John 16:33

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

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Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

Mark 9:50b

“Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another.”

Salt across the centuries has had many uses. It was used to preserve and season foods and for its medicinal qualities. In Roman times the soldiers were paid in salt.That is where the word salary came from. When you hear the expression “he’s not worth his salt” it refers to the payment in salt that was received.

I once heard a preacher use a wonderful illustration. He said something like this: “While it is true that you can lead a horse to water, you can’t make him drink — but you can salt his oats!” I cannot begin to tell you the number of times I have thought of that illustration since first hearing it.

Some of us in Christian ministry wear ourselves out trying to force people to drink when they show no inclination to want to drink. We may even heap on guilt or dire predictions of consequences, but there are still no slurping sounds.

What is the answer? SALT THE OATS! Right! How do we do that? We do it by creating a desire for more of the reality of God’s Word. Are we salting the oats of those we minister to? Are we creating such a desire that people thirst to drink from God’s well that never runs dry?

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

Mark 9:50b

“Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another.”

Salt across the centuries has had many uses. It was used to preserve and season foods and for its medicinal qualities. In Roman times the soldiers were paid in salt.That is where the word salary came from. When you hear the expression “he’s not worth his salt” it refers to the payment in salt that was received.

I once heard a preacher use a wonderful illustration. He said something like this: “While it is true that you can lead a horse to water, you can’t make him drink — but you can salt his oats!” I cannot begin to tell you the number of times I have thought of that illustration since first hearing it.

Some of us in Christian ministry wear ourselves out trying to force people to drink when they show no inclination to want to drink. We may even heap on guilt or dire predictions of consequences, but there are still no slurping sounds.

What is the answer? SALT THE OATS! Right! How do we do that? We do it by creating a desire for more of the reality of God’s Word. Are we salting the oats of those we minister to? Are we creating such a desire that people thirst to drink from God’s well that never runs dry?

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

Job 19:25

“For I know that my Redeemer lives, and in the last day He shall stand upon the earth.”

We are told that the book of Job is one of the oldest books in the Bible. It is not known who the author is, but the truth presented in this precious book is worthy of our consideration.

I have read the entire book of Job at least once each year for many years, and without fail I discover new truth each time I read it. Above all it is a constant reminder that we can always trust in the righteous presence of the Lord, even when our life is filled with chaos and pain.

There is one other truth that we need to keep in mind as we read this book. Just because someone is experiencing trials in their life does not mean they have sinned!

There is truth in that sin results in suffering and pain, but it is not true that all suffering and pain is the result of sin. Rain falls on both the righteous and the unrighteous. It is how we react to the suffering in our life that reveals our true faith in God! I trust that my reaction to the pains I experience will show that Jesus is all I need!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

2 Corinthians 5:17

“If any person is in Christ, that person is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold new things have come.”

Life never stays the same. That can either be for the good or for the bad. If we are growing and maturing in the Lord, it is good. If we are sinking into the mire of sin and degradation, it is bad. Which direction are you heading?

Years ago I served over 15 years of ministry as Pastor of the Summit Lake Community Church, in Olympia, Washington. When I resigned I devoted full time to the DailyEvotional ministry, I had no idea of it growing into a worldwide ministry. You who read or listen are part of this unique ministry. It is a cyberspace congregation.

I view this new area of ministry as God’s plan and provision. You who read and listen are welcome to become a part. The signs are all around us that the coming of the Lord is near. My desire is to keep on keeping on as the Lord gives me the strength.

Ask the Lord to show you what you can do to be more productive in allowing His power and strength to flow through you to others. You may think that you have little to offer the Lord, but when we give our all to Him, He makes our little significant in His work! The time is short and what we do for the Lord needs to be accomplished now! Be that new creature for Christ!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

John 17:15

“I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You would keep them from the evil of the world.”

It literally sends chills up and down my spine to understand that Jesus actually prayed for each and every believer! As we read the words of this beautiful prayer of our Lord, it is awesome to remember that He has each of us written in the palm of His hand. Accept this mighty prayer in your behalf.

Jesus could have easily taken all of His disciples with Him when He ascended into heaven. He didn’t! Jesus had a plan and purpose for the disciples of His day as well as the believers of all ages.

Read today’s Scripture once more. Jesus has a plan and purpose for each believer. Some have been called to endure suffering and sacrifice, others a life of plenty in which to give to the work of ministry.

Things change rapidly and we will never know from moment to moment whether we will live or die for the Lord. There is one thing we can know for certain; He has prayed this prayer for you knowing every moment of your life. What are you doing for Him?

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not rely on your own storehouse of human wisdom. In all your ways yield to His control and He will direct your paths.”

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Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not; for I am with you: do not be dismayed; for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of My righteousness.”

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Blessings dear hearts. Walk with God today and be a blessing!

– – – Pastor Cecil