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What I find most inspiring about the Word of God is the power and the purpose in it. When we are guided and directed by the Word of God, there is a sense of confidence in knowing what He is leading you to and through.

Journeying through those places of this world can be very dangerous. In fact , if your not prepared with the Word of God, there might be serious consequences. As high called children of the most High ,we must be prepared with the Word of God to go through these places.

His Word is sharp, more powerful than any loco motive, able to crush evil devices in one breath, penetrating the thoughts and intents of the heart. The Word of God always smothers and chokes out the lies of the enemy, reminding us that the Word of God is our best protection against Satan lies.

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Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. —Luke 11:2
When Jesus taught us to pray, He began, “Our Father in heaven” (Luke 11:2). It is one of many Scriptures that refers to God as a father. I find it both fascinating and instructive that when God wanted us to know what He is like, He chose to emphasize His fatherhood.

What do we know about God as our Father? According to Jesus’ prayer, we know that our Father in heaven is available and attentive to us. It is also clear that He provides for us. He forgives us and protects us from evil (vv.2-4).
What a wonderful pattern for fathers who aren’t in heaven! Granted, there is only one perfect Father in the universe, but as such He sets the pace for the rest of us less-than-perfect fathers. I discovered early in my ministry that my children were not impressed with books I wrote, titles I had, or places I spoke. They craved my time and attention, the provision for basic needs, a love that patiently forgave, and the creation of a safe place for them to grow and mature. It’s a short but very profound list of fatherly duties.
And what about those who didn’t get a dad who met those needs? Take heart in the fact that if you have been redeemed through Jesus you have a perfect heavenly Father—and He’s the best Father of all. —Joe Stowell

Thank You, God, for being our Father, Shepherd,
Guardian, and Guide. We will never outgrow our need
for Your love and care. We want to seek You
with all our heart that we might know You intimately.

The heavenly Father’s arms never tire of holding His children.

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The media is unquestionably one of the most powerful and influential voices in our culture. Journalism used to be a simple matter of reporting the facts and, where there was controversy, presenting both sides of the story. Unfortunately, that is no longer the case. From the top national networks to local newspapers, we are faced with the challenge of sorting through commentary and conjecture in order to get to the truth.

Meanwhile, throughout the entertainment industry, the heroes of pop culture model vices such as materialism, promiscuity, substance abuse, and violence. Professional athletes, once some of our nation’s most revered and reliable role models, now watch many of their fellow players regularly fall into public disgrace.

Those of us determined to be discerning are constantly faced with the task of wading through the media’s often biased and immoral offerings to find wholesome and acceptable alternatives for ourselves and our families. Specifically, we need to recognize and reject the errant messages of popular culture that run counter to the Judeo-Christian system of values.

We encourage you to make our nation’s journalists a subject of prayer. Ask the Lord to provide the television, radio and print mediums with staff members and executives who are committed to accuracy and integrity.

We must also remember to intercede on behalf of the actors, musicians and athletes our young people seek to emulate. Pray that more of Hollywood’s celebrities will be worthy of our respect and admiration. And as you watch your favorite sport, ask the Lord to strengthen and embolden any Christians on the team or coaching staff. Nothing is too difficult for God ­ and though the industry often seems unprincipled, we know the Lord is able to use the media to accomplish His purposes.

Scripture

Pray for truth and morality to be presented.

■ Proverbs 12:9-22
■ Ephesians 4:29
■ Philippians 4:8
■ Matthew 12:36-37

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In the wake of the September 11 attacks on our own soil, the American people have realized that the face of war is forever changed. No longer can we think of combat being fought solely on faraway shores. We must acknowledge that many of the United States’ enemies are among us, even as others plot against us from afar.

With this sobering reality in mind, pray for the courageous troops who are actively serving our country each day ­ not only at bases around the world, but also here within our borders. Our soldiers daily place themselves in harm’s way in order to defend the way of life we hold dear, and they desperately need our prayer support. Their families should be remembered as well. These individuals often make significant sacrifices as they endure long separations, frequent moves and other challenges inherent to military service.

As the heroic men and women in our armed services secure our liberty both at home and abroad, pray the Lord’s protection will go before them. In addition, lift up the chaplains stationed around the world, along with the Christian servicemen who unofficially fulfill a role of spiritual leadership. Ask that these believers would faithfully represent Christ among their comrades-in-arms.

Please don’t forget to pray also for those who have lost a loved one in battle. These grieving families have paid the ultimate price, and we must ask that God’s comfort would be upon them in a special way.

Finally, pray that our media’s accounts of U.S. military actions are relayed fairly and impartially. Our troops are deserving of their fellow Americans’ gratitude and respect, and accurate reporting can play an important role in rallying the American people around our brave servicemen.

Scripture

Pray for divine protection and guidance for our armed forces. Ask God to intercede for military chaplains and loved ones at home.

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Our Founding Fathers established a nearly foolproof system of government; its checks and balances are among the most noteworthy aspects of our republic. Our executive, legislative, and judicial branches, ­ when functioning as they were designed, ­ champion our liberties and prevent our government from becoming tyrannical and oppressive. By and large, however, the American people are sadly uninformed about democratic principles and their role in safeguarding our freedoms. What’s more, the clearly defined lines between the three branches of government are becoming blurred and United States citizens are paying the price.

We must continue to pray that God protects our way of life, asking that He would embed men and women in office who are committed to serving their constituents with integrity. We must remain in prayer for our elections, beseeching God to prompt our fellow citizens to become involved in this process. Voting is both a duty and a privilege, and the outcomes of our political races are critical in determining the future course of our nation.

May God’s hand of wisdom and guidance remain upon each segment of our society, and through His Spirit, may believers be inspired to “pray continually” (I Thessalonians 5:17). We are assured that the Almighty hears our petitions. As people from coast to coast lift their voices in prayer, repentance and humility, we simply cannot underestimate how the Lord will respond. Let us together come before His throne with these words on our lips and in our hearts, “God bless America!”

Pray for our leaders, as well as the judges in our courts. Ask God to grant them wisdom to act with integrity.

■ I Kings 3:28
■ I Timothy 2:1-2
■ Exodus 18:21
■ Proverbs 11:3
■ Romans 13:1-2

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Search My Heart

In prayer we can ask God to show us any way we are hurting or hindering others.
We can ask God to help us show love that “suffers long and is kind; . . . is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil”
(1 Cor. 13:4-5).
Our efforts to help others, especially those we love the most, will never be completely free from anxiety. But we can, by God’s grace, begin to love freely with no strings attached, as God Himself loves. The test, of course, and the measure of our progress, is the way we react when our “helpfulness” is unrecognized or goes unrewarded
(see Luke 14:12-14).

Lord, help us to love with pure motives and for the good of others. Help us to love unconditionally, expecting nothing in return. —David Roper

Please help me, Lord, in all I do
To act and think with motives true;
And by Your love reveal to me
Those sins that only You can see. —D. De Haan

—Psalm 139:23-24
Search me, O God, and know my heart; try me, and know my anxieties; and see if there is any wicked way in me.

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We are…
G – God’s
R – Redeemed
A – Accepted
C – Chosen
E – Expression
of love. God chose you from the beginning.
II Thessalonians 2:13

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Trust God

In Jesus name,
We are excited to praise you, honor you, and trust you Father in 2012. Your always about, what you say your about. Holy Spirit brush and flush away the filthe of this world which tries to cling to us this year, we put out complete trust in you intentionally, emotionally, and spiritually that we would walk in your promises with our words, actions, and lives daily, pleasing you everywhere we go.
Amen.

Psalm 73:28
But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all your works

What are you decreeing, declaring, and sharing in 2012?

much grace,
Keith M Crandell
2012

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In Jesus name,
O God, Lord of both heaven and earth, wash away everything that hinders me from you,and give me the endurance, strength, and power to set my mind on things above.
Amen.

Colossians 3:2
Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

What are you setting your mind on this week?

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Praise the Lord

In Jesus name,
O God I give you praise, adoration, and glory today for being God the Example who sacrificed His very own life for us that we might have Eternal life in Christ, who suffered for us, leaving us an example to follow in His foot steps, and whose example is the greatest in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.
Praise you my God the Example!
Amen.

Leviticus 9:6
Then Moses said, “This is the thing which the LORD commanded you to do, and the glory of the LORD will appear to you.”

What is rising up in you and coming out of you today?

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