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SUMMARY:Rom 13:14
DESCRIPTION:Rom 13:14 By being fully clothed in Christ makes it impossible for the flesh to even imagine how to find any further expression or fulfillment in lust. Jesus is Lord of your life. (TMB) \nYour life: your way or God’s way? \n“That’s just who I am.” Is this your response\, when confronted\, because your behavior is offensive or off-putting? If it is\, you are making a way for you to continue to be who you choose to be. Now\, your choice may not be a bad thing if you are acting like the person God created you to be. If you aren’t\, the Bible calls it “making provision for your flesh\,” the focus scripture of today Romans 13:14. You learned a bit about this yesterday and September 11. Why is this so important that it keeps coming up? Because you are in reconnaissance. Yes\, you need to understand how the enemy works against you. You also need to understand why he uses specific tactics against you. It is important that you understand what characteristics you have that allow him to be successful. \nGalatians 5:24 Among those who belong to Christ\, everything connected with getting our own way and mindlessly responding to what everyone else calls necessities is killed off for good—crucified. (MSG) \nHow do you know which way you are living your life? You have to spend time in the presence of the Almighty God\, making sure you have not changed His original creation to accommodate some situation you were in. Look at what God created you for and make sure you have not allowed your personality to get in the way. \n\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you are a part of the whole (1 Corinthians 12:12).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you put forth your best effort at all times (Colossians 3:23).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you seek His kingdom first (Matthew 6:33).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you make peace\, not accommodate dysfunction by trying to “keep the peace” (Matthew 5:9).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you are a light that points others back to Him (Matthew 5:14).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you find your path in His presence (Psalms 16:11).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you act like one who He adopted into His family (Ephesians 1:5).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you act like He accepted you\, despite you (Ephesians 1:6).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you forgive as He forgave you (Ephesians 4:32).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you act like you know him (John 17:3).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you show Him you love Him. (Deuteronomy 6:5).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you glorify Him with your life (Revelation 4:11).\nIf you are living your life God’s way\, you enjoy the life you have in Him (Psalms 16:5-6).\n\nIf these statements are not true for you\, you may need to rephrase your statement and say\, “This is who I am now\, not who God created me to be.” Here is some glorious news! You don’t have to keep the changes you made. Even if you don’t remember who you were before you started changing things. God does. He can show you who He created you to be; the life He made for you before the foundation of the world. \nIsaiah 57:18a I have seen his [willful] ways\, but I will heal him; I will lead him also and will recompense him and restore comfort to him. (AMPC) \nHe will also show you how to live. You have to be willing to ask God and allow Him to buff out the kinks and dents. \n1 John 1:9 If we [freely] admit that we have sinned and confess our sins\, He is faithful and just (true to His own nature and promises) and will forgive our sins [dismiss our lawlessness] and [continuously] cleanse us from all unrighteousness [everything not in conformity to His will in purpose\, thought\, and action]. (AMPC) \nHe does not need to make you over; the creation was perfect when He finished. \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, I want to live my life Your way. I don’t want to justify my behavior. I want to stand in You. I appreciate there are strengths and weaknesses in me; I submit both to You. I don’t want my strengths to overcompensate for the things You need to correct. I also don’t want my weaknesses to shine brighter than my strengths. I repent for all the damage I did to Your creation. I repent for every change I tried to make moving me from Your original plan for my life as if I knew better and You had made a mistake. Thank You for repairing and restoring me. Most of all\, thank You for forgiving me. I submit myself to You and I celebrate all You have done in me. Thank You for showing me who I am in You. Help me not to make any more changes to Your original work of art…\n \nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/rom-1314/
CATEGORIES:September
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SUMMARY:Matthew 13:25
DESCRIPTION:Matthew 13:25 But while men slept\, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat\, and went his way. (KJV) \nDo you need some weeding done? \nExperienced gardeners occasionally have trouble distinguishing between an unfamiliar species of weed and useful plants. The gardener might have to inspect the plant more closely or even wait until it blooms to determine it is\, in fact\, a weed. The Father is sure. When He looks at you\, what will He see? Where the world might see humility\, will He see pride? \nIsaiah 14:14 “I will rise past the tops of the clouds and rival the Most High God!” (TPT) \nWhere the world might see philanthropy; will He see your need for recognition and elevation above everyone else fuels your giving\, not the desire to be charitable? \nIsaiah 14:13a You said in your heart\, “I will ascend into heaven and exalt my throne above the stars of God”. \n(TPT) \nWhere the world might see a selfless minister in the faith\, will He see the need for praised instead of the desire to serve? \nIsaiah 14:13b I will rule on the mountain of the congregation\, on the highest place of the sacred mountain. \n (TPT) \nYou get the picture? What caused the change\, or was Jesus never Lord. \nMatthew 15:8 These people draw near Me with their mouths and honor Me with their lips\, but their hearts hold off and are far away from Me. (AMPC) \nThe right timing or situation will expose the “weeds” (the truth of what lies within you) or character flaws. The devil wants the most devastating damage done to you and those around you. He will strategically wait for the right time to reveal what is inside you. Don’t give him the victory. Go to God for yourself and ask him to save you or expose the weeds that need to be pulled from the garden of your heart. \nPsalm 26:2-3 Examine me\, God\, from head to foot\, order your battery of tests. Make sure I’m fit inside and out So I never lose sight of your love\, But keep in step with you\, never missing a beat. (MSG) \nAlways remember you are in God’s Garden\, and He will remove the weeds. \nMatthew 13:41-42 The Son of Man will send out his angels\, and they will weed out of his kingdom everything that causes sin and all who do evil. 42 They will throw them into the blazing furnace\, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. (NIV) \nTake a moment right now and ask yourself are you saved. Do you talk like Jesus instructed and commanded? Do you act like Jesus instructed and commanded? Is the Spirit of God evident in your life? This is a moment between you and God. No one else is listening. Honesty is critical. If you cannot say yes to all 3 questions\, ask the Lord to save you right now. \nFather\, I thank You for orchestrating this moment. I am praying for the reader right now. Touch his heart. Save her. Deliver him. Set this captive free. I ask this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen. \nIf that moment was for you\, give the Lord praise and hold on to what He did. \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, please keep me close to You. Thank You for showing me every time You see a weed sprouting in the garden of my heart. I know the devil plants them to discredit my faith\, cause me to stumble\, damage my witness\, and make me appear as a hypocrite. It is my job to submit every weed to You. I repent for making excuses. The only thing the excuses did was to let the weed grow and spread. Some of those weeds had been growing for a long time and I didn’t know it. Their roots were deep and painful to remove. Thank You for deliverance. Thank You for reminding me I am a plant in Your garden. You know the difference between what You planted and a weed. I don’t want to be a weed and I don’t want You to pull me out. Thank You for changing my perspective and my attitude. I come to You today and every day asking You to help me keep my garden weed free. I don’t want to get in Your way. Tie me to the altar of Your love and power. Don’t allow me to move until You remove any weed You see. I thank You for being my Constant Gardner…\nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/matthew-1325/
CATEGORIES:September
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SUMMARY:1 Thessalonians 5:8
DESCRIPTION:1 Thessalonians 5:8 But let us\, who are of the day\, be sober\, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for an helmet\, the hope of salvation. (KJV) \nDo you have your armor on? \nPaul continually stressed the need for armor because it is vital to your victory as you walk through life. The armor is available because of the love of God and His grace. There is nothing you can do\, no work you can fulfill that earns it. God’s grace through faith in Jesus gives you authority over any situation. \nLuke 10:19 Behold! I have given you authority and power to trample upon serpents and scorpions\, and [physical and mental strength and ability] over all the power that the enemy [possesses]; and nothing shall in any way harm you. (AMPC) \nPut on all the armor the Lord has given you. \nEphesians 6:13 Therefore\, put on the complete armor of God\, so that you will be able to [successfully] resist and stand your ground in the evil day [of danger]\, and having done everything [that the crisis demands]\, to stand firm [in your place\, fully prepared\, immovable\, victorious]. (AMP) \n\nYou put on the belt of truth\, the word of God\, to protect you from the lies the devil tells you about you and about others.\n\nEphesians 6:14a So stand firm and hold your ground\, having tightened the wide band of truth (personal integrity\, moral courage). (AMP) \n\nYou put on the breastplate to guard your heart and to repel the fiery darts thrown by the devil.\n\nEphesians 6:14b Around your waist and having put on the breastplate of righteousness (an upright heart). (AMP) \n\nYou put on your gospel shoes\, evangelizing as you go. Your life is a testimony of the saving power of God.