FOCUS FOR THE MONTH
Rejoice Because of Jesus’ Righteousness We Have The Victory
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. — Isaiah 41:10 KJV
fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. — Isaiah 41:10 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), 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 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, February 26, 2023 – IS IT A SIGH – 1 Samuel 24:1-7
Our Daily Bread Focus: Obedience
Reflect & Pray
What could help you discern between a personal interpretation of events and what God would want you to do? Whom can you turn to for godly advice?
God, our Provider, grant me the wisdom to discern opportunities before me and the faith to follow Your way, so that I might always do what pleases You.
For further study, read Making Decisions God’s Way.
Monday, February 27, 2023 – SEEING A NEED – Acts 9:36-42
Our Daily Bread Focus: Love for others; Serving
Scripture(s): John 11:4; Matthew 25:34-36
Reflect & Pray
Whom do you know that always seems to find ways to help others? What can you do to become more aware of others’ needs?
Father, open my eyes each day to see the hurting and needy people around me. Open my heart to do what I can to show them what God’s love looks like.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 – A BABOON, A DONKEY, AND ME – Numbers 22:21-31
Our Daily Bread Focus: Mercy; Serving
Scripture(s): 2 Peter 2:15; Isaiah 6:8; Psalm 116:12-13
Reflect & Pray
Whom have you seen God use unexpectedly? What will you do to make yourself available to Him today?
I want to serve You, God! Use my hands, my feet, my mouth, whatever You like! Help me to live for You today.
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 – FINDING REST IN JESUS – Matthew 11:28-30
Our Daily Bread Focus: Rest; Union with Christ
Scripture(s): Hebrews 4:9-11; Psalm 37:7
Reflect & Pray
In what ways do you feel weary and burdened right now? What’s it like to experience the promised “rest” Jesus offers?
Jesus, let my restless soul find peace and rest in You alone.
For further study, read The Compassion of Jesus.
Thursday, March 2, 2023 – A REFRESHING OASIS – Psalm 1
Our Daily Bread Focus: Bible study; Spiritual disciplines
Scripture(s): Psalm 91:2; Psalm 46:1
Reflect & Pray
How does the Bible provide a foundation for the way you live? What can help you meditate on Scripture throughout the day?
Loving God, You’ve given me the gift of Your words in the Bible. Help me to treasure them with gratitude and wonder.
Friday, March 3, 2023 – THIS LOVE IS REAL – Romans 5:6-8
Our Daily Bread Focus: Relationships; Suffering and Hope; Trust in God
Scripture(s): John 15:13; 1 Timothy 1:15-17
Reflect & Pray
When or why have you found it difficult to trust God’s love? How can knowing Jesus died for you change your response?
Dear Jesus, thank You for the great love You showed me by dying for me. Let Your love change me, heal me, and direct my relationships.
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – LISTENING TO GOD – 2 Chronicles 35:20-27
Our Daily Bread Focus: Holiness; Wisdom; Trust in God
Reflect & Pray
What do you need God’s wisdom for in your life? What will you do to listen to Him today?
Ever wise and loving God, help me to be humble and to listen for Your wisdom today. Thank You that when I ask for wisdom, You give “generously . . . without finding fault” (James 1:5).
Learn more lessons from the Kings of Israel.
THIS WEEK’S INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHTS BY SISTER CLOVIA
THE GOSPEL TRUTH ABOUT THE NEGRO SPIRITUAL SONGS – PART 3
“Go Down Moses” is one of the most well-known Negro Spiritual songs ever. Based on the Bible story of the Israelites’ exit from Egypt is about bondage.
In the Book of Exodus, scripture tells us that God sent Moses to Pharaoh repeatedly to carry the divine message: “Let my people go.” Each time, Pharaoh refused.
In Exodus 8:1-25, the bondage of the people became worse. Yet God told Moses to persist. Eventually, Pharaoh freed the Israelites after God showed His power through the ten plagues.
The negro spiritual song “Go Down Moses” signaled to the enslaved people that Harriet Tubman, an abolitionist and slave escape leader, was in the area and would help anyone who wanted to escape. Her slave name was Araminta “Minty” Ross. When she gave up her slave name, she adopted her mother’s name Harriet, then Tubman through marriage, hence, Harriet Ross Tubman.
Harriet Tubman’s code name was Moses. A song about Harriet was published in the Jubilee Songs in 1872, before the Civil War. Later, Harriet’s life and heroism were portrayed in 1978 by the late Cicely Tyson in a movie entitled “A Woman Called Moses.”
GO DOWN MOSES
When Israel was in Egypt’s Land
Let my people go
Oppressed so hard they could not stand
Let my people go
Go down Moses
Way down in Egypt’s Land
Tell ol’ Pharaoh
Let my people go
Thus saith the Lord, bold Moses said
Let my people go
If not, I’ll smite your first-born dead
Let my people go
No more shall they in bondage toil
Let my people go
Let them come, but with Egypt’s spoil
Let my people go
The Lord told Moses what to do
Let my people go
Lead the Hebrew children through
Let my people go
Author Unknown
“My friends, make time for God every day because He always has time for you.” — Sister Clovia