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Daily Devotions: November 26, 2014

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Today’s Bible reading is 1 John chapter 5

(Read the entire New Testament in 2014 by reading only one chapter each day)

Everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world- our faith. Through Jesus Christ we are called to be overcomers. God promises us victory over the world. We are not just trying to get by, we are super victorious! God didn’t call us to merely survive, He called us to conquer. If this is true why are so many believers living in defeat. They key word is “faith”. What are you willing to believe God for? Do you believe Him to keep His promises? Do you believe God to protect you? Do you believe God to meet your needs and to answer prayer? God blesses faith, but without faith it is impossible to please Him. Whatever situation you are facing today you can believe God for victory.

Prayer: “Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift. To God be the glory great things He hath done.”

Randy J. McPheron

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Daily Devotions: September 2, 2014

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Today’s Bible reading is Ephesians chapter 6

(Read the entire New Testament in 2014 by reading only one chapter each day)

Christians have been called to a battleground not a playground. To ensure victory God provides us with His armor. We must put it on in prayer, and we must put it on in faith. We must be strong in the Lord and we must stand against the schemes of the devil. Our fight is against a spiritual enemy, not flesh and blood. There are six pieces of armor, and the first one is the “belt of truth.” Christ followers must be characterized by honesty and integrity. We must be honest with God, ourselves, and others. Second, we are to put on the “breastplate of righteousness.” Righteousness is our position since the day we were saved. We are in Christ and His righteousness has been imputed to us. Righteousness should also be our practice. Our hearts must be pure and our conduct godly. Third, we put on the “Gospel shoes.” Keep a Gospel focus and always be ready to share your faith. Pray that God leads you to someone today that you can share Christ with. Also, take up the “shield of faith.” Faith protects us from a the fiery darts of the enemy. Next, put on the “helmet of salvation.” Seek to have the mind of Christ. Know that Jesus is coming again. Then take up the “sword of the Spirit.” The Word of God is a sword! The Holy Spirit is its author! Be filled with the Word of God and led by the Spirit of God. Paul concludes the instructions of putting on God’s armor with this charge, “praying at all times in the Spirit with all prayer… make supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the Gospel.”

Prayer: “Dear Father, we take up your armor today in faith, knowing that the battle is the Lord’s. Thank You for protecting us and for defeating our enemies. In Jesus name. Amen.”

Randy J. McPheron

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Today’s Bible reading is Romans chapter 8

(Read the entire New Testament in 2014 by reading only one chapter each day)

The keys to victory in the Christian life are found in Romans chapter 8. The Spirit-filled life is the secret to success. If we don’t have the Holy Spirit we are not saved and we do not belong to God. If we are led by God’s Spirit we are God’s sons and daughters. We receive the Holy Spirit at the new birth. The Spirit makes us alive! Through the Spirit we have victory over sin and suffering and circumstances. The Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are the children of God. The Holy Spirit living in us gives us hope that our dying, decaying body will one day be glorified. Through the Spirit we are also able to pray. He makes intercession in our behalf even when we don’t know what words to say. Without the Holy Spirit we cannot survive. God is at work in our lives even in the most challenging times. He is sovereign over our suffering and promises to use it to accomplish His purpose. We are assured that no matter what we go through God loves us. Absolutely nothing can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. We are more than conquerors through Christ!

Prayer: “Dear Father, we bless You and praise You for Your everlasting love. Thank You for the work of the Spirit in our lives. In Jesus name. Amen.”

Randy J. McPheron

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Today’s Bible reading is Acts chapter 12

(Read the entire New Testament in 2014 by reading only one chapter each day)

Intense pressure came to the early church during the height of their growth and missionary expansion. Some believers were put to death for the faith and others arrested or persecuted. It has been my observation that spiritual assaults usually come to those who are being used by God to advance the Gospel. The devil usually doesn’t bother those who are no threat to him. The early church was piercing the darkness with a powerful Gospel witness. They responded to spiritual attacks by turning to God in prayer. Acts 12:5 says, “prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God…” The church needed a miracle. They were in a very difficult situation. The Apostle James had been martyred and Peter had beed arrested and was awaiting the sentence of death. It is good to know that prayer knows no boundaries except that which lies outside of the will of God. Prison bars, Roman soldiers, and the king’s palace could not prevail against a praying church! No matter how difficult or dark your circumstances become, never underestimate the power of prayer. The spiritual battles of the early church were fought and won through prevailing prayer. 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” What a great promise and assurance to God’s people today. He hears us when we pray.

Prayer: “Dear Lord, may we have confidence in prayer and may we boldly come before Your throne. May we be dedicated to prayer ministry, and also may we be united in prayer with our fellow believers. In Jesus name. Amen.”

Randy J. McPheron

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Today’s Bible reading is John chapter 20

(Read the entire New Testament in 2014 by reading only one chapter each day)

We’ve all been in situations where we felt it was hopeless, or maybe a circumstance that seemed impossible. When Mary came to the tomb that is how she and the other followers of Jesus felt. They were discouraged, and it seemed as though all was lost. But on resurrection morning the stone was rolled away! God did not roll away the stone so that Jesus could go out, but He did it so that we could see in. There is hope in any situation because Jesus lives! This is why Paul prayed, “That I might know Him (Jesus) and the power of His resurrection.” We need resurrection power to face life and it’s difficult problems. Resurrection power means we have been given victory through Jesus Christ. God who raised up Jesus will also raise us up. Resurrection power means we have hope through Jesus Christ. Don’t be discouraged and don’t be without faith today. Believe God for resurrection power to give you victory over temptation, patience and endurance in your storms, and hope to live life with joy, love, and courage.

Prayer: “Lord Jesus, may we know You and the power of Your resurrection today. In Jesus name. Amen.”

Randy J. McPheron