FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Jesus Freed Us From Sin
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
(6) Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. (7) For he that is dead is freed from sin. — Romans 6:6-7 (KJV)
6 We know that our old selfa] was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. 7 For one who has died has been set free from sin. — Romans 6:6-7 (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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***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, July 4, 2021 – In God We Trust – Isaiah 30:1-5, 15-18
Our Daily Bread Focus: Trust in God
Reflect & Pray
In what other than God are you sometimes tempted to place your trust? How will you rely on Him today?
I trust You, God. Please help me to always rely on You because You’re always faithful!
Monday, July 5, 2021 – The “What” in Sharing Our Faith – 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Our Daily Bread Focus: Evangelism
Scripture(s): Ephesians 6:19; 1 Thessalonians 1:5
What has prevented you at times from sharing the truth of God with others? How can Paul’s approach embolden you to share the gospel?
Father in heaven, thank You for revealing Yourself to me through the Bible and those You put in my life to share with me. Please help me to share with others, trusting You to empower my words.
To learn more about public speaking in ministry, visit odbu.org/ML111.
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 – Not Fatherless – Matthew 6:5-13
Our Daily Bread Focus: Prayer
Scripture(s): 1 John 4:13; Romans 8:16-17
When have you tried to “move God” in prayer by using many words? How does having a relationship with Him as your Father help you to trust Him?
Dear heavenly Father, thank You for making me Your child and for being a Father that welcomes me into Your presence through prayer.
Read Talking with My Father at DiscoverySeries.org/HP171.
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 – The Wisdom We Need – Proverbs 1:1-9
Our Daily Bread Focus: Mentoring
Scripture(s): Proverbs 9:9; Psalm 71:18; 1 Chronicles 29:18-19
Reflect & Pray
Where do you go when you need wisdom? How can you keep God’s words in the forefront of your mind?
God, remind me that You’re the Source of the wisdom I need.
To learn more about the book of Proverbs, visit ChristianUniversity.org/Proverbs.
Thursday, July 8, 2021 – Blocked Prayers – Mark 11:20-25
Our Daily Bread Focus: Sin, Prayer, Fellowship with God
Scripture(s): Psalm 66:18; 1 John 1:7, 9
How can confessing your sins to God improve your communication with Him? What can you do to enrich your prayer life?
Father, guide me to discover what’s limiting my communication with You. Thank You for helping me connect with You!
Friday, July 9, 2021 – Growing in God’s Grace – 2 Peter 1:3-11
Our Daily Bread Focus: Holiness, Living Like Christ, Living For Christ
Scripture(s): 2 Peter 3:17-18; Philippians 2:5-8
Reflect & Pray
How are you making every effort to grow more like Christ? What will help you in this endeavor?
Loving God, help me to be diligent to live for You in all I do and say. Thank You for enabling me to do so through Your Spirit inside me.
Saturday, July 10, 2021 – Lies With Truth – Proverbs 30:5-8
Our Daily Bread Focus: Bible, study; Self-image
Reflect & Pray
What lies have you believed? What verses in the Bible have helped you see God, yourself, and others through the truth of Scripture?
Loving Father, please help me to prayerfully study Scripture as You help me view life through the lens of Your truth.
Inspirational Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
God’s Pearls of Wisdom
Just imagine, God plants a tiny grain of sand into an oyster to create a beautiful, natural pearl and places it in a vast ocean like a precious treasure. This same God decided to make you and put you in this world like a precious treasure too. You are a rare and unique gift!
We are just like the pearl found inside an oyster. Our imperfections, and the attacks we receive from the world, create a remarkable transformation in our lives. It is time to open your shell and show your pearl to the world.
The world is your oyster, but you must put up with the sand to make a pearl. A pearl grows into an object of beauty and simplicity. Pearls represent the best in us—something beautiful that comes within.
God’s Pearls of Wisdom
God’s wisdom is a precious pearl that sheds light on our way.
A hope in the darkness, bringing peace and joy every day.
May God bless and keep you with His love at your side
For all you say and do, make faith your guide.
Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine. Matthew 7:6 (KJV)
Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. Matthew 13:46 (KJV)
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia
***The Daily Devotionals are taken from Our Daily Bread Ministries and the Scriptures are from the BibleGateway.***
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