man who needs a tag team or you are not a mom and just need prayer. Many fine prayer networks exist to help you share your load as they pray over you. At the end of this devotion I will share some links. Do not let the enemy lie to you and torment you that “what will people think” because God loves you and wants you set free. 

PRAYER: Father give me eyes to see and ears to hear when someone is hurting. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

*Www.momsinprayer.org

*1-800-365-3732 World Harvest prayer

* 1-855-771-HELP 6-8 weekdays

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Reaping And Sowing

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.Galatians 5:6-7 NIV Bible Gateway

It is spring and many are planting gardens sowing seeds that hopefully will reap a harvest. After proper watering, fertilizing and some sunshine hopefully the reward is good. 

You can reap and sow in spiritual world too. If you sow hatred you reap ugliness in your life. If you sow love and respect you will get love and respect. If you sow generosity you likewise will be rewarded. 

Are you sowing good seeds?

PRAYER: Lord help my heart always be turned to love and generosity and not selfishness. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Put On, Put Off

 

But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires.Romans 13:15

It takes discipline to lead the Christian life but it is a joyful life once you conquer the ‘flesh’ and wrong thinking. 

There are many verses in scripture about putting on the new self and imagine yourself dressing in your spiritual outfit. Take off the guilt, shame, anger, comparison, jealousy, and all the freshly things that rob you of joy. For some it might be putting away sensual desires, pornography, lies of Satan and other earthly pleasures that lead you away from Christ. 

Today take stock of your life. What do you need to gravitate towards and add to your spiritual wardrobe and what do you need to put off and throw out? 

PRAYER: Father I know Satan likes to torment those wanting to stay on the right path of life. Give me strength to break any strongholds and keep focused on above. In Jesus’ name. Amen. Put On, Put Off 

Double Minded?

 

A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.James 1:8

Trying to decide what movie to go to can be difficult when no faith based movies are currently playing in the theater. Sure you have an excellent selection of R rated movies, and even movies where they don’t seem bad but in reality may have subliminal messages even for children. Better to stay home and play a game. 

As a child of God it is necessary to value what God values and put to rest those things that can harm your soul. Not going to go self righteous on you but discernment is necessary because some movies are not just entertainment. 

Psalm 101:3 says “I will not look with approval on anything that is vile. I hate what faithless people do; I will have no part in it.” Each individual has to come to their own conclusion. I guess maybe ask yourself if Jesus would enjoy what you plan to view. And the Holy Spirit should bring conviction. 

PRAYER: Father God help me to think about what I put before my eyes and around others to not act haughty but humble. Each person has to decide for themselves. Help me protect my eye and ear gates to my soul. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Be At Peace

“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭18‬ ‭

Is there an area in your life you need peace or a person you need to restore peace with?

Satan is the great agitator, divider, liar, schemer  and does all he can to keep relationships in turmoil. You have prayed and asked God to work so let Him.

While you wait keep giving thanks for the answers that are coming.

PRAYER: I seek your face and I seek peace. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

What To Do When You Don’t Feel Joy

 

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12

Sometimes you can get worn down by things in life and let your mind start rambling all over the place. Gotta keep busy don’t let those brain cells accumulate lies and garbage. 

What weak point do you struggle with? Waiting? Listening? Being still? Trusting

 God? Not believing lies? 

Stop and just take a breath. Tell God you need Him and that you need peace and want to avoid conflict. If you are allowing wrong thoughts in your head start reading some Psalms. Continue to believe God is working and in control. 

PRAYER: Lord help me when I get stuck in a rut and feel trapped. In Jesus’ name. Amen.