June 25 saturday

Point 1 - Pray for others. Don't give up. 

Be a Gap Stander

Psalm 106:23

So he said he would destroy them--had not Moses, his chosen one, stood in the breach before him to keep his wrath from destroying them.

Today's Scripture describes a time after God had delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, then miraculously parted the Red Sea and gave them food and water in the desert. Despite all He had done for them, they started worshipping a golden calf along with partying and being immoral. God was so angry that He would have destroyed them had not Moses fasted and prayed, asking God to have mercy on the Israelites. Because one man stood in the breach for them, God changed His mind and spared their lives. 

Why don't you do as Moses did and stand in the gap for family, friends, and coworkers who are off course and making poor choices. 

Be a people lifter. Make it your mission to take time every day to help pray people into their destiny.

Point 2 - Do good to others, GIVE

Be a Blessing

Proverbs 3:27

Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.

Today's Scripture says that when you know you can be a blessing, when you have the resources to help a person in need, or when you can teach them the skills you've learned, don't put it off. 

As you bless others and show them favor, God is going to bless and favor you. 

Don't live focused only on yourself--your problems, your sickness, your trouble at work. Go and be a blessing to someone in need. Sow a seed with your finances or a word of encouragement. 

When you help solve their problems, you're setting a miracle in motion for yourself, and God is going to solve your problems.

POINT - 3

June 21

New Place                                 

Isaiah 32

My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest. (Isaiah 32:18)

(Gen. 28:11-15)  Jacob lost his place at home, was deceived by his brothers, and orphaned.  He was perplexed at the sight of  his situation, not knowing what was in store for him - a new vision, new place,  and new blessing.   The head which was comforted at the mother's lap and cozy pillows, now rested on a rock. He was deserted under the darkness of the night.

But God did not forget him. He remembered Him. (Gen. 28:13) He blessed Jacob saying,  I AM the God of Abraham and Isaac. I will give you this land to you and your descendants. Your offspring will be like the dust of the earth. Generations will be blessed through you. And He did so. The place became Bethel.

The Lord has prepared a Bethel. He will bless you at the right time. Be patient and wait on the Lord. Have faith. His peace will be with you.

Jesus, You are my good friend. I will wait patiently. Amen.

Point 4 

James 1:17

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.

Our God is a great Father. He has gifts in store for you that are more than you can ask or think. Don't be frustrated if you find yourself waiting for what you know He wants you to have.  He knows what you can handle and when. Keep growing, keep being good to people, keep passing the tests.  Trust His timing and go through the waiting period with a good attitude.

Help me to be patient when You withhold a gift and to know You are always on schedule. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Point 5 - Guard my lips

Prov. 8

...And from the opening of my lips will come right things. (Prov. 8:6)

(Ps. 140:3)  They sharpen their tongues like a serpent (serpent tongue) (Ps. 140:11)  Let not a slanderer be established in the earth. (Slanderer) (Prov. 6:17) A lying tongue. (Prov. 6:24) flattering tongue.  (Prov. 17:20) He who has a perverse tongue falls into evil. (Prov. 12:18)  But the tongue of the wise promotes health.  There are many tongues.  

Daughter, (Prov. 18:21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue. And those who love it will eat its fruit.  The Bible says that a small tongue can put fire to a forest. It is like a small rudder that turns the ship.  (James 3:4)

(James 3:5,6)  The tongue is a little member that boast great things.  It defiles the body and sets fire to the course of nature.  No man can tame the tongue. God has placed the tongue inside the mouth so that the saliva in between the teeth can keep it cool.  Use it to praise God.  Don't use it to curse.

Jesus purify my tongue. Amen.

Point 6 - Praise always

Psalm 34:1

I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Praise is not just words; it's an attitude. Our life should be a praise to God. We should be grateful, have a smile, be good to people, and be passionate about our dreams. When you've learned the secret to bless the Lord at all times, you can be in a pit but nobody around you knows it. 

Anyone can give God praise when things are going your way. But the test is, will you praise Him in the wilderness? Will you worship Him in spite of what's not working, praise Him in spite of who did you wrong? The way you bless the Lord at all times is by your praise, by always finding something to be grateful for, by not dwelling on wrongs but thanking God for what's right. It's by not focusing on what you lost but thanking God for what you have left, and by not complaining about what's behind you but by being grateful for what's in front of you.

 Thank You that whether I'm on the mountaintop or in the valley, my whole life can be a praise to You. Help me to learn the secret of blessing You at all times, and may Your praise be continually in my mouth. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

POINT 7 - Encourage Them All

Acts 11:23

When he arrived and saw what the grace of God had done, he was glad and encouraged them all to remain true to the Lord with all their hearts.

Even though some people look like they're doing fine and don't need encouragement, the truth is that everybody needs somebody cheering them on, somebody who sees the best in them, somebody who believes in them and supports them. You can be that person for the people in your life. 

Live with the attitude, "Who can I bless and lift up today? Who can I encourage to pursue their dreams?"

Father, thank You for the people You have placed in my life and the special role You have given me in their lives. Thank You that You can take my words of encouragement and bring healing and cheer to them. Help me to see who I can bless and lift up today. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

DECLARATION EVERYDAY

I DECLARE that I am calm and peaceful. I will not let people or circumstances upset me. I will rise above every difficulty, knowing that God has given me the power to remain calm. I choose to live my life happy, bloom where I am planted, and let God fight my battles. This is my declaration in Jesus name Amen

I will live as a healer. I am sensitive to the needs of those around me.I will lift the fallen,restore the broken, and encourage the

 discouraged, I am full of compassion and kindness. I won’t just look for a miracle. I will become someone’s miracle by showing God’s love and mercy everywhere I go. This is my declaration in Jesus name Amen