Pastor Cecil A. Thompson DailyEvotional

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson May 1, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK: pastorcecilathompsondailye-votional.blogspot.com TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR, CLICK ON THIS LINK: pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear.blogspot.com “TRUST AND OBEY!” Psalm 31:1 “In You, O Lord, I put my trust; let me never be ashamed; deliver me in Your righteousness.” We never know when or how the Lord will choose to use us. We can be going about our regular business when out of the blue a situation will arise that places us in a position to be used by the Lord. It may be an action or a word, but somehow we will know it was a divine encounter. I remember such a situation many years ago. I was shopping in a warehouse store and observed a woman with a son and daughter. I was grieved at the way the mother spoke harshly to her daughter. The girl was trying her best to help and all she received was belittlin

SUN 04.30:  MESSAGE OF THE WEEK: “THE OTHER BROTHER!” Luke 15:30 PASTOR CECIL, TUMWATER CHAPEL PASTOR CECIL A. THOMPSON TUMWATER CHAPEL MESSAGE OF THE WEEK.    Please click on the following link to listen to the message: https://tumwaterchapelofgrace. blogspot.com/ “THE OTHER BROTHER!” Luke  15:30 “ But as soon as this son of yours came, who has devoured your livelihood with harlots, you killed the fatted calf for him. ” Prayer Blessings dear hearts!    May God  richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions! - - - Pastor Cecil    

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 30, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “SOFTLY AND TENDERLY!” Revelation  3:20 “ Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me. ” This beautiful hymn was composed by Will Thompson who lived from 1847 to 1909. The words seem to capture the heart of the listener and draw us to come to Jesus. You can almost picture Jesus Himself standing patiently urging us to come to Him. He not only pleads for us to come, but he offers complete pardon to anyone and everyone who will come to Him. He offers He has paid the price and He has the authority to extend pardon to any who will come

SPECIAL MESSAGE: Pastor Cecil Good morning, Pastor Cecil!  Pastor Cecil 10:40 AM  From: Denny and Cammi Sent:  Wednesday, April 26, 2017 9:15 AM To: Daily-E-Votional Subject: Pastor Cecil Good morning, Pastor Cecil!  Three days a week, our 5-year-old granddaughter comes in the morning to stay the day with us while her daddy, a widower, goes to work. She has learned to do something quiet while I listen to the daily Bible reading. She's here now, and I just finished listening. After the reading was finished, she said "I sure like to listen to Pastor Cecil!"  Have a great day! Denny Ellis Nampa, Idaho

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL     BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 27, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com   TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “REQUIREMENTS!”  Micah 6:8    “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the  Lord  require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?” I can still recall my days in college and graduate school when I was faced with completing the required courses. It always seemed that those subjects  were the ones that were the most difficult for me. I could never figure out why the optional classes always seemed easier. There are many people in some churches today that feel they have a “right” to pick and choose which of God’s commands to follow. I find that offensive to the truth of the

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL     BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 26, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com   TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “TRANQUILITY!”  2 Corinthians  12:10     “Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then I am strong. Almost on a daily basis we hear about a storm that has devastated some area of the world. Suddenly millions are without power and even more have had their world turned upside down.   What are you encountering in your life at this time?  Do you feel as if you are being churned in the middle of a storm?  What will it take to bring peace and tranquility to your heart?    The apostle Paul experienced the storms of life. He

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL     BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 25, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com   TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “A STIFF NECK!” Psalm 75:5 “ Do not lift up your horn on high; do not speak with a stiff neck. ” What an unusual phrase ...  "a stiff neck."    In the NIV it is rendered  "an outstretched neck."  Regardless of the words used, it denotes an attitude of insolent pride. One place where insolent pride is often on display is at sporting events as we often observe the athletes with outstretched necks parading back and forth like proud peacocks.    But that is nothing compared to the picture of those arrogant boasters who, in their pride, stand opposed to God.  These people may claim to be wise, bu

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL     BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 24, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com   TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “KISS  (keep it simple sweetie) !” I Corinthians  1:27 “ But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty .” If you ever feel that you are not smart enough, or popular enough, or from the right kind of family to do God's work in an effective manner, read today's Scripture passage once again.  Who does God choose?  The foolish and the weak -- that describes me! Jesus did not teach on a theological level, yet His clear and simple teaching has confounded doctors of theology across the cen

SUN 04.23 MESSAGE OF THE WEEK:“WORDS AND ACTIONS!” PASTOR CECIL, TUMWATER CHAPEL SUN 04.23 MESSAGE OF THE WEEK:“THE LIFE!” PASTOR CECIL, TUMWATER CHAPEL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART PASTOR CECIL A. THOMPSON TUMWATER CHAPEL MESSAGE OF THE WEEK. Please click on the following link to listen to the message: tumwaterchapelofgrace.blogspot.com/ “WORDS AND ACTIONS!” Isaiah 41:10 “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Prayer Blessings dear hearts! May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions! - - - Pastor Cecil

 ​ DAILY-E-VOTIONAL  BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 21, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR, CLICK ON THIS LINK: pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear.blogspot.com  “DOES JESUS CARE?” I Peter 5:6-7 “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that He may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.”  There have been times in my life when I felt isolated and alone. When I experienced these times of spiritual drought I was prone to wonder if Jesus really cared. Even though I am usually happy and optimistic, I have felt the enemy of my soul attack. It is during these times that I rush to God’s Word for comfort. Frank E. Graeff was known as the “sunshine minister.” He had a cheery disposition, a winsome personality, spiritual optimist, and was a great friend of children. He was known to have a child-like faith. That being said, he did pass through times of deep trials. It was then tha

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 20, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY-E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “STEADFAST!” 1 Corinthians  15:58 “ Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. ” W hen the going gets tough, the tough get going!  Have you ever heard that popular expression? Do you think that is true? What about when you are not tough and confess your weakness? That is when you let go and let God be God  through  you! Sometimes people fail to act because they feel they are unqualified. The fact of the matter is that many great people are not that different from anyone else. The only difference is that they remained stea

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 19, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY-E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK:   https:// pastorcecilathompsondailye- votional.blogspot.com TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE  IN ONE YEAR , CLICK ON THIS LINK: https:// pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear. blogspot.com “CEASE FIRE!” James 4:7 “ Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. ” I served in the military and was also a police officer. In both of those professions I had training experience on the firing range. I can still hear the words ringing out loud and clear: “Ready on the right? Ready on the left? Commence firing!” After a specified period of time the command was shouted: “Cease fire!” During periods of war, combatants listened for the command to filter down that they were to “cease fire.” That meant they would no longer face the threat of enemy fire and would be heading home to family and friends. I

DAILY-E-VOTIONAL BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART Pastor Cecil A. Thompson April 18, 2017 TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THE DAILY-E-VOTIONAL, CLICK ON THIS LINK: pastorcecilathompsondailye-votional.blogspot.com TO HEAR PASTOR CECIL READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR, CLICK ON THIS LINK: pastorcecilthebibleinoneyear.blogspot.com “TRUE BEAUTY!” Proverbs 31:30 “Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.” My daughters would sometimes groan when I spoke of their mother as a Proverbs 31 woman. They would say, “Not the Proverbs 31 woman again!” But they would eventually confide that our precious Joyce fit the description. We are constantly exposed to glossy depictions of very attractive men and women modeling to promote one product or another. The implication is that if you use that particular product, you too will look like the model. Beep! Ain’t gonna happen! Many celebrities undergo multiple plastic surgeries to prolong the impr