SCRIPTURE & FOCUS – Week Of October 13, 2024 – October 19, 2024


FOCUS OF THE MONTH (FOM)

REAP WHAT YOU SOW


SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK (SOW)

When thou cuttest down thine harvest in thy field, and hast forgot a sheaf in the field, thou shalt not go again to fetch it: it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow: that the Lord thy God may bless thee in all the work of thine hands. Deuteronomy 24:19 KJV

“When you reap your harvest in your field and forget a sheaf in the field, you shall not go back to get it. It shall be for the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. — Deuteronomy 24:19 ESV


Wednesday Corporate Fasting Scripture – Isaiah 58 (ESV); Isaiah 58 (KJV)

Friday End of Week Scripture – Ephesians 3:20-21 (KJV)


MEMBER’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION



Blessed Birthday Song by Minister Nadine Cager

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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ESV Translation Philosophy

The ESV is an “essentially literal” translation that seeks as far as possible to reproduce the precise wording of the original text and the personal style of each Bible writer. As such, its emphasis is on “word-for-word” correspondence, at the same time taking full account of differences in grammar, syntax, and idiom between current literary English and the original languages. Thus it seeks to be transparent to the original text, letting the reader see as directly as possible the structure and exact force of the original.

In contrast to the ESV, some Bible versions have followed a “thought-for-thought” rather than “word-for-word” translation philosophy, emphasizing “dynamic equivalence” rather than the “essentially literal” meaning of the original. A “thought-for-thought” translation is of necessity more inclined to reflect the interpretive views of the translator and the influences of contemporary culture.

Every translation is at many points a trade-off between literal precision and readability, between “formal equivalence” in expression and “functional equivalence” in communication, and the ESV is no exception. Within this framework, we have sought to be “as literal as possible” while maintaining clarity of expression and literary excellence. Therefore, to the extent that plain English permits and the meaning in each case allows, we have sought to use the same English word for important recurring words in the original; and, as far as grammar and syntax allow, we have rendered Old Testament passages cited in the New in ways that show their correspondence. Thus in each of these areas, as well as throughout the Bible as a whole, we have sought to capture all the echoes and overtones of meaning that are so abundantly present in the original texts.

As an essentially literal translation, taking into account grammar and syntax, the ESV thus seeks to carry over every possible nuance of meaning in the original words of Scripture into our own language. As such, the ESV is ideally suited for in-depth study of the Bible. Indeed, with its commitment to literary excellence, the ESV is equally well suited for public reading and preaching, for private reading and reflection, for both academic and devotional study, and for Scripture memorization.


PRAISE & WORSHIP


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DAILY DEVOTIONALS



Sunday, October 13, 2024CONQUERING MOUNTAINS1 Samuel 20:35-42

Our Daily Bread Focus(es): Friendship

Reflect & Pray

Where are you finding your social support? Who can you support with your friendship?

Thank You, Father, for those You’ve placed in my life who’ve kept the mountains in perspective.

Conquering Mountains

Monday, October 14, 2024 SIMPLE ACTS OF KINDNESSRuth 2:1-2, 5-11
 
Daily Bread Focus:  Loving others
 
 
Reflect & Pray

When has someone shown you a simple act of kindness? How did it inspire or encourage you?

Dear God, I want to be clothed in kindness. Please give me opportunities to show it to others.

Simple Acts of Kindness

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 A DISCIPLINED LIFE IN GOD1 Corinthians 9:24-27
 
Daily Bread Focus:  Spiritual growth/maturity  
 

Reflect & Pray

Where is it most difficult for you to discipline your heart, mind, or body? How do you sense God inviting you into deeper discipline?

Dear God, please teach me how to be more disciplined for You. I want to grow my love for You and keep my heart close to You.

For further study, read The Sword, The Son, and a Rest for God’s People.

A Disciplined Life in God

Wednesday, October 16, 2024THE SPEED OF JOYJohn 15:9-11
 
Daily Bread Focus(es):  Fruit of the Spirit; Prayer
 
 
 Reflect & Pray

What saps your joy? How will you rest in the Joy-Giver today?

Holy Spirit, please fill me afresh today with Your love, peace, and joy.

The Speed of Joy

Thursday, October 17, 2024 GOD’S PROVISIONExodus 16:11-19

Daily Bread Focus:  Trust in God

Scripture(s): John 6:32-35; Matthew 7:7; Lamentations 3:22-23

Reflect & Pray

How have you experienced God’s provision? What are you currently trusting Him for?

Dear God, thank You for providing for my every need.

God’s Provision

Friday, October 18, 2024 SCRAPED BUTTER1 Kings 19:1-8
 
Daily Bread Focus(es):  Life struggles; Rest
  
 
 Reflect & Pray

When you’re wrung out and exhausted, what actions tempt you? How can you put your trust in God when you’re tired and overwhelmed?

Strengthening God, I look to You for true rest. Please help me put my hope in You and fill me with Your presence.

Scraped Butter

Saturday, October 19, 2024 AN AUDIENCE OF ONEColossians 3:17, 23-24

Our Daily Bread Focus:  Serving others

Reflect & Pray

What’s the key factor in your work ethic? How would working as for God change your perspective?

Thank You for my work, Jesus, and inspire me to do it all as for You.

For further study, read How Can I Find Satisfaction in My Work?

An Audience of One

THIS WEEK’S INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT BY SISTER CLOVIA



EXHAUSTED? GIVE IT TO GOD AND REST! – Inspirational Thought By Sister Clovia – 10 13 2024

EXHAUSTED? GIVE IT TO GOD AND REST!

If you’re feeling physically, emotionally, and spiritually tired, it’s okay to rest and recharge. Spend time with God to be reminded of His promises, and let His Spirit renew you. 

Don’t worry about whether your glass is half-full or half-empty, fill it up with God’s presence. Only He can honestly and unconditionally fill you. 

Isaiah 40:31 reminds us that those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. So, allow God to refill, recharge, and restore you. 

Let’s not forget that we may be weak, but God is our strength. We may lack many things, but we have God. Even when we are weary, God’s love for us never tires; that is all the inspiration we need to face each day. As Isaiah 40:29 assures us, He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 

Where do we go when we are exhausted? Let’s return to the well because God quenches our thirst. Jesus said in John 4:13-14 “Everyone who drinks of this water will thirst again; but whoever drinks of the water that I will give him shall never thirst; but the water that I will give will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life.”

As part of your daily rest and renewal, take the time to have a balanced life each day. Distribute your day into the 8+8+8 hours rule:

  • 8 hours of hard work,
  • 8 hours of good sleep, and
  • 8 hours should be spent on 3Fs, 3Hs, and 3Ss as described below.

The 3Fs stand for Family, Friends, and Faith; the 3Hs represent Health, Hygiene, and Hobby; and the
3Ss covers our Soul, Services, and Smiles. Prayer is always FREE, and His door is always OPEN!


CHRISTIAN-BASED MOVIE OF THE MONTH



ONE NIGHT WITH THE KING (Esther the Bible Movie)


 
***The Daily Devotionals are taken from Our Daily Bread Ministries and the Scriptures are from the BibleGateway.***

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