Day 287 Bible Readings – Proverbs 6:16-19 (ESV)

Jeremiah 29:24-32, Jeremiah 30, Jeremiah 31:1-14, 2 Thessalonians 2, Proverbs 6:12-19

Proverbs 6:16-19 (ESV)

“There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers.”

In verses 16-19 of Proverbs 6, Solomon lists seven things that the Lord hates and considers an abomination. The first six are explicitly stated, while the seventh reflects the outcome of these actions. These behaviors pertain to how we treat others and are contrary to the character of Father-God.

When I read this list, I see it as a means to examine my actions and determine if I align with the Lord's standards. It also brings to mind conversations I've had with friends about their dislikes of others. This list can serve as a checklist to guide us in behaving in ways that oppose the traits detestable to Father-God. For instance, instead of having haughty eyes, which symbolize arrogance, we can choose to act with humility. Instead of being a liar, we can commit to speaking the truth. We should regularly examine our hearts to ensure our actions are not morally wrong or harmful. Before taking any action, we can ask the Holy Spirit if it is something the Lord would hate and if we are reflecting Father-God’s nature. Life is challenging enough; by fostering unity instead of conflict, we can lead a more peaceful life.

If my reflections on these Bible verses have inspired you to place your trust in Jesus Christ, who sent us the Holy Spirit to help us align with the Lord's standards and live a more peaceful life, I invite you to join me in the following prayer. This is an opportunity to declare your faith in God the Father. I encourage you to pray this aloud as an expression of your faith and commitment to Him.

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness through the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 286 Bible Readings – Jeremiah 29:11-13 (ESV)

Jeremiah 27-28, Jeremiah 29:1-23, 2 Thessalonians 1, Proverbs 6:1-11

Jeremiah 29:11-13 (ESV)

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.”

Jeremiah 28 contains a letter that the prophet Jeremiah wrote to the people of Judah who had been taken captive by Babylon and were living in exile. In verses 11-13, Jeremiah tells them that the Lord has a specific plan for their future; He has not forgotten them. God the Father has plans for their welfare and will fulfill His covenant promises to them. Jeremiah encourages the exiles to continue praying to the Lord, assuring them that He will hear them. He emphasizes that if they seek the Lord with their whole heart, they will find Him. God the Father promises to be a presence and guide in the lives of His people, even in times of exile or difficulty.

These verses are what we need to remember as believers in Jesus Christ when we are in a difficult season. God the Father is in control of our lives, and we must trust in the promise that He is faithful to us and provide for us. We need to keep praying to the Lord, knowing that He will hear us. We must actively seek the Lord, even in challenging times. God the Father assures us that when we pray to and seek Him with our whole heart, He will respond, and we will find Him. We should be persistent and diligent in our prayers, trusting in His promise to be present and guide us in our lives.

If my reflections on these Bible verses have inspired you to place your trust in Jesus Christ, who promises to be present and guide you in your life even if you are in a difficult season, I invite you to join me in the following prayer. This is an opportunity to declare your faith in God the Father. I encourage you to pray this aloud as an expression of your faith and commitment to Him.

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness through the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 285 Bible Readings – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 (ESV)

Jeremiah 25:15-38, Jeremiah 26, 1 Thessalonians 5, Proverbs 5:15-23

1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 (ESV)

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench the Spirit.”

In verses 16-19, Paul writes to the church in Thessalonica about personal worship. He reminds believers in Jesus Christ that they need always to rejoice because their joy is rooted in God the Father, not in their circumstances. We must continually embrace joy, as it is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. Paul also urges the Thessalonians to pray without ceasing, emphasizing that prayer is our communication with the Lord. He stresses that if we believe God the Father is in control of everything in our lives and in the world, we should give thanks for all our circumstances. Lastly, we must not allow the fire of the Holy Spirit to diminish within us due to doubts, indifference, rejection of His guidance, or distractions from others.

Maintaining joy, praying without ceasing, and expressing gratitude for all things may seem simple, but they are incredibly challenging to uphold daily due to life's difficulties. However, as Paul points out, these three practices are the will of the Lord for our lives. God the Father would not have instructed us to engage in these activities without providing us with the Holy Spirit as our helper. Therefore, we must never let the fire of the Holy Spirit be extinguished within us.

Before I go to sleep, I pray to God the Father, giving thanks for all He has done in my life that day. Yet, on some days, it’s difficult to pray with joy or express gratitude when I've had a "bad day." In those moments, I feel and hear the urging of the Holy Spirit, reminding me of the blessings and miracles the Lord has performed throughout my life. My joy and gratitude return to me in tears as I realize how deeply God the Father loves me.

If my reflections on these Bible verses have inspired you to place your trust in Jesus Christ, who sent us the Holy Spirit to help us rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and express gratitude, I invite you to join me in the following prayer. This is an opportunity to declare your faith in God the Father. I encourage you to pray this aloud as an expression of your faith and commitment to Him.

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness through the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 284 Bible Readings – Jeremiah 23:16-17 (ESV)

Jeremiah 23:9-40, Jeremiah 24, Jeremiah 25:1-14, 1 Thessalonians 4, Proverbs 5:1-14

Jeremiah 23:16-17 (ESV)

“Thus says the Lord of hosts: “Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you, filling you with vain hopes. They speak visions of their own minds, not from the mouth of the Lord. They say continually to those who despise the word of the Lord, ‘It shall be well with you’; and to everyone who stubbornly follows his own heart, they say, ‘No disaster shall come upon you.’”

In verses 16 and 17 from Jeremiah 23, the prophet Jeremiah warns the people not to listen to false prophets. Jeremiah tells us that the false prophets relied on their own minds for their prophecies, and not the Lord. They delivered messages that were contrary to the Biblical teachings and offered false assurances of peace. The false prophets told the people to rely on themselves and not on God the Father.

When I read these verses, I realized they apply to our current world. Many critics of Jesus Christ urge people to rely on themselves rather than on God the Father or the Bible. They never encourage you to compare your track record of good decision-making with the Lord’s. I am acutely aware of my own record in making good decisions, and I can confidently say that the Lord’s track record is far superior to mine. Critics also advise trusting experts instead of the Lord, but a study of history reveals that experts have often been wrong. As believers in Jesus Christ, we must be cautious of those who tell us whom to trust. If you examine the world’s track record regarding good decisions, it becomes clear that the Lord wins whenever believers have followed the advice of the Holy Spirit.

If my reflections on these Bible verses have inspired you to place your trust in the Lord, who has a great track record of guiding believers to make good decisions, I invite you to join me in the following prayer. This is an opportunity to respond in faith and express your trust in God the Father and His plans for your life and the world. I encourage you to pray this aloud as an act of your faith and commitment to God the Father.

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness through the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.