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SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
So she went from him, and shut the door upon her and upon her sons,
who brought the vessels to her; and she poured out. — 2 Kings 4:5 (KJV)
5 So she went from him and shut the door behind herself and her sons. And as she poured they brought the vessels to her. — 2 Kings 4:5 (ESV)
Wednesday Corporate Fasting Scripture – Isaiah 58 (ESV); Isaiah 58 (KJV)
Friday End of Week Scripture – Ephesians 3:20-21 (KJV)
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This Week’s Overview:
Sunday – Rest in the Lord and His ability to work in and through us for His glory. As we yield ourselves to Him, rejoice, in the fact that the Holy Spirit is changing our hearts toward God.
Monday – Jesus is the good Shepherd of the sheep. He will refresh us daily and lead us through this weary land.
Tuesday – We live in a fallen world and people are not always kind. Let’s not spend a lot of energy thinking about the wrongs we’ve suffered, instead, learn to forgive and continue to live a fruitful life for God’s Kingdom.
Wednesday – Let’s not forsake ourselves from gathering. During this time, we must encourage each other in the faith to look up to Jesus. He is able to strengthen us in our brokenness.
Thursday – We are a work in progress, therefore, we must purpose to take on the character of Christ daily. Keep our eyes on Him and be intentional to be as He is, in the earth.
Friday – Lastly, do not yield to the temptations of the world. However, if we have faltered, repent and humble ourselves. God can take what seems to have been a terrible mistake and use our life experiences for His glory.
***The English Standard Version (ESV) stands in the classic mainstream of English Bible translations over the past half-millennium. The fountainhead of that stream was William Tyndale’s New Testament of 1526; marking its course were the King James Version of 1611 (KJV), the English Revised Version of 1885 (RV), the American Standard Version of 1901 (ASV), and the Revised Standard Version of 1952 and 1971 (RSV). In that stream, faithfulness to the text and vigorous pursuit of accuracy were combined with simplicity, beauty, and dignity of expression. Our goal has been to carry forward this legacy for a new century.
To this end each word and phrase in the ESV has been carefully weighed against the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, to ensure the fullest accuracy and clarity and to avoid under-translating or overlooking any nuance of the original text. The words and phrases themselves grow out of the Tyndale-King James legacy, and most recently out of the RSV, with the 1971 RSV text providing the starting point for our work. Archaic language has been brought to current usage and significant corrections have been made in the translation of key texts. But throughout, our goal has been to retain the depth of meaning and enduring language that have made their indelible mark on the English-speaking world and have defined the life and doctrine of the church over the last four centuries.
The ESV is an “essentially literal” translation that seeks as far as possible to capture the precise wording of the original text and the personal style of each Bible writer. It seeks to be transparent to the original text, letting the reader see as directly as possible the structure and meaning of the original. More about the ESV translation philosophy….***
Sunday, May 31, 2020 – Easy Does It – Philippians 2:12-18
Our Daily Bread Topic: Holy Spirit
Reflect & Pray
What does it mean to you that “It is God who works in you”? What do you want Him to do in you?
God, I’m grateful that You’re changing my heart and actions to make me like Jesus. Please give me a humble attitude to learn from You.
Monday, June 1, 2020 – Needing His Leading – Psalm 61
Focus: Jesus is our Shepherd. Allow Him to refresh and lead us daily when we are weary.
Scripture(s): Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 23:1-2
Our Daily Bread Topic: Trust in God
Reflect & Pray
What was it like when you felt lost? How can you begin to trust God’s desire to guide you like a shepherd in those times of seeking?
Loving Father, thank You for being my Shepherd and Guide. Help me to trust You and rest in Your wisdom, allowing Your Spirit to guide me through the challenging moments of life.
Listen to Psalm 23: A Psalm of a Good Shepherd at discovertheword.org/series/a-psalm-of-a-good-shepherd.
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 – Chosen to Forgive – Luke 1:76-79
Focus: We must not spend energy thinking on the wrongs done to us. Instead, learn to forgive and live a fruitful life.
Scripture(s): Ephesians 4:31-32; Colossians 3:12-13
Our Daily Bread Topic: Forgiving Others
Reflect & Pray
Is your heart open to forgive? How might you experience more of the salvation Jesus died to provide by choosing to move toward forgiving someone who has wronged you?
Dear Father, show me who I’m chosen to forgive today, and give me the strength to offer the forgiveness You died to provide.
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 – Sacred Gathering – Leviticus 23:33-36, 39-44
Focus: When we gather, let’s encourage each other in the faith to look to Jesus. He will help us in our brokenness.
Scripture(s): 1 Chronicles 16:34; 1 Peter 1:22-25
Our Daily Bread Topic: Encourage; Living with Other Believers
Reflect & Pray
Who can you gather with for worship and encouragement? How has your faith been strengthened in community with others?
Father God, thank you for the people You’ve put in my life. Please help us to encourage one another.
Thursday, June 4, 2020 – My Father’s Child – John 14:8-14
Focus: We must take on the character of Christ by fixing our eyes on Him.
Scripture(s): Romans 8:14-19; 1 John 4:17
Our Daily Bread Topic: Christ, deity; Christ, life and teaching
Reflect & Pray
What are some of the characteristics of Jesus (and the Father) that resonate strongly with you, and why? How has He been molding your character?
Jesus, when things seem overwhelming, remind me that to see You is to see the Father. Help me keep my eyes fixed on You.
Friday, June 5, 2020 – Useful Temptation – James 1:2-5, 12-21
Focus: If we’ve yielded to the temptations of the flesh, repent and be humbled! God can then use our life experiences for His glory.
Scripture(s): 1 Peter 3:14-15; 1 Corinthians 10:13; Psalm 119:67, 71
Daily Bread Topic: Humility; Temptation
Reflect & Pray
How might an attitude of humility and patience change how you respond to a current temptation or struggle? How is it freeing?
Jesus, I’m saddened when I realize how often I try to face life’s temptations and struggles on my own—as if I’m self-sufficient, as if I don’t need You. Thank You for Your unending love and patience with me.
Saturday, June 6, 2020 – Found On The Edges – Luke 19:1-10
Our Daily Bread Topic: Salvation
Reflect & Pray
How have you experienced feelings of being pushed aside by friends or family? In the midst of loneliness, how has Jesus found you and invited you to spend time with Him?
Jesus, thank You for never simply walking by when I’m hurting but stopping to invite me into friendship with You.
Inspirational Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
Graduation Class of 2020
You were born when the world was grieving over 9/11 and you are graduating as the world grieves a pandemic. These two tragedies have prepared you for the future. We grieve with you that your graduation is ending this way, but God has prepared you for this.
More than ever, this is your moment in history. It will be up to your generation to reshape the world and to take up this responsibility. We pray you will be bold to take up your 2020 vision that isn’t clouded by fear. You have more tools, technology and talent than any other generation before you.
If you put your faith in God’s Word and are obedient to it … you will accomplish many amazing things because:
- You are a chosen generation. 1 Peter 2:9
- You are strong and of good courage, do not fear. Deuteronomy 31:6
- God has given you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11
- You can do all things through Christ. Philippians 4:13
- You are the future; let no one despise your youth. 1 Timothy 4:12
No other generation is better positioned to be warriors for justice and remake the world. Class of 2020, rise up and go forward! We can’t wait to see how you overcome… SOAR!
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia