Daily Scripture Readings and Our Daily Bread

[greenidlady1]

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January 13, 2005

Raku
Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation. —Romans 12:12

Some friends gave us a piece of Raku pottery. "Each pot is hand-formed," the tag explained, "a process that allows the spirit of the artist to speak through the finished work with particular directness and intimacy."

Once the clay has been shaped by the potter it is fired in a kiln. Then, glowing red hot, it is thrust into a smoldering sawdust pile where it remains until finished. The result is a unique product—"one of a kind," the tag on our piece insists.

So it is with us. We bear the imprint of the Potter's hand. He too has spoken through His work "with particular directness and intimacy." Each of us is formed in a unique way for a unique work: "We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them" (Ephesians 2:10).

But though we are created for good works, we're not yet finished. We must experience the kiln of affliction. Aching hearts, weary spirits, aging bodies are the processes God uses to finish the work He has begun.

Don't fear the furnace that surrounds you. Be "patient in tribulation" and await the finished product. "Let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing" (James 1:4). —David Roper


We are here to be perfected,
Only God our needs can see;
Rarest gems bear hardest grinding,
God's own workmanship are we. —Anon.

He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ. —Philippians 1:6

[GodsPromises]

Webby had started this a couple of months ago and it fell to the wayside, but I would like to start it again. Sometime God will lay a scripture on your heart that you would like to post and encourge someone els.

So this thread will be for anyone who has a scripture that they would like to share with everyone or just come here and be encourged.

I will try to post a new scripture every morning as God gives them to me.

Stay Blessed

First scripture:


Proverbs 31:30-31 (New International Version)


Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;

but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

Give her the reward she has earned,

and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

[greenidlady1]

I have started a thread with the daily bread in this discussion area. My plan was to add the new one each day I can.
Take care,
G

[greenidlady1]

Daily Bread- 1/14

A Stone In The Mouth

A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul. —Proverbs 18:7
We would all cringe at the thought of a mouth full of gravel. But a stone in the mouth can actually be desirable—at least that seems to be true for the cranes that inhabit the Taurus mountains of southern Turkey.

These cranes tend to cackle a lot, especially while flying. All that noise gets the attention of eagles, who swoop down and seize them for a meal. The experienced cranes avoid this threat by picking up stones large enough to fill their mouths. This prevents them from cackling—and from becoming lunch for the eagles.

People have a problem with their mouths too. The writer of Proverbs said, "He who guards his mouth preserves his life, but he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction" (13:3). "A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calls for blows" (18:6). How many of our troubles could be prevented if we would learn to control our tongues! How much of the heartache we cause others could be avoided if we would guard our speech!

Are you having a problem with your tongue? Try this: Ask the Lord for His help. Think before speaking. Let your words be few. Following that formula can be as effective as a stone in the mouth. —Richard De Haan

Lord, help me watch the words I say
And keep them few and sweet,
For I don't know from day to day
Which ones I'll have to eat. —Anon.

Mind what you say, or you might say whatever comes to mind.

[JenJen2721]

Both of those are really good! Thanks for sharing!

[greenidlady1]

You're very welcome. I'll do my best to update each day!
Take care,
G

[pebbles]

Ladies, I've merged the two threads in one so that they can both be at the top and preserve space at the same time.

Raquel, I've highlighted your scripture verses so that they stand out. I'll be memorizing as much as possible, and I challenge others to do the same! :)

Greenidlady1, thank-you for your posts! :Rose:

[GodsPromises]

Praise Him,

We are on fire now. The Word in one thread and prayer in another two. We are putting the devil on notice the Saints of LHCF is on fire and he can't touch us.

[greenidlady1]

Praise Him,

We are on fire now. The Word in one thread and prayer in another two. We are putting the devil on notice the Saints of LHCF is on fire and he can't touch us.

AMEN!!! The enemy is going to have to step back!!

[greenidlady1]

January 15, 2005

Social Stomachs

Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord! —Psalm 119:1

Honey ants survive in difficult times by depending on certain members of their group known as "honey pots." They take in so much nectar that they swell up until they resemble little round berries, hardly able to move. When food and water become scarce, these ants act as "social stomachs" and sustain the entire colony by dispensing what they have stored in their own bodies.

Similarly, the messenger of God must fill his heart and mind with the truths of Scripture. Only as he is faithful in applying the Word of God to his own life can he honestly give its nourishing encouragement and exhortation to others.

The Lord told the prophet Ezekiel to eat a scroll that contained a message full of "lamentations and mourning and woe" (Ezekiel 2:10). Because he was submissive to the Lord and applied the lesson to his own heart first, he could boldly present the life-giving message to all who would listen.

As believers, we too must develop a "social stomach" by digesting the truths of the Bible and allowing the Spirit of God to make them a part of our lives. Then, filled with God's Word, we can speak effectively to others who are in need of spiritual food. —Mart De Haan


As we read Your Word, O Lord,
Our spirit will be fed;
We then can share with others
That precious living bread. —D. De Haan

Jesus said, "I am the bread of life." —John 6:35

[pebbles]

Praise Him,

We are on fire now. The Word in one thread and prayer in another two. We are putting the devil on notice the Saints of LHCF is on fire and he can't touch us.

AMEN! Thank-you so much, ladies, for grabbing a spiritual weapon and standing a post against the enemy with me. May God rain blessings in abundance over you! :rosebud:

[GodsPromises]

Scripture of the Day - Janaury 15, 2004 (By request)


IT's time to choose ladies who you will serve:


Joshua 24 (New International Version)

14 "Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD . 15 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD ."

[BlkHoneyLuv2U]

I for one am so glad this thread was started. Since they are now monitoring our internet use at work, I wont be able to be on as much as I was during work hours, but I'll come here every morning between 6:00 and 7:30 am to check out the daily bread. Thanks for starting this. the bread today really speaks to me. Thanks again.

[pebbles]

Scripture of the Day - Janaury 15, 2004 (By request)


IT's time to choose ladies who you will serve:


Joshua 24 (New International Version)

14 "Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD . 15 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD ."

:clap: Beautiful!

[pebbles]

I for one am so glad this thread was started. Since they are now monitoring our internet use at work, I wont be able to be on as much as I was during work hours, but I'll come here every morning between 6:00 and 7:30 am to check out the daily bread. Thanks for starting this. the bread today really speaks to me. Thanks again.


I love the Daily Bread too! :) I'm so thrilled with what God is doing in our lives! :trampoline:

[sithembile]

Thank you all for sharing, I'll be reading them everyday.
May God bless you all.

[webby]

Webby had started this a couple of months ago and it fell to the wayside, but I would like to start it again. Sometime God will lay a scripture on your heart that you would like to post and encourge someone els.

So this thread will be for anyone who has a scripture that they would like to share with everyone or just come here and be encourged.

I will try to post a new scripture every morning as God gives them to me.

Stay Blessed

First scripture:


Proverbs 31:30-31 (New International Version)


Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;

but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

Give her the reward she has earned,

and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.




Thank you for picking this up. I've been in my own personal funk. I can always pray for others, but rarely for myself...this thread is right on time :rosebud:

[GodsPromises]

Praise the God

This is the Day that the Lord Hath Made, WE will Rejoice and be Glad in IT.

I hope everyone has a blessed Sunday. I don't know about you but I'm going to church today excepting a Word from the Lord a Word just for me.

Scripture for today. I am posting two different versions; Enjoy and Be Blessed

January 16, 2005


Proverbs 3:5-7 (New International Version)

5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;

6 in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight. [a (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Prov%203:5-7;&version=31;#fen-NIV-16462a)]

7 Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil.


Proverbs 3:5-7 (Amplified Bible)

5.Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding.

6In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths. 7Be not wise in your own eyes; reverently fear and worship the Lord and turn [entirely] away from evil.

[greenidlady1]

January 16, 2005

Frightened By A Boxer

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. —Isaiah 41:10

On a bright Sunday morning one of my boys, who was just a little fellow, was walking to church with me. Soon the sights and sounds of a new day invited him to skip on ahead. Suddenly his carefree progress came to an end. A few yards away was a boxer dog looking at him. Stopping abruptly, my son turned and rushed to my side. Only when his hand was securely in mine and he knew I was right beside him was he able to walk undisturbed past the boxer.

What a picture of our pilgrimage through this world! From time to time the fierce-looking obstacles of illness, money problems, or personal conflicts appear before us, striking fear into our hearts. At first we are bewildered and life seems to be at a dead end. But then by faith we make our way to the Savior, realizing we dare not go forward without the assurance of His presence. As we completely trust in Him, He helps us face the future by walking with us each step of the way.

If anxiety and dread are lurking on the threshold of your tomorrow, remember God's wonderful promise in Isaiah 41:10, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." —Dennis De Haan


Though there are dangers untold and stern
Confronting me in the way,
Willingly still would I go, nor turn,
But trust You for grace each day. —Tovey
© 1914, Herbert G. Tovey

If you can't find a way out, look up.

[greenidlady1]

I love the Daily Bread too! :) I'm so thrilled with what God is doing in our lives! :trampoline:

I am so glad that you and everyone else are getting a blessing from this and from Lady R's scriptures :) I have done this for a while for friends and co-workers who are belivers, but YOUR prayer request thread made me think of putting this on the board also!! Isn't it amazing how one good thing for Him can grow into a multitude of blessings? Have a blessed day ladies!
Take care,
G