Devotions

“And I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will not forsake My people Israel.” 1 Kings 6:13

How amazing and encouraging is this the creator of the universe dwells among us! We have all kinds of situations going on around us; Personal, National and International situations. The amazing thing is the Creator of the universe is right there with us!

“And the LORD, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8

We may wonder as we see events happening around us, where is the LORD and why didn’t He intervene? Understand He said do not Fear or be Dismayed! We may not understand why this or that happens, but know the LORD is really there and is working things out!

“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

We may not understand how or why, but know He is working it out and He knows what He is doing!

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28

Realize you can make yourself crazy with the why this or why that! We see and hear about evil things happening and ask why LORD? What we have to understand is we are His people, He dwells among us so lets LOVE Him and share His love, knowing He really has it all worked out! Have a blessed day in Him!

“So the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He promised him; and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty together.” 1 Kings 5:12

We to can have peace and wisdom from the LORD when we are walking with Him and seeking His ways! We have contentions and problems when we walk in our ways, doing our own thing!

“Blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, Who walks in His ways.” Psalm 128:1

As we walk with the LORD, be careful and don’t try to convince people on how they should walk, but just walk how the LORD instructs you to walk!

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Matthew 5:16

Our day will always be more peaceful when we just walk in the ways of the LORD. People around us will notice and either avoid us, join us or throw stones; no matter what just keep seeking the LORD and His wisdom! Remember our peace is in the LORD not the world, have a blessed day walking with Him!

“You shall also make the court of the tabernacle. For the south side there shall be hangings for the court made of fine woven linen, one hundred cubits long for one side.” Exodus 27:9

As we read through this text, look at all the time and effort put into making a place to praise and worship the LORD! How much time and effort do we invest into the LORD?

“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.” Psalm 100:4

God doesn’t need praise because He is insecure, He is totally secure in who He is! On the other hand we often need praise because we are insecure, this is why we need to put effort into praising the LORD, we need the security of God!

‘The LORD lives! Blessed be my Rock! Let God be exalted, The Rock of my salvation!” 2 Samuel 22:47

As you get going today no matter where you are at put some effort into worshipping and praising the LORD! Remember you and I really need Him in every part of our lives! Have a blessed day praising the LORD!

“You shall put the mercy seat upon the ark of the Testimony in the Most Holy.”

Exodus 26:34

As you read this chapter you can begin to realize the work that went into the building of the wilderness Tabernacle. Anytime we are working on a major work project or just life in general we can have issues! Where we will need Mercy!

“Have mercy on us, O LORD, have mercy on us! For we are exceedingly filled with contempt.” Psalm 123:3

As we trudge through this thing called life, realize like our Hebrew brothers here in Exodus we can and do get overwhelmed with the world around us! We can and do stumble getting into all kinds of trouble. That’s when we need to look to the testimonies of the LORD and bask in His mercy!

“Through the LORD’s mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23

So today as you are trudging and stumbling through life! Remember the LORD has you covered and He is full of mercy and grace! Have a blessed day looking to Him and for Him!

“Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring Me an offering. From everyone who gives it willingly with his heart you shall take My offering.” Exodus 25:2

The LORD desires us to give with a willing heart! Not just our finances and services, but He desires us to give ourselves as well.

“I exhort you, therefore, brothers, in view of God’s mercies, to offer yourself as a sacrifice, living and set apart for God. This will please him; it is logical worship for you.” Romans 12:1 CJB

Offering ourselves to the LORD is our reasonable service to Him! The LORD is asking us to simply just serve Him! He wants to be full of life and joy as we serve Him!

“Serve the LORD with gladness, Come before His presence with singing.” Psalm 100:2

Today let us have a willing heart to just serve the LORD, give to Him all we have! Realize we can’t out give Him! So let us have a blessed day serving Him!