Less Of Me and More of Him by Joan Cook
"Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered, does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Daily I am reminded that I am not perfect. I say and do things that are not pleasing to God or to man. I don't mind so much not pleasing man, but the thought of not pleasing God really bothers me, and it should. You see, more often than I'd care to admit, my mouth jumps ahead before I think. I react to situations and people in a way that is not characteristic of how a follower of Jesus Christ should act. I intentionally and unintentionally respond in a way I am not proud of.
Why do I do this? Well, I continue to ask myself that question. When you know a better way, why do you choose to do the wrong thing? After a lengthy discussion with my husband recently, I was once again reminded that life is not all about me! It's so very nice to know that my husband treats me like it is, but I know better. Every time I mess up, I make a conscious decision to go against what I've learned in God's word. I choose to decide on my own what is best! What the best words are, what the best reaction is, what the best decision is. Now, as a Christian I am supposed to have the mind of Christ, so... what I say, do, and how I react should be like Christ. Unfortunately it doesn't always work that way. At least not in my life. Because unfortunately, I don't always listen to that still, small voice of God and obey what He's telling me to do, but think Joan's way is better. And sometimes it does "feel" better to do things my way! Ha, I'm old enough now to know that you certainly can't count on your "feelings" to guide you the right way!
Anyway, I said all that to say that as a follower of Christ who knows there is a much bigger agenda than I can even comprehend, I must be aware of how my words, my looks, my actions and my reactions affect people for eternity! It doesn't matter if I am so right about something, but say it in a way that turns everyone off from listening to the truth I am telling. Just me being right doesn't help anyone if I can't convey that truth in a way that they can relate to and understand.
My prayer today is that I will strive to become like the one who convinced others to believe in Him, not by just His words but by His Life! I want to be more like Jesus!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will mold you and fashion you to be more like Jesus!
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Interns who faithfully come to On The Go each year to work for Christ and learn how to do ministry that matters for the kingdom of God.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 28, 2017
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Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Monday, November 27, 2017
Stand In The Gap Part 3
Stand In The Gap Part 3 by Keith Cook
"For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds; Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;" 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
Today let's look at the Battle Plan For Godly Strongholds - 2 Corinthians 10:3-7
1. War and fight in the Spirit not the flesh. (verse 3)
a. Take thoughts captive - Let the Spirit control your mind.
b. Pull down strongholds - Let the Spirit guard your heart and emotions.
c. Cast down imaginations - Let the Spirit guard your actions, seen and unseen.
2. Make sure you use your spiritual weapons. (verse 4)
a. Prayer
b. Fasting
c. Spiritual Gifts
d. The Word of God
e. Exercising your Faith
3. Look through spiritual eyes at the results and progress. Do not trust outward and emotional signs of success and progress. (verse 7)
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for wisdom in going after strongholds in your life. Ask God for a plan of action.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's GoCamp ministry that trains believers all over the world how to share their faith.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 27, 2017
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"For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds; Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;" 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
Today let's look at the Battle Plan For Godly Strongholds - 2 Corinthians 10:3-7
1. War and fight in the Spirit not the flesh. (verse 3)
a. Take thoughts captive - Let the Spirit control your mind.
b. Pull down strongholds - Let the Spirit guard your heart and emotions.
c. Cast down imaginations - Let the Spirit guard your actions, seen and unseen.
2. Make sure you use your spiritual weapons. (verse 4)
a. Prayer
b. Fasting
c. Spiritual Gifts
d. The Word of God
e. Exercising your Faith
3. Look through spiritual eyes at the results and progress. Do not trust outward and emotional signs of success and progress. (verse 7)
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for wisdom in going after strongholds in your life. Ask God for a plan of action.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's GoCamp ministry that trains believers all over the world how to share their faith.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 27, 2017
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Sunday, November 26, 2017
Stand In The Gap Part 2
Stand In The Gap Part 2 by Keith Cook
"But if the watchman see the sword come, and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at the watchman's hand. So thou, O son of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me." Ezekiel 33:6, 7
God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
Today let's look at Standing in the Gap
To Stand in the Gap means:
1. Pulling together God's provision for Man's needs.
We are to bring the love of God and God's provisions to bear on all the needs we find. The Christian should take this challenge seriously. God is able. God is always present but God chooses to work out His plan through His called and chosen ones. That is you and me. Let's get to work!
2. Aggressively Fighting for God's agenda.
Today is not a time to sit by and let the cultural elite rule the day. Christians should actively be engaged in every area of society. We need to be salt and light to our peers and in our communities. We often get what we deserve when we do not voice our opinions or register our complaints and solutions. Bring Jesus up in your everyday conversations. Take Biblical solutions to the marketplace and into the halls of government.
Decide today to stand in the gap!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you to stand in the gap for your children, friends, culture, country, and faith.
On The Go Prayer Focus: All the Ministry Partners, Missions, Missionaries that On The Go ministers with. It takes team work to make the dream of reaching the world a reality.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotional for November 26, 2017
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"But if the watchman see the sword come, and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at the watchman's hand. So thou, O son of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me." Ezekiel 33:6, 7
God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
Today let's look at Standing in the Gap
To Stand in the Gap means:
1. Pulling together God's provision for Man's needs.
We are to bring the love of God and God's provisions to bear on all the needs we find. The Christian should take this challenge seriously. God is able. God is always present but God chooses to work out His plan through His called and chosen ones. That is you and me. Let's get to work!
2. Aggressively Fighting for God's agenda.
Today is not a time to sit by and let the cultural elite rule the day. Christians should actively be engaged in every area of society. We need to be salt and light to our peers and in our communities. We often get what we deserve when we do not voice our opinions or register our complaints and solutions. Bring Jesus up in your everyday conversations. Take Biblical solutions to the marketplace and into the halls of government.
Decide today to stand in the gap!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you to stand in the gap for your children, friends, culture, country, and faith.
On The Go Prayer Focus: All the Ministry Partners, Missions, Missionaries that On The Go ministers with. It takes team work to make the dream of reaching the world a reality.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotional for November 26, 2017
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Saturday, November 25, 2017
Stand In The Gap Part 1
Stand In The Gap Part 1 by Keith Cook
"And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none." Ezekiel 22:30
God is Searching for a Man. In these three passages it says that God is looking for a man or woman to do three very important things for Him.
1. God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
2. God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
3. God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
To Build On The Wall has three main expressions: past, present, and future.
To Hold The Wall is the Present Need. God wants us to build our faith to hold onto what God has given us to work with today.
To Preserve The Wall is dealing with the Past. God wants us to learn from the past and use the lessons we have learned both good and bad.
To Build Up The Wall is focusing on the Future. God wants us to build up Godly strongholds to ensure that we have productive future ministries.
Take your place on God's wall of service. Build on the wall God has given you. Jesus will be with you.
Daily prayer focus: Pray that God will lead and guide you so that you can faithfully build the wall God has given you!
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Finances of Team as they boldly go out for Jesus Christ. Pray that all their needs will be met at home and for the projects they are working on.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotional for November 25, 2017
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"And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none." Ezekiel 22:30
God is Searching for a Man. In these three passages it says that God is looking for a man or woman to do three very important things for Him.
1. God is Searching For Someone To Build On The Wall
2. God is Searching For Someone To Stand in the Gap
3. God is Searching For Someone To Provide Godly Strongholds
To Build On The Wall has three main expressions: past, present, and future.
To Hold The Wall is the Present Need. God wants us to build our faith to hold onto what God has given us to work with today.
To Preserve The Wall is dealing with the Past. God wants us to learn from the past and use the lessons we have learned both good and bad.
To Build Up The Wall is focusing on the Future. God wants us to build up Godly strongholds to ensure that we have productive future ministries.
Take your place on God's wall of service. Build on the wall God has given you. Jesus will be with you.
Daily prayer focus: Pray that God will lead and guide you so that you can faithfully build the wall God has given you!
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Finances of Team as they boldly go out for Jesus Christ. Pray that all their needs will be met at home and for the projects they are working on.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotional for November 25, 2017
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Friday, November 24, 2017
Cover The Globe
Cover The Globe by Keith Cook
"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14
As Christians we need to Cover the Globe.
How can we do this?
1. In Prayer - In Prayer we must climb to new heights and take our battle not just to the earth but into the heavenly places. We can win this battle in advance and on our knees.
2. In Scope - In Scope we need vision to reach every inhabited part of the earth. Our task is not done until we reach each one with the Good News.
3. In Love - In Love we must go to every people and ethnic group. Taking Christ into hard to reach and difficult areas proves we care and are not content to just sit around and wait for Jesus to come and get us out of here. In love and kindness we can bless all those that we come in contact with.
4. In Wisdom - In Wisdom we also must reach into urban and inner city areas. The wise and prudent thing to do is not to just focus on the rural and pocket areas where we have open doors now. We must attack our lack. We need to go to the cities and confront the needs and opportunities that are there. They may be massive but if we "multiply" our efforts by networking with other local churches and ministries we can affect change anywhere!
5. In Courage - In Courage and with faith we must go to the Resistant Belt (10/40 Window). Right now in our culture's history it would be easy to forget and say "what's the use" to reaching into "hostile" areas of our world. But Jesus came into our world to redeem it. We are sent out to the entire world. We must go and represent our Jesus around the world.
Start to cover the globe today, be a global Christian!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will continue to open your eyes through prayer, scope, love, and wisdom.
On The Go Prayer Focus: Those who need to make decisions for Christ as On The Go and the Keith Cook Team shares the Gospel around the world. Pray that they will hear a clear message about Christ, that the Holy Spirit will move them to a point of decision and that they will be bold enough to publicly respond for Christ.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 24, 2017
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"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14
As Christians we need to Cover the Globe.
How can we do this?
1. In Prayer - In Prayer we must climb to new heights and take our battle not just to the earth but into the heavenly places. We can win this battle in advance and on our knees.
2. In Scope - In Scope we need vision to reach every inhabited part of the earth. Our task is not done until we reach each one with the Good News.
3. In Love - In Love we must go to every people and ethnic group. Taking Christ into hard to reach and difficult areas proves we care and are not content to just sit around and wait for Jesus to come and get us out of here. In love and kindness we can bless all those that we come in contact with.
4. In Wisdom - In Wisdom we also must reach into urban and inner city areas. The wise and prudent thing to do is not to just focus on the rural and pocket areas where we have open doors now. We must attack our lack. We need to go to the cities and confront the needs and opportunities that are there. They may be massive but if we "multiply" our efforts by networking with other local churches and ministries we can affect change anywhere!
5. In Courage - In Courage and with faith we must go to the Resistant Belt (10/40 Window). Right now in our culture's history it would be easy to forget and say "what's the use" to reaching into "hostile" areas of our world. But Jesus came into our world to redeem it. We are sent out to the entire world. We must go and represent our Jesus around the world.
Start to cover the globe today, be a global Christian!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will continue to open your eyes through prayer, scope, love, and wisdom.
On The Go Prayer Focus: Those who need to make decisions for Christ as On The Go and the Keith Cook Team shares the Gospel around the world. Pray that they will hear a clear message about Christ, that the Holy Spirit will move them to a point of decision and that they will be bold enough to publicly respond for Christ.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 24, 2017
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Thursday, November 23, 2017
THANKS-LIVING part 2 of 2
THANKS-LIVING part 2 of 2 by Keith Cook
"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus" Philippians 2:5
Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your time with your friends and family. God is with you. If you missed part one of this devotion on Thanks-living go to our web site www.onthego.org for a full copy.
12. THANK GOD FOR USING YOU IN EVERY PLACE AND EVERY WAY
"Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place." 2 Corinthians 2:14
God wants to use you to help people around you. He will give you knowledge and wisdom. Ask Him for divine wisdom and provision. God can use you in the office, at school, at home, in ways way beyond your human capacity. Thank Him for this honor.
13. THANK GOD FOR GOOD FRIENDS WHO SHOW THEY CARE
"But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you." 2 Corinthians 8:16
God has blessed you with friends and family who encourage and inspire you to live for God and excel in life. Thank God for each of them. Do not be afraid of sharing with others. It will help you expand your ministry and service to God.
People working together get more done than those going through situations alone.
14. THANK GOD FOR HIS DIVINE GIFT
"Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift." 2 Corinthians 9:15
The gift you have been given is inexpressible. Words cannot describe this gift or its importance to you. When Jesus came and paid the penalty for your sin on the cross you were given the capacity to receive this ultimate gift. Thank God for this gift of life in Jesus.
15. THANK GOD FOR THOSE DOING GOOD
"For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God;" 1 Thessalonians 3:9
Thank God for all the Missionaries and Ministries that are working for the Kingdom around the globe. They deserve your praise and thanks. Thank God and think of them often. You can join them in service. You can support their service by volunteering or by giving to their needs. Thank the Lord for these Saints.
16. THANK GOD IN ALL THINGS
"In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Many things in life are not fair. The Bible says it rains on the just and the unjust. It is hard to thank God in the middle of pain and tragedy but it helps heal us and get us through the situation. Thank God for His love and comfort. Thank Him for knowing how to get you through all that you are going through.
17. THANK GOD FOR GIVING US AN INHERITANCE
"Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:" Colossians 1:12
Heaven is awaiting all who know Christ. You can thank Him for all He has for you in Heaven. Jesus has gone to prepare a place for you. This place is not like any in this world. In Heaven you will have no pain, no sorrow. There will be no more problems to solve. There will be no more bills to pay. Thank God for this inheritance that Jesus provided for you.
18. THANK GOD YOU CAN WORK FOR HIM
"And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him." Colossians 3:17
There is great joy in being able to work and live up to all the potential God has for you. He has a plan for you and wants your life to be productive. There is no way to lose in life if Jesus is your way, your truth, and life.
19. THANK GOD CHRISTIANS ARE ALL BOUND TOGETHER IN ONE BIG FAMILY
"But we are bound to give thanks always to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:" 2 Thessalonians 2:13
God has given many unique and special manifestations of His church in this world. Do not be afraid to thank him for your friends in other Christian churches and ministries. All who call on Christ are in the same family. You do not have to give up your uniqueness in order to appreciate their value to Christ's cause. Thank God for the family.
20. THANK GOD FOR THE HONOR OF PRAYING FOR ALL MEN
"I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;" 1 Timothy 2:1
God wants you to pray for those in authority over you as well as those who do not call on the name of Jesus. The Muslims, Buddhists, Jews, Mormons, Spiritists, New Agers, Atheists. He wants you to pray for their needs, appreciate them, honor them and seek to win them. This is a great honor. Thank Him for entrusting you with this worthy call to pray.
Of course you are to especially pray for believers. Pray for their needs. Pray for them to have confidence to do what God is calling them to do.
21. THANK GOD NOT JUST ON THANKSGIVING or SUNDAYS
"By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name." Hebrews 13:15
Thanks-living is a 365-day a year job of every Christian. Everyone should be thankful to God for all He does for them and show their thankfulness everyday.
22. THANK GOD FOREVER
"Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord God Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned." Revelation 11:17
One day you will live forever in Heaven. You will join the angels is praising God for eternity. Why not practice being in Heaven today by thanking God for all He has done for you.
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank God for all He has given you today.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Families of the On The Go staff. Pray for their emotions, finances, safety, wisdom, and spiritual health.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 23, 2017
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2017 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
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"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus" Philippians 2:5
Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your time with your friends and family. God is with you. If you missed part one of this devotion on Thanks-living go to our web site www.onthego.org for a full copy.
12. THANK GOD FOR USING YOU IN EVERY PLACE AND EVERY WAY
"Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place." 2 Corinthians 2:14
God wants to use you to help people around you. He will give you knowledge and wisdom. Ask Him for divine wisdom and provision. God can use you in the office, at school, at home, in ways way beyond your human capacity. Thank Him for this honor.
13. THANK GOD FOR GOOD FRIENDS WHO SHOW THEY CARE
"But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you." 2 Corinthians 8:16
God has blessed you with friends and family who encourage and inspire you to live for God and excel in life. Thank God for each of them. Do not be afraid of sharing with others. It will help you expand your ministry and service to God.
People working together get more done than those going through situations alone.
14. THANK GOD FOR HIS DIVINE GIFT
"Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift." 2 Corinthians 9:15
The gift you have been given is inexpressible. Words cannot describe this gift or its importance to you. When Jesus came and paid the penalty for your sin on the cross you were given the capacity to receive this ultimate gift. Thank God for this gift of life in Jesus.
15. THANK GOD FOR THOSE DOING GOOD
"For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God;" 1 Thessalonians 3:9
Thank God for all the Missionaries and Ministries that are working for the Kingdom around the globe. They deserve your praise and thanks. Thank God and think of them often. You can join them in service. You can support their service by volunteering or by giving to their needs. Thank the Lord for these Saints.
16. THANK GOD IN ALL THINGS
"In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Many things in life are not fair. The Bible says it rains on the just and the unjust. It is hard to thank God in the middle of pain and tragedy but it helps heal us and get us through the situation. Thank God for His love and comfort. Thank Him for knowing how to get you through all that you are going through.
17. THANK GOD FOR GIVING US AN INHERITANCE
"Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:" Colossians 1:12
Heaven is awaiting all who know Christ. You can thank Him for all He has for you in Heaven. Jesus has gone to prepare a place for you. This place is not like any in this world. In Heaven you will have no pain, no sorrow. There will be no more problems to solve. There will be no more bills to pay. Thank God for this inheritance that Jesus provided for you.
18. THANK GOD YOU CAN WORK FOR HIM
"And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him." Colossians 3:17
There is great joy in being able to work and live up to all the potential God has for you. He has a plan for you and wants your life to be productive. There is no way to lose in life if Jesus is your way, your truth, and life.
19. THANK GOD CHRISTIANS ARE ALL BOUND TOGETHER IN ONE BIG FAMILY
"But we are bound to give thanks always to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:" 2 Thessalonians 2:13
God has given many unique and special manifestations of His church in this world. Do not be afraid to thank him for your friends in other Christian churches and ministries. All who call on Christ are in the same family. You do not have to give up your uniqueness in order to appreciate their value to Christ's cause. Thank God for the family.
20. THANK GOD FOR THE HONOR OF PRAYING FOR ALL MEN
"I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;" 1 Timothy 2:1
God wants you to pray for those in authority over you as well as those who do not call on the name of Jesus. The Muslims, Buddhists, Jews, Mormons, Spiritists, New Agers, Atheists. He wants you to pray for their needs, appreciate them, honor them and seek to win them. This is a great honor. Thank Him for entrusting you with this worthy call to pray.
Of course you are to especially pray for believers. Pray for their needs. Pray for them to have confidence to do what God is calling them to do.
21. THANK GOD NOT JUST ON THANKSGIVING or SUNDAYS
"By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name." Hebrews 13:15
Thanks-living is a 365-day a year job of every Christian. Everyone should be thankful to God for all He does for them and show their thankfulness everyday.
22. THANK GOD FOREVER
"Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord God Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned." Revelation 11:17
One day you will live forever in Heaven. You will join the angels is praising God for eternity. Why not practice being in Heaven today by thanking God for all He has done for you.
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank God for all He has given you today.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Families of the On The Go staff. Pray for their emotions, finances, safety, wisdom, and spiritual health.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 23, 2017
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2017 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
P.O. Box 963, Springfield, TN 37172, (615) 299-0222, www.onthego.org
E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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Wednesday, November 22, 2017
THANKS-LIVING part 1 of 2
THANKS-LIVING part 1 of 2 by Keith Cook
For the next two days I want to lead you in a time of thanks to God. Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your time with your friends and family. God is with you.
1. THANK GOD BY GIVING HIM CREDIT FOR WHAT HE HAS DONE
"Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people." 1 Chronicles 16:8
Pride leads to claiming credit for things we have not done or earned. Let Jesus have the glory in all that He has done for you. He has given life, health, security, provisions, and peace.
2. THANK GOD IN SONG
"And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the LORD; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid." Ezra 3:11
A cheerful heart is a blessing. Downcast and bitter lives bring defeat and sorrow. Praise and honor your Christ by your words, expressions, and even with a joyful song.
3. THANK GOD IN THE MARKETPLACE
"Therefore will I give thanks unto thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and sing praises unto thy name." Psalms 18:49, 2 Samuel 22:50
Give Him credit for success and favor. The unbeliever or even the backslider that you work with needs to be reminded that God gives and God takes away. They need your positive expression of your faith and your constant admission and reminder that Jesus is directing your life. You are the best advertisement that most of your peers will ever see for a real Christian. Reflect all of Him.
4. THANK GOD UNTIL THE END
"To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever." Psalms 30:12
Never stop thanking God. Thank Him all through your life. Not just when you are young or when you are in success. Thank Him in every way, every day.
5. THANK GOD BY CELEBRATING COMMUNITY WITH OTHER BELIEVERS
"I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people." Psalms 35:18
Going to church and to Christian events helps you grow in Christ. You also help the faithful by your presence. You may inspire many people, both young and old. Do not give in to the temptation to go it alone. We are called to work and worship with others. It honors God when we do.
6. THANK GOD BY SHARING WHAT HE HAS DONE FOR YOU
"O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people." Psalms 105:1
Make sure you ask God for the desires and needs of your life. Do not be afraid to talk with God about every area of your life. Let Him in on the small things. Do not be afraid of letting others know how kind and good following Jesus really is. God wants to work on your behalf.
7. THANK GOD FOR HIS GOODNESS AND MERCY
"Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever." Psalms 106:1
God's hand of mercy is on us all the days of our lives. Thank Him for sparing you from danger and directing your steps. He has been good to you. Do not forget all that He does for you. The air you breathe, the family you have, the skills you have been given are all from God.
8. THANK GOD FROM HOLINESS
"Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence." Psalms 140:13
In order to really thank God you have to be living for Him in your public and private life. Live Holy and you will have much to thank God for. Live for self and in sin and you will forfeit most of your benefits in Christ.
9. THANK HIM EVEN WHEN IT MAY COST YOU
"Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime." Daniel 6:10
There are going to be times when your desire to serve and praise God will cost you. Even if serving God is politically or socially incorrect the command has been given to thank Him. Daniel knew the secret of thanking God in the midst of hard situations. He did not stop praising God even though the law said it was illegal.
10. THANK HIM WHEN YOU NEED A MIRACLE FOR WHAT YOU HAVE IN YOUR HAND
"And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude." Matthew 15:36
When you need God to come through for you make sure you look for the things He has given you. God often makes you be a part of the answer to your prayer. Your joy and thankfulness will be great when God allows you to see His mighty hand work through you.
11. THANK GOD FOR HIS VICTORY IN JESUS
"But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 15:57
When you and Jesus show up in a situation you win. God will lead you in the victory you need over every situation. Thank Him for victory over sins, habits, situations, and needs. God has won, in Christ, a mighty victory. Positive thinking nor material prosperity have anything to do with victory. Victory comes from living in His victory all the time.
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank God for all He has given you today.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The follow-up of inquirers who come publicly and make decisions for Christ, write in for materials to grow in Christ, or who visit our website looking for help in following Christ. Pray for local believers, churches, parents, and friends who all will be used of God to nurture each and every one to maturity in Christ.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 22, 2017
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2017 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
P.O. Box 963, Springfield, TN 37172, (615) 299-0222, www.onthego.org
E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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For the next two days I want to lead you in a time of thanks to God. Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your time with your friends and family. God is with you.
