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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Faith - Wednesday, October 31, 2012 | Daily Word

Faith - Wednesday, October 31, 2012 | Daily Word: "Faith
I RELY ON THE INFINITE WISDOM OF GOD.
The writer of Hebrews defined faith as “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” My faith encompasses all areas of life, and I focus it firmly on an expectation of good. Through my faith in God, I am inspired to live fully and confidently. I meet challenges with the assurance of ever-present help and guidance. To access infinite wisdom, I need only quiet my thoughts, turn within, ask and listen.

I rely on divine wisdom to help me identify growth opportunities and guide me in expressing more of my Christ nature. I rely on divine wisdom when making decisions, trusting I will know the best choice for the good of all concerned. Faith helps me manage my life, and infinite wisdom shows me the way. I have faith in the infinite wisdom of God.

Jesus answered them, “Have faith in God.”—Mark 11:22"

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Our Daily Bread a Prayer for You....

Our Daily Bread:

October 30, 2012


Our Daily Bread is hosted by Les Lamborn

READ: 1 Kings 11:1-13

Shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life. —Philippians 2:15-16

As I waited to make a right-hand turn at a busy intersection, an ambulance appeared over the crest of a hill, speeding in my direction. Someone behind me honked, urging me into the crossroads. I knew the ambulance would be unlikely to stop and that it could have been disastrous to make my turn. So I kept my foot on the brake pedal and stayed put.

Spiritually speaking, we need to “stay put” and remain faithful to God despite pressure from others. King Solomon had to learn this the hard way. He began his reign by asking God for wisdom (1 Kings 3:9), and his prayer at the dedication of the temple revealed his loyalty (8:23,61). But he did not remain committed. He married many foreign women who eventually influenced him to worship other gods. By the end of his life, his “heart was not loyal to the Lord” (11:1-6; Neh. 13:26).

Today, just as in ancient times, people may prompt us to shift our loyalty away from God and His truth. Yet with God’s help we can hold fast to the word of life (Phil. 2:16). If you feel pressured to enter a dangerous intersection of beliefs, study God’s Word, put on His armor (Eph. 6:10-18), and ask the Holy Spirit for help (1 Cor. 2:10-12). Then stand fast with your fellow believers in Christ. —Jennifer Benson Schuldt

Stand up, stand up for Jesus,
Stand in His strength alone;
The arm of flesh will fail you—
Ye dare not trust your own. —Duffield

To avoid being pulled into error, keep a firm grip on the truth.

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Healing - Tuesday, October 30, 2012 | Daily Word

Healing

THE LIFE OF GOD LIVES IN ME.

Quietly I turn within for healing. I concentrate on God’s indwelling presence and visualize divine light dissolving any inharmony, pain or sorrow, radiating healing power in and through me.

The life of God is the very essence of my being. It is my health. It is my life. Divine life, intelligence and power inhabit every part of my body. As I lift my consciousness to accept my oneness with God and all of life, I am lifted to wholeness.

In the morning I awake with a prayer of thanksgiving. Throughout the day, I recognize the energy of God as it lives in me. My movements, my thoughts, my activities reflect only radiant well-being. In the evening, I fall asleep with praise in my heart.

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.—Psalm 139:14

Monday, October 29, 2012

Dedication - Monday, October 29, 2012 | Daily Word

Dedication - Monday, October 29, 2012 | Daily Word: "Dedication
I EASILY ACHIEVE MY GOALS.
To be dedicated is to engage one’s whole heart in achieving a desired outcome. It is to be passionate and willing to work toward its fulfillment. Whatever the goal, success depends on dedication.

What am I passionate about? Finishing a long-term project? Creating something beautiful? Embracing my own worth? Discovering who I am and where I am going?

I focus on Spirit within and nourish my soul with positive thoughts and loving energy. With proper focus and sincere commitment, all things are possible. I am worthy of good, worthy of peace, worthy of abundance. I am dedicated to fulfilling my passion and potential.

So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose.—Isaiah 55:11"

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Sunday, October 28, 2012

Movement - Sunday, October 28, 2012 | Daily Word

Movement

ENERGIZED WITH DIVINE LIFE, I AM ALWAYS IN MOTION.

I welcome both nights of rest and the refreshment that comes with the rising sun. I embrace the opportunity of each new day as my life progresses through cycles of growth, release, rest and renewal.

Energized with divine life, my body is always in motion. It is fueled by rhythmic breathing and pulsing circulation, and it is strengthened by physical and mental exercise. My body, mind and spirit are created for movement, endowed with dexterity and vitality.

My perspective expands as I invite divine ideas to take hold in the fertile soil of my mind. I move beyond outgrown beliefs to realize more of my divine potential.

For “In him we live and move and have our being”; as even some of your own poets have said, “For we too are his offspring.”—Acts 17:28