FOCUS OF THE MONTH
God can accomplish great things through willing women
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
The inhabitants of the villages ceased, they ceased in Israel, until that I Deborah arose, that I arose a mother in Israel. — Judges 5:7 (KJV)
Wednesday Corporate Fasting Scripture – Isaiah 58 (ESV); Isaiah 58 (KJV)
Friday End of Week Scripture – Ephesians 3:20-21 (KJV)
!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!
Sister Thelma Davis – May 24 – Class 02
Sister Jackeline Mayo – May 25 – Class 01
Sister Clovia Thompson – May 27 – Class 02
Sister Lillian (Connie) Divers – May 28 – Class 08
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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, May 22, 2022 – SOMETHING DEEP AND BINDING – Genesis 1:26-28
Our Daily Bread Focus: Church unity; Creation
Reflect & Pray
Who seems to be completely different from you? What would it be like to spend time with them, sharing what you have in common?
God, the way the world is right now, it’s hard to believe that because of You every person shares something deep inside. Help me see this truth.
Monday, May 23, 2022 – IN THE END – 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Daily Bread Focus: Spiritual Warfare; Living for Christ, Faith
Scripture(s): 1 Corinthians 9:24, 16:7; Hebrews 11:7; Revelations 2:10
Reflect & Pray
Imagine your life is over and your obituary is published. What would you like it to say? What changes might you make now to “finish the race” well?
Father God, strengthen me to live faithfully for You, right to the end.
Tuesday, May 24, 2022 – GENEROUS GIVING – Leviticus 19:9-10
Daily Bread Focus: Generosity; Serving; Stewardship and Giving
Scripture(s): 1 Corinthians 13:3; John 3:16; Ruth 2:15-18; Luke 6:38-40
Reflect & Pray
How might you extend generosity today, whether through practical help, a listening ear, or some other way? When have you been on the receiving end of someone’s generosity? How did that feel?
Giving Father, thank You for sending Jesus to live as one of us and to die for us. Fill my heart with love and thanks for this amazing gift.
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 – RUN AWAY – Matthew 26:47-56
Daily Bread Focus: Conflict and Confrontation; Holiness
Scripture(s): 1 Kings 19:2-3; Jonah 1:10; Genesis 39:12-13
Reflect & Pray
How did you respond to a difficult situation recently? How does this compare with how you think Jesus might have responded?
Father God, give me a new understanding of Your greater purposes in Your kingdom, and a godly, loving, and peace-seeking heart to respond to situations as Your Son did.
Thursday, May 26, 2022 – TURN UP THE HEAT – Revelation 3:14-22
Daily Bread Focus: Living for Christ; Obedience
Scripture(s): Deuteronomy 5:33; 2 Chronicles 31:20-21; 1 Corinthians 15:58
Reflect & Pray
What’s the temperature of your faith? If your commitment to God is lukewarm, how will you pray to seek more loving heat and zeal?
If my commitment to You cools down, Father, send the loving heat of Your Holy Spirit to awaken and warm up my faith.
Friday, May 27, 2022 – A CHANGE IN PERSPECTIVE – Nahum 2:1-10
Daily Bread Focus: Love for Others; Repentance
Scripture(s): Lamentations 3:22-23; Psalm 78:38-39; Isaiah 55:8
Reflect & Pray
What situations of suffering are you aware of? How might God want you to change your view about them?
Loving God, help me to reject any enjoyment of the evil that might fall on my enemies. Instead, help me be a conduit of Your love and compassion.
(The audio for “A Change In Perspective” is not available. Our Daily Bread website does not correspond with the hard copy devotional for May 27, 2022)
Saturday, May 28, 2022 – NARROW DOOR CAFE – Luke 13:22-30
Our Daily Bread Focus: Salvation
Reflect & Pray
How can you have confidence you’ll enter through the narrow door and be assured of eternal life with Jesus? Why is this decision so important?
Jesus, thank You for inviting me into Your kingdom. I believe You came to die for me and You rose from the grave. Come into my life and be my Savior.
This Week’s Thoughts by Sister Clovia Thompson
FIRED UP FAITH
Many things could have made the flame of our faith flicker over the last two years: global pandemic, increased violence, rising interest rates, high gas prices, and various types of loss. We all have suffered from these things. But our faith is not built on the circumstances around us, but on the Lord who is over us!
FAITH STANDS firm while the world is crumbling!
FAITH REMAINS strong when others get weak!
FAITH KEEPS growing as soon as we start sowing!
Fire up your faith! Remember who Jesus is and what He has done for you. Do not look to someone else to fire you up. Rekindle your fire! Get fired up by falling in love with Jesus all over again.
“Set my faith on fire. That’s my one desire.
Make my life a pure and holy flame so the world can see that there’s a fire in me.
Burning by the power of Your name.
Start a blaze and set my faith on fire.”
(Faith on Fire by Ari Ben)
Let’s get fired up and raise our faith!
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia