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Melanie Quinton
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Joshua 1:16-17 "They answered Joshua, "We will do whatever you command us, and we will go wherever you send us. We will obey you just as we obeyed Moses. And may the Lord your God be with you as he was with Moses."
Isaiah 55:8-9 "My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts," says the Lord. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts."
Romans 15:7 "Therefore, accept each other just as Christ has accepted you so that God will be given glory."
Colossians 3:16-17 "Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts. And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father."
2 Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline."
Here Today; Here Tomorrow
By: Melanie Quinton
IB: God
2-26-24
We don't have to worry about tomorrow,
don't sit & wallow in your sorrow.
For the Lord is already there;
He knows of all our care.
Praise Him today,
And watch all your cares melt away.
We are in this world not of it;
Lean into the direction of the Holy Spirit.
He will guide, he will protect, He will love;
With the love that comes from above.
Praise Him today;
And watch all your cares melt away.
Fear and doubt; don't try to hide;
For the Lord, Jesus resides.
He will reign on heaven & earth,
He is the one from the virgin birth.
Jesus, Messiah, Lord of all,
Listen to the call, from the one above all.
The world we live in;
Is full of sin.
That isn't how your story began;
That isn't how your life will end.
Praise Him today;
And watch all your cares melt away.
Have a blessed day!
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Jeremiah 29:11-13 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me."
Luke 1:78-79 "Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace."
Romans 13:9-10 "For the commandments say, "You must not commit adultery. You must not murder. You must not steal. You must not covet." These--and other such commandments--are summed up in this one commandment: "Love your neighbor as yourself."
Proverbs 17:9 "Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends."
1 John 4:11-12 "Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other. No one has ever seen God. But if we love each other, God lives in us, and his love is brought to full expression in us."
Romans 8:38-39 "And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow--not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below--indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord."
Romans 8:35, 37 "Can anything ever separate us from Christ's love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? 37 No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us."
1 John 4:10 "This is real love--not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins."
John 13:34-35 "So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples."
John 3:16 "For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life,"
1 Corinthians 13:6-7 "It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged."
1 Corinthians 13:1-3 "If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing."
2 Thessalonians 1:3 "Dear brothers and sisters, we can't help but thank God for you, because your faith is flourishing and your love for one another is growing."
Matthew 5:43-45 "You have heard the law that says, 'Love your neighbor' and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and unjust alike."
Mark 9:35 "He sat down, called the twelve disciples over to him, and said, "Whoever wants to be first must take last place and be the servant of everyone else."
John 4:24 "For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth."
Ephesians 6:12-13 "For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will be standing firm."
Phil 4:8 "Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, praiseworthy; think about such things!"
Galatians 6:1 "Dear Brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself."
James 1:5 "If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking."
Matthew 7:7-8 "Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened."
Galatians 6:7-8 "Don't be misled-you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit."
James 1:2-3 "Dear Brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow."
Ephesians 4:24 "Put on your new nature, created to be like God--truly righteous and holy."
1 John 1:5-7 "This is the message we heard from Jesus and now declare to you: God is light, and there is no darkness in him at all. So we are lying if we say we have fellowship with God but go on living in spiritual darkness; we are not practicing the truth. But if we are living in the light, as God is in the light then we have fellowship with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from all sin."
Galatians 5:16 "So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves."
John 8:31-32 "Jesus said to the people who believed in him, "You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
1 John 4:20-21 "If someone says, "I love God," but hates a fellow believer, that person is a liar; for if we don't love people we can see, how can we love God, whom we cannot see? And he has given us this command: Those who love God must also love their fellow believers."
2 Corinthians 5:19-20 "For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people's sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. So we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, "Come back to God!"
Galatians 3:26-28 "For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes. There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus."
2 Corinthians 4:17-18 "For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal."
Joshua 1:9 "This is my command--be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
Matthew 6:19-21 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will be also."
Amos 5:14-15 "Do what is good and run from evil so that you may live! Then the Lord God of Heaven's Armies will be your helper, just as you have claimed. Hate evil and love what is good; turn your courts into true halls of justice. Perhaps even yet the Lord God of Heaven's Armies will have mercy on the remnant of his people."
Ephesians 2:8-10 "God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago."
1 Peter 1:13 "So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world."
Isaiah 1:16-17 "Wash yourselves and be clean! Get your sins out of my sight. Give up your evil ways. Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows."
Psalm 51:12 "Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and uphold me with a willing spirit."
Psalm 118:28 "You are my God, and I will praise You; You are my God, I will exalt You."
2 Corinthians 4:17-18 "For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal."
Phil 2:12-13 "Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure."
Isaiah 43:16 "I am the Lord, who opened a way through the waters, making a dry path through the sea."
John 16:33 "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world."
John 14:1-3 "Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father's home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am."
Matthew 11:28 "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overwhelmed, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls.]"
Psalm 103:1-2 "Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me."
Mark 7:14-15 "Then Jesus called to the crowd to come and hear. "All of you listen," he said, "and try to understand. It's not what goes into your body that defiles you; you are defiled by what comes from your heart."
Isaiah 9:6 "For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."
"His destiny was the cross...His purpose was love...His reason was you. May the blessings of your day be wonderful reminders of all Jesus has given." December 24May the Lord bless you this day and always! May His love cover you from your heads to your toes! May you feel the warm embrace of everything He has done for each of you! May you embrace your families through this glorious time! May you learn to let go; and let God have control! May you walk through this day and forever with hope in your hearts; for better days are ahead! May the Lord shower you with blessings that can't be contained. May you always remember where you have been; and where the Lord is taking you! May you grow in spiritual growth; and lean into His bosom! May you take time out of the hustle and bustle; and spend time with Jesus. Because He truly is the reason for this season. May the Lord reign His favor down over you. May each memory of your loved ones; offer peace, love, hope, and joy! May you find true happiness in serving the Lord and others. May this time you have everything you have needed. May you have some rest in the Lord's presence. Have a blessed day; slow down and breathe! Embrace the joy of this day; and the joy of those loved ones! Lord, give everyone the answers they seek. In Jesus Name Amen. IB God 12-24-23 Only 1 day until Christmas. Carry Christmas in your hearts all year long!!! May Christmas miracles find you and yours!Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Ephesians 1:11 "Because of what Christ has done, we have become gifts to God that He delights in."
Psalm 16:11 "You will show me the path of life; In your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
Luke 2:8-12 "That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord's glory surrounded them. They were terrified, but the angel reassured them. "Don't be afraid!" he said. "I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior--yes, the Messiah, the Lord--has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! And you will recognize him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manager."
Isaiah 26:12 "Lord, you will grant us peace; all we have accomplished is really from you."
Luke 1:76-79 "And you, my little son, will be called a prophet of the Most High, because you will prepare the way for the Lord. You will tell his people how to find salvation through forgiveness of their sins. Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace."
7 days Until Christmas
By: © Melanie Quinton
IB: God
Date: 12-18-23
Only 7 days until Christmas,
Hustling and Bustling to take care of Christmas wishes.
Some people are missing loved ones this season.
Let's lean into Jesus for he is the reason.
Checking those lists not once but twice,
Trying to see who is naughty or nice.
Decking the halls with mistletoe and holly,
Trying our best to remain joyful and jolly.
Take time today to take care of yourselves,
How else can we help like Santa's Elves?
Go be the light in someone's darkness,
Spreading love, laughter, and kindness.
For we never will know of the impact that we have shown,
Until we are gone and by the throne!
Have a blessed day! IB God 12-18-23
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 119:4-5 "You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!"
Luke 1:42-45 "Elizabeth gave a glad cry and exclaimed to Mary, "God has blessed you above all women, and your child is blessed. Why am I so honored that the mother of my Lord should visit me? When I heard your greeting, the baby in my womb jumped for joy. You are blessed because you believed that the Lord would do what he said."
Luke 1:30-33 "Don't be afraid, Mary," the angel told her, "for you have found favor with God! You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus. He will be very great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his ancestor David. And he will reign over Israel forever; his Kingdom will never end!"
Acts 2:38 "Peter replied, "Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."
Matthew 7:15-17 "Beware of false prophets who come disguised as harmless sheep but are really vicious wolves. You can identify them by their fruit, that is, by the way they act. Can you pick grapes from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles? A good tree produces good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit."
Psalm 92:4 "You thrill me, Lord, with all you have done for me! I sing for joy because of what you have done."
Ephesians 4:25-28 "And "don't sin by letting anger control you. Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, for anger gives a foothold to the devil. If you are a thief, quit stealing. Instead, use your hands for good hard work, and then give generously to others in need."
Deuteronomy 18:15 "Moses continued, "The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your fellow Israelites. You must listen to him."
John 15:5-8 "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned. If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples."
Ephesians 4:22-24 "Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God--truly righteous and holy."
John 11:22-24 "But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask." Jesus told her, "Your brother will rise again. Yes, Martha said, "he will rise when everyone else rises, on the last day."
John 10:14-15 "I am the good shepherd; I know my own sheep, and they know me, just as my Father knows me and I know the Father. So I sacrifice my life for the sheep."
John 10:9-10 "Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved. They will come and go freely and will find good pastures. The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life."
John 8:12 "Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, "I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won't have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life."
John 6:35 "Jesus replied, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again. Whoever believes in me will never be thirsty."
Hebrews 1:1-2 "Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through this Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe."
John 1:1-2 "In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God."
2 Peter 3:10-11 "But the day of the Lord will come as unexpectedly as a thief. Then the heavens will pass away with a terrible noise, and the very elements themselves will disappear in fire, and the earth and everything on it will be found to deserve judgment. Since everything around us is going to be destroyed like this, what holy and godly lives you should live."
Psalm 136:1,26 "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever."
1 Chronicles 16:8 "Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done."
Colossians 3:16 "Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts."
Hebrews 12:28 "Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe."
Colossians 3:17 "And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father."
Colossians 2:6-7 "And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness."
Psalm 100:4-5 "Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation."
Colossians 3:15 "And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful."
1 Corinthians 1:4-5 "I always thank my God for you and for the gracious gifts he has given you, now that you belong to Christ Jesus. Through him, God has enriched your church in every way--with all of your eloquent words and all of your knowledge."
Psalm 95:1-2 "Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him."
Psalm 1:1-2 "Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night."
Psalm 119:105 "Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and light for my path." No matter what darkness you are facing; the Lord is the lamp to guide our feet. He will light our path. He will not cause us to stumble. All who are weary and heavy laden come to our father, and He will give you rest. He is working all things together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. Are you living your life for your purpose; or asking the Lord to show you His purpose for your life? We need to put the fruit of the spirit in our minds, our hearts, and our souls; and practice what we preach. We all have the same amount of time in a day. Are you wasting focus on things that do not matter? Or are you taking time to care for those who can't care for themselves? The Lord is straightforward when He tells us to care for Widows and Orphans. Also, to care for the least, and the lost. In doing so we will raise up a generation of leaders. The world needs Christians to pull together their resources; so we can stand against the attacks of satan!
Are you wearing your armor of God today? Or is it tucked back in the closet like everything else we may or may not need? When we choose to guard ourselves and protect ourselves by wearing the armor; we are choosing to walk in the pathway of righteousness. Thank you all for bearing with me through this difficult time. I hold onto the faith that oh yes, one day I will see my mama in heaven again and we will unite as sisters in Christ. Do not go through this day dancing around believing there is some superior being in heaven. Instead, of knowing that it is the Lord, Jesus. We can't do life on our own! If we try we will become exhausted and will not see the fruit of our labor. I have met a couple different individuals that believe in themselves; but not in God. And His word is clear. "If we don't profess him in front of our people. He will deny us in front of the Father. Please before your time runs out; get right with the Lord and others. Have a blessed day! IB God 11-16-23Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional WriterPlease keep my family in your prayers.Sorry no audio today.
Psalm 119:143 "As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands." Luke 10:27 "Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, your mind, and your strength. And love others as yourselves."
Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn; for they will be comforted" Deuteronomy 31:8 "The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."1 Peter 5:10 "In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation."
Isaiah 40:31 "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." For all who believe in the Lord, Jesus has found their hope in the Lord. He is our strength when we are weak. He is our guide in the dark. He is the one that shows us which way to go. He is the one that guides us back to where we need to be. Where have you looked for your strength? Have you tried to be strong on your own? We need to lean into the Lord and each other during times of loss. Whether you are like me and have recently lost a loved one. Know this...There is hope in the Lord, Jesus that you will see them again. There is hope that their pain and suffering has ceased. There is hope that all things that were brought to cause us harm; will be worked out for our good.
Everyone grieves differently. Just as everyone rejoices differently. Allow the Lord to show you where you need to grieve in open, in private, or both. He will not leave you by yourselves. You are not alone on this dark day. Rise up strong in the Lord; and ask Him to lead you where you need to go. Leave time in your schedule to make time for yourselves as well. For if we don't care for ourselves; we will not be able to care for others. Do not do anything harsh, rash, or mean. Instead, address your feelings and ask the Lord to give you strength to endure. Do not be anxious about anything. But through prayer and supplications; let your requests be known to the Lord and He will be faithful to answer in the appropriate hour. Have a blessed day! Go be with your Church; and if you don't have one let the Lord lead you there. IB God 11-12-23Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
My Mother
By: Melanie Quinton
IB God: 11-11-23
My mother was like no other,
She loved everyone like it was no bother.
She embraced each and everyone's differences,
No matter what the grievances.
She provided love for her three adult children,
Even if she didn't know you; you were considered kin.
She loved her husband all of her life;
She enjoyed being married for 32 years; and living as his wife.
Her passing came as a tidal wave,
I am so blessed to know she is safe.
She went home to be with the Lord yesterday night,
She was ready to let go of the fight.
She had many ailments that slowed her down,
But none too big to deny the crown.
She knew the Lord with a childlike faith,
Showing others how to love and treat each other on the right path.
We will miss her smile, her laugh, and her silly talk.
She is now in a body that is able to fully walk.
Rest in heaven "mother goose"
Resting on Jesus we have nothing to lose!
One of her favorite hymns was:
Blessed Assurance that I will now sing.
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 106:3-4 "Blessed are they...who constantly do what is right. Remember me, O Lord, when You show favor to Your people."
Isaiah 1:18 "Come now, let's settle this," says the Lord. "Though your sins are like scarlet, I will make them as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, I will make them as white as wool."
Gratitude
By: Melanie Quinton
IB: God
11-8-23
I am grateful for this very day,
I pray that I walk in the Lord's way.
I pray to be lead down the path that leads to life,
I pray to be a good, loving, and caring wife.
I pray that each person will change their wicked ways,
For we are entering into the last days.
Give thanks to the Lord for He is good,
He loves each of us like any good father would.
Do not get caught up in the bustle of this season,
Always remember Jesus is the reason.
Slow down and count your blessings,
Appreciate all the fixings and all the dressings.
Stay the course this time of year,
Always remember to hold your loved ones near.
Do things that you enjoy,
Go out and be that girl or boy!
What is one thing you can do?
To show the love of God; He will be proud of you!
Have a blessed day! IB God 11-8-23
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
1 Timothy 2:1-2 "I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity."
Ephesians 1:9-10 "God has now revealed to us his mysterious will regarding Christ--which is to fulfill his own good plan. And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ--everything in heaven and on earth."
Romans 13:8-10 "Owe nothing to anyone--except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbor, you will fulfill the requirements of God's law. For the commandments say, "You must not commit adultery. You must not murder. You must not steal. You must not covet. These--and other such commandments--are summed up in this one commandment: "Love your neighbor as yourself." Love does no wrong to others, so love fulfills the requirements of God's law."
2 Corinthians 3:6 "He has enabled us to be ministers of his new covenant. This is a covenant not of written laws, but of the Spirit. The old written covenant ends in death; but under the new covenant, the Spirit gives life."
Proverbs 4:23 "Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life."
1 Peter 2:11-12 "Dear friends, I warn you as "temporary residents and foreigners" to keep away from worldly desires that wage war against your very souls. Be careful to live properly among your unbelieving neighbors. Then even if they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your honorable behavior, and they will give honor to God when he judges the world."
Ephesians 1:18-20 "I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called--his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms."
1 Peter 5:8-9 "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world."
Ephesians 2:8-9 "For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God's gift--not from works, so that no one can boast."
Romans 12:1 "And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice--the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him."
1 Peter 1:24-25 "As the Scriptures say, "People are like grass; their beauty is like a flower in the field. The grass withers and the flower fades. But the word of the Lord remains forever." And that word is the Good News that was preached to you."
2 Timothy 4:3-4 "For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. They will reject the truth and chase after myths."
2 Timothy 3:16-17 "All scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work."
Ephesians 5:19-20 "Singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and making music to the Lord in your hearts. And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ."
1 Timothy 1:14 "Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was! He filled me with the faith and love that come from Christ Jesus."
Galatians 6:4-5 "Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else. For we are each responsible for our own conduct."
Proverbs 15:23 "Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!"
Psalm 40:8 "I take joy in doing your will, my God, for your instructions are written on my heart."
Psalm 37:24 "Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand."
Psalm 27:13 "Yet I am confident I will see the Lord's goodness while I am here in the land of the living."
Psalm 25:14-15 "The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. My eyes are always on the Lord, for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies."
Psalm 19:14 (NIV) "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer."
2 Samuel 7:22 "How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you. We have never even heard of another God like you!"
Romans 12:3-5 "Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don't think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us. Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ's body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other."
Psalm 143:12 "In your unfailing love, silence all my enemies and destroy all my foes, for I am your servant." L
Proverbs 23:19-21 "My child, listen and be wise: Keep your heart on the right course. Do not carouse with drunkards or feast with gluttons, for they are on their way to poverty, and too much sleep clothes them in rags."
2 Peter 3:18 "Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever, Amen."
Proverbs 19:20-21 "Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life. You can make many plans, but the Lord's purpose will prevail."
Deuteronomy 13:4 "Serve only the Lord your God and fear him alone. Obey his commands, listen to his voice, and cling to him."
Isaiah 43:11-12 "I, yes, I, am the Lord, and there is no other Savior. First I predicted your rescue, then I saved you and proclaimed it to the world. No foreign god has ever done this. You are witnesses that I am the only God," says the Lord."
Acts 3:19 "Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away."
saiah 49:15-16 "Never! Can a mother forget her nursing child? Can she feel no love for the child she has borne? But even if that were possible, I would not forget you! See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands. Always in my mind is a picture of Jerusalem's walls in ruins."
Psalm 36:5 "Your unfailing love, O Lord, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds."
1 Peter 1:3-5 "All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance--an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay. And through your faith, God is protecting you by his power until you receive this salvation, which is ready to be revealed on the last day for all to see."
2 Corinthians 5:1-3 "For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands. We grow weary in our present bodies, and we long to put on our heavenly bodies like new clothing. For we will put on heavenly bodies; we will not be spirits without bodies."
Psalm 1Read By: Melanie Quinton10-1-23Psalm 1:1-6 "Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. But not the wicked! They are like worthless chaff, scattered by the wind. They will be condemned at the time of judgment. Sinners will have no place among the godly. For the Lord watches over the path of the godly, but the path of the wicked leads to destruction." May the Lord lead you to the path of the godly; and not the path of destruction! For the past four days I have been drawing closer to the Lord, Jesus. I have been at Heartland Great Banquet #78 and I wanted to have something prepared for you while I was gone. One of the things you give up for 72 hours is: phone, computer, time, and your agenda. I didn't want to leave for several days without making sure the podcast, devotional, texts and such went on. It takes intentionality to prepare all of this ahead to be sent in my absence by scheduling them at certain times. I tell you this to tell you one thing. You are important to me! And you are important to God! Have a blessed day!Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
A psalm of David: A song for the dedication of the TempleRead By: Melanie Quinton9/30/23Psalm30:1-12 "I will exalt you, Lord, for you rescued me. You refused to let my enemies triumph over me. O Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you restored my health. You brought me up from the grave, O Lord. You kept me from falling into the pit of death. Sing to the Lord, all you godly ones! Praise his holy name. For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime! Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning, When I was prosperous, I said, "Nothing can stop me now!" Your favor, O Lord, made me as secure as a mountain. Then you turned away from me, and I was shattered. I cried out to you, O Lord. I begged the Lord for mercy, saying, "What will you gain if I die, if I sink into the grave? Can my dust praise you? Can it tell of your faithfulness? Hear me, Lord, and have mercy on me. Help me, O Lord." You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to you and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever!"Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 29A Psalm of DavidRead By: Melanie Quinton9/29/23Psalm29:1-11 "Honor the Lord, you heavenly beings; honor the Lord for his glory and strength. Honor the Lord for the glory of his name. Worship the Lord in splendor of his holiness. The voice of the Lord echoes above the sea. The God of glory thunders. The Lord thunders over the mighty sea. The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is majestic. The voice of the Lord splits the mighty cedars; the Lord shatters the cedars of Lebanon. He makes Lebanon's mountains skip like a calf; he makes Mount Hermon leap like a young wild ox. The voice of the Lord strikes with bolts of lightning. The voice of the Lord makes the barren wilderness quake; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. The voice of the Lord twists mighty oaks and strips the forests bare. In his Temple everyone shouts, "Glory!" The Lord rules over the floodwaters. The Lord reigns as king forever. The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace." May the Lord bless you with His peace this day and always. Have a blessed day!Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 28:1-9A psalm of DavidSeptember 28, 2023Read By: Melanie Quinton"I pray to you, O Lord, my rock. Do not turn a deaf ear to me. For if you are silent, I might as well give up and die. Listen to my prayer for mercy as I cry out to you for help, as I lift my hands toward your holy sanctuary. Do not drag me away with the wicked--with those who do evil--those who speak friendly words to their neighbors while planning evil in their hearts. Give them the punishment they so richly deserve! Measure it out in proportion to their wickedness. Pay them back for their evil deeds! Give them a taste of what they have done to others. They care nothing for what the Lord has done or for what his hands have made. So he will tear them down, and they will never be rebuilt! Praise the Lord! For he has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving. The Lord gives his people strength. He is a safe fortress for his anointed king. Save your people! Bless Israel, your special possession. Lead them like a shepherd, and carry them in your arms forever." Just like David in this psalm how many times have we started complaining about others and where they have fallen short; and forget that we have fallen short also. Praise the Lord for all He has done; and is doing! Have a blessed day!Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
A psalm of DavidPsalm 27:1-14 Read By: Melanie Quinton9/27/23"The Lord is my light and my salvation--so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident. The one thing I ask of the Lord--the thing I seek most--is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, delighting in the Lord's perfections and meditating in his Temple. For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock. Then I will hold my head high above my enemies who surround me. At his sanctuary I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy, singing and praising the Lord with music. Hear me as I pray, O Lord. Be merciful and answer me! My heart has heard you say, "Come and talk with me." And my heart responds, "Lord, I am coming." Do not turn your back on me. Do not reject your servant in anger. You have always been my helper. Don't leave me now; don't abandon me, O God of my salvation! Even if my father and mother abandon me, the Lord will hold me close. Teach me how to live, O Lord. Lead me along the right path, for my enemies are waiting for me. Do not let me fall into their hands. For they accuse me of things I've never done; with every breath they threaten me with violence. Yet I am confident I will see the Lord's goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous." May God continue to bless your souls! Have a blessed day! Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 26A psalm of David.Psalm 26:1-12 "Declare me innocent, O Lord, for I have acted with integrity; I have trusted in the Lord without wavering. Put me on trail, Lord, and cross-examine me. Test my motives and my heart. For I am always aware of your unfailing love, and I have lived according to your truth. I do not spend time with liars or go along with hypocrites. I hate the gatherings of those who do evil, and I refuse to join in with the wicked. I wash my hands to declare my innocence. I come to your altar, O Lord, singing a song of thanksgiving and telling of all your wonders. I love your sanctuary, Lord, the place where your glorious presence dwells. Don't let me suffer the fate of sinners. Don't condemn me along with murderers. Their hands are dirty with evil schemes, and they constantly take bribes. But I am not like that; I live with integrity. So redeem me and show me mercy. Now I stand on solid ground, and I will publicly praise the Lord." Remember, we are ambassadors of the Lord Jesus Christ. Live rightly! Have a blessed day! Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
A psalm of DavidPsalm 25:1-10Read By: Melanie Quinton9-25-23"O Lord, I give my life to you. I trust in you, my God! Do not let me be disgraced, or let my enemies rejoice in my defeat. No one who trusts in you will ever be disgraced, but disgrace comes to those who try to deceive others. Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love, which you have shown from long ages past. Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth. Remember me in the light of your unfailing love, for you are merciful, O Lord. The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray. He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. The Lord leads with unfailing love and faithfulness all who keep his covenant and obey his demands." Choose to obey the Lord's demands today! And your days tomorrow will be better! Have a blessed day! Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
A Psalm of DavidRead By: Melanie Quinton9/24/23"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to him. For he laid the earth's foundation on the seas and built it on the ocean depths. Who may climb the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? Only those whose hands and hearts are pure, who do not worship idols and never tell lies. They will receive the Lord's blessing and have a right relationship with God, their savior. Such people may seek you and worship in your presence, O God of Jacob. Open up, ancient gates! Open up ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. Who is the King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty; the Lord, invincible in battle. Open up, ancient gates! Open up ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. Who is the King of glory? The Lord of Heaven's Armies--he is the King of glory." Remember you are a child of God and He loves you! Have a blessed day! Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Romans 15:7 "Therefore, accept each other just as Christ has accepted you so that God will be given glory."
2 Corinthians 13:14 "May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all."
Joel 2:23 "Rejoice, you people of Jerusalem! Rejoice in the Lord your God! For the rain he sends demonstrates his faithfulness. Once more the autumn rains will come, as well as the rains of spring."
Ephesians 4:31-32 "Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you."
hilippians 3:17-21 "Dear brothers and sisters, pattern your lives after mine, and learn from those who follow our example. For I have told you often before, and I say it again with tears in my eyes, that there are many whose conduct shows they are really enemies of the cross of Christ. They are headed for destruction. Their god is their appetite, they brag about shameful things, and they think only about this life here on earth. But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and change them into glorious bodies like his own, using the same power with which he will bring everything under his control."
