FOCUS FOR THE MONTH
God Is Seeking Holiness Before The Great Harvest
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
(38) The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one; (39) The enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world; and the reapers are the angels. — Matthew 13:38-39 (KJV)
(38) The field is the world, and the good seed is the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, (39) and the enemy who sowed them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. — Matthew 13:38-39 (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 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….***
PRAISE & WORSHIP
DAILY DEVOTIONALS
Sunday, October 9, 2022 – THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD – Hebrews 4:12-13
Our Daily Bread Focus: Spiritual Growth and Maturity
Reflect & Pray
How has Scripture changed your life? What expectations do you have when you read it?
Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me the Bible. Please make it alive in my life.
Learn more about the overall message of the Bible.
Monday, October 10, 2022 – HAPPY THANKSGIVING – Philippians 4:4-7
Daily Bread Focus: Thankfulness
Scripture(s): Psalm 100:4; Colossians 3:17
Reflect & Pray
What threatens your sense of gratitude? How is God calling you to a “happy thanksgiving” as you bring your needs before Him?
Father in heaven, where I see problems, grant me a spirit of gratitude and grateful praise.
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 – YOUR PART, GOD’S PART – Genesis 12:1-9
Daily Bread Focus: Obedience; Serving; Spiritual growth and maturity; Trust in God
Scripture(s): 1 Samuel 15:22; Romans 4:3
Reflect & Pray
What worries do you have about your responsibilities? How is God asking you to trust Him in your present circumstances?
Dear God, I want to surrender to You my fears and worries about succeeding in my roles and responsibilities. Please help me to do my part as You do Yours.
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 – LIFE EXPECTANCY – Psalm 90:1-14
Daily Bread Focus: Death of humanity
Scripture(s): Psalm 16:11; Job 12:10; John 11:26
Reflect & Pray
What worries do you have about your life and its limits? How are you comforted by the presence of Jesus?
Loving God, sometimes this life is hard, but—even so—I sing for joy in Your provision for me. Satisfy me today with Your unfailing love.
Thursday, October 13, 2022 – WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME? – Romans 5:6-11
Daily Bread Focus: God’s love and care
Scripture(s): John 3:16; 1 John 4:7-8
Reflect & Pray
How does understanding God’s love for you strengthen you to obey Him? How does it impact your view of sin?
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your steadfast and unchanging love.
Friday, October 14, 2022 – BABY BOY – Deuteronomy 10:14-22
Daily Bread Focus: God’s love and care, Adoption
Scripture(s): Romans 8:14-16; 1 John 3:1-2; Ephesians 1:3-5; Matthew 22:37-38
Reflect & Pray
How have you sensed God extending His love to you in ways large and small? What small thing might you do today to reflect that love?
Heavenly Father, have mercy on the fatherless. Help me to be Your hands and feet today.
Saturday, October 15, 2022 – SIGNS OF LIFE – Jeremiah 29:4-14
Our Daily Bread Focus: Fruit of the Spirit; Trust in God; Patience
Reflect & Pray
How does understanding God’s character help you when you’re waiting? What’s the relationship between doubt and faith?
Dear God, help me to have faith in You as I wait. Show me how to handle doubt and display faith instead.
THIS WEEK’S INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHTS BY SISTER CLOVIA
SEEDS OF KINDNESS IN TIMES OF CRISIS
Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and underrated agent in times of crisis, especially for the millions of coronavirus and hurricane victims. But unfortunately, each occurrence is also a challenging time for first responders, healthcare workers, and others on the front lines of assessment and treatment.
Kindness costs nothing, but for those in crisis, it means everything. Authentic service is priceless in all situations. We can’t heal the world today, but we can begin with a voice of compassion, a heart of love, and an act of kindness. Kindness doesn’t cost a thing, yet it is the wealthiest gift you can give.
One small, thoughtful gesture can make someone else’s day in times of stress, sorrow, and pain. So let’s sprinkle seeds of kindness everywhere we go.
Let’s use our voices for kindness.
Let’s use our ears for compassion.
Let’s use our hands for charity.
Let’s use our minds for truth.
Let’s use our hearts for love.
Remember, the smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.
— Romans 12:10 (ESV)
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia