Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
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Rev. Terri

Daily Devotions

Dear Friends:
(God says) Unending riches, honor, justice, and righteousness are mine to distribute. My gifts are better than the purest gold or sterling silver! Those who love and follow me are indeed wealthy. I fill their treasuries.
Provers 8:18-21 (TLB)

Sometimes we may think of riches in dollars and cents but God promised us riches of another kind. Give your life to God and you will have all the riches you will ever need.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
And God did unusual and extraordinary miracles by the hands of Paul, so that handkerchiefs which had touched his skin were carried away an put upon the sick and their diseases left them and the evil spirits came out of them.
Acts 19:11-12

Remember that God did the unusual ... Paul was the avenue that God used. I believe God is still doing unusual and extraordinary miracles! Are you open to being Gods vessel for miracles? I pray God will use us in extraordinary ways!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Listen to and obey My voice and I will be your God and you will be My people; and walk in the whole way that I command you, that it may be will with you.
Jeremiah 7:23

God calls us to listen and obey! Listen to affirming messages instead of the negative one! Focus on the good and look forward to the blessings.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.
Ephesians 4:2

It is not always fun to be humble, or to be humbled by God. Being gentle and patient are also not that easy! These spiritual principles are however the element in which we can be empowered to love. I pray that we will work at loving others as Christ loved us.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the day approaching.
Hebrews 10:25

Joining together for worship, prayer, study and communion of the saints is powerful. We can experience spiritual growth and share our stories to help others when we join together! I encourage you to attend your local community of faith this week! Get recharged and renewed!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Whoever claims to live in Christ, must walk as Jesus did.
1 John 2:6

What does your life say? Are you living loving the unlovable, feeding the hungry, taking care of those in need? Talking about it is not the example of Christ but doing...

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Do not quench (surpress or subdue) the [Holy] Spirit.
1 Thessalonians 5:19 (amp)

How many ways do we quench the Holy Spirit in our lives? God thank you for opening our hearts and our eyes to see so that we may better serve You. Bring us back into Your fold.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable in Your sight O God my [firm impenetrable] Rock and my Redeemer.
Psalm 19:14

Teach us God to remember how powerful our words can be. Touch our hearts and renew us with your loving-kindness so that we can speak with love!
IN Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Now faith s the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

It is a good reminder to live by faith and not by sight! Living by what we seen in the natural sometimes stifles the growth God wants us to experience! Faith is definitely a journey!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Now I want you to know and continue to rest assured, that [what has happened] to me [this imprisonment] has actually only served to advance and give a renewed impetus to the [spreading of the] good news (the Gospel).
Philippians 1:12 (amp)

When things happen to us that we many not want to happen how do we respond ... Do we use that for an opportunity to give praise about Gods love or do we continually complain about the situation we may be in due to our own making?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, God is my helper; I will not be seized with alarm ... what can people do to me?
Hebrews 13:6

If we can hold on the the comfort of God long enough we will make it! Don't give up keep pressing on and don't worry about what people say! Be in tune to the comfort and help you will get from God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For in God we live and move and have our being ...
Acts 17:2a

Apart from God I am not worth much! But in God there is life eternal. Living and moving in Gods presence is powerful and there is nothing like it!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Do not be wise in your own eyes fear God and shun evil. This will bring heartily to your body and nourishment to your bones
Proverbs 3:7-8

Teach us continually God to use Godly wisdom as we seek healing and wholeness.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
God has highly exalted Christ ... that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus is Sovereign to the glory of God.
Philippians 2:9-11

I know that everything is working together for the good of those who love God even in difficult times. Call upon the Name that is above all names the name of Jesus and you will find your peace.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For the moment all discipline seems painful father than pleasant; later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.
Hebrews 12:11

Being disciplined will help us in every area of our lives and it will help us forever! God teach us Your ways so we may be disciplined in our lives.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
May Christ through your faith [actually] dwell (settle down, abide, make permanent home) in your hearts! Ma you be rooted deep in love and founded securely on love.
Ephesians 3:17 (amp)

It is by living out our faith that we become rooted in the security of Gods plan. Living by faith is for everyone, but living by faith takes work, dedication and by the way is a life time adventure! Sadly many people quit living by faith. My prayer is that if you have checked out that you will check back in and tap in to the eternal source of love.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
As it is written, eye has not seen, or ear heard, neither have entered into the hearts of humanity the things which God has prepared for them that love God. But God has revealed them unto us by the Spirit for the Spirit searches all things, yes the deep things of God.
1 Corinthians 2:9-10

How can we know the deep things of God if we are not tapped into the Spirit of God? I encourage you to get connected to a community of faith.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
But the wisdom that is from above is first of all pure then peaceable, gentle and courteous. [It will yield to reason, full of compassion and good fruits; it is wholehearted and straightforward, impartial and unfeigned (free from doubts, wavering and insincerity).
James 3:17

As we grow in the wisdom of God hopefully we can grasp these ideas of peace, gentleness and reason! God teach us Your ways so we may better serve You and others.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Come let us return to the Sovereign God, for God has torn so that God may heal us; God has stricken so that God may bind us up.
Hosea 6:1

I believe it is Gods desire for us to be steadfast in our service and love. It is more important to serve with love than through tradition.
Prayer: God show us your way and lead us so that we may follow You, forgive us where we have been hurtful and renew our hearts to serve you. Amen

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
I [God] will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you.
Psalm 32:8

Even when we have a difficult time trusting God is directing us, be assured God is watching! We are given opportunities to gain understanding and direction!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Therefore let no one sit in judgment on you in matters of food and drink, or with regard to a feast day or a New Moon or a Sabbath. Such things are only shadows of things to come; but the body is of Christ. Let no one defraud you by acting as an umpire and declaring you unworthy and disqualifying you for the prize ...
Colossians 2:16-18

We have been giving a powerful opportunity to share the love of God without judgement, without condemnation because we know what it feels like to be kicked out, shut out and told we are not worthy.... News Flash ... We are worthy because we are children of God and no matter what others might say we get to believe God on this!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
This is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance (and for this we labor and strive, that we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and especially of those who believe.
1 Timothy 5:9-10

As we strive for good let us remember those who have labored before us! We put our hope in the eternity of God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Your beauty ... should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit which is of great worth in God's sight.
1 Peter 3:3-4

I was always told it is whats on the inside that counts! I believe that is what God is trying to tell us knowing that out of the heart the mouth speaks. What we are is not the clothes we wear, the car we drive is it?

Who are you and are you presenting this to the world around you?
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
And God will meet all your needs according to Gods glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19

Many of us know what it means to have God meet our needs. Some of us try to do all the work ourselves! Riches and glory will pass away but Gods riches will last forever!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in other people's way.
Romans 14:13

Our judgement will be used against us, so be careful how you judge others because you will be judged by God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Blessed is the person who does not walk in the counsel of he wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat o mockers.
Psalm 1:1

Choose the people you hang out with wisely! Be Blessed!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will wind favor and a good name in the sight of God and humanity.
Proverbs 3:3-4

Too quickly we forget about the power of love. This Proverb reminds us we will find Gods favor as we share and practice loving. Go out today with the idea of love being bound to you.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Cast all your anxiety on God because God cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7

To cast means to throw out, let go, give it over! What anxiety are you holding on to that you need to cast out and over to God? I encourage you to release it now!
I give thanks knowing that God cares enough to take the burdens of my heart.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Yours, O God, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours ...
1 Chronicles 29:11

How is your prayer time going?
I was sitting in my office yesterday reflecting and praying. I realize God has brought us through so much.
Today I give thanks for the power, glory, majesty and the splendor of God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

How is your daily prayer going? It may be difficult to make this prayer thing a habit but I want to keep encouraging you to stick with it!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?
2 Corinthians 6:14

When we put ourselves in relationships with people we must be very careful. We might want to help someone find the light of Christ and that is a good thing but we must not compromise our light when doing so.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Oh Sovereign God Our God, how majestic is your name in all the earth!
Psalm 8:1

Yesterday at service I challenged everyone to spend at least five minutes in prayer. I want to also encourage you to spend at least five minutes a day in prayer! Begin with giving praise to God! Oh God you are majestic and we glorify your name! Praise God for this day, the beauty of life, the gift of others, our homes, jobs and the ability to seek! Praise God ... Praise God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Call to Me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things, fenced in and hidden, which you do not know (do not distinguish and recognize, have knowledge of and understand).
Jeremiah 33:3 (amp)

Just when you think you've reached a dead end God shows you something you've never seen before! Call out to God and God will answer you keep your faith positive!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Be assured and understand that the trials and proving of your faith bring out endurance and steadfastness and patience.
James 1:3 (amp)

Every trial can be a learning time for us! I don't know about you but many times change happens for me when I get uncomfortable. I invite you to pray for Gods guidance especially in the trials that will bring change.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
And I will put my Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and you shall heed My ordinances and do them.
Ezekiel 36:27

The Spirit of God is always refreshing us and leading us to live positive and productive lives which means paying attention to the ways of God. How are you doing?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let us acknowledge the Sovereign God ... as surely as the sun rises, God will appear; God will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.
Hosea 6:3

Acknowledging God is not difficult; all we need to do is take a look around at the beauty right before us! Give thanks today for all that you have ...
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Above all love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
1 Peter 4:8

Love is so powerful that it will cover many things!
God help me to love others ...
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
And try to learn [in your experience] what is pleasing to God [let your lives be constant proofs of what is most acceptable to God].
Ephesians 5:10

Sometimes we learn the most from the places we've made the biggest mistakes! Hopefully we learn what we need to do or not do so we don't repeat the lesson. Is your life proof of these life lessons?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Not so shall it be among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant.
Matthew 20:26

We all answer to someone or something. Our boss, our partner, our employee, our parents and God to name a few. I believe a key is given in today's scripture that if we want to do great things we must have a servants heart. In other words we are willing to serve where needed when needed. God; give us the servants heart in everything we do.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For God is not unrighteous to forget or overlook your labor and the love which you have shown for Gods name sake in ministering to the needs of the saints. (Gods own consecrated people) as you still do.
Hebrews 6:10

God is faithful in all way! Sometimes we may not get the thank you and the blessings we think we deserve but Gods thank you is eternal. Keep serving and you will soon see the blessings of which I speak.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Exercise foresight and be on the watch to look [after one another], to see that no one falls back from and fails to secure God's grace (Gods unmerited favor and spiritual blessings), in order that no root of resentment (rancor, bitterness or hatred) shoots forth and causes trouble and bitter torment and the many become contaminated and defiled by it.
Hebrews 12:15 (amp)

Immediately when you say the word exercise you realized effort must be put forth. It may not be easy to look after others and encourage them to come back to church or get involved. It is Gods desire for us that we share in the power of community! If you have been gone from church for awhile I invite you to come back ... Gods unmerited favor awaits you!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let love for your fellow believers continue and be a fixed practice with you. [never let it fail]
Hebrews 13:1

Sometimes people of faith are hard to love because of preconceived ideas or ideals. We are encouraged to love one another even in our differences. God I pray You will teach us Your unconditional love everyday.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For our light affliction, which is but for a moment works for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; Since we consider and look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen; for the things that are visible are temporal (brief and passing) but the things that are invisible are deathless and everlasting.
1 Corinthians 4:17-18

