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October 10, 2017 “because if thou shalt confess with thy mouth Jesus as Lord, and shalt believe in thy heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved:” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭10:9‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/rom.10.9.asv “Come now therefore, and I will send thee unto Pharaoh, that thou mayest bring forth my people the children of Israel out of Egypt. And Moses said unto God, Who am I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt?” ‭‭Exodus‬ ‭3:10-11‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/exo.3.10-11.asv I heard this song on the radio and it inspired  this prayer blog. The tune plays over and over in my…

September 2, 2017 “For we are not bold to number or compare ourselves with certain of them that commend themselves: but they themselves, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves with themselves, are without understanding.” ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭10:12‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/2co.10.12.asv At first glance at this picture you might see an ugly dead tree branch. But a closer look reveals beauty and a home for animals. We tend to compare ourselves with others, listen to others criticize our actions. We tend to base our success and failures on what others say about us. I used to tell my children, there will always be someone that has more than you, that does…

September 26, 2017 “But,” he said, “you cannot see my face, for man shall not see me and live.” And the Lord said, “Behold, there is a place by me where you shall stand on the rock, and while my glory passes by I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and I will cover you with my hand until I have passed by. Then I will take away my hand, and you shall see my back, but my face shall not be seen.” Exodus 33:20-23 As I read today’s devotion I’m reminded of Gods super natural being. His virgin birth, his miracles, his resurrection from death. I’m…

September 17, 2017 “in everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus to you-ward.” ‭‭1 Thessalonians‬ ‭5:18‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/1th.5.18.asv “O give thanks unto Jehovah, call upon his name; Make known his doings among the peoples. Sing unto him, sing praises unto him; Talk ye of all his marvellous works.” ‭‭1 Chronicles‬ ‭16:8-9‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/1ch.16.8-9.asv One of my current devotions is about simple prayers. Today’s devotion is focused on thankfulness. Which is right on schedule with what God has been talking to me about. It’s hard to find words to describe my feelings lately. I get so excited about the simple things. When I drop something on…

September 9, 2017 “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and will show thee great things, and difficult, which thou knowest not.” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭33:3‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/jer.33.3.asv Psalm 145:17-19 (NIV) “The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does. The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” “And he hath said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my weaknesses, that the…

August 29, 2017 “Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4:9‬ ‭NLT‬‬ http://bible.com/116/php.4.9.nlt After last weeks blog, this verse is the most logical next step. It’s amazing how God is still alive and talking to us. If we will only listen. This verse is from my bible devotion app, the scripture of the day. It goes out to millions of people, the same verse. Yet it’s personal to me. Only our God can do that! If you’re wondering what this picture is, it’s a picture of Gods provision,…

August 17, 2017 “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭1:6‬ ‭NLT‬‬ http://bible.com/116/php.1.6.nlt I’d like to answer the title question with a quick and strong YES! God has proved himself over and over again to this truth, in my life and so many others. History, both biblical and our world today are filled with Gods miracles! I’ve come across so many bible verses for this weeks prayer blog. I almost want to just share the verses instead  of writing. But God said to write so here I…

August 15, 2017 “Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; But Jehovah weigheth the hearts.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭21:2‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/pro.21.2.asv Thy Will by Hillary Scott https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/id1130031380?i=1130031399&uo=4&at=11l7mx God has a way of putting songs, scripture, devotions, situations, people, whatever we need for Him to guide us, right in front of us. Being aware of our surroundings and being sensitive to Gods calling is such an important part of being His child. This song, Thy Will, is currently a support to me in my current walk with the Lord. Every word touches my heart. I’ve noticed with my children, when they were young, and now my grandchildren, they observe every little thing. They notice…

August 6, 2017 “In God (I will praise his word), In God have I put my trust, I will not be afraid; What can flesh do unto me?” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭56:4‬ ‭ASV‬‬ http://bible.com/12/psa.56.4.asv My oldest brought to my attention: “Mom, you almost died twice in 2017!” Yes, I have. Ruptured spleen and broken back in an automobile accident on Feb 6 and heart attack on July 1. My questions for the Lord? #1: Is satan trying to kill me? What mighty things do you have for me? I’m ready, show me, lead me, fill me with your strength and power and wisdom. #2: Are you trying to prepare me? Teach me…

July 30, 2017 “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2 “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.” John 18:36 “But I say, Walk by the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh;…