“So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Doing this, you will never stumble or fall away.”
2 Peter 1:10 (NLT)

JULY 24 - There is a great fallacy in much of Western culture. We mistakenly believe that we are entitled to a certain quality of life without ever working for it. We grew up in an era of relatively great prosperity, especially compared to the rest of the world. Consequently, we think we simply deserve a lot of things.

While it is true that we have a degree of entitlement to the rewards for which our parents and grandparents worked, we must never rely on that for our future prosperity. Jesus did not, and could not rely on Joseph and Mary for the success of His ministry. No, He was in the temple, interacting with people and discussing the Scriptures. Whether:

• On the job
• At home
• In relationships
• In service to God

We must always remember that results are expected. Whatever we promise, we must deliver, and more. As we do so, we can expect to continually increase in both our quality of life and in our influence as people of integrity.

Father, I thank You that You live inside of me, and that I have the ability to get results in every area of my life.

Family Scripture Reading

Romans 13

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One of the most shocking philosophies found in churches today is that one can live for Christ and partake of sin. In short, repentance is no longer considered necessary. God’s grace has been lifted higher than His command to “Repent.” Banished to the heap of dry doctrines along with sin, hell, fire, and brimstone, repentance is seldom taught and therefore greatly misunderstood. Yet according to God’s Word, repentance is vital not only for salvation, but also maturity in Christ to become the effective believer He wants you to be.

In this timely series, Dr. Robb Thompson clarifies the importance of repentance in salvation and daily life. This study offers you foundational instruction if you’re a new Christian and important reminders if you’re a veteran believer.

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“Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.”
Proverbs 4:23 (NKJV)

JULY 23 - We are to keep God’s commandments at all times. “Keep” means to guard, to protect, and to defend. Keeping God’s commandments is a constant effort. We cannot walk with Jesus one day, live like the devil the next day, and then live for Jesus again the day after that.

We must protect God’s Word in our lives. Suppose a person says, “God, I love You, but I am not going to show up at church today,” or, “God, I love You, but I am still going to retaliate against that person for what he did to me.” Such a person is viciously deceived, thinking they love God while bypassing His Word.

Solomon wrote, “Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it spring the issues of life.” The New Living Translation says that the heart “affects everything you do.” We perish if we walk the picket fence of life, blustering in all directions like the wind in the trees. Let us rather commit ourselves to the pursuit of His Word and live the life God has for us.

Father, I thank You that I am committed to the pursuit of Your Word. I keep my heart with all diligence, for it affects everything I do.

Family Scripture Reading

Romans 12

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Repentance: God’s Key To Restoration - CD

One of the most shocking philosophies found in churches today is that one can live for Christ and partake of sin. In short, repentance is no longer considered necessary. God’s grace has been lifted higher than His command to “Repent.” Banished to the heap of dry doctrines along with sin, hell, fire, and brimstone, repentance is seldom taught and therefore greatly misunderstood. Yet according to God’s Word, repentance is vital not only for salvation, but also maturity in Christ to become the effective believer He wants you to be.

In this timely series, Dr. Robb Thompson clarifies the importance of repentance in salvation and daily life. This study offers you foundational instruction if you’re a new Christian and important reminders if you’re a veteran believer.

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“Happy are those who obey His decrees and search for Him with all their heart.”
Psalm 119:2 (NLT)

JULY 22 - Where does your commitment lie with God? If there were to be a trial, would you be found guilty of a life committed to God? These are two questions we must ask ourselves if we truly want to enjoy life. Jesus told us, “I come to give life and life more abundant.” Do we want that kind of life? It won’t come to just anyone…there is a requirement.

You must commit your life to Christ Jesus. He must reign (like a king reigns over a nation) as Lord in your heart, directing your every decision. Our commitment to God goes no deeper than our commitment to His Word. There are believers who claim they are committed to God but refuse to do what God commands in His Word.

Jesus says, “Why do you call Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not what I said?” Though many Jewish priests were committed to studying the Scriptures, during His ministry Jesus told the Pharisees, “You honor Me with your lips, but your hearts are full of all kinds of evil.” Your commitment to God is proven through your passionate pursuit of obeying His Word. It must be your greatest desire. If you ever truly want to enjoy life, obedience is the safest and best route to take. It may just be the only route you can take.

Father, I thank You that I am happy because I am one of integrity who follows after Your law and obeys the written Word. I enjoy life as I passionately seek after You with all my heart.

Family Scripture Reading

Proverbs 8

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Repentance: God’s Key To Restoration - CD

One of the most shocking philosophies found in churches today is that one can live for Christ and partake of sin. In short, repentance is no longer considered necessary. God’s grace has been lifted higher than His command to “Repent.” Banished to the heap of dry doctrines along with sin, hell, fire, and brimstone, repentance is seldom taught and therefore greatly misunderstood. Yet according to God’s Word, repentance is vital not only for salvation, but also maturity in Christ to become the effective believer He wants you to be.

In this timely series, Dr. Robb Thompson clarifies the importance of repentance in salvation and daily life. This study offers you foundational instruction if you’re a new Christian and important reminders if you’re a veteran believer.

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“The integrity of the upright will guide them, but the perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them.”
Proverbs 11:3 (NKJV)

APRIL 25 - If you ever failed in life, would you like to know the main reason why? Most likely, you were willing to compromise your integrity. I like to say it like this: “Integrity is the foundation upon which your life’s work is built.” If you desire to build a great life and achieve great things, the foundation must be strong as hardened concrete. David said: “If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?” Every failure you see in the Word of God can be traced back to a compromise of character— from Sampson to David, from Solomon to Judas.

But why do people compromise? I will not attempt to list for you all the reasons, but one core reason why many people compromise is because they are yet to be persuaded that what God said is true. Take a look at the Scripture above; if people truly believed they would be destroyed if they compromised, they wouldn’t compromise.

After the British (who ruled Palestine during Dayan’s youth) signed an agreement with the Arab nations, they outlawed Haganah, instantly recalling Captain Wingate from the field. Thrusting the militia into secret training in 1939, Moshe Dayan (along with other militia members who refused to compromise their activities), were arrested, tried, and sentenced to prison. In spite of that, they would not negotiate what they believed—they inwardly recognized that the future of their people depended on it! The willingness to negotiate their principles is positive proof that people truly don’t believe God. If you see any faint beginnings of compromise, deal with them immediately, and firmly embrace God’s Word. Your future depends upon it!

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that my integrity guides me, but the perversity of the unfaithful destroys them.

Family Scripture Reading

Hebrews 9

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With comprehensive Biblical accuracy, Dr. Thompson refutes those who say the dispensation of miracles is over, and he gives irrefutable evidence that God is still in the miracle-working business!

God’s Word says that faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God (Romans 10:17). Faith will leap within you as you hear moving interpretations of Jesus’ performing miracle after miracle – from the restoration of sight to blind Bartimaeus, to the dramatic healing of the woman with the issue of blood.

God has a miracle for you! Build up your faith with this powerful word, and then reach out and receive it!

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