Ephesians 5:1-2 "Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God."
James 5:7-8 "Dear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord's return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. You, too, must be patient. Take courage, for the coming of the Lord is near."
Proverbs 12:18 "Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing."
Phil 2:14-16 "Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people. Hold firmly to the word of life; then, on the day of Christ's return, I will be proud that I did not run the race in vain and that my work was not useless."
1 Peter 3:8 "Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude."
Phil 4:11 "Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have."
1 Corinthians 8:9 "But you must be careful so that your freedom does not cause others with a weaker conscience to stumble."
Isaiah 46:4 "I will be your God throughout your lifetime--until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you."
Titus 2:11-13 "For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed."
Psalm 143:10 "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing."
John 14:23 "Jesus replied, "All who love me will do what I say. My Father will love them, and we will come and make our home with each of them."
Matthew 28:18-20 "Jesus came and told his disciples, "I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
2 Timothy 1:13-14 "Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me--a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you."
Isaiah 48:17 "This is what the Lord says--your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: "I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow."
Psalm 121:1-2 "I look up to the mountains. Does my help come from there? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth!"
Psalm 22:6 "Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it."
Psalm 95:6-7 "Come, let us worship and bow down. Let us kneel before the Lord our maker, for he is our God. We are the people he watches over, the flock under his care. If only you would listen to his voice today!"
Ephesians 2:19-22 "So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God's holy people. You are members of God's family. Together, we are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. We are carefully joined together in him, becoming a holy temple for the Lord. Through him you Gentiles are also being made part of this dwelling where God lives by his Spirit."
Galatians 3:26-27 "So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ."
John 6:29 "Jesus answered, "The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent."
Isaiah 26:3 "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."
Romans 12:4-5 "For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others."
Psalm 116:5-6 "The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion. The Lord protects the unwary; when I was brought low, he saved me."
Psalm 94:18-19 "I cried out, "I am slipping!" but your unfailing love, O Lord, supported me. When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer."
Psalm 42:8 "But each day the Lord pours his unfailing love upon me, and through each night I sing his songs, praying to God who gives me life."
Psalm 16:8 "I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me."
1 John 5:12 "Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God's Son does not have life." T
3 John 1:2 "Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that you are as healthy in body as you are strong in spirit."
2 Corinthians 10:17-18 "As the Scriptures say, "If you want to boast, boast only about the Lord." When people commend themselves, it doesn't count for much. The important thing is for the Lord to commend them."
2 Corinthians 7:1 "Because we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that can defile our body or spirit. And let us work toward complete holiness because we fear God."
Romans 14:8 "For if we live, we live for the Lord. If we die, we die for the Lord. So in both life and death, we belong to the Lord."
Revelation 4:9-11 "And when the living creatures declared glory and honor and thanksgiving to the One seated on the throne, the One who lives throughout all the ages, the twenty-four elders fell prostrate before the One seated on the throne, worshiped the One who lives throughout all the ages, cast their golden wreaths before the throne, and chanted to Him. Worthy are You, O Lord; worthy are You, O God, to receive glory and honor and power. You alone created all things, and through Your will and by Your design, they exist and were created."
Ephesians 3:7 "By God's grace & mighty power, I have been given the privilege of serving him by spreading this Good News."
1 Corinthians 13:4-8 "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever!"
Deuteronomy 4:29 "But from there you will search again for the Lord your God. And if you search for him with all your heart and soul, you will find him."
Psalm 46:1 "God is our shelter and our strength. When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He's ready to help. So why run and hide?"
Luke 12:6-7 "Aren't five sparrows being sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten before God. Indeed, even the hairs on your head are all numbered. So do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows."
Psalm 27:8 "My heart has heard you say, "Come and talk with me." And my heart responds, "Lord, I am coming."
Isaiah 33:22 "For the Lord is our judge, our lawgiver, and our king. He will care for us and save us."
Psalm 119:160 "The very essence of your words is truth; all your just regulations will stand forever."
Psalm 119:130 "The teaching of your word gives light, so even the simple can understand."
Jeremiah 33:2-3 "This is what the Lord says--the Lord who made the earth, who formed and established it, whose name is the Lord: Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come."
Matthew 19:26 "Jesus looked at them and said, 'Humanly speaking it's impossible, but with God all things are possible."
Matthew 6:33 "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."
John 1:12-13 "But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn--not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God."
Matthew 5:3-11 "God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied. God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God. God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses you when people mock and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way."
Philippians 3:14 "I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us."
Romans 12:5-8 "So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another. Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them if prophecy, let us do so in proportion to our faith; or ministry, let us use it in our ministering, he who teaches, in teaching; he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with librality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness."
Hebrews 11:1 "Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see."
Psalm 119:57-60 "Lord, you are mine! I promise to obey your words! With all my heart I want your blessings. Be merciful as you promised. I pondered the direction of my life, and I turned to follow your laws. I will hurry, without delay, to obey your commands."
Psalm 112:4-5 "Light shines in the darkness for the godly. They are generous, compassionate, and righteous. Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly."
Matthew 19:13-14 "One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so he could lay his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering him. But Jesus said, Let the children come to me. Don't stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children."
Matthew 16:15-20 "Then he asked them, "But who do you say I am?" Simon Peter answered, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God." Jesus replied, "You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being. Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means 'rock'), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it. And I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. Whatever you forbid on earth will be forbidden in heaven, and whatever you permit on earth will be permitted in heaven."
Psalm 119:30 "I have chosen to be faithful; I have determined to live by your regulations."
Isaiah 41:10 "Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand."
Psalm 119:7 "As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!"
Psalm 143:8 "Let me hear of Your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting You. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to You."
Colossians 1:9-10 "For In Christ lives all the fullness of God in a human body. So you also are complete through your union with Christ, who is the head over every ruler and authority."
James 1:20-22 "Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls. But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves."
John 15:10 "When you obey my commandments, you remain in my love, just as I obey my Father's commandments and remain in his love."
Philippians 2:9-11 "Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the father."
Matthew 4:1-4 "Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry. During that time the devil came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of bread." But Jesus told him, "No! The Scriptures say, 'People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'
Jeremiah 32:17 "O Sovereign Lord! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you!"
Romans 11:36 "Everything comes from him; Everything happens through him; Everything ends up in him. Always glory! Always praise! Yes, Yes, Yes." The Message
Mark 2:3-5 "Some men came, bringing to him a paralyzed man, carried by four of them. Since they could not get him to Jesus because of the crowd, they made an opening in the roof above Jesus by digging through it and then lowered the mat the man was lying on. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralyzed man, "Son, your sins are forgiven."
Psalm 139:23-24 "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."
Isaiah 12:4 "On that day you will say: "Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted."
Psalm 33:12 "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance."
Proverbs 14:29 "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly."
Jeremiah 17:9-10 "The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? "I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve."
Romans 12:3 "For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you."
1 Peter 3:9 "Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing."
Matthew 16:25 "If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it."
2 Peter 1:2 "May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord."
Jeremiah 23:24 "Can anyone hide from me in a secret place? Am I not everywhere in all the heavens and earth?" says the Lord."
2 Thessalonians 3:3 "But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one."
Psalm 121:7-8 "The Lord keeps you from all harm and watches over your life. The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever."
Colossians 3:9-10 "Don’t lie to each other, for you have stripped off your old sinful nature and all its wicked deeds.Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like him."
Ephesians 2:10 "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago."
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 "Don't you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body."
Ephesians 5:10-13 "Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. But their evil intentions will be exposed when the light shines on them, for the light makes everything visible. This is why it is said, "Awake, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will give you light."
Ephesians 6:4 "Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord."
Psalm 68:4-5 "Sing praises to God and to his name! Sing loud praises to him who rides the clouds. His name is the Lord--rejoice in his presence! Father to the fatherless, defender of widows--this is God, whose dwelling is holy."
Psalm 103:13 "The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him."
Proverbs 24:13-14 "My child, eat honey, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste. In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will not be cut short."
Philippians 3:20 "But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior."
Luke 11:34-36 "Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eyes are healthy, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are unhealthy, your body also is full of darkness. See to it, then, that the light within you is not darkness. Therefore, if your whole body is full of light, and no part of it is dark, it will be just as full of light as when a lamp shines its light on you."
Psalm 19:1-6 "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. Yet their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens God has pitched a tent for the sun. It is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a champion rejoicing to run his course. It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth."
Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know I am God. I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world."
Colossians 3:13 "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."
Matthew 7:24-27 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash."
Habakkuk 3:19 "The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights."
Psalm 92:5-8 "How great are your works, Lord, how profound your thoughts! Senseless people do not know, fools do not understand, that though the wicked spring up like grass and all evildoers flourish, they will be destroyed forever. But you, Lord, are forever exalted."
Ephesians 3:16-19 "I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge--that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God."
1 Chronicles 29:11 "Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all."
Hebrews 9:28 "So Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him."
Psalm 119:59-60 "I have considered my ways and have turned my steps to your statutes. I will hasten and not delay to obey your commands."
Lamentations 3:40 "Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the Lord."
2 Timothy 2:19-21 "But God's firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: "The Lord knows those who are his," and, "Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity." Now in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for honorable use, some for dishonorable. Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is dishonorable, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart as holy, useful to the master of the house, ready for every good work."
1 John 3:1-3 "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him."
1 John 3:1-3 "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him."
Memorial DayBy: Melanie Quinton5-29-231 John 3:16 "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters."One gave all by laying down his life,He was a living sacrifice.He is the one that gives people the courage they need,To serve in the armed forces in times of uncertainty.As we remember those who laid down their lives,Let's also remember those lonely wives.Look out for others today and always, Remember life is better with company.Do not walk this path alone,For some of us are just longing to go home.Remember your loved ones who have gone,They are cared for by God the one.Have a blessed day,Remember to pray!IB God 5-29-23
Psalm 62:2 "Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken."
Acts 20:24 "However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace."
John 16:32-33 "A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me. I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
James 1:22 "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says."
Romans 12:10 "Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other."
Romans 15:1-3 "We who are strong must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this. We must not just please ourselves. We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord. For even Christ didn't live to please himself. As the Scriptures say, "The insults of those who insult you, O God, have fallen on me."
Galatians 5:13 "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love."
James 3:13-14 "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth."
Hebrews 6:4-6 " It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age and who have fallen away, to be brought back to repentance. To their loss they are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting him to public disgrace."
Romans 11:35-36 "Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them? For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen."
Proverbs 31:30 "Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."
Ecclesiastes 11:5 "As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother's womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the maker of all things."
Psalm 139:13-14 "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
Psalm 43:5 "Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God."
2 Timothy 1:11-14 "And of this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher. That is why I am suffering as I am. Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until that day. What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus. Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you--guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us."
2 Timothy 1:6-10 "For this reason I remind you fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life--not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel."
Matthew 18:15 "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over."
Romans 8:1-2 "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death."
Colossians 4:5-6 "Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."
Galatians 6:7-10 "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."
Micah 7:7 "But me, I'm not giving up. I'm sticking around to see what God will do. I'm waiting for God to make things right. I'm counting on God to listen to me."
1 John 2:1-2 "You are my little children, so I am writing these things to help you avoid sin. If, however, any believer does sin, we have a high-powered defense lawyer--Jesus the anointed, the righteous--arguing on our behalf before the Father. It was through His sacrificial death that our sins were atoned. But He did not stop there--He died for the sins of the whole world."
2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land."
1 Corinthians 11:27-29 "So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat the bread and drink from the cup. For those who eat and drink without discerning the body of Christ eat and drink judgment on themselves."
Ecclesiastes 5:2 "Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few."
Hebrews 11:6 "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him."
Ephesians 4:11-13 "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ."
Job 19:25 "I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth."
Philippians 2:5-8 "Think of yourselves the way Christ Jesus thought of himself. He had equal status with God but didn't think so much of himself that he had to cling to the advantages of that status no matter what. Not at all. When the time came, he set aside the privileges of deity and took on the status of a slave, and became human! Having become human, he stayed human. It was an incredibly humbling process. He didn't claim special privileges. Instead, he lived a selfless, obedient life and died a selfless, obedient death--and the worst kind of death at that--a crucifixion."
Philippians 1:9-11 "So this is my prayer; that your love will flourish and that you will not only love much but well. Learn to love appropriately. You need to use your head and test your feelings so that your love is sincere and intelligent, not sentimental gush. Live a lover's life, circumspect and exemplary, a life Jesus will be proud of: bountiful in fruits from the soul, making Jesus Christ attractive to all, getting everyone involved in the glory and praise of God."
Proverbs 16:9 "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps."
1 Peter 1:18-19 "For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect."
Romans 14:11 "It is written. "As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God."
John 10:28-30 "I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father's hand. I and the Father are one."
1 Corinthians 15:55-57 "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death is your sting?" The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."
1 Corinthians 15:20-22 "But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive."
Romans 13:11 "And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed."
1 Timothy 2:1-4 "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people--for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth."
Romans 13:8 "Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law."
Psalm 90:17 "May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us--yes, establish the work of our hands."
1 Corinthians 15:1-2 "Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain."
Romans 3:21-24 "But now apart from the law of righteousness of God has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference between Jew and Gentile, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus."
Luke 10:5-7 "When you enter a house, first say, 'Peace to this house.' If someone who promotes peace is there, your peace will rest on them; if not, it will return to you. Stay there, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to house."
1 Peter 3:8-9 "Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing."
Acts 4:8-12 "Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, "Rulers and elders of our people, are we being questioned today because we've done a good deed for a crippled man? Do you want to know how he was healed? Let me clearly state to all of you and to all the people of Israel that he was healed by the powerful name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, the man you crucified but whom God raised from the dead. For Jesus is the one referred to in the Scriptures, where it says, 'The stone that you builders rejected has now become the cornerstone.' There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved."
Matthew 28:6-10 "He is not here! He is risen from the dead, just as he said would happen. Come, see where his body was lying. And now, go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and he is going ahead of you to Galilee. You will see him there. Remember what I have told you. The woman ran quickly from the tomb. They were very frightened but also filled with great joy, and they rushed to give the disciples the angel's message. And as they went, Jesus met them and greeted them. And they ran to him, grasped his feet, and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them. "Don't be afraid! Go tell my brothers to leave for Galilee, and they will see me there."
Mark 15:42-47 "This all happened on Friday, the day of preparation, the day before the Sabbath. As evening approached, Joseph of Arimathea took a risk and went to Pilate and asked for Jesus' body. Pilate couldn't believe that Jesus was already dead, so he called for the Roman officer and asked if he had died yet. The officer confirmed that Jesus was dead, so Pilate told Joseph he could have the body. Joseph bought a long sheet of linen cloth. Then he took Jesus' body down from the cross, wrapped it in the cloth, and laid it in a tomb that had been carved out of the rock. Then he rolled a stone in front of the entrance. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph saw where Jesus' body was laid."
Mark 15:33-34 "At noon, darkness fell across the whole land until three o'clock. Then at three o'clock Jesus called out with a loud voice, "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?"
Matthew 26:6-13 "Meanwhile, Jesus was in Bethany at the home of Simon, a man who had previously had leprosy. While he was eating, a woman came in with a beautiful alabaster jar of expensive perfume and poured it over his head. The disciples were indifferent when they saw this. "What a waste!" they said. "It could have been sold for a high price and the money given to the poor." But Jesus, aware of this, replied, "Why criticize this woman for doing such a good thing to me? You will always have the poor among you, but you will not always have me. She has poured this perfume on me to prepare my body for burial. I tell you the truth, wherever the Good News is preached throughout the world, this woman's deed will be remembered and discussed."
2 Corinthians 5:14-15 "Either way, Christ's love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all, we also believe that we have all died to our old life. He died for everyone so that those who receive his new life will no longer live for themselves. Instead, they will live for Christ, who died and was raised for them."
Colossians 3:1-4 "Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God's right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God. And when Christ, who is your life, is revealed to the whole world, you will share in all his glory."
Hebrews 12:1 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us."
Matthew 20:17-19 "As Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, he took the twelve disciples aside privately and told them what was going to happen to him. "Listen," he said, "we're going up to Jerusalem, where the Son of Man will be betrayed to the leading priests and the teachers of religious law. They will sentence him to die. Then they will hand him over to the Romans to be mocked, flogged with a whip, and crucified. But on the third day he will be raised from the dead."
Matthew 7:24-25 "Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won't collapse because it is built on bedrock."
Luke 9:23 "Then He said to the crowd, "If any of you wants to be My follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow Me."
Isaiah 53:3-4 "He was despised and rejected--a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our backs on him and looked the other way. He was despised, and we did not care. Yet it was our weaknesses he carried; it was our sorrows that weighed him down. And we thought his troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment of his own sins!"
1 Peter 2:25 "Once you were like sheep who wandered away. But now you have turned to your Shepherd, the guardian of your souls."
Psalm 62:7-8 "My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge."
Philippians 3;1 "Whatever happens, my dear brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. I never get tired of telling you these things, and I do it to safeguard your faith."
Colossians 2:6 "And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow Him."
1 John 2:1-2 "My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an Advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ the one who is truly righteous. He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins--but not only our sins but the sins of the world."
1 Corinthians 4:20 "For the kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God's power."
Romans 14:17 "For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit."
eremiah 17:7-8 "But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit."
Psalm 116:6 "The Lord protects those of childlike faith; I was facing death, and he saved me."
Dear Heavenly Father, I lift up all. I ask that you fill them with your Holy Spirit. I pray that you give them the strength to face this day. Lord, allow them to lean into you and your understanding. Lord, guide us and lead us this day. Dear Father, restore what is broken. Renew our faith in you and the unseen. Provide from your riches in heaven. Help us to know you more. Give us confidence in you; and all you have for us! Wherever there is sickness; bring healing. Wherever there is confusion; bring clarity! Lord, wherever there is division bring unity. Allow us to seek your will and your way. Allow us to forgive one another and ourselves this day. Lord, open up the eyes of our hearts. Show us the error of our ways. Bring us into a better place. Give us provision and abundance. Lord, you are the provider. You have more than enough to sustain us. Allow us to depend on you and seek you out each moment; of every day! Order our steps in your word, Dear Lord! Awaken our souls and feed us your spiritual food this day! Lord, take away any reservations we have on fully surrendering our wills and picking up yours. You are the light in our lives; help us to shine it bright. Allow this day to be one to remember. Lord, help us to appreciate all that is in this day. And help us to see good in all people. For we are not warring against flesh and bones; but against spiritual battles. In the precious and holy name of Jesus, Amen. Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Mark 16:15 "And then He told them. "Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone."
Psalm 45:7 "You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy."
Matthew 5:14 "You are the light of the world--like a city on a hilltop cannot be hidden."
2 Peter 1:3-4 "By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires."
1 John 1:5-7 "This is the message we heard from Jesus and now declare to you: God is light, and there is no darkness in him at all. So we are lying if we say we have fellowship with God but go on living in spiritual darkness; we are not practicing the truth. But if we are living in the light, as God is in the light, then we have fellowship with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from all sin."
Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them."
2 Peter 1:4 "And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires."
Matthew 7:13-14“You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.
Romans 8:32 "He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all--how will he not also, along with him graciously give us all things?"
Psalm 23:4 "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."
Psalm 139:23-24 "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."
Romans 12:6-8 "We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully."
Deuteronomy 6:10-12 "When the Lord your God brings you into, the land he swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, to give you-- a land with large, flourishing cities you did not build, houses filled with all kinds of good things you did not provide, wells you did not dig, and vineyards and olive groves you did not plant--then when you eat and are satisfied, be careful that you do not forget the Lord, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery."
2 Corinthians 5:21 "God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God."
Psalm 33:4 "For the word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does."
Matthew 18:19-20 "Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there I am with them."
Romans 1:16-17 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith."
Jeremiah 29:11-13 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me."
Proverbs 14:22 "If you plan to do evil, you will be lost; if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness."
1 Thessalonians 3:12 "May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you."
Isaiah 41:13 "For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, "Fear not, I am the one who helps you."
Proverbs 17:22 "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength."
Dear Brothers & Sisters, May the Lord of heaven and earth bless you. May He make His face shine down on you. May He show mercy and grace to you. He has seen your struggles. He has seen your conflicts. He knows what is bothering you in your hearts and in your souls. Submit to the Lord this day. And He will restore your health. Submit to the Lord this day; and He will provide all your needs from His riches in heaven.
Are you weary, heavy laden? Go to the father and He will give you rest. Are you lost in your way and don't know what way to turn? Go to the father and He will direct your path. Do not waste another day wishing you were in a different situation. Instead, spend time getting in the word with the Lord; and learning what He has to say. You will be surprised that the Lord isn't surprised with what we are facing. He knows full well what is bothering us! Dear Lord, go out before us and prepare the way. Lord, give us the discernment to know which way we should go. In Jesus name Amen. Have a blessed day! IB God 2-19-23 Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Romans 8:38-39 "And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow--not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below--indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to seperate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord."
1 John 3:16 "We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters. If someone has enough money to live well and sees a brother or sister in need but shows no compassion-how can God's love be in that person?"
3 John 1:11 "Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God."
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1 Corinthians 13:13 "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love."
1 Corinthians 13:7 "Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."
1 Corinthians 13:4 "Love is patient and kind, Love is not jealous, boastful, or proud."
1 Thessalonians 5:18-22 "Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. Do not stifle the Holy Spirit. Do not scoff at prophecies, but test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. Stay away from every kind of evil."
1 John 3:18 "My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. And by this we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him."
Ephesians 4:2-7 "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and in all and through all."
Dear Heavenly Father, I lift up everyone today and I ask that you place your hedge of protection over them. I pray that you reveal to them what needs purged and what needs to be given to you. I pray that the doors that need opened would be opened. I pray that the doors that need closed would be closed. I pray that you bring healing to every cell in their bodies. I pray that you would place your angels over each of them. I pray for a revival in all hearts. I pray that they will find you in the midst of their storms.
Lord, let praise be our anthem. Lord where there is suffering provide relief. Lord where there is loneliness provide unity. Lord where there is confusion provide clarity. Lord, whatever people lack provide them with their needs met. Lord, go out before us today and provide the way. Lord, speak to the mountains in our lives and cast them into the sea. Lord, restore our brokenness with wholeness. Send forth your spirit and kindle in us your fire. All of this in the precious and Holy Name of Jesus, Amen. Have a blessed day! IB God 2-7-23
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Matthew 5:43-44 "You have heard that it was said, "You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' "But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you."
John 7:37-38 "On the last day of the feast, the great day, Jesus stood up and cried out, "If anyone thirst, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, 'Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water."
Psalm 86:11-13 "Teach me your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to your truth! Grant me purity of heart, so that I may honor you. With all my heart I will praise you, O Lord my God. I will give you glory to your name forever, for your love for me is very great. You have rescued me from the depths of death."
1 Thessalonians 5:8 "But let us who live in the light be clear headed, protected by the armor of faith and love, and wearing as our helmet the confidence of our salvation."
John 12:46 "I have come as a light in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in Me will no longer remain in the dark."
Deuteronomy 31:8 "The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."
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Dear Heavenly Father, I lift up all. I pray that your will be revealed. I pray for healing where there are ailments. I pray for deliverance where there are addictions. I pray for reconciliation where there needs to be unity. I pray for division where there needs to be protection from evil. Lord, you are our Father. You know what we need before we ever ask. Lord, I pray that you place your hand of healing over all my friends, my family, and over all lives. I pray that you lead people where they need to go. I pray that you give us discernment on what we need for our lives. I pray for clarity where things seem to be confusing. Lord be our light. Lord be our guide. Give us this day our daily bread.
Dear Lord, lead us away from temptation. Lord, keep our lips from sinning against you or another. Lord, provide the way to eternal life. Lord, give us your wisdom, your peace, your love, your grace, and your mercy. Lord, bring forth your spirit. Give us all of our needs and then some. Lord, provide from your riches in heaven. In Jesus' precious name Amen! Have a blessed day! IB 1-29-23Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Mark 9:50 "Salt is good but if the salt loses its flavor how will you season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another."
2 Corinthians 4:16 "That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day."
Exodus 15:26 "Saying, "If you will diligently listen to the voice of the Lord your God, and do that which is right in his eyes, and give ear to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you that I put on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, your healer."
Matthew 7:13-14 "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it."
2 Corinthians 13:14 "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen."
Psalm 27:4 "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple."
1 Corinthians 15:58 "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
Acts 4:12 "And there is Salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given by men by which we must be saved."
Lamentations 3:25 "The Lord is good to those who depend on Him; to those who search for Him."
1 Thessalonians 5:23 "May God Himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through."
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "Blessed be the God and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God."
Psalm 34:15 "The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their cry; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil, to blot out their name from the earth."
2 Peter 3:8-9 "But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord isn't really slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent."
1 John 4:16 "And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him."
Deuteronomy 31:6 "Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you."
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank you today that you are always with us. I thank you for putting your loving arms around me in the form of my co-workers yesterday. Lord, I am so thankful that your angels kept me safe in my fall down about 8 stairs at work. Thank you for the quick response from my work family. I am thankful I only suffered minor injuries. I remember as I was on my way down saying, "Oh Lord". I know that you hear us even when we don't have the words to say. The moral of yesterday's story is this. Make sure you take your time down the stairs; and hold on to the handrail. That is what it is there for.
I also want to thank my husband for being so kind, patient, and calm during my trip to triage. There could have been a different outcome. I am living and walking proof that the Lord is with us. As I began to fall I closed my eyes; and felt my body rapidly bump down the stairs; and then when I landed at the end; I bumped my head. I didn't pass out and I didn't break any bones. I definitely was more humbled yesterday. I share this with you; not to alarm you. But to let you know how fast your life can pass before your eyes. Make sure today you are saved; and the Lord has you in His arms. Peace be with you! In Jesus Name Amen. Have a blessed day! IB God 1-11-23 Phil 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!"Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Colossians 3:8-10 "But now you yourselves are to put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy language out of your mouth. Do not lie to one another, since you have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man who is renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him."
Matthew 6:17-18 "But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, "so that you do not appear to men to be fasting, but to your Father who is in the secret place, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly."
John 14:26 "But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will cause you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you."
Isaiah 43:18-19 "Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert."
Psalm 51:12-13 "Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, And uphold me by Your generous Spirit. Then I will teach transgressors Your ways, And sinners shall be converted to You."
Romans 6:14 "Sin is no longer your master, for you no longer live under the requirements of the law. Instead, you live under the freedom of God's grace."
2 Corinthians 12:9 "Each time He said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me."
Proverbs 12:25 " Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad."
New Year
By: Melanie Quinton
IB: God
1-1-2023
Today is the first day of a new year,
Go out and do the things you hold dear.
Visit your family and friends once again,
It is always nice to be around kin.
This day starts a new beginning,
We live with the risen king.
Do not spend one more day headed in the wrong direction,
Ask the Lord for His hedge of protection.
Enjoy this year like no other,
Spending time with your father, mother, sister, and or brother.
For we do not know when life will end,
Do not lose Jesus as your friend.
Put him first and all other things will fall into place,
For His yoke is light and easy in His holy presence.
Happy New Year,
Trust the Lord and do not fear!
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Dear Heavenly Father, I pray for a revival in all the hearts of your children. I pray for those who have denounced you to come to you this new year. I pray for broken hearts to be mended. I pray for the lost to be found. I pray for infidelity to experience fidelity. I pray for the poor to be rich. I pray for a renewal of minds, spirits, and souls. Lord, bring forth your spirit into our lives. Guide us in the way we need to go. Help us to put away this past year; and prepare for a new year of exciting times. Lord, where there is grief bring us joy. Lord, heal our land! Lord, take away the destitute. Give us an attitude of gratitude. Help us to not be entitled people; but people who are blessed by the Lord almighty.
Lord, where there is a need for healing please bring that. Lord, where there is brokenness; please bring wholeness. Lord, there are so many trenches people are walking through these days. Help them to cast their cares on you; and learn to trust you and your timing. Help the new year be full of promises; and not of despair. Lord, give us your peace that passes all understanding. Your peace that makes all crooked places straight. Your peace that brings forth joy, love, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, self-control, and faithfulness. Lord, give us this day our daily bread and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. In Jesus' precious name Amen. Have a blessed day! Happy New Year IB God 12-31-22
Isaiah 65:24 "It shall come to pass That before they call, I will answer; And while they are still speaking, I will hear."
1 Peter 1:3-4 "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserve in heaven for you."
Psalm 28:7 "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him."
Colossians 2:5 "For though I am absent in the flesh, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the steadfastness of your faith in Christ. As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in HIm, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving."
Romans 14:8 "For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's"
Isaiah 64:8 "But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand!"
Jonah 2:7 "When my soul fainted within me, I remembered the Lord, And my prayer went up to you."
Psalm 119:103 "How sweet are thy words unto my taste! Yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!"
Luke 2:14 "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests."
What Christmas Means To Me
By: Melanie Quinton
IB: December 21, 2022
Christmas means Christ is with me. Christmas means that kindness, joy, laughter, and happiness; are in the air. Christmas is a time of reconciliation with our family and friends. Christmas is a time of remembering the ones gone before; and the family still here. Sometimes we can't be with those we love for Christmas; for one reason or another. And that is a hard thing to experience. However, I know that having the Christmas sprit in me; allow Christ to shine through me.
Children are a big part of my Christmas. The anticipation of waiting to see their faces; when they open their presents from under the tree. My husband and I couldn't have children. However, God has blessed us with so many in our lives. Our friend's children become like nieces and nephews to us. Our own nieces and nephews give us joy and love. Christmas is about the presence of Christ; and our loved ones that make it so special. I pray we remember what this season is all about. I pray that as we celebrate with our friends and families; we will put our differences aside and come together as one body. What does Christmas mean to you? Have a blessed day. IB God 12-21-22 Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
1 Peter 3:15 "But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect."
Luke 1:14-16 "And you will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth. "For he will be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink. He will also be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother's womb. And he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God."
On The Week Before Christmas
By: Melanie Quinton
12-18-22
Only a week out until Christmas comes to town,
Jesus has been all around.
He brings the hope of a new way,
Are you praying for that to begin today?
Do not lose your faith in the cross,
He will break through the pain of any loss.
He is the one that makes all things right,
He is the one that helps us to stand and fight.
The Lord is our shepherd through anything,
He will give us a new song to sing.
Prepare your hearts to receive His gift of eternal life,
Do not continue one more day living in strife.
Only a week out until Christmas comes to town,
Turn your frown upside down!
Look at the joy, the hope, the love; all round!
IB God 12-18-22
Only a few days until Christmas!
By: Melanie Quinton
12-17-22
Each day has come and gone,
Each of us preparing for the one.
Only a few days out from Christmas day,
I don't know what to say.
Embrace your time with your loved ones this day,
Checking in to make sure they are okay.
Do not let a day go by without showing the love of Christ,
For He paid the ultimate price.
Dying on the cross for all of our sins,
Being the hope that rises again.
Do not let the spirit fleet from within,
For the Lord's love is how we win!
Life is moving fast these days,
Make sure you are following His ways.
For when the time comes to and end,
You want to know Jesus was your friend!
Have a blessed day! IB God 12-17-22
3 John 1:2 "Behold, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers."
John 21:4-7 "But when the morning had now come, Jesus stood on the shore; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Then Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any food?" They answered Him, "No." And He said to them, "Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast, and now they were not able to draw it in because of the multitude of fish. Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment (for he had removed it). and plunged into the sea."
Proverbs 22:6 "Train a child up in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it."
John 10:7-11 "Then Jesus said to them again, "Most assuredly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. "All who ever came before Me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not hear them. "I am the door, If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture. "The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they have it more abundantly. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep."
Bustle & Hustle
By: Melanie Quinton
12/9/22
The sound of whistling in the air,
While kids are follicking without care.
Bell Ringers at all your favorite stores,
Raising funds to care for the poor.
Garland & Holly decked around the tree,
Taking in all the beauty you can see.
Slow down and take it all in,
Do not forget to make a call to family and a friend.
For once it is all said and done,
Did you take the time to go and have some fun?
Or are you in the bustle and hustle; losing the joy,
To inherit the kingdom of heaven; remember, to be like a little girl or boy.
Enjoy yourselves this Christmas season,
Remembering Jesus is the reason!
IB God 12-9-22
Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Job 8:41 "He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy."
Psalm 32:11 "So rejoice in the Lord and be glad, all you who obey Him! Shout for joy, all you whose hearts are pure."
John 6:32-38 "Then Jesus said to them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, Moses did not give you the bread from heaven, but My Father gives you the true bread of heaven. "For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world." Then they said to Him, "Lord, give us this bread always." And Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life, He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst. "But I said to you that you have seen Me and yet do not believe. "All that the Father gives Me will come to Me, and the one who comes to Me I will by no means cast out. "For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent me. "This is the will of the Father who sent Me, that of all He has given Me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up at the last day. "And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life; and I will raise him up at the last day."
Ephesians 1:16 "Do not cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers!"
Philippians 1:27 "Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel."
Dear Heavenly Father as we start the month of December; I pray for a revival. Dear Lord, I lift up all supplications for all people on their behalf. Help them to release the bondage. Help us to remember why we celebrate Christmas. Help us to lay down burdens and strongholds; and pick up our cross and follow you. Lord, be with us this holiday season. Help us not to lose the focus of your mission. That all be saved and have eternal life. Each day should represent Christmas. It is Christ with us! Dear Lord, I pray for the broken, I pray for the lost, I pray for the least, I pray for those who have followed for a while to have a renewed faith in you. I pray that we all treat each other the way we want to be treated. Lord, I ask across the world that you would open hearts and minds to receive your good news. Dear Heavenly Father, I pray for anyone who has ailments; that they would be made well. I pray for your anointing over all leaders of all the Churches. I pray that they present you in the proper way. We are the Church wherever we are! Help us to be the Church outside of the building. Lord, heal our hearts, our minds, and our souls. Lord give us today our daily bread! Consecrate our hearts to beat for you! Lord, remove the darkness, the heaviness, the loneliness, the confusion; and cast it into the pit of despair to never be placed on the hearts of the world. Help our world Lord; for we are oppressed, depressed, and confused. Restore our wisdom from you. Help us to discern truth from lies. Go before us on this day and always. In Jesus Precious Name Amen. Have a blessed day! IB God 12-1-22
Melanie Quinton
Prayer Warrior/Devotional Writer
Psalm 9:2 "I will be filled with joy because of You. I will sing praises to Your name."
Psalm 92:1-2 "It is good to give thanks to the Lord, And to sing praises to Your name, O Most High; To declare your lovingkindness in the morning, And Your faithfulness every night."
Job 5:17 "Behold, happy is the man whom God corrects; Therefore do not despise the chastening of the Almighty."
Luke 1:46-49 "And Mary said; "My soul magnifies the Lord. And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed. For He who is mighty has done great things for me, And holy is His name."
Matthew 10:27 "Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what you hear in the ear, preach on the housetops. And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul, But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell."
Psalm 96:1-2 "Sing God a brand-new song! Earth and everyone in it, sing! Sing to God-worship God!"
Luke 4:18 "The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, Because He has anointed Me To preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives, And recovery of sight to the blind. To set at liberty those who are oppressed; To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord."
Mark 12:31 "And the second, like it is this; 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself." There is no other commandment greater than these."
1 Thessalonians 5:18 "In everything give thanks for it is the will of Christ Jesus concerning you."
2 Timothy 2:15 "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. But shun profane and idle babblings, for they will increase to more ungodliness."
James 1:17 'Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of first-fruits of His creatures."
Hebrews 12:28 "Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our "God is a consuming fire."
Matthew 7:24-27 "'Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: "and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock. "But everyone who hears these sayings of Mine, and does not do them, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand: "and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it fell. And great was its fall."
1 Corinthians 1:4 "I always thank my God for you and for the gracious gifts; He has given you, now that you belong to Christ Jesus."
Psalm 121:5 "The Lord himself watches over you! The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade."
Colossians 3:15 "And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful."
Proverbs 22:11 "He who loves purity of heart ; And has grace on his lips, The king will be his friend."
Psalm 91:4 "He will cover you with His feathers. He will shelter you with His wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection."
Psalm 40:2 "He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along."
Psalm 125:1 "Those who trust in the Lord Are like Mount Zion, Which cannot be moved, but abides forever."
Psalm 116:17 "I will offer You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the Lord."
Matthew 7:7 "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."
Matthew 6:25 "Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; not about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing?"
Psalm 4:4-5 "Don't sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent. Offer sacrifices in the right spirit, and trust the Lord."
Romans 8:2 "And because you belong to Him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death."
1 Thessalonians 5:18 "Give thanks in everything for it is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you."
Romans 1:16-17 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ," for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith."
Matthew 4:1-5 "Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry. During that time the devil came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of bread." But Jesus told him, "No! The Scriptures say, 'People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'"
Proverbs 2:1-6 "My son, if you receive my words, And treasure my commands within you, So that you incline your ear to wisdom, And apply your heart to understanding: Yes, if you cry out for discernment, And lift up your voice for understanding. If you seek her as silver, And search for her as for hidden treasures; Then you will understand the fear of the Lord, And find the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth comes knowledge and understanding.."
Ephesians 6:13-18 "Ephesians 6:13-18 "Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people."
Romans 8:12-13 "Therefore, brethren, we are debtors--not of the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live."
Isaiah 55:8 "For My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts, Neither Are Your Ways My Ways, Declares The Lord."
Mark 11:24 "Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them."
Jeremiah 33:3 "Call to me, and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know."
Romans 14:19 "So then, let us follow after things which make for peace, and things by which we may build one another up."
Luke 1:78-79 "In the tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us. To shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death. And to guide our feet into the way of peace."
Philippians 3:13-14 "Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."
Ephesians 3:20-21 "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory..."
Palm 103:2-3 "Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases."
Psalm 107:20-21 "He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind."
1 Corinthians 10:31 "Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the Glory of God."
Phil 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Hebrews 6:10 "For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for Him and how you have shown your love to Him by caring for other believers, as you still do."
Romans 12:2 "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
Psalm 67:1-4 "God be merciful to us and bless us, And cause His face to shine upon us, That your way may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. Let all the people praise You. Oh, let the nations be glad and sing for joy! For You shall judge the people righteously, And govern the nations on earth."
Psalm 135:6 "The Lord does whatever pleases him, in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths."
Proverbs 27:1 "Do not boast about tomorrow, For you do not know what a day may bring forth."
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John 4:7-14 "A woman of Samaria said to Him, "How is it that You, being a Jew, ask a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?" For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans. Jesus answered and said to her, "If you knew the gift of God, and who it is who says to you, 'Give Me a drink,' you would have asked Him, and He would have given you living water." The woman said to Him, "Sir, You have nothing to draw with, and the well is deep. Where then do You get that living water? "Are You greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank from it himself, as well as his sons and his livestock?" Jesus answered and said to her, "Whoever drinks of this water will thirst again, "but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst. But the water that I shall give him will become in him a fountain of water springing up into everlasting life."
Proverbs 30:5 "Every word of God proves true, He is a shield to all who come to Him for protection!"
Romans 10:8-9 "But what does it say? "The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart" (that is, the word of faith which we preach.) that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved."
2 Corinthians 5:17 "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold the new has come."
1 John 3:3 "And all who have this hope in Him purify themselves even as he is pure." We can have hope in the Lord; and His love will purify us! We will become new in Christ.--
Galatians 6:9 "So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessings if we don't give up."
Isaiah 40:31 "But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."
Romans 16:17 "Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them."
Psalm 13:5 "But I have trusted in Your Mercy, My heart shall rejoice in Your Salvation."
Romans 5:1-2 "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access to faith into his grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God."
Ezekiel 34:11 "For thus says the Lord God: "Indeed, I Myself will search for My sheep and seek them out. "As a shepherd seeks out his flock on the day he is among his scattered sheep, so will I seek out My sheep and deliver them from all the places where they were scattered on a cloudy and dark day."
Ecclesiastes 3:1 "For everything there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven."
Hosea 6:1-3 "Come, and let us return to the Lord; For He has torn, but He will heal us. He has stricken, but He will bind us up. After two days He will revive us; On the third day He will raise us up. That we may live in His sight. Let us know, Let us pursue the knowledge of the Lord. His going forth is established as the morning; He will come to us like the rain, Like the latter and the former rain to the earth."
Romans 15:1-3 "We then who are strong ought to bear with the scruples of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, leading to edification. For even Christ did not please Himself; but as it is written, "The reproaches of those who reproached You fell on Me."
Romans 3:22 "We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who you are."
Lamentations 5:19 "You, O Lord, remain forever; Your throne from generation to generation."
Jeremiah 18:2-4 "Arise and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause you to hear My words." Then I went down to the potter's house, and there he was making something at the wheel. And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter, so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make."
1 Corinthians 12:12-13 "The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit into one body--whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free--and we were all given the one Spirit to drink."
1 Corinthians 12:7-11 "Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by means of the same spirit, to another faith by the same spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one spirit, to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues, and to another the interpretation of tongues. All these are the work of one and the same spirit, and he gives them to each one, just as he determines."
Romans 8:24-26 "For we were saved in this hope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does one still hope for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with perseverance. Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us."
Acts 1:7-8 "He said to them; "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive the power when the Holy Spirit comes to you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
John 14:15-18 "If you love Me, keep My commandments. And I will pray to the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever. The spirit of truth, when the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you. I will not leave you orphans, I will come to you."
Psalm 103:1-5 "I bless the holy name of God with all my heart. Yes, I will bless the Lord and not forget the glorious things he does for me. He forgives all my sins. He heals me. He ransoms me from hell. He surrounds me with loving-kindness and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things.
Psalm 16:11 "You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
Luke 16:10 "One who is faithful in very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in very little is also dishonest in much."
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Romans 12:12 "Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying."
Psalm 142:1-2 "I cry out to the Lord with my voice; With my voice to the Lord I make my supplication, I pour out my complaint before Him; I declare before Him my trouble."
2 Corinthians 4:17 "For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us as a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory."
1 Corinthians 1:8-9 "He will keep you strong to the end so that you will be free from all blame on the day when our Lord Jesus Christ returns. God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord."
Matthew 24:36 "But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My father only."
Psalm 107:9 "For He satisfies the longing soul, And fills the hungry soul with goodness."
Deuteronomy 33:27 "The eternal God is your refuge, and his everlasting arms are under you."
Romans 5:3 "We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance."
Romans 10:17 "So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ."
1 John 5:14 "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us."
1 John 5:5 "And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God."
Mark 7:32-37 "There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and they begged Jesus to place his hand on him. After he took him aside, away from the crowd, Jesus put his fingers into the man's ears. Then he spit and touched the man's tongue. He looked up to heaven and with a deep sigh said to him, "Ephphatha!" (which means "Be opened!"). At this, the man's ears were opened, his tongue was loosened and he began to speak plainly. Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone. But the more he did so, the more they kept talking about it. People were overwhelmed with amazement. "He has done everything well," they said. "He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak."