Simple Devotions

Tag: light in darkness

  • mars is not in the script..

    Daily writing prompt
    Do you think humans will ever colonize Mars? What would life there actually look like?
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    Hello readers,

    I’m happy to inform everyone according to the Word of God, we will not be leaving this planet until the Son of God comes for those who chose to surrender their lives to His calling.

    How do I know? Prophecy declared and written in the infallible Word of God.

    Only through accepting the Gospel of Christ is how one will leave this place called earth.

    The best way to prepare for take off is to read the accounts of the great controversy from cover to cover. The Holy Word-Jesus Bible.

    The Word of God is purposed for all to see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things through Jesus Christ. Eph 3:8-21

    To the intent that the manifold of the wisdom of God might be made known by the church {His followers/believers/disciples} and to those principalities and powers in the heavenly places.

    According to the eternal purpose which God the Father accomplished in Christ Jesus the Lord.

    Those who are insistent that Mars is a possible escape route from this deteriorating sin filled world are misinformed and deceived by the enemy of God – the liar aka Satan.

    God invites all to investigate the truth of His Word boldly with confidence and I hope that whoever reads these words will seek the truth in the Word of God.

    You should pray and ask the Lord for the light to see the truth in this dark world and this will only happen if you have faith in Him.

    The Lord invites every person to accept His invitation to eternal life and even life today more abundantly, by allowing His Holy Spirit into your heart you will experience the healing power of Christ forgiveness.

    All are sinners born into this sin filled world having a very selfish nature which is why we need a new heart and mind in Christ.

    He invites you to come as you are, He will heal, clean and prepare you for life with Him. To be able to even begin to comprehend what is the width and length and depth and height of the love of Christ which passes knowledge.

    Let Him dwell in your hearts, so that you will know the love of God and begin to be rooted in His truths.

    That you may be filled with the fullness of God.

    Because He who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think according to His power that works in us.

    And it will be to the glory of Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever who leave this planet with Him.

    Friends accept the invitation open the stony heart of yours and let His light come in,

    In Christ love – amen

  • nothing between

    I was raised to understand the God of the Universe who created all things and then made man in His image is also The One who wants nothing between Himself and His children.

    I know this is true because I have experienced a continued favor in my life. Because of this I raised my three children to know He loves them just the same, and at the young ages when we would load up to go anywhere in the car – I would ask them ” do you have your seatbelts on?” They would say ” yes ” and then I would tell them “ok now lets put on our spiritual seatbelts ” and we would stop and pray.

    I believe that in this life we are subject to all kinds of possible accidents and it’s those accidents that would discourages us from believing that God cares, I’ve heard it said often “if God is love…”

    What we fail to understand is there is this great conflict of { Good verses Evil} this is very much the reason for all the tribulations; trials and heartache.

    This is not because God doesn’t care or love – just like driving safely doesn’t keep you from all the possibilities of an accident. We are subjected to other drivers, their distractions; their lifestyle choices.

    There is a great need for you to trust and obey the Word of God. In order to survive the daily assault’s by the evil one. If you believe in God and His Son Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior then you have become an enemy to the liar and deceiver. You are at war daily to stay closer to the path of righteousness.

    But you need not fear, only respect and trust that whatever is born of God {confessed sinners made new } overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. ( 1 John 5:4)

    We also need to realize Jesus ~ who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father. ( Galatians 1:4)

    He who came and died for you will hear the desire of the humble; He will prepare your heart; He will hear.

    Friends, don’t stop praying let nothing come between you and the Savior – the reward is great.

    In Christ love, amen

  • on the well lit path

    Daily writing prompt
    When do you feel most productive?
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    The question is perfect for today’s, study of the Word.

    I started a new “word study” today : Abide.

    It’s the only way to remain on “the vine / branch“

    Having previously written about this study I’ve linked them for you. I hope you will take a minute to read them.

    As I read on the word abide in Job 24:13 I opened up to the full context and Job was talking about the violence on the earth.

    It’s much like today’s times, nothing new under the sun as some say and since sin exist in the world, there are those who rebel against the light.

    “They do not know it’s ways nor abide in its path.” as Job said.

