Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita - God's Dynamite

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Listen to Pastor Eric's Latest Message Online    God's Dynamite                                           Today's Devotional Reading: Ezra 2-3; Lk. 8    CLICK on the Scripture above to link into your daily reading plan. September 25, 2013 By reading the scripture above each day you will read the Old Testament through in one year and the New Testament through twice in a year. This will change your life. Start Today!   TODAY'S SCRIPTURE     "Christ didn't send me to baptize, but to preach the Good News-and not with clever speeches and high-sounding ideas, for fear that the cross of Christ would lose its power." (1 Corinthians 1:17) TODAY'S WORD    , there is explosive power in the message of the gospel, because Paul says, "It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes . . ." (Romans 1:16). The word "power" that Paul used in this verse originates from the Greek word, dunamis. It is the same word Jesus used in Acts 1:8: " 'But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power [dunamis] and will tell people about me everywhere'. . . ." The English words "dynamic," "dynamo," and "dynamite" also have been translated from this word, dunamis. Paul was saying that the very message of the gospel is the dynamite of God. It is the dynamic of God. We often underestimate the raw power of the gospel in reaching even the most hardened heart. We think we need to add to it, gloss it over, or even complicate it. But there is distinct power in the simple message of the life, words, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Don't underestimate its appeal. Don't be ashamed of its simplicity. Don't add to it or take away from it. Just proclaim it, and then stand back and watch what God will do. As Paul said, "I know very well how foolish the message of the cross sounds to those who are on the road to destruction. But we who are being saved recognize this message as the very power of God" (1 Corinthians 1:18). The gospel is a simple message, one that we in the church have heard time and time again. But we should never underestimate its power. A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY    Father, thank You for Your Word which causes my faith to grow. I open my heart to You and invite You to have Your way in my life. Show me Your goodness and faithfulness as I put my trust in You in Jesus' name. Amen. , we really do love you and we pray God's Blessing in your life! Pastor Eric & Rita Sign a Friend up to Receive These Daily Devotionals ************* Email:   For Email Marketing you can trust Do you want to book Pastor Eric to speak at your event or teach a Biblical Entrepreneurship class? Call 877.916.1180 to book your event. Pastor Eric is now working closer with the Nehemiah Project. Click below to find out more info.            Check Out Our Mission-Based Hotel in Kalispell Montana Pastor Eric & Rita Bahme - PO Box 20729 - Portland Oregon 972794 - Ph 503-296-4900 ext. 426

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