Ezekiel_13

Scripture - What stood out?EZEKIEL 13:23 ... I will save my people from your hands. And then you will know that I am the Lord.’”Observation - What does it say?

Ezekiel 13 is a prophecy against the false prophets and diviners of that particular time in Israel’s history. Plagued by these false messengers of the Lord they had managed to lead the nation of Israel astray and confuse not just the wicked but also the righteous. This chapter was a notice to all false messengers as well as God’s faithful at that time that God was about to shake things up! Understanding - What does it mean?If you read this entire chapter the message is crystal clear that God is very very mad at these false prophets and “magicians”. They were clouding his people’s judgement. They were creating confusion and chaos. They were leading His people astray. And some of them were doing it for pennies on the dollar!  I feel like this chapter was a reminder for me to be constantly testing the spirits by using the bible, the HS, my community of believers, my pastors to test the words and visions that may get sent my way. But I think the bigger takeaway for me was to take what comes out of my mouth very seriously. And not mince God’s message...especially when there isn’t one. Life Application - How can I apply this to my life today? Lord continue to use me. Teach me when to speak your word and when not to speak...anything at all. Help me to continue growing in your wisdom. Grant me your Holy Spirit to discern when something is from You. Help me to grow in my knowledge of the bible. Continue to surround me with faithful believers who trust in Your scriptures. Thank you Lord. In the name of Jesus do I pray. Amen.

-kenneth lee

1 Peter_4

Scripture

1 Peter‬ ‭4:10

 

“God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.”

 ‭‬‬

Observation-What does it say?

 

Peter is writing the church and encouraging them to continue living their lives for God. Peter reminds them in this chapter to remain disciplined in their prayers. Peter reminds the church to most importantly, continue showing deep love for one another by using their God given spiritual gifts to serve each other.

 

Understanding-What does it mean?

 

Jesus Christ came to earth to serve, not to be served.

 

What a humbling thought that is. That the God of the universe came down to earth to serve, and not to be served. Jesus definitely showed us the way and lead by example. From helping the sick and lame, to washing his disciples feet (yes,even Judas’ feet!), to ultimately laying down his life for this world’s sins. Jesus’ life of ministry was all about helping and serving others...no matter what obstacles he had in front of him!

 

So if I am to call myself a Christ Follower, I have to live my life the way Jesus did. That means serving others. Thankfully God has blessed not only me, but all of us with spiritual gifts and talents. Each of us has different gifts and talents too! It’s up to us to use these gifts and talents to go out in the world and help others. I know that by doing this each day, we can all do our parts by shining the light of Christ to others around us and make this world see in a tangible way the love Jesus has for them. 😊

 

“We love each other because he loved us first.”-1 John‬ ‭4:19

 

Life Application

 

Give someone in need a helping hand.

 

Father God, thank You so much for sending Jesus to lead the way. Thank You for Your many blessing in my life. Thank You for blessing me with the gifts and talents that I have so I can help others. I pray that I don’t let these gifts and talents go to waste. Be my eyes and ears to look and hear for opportunities to help others around me in need. May Your light shine in those that I help and serve. May You get all the glory and honor. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

‭‭‬

-Moses Gaddi

Psalm 91

Scripture 

Psalm 91:1-2

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”

Observation-What does it say?

The writer of this Psalm (who was believed to be Moses), talks about taking refuge in God. 

Understanding-What does it mean?

Moses went through the wilderness for 40 years. During that time, his source of protection and strength was God.

Life Application 

What wilderness have you found yourself walking through? Find Rest and Comfort in the shelter and shadow of God’s wings.

Dear Lord, I pray that even through times of uncertainty, we would trust You and not lean on our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). May we find true rest, comfort and protection from You alone. Amen. 

Listen to this song that is based on this Psalm. When I read this Psalm, I immediately thought of this song, “On Eagle’s Wings” covered by Shane and Shane.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9JfJw6Wf-4

-Michelle Gaddi