\n\nEphesians 6:15 and having strapped on your feet the gospel of peace in preparation [to face the enemy with firm-footed stability and the readiness produced by the good news]. (AMP) \n\nYou put on the shield of faith; it is the only way you can please God. The devil wants to cause you to waiver in your faith and doubt the abundance of love found in The Father.\n\nEphesians 6:16 Above all\, lift up the [protective] shield of faith with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. (AMP) \n\nYou put on the helmet to shield your mind from any thought the devil would try to place there.\n\nEphesians 6:17a And take the helmet of salvation. (AMP) \n\nYou put on the word of God because it is the most powerful weapon. It is both an offensive and defensive weapon. You use it to attack the enemy\, and also to defend yourself as he tries to attack you.\n\nEphesians 6:17b And the sword of the Spirit\, which is the Word of God. (AMP) \nOnce you put these pieces of armor on\, they are on and should stay on. You cannot afford to “put your religion to the side” to take care of someone or something on your own. Also\, you wouldn’t want to take off your armor to enjoy some fleshly intrigue; it’s an enormous risk and you will most probably get wounded. How do you put it on and keep in on? \nEphesians 6:18 With all prayer and petition pray [with specific requests] at all times [on every occasion and in every season] in the Spirit\, and with this in view\, stay alert with all perseverance and petition [interceding in prayer] for all God’s people. (AMP) \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, I can remember as a child hearing the women in the church say they had to put their religion to the side. They laughed. I repent because I grew up saying the same thing as a justification for my behavior. I realize now; the joke was really on me. It was the devil who was actually laughing. I had fallen into his trap. Thank You for forgiving me and enlightening me. I will walk in Your full armor\, speaking of the truth of Your word at all times. I know You have made me righteous\, and I stand covered under the blood of Jesus. I know You order my steps\, and I will speak the good news of Jesus everywhere I am led. My faith is in You; I stand because of You; You are my shield and You sustain me in battle. I have on the helmet of Your salvation. I know I am saved or I am not; it is not something that comes and goes. I declare I am saved and my salvation is eternal. I will not go into battle without my equipment; I can’t afford to. Without my armor\, my heart would be open to all types of damage. In the past\, there were things I didn’t understand; they are becoming clearer now. Thank You for my weapons\, for giving me the understanding that I must wear them at all times\, and for giving me the clarity to use them…\n \nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/1-thessalonians-58/
CATEGORIES:September
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SUMMARY:1 Peter 4:18
DESCRIPTION:1 Peter 4:18 And if the righteous scarcely be saved\, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear? (KJV) \nIs Jesus your Lord or just the Lord? \nOnce you are saved\, do you think\, “all you have left to do is shout”? If you truly believe salvation belongs to you\, then you are almost right. If you are not careful\, you may believe you have done all you need to do. You might take your salvation as liberty to do whatever else you want to because “when you die\, you’re going to heaven.” \n1 Corinthians 10:23 You say\, “Under grace there are no rules and we’re free to do anything we please.” Not exactly. Because not everything promotes growth in others. Your slogan\, “We’re allowed to do anything we choose\,” may be true—but not everything causes the spiritual advancement of others. (TPT) \nBecause the promises\, the plans\, and the will of God are certain; you don’t have to worry. However\, there are great difficulties and hard encounters along the way. You will go through trials\, temptations\, and tribulations. \n2 Timothy 3:12 For all who choose to live godly as worshipers of Jesus\, the Anointed One\, will also experience persecution. (TPT) \nYou will war on the outside as well as on the inside. \nRomans 7:21-24 It happens so regularly that it’s predictable. The moment I decide to do good\, sin is there to trip me up. I truly delight in God’s commands\, but it’s pretty obvious that not all of me joins in that delight. Parts of me covertly rebel\, and just when I least expect it\, they take charge. 24 I’ve tried everything and nothing helps. I’m at the end of my rope. Is there no one who can do anything for me? Isn’t that the real question? (MSG) \nYou will have fears\, lusts and corruptions within that have to be worked out with fear and trembling. \nPhilippians 2:12 Therefore\, my dear ones\, as you have always obeyed [my suggestions]\, so now\, not only [with the enthusiasm you would show] in my presence but much more because I am absent\, work out (cultivate\, carry out to the goal\, and fully complete) your own salvation with reverence and awe and trembling (self-distrust\, with serious caution\, tenderness of conscience\, watchfulness against temptation\, timidly shrinking from whatever might offend God and discredit the name of Christ). (AMPC) \nIf Jesus is just one lord in your life\, you will not allow Him to rule over what you say and how you act completely. He must be “the Lord” if you want Him to sow the word deep in you to make you rooted and grounded. Then and only then will you go through and yes\, make it in. God does not give the race to the swift (Ecclesiastes 9:11)\, only the winner receives the prize (1 Corinthians 9:24). The winner is still standing at the end. \nMatthew 24:13 But the one who endures and bears up [under suffering] to the end will be saved. (AMP) \nIt is very important for you to make sure you understand what happened in your encounter with the Lord. \n\nIt was salvation\, which caused a transformation in your heart that keeps you longing for more of Him.\nIt was an emotional experience that made you feel good\, maybe even cry. However\, your heart was not changed\, and the goose bumps wore off. Then you may or may not have continued to go through the motions\, but you don’t have joy or a longing for the Lord.\n\nBe sure and make your surrender complete. \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, because I accepted Your invitation to salvation at such a young age\, I was not in control of my life. I did what my parents told me to do. I did not understand I would have to make my own choices one day. When I got older\, the choices I made caused me to evaluate whether I was really saved. I must have gotten baptized at least four times\, thinking that baptism would validate my salvation. I knew something was not right. I repent for not seeking You instead of getting baptized again and again. I just didn’t take the time to find out what was wrong. Thank You for continually calling me to You. I finally took the time to be in Your presence\, to worship You privately\, and study. You showed me I needed to understand the difference between You being Lord and You being my Lord. I learned I have to do the things You say do\, whether it’s what I want to do\, like to do\, or feel like doing. I will do if I am submitted to You\, and I will learn to love doing them. It’s Your way or no way at all. The lessons have been difficult. Though they are getting easier\, I am still learning. I will not get off the path because I will live my life according to what You dictate at all times\, no matter how long it takes. In those times I do not obey; thank You for seeing my heart. You give me strength to fight the enemy when he comes to say I don’t love You or I’m not saved. Though I stumble\, I get up again. I want to live my life Your way…\n \nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/1-peter-418/
CATEGORIES:September
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SUMMARY:Luke 12:35
DESCRIPTION:Luke 12:35 “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning. (NIV) \nAre you ready? \nYour Lord and King is calling you to arms. \nEphesians 6:10 Now my beloved ones\, I have saved these most important truths for last: Be supernaturally infused with strength through your life-union with the Lord Jesus. Stand victorious with the force of his explosive power flowing in and through you. (TPT) \nYour Lord and King is admonishing you to be on alert for hostile forces. \nMatthew 11:12 And from the days of John the Baptist until the present time\, the kingdom of heaven has endured violent assault\, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize—a share in the heavenly kingdom is sought with most ardent zeal and intense exertion]. (AMPC) \nYour Lord and King is sending you an invitation and an appeal. \n1 Peter 3:8-9 Finally\, all [of you] should be of one and the same mind (united in spirit)\, sympathizing [with one another]\, loving [each other] as brethren [of one household]\, compassionate and courteous (tenderhearted and humble). 9 Never return evil for evil or insult for insult (scolding\, tongue-lashing\, berating)\, but on the contrary blessing [praying for their welfare\, happiness\, and protection\, and truly pitying and loving them]. For know that to this you have been called\, that you may yourselves inherit a blessing [from God—that you may obtain a blessing as heirs\, bringing welfare and happiness and protection]. (AMPC) \nIf you are ready: \nYou will be prepared for any course of action set out by the word of God. This is the message to all who believe. There is no time to look in the Bible to see what scripture applies to your situation when you are in the middle of a fight. \nActs 8:34-35 The Ethiopian asked Philip\, “Please\, can you tell me who the prophet is speaking of? Is it himself or another man?” 35 Philip started with this passage and shared with him the wonderful message of Jesus. (TPT) \nYou will know what the word says. \n2 Timothy 3:16-17 Every part of Scripture is God-breathed and useful one way or another—showing us truth\, exposing our rebellion\, correcting our mistakes\, training us to live God’s way. Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us. (MSG) \nYou will stand\,  just as Jesus did when the devil came to tempt Him. You will say with authority “it is written”. Eve did not know what the Lord said\, and the devil deceived her. If you are ready\, you will not suffer her same plight. \nColossians 4:6 Let your speech at all times be gracious and pleasant\, seasoned with salt\, so that you will know how to answer each one [who questions you]. (AMP) \nKnow your environment\, know your weapons\, and know your God! \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, I want to be ready. I repent for the times I was not ready when the enemy came. Thank You for preparing me. I know if I fall prey to the enemy; it’s no one else’s fault\, it’s mine. You gave me Your word. My job is to study it and know it for myself. You sent the Holy Spirit as my comfort and my guide. My job is to follow where He leads. You have given me all the armor I need. My job is to put it on and keep it on. It is my choice and my job to take advantage of all the tools You’ve given me. I can be ready if I want to be. It is simple\, no one to blame\, no excuses. I just need to walk in the examples You have set\, adhere to the instructions You have given and worship You for the victory…\n \nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/luke-1235/
CATEGORIES:September
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SUMMARY:Matthew 20:22
DESCRIPTION:Matthew 20:22  But Jesus answered by saying to them\, “You don’t know what you are asking! Are you able to drink from the bitter cup of suffering I am about to drink?” “Oh yes\,” they replied\, “we are able!” (NLT) \nAre you weary? \nThere is a motto said by the 1st Infantry Division: “No Mission Too Difficult\, No Sacrifice Too Great\, Duty First” You are in a “whatever it takes moment” every day of your life. Here are some scriptures that describe that commitment. \nMatthew 24:9 “Then they will hand you over to [endure] tribulation\, and will put you to death\, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name.” (AMP) \nMatthew 20:22 Jesus replied\, “You don’t know what you are asking.” Then\, looking in the eyes of Jacob and John\, Jesus said\, “Are you prepared to drink from the cup of suffering that I am about to drink? And are you able to endure the baptism into death that I am about to endure?” (TPT) \nCan you drink of the cup that Jesus drank of and be baptized in His same baptism? The sons of thunder said that they were willing. Where were they after Jesus’ arrest? \nMatthew 26:56b Then all the disciples deserted Him and fled. (AMP) \nWhy weren’t both of them there when the ones who wanted Jesus crucified drug Him from judgement hall to judgment hall. \nJohn 18:15 Simon Peter and another disciple were following Jesus. (AMP) \nWhy weren’t both of them at the cross? \nJohn 19:26 So Jesus\, seeing His mother\, and the disciple whom He loved (esteemed) standing near\, said to His mother\, “[Dear] woman\, look\, [here is] your son!” (AMP) \nIn John 18:15 and John 19:26\, the assumption is that the Apostle John was “the other disciple” and “the disciple who Jesus loved”. Not sure what happened to James\, but this just to let you know being a follower of Jesus is more than a notion. The good thing is\, you get all the information you need up front\, no surprises. Men will hate you for Jesus’ name sake. People will persecute you and call you everything they can think of except a beloved child of God. Please: \n\nDon’t give up when you are tired.\n\nMatthew 11:28-30 Come to Me\, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overburdened\, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls.] 29 Take My yoke upon you and learn of Me\, for I am gentle (meek) and humble (lowly) in heart\, and you will find rest (relief and ease and refreshment and recreation and blessed quiet) for your souls. 30 For My yoke is wholesome (useful\, good—not harsh\, hard\, sharp\, or pressing\, but comfortable\, gracious\, and pleasant)\, and My burden is light and easy to be borne. (AMPC) \n\nKeep trusting in the Lord when you are weak.\n\nIsaiah 40:31 But those who trust in the Eternal One will regain their strength. They will soar on wings as eagles. \nThey will run—never winded\, never weary. They will walk—never tired\, never faint. (TVT) \n\nDon’t be weary and think nothing will come of your work.\n\nGalatians 6:9-10 And let us not lose heart and grow weary and faint in acting nobly and doing right\, for in due time and at the appointed season we shall reap\, if we do not loosen and relax our courage and faint. 10 So then\, as occasion and opportunity open up to us\, let us do good [morally] to all people [not only being useful or profitable to them\, but also doing what is for their spiritual good and advantage]. Be mindful to be a blessing\, especially to those of the household of faith [those who belong to God’s family with you\, the believers]. (AMPC) \nWhen you love what you do\, though it may test you\, drain you\, and sometimes frustrate you\, you won’t give up. \nPlease agree with me as I pray. Then ask the Lord what your prayer should be and wait for His response: \nFather\, sometimes I get a little tired. When I do\, You tell me time and time again\, “if I’m tired\, I’m not allowing You to do the work through me.” I repent for trying to do the work by myself. I don’t want to be weary. I don’t want to allow the weight of the things I experience to cause me to take back. I want to grow and learn from them. I want to be strengthened with every trial You help me get past. With every mountain\, You help me climb; with every battle\, You help me win; I have to remember it’s You\, not me. I must remember\, it is not about me\, never has been and never will be. When I lose sight of that truth\, waiting for my desired outcome makes me weary. Help me see each day is a new way to grow closer to You. Thank You for continuing to remind me I am just the pencil\, not the author…\n \nAsk the lord what he wants to say to you about today’s devotional and journal it here:
URL:https://yourvisionwriters.com/devotional/matthew-2022/
CATEGORIES:September
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