December 2024

December 31, 2024 – PLANNING FOR 2025

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INTRO INTO 2025

DECEMBER 31, 2024
KEY FROM GOD’S WORD:

Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.

    First of all, let me say, “THANK YOU,” for joining us this year, or for some of you long time subscribers, for remaining with us for this year for “Keywords In God’s Word” Devotional. We pray these daily devotions will help you in your walk with the Lord.

    These Devotions from key verses taken from daily bible reading throughout the Bible. You will soon find all the scriptures used are from the King James Bible. The author, Dr. Franklin J. Senters, has read and studied this version of scripture for many years and is completely comfortable in his belief that the KJV is the most accurate English translation of God’s Word. While some of the words used may seem archaic in nature, if studied and read in context they portray the clearest English interpretation of the original manuscripts. In “Keywords In God’s Word” Devotions we will do our best to help you understand the principles and application of these verses.

In Our verse above it says;

  “Every word of God is pure,” That means they are all correct, the truth, and important. When I was a young boy my mother told me, “Read all the words of the Bible when you read it. All the thee’s, thou’s, and every word in between are written to help you.” I have never forgotten those wise words. While we could never cover all the concepts of God’s Word in one year, we have selected many Key verses to help guide us through life. 

     If you would please allow me to take a couple of days to introduce to you the thought behind the design of “Keywords In God’s Word”. The actual devotions will begin Friday January 1st.

WE BEGIN TOMORROW:

BIBLE READING LAYOUT FOR 2025:

   “Keywords In God’s Word” will provide a Devotion online and in many e-mail boxes Monday thru Saturday each week throughout 2025. Every week with the exception of the first week of the year we have created devotions to begin on Monday and conclude on Sunday. We have dated every devotion so you can simply find today’s date and begin there.

    At the bottom of each Daily Devotion you will find two reading outlines. The first one is called “THROUGH THE BIBLE ACCELERATED READING.”  By following this daily Suggested Reading Schedule you will have read through the Old Testament Once, The New Testament and Psalms twice, and the book of Proverbs twelve times in a year. You may also enjoy that in reading the New Testament the books and chapters are not all in the order we find them in our Bible. The reading style may be different and much to your surprise very enjoyable. 

     For many of you that is more than you will find time to read. Therefore we have also included our, “THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY.” This is a daily reading Monday through Saturday, leaving Sunday open. There is a simple reason for this. We want you to read and study whatever the Lord has laid on your Pastors heart for that week. Whatever his text is for the morning and evening service was given to him by God for your specific needs. The principal for this is found in Act 17:10 & 11.

Acts 17:10-11 And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews. These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.

    Those who were from Berea had a good practice that we might do well to follow. The Bible even says they were more noble for doing so. The practice we encourage is to listen intently to the preaching of God’s Word, then let it soak in even more by re-reading the text, and examining what God was saying there. Reading a chapter before and after the text will help. However you decide to do this, we hope you might let this become a habit in your life, examining what God wants to share with your life week by week.

READING FOR REWARD

     Each Daily Devotion will begin with Title, and a date. Followed by a “KEY FROM GOD’S WORD, which is a Key Scripture verse for that day, normally taken from that days ACCELERATED READING SCHEDULE at the bottom of the page. This will then be followed by something we like to call a, “THOUGHT ON GOD’S WORD.” This is a short commentary by Dr. Senters of his thoughts about the Key Scripture for the day. 

   The final section is called; “CARRYING THAT THOUGHT THROUGH THE DAY.” This section is a short thought reflecting on that day’s topic which you can carry in your heart throughout the day. It is often hard to remember all we read. Yet, a simple overview, or thought can often be remembered, that we might meditate on during the day. As mentioned above in today’s verse, in the book of Joshua, we are told:

Joshua 1:8
 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. 

    While the words written by the author are not the inspired words of God, the desire is that the thoughts he shares may help you remember what God has said in that days passage.

GOODBYE 2024 – HELLO 2025

Philippians 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

    Forgetting our past, let’s enjoy our present. Let’s welcome the New Year 2025. The Word of God is still available today, and in some ways like never before. The truths contained in the pages of our Bible are still as true today as they were a year, ten years, a thousand years ago. In fact, they predicted we would have times of trials and tribulations.

John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. 

    If you are a Christian and reading this, it is apparent that Christ has not returned for His church. Therefore if He tarries through this day we will welcome the New Year 2025. I truly believe that in Christ, no matter what comes we can make this next year of our life fantastic and enjoyable.

    Plan in 2025 to do something for the future and future generation so that the future generation can have something and someone to look forward to. Let us just say, ”Goodbye Bye 2024 Welcome 2025.” As we plan to share Christ in some way with someone. He is our only future, real future for any and all who will believe in Him. Learn how to personally share your faith. Find a good Bible Tract and begin to hand them out. Begin now inviting people to your church services. Then call them up or meet with them following to see how they liked it. God can use you in 2025 to make this the best year to come.  

       We can not change what is past. However we can have a brighter view on tomorrow. Just before the book of the Revelation of John, the book of Jude has a great reminder for those looking for, and waiting on Jesus to return. It says…

Jude 1:20-25 (KJV)
20  But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,
21  Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
22  And of some have compassion, making a difference:
23  And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.
24  Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,
25  To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.

FINAL THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

     We hope you enjoy this Living In His Word Devotional,“Keywords In God’s Word” over the next year . May God richly bless you day by day as you allow Him to speak into your hearts.

     Our desire, and Ministry motto stated above in our banner has always been to,
                                     “Get People into the Word Of God…
                                                  …And The Word Of God Into People.”

 Living In His Word Ministries
   “Getting people into the Word of God…
     …and the Word of God into people.”
                    Romans 10:17

 Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
 Founder and Executive Director
 Hebrews 2:12
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December 30, 2024 – THANK YOU AND FREE GIFT

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THANK YOU AND FREE GIFT
December 30, 2024

Appreciation:


    Dear Reader,


   Thank you for joining us on this inspiring journey with “Work Week Devotions, Through The Book Of Proverbs.” We hope that the wisdom and insights from the book have enriched your life and encouraged your faith.


   At Living In His Word Ministries, our mission is: “Getting people into the Word of God… and the Word of God into People.” We are excited to announce that this is just the beginning. We have more exciting publications and resources in the pipeline, each designed to help you deepen your connection with God and find guidance for your daily life.


   To stay updated on our latest releases and upcoming projects, please visit our website at www.LIHWMinistries.org. We encourage you to bookmark the page and check back regularly so you do not miss out on any of our future publications.


   Additionally, if you would like to receive Free Daily Devotions directly in your email inbox, we invite you to subscribe to our Daily Devotions on our website. It is a wonderful way to start each day with a dose of inspiration and spiritual guidance.


   Thank you once again for choosing “Work Week Devotions, Through The Book Of Proverbs.” Your support means the world to us, and we look forward to continuing this journey with you. May God’s blessings and wisdom guide your path every step of the way.


In His Word and Grace,
Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
Living In His Word Ministries / Romans 10:17
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A FREE GIFT FOR YOU:


     Who does not like FREE? A Free Gift is always great. We have just that for you. Do not be mistaken; we did not pay for it or produce it. We are allowed to share it with anyone who is interested.


This free gift has been paid for by Jesus Christ and is provided by God the Father. It is a gift given by grace through faith – the gift of salvation. Here is the kicker: everyone needs it. God’s grace offers salvation freely and cannot be earned through human efforts. You and I are no different. So, how do you get it?


What Blocks us from this Free Gift? – It is Sin:
Romans 3:23 “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
Just admit it: everyone, including you and I, has failed and come short of God’s perfection.


Without the Free Gift, we end up paying for that sin.
Romans 6:23a “For the wages of sin is death…”
Our Sinfulness leads to spiritual death and separation from God.


Jesus has paid for the Free Gift of God’s Love and Grace:
Romans 5:8 “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”

Recognize that God, out of His love for us, sent Jesus Christ to die in our place for our sins.


This Free Gift of God’s Grace is received by faith in Jesus Christ
Ephesians 2:8-9 “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
You can be saved by placing your faith in Jesus Christ as your Saviour understanding that salvation is a gift from God. Turn away from sin and turn towards God, seeking forgiveness.


Romans 10:9: “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”

Simply Pray with faith in Christ:
“Dear Lord forgive me of my sin. I place my faith in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on Calvary for my sin, and His resurrection from the tomb for life eternal. Come into my heart and be my Saviour and take me to heaven when I die.”

Contact us at LIHW@LIHWMinistries.org, and we will rejoice with you and try to help you find a wonderful church family in your area.

Contact us at LIHW@LIHWMinistries.org,
and we will rejoice with you
and try to help you find
a wonderful church family in your area?

Please feel free to share this FREE GIFT with your family and friends. 

  

Tomorrow we will introduce 2025 Daily Devotions


 Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
 Founder and Executive Director
 Hebrews 2:12
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December 28 & 29, 2024 – WEEKEND REVIEW

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WEEKEND REVIEW
December 28 & 29, 2024

Proverbs 31:9

Open thy mouth, judge righteously,
and plead the cause
of the poor and needy.

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 51 – Day 6:

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

Proverbs 31

WEEK 51 – 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
:

December 28, 2024
Malachi
Revelation 22
December 29, 2024
No Passages Assigned

NEXT WEEKS UPCOMING SCHEUDLES:

SCHEDULE 1 – Bible In a Year – with Proverbs Study 

December 30
THANK YOU AND A FREE GIFT


DECEMBER 31
Our plan for 2025

 
 
Living In His Word Ministries
  “Getting people into the Word of God…
     …and the Word of God into people.”
                               Romans 10:17

 Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
 Founder and Executive Director
 Hebrews 2:12
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December 27, 2024 – The Best “YOU” Ever.

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The Best “YOU” Ever
December 27, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 31:25-31
 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:


    Where are all those popular kids from high school? You know, the ones everyone seemed to like. Admit it, somewhere deep inside, even you liked them just a little bit too. I wonder what they are doing now. I don’t see many of them on TV or read about them in the papers. All that popularity was good for a short time. However, what is it good for today? What about that knockout beautiful girl or the drop-dead good-looking guy? Have you seen any of them lately?

    However, a person’s character, who they truly are, is often remembered. A man or woman who loves the Lord and possesses deep-rooted godly morals seems to have a special quality about them that others cannot imitate or explain. They are often described with phrases like “He is a good man,” “She is a godly woman,” or “There is something about them that is different.”

    The book of Proverbs ends with an admonition to let the inner beauty from God shine through our lives. Why? Because that displays our character, and that lasts forever. People respect God-fearing individuals, even if it may not always appear that way. Let God shine through you.

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:


    Today, people are going to form an opinion about you. You, and only you, can choose what that opinion may be. However, you don’t have to develop your character alone. Ask God today to help you become the best version of yourself for Him. Then people will naturally see the best “YOU” ever because they will see “JESUS” in you.

What do people see when they look at you?

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: December 27, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Revelation 17 – Revelation 22
  Proverbs 31:25-31

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Zechariah 11-14
  Revelation 21


 Living In His Word Ministries
  “Getting people into the Word of God…
     …and the Word of God into people.”
                             Romans 10:17

 Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
 Founder and Executive Director
 Hebrews 2:12
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December 26, 2024 – Providing The Very Best

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Providing The Very Best
December 26, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 31:19-24
 She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff. She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:


    The virtues of the woman in this story continue here with her diligence, thriftiness, and charity. She works with wool and skillfully crafts warm scarlet garments. Not only does she make enough for her own family to stay warm, but she also uses her talents to serve the needs of others. She takes joy in using the abilities God has bestowed upon her.

    Many modern Bible translations have interpreted the term “scarlet” to mean double garments for added warmth, given that scarlet is a color created through a double dyeing process to achieve its depth and richness. However, in other Scripture passages, it is consistently translated as scarlet. The term actually points to the source of the color. In Eastern cultures, scarlet was obtained from a worm-like insect called the “Tola” or the “Crimson Grub.” When this creature was crushed and boiled, it produced a deep, rich crimson color used primarily for the finest wool. Due to the labor and time required to create scarlet-dyed garments, this color was considered a symbol of royalty. The verse is emphasizing that this woman provided the very best for her family.

    It’s worth noting that in Psalm 22:6, Christ is likened to this “Worm” or “Tola.” The passage describes the torturous and inhumane method of execution through which Christ would shed His precious crimson blood. It is by His blood that our sins are cleansed, and we are clothed in garments of righteousness—not our own righteousness, but the righteousness of Christ. He provided the very best for His own, just as the precious woman in Chapter 31 exemplifies.

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:


    God’s Word is accurate down to the tiniest detail—nothing is overlooked, and nothing is over or understated. God has indeed provided the very best for His own
.

What clothing will you wear into eternity?

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: December 26, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  Revelation 9 – Revelation 16
  Proverbs 31:19-24

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Zechariah 7-10
  Revelation 20

 Living In His Word Ministries
  “Getting people into the Word of God…
     …and the Word of God into people.”
                           Romans 10:17

 Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
 Founder and Executive Director
 Hebrews 2:12
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