Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Be earnest and unwearied and steadfast in your prayer [life], being [both] alert and intent in [your praying] with thanksgiving.
Colossians 4:2

'The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature
of the one who prays.' - S›ren Kierkegaard

Prayer always has the potential to change us more than anything!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Blessed God O my soul, and forget not all of Gods benefits, Who forgives all of your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases. Who redeems your life from the pit and corruption. Who beautifies, dignifies and crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercy.
Psalm 103:2-4

God we need and seek your healing for those things that are trying to invade our bodies. Sickness, bone spurs, upset stomachs, cancer, and the likes ... are no match for You. We give thanks today for your tender mercy of healing.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Behold I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be therefore wise as serpents and harmless as doves.
Matthew 10:16

This verse remind me that in the work God has called us to do we must use Godly wisdom. We must be willing to do the difficult things in our dealing with the challenges of life. We need not be a door mat but we must also be compassionate and wise.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Giving thanks always for all things unto God in the name of Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:20

Your happiness may well depend on the depth and development of your gratitude. Give thanks to God for the air that you breath, the sights that you see and the abundance you have been given! Give thanks for your health and healing! Make a list of those other things to be thankful for! May Gods Blessings flow into your life! Amen
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Whoever speaks, [let them do it as one who utters] oracles of God; whoever renders service, do it as with the strength which God furnishes abundantly, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ (The Messiah). To God be the glory and dominion forever and ever (through endless ages) Amen.
1 Peter 4:11

God calls us to live a life of service and will furnish abundant strength for us as we follow in the path of Jesus. When we stray from God is when we see problems arise. Getting connected to God is powerful and God will always give you what you need especially when you are in service for God. Your gifts are needed in the body of Christ and I encourage you to get plugged into your local community of faith.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For everyone that asks receives and the one that seeks finds, and to the one that knocks it shall be opened.
Matthew 7:8

Gods grace is available to all of us as we travel through this life time. Ask, seek and find Gods grace! This is Gods grace that is big enough to cover the experiences of life!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Gods compassions fail not.
Lamentations 3:22

God cares about us and how we feel but feelings many not necessarily be Gods foremost principle. Even the most spiritual don't always have devout feelings. Christian love toward God or others in a concern of the will. Someting I like to remember is that though our feelings come and go Gods love for us does not.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But earnestly desire and zealously cultivate the greatest and best gifts and graces. And yet I will show you a still more excellent way. [one that is better by far and highest of them all - love]
1 Corinthians 12:31

'We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.' -
Aristotle

Have an Excellent Day!
in Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
[Those who follow the LORD are firmly planted, healthy, and full of life.] Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away…Psalm 1:4

It is easy to rely on temporary things even when there are no apparent benefits rather than eternal rewards. Lord help us to rely on you and to seek your kingdom and righteous prior to seeking anything else.

In Christ
~~Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Isaiah 55:9

The gifts and blessings of God are supreme! God I pray that you would fill our lives with hopes and dreams that are only possible by serving you! Then teach us to serve where you have placed us, teach us to be faithful and not shrink back. We can only do this with Your help!

In Christ
Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Be ever mindful of the days gone by in which, after you were first spiritually enlightened, you endured a great and painful struggle. (32) Do not, therefore fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward. (35)
Hebrews 10:32 and 35

Spiritual struggles will bring glorious compensation. We have the choice to do better or to stay stuck in fear. We have the choice to project our fears out to others or keep growing even when it is painful. You who have been spiritually enlightened are encouraged to be the positive examples and yet many leave, or run away because it is a great challenge to stay. Don't let fear of difference run you away from God, your church, your life!

In Christ
Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.
Colossians 4:5

Living in wisdom does not happen by accident. There are many opportunities for us to use Godly wisdom instead of 'acting' out. Instead of using discretion we get side tracked by criticism and judgement. I have been told you are either part of the problem or part of the solution ... Using wisdom helps us live in the solutions of life. I believe we must take advantage of every situation to live and move and have our being in the way of Godly wisdom. How can you do better in this area of your life?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
John 15:11

Amazing things happen in your life when you allow God to fill you and have first place in your heart. Joy can't be bought and it is not happiness but joy is fullness even in hardship. Joy is what God desires for us to have in the full. If you are not living in joy evaluate your relationship with Christ.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For [it is] better to suffer [unjustly] for doing right, if that should be God's will, than to suffer [justly] for doing wrong.
1 Peter 3:17 (Amp)

It may hurt to do the right thing but it is always better than having to live a lie or cover up the wrong doings. God is always with us surrounding us with healing and hope. Put your focus and intentions on doing the right things and you will overcome!
In Christ Rev Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through Jesus Christ; by whom also we have access by faith into this grace where in we stand and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
Romans 5:1-2

Our faith in God through Christ will get us through every difficulty if we are willing to use it. Sing, rejoice and be glad for all that you have been given.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Sovereign God forever!
Psalm 23:6

How many times have we spoke Psalms 23 and totally missed the goodness and mercy that will follow us everyday. I am so thankful for Gods mercy and goodness and I am blessed beyond measure. I give thanks today for all that God has given to us.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
God, You will ordain peace (God's favor and blessing, both temporal and spiritual) for us, for You have also wrought in us and for us all our works.
Isaiah 26:12

Ordained Peace is something we need right now especially with people wanting to burn holy books and spread fear instead of Gods peace. Help us Oh God.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
In keeping with [the oath's greater strength and force], Jesus has become the Guarantee of a better (stronger) agreement [a more excellent and more advantageous covenant].
Hebrews 7:22

There is no better way to find yourself than to look through the lens of Christ. Our Gods love is stronger than anything we can think or imagine! Christ is our Guarantee of a better life ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Here [comes in a call for] the steadfastness of the saints [the patience, the endurance of the people of God], those who [habitually] keep God's commandments and [their] faith in Jesus.
Revelation 14:12

It is not always easy to keep good habits of prayer, study and action ... (amen) But that is exactly what God is calling us to do! Set your goals today to pray for _____ minutes, study for _____ minutes and then live out your day with steadfasness.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Become useful and helpful and kind to one another, tenderhearted (compassionate, understanding, loving- hearted) Forgiving one another [readily and freely] as God in Christ forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32 (amp)

There is no such thing as a 'perfect church' and sometimes members and friends need to remember that because we are hopefully all trying to share the forgiveness message that comes from Christ. Please forgive me if I have hurt your feelings, or done something that you took as wrong. Please forgive others of the hurts they may have casued because if we don't we will keep hurting and we will hurt others in the process. Thank you God for the forgiveness you have given to each one of us.

In Christ
Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And the ransomed of God shall return and come to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their heads: they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee.
Isaiah 35:10

The songs of love, hope, healing and everlasting joy will be upon us. Return to the embrace of Gods tender mercies and receive the living water.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Heal me O God and I shall be healed, save me and I shall be saved, for You are my priase!
Jeremiah 17:14

In need of healing? Start giving thanks and praise even though you don't 'feel' like it. Let the words of praise fall from your lips and the healing of God touch you inside and out! Prasie Praise Praise ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!
Proverbs 16:16

God grant us the wisdom that comes from knowing You have chosen us. Teach us to reach for your goodness and not the property of the world.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.
Romans 8:6

I like to think that I am spiritually minded but unfortunately I don't always succeed in the thought process. I think how will this effect me, my family, our church and forget ... that God is working. God help me to do better!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For the Word That God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature] exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12 (Amp)

Wow Gods word works on the inside of us to our very soul. That is why it is so important to read and study and allow the word which is new fresh and alive to minister to you.
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 in the rebellion [of Israel] and their provocation and embitterment [of Me] in the day of testing in the wilderness.
Hebrews 3:7-8

To hear Gods voice you must listen above your own thoughts, past, garbage, and self talk. God is always trying to get our attention but your hard heart hinders that work. What do you have a hard heart about? Partner? Work? Church? Past? ... God is speaking to us and will speak if we will listen!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For [of course] every house is built and furnished by someone, but the Builder of all things and the Furnisher [of the entire equipment of all things] is God.
Hebrews 2:4 (Amp)

We may forget sometimes that God is the true owner and designer of our lives! God build us up so that we may better serve You. Teach us to see beyond the 'things' and share the power of eternal life.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Walt Disney said 'All our dreams can come true - if we have the courage to pursue them.' Courage is a funny thing when it comes to our own lives ... we may have the courage to tell a friend to hang on or to keep going but we don't do it ourselves.
It takes courage to live in Faith through Christ. Just remember that Jesus said greater things will you do in My Name! Do we have the courage to be the person God is calling us to be?

In Christ Rev. Terri

'When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.' - Franklin D. Roosevelt"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Let us therefore be zealous and exert ourselves and strive diligently to enter that rest [of God, to know and experience it for ourselves] that no one may fall or perish by the same kind of unbelief and disobedience [into which those in the wilderness fell].
Hebrews 4:11

The word diligently sticks out to me because being a person of faith takes diligence! It takes being obedient to God and doing what you must even when you don't 'feel' like it. We must stir our gifts up and be zealous in Christ so we don't fall into disobedience.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"ear Friends:
A soft answer turns away wrath; but grievous words stir up anger. The tongue of the wise utters knowledge rightly, but the mouth of the [self-confident] fool pours out folly.
Proverbs 15:1-2 (Amp)

Our words have power to bring Gods healing or pain, wisdom or cheep talk, truth in love or half truths that eventually hurt. How are you using your words?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But the just shall live by faith [My righteous servant shall live by their convictions respecting humanity's relationship to God and divine things, and holy fervor born of faith and conjoined with it] and if the person draws back and shrinks in fear, My soul has no delight in them.
Hebrews 10:38 (Amp)

Our relationship with God and divine things is to be respected by our faith. Our faith gets us through, our faith helps us move beyond the fear, our faith is born of God and we need not shrink back from it!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Your word have I laid up in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Blessed are You O God; Teach me your statutes.
Psalm 119:11-12

Reading and studying the word will help you grow spiritually and no one can do that for you except you. I pray that we will have a desire to allow Gods word to penetrate our lives. Teach us God ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But if anyone build upon the Foundation, whether it be with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, the work of each [one] will become [plainly,openly] known (shown for what it is): for the day [of Christ] will disclose and declare it, because it will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test and critically appraise the character and worth of the work each person has done.
1 Corinthians 3:12-12

When you got through the testing fire what do you do? It is the testing that allows us growth and the secrets of the heart to be revealed. God knows you ... and the character God wants to build in you ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"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

When we seek to be like Christ we realize the sufficiency of life. We can have that inner strength when things around us may be falling apart! We know that there is empowerment in the strength of Christ. Yeah God. I hope you have found the Christ Who loves you, empowers you and will lead you! I invite you to go to service in your local community of faith this week.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Saints:
Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests) with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God.
Philippians 4:6

How many times have you let fret, anxiety or worry get the better of you? It doesn't do any good to worry or fret it just takes energy away from prayer and having a positive attitude. I believe Gods peace will surround us and will guard us as we turn our energy toward the eternal God.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Now faith is being sure of what we hpe for and certain of what we do not see.
Hebrews 11:1

'It gives me a deep, comforting sense that things seen are temporal and things unseen are eternal.'
Helen Keller

Check out our UTube message on Understanding www.valleyministrie s.com
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Does not wisdom call out?
Does not understanding rise her voice?
On the heights along the way, where the path meet, she takes her stand ...
Proverbs 8:1-2

What I understand today may be the very thing that leads to the depth of wisdom if I am open to God. May you find the Spirit of Gods wisdom as you live your life!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Therefore encourage (admonish exhort) one another and edify (strengthen and build up) one another, just as you are doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11

It only takes a minute to send and email of encouragement, or a thinking of you card, even a text message or a phone call can encourage others. Who have you encouraged lately? I am reminded that when we need encouragement it comes back to us as we give it. I want to encourage you today so consider this your positive word for today! You are an awesome individual and I am thankful for you.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But now put away and rid yourselves [completely] of all these things; anger, rage, bad feeling toward others, curses and slander, and foulmouthed abuse and shameful utterances from your lips.
Colossians 3:8 (Amp)

It may seem easier to spew out things and hold on to anger and ill feelings about others. When we do however it limits us and stagnates us because we are held captive by these things. In reality everyone is trying to make it through the days. We may not always be at our best, we may fall short or make mistakes. But I would hope that we know that as people of faith we have the best interest of other in our hearts. I know I do ... May God bless you and keep you along this journey.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
See that none of you repays another with evil for evil, but always aim to show kindness and seek to do good to one another and to everybody.
1 Thessalonians 5:15

People are not always nice! But we must seek to show kindness even in our own pain. I've heard it said that 'Hurting People Hurt People'. If you are hurting reach out to someone, talk with them, ask for help and don't expect others to know you are struggling or hurting unless you tell them!
in Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Friends:

'And going a little farther, He threw Himself upon the ground on His face and prayed saying, My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass away from Me; nevertheless, not what I will [not what I desire], but as You will and desire (Matthew 26:39, Amp).'

Even Jesus understood the suffering he would experience on the cross. Yet,he was willing to be obedient at any cost. What are you willing to endure to honor your commitment to God? Are you willing to accept the cost in order to gain something of worth (eternal life) in the end?

In Christ, Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For the [true] love of God is this: that we do Gods commands [keep Gods ordinances and are mindful of Gods precepts and teaching]. And these orders of Gods are not irksome (burdensome, oppressive, or grievous). For whatever is born of God is victorious over the world; and this is the victory that conquers the world, even our faith.
1 John 5:3-4

Loving God and putting God first and love others is the new command Jesus gave. Victory is knocking on our door step if we could just use our faith to dispel the nay sayers! You my friend are God victory plan ... don't forget that!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Humble yourselves [feeling very insignificant] in the presence of God, and God will exalt you [God will lift you up and make your life's significant. ]
James 4:10

God I humbly come before you and I give you my my life to lift up ! I pray for Your presence to fill me! I pray for Your presence to fill our homes, church, community and our world. I lift You up God ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything by prayer and petition (definite requests) with thanksgiving continue to make your wants known to God.
Philippians 4:6

I for one need to be reminded not to worry or fret about 'things'. Things have a way of getting in the way of Gods will when we get distracted by them. The answer ... prayer and petition, doing what you know to do, allowing God to be first place and pray some more!

In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Keep justice, do and use righteousness (conformity to the will of God which brings salvation) for My salvation is soon to come and My righteousness (My rightness and justice) to be revealed.
Isaiah 56:1

Gods salvation is available for every person who will receive it. I've heard so many negative things about the word salvation but I believe it is a powerful and loving word that God has given. I believe we must take back word and make it positive. Justice work is about that ... May God be revealed in you.
in Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do all things without grumbling and faultfinding and complaining [against God] and questioning and doubting [among yourselves].
Philippians 2:14

Many times those who grumble and complain don't want to do anything except that! What are you doing that is part of the solution instead of creating more turmoil or problems? Think about your actions lately ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For as the human body apart from the spirit is lifeless, so faith apart from [its] works of obedience is also dead.
James 2:26

In James 2 we read about some people that made a difference by using actions of their faith. It was not convenient or even safe but they chose to live by faith in action. How about you are you professing your faith with words and actions? Or are you saying you have faith but have not yet moved to action? I encourage you to move into action because we learned that faith without works is dead.

In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not, therefore, fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward.
Hebrews 10:35

Many times you may have to endure painful struggles. These struggles can build your confidence and carry you through many difficulties! Be steadfast and use Godly endurance so that you may overcome!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not, therefore, fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward.
Hebrews 10:35

Many times you may have to endure painful struggles. These struggles can build your confidence and carry you through many difficulties! Be steadfast and use Godly endurance so that you may overcome!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
... If you will diligently listen to the voice of your God and do what is right in Gods sight, and will listen to and obey Gods commandments and keep all of Gods statues, I ill put none of the diseases upon you which I brought upon the Egyptians, for I am the Sovereign God who heals you.
Exodus 15:26 (amp)

Seeking healing is more than going to the doctor ... you usually do what the doctor tells you to do don't you? Gods healing is like that in some ways because we must do what we can to obey and keep the spiritual commitments of God. Healing is within Gods power and I seek Gods healing in my life you can do the same!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
O God, You are my God, earnestly will I seek You; my inner self thirsts for You, my flesh longs and is faint for You, in a dray and weary land where no water is.
Psalms 63:1

Are you playing hide and seek with God?
Does your inner self wander and wonder? Then blame God for the struggle ... when you have been hiding from the reality of all of Gods love ... God is always present and will not hide from You and I encourage you not to hide from God.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
It is God Who confirms and makes us steadfast and establishes us [in joint fellowship] with you in Christ and has consecrated and anointed us [enduring us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit].
2 Corinthians 1:21

God confirms the blessed gifts by encouraging us to use them wisely. What are you called to do that you are not doing?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Remind people to be submissive to [their] magistrates and authorities, to be obedient, to be prepared and willing to do any upright and honorable work. To slander or abuse or speak evil of no one, to avoid being contentious to be forbearing (yielding,gentle, and conciliatory) , and to show unqualified courtesy toward everyone.
Titus 3:1-2

Being submissive does not mean being a door mat for others. If we are obedient and prepared for the work we are called to do then we will be able to stand firm and be clear with acceptable and healthy boundaries. In all of this we still need to extend courtesy to others.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For this very reason, adding your diligence [to the divine promises] employ every effort in exercising your faith to develop virtue (excellence; resolution, Christina energy) an in exercising virtue [develop] knowledge (intelligence) .
2 Peter 1:5

We are told to develop in knowledge and we do that in may ways. We can read, write and discuss issues? I believe we can increase our base of knowledge by developing self-control and being steadfast with our service as well spending time with God in prayer! I am praying for your spiritual development! Amen
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"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 concreted people), as you still do.
Hebrews 6:10

Remember the things you do for others are a blessing unto God and God will pour a blessing and favor over your life! Keep on keeping on!
Remember to attend your place of worship this weekend and give God praise for being free to worship!

In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
As each of you has received a gift (a particular spiritual talent, a gracious divine endowment), employ it for one another as [befits] good trustees of God's many-sided grace [faithful stewards of the extremely diverse powers and gifts granted to Christians by unmerited favor]
1 Peter 4:10

Each one of us has been given spiritual talents by God to use to benefit others. What have you done lately with the gifts you have been given? God has some unmerited favor to pour over you and you will be blessed.

As a pastor I know the struggle of trying to empower people to see beyond their own needs to help others, I pray that God would open your eyes to the areas of service where you are needed and have the ability to serve! Amen
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not, therefore fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward. For you have need of steadfast patience and endurance, so that you may perform and fully accomplish the will of God, and thus receive and carry away [and enjoy to the full] what is promised.
Hebrews 10:35-36

I like to say don't give away your power ... you have the ability for greatness! If you can be steadfast and endure through the tough times you will see and experience what has been promised.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not spurn the gift and utterances of the prophets but test and prove all things [until you can recognize] what is good [to that hold fast.]
1 Thessalonians 5:20-21

Listen always for what is good and put your focus there! Look for the good in others and keep your energy testing and holding fast to the good. There are always things that try to disrupt the good and the positive things in life.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Let us therefore, receiving a kingdom that is firm and stable and cannot be shaken, offer to God pleasing service and acceptable worship, with modesty and pious care and godly fear and awe; For our God [is indeed] a consuming fires.
Hebrews 12:28-29 (amp)

Are our acts of worship and service pleasing to God? If you have missed worship lately there is no time like the present to come home to the heart of God. See you on Sunday ... I hope!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And above all these [put on] love and enfold yourselves with the bond of perfectness [which binds everything together completely in ideal harmony.]
Colossians 3:14

Putting on love means that you don't always get your way! We are told to be gentle and forbearing with one another and by doing so we can work out the grievance we may have with self and others. Think the best of others and allow God to enter the situations of struggle.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground, and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem fell down before the Sovereign God worshipping.
2 Chronicles 20:18

It is amazing that we can worship God in spirit and in truth and when we worship battles are won! What battle do you need to lay down before God in worship? Give God praise and glory today for the battle is not ours but Gods.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Friends:
The Jews were amazed and asked, how did this man get such learning without having studied? Jesus answered, 'My teaching is not my own. It comes from God who sent me (John 7:15-16, NIV).

God we thank you for revealing yourself to us in Jesus and for speaking your words of truth through your Son. Continue to help us as we seek to understand and obey Jesus' words and honor your will.

In Christ, Vergie

Enjoy the holiday and be safe. Pastor Terri resumes the daily devotion on 7/5."

Daily Devotion

"Friends:

But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal (Matt 6:20, New American Standard).

What if you were asked to give up your house, car or money to follow Jesus? Depending upon your response, you can determine what or whom you are serving? Lets remove the barriers that keep us from serving God fully. Nothing should hinder or stand in the way when it comes to following Jesus.

In Christ, Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Friends:

For what does it profit anyone to gain the whole world, and forfeit their life [in the eternal kingdom of God]? For what can anyone give as an exchange (a compensation, a ransom, in return) for their [blessed] life [in the eternal kingdom of God]? (Mark 8:36-37 Amp)

How many times have you found yourself expending energy seeking materialistic possessions, position or power? Remember to keep in mind that whatever we accomplished on earth is temporary and not worthy of losing your soul. However, a life spent following Jesus allows us to live abundantly and have eternal life.

In Christ, Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the Kingdom of God like a child will never enter it.-- (Mark 10:15 NIV)

We have many life experiences that has taken us past the ability to be as innocent as a child. However Jesus does not ask us to forget our experiences; but Jesus does require an attitude adjustment. If we are to enter God's Kingdom, we must accept confess our needs, accept God's goodness and commit our lives to God's guidance.

In Christ, Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Therefore I always exercise and discipline my self [mortifying my body, deadening my carnal affections, bodily appetites and world desires, endeavoring in all respects] to have a clear (unshakable, blameless) conscience, void of offense toward God and toward others.
Acts 24:16 (amp)

Being disciplined with our attitude is as important as being disciplined in other areas of our life. How can you be better disciplined? Here are some ideas;
1. Create a to do list
2. Set some Personal Goals
3. Ask for Gods direction and guidance
4. Seek some good counsel ...
There are many others but hopefully you get the idea.
Have a blessed Weekend as you attend and participate in your community of faith!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
God on high is mightier and more glorious than the noise of many waters, yes, than the mighty breakers and waves of the sea.
Psalm 93:4

Coming home from Oregon last November we drove the coastal route California Highway One. We saw the mighty breakers of the ocean and the spay of the water over the rocks. Amazing, Powerful, and Mighty ... I could actually feel Gods presence Alpha and Omega ... God can take care of any needs you have ... just give them up!
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 ...
Hebrews 3:7-8a

Your heart is an important factor in your relationship with God. If you are hard hearted and closed minded you will lose out on many benefits of God. I encourage you today to open your heart and your mind to allow the Spirit of God inside so that you may be renewed.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Withstand the enemy; be firm in faith [against the onset-rooted, established, strong, immovable and determined,] knowing that the same (identical) sufferings are appointed to others (the whole body of Christ) throughout the world.
1 Peter 5:9

Gods grace is always sufficient for the trial and temptations you may face and these temptations and trials are nothing new. Many others face even more difficulty than you do so give thanks and withstand the devils schemes.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

Friends,

Jesus replied, 'I tell you the truth, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree; but also you can say to this mountain, go throw yourself into the sea, and it will be done.'
Matthew 21:21 (NIV)

What type of mountains are you facing today? Have you talked to God about your mountains? How strong will your faith be when the storms of life are raging?

In Christ,
Vergie"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And let us consider and give attentive, continuous care to watching over one another, studying how we may stir up (stimulate and incite) to love and helpful deeds and noble activities.
Hebrews 10:24 (amp)

When was the last time you encouraged someone from your community of faith? We all need to be lifted up in prayer and hear something positive. I encourage you right now to think of one person who may need to be lifted up in prayer and pray for them, maybe pick up the phone and call them or send them a card. You never know what your words will do for them! Encouragement goes along way!
Be Encouraged Today!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
So teach us to number our days, that we may get us a heart of wisdom.
Psalm 90:12

Setting our heart and focus on God first will give us direction and priorities for each day. God be with us today lead us, teach us, show us, encompass your Spirit around us I pray.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Though God we shall do valiantly, for God is who shall tread down our adversaries.
Psalms 60:12

It is up to God to repay those injustices done! Hear our cries Almighty God and let justice roll down like a mighty river in our actions.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Commitment
Written by Rev. Terri Miller

Why do I hesitate to give God my All
I do believe that it is me that God has called

Do I really think I’m able to run life’s race;
without the compassion of Gods grace?

Can I take the first step and then on to the next?
Doing whatever it takes to live out the holy text?

Maybe its fear that has hold of my faith
Or could it be I need commitment to take its place?

We make excuses for our life and say ”One more day”
And yet one more day may never come our way

Jesus hung on a cross for you and for me
The least we could do is share Gods liberty

Instead we complain and fail to commit
Because we often see we are the ones that do not fit

There is more to life than our circle of friends
God calls us to come and to make amends

With passion we can serve and commitment we give
Without the past of the fear to re-live

No matter what happened and no matter how
Its time to commit and the time is now!"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And one night God said to Paul in a vision. Have no fear, but speak and do not keep silent. For I am with you, and no person shall assault you to harm you, for I have many people in this city.
Acts 18:9-10

We need not live in fear because God have many people, so if God has people ... we have people ... God is with you.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of boldness) which we have in Christ:[we are sure] that if we ask anything (make any request) according to Gods will (in agreement with Gods own plan), God listens to and hears us.
1 John 5:14

If we could just begin to understand that God has our best interest at heart then when negative things happen to us we would be able to handle them better. I would encourage you to have confidence in God and Gods plan not your own idea of what should happen. I know ... easy to say ... harder to do! But with God all things are possible!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Understand [this] my beloved. Let every person be quick to hear [a ready listener] slow to speak, slow to take offense and to get angry. For a persons anger does not promote the righteousness God [wishes and requires].
James 1:19-20

Anger is one of many emotions we have and yet there are some very specific instructions about not getting or staying angry! Sometimes our anger is out of selfishness, or the failure to really listen. Sadly some people have years of anger at parents, partners, or others. If you have anger inside seek help from God, Counselor, or some other positive source. Anger will kill you if it is allow to have a home in you.
Remember don't let any one steal you JOY!
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 it time to seek God, to inquire for and of God, and to require Gods favor, till God comes and teaches you righteousness and rains Gods righteous gift of salvation upon you. Hosea 10:12 (amp)

I love this verse that encourages us to break up the uncultivated ground in our life! Amazing things happen when we make the necessary break from the negative toward God and Gods favor! Look for it ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"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 [I will not fear or dread or be terrified] What can humanity do to me?
Hebrews 13:6 (amp)

Sometimes we may let fear over take us instead of allowing God, the Creator to help us. It is of no benefit when we operate in fear! I encourage you to take on Gods holy mantle and live your life in that boldness.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Let everything you do be done in love (true love to God and humanity as inspired by God's love for us).
1 Corinthians 16:14

We continually need to practice the gift of Gods love. Check your motives in regard to what you do and how you do it and if it is not done with the right motive then you may want to rethink doing it. Love will win out every time!
Be blessed today!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Practice what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and model your way of living on it, and the God of peace (of untroubled, undisturbed well-being) will be with you.
Philippians 4:9

Spiritual maturity is putting into practice the blessings of God even if you don't always get what you want. God always provides what you need and either way Gods blessings will be poured out and we just need the wisdom to know it.
You my friend are blessed ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
[The purpose is] that through the church the complicated, many-sided wisdom of God in all its infinite variety and innumerable aspects might now be made known to the angelic rulers and authorities (principalities and powers) in the heavenly sphere.
Ephesians 2:10

It is up to the people who are the church to use every gift that God has given them. The church has been equipped with the many sided wisdom of God -- oh how I love that. Now ... God I pray for our people who you have given this wisdom: to step up, be faithful, and serve so that many more will come to know your love, hope and grace. Amen

In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For in the midst on an ordeal of severe tribulation, their abundance of joy and their depth of poverty [together] have overflowed in wealth of lavish generosity on their part.
2 Corinthians 8:2

How do we act and what do we give In our times of severe trouble? This is not the time to check out but step up and your life will be overflowing. God has a plan for you but you must be willing to stay with it even in difficulties. When you do a wealth of lavishness will be poured over you! I am looking forward to it ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
The night is far gone and the day is almost here. Let us then drop (fling away) the works and deeds of darkness and put on the [full] armor of light.
Romans 13:12

How many times have we wasted precious time with deeds that are not so honorable? I pray God will teach us, lead us, help us to lead lives of the light.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient [possessing enough to require no aid or support and furnished in abundance for every good work and charitable donation.]
2 Corinthians 9:8 (amp)

Giving to God is a positive and powerful way to extend blessings upon our own lives. It is in our giving that the deeds of God are able to be done. Give your full measure and you will be blessed.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But the voice answered a second time from heaven, What God has cleansed and pronounced clean, do not you defile and profane by regarding or calling it common or unhallowed or unclean.
Acts 11:9

God has instructed through out history about bring in those who may be different or considered on the fringes. These are the very people God has gifted and granted inclusion. What God has called holy is people who may be different!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.
Matthew 17:21

The disciples were having a hard time with the evil spirit and when Jesus came along he healed the boy. Jesus reminds them that prayer and fasting is needed to overcome this kind of adversity. And in the previous verse Jesus told them nothing will be impossible to you! When was the last time you had a prayer and fasting day? I encourage you to set aside some time to fast and pray it will help you get closer to God.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Acquaint now yourself with God [agree with God and show yourself to be conformed to Gods will] and be at peace; by that [you shall prosper and great] good shall come to you.
Job 22:21 (amp)

This scripture texts reminds me to get back to the basics of knowing God personally. When we acquaint ourselves with God we will find the peace we need and our lives will prosper. I am reminded of the bumper sticker that says 'know God know peace, no God no peace'!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And show your own self in all respect, to be a pattern and a model of good deeds and works, teaching what is unadulterated, showing gravity [having the strictest regard for truth and purity of motive], with dignity and seriousness.
Titus 2:7

How are you doing with the integrity issues of your life? It may be difficult at times to keep your actions, as actions of integrity especially when others are 'acting' out. It is however, of utmost importance that you keep your motives pure. Check yourself and make the necessary corrections.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not complain, my friends 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)

Oh my goodness ... this is a great reminder not to complain about other people when they don't do what you think they should be doing! When I remember to pray for the empowering of the Spirit and not judgement, great things can happen. Judging gets us no were quick! Start Praying!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do not, therefore, fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward.
Hebrews 10:35

Life sometimes is a struggle; we are encouraged to be steadfast and endure the hardships with full knowledge that we will overcome! I encourage you to remember God has called you specifically and you will make it as you continue to serve and press on!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

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

Seeing and doing our daily tasks is not faith per say ... Faith is having belief without actually seeing the proof.
Stir up your faith today!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Draw near to God, and God will draw near to you.
James 4:8

Are we guilty of spiritual adultery? Do we put people, places and things above our relationship with God? Be encouraged today you can come humbly and boldly before God. Drawing near is especially important during good times as well as difficult times!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Behold, Gods hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither Gods ear heavy, that it cannot hear.
Isaiah 59:1

Sometimes we may think we are unreachable or that God does not hear our cry for help. I encourage you to remember the days of blessings and put your focus towards that which is possible in God. God is with you always.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
I [the Sovereign God] will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you.
Psalms 32:8 (amp)

God is watchful and if we pay attention we will know and understand the direction in which we are to go. Paying attention to God requires, reading scripture, prayer, listening, communion with the saints, and obedience. God remember is always with you in the good and the bad times and everything in between!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
[What would have become of me] had I not believed that I would see Gods goodness in the land of the living! Wait and hope for and expect God; be brave and of good courage and let your heart be stout and enduring. Yes, wait for and hope for and expect God.
Psalm 27:13-14 (amp)

I know that waiting for God can be a bit on the scary side at times! I think that is why the Psalmist encourages us to be brave and keep up our faith and courage for those difficult times! I hate to think of where I would be had I not followed Gods calling. Be encouraged you people of faith be encouraged!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
God shall preserve you from all evil; God shall preserve your soul.
Psalms 121:7

God promised us a journey that is full of blessings, that doesn't mean it will be free of challenges! We are given the life tools should we decide to use them for our good.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Search me, O God and know my heart; try me and know my thoughts.
Psalms 139:23

When God searches us what does God find? I believe that God knows our thoughts and what we will do. I believe the searching is for us to come to the understanding that we can develop our faith, our lives in such a way that the searching leads others to God.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in a time of need.
Hebrews 4:16

We may have been taught not to ask for prayers for ourselves but I believe we can come boldly before God to obtain Gods mercy and healing. It is up to God to answer our prayers and God always does, even if we don't always like the answer. I invite you with humility and boldness to approach Gods throne in prayer!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
So repent of this depravity and wickedness of yours and pray to God that, if possible, this contriving thought and purpose of your heart may be removed and disregarded and forgiven you.
Acts 8:22

It is healing to let go of bitterness and allow the Spirit of God to give you purpose. Are you using your life for the good things of God? If not you can begin right now. God we come before you and ask for your grace to surround us as we lay aside our shortcomings, sins, and failures. We thank you for hearing and answering our prayers.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Then [the apostles] laid their hands on them one by one, and they received the Holy Spirit.
Acts 8:17

Our lives are turned around by the free gift of the Holy Spirit. We are able to receive the Holy Spirit at anytime the only thing is your heart must be ready. Come Holy Spirit anoint me, I am ready for your renewal, power and grace.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:
For as these qualities are yours and increasingly around in you, they will keep [you] from being idle or unfruitful unto the [full personal knowledge of Jesus the Messiah, the Anointed on}.
2 Peter 1:8

Thank you God for giving us self control and a steadfast heart to develop in our character!
In Christ Rev. Terri

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Therefore my heart rejoiced and my tongue exulted exceedingly; moreover, my flesh also will dwell in hope; [will encamp, pitch its tent, and dwell in hope in anticipation of the resurrection. ]
Acts 2:26

Hope in God teaches us to rejoice even when difficulty comes! When we dwell in the hope of Christ we can be assured that we are secure in the mighty hands of God. Pitch your hope tent and drive the stakes in deep!"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and all Judea and Samaria and to the ends (the very bounds) of the earth.
Acts 1:8

Once the Holy Spirit touches your life you are never the same! You become a witness, a voice, a life of transformation for others to see! Anoint us Spirit of God."

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
So teach us to number our days, that we may get us a heart of wisdom.
Psalm 90:12

A heart of wisdom comes through many ways. Turning from anger to joy, fear to faith, work and play. God give us your wisdom so we may better serve You by serving others.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And lead (bring) us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours in the dominion and the power and the glory forever, Amen.
Matthew 6:13 (amp)

As we go through difficult times it is good to remember that Gods power and glory surround us even if we don't recognize it at the time. If you are being tempted by something just remember God is with you; turn away from the temptation and lean, press, and run toward God!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
The lamp of the body is the eye; if therefore your eye is clear, your whole body will be full of light.
Matthew 6:22

What is it that you focus on? Do you put focus on what you don't have? It is important to set Godly goals and the scripture text just after Matthew 6:22 tells us we can't serve two masters ... If you put God first you will attain every goal: spiritual, financial, and emotional.
Prayer: God teach us to set our sights on Your ways. Amen
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people).
Ephesians 5:15

There are situations in life that may cause us to side step or back up if we are not looking carefully. You have a purpose and you can do great things! I pray that you will not shy away from the calling and commitment you have been given. I pray for Gods wisdom to be poured out on your life with purpose!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Mon, April 26, 2010 10:07:38 AM[Devotionfortoday] 4/26/2010

"Dear Friends:
For physical training is of some value, but godliness (spiritual training) is useful and of value in everything and in every way for it holds promise for the present life and also for the life which is to come.
1 Timothy 4:8 (amp)

Sometimes negative self talk invades our space and our idea of being worthy goes out the window! Taking these negative thoughts and reversing them takes work but it is a great place to start. This is like any Spiritual practice it takes discipline. Today begin with I am worthy ... I love you God! And don't let anyone or anything invade that!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/23/2010

"Dear Friends:
Behave yourselves wisely [living prudently and with discretion] in your relations with those of the outside world making the very most of the time and seizing up the opportunity.
Colossians 4:5

I love this text because it reminds us to behave ourselfs ... behave in relationships, behave in matters of the heart, behave in your life! I think we all need reminded that we are given tremendous opportunities everyday to share God moments in how we live! Behave your time has come!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Full View[Devotionfortoday] 4/22/2010

"Dear Friends:
Do not be deceived and misled; God will not be mocked. For whatever a person sows, that and that only will they reap.
Galatians 5:7

We have opportunities everyday to sow good or bad the question is which one will you pick? It is a choice we all have to make and by not choosing that becomes a choice. Sow to the Spirit and not to your flesh ...
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Full View[Devotionfortoday] 4/21/2010

"Dear Friends:
For we brought nothing into the world, and obviously we cannot take anything out of the world.
1 Timothy 6:7 (amp)

There is nothing wrong with wanting nice things or having possessions, the problem is when the possessions take possession of us.
Live like you mean it
Share what you have
You will be blessed beyond measure
Because every day is a blessing!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/19/2010

"Dear Friends:
Yet God is faithful and God will strengthen [you] and set you on firm foundation and guard you from the evil [one].
2 Thessalonians 3:3

God is faithful how I love that! God has brought us a long, long way and God will not abandon us! God is faithful are you? You can start now even if you have messed up before ... no worries! God is faithful.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/16/2010

"Dear Friends:
You were running the race nobly Who has interfered in (hindered and stopped you from) your heeding and following the Truth?) This [evil] persuasion is not from God Who called you. [Who invited you to freedom in Christ].
Galatians 5:7-8

Spiritual Maturity and discipline are required when running the race of life! It is when challenges come, weather it be financial challenges, physical challenges, spiritual challenges that we put our confidence in Gods way and not our own. Sometimes we want to take control and that doesn't work.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/15/2010

"Dear Friends:
Faithful is God Who is calling you {unto God} and utterly trustworthy, and God will also do it [fulfill Gods call by hallowing and keeping you].
1 Thessalonians 5:24

Faithfulness is something God calls us towards. Now we might get distracted and all that but God still calls us to be faithful. Faithfulness is difficult work especially in times of challenge and change! This is the very time when we can grow up spiritually by serving through our challenge instead of packing it up and going away. I encourage your faithfulness to your community of faith they need you and God has called you!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/14/2010

"Abstain from evil [shrink from it and keep aloof from it] in whatever form or whatever kind it may be.
1 Thessalonians 5:22

We have a command we give our dog when she might be heading for danger! Stop is the command! And you know what she stops because she trust us as. Doing our best to step away from evil is something we are encouraged to do in our spiritual lives as well. Stop! Step away from the things that separate you from God!

In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/13/2010

"Dear Friends:
Do not neglect the gift which is in you, [that special inward endowment] which was directly imparted to you [by the Holy Spirit] by prophetic utterances when the elders laid their hand upon you. Practice, cultivate and meditate upon these duties; throw yourself wholly into them. [as your ministry] so that your progress may be evident to everybody.
1 Timothy 4:14-15 (amp)

Sometimes we forget that God has given us gifts! What gifts have you been neglecting? I encourage you to be open to using those gifts now! Your community of faith needs you.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

[Devotionfortoday] 4/12/2010

"Dear Friends:
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that you being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth and length, and depth and height; and to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge that you might be filled with all the fullness of God.
Epheisans 3:17-19

Allowing the richness of the Spirit of God to dwell in your life requires being grounded in the Word! When that is established your life will be filled to overflowing!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
But to each one is given the manifestation of the [Holy] Spirit [the evidence, the spiritual illumination of the Spirit] for good and profit.
1 Corinthians 12:7

You have God given gifts even if you don't 'think' you do! God has given each one of us something good to use for the profit of God and others! Are you using your God given gifts? If not ... Why not? There are many places to serve and your gifts are needed .. so come begin using your gifts!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
In keeping with [the oath's greater strength and force] Jesus has become the Guarantee of a better (stronger) agreement [a more excellent and more advantageous covenant].
Hebrews 7:22

Most of us like 'gurantees' that protect us when something fails. Jesus offers us a lifetime guarantee called grace, grace we don't pay for! This is so much better than any guarantee you may get from a store! In what do you put your faith? Where is the guarantee?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Rejoice and exult in hope: be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer.
Romans 12:12

When you step out and do something extra for God you can expect to stir up some suffering. But be encourage by prayer you will make it through. Spiritual Renewal is at hand and you will be blessed.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Now the meaning of the parable is this: The seed is the Word of God.
Luke 8:11

This is a great illustration how Gods word can work in our lives or not!
The seed or the word of God fell on the rocks, in the midst of thorns and into good soil. The seed that fell in good soil produced 100 fold, not that is a great return. So the question for us is what kind of soil are we? Do we allow the word to come in for a bit and when trouble comes we get uprooted? Do we take sprout but have no roots?
The great thing is we have the opportunity to change the yield in our life by planting Gods word.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Let everything that has breath and every breath of life praise the Sovereign God! Praise God! (Hallelujah! )
Psalms 150:6 (amp)

Giving praise is something we can do almost any place! How have you giving praise to God today?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And thus Jesus fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah. He Himself took [in order to carry away] our weaknesses and infirmities and bore away our diseases.
Matthew 8:17

Today we come up close and personal with Jesus as we observe what is called Good Friday. This is the day that Christ was crucified and those things He took to the cross were sin, weakness, diseases ... all of our hurts and pain. Take at least a few moments today to ponder the grace you were given.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
And thus Jesus fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah. He Himself took [in order to carry away] our weaknesses and infirmities and bore away our diseases.
Matthew 8:17

Today we come up close and personal with Jesus as we observe what is called Good Friday. This is the day that Christ was crucified and those things He took to the cross were sin, weakness, diseases ... all of our hurts and pain. Take at least a few moments today to ponder the grace you were given.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For everyone who calls upon the name of the Sovereign God will be saved.
Romans 10:13

This texts reminds me that calling on God is for my own good. Call on God because it is in Gods power that we are given liberty. It is by the resurrection of Jesus that we are given life eternal. Today I implore you to call on God!
Hallelujah!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Guard and keep yourselves in the love of God; expect and patiently wait for the mercy of our Sovereign Jesus Christ (the Messiah) - [which will bring you unto life eternal.]
Jude 1:21 (AMP)

Staying alert and on guard with the love of God is a positive way to keep your focus. It is not always easy to stay on guard and stand ready for the test of life that come. Where do you need to put a renewed focus?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Do you not discern and understand that you [the whole church at Corinth] are God's temple (Gods sanctuary, and that God's Sprit has a permanent dwelling in you [to be at home in you, collectively as a church and also individually] ?
1 Corinthians 3:16 (amp)

We might forget sometimes that we are representatives of Christ and the church. We are the ones the Spirit wants to permanently dwell with. God teach us to grow up spiritually so that we are able to share, build and create something great with you.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life and have it in abundance. (to the full, till it overflows).
John 10:10

As we begin this Holy Week let us be reminded that Jesus came to give us a full and abundant life! Let us claim it and live it out loud!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Love does no wrong to one's neighbor [it never hurts anybody]. Therefore love meets all the requirements and is the fulfilling of the law.
Romans 13:10

There was a song some years ago that said Love is all you need. If you have ever experienced the power of someone's love you know it fills a need. But Gods love fills your life need which means it would benefit us to work on our relationship with God. After all I know God is always willing.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Love bears up under anything and everything that comes, is ever ready to believe the best of every person, its hopes are fadeless under all circumstances, and it endures everything [without weakening].
1 Corinthians 13:7

Love believes the best, how come it is so hard for us to believe the best in the people we love? Could it be the baggage we carry around from past hurts, pains and broken places? Friends, love is not always easy but if we can just start with unpacking our garbage and let love in to those places we would be able to give more, and receive more. Love endures without weakening now that is powerful.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Be exceedingly glad on this account, though now for a little while you may be distressed by trials and suffer temptations.
1 Peter 1:6

Being glad about trials is difficult but remember it is through the trail that we grow and learn. (even if it is difficult) I also not that is going through and not being stuck that you see the Spirits guidance! Go Through to the Other side.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotism, against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of the present darkness against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere.
Ephesians 6:12 (amp)

When you take action toward serving God you realize that there is a Spiritual battle going on. We are told in the very next verse to put on Gods Spiritual armor. If we head into the battle without it then we risk so much, because the wrestling starts when we serve. Do you have Gods spiritual armor on?
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Little children, let us not love [merely] in theory or in speech but in deed and in truth (in practice and in sincerity).
1 John 3:18

The spiritual practice of loving not because we have to, but because we are called to and actually want to is something that Jesus demonstrated for us. My prayer is that this spiritual practice would be at work in our daily lives. Starting today!!!!
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

"Dear Friends:
Therefore, rejecting all falsity and being done now with it, let everyone express the truth with their neighbor, for we are all parts of one body and members one of another.
Ephesians 4:15

It is important that we seek and find out what is just, true and good and reject the negative, false and slanderous ways. This may take some work because so many times we see the negative instead of the positive. God teach us to express loving compassion with one another and be compassionate.
In Christ Rev. Terri"

Daily Devotion

Dear Friends:

Stand therefore [hold your ground] having tightened the belt of truth around your loins and having put on the breastplate of integrity and of moral rectitude and right standing with God.

Ephesians 6:15 (Amp)

"If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything." - Unknown

How true ...

In Christ Rev. Terri