Sometimes things are not as the appear! I hope and pray for you today to see beyond the struggle you may be in. Helping someone else is a positive way to move forward! Count your blessings.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
God must increase, but I must decrease, [God must grow more prominent; I must grow less so.]
John 3:30

How can God increase in you today? If you can do just one thing what would it be?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Nevertheless, God's solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: The Sovereign God knows those who are Gods. and everyone who confesses the Name of God must turn away from wickedness.
2 Timothy 2:19

We may be able to fool some people but we will not and do not fool God! Turn away from the things that separate you from God! Do it now please don't wait!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Whatever is true,
Whatever is noble,
Whatever is right and of good report,
Whatever is pure,
Whatever is lovely,
Whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy ...
Think on and about such things.
Philippians 4:8

It is so easy to focus on all the other things that seek to take our attention off of the good things God has in store for us! We must think on the good things and put our energy and focus there!
Be blessed In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
-I will lift up my eyes to the hills - where does my help come from? My help comes from the Sovereign God, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2

Lift your eyes beyond the problem and you will see the light of Christ. Look for the good, look for ways to serve others who are less fortunate than you are! Help comes in unlikely places!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Strengthen the feeble hands, steady the knees that give way; say to those with fearful hearts, be strong, do not fear; Your God will come ...
Isaiah 35:3-4a

We may worry sometimes about this or that but we need not worry about God. God will come to your side and help you in your time of need.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let love and faithfulness never leave you bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3:3

God calls us to be faithful and to love; if we could just get these two thing as permanent fixture's in our hearts ... wow miracles would happen!
So today I encourage you to:
Check your love and faithfulness levels and if they are not where you / God thinks they need to be and if not then take action to correct it.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love which you have shown toward Gods Name in having ministered and in still ministering to the saints.
Hebrews 6:10

Sometimes it is not easy to minister to people. But this is exactly what God has called us to do and we do it by sharing our love of God. We have been and will be blessed as we continue even if there are difficulties. God will bless you! Let the praise continue!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Now to God who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to Gods power that is at work within us, to God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations for ever and ever. Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21

The glory of God can work in us and through us in awesome ways! God can do more than we can think or imagine ... wow ...
Are you fulfilling God imagination for your life?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
... Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Sovereign God will bring you today ...
Exodus 14:13b

I know it is difficult sometimes to stand firm and keep on standing when all you want to do is give up! Be encouraged and don't let fear rob you from the joy and blessings God has in store for you.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
I have strength for all things in Christ Who empowers me [I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Christ who infuses inner strength into me; I am self-sufficient in Christ's sufficiency. ]
Philippians 4:13 (amp)

Amazing we will have all the strength we need to make it through! Keep pressing on ...
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
May God grant you out of the rich treasury of Gods glory to be strengthened and reinforced with mighty power in the inner being by the [Holy] Spirit [indwelling your innermost being and personality].
Ephesians 2:16 (amp)

This is a great prayer and blessing and I pray that we would allow the Spirit of God to permeate our lives from the inside out!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Therefore let us leave the elementary teaching about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God.
Hebrews 6:1

I believe we are to grow and develop in our faith. It doesn't mean the foundational things stop happening! However, we must build a solid foundation to grow into the people God is calling us to be. Sadly, some times people just want to live on spiritual milk and not grow or develop any further! God has so much more for us than that and I want to encourage you to seek the deeper places with God.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for God who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
Hebrews 10:24-25

We hold on to hope by joining together in worship! SO many times people fall away and wonder why their life is in turmoil ... Come back ... come back to worship with God and with others in fellowship! You will not only be blessed but you will be a blessing to others.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
So I ask you not to lose heart [not to faint or become despondent through fear] at what I am suffering in your behalf, [Rather glory in it] for it is an honor to you.
Ephesians 2:13

Struggling with life issues is not easy. However I've learned that you can work through issues once and for all so that they don't take over your life! I encourage you to wrestle and struggle and remember you have an advocate that will help you!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the Sovereign God is coming ... it is close at hand.
Joel 2:1

Worship service is just a few days away but that doesn't mean we can't worship right where we are at! Blow your trumpet for God!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Beloved do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, you are blessed for the Spirit of glory and of God rest on you.
1 Peter 4:12-13

I don't know about you but I need to be reminded that it is in the struggle that Gods glory will shine and empower me. I pray for the Spirit of glory and God to rest upon you.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
You were called to be free, but do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature, rather serve one another in love.
Galatians 5:13

As we learn and grow in our understanding we hopefully realize that it is as we submit to God that we become free. Turning our life over to God is the most powerful thing we can do!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.
Proverbs 14:23

I pray for those of you looking for work! I believe God will honor your hard work of looking for employment. Keep the faith and keep looking God will open the doors of opportunity unto you.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
So do not fear, for I am with you do not be dismayed for I am your God I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10

I believe God is calling us to look and live beyond the headlines of each day. There will always be something to be dismayed about. We must be encouraged then to acknowledge God in all things and remember that we will be upheld in every thing we face.
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all humanity. It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.
Titus 2:11-12

There is a blessed hope of eternity but in the mean time we must live in today! As you make decisions and go through your day be reminded that you are an example of a servant of God. The question is what kind of example?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
I you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, "Love your neighbor as yourself," you are doing right. James 2:8

Do something for your neighbor today that you would want done for yourself. Have a wonderful time!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Do not be deceived; God is not mocked; for whatsoever a person sows, that shall they also reap.
Galatians 5:7

Deception is something that can destroy even the best intentions of people. I pray that God would touch your life so that you can put positive into action by giving of your time, talents and your tithe.
Gods blessings be upon you!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
But just as you excel in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us - see that you also excel in this grace of giving.
2 Corinthians 8:7

Last night at our Wednesday night Bible study we spoke about generosity! What a great reminder the study was for me! You can't out give God but it doesn't hurt to try! By doing so you will be blessed.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
Romans 12:14-15

It is not always easy to bless those who persecute you! It may not be easy to feel the sorrow of others or to be happy for someone who is getting a blessing you wanted. The depth of our spiritual maturity is developed in situations where we must act with compassion, hope and faith. How are you doing?

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.
Psalm 51:12

Restoration is definitely a process! I think a old table or furniture ... to restore it you will strip away of the old, sand it down to bare wood, buff it out all of this before something new is applied. Restore us God even if we may not like the process!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
The service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God.
2 Corinthians 9:12

I believe God wants to bless us and teach us about given and receiving. This process begins with being generous! And I have found being generous is a blessing for sure!
In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Submit yourselves then to God. Resist the devil and the devil will flee from you. Come near to God and God will come near to you. Wash your hands you sinners and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
James 4:7-8

We are told to resit the bad and cling to God! This is how we submit to God and Gods will by turning to God. We must clean our lives out with the pure water of the the Spirit of God! Healing is available to you! However being double minded will tear us apart you either serve God or you don't! I encourage you today to resist the devil and cling to God!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Be anxious for nothing but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made know to God.
Philippians 4:6

How many times has anxiety gotten the best of you? Some times we worry needlessly and have unrealistic expectations that set us up. My encouragement to you is to put your trust in God, praying and giving thanks for all you have! God is after all faithful.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will you not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough to complete it?
Luke 14:28

We are told to pick up our cross everyday and follow! In other words living as a disciple is not a one time thing! I trust in God knowing that we will have enough when we make our plans according to Gods will.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
In the day when I cried out, You god answered me, and made me bold with strength in my soul. Psalm 138:3

God chooses and calls people like you and I. God calls us into a personal relationship with God so we are equipped to love, understand and serve. I pray for the supernatural power of God to refresh you in this day and the days to come.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Jesus looked at the disciples and said, with humanity/people this is impossible but all things are possible with God.
Matthew 19:26

I know we face some difficult things in our life! I want you to remember God specializes in the impossible things! Trust and lean on the Spirit of the living God.

Have a great weekend Rev. Terri

*Pride Weekend in Sacramento, We will be walking in the parade and I will be speaking at 12:30 or there about on the main stage. Our church will also have a booth come and visit if you are in town.

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient. Therefore do not be partners with them.
Ephesians 5:7-8

Talk is cheap! Don't let the talk of foolish things steal you away from the will of God. Some things sound really good but in reality are not! Why not partner up with God and make a difference!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I pray that out of Gods glorious riches God may strengthen you with power through the Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you being rooted and established in love may have power, together wit all the saints to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.
Ephesians 3:16-18

I pray we will be established in love for the blessings God desires to share with us!
Have a blessed day!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander along with every from of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Ephesians 4:31-32

Getting rid of the bitterness, rage and anger is a process for sure! If you don't deal with it however, it will deal with you. Make peace with yourself and others and begin that process today. How you may ask?
1. Ask God to forgive you for your shortcomings and to help you share your truth in love.
2. Use Matthew 18 :15-19
3. Find a good counselor or therapist
4. Work on becoming the best you

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Romans 12:21

It is not so easy to do good when something bad has happened to you. If you can just remember God will repay you and others for what is done! I hope and pray we can bring good to the not so good situations in our lives.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
My dear Friends; take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. For a persons anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.
James 1:19-20

We may hear things but are we listening?
God teach us to be your righteousness in our living and teach us to listen and act in ways that promote positive.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, You are my servant; I have chosen you and have not rejected you. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God.
Isaiah 41:9-10

Encouragement for sure! Look where we've been ... granted we might not be where we want to be but we aren't where we were either! Thank God for the progress in our lives! Fear can't bind us any longer because we can shine the light of God on those places and press onward!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
God is righteous, God loves justice; upright people will see Gods face.
Psalm 11:7

I must remember that God is a God of justice and will prevail no matter what the current situations may be. We are encouraged to lift our eyes, our hearts, our lives toward God from where our help comes.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I the Sovereign God search the heart and examine the mind, to reward a person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.
Jeremiah 17:10

I thank God for Gods grace through Christ!
I thank God for you the faithful servants who continue to press on!
I thank God for the eternal rewards.
I thank God ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
And for this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of hands. For God did not give us a spirit of fear but of power, of love and self-discipline.
2 Timothy 1:6-7

We are reminded to fan the flame of our Spiritual gifts! How do you do that? Let me suggest one way is to use your gifts. Another way is to begin to share your faith with others. God has given us the tools we need to grow up into powerful people of God! Are you growing? Are you using your gifts?

What are you waiting for?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Therefore as the Holy Spirit says; Today if you will hear Gods voice ... Do not harden your hearts, as [happens] in the rebellion [of Israel] and their provocation and embitterment [of Me] in the day of testing in the wilderness.
Hebrews 3:7-8

We may struggle at times and even feel like we are in our own wilderness. It is in this struggle that God calls us to listen ... listen for the Spirit. Open your heart instead of allowing your negative thoughts to rebel and cause you to be disconnected! This disconnect brings bitterness and resentment! God is calling you back into harmony and connection with other!
Come home!

If you have been disconnected from your community of faith there is no time like the present to reconnect.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities, Gods eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that humanity is without excuse.
Romans 1:20

This scripture reminds me of Gods creation, nature, birds, clouds, you and I. Today I went for a walk along the river and I could see Gods creation right in front of me. The fresh scent of the over night rain, the blue sky so clear I could see the coastal range. I encourage you today to look around, just take a look at the beauty God has created!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
James 5:16

When we struggle with life issues we may forget that prayer is a powerful tool that will help us. Prayer is our communication with God and Gods communication with us. God teach us to be faithful in our prayers and as always Your will be done.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Thus says God unto you, Be not afraid or dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours but Gods.
2 Chronicles 20:15

I give my cares and struggles over to God! Teach me God not to pick them back up and remember that you are always with me. Be blessed everyday!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Be eager and strive earnestly to guard and keep the harmony and oneness of [and produced by] the Spirit in the binding power of peace.
Ephesians 4:3

Saints, we are equipped with the power to strive for oneness by the Spirit! As we rise up we must do so together in peace. There is much to be done! I thank God for you and the ministry gifts you bring and use on behalf of our community.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23

This is an awesome guideline for how we can live our lives. Putting into practice the fruit of the Spirit into our daily lives.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.
Proverbs 27:17

True friends tell you the truth whether you want to hear it or not! Growth does not happen by staying home by yourself ... God knows it is much easier not to deal with other people but that is the point. We are called to sharpen each other with God tender mercy which is not always easy.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach you what you shall say.
Exodus 4:12

If we are willing to show up God will give us the words we need to say!
Where in your life do you need to show up? I pray God will use us to communicate the power, hope and love we have been given through Christ!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
God is justice; God will not forsake the faithful ones. The righteous shall be kept safe forever, but the children of the wicked shall be cut off
Psalm 37:28

We are called by God to 'act justly' even when unjust things are done! Today is the California Supreme Court ruling and either way the court rule will require us to act justly. There is work still to be done.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
In the name of Jesus we command you to keep away from every one who is idle and does not live according to the teaching you received ....
2 Thessalonians 3:6

I think what Paul and Timothy were saying to the church here is not to be lazy. Keep your self in tune with the Spirit of God by serving the church, working and using your gifts! Your gifts are very valuable and I pray that you are using them for the glory of God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
People become poor that deal with a slack hand; but the hand of the diligent makes rich.
Proverbs 10:4

The Proverb encourages us to be diligent in our serving, working and doing.
What things have you put off doing ... that you need to do? Be diligent and God will bless you. I doubt God likes it when we are slackers!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is the person who trusts in God.
Proverbs 16:20

Instructions ... are sometimes difficult to follow! Instructions are usually however good guidelines that help us. What instructions have you missed or failed to follow?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Do everything without complaining ...
Philippians 2:14

Complaining can become a bad habit. I have learned that complaining doesn't fix the problem. Complaining can be contagious like a virus ... head of swine flu lately?
God forgive me when I spread this spiritual illness and teach me to have a better attitude.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I will carry you! I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will deliver you.
Isaiah 46:4

If we are motivated by Gods love then the "must", "oughts" and strains of every day become so much easier to bear. God will guide you and even more as you serve God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devltion

Dear Friends:
Let love of others continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.
Hebrews 11:1-2

We have so much to give! I pray that God would open our eyes so that we might see the areas in which we need to show love. Help us God to use your compassion as we give to others.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I planted, Apollos watered, but God [all the while] was making it grow and [God] gave the increase.
1 Corinthians 3:6

We are all called to do something ... our part it may be cleaning the church, feeding the homeless, being an usher or being on the prayer team! I believe God will give the increase if we do the watering ... which is our part!
What is your part? What is God calling you to do?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Nevertheless I have this against you, that yo have left your first love.
Revelation 2:4

Help me God to be a person who lives with integrity and shares honestly about Your love. Teach us to be authentic as we build healthy relationships with others. Remind us to tap back into You and to value the things You value. Teach us God to love you more and more ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Commit to God whatever you do and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3

Making a commitment is not always easy! We may commit for a while then when things get rough or we get tired we pull out we quit. If God is in your plans you will succeed in due time.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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We made 100 posts ... hopefully people are following the Valley Blog!

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that yo stand firm in one spirit, contending as one person for the faith of the gospel, without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you.
Philippians 1:2-28a

It is of utmost importance that you take care of your stuff! Stay on your side of the street when dealing with issues and problems. You can rise above the craziness if you stand firm in the Spirit.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Jesus said to them, do you bring in a lamp to put it under a bowl or a bed? Instead, don't you put it on a stand? For whatever is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed is meant to be brought out into the open. If anyone has ears to hear let them hear.
Mark 4:21-23

Things done for the wrong motive will be brought into Gods light! God teach us to hear You and obey what you called us to do.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
However we posses this precious treasure [the divine Light of the Gospel] in [frail human] vessels of earth, that the grandeur and exceeding greatness of the power may be shown to be of God and not from ourselves.
2 Corinthians 4:7

Our lives are a treasure for the purpose of God. We might forget at times to ask for Gods help to get through our frail condition. May the light of God shine through your life as you serve God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but [only] one receives the prize? So run [your race] that you may lay hold [of the prize] and make it yours.
1 Corinthians 9:24

Running a race takes training and practice! Living a life takes participation and trust. I pray that we would be people who are willing to fully live and take hold of the things God has given us to do! Then do them! What are you waiting for?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
So be done with every trace of wickedness all all deceit and insincerity and grudges, slander and evil speaking of every kind. Like new born babies you should crave the pure spiritual mile that by it you may be nurtured and grow into salvation.
1 Peter 2:1-2