1. THANK GOD BY GIVING HIM CREDIT FOR WHAT HE HAS DONE
"Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people." 1 Chronicles 16:8
Pride leads to claiming credit for things we have not done or earned. Let Jesus have the glory in all that He has done for you. He has given life, health, security, provisions, and peace.
2. THANK GOD IN SONG
"And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the LORD; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid." Ezra 3:11
A cheerful heart is a blessing. Downcast and bitter lives bring defeat and sorrow. Praise and honor your Christ by your words, expressions, and even with a joyful song.
3. THANK GOD IN THE MARKETPLACE
"Therefore will I give thanks unto thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and sing praises unto thy name." Psalms 18:49, 2 Samuel 22:50
Give Him credit for success and favor. The unbeliever or even the backslider that you work with needs to be reminded that God gives and God takes away. They need your positive expression of your faith and your constant admission and reminder that Jesus is directing your life. You are the best advertisement that most of your peers will ever see for a real Christian. Reflect all of Him.
4. THANK GOD UNTIL THE END
"To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever." Psalms 30:12
Never stop thanking God. Thank Him all through your life. Not just when you are young or when you are in success. Thank Him in every way, every day.
5. THANK GOD BY CELEBRATING COMMUNITY WITH OTHER BELIEVERS
"I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people." Psalms 35:18
Going to church and to Christian events helps you grow in Christ. You also help the faithful by your presence. You may inspire many people, both young and old. Do not give in to the temptation to go it alone. We are called to work and worship with others. It honors God when we do.
6. THANK GOD BY SHARING WHAT HE HAS DONE FOR YOU
"O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people." Psalms 105:1
Make sure you ask God for the desires and needs of your life. Do not be afraid to talk with God about every area of your life. Let Him in on the small things. Do not be afraid of letting others know how kind and good following Jesus really is. God wants to work on your behalf.
7. THANK GOD FOR HIS GOODNESS AND MERCY
"Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever." Psalms 106:1
God's hand of mercy is on us all the days of our lives. Thank Him for sparing you from danger and directing your steps. He has been good to you. Do not forget all that He does for you. The air you breathe, the family you have, the skills you have been given are all from God.
8. THANK GOD FROM HOLINESS
"Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence." Psalms 140:13
In order to really thank God you have to be living for Him in your public and private life. Live Holy and you will have much to thank God for. Live for self and in sin and you will forfeit most of your benefits in Christ.
9. THANK HIM EVEN WHEN IT MAY COST YOU
"Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime." Daniel 6:10
There are going to be times when your desire to serve and praise God will cost you. Even if serving God is politically or socially incorrect the command has been given to thank Him. Daniel knew the secret of thanking God in the midst of hard situations. He did not stop praising God even though the law said it was illegal.
10. THANK HIM WHEN YOU NEED A MIRACLE FOR WHAT YOU HAVE IN YOUR HAND
"And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude." Matthew 15:36
When you need God to come through for you make sure you look for the things He has given you. God often makes you be a part of the answer to your prayer. Your joy and thankfulness will be great when God allows you to see His mighty hand work through you.
11. THANK GOD FOR HIS VICTORY IN JESUS
"But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 15:57
When you and Jesus show up in a situation you win. God will lead you in the victory you need over every situation. Thank Him for victory over sins, habits, situations, and needs. God has won, in Christ, a mighty victory. Positive thinking nor material prosperity have anything to do with victory. Victory comes from living in His victory all the time.
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank God for all He has given you today.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The follow-up of inquirers who come publicly and make decisions for Christ, write in for materials to grow in Christ, or who visit our website looking for help in following Christ. Pray for local believers, churches, parents, and friends who all will be used of God to nurture each and every one to maturity in Christ.
Thank you for taking the time to pray for this important division of On The Go Ministries. For more information on any our ministries here at On The Go, you may send your questions to info@onthego.org.
On The Go Daily Devotion for November 22, 2017
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2017 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
P.O. Box 963, Springfield, TN 37172, (615) 299-0222, www.onthego.org
E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
Send E-zine questions or comments to: ezines@onthego.org
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