Overcoming Obstacles to Victory
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 37,38; 1 Cor 12
November 12, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"My heart pounds as I think of this. It trembles within me.
Listen carefully to the thunder of God's voice as it rolls from his mouth.. " (Job 37:1-2 NLT)
TODAY'S WORD
God is always giving you opportunities to move forward in life. It's time to listen carefully to the voice of God in your life. It is God's desire that you grow and reach your full potential. Anytime you take a step forward, the enemy will try to bring opposition and adversity against you. But God also promises that through Him, you can overcome any opposition the enemy brings your way. God is about to let Job know how big He really is.
When you step out in faith and the opposition comes, stand your ground and keep doing what you know to do. Keep on praying. Keep reading the Word. Keep going to church. Keep walking in love and forgiveness, and keep your heart tender. When the enemy sees that you are more determined than he is, he'll back down and you will move forward to new levels of victory! Stay focused and full of joy no matter what comes against you. As you do, you will overcome opposition and discover a whole new world in you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I will be the steadfast Christian You called me to be with the help of prayer, Bible study, and Christian fellowship. I have faith that I will overcome whatever comes my way. In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita -- Fight the Good Fight
Fight the Good Fight
Today's Devotional Reading: Psalm 122; 1 Cor 9-11
November 11, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize. " (1 Cor 9:27 NIV)
TODAY'S WORD
Anyone can be obedient, keep a good attitude and stay full of joy when things are going well. But what kind of attitude do you have when times get tough and things don't go your way? Will you stay faithful and keep pressing on even when it seems you're making no progress? Will you bring your will and your body into subjection?
Sometimes God allows trials to test us, to refine and purify our faith. Remember - anyone can quit. Anyone can complain. But God is looking for people who will persevere until the very end. Stand strong and fight the good fight of faith. When you do you live a life of abundance and you will be a victor in life!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I have what it takes to overcome adversity and arise victorious! I know You will never disappoint me and will be present in troubled times. I am determined to have an attitude of gratitude no matter what I face. In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Today's Devotional Reading: Psalm 122; 1 Cor 9-11
November 11, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize. " (1 Cor 9:27 NIV)
TODAY'S WORD
Anyone can be obedient, keep a good attitude and stay full of joy when things are going well. But what kind of attitude do you have when times get tough and things don't go your way? Will you stay faithful and keep pressing on even when it seems you're making no progress? Will you bring your will and your body into subjection?
Sometimes God allows trials to test us, to refine and purify our faith. Remember - anyone can quit. Anyone can complain. But God is looking for people who will persevere until the very end. Stand strong and fight the good fight of faith. When you do you live a life of abundance and you will be a victor in life!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I have what it takes to overcome adversity and arise victorious! I know You will never disappoint me and will be present in troubled times. I am determined to have an attitude of gratitude no matter what I face. In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Daily Devotion From Pastor Eric & Rita -- God's Peace Is In You!
God's Peace is in You!
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 35,36; 1 Cor 7-8
November 10, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"Yes, each of you should remain as you were when God called you. Are you a slave? Don't let that worry you-but if you get a chance to be free, take it. And remember, if you were a slave when the Lord called you, you are now free in the Lord. And if you were free when the Lord called you, you are now a slave of Christ. God paid a high price for you, so don't be enslaved by the world." (I Corinthians 7:20-23)
TODAY'S WORD
Jesus said in John 14:27, "I'm leaving you My peace. I'm giving it unto you." The Amplified version says, "Now stop allowing yourself to be agitated and disturbed. And do not permit yourselves to become unsettled." God has done His part to give you His peace. As a child of God, His peace is on the inside of you right now. You've got to do your part and make the decision to live in peace.
When negative circumstances arise, and you make the choice to stay calm and live in peace, you are showing that you have faith and trust in God. You are saying, "God, I know that You are in control, I know that You're going to see me through. I know that no weapon formed against me is going to prosper." Today, choose to keep peace in your life. When you cast your burdens on Him, He promises to sustain you-that's a place of true peace, a place of lasting power!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, what an amazing discovery to find that Your perfect peace is within me! I trust You and will tap into that peace when life tries to steal it away. Thank you for giving me power over negative attitudes! In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 35,36; 1 Cor 7-8
November 10, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"Yes, each of you should remain as you were when God called you. Are you a slave? Don't let that worry you-but if you get a chance to be free, take it. And remember, if you were a slave when the Lord called you, you are now free in the Lord. And if you were free when the Lord called you, you are now a slave of Christ. God paid a high price for you, so don't be enslaved by the world." (I Corinthians 7:20-23)
TODAY'S WORD
Jesus said in John 14:27, "I'm leaving you My peace. I'm giving it unto you." The Amplified version says, "Now stop allowing yourself to be agitated and disturbed. And do not permit yourselves to become unsettled." God has done His part to give you His peace. As a child of God, His peace is on the inside of you right now. You've got to do your part and make the decision to live in peace.
