DAILY DEVOTIONALS
Each day, the Brook Cherith adds devotionals and scripture verses
Psa 37:3 Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Psa 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
Here is the key to a good life: do good and trust God, or as the song says “trust and obey”. God has promised to provide for those who do good, live righteously, and trust Him. God has promised deep satisfaction to those who find their deepest joy in Him.
Joh 12:25 He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal. Joh 12:26 If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour.
To be a disciple of Christ means to be willing to live as He lived. This includes living a life of holiness, but it also includes being willing to suffer with Him. It means being willing to sacrifice the pursuits of this life, if necessary, to be faithful to Him. This seems a price too high for many, but the reward of eternal life far outweighs the cost in this present world.
Rev 22:17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
Here is an open invitation to come and find eternal life. Salvation is freely offered. Eternal life is extended to all who truly desire it. What a shame that so many are missing the most important thing in life when it is so readily available. Let’s do our part to echo the call “Come, take of the water of life”
Heb 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Very, very few people today are content. Very, very few professed Christians are content. Our society is saturated with a culture of covetousness. We are instructed to seek our contentment in the security of knowing that God is faithful. If God is watching over us and has promised to take care of us, what more is there to be desired? I pray God help us to find a greater satisfaction in Him, a greater trust in Him. I know of no greater witness to our generation.
2 Pe 2:9 The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished:
I am thankful that we are not left alone in this world. God knows how to take us safely through temptations, trials and difficulties. God also is aware of those who do evil. No one will get away with anything. Our God is merciful, but He is also fair and just.
2 Ti 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
In a time of great confusion as to what it means to be a Christian, the seal, or stamp of God’s ownership remains the same. First, God knows His own. He is not confused or deceived by anyone. Secondly, true children of God depart from iniquity. True children of God live with a purpose to do right all the time, in every situation. Be real.
Joel 2:32 And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the LORD shall be delivered: for in mount Zion and in Jerusalem shall be deliverance, as the LORD hath said, and in the remnant whom the LORD shall call.
Joel affirms that our God is the great deliverer. Notice that whosoever calls on the Lord shall be delivered. God is fair, impartial. You are not too insignificant to be seen and heard by God. In the city of God, in the home of His family, there is deliverance. God has promised, and He is faithful.
. Psa 62:1 Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation. Psa 62:2 He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved.
There is only one source of help. In all of our problems, in all of our difficulties, there is only one to whom we should look for our deliverance. Our God is faithful and true. He is a rock, solid, stable, unmoved by the storms of life. He is our defender, He is our hope; therefore, we can stay steady, waiting and trusting. He will deliver.
Psa 126:5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
There is sowing before and reaping can be done. Sowing involves work, but it also involves risk. We are investing our lives in sowing for good, without the ability to bring a harvest. I am thankful that we serve the God of the harvest who is faithful to bring the increase. It is only after a period of faithful sowing that we will see the faithfulness of God, and our joy will be overflowing.
Psa 107:9 For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.
There is a longing that only God can fill. Those who hunger and thirst after God and His way will be blessed. People chase after all kinds of things seeking to be satisfied….it is only those who long for God that really find a place of satisfaction.
Pro 10:27 The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
Satan will always tells us that we are the loser for living right. The opposite is true. A reverence and respect for God that results in an obedient life tends to a long and full life. It tends to happiness, lower anxiety, health and prosperity. The disobedient, the wicked, are the ones who really lose, both in this life and the life to come.
Psa 115:13 He will bless them that fear the LORD, both small and great.
God is not respecter of persons. It doesn’t matter how important we are, or how insignificant we feel, God will bless us if we show Him the proper respect and obey Him. Stay faithful.
Heb 13:6 So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
There are many fearful things to be faced in life. Yet, with God as our helper we need not fear. Who or what can stand against God? Who or what is a match for the mighty Creator of the universe? We can say boldly, without fear, “God is my helper”.
Jer 29:7 And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the LORD for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace.
We are just pilgrims passing through this land on the way to our home. Yet, we are encouraged to seek the peace and well being of the land where in we dwell, for in doing so, we also be able to experience that peace. Pray for our country.
Psa 37:8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.
Anger is a natural emotion to certain situations. It is a natural emotion to being done wrong. However, it is also very dangerous. Evil is never far away when we are angry. We should seek to calm our anger, cease and forsake our anger. Don’t allow your anger to cause you to act or speak in a way that is not becoming of one who claims the name of Christ.
Ecc_9:10 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.
We are to give effort to the opportunities that God in His providence provides for us. This echoes Jesus admonition to work while it is day. We are to give diligent effort to the affairs of this life, and especially to the work of the kingdom of God. Discouraging times can cause us to slack in our efforts, but we need reminded to stay diligent in the affairs of this life while we have opportunity. We only have this life to accomplish these things, and most importantly, we only have this life to accomplish the things which pertain to the kingdom of God.
Mat 5:7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
It is easy to forget the great mercy and forgiveness we have received. When someone does us wrong, it is easy to want to “even the score”, to “make things right”, to take revenge. We are reminded that it is the merciful who will receive the blessing of mercy. Let us ever keep this in mind as we deal with others.
Psa 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
An awareness of the presence of God can keep us steady. The expression “at my right hand” reminds us that He is ever present, close at hand. We “set the Lord before” us by staying aware of His presence. In doing so, we will find the strength to remain steadfast.
Psa 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
God is our hiding place, our refuge. He is our strength and help. His help is right at hand, never far away. Let’s find our assurance and safety in Him. His help is always near and readily available.
1 Pe 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:
We are reminded that the proper attitude toward God is humility. God takes special note of the humble. This passage alludes to the discipline and correction that God gives His children. Sometimes we are tempted to lash out at the trials or difficulties that God may use to discipline or correct us. Humility, though, is the right response. Accept the correction as from a loving heavenly Father. In due time, God will lift us up.
