​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: “CHOOSE GOD’S WAY!” Joshua 24:15

CHOOSE GOD’S WAY​!

Joshua 24:15 – Devotional

Joshua 24:15

“And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.“

When we go to an eating establishment we are faced with many appealing choices. We may know that whatever we chose will be delicious, but would it be good for us? Ah! That’s a different story isn’t it?

From time to time we all are called upon to make choices. As a matter of fact, we are faced with choices each and every day. Some of these choices are relatively insignificant (such as what to order off a restaurant menu), while others could be life changing.

The Israelites had seen the powerful hand of the Lord as He led them from their bondage in Egypt to go and possess the Promised Land. You would think that they would never want to turn their back on God, but they did! Why? Because they yielded to the temptation of Satan!

I have no idea what temptation you are facing right now in your life, but I urge you to make the right choice and, like Joshua, choose to serve the Lord!

Blessings dear hearts! Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: “WHAT GOD BLESSES!” 1 Corinthians 1:27

WHAT GOD BLESSES​!

1 Corinthians 1:27 – Devotional

1 Corinthians 1:27

“God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and He has chosen the weak things of the world to shame 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 centuries. He was the creator of the world, yet His ministry was extremely simple.

He did not intend for people to be mentally brilliant in order to know Him personally. It was and always has been this simple: Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so.

We should never demean one another with words that insult. Rather, we should always encourage each other with words that convey love and respect! Look for the good in others and always encourage others by telling them you notice what they are doing.

Blessings dear hearts! Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: THE LORD’S DELIVERANCE! 2 Chronicles 20:17

THE LORD’S DELIVERANCE​​​​!

2 Chronicles 20:17 – Devotional

2 Chronicles 20:17

“You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you.“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “The Lord’s Deliverance!” by clicking above on the play button.

Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: “WELCOME THE LITTLE ONES!” Matthew 19:14

WELCOME THE LITTLE ONES​​​​!

Matthew 19:14 – Devotional

Matthew 19:14

“But Jesus said, ‘Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto Me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.’“

Listen to today’s Message of the Week, “Welcome the Little Ones!” by clicking above on the play button.

Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST​! Psalm 90:1-2

O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST​!

Psalm 90:1-2 – Devotional

Psalm 90:1-2

“Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.“

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This week’s hymn by Isaac Watts is a paraphrase of Psalm 90. It originally consisted of nine stanzas. In present day usage, however, the hymn is usually limited to stanzas; one, two, three, five, and nine.

The hymn was originally part of  The Psalms of David Imitated in the language of the New Testament, published by Watts in 1719.

It has often been sung for special occasions in England. For instance it was sung in 1941, at a religious service on board HMS Prince of Wales, attended by Sir Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt as part of the conference creating the Atlantic Charter. It was also sung at the funeral service for Winston Churchill in 1965.

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O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST

O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home.

Under the shadow of Thy throne
Thy saints have dwelt secure;
Sufficient is Thine arm alone,
And our defense is sure.

Before the hills in order stood,
Or earth received her frame,
From everlasting Thou art God,
To endless years the same.

A thousand ages in Thy sight
Are like an evening gone;
Short as the watch that ends the night
Before the rising sun.

The busy tribes of flesh and blood,
With all their lives and cares,
Are carried downwards by the flood,
And lost in following years.

O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Be Thou our guide while troubles last,
And our eternal home.

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You can enjoy this week’s free inspirational video from Gloryscapes.com. To access “O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST”, please go to: https://gloryscapes.com/ogodourhelpinagespast/

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: “BLESS THE LORD ALWAYS!” Matthew 24:35

BLESS THE LORD ALWAYS!

Matthew 24:35 – Devotional

Matthew 24:35

“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.“

In my mind’s eye I recall our family gathered around the dinner table. All three kids are still at home and we are enjoying a sweet time of sharing. Across the table from me is Joyce, my precious wife. To her right is our oldest daughter, Brenda. Next to Brenda and to my right is our youngest daughter, Lori. On my left and to the right of Joyce is our son, Dan. It is a wonderful picture … but it did not last.

In the blink of an eye it seems, the kids marry and leave home. Grandbabies are born and illness takes many loved ones. My daughter-in-law’s father, Dave Shenk went to be with the Lord a few hours ago. Those loved ones who know the Lord have soared into Paradise. We will never be able to sit around the table with them on this earth, but oh how we look forward to that day when we will see all of our loved ones. More than that, we will see the Savior who loved us enough to die for us.

C.T. Studd lived from 1860 to 1931. He composed a poem that is now so familiar that many think it is a part of scripture. Here is a verse from that poem:

“Only one life, ’twill soon be past, Only what’s done for Christ will last. And when I am dying, how happy I’ll be, If the lamp of my life has been burned out for Thee.” 

That is the moment in time I fervently anticipate! What a day that will be!

Blessings dear hearts! Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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​PASTOR CECIL · Pastor Cecil's Devotional: “HEAVENLY HELP!” Psalm 121:2

HEAVENLY HELP!

Psalm 121:2 – Devotional

Psalm 121:2

“My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.“

One of my first tasks in the early morning hours is to take my little dog, Lady Belle, outside to do her doggy duty. I always enjoy staring into the heavens and admiring the beauty of God’s mighty handiwork.

As I contemplate on the mighty work of God in creation, I am awed by the reality that such a mighty and all powerful God would demonstrate such heavenly help to come into this world and shed His precious blood that would cleanse my sin!

All around us we observe people who exert all of their effort to achieve frivolous goals that melt away faster than an ice cream cone on a hot summer day. They go from thing to thing or person to person trying to find satisfaction, but fail!

The precious Word of God is our never failing help that God sends us from His home in heaven. He desires for us to receive His heavenly help and then in turn share it with those around us. This glorious privilege is one of the greatest of the many blessings God has given us. Take freely of His Heavenly Help!

Blessings dear hearts! Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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