When negative circumstances arise, and you make the choice to stay calm and live in peace, you are showing that you have faith and trust in God. You are saying, "God, I know that You are in control, I know that You're going to see me through. I know that no weapon formed against me is going to prosper." Today, choose to keep peace in your life. When you cast your burdens on Him, He promises to sustain you-that's a place of true peace, a place of lasting power!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, what an amazing discovery to find that Your perfect peace is within me! I trust You and will tap into that peace when life tries to steal it away. Thank you for giving me power over negative attitudes! In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Monday, November 9, 2009
Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita -- God Loves Your Uniqueness!
God Loves Your Uniqueness!
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 34; 1 Cor. 4-6
November 9, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself." (I Corinthians 4:3)
TODAY'S WORD
You are anointed to be the person God has called you to be! The enemy may try to make you think you have to conform to the opinions of others, but if you are secure in who God made you, you can resist those outside demands and pressures that try to mold you into something you're not. Don't rely on the opinions and approval of others. Don't let them steal your unique creativity. God made each of us with a different purpose. As you continue to grow in your relationship with the Lord, through prayer, worship, and fellowship, you will gain confidence in the Lord that will free you from the opinions of man, and allow you to be who God called you to be!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I want to live for your approval alone. I need to feel your strength when I feel tempted to change who I am to conform to this world. Please help me to remember that You love me just the way I am! In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 34; 1 Cor. 4-6
November 9, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself." (I Corinthians 4:3)
TODAY'S WORD
You are anointed to be the person God has called you to be! The enemy may try to make you think you have to conform to the opinions of others, but if you are secure in who God made you, you can resist those outside demands and pressures that try to mold you into something you're not. Don't rely on the opinions and approval of others. Don't let them steal your unique creativity. God made each of us with a different purpose. As you continue to grow in your relationship with the Lord, through prayer, worship, and fellowship, you will gain confidence in the Lord that will free you from the opinions of man, and allow you to be who God called you to be!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I want to live for your approval alone. I need to feel your strength when I feel tempted to change who I am to conform to this world. Please help me to remember that You love me just the way I am! In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita -- The Best Is Yet To Come!
The Best Is Yet to Come
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 33; 1 Cor. 1-3
November 8, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"No man has ever seen, heard, or even imagined the wonderful things God has in store for those who love the Lord." (I Corinthians 2:9)
TODAY'S WORD
No matter where you are in life right now, God has much more in store for you. God wants to increase you. He wants to give you more wisdom so you can make better decisions. He wants to give you a stronger anointing so you can have greater influence. He wants you to prosper financially so you can be a blessing to others. Don't get stuck in that old rut where you just get up and go to work, come home, go to bed, and then do it all again. That's not all there is to life. God has new frontiers for you to explore and higher mountains to climb! We can tell you with great confidence that your best days are right out in front of you.
Proverbs says, "The path of the righteous gets brighter and brighter and brighter." If you're going to start experiencing these new victories, you must do your part and start thinking the way God thinks. Think big! Think expansive! Think increase! Start expecting the unexpected!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, sometimes the busyness of life consumes me and I forget the important things. Increase me and give me higher mountains to climb! I want to be all you've created me to be and I am ready to experience the wonderful things you have in store for me! In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
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Today's Devotional Reading: Job 33; 1 Cor. 1-3
November 8, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"No man has ever seen, heard, or even imagined the wonderful things God has in store for those who love the Lord." (I Corinthians 2:9)
TODAY'S WORD
No matter where you are in life right now, God has much more in store for you. God wants to increase you. He wants to give you more wisdom so you can make better decisions. He wants to give you a stronger anointing so you can have greater influence. He wants you to prosper financially so you can be a blessing to others. Don't get stuck in that old rut where you just get up and go to work, come home, go to bed, and then do it all again. That's not all there is to life. God has new frontiers for you to explore and higher mountains to climb! We can tell you with great confidence that your best days are right out in front of you.
Proverbs says, "The path of the righteous gets brighter and brighter and brighter." If you're going to start experiencing these new victories, you must do your part and start thinking the way God thinks. Think big! Think expansive! Think increase! Start expecting the unexpected!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, sometimes the busyness of life consumes me and I forget the important things. Increase me and give me higher mountains to climb! I want to be all you've created me to be and I am ready to experience the wonderful things you have in store for me! In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita -- Get Your Hopes Up!
Get Your Hopes Up!
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 31,32; Gal 5,6
November 7, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"But by faith we eagerly await through the Spirit the righteousness for which we hope." Galatians 5:5
TODAY'S WORD
What are you expecting in life-good things? Bad things? Big things? Little things? Anything at all? God wants you to get your hopes up! The Bible says, "Faith is the substance of things hoped for." One definition of hope is confident expectancy. Did you know you can't even have faith if you don't first have hope?
Your expectations set the limits for your life. If you never expect anything good, you're never going to receive anything good. If you don't expect things to get better, then nothing will get better. God promises to meet you at your level of expectancy. That's why Jesus said in Matthew 9:29: "According to your faith be it done unto you." One translation simply says: "Have what your faith expects."
Make the decision to expect the favor of God in your life! Start expecting to overcome every challenge you face! Start expecting God to meet all of your needs! Live every day of your life filled with anticipation that God is going to bless you exceedingly, abundantly above and beyond your wildest dreams! Think increase! Start expecting the unexpected!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I want to grow in my faith this year. I believe that You want the best for me. Help me learn to expect to be blessed and to face challenges with the confidence that You will see me through. In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 31,32; Gal 5,6
November 7, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"But by faith we eagerly await through the Spirit the righteousness for which we hope." Galatians 5:5
TODAY'S WORD
What are you expecting in life-good things? Bad things? Big things? Little things? Anything at all? God wants you to get your hopes up! The Bible says, "Faith is the substance of things hoped for." One definition of hope is confident expectancy. Did you know you can't even have faith if you don't first have hope?
Your expectations set the limits for your life. If you never expect anything good, you're never going to receive anything good. If you don't expect things to get better, then nothing will get better. God promises to meet you at your level of expectancy. That's why Jesus said in Matthew 9:29: "According to your faith be it done unto you." One translation simply says: "Have what your faith expects."
Make the decision to expect the favor of God in your life! Start expecting to overcome every challenge you face! Start expecting God to meet all of your needs! Live every day of your life filled with anticipation that God is going to bless you exceedingly, abundantly above and beyond your wildest dreams! Think increase! Start expecting the unexpected!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I want to grow in my faith this year. I believe that You want the best for me. Help me learn to expect to be blessed and to face challenges with the confidence that You will see me through. In Jesus' name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Friday, November 6, 2009
Daily Devotion from Pastor Eric & Rita - God Honors Those Who Persevere
God Honors Those Who Persevere
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 30; Ps. 120; Gal 3,4
November 6, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"I took my troubles to the Lord; I cried out to him, and he answered my prayer. " (Psalm 120:1 NLT)
TODAY'S WORD
We all face challenges, difficulties, and times when things don't go as planned. Have you ever noticed that it's in times of difficulty that we grow and develop? Those times are opportunities to allow God's Word to come alive in your life and see you through to victory. God will use your challenges to stretch you, and enlarge your vision.
We encourage you to be faithful during your adversity. Make up your mind to serve God no matter what comes against you, and God will honor you. Hold your head up high knowing that no matter what the situation looks like today, God will reward your faithfulness. Fight the good fight of faith. You are being prepared for promotion. And if you'll simply remain faithful and fight through life, then in due season, God will promote you to new levels of victory and you'll live that abundant life that He has promised you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I can face the challenges in my life with my head held high, knowing You have confidence in me. Open my eyes to the good that will come from it. In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 30; Ps. 120; Gal 3,4
November 6, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"I took my troubles to the Lord; I cried out to him, and he answered my prayer. " (Psalm 120:1 NLT)
TODAY'S WORD
We all face challenges, difficulties, and times when things don't go as planned. Have you ever noticed that it's in times of difficulty that we grow and develop? Those times are opportunities to allow God's Word to come alive in your life and see you through to victory. God will use your challenges to stretch you, and enlarge your vision.
We encourage you to be faithful during your adversity. Make up your mind to serve God no matter what comes against you, and God will honor you. Hold your head up high knowing that no matter what the situation looks like today, God will reward your faithfulness. Fight the good fight of faith. You are being prepared for promotion. And if you'll simply remain faithful and fight through life, then in due season, God will promote you to new levels of victory and you'll live that abundant life that He has promised you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, I can face the challenges in my life with my head held high, knowing You have confidence in me. Open my eyes to the good that will come from it. In Jesus' Name - Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
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