Wanion (Deuteronomy 32:34-36)

Good morning all,

The word of the day is “wanion.”  I've always really liked the Old Testament.  Knowing that God fights for his people has always inspired me both as a young Christian, and now as a more mature Christian.  Sometimes it seems in these old stories that God was just pretty upfront and blunt about the way things needed to be.  And that is what we see in today's passage.

“Have I not kept this in reserve and sealed it in my vaults? It is mine to avenge; I will repay. In due time their foot will slip; their day of disaster is near and their doom rushes upon them.” ~Deut 32:34-35

My question is: do you believe that God will come to your rescue when you are in times of trouble?  I know that it's not always easy to trust God, especially in things aren't going our way.  But, my prayer is that each of you takes an extra moment today to ask God to fight for you in the areas of your life that need a little bit more.  The best thing about having a great God is that he can do incredible things in tough circumstances.  Give God a chance today to fight for you.

Praying for you,

MO

Learn (Philippians 4:11-13)

Good morning all,

The word of the day is “learn.” I think this was an important part of Paul’s life. He was in a continual struggle to become more like JC and knew that he was a long way from getting there. He learned that the secret to being happy is being content with his circumstances, and the secret to being content is realizing that your strength comes from a relationship with JC.

“I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.”

~Phil. 4:13

God knows exactly what is going on in our lives and is able to get us through each circumstance. Whether it is a killer class, hurting relationship, or just keeping your sanity during work stuff… My question is: when have you totally surrendered your cares to the Father? God is willing to come along side and help you manage stuff, if we give him the opportunity. My prayer is that you look toward God and give him a chance to walk you through the madness. Have a great day…

Praying for you,

mo

Central (Deuteronomy 15:7-11)

Good morning all,

The word of the day is “central.” Moses had to lead God’s peeps through some pretty crazy times. There were tons of laws and policies and enough other rules to drive anyone batty! But with all this going on God really only needed the Israelites remember one thing and then most other stuff would come to work out. And that one thing was to keep the main thing the main thing. Obedience, justice and charity were absolutely central to God’s message and covenant with Israel…

“Give generously to him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to.”

~Deut. 15:10

My question is: can you make time on this last day of the year to sit down and ponder God’s covenant – both in the lives of the Israelites, and you personally today? I know that our Lord has a great agenda for you this next year. My prayer is that you put in your goals to give back to God more than you ever have before. Allow him to use you and all that you are to advance the kingdom. Hope you had a great year; this next one will be even better.

Praying for you,

mo