    Everyone who practices evil hates the light and does not come to the light because their deeds would be exposed.

    My thoughts immediately go to the times I’ve asked others if they’d like a bible study or even attend an evangelist series to learn about the light in this dark world. Every time I hear “I’m good” ~ it saddens me to think they would rather walk on the an unlit path.

    It’s not productive – it’s counterproductive.

    In 1 Corinth 15:10 says it is ONLY by the grace of God in Christ Jesus and His Holy Spirit, that am I able to stand on the truth of His Word in correcting me, teaching me His ways.

    Only by His great love am I able to hear that I have been evil.

    Just as evil and lost, as those who don’t want to be told that their human natures are evil, even in choosing to not come to the light and be changed.

    Friends, this change will only happen when we abide in the power of God’s love for us.

    Psalms 119:105

    In Christ love, Amen

  • being an Instrument

    Daily writing prompt
    What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it?
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    The Lord has been working to fashion me into His steward, to proclaim His name, sharing of the good news of the salvation in Christ Jesus.

    I am 52 years old and have just had a full circle moment.

    I say this simply because at 20 years old I was called by His word to live according to His plans. I was lead to break generational family sins, I was shown how to be a missionary in our own home giving my heart to the Lord in such a way that it would help to shape my children into becoming instruments for Him.

    I see this now clearly, I have three adult children today whom are servants. One is currently learning to lead and teach the bible as a pastor/ teacher of the word, the middle one is a peace officer serving in our local community helping others to have a better day, and the youngest is giving her life to teach in the mission fields wherever the Lord sends even remote islands.

    Now that I am in this new place I was uncertain how He would use me. I’m not exceptional or well educated in biblical languages. I don’t have any special talents that lend to ministry. I have a 50% hearing impairment and I also have a speech impediment.

    Even so I know He can use our willingness.

    I’ve been on this journey over the last few years to be a good steward in learning His word so that I can share it better.

    Only I didn’t’ realize until now that I would be speaking more and more to the present truths of His word – on topics that many do not enjoy or delight in sharing.

    Truthfully even I shied away from the topic of “dooms day” I know how others look at you when you are telling everyone “the sky is falling, the sky is falling!”

    But I am sure, that if we do not discuss the warnings of God – we are choosing to walk blindly.

    The Heavenly Father wants His children to have light for their paths.

    The Good Shepard who died for the world is opening wide the gates of Paradise to all who believe in Him.

    Soon the battle for our souls will end, the victory won.

    Very soon we shall see Him and all our hopes of eternal life will be made complete. His presence will make the trials and sufferings of this life seem as nothing.

    You see the moment we realize that we are to proclaim the truth of this warfare and who wins this great controversy – is the moment freedom begins.

    I absolutely love my family – I love the life the Lord blessed with with, but more importantly I love Jesus and I want to be an instrument for Him in bringing LIGHT to this dark covered land.

    Jesus is coming and we must be ready, not asleep. 

    All the words underlined are linked to the verses that verify the truth of His Words, these are not mine but His and I am just the instrument to share them.

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    In Christ Love, Amen

  • delivered – Psalm 107

    Here recently I have been searching the word “healing” in the scriptures, and I’m seeing a common thread.

    The power of Gods word is healing, but it also means that it delivers us from our destruction.

    His Word alone is all that is needed. Matt 8:8

    The the story of Job in the bible as we understand is that he was counted righteous and God blessed him. When the enemy came around to prove that Job only worshiped God because of what he had, God knew that His relationship with Job could stand the test of time so He allowed Satan to test this.

    Job lost all the blessings, everything on day one. Job believed he did nothing wrong to deserve this but those around him begin to question this.

    I believe this is where the spirit of confusion comes in from the enemy which visited Job through his friends and even his wife.

    Then comes a young man from their community who heard and listened respectfully to what everyone had to say about Jobs calamity. He ask permission and then launches into great detail the reminder that everyone needed, especially Job. “You are not special. Everyone will go through something. God is not partial. He didn’t pick you out to find fault in you – no He knows you better then you know yourself.” In Job 33:8-33 you can read this young man begins to bring clarity to Jobs situation. He upholds God’s justice. He asks and answers questions in 34:10-15 about how just God is and where the problem really lies.

