FOCUS OF THE MONTH
The Marriage of the Lamb and the Bride of Christ
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honour to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready. — Revelation 19:7 (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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***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, June 19, 2022 – FATHERLESS NO MORE – Psalm 68:1-10
Our Daily Bread Focus: God’s Love and Care
Reflect & Pray
What does it mean for you to have a heavenly Father who loves you and will never leave you? How does He meet your deepest needs?
Father God, I need a good father, a true father, one who will not leave me. I’m grateful You’re this Father for me.
Monday, June 20, 2022 – TRUSTWORTHY LOVE – Romans 12:9-21
Daily Bread Focus: Betrayal; God’s love and care; Grief; Love for others
Scripture(s): Philippians 2:5; 1 Corinthians 3:6-7; 13:1-13
Reflect & Pray
How have you experienced or seen a difference between sincere and self-serving love? How can a community of faith help us learn to love others wholeheartedly?
Loving God, help me to learn the difference between real and counterfeit love and to share Christ’s love with those around me.
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 – GOD FIGHTS FOR US – Psalm 91:1-10
Daily Bread Focus: God’s love and care
Scripture(s): John 15:5; Psalm 28:7
Reflect & Pray
How have you seen the image of God as a parent illustrated in your life? In what ways have you experienced His care, comfort, and protection?
Heavenly Father, as baby birds find protection under their mother’s wings, may I find refuge under the shield of Your faithfulness.
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 – ABUNDANCE MEETS NEED – 2 Corinthians 8:13-15
Daily Bread Focus: Generosity
Scripture(s): Romans 5:8; Matthew 18:21-35
Reflect & Pray
How has God supplied your needs through another person or group? How can you offer similar generosity?
Father, please awaken me to the needs of others so I might give of the resources You’ve given me. When I’m in need, help me to trust You to provide through those who also love You.
Thursday, June 23, 2022 – DRASTIC MEASURES – 2 Kings 23:3-7
Daily Bread Focus: Holiness; Idolatry
Scripture(s): 2 Chronicles 7:13-14; Hebrews 13:20-21; Exodus 24:3
Reflect & Pray
Can you describe a time when a believer wisely pointed out a change you needed to make? What things in your life might be offensive to God?
Heavenly Father, by the work of the Holy Spirit, help me steer clear of anything that’s offensive to You.
Friday, June 24, 2022 – THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS – 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
Daily Bread Focus: Faith; Salvation
Scripture(s): 1 Peter 2:24-25; Romans 1:16; Acts 17:32-34
Reflect & Pray
How did you view the message of the cross before you received Christ as your Savior? Who might benefit from hearing your story?
Jesus, thank You for leading me to You through the cross. I would be lost without You!
Saturday, June 25, 2022 – DARK MOMENTS, DEEP PRAYERS – 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
Our Daily Bread Focus: Despair; Suicide; Trust in God
Reflect & Pray
In the midst of your darkest moments, how do you typically respond? Why is it difficult to be honest about your struggles?
Father, please renew my strength and hope in You. When dark moments invade my life internally or externally and bring me low, help me to come to You in prayer.
This Week’s Thoughts by Sister Clovia Thompson
💓 Fathers 💓
On this Father’s Day, we want to take a few moments to offer words of encouragement to all the fathers who have chosen to be God-fearing dads.
In a world that continues to attack fatherhood in many ways, we want you to know that we honor you and pray for you this day and throughout the year.
Have you noticed that television bombards us with shows and commercials that diminish the importance of a father’s role in life?
A good father is one of the most valuable assets in our society; YET, he is the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and least appreciated Superhero.
Fathers may never know how their influence shapes their children’s lives and leaves a legacy. A God-fearing dad has the opportunity to reflect on the gracious relationship God the Father has with His children. He is God’s instrument for instruction and discipline. Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a God-fearing dad.
Happy Father’s Day! You are our Superhero!!!
“Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.” —Proverbs 4:1-2
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia