“Then Paul said to him, ‘God will strike you, you whitewashed wall! For you sit to judge me according to the law, and do you command me to be struck contrary to the law?’ And those who stood by said, ‘Do you revile God’s high priest?’”
Acts 23:3-4 (NKJV)

MAY 16 - Authenticity…even the word itself has a genuine ring to it. And the very moment you decide to become a self-corrector is when your character is also deemed authentic. One of the chief reasons people compromise is because they have not made the resolute decision to confess when they yield to temptation or sin.

Just think for a moment how many things you would have heartily refused if you knew someone would eventually reveal what you did. Probably a number of things come to your mind. Certainly there are times when we think we can get away with what we do behind closed doors, but truthfully, everything ultimately comes to the light.

If you make the commitment to tell on yourself and be a self-corrector, you won’t have anything to worry about when Satan comes to callously tempt you. Satan cannot destroy a self-corrector. Why not make the choice today to tell on yourself whenever you feel yourself moving in the wrong direction or toying with wrong thoughts? Prove your character as authentic and remember that victory becomes real the moment you become a self-corrector.”

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I always choose to bow my knee to Your Word. I am a self-corrector therefore I prove my character to be authentic.

Family Scripture Reading

2 Peter 2

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Everyday Ways To Enjoy Success At Work - Book

Must success come at the expense of happiness and fulfillment? Or is it possible to succeed and be happy at the same time? Enjoying the journey of success is a rarity in today’s society, but it is possible!

In Everyday Ways to Enjoy Success at Work, Dr. Robb Thompson outlines simple steps to help you enjoy what you do, while you climb the corporate ladder. As you implement these practical insights, which can be immediately applied in your present employment situation, you will observe an increase in your productivity and effectiveness. This will foster a new confidence within you and a renewed expectation of favor, promotion, and success!

As the dynamic principles found in this book change your role in the workplace, you’ll find that they bring new excitement to every area of your life. Soon, people will know you as a go-to person, and promotion will become an everyday reality!

Don’t allow yourself to spend one more workday in frustration or disappointment. As Dr. Thompson says, “You will only enjoy what you passionately pursue.”

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“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.”
Psalms 19:14 (NKJV)

APRIL 27 - Our hearts unconsciously affect everything we do. There is no greater understanding a believer must grasp than the unmatched power of a pure heart. Jesus tells us that “the pure in heart shall see God.” He didn’t say the rich; He didn’t say the wise; He didn’t even say those with great faith. Jesus said, “The pure in heart shall see God.” The apostle John tells us, “If you say you abide in Him then you ought to walk as He did.” Jesus is our example of true Godly character. Character is not something we can build independent of God; it is a result of God’s Spirit coming alive in us. His Spirit demands that we do what is right.

Cultivation of true character is dependent upon our willingness to surrender our hearts to God. Because of the clarity of their hearts and right motivation, Moshe Dayan and his 42 co-prisoners had their prison sentences cut short as they were fatefully called upon to help the Allies fight the Vichy French, who were in control of Syria during World War II. Leading a group of commando-scouts, Dayan and his men set up a successful Australian invasion in the Syrian terrain. Their pliable hearts towards doing right affected everything they did.

The main issue lies not in the ability to be disciplined, but rather in the pliability of our hearts. David said, “Lord, I hide Your Word in my heart that I might not sin against You.” As we fill our hearts with the Word of God, we soon see the character of Christ manifest in our lives.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I guard my heart above everything else. I see the importance of a pure heart, knowing it affects everything I do.

Family Scripture Reading

Hebrews 11

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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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“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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“Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding.”
Proverbs 3:13 (NKJV)

APRIL 14 - Like parents who wisely set aside a reserve for college tuition, God lovingly stores up unsurpassed wisdom for His children. Although God’s wisdom dwells within the pages of His Word, not everyone can simply read the Bible and receive the wisdom of God. No, wisdom is something for which we must search, and it doesn’t come easily, so many never find it.

There is a razor-sharp difference between simply knowing the Scriptures, and truly possessing the wisdom of God. Wisdom is the ability to accurately apply the Word to any given situation. Many know the Scriptures on health and financial prosperity, but very few actually experience the fruit of them. Why is that? Because wisdom is lacking within the heart of the believer.

There is no problem other than a wisdom problem. And wisdom was the principal thing for the Jews, as the Hebrew culture viewed education as a lifelong process; therefore, they treasured teachers since the days of antiquity.

Only as we continue to press into the Word of God will we go beyond the realm of knowledge and venture into the realm of wisdom. However, we must consider the wisdom of God as more precious than silver and gold. The more value we place upon wisdom, the more Heaven leads us by it.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I possess Your wisdom. I do not forsake her, but love her and embrace wisdom as the most precious asset I have.

Day 14: Audio Confession

Family Scripture Reading

Hebrews 2

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Getting Your Life In Order - Womens Conference CD Series

It’s time to get your life in order! This series is packed with information that is sure to edify and simplify your life. Sessions include:

• Managing your Time – Kandi Minyard worked for over ten years as Financial Secretary at Family Harvest Church. She will provoke you to think ahead and plan. With practical ideas and personal examples, Kandi will inspire you to become an excellent manager of your time.

• Managing your Home – Theresa Lashley was an administrator in a business firm for a number of years and understands how to manage. In addition to working outside the home, she continues to home school her four children. She will show you how to skillfully juggle all the moving pieces of a busy Christian family.

• Managing your Body – Emily Stanford is currently pursuing a degree in health and nutrition. She will show you how to maintain regular exercise and eat healthful meals (even with a busy schedule) so you can glorify God with your body.

• Managing your Money – Toni McCarty is a CPA, currently works as an accountant. She will teach you how to plan and stick to a budget, add to the family’s resources, and make wise financial decisions.

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“But someone will say, ‘You have faith, and I have works.’ Show me
your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.”
James 2:18 (NKJV)

APRIL 12 - You can almost see her vivid, sparkling caravan muddle through the sand encased desert hills, camels and men adorned in foreign costumes, the beloved Queen of Sheba and her belongings weighty upon their backs. Retaining in her mind the list of questions she had for the great King Solomon, following the tour of his court, she would be awestruck. There would be no words to express the king’s grandeur. If there is one principle that could save you from experiencing great disappointment in relationship it is this: “You learn more about a man by what he doesn’t say than by what he does say.” In order for me to fulfill God’s will for my life, I had to stop listening to a man’s words and instead, intently follow his daily actions.

Whatever a person does or does not do eventually reveals exactly who they are. Jesus said, “Many will call Me Lord on that day, but I will tell them, ‘Away from Me, for I did not know you.’” Jesus also said that we would know people by their fruit.

We all want to believe what other people readily verbalize, so I do not imply that you question their promises. Nevertheless, when their actions contradict their words, you must believe their actions. Otherwise, you will get hurt. The devil is out to hurt you, but you can protect yourself by surrounding yourself with people of integrity and truthfulness. Listen to what a person says, and then closely watch their actions. If they strictly align, like tires to the road, then you know for certain that they belong in your life.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I am not just a hearer of Your Word but I am a doer thereof. I show my faith by my works.

Day 12: Audio Confession

Family Scripture Reading

Luke 22, 24

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Building A Heart Of Love Vol. One - CD

5 CDs

I John 4:16 says, “God is love…” – and when we walk in Him we will walk in love (Ephesians 5:1-2). But if walking in love was that easy, we would all get along famously! So, how do we walk this “love walk?” How do we love? Who do we love? And, most importantly…what does God think about love?

In this first volume, Dr. Robb Thompson examines God’s definition of love. You will discover that God expresses love in actions, rather than words – rather than saying, “I love you,” God shows us through His deeds. Looking to Jesus as the ultimate example of love, you will discover how to “build a heart of love” and, therefore, have the heart of God in every situation you encounter.

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“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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“These trials are only to test your faith, to show that it is strong and pure. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—and your faith is far more precious to God than mere gold. So if your faith remains strong after being tried by fiery trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.”

1 Peter 1:7 (NLT)

APRIL 8 - After hearing of the massacres of two Central African missionaries, British-born gentleman, James Hannington fought the criticism and objection of his peers, forsaking a comfortable lifestyle in preparation to take their place. Before being martyred in 1885, Mr. Hannington first lifted his hand to his captors, requesting that the Ugandan king be told that he had purchased the road to their country with his death—a perilous path, yet one highly worthwhile. I admit, in this world, you could suffer for choosing Godly character. The Scriptures warn us that this might happen as we follow Christ. One thing is very sure,  however; when this life is over and we step into eternity, all injustice will cease. Whatever price you pay to have Godly character (even if with your life) will pale in comparison to the rewards that await you. You will have difficulty here on earth, but if you choose God’s righteousness, you’ll never regret the adversity it may include.

Have you yet realized that God is very interested in rewarding you? Yes, He is gracious and loving beyond comprehension, but we must step up to the plate of service in order to receive what is ours. God’s goodness
can only be released through our commitment to walk in His ways, as He expertly uses our times of dversity to refine us—making us even stronger than we are already are. We may never suffer martyrdom as did
James Hannington, but we do have a mandate to help people in any way that God directs. And the only way we’ll accomplish our task and be rewarded for it is if we choose the prize of character, despite the price
of adversity.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You for Your grace that enables me to represent You. Help me to always do what is just in Your sight.

Audio Confession: Day 8

Family Scripture Reading

Songs 1

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Spiritual Checkup Pack - CD & Book

What is the ultimate prize that this world has to offer? The Nobel Peace Prize? An Oscar? A Super Bowl ring? A lucrative recording contract?

Certainly you can find all types of contests in which to compete and a host of valuable prizes to covet in today’s society. Are you equipped to win the prize and obtain the goal? In this package, Dr. Robb Thompson explains to you how to win the ultimate prize of life – the heart of your Heavenly Father.

Using illustrations from the lives of Biblical men and women, Dr. Thompson vividly portrays what it means to be a person after God’s own heart and how to do the necessary examining of your own heart in the process. He tackles the all-important topics of submission and covenant loyalty – scriptural concepts that are frequently shunned and swept under the collective rug in Christendom today.

As Dr. Thompson so succinctly asks, “What else do you have in life, if you don’t have the heart of the Father?” That’s a question only you can answer for yourself. Pursue the prize of your Father’s heart, and watch everything else in your life fall into place (Matthew 6:33).

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