“And remember, it is a message to obey, not just to listen to.
If you don’t obey, you are only fooling yourself.”
James 1:22 (NLT)

JANUARY 19 - While the buttons on her cell phone were nearly worn off, the college girl’s new Bible (received at last year’s birthday party) lay beautifully untouched. She intended to read it every morning, just as she was encouraged by her church, but with those calls—so many friends from the neighborhood and school—there just was never enough time. Intentions never move anyone anywhere. I wonder just how many people intend to be wealthy, healthy, fulfilled, and happy—the majority I would imagine. Over the years, I have discovered only a few who turn their intention into action. Their reward is achievement.

Achievers don’t talk about what they are going to do, because they are too busy doing it. If you find yourself living by intention, I encourage you to take immediate action:

• What have you been putting off?

• Is it cleaning the house, spending time with your spouse, finishing a project?

• And what is one thing you can do immediately to move you closer toward your intended destination?

Whatever it is, do it without delay after reading and meditating upon this success key. Many people will read this with the intention of taking action but never will. I don’t believe that about you. I believe you will make the decision to put your life on the right course and take immediate action. Don’t wait another minute. Take action, and your life will never be the same again!

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I am a doer of Your Word, not just a hearer.

Day 19: Audio Confessions

Family Scripture Reading

1 Kings 14

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Many believers are unaware that they do not have to be held prisoner to the fearful, accusatory, and worrisome thoughts that race through their mind on a daily basis. Since these thoughts sound like their own inner voices, people entertain them and then find themselves tormented by guilt, fear, rejection, anger, and unforgiveness.

But God not only instructs us to choose our thoughts – He tells us exactly what we should think about in order to experience His best for our lives! Through hard experience and extensive study of God’s Word, Dr. Robb Thompson has learned how to replace the devil’s thoughts of fear and failure with God’s higher thoughts of life and victory. Now he passes this vital lesson on to you. So get ready to take control of your thought life. It’s time to renovate your mind with the Word of God!

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“Patient endurance is what you need now, so you will continue to do
God’s will. Then you will receive all that He has promised.”
Hebrews 10:36 (NLT)

“And a righteous person will live by faith.
But I will have no pleasure in anyone who turns away.”
Hebrews 10:38 (NLT)

JANUARY 17 - God destined every man and woman for greatness, but few finish life stronger than they began. Many people started off admirably, but hit rock bottom towards the conclusion of their lives. They throw overboard their vision and purpose at the first sign of waves of opposition or squalls of misfortune. There are a few, however, who carry on in spite of all resistance.

Greatness is not defined in a meager moment. Romans considered their empire and rulers as great. But were these coldhearted leaders and egoistical empire indeed great? Their eventual destruction proves otherwise.

Although an athlete may experience a great game, it does not qualify him to be labeled as great. Only those who have a great career are inducted into the Hall of Fame. We must, therefore, pace ourselves throughout life. Life is about maintaining, not merely achieving. The individual who finishes strong is the one who ultimately succeeds. God said in Hebrews 10:38, “…I have no pleasure in anyone who turns away.” We must ardently persist and finish the race we began if we desire to fulfill the will of God for our lives.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I do not quit, but I finish strong.
I continue to do Your will, knowing I will receive what You promised.

Day 17: Audio Confession

Family Scripture Reading

1 Kings 12

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In a day where voices and fears try to pull us in so many directions, there is a way to be steadfast and fixed on the plan and call of God. Hebrews 12:2 tells us what we must do: “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith…” As the sanctified Body of Christ, a people called out and set apart for a special purpose, we should be a people of great hope, expectation, and consecration.

These are the days to run to the heart of God. “Consecrated To God” ushers you to the opportunity to do just that. Watch and receive this teaching – it will provide you with a permanent silencer to the voices and fears that try to distract you and lead you away from God. Return to the place of peace on His altar of consecration.

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“Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do!
And whatever else you do, get good judgment. If you prize wisdom,
she will exalt you. Embrace her and she will honor you.”
Proverbs 4:7-9 (NLT)

JANUARY 3 - When one of the wisest queens who ever lived was asked by a visiting prince, “What is the secret to your country’s success?” Queen Victoria soberly handed the African leader a large Bible. Placing the volume in his hands, she declared, “Here is the secret of England’s greatness.”

As we see in Proverbs 4:7-8, wisdom is the most important thing we can ever hope to obtain. When we place a value upon something, it is able to offer us amazing results. We all have moments when we wish we knew the right answer or were able to discern exactly what to do in a certain situation.

By obtaining wisdom and placing value upon her (just as we might our most costly gem), we experience how she can substantially transform our lives.

To love something is to find it desirable, but to value something is to find it essential. Wisdom is essential to the outcome of our lives. Is wisdom only wanted by us, or do we truly place value upon it?

Our level of pursuit proves the answer to that question. Consider the following. How much time do you spend in God’s Word? How much of an effort do you make to heed the wisdom of Godly men? What does your pursuit of Him look like?

The degree of honesty to which you answer these questions is the degree you will begin to see the value you place upon wisdom. England’s Queen Victoria knew that getting wisdom through God’s Word was the principal thing. Start today thinking of ways in which you can do the same.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I pursue your Word with all my heart.
I am filled with your wisdom, which is the principle thing;
therefore, I gain wisdom and understanding.

Day 3: Audio Confession

Family Scripture Reading

1 Kings 2

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In a suburb of Chicago is a small family restaurant called Opa’s. This is where a group of friends meet on a regular basis. On this week’s episode a young man called Van (with a severe case of narcissism) get’s an ultimatum from his parents. Either he needs to change or he need to move out. As usual, the friends and family in the restaurant encourage Van to schedule an appointment with the local psychiatrist, Dr. Jacob Lieberman… He may be a little eccentric, but always has great insight and leaves one feeling better about life than what it really is.

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