    Self righteousness is sin in the heart, a problem all men are faced with.

    Setting our own terms of repentance is a huge issue, trying to bargain with God to come to our terms – when it needs to be the other way around.

    Let’s think seriously whom it harms when we sin?

    Does it hurt God?

    And if you are good what does He receive from it?

    The point is there is nothing that our wickedness can do to God, it only affects our fellow human kind, our neighbors, none of these a affect God. (And before you say wait..Yes it does! It nailed Christ to the cross!?! Sins did yes, not You but the act of wrong doing. Remember He laid down His life like a lamb, that’s another post..)

    Instead of looking inwardly as we often do we should always be looking upwardly. Are you looking outwardly to others for help – try looking upward towards God, He is the one who strengthens hearts and makes us to sing. Psalm 40:3

    When we are not humble at heart and instead prideful and arrogant – boasting in our own wisdom, satisfied in our own right doing –God will not heal.

    This causes sickness in our lives , a sin sickness which can only be healed by surrender to Gods will – His Word.

    God is just.

    When we compare our situations to others it will feel unfair. Don’t do that. Comparisons is the thief of joy.

    God is mighty.

    He despises no one.

    He is firm and kind in His purpose.

    He does not take His eyes off the righteous.

    He does not let the wicked live forever.

    He will work out our salvation with us in order to deliver us from living in sin.

    Because of God’s righteousness men can’t help but break out in songs – creation displays His great works all around us, we can see the power of God in every living thing, nature proves Him all the time.

    And finally friends, throughout the Word of God I can see clearly the great work of His deliverance.

    It is my hope you will be inspired enough to experience His word personally so that you too can be healed by His Word.

    The Lord Jesus Christ is the way, you can trust His Word for it gives light in darkness and saves the lost.

    In Christ Love, Amen

  • Light in the darkness

    Today’s post is inspired by :

    Gen 1:1-4 / John 1:1-5 / John 3:19-21 / 1 John 1:1-2 / Rev 19: 11-14 Romans 13:11-14 / I Tim 6:11-16

    In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. And the earth was without form, void of anything, darkness covering it a face of the deep.

    In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made.

    Then God said “Let there be light.”

    All things were made through Him – in Him was life and the life was the light of men.

    And the light shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overcome it.

    God saw the light, that it was good, and God divided the light from the darkness.

    In Him was life and the life was the light of men. And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness could not comprehend.

    The light today shines out of darkness – and men love darkness rather than light because their deeds are evil. For everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed.

    But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen that they have been done in God.

    From the beginning, we have heard; we have seen and we have learned from the Word of God – Words of life.

    Who manifested life in the flesh to bear witness and declare to us that enteral life begins with the Father in Heaven, that He would have fellowship with us, and this giving us true fellowship with both the Father and His Son Jesus Christ.

    Christ will return as King of Kings, and every eye will see Him. In place of the crown of thorns will be a crown of glory – a crown within a crown. In place of a kingly purple robe, He will be clothed in raiment of the whitest white. (Mark 9:3)

    And on His robe and on His thigh a name written:

    “ KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS “

    The night (darkness) is far spent, the day (light) is at hand, Therefore let us cast off the work of darkness and let us put on the armor of light.

    Let us walk in the righteousness of Christ Jesus our Lord, doing as He did and that is to love, love is light and life of God.

    The righteousness of God is embodied in Christ, we receive righteousness by receiving Him.

    Not by painful wearisome toil, not by gift or by sacrifice is righteousness obtained, but it is freely given to every soul who hungers and thirst to receive it.

    So run from all evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you. And before God, who gives life to all, and before Christ Jesus, who gave a good testimony, obey God’s commands without wavering so no one can find fault with you from now until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again.

    At just the right time Christ will be revealed from heaven by the blessed and only almighty God, the King of all kings and Lord of all lords. He alone can never die, and he lives in light so brilliant that no human can approach him. No human eye has ever seen him, nor ever will.

    All honor and power to him forever!

    In Christ Love, Amen.