“Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve,
and to give His life a ransom for many.”
Matthew 20:28 (NLT)

APRIL 10 - Over the years, I have seen far too many people exploit other people in the name of God. We must never misuse other people for our own self-seeking benefit. When two individuals enter a relationship
with the sole thought of giving, they both end up as receivers. What I personally plan to bring to any relationship is give/give, not give/take. When the other person enters the relationship sharing an equivalent
duty and responsibility to give/give, the benefits for both of us are as abundant as stars in the sky!

This reciprocity, this interdependence and complementary exchange, becomes impossible if you enter relationship with someone who regularly uses others.

Regretfully, our society is filled with depraved individuals who make it their exclusive aim to merely use their relationships to feed their own greed and perverted lusts. Israel’s prophets consistently warned the nation’s women of the excessive usage of cosmetics, recognizing the moral perils of exaggerated looks through imitation of their heathen counterparts. Manipulation of such immodest usage could have negatively flawed their character in a moment’s time. But your character is refined when you learn to use principle, and not people.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that as the Son of Man came to serve, I posture as a servant in all my relationships. I not only look out for my own interest but the interest of others as well.

Audio Confession: Day 10

Family Scripture Reading

Songs 3

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“Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.”
2 Corinthians 9:10 (NIV)

FEBRUARY 1 - Yesterday we talked about promotion, and how the priest Mattathias began the Feast of Hanukkah, which is still celebrated in Jewish homes today. But do you know the story behind the “Menorah,” the nine-candled stand that sits in many Jewish homes during this celebratory time? While the Jews celebrated the return of their temple, they encountered a lamp with only a one-day supply of oil.

Miraculously, God gave enough illumination to the candelabrum, allowing it to burn for eight extra days and nights. During Hanukkah, one candle in the menorah is lit each day to remember this miracle that God so wondrously gave. The Scriptures promise us that God gives seed to the person who desires to sow. Some may say that they having nothing to give, but that is never the case as far as God is concerned. Take a look around and think:

• What do I have that can become a blessing for another?
• Do I have something material like money, clothes, books, etc.?
• What about intangible things like a great attitude, a thankful heart, or a helping hand?

You always have something you can sow. God would be a liar if you truly had nothing. Change your mind about how you see your life. Rather than looking for people to solve your problems, find out what you can do to solve theirs. As always, God is faithful to His Word, giving illumination, providing seed as you “enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.”

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You for providing me with seed to sow and for making me a blessing wherever I go.

Day 1: Audio Confession

Family Scripture Reading

1 Kings 23

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Having given his life to Jesus Christ in a mental institution, Dr. Robb Thompson knows firsthand how to replace negative thoughts of depression and discouragement with God’s thoughts of hope and victory.

The key to experiencing freedom in your thought life and peace in your mind is to replace your thoughts with God’s thoughts. In the Great Exchange Collection, Dr. Thompson passes on this vital lesson to you. This audio CD has verses and confessions for you to speak over your life. As you proclaim the truth of God’s Word with your own mouth, you will be filled with the hope that comes from His Word!

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