MESSAGE OF THE WEEK SUNDAY MARCH 31st, GET DRESSED!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL

MESSAGE OF THE WEEK SUNDAY MARCH 31st, GET DRESSED!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL
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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

March 31, 2019

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This is Pastor Cecil A. Thompson and this is the One Year Bible Reading and message for March 31st

 Deuteronomy 16:1-17:20

  Luke 9:7-27

Psalm 72:1-20

Proverbs 12:8-9

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“GET DRESSED!” 

Colossians 3:12-13

“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering;bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.”

Prayer

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

- - - Pastor Cecil 

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MESSAGE, SATURDAY MARCH 30th, “SECONDS!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL

MESSAGE, SATURDAY MARCH 30th, “SECONDS!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

March 30, 2019

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This is Pastor Cecil A. Thompson and this is the One Year Bible Reading and message for March 30^th

 Deuteronomy 13:1-15:23

  Luke 8:40-9:6

Psalm 71:1-24

Proverbs 12:5-7

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“SECONDS!” 

Matthew 14:20-21

“So they all ate and were filled, and they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments that remained.  Now those who had eaten were about five thousand men, besides women and children.”

Prayer

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

- - - Pastor Cecil 

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FRIDAY, MARCH 29th, “AT THE CROSS!”; PASTOR A CECIL, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 29, 2019

“AT THE CROSS!”

Hebrews 12:1-2

“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnaresus, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

This week’s hymn was written over 300 years ago by Isaac Watts. It would be impossible to fully know the number of lives it has touched since he wrote it. One of those lives was the blind hymn writer, Fanny J. Crosby. In the autumn of 1850 re­viv­al meet­ings were be­ing held in the Thir­ti­eth Street Meth­od­ist Church in New York Ci­ty.

Fanny and some of her friends attended each night and she craved for spiritual joy, but could not find it. On the evening of No­vem­ber 20, 1850, it seemed to her that the light must in­deed come then or ne­ver. A­fter a prayer was of­fered, they be­gan to sing this hymn. When they sang “Here Lord, I give my­self away,” her soul was flood­ed with a ce­les­ti­al light. She realized what her problem had been. She real­ized that she had been try­ing to hold the world in one hand and the Lord in the other.

AT THE CROSS

1.  Alas! and did my Savior bleed, And did my Sovereign die?
Would He devote that sacred head, For sinners such as I?

Refrain: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, It was there by faith I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!

 2.  Was it for crimes that I had done, He groaned upon the tree?
Amazing pity! grace unknown! And love beyond degree! 

 Refrain: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, It was there by faith I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!

3.  Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut his glories in,
When Christ, the mighty Maker died, For man the creature’s sin.   

Refrain: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, It was there by faith I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!

4.  But drops of grief can ne’er repay, The debt of love I owe:
Here, Lord, I give myself away, ‘Tis all that I can do.  

Refrain: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, It was there by faith I received my sight,
And now I am happy all the day!

Are you like Fanny Crosby—looking for joy to fill your soul? Her answer is our answer— Here, Lord, I give myself away, ’Tis all that I can do.

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

- - Pastor Cecil   

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THURSDAY MARCH 28TH, DO NOT COVET!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 28, 2019

“DO NOT COVET!”

Exodus 20:17

“You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, nor his male servant, nor his female servant, nor his ox, nor his donkey, nor anything that is your neighbor’s.”

You will notice that the tenth commandment is the one that deals with wanting something that belongs to someone else.  It does not matter if it is cash, computer, or car - - some people see it, covet it, and try to get their hands on it.

In Joshua chapter 7 we read the tragic saga of a man named Achan, who kept plunder from Jericho in direct violation of what God had commanded. When his sin was revealed he finally confessed that he had seen these wonderful items (a garment, silver, and gold) and had desired them, took them, then buried them. He and his family paid the ultimate price.

Years later we read how King David peered over the walls of his palatial home, saw Bathsheba bathing, lusted for her, took her into his bed, then tried to hide his sin by arranging for her husband, Uriah, to be killed in battle. 

How are we to deal with this tendency to covet and thus violate the tenth commandment? Paul gives us the answer in Philippians 4:12-13; “I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” ALWAYS OBEY THE LORD!

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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WEDNESDAY MARCH 27th, BE AN OVERCOMER; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY EVOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 27, 2019

“BE AN OVERCOMER!”

Romans 12:21

“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

As we observe the world around us we can become overcome or we can be an overcomer. The difference is worlds apart. If we allow the rottenness to overcome us we will increasingly withdraw from the battle of sharing the light of Jesus Christ to a sin-sick and dark world.

I never thought I would live to see the day when good is proclaimed to be evil and evil is proclaimed to be good -- but it is happening! People are concerned about allowing sin to have unchallenged freedom at the expense of the unchanging Word of God.

Families and communities have been devastated by the consequences of sinful activities, but many try to silence the voice of God. It is depressing, and if we are not cautious it will cause us to allow depression to silence the truth.

In today’s Scripture we are told that we are not to allow the rottenness of sin to overcome us. That means to give ourselves an attitude adjustment. Instead of allowing ourselves to crawl in a corner and sob, we are to overcome the evil we see by doing good. That means shining bright for Jesus in thought, word, and deed! Are you being overcome by evil or are you overcoming by doing good? I challenge you to do good and become an OVERCOMER!

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

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TUESDAY, MARCH 26th, “WHAT REALLY MATTERS”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 26, 2019

“WHAT REALLY MATTERS?”

Philippians 3:7

“But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ.”

There are many burial sites in Egypt left by the former mighty rulers of that ancient nation. Most of these self-proclaimed gods or goddesses wanted to be buried with masses of gold and precious stones that was meant to provide for their afterlife. In the majority of cases, however, tomb robbers discovered the burial sites and plundered everything of value.

We may shake our heads at the foolish idea that we can take anything with us when we depart this life. In Job 1:21 that righteous man gives us wonderful words of wisdom: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return there.”

Jesus shared the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, and we see that the rich man had absolutely nothing of this world’s goods with him -- not even a drop of cool water. That should warn us against relying on the things of this world.

What should really capture our efforts are the things that will last for eternity. The more we devote ourselves to the things of God, the more we will find the love and joy He promises to His children that He cherishes. That is what really matters!

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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MONDAY MARCH 25th, “DON’T FEED THE BEARS!” ; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E - VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 25, 2019

“DON’T FEED THE BEARS!”

1 Peter 5:8-9

“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.”

Years ago I read about a naturalist who spent several seasons living among and studying grizzly bears. They seemed to be very friendly since he had known many of them since they were just cubs.

One year his support plane arrived to take him out after his time spent with his friendly bears. They only found scraps of his clothing left. His "friends" had consumed him!

Over the years I have counseled many people who played around with tempting situations, believing that they could only go to a point and then stop just before things went too far. Unfortunately, they would cry their eyes out when the situation got out of hand and the consequences of sin demanded payment.

I pray that you who are reading this are not playing with dangers that may one day consume you. If you are, I beg you to immediately get away to a place of safety. That place is in the arms of our Savior who died to rescue us from the jaws of the enemy. Confess your sin and turn back to Him. He is waiting to welcome you!

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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MESSAGE, SATURDAY MARCH 23rd, WE ARE NO ACCIDENT; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

MESSAGE, SATURDAY MARCH 23rd, WE ARE NO ACCIDENT; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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MARCH 23, 2019

“WE ARE NO ACCIDENT!”

Psalm 19:14

“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.”

When I was in high school I worked with my dad and brother in building a house. Sometimes I made glaring mistakes. I remember one such incident when my dad quipped, "Honestly, Son, sometimes I wonder why you were ever born!" I just grinned and sassily replied, "Well Dad, accidents happen!" He was quick to chastise my remark and assure me that I had certainly been no accident. I deeply regretted my sassy retort and never asked him to explain!

As a matter of fact, none of us are here by accident!  I am firmly convinced that God has a plan and purpose for each one of us. We may not have the same talents, gifts, or opportunities, but we have a unique purpose that God has designed for us.

I am struck by the reality that God is never surprised about where we are and what is happening around us. He is in complete control and has us there for a purpose. HIS PURPOSE!

I love the idea that each and every one of us has a course that is set out before us. We have not been this way before and the way may seem unfamiliar to us, but thank God, He goes before us and has set the course. All we have to do is keep our eyes on Him and follow. “For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, O Lord, You know it altogether. You have hedged me behind and before, and laid Your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high, I cannot attain it.”Psalm 139:4-6  

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

  

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FRIDAY, MARCH 22nd, “BLESSED ASSURANCE!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 22, 2019

“BLESSED ASSURANCE!”

Hebrews 10:22

“Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.”

Those of us who have said farewell to beloved family and friends know and experience the pangs of separation. The pain of separation is eased with the assurance that there is a bright tomorrow waiting for us when we will be united with those who have died in the Lord.

Fanny J. Crosby was visiting the home of a friend, Phoebe Knapp. Phoebe was playing a new melody she had just composed and mentioned to Fanny that she called it Assurance. Fanny responded, “Blessed Assurance.” 

Fanny returned home and quickly penned the words to the hymn that has become such a favorite since it was published way back in 1873. It is just as much a blessed assurance today as it was back then.

BLESSED ASSURANCE

(1) Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine!

     O what a foretaste of glory divine!
     Heir of salvation, purchase of God,

     Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.

Refrain:
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long;
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long.

(2) Perfect submission, perfect delight!

     Visions of rapture now burst on my sight;
     Angels descending bring from above,

     Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.

Refrain:
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long;
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long.

(3) Perfect submission, all is at rest!

      I in my Savior am happy and blest,
     Watching and waiting, looking above,

     Filled with His goodness, lost in His love.

Refrain:
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long;
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long.

Enjoy this free inspirational video of, “Blessed Assurance” by going to: http://www.gloryscapes.com/blessedassurance/

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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THURSDAY MARCH 21st, “UNDER AUTHORITY!”; PASTOR CECIL A THOMPSON, DAILY E-VOTIONAL

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Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

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March 21, 2019

“UNDER AUTHORITY!”

Luke 2:51

“Then He went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them, but His mother kept all these things in her heart.”

Years ago I worked for Judge Ben Riordan, an unforgettable character who served as the Juvenile Court Judge in our county. As I was the only Juvenile Probation Officer in our jurisdiction, Judge Riordan and I worked in close contact.

The Judge once shared with me about the problem one of his sons had in coming under parental authority. While the boy was a teenager he secured a job and began to earn his own money. Feeling independent, he more and more resisted the established rules of the house and became increasingly disrespectful.

To deal with the problem, Judge Ben explained to his rebellious son that since he was earning his own money he could now buy his own food. That meant that he would not be allowed to eat at home with the family until he changed his attitude and came under the authority of his parents. For about two weeks the boy ate away from home, but soon learned that much of his salary was going to pay for his meager meals. He finally made his apologies and was once again restored to the good graces of the family.

Sometimes we get away from God’s authority and feel that we are able to make it on our own. How foolish! It does not work that way and continued rebellion makes us miserable to ourselves and others. It is time to come home and make the Lord the leader of our life.

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

- - - Pastor Cecil

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