November 2024

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A World With No Crime
November 25, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 28:26-28
 He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    Can you imagine a world with no crime? There would be no murders, no thefts, no rapes, no drugs, and no criminal activities of any kind anywhere. What a different world this would be. There would be no need for police. Since there is no crime of any kind, when city officials hung traffic signals and signs, people would simply obey them all. There would be no need for military might in any country. All nations would respect borders and boundaries set by other nations and their people. Additionally, since there is no crime, all any country would ever need would be civil laws. There would never be any abuse of women or children, and no excessive taxation of citizens. Taxes and tax laws would be sensible, and all people would willingly contribute their share to support this perfect government. No one would evade taxes, so we would have no need for the IRS. A few accountants to manage the funds and deposit them in banks would suffice. Agencies like the FBI and CIA would become obsolete. Finally, the evening news would have some positive stories to report for a change.

    You may have thought, “Right, in your dreams, preacher.” Well, you are correct; it exists only in my dreams. I look forward to a place called heaven where God rules, and there is no more sin. Oops, I apologize. We don’t like to call it sin anymore, do we? Instead, we prefer terms like crime or social imbalance. It sounds less religious.     

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

     How wonderful this world would be if there were no sin. However, the reality is that sin still exists in this world today. Our nation’s leaders need our prayers and support as they strive to lead us to a safer and happier place to live. God is still in control, but He has given us the right to self-govern. We must pray for, vote for, and support godly leadership.

What leader in your life did you pray for today?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

GOD TALKING TO ME: November 25, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Romans 9 – Romans 12
  Proverbs 28:26 – 28

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Ezekiel 36-38
  1 Peter 2

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WEEKEND REVIEW
November 23 & 24, 2024

Proverbs 3:5-8

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart;
and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him,
and he shall direct thy paths.

Work Week Devotions
Through The Book Of Proverbs

     What a joy it has been to be with you this past week. I pray these WORK WEEK DEVOTIONS have been a blessing to you as well. To receive them daily in your e-mail box go to LIHWMinistries Sign-Up Page – Living In His Word Ministries and sign up. Each day these devotions will be delivered directly in your e-mail box.

      As previously mentioned, with WORK WEEK DEVOTIONS, we will only be publishing Devotional Thoughts Monday – Friday.

     On Saturday we suggest you re-read the entire chapter we have been studying this week, and if we will be going into the following chapter the next week, we encourage you to read that chapter as well.     

There are never Devotions on Sunday.

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WEEK 46 – Day 6:

     On Saturday, we suggest you re-read the Proverb we have written from this past week and the week to come.

Proverbs 28-29

WEEK 46 – Day 7:

     Today we suggest you read and study whatever the Lord has laid on your Pastor’s heart. Whatever Scripture he uses for today’s messages were given to him by God for your specific needs.

THROUGH THE BIBLE
OLD & NEW TESTAMENT TODAY AND TOMORROW:

November 23, 2024
Ezekiel 32-35
1 Peter 1

November 24, 2024
No Passages Assigned

NEXT WEEKS UPCOMING SCHEUDLES:

SCHEDULE 1 – Bible In a Year – with Proverbs Study 

November 25, 2024
Romans 9 – Romans 12
Proverbs 28:26 – 28
November 26, 2024
Romans 13 – Romans 16
Proverbs 29:1 – 4
November 27, 2024
1 Corinthians 1 – 1 Corinthians 5
Proverbs 29:5 – 7
November 28, 2024
1 Corinthians 6 – 1 Corinthians 10
Proverbs 29:8 – 11
November 29, 2024
1 Corinthians 11 – 1 Corinthians 14
Proverbs 29:12 – 15
November 30, 2024
Proverbs 28 – 29
December 1, 2024
No Passages Assigned

SCHEDULE 2 – Old & New Testament

November 25, 2024
Ezekiel 36-38
1 Peter 2
November 26, 2024
Ezekiel 39-41
1 Peter 3
November 27, 2024
Ezekiel 42-45
1 Peter 4-5
November 28, 2024
Ezekiel 46-48
2 Peter 1
November 29, 2024
Daniel 1-2
2 Peter 2
November 30, 2024
Daniel 3-4
2 Peter 3
December 1, 2024
No Passages Assigned

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But I Want It
November 22, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 28:22-25
 He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him. He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue. Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer. He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    “What in the world do you want?” I can still remember my mom asking me that question when I was a young boy. Especially when I would stand around and repeatedly say, “Hey mom, hey mom, hey mom,” until finally, she would exclaim, “What in the world do you want?” At that precise moment, all I wanted was an answer to my question. In fact, it was the only thing in the world that occupied my mind. I desired that answer more than anything else because it had completely consumed my thoughts.

    I believe that if we reflect on this childhood experience, it may assist us in our daily walk with the Lord. Ask yourself, why do we, as Christians, sometimes desire what the world has to offer? Often, the answer is simple: we have allowed it to dominate our thoughts. This worldly desire fills our minds and becomes our heart’s predominant wish. It occupies our thoughts entirely. This is often driven by pride and an attitude of thinking, “I deserve better.” While the possessions the world offers may seem enticing, there is no genuine future, reward, or ultimate benefit in accumulating possessions. The wealthiest people in the world eventually meet the same fate as the poorest.

    So, how can we prevent ourselves from dwelling on worldly matters? God has also provided us with a way to do just that. He said in Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

    The Bible encourages us to approach God with the innocence and trust of a child. Perhaps if we sought Him for all our answers, just as we relied on our parents when we were children, it would help us prioritize what truly matters. I used to believe that my parents had all the answers, and they did have most of them. However, it’s important to remember that God truly knows everything!

What is it that you want most in life?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

GOD TALKING TO ME: November 22, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Romans 5 – Romans 8
  Proverbs 28:22 – 25

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Ezekiel 28-31
  James 5

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Anything, For A Friend
November 21, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 28:19-21
 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough. A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    It is wonderful to have a friend – someone you know you can trust and rely on.

    Everyone desires to be liked and admired for who they are. Today, you can see people everywhere doing whatever it takes to gain approval. It happens in schools where teens might compromise their principles just to fit in with certain groups. It happens in the workforce, where employers often demand more from employees while giving less in return. People are willing to do what’s necessary because they want to be liked, accepted, and successful. It may even seem that if you don’t comply with others’ expectations, the supposed friendship may end. Why does it seem this way? Well, because if we don’t do what’s expected, someone else might, and they then appear to be a better friend.

    The Bible warns us about this attitude, stating that “for a piece of bread,” a friend may forsake you. If so, that friendship wasn’t based on love or respect but on selfishness. The world we live in today often focuses on what others can do for them, rather than what they can do for others. It’s a mindset that if what’s happening around me doesn’t benefit me, I’m out of here.

    God’s Word, on the other hand, calls Christians to do the opposite. It’s not about asking, “What can I get?” but rather, “What can I give?” The Bible doesn’t instruct us to find people to love us; instead, it tells us to love our neighbors. Jesus Himself said that He came to earth not to be served but to serve others. So, instead of spending so much time trying to please people, strive to be a good friend. Please God with all you do, and you will have a true friend for all eternity.

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

    Suppose we will be more Christ-like; we must get our eyes off ourselves and back on the Saviour. In Luke 9:48, Jesus held a child and said, “he that is least among you all, the same shall be great.” This world needs a friend. A real friend. Be the best of friends and introduce them to an eternal friend who will never forsake them, Jesus.

Who would you rather have favor with, God or man?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

GOD TALKING TO ME: November 21, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Romans 1 – Romans 4
  Proverbs 28:19 – 21

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Ezekiel 24-27
  James 4

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Saved By Works?
November 20, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 28:15-18
     As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people. The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him. Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    In reading today’s verses, we can plainly see that Solomon was warning his son about the dangers of a sinful lifestyle. This way of living not only brings harm to the individual who commits such sinful deeds but can also erode the sanctity of a nation.

    In verse eighteen, there is a comment that many have mis-interpreted. It says, “Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved:” Some have taken that to mean if they do good and live right, they are then saved from their sin and will go to heaven when they die. That would be a classic case of taking words out of context. The word “saved” used here does not refer to the salvation of the soul. Rather, Solomon was telling his lad that if he abstains from the sins of this world, he would also be saved from many of the daily failures of sin and the sorrows that accompany them. Reading the text before and after a verse will always help you understand its true meaning. The last part of this verse says, “he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.” Does this mean that as soon as a person commits a sin, they will be destroyed? No. However, if this statement is read in the context of others mentioned, such as the wicked ruler over the poor, the insecure prince, and the violent murderer who, in the eyes of those he leads or trusts, has fallen, then a person who is perverse in their ways will also fall.

    Salvation has always been about putting faith in Jesus Christ, in what He accomplished on the cross and through His empty tomb. No amount of good works can ever alter anyone’s eternal destiny.     

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

     With that said, it is never a bad idea to do what is right. It garners the respect of others and serves as a powerful testament to the truth of the Bible. Live for today, but do so in a manner that honors and glorifies God and His Word.

How will you live your life for the Lord today?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

GOD TALKING TO ME: November 20, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Acts 25 – Acts 28
  Proverbs 28:15 – 18

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Ezekiel 21-23
  James 3