We are called to grow up ... some people may get older but never grow spiritually. The sad thing is the growing up spiritually takes dedication, work, prayer, faithfulness and a dependence upon the Spirit of the living God. Where in your spiritual life do you need to grow up?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Moreover (let us also be full of joy now!] let us exult and triumph in our troubles and rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that pressures and affliction and hardship produce patient and unswerving endurance.
Romans 5:3

Even in difficult times it is important for us to exalt God through it ... we will get through!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Nevertheless, do not let this one fact escape you, beloved that with God one day is as a thousand years and a thousand years as one day. God does not delay and is not tardy or slow about what God promises, according to some people's conception of slowness, but God is long-suffering toward you , not desiring that any should perish but that all should turn to repentance.
2 Peter 3:8-9

I know from my own experience that God is not always early but never late!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Now we have this [hope] as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul [it cannot slip and it cannot break down under whoever steps out upon it - a hope] that reaches farther and enters into [the very certainty of the Presence] withing the veil, where Jesus has entered in for us [in advance] a Forerunner having become a High Priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.
Hebrews 6:19-20 (amp)

We have hope like an anchor that will not be moved! No matter what is going on around us we are anchored into Gods line ... Be encouraged and keep your hope in Christ.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that is the word of faith which we are speaking. That if you confess with your mouth Jesus is Sovereign and believe in your heart that God raise Him from the dead, you shall be saved.
Romans 10:8-9

Confession may be difficult at times but it is good for the soul ... take a moment now to confess. Allow the Spirit of God to refresh you with faith, hope and joy.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.
Philippians 2:1-2

When people of faith unite together for justice and purpose, powerful and positive things can and do happen! We are called to join together one with another! If you are not part of a community of faith I encourage you to get involved! God is calling you ... and so am I...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
For as high as the heavens are above the earth so great is Gods love for those who fear God. as far as the east is from the west, so far has God removed our transgressions from us.
Psalms 103:11-12

We can come to God and ask for forgiveness for those things we have done that will separate us from God. It is in this act of asking for forgiveness that we are able to receive from God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins.
1 Peter 4:8

We hear a lot about love ... we may not always experience unconditional love, but love does exist. We are called to work on loving others ... and it will cover us ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
As the Scripture says, "Anyone who trust in Christ will never be put to shame. For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile, the same God is God of all and richly blesses all call upon God.
Romans 10:11-12

This text reminds me that who ever is willing to believe and call upon God ... God hears the call and understands that there is no difference between the call of people. Gay, Straight, BI, Trans, or anything else ... Everyone who calls upon the Name of Jesus will be saved!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Dear Friends:
These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised. God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.
Hebrews 11:39-40

Hebrews 11 is considered the 'faith' chapter ... telling us how all the people did what they did by faith. The thing is God has something better planned when we exercise our faith. Are you moving in faith in your life? Or are you just going through the motions?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Int that day declares the Sovereign God, I will gather the lame; I will assemble the exiles and those I have brought to grief. I will make the lame a remnant, those driven away a strong nation.
Micah 4:6-7

Through out scripture we read how God takes the unlikely and restores the broken. I know that we may have many broken places in our lives ... but I also know God restores.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
My God will hear me. Do not rejoice over me, my enemy; when I fall, I will arise; when I sit in darkness, God will be a light to me.
Micah 7:7-8

Sometimes we have life's defeats and it may look as if success eludes us. Everyday we have the opportunity for a new beginning. I believe in the light of Christ and that we will be shown the way to go.
Begin again today ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
Do not quench (suppress or subdue) the (Holy) Spirit... But test and prove all things [until you can recognize what is good; [to that] hold fast.
1 Thessalonians 5:19 &21

The Holy Spirit will direct us as we learn what that means. It is different for everyone and it takes practice too.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
Be unceasing in prayer [praying perseveringly]: Thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks] for this is the will of God for you [who are] in Christ Jesus [the Revealer and the Mediator of that will].
1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 (amp)

It is not easy to praise God when negative things happen is it? At our Study last night we read about Job and how he would not curse God and in the end God blessed him. Many times we want the blessing of a double portion but are not willing to preserve or even pray through the difficulty. I encourage you today to persever in your time of prayer and to keep giving thanks!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Be happy [in your faith] and rejoice and be glad-hearted continually (always).
1 Thessalonians 5:15 (amp)

It may be difficult at times to be happy ... I am reminded of the song "Don't worry be Happy." Although it was corny it was a great message! And so today I encourage you to be happy.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I have been crucified with Christ: it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life I now live in the body I live by faith in (by adherence to and reliance on and complete trust in) the Son of God, who love me and gave Himself up for me.
Galatians 2:20 (amp)

Going through trials is nothing compared to what Christ went through as he was crucified. I am reminded of Gods grace and the gifts God has given us. My prayer today is that we would all use our gifts to the fullness God intended.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
For the weapons of our warfare are not physical [weapons of flesh and blood], but they are mighty before God for the overthrow and destruction of strongholds.
2 Corinthians 10:4

We are given the opportunity to bring everything before God! There are things in this life we might not understand but when given over to God we can overcome.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Submit yourselves then to God. Resist the devil and the devil will flee from you.
James 4:7

When you submit to God you surrender your will to do Gods will. Submit and resist are powerful ways in which you can be taken deeper spiritually with God.
God will help you as you resisting those things that temp you.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Therefore humble yourselves [demote, lower yourselves in your own estimation] under the mighty hand of God, that in due time God may exalt you.
1 Peter 5:6

Coming with humility before God is a very powerful thing! When we learn this valuable lesson we are able to come casting our cares upon God and God lifts us up when we do!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
And Jesus said to them, have you come out with swords and clubs as you would against a robber to capture Me? I was with you daily in the temple teaching and you did not seize Me; but this has happened that the Scriptures might be fulfilled.
Mark 14:48-49

During this Holy Week we read about the events that Jesus went through to the cross. I pray that we can follow the ways of His teaching, prayer and nonviolence working for justice.

