JACKS DAILY DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS
(Hebrews 6:17–18) “Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of His purpose very clear…”
Yesterday I talked about having a “Biblical Mentality” and trusting the Word of God and the promises of God because they are written down for a purpose…
When things hadn’t worked as I thought they would, when I received a no instead of a yes, or a yes instead of a no in answer to my prayers.
When I couldn’t unravel a situation and fit it into my natural humanistic wisdom and understanding… instead of doubting and losing faith… that’s when I lean on the biblical promises of God and ignite faith… build faith up!
That’s why it is so important for you and I as flawed human beings have a biblical mindset and theological thinking that reminds us of the immutable promises of God
There are times when I have to stop… and with humble obedience and surrender to the unchanging truth of Gods Word... simply believe!
When the bottom drops out of your life, when hope starts to wear thin, when human logic fails to make much sense… we must find a source that stabilizes our thinking and gives understanding to the inconsistencies of life.
A biblical mindset and theological thinking lift us up over the natural thinking and things of this world that demand our attention.
A Biblical mindset and theological thinking and will point us to the answer!
(Hebrews 6:17–18) gives us two theological facts:
(1) there is an unchangeable purpose with God,
(2) that purpose is guaranteed with an oath.
God said what He meant and He meant what He said!
(Romans 8:28) “All things work together for good for those that love the lord”
When we have a Biblical mindset and theological thinking… you begin to understand that the issue you struggle with, is part of His unchangeable purpose guaranteed with an oath, neither of which is a lie.
In (Malachi 3:6), God declares, “For I am the Lord, I change not”
This statement highlights God’s immutability, meaning His nature, purposes, and promises remain constant over time, regardless of human actions or circumstances.
The verse reassures us that despite our repeated disobedience and failure to walk uprightly above the temptations common to humanity… God’s mercy and faithfulness endure.
A Biblical mindset and theological thinking bring that truth of Gods promises to the for-front of your situation… and help you to begin to think positively about the promises that God has made concerning our trials and testing.
As Solomon states so well: “God has made everything appropriate in its time” (Ecclesiastes 3:11).
Let me give you some wisdom this morning from a simple truth and a matter of fact… “that’s the way it is”… whether you like it or not!
God is in control of the times and seasons.
Some times are hard, and some seasons are dry.
But the fact of the matter is that God is in control of it all…
We are quick to give God praise when the blessings flow… when the checking account is full and running over… when the job is secure and a promotion is on the horizon… when the salary is good… when our health is fine…
But we have a tough time believing that… when those things aren’t happening like we think they should.
As the writer of (Hebrews 6:18) states… there are two “unchangeable things” that we must remember…
It is impossible for God to lie, and we who have taken refuge in His word… who have established a biblical mindset… will find strong encouragement and confidence to take hold of the hope He has set before us… as He has promised.
“Strong encouragement” comes with a biblical mindset and theological thinking.
Logical thinking will discourage you… but theological thinking will encourage you, giving you a refuge of hope.
A place where you can hide during those dry and barren times of hopelessness and loneliness… when the cold winds of life whip away at your faith and trust in Him.
Encouragement is the opposite of discouragement.
Hope is the opposite of despair.
When you accept the fact that sometimes seasons are dry and times are hard… and that God is in control of both…
You can and will discover a sense of divine refuge… because the hope then is in God… and not in yourself.
In those seasons when it’s difficult to see God’s purpose and promise, remember where your hope and encouragement are found… that is in the person and purposes of the Lord Jesus Christ.
(Matthew 11:28-29) “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls”.
This is where a biblical mindset and theological thinking will help you over come and be more than a conqueror in this life of inconsistencies that we live in.
So as Paul taught in (Colossians 3:16) “let the Word of God dwell within you richly”
Develop a biblical mindset and theological thinking and you will be amazed at the peace and joy you begin to rest in.
Good Day!
(1st Thessalonians 2:2-4) “For we speak as messengers approved by God... to be entrusted with the Good News”.
“You know how badly we had been treated at Philippi just before we came to you and how much we suffered there.
Yet our God gave us the courage to declare His Good News to you boldly, in spite of great opposition.
So you can see we were not preaching with any deceit or impure motives or trickery.
For we speak as messengers approved by God… entrusted with the Good News.
Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts.”
When Paul spoke amidst the strong current of public opposition, it was “the gospel of God” he shared.
It was not His opinion, nor wisdom derived from living lifes experiences... it was the Word and the Word only.
The very foundation of his being was not “error” or “impurity” or “deceit”… but rather "the truth of the scriptures".
Furthermore, he considered the Word of God as something “entrusted” to him… and it gave him such security and confidence… that he didn’t feel the need to compromise and become a “people pleaser”.
Even though it may sound old-fashioned, the first and most significant priority we can cultivate in our lives is to make the Scriptures the final authority and an integral part of our lives.
In fact we need to become dependent upon the Word even to taking it literally, in every aspect of our lives.
Jesus said (Luke 4:4) “Man shall not live by bread alone but by every Word that proceeds from the mouth of God”
(Colossians 3:16) Paul encouraged the church to “let the word of Christ dwell in you richly… let it become a part of you…”
A biblical mentality is the secret to surviving the aimlessness of our days.
I find it interesting that there is a new and fresh interest rising up concerning a biblical mentality in our world of human wisdom and philosophy!
Every where I go I meet people whom are surprisingly interested in what the Bible has to say concerning the things of God.
For most today in this humanistic promotion of mans wisdom… it’s a rare concept…
It also leads to a good deal of self-examination.
As we begin to soak up the truths of God’s Book… He goes to work on us!
(Hebrews 4:12–13) “The word of God is living and active.
Sharper than any double-edged sword and It penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow.
It judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight.
Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.”
Descriptive, isn’t it?
The principles and precepts of Scripture touch what no surgeon’s scalpel can touch… that is... the soul and spirit of a human being
The thoughts, the attitudes, the very essence of our being…
God uses His truth, His Word, the Scriptures… to help shape us and wash us…
(Ephesians 5:26) calls it “the washing of the water of the word”… cleaning us up and maturing us in our walk with Him.
We need to take this to heart.
Let’s determine that we are not going to allow the tyranny of the urgent, to steal from us those vitally important moments with our God in His Word.
First and foremost, let’s become people who are thoroughly committed to biblical thinking and action.
(Psalm 119:105) “Thy Word O Lord is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path”.
Today and every day forever, lets develop and walk thru this life with a "biblical mentality".
Good day!
Good day!
(Job 23:12) "I have treasured his words more than daily food".
A daily quiet time with God is more than just a good idea, it’s "vital" to your spiritual survival.
It’s also "essential" to your spiritual growth and maturity.
Whenever the subject is brought up, most will defend themselves saying, "But I go to church every week".
Can you imagine what would happen if you ate food only once a week?
The patriarch Job said, "I have treasured His words more than daily food". ?
The Apostle Peter described the scriptures as “nourishing milk” (1st Peter 2:2), and the writer to the Hebrews called the Word of God “solid food” (Hebrews 5:14).
Your quiet time is also like a “spiritual bath”.
Jesus said, "Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you" (John 15:3) ?
You shower most every day to stay clean and avoid “body” odors. ?
It’s not easy to be around someone who smells badly, and you run the risk of offending them by telling them so.
But if you love them you’ll do it.
Jesus told Peter, "Thou art an offence [odorous] unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men". (Matthew 16:23)
With out a daily cleansing from the Word of God, we begin to smell like the world, act like the world, love the world and all its got to offer.
But the Apostle John wrote to the early church and He pleaded with them to “love not the world nor the things in the world (1st John 2:15)
Here’s the bottom line.
Do you love God more than this world?
Does your time spent with God reflect your love for God.
Unless you protect your quiet time with God: ?
1) you’ll be cut off from your source of strength, guidance, and wisdom; ?
2) your usefulness to God will be limited; ?
3) you’ll be inconsistent in your Christian life;
3) you’ll be inconsistent in your Christian life;
4) you'll be suffer from spiritual malnutrition.
Now I know this may seem a little judgmental, but friend listen to me this morning!
Jesus said it clearly (Luke 4:4) “man shall not live by bread alone”.
Please bear with me as I paraphrase this for you just a tad bit.
Man can not live with just this worlds “influence” alone.
Man cannot live by this worlds “standards” alone.
Man cannot live by this worlds “thoughts” alone.
Man cannot live with out the Holy Spirit in him, around him and guiding him.
Now I know this may seem a little judgmental, but friend listen to me this morning!
Jesus said it clearly (Luke 4:4) “man shall not live by bread alone”.
Please bear with me as I paraphrase this for you just a tad bit.
Man can not live with just this worlds “influence” alone.
Man cannot live by this worlds “standards” alone.
Man cannot live by this worlds “thoughts” alone.
Man cannot live with out the Holy Spirit in him, around him and guiding him.
We need the presence of God in our lives!
And that presence comes only by and through time spent with Him.
Now I know we all live busy lives with schedules that are so full we just can’t seem to catch up...
and many times there are just not enough hours in a day to get the days work completed as it is.
But let me tell you from experience… you need to eat from Gods Word daily if you truly want to experience victory and be an overcomer in life!
"But I don’t have time"!
You have the same 24 hours per day that everybody else has!
And how you spend them is determined by what you think is most important.
So if you think being in fellowship with God is important, you'll begin to make time for it.
I don't mean to be rude or dogmatic.
But we are living in a day and age where we need to "know God", in order to deal with the confusion, perversion and deception that is permeating our society.
Spending time with God will bring it all into focus.
And besides… the peace and the joy you begin to experience as well is truly worth the effort!
Good Day!
But let me tell you from experience… you need to eat from Gods Word daily if you truly want to experience victory and be an overcomer in life!
"But I don’t have time"!
You have the same 24 hours per day that everybody else has!
And how you spend them is determined by what you think is most important.
So if you think being in fellowship with God is important, you'll begin to make time for it.
I don't mean to be rude or dogmatic.
But we are living in a day and age where we need to "know God", in order to deal with the confusion, perversion and deception that is permeating our society.
Spending time with God will bring it all into focus.
And besides… the peace and the joy you begin to experience as well is truly worth the effort!
Good Day!
(Revelation 4:11) "And for thy pleasure they were created".
Most every morning as I'm waking up, I awake with this sense that there is a presence that is waiting to be with me or visit with me.
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As I've grown older and developed this awareness, I've come to learn and realize that it is the presence of the Holy Spirit/God whom is wanting to commune with me or spend time with me.
Did you know: ?
(1) God created you so that He could have a relationship with you.
He made you in order to enjoy your company every day. "And for thy pleasure they were created".
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Your attitude toward your quiet time with God will be transformed when you realize that He wants to spend time with you, waits for you, and welcomes you into His presence.
(2) The cross is what made this relationship possible.
When Adam sinned, God drove him from the Garden of Paradise and placed angels with swords at its entrance so that mankind could never re-enter. ?
Mankind today has no idea just how devastating that act of disobedience committed by Adam and Eve was to the future of humanity.
Because of their disobedience sin had entered the world.
Sin caused a separation between man and God.
Something to remember folks!
No matter what the act of sin is, sin always causes separation.
Then God did something truly amazing! ?
He took on human form, lived among us, died in our place, and was cut down by the sword of divine judgment at the cross, providing us with a way back into His presence.
Wonderful isn't it?
In the Old Testament only one man, the High Priest, could go into the Holy of Holies, into the presence of God and he could only do it one day a year.
A thick veil separated God from the people. ?
They stood outside wondering what God's voice sounded like, what His presence felt like, and what His glory looked like, but only the high priest knew.
And when Jesus cried, "It is finished" as He hung on the cross (John 19:30) the Bible says, "The veil of the temple was torn in two from the top [where God was] to the bottom [where we were]."
Now, as a result of the cross and the shed blood of Christ, we have peace with God, and restoration is available to every one whom thirsts for it.
(Mark 15:38). Now, as "priests unto God" we can come into His presence at any time and meet with Him (Revelation 1:6).
What a privilege! "Grace" makes it possible, and "gratitude" should be the magnet that draws you there each day. ?
The benefits?
Well they far out weigh the cost of the time spent!
You know it takes approximately 3 minutes to read this devotional each day.
Maybe another minute to digest some of the content clearly, and possibly 3 to 7 minutes to pray and touch the hem of Gods garment in gratitude, thanksgiving, praise, and petitions unto Him for your provision and protection.
Approximately ten minutes each day!
Is that to much time to give to a God whom loves us, protects us, provides for us and promises us a secure eternity under His watchful eye?
Good Day!
(Isaiah 30:15) "In quietness and trust is your strength."
There is only one thing that will bring us peace, comfort, joy, and hope in this life we live amidst all
of the chaos in this world.
And that is quiet time with God!
Jesus said, "Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." (Matthew 6:33)
What kind of "things" was He talking about?
They were things like money, houses, relationships, health, and jobs.
What did He mean by "the kingdom of God?"
Living under the rule of Christ each moment and submitting to His will in all things.
When Jesus used the word "seek," He called for three things: ?
(1) Intentionality.
When something important is lost, you must put aside other things and seek until you find it.
(2) Importance.
Position, performance, prosperity, and popularity can be good things when properly used, but without the rule of Christ in your life, you'll always be vulnerable to the attacks of the devil.
(3) Importunity.
No matter how long it takes, how hard you must work, or what you must rearrange, you need to restore your quiet time with God to its rightful place. ?
The Psalmist wrote, "When You said, Seek My face, my heart said to You, Your face Lord… I will seek'" (Psalm 27:8).
"Quiet time" has been called many things throughout the history of the church.
The "morning watch", "daily devotions", "appointment with God", or "personal devotional time". ?
It really doesn't matter what you call it, as long as you have it regularly.
Your quiet time with God is just “daily fellowship” with Him through His Word and prayer.
If you really want to experience the blessing of God and His supernatural involvement in our life… then it's time you deliberately set aside time, to meet with Him.
The goal is that you might grow in your personal relationship with God so that you can know Him, love Him, serve Him, and become more like Him.
That’s why I take the time each day to post these little mini sermons or thoughts for the day.
They are not only the fruit of my quiet time with God, but they are insights I post to help you, my fellow man, find a way to begin a daily habit of quiet time with God.
With out it, life is overwhelming to say the least,
I meet many whom ask why God doesn’t speak to them or reveal Himself to them.
Let me ask you… have you really taken time out for Him… regularly, consistently, purposefully?
(James 4:8) says “draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh unto you”
(Matthew 11:28-30) "Come unto me and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me… for I am meek and lowly in heart and ye shall find rest unto your souls... for my yoke is easy, and my burden is light".
And that is quiet time with God!
Jesus said, "Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." (Matthew 6:33)
What kind of "things" was He talking about?
They were things like money, houses, relationships, health, and jobs.
What did He mean by "the kingdom of God?"
Living under the rule of Christ each moment and submitting to His will in all things.
When Jesus used the word "seek," He called for three things: ?
(1) Intentionality.
When something important is lost, you must put aside other things and seek until you find it.
(2) Importance.
Position, performance, prosperity, and popularity can be good things when properly used, but without the rule of Christ in your life, you'll always be vulnerable to the attacks of the devil.
(3) Importunity.
No matter how long it takes, how hard you must work, or what you must rearrange, you need to restore your quiet time with God to its rightful place. ?
The Psalmist wrote, "When You said, Seek My face, my heart said to You, Your face Lord… I will seek'" (Psalm 27:8).
"Quiet time" has been called many things throughout the history of the church.
The "morning watch", "daily devotions", "appointment with God", or "personal devotional time". ?
It really doesn't matter what you call it, as long as you have it regularly.
Your quiet time with God is just “daily fellowship” with Him through His Word and prayer.
If you really want to experience the blessing of God and His supernatural involvement in our life… then it's time you deliberately set aside time, to meet with Him.
The goal is that you might grow in your personal relationship with God so that you can know Him, love Him, serve Him, and become more like Him.
That’s why I take the time each day to post these little mini sermons or thoughts for the day.
They are not only the fruit of my quiet time with God, but they are insights I post to help you, my fellow man, find a way to begin a daily habit of quiet time with God.
With out it, life is overwhelming to say the least,
I meet many whom ask why God doesn’t speak to them or reveal Himself to them.
Let me ask you… have you really taken time out for Him… regularly, consistently, purposefully?
(James 4:8) says “draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh unto you”
(Matthew 11:28-30) "Come unto me and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me… for I am meek and lowly in heart and ye shall find rest unto your souls... for my yoke is easy, and my burden is light".
If you really want to succeed in life... if you really want the comfort of and security that God promises, if you really want to know God,
You need to come to Him regularly... and you need q"uiet time with Him" regularly.
Good Day
(Isaiah 30:15) "In quietness and trust is your strength."
This passage of scripture often captured my attention s when the busyness and stresses of life begin to demand my attention and time.
And it causes me to stop and reprioritize as I deal with the hard questions and decisions that I face re my life’s activities and direction, in the midst of the trials and stresses that are always right there every time I turn around
I often have to remind myself that God is the author… the director of my journey thru life… and He is the one that allows me to enjoy His provision and care, not because I deserve it or have earned it… but its because of His love and His grace… and it’s a message that is resonating with in me today.
Don’t worry! Fear not! Trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding!
These are messages that I have preached over the years and have learned (and in some cases still learning) to let order my life.
But this morning these words seem to be jumping off the page.
So profound, yet so simple: "In quietness and trust is your strength."
The ability to be strong… rests not in human might or brute force, but in stillness and belief in the goodness of God.
When one is able to calm the mind and soul from controlling, manipulating, striving, worrying and simply trust in Him… strength is produced.
A confidence in His strength is realized.
I cannot muster up enough strength on my own... I've tried this in the past with little success.
However, when I purpose to quiet my mind and quiet my soul… I can focus on His love and
goodness.
This focus again helps me to realize that my victory and or success in life is not brought about by
This focus again helps me to realize that my victory and or success in life is not brought about by
my own strength, might, power, or abilities… but it happens and is fulfilled by my surrender and obedience to His will and His leading
This inevitably brings me back again to a place of trust and dependence on Him... and this is
This inevitably brings me back again to a place of trust and dependence on Him... and this is
where true strength is found.
Not in trying to "be" strong.
In reality it's actually quite the opposite, as I need only to "be still” and let God be strong in me.
What a sense of relief and peace this brings to know that it's not up to me to be strong.
I can rest in Him, and know that by simply “doing so”… I am strong.
Truly it is a sign of real strength when one is able to surrender their effort to be strong on your
Not in trying to "be" strong.
In reality it's actually quite the opposite, as I need only to "be still” and let God be strong in me.
What a sense of relief and peace this brings to know that it's not up to me to be strong.
I can rest in Him, and know that by simply “doing so”… I am strong.
Truly it is a sign of real strength when one is able to surrender their effort to be strong on your
own, and depend on the Lord instead.
"Be still and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10).
Again, to settle one's self before God and recognize who He is, will produce a strength that no
"Be still and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10).
Again, to settle one's self before God and recognize who He is, will produce a strength that no
man can muster up on his own.
A healthy recognition of “His nature” will bring one to a place of trust every time.
"God is love" (1st John 4:8).
"The Lord is righteous in all His ways and loving toward all His creation" (Psalm 145:17).
"For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all
A healthy recognition of “His nature” will bring one to a place of trust every time.
"God is love" (1st John 4:8).
"The Lord is righteous in all His ways and loving toward all His creation" (Psalm 145:17).
"For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all
generations" (Psalm 100:5).
"Fear not for I am with you… do not be dismayed for I am your God; I will strengthen you and I
"Fear not for I am with you… do not be dismayed for I am your God; I will strengthen you and I
will help you" (Isaiah 41:10).
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon
you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls" (Matthew 11:28-29).
“I have never seen the righteous forsaken or his seed begging bread” (Psalm 37:25)
(Romans 8:28) "In all things God works for the good of those who love Him..."
These scripture promises are merely a snapshot of the character of God and His passion for you
“I have never seen the righteous forsaken or his seed begging bread” (Psalm 37:25)
(Romans 8:28) "In all things God works for the good of those who love Him..."
These scripture promises are merely a snapshot of the character of God and His passion for you
and I.
As we draw closer to Him… our trust grows, allowing us to find our strength in who He is, rather
than in who we are.
The more we know Him, the more confident we can be in trusting Him, and we can quietly and confidently come before Him in our time of need, every time, all the time.
