Word of the Month Archive
06.01.09
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”– Matthew 6:33
Over the years I've noticed many people who have fallen away or become discouraged because, honestly, they did not keep the kingdom of God as the first priority of their lives. This includes Bible study, prayer, and church attendance. It also includes tithing, giving, forgiveness, and staying hungry for His presence. This is not God’s responsibility but ours. I pray you will continue to keep Jesus and His ministry first. You may also want to take a peek at Revelation 2:4.
05.01.09
“Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God.”– Acts 20:26–27
I’ve been leaning on this verse lately. Today is a terrible day of false doctrines, hirelings, and many being in the “business of the ministry,” rather than ministry. Pray for your pastor that he is bold, preaches with fire in his belly, and teaches the pure and entire Word of God.
04.01.09
“Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this I will be confident.”– Psalm 27:3
Vickie and I have been using this verse as our weapon against the attacks on our life and ministry. We sow it to you with the same “spirit of fight.” May you continue to win every battle. The enemy is going to lose, and the kingdom of God is going to win—no matter what it looks like.
03.01.09
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of your ground; neither shall your vine cast her fruit before the time in the field, saith the Lord of hosts. And all nations shall call you blessed: for ye shall be a delightsome land, saith the Lord of hosts.”– Malachi 3:10–12
In such a terrible day of battles, we need God on the scene of our life, rebuking the devourer on our behalf. The devourer is not always satan himself but whatever is devouring your life. Be sure your tithe is not only up-to-date but that you are tithing biblically.
02.01.09
“For wherein shall it be known here that I and thy people have found grace in thy sight? is it not in that thou goest with us? so shall we be separated, I and thy people, from all the people that are upon the face of the earth.”– Exodus 33:16
What separates us from all other people is the presence of God on our lives and in our midst. We should seek this at all cost.
01.01.09
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.”– 1 Corinthians 16:13 NIV
12.10.08
“And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.”– Matthew 1:21
At Christmastime, I am always grateful for my salvation, realizing that I am one of the reasons the Lord Jesus came to this earth. So are you. Congratulations! You have been delivered from all sin and the sinful nature. Enjoy it.
11.01.08
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”– 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family from all of us. Remember, we do not give thanks “for” everything because not everything that happens to us is from the Father above. We give thanks “in” everything, knowing that the Lord is bringing us through.
05.01.08
“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall rise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee.”– Isaiah 60:1–2
I have been meditating in this vision/prophecy that Isaiah saw about the day we live in. It’s obvious that “darkness and gross darkness” has set upon this planet. However, the glory of the Lord shall be “seen” upon you and me. May His presence be upon you stronger than ever before, and may everyone who knows you see it and witness that you are walking with the Most High God!
01.30.08
“Mark out a straight path for your feet so that those who are weak and lame will not fall but become strong.”– Hebrews 12:13 NLT
I believe the Lord is going to meet those who are chasing Him and crying out to Him. This is a year to make things straight and press into God and break every shackle and every distraction. May you be empowered to do this in 2008!
