SCRIPTURE/FOCUS – Week Of July 3 – 9, 2016
FOCUS OF THE MONTH
“We the People,” of God
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Then the LORD said unto Moses, Go in unto Pharaoh, and tell him, Thus saith the Lord God of the Hebrews, Let my people go, that they may serve me. Exodus 9:1
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Overview: We must cry out to God for our nation to have peace in the land. As we ourselves repent and allow God to use us as peacemakers, there will be times when we may become weary. Allow others to strengthen us, then strengthen others in the faith. Remember, serving the Lord requires bodily actions but most importantly, we must build up our hearts in the things of the Lord. This will keep us in good stead, not only for this life but for the life which is to come. Keep in mind as we journey to the promised land, teach our children the ways of the Lord, God will be faithful to take care of us. There will be many false prophets teaching doctrines of devils, we must be discerning and respectful and know that the greater power is working in us as we boldly share the gospel that Jesus Christ is the way the truth and the life.
Monday, July 4, 2016 – Join the Cry – Psalm 122:6-9
Focus: As we join in the cry for peace for our nation, let’s expect God to intervene. We must humble ourselves and be thankful as we humble ourselves and repent so that God will heal the land.
Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 7:14
Tuesday, July 5, 2016 – Coming Alongside – Exodus 17:8-16
Focus: If we ourselves or anyone in the body of Christ become weary in well doing, we must first allow someone to encourage us in the faith. Then come along side of others to strengthen them in their faith walk. Scriptures: Romans 15:1-2; Galatians 6:9-10
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 – Strengthening the Heart – 1 Timothy 4:6-11
Focus: Bodily exercise is important, however, we must strengthen our hearts in the things of God daily. This will keep us in good stead in this present life as well as the life to come.
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Thursday, July 7, 2016 – Important Reminders – Deuteronomy 6:1-12
Focus: As we journey to the promised land, heaven, let’s remember to keep God’s commandments and teach them to our children. God is faithful to take care of us no matter what lies ahead.
Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 78:1-16
Friday, July 8, 2016 – Our Chief Task – Matthew 7:12-23
Focus: Jesus warned us to beware of false prophets. We must have respect for others at the same time be discerning. Those who know the truth have a chief task of sharing the gospel with those who don’t know that Jesus Christ is the way to the Father.
Scriptures: 1 John 4:1-4
Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
A Birthday Prayer for America
July 4, 1776 – July 4, 2016
250 Years of Freedom
Let’s celebrate our freedom in Christ this Independence Day. It is a time to remember our freedom and thank God.
Father in Heaven, we, the people, in the land of the free and the home of the brave, desperately need You and we cry out to you to heal our nation.
Father, we need you to help us humble ourselves and pray and seek your face so we can turn from our wicked ways and hear from heaven and you will forgive our sins and heal our land.
God bless America the land that we love stand along beside her and guide her through the night with a light from above. Thank you, Jesus for being the Light that guides our path.
We beg for your guidance and wisdom for President Obama and all of our leaders. We ask you to protect our land from enemies, both within and without. We praise you for the freedom we have through the blood of Your Son.
May your plan of peace and harmony be the desire of our nation and all the people say Amen.