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Verse of the Day…
This poor man called, and the LORD heard him; he saved him out of all his troubles.
—Psalm 34:6

Thoughts on Today's Verse...
So few hear the cry of the poor or respond to the plight of the disadvantaged. If we are going to be true children of our Father, his values must become our own, his lost sheep must become our quest. Let's help others around us who are in need find that when they call to God, they are not forgotten. Let's be his delivery system of grace.

My Prayer...
Gracious and Holy Father, please use me to be a delivery system for your grace. In the name of Jesus, your greatest gift of grace. Amen.

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Welcome to Cheryl's Scripture Corner...
Culture part 4
Romans 8:10,11 Amplified
If Christ lives in you, though your [natural] body is dead because of sin, your spirit is alive because of righteousness [which He provides]. And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you.
Many believe we're just natural human bodies, flesh, bone and blood, and once this body dies life is over and that's it, that's the end. Most people think we are a body that has a spirit, when in actuality we are a spirit that has a body. Having a spirit and afterlife is questionable. But, I truly believe we are spirit in a temporary body/home. Living beyond this physical body’s death is not optional. What is optional, is where we spend eternity. I'm not gonna pretend I understand all the heavenly realms, Heaven & Hell, etc. and how it all works, no matter how much research is done, however, I do know one thing for sure, we are spirit & live on past the death of our body! Understanding that is imperative to living in a “prayer culture.” In my Life Application Study Bible NIV they define spirits. Spirit(s) invisible, non-material part of humans; supernatural being (third person of Trinity); other lesser supernatural beings; see spiritual. Then to pray is defined as to communicate with God. There's approximately 60 spirit scriptures referenced in that Study Bible so, I’ll let ya have a hayday studying that one out.
When we hear our tummy grumble, it's a reminder to feed our body to fuel us up, right? Many organizations rise up to feed the hungry, which is definitely commendable. If you're thinkin’, “What in the world is this woman talking about?” Just please bear with me. Slow spiritual su***de is not the way to go. Let’s look at this from a spiritual/supernatural perspective. Just as our body needs food, so does our spirit. We can actually starve the spirit within us by avoiding relationship with our Creator. If we deny ourselves, purposefully or not, the Living Word of God & practicing His presence throughout the day, then our spirit becomes hungry & vulnerable. Vulnerable, unfortunately, to the devil & his demonic spirits. The more we feed our spirit with The Kingdom’s culture, the stronger our spirit becomes & the easier it is for the Holy Spirit living within us to direct & guide us. Know that when you pray, He is working & thank Him for taking care of it for you. Please join me in praying for a deep desire to want to communicate with our Creator, Father God & allow our own spirit to meld with His. May God bless you & yours as you practice His presence.
Sincerely,
Cheryl

Verse of the Day…
The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.
—Proverbs 10:32

Thoughts on Today's Verse...
How many times have you said just the "wrong" thing? For me, it is more often than I would like to recall. Jesus words on this topic are indeed convicting to me: "Out of the abundance of the heart does the mouth speak." In other words, poor words and bad timing in our speech are more issues of our heart than issues of social skills and decorum. Let's ask God to purify, mend, and re-focus our heart on his will and passions.

My Prayer...
Almighty God, loving and merciful Father, please purify my heart of all evil, hate, duplicity, prejudice, malice, lust and greed. By the powerful name of Jesus, please drive away any evil power or enticing tempation that would corrupt my heart and wound my soul. Fill my heart with love, grace, righteousness, holy passion, gentleness, forebearance, sensitivity, courage, conviction, and forgiveness. Give me discernment to know which of these qualities are needed at any given moment. Sanctify me, body, soul, and spirit with your Holy Spirit. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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Verse of the Day…

We wait for the blessed hope — the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.
—Titus 2:13-14

Thoughts on Today's Verse...
We haven't arrived at our destination (cf. Philipppians 3). We are in waiting! Jesus, who offered his own life for our redemption, will gloriously return to take us home. During our time of waiting, let's be eager to do what is right, good, and holy.

My Prayer...
Father, make me holy. Holy Spirit, make me eager. Jesus, make me glorious. Do these things for your praise and for the blessing of those who need to know you better. Please forgive me for the times I have settled for mediocrity and stir me to a holy passion to belong to you. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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Verse of the Day…
For you make me glad by your deeds, O LORD; I sing for joy at the works of your hands.
—Psalm 92:4

Thoughts on Today's Verse...
Gaze into the heavens on a dark night and see the wonders of the starry hosts. Think of the incredible diversity of earth's wonders. Look at your own life and see the fingerprints of God's work in your own experience (Rom. 8:28). As Jesus said, our Father is working still (John 5:17). Yes, it does make us glad to know that we are not alone in working our own life (Psalm 139; Phil. 2:13). There is a deep-seated joy at knowing that the LORD, Creator of the universe is at work in us and for us. No wonder singing praise is such a natural response for us!

My Prayer...
Dear Heavenly Father, I praise you for power and glory revealed in the majesty of your creation. I thank you for your work in transforming and recreating me, as well. Please continue your transforming work in me. Make me what you want me to be. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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