Be Confident by David Brandon
News Event: Pray for Ben and Mary Bahati, Evangelists in Kenya. Ben was in a very bad car accident and sincerely needs our prayers! Ben neck was broken and currently is paralyzed from the waist down. Pray for Divine Healing for Ben and God's Provision for Ben and Mary and their three children, as well as the entire Global Field Evangelism Team! Specifically right now they are trying to move him from Eldoret to a Nairobi Hospital. We Serve a Mighty God, and He is Able to Bring Healing, Strength, and Direction to each need that they have!
"For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6
A number of years ago Keith and I were in Korea holding crusades. We saw God work in a mighty way, but as a young minister I had many questions and struggles. The most pressing was my uncertainty of whether or not I would make it in ministry.
On the way home there was a lay over in Tokyo, Japan. While there I took a walk to pray and read the Bible. My spirit was burdened deeply about the uncertainty of my future. My new testament opened to Philippians 1:6.
It was as if the words leaped off the page and into my heart. I was flooded with joy and a new confidence that what God had started in my live He would finish.
Over the years when I struggle with a new problem I recall today's scripture, then I am able to move forward with confidence that God would keep His word and see me through whatever came my way.
Confidence comes from standing on God's word and putting full trust in His faithfulness to do the work, His work, in me.
God is doing a great work in you! Be confident He's with you. He'll do it.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for confidence!
On The Go Prayer Focus: All the local churches, committees, and leaders who will be working with On The Go Ministries and the Keith Cook Team in creative outreach efforts in the United States and around the world. Again, we ask you to specifically pray for Ben and Mary Bahati and God's Divine Intervention on their behalf.
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 August 31, 2014
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Copyright (c) 2007, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
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Sunday, August 31, 2014
Saturday, August 30, 2014
The Glory of God
The Glory of God by Joan Cook
"The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handywork." Psalm 19:1
I love to go to the beach. It is my favorite place in the entire world to go on vacation. It is a very relaxing place for me. I love to sit on the sand at twilight and listen and watch as the waves break and crash on shore. My husband, Keith, on the other hand loves the mountains. He loves to go to a little cabin nestled in the middle of the mountains and get alone with the Lord. The majesty and grandness of the mountains makes him feel like he's almost touching heaven.
God is so good to us to have created all of this beauty for us to enjoy! For those who say they do not believe in God or say that they believe the world just came into being because of a cosmic boom must be physically blind. The Bible says in Psalm 19 that the heavens declare His glory and the earth shows all of His handiwork! All we have to do is look around to see the wonderful and awesome power and work of God.
Daily Prayer Focus: Take the time today to observe the beauty the Lord has created for us to enjoy!
On The Go Prayer Focus: Keith Cook, Joan Cook, the U.S.A. Staff, and On The Go Board of Directors, as they add leadership and direction for the ongoing ministries of the Keith Cook Team and On The Go.
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 August 30, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 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
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E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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"The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handywork." Psalm 19:1
I love to go to the beach. It is my favorite place in the entire world to go on vacation. It is a very relaxing place for me. I love to sit on the sand at twilight and listen and watch as the waves break and crash on shore. My husband, Keith, on the other hand loves the mountains. He loves to go to a little cabin nestled in the middle of the mountains and get alone with the Lord. The majesty and grandness of the mountains makes him feel like he's almost touching heaven.
God is so good to us to have created all of this beauty for us to enjoy! For those who say they do not believe in God or say that they believe the world just came into being because of a cosmic boom must be physically blind. The Bible says in Psalm 19 that the heavens declare His glory and the earth shows all of His handiwork! All we have to do is look around to see the wonderful and awesome power and work of God.
Daily Prayer Focus: Take the time today to observe the beauty the Lord has created for us to enjoy!
On The Go Prayer Focus: Keith Cook, Joan Cook, the U.S.A. Staff, and On The Go Board of Directors, as they add leadership and direction for the ongoing ministries of the Keith Cook Team and On The Go.
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 August 30, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 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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Friday, August 29, 2014
Close Encounter
Close Encounter by Keith Cook
News Event: Keith and Joan will be ministering in Nigeria on September 6-16, 2014. God is opening many doors for them to train evangelists who will then go out and reach their nation for Christ. Please pray for the project and for visas, travel mercies, strength, and Divine Intervention for the team and each evangelist we will be ministering to.
"Bear one another's burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For each one shall bear his own load." Galatians 6:2, 5
A close encounter implies coming along side another person with the intention to help bear their burden and not leave them or quit till the task is done. Everyday you come in contact with children, church leaders, lost people, co-workers, relatives, and friends! You can have numerous close encounters.
When you help someone you share a part of yourself. You give your time, talents, love, and energy to help them succeed or live as God would have them live.
When you give encouragement to another Christian you also share in the rewards of their service and efforts. These blessings are not always obvious to an outsider, but in your heart you will receive joy and satisfaction in being used by God to help another. Sometimes the Lord will even let you see positive, obvious, tangible results of your service.
If you have looked with the eyes of love then God has shown you some people you need to come alongside to help them bear their burdens. You are called to take the time and make the effort to meet the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of those you have come in contact with.
As you desire a closer relationship with Jesus, you will also desire to come close with those He brings across your path.
Close Encounter List: (List the individuals God has placed on your heart)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
After you make your list ask God what He would have you do to help, encourage or simply comfort each of those on your list.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Safety In Travel for each On The Go staffer and GoTeam volunteer.
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 August 29, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2003, 2014 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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After registering online you will receive an e-mail asking you to confirm your subscription request, and you simply reply to that e-mail. Thank you and God bless.
News Event: Keith and Joan will be ministering in Nigeria on September 6-16, 2014. God is opening many doors for them to train evangelists who will then go out and reach their nation for Christ. Please pray for the project and for visas, travel mercies, strength, and Divine Intervention for the team and each evangelist we will be ministering to.
"Bear one another's burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For each one shall bear his own load." Galatians 6:2, 5
A close encounter implies coming along side another person with the intention to help bear their burden and not leave them or quit till the task is done. Everyday you come in contact with children, church leaders, lost people, co-workers, relatives, and friends! You can have numerous close encounters.
When you help someone you share a part of yourself. You give your time, talents, love, and energy to help them succeed or live as God would have them live.
When you give encouragement to another Christian you also share in the rewards of their service and efforts. These blessings are not always obvious to an outsider, but in your heart you will receive joy and satisfaction in being used by God to help another. Sometimes the Lord will even let you see positive, obvious, tangible results of your service.
If you have looked with the eyes of love then God has shown you some people you need to come alongside to help them bear their burdens. You are called to take the time and make the effort to meet the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of those you have come in contact with.
As you desire a closer relationship with Jesus, you will also desire to come close with those He brings across your path.
Close Encounter List: (List the individuals God has placed on your heart)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
After you make your list ask God what He would have you do to help, encourage or simply comfort each of those on your list.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Safety In Travel for each On The Go staffer and GoTeam volunteer.
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 August 29, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2003, 2014 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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Thursday, August 28, 2014
Witnessing to Disaster Stricken
Witnessing to Disaster Stricken by Keith Cook
"In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried to my God: and he did hear my voice out of his temple, and my cry did enter into his ears." 2 Samuel 22:7
With all the news about storms and disasters looming over parts of our nation, I thought it would be good to look at how to minister in times like this. Servants of Jesus Christ must be able to go to where the people are and must arrive prepared to minister to people who find themselves in many unique and often difficult situations. As you seek to be led by the Spirit you will find yourself needing to arrive prepared to minister and comfort real people with real problems. Here are some simple suggestions for ministering to hurting people.
1. Be Alert - Pay attention to outward signs of neglect, abuse, need, or problems. Long before the physical storms have come many emotional and physical storms have already hit. Be alert to old scars that God may show you and help at that point of need also.
2. Don't Play God - Don't run ahead of God, or try to fix all their problems in the flesh. Hear from God and follow His direction. Guard your heart and emotions. Do not let circumstances or emotions direct you. Let God. Meeting one need in Jesus name is better than not meeting any. Christ is in control and will use the entire body of Christ to help.
3. Focus On First Things First - Focus on one physical need and one spiritual need at a time. People with enormous needs can be overwhelmed with too many options at one time. They may be in emotional and physical shock. Work on basic needs first or the most vocal need they may be expressing. Their desire for knowledge and information should be a primary concern. Assure them they are as safe as they possibly could be and that God is directing their recovery, not just you or the authorities.
4. Get Real Help - Don't get in over your head. It is not a sin to use professionals and agencies that will provide total ministry. Letting the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Samaritans Purse, local hospitals, police, or even another ministry meet a need is just as spiritual and needed as going it alone. Together we all can get more done than by ourselves!
5. Do not judge them or on the other hand condone any of their past actions or problems. You just speak a word about Jesus or meet a need. People come unglued during times of crisis. They yell at their children, strike out at caregivers, curse God, and do and say things they normally would never do or say. Just love them. Care for them. Comfort them. God has given you a healing salve to pour on their life. Pour!
6. Make Sure You Minister - If God has placed you in this situation you are there to minister to them. Be bold and sensitive at the same time. Do not neglect the spiritual duty you have to bring Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit to the situation. Human resources alone cannot solve their problems. While God did not bring this disaster to them He can lead them through it. You are there as a Christian minister. Share Christ, not humanism. Share the love of Jesus, not the philosophy of man. God has a plan for their life - they, like everyone, have sinned against God - Jesus is God's way to salvation - come to Christ and let Him be the savior they need.
7. Be Realistic - Expect difficulties, expect abuse, confrontations, questions, misjudging your motives, and for them to even be suspicious. Because of the abuse of the press and media at attacking the church and para-church groups, many in our culture think all Christians are out to get money from them or abuse them. Everyone will not accept your love and help. Some, who desperately need your assistance, will walk on by because of preconceived ideas they have about you or the church. With that in mind it is important to share Christ and the work of the Lord in a casual way. Never push your faith on anyone. Look for natural and spirit directed doors of opportunity. Divine appointments are obvious and never result in confusion.
8. Be Spiritually Prepared - Know what you believe and what the Bible has to say about sin, love, forgiveness, tragedy, addictions, hope, recovery, reconciliation, and the consequences of sin and not getting right with God. When Christ leads you in a conversation it is good to have resources stored up in your heart and mind. You get spiritually prepared when you take time to study the Word of God, read Christian materials and books, search out Christian internet sites, go to Christian seminars and lectures, and spend time in prayer. Ask questions, read, research, dig deep. You are a representative of King Jesus!
9. Be Smart - If you are sharing as a member of a church group or outreach team remember to stay close to your group. In any kind of helping hand or spiritual counseling situation do not get in a situation where you are alone with strangers or are in a dangerous situation. Remember you are under a covering of that local church or ministry and do not neglect their rules and instructions. Thinking you are hearing from God and breaking rules and instructions doesn't honor Christ. Ask for permission to not follow normal guidelines and suggestions. Use your God given resources of experience, leadership, Lordship, and partnership to direct you in all you do.
10. It's A God Thing - Expect God to show up and do a work in the person's life. God will and can work through you to help them physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Trust Him to direct your steps and guard your path. Helping others in Jesus name is the ultimate ministry. Jesus was a helper also. He went around meeting needs as He saw them. If you ever need a guide to what to do when helping others look in the Bible and just do what Jesus did!
He went to the people - did not wait for them to come to Him.
He asked probing questions - saw where they really were and what they thought they needed.
He gave them hope as He shared the truth - He spoke to their real needs with insight and love.
He helped them - He always blessed the people by meeting their real needs.
Why not go today and seek the Lord and ask for permission and direction to help those who are suffering right now. If you do not know where to look to offer your assistance begin with your local pastor. You also can contact other Christian ministries who do these kinds of ministries. Our ministry has a whole department called, GoCare, that offers help and hope in Jesus name. Every outreach project we do has a GoCare worker on it to make sure we take the cup of cold water with us as we take the bread of life. May God bless you as you go into all the world for Jesus.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for individuals who have been affected by recent storms and floods. Pray for their strength, protection, and safety. Pray for Christian ministries involved in Disaster Relief.
Key Spiritual Aid and Emergency Links
Christian Emergency Network
http://www.centoday.com
Samaritan's Purse, Franklin & Billy Graham
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/home.asp
http://www.BillyGraham.org
Salvation Army
www.salvationarmyusa.org
Current Christian News
http://www.ccnews.org
Ready.gov
http://www.ready.gov/
CBN's Operation Blessing
http://www.ob.org/
http://www.ob.org/programs/disaster_relief/tips.asp (Disaster TIps)
National Hurricane Center
www.nhc.noaa.gov
AlertNet from Reuters
http://www.alertnet.org/
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief
http://www.namb.net/dr/
Disaster News Network
http://www.disasternews.net/
On The Go's GoCare Ministry
www.OnTheGo.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention & State Health Department Search
http://www.cdc.gov/
FirstGov Protection Information
http://www.firstgov.gov/
http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Usgresponse/Protect_Yourself.shtml
http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Usgresponse.shtml
Department of Homeland Security
http://www.dhs.gov/topic/disaster-response-and-recovery
How You Can Be Safer
http://www.citizencorps.gov/ready/
FEMA Preparedness Information
http://www.fema.gov/areyouready/
http://www.fema.gov/
Terrorism -- Preparing for the Unexpected (Red Cross)
http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/unexpected.html
Neighborhood Watch
http://www.usaonwatch.org/
National Safety Council
http://www.nsc.org/
Wire Services and News Channels
http://www.foxnews.com/ (FoxNews)
http://www.foxnews.com/topstories/ (Fox Newswire)
http://www.disasternews.net/ (Disaster News Network)
http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/wire/ (AP Wire)
http://www.cnn.com/ (CNN)
http://news.google.com/ (Google News)
http://www.reuters.com/ (Reuters)
http://www.upi.com/ (UPI)
http://www.USAToday.com (USAToday Newspaper)
Please take steps now to prepare for disasters. Important steps include: (courtesy ready.gov)
Making or Updating your Kit
• Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day)
• Non-perishable food
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Battery-powered radio
• Consider others needs unique to your family, such as diapers, medications, etc. Continue on to www.Ready.gov to learn more.
• Bible (OTG)
Making a Family Plan
• Talk with household members. Make sure everyone knows where to meet and who to call in case you are separated.
• Be prepared to evacuate. Consider where you may go and make a plan for your pets. They are not permitted in most emergency shelters.
• Gather necessary emergency numbers and important papers.
• Prepare to secure your property, such as bringing in outdoor furniture and shutting off utilities. Protect your windows.
• Make sure everyone in your family is prepared to meet the Lord and can share with others how they can know Christ! (OTG)
Being Informed
• The most important thing you can do is follow the instructions of local emergency officials. If you are asked to evacuate, please do so.
• Keep tuned to local radio or television stations for information from emergency officials.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for Disaster Relief Efforts across the United States and Around The World.
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 August 28, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2005, 2014 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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"In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried to my God: and he did hear my voice out of his temple, and my cry did enter into his ears." 2 Samuel 22:7
With all the news about storms and disasters looming over parts of our nation, I thought it would be good to look at how to minister in times like this. Servants of Jesus Christ must be able to go to where the people are and must arrive prepared to minister to people who find themselves in many unique and often difficult situations. As you seek to be led by the Spirit you will find yourself needing to arrive prepared to minister and comfort real people with real problems. Here are some simple suggestions for ministering to hurting people.
1. Be Alert - Pay attention to outward signs of neglect, abuse, need, or problems. Long before the physical storms have come many emotional and physical storms have already hit. Be alert to old scars that God may show you and help at that point of need also.
2. Don't Play God - Don't run ahead of God, or try to fix all their problems in the flesh. Hear from God and follow His direction. Guard your heart and emotions. Do not let circumstances or emotions direct you. Let God. Meeting one need in Jesus name is better than not meeting any. Christ is in control and will use the entire body of Christ to help.
3. Focus On First Things First - Focus on one physical need and one spiritual need at a time. People with enormous needs can be overwhelmed with too many options at one time. They may be in emotional and physical shock. Work on basic needs first or the most vocal need they may be expressing. Their desire for knowledge and information should be a primary concern. Assure them they are as safe as they possibly could be and that God is directing their recovery, not just you or the authorities.
4. Get Real Help - Don't get in over your head. It is not a sin to use professionals and agencies that will provide total ministry. Letting the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Samaritans Purse, local hospitals, police, or even another ministry meet a need is just as spiritual and needed as going it alone. Together we all can get more done than by ourselves!
5. Do not judge them or on the other hand condone any of their past actions or problems. You just speak a word about Jesus or meet a need. People come unglued during times of crisis. They yell at their children, strike out at caregivers, curse God, and do and say things they normally would never do or say. Just love them. Care for them. Comfort them. God has given you a healing salve to pour on their life. Pour!
6. Make Sure You Minister - If God has placed you in this situation you are there to minister to them. Be bold and sensitive at the same time. Do not neglect the spiritual duty you have to bring Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit to the situation. Human resources alone cannot solve their problems. While God did not bring this disaster to them He can lead them through it. You are there as a Christian minister. Share Christ, not humanism. Share the love of Jesus, not the philosophy of man. God has a plan for their life - they, like everyone, have sinned against God - Jesus is God's way to salvation - come to Christ and let Him be the savior they need.
7. Be Realistic - Expect difficulties, expect abuse, confrontations, questions, misjudging your motives, and for them to even be suspicious. Because of the abuse of the press and media at attacking the church and para-church groups, many in our culture think all Christians are out to get money from them or abuse them. Everyone will not accept your love and help. Some, who desperately need your assistance, will walk on by because of preconceived ideas they have about you or the church. With that in mind it is important to share Christ and the work of the Lord in a casual way. Never push your faith on anyone. Look for natural and spirit directed doors of opportunity. Divine appointments are obvious and never result in confusion.
8. Be Spiritually Prepared - Know what you believe and what the Bible has to say about sin, love, forgiveness, tragedy, addictions, hope, recovery, reconciliation, and the consequences of sin and not getting right with God. When Christ leads you in a conversation it is good to have resources stored up in your heart and mind. You get spiritually prepared when you take time to study the Word of God, read Christian materials and books, search out Christian internet sites, go to Christian seminars and lectures, and spend time in prayer. Ask questions, read, research, dig deep. You are a representative of King Jesus!
9. Be Smart - If you are sharing as a member of a church group or outreach team remember to stay close to your group. In any kind of helping hand or spiritual counseling situation do not get in a situation where you are alone with strangers or are in a dangerous situation. Remember you are under a covering of that local church or ministry and do not neglect their rules and instructions. Thinking you are hearing from God and breaking rules and instructions doesn't honor Christ. Ask for permission to not follow normal guidelines and suggestions. Use your God given resources of experience, leadership, Lordship, and partnership to direct you in all you do.
10. It's A God Thing - Expect God to show up and do a work in the person's life. God will and can work through you to help them physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Trust Him to direct your steps and guard your path. Helping others in Jesus name is the ultimate ministry. Jesus was a helper also. He went around meeting needs as He saw them. If you ever need a guide to what to do when helping others look in the Bible and just do what Jesus did!
He went to the people - did not wait for them to come to Him.
He asked probing questions - saw where they really were and what they thought they needed.
He gave them hope as He shared the truth - He spoke to their real needs with insight and love.
He helped them - He always blessed the people by meeting their real needs.
Why not go today and seek the Lord and ask for permission and direction to help those who are suffering right now. If you do not know where to look to offer your assistance begin with your local pastor. You also can contact other Christian ministries who do these kinds of ministries. Our ministry has a whole department called, GoCare, that offers help and hope in Jesus name. Every outreach project we do has a GoCare worker on it to make sure we take the cup of cold water with us as we take the bread of life. May God bless you as you go into all the world for Jesus.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for individuals who have been affected by recent storms and floods. Pray for their strength, protection, and safety. Pray for Christian ministries involved in Disaster Relief.
Key Spiritual Aid and Emergency Links
Christian Emergency Network
http://www.centoday.com
Samaritan's Purse, Franklin & Billy Graham
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/home.asp
http://www.BillyGraham.org
Salvation Army
www.salvationarmyusa.org
Current Christian News
http://www.ccnews.org
Ready.gov
http://www.ready.gov/
CBN's Operation Blessing
http://www.ob.org/
http://www.ob.org/programs/disaster_relief/tips.asp (Disaster TIps)
National Hurricane Center
www.nhc.noaa.gov
AlertNet from Reuters
http://www.alertnet.org/
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief
http://www.namb.net/dr/
Disaster News Network
http://www.disasternews.net/
On The Go's GoCare Ministry
www.OnTheGo.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention & State Health Department Search
http://www.cdc.gov/
FirstGov Protection Information
http://www.firstgov.gov/
http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Usgresponse/Protect_Yourself.shtml
http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Usgresponse.shtml
Department of Homeland Security
http://www.dhs.gov/topic/disaster-response-and-recovery
How You Can Be Safer
http://www.citizencorps.gov/ready/
FEMA Preparedness Information
http://www.fema.gov/areyouready/
http://www.fema.gov/
Terrorism -- Preparing for the Unexpected (Red Cross)
http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/unexpected.html
Neighborhood Watch
http://www.usaonwatch.org/
National Safety Council
http://www.nsc.org/
Wire Services and News Channels
http://www.foxnews.com/ (FoxNews)
http://www.foxnews.com/topstories/ (Fox Newswire)
http://www.disasternews.net/ (Disaster News Network)
http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/wire/ (AP Wire)
http://www.cnn.com/ (CNN)
http://news.google.com/ (Google News)
http://www.reuters.com/ (Reuters)
http://www.upi.com/ (UPI)
http://www.USAToday.com (USAToday Newspaper)
Please take steps now to prepare for disasters. Important steps include: (courtesy ready.gov)
Making or Updating your Kit
• Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day)
• Non-perishable food
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Battery-powered radio
• Consider others needs unique to your family, such as diapers, medications, etc. Continue on to www.Ready.gov to learn more.
• Bible (OTG)
Making a Family Plan
• Talk with household members. Make sure everyone knows where to meet and who to call in case you are separated.
