Daily Bible Reading - Saturday - April 3rd

Reading in Deuteronomy they are pretty much going over laws again, some of the laws you read get pretty harsh, but like Bec said a couple posts ago, back then I don’t think there was as much trouble as there is today, people either followed the laws or then knew the consequences and the consequences were not pretty so they would obey the laws. 

We see in the New Testament about the good Samaritan, Jesus asking which one they thought was the good neighbor.  You know I hadn’t really thought about it but the definition of good neighbor isn’t necessarily the person living next door to you but someone you come across that does good by you.  As Jesus was telling about the parable of the good Samaritan I realized we are all neighbors in one for or fashion, just not next door neighbors.  The good Samaritan was the only one that would stop and help the poor man, its like that today, its really hard to get someone to stop and help you if you are like on the side of the road and need help with a vehicle or something, every once and awhile you’ll find a good “Samaritan" to stop and help out,  I always pray the Lord blesses them for their help and I truly believe He does.

Off in Palms it starts off with thanksgiving, it is so very important to thank God for all of the blessings He gives us and that is so true.  That’s one thing that’s been instilled into my head time and time again and something we so  practice is that we give God all the praise and honor and thanksgiving for everyone he sends across our paths and for everything He does for us.  Even the little things God does for us we so need to be thankful for,  I know it makes God feel good when we are truly thankful for Him and His blessings just like an earthly father is always glad when their son/daughter thanks them for something, its always a good feeling for sure. 

Today’s Reading

Deuteronomy 23:1-25:19
Luke 10:13-37
Psalm 75:1-10
Proverbs 12:12-14

Daily Devotional

"Be still, and know that I am God"
(Psalm 46:10, NIV)

In this day and age, our culture has gotten used to having constant activity going on: computers, cell phones, television, email, video games. There's nothing wrong with any of that stuff, but the Bible tells us that we need to stop and be still so we can focus on knowing God. I've found this to be true especially during the difficult times. When you are facing a challenge, it's easy to want to run to a friend or talk about it with a co-worker, but at some point, you have to stop and say, "God, I rest in You. I know You have me in the palm of Your hand."

Remember, our battles are spiritual battles. The people in your life aren't the source of your problems, the forces of darkness are. When you choose to be still and know that the Greater One lives on the inside of you, you are putting yourself in a position of strength. So today, take time to be still before Him. Let His peace cover you. Let Him refresh you by His Spirit. Remember, the battles you face belong to the Lord. Be still before Him so you can see His hand of victory in every area of your life!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father in heaven, I humbly come before You. I choose to be still before You. Speak to my heart so I can know You more. Fill me with Your peace as I put my trust in You. In Jesus' Name, Amen.