A right relationship with God brings peace to the soul and the ability to be calm in the midst of the storm... because as the scripture says “our trust and our help comes from the God of Creation”
For me, my strength is directly linked to my relationship with God.
No striving, no worrying, no letting my emotions control me.
Just trusting in Him while knowing He is my strength.
Do you need your strength renewed?
If so, don't simply try harder relying on your own effort and ability.
Instead, do what seems to go against your natural instinct and simply be still, draw close to God
The more we know Him, the more confident we can be in trusting Him, and we can quietly and confidently come before Him in our time of need, every time, all the time.
A right relationship with God brings peace to the soul and the ability to be calm in the midst of the storm... because as the scripture says “our trust and our help comes from the God of Creation”
For me, my strength is directly linked to my relationship with God.
No striving, no worrying, no letting my emotions control me.
Just trusting in Him while knowing He is my strength.
Do you need your strength renewed?
If so, don't simply try harder relying on your own effort and ability.
Instead, do what seems to go against your natural instinct and simply be still, draw close to God
and let His strength renew you.
He desires peace for you, not the burden of trying to be strong.
So today quiet yourself before God.
Find time to draw aside and turn your focus to Him.
Begin to trust in who He is and watch as He fills you with His strength...His freedom-giving, peace-producing, effortless strength.
Good Day!
He desires peace for you, not the burden of trying to be strong.
So today quiet yourself before God.
Find time to draw aside and turn your focus to Him.
Begin to trust in who He is and watch as He fills you with His strength...His freedom-giving, peace-producing, effortless strength.
Good Day!
(Proverbs 23:15) "My son, if your heart is wise, My heart will rejoice."
Yesterday we celebrated the office of “fatherhood” and took some time to honor and lift up the men of our society and encourage them to be diligent in their opportunity to shape, mold, and protect the children God had gifted them with.
In my preparations for these little studies/devotions that I write each day and the sermons I prepare for each week,
I’ve run across some statistics that I found shocking concerning the state of the average North American family without a father, or "daddy" in the home.
Fatherless children are 200 percent more likely to experience emotional and behavioral problems…twice as likely to use drugs and alcohol…more likely to become sexually active at an early age…and three times more likely to commit violent crime.
Over 50 percent of teens who attempt suicide live in fatherless homes.
Most runaways come from fatherless homes… and boys without fathers are 300 percent more likely to be involved in criminal activity during their teens.
Seventy percent of juveniles in long-term correctional facilities grew up without a father.
Fatherless daughters are 53 percent more likely to marry in their teens, and 164 percent more likely to have children outside of marriage.
Fatherless daughters experience a 92 percent higher divorce rate, and fatherless sons are 35 percent more likely to experience marital failure.
Of teenagers admitted to psychiatric hospitals, 80 percent come from fatherless homes.
Children from fatherless homes are 50 percent more likely to grapple with learning disabilities… they fare worse in school and are three times more likely to drop out than kids who grew up in a home with a father.
Folks these are very disturbing statistics.
Did you realize that it’s possible to be "physically present" as a father… yet emotionally absent.
In a recent poll, 50 percent of fathers said they feel guilty about spending "too little time" with their children.
According to “The Family Research Council”, the average dad spends eight minutes a day in direct conversation with his kids.
And in families where the mom works outside the home, it drops to four minutes.
If you find these statistics shocking… then wake up and do something about it!
Ezekiel 22:30 says “I looked for someone who might rebuild the wall of righteousness that guards the land. I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn’t have to destroy the land, but I found no one.
Now for those of us who's children are grown up already… it's a little late for us to change the status of these stats in our own lives… but maybe we can be a help and encouragement to our grandchildren and our kids and our neighbors families whom are raising their children.
After that, all we have left is prayer!
Prayer for the families around us and the children in our communities.
O God, that we could redeem the time.
O God, give us wisdom how!
O God, use us in some way, to save the fatherless children of our society and let it begin with me!
I’ve heard read several times over the years, and heard many sociology proffessors say that it takes a community to raise a child.
Perhaps that’s where the church… you and I can stand in the gap for many of these fatherless children.
As one of my favorite country sings goes… “This world has never been in the awful shape its in… Jesus take a hold and lead us thru”.
Lord help us to be an influence where ever we can!
Good Day!