SEPTEMBER 29

OUR PERSONAL PROMISES

Matthew 21:22

“And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.”

James 1:6-7

“But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind.  For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord;”

(Remember, again, these promises are to repented and committed followers of Jesus Christ, who, it is understood, will seek His will and not ask for material things solely for selfish reasons.)

James 5:16

“Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.”

Psalm 34:17

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears,

And delivers them out of all their troubles.”

Psalm 38:15

“For in You, O Lord, I hope;

You will hear, O Lord my God.”

Psalm 27:14

“Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!”

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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.

PASTOR SPURGEON:

The borrowed axe head was hopelessly lost under-water.  The honor of the prophetic band was threatened because the name of their God would be compromised.  Against all expectations, the iron rose from the stream’s bed and floated. 
“The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” (Luke 18:27).

A few years ago a Christian I knew was called to a project that far exceeded his ability.  It was so difficult that the very idea of attempting it bordered on the absurd.  Yet he was called, and his faith rose to the occasion.  God honored that faith, and unexpected Aid was sent:  the iron floated.

Another member of the Lord’s family was in a disastrous financial situation.  He would be able to meet all of his obligations and much more if he could sell part of his estate.  When it did not sell, he was placed under great pressure.  In vain he sought the help of friends, but then faith led him to the unfailing Helper and the trouble was averted. 

“God enlarged his path under him, so his feet did not slip.” (2 Samuel 22:37).  The iron floated.

A third individual had to deal with a friend who was terribly depraved.  He taught, warned, invited, and interceded.  But the stubborn spirit would not relent.  Then came an agony of prayer and soon a blessed answer from heaven.  The hard heart was broken.  The iron floated.

Beloved, what is your desperate problem?

What heavy trial hangs over you?

Bring it to the mercy seat.  The God of the prophets still lives.  He lives to help His saints, “that you may lack nothing” (1 Thessalonians 4:12).  Believe in the Lord of hosts!   Approach Him.  Plead the name of Jesus.  The iron will float.

You will see the finger of God working miracles for His people.  “According to your faith let it be to you.” (Matthew 9:29). 

Once again, THE IRON WILL FLOAT.

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