August 2020 week 2
FRIDAY (DAY 5)
(PROVERBS 29:25 AMP)
The fear of man brings a snare,
But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the Lord will be exalted and safe.
THE FEAR OF MAN IS A SNARE.
A snare is a kind of trap, something that entangles you,
making it difficult for you to escape.
“Fear of man” involves being overly concerned
about what others think of you.
It is an unhealthy focus seeing yourself through the eyes of others.
This fear can be crippling, and it is full of distortions.
Other people‘s view of you are twisted by their sinful nature.
Furthermore, it is almost impossible to know
what they really think about you.
When you view yourself from others perspectives ,
you add your own distortion to theirs.
As you strive for acceptance at all cost, you become trapped.
When you realize that the fear of man is controlling
Your thoughts and behavior, come to me.
At your request I will forgive you for making
Other’s view of you in to an idol;(1JOHN 1:9)
I will help you break free from this entanglements.
Affirm your trust in me and take time to enjoy my presence.
As you focus on me and forget about yourself,
Your fears increasingly disappears!
THURSDAY ( DAY4)
PSALM 23:6
Surely goodness and mercy and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life,
And I shall dwell forever [throughout all my days] in the house and in the presence of the Lord.
MY UNFAILING LOVE SHALL FOLLOW YOU ALL THE DAYS OF YOUR LIFE!
SO, look for signs of my tender presence as you go through this day.
I disclose myself to you in vast variety of ways.
Words of scripture just when you need them,
Helpful words spoken though other people,
“coincidences” orchestrated by my spirt.
My love for you is not passive, it actively chases after you
And leaps into your life.
Invite me to open the eyes of your heart so you can see me
Blessing you in various ways- both small and great.
I want you to not only receive my bountiful blessings
But to take note of them.
Treasure them and ponder them in your heart.
Thank me for the ways I show up in your life,
Write some of them down so you can enjoy them again and again.
This signs of my presence strength and prepare you
for difficulties on the road ahead.
Remember that nothing in all creation can separate you from my love!
WEDNESDAY ( DAY3)
(1Peter5:7AMP)
7 casting all your cares [all your anxieties, all your worries, and all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares about you [with deepest affection, and watches over you very carefully].
WHEN PLANNING AND PROBLEMS ARE PREOCCUPYING
YOUR MIND, TURN TO ME AND WHISPER MY NAME.
Let the light of my presence shine over you as you rejoice in my unfailing love.
Thank me for watching over you always and loving you eternally.
Affirm your trust in me ; and express your devotion to me.
Then ask me to show you the way forward, helping you sort out
What needs to be done today and what does not.
Deal with problems as you must, but refuse to let worry or fear
become the center of your thoughts.
Keep returning your focus to me as often as you can,
and I will light up your perspective.
Stature your mind and heart with scriptures. There by
Reading it, studying it, and memorizing verses that are especially helpful for you.
My words is a lamp to your feet and a light for your path. (PSALM119:105)
If you follow this guidelines, your preoccupation with planning
and problems will diminish.
And this leaves room in your life for more of me.
BE filled with the joy of my presence!
TUESDAY (DAY2)
(2 CHRONICLES7:14)
If my people, which are called by my name, shall ahumble themselves, and bpray, and seek my cface, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF PRAYER
People who are feeling discouraged and hopeless
Often say something like,” There’s nothing left to do but pray’
This implies that this is their last resort and a feeble one at that.
Nothing could be further from the truth!
I created mankind with the ability to communicate with me.
Since I am eternal, immortal, invisible king of the universe,
this is an astonishing privilege. (1Timothy1:17)
Even when the human race became tainted with sin
through ADAM and EVE’S disobedience, I did not withdraw
this glorious privilege from them.
And when I lived in your world as man, I also rely greatly
On praying to my father.
I was keenly aware of how continuously I needed His help.
Persistent, heartfelt prayer will bless not only you
but also your family, friends, church and even your country.
Ask the holy spirit to help you pray effectively.
Find others to join you in this venture of seeking my face
In humility and repentance.
Beseech me to heal your land.
MONDAY (DAY 1)
“Before they call I will answer, while they are
Still speaking I will hear. ”Isaiah-65:24
BEFORE YOU CALL I WILL ANSWER
While you are still speaking I will hear.
I know you sometimes feel as if you are alone.
You continue praying because it is the right thing to do,
But you wonder if your prayers make any difference.
When you are feeling this way, it’s good to stop and
remember who I AM-THE KING OF GLORY!
I transcend time.
Past, present, and future all are alike to me .
This is why I can answer before you even call out to me.
No prayer of yours is ever unheard or unanswered.
However, sometime my answer is “no” or “ not yet”.
At other times your prayers are answered in ways you cannot see.
My wisdom is unsearchable-immeasurable
beyond your understanding. (romans11:33Nkjv)
Take time to think about the wonders of my infinite intelligence
and delight in my endless love for you.
If you persist in this intimate adoration,
You will know beyond any doubt that you are never alone.
You are mine!