Monday, February 2, 2009

Day 26 - Growing through Temptation

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DAY 26

Point To Ponder: Every temptation is an opportunity to do good.

Verse To Remember: "God blesses the people who patiently endure testing. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him." (James 1:12 NLT)

Question to Consider: What Christlike character quality can I develop by defeating the most common temptation I face?


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Sunday, February 1, 2009

Day 25 - Transformed by Trouble

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DAY 25

Point to Ponder: There is a purpose behind every problem.

Verse to Remember: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 (NIV)

Question to Consider: What problem in my life has caused the greatest growth in me?


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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Day 24 - Transformed by Truth

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DAY 24

Point to Ponder: The truth transforms me.

Verse to Remember: " If you continue in my word, then are you my disciples indeed; and you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." John 8:31-32 (KJV)

Question to Consider: What has God already told me in his Word that I haven't started doing yet?


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I found this worship video on GodTube. It is filled with great imagery and bible verses. Let this be your challenge and prayer as we pursue truth in our lives.

Casting Crowns: "Voice of Truth"



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Friday, January 30, 2009

Day 23 - How We Grow

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DAY 23

Point to Ponder: It is never too late to start growing.

Verse to Remember: "Let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God - what is good and is pleasing to him and is perfect." Romans 12:2b (TEV)

Question to Consider: What is one area where I need to stop thinking my way and start thinking God's way?



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Thursday, January 29, 2009

Day 22 - Created to Become Like Christ

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DAY 22


Point to Ponder: I was created to become like Christ.

Verse to Remember: "As the Spirit of the Lord works within us, we become more and more like him and reflect his glory even more." 2 Corinthians 3:18b (NLT)

Question to Consider: In what area of my life do I need to ask for the Spirit's power to be like Christ today?

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DJ "J to the P" taking requests =)

Here is the video. The words are awesome. It makes you think...


Brandon Heath: "Give Me Your Eyes"


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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Day 21 - Protecting Your Church

DEFENSE!
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DAY 21

Point to Ponder: It is my responsibility to protect the unity of my church.

Verse to Remember: "Let us concentrate on the things which make for harmony and the growth of our fellowship together." Romans 14:9 (Ph)


Question to Consider: What am I personally doing to protect unity in my church family right now?

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Day 20 - Restoring Broken Fellowship


20 DAYS COMPLETED!
Sound the trumpets! We have made it to the halfway point in our journey. You have succeeded in staying the course. Your commitment is paying off. Doesn't it feel good to achieve this much of your goal? Looking back, can you see how much you have grown? What a blessing this journey has been.

This has truly been a great adventure!
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DAY 20

Point to Ponder: Relationships are always worth restoring.

Verse to Remember: "Do everything possible on your part to live in peace with everybody." Romans 12:18 (TEV)

Question to Consider: Who do I need to restore a broken relationship with today?


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