SCRIPTURE & FOCUS – Week Of October 27, 2024 – November 2, 2024


FOCUS OF THE MONTH (FOM)

REAP WHAT YOU SOW


SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK (SOW)

Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest. — Luke 10:2 KJV

And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.  Luke 10:2  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 27, 2024BORN AGAINJohn 3:1-9

Our Daily Bread Focus(es): Christ, person/work; Evangelism; Salvation

Reflect & Pray

What does it mean for you to be born again? How can you share what it means with others?

Dear Father, thank You for allowing me to be born again. May Your Spirit move in the hearts of those to whom I share the need to be born again.

Learn more about having a personal relationship with God.

Born Again?

Monday, October 28, 2024 GETTING RID OF BAGGAGEGenesis 33:1-11
 
Daily Bread Focus(es):  Forgiveness of sin; Forgiving others; Reconciliation
 
 
Reflect & Pray

What types of offenses are hardest for you to forgive? How does forgiving others reflect your relationship with your heavenly Father?

Dear God, please set me free from bitterness and anger.

Getting Rid of Baggage

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 PAUSE TO PRAYPhilippians 4:4-9
 
Daily Bread Focus:  Prayer
 

Reflect & Pray

How can you be more intentional about praying throughout the day? How has your prayer life grown over the years?

Heavenly Father, thank You that I can pray to You at any time.

Pause to Pray

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 A BEAUTIFUL SURPRISEIsaiah 4:2-6
 
Daily Bread Focus(es):Family of God; Hope
 
 
 Reflect & Pray

Why do God’s promises seem to be hidden at times? How can you accept them by faith today?

Loving God, thank You for the beauty of Your faithful promises.

For further study, read The Promises of God: Taking God at His Word.

A Beautiful Surprise

Thursday, October 31, 2024 THE GREAT DIVIDEMark 12:13-17

Daily Bread Focus:  Confrontation

Scripture(s): Hebrews 10:24-25; James 5:19-20

Reflect & Pray

What divisive issues trouble you? How might keeping your eyes on Jesus help guide your conversations today?

Father, I need Your wisdom and guidance for all my interactions.

The Great Divide

Friday, November 1, 2024 TIME WELL SPENTEphesians 5:15-20
 
Daily Bread Focus:  Wisdom; Decision-making
   
 
 Reflect & Pray

What does time mean to you? How can you make the most of your time today?

Dear God, please help me make the most of my time.

Time Well Spent

Saturday, November 2, 2024 SERVING GOD FOR GOODMatthew 20:20-28

Our Daily Bread Focus(es):  Serving others

Reflect & Pray

In what ways can you serve your church family? When will you start?

Dear God, You’ve done so much for me and deserve my love. Please empower me and show me how to serve others in my midst.

Serving God for Good

THIS WEEK’S INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT BY SISTER CLOVIA



TIME ALONE WITH GOD – Inspirational Thought By Sister Clovia – 10 27 2024

TIME ALONE WITH GOD

God desires alone time with us. Do we choose to be alone with Him, or are we too busy? When we get a few minutes, do we collapse and watch mindless television, text with friends, scroll social media, or run to sit at Jesus’ feet? 

We were created to be relational, and God, the Creator of the Universe, desires to have a relationship with us. That is why He sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins — so we could be reconciled to Him.

As we read God’s Word, we see examples of Jesus withdrawing to spend time alone with God. We, as Christians, are to follow this example.

  • Jesus woke early and prayed. – Mark 1:35
  • He prayed in the evening. – Matthew 14:23
  • Jesus spent the night praying to God. – Luke 6:12
  • He even gave us an example of how to pray. – Matthew 6:9-13

Spending time alone with God is vital to live the abundant life that Jesus came to offer. It is the key to our strength and success in all areas of life.

Time alone with God on the mountain gives us strength for the trenches. Never try to work God into your schedule; always work your schedule around Him. Your daily appointment with God is the most important one you will have all day.  

Remember, it’s wise to give God your first fruits each day!


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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