FOCUS OF THE MONTH
We Show Glory To God By Serving Him With Our Lives
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. — 1 Corinthians 10:31 (KJV)
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. — 1 Corinthians 10:31 (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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Sister Earnestine Jones-Jennings – August 16 – Class 02
Sister Vanita Adams – August 19 – Introduction Class
Sister LaVonda Yankey – August 21 – Class 09/10
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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, August 15, 2021 – Extending Grace To Others – Acts 4:32-35
Our Daily Bread Focus: Mercy; Stewardship
Reflect & Pray
How’s God’s grace at work in you? What could you share with others as a manifestation of His grace?
Thank you, God, for all You’ve given to me, including Your grace. Help me to extend Your grace to others.
Learn more about grace at DiscoverySeries.org/Q0613.
Monday, August 16, 2021 – Active Faith – James 2:14-26
Our Daily Bread Focus: God’s Love and Care
Scripture(s): Isaiah 1:16-17; Romans 12:2
How have you experienced the love of Jesus extended to you? What can you do to help someone in need?
Faithful God, help me to live out my faith in You. I want the way I serve others to honor You.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 – Trusting The Bible – Jeremiah 15:15-21
Our Daily Bread Focus: Bible, Authority
Scripture(s): Psalm 119:101-103; 2 Timothy 3:16-17
How do you recognize God’s discipline? How do you sense the love of God in the midst of it?
God, help me to recognize Your discipline so that I can discover the freedom You offer.
Wednesday, August 18, 2021 – God Knows Your Story – Psalm 139:1-6, 23-24
Our Daily Bread Focus: God’s Love and Care
Scripture(s): Romans 11:33; Hebrews 4:13
Reflect & Pray
What assurance do you have that God will always love you unconditionally? How can you make yielding to Him a daily practice?
Precious Father, thank You for loving me as Your child despite the times I’ve disappointed You. Help me to yield all of myself to You in full assurance that You’re faithfully walking beside me.
Thursday, August 19, 2021 – Remember And Celebrate – Luke 22:14-23
Our Daily Bread Focus: Christian Celebration
Scripture(s): 1 Corinthians 10:16; Matthew 14:19-20
How often do you find yourself just going through the motions when taking communion? What are some ways to keep your focus on the cross?
Father, when I come to the memorial table, help me to remember why my forgiveness was so costly, and help me to celebrate Your great, awesome love.
Friday, August 20, 2021 – Peace In The Chaos – Psalm 121
Our Daily Bread Focus: Life Struggles, Trust in God
Scripture(s): Isaiah 40:28-29; Hebrews 13:6
Reflect & Pray
When have you experienced God’s peace in a troubling situation? How have you seen Him help others?
Loving God, thank You for Your peace. Please continue to calm my heart in the areas of my life that feel chaotic.
Saturday, August 21, 2021 – Carried Through The Storm – Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32
Our Daily Bread Focus: God’s love & care; Stories of faith
Reflect & Pray
When have you cried out to God in a “storm”? What was the result?
Thank You, God, for not leaving me to face the storms on my own. I need You!
Inspirational Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
God’s Instruction Manual
The Bible has plenty to say about the issues people encounter every day, from the beginning of life to the end of life. It serves as our instruction manual. 2 Timothy 3:16 is perhaps the most relevant verse in the Bible regarding the importance of Scripture in our lives. It tells us, “That God inspires all Scripture.” That means that God inspired the authors of the Bible to write manuscripts that all Believers embrace as TRUTH.
The Bible is our moral compass. It tells us what’s right and what’s wrong. The Bible is God’s guidelines for living. Every life situation has been made known in the Word of God. The Bible is God’s Word on humanity, life, love, marriage, hate, death, and everything imaginable. If you want to learn how to live a good and everyday life, use God’s Principled System (GPS) — the Bible.
There is a book more precious than anything on earth.
No wealth of gold or jewels can equal it in worth.
I go to it in trouble, and though my heart is sore,
It always gives me comfort. I love it more and more.
“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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