SEPTEMBER 14

OUR PERSONAL PROMISES

Hebrews 13:5

“Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Here is that same verse in the Amplified translation, which takes the full meaning of the original languages:

“Let your character [your moral essence, your inner nature] be free from the love of money [shun greed—be financially ethical], being content with what you have; for He has said, “I will never [under any circumstances] desert you [nor give you up nor leave you without support, nor will I in any degree leave you helpless], nor will I forsake or let you down or relax My hold on you [assuredly not]!”

Psalm 71:3

“Be my strong refuge, To which I may resort continually; You have given the commandment to save me, For You are my rock and my fortress.”

Deuteronomy 33:27a

“The eternal God is your refuge,

And underneath are the everlasting arms;”

Ephes 2:6 

“ And hath raised us up together and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.”

Psalm 41:12

“As for me, You uphold me in my integrity, And set me before Your face forever.”

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Most of us are praying for the salvation of members of our families, or friends.  Here is a suggested prayer:

“Prayer over family:

“May the Blood of Jesus cover your lives, May His Holy Spirit lead you and guide you into all truth. May you come to know Him through the Power of His Cross. May He draw you to Himself, teach you, and lead you in His ways. May He place a hunger in your heart that only He can fill. May you come to know Him as a compassionate , forgiving and merciful Father and God. May His love fill your hearts, and may He reveal Himself to you in ways beyond your imaginations. May your hearts be discerning hearts, that follow after Him closely. He will Save you, deliver you, and make you the righteousness of Him in Christ Jesus. May you know you are greatly loved by Him, and what His death, crucifixion and resurrection provided for you. May He place a hunger in your hearts, that only He can fill. May you know that “by faith” you can be born again, and receive life, new purpose and the Holy Spirit to come into your life to comfort, lead and teach you in this life.   He’s a good Father, who loves you and waits for you.”

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This month we will read choices from Charles Spurgeon’s (known affectionately as the “prince of preachers”)  devotional   “Beside Still Waters.”    It’s no secret that this world system is getting more evil by the day.  We have to stand strong in the Lord and look to Him more than ever to get through, and to be guided through, what is in the future……..known and allowed  by Him alone…..as well as whatever personal things we are experiencing in our lives.

When your trials were so severe that you were forced to flee to God, did you find this statement true?  His door was never closed.  He never said, “Go elsewhere.”  He never upbraided you for presumption when you came.  When you hid in Him, it was a blessed retreat.  When you entered your closet, shut the door, and hid with God, you had perfect peace.

Look at the little chicks under the hen.  See how they bury their  heads in the feathers of her warm bosom.  Hear their little chirps of perfect happiness as they nestle under their other’s wing. 

“He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge;  His truth shall be your shield and buckler.” (Ps 91:4).  Have you found this to be true?

My happiest hours have not been days of pleasure but nights of sorrow.  When all waters are bitter, the cup of divine consolation is all the sweeter.  For brightness, do not give me sunshine, give me the Lord’s superior glory, for it lights up affliction’s darkness.

 Happiness does not depend on success in business or being applauded by one and all.  The only thing necessary for happiness is for the Lord to smile on you.  It is not essential to be in good health or even naturally cheerful.  God gives the truest health in sickness and the most tender joy in depression.

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Ps 46:1).  It has been many days since we first went to Him, and we have been many times since, but He has never failed. 

To know Him is life eternal.  To know Him is solid peace.  No calamity can destroy that peace.

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