GOD’S WORD FOR SEPTEMBER 14

We are reading from a daily devotional  called “Running To Win” written by Erwin Lutzer  and the late, great D.L. Moody.   Erwin Lutzer is a light in our day as D.L. Moody was in his.  Besides his many ministries, and many books, Pastor Lutzer was Senior Pastor at Moody Church in Chicago for 36 years and now serves as Pastor Emeritus there.  He is  Chancelor and a former professor at Moody Bible Institute, where he taught Theology and Ministry, and now has numerous radio teachings.

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RENOUNCE FEAR

In God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can man do to me?   Psalm 56:11

D.L. MOODY

If God has hid me in the secret pavilion, let men slander me and abuse me if they like! If I can say that God is my Father, Jesus is my Saviour, and heaven is my home, let the world rail, let the flesh do what it pleases, I will not be afraid of evil tidings, for my trust is in God! Is not that a good footing for eternity? “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away” (Matthew 24:35).

ERWIN LUTZER

The following is an excerpt of a prayer I have sometimes invited others to join me in praying to banish fear. When our lives are threatened, when our future is ominous and tragedy strikes, fear can grip our hearts. Read these words as an expression of your own heart and mind as we approach God based on His promises.

“I reject the fear of the future, for I believe that the future is in God’s hands. I reject the fear of evildoers, for God’s Word says, “Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear” (Psalm 27:3). I renounce the fear of Satan, for God’s Word says he has already been conquered “by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony” (Revelation 12:11). I renounce the fear of death, for I affirm with the apostle Paul, “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21 ). Therefore, I choose to fear you more than I do any human being. I affirm, “The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” (Psalm 118:6–8).”

Fear comes into our lives uninvited and at unexpected times. When it returns, refresh your mind by rereading the above words and adding other promises of Scripture.

    PRAYER

    Father, as I dwell on your promises, give me the gift of peace Jesus promised His disciples.

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Psalm 27:1

“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?  The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”

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Psalm 55:22

“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall.”

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Deuteronomy 31:6

“Be strong and courageous.  Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

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Isaiah 41:13-14

“’For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.  Do not be afraid, for I myself will help you,’ declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.”

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Psalm 46:1

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

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Psalm 118:6-7

“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.  What can man do to me?  The Lord is with me; he is my helper.”

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Proverbs 29:25

“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”

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