WEDNESDAY DEALING WITH PAIN!; August 1, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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August 1, 2018

“DEALING WITH PAIN!”

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.”

Don't ever come to the place where you feel a right to have God heal you of some infirmity. A spiritual saint like Paul endured a thorn in his flesh that God chose not to heal. It was to teach Paul how be victorious over pain and suffering.

In our humanity we are eager to rush to the aid of people who are experiencing some type of pain in their life. The problem is that we sometimes fail to pray and seek God's purpose in the matter. God may be allowing individuals to endure hardship in order to bring about His glory in the midst of their pain. I know that flies in the face of some of those who want every discomfort and pain removed immediately.

Once Paul learned the secret of the thorn, he could see that the Lord's strength and power was made perfect in weakness. We may strive to be perfect and have it all put together, but remember the secret of the thorn. It is in our weakness that the Lord's strength is demonstrated.  We need to present our body to the Lord as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto Him.  This is our normal act of worship.

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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TUESDAY WALKING IN FAITH!; July 31, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 31, 2018

“WALKING IN FAITH!”

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.”

Don't panic, I know I have used this verse before. Not only that, I will use it again and again!  As a matter of fact, it was one of the first verses I ever memorized when I was a small boy in Camas, Washington. 

I am always reminded of the story of an older gentleman who called his wife such endearing names that it was very noticeable -- "Honey,"  "Sweetie,"  "Dearie,"  "Love," and such like.  A friend remarked about it and complimented the older man on the sweet names he called his wife.  The old gentleman replied, "I have to. I haven't been able to remember her name for ten years."

Jesus, in His earthly ministry, spoke often of the "Kingdom of Heaven."  In His parables He would typically begin: "The Kingdom of Heaven is like ....." As we think of God's wonderful Kingdom, there are two elements:  The here and now, and the future glory awaiting us.  It is the present reality and the future hope. Our challenge and purpose should always be to walk by faith in God and live according to His word.WALKING IN FAITH!

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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MONDAY REQUIREMENTS!; July 30, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

MONDAY  REQUIREMENTS!; July 30, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 30, 2018

“REQUIREMENTS!”

Micah 6:8

"He has showed you, O man, what is good.  And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."

I am reminded of the little Tweety Bird Prayer that someone sent me. Tweety Bird has a halo over his head, looking very angelic. Here is his prayer: "I want to thank you, Lord, for being close to me so far this day. With your help, I haven't been impatient, lost my temper, grumpy, judgmental, or envious of anyone. But, I will be getting out of bed in a minute, and I think I'll really need your help then. Amen."

If we pray and ask for His guidance, like the Tweety Bird prayer, He will give it to us. It is there in our hearts and minds. These are not mere suggestions, but are God's requirements:

Fear the Lord -- This is a reverential respect and honoring Him as the Lord of all.

Walk in His ways -- Not as the world says or does, but do what God would have you do.

Walk humbly -- God hates pride and self-sufficiency - in all your ways acknowledge Him.

Serve Him -- Become a slave because of your love of the Lord.

Act Justly -- Do what is right and just, even when others are out for their own thing.

Love Mercy -- Love the world with the mercy that Christ has shown to you.

Obey His Commands -- You can't obey them if you don't know them. Search, find, then obey.

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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SUNDAY JULY 29th: One Year Bible Reading and MESSAGE “SMALL BUT SIGNIFICANT!” DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

SUNDAY JULY 29th: One Year Bible Reading and MESSAGE “SMALL BUT SIGNIFICANT!”  DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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This is Pastor Cecil A. Thompson and this is the One Year Bible Reading and message for July 29^th

2 Chronicles 24:1-25:28

Romans 12:1-21

Psalm 22:19-31

Proverbs 20:8-10

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“SMALL BUT SIGNIFICANT!” 

James 3:4-5 

“Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things.”

Prayer

Blessings dear hearts!  

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

- - - Pastor Cecil 

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SATURDAY JULY 28th: One Year Bible Reading and MESSAGE “NOT A FRAIDY CAT!” Isaiah 41:10 DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

SATURDAY JULY 28th: One Year Bible Reading and MESSAGE “NOT A FRAIDY CAT!” Isaiah 41:10  DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

July 28, 2018

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This is Pastor Cecil A. Thompson and this is the One Year Bible Reading and message for July 28^th

2 Chronicles 21:1-23:21

Romans 11:13-36

Psalm 22:1-18

Proverbs 20:7

PASTOR CECIL A. THOMPSON TUMWATER CHAPEL MESSAGE OF THE WEEK.

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“NOT A FRAIDY CAT!” 

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 

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FRIDAY HIDING IN THEE; July 27, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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July 27, 2018

“HIDING IN THEE!”

Psalm 18:2

“The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”

We are told that the persecution of believers around the world is increasing. Many are tortured for their faith and some killed. It has been estimated that there are over 100,000 deaths each year at the hands of the enemies of the cross. 

Ira Sankey was a singer and song writer who ministered alongside evangelist D. L. Moody. He had experienced an extended time of trial and tears in his own personal life. It was during this time of agonizing prayer that the song Hiding In Thee was born. I am so thankful that the Lord heard and answered his prayer. It has ministered to many people across the years.  

About twenty years after Sankey wrote his beautiful piece, Sergei Rachmaninoff was experiencing many problems in his life. He had a mental block, could not write, and felt useless. After several years of emptiness he broke out of his doldrums and composed his Second Piano Concerto. It is a joy to feature a blending of both works this week. ENJOY!

Hiding in Thee

O safe to the Rock that is higher than I,
My soul in its conflicts and sorrows would fly;
So sinful, so weary, Thine, Thine, would I be;
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I'm hiding in Thee.

Refrain: Hiding in Thee, hiding in Thee,
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I’m hiding in Thee.

In the calm of the noontide, in sorrow's lone hour,
In times when temptation casts o'er me its power,
In the tempests of life, on its wide, heaving sea,
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I'm hiding in Thee.

Refrain: Hiding in Thee, hiding in Thee,
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I’m hiding in Thee.

How oft in the conflict, when pressed by the foe,
I have fled to my refuge and breathed out my woe;
How often, when trials like sea billows roll,
Have I hidden in Thee, O Thou Rock of my soul.

Refrain: Hiding in Thee, hiding in Thee,
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I’m hiding in Thee.

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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THURSDAY WHEN; July 26, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 26, 2018

“WHEN!”

Matthew 24:3  

“As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. ‘Tell us,’ they said, ‘when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?’”

Something that has never happened before will one day happen. The rapture of the saints is something the faithful have been anticipating since Jesus ascended to His Father. We have no idea when it will occur, but it could happen any time.

It is sad that there are many who are quick to quote a single verse from this 24th chapter of Matthew and then look smug, as if their grasp of Scripture had ended all conversation.  The verse I am referring to is verse 36, "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."

The truth is that here in Matthew 24, Jesus gives His disciples a precise picture of the end times:

"For many will come in My name, claiming, 'I am the Christ,' and will deceive many.’" "You will hear of wars and rumors of wars""Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom." "There will be famines and earthquakes in various places." "- -you will be hated by all nations because of Me." "At that time many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other." "Many false prophets will appear and deceive many people." "Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold." "And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations." "Now learn this lesson from the fig tree (the restored nation of Israel): As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near.”

These verses give a graphic description as to what conditions will be just before His return.  As far as I can see, all of these things are descriptive of our day and age.

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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WEDNESDAY THE PLACE OF REST; July 25, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 25, 2018

“THE PLACE OF REST!”

Matthew 11:29  

“Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

If I were to ask you to close your eyes and imagine the most restful scene, what would you see in your mind’s eye? A beautiful beach, a tranquil lake with a mountain view, or perhaps simply a rocking chair?

That is not the scene pictured for us in today’s Scripture. The one burdened with a load of care is the one called upon to take up the yoke of Christ. It seems that taking on more responsibility would be the least desirable thing to do.

Years ago I attended a conference and heard a pastor share that they never sought out volunteers who had no other responsibilities. The ones that could be relied upon were those who were the busiest. They chose to go with the goers!

If you want to find a rest for your soul, please do not escape spiritual retirement. Get in yoke with the Savior and find the place of rest that will fill your soul with peace and rest.

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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TUESDAY CONFORMITY; July 24, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 24, 2018

“CONFORMITY!”

Daniel 1:8  

“But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way.”

You can view photographs of crowds from past eras and notice that everyone appears to be dressed pretty much the same. They conform themselves to the styles of those they spend time with. No big deal -- right?!

While conforming to the clothing styles of the time (within the limits of propriety) may be acceptable, conforming to the sinful practices is not. There comes a time of personal decision making where our walk with the Lord and conforming to His righteousness overrules being like everyone else.

This does not mean we will be popular with those around us. In fact we may be forced to spend time alone. I have experienced this many times in my own life. The thing I have discovered is that it is during these forced alone times that the Lord has seemed the closest to me.

I think it is past time for the people of God to draw a line in the sands of popular opinion and do the right thing. Stop conforming to the world and be transformed into the spiritual servant God wants you to become (Romans 12:2).

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

- - Pastor Cecil   

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MONDAY NO ANGEL; July 23, Pastor Cecil A. Thompson, DAILY-E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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July 23, 2018

“NO ANGEL!”

Matthew 16:27  

“For the Son of Man is going to come in His Father's glory with His angels, and then He will reward each person according to what they have done.”

Occasionally we hear statements from well-meaning but biblically uninformed people that we become angels after we die. That is more Hollywood theology than biblical truth. In fact we read in 1 Corinthians 6:3 that in eternity we will judge angels.  

The Scriptures wonderfully assure us that the Lord is going to reward those who have had their names written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. That means we have been born again by God’s grace and our faith in the completed work of Jesus Christ.

Please understand that we do not sprout "angel’s wings" because of acts of righteousness. In fact, we are told that all have sinned and fall short of the gospel of Christ. The only thing that qualifies us for heaven is what Jesus has done, not what we have done or not done!

Here is the critical question: Are you bringing false comfort in presenting eternal life? Are you faithful in explaining the one and only way to heaven? The next time someone mentions becoming an angel, just ask them to show you where it says that in the Bible. It will get very quiet!

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

- - Pastor Cecil   

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