Daily Bible Reading - Wednesday - Sept. 30th

In Philippians Paul is basically telling the people that they followed what he said while he was there with them and now that he is in prison they must follow his words now.  He is telling them that they need to live as if they are already in heaven and not to be intimidated by the enemy for the enemy is already defeated.  He’s telling them to have the attitude of Christ, to humble themselves and think of themselves better than others for Christ humbled Himself, even though he was God He did not think Himself as equal as God.  Then he tells them to do everything without complaining or arguing so that no one can criticize you for it.  If we live like Paul was telling them to live we’ll sure be blessed.  When we live like Paul is saying our dreams like in the devotional will all begin to happen.  God does have dreams and visions for us, we just have to act on them, once we start that then God will do His part to help us see that they come to pass.  It’s amazing how our thinking can determine our dreams and visions, isn’t it?

Today’s Reading

Isaiah 60:1-62:5
Philippians 1:27-2:18
Psalm 72:1-20
Proverbs 24:11-12

Daily Devotional

"Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'"
(Matthew 19:26, NIV)

Too many times we limit God with our thinking. God puts big dreams in our hearts, but in our eyes they look impossible and too big to accomplish. Although we want to see our dreams come to pass, we end up focusing on the mountain of obstacles before us. Maybe you dream of starting a business but you don't know where to begin. Perhaps years of physical challenges have left you feeling like you'll never be healthy. You look at your situation and begin to wonder how, and if, God will ever bring your dreams to pass.

Be encouraged today that God can do the impossible. He can supernaturally make all of the dreams He's planted inside of you come to pass. What are you focusing on today? Your situation may seem impossible, but God sees it differently. See your dreams through eyes of faith the way God sees them–fulfilled.

Make room in your thinking today for the dreams God has for you. If things look hopeless in the natural, put your confidence in the promises God gave you. Trust in Him to make all things possible for you. As you do, you'll begin to see your dreams come to pass in ways you never imagined.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

"Lord, I give my situation over to You today knowing with You all things are possible. All of my hopes and dreams are in Your hands, and I will no longer limit You in my thinking. I choose to see my dreams through eyes of faith and believe they will come to pass. Thank You for working supernaturally on my behalf. In Jesus' Name. Amen"