DAILY DEVOTIONALS
Each day, the Brook Cherith adds devotionals and scripture verses
Deu 31:8 And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
I really like this passage. God knows the path we travel. God sees the future, and in that sense, He has already traveled the road before us. He will be with us, He will never forsake us, He cannot fail us. Therefore, no matter what the future may seem to hold, we need not be dismayed or fearful.
Psa 58:11 So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth.
Again, we are reminded that good will be rewarded. Often we are made to believe that doing right will cost us. This verse reminds us that there is indeed a God who is still in charge. It is God who has the final say, and in His justice, the good and right will be rewarded
Pro 19:17 He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
We are reminded that we have an obligation to the needy around us. When we meet the needs of those around us from a heart that has compassion, God will see that we not be the loser for it.
Joh 12:32 And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me.
It is Jesus that draws men to Himself yet today. As the world looks on, may our prayer be that they see Jesus only in all we do and say .
Jas 4:8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.
Whenever there is a distance between us and God, a coolness in our relationship, it is never God who has moved. The fault is always ours. If we repent and do those things to draw close to Him, He will always draw close to us.
Psa 112:7 He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.
It is our trust and confidence in God that allows us to face the future with confidence rather than fear. We are not struck down with fear when we hear a bad report, or a fearful outlook. Rather, we can overcome fear when our heart is steady in trusting in our good and loving God
Psa 119:11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
God’s word is vital to our Christian life. His word is our defense against the lure of sin and the wiles of the devil. It is by God’s word that Jesus gained victory in His temptations. In a time when God’s word is so available to us in so many convenient venues, we are without excuse for not reading, treasuring and living out His word in a life of obedience.
Pro 13:13 Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.
Over and over we need reminded that God’s word tends toward life, while disobedience leads to death. In our temptations, we can easily lose sight of this truth, but the fact remains. Obedience leads to the best life can be, while sin and disobedience leads to death and destruction.
Joh 6:37 All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
What an assurance! God saved us to bring us all the way through this life and home to heaven. He will continue to bear us, carry us and deliver us. He will not cast away those who come to Him. Let us continue to flee to Him for our help and strength.
Jas 1:19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: Jas 1:20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
How often we get ourselves in trouble by speaking to quickly or by speaking in anger. We should give great effort to disciplining our self to listening, and to being careful in our response. Our anger does not produce a life of good and right.
Isa 42:3 A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.
Discouragement and trouble can often make us feel very weak. Sometimes there is not much left but smoke, the fire is dying out. Yet God is tender and patient. He works with the bruised so they not break. He fuels the smoking flax back to flame again. God will accomplish His purposes, both in the world and in your life. Are you bruised, just down to smoke? Run to God, allow Him to comfort and to fan into flame again.
Isa 46:4 And even to your old age I am he; and even to hoar hairs will I carry you: I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will deliver you.
God is concerned about our whole life. He cares about us from the time we are conceived all the way to our old age and even beyond, into the life to come. He has promised that He will carry us safely all the way through.
Php 4:19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
We all have needs. We all have concerns about our needs, yet those who know the Lord need not worry and fret. God has promised to supply all our needs. Notice we are reminded that God has more than enough to back up that promise.
Jer 1:8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD.
There are many things that can cause us to fear. Evil often seems so strong, but we are reminded that we really have nothing to fear. God is with us and has promised to deliver us. Let us trust Him more fully and not be afraid.
Isa 51:11 Therefore the redeemed of the LORD shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; and sorrow and mourning shall flee away.
There is a joy that comes with gathering with the children of God. They gather home to spiritual Zion with singing and gladness. There is coming a day when we will be home, and all sorrow and sadness will be gone forevermore. Until that day, let’s enjoy the foretaste of heaven in the gathering together with God’s children
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
Who or what can stand against God? Who or what is able to thwart God’s plans? What an assurance for a believer! If God is on our side, if God is for us, there is nothing or no one who can keep God from accomplishing His purposes in our life.
Mat 4:4 But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
We all have worries with our daily responsibilities, making a living, providing for the necessities of this life. Yet there is something even more necessary than these necessities: God’s Word. We need God’s instruction in how to live life, and how to know Him and please Him. This life has an end, but God’s Word shows us eternal life. We are often tempted to neglect our spiritual life for the pressing concerns of this life. We need to remind ourselves what is really most important.
Isa 54:10 For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.
Our God is more sure, more dependable, than even the creation, the earth, the mountains and hills. All these things may be shaken, may disappear, but God’s goodness and kindness will remain. His covenant and mercy remains sure. May our confidence in Him be unshaken.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
What an encouragement! We will face difficulties and troubles in this life, but we have this assurance: Jesus has walked this way before us and overcome all the opposition in this world. We can cheerfully live this life knowing He will bring us safely through
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Faith is the foundation of our Christian life. Faith is necessary to be pleasing to God. Notice here two elements of faith: We must believe that God exists, and that He rewards those who diligently seek Him. Hold to your faith; keep a firm grip on the truth about God and His goodness.
