CHRISTIAN STUDY BIBLE

What do I pray when I don’t feel like praying: 1. Confess my sin. 2. Use the prayers of Scripture. 3. Recite God’s attributes. 4. Praise God for His blessings. 5. Pray through a prayer list. 6. Focus on the needs of others. 7. Rejoice that Jesus is praying for me.

If death could not stand in Christ’s way, nothing else will.

“All the promises of God are yes for us in Christ. In his fellowship, in his life, in his body, in his family, in his righteousness, everything he has and ever will have is ours.” —John Piper

DAY 30: How does 2 Timothy 3:16 describe Scripture? https://telegra.ph/DAILY-BIBLE-10-30

October 30 - John the Baptist and His Doubt, Part 2 #LifeOfChrist “Now when John, while imprisoned, heard of the works of Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to Him, ‘Are You the Expected One, or shall we look for someone else?’” (Matthew 11:2–3). That John the Baptist sent some of his disciples to Jesus testifies to his genuine faith. John was not seeking more information about Christ but confirmation. In essence, he asked, “Even though I firmly believed You are the Messiah, could I have been wrong?” It was the same attitude as the father of the boy the Lord had cleansed of an evil spirit—“I do believe; help my unbelief” (Mark 9:24). After being in prison for months, unable to minister and interact with the outside world except through periodic visits by his disciples, John had many doubts and uncertainties about Jesus. Those misgivings settled on his mind even though he had announced, baptized, and declared Jesus to be the Messiah. This prompted John’s disciples to ask Jesus directly, “Are You the Expected One?” This was a common title for the Messiah, along with Branch, Son of David, and King of kings. The name first appears in Psalms 40:7 and 118:26, and the gospel writers often use it (e.g., Matt. 3:11; Mark 1:7; Luke 3:16; John 1:27). There was no mistaking the fact that John wanted to know for sure if Jesus was indeed the promised Messiah. Many Christians today wrestle with doubt from time to time, so it should reassure them that one with the spiritual stature of John the Baptist also doubted. And it ought to encourage us, as we’ll see in the following days, that our doubts come for the same reasons as John’s—and we, like he, can overcome them. Ask Yourself What (if anything) has caused you to doubt the reality of God’s existence or the veracity of His promises? How did He bring you through the maze and mist of uncertainty into a surer place of confidence? What did you learn about Him and about yourself in the process?

October 30: An Obstructed View #Devotional Daniel 9:1–10:21; 2 Thessalonians 2:1–17; Job 42:1–9 We need to see ourselves as we truly are, but we can’t do that on our own. Our communities can help us glimpse a more accurate reflection, but we truly know ourselves only when we know God. His light brings us understanding. After suffering incredible loss, Job tries to understand his pain. He speaks some truth, but he often misunderstands God’s motives and minimizes His love. As his friends try to help him grapple with his grief, they sometimes point out truth, but more often they cause even more pain and confusion. It’s only when God arrives to enlighten Job’s understanding that everything changes. First God questions Job’s knowledge (Job 38:19–21), power (Job 38:25–38), and ideas about justice (Job 40:10–12). Then He shows Job that He is all of these things. The realization exposes Job’s heart. “Then Job answered Yahweh and said, ‘I know that you can do all things, and any scheme from you will not be thwarted. “Who is this darkening counsel without knowledge?” Therefore I uttered, but I did not understand; things too wonderful for me, but I did not know. “Hear and I will speak; I will question you, then inform me.” By the ear’s hearing I heard of you, but now my eye has seen you. Therefore I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes’ ” (Job 42:1–6). We might struggle to understand our frailty before a God who is all-knowing and all-powerful. We might be blinded by pride and self-righteousness, which can hinder us from seeing our need for God. But it is only then that we discover how we can be redeemed from our needy state. Although God had never stopped loving Job, He further demonstrated His love by blessing Job once again. We can be convinced of God’s love for us because He sent His only Son to die for our sins. Although He is great and we are small, He was willing to die for our sins. We can be assured of His love for us. What area of your life is filled with pride? How can you humbly allow God to expose who you truly are?

“I am the Lord; in its time I will hasten it.” Isaiah 60:22 Handle the “hasten” language of the Bible with care. It happens “in its time.” No sooner. No later.

How to identify a false gospel: • It promises earthly prosperity • It minimizes the eternal danger of Hell • It teaches that human effort earns salvation Flee from man-made doctrines.

We’re struggling to survive with large numbers of people dying here in Western NC. Just paused for a minute in a spot with service and jumped on here to realize the rest of the world has no clue and could care less. If y’all could stop arguing for a minute would you please pray?

Ministry is not for income, but the Outcome that glorifies God.

Go all-in for Christ. No holding back. Aim to become a godly, mature, Christ follower. Put your relationship to Him first above all else.

Oh Lord You deserve all my praises

Satan is the Accuser. His work is to turn your eyes in on yourself and despair. The Spirit is the Comforter. His work is to turn your eyes to Jesus, the rest for our souls.

Oct 29 (Thu) "Protect your marriage like a treasure! 🛡️❤️ Prov 4:23 💞 What are you guarding this week? #StrongMarriage #October"

🍂 Three days left. November is coming. October fades, and a season of Thanksgiving and Gratitude begins November 1 — four weeks on giving thanks, worship, and the stories that shaped it.

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We love because he first loved us. (1 John 4:19)

Daughter, Grace was the whole reformation argument — not earning, but receiving. Marriages that perform for love exhaust themselves; marriages that receive grace endure. Stop performing worthiness for your husband's love. Receive it as freely as it was offered. Grace was always the point. 'By grace you have been saved through faith… not by works' (Eph 2:8-9). Where in your marriage are you performing instead of receiving grace? #DearDaughter #GraceNotPerformance #StrongMarriage

Imagine how peaceful the world would've been, if Muhammed wasn't born.

“Nothing puts life into men like a dying Savior.”—Charles Spurgeon