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Daily Readings for July – August 2010
We have not dated these, since they can be used on the days, not the date indicated . We are having a break during the months of July and August.
The layout is slightly different, but hopefully still be beneficial to your situation.
The inspiration for these, came from reading “ Think of Our Lord speaking to you and saying....” and “Jesus Calling “ by Sarah Young .
Our prayer is, that you will hear God’s voice speaking to you and be blessed.
Hear the Lord saying to you..........
Monday
“Turn aside from the cares and pressures of the day and rest in my loving presence. My love for you is greater than you can ever imagine. You are “The apple of my eye”. I care about all the things that trouble you. Tell me about them and let me bless you with my grace and peace.”
“The Lord your God is with you. He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.”
Zephaniah 3 : 17
Do you recognise the depth of God’s love for you personally? No doubt, you know God is love, but do you know how much he loves you? It took years of illness and months spent on my back, before this amazing truth penetrated my thinking. How about you? Can you see God’s hand in the detail of your life?
How deep the Father’s love for us,
How vast beyond all measure.
That He should give his only Son,
To make a wretch his treasure. S. Townend
Tuesday
“ My child, do I detect a heavy spirit? What are your worries? Do not try to carry tomorrow’s burdens today, or you will stagger under the heavy load. Keep within the boundaries of today and I will provide you with enough grace to cope. Do you have tormenting , irrational fears? Trust yourself to me, and I will lead you and protect you. “
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all he has done. If you do this you will experience God’s peace which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand.”
Philippians 4 vv 6 – 7
Have you ever considered that worry is really a sin? When we worry, we doubt God’s love, which always seeks what is best for us. Our life may seem a jumble, but God knows the pattern & dark colours are as needful as light ones. We must learn to TRUST , every time Satan tempts us to doubt.
You are my hiding place ,
You always fill my heart with songs of deliverance,
Whenever I am afraid I will trust in You, I will trust in You.
Let the weak say,” I am strong in the strength of my God, I will trust in You.”
M. Ledner
Wednesday
“ Have you dear ones, for whom you are concerned and want to pray? Say their names to me. Ask as much as you like. I am generous and know their need already, but I want you to show your love for them and for me, by trusting me to do whatever I know is best. Leave them in my loving hands. I will look after them.”
“As the sun went down that evening, people throughout the village brought sick family members to Jesus. No matter what their diseases were, the touch of His hand healed everyone.” Luke 4 v 40
As we bring those we love into God’s presence for blessing, we must affirm our trust in His authority and power, to do what is best for them. Do not be discouraged by unanswered prayer, time is a trainer, teaching us to trust in the dark. God will reward such faith.
Father, I place into your hands, my friends and family.
Father, I place into your hands, the things that trouble me-
Father, I place into your hands, the person I would be.
For I know I always can trust you.
Jenny Hewer.
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Thursday
“ My child, why are you so sad? What has robbed you of your peace and joy? Do you feel a failure? Are you conscious of your pride, meanness, touchiness, self- centred- ness or laziness? Remember that I freely forgive, if you confess your faults to me. Do not be discouraged, there are many saints in heaven, who had the same faults as you. Talk with me about your struggles, and feelings of inadequacy. Little by little, I will transform your weakness into strengths.”
“ I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from His love. Death can’t and life can’t. Our fears for today, our worries about tomorrow and even the powers of hell, can’t keep God’s love away. Nothing that you do, or don’t do, can separate you from my presence. “ Romans 8 vv 38 -39
Wow! Read that again and ponder its meaning. Nothing, no nothing in this world or the next can take God’s love for you away. It is a staggering thought.
Before the throne of God above, My name is written on his hands
I have a strong a perfect plea. My name is hidden in his heart
A great high priest whose name is Love, I know that while in heaven he stands
Who ever lives and pleads for me. No- one can bid me thence depart.
Charitie Bancroft
Friday
“Have you no joys to tell me about? Tell me what has happened since yesterday, to cheer and comfort you. Whatever it was, however big, however small – I prepared it for you. Show me your gratitude and thank me. “
“ Shout with joy to the Lord, O earth. Worship the lord with gladness. Come before him with joy......... For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.” Psalm 100 vv 1,2 & 5
As you walk with God throughout this day, practise trusting and thanking him all day long. This is the secret of walking close to Christ, keeping in constant communication. This is what is meant by “praying without ceasing”. It’s just talking to God all day long .
Great is Thy faithfulness,
Great is Thy faithfulness,
Morning by morning new mercies I see.
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided.
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord unto me.
Chisholm / Runyan
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Saturday
“Keep your eyes focused on me. Waves of adversity are washing over you and you are tempted to give up. As the dark clouds of doubt and despair seek to threaten you, remember I am fully aware of your situation, and am with you always holding your hand. I will not allow you to be tried or tempted beyond what you are able to bear.”
There are few of us who do not experience times in life which make us feel overwhelmed. Read this modern translation of Psalm 73 and take heart.
“I still belong to you, you are holding my right hand. You will keep guiding me by your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. But as for me, God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. Psalm 73 Vv 23 -26
Hide me now under your wings, When the oceans rise and thunders roar –
Cover me within your mighty hand. I will soar with You above the storm -
Rest my soul in Christ alone. Father you are King over the flood;
Know His power in quietness and trust. I will be still and know You are God.
R. Morgan
Sunday
“My plan for your life will unfold before you. Follow me, one step at a time. That is all I ask. If you are unsure which path to take, ask me, and I will guide you. Trust me, I will lead you by the Light of my Presence, into the future I have prepared for you. I will give you all the strength you need, as long as you stay close to me. I love you and have promised to be with you, right to the end, and then you will be with me, forever more.”
“For I know the plans I have for you “ declares the Lord, “ plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.” Jer. 29 v 11
Ours is a walk of faith, and we must renew our trust in our Heavenly Father daily. Do you believe God has a plan for your life? When we are in the centre of God’s will, He gives us His peace. As Christians, we have the assurance that God will never leave us nor forsake us.
I do not know what lies ahead, the way I cannot see.
Yet one stands near to be my guide, He’ll show the way to me.
I know who holds the future, and He’ll guide me with his hand;
With God things don’t just happen, everything by him is planned.
So as I face tomorrow, with its problems large and small ,
I’ll trust the God of miracles, give to him my all.
Smith /Clarke
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Please visit the following links for inspirational daily meditations.
Word for Today - UCB daily devotional
http://www.ucb.co.uk/word_for_today
Word 4U 2Day - Youth daily devotional
http://www.ucb.co.uk/index.cfm?itemid=92
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