Think upon the events of the Passion and remember the price that was paid for us.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
But if anyone builds upon the Foundation, whether it be with gold, silver. precious stone, wood, hay, straw, the work of each [one] will become known. (Shown for what it is):
1 Corinthians 3:12,13a

God knows our hearts and why we do what we do ... and one day it will be shown for what it is. I encourage you today to build your foundation upon God and clean your heart of ulterior motives.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Sow for yourselves according to righteousness (uprightness and right standing with God): reap according to mercy and loving-kindness. Break up your uncultivated ground, for it is time to seek God, to inquire for and of God and to require Gods favor, till God comes and teaches you righteousness and rains God's righteous gift of salvation upon you.
Hosea 10:12

Seek Gods favor upon your life! Live in the righteousness that God has given to you!
How awesome is God!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
For a day in Your courts is better than a thousand [anywhere else]: I would rather be a doorkeeper and stand at the threshold in the house of my God than to dwell [at ease] in the tents of wickedness.
Psalm 84:10

It may be difficult at times to profess our love for Christ but it is better than the ease of following right along with the things that are unjust. God help us to come out of our spiritual closets. Because when we do You will help us bring positive change to this desperate world.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Dear Friends:
For [it is] better to suffer [unjustly] for doing right, if that should be Gods will, than to suffer [justly] for doing wrong.
1 Peter 3:17

No one likes to suffer and it is especially difficult when we suffer from doing wrong. But there are times when doing right will still lead to some kind of pain and this will bring growth and understanding.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotional

Dear Friends:
The Spirit of God came upon Jahaziel .... and he said listen you inhabitants of Jerusalem and you king Jehoshapat. The Sovereign God says this to you: Be not afraid or dismayed at the great multitude; for the battle is not your but God's.
2 Chronicles 20:14a, 15

During worship the people were encouraged! The received a word of God from God before the fact! God is with you and will deliver you as you and that is cause to worship!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
But avoid stupid and foolish controversies and genealogies and dissensions and wrangling about the Law for they are unprofitable and futile.
Titus 3:9

We worry about things we need not worry about! God teach us to keep our minds and hearts stayed upon you and the message of your love.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Dear Friends:
These things I remember as I pour out my soul: how I used to go with the multitude, leading the procession to the house of God, with shouts of joy and thanksgiving among the festive throng.
Psalm 42:4

I am so thankful for the shouts of joy! I am thankful for the ability to join with a commuity of faith and worship!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
So you, my friends, be strong (strengthened inwardly) in the grace (spiritual blessing) that is [to be found only] in Christ Jesus.
2 Timothy 2:1

We gain strength inwardly when we go through difficult times leaning upon God. It is this strength that will get us past anything ... and everything!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I have told you these things, that My joy and delight may be in you, and that your joy and gladness may be of full measure and complete and overflowing! (Jesus)
John 15:11

Many times we allow circumstance that are out of our control ... control us! We are reminded in John 15 that we have been chosen and God has planted us for good even in the difficulties of life! Be encouraged today God is not finished with you just yet!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
So let us seize and hold fast and retain without wavering the hope we cherish and confess and our acknowledgement of it, for God Who promised is reliable (sure) and faithful to Gods Word.
Hebrews 10:23

God is faithful always ... We are encourage to be faithful and unwavering in our faith! Are you faithful? We all slip at times the main thing is that we get up and get going!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
For all the peoples [now] walk every one in the name of their god, but we will walk in the name of the Sovereign our God forever and ever. In that days says the Sovereign God I will assemble the lame and I will gather those who have been drive away and those whom I have afflicted. And I will make the lame a remnant and those who were cast off a strong nation; and God shall reign over them forever ...
Micah 4:5-7a

How many times has our community but cut off, left out, told to don't ask don't tell ...
In the end God will reign over us and bring us in and we will be made a strong nation. I pray for unity in our communities ...
IN Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
But the just shall live by faith and if you draw back and shrink in fear My soul has no delight or pleasure in them. But our way is not that of those who draw back but we are of those who believe and by faith preserve the soul.
Hebrews 10:38-39

Using faith is not checking out when the going get tough. Using faith is not taking a break when God is dealing with you. Using faith is putting one foot in front of the other even when you don't feel like doing it. Using faith does not draw back but faith preserves and grows so that the next time you don't have to go through the same old things!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Beloved, do not imitate evil, but imitate good. The person who does good is of God: the one who does evil has not seen (discerned or experienced) God [has enjoyed no vision of God and does not know God at all].
3 John 11 (amp)

We see evil and it is not pleasing. We may experience it on some levels ... and it is not pleasing. We must do our best to show goodness, mercy and kindness in all of our actions. God teach us Your ways of peace so that we may imitate You in our lives.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
And what this love consists in is this: that we live and walk in accordance with and guided by Gods commandments (God orders, ordinances, precepts, teachings). This is the commandment, as you have heard from the beginning, that you continue to walk in love [guided by it and following it].
2 John Verse 6

What's love got to do with it?
Everything ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
For the [true] love of God is this: that we do Gods commands [keep Gods ordinances and are mindful of God precepts and teaching.] And these orders of God are not irksome (burdensome, oppressive, or grievous).
1 John 5:3 (amp)

Doing the will of God takes practice! Many times the other options look easier or better. But keeping the commands of God is always the way of love, hope, justice and doing what is right even if no one is looking.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Now this is the confidence that we have in God, that if we ask anything according to Gods will, God hears us.
1 John 5:14

