If I bear witness of Myself, My witness is not true

Read John 5:31-40.

In Biblical times, it was custom to have two or three witnesses to establish the truth.  Well, Jesus gave us four witnesses.  Jesus never ran around saying, “Hey everyone I am the Savior of the world.”  He didn’t say, “I am God so you’d better listen to me.”  Instead, He relied on four other witnesses — the word of God, God the Father, what others said of Him, and His life.

Jesus told the Jews the scriptures testified of Him.  He went so far as explaining, if they had believed Moses then they would believe Him because the word of God was written about Him.  Think about this.  All the writing of Moses, the first five books of the Bible, testified of Jesus.  Contained in those five books are the account of creation, sin, sacrifice, the Ten Commandments, disobedience by children of God, inheritance and the promises of God.  All those things were pictures of Jesus and His purpose.   Then there are the prophetic books indicating the Messiah coming from a virgin birth and other references of the Messiah’s work when He arrived here (Isaiah 61:1-3, Isaiah 53).  Scripture speaks of Jesus.

Jesus explained the Father Himself, who sent Me, has testified of Me.  Remember, when John the Baptist, baptized Jesus?  A voice from heaven said, “This is My Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”  At the transfiguration, Peter, James and John, witnessed the Father speaking from heaven again saying, “This is My Son, listen to Him.”  God the Father testified of Jesus.

Jesus let others say who He was.  In both Matthew 26:62-64 and Mark 15:2 when the priests and Pilot asked him if he was the son of God, king of the Jews, Jesus answered, “It is as you say.”  He didn’t rub their noses in it.  He didn’t fight His way out of the circumstance He was in.  He didn’t monologue all the proof points of His deity.  He simply let other’s speak of Him.  In John 1:29, John 1:32-35, John the Baptist proclaimed Jesus to be the Lamb of God and the Son of God.  Peter confessed Him as “the Christ”.  Philip told his brother we’ve found the Messiah, come and see.  Even Simeon an elderly priest upon seeing the 8 day old Jesus, said  he could die in peace for he had seen the promised One.

As if all these witnesses were not enough, Jesus also let His life and His works demonstrate who He was.  No mere human could have done all the things Jesus did.  His works pointed to His deity and power.  He healed a man who was born blind.  Never before had that happened.  He cast out demons from a little girl, the little boy, and the man at the tombs.  He healed lepers which was incurable in those days.  He even raised the dead multiple times.  There was a young man, a little girl, Lazarus and of course Himself, all were raised from the dead.

Following Jesus example, we don’t need to tell people we are Christians.  Our very life should be testimony enough.  Proverbs 27:2 says “Let another man praise you; and not your own mouth; a stranger and not your own lips.”   As we take Jesus’ commands to heart and begin living them out, our lives become the very “light of the world” Jesus called us to be.  Jesus told us to love one another for in doing so the world will know we are His disciples.

Would others know you’re a Christian by your behavior, words, or works?  What does your life say about Jesus?

Lord thank you for your example, your word and your spirit to lead us into all truth.  Guide us this day that your word may abide in us.  Let your love shine through us so the world may see you, believe you are real and be saved for all eternity.  In your precious name, Jesus, we pray. Amen.

©Elizabeth Marks has led small group Bible studies for almost a decade.  Author of ThinkOnItBibleDevotions.com and BeingWomenOfInfluence.com websites she has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.

Whatever God has said to you, do it

When I was reading Genesis 31, verse 16 stuck out like a neon sign. Jacob’s wives Leah and Rachel said, “Whatever God has said to you, do it.” It’s not clear whether either of them really believed in God or not. Jacob was the one who seemed to hear from God.

As I pondered on this phrase, my mind wondered to other scriptures, specifically Matthew 5, 6 and 7. Jesus tells us to do the following in three chapters. As you read this list, ask yourself “Am I doing this and why or why not?” Then ask God to help you grow in the areas you need to.

• Recognize our need for a Savior.
• Mourn over our sinfulness.
• Be humble.
• Hunger and thirst for righteousness.
• Be merciful
• Be pure
• Be the peacemaker.
• Rejoice when persecuted.
• Shine before men to bring glory to God.
• Reconcile with others before worshiping God.
• Deal with out sin.
• Don’t divorce.
• Be honorable, filled with integrity.
• Don’t swear.
• Give more than is required.
• Love your enemies.
• Do charitable deeds in secret.
• Don’t pray to be seen by men.
• Forgive others, so your Heavenly Father forgives you.
• Don’t make it obvious when you fast.
• Lay up treasures in heaven, not here on earth.
• Watch what we look at, keep focused on Him.
• Serve God, not money.
• Don’t worry about your life.
• Trust God to care for you.
• Seek God’s Kingdom first.
• Judge not so you won’t be judged.
• Deal with own issues before helping someone else.
• Use wisdom when sharing.
• Ask and it will be given.
• Enter by the narrow gate.
• Know false prophets by their fruit.
• Do the will of My Father in Heaven.
• Know Jesus Christ.
• Hear Jesus’ sayings and do them.

Remember we demonstrate our love for Jesus when we do what He says. John 14:21 NKJV “He who has My commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.”

Wisdom and blessing comes through carrying out Jesus’ words. Try it yourself and see.

God Almighty, yours is the kingdom the power and the glory forever. You enable us to live godly lives until you return. Help us to cooperate with you. Let us be led by your Spirit. In Jesus’ name Amen.

©Elizabeth Marks has led small group Bible studies for almost a decade. Author of ThinkOnItBibleDevotions.com and BeingWomenOfInfluence.com websites she has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.

Seek God with Intensity

Is God your first priority? Is He your daily passion?

Well, He is if we are diligent in seeking Him. Deuteronomy 4:29 NKJV says “But from there you will seek the LORD your God, and you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul.”

So what keeps us from seeking God? Many things keep us from approaching Him with our needs and troubles. Let’s take a look at a few:

Pride is a biggy. We might think we can handle things on our own. After all we have a good life. Maybe we’re married, have a good income, nice house, reliable cars and a family. Things are good we may think why do I need God?

Busyness is another distracter. We are just too busy to think about God. Really, look at everything we are expected to do each day. Get the kids ready for school, make breakfast, lunches and get dinner ready. Then there’s work to do, either outside or inside the home. Then the chores pile up like laundry, cleaning, yard work, car maintenance, and paying all the bills. That doesn’t even account for all the errands and driving the kids to after school activities. We are busy.

Personal pleasures may be another thing keeping us from God. Maybe we have an incomplete or warped picture of God that we think He’s out to get us or remove all fun in life. We live for enjoyment, entertainment and pleasure, like the songs says “if it feels this good it can’t be bad.” We live for pleasure.

Can you relate to any of those excuses? Yes, they are excuses. For each one there are things we could do to make room for God if we simply choose to. If we are serious about seeking God, then we are also serious about removing the obstacles. Remember we can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens us (Philippians 4:13).

So let’s look at how to overcome each of these obstacles.

Handling Pride

First is recognizing pride. Once you see it, confess it to God through prayer. Then be watchful of repeating the same prideful behavior or attitude. You may find yourself confessing the same issue more than once. Don’t worry, just do it as many times as it takes. For more on handling pride see Confess with Humility.

Handling Busyness

Busyness is simply letting life run you rather than you planning your life. What we need here are two tools of productivity. First is setting your priorities. What is most important to you? Identify it. Write it down. Second is time management. Schedule what’s most important. For example, make an appointment with God each day, even if for only 15 minutes. Then protect that time slot. Do not let anything get in the way. Everything else can wait a mere 15 minutes. Learn to say no to unimportant activities that fill your time. Make room for God.

Handling Personal Pleasures

If you think there’s no fun, excitement or adventure in living a godly life, you couldn’t be further from the truth. Following God is filled with joy, wonder and adventure as we look to see what He plans to do next in and through us. So what’s needed here is a commitment to seek God and Bible studies to help you get to know the real God and His ways.

Are you willing to do whatever it takes to tackle the excuses and seek God?

Hebrews 11:6 NKJV “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.”

Matthew 6:33 NKJV “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

God takes care of His people. When you set your mind on Him He brings about perfect peace for those who trust Him (Isaiah 26:3).

Lord God Almighty, you are a rewarder of those who seek you. Encourage our hearts today that we may seek you with all our heart and soul. Let us do whatever it takes to make room for you and seek you every day of our life. In Jesus’ name we pray Amen.

©Elizabeth Marks has led small group Bible studies for almost a decade. Author of ThinkOnItBibleDevotions.com , YourBibleWitnessAtWork.com, & BeingWomenOfInfluence.com websites. She has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.

Contentment

Contentment is such a pleasant sounding word. It conjures pictures of green meadows, trickling stream, peacefulness, and calm serenity. Contentment is a place where all your needs are cared for. It sounds like fantasy doesn’t it? Is this for real?

I’m here to tell you “yes, contentment is real and it’s possible”. The apostle Paul talked about this contentment in Philippians 4:10-12 when he said “have learned in whatever state I am, to be content”. I know this place exists, for I myself have been there from time to time.

What do you mean you’ve been there from time to time? Aren’t you content? Yes and no, I can let the contentment go by allowing many things to tempt me to step out of contentment, just like you. What things interfere with contentment? How about stress, anxiety, worry, striking, jealousy, greed, envy, bitterness, angry, fear, insecurity, or uneasiness? (See 2 Corinthians 12:19-21, Galatians 5:19-21)

Contentment for me is confidence in the Lord. Psalm 118:8 says “It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.” Resting in Him, relying on His promises and trusting God no matter what I must face each day is how I demonstrate confidence in Him. (Proverbs 3:26, Proverbs 14:26, Isaiah 30:15)

Contentment is a reward for losing my life to God. Look at 1 Timothy 6:6 NKJV “Now godliness with contentment is great gain.” I don’t mean we ran out and commit suicide. Rather I’m referring to a wholehearted commitment to living God’s way. We learn to give Him everything because He gave His everything that we might live.

How do we get to this place called the contentment? The directions are easy but the journey may be challenging. Contentment comes from God. Therefore the path to contentment always begins with drawing closer to God. There are many ways to get closer to God: read the Bible, pray, fellowship with other believers, worship, go to church, serve others and on and on. What you choose is up to you. Our part is to seek God. God’s part is to guide us. And He is faithful to do just that.

Next we begin trusting God. Start by giving to God something bothering you and then watch how He takes care of it. Keep a journal of how God answered your prayers because referring back to all God has done will help us trust him more.

Lastly we act based on our trust in God. What does this look like? This will be different from person to person. God has shaped each one of us differently. Therefore the action we take will depend on which gifts, talents, abilities, life experiences, and personality God’s given us. When we start using all we have been given we not only glorify and honor God but also demonstrate our trust in him.

How is your contentment?

Lord Jesus, in you we find contentment. Thank you for it your healing touch, forgiveness of sins and the power to live for God honoring life. Draw us closer so we may experience your contentment stay and every day. In your name we pray amen.

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word. For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

Opposites Attract

You have no doubt heard the saying “opposites attract”, but I doubt you have heard it in this context before.

Throughout the New Testament we are taught by Jesus and his disciples to live differently.

• Don’t hold grudges but forgive (Matthew 18:21)
• Love your enemies (Matthew 5:42-44)
• Believe without seeing (John 20:29)
• Hate our life so we will live forever (John 12:25)
• Give that we might receive (Acts 20:35)

When we do these things, it is opposite from what our culture and the people around us we do. Being different, we stand now like a city on a hill. We shine like a light that can’t be easily snuffed out. The more consistently we follow Christ and his examples, the more others are drawn to us to find out why. Then it’s our job to give them an answer for why we live as we do.

Jesus is compelling not just for His name but for His actions. He followed the will of His Father. He was obedient and even unto death. He served others rather than waiting to be served. He healed people. He gave His life so we could live. Likewise Christians ought to be compelling not for their namesake but for their actions done out of love for their mighty Savior.

Lord Jesus thank you for having a plan and inviting us to be part of that plan. Help us to live our lives pleasing to you. Enable us through our witness to the world to stand out for you, to be opposite of the world, to turn the world upside down for you Lord. In your precious name we pray Amen.

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word. For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

Dark Side of Believing

Read John 12:9-11

 

Many Jews started believing in Jesus when they witnessed Lazarus being raised from the dead. Each one of us is like Lazarus. We were raised from the dead as soon as we believed in Jesus Christ.

 

Following Christ has its cost. Look at verse 10. The chief priests wanted to kill Lazarus as well as Jesus simply because so many Jews started believing in Jesus because of him.

 

Our story of salvation will have an impact on others. Some may turn to the Lord and believe. Others may treat us rudely, shun us or try to slander our faith. While we have no control over how others will react, we do have a responsibility to share our story when someone asks about it.

 

Do you have your 30 second story yet? Try to communicate these things:

· What were you like before?

· How are you different now?

· And what caused the change?

 

Here’s an example:

I used to be a perfectionist judging others by my insanely high standards. On the verge of divorce, I found myself humbled by the consequences of my behavior. I cried out to Jesus and asked him to come into my life. Now I no longer judge others and have found contentment and peace through faith in Jesus.

 

Do not be afraid to share your story with others. For the Bible teaches we are blessed when we do.

 

Matthew 5:10-12 NKJV: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”

 

We are called to be salt and light to the world around us. Therefore, as Matthew 5:16 says “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven”, let’s shine!

 

Lord Jesus, thank you for making all things work together for good. Thank you for the good work you do in us will be noticed by others. Give us courage to share our story when we are asked, regardless of how others may respond. In your name we pray amen.

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word. For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

Caught Off Guard

 

The other day while working during the lunch period, a co-worker asked if I would answer a few questions.  “Of course”, I replied, “happy to help if I can.”

 

A stranger steps into my work area asking me questions which seemed rather difficult to answer on the spot.  But the worst part was they were video taping my response!

 

I vaguely remembered we had an all-employee-meeting coming up, and slowly I began piecing this together.  This brief interview would be edited down into a collage of interviews to make an entertaining skit for the event.

 

I don’t particularly like being on camera, unless I’m prepared for it.  I have to think about my responses before speaking, so being put on the spot was very uncomfortable.

 

As I share this story, it dawns on me, this is a reminder.  We, Christians, should be prepared to give an answer for the hope we have in Jesus (1 Peter 3:15).  In case, we are “put on the stop” we will be ready.  

 

Are you prepared?  Do you have your 30 second explanation of what Jesus has done for you?  If not, why not work on one today?  You never know when you might need it.

 

Here’s my 30 second story:

I gave my life to Christ during a marital crisis.  After being forgiven from my sins, Jesus changed my hard heart of hatred into a tender heart of love.  He delivered me from perfectionism, workaholism, and love relationship addiction.  Now, I am a new person, my marriage is restored, and we were blessed with another child.

 

It’s your turn.  Tell me what Jesus has done for you. Write it down.  Practice it a few times until it holds off your tongue.  When you do, you won’t have to worry about being caught off guard.

 

Lord Jesus, thank you for letting us enough to die for us.  Thank you for making all things new.  In your precious name we pray Amen.

 

 © Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.  For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

 

Not all are Genuine

 

Read John 12:4-8

 

Earlier Mary had lavished expensive perfume on Jesus’ feet as a sign of worship.  Mary had done a beautiful thing for the Lord.  She expressed her appreciation for Jesus through humility, sacrifice and submission to Jesus’ authority. 

 

But Judas, one of the twelve disciples Jesus picked, was indignant saying the fragrance could have been sold and the money given to the poor.  You might ask why was that such as bad idea.  It seems like more good could have come from selling it rather than pouring it out on someone’s feet.  However, the Bible tells us Judas didn’t really care about the poor but rather he was interested in the money.  He kept the treasury of the disciples and was stealing from it.

 

How is it the disciples did not recognize Judas as the thief he was? 

• Perhaps Judas was a good liar.  We all know someone who can tell a convincing tale.
• Perhaps the disciples simply wanted to think the best of Judas.  After all aren’t we supposed to believe everyone is good? (Not really, the Bible tells us all have sinned – Romans 3:23). 
• Perhaps it is because we can’t see another person’s true motives – only God can. 

 

Whatever the reason for not recognizing those who are not part of God’s family, we can rest assured God knows who’s who.  Jesus told us this in John 10:14 NKJV: “I am the good shepherd; and I know My sheep, and am known by My own.”

 

Back to the story at hand, though, John 12:7-8 NKJV “But Jesus said, “Let her alone; she has kept this for the day of My burial. For the poor you have with you always, but Me you do not have always.””  Jesus stood up for Mary again.  Then He taught them about priorities.   Jesus knew He wasn’t going to be there forever, so the disciples had better come to Him while they could.  In addition, the poor would always be around and they were free to help them anytime they wanted to, but the opportunity to hang with Jesus, to worship Him in person was drawing to an end.

 

There comes a time when opportunities to give our life to Christ will cease also.  What’s holding us back from giving our self to Him?  Today is the day of Salvation.  Won’t you come and see for your self how good the Lord is?   All it takes is a simply pray like this:

“Lord Jesus, I am a sinner, but you died in my place.  Please forgive me and come into my life.  In your name, Amen.”

 

Lord Jesus thank you for guiding us back to the real issue at hand.  Focus on You.  For those who have yet to come to you we pray you soften their hearts and draw them to you.  For the believers we pray for discernment and wisdom to keep our priorities straight.  In your precious name we pray. Amen.

 

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.  For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

Ways to Worship

 

Read John 12:1:3

 

Previously in John 11:43-44 Jesus had raised Lazarus from death.  In that encounter Jesus revealed more of Himself and His power to His disciples and others who were there to see.

 

In today’s reading we see Lazarus, Martha, Mary and Jesus are gathered together again.  They made Him supper and served Him, in various ways.  Each disciple showed their appreciation in their own unique way.  In this they demonstrated their love for Jesus.

 

• Lazarus, who was raised from the dead, sat with Jesus at the table.  He was spending as much close intimate time with Jesus as he could, after being resurrected.  Lazarus worshipped through fellowship and personal conversation with Jesus.

 

• Martha, the natural born servant, was doing what she did best.  She made supper and served Jesus.  Her worship was in the form of hospitality and service.

 

• Mary, who sat at Jesus’ feet hanging on His every word, showed her love by anointing Jesus with costly fragrance.  Mary’s act of worship was through humility, sacrifice and submission.

 

Each of these close friends of Jesus was eternally grateful for all He had done for their family.  He freed Martha from her demanding ways.  He raised Lazarus from the dead.  Jesus confirmed Mary choose the good part which would not be taken away from her (John 10:42).  Each worshipped in unique ways based on how God shaped them. 

 

There is no right or wrong way to worship as long as it is a pouring out of our love for God and what He’s done for us.

 

What has God revealed to you?  What was your response?  How can we be more open to His revelation?

 

Lord Jesus, thank you for revealing yourself to us this day.  Help us keep the lines of communication free from sin that distorts our understanding of you.  In Your name we pray. Amen.

 

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.  For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.

 

Martha’s Faith

Read John 11.

 

Previously in Luke 10:38-42 Martha was distracted by all the work to be done and Mary sat at Jesus’ feet taking in every word.  Now, after her brother Lazarus has died, she is the first to go to Jesus.

 

What’s the big deal you ask?  Well, think about this, Mary was the one hanging on every word from Jesus.  Mary seemed more interested in Jesus than Martha.  One would have assumed Mary would have been first to go to Jesus.  But it was Martha.

 

Martha is doer, the one who takes care of everything. She prepared elaborate meals for Jesus and His disciples when they visited.  She never stopped.  It was always go, go, and go for Martha.  So, imagine there’s a death in the family.  Who would everyone turn to?  Martha, of course!  Martha would be busy doing what she always did, preparing food, cleaning the house and making it ready for all the mourners.

 

When it says “as soon as she heard Jesus was coming, she went to Him”, it doesn’t mean she answered the door before anyone else.  No, it means Martha left her house, her duties and her self-imposed responsibilities and went to meet Jesus.  He wasn’t even in her town yet.  She went out to meet Him as He came near. 

 

How often do we drop everything and come to Jesus?  If this extreme doer could, so can we.  In my mind, Martha’s faith has increased tremendously since Jesus’ last visit.  Take a look at John 11:21-22 NKJV:

“Now Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died. But even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.”

 

Martha knew Jesus could have healed her brother, if He had been there.  She knew He could lengthen life.  She probably had great sadness, sorrow and maybe even disappointment in her voice as she spoke those words.  And yet, look at her second sentence “But even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.”

 

Now, that’s faith.  Her brother is dead, which is normally the end of the line.  There’s no returning from death.  Yet, she had confidence in Jesus’ connection with God.  She knew God would give Jesus anything He asked for.  She believed in the impossible, although she didn’t know how it would work out.

 

How often do we have faith to believe when all seems lost?

 

Although Martha’s faith seems great in that moment, it starts to shrivel with the next interchange with Jesus.  He replies, “Your brother will rise again.”  Jesus reassures Martha this isn’t the end.  Her brother would live again.  Jesus was giving her a glimpse of what He was about to do. 

 

Martha responds with what she knows, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.”  But she totally missed Jesus’ point.  Maybe she was blinded by her grief.  We don’t know for sure. 

 

As if giving her a second chance to understand Jesus replies, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?”  Martha says, “Yes, Lord, I believe that You are the Christ, the Son of God, who is to come into the world.”

 

This reminds me what it says in Mark 9:19-24 about the father who said “Lord, I believe but help my unbelief.”  Martha is saying the right thing, but does she believe it? 

 

In the next scene Jesus tells them to remove the stone from the tomb where Lazarus lays.  Martha is quick to point out there will be a great stench because Lazarus has been dead four days!  Where did her faith go?

 

Look at how gentle Jesus responds to her.  “Jesus said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you would believe you would see the glory of God?”” He doesn’t point out how she had great faith a few minutes ago and now she is hopeless.  He simply re-enforces the-believe-and-see principle He’s about to perform.  With that He prays out loud for all to hear and calls Lazarus out of the tomb. 

 

What did we learn?

1. Sometimes those seemingly with least belief have more faith than we know. (Martha)
2. Those who appear more faithful may have less faith than they realize. (Mary)
3. Faith can rise and fall, like the waves of the ocean.  But it doesn’t mean we don’t know the Lord. (Martha)
4. God can and does bring good out of terrible circumstances. (Lazarus’s death and resurrection)

 

What is God calling you to believe?  As the song goes, “Faith will rise as we wait upon the Lord.”

 

Lord Jesus you can do anything and nothing is impossible for you.  Strengthen our faith this day.  In your name we pray. Amen.

 

© Elizabeth Marks, author of ThinkOnIt Devotions and has a heart for encouraging others with God’s Word.  For more devotions, bible studies and a recommended book store, visit http://www.ThinkOnItDevotions.com today.