FOCUS FOR THE MONTH
REVIVE, REFRESH, RENEW
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. — Isaiah 40:31 KJV
but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles;
they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. — Isaiah 40:31 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, March 3, 2024 – A HEART FOR CHRIST – Matthew 15:7-20
Our Daily Bread Focus: Forgiving others
Reflect & Pray
Jesus said that the sin in our heart defiles us. What “evil thoughts” might be defiling your heart? How can you pray regarding this matter?
Loving God, please forgive me for the sins I’ve been nurturing in my heart. I want my heart to be pleasing in Your sight. Please help me to change.
Monday, March 4, 2024 – JESUS DWELLS WITHIN – Ephesians 3:14-20
Daily Bread Focuses: Christ, life/teaching; Christ, person/work
Scripture(s): Galatians 2:20; John 14:23
What does it mean for you to open your heart to Christ? How can you make Him more welcome?
As You live in my heart, loving Jesus, make me more like You.
Learn more about the life of Jesus.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – GOD’S GREATER POWER – Judges 7:7-8, 16-22
Daily Bread Focuses: God’s character; Spiritual warfare
Scripture(s): Isaiah 59:17-20; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Chronicles 20:17
What big foes or challenges are you facing? How can you rest in God’s power as you confront them?
Dear Jesus, let me find Your strength in my weakness.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 – DOING GOOD FOR GOD – Titus 3:4-8
Daily Bread Focuses: Serving; Stewardship
Scripture(s): Galatians 6:9-10; Genesis 1:27-28
Reflect & Pray
What can hinder good-works readiness in your life? How can you reorder your life to be available for helping people who are in need?
Dear Father, please forgive me for the times I’ve ignored opportunities to do good. Help me to be more available to help others.
Thursday, March 7, 2024 – GOD OUR REFUGE – Proverbs 18:10-12
Daily Bread Focus: God’s love
Scripture(s): Psalm 18:2-3; 1 Peter 5:5-6; 1 Peter 2:9
How have you experienced God’s strength in times of trouble? Where have you seen His comforting care?
Heavenly Father, please help me to run to You in both good times and times of struggle.
Friday, March 8, 2024 – USING WHAT GOD PROVIDES – Exodus 4:1-5
Daily Bread Focus: Stewardship
Scripture(s): 2 Kings 2:8; Luke 1:26-31