Unsearchable Riches

Today's verse is Ecclesiastes 3:11
He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end.

Compare the above text with what Paul told Timothy: “For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.” The first speaks of finding Joy and Mystery, the second, Suffering and Confidence. All in all this paints a picture of a God that we can trust, indeed a God that we must trust. Many, using the reasons that they must fear God, as an excuse to blame God for their misfortunes, of which they are most likely guilty, not seeing the Good things that God has put in their lives that they do not deserve. Where are you? Will you miss the Joy because of the mystery, or will you miss the confidence because of the suffering? Or, will you find Joy, in the unsearchable Mystery of God, and endure the suffering, because you know you have a God that you can be confident in? Selah [Think on These Things.] Amen.

To God be the Glory

Today’s Reading is Ecclesiastes 1-3, Psalm 45, 2 Timothy 1

Tomorrow's Reading will be Ecclesiastes 4-6, Psalm 125, 2 Timothy 2

Withdraw Thyself

Today's verse is 1 Timothy 6:3-5
If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; 
He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 
Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

“Seeing they see not, hearing they hear not,” and “Those that have ears to hear, let him hear.” Today, there is a group that fits the description given above and they are loud and demanding, yet to give in to their demands is to turn your back upon God. So what will you do, will you for expedience sake give in to their demands, or will you as Paul counsels here, reject them and their teachings, and also turn to God, and trust him to carry you through, giving to him as he demands for your good? Selah [Think on this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 1 Kings 10-11, 2 Chronicles 9, 1 Timothy 6

Tomorrow's Reading will be Ecclesiastes 1-3, Psalm 45, 2 Timothy 1

Reason For The Turmoil

Today's verse is 1 Kings 9:8
And at this house, which is high, every one that passeth by it shall be astonished, and shall hiss; and they shall say, Why hath the LORD done thus unto this land, and to this house?

Why hath the Lord done this? Do we not live in a day when those about us are astonished, do they not hiss? We find the answer in the following verse: it is because we have forgotten The Lord, the God that created Heaven and Earth and all that in them is. Do you want a solution to the troubles about you? Turn to the one that made you, by the mercy provided to you by his Death upon the Cross, and urge your neighbor to do the same. Then if enough of us do this, Then God will turn from the judgment that he has unleashed and restore us to a right relationship with him. Selah [Think on this] Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 1 Kings 9, 2 Chronicles 8, 1 Timothy 5

Monday's Reading will be 1 Kings 10-11, 2 Chronicles 9, 1 Timothy 6

The Effect Of Obeying Sound Doctrine

Today's verse is 1 Timothy 4:16
Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.

Doctrine, or rather sound doctrine is the right understanding of God, and how he relates to mankind, and how a man might have a right relationship with him. Here we see Paul telling Timothy to consider these things and to conform himself to them, and as he does this, as he proclaims these thing to others, they will see God reflected in him, receiving that same promise that he received in Christ, obtaining that redemption that is available to all. So as Paul instructed Timothy let us do the same, and so too shall we see the same result as God through Paul promised Timothy. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 2 Chronicles 5-7, Psalm 121, 1 Timothy 4

Tomorrow's Reading will be 1 Kings 9, 2 Chronicles 8, 1 Timothy 5

Prosperity or Abasement, God Can Be Trusted

Today's verse is Psalm 30:6
And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.

I know this verse, I have lived it, and the verses following also do I know, even now with all the turmoil the whole earth is in, and the troubles in my own life, it seems as if God has forgotten me. Yet, in times like these, we must remember those times that God’s hand was clearly seen, and the promises he has made, and then choose to trust him whatever the current circumstances, for he has not forgotten us, but has a purpose which we shall see in due course when once the fulness of time has come. For now, know that the God in heaven will never leave nor forsake any that have trusted in him. Selah [Think on this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 1 Kings 8, Psalm 30, 1 Timothy 3

Tomorrow's Reading will be 2 Chronicles 5-7, Psalm 121, 1 Timothy 4

The True Source of Success

Today's verse is Psalm 44:3
For they got not the land in possession by their own sword, Neither did their own arm save them: But thy right hand, and thine arm, and the light of thy countenance, Because thou hadst a favour unto them.

In a time such as this, we need to remember, by whom we have all that we have. Some would say that they have obtained all that they have by their own ability. Other say that other that have, have because they stole it, from those they have not. Both of these are lies. For it is God that sets up one, and leaves to his own devises another, but we see in Timothy today that he desires all to come to the knowledge of the truth. As Israel had God’s favor, so too can we obtain it through the grace of Jesus Christ, who by his sacrifice, is the mediator between God and men. So in this evil day, let us turn to the one who died for us, and cast off those lies by which others seek to control us, and learn of the freedom we have in Jesus. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is I Kings 7, 2 Chronicles 4, Psalm 44, 1 Timothy 2

Tomorrow's Reading will be 1 Kings 8, Psalm 30, 1 Timothy 3

The Proper Use of The Law

Today's verse is 1 Timothy 1:8
But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully;

Many, even most think that the purpose of the Law, God definition of right and wrong, is so that we might know how to please God. While it is true, that if we could faithfully keep even jot and title of the Law, we would indeed have cause to glory, but because we can’t, this is not its purpose! It’s purpose is to show how it is impossible for us to meet God standard, that we truly have no ability , of our own accord, by our own strength, to do that which pleases a most righteous and holy God. To put simply, the Law is to show us our need. This same need which God, through Jesus Christ, answers by the blessed truth of the Gospel. So do not strive to do that which is impossible, but allow the one that died for you, and rose again to live through you, and by this you will truly please the God that loves you. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 1 Kings 6, 2 Chronicles 3, 1 Timothy 1

Tomorrow's Reading will be I Kings 7, 2 Chronicles 4, Psalm 44, 1 Timothy 2

Do Not Be Weary

Today's verse is 2 Thessalonians 3:13
But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.

A simple command, yet one easily disobeyed, for we lose sight of the died for us, and we lose sight of what we are working for. When you start to get tired of what God has you doing, just take a moment to reflect on what he has already done for you, then remember the promises he has made you, both those recorded in his Word, and those that we give when he called you to the purpose he has set for you, and as he endured the Cross for the joy set before him, so also set your eyes upon the end God has set before you, and once again take up the work he has given you to do, refreshed for the Day. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is 1 Kings 5, 2 Chronicles 2, 2 Thessalonians 3

Monday's Reading will be 1 Kings 6, 2 Chronicles 3, 1 Timothy 1

What To Stand For

Today's verse is 2 Thessalonians 2:15
Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions which ye have been taught, whether by word, or our epistle.

Today, when the servants of the devil, try to take the moral high ground, falsely, we need not fear what man can do to us, but remember that God is still on his throne, and that he has called us, that have trusted in the blood that Jesus shed for us on the Cross, to stand for him and his Word. We, today, are at a crossroad, for truly these servants are being revealed for who they are, and if any nation bows to their demands they turn their back upon the God that died for them, but if we do as this verse demands, we can have hope that God will delay his judgment, but if not, we can be sure that he will welcome us, as we enter into his presence. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is Song of Solomon 7-8, Psalm 127, 2 Thessalonians 2

Tomorrow's Reading will be 1 Kings 5, 2 Chronicles 2, 2 Thessalonians 3

The Goal To Strive For

Today's verse is 2 Thessalonians 1:12

That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

For all of those that name the name of Jesus Christ, and identify themselves with him, herein is the Goal God has for you. Now it is not like you do not have a choice, for you do, but if you choose not to surrender to him, you will lose reward, but still face the troubles mentioned earlier. But, and if you trust him, and allow him to work through you, not only will God be glorified in you, and you in him, (which is a reward in itself) but he shall reward you beyond whatever you can imagine. Selah [Think on this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is Song of Solomon 4-6, 2 Thessalonians 1

Tomorrow's Reading will be Song of Solomon 7-8, Psalm 127, 2 Thessalonians 2

The Faithful Savior

Today's verse is 1 Thessalonians 5:24
Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.

Immediate context: Jesus Christ will complete his Salvation in all of you that have trusted in his redemptive work. However, there also appears to be a greater context, in that what Jesus has called you to accomplish, he will accomplish in you, and through you. In the beginning of this chapter, it speaks of troublous times leading to that time that Jesus will call us away. So as we live in a time of trouble that spans the world, know that whatever purpose your Lord and Savior has called you, he will complete it. He will not allow you, nor the troubles of the times keep him from doing what he had promised. So look up, and ready yourself, but above all Trust him, who loves you and died for you, for as he completed his work on the Cross he will complete his Work in you. Amen.

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s Reading is Song of Solomon 1-3, Psalm 72, 1 Thessalonians 5

Tomorrow's Reading will be Song of Solomon 4-6, 2 Thessalonians 1

The Just Are Abomination To The Wicked

Today's verse is Proverbs 29:27
An unjust man is an abomination to the just: And he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.

The truth of this verse can be easily seen today. Those that hate God come together and seek to destroy all that is right, saying that it is all unjust and wrong while crying for justice when what they truly want is chaos. Such are deceitful to the core, and many are turned aside by their lies, hoping to also profit from them. To escape them we must continue to allow God to define what is true, what is right, and to trust him whatever may come, holding fast to his promises and refusing to surrender to those that would destroy all that remind them of him. So, Today, do not bend the knee, but stand for him that died for you, knowing that always in the end his righteousness will prevail. Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 29-31, 1 Thessalonians 4
Tomorrow's Reading will be Song of Solomon 1-3, Psalm 72, 1 Thessalonians 5

Afflictions Are Not Unexpected

Today's verse is 1 Thessalonians 3:3
That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto.

Paul is referring here to troubles that he is facing, of which the Thessalonians were possibly troubled. Whatever state you find another, or whatever state you find yourself, Do. Not. Worry, but, rather, Trust in the one who has delivered you from sin. He knows your state, he knows the state of your friend, and he has a purpose for it. So when troubles come, first and foremost, trust in the one who proved his love for you and pray, then as possible find ways to help. This is what would be pleasing to God. Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 26-28, I Thessalonians 3
Monday's Reading will be Proverbs 29-31, 1 Thessalonians 4

When You Fall

Today's verse is Proverbs 24:16
For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: But the wicked shall fall into mischief.

Although the Word of God commands us to be perfect, for our God is perfect, we as children of Adam will stumble, and we will fall. This does not mean that we stop striving for that mark of the high calling of Jesus Christ, but rather when we stumble, and when we fall, we remember the example we have in David, who was a man after God’s own heart. For we see him stumble and fall time and again, but each time he sought his God, and turned to him, and repented anew, and God received him, disciplined him at times, but set him up again on his feet, and was pleased with him. So have you failed, What are you better than David? Look to Jesus Christ, place yourself upon his mercy which is everlasting and see what your God can do. Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 24-25, Psalm 41, 1 Thessalonians 2
Tomorrow's Reading will be Proverbs 26-28, I Thessalonians 3

Rich Or Poor, We Owe God

Today's verse is Proverbs 22:2
The rich and poor meet together: The LORD is the maker of them all.

The term here “meet together” seems to speak of commonality, that is to say they have something in common. We are reminded here that all, whether rich or poor, are made by God, in fact, we are all made in the image of God. We all need to remember that all that we have, all that we are, has been given us of God, and to God we are responsible to how we use it. We are not to covet what our neighbor has, but we are to remember that “the laborer is worthy of his hire.”  So whether you have much, or little, in your eyes or the eyes of another, do not seek to take from another, but work with the gift or gifts God has given you, and be willing to give when your neighbor is in need. (That is not to say if you are in need to expect your neighbor to help, that is between him and God.) Selah [Think about this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is  Proverbs 22-23, Psalm 117, 1 Thessalonians 1
Tomorrow's Reading will be Proverbs 24-25, Psalm 41, 1 Thessalonians 2

Count Your Many Blessings

Today's verse is Psalm 40:5
     Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done,
      And thy thoughts which are to us-ward:
      They cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee:
      If I would declare and speak of them,
      They are more than can be numbered.

There is a hymn titled “Count your many Blessings,” this verse may very well be the inspiration of that song. Some may say though that God has given them nothing, for they can see no good in their lives, but this is because they are blind. If you are such a one as this, start with what the following passage promises and referrers to, that great promise, and most blessed gift God has given to man: The promise and reality of  the redeemer, and redemption from sin through the sacrifice Jesus Christ made on the Cross for all that will receive it. Once you receive this, and start your count here, and trust him with all your heart, and follow him whatever may come, you will quickly lose count, as promised here. Selah [think about this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 19-21, Psalm 40, Romans 16
Tomorrow's Reading will be Proverbs 22-23, Psalm 117, 1 Thessalonians 1

Misguided Understandings

Today's verse is Proverbs 16:25
     There is a way that seemeth right unto a man,
      But the end thereof are the ways of death.

When we trust our own understanding, we most likely will fail. When we try to follow our heart, it will more often then not, lead us astray. This is because we do not know enough to act with wisdom, and our hearts are wicked, and deceitful, desiring those things that appear good, or pleasant, only to cause us to lose sight of what is truly important. This is why we must always and only trust in the Lord our God, and seek him for direction in all that we do. If we do these two things, we need not concern ourselves with any unintended consequences, for our God has promised to guide our steps, and all consequences on that path have been intended by God. And as our way leads to death, his way will lead to life, not only for us, but for many that we interact with as well. Selah [Think about this.] Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 16-18, Romans 15
Tomorrow's Reading will be Proverbs 19-21, Psalm 40, Romans 16

Faith And Gray Areas

Today's verse is Romans 14:23
And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because he eateth not of faith: for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.

This passage does not say, I can do this because I believe, rather it says that if I do not believe I should do this or that, I should not. Our Faith is not blind, for it needs to be founded upon the Word of God, and what it teaches. That is, our faith needs to built upon the foundation of what we understand in the scriptures. Now the context of this passage is to consider the conscience of our brothers and sisters in Christ, for none have a perfect understanding of the world around us, and its relationship with our heavenly Father. So it is good, not to be convicted by what you do, but also endeavor to not cause your neighbor to stumble when he sees you do that which he thinks is wrong. Selah [Think on these things] Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 14-15, Romans 14
Monday's Reading will be Proverbs 16-18, Romans 15

The Way of The Wicked

Today's verse is Proverbs 11:5
     The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way:
      But the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.

This is a truth that must be heeded, most of the time, God’s wrath is seen by how a person’s sin consumes them, and influences all that they do, leading them to their own destruction. Some escape temporarily, but in the end, all pay for their sins. Yet, the righteous find their way and escape the troubles of the wicked. Yet, who is truly righteous, there has truly only been one, and by his own choice he went to the Cross, and paid for the sins of all who will accept it. Do you see evil and wickedness all about you? Fear God, Look to the cross, and again see in it reason to Fear God, but also see in it his love for you, and trust him, for by it you can be delivered from his wrath, not just that to come, but of what we see in the world today. Amen.

To God be the Glory
Scott

Today’s Reading is Proverbs 8-10, Psalm 144, Romans 12
Tomorrow's Reading will be Proverbs 14-15, Romans 14