Because the power of prayer is made possible by Gods answer, we would do well to consider thoughtfully what we ask for. I have learned from my own experience that we always get what we need and sometimes what we've asked for is not at all what we need.
Happy prayers ...
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Oh God of our salvation, You who are the confidence of all the ends of the earth ... You make the outgoings of the morning and evening rejoice.
Psalm 65:5,8

I pray for Gods wisdom to bring us into step with the way of the Spirit. Allow us God to follow Your lead and only go if You go before us.
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Bring all the tithes (the whole tenth of your income) into the storehouse, that there may be food in MY house, and prove Me now by it, says the Sovereign God of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.
Malachi 3:10

When we are obedient to bring our part into Gods house God is faithful to pour out a blessing so great we will not be able to contain it! See how awesome God always is!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
And this is the message [the message of promise] which we have heard from God and are now reporting to you: God is Light, and there is no darkness in God at all [no not in any way].
1 John 1:5 (amp)

God sometimes gets a bad rap! I have heard a lot of negative things lately! What is amazing to me is that we look toward the light (God) then we would not focus so much on all the negative! Where is your focus been lately?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Above all things have intense and unfailing love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins [forgives and disregard the offenses of other].
1 Peter 4:8

It is not always easy to forgive and allow love to cover the hurts. Is there someone you need to forgive? Ask God to help you ...

Be Blessed in this day!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Sovereign God is to be praised.
Psalm 113:3

Praising God will encourage you in difficult times!
Praising God will lead you to the place of peace!
Praising God will teach you spiritual disciplines.

Praise God Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:

"If we had no faults, we should not take pleasure in noting those of others."
Francois VI, duc de La Rochefoucauld

I am reminded of the story in scripture of the woman caught in adultery ... and those getting ready to stone her ... Jesus bends down and draws something on the ground then tells them ... the one without sin cast the first stone ... Of course they leave without casting a stone ... great moral. May we too be mindful of this.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.
Psalm 51:11

We have all fallen short of Gods glory ... in other words we have sin. Our sin however does not have to keep us distant from God. If we are willing to turn toward Jesus we will be forgiven! Help us God to understand we don't have to go it alone!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

As the heaven are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Isaiah 55:9

We learn things sometimes by trial and error. We learn by doing, reading, seeing and many other ways. Even in our understanding of life, things, and processes ... Gods ways are higher. If I could just elevate my thoughts toward understanding God I would grow by leaps and bounds. May it be so ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Sovereign God is to be praised.
Psalm 113:3

We can get all caught up in the doom and gloom of the news reports! Or we can remember if we are servant of God, well ... God has us covered. Praise God from whom all blessings flow!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

The person who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
James 1:6

Doubt is something that can creep in slowly and take over. Doubt can also hit you like a ton of bricks ... One way to overcome this doubt is to "act as if" ... When you move toward the light of God you will be given all that you need. Don't let doubt have an inch in your life! Remember you can do all things through Christ!

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:

Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of Gods knowledge in every place.
2 Corinthians 2:14

I thank God for the countless times one of you have made a difference in my life, in the lives of others and in the world. We have been given a powerful testimony as we overcome times of trouble. I pray for Gods truth and love to surround you where ever you go today.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

Do not complain brothers and sisters against one another, so that you [yourselves] may not be judged. Look! The judge is [already] standing at the very door.
James 5:9 (amp)

How many times have we complained about someone else? Their lack of action, faith or concern? When we complain about others we bring judgement upon our own lives. Maybe instead of complaining we can ask God for wisdom and direction to help people who may be struggling.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:

So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against evil] and the enemy will flee from you.
James 4:7

Is your life fully subjected to God? Are your motives pure, is your heart open to Gods leading? Living a life that is subject to God means daily inventory, daily prayer, and a molding by the Masters hand. Take a stand today!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.
Philippians 4:12

So often we place our happiness on the things we think we may posses. But I wonder ... do the things posses us? Learning to abound when we have little is when we tap into the power of God.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person avails much.
James 5:16

I confess I don't know how to pray what is best for people. I many not always do right but my intent is for right even in my prayers. I ask for Gods guidance to help me so that my words can be intercessory prayers for others.

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Wait on God; be of good courage, and God shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say on God.
Psalm 27:14

No matter how many battles we face in life we will never overcome if we give up! Be focused on the word of God and you will be empowered.

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls ...
Jeremiah 6:16

Do your repeat the same mistakes over and over? Hopefully Not! We can learn so much by look at the past but not reliving it. Too many live in the past and miss the rest of the days ... Are you one of those individual? If you are I encourage you to release the past and live in today!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ also forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32

I confess God that it is not always easy to love and forgive others as You God have loved me! Teach me to keep at it and cast my cares upon You. I pray for your healing upon all relationships ...

In Christ Rev. Terri

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Dear Friends:
And let us not lose Heart and grow weary and faint in acting nobly and doing right, for in due time and at the appointed season we shall reap, if we do not loosen and relax our courage and faint.
Galatinas 6:9

Most of the time seeking peace for situations is much harder than the alterentative. We must not grow weary in our noble actions! God is with you, so keep doing what is right even if it is difficult!

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs , singing with grace in your hearts to God.
Colossians 3:16

When others share their insight and experience we may realize we are not alone! The same may be true for others when you share. We can admonish each other with songs, words, worship, and other gifts God has given to us! Are you using your gifts?

In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy,peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness. Gentleness, humility, self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22&23

These are the Fruit of the Spirit that we are called to live out. It is something we are challenged to live out every day! And when we do amazing happens! Are fruits of your live viable?

In Christ Rev. Terri