FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Showers of Blessings
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
And the remnant of Jacob shall be in the midst of many people as a dew from the Lord, as the showers upon the grass, that tarrieth not for man, nor waiteth for the sons of men. — Micah 5:7 (KJV)
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 Ethel Hayes – April 22 – Class 01
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***The English Standard Version (ESV) stands in the classic mainstream of English Bible translations over half-millennium. The fountainhead of that stream was William Tyndale’s New Testament of 1526; marking its course was 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). Faithfulness to the text and vigorous pursuit of accuracy were combined with simplicity, beauty, and dignity of expression in that stream. 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 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 translating 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 the structure and meaning of the original as directly as possible. More about the ESV translation philosophy….***
Sunday, April 17, 2022 – THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING – 1 Corinthians 15:12-26
Our Daily Bread Focus: Christ, resurrection
Reflect & Pray
What difference does it make to understand the expansive hope of Jesus’ resurrection? Where do you need resurrection in your life?
Dear God, allow me to see how Jesus’ resurrection changes everything about my life now and forever.
Monday, April 18, 2022 – WITNESS IN THE WORKPLACE – 1 Peter 2:11-21
Daily Bread Focus: Citizenship, Work Relationships
Scripture(s): Philippians 3:13-14; Hebrews 13:16-17; Matthew 22:17-21
Reflect & Pray
What do you typically do when you’re in a difficult situation under someone else’s authority? How might God be trying to work in you through this?
Heavenly Father, help me to continue to honor You in my response to those in authority despite the difficult situations I may face. Help me to live each day in a way that glorifies You.
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 – COME AND WORSHIP – Deuteronomy 31:9-13
Daily Bread Focus: Worship
Scripture(s): Psalm 99:5,9; Psalm 100; John 4:21-24
Reflect & Pray
How have you experienced the body of Christ as encompassing many generations and people groups? How have you given and received God’s love while at church?
Loving Jesus, You long that all people would feel welcomed when they come to worship You. Help us to be those who notice others and reach out in love.
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 – LOVE IS WORTH THE RISK – John 21:15-19
Daily Bread Focus: Love for God; Love for Others
Scripture(s): Matthew 16:24-26; John 15:12-13
Reflect & Pray
Why would a loving God ask His beloved children to risk being hurt for the sake of loving others like Jesus did? How can an intimate relationship with God help you feel safe enough to risk loving?
Loving God, please break down every wall that keeps me from being vulnerable so I can love You and others with Spirit-empowered courage, compassion, and consistency.
Thursday, April 21, 2022 – REALLY ALIVE – Revelation 21:1-7
Daily Bread Focus: Death; Resurrection of Believers
Scripture(s): Isaiah 65:17, 66:22; John 14:2-3
Reflect & Pray
Where do you experience death in your life? If God promises that death is doomed and we’re going to really live, how does this renew your hope?
God, You said death will meet its end and You promise me genuine life. Thank You.
Friday, April 22, 2022 – GRATITUDE ON EARTH DAY – Genesis 2:4-10, 15
Daily Bread Focus: Citizenship; Creation, Creation Care
Scripture(s): Jeremiah 2:7; 1 Timothy 4:4
Reflect & Pray
What part of creation takes your breath away? How might you care for the part of the earth God has entrusted to you?
Creator God, You’ve entrusted to us a marvelous planet that sustains and astonishes me. Please help me to respond to Your gift by caring for it as a way to express thankfulness for Your provision.
Saturday, April 23, 2022 – WHAT COUNTS – Romans 14:13-23
Our Daily Bread Focus: Judging; Love for others
Reflect & Pray
When did a difference of opinion cause division between you and another believer? If you resolved your differences, how did you do so?
Jesus, thank You for saving me. Forgive me for the times I get distracted by lesser issues and allow division to occur between myself and other believers. Help me to bring unity through focusing on You.
This Week’s Thoughts by Sister Clovia Thompson
Worship Can Be A Witness
When we speak of worship, we’re talking about something only believers can do. Worship is from believers to God. We magnify God’s name in worship by expressing our love and commitment to Him. Unbelievers cannot do this. It’s a heart matter.
Although unbelievers cannot truly worship, they can watch believers worship. They can observe the joy that we feel. Unbelievers see how we value God’s Word and respond to His voice. They can hear about the problems and questions of life that the Bible answers. Finally, unbelievers notice how worship encourages, strengthens, and changes us.
When unbelievers watch genuine worship, authentic worship becomes a powerful witness. In Acts 2, on the Day of Pentecost, God’s presence was so evident in the disciples’ worship service that it attracted the attention of unbelievers throughout the entire city. At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit miraculously translated the message into words understood. The crowd of unbelievers said in Acts 2:11, “We heard them in our own languages about the great things God has done!”
A clear message coupled with genuine worship will attract unbelievers. Authentic worship can also open an unbeliever’s heart to the power of the gospel. As they feel God’s presence and understand the message, they will walk away changed.
Worship then becomes much more than a witness to unbelievers; it becomes a source of joy to our God.
Come and worship and be a witness for the Lord!
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia