FOCUS OF THE MONTH
After the Fall, the Redemption of Man
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance. — Hebrews 9:15 (KJV)
Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. — Hebrews 9:15 (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 – We must not spread false reports about one another. Let’s hear the whole story around the circumstances. Then, begin to pray and rely on the Holy Spirit to bring about unity in the body of Christ.
Monday – We are instructed to make peace with trouble. Don’t be anxious, instead, put our hope and trust in Jesus to work out a favorable future.
Tuesday – Remember, we are witnesses for Christ. Pray for an open door, even if it’s risky, to share the gospel with someone that we would generally avoid.
Wednesday – Even if our struggles are around family crises or Church issues, let’s share with each other our victories. In doing so, we can celebrate and declare that God’s grace is sufficient to reunite and restore us.
Thursday – Sometimes, it’s difficult to witness to those who oppose Christ. Nevertheless, it’s imperative that we first examine any sin in our lives and repent. Then, let others who are living in sin know, there is no sin too great that God won’t forgive.
Friday – In today’s society, a major focus should be on engaged and married couples. Why? Because the enemy wants to divide and conquer families. Many couples make vows to one another and they falter. However, if we have an opportunity to witness to their brokenness, let’s remind them that nothing can separate them from God’s love.
***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, September 20, 2020 – Stopping Rumors – Exodus 23:1-3
Our Daily Bread Topic: Compassion; Speech
Reflect & Pray
What has helped you when you’ve faced opposition? How do you react when you hear gossip?
Jesus, help me to speak Your truth in love. Give me words that bring peace, grace, and encouragement.
Monday, September 21, 2020 – Making Peace with Trouble – John 16:25-33
Focus: Trouble doesn’t last always. We must not be anxious, instead, put our hope and trust in Jesus.
Scripture(s): 1 Peter 1:6-7; Romans 8:18, 28
Our Daily Bread Topic: Life Struggles
Reflect & Pray
What does it look like for you to surrender your troubles to God? What might you use as a prompt to remind yourself to offer up your anxieties to Him throughout the day?
Father, troubles never seem far away. But when they’re close, You’re even closer. Please help me to cling to You in trust today.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 – A Risky Detour – 2 Timothy 4:1-5
Focus: We must ask God for an open door, even if it’s risky, to share the gospel with someone that we would generally avoid.
Scripture(s): 2 Timothy 2:15; Ephesians 6:19-20
Our Daily Bread Topic: Evangelism
Reflect & Pray
Whom might you meet today? How might there be an opportunity to talk about Jesus? How can you go out of your way to share the good news in a bold but loving, sensitive way?
Jesus, teach me to see the doors You’ve opened for me to share Your love, and give me the courage to tell others about You.
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 – God-Paved Memories – Deuteronomy 4:3-10
Focus: As we reflect on family struggles or celebrations, share with others how God’s grace has been sufficient.
Scripture(s): Joel 1:1-3; Psalm 78:2-7
Our Daily Bread Topic: Mentoring; God’s Love
Reflect & Pray
Who’s invested in your spiritual growth by sharing what God has done in their lives? What creative ways can you share His faithfulness and love across generational lines?
Sovereign God, thank You for empowering me to walk with sure-footed faith that crosses generational lines.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 – Never Too Sinful – Nehemiah 9:17, 27-31
Focus: Whether we ourselves or others we know are struggling in sin, remember, God wants us to repent. He will forgive.
Scripture(s): Luke 15:10; 2 Chronicles 7:14; 2 Peter 3:9
Our Daily Bread Topic: Sin; Forgiveness of Sin
Reflect & Pray
Do you know someone who feels they’re too sinful for Jesus to forgive them? How does the truth that Jesus has come not for “the righteous, but sinners” (Mark 2:17) speak to this way of thinking?
Dear Father, thank You for forgiving my sins and for Your assurance that no one is too sinful to be forgiven.
To learn more about forgiveness in the Christian life, visit ChristianUniversity.org/SF107.
Friday, September 25, 2020 – Love Locks – Song of Songs 8:5-7
Focus: Couples who make vows can sometimes falter. However, we can be confident that we’re sealed in the love of Christ forever.
Scripture(s): Psalm 84:2; Psalm 42:1-2; 1 Corinthians 7:37-40
Daily Bread Topic: God’s Love
Reflect & Pray
How have you experienced the secure love of your heavenly Father? How might you allow His love to guide and encourage you today?
Heavenly Father, thank You that even though the security of human love often remains elusive, Your love for me is strong, steadfast, and eternal.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 – Promise-Keeper – Hebrews 6:13-20
Our Daily Bread Topic: Obedience; God, doctrine
Reflect & Pray
Why do we find God’s promises to help us difficult to embrace? What promises are you challenged to keep in this season of your life?
God, thank You for being faithful in Your commitments to me. Help me to be faithful in my commitments to You and others.
Inspirational Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
The Seal of the Holy Spirit
The Bible says in Ephesians 1:13 “… after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,”
The Holy Spirit is the Christian’s seal. God’s own spirit comes to take up residence in us. The promised Holy Spirit identifies God’s people as His inheritance. We are spiritual millionaires and have no right to live like poor people when we have the seal of the Holy Spirit. He provides the inward assurance that we belong to God as His children.
By giving us the Holy Spirit, God sealed or stamped us as His own at our conversion. To be sealed with the Holy Spirit is the gracious gift of God, where He demonstrated that our relationship with Him is permanent and no one can pluck us out of His Hands.
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia