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February 2020 Verse of the Month

The Verse of the Month for February is Philippians 4:8.

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8, ESV)

Our world is full of perversion and half-truths. Consider the Super Bowl half time show as one example. Think about how pornography big business on the internet. And then there is politics that full of insults and pettiness.

It is hard to keep our minds focused on things which are godly. It is easy to get drawn into the gutter. There is no way to avoid exposure to deplorable behavior and vitriol. But God invites us to occupy our minds and ponder that which lifts up rather than what tears down. All the rest can leave us depressed, but his Word of truth bring joy to the soul.

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January Verse of the Month

I plan to share a verse of the month each month during 2020. This is one verse to read, recite, memorize, and to treasure in your heart. Print it out. Write it down. Put it on your phone. Stick it on your fridge. Put it where you will see it every day.

During the month of January, I am digging deeper into Philippians. So the verse of the month this month comes from Philippians. It is Philippians 2:9-11.

Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:9–11 (ESV)

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Death Wins!!!

April Fools! Not true! Jesus wins! He is risen! Alleluia! Happy Easter to you and your family.

Our verse of the week is:

“And he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; he is not here. See the place where they laid him.” (Mark 16:6, ESV)

Today is Easter Sunday, and we have come to an end of our 40 Day Lent journey. Thank you for subscribing to receive these devotions. I pray that they have encouraged you and been a blessing in your walk of faith.

I have enjoyed hearing from many of you from many different places during the last few weeks. You have shared prayer requests. You have shared your appreciation for my writing. And many of you have donated towards our meal packing event in June. God is doing great things! The tomb is empty, and my heart is full.

Before the beginning of Lent, I told you that I was evaluating the next steps for this blog. And I had hoped to share with you what those steps would be before the end of this season. But I am not yet ready to share with you what will be happening.

One thing I can tell you is that I will be taking a break from writing for the next few weeks. Although, there may be a few exceptions when the inspiration comes. This is a sabbatical of sorts, to take time to be refreshed and renewed. I want to take time to focus on some other things I need to focus in on during this season. Thank you for your prayers, for your patience, and for your understanding.

Finally, if you want to pick up a Lent Devotion Book for next year – The Kindle Versions 40 Things to Give up for Lent and 40 Things NOT to Give up for Lent have a special Easter price of $2.99.

God’s blessings! He is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia!

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Verse of the Week: John 12:13

So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!” (John 12:13, ESV)

I share a verse of the week every Sunday. Use this verse to meditate, pray, and ponder for the next seven days. Memorize it! Let the Scriptures transform your mind and heart. See how the Word of God makes all the difference.

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Verse of the Week: Mark 10:43-45

“But it shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:43–45, ESV)

I share a verse of the week every Sunday. Use this verse to meditate, pray, and ponder for the next seven days. Memorize it! Let the Scriptures transform your mind and heart. See how the Word of God makes all the difference.