• Be prepared to evacuate. Consider where you may go and make a plan for your pets. They are not permitted in most emergency shelters.
• Gather necessary emergency numbers and important papers.
• Prepare to secure your property, such as bringing in outdoor furniture and shutting off utilities. Protect your windows.
• Make sure everyone in your family is prepared to meet the Lord and can share with others how they can know Christ! (OTG)
Being Informed
• The most important thing you can do is follow the instructions of local emergency officials. If you are asked to evacuate, please do so.
• Keep tuned to local radio or television stations for information from emergency officials.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for Disaster Relief Efforts across the United States and Around The World.
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 August 28, 2014
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Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Jesus Does Not Change
Jesus Does Not Change By Keith Cook
In Hebrews 13:8, the Bible says, "Jesus Christ is the same" When? "Yesterday, Today, and Forever."
Say to yourself, "Yesterday, Today, and Forever". He is the same. He does not change. The calendar changes, the clock changes, the century changes, everything about our culture may change, but God says, "I have not changed." Period. No explanation is needed.
Not too long ago, I was talking with a pastor from Nevada about our world and culture. We were in his office talking about how our culture seems to be going crazy. It may seem like people today are living more for themselves than ever before, yet Jesus Christ is the same. CEO's may swindle millions from corporations, accountants may mishandle funds, politicians may rant and rave for selfish political reasons, but Jesus stays the same. We can count on Him! He will always steer us straight. He will always represent the truth. He will always provide a way out of any of our mistakes and give us hope for our future.
Daily Prayer focus: Right now ask Jesus to guide you today. He has blessed in the past and He will bless you again in the future. He has answered prayers in the past and His love will provide guidance again today. Ask Him. Trust Him. Talk to Him!
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 August 27, 2014
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In Hebrews 13:8, the Bible says, "Jesus Christ is the same" When? "Yesterday, Today, and Forever."
Say to yourself, "Yesterday, Today, and Forever". He is the same. He does not change. The calendar changes, the clock changes, the century changes, everything about our culture may change, but God says, "I have not changed." Period. No explanation is needed.
Not too long ago, I was talking with a pastor from Nevada about our world and culture. We were in his office talking about how our culture seems to be going crazy. It may seem like people today are living more for themselves than ever before, yet Jesus Christ is the same. CEO's may swindle millions from corporations, accountants may mishandle funds, politicians may rant and rave for selfish political reasons, but Jesus stays the same. We can count on Him! He will always steer us straight. He will always represent the truth. He will always provide a way out of any of our mistakes and give us hope for our future.
Daily Prayer focus: Right now ask Jesus to guide you today. He has blessed in the past and He will bless you again in the future. He has answered prayers in the past and His love will provide guidance again today. Ask Him. Trust Him. Talk to Him!
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 August 27, 2014
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Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Every Detail
Every Detail by Joan Cook
"But the very hairs of your head are all numbered." Matthew 10:30
Recently, I received an email from a friend I'd like to share with you.
While attending a marriage seminar on communication, Bill and his wife, Sue, listened to the instructor declare, "It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other."
He then addressed the men, "Can you describe your wife's favorite flower?"
Bill leaned over, touched his wife's arm gently and whispered, "Pillsbury, All-Purpose, isn't it?"
While this story is amusing, I'm afraid it is all too often true!
We might not know the intricate details of our friends, families, or even spouse's lives, but guess what? God does! The Bible very clearly tells us that He knows us so well He has the hairs of our head numbered. If God knows how many, or perhaps few, hairs you might have, don't you think He is interested in every detail about our lives, no matter how big or how small!
What a mighty God we serve!
Daily Prayer Focus: Think on Him and His awesomeness today!
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 Devotion for August 26, 2014
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"But the very hairs of your head are all numbered." Matthew 10:30
Recently, I received an email from a friend I'd like to share with you.
While attending a marriage seminar on communication, Bill and his wife, Sue, listened to the instructor declare, "It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other."
He then addressed the men, "Can you describe your wife's favorite flower?"
Bill leaned over, touched his wife's arm gently and whispered, "Pillsbury, All-Purpose, isn't it?"
While this story is amusing, I'm afraid it is all too often true!
We might not know the intricate details of our friends, families, or even spouse's lives, but guess what? God does! The Bible very clearly tells us that He knows us so well He has the hairs of our head numbered. If God knows how many, or perhaps few, hairs you might have, don't you think He is interested in every detail about our lives, no matter how big or how small!
What a mighty God we serve!
Daily Prayer Focus: Think on Him and His awesomeness today!
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 Devotion for August 26, 2014
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Copyright (c) 2005, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
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Monday, August 25, 2014
Midnight Caller
Midnight Caller by Laurie McTier
"The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." John 10:10
Recently, I was getting ready for bed when all of sudden, outside, I heard brakes squealing and metal. I looked out of my bedroom window to see a dark car crashing into our fence, right next to my bedroom. I ran outside to make sure the driver was okay while calling Metro Police. But, before I could get outside, the driver sped away. Immediately, two neighbors came down to check to make sure that everyone was okay. My husband was out of town, so I was grateful for their help. They had seen the whole thing and agreed to be witnesses for the police report.
While accessing the damage of the fence, I noticed the license plate from the speeding car was right at the edge of the fence. Ten minutes later a young man walked into the yard. I thought he was coming to check on me, but he had another agenda. He came to grab the license plate! I tried to tell him that it was evidence and that the police were on the way. But that did not stop him. He knelt down, picked up the plate, and walked up the street. When the police arrived, we filled out a report, and then I gave him the address of the young man who came to get the plate.
Many emotions were running through my mind. My thoughts were racing through the incident and I was angry and upset. Immediately, God began to show me that He had protected my family and my home. The fence had served as a barrier so that the car had not hit my house and possibly injured me! God also reminded me of the following scripture..."Perfect Peace has he whose mind is stayed on Thee." (Isaiah 26:3)
As I began to share the incident with my husband, God reminded me that sometimes we get just a glimpse of how His protective hand is at work. He guides our every step, He protects His children from danger, and He provides for our every need. What a blessing to be called a Child of God!
Prayer Focus: Praise God for His WatchCare and Protection!
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 Devotion for August 25, 2014
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"The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." John 10:10
Recently, I was getting ready for bed when all of sudden, outside, I heard brakes squealing and metal. I looked out of my bedroom window to see a dark car crashing into our fence, right next to my bedroom. I ran outside to make sure the driver was okay while calling Metro Police. But, before I could get outside, the driver sped away. Immediately, two neighbors came down to check to make sure that everyone was okay. My husband was out of town, so I was grateful for their help. They had seen the whole thing and agreed to be witnesses for the police report.
While accessing the damage of the fence, I noticed the license plate from the speeding car was right at the edge of the fence. Ten minutes later a young man walked into the yard. I thought he was coming to check on me, but he had another agenda. He came to grab the license plate! I tried to tell him that it was evidence and that the police were on the way. But that did not stop him. He knelt down, picked up the plate, and walked up the street. When the police arrived, we filled out a report, and then I gave him the address of the young man who came to get the plate.
Many emotions were running through my mind. My thoughts were racing through the incident and I was angry and upset. Immediately, God began to show me that He had protected my family and my home. The fence had served as a barrier so that the car had not hit my house and possibly injured me! God also reminded me of the following scripture..."Perfect Peace has he whose mind is stayed on Thee." (Isaiah 26:3)
As I began to share the incident with my husband, God reminded me that sometimes we get just a glimpse of how His protective hand is at work. He guides our every step, He protects His children from danger, and He provides for our every need. What a blessing to be called a Child of God!
Prayer Focus: Praise God for His WatchCare and Protection!
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 Devotion for August 25, 2014
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Sunday, August 24, 2014
Faith Lessons
Faith Lessons by Keith Cook
"If we believe not, he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself." II Timothy 2:13
While preaching a crusade in New York, God showed me the most delightful little book. The title of the book is "Proving God". This book was printed in 1956. The author chronicles the faith experiences of the China Inland Mission, the great mission that was founded by J. Hudson Taylor.
In the forward J. Oswald Sanders noted several things that I thought would be interesting to you.
1. God will even use His enemies to fulfill His purposes
2. God is never taken by surprise
3. God is never too late
4. God will care for His children
5. God uses a variety of methods to supply our needs
As you go about your day, consider these faith lessons.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that today you will begin to exercise faith in every area of your life.
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 August 24, 2014
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"If we believe not, he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself." II Timothy 2:13
While preaching a crusade in New York, God showed me the most delightful little book. The title of the book is "Proving God". This book was printed in 1956. The author chronicles the faith experiences of the China Inland Mission, the great mission that was founded by J. Hudson Taylor.
In the forward J. Oswald Sanders noted several things that I thought would be interesting to you.
1. God will even use His enemies to fulfill His purposes
2. God is never taken by surprise
3. God is never too late
4. God will care for His children
5. God uses a variety of methods to supply our needs
As you go about your day, consider these faith lessons.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that today you will begin to exercise faith in every area of your life.
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 August 24, 2014
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Saturday, August 23, 2014
Does It Have To Be One Of Those Days?
Does It Have To Be One Of Those Days? By Keith Cook
"Our help is in the name of the Lord God, who made heaven and earth." Psalm 124:8
My mother-in-law gave me this little prayer a few years ago. I can really relate to it and thought I'd pass it along for you to enjoy, also!
Have you ever said a prayer like this?
I want to thank you, Lord, for being so close to me so far this day.
With your help, I haven't been impatient, lost my temper, been grumpy, judgmental, or envious of anyone.
But, I will be getting out of bed in a minute, and I think I'll really need your help then.
Amen
God does want to be your help. Let him help you today, tomorrow and forever.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the gifts of the spirit will be evident in your life, even after you get out of bed in the morning!
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's World Outreach Center (WOC). This is our main office and training facility. Pray for God to protect the building, guard the mechanical and structural aspects of the facility, and use the facility for maximum eternal benefits.
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 August 23, 2014
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"Our help is in the name of the Lord God, who made heaven and earth." Psalm 124:8
My mother-in-law gave me this little prayer a few years ago. I can really relate to it and thought I'd pass it along for you to enjoy, also!
Have you ever said a prayer like this?
I want to thank you, Lord, for being so close to me so far this day.
With your help, I haven't been impatient, lost my temper, been grumpy, judgmental, or envious of anyone.
But, I will be getting out of bed in a minute, and I think I'll really need your help then.
Amen
God does want to be your help. Let him help you today, tomorrow and forever.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the gifts of the spirit will be evident in your life, even after you get out of bed in the morning!
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's World Outreach Center (WOC). This is our main office and training facility. Pray for God to protect the building, guard the mechanical and structural aspects of the facility, and use the facility for maximum eternal benefits.
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 August 23, 2014
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Friday, August 22, 2014
On The Go with Jesus
On The Go with Jesus by Evangelist Keith Cook
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
Most people never really get outside their local church and serve Christ as a World Christian. I'm sure if you are reading this devotional from On The Go you are not like most people. You have already taken a giant step in hearing God's voice and responding to His call to service.
God is probably sending you out to do great and mighty things for Him every day. You may have heard it said "God does not send you out on a ten dollar mission with only nine dollars." What He initiates, He finishes. What He sponsors is successful. He has led you this far and His word says He will continue to make a way in the wilderness. Do not fear, we have His protection, and we are the "apple of His eye."
What makes a person bold? Does Christ want only "Super Hero" type Christians to follow Him into battle against Satan? True boldness is "Holy Boldness." Holy boldness comes when one is trusting in Christ for strength, not themselves.
When I stand up in the streets to preach, I must admit, each time I am afraid. Boldness is not automatic or continual. As I face a new situation I must call on Christ for guidance. He always gives me the right words to say. The Bible says not to worry, just be ready. "Having done all you can do to stand, stand!"
As you stand up for God at home, at work, at school, or on a mission project remember that you have hundreds of prayer partners and co-laborers around the world standing in the gap with you.
May God bless you as you continue to be "on the go"!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for the Lord's strength and for Holy Boldness as you share Christ.
On The Go Prayer Focus: All the local churches, committees, and leaders who will be working with On The Go Ministries and the Keith Cook Team in creative outreach efforts in the United States and around the world.
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 August 22, 2014
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Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
Most people never really get outside their local church and serve Christ as a World Christian. I'm sure if you are reading this devotional from On The Go you are not like most people. You have already taken a giant step in hearing God's voice and responding to His call to service.
God is probably sending you out to do great and mighty things for Him every day. You may have heard it said "God does not send you out on a ten dollar mission with only nine dollars." What He initiates, He finishes. What He sponsors is successful. He has led you this far and His word says He will continue to make a way in the wilderness. Do not fear, we have His protection, and we are the "apple of His eye."
What makes a person bold? Does Christ want only "Super Hero" type Christians to follow Him into battle against Satan? True boldness is "Holy Boldness." Holy boldness comes when one is trusting in Christ for strength, not themselves.
When I stand up in the streets to preach, I must admit, each time I am afraid. Boldness is not automatic or continual. As I face a new situation I must call on Christ for guidance. He always gives me the right words to say. The Bible says not to worry, just be ready. "Having done all you can do to stand, stand!"
As you stand up for God at home, at work, at school, or on a mission project remember that you have hundreds of prayer partners and co-laborers around the world standing in the gap with you.
May God bless you as you continue to be "on the go"!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for the Lord's strength and for Holy Boldness as you share Christ.
On The Go Prayer Focus: All the local churches, committees, and leaders who will be working with On The Go Ministries and the Keith Cook Team in creative outreach efforts in the United States and around the world.
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 August 22, 2014
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Thursday, August 21, 2014
All in God's Time
All in God's Time - Laurie McTier
"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19
Recently our team traveled out of the country to minister in schools, churches and a local seminary. God knew all of the specific details that had to occur for each of the team to travel and minister.
The week prior to the project, each member of our staff were on the phone with travel agents, airlines, visa services, politicians, pastors, and the missionaries trying to do everything we knew to do to make sure that all of the specifics were taken care of for each person on the team to participate. God knew that each and every team member was a vital asset and greatly needed.
As we prepared, we had faith and trusted God to do the miraculous. There were many obstacles prior to this project; but we knew that these obstacles were nothing in God's eyes. He was on top of things; He had it all under control.
For this project, there were many walls. It took the team over 31 hours to reach our final destination. The first night we had three and one half hours of sleep before our first outreach. As we went to bed that evening, we prayed and asked God to bless our rest. Those three hours were some of the most blessed and restful hours of sleep that we have had in years.
God is never late, and often times not early. He is however, always right on time. God knows when the money for the project is due, He knows when we must have the passport and visa on hand. His Word promises us as His children that He will supply all of our needs in Christ Jesus.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you to truly trust Him to meet your every need.
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 August 21, 2014
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"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19
Recently our team traveled out of the country to minister in schools, churches and a local seminary. God knew all of the specific details that had to occur for each of the team to travel and minister.
The week prior to the project, each member of our staff were on the phone with travel agents, airlines, visa services, politicians, pastors, and the missionaries trying to do everything we knew to do to make sure that all of the specifics were taken care of for each person on the team to participate. God knew that each and every team member was a vital asset and greatly needed.
As we prepared, we had faith and trusted God to do the miraculous. There were many obstacles prior to this project; but we knew that these obstacles were nothing in God's eyes. He was on top of things; He had it all under control.
For this project, there were many walls. It took the team over 31 hours to reach our final destination. The first night we had three and one half hours of sleep before our first outreach. As we went to bed that evening, we prayed and asked God to bless our rest. Those three hours were some of the most blessed and restful hours of sleep that we have had in years.
God is never late, and often times not early. He is however, always right on time. God knows when the money for the project is due, He knows when we must have the passport and visa on hand. His Word promises us as His children that He will supply all of our needs in Christ Jesus.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you to truly trust Him to meet your every need.
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 August 21, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
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Wednesday, August 20, 2014
The Most Important Job Of All
The Most Important Job Of All by Joan Cook
"Bring up your children in the training and admonition of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4
Today, I would like to take a minute to encourage all the mothers and fathers who may be feeling unappreciated, unfulfilled, unrecognized, or just plain tired! Do not be discouraged. Do not give up. Yours is the most important job of all. You have the privilege and responsibility to help shape and develop your child's entire life. Everything you say and do is so very important in his or her development.
One of the definitions of the word "parents" is: those who give birth to children and provide nurture and guidance. Below are words to encourage you and remind you of this awesome responsibility.
"There are exceptional women and men who have other tasks to perform in addition to the task of motherhood and fatherhood and that is the task of providing for the home and of keeping it. But it is the tasks connected with the home that are the fundamental tasks of humanity...if the mother does not do her duty, there will either be no next generation, or a next generation that is worse than none at all..." Theodore Roosevelt
"If we fail to instruct our children in justice, religion, and liberty, we will be condemning them to a world without virtue, a life in the twilight of a civilization where the great truths have been forgotten." Ronald Reagan
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank the Lord for the privilege of parenthood. Be mindful of the awesome responsibility.
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 August 20, 2014
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Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
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"Bring up your children in the training and admonition of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4
Today, I would like to take a minute to encourage all the mothers and fathers who may be feeling unappreciated, unfulfilled, unrecognized, or just plain tired! Do not be discouraged. Do not give up. Yours is the most important job of all. You have the privilege and responsibility to help shape and develop your child's entire life. Everything you say and do is so very important in his or her development.
One of the definitions of the word "parents" is: those who give birth to children and provide nurture and guidance. Below are words to encourage you and remind you of this awesome responsibility.
"There are exceptional women and men who have other tasks to perform in addition to the task of motherhood and fatherhood and that is the task of providing for the home and of keeping it. But it is the tasks connected with the home that are the fundamental tasks of humanity...if the mother does not do her duty, there will either be no next generation, or a next generation that is worse than none at all..." Theodore Roosevelt
"If we fail to instruct our children in justice, religion, and liberty, we will be condemning them to a world without virtue, a life in the twilight of a civilization where the great truths have been forgotten." Ronald Reagan
Daily Prayer Focus: Thank the Lord for the privilege of parenthood. Be mindful of the awesome responsibility.
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 August 20, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Manifest Your Love for God
Manifest Your Love for God by Keith Cook
"With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee...I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word." Psalms 119:10-16
In this passage the Psalmist says we are to manifest our love for God with our Heart, Lips, and Mind. Can you do this? Yes you can. The Word of God will show you how!
Your Heart
With Your HEART you can Seek the Lord. (verse 10)
Seek the Lord with your whole heart. Seek Him while there is time. He is calling you, leading you, and directing you. Use your free will to seek Him. The results will be a full heart!
With your Heart you will Treasure the Word. (verse 11)
If your heart is with the Lord you always have a place for the Word of God in your life. The Word speaks to you. It comforts you. It directs you. It challenges you and convicts you.
If your heart is not right with God you will avoid the Word and neglect your time alone with God. You dread hearing the Word of God preached. Devotions, sermons, and the Bible all condemn you until you get your heart set on Christ.
Your Lips
With your LIPS you Share about the greatness of God. (verse 13)
If you are in Christ and living in the fullness of Christ you will naturally share with others about all you are experiencing in Him. Never having anything spiritual to say often reflects the fact that one is not living the spirit filled life. Being frivolous and aloof often reflect a lack of spiritual depth. Let your lips tell of Him!
With your Lips you also will Rejoice. (verse 14)
From your lips will either come praise or pain. People who rejoice are a pleasure to be around. People who are always reflecting on their pain and sorrows tend to live their lives alone and without encouragement. Rejoicing is not a sign of ignorance of the facts of life, rather it is a God directed expression of faith, hope, and trust. Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice. Rejoice, it will do you good.
Your Mind
Using your MIND you can Meditate on God's precepts. (verse 15)
Meditating on God's precepts means that you will try to see what the precepts of God actually mean to you. In reality, you are asking God to interpret and implement His Word in your life. Some individuals think that meditation leads to more meditation, but it actually will lead to answers to prayer, keys to problems being revealed, and direction in life. Meditation always leads to action. Most prayer warriors are also great evangelists, missionaries, pastors, parents, and leaders. They are not passive but people of action.
If you are using your Mind you are also Regarding God's ways. (verse 15)
Someone who is thinking clearly will always look to Christ for direction in their life. When you regard the Lord, you give Him the right to direct your path and help you make decisions. Major and minor decisions are all the same to God. You can have the mind of Christ if you ask for it!
When you use your Mind you can Delight in God. (verse 16)
It is really fun and exciting to have God work in your life. It is so rewarding to know that God has done something for you. It leads to confidence and stability. When real faith is exercised in your life, blessings and ministry will follow.
When you use your Mind you also will not forget to Honor God and Praise Him as the real strength in your life. (verse 16)
If you succeed or even make it through a problem you must realize that it is God who has brought you through. Your true strength comes from the Lord, honor Him, praise Him, and seek to serve Him.
Decide today to serve the Lord with all of your heart. Seek to honor God with your heart, your lips, and your mind. Don't forget that the greatest treasure on earth can be found by you each day in the Holy Bible.
Daily Prayer Focus: As you spend time in God's Word today, ask Him to show you secret sins that are hidden in your life. Ask for forgiveness so that you might serve Him wholeheartedly.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The "On The Go Daily Internet Devotions". This devotional series is read by hundreds around the World via the internet. "On The Go Daily Internet Devotions" are used to encourage, challenge, and motivate Christians in their daily walk. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they share daily through these devotional thoughts. You can subscribe to these daily devotions via our website if you are not already a subscriber.
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 August 19, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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"With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee...I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word." Psalms 119:10-16
In this passage the Psalmist says we are to manifest our love for God with our Heart, Lips, and Mind. Can you do this? Yes you can. The Word of God will show you how!
Your Heart
With Your HEART you can Seek the Lord. (verse 10)
Seek the Lord with your whole heart. Seek Him while there is time. He is calling you, leading you, and directing you. Use your free will to seek Him. The results will be a full heart!
With your Heart you will Treasure the Word. (verse 11)
If your heart is with the Lord you always have a place for the Word of God in your life. The Word speaks to you. It comforts you. It directs you. It challenges you and convicts you.
If your heart is not right with God you will avoid the Word and neglect your time alone with God. You dread hearing the Word of God preached. Devotions, sermons, and the Bible all condemn you until you get your heart set on Christ.
Your Lips
With your LIPS you Share about the greatness of God. (verse 13)
If you are in Christ and living in the fullness of Christ you will naturally share with others about all you are experiencing in Him. Never having anything spiritual to say often reflects the fact that one is not living the spirit filled life. Being frivolous and aloof often reflect a lack of spiritual depth. Let your lips tell of Him!
With your Lips you also will Rejoice. (verse 14)
From your lips will either come praise or pain. People who rejoice are a pleasure to be around. People who are always reflecting on their pain and sorrows tend to live their lives alone and without encouragement. Rejoicing is not a sign of ignorance of the facts of life, rather it is a God directed expression of faith, hope, and trust. Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice. Rejoice, it will do you good.
Your Mind
Using your MIND you can Meditate on God's precepts. (verse 15)
Meditating on God's precepts means that you will try to see what the precepts of God actually mean to you. In reality, you are asking God to interpret and implement His Word in your life. Some individuals think that meditation leads to more meditation, but it actually will lead to answers to prayer, keys to problems being revealed, and direction in life. Meditation always leads to action. Most prayer warriors are also great evangelists, missionaries, pastors, parents, and leaders. They are not passive but people of action.
If you are using your Mind you are also Regarding God's ways. (verse 15)
Someone who is thinking clearly will always look to Christ for direction in their life. When you regard the Lord, you give Him the right to direct your path and help you make decisions. Major and minor decisions are all the same to God. You can have the mind of Christ if you ask for it!
When you use your Mind you can Delight in God. (verse 16)
It is really fun and exciting to have God work in your life. It is so rewarding to know that God has done something for you. It leads to confidence and stability. When real faith is exercised in your life, blessings and ministry will follow.
When you use your Mind you also will not forget to Honor God and Praise Him as the real strength in your life. (verse 16)
If you succeed or even make it through a problem you must realize that it is God who has brought you through. Your true strength comes from the Lord, honor Him, praise Him, and seek to serve Him.
Decide today to serve the Lord with all of your heart. Seek to honor God with your heart, your lips, and your mind. Don't forget that the greatest treasure on earth can be found by you each day in the Holy Bible.
Daily Prayer Focus: As you spend time in God's Word today, ask Him to show you secret sins that are hidden in your life. Ask for forgiveness so that you might serve Him wholeheartedly.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The "On The Go Daily Internet Devotions". This devotional series is read by hundreds around the World via the internet. "On The Go Daily Internet Devotions" are used to encourage, challenge, and motivate Christians in their daily walk. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they share daily through these devotional thoughts. You can subscribe to these daily devotions via our website if you are not already a subscriber.
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 August 19, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Monday, August 18, 2014
Prayer, The Key To World Evangelization
Prayer, The Key To World Evangelization - by Keith Cook
"Give ear to my words, O Lord, consider my groaning. Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, for to Thee do I pray. In the morning, O Lord, Thou wilt hear my voice; In the morning I will order my prayer to Thee and eagerly watch." Psalm 5:1-3
Our world is in desperate need of a fresh outpouring of God's love and power. Economic quick fixes and political infighting are not the answer. If we want to reach our neighbors or reach around the world, we can do so in prayer.
Prayer opens up God's resources and God's plans for man. Prayer helps us get a fresh and exciting direction from our creator. You may never go to India or China, but you can go there in prayer.
Start with praise to God - Adoration toward God for His majesty
Next confess all known sin - Admission, sorrow, and forsaking your sin.
Begin to thank God - Thank Him for His great and mighty deeds
Intercede for others - Pray for the lost: friends, family, church, etc...
Ask God - Ask the Lord for the desires of your heart.
Wait upon the Lord - Wait for strength, patience, and wisdom.
Search the word - Open the Bible and begin to see God's will.
Listen to Him - Hear God's voice speaking to your heart and mind.
Be ready - Do what God says and go where He leads.
End your prayer time in praise - Praise God for His goodness and presence.
A shorter version of the above outline is: ACTS
Adoration
Confession
Thanksgiving
Supplication
Daily Prayer Focus: Talk to the Lord with anticipation of what He is going to do in and through you.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The 30 Minute Radio & Podcast Program "On The Go with Keith Cook". This is a weekly program airing over the internet, short wave, and radio stations. Each week Keith relates creative ways to share Christ. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they minister on these broadcasts. You can hear these programs via our website if it is not available in your area.
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 August 18, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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"Give ear to my words, O Lord, consider my groaning. Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, for to Thee do I pray. In the morning, O Lord, Thou wilt hear my voice; In the morning I will order my prayer to Thee and eagerly watch." Psalm 5:1-3
Our world is in desperate need of a fresh outpouring of God's love and power. Economic quick fixes and political infighting are not the answer. If we want to reach our neighbors or reach around the world, we can do so in prayer.
Prayer opens up God's resources and God's plans for man. Prayer helps us get a fresh and exciting direction from our creator. You may never go to India or China, but you can go there in prayer.
Start with praise to God - Adoration toward God for His majesty
Next confess all known sin - Admission, sorrow, and forsaking your sin.
Begin to thank God - Thank Him for His great and mighty deeds
Intercede for others - Pray for the lost: friends, family, church, etc...
Ask God - Ask the Lord for the desires of your heart.
Wait upon the Lord - Wait for strength, patience, and wisdom.
Search the word - Open the Bible and begin to see God's will.
Listen to Him - Hear God's voice speaking to your heart and mind.
Be ready - Do what God says and go where He leads.
End your prayer time in praise - Praise God for His goodness and presence.
A shorter version of the above outline is: ACTS
Adoration
Confession
Thanksgiving
Supplication
Daily Prayer Focus: Talk to the Lord with anticipation of what He is going to do in and through you.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The 30 Minute Radio & Podcast Program "On The Go with Keith Cook". This is a weekly program airing over the internet, short wave, and radio stations. Each week Keith relates creative ways to share Christ. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they minister on these broadcasts. You can hear these programs via our website if it is not available in your area.
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 August 18, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Sunday, August 17, 2014
Get On The Treadmill And Run
Get On The Treadmill And Run by Keith Cook
"but I buffet my body and make it my slave" I Corinthians 9:27
A few years ago, upon returning from a crusade, I found a rather large gift waiting for me in my basement. My wife, Joan, had gone out and bought me a treadmill. I was so excited. I had seen one earlier and had wanted it so bad. I just hated to spend money on myself, but my wife loves to bless people. So I gladly received a marvelous gift.
As I looked at the treadmill with all its gadgets, bells, and whistles, I started to laugh out loud. I had no more excuses for not running everyday to stay in shape. As I looked at my gift it changed from a gift to one big challenge. It is a fancy machine. It could have been a less spectacular machine but the bottom line was this machine was going to require me to actually get on it and work. No excuses, no putting it off because of weather. No more, "tomorrow I will!"
My workout started as a challenge but now is a joy. When I was younger I ran everyday. I had the time to run all over town and I did just that. I would run from my campus apartment all the way over to Joan's house to see her and then run back, usually at midnight. It was such fun to run and think. To run and sing. To run and look!
Right now God would have all of us revisit some old Godly habits we once had. Have our devotions been consistent? Are we studying the Word of God and spending time in prayer like we once did? Are we still getting up early on Sunday and hurrying to church to hear a fresh word from God? When was the last time we casually and excitedly shared with someone about how good Jesus really is?
Wow, those disciplines of God are still needed in our lives. Jump back on the treadmill and start fresh and new every morning. While you are at it take care of the temple God has given you. We want you around as long as possible.
Daily prayer focus: Pray for strength to do all the disciplines that God has for you to do for Him.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Outreach Training Schools (OTS). In our OTS, young people and adults are trained to go to the next level in their service to God. Pray for On The Go as we train believers to make a difference in their generation.
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 August 17, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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"but I buffet my body and make it my slave" I Corinthians 9:27
A few years ago, upon returning from a crusade, I found a rather large gift waiting for me in my basement. My wife, Joan, had gone out and bought me a treadmill. I was so excited. I had seen one earlier and had wanted it so bad. I just hated to spend money on myself, but my wife loves to bless people. So I gladly received a marvelous gift.
As I looked at the treadmill with all its gadgets, bells, and whistles, I started to laugh out loud. I had no more excuses for not running everyday to stay in shape. As I looked at my gift it changed from a gift to one big challenge. It is a fancy machine. It could have been a less spectacular machine but the bottom line was this machine was going to require me to actually get on it and work. No excuses, no putting it off because of weather. No more, "tomorrow I will!"
My workout started as a challenge but now is a joy. When I was younger I ran everyday. I had the time to run all over town and I did just that. I would run from my campus apartment all the way over to Joan's house to see her and then run back, usually at midnight. It was such fun to run and think. To run and sing. To run and look!
Right now God would have all of us revisit some old Godly habits we once had. Have our devotions been consistent? Are we studying the Word of God and spending time in prayer like we once did? Are we still getting up early on Sunday and hurrying to church to hear a fresh word from God? When was the last time we casually and excitedly shared with someone about how good Jesus really is?
Wow, those disciplines of God are still needed in our lives. Jump back on the treadmill and start fresh and new every morning. While you are at it take care of the temple God has given you. We want you around as long as possible.
Daily prayer focus: Pray for strength to do all the disciplines that God has for you to do for Him.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Outreach Training Schools (OTS). In our OTS, young people and adults are trained to go to the next level in their service to God. Pray for On The Go as we train believers to make a difference in their generation.
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 August 17, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Saturday, August 16, 2014
Let's
Let's by Keith Cook
"Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest." John 4:35
Today is the time for radical faith. Gone is the convenience of being lukewarm and not actively engaging in reaching our culture. Today's culture is rapidly invading the church and even individuals Christians world-wide.
If we are going to win people to Christ and turn back the tide of the evil and hedonistic humanism that is engulfing our world, we need to do three simple things.
1. Stop - We need to stop what we are doing and take time to make new friends for Jesus Christ's sake. We really need to become friends with more people and let more people into our world. Most of us live in a really small world. We need to venture out and see real people with real needs.
2. Look - We need to look for open doors to share our faith and dependence on Jesus Christ. God will provide all who ask Him with open doors and natural and easy transition opportunities to share about Jesus. Take the time to look for ways to share and follow God's path when He reveals it.
3. Listen - We need to yield to the Spirit and listen to those we are sharing with! God will direct your steps if you give Him your life each day. While salvation is a once in a lifetime experience, following Jesus is moment by moment. Making Jesus Lord and being filled with the Spirit is something that takes daily dying to self and a moment by moment trusting is God's resources and directions.
Let's do what God is directing us to do today, while we have time and opportunity.
Pray: Pray that God will enable you to Stop, Look, and Listen in a greater way than ever before.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's USA Outreach Effort. God has placed a United States effort on the heart and mind of the On The Go Team. Three key objectives are sharing, praying, and training in every county in the USA using On The Go Advance Teams, Training Teams, Planning Teams, Prayer Teams, GoTeams, and Outreach Efforts.
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 August 16, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 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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"Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest." John 4:35
Today is the time for radical faith. Gone is the convenience of being lukewarm and not actively engaging in reaching our culture. Today's culture is rapidly invading the church and even individuals Christians world-wide.
If we are going to win people to Christ and turn back the tide of the evil and hedonistic humanism that is engulfing our world, we need to do three simple things.
1. Stop - We need to stop what we are doing and take time to make new friends for Jesus Christ's sake. We really need to become friends with more people and let more people into our world. Most of us live in a really small world. We need to venture out and see real people with real needs.
2. Look - We need to look for open doors to share our faith and dependence on Jesus Christ. God will provide all who ask Him with open doors and natural and easy transition opportunities to share about Jesus. Take the time to look for ways to share and follow God's path when He reveals it.
3. Listen - We need to yield to the Spirit and listen to those we are sharing with! God will direct your steps if you give Him your life each day. While salvation is a once in a lifetime experience, following Jesus is moment by moment. Making Jesus Lord and being filled with the Spirit is something that takes daily dying to self and a moment by moment trusting is God's resources and directions.
Let's do what God is directing us to do today, while we have time and opportunity.
Pray: Pray that God will enable you to Stop, Look, and Listen in a greater way than ever before.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's USA Outreach Effort. God has placed a United States effort on the heart and mind of the On The Go Team. Three key objectives are sharing, praying, and training in every county in the USA using On The Go Advance Teams, Training Teams, Planning Teams, Prayer Teams, GoTeams, and Outreach Efforts.
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 August 16, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 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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Friday, August 15, 2014
Danger Signs in the Home
Danger Signs in the Home by Keith Cook
"Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith." Proverbs 15:16, 17
Danger! Look around your life today. Take a close look at your family, because your family may very well be in danger. It is important to recognize today that the devil is trying to attack your family and bring it down. You need to take a definitive stand against what he is doing. Don't break the spirit in your family.
The Bible tells us that danger signs can arise in anyone's home. I want to warn you that some of the signs of danger are so evident and we must take action to tear them down.
The first danger sign that is encountered in most families is that of Failure to Communicate. Not talking, sharing, or reasoning with each other leads to failed dreams and wasted opportunities for success. We must learn to communicate with our spouses, parents, children, and friends. We must learn to share our love, ideas, visions, and dreams with our loved ones.
The next danger sign comes up around the bend of Dividing Things Up. When we constantly use the phrases: My Money, My Car, My Home, My Rights, we are well around the bend of this dangerous road. Going down this road will lead to ruin. When we see this happening we must quickly allow the Holy Spirit to steer us down a safer path. God wants us to be one in the Lord. We must not allow material possessions, the lack of privacy, stresses of life, hard times, or just personality traits to come between us and our spouse. As a result of our unity, we will see our marriages and homes prosper. I challenge you to let everything in your home be done in unity and in peace.
The third danger sign is that of Denial. If you or someone in your family is living in a state of Denial you do not see the problems that your family is facing. Not being able to see problems as they really are or thinking that problems either do not exist or will simply go away with time often leads to heart break and relational problems. Often the ones that are loved the most are hurt the most by denial. Allow God to turn His floodlights on your home and show you the real path to family stability. The truth will set you free.
The fourth danger sign is that of Shifting Responsibilities. This can also be referred to as "passing the buck". It is easy to tell one's loved ones to handle major issues on their own or even handle problems for us. Not owning up to one's responsibilities and blaming others for failures can lead to anger, resentment, and emotional abuse. This attitude is really a manifestation of pride and has an underlying root in anger. Rebelling against responsibility and order leads to ruin. Drive down the straight road of responding to God's sure road of responsibility.
The fifth danger sign is that of a Workaholic. These individuals are always busy at work, or sport, or doing their own thing. Don't become a workaholic. Join with your family, unite with them, and work together. When you have fun together, work together, worship together, study together, grow and rest together as a family, it is good for the Kingdom of God. When a family is together they are blessed and then the family is used of God to bless other families in your church, your city, even your country and world.
The next danger sign is that of Having No Rules. This sign refers to the fact that one does not have set rules, goals, or challenges laid out ahead of him. These individuals have not allowed God to give them visions or dreams. They act solely out of impulse. This leads to overspending, lack of discipline, no direction, and no plans for the future. Each family needs to have a plan from God as to what He wants them to do as a family. Couples need to be living out the dream they have together in Christ. Singles must have a clear word from God as to where they are going in relation to God's plan for their lives.
Decide today to set out to know God's plan for you and your family. Allow the Lord to set up rules and standards that you will live by. Stand against the devil and what he is saying to you about living for the moment and casting your cares to the wind. He is attacking your family and wanting to have your family not reach your full potential in Christ. Wasting away in bills, neglect, and opportunity lost is his plan for you. God's plan for you is that you have His portion so that you can do all He wants you to do.
We must pay close attention to the Danger Signs that come to us in our families. If we do not take heed of their warnings, our homes will face definite troubles. We must purposefully turn back to the Lord and follow His principles even in our families. God commands us to fear the Lord, follow the Lord, and trust in the Lord in every area of our lives!
As Godly men and women we must stand guard against Satan. We can not let him destroy our families. Stand up for Jesus and live for God in your home.
When you see the danger ahead sign on the road you do not curse the sign you actually rejoice in the knowledge that you have been warned and know what to do to avoid the danger. God is warning you of the danger ahead for your family. Heed His warning. Is is so wonderful to know He is actively directing our lives and wanting us to move on down the road for Him.
Daily Prayer: Praise God for True Victory in Jesus. Claim the gospel armor over each member of your family.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Performing Arts Team. Pray for our team as we minister through drama, puppets, interpretive dance, and music. Our Performing Arts Teams are made up of volunteers and On The Go staffers who travel around the USA to local churches and events sharing the Good News.
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 August 15, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 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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"Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith." Proverbs 15:16, 17
Danger! Look around your life today. Take a close look at your family, because your family may very well be in danger. It is important to recognize today that the devil is trying to attack your family and bring it down. You need to take a definitive stand against what he is doing. Don't break the spirit in your family.
The Bible tells us that danger signs can arise in anyone's home. I want to warn you that some of the signs of danger are so evident and we must take action to tear them down.
The first danger sign that is encountered in most families is that of Failure to Communicate. Not talking, sharing, or reasoning with each other leads to failed dreams and wasted opportunities for success. We must learn to communicate with our spouses, parents, children, and friends. We must learn to share our love, ideas, visions, and dreams with our loved ones.
The next danger sign comes up around the bend of Dividing Things Up. When we constantly use the phrases: My Money, My Car, My Home, My Rights, we are well around the bend of this dangerous road. Going down this road will lead to ruin. When we see this happening we must quickly allow the Holy Spirit to steer us down a safer path. God wants us to be one in the Lord. We must not allow material possessions, the lack of privacy, stresses of life, hard times, or just personality traits to come between us and our spouse. As a result of our unity, we will see our marriages and homes prosper. I challenge you to let everything in your home be done in unity and in peace.
The third danger sign is that of Denial. If you or someone in your family is living in a state of Denial you do not see the problems that your family is facing. Not being able to see problems as they really are or thinking that problems either do not exist or will simply go away with time often leads to heart break and relational problems. Often the ones that are loved the most are hurt the most by denial. Allow God to turn His floodlights on your home and show you the real path to family stability. The truth will set you free.
The fourth danger sign is that of Shifting Responsibilities. This can also be referred to as "passing the buck". It is easy to tell one's loved ones to handle major issues on their own or even handle problems for us. Not owning up to one's responsibilities and blaming others for failures can lead to anger, resentment, and emotional abuse. This attitude is really a manifestation of pride and has an underlying root in anger. Rebelling against responsibility and order leads to ruin. Drive down the straight road of responding to God's sure road of responsibility.
The fifth danger sign is that of a Workaholic. These individuals are always busy at work, or sport, or doing their own thing. Don't become a workaholic. Join with your family, unite with them, and work together. When you have fun together, work together, worship together, study together, grow and rest together as a family, it is good for the Kingdom of God. When a family is together they are blessed and then the family is used of God to bless other families in your church, your city, even your country and world.
The next danger sign is that of Having No Rules. This sign refers to the fact that one does not have set rules, goals, or challenges laid out ahead of him. These individuals have not allowed God to give them visions or dreams. They act solely out of impulse. This leads to overspending, lack of discipline, no direction, and no plans for the future. Each family needs to have a plan from God as to what He wants them to do as a family. Couples need to be living out the dream they have together in Christ. Singles must have a clear word from God as to where they are going in relation to God's plan for their lives.
Decide today to set out to know God's plan for you and your family. Allow the Lord to set up rules and standards that you will live by. Stand against the devil and what he is saying to you about living for the moment and casting your cares to the wind. He is attacking your family and wanting to have your family not reach your full potential in Christ. Wasting away in bills, neglect, and opportunity lost is his plan for you. God's plan for you is that you have His portion so that you can do all He wants you to do.
We must pay close attention to the Danger Signs that come to us in our families. If we do not take heed of their warnings, our homes will face definite troubles. We must purposefully turn back to the Lord and follow His principles even in our families. God commands us to fear the Lord, follow the Lord, and trust in the Lord in every area of our lives!
As Godly men and women we must stand guard against Satan. We can not let him destroy our families. Stand up for Jesus and live for God in your home.
When you see the danger ahead sign on the road you do not curse the sign you actually rejoice in the knowledge that you have been warned and know what to do to avoid the danger. God is warning you of the danger ahead for your family. Heed His warning. Is is so wonderful to know He is actively directing our lives and wanting us to move on down the road for Him.
Daily Prayer: Praise God for True Victory in Jesus. Claim the gospel armor over each member of your family.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Performing Arts Team. Pray for our team as we minister through drama, puppets, interpretive dance, and music. Our Performing Arts Teams are made up of volunteers and On The Go staffers who travel around the USA to local churches and events sharing the Good News.
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 August 15, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2004, 2014 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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Thursday, August 14, 2014
The Lord's Prayer To Me
The Lord's Prayer To Me by Joan Cook
"After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." Matthew 6:9-13
My Father in Heaven, I love, praise, and worship you!
Let your will be done in my life as you lead and guide me, and I pray your name will be known and praised in all the earth.
Give me all that I need today; physical strength, spiritual abundance, and financial adequacy.
Forgive me for my sin; known and unknown. The things I do and say that I know are not pleasing to you and the things I do and say that go unnoticed by me that displease you.
As I forgive others, forgive me. Do not let me harbor any sin toward anyone in my heart.
Keep my faith grounded and steady as I encounter temptation, so that I will not be enticed by it's desire that leads to sin and eventually to spiritual death.
I know and acknowledge that you alone are God - the one and only true, living God. You are ALL powerful and ALL the glory dwells in you. You are eternal and abide forever.
I Praise you and you alone!
I Worship you and you alone!
I Trust you and you alone!
On The Go Prayer Focus: Keith Cook's Hands-On-Training Events. This is our Outreach Training School on the road. Keith and the On The Go Team share all across the USA and Worldwide in fun and creative ways that people can serve Jesus and make an impact in this generation!
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 August 14, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2010, 2014 - 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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"After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." Matthew 6:9-13
My Father in Heaven, I love, praise, and worship you!
Let your will be done in my life as you lead and guide me, and I pray your name will be known and praised in all the earth.
Give me all that I need today; physical strength, spiritual abundance, and financial adequacy.
Forgive me for my sin; known and unknown. The things I do and say that I know are not pleasing to you and the things I do and say that go unnoticed by me that displease you.
As I forgive others, forgive me. Do not let me harbor any sin toward anyone in my heart.
Keep my faith grounded and steady as I encounter temptation, so that I will not be enticed by it's desire that leads to sin and eventually to spiritual death.
I know and acknowledge that you alone are God - the one and only true, living God. You are ALL powerful and ALL the glory dwells in you. You are eternal and abide forever.
I Praise you and you alone!
I Worship you and you alone!
I Trust you and you alone!
On The Go Prayer Focus: Keith Cook's Hands-On-Training Events. This is our Outreach Training School on the road. Keith and the On The Go Team share all across the USA and Worldwide in fun and creative ways that people can serve Jesus and make an impact in this generation!
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 August 14, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2010, 2014 - 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, August 13, 2014
Always Ready to Give An Answer
Always Ready to Give An Answer by Keith Cook
"We are a fragrance of Christ." 2 Corinthians 2:15
Even in the middle of your pain Jesus can use you. The past few days devotions have been about some of the things my wife and I have learned through our automobile accident a few years ago. Again I must stress that Joan and I have fully recovered, yet there were so many lessons we gathered from the events that we must continue to share the truths God shared with us.
One night about a week after our car accident, while I was still trying to recover, my wife looked at the wound on my head and said, "your head does not look very good. The wound is bigger than it should be and I think there may be something wrong." We rushed back to the emergency room where we found out that the blood was seeping from the wound and was causing a bubble of blood to form on my head. I had to have the wound drained and re-stitched. An emergency room nurse soon came into my room and began working on the area. The Lord spoke to me in a gentle voice and said, "Keith, I want you to talk to this lady about Me."
I began to witness to her as she was taking care of me. In the middle of this painful situation, this lady's whole demeanor changed. The Lord let us spend about an hour together where I was able to share with her and she was able to share with me about her spiritual life. She told me, "Normally I would not want to talk like this. I would just come in and do my job real quick, but for some reason tonight God is making this thing go so slow. I guess so we can talk about some things that are really important in my life."
Wow! What a blessing this visit to the hospital turned out to be for me. In the midst of my physical pain, the Lord wanted me to share with someone who was hurting spiritually. Remember, God can use you in the midst of your pain!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone who may be hurting spiritually and use you to touch their life.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go Publications & Media Team. We are striving to saturate and minister to a contemporary culture and society through modern media. This division includes our audio, video, internet, and written materials. Through these various ministries we reach out, train, and inspire Christians to action.
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 August 13, 2014
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"We are a fragrance of Christ." 2 Corinthians 2:15
Even in the middle of your pain Jesus can use you. The past few days devotions have been about some of the things my wife and I have learned through our automobile accident a few years ago. Again I must stress that Joan and I have fully recovered, yet there were so many lessons we gathered from the events that we must continue to share the truths God shared with us.
One night about a week after our car accident, while I was still trying to recover, my wife looked at the wound on my head and said, "your head does not look very good. The wound is bigger than it should be and I think there may be something wrong." We rushed back to the emergency room where we found out that the blood was seeping from the wound and was causing a bubble of blood to form on my head. I had to have the wound drained and re-stitched. An emergency room nurse soon came into my room and began working on the area. The Lord spoke to me in a gentle voice and said, "Keith, I want you to talk to this lady about Me."
I began to witness to her as she was taking care of me. In the middle of this painful situation, this lady's whole demeanor changed. The Lord let us spend about an hour together where I was able to share with her and she was able to share with me about her spiritual life. She told me, "Normally I would not want to talk like this. I would just come in and do my job real quick, but for some reason tonight God is making this thing go so slow. I guess so we can talk about some things that are really important in my life."
Wow! What a blessing this visit to the hospital turned out to be for me. In the midst of my physical pain, the Lord wanted me to share with someone who was hurting spiritually. Remember, God can use you in the midst of your pain!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone who may be hurting spiritually and use you to touch their life.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go Publications & Media Team. We are striving to saturate and minister to a contemporary culture and society through modern media. This division includes our audio, video, internet, and written materials. Through these various ministries we reach out, train, and inspire Christians to action.
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 August 13, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Little Things Mean A Lot
Little Things Mean A Lot - Keith Cook
"A friend loves at all times." Proverbs 17:17
For the last three days, the devotion has been based on the same subject, an automobile accident that my wife and I were in several years ago. There are many lessons to learn from trials! For instance, you know we are to live for Jesus and are to be a witness for Him. I want to share something in relation to our automobile accident that is really important. It is how much the little things in life really do count.
When we came home from the hospital, we were taking pain medication and were still in shock from the whole ordeal. Of course, we were both laid up in bed for several days unable to do much at all. It was amazing how our friends and family came to our aid. We received over 106 emails from people saying, "get well, do better, we are praying for you..."
They were all sending us words of confidence and words of encouragement. We also had friends making gifts and coming by to see if they could do anything for us. We had one gentleman FedEx a DVD player to us so we could watch movies in the bed. Another friend brought us groceries and meals for a week. So many people were doing things for us to help in our healing.
In relationship to sharing your faith, one of the primary things we need to do if we are going to win someone to Christ and be a witness for the Lord, is to start doing the little things! Send someone a card when they are sick. Make dinner for a friend. Telephone someone just to say hello. Offer to baby sit for a couple that may not have the money to pay a sitter. There are so many little things we can do to let someone know you care. Take the time today!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone that you can do something nice for today!
On The Go Prayer Focus: The physical, spiritual, emotional, and financial needs of people hurting all over the United States and Worldwide. As God gives us opportunity in times of crisis we need to rapidly move to help.
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 August 12, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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"A friend loves at all times." Proverbs 17:17
For the last three days, the devotion has been based on the same subject, an automobile accident that my wife and I were in several years ago. There are many lessons to learn from trials! For instance, you know we are to live for Jesus and are to be a witness for Him. I want to share something in relation to our automobile accident that is really important. It is how much the little things in life really do count.
When we came home from the hospital, we were taking pain medication and were still in shock from the whole ordeal. Of course, we were both laid up in bed for several days unable to do much at all. It was amazing how our friends and family came to our aid. We received over 106 emails from people saying, "get well, do better, we are praying for you..."
They were all sending us words of confidence and words of encouragement. We also had friends making gifts and coming by to see if they could do anything for us. We had one gentleman FedEx a DVD player to us so we could watch movies in the bed. Another friend brought us groceries and meals for a week. So many people were doing things for us to help in our healing.
In relationship to sharing your faith, one of the primary things we need to do if we are going to win someone to Christ and be a witness for the Lord, is to start doing the little things! Send someone a card when they are sick. Make dinner for a friend. Telephone someone just to say hello. Offer to baby sit for a couple that may not have the money to pay a sitter. There are so many little things we can do to let someone know you care. Take the time today!
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone that you can do something nice for today!
On The Go Prayer Focus: The physical, spiritual, emotional, and financial needs of people hurting all over the United States and Worldwide. As God gives us opportunity in times of crisis we need to rapidly move to help.
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 August 12, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Monday, August 11, 2014
More For Him
More For Him by Keith Cook
"Let us not grow weary in doing good..." Galatians 6:9
In today's devotion, I would like to continue sharing a little bit about the story of how my wife and I were in a car accident several years ago. First of all let me say that my wife and I have completely recovered. God has taught us so many wonderful lessons through all of the events that I would like to share some of them with you.
I will never forget the thought that ran through my mind when I was pulled out of the vehicle after our accident. As I regained consciousness, a man was beating on the window of the car saying, "I have got to get you out! I have got to get you out! The car is going to blow up and is on fire!" As they are pulling me out and are laying me on the road, I asked my wife how my injuries looked. She looked at me and said, "I think it looks pretty bad."
I can remember saying, "Honey I want you to know that I love you and I love our son." In my mind I remember thinking, "Jesus, I love my wife, but I really wish I had more time to do things for You." The same thoughts came going through my mind as I sat on the road waiting for the ambulance, "I love my wife and I want to do more for God, I love my wife and I want to do more for God."
When it boils down to the final seconds of your life, there are many things that you will love and there are many things that you will regret. I love my wife! I love my son! I love my family! I love my country! But, I still want to do more for God. I know you do too!
Daily Prayer Focus: Ask the Lord how you might serve Him today and do all you can do for God!
The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Neighborhood Outreach Program. In reality, very little is being done to reach people in many communities across the USA. On The Go is striving to train local Christians and help them develop programs that can systematically and permanently reach real needs in their neighborhoods.
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 August 11, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook
Copyright (c) 2003, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook
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"Let us not grow weary in doing good..." Galatians 6:9
In today's devotion, I would like to continue sharing a little bit about the story of how my wife and I were in a car accident several years ago. First of all let me say that my wife and I have completely recovered. God has taught us so many wonderful lessons through all of the events that I would like to share some of them with you.
I will never forget the thought that ran through my mind when I was pulled out of the vehicle after our accident. As I regained consciousness, a man was beating on the window of the car saying, "I have got to get you out! I have got to get you out! The car is going to blow up and is on fire!" As they are pulling me out and are laying me on the road, I asked my wife how my injuries looked. She looked at me and said, "I think it looks pretty bad."
I can remember saying, "Honey I want you to know that I love you and I love our son." In my mind I remember thinking, "Jesus, I love my wife, but I really wish I had more time to do things for You." The same thoughts came going through my mind as I sat on the road waiting for the ambulance, "I love my wife and I want to do more for God, I love my wife and I want to do more for God."
When it boils down to the final seconds of your life, there are many things that you will love and there are many things that you will regret. I love my wife! I love my son! I love my family! I love my country! But, I still want to do more for God. I know you do too!
Daily Prayer Focus: Ask the Lord how you might serve Him today and do all you can do for God!
The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's Neighborhood Outreach Program. In reality, very little is being done to reach people in many communities across the USA. On The Go is striving to train local Christians and help them develop programs that can systematically and permanently reach real needs in their neighborhoods.
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 August 11, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go / Keith Cook
Copyright (c) 2003, 2014 On The Go / Keith Cook
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Sunday, August 10, 2014
He is Always There
He is Always There by Keith Cook
"I will be with you; I will not fail you nor forsake you." Joshua 1:5
Today in the devotional, I want to do something a little different and share with you something on my heart that I believe will inspire you and give you a confidence in the Lord that you may had never had before.
A few years ago, my wife and I were driving down the road. We did not have a care in the world. We had just left a Christian coffee house where some of our friends and family had been performing. We were really thinking about our visions and dreams for the future, so we had a great vision ahead of us, and a great past behind us.
Joan and I were singing Christian songs in the car, we were not speeding and were buckled up in our seat belts, just having a great time. Out of the corner of our eyes, we see this black vehicle speeding toward a stop sign. The boy driving the vehicle ran the stop sign and ended up stopping right in the middle of the road where Joan and I were driving. There was nothing that my wife could do and we plowed right into him and then into a ditch and hit a tree. In that moment we were thinking, "is this going to be our last"?
I want to ask you a question today? If it were your last moment, are you ready to meet the Lord? Are you prepared to bring him crowns of rewards to place at his feet? You know that in those seconds before that vehicle hit us we had a lot of thoughts in our minds. But the number one thing neither one of us regretted was living for Jesus! Neither of us called on anyone's name but Jesus'. In the middle of our triumph and in the middle of our tragedy He was there for us and he can be there for you.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone who may not know Him, so you can share what He has done for you.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's GoKids Clubs. The focus of GoKids Clubs is to present a clear Gospel message to young children in our festivals, missions, and local neighborhoods. Pray for On The Go as we minister to boys and girls and share with them the love of Jesus 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 August 10, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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"I will be with you; I will not fail you nor forsake you." Joshua 1:5
Today in the devotional, I want to do something a little different and share with you something on my heart that I believe will inspire you and give you a confidence in the Lord that you may had never had before.
A few years ago, my wife and I were driving down the road. We did not have a care in the world. We had just left a Christian coffee house where some of our friends and family had been performing. We were really thinking about our visions and dreams for the future, so we had a great vision ahead of us, and a great past behind us.
Joan and I were singing Christian songs in the car, we were not speeding and were buckled up in our seat belts, just having a great time. Out of the corner of our eyes, we see this black vehicle speeding toward a stop sign. The boy driving the vehicle ran the stop sign and ended up stopping right in the middle of the road where Joan and I were driving. There was nothing that my wife could do and we plowed right into him and then into a ditch and hit a tree. In that moment we were thinking, "is this going to be our last"?
I want to ask you a question today? If it were your last moment, are you ready to meet the Lord? Are you prepared to bring him crowns of rewards to place at his feet? You know that in those seconds before that vehicle hit us we had a lot of thoughts in our minds. But the number one thing neither one of us regretted was living for Jesus! Neither of us called on anyone's name but Jesus'. In the middle of our triumph and in the middle of our tragedy He was there for us and he can be there for you.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that the Lord will show you someone who may not know Him, so you can share what He has done for you.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's GoKids Clubs. The focus of GoKids Clubs is to present a clear Gospel message to young children in our festivals, missions, and local neighborhoods. Pray for On The Go as we minister to boys and girls and share with them the love of Jesus 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 August 10, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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Saturday, August 9, 2014
Take A Faith Break
Take A Faith Break by Keith Cook
News Event: HomeGoing Celebration for Ms. Sheila Kelly will be held today in Nashville, Tennessee. Ms. Sheila was a very faithful volunteer with On The Go, and she will be greatly missed! Ms. Sheila loved Jesus, and we rejoice that she is in Heaven! Please pray for Tekka, Ebony, and the entire Kelly family today and the upcoming weeks! We Love You Ms. Sheila!
We are hard-pressed on all sides, but never in despair. We are persecuted, but are never deserted; we may be knocked down but we are never knocked out! Everyday we experience something of the death of Jesus, so that we may also show the power of the life of Jesus in these bodies of ours. Yes, we who are living are always being exposed to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may be plainly seen in our mortal lives. 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 (Phillips)
As with most people, my life is often full of stress and activity. Many days I find myself coming and going and not even remembering what has just happened. Life comes at us hard and fast. Yet each day is given to us by God to celebrate to its fullest.
Not to long ago I decided I needed to spend some time with no agenda. No computer to type at, no book to read, no pen and paper to jot down an idea, just relaxing, refocusing, without the weight of the whole world salvation on my mind.
So I went for a walk. On my stroll I saw many wonderful creatures; squirrels, birds, bugs, spiders, dogs, and cats. It was great fun. Upon returning back to my house I sat down and just listened. It was amazing what I heard. I heard the sounds of nature, dogs barking, birds singing, leaves rustling. It was so peaceful and relaxing.
In your faith walk is it time to take some time without any structure or plan. Take a simple faith break. Mix up your spiritual routine. Try reading a different version of the Bible, try another time or spot for your devotions, possible listening to a new minister on audio.
What are some things you can do to relax and refocus on your faith walk:
1. De-clutter your faith walk. There are some things in your life that need to be gone. Bad habits, bad people, bad thoughts and actions. Get these things gone. Do not let these pollute your time.
2. Tidy up your spiritual life. Finish reading all the Christian books left unfinished - catch up on your reading through the Bible plan.
3. Make a Christian To-Do list. Make a simple list of two to five things you really want God to help you work on in your Christian life. Possibly begin to have a real devotional time, start reading through the Bible, signing up for and attending a Bible Study class, increasing your faith promise giving to missions, or sharing your faith with one person each day.
4. Relax and let God work. Living by faith is really living by faith. It requires only God and you. Nothing else. With your total abandonment to Christ you have the potential to see God work in so many wonderful ways.
Now is the perfect time to take a Faith Break and see what good God can do in your life.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you today to relax and refocus on Him and truly live by faith.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The "On The Go Daily" 2 Minute Radio & Podcast Program. This is a daily program airing across the United States, and World via the internet and radio stations. "On The Go Daily" is used to encourage, challenge, and motivate Christians in their daily walk. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they share on these 2 minute broadcasts. You can hear these programs via our website if it is not available in your area.
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 August 9, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2007, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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After registering online you will receive an e-mail asking you to confirm your subscription request, and you simply reply to that e-mail. Thank you and God bless.
News Event: HomeGoing Celebration for Ms. Sheila Kelly will be held today in Nashville, Tennessee. Ms. Sheila was a very faithful volunteer with On The Go, and she will be greatly missed! Ms. Sheila loved Jesus, and we rejoice that she is in Heaven! Please pray for Tekka, Ebony, and the entire Kelly family today and the upcoming weeks! We Love You Ms. Sheila!
We are hard-pressed on all sides, but never in despair. We are persecuted, but are never deserted; we may be knocked down but we are never knocked out! Everyday we experience something of the death of Jesus, so that we may also show the power of the life of Jesus in these bodies of ours. Yes, we who are living are always being exposed to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may be plainly seen in our mortal lives. 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 (Phillips)
As with most people, my life is often full of stress and activity. Many days I find myself coming and going and not even remembering what has just happened. Life comes at us hard and fast. Yet each day is given to us by God to celebrate to its fullest.
Not to long ago I decided I needed to spend some time with no agenda. No computer to type at, no book to read, no pen and paper to jot down an idea, just relaxing, refocusing, without the weight of the whole world salvation on my mind.
So I went for a walk. On my stroll I saw many wonderful creatures; squirrels, birds, bugs, spiders, dogs, and cats. It was great fun. Upon returning back to my house I sat down and just listened. It was amazing what I heard. I heard the sounds of nature, dogs barking, birds singing, leaves rustling. It was so peaceful and relaxing.
In your faith walk is it time to take some time without any structure or plan. Take a simple faith break. Mix up your spiritual routine. Try reading a different version of the Bible, try another time or spot for your devotions, possible listening to a new minister on audio.
What are some things you can do to relax and refocus on your faith walk:
1. De-clutter your faith walk. There are some things in your life that need to be gone. Bad habits, bad people, bad thoughts and actions. Get these things gone. Do not let these pollute your time.
2. Tidy up your spiritual life. Finish reading all the Christian books left unfinished - catch up on your reading through the Bible plan.
3. Make a Christian To-Do list. Make a simple list of two to five things you really want God to help you work on in your Christian life. Possibly begin to have a real devotional time, start reading through the Bible, signing up for and attending a Bible Study class, increasing your faith promise giving to missions, or sharing your faith with one person each day.
4. Relax and let God work. Living by faith is really living by faith. It requires only God and you. Nothing else. With your total abandonment to Christ you have the potential to see God work in so many wonderful ways.
Now is the perfect time to take a Faith Break and see what good God can do in your life.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray that God will enable you today to relax and refocus on Him and truly live by faith.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The "On The Go Daily" 2 Minute Radio & Podcast Program. This is a daily program airing across the United States, and World via the internet and radio stations. "On The Go Daily" is used to encourage, challenge, and motivate Christians in their daily walk. Pray for Keith, Joan, the On The Go Staff, and special guests as they share on these 2 minute broadcasts. You can hear these programs via our website if it is not available in your area.
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 August 9, 2014
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Friday, August 8, 2014
Be Strong
Be Strong by Laurie McTier
"Be strong, all you people of the land,' declares the LORD, 'and work. For I am with you,' declares the LORD Almighty." Haggai 2:4
On a recent medical team to Costa Rica, I discovered that our schedule had to be adjusted, and God made it possible for the team to attend church services before going out to our first clinic site.
The service was wonderful as we joined in with praise and worship and then listened as many shared testimonies of how God is working in their lives. The Gospel message was presented, and there were many who responded to the invitation. During the invitation I had gone down with other team members to pray for those who made decisions for Christ. As I returned to my seat, a gentleman pulled me aside and began speaking to me in Spanish. I could sense God had placed something on his heart, and I found the first interpreter available so that I could understand what he was trying to tell me.
The interpreter shared Haggai 2:4 as the gentleman told me that God had given him this verse for our team. This young man did not know that I was the director of the team, all he knew was that God wanted him to be the messenger. God wanted our team to know that in Him, we must be Bold, Strong, and Courageous. He wanted us to know that He was going to bless each clinic and outreach event that our team encountered. As the interpreter read this verse, God began to press upon my heart that He was going to go before the team, and that He was going be with our hands and our feet, and He would shower us with His blessings.
During this week our Medical Team faced many obstacles, both physical and spiritual, but we clung to God's Promises. We knew that God wanted us to be strong and courageous. We knew that He was with us, and we rested in the fact that we were doing the work that He had called us to do.
My prayer for you today is that God will put a song and a scripture verse on your heart. May His Word become your strength, your power, and your directive force as you seek to put God first.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for boldness, strength, and direction as you seek to serve God and walk in the center of His will.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's "Adopt An Evangelist" program. This program provides funding and support for various missions and evangelists around the world.
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 August 8, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2008, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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"Be strong, all you people of the land,' declares the LORD, 'and work. For I am with you,' declares the LORD Almighty." Haggai 2:4
On a recent medical team to Costa Rica, I discovered that our schedule had to be adjusted, and God made it possible for the team to attend church services before going out to our first clinic site.
The service was wonderful as we joined in with praise and worship and then listened as many shared testimonies of how God is working in their lives. The Gospel message was presented, and there were many who responded to the invitation. During the invitation I had gone down with other team members to pray for those who made decisions for Christ. As I returned to my seat, a gentleman pulled me aside and began speaking to me in Spanish. I could sense God had placed something on his heart, and I found the first interpreter available so that I could understand what he was trying to tell me.
The interpreter shared Haggai 2:4 as the gentleman told me that God had given him this verse for our team. This young man did not know that I was the director of the team, all he knew was that God wanted him to be the messenger. God wanted our team to know that in Him, we must be Bold, Strong, and Courageous. He wanted us to know that He was going to bless each clinic and outreach event that our team encountered. As the interpreter read this verse, God began to press upon my heart that He was going to go before the team, and that He was going be with our hands and our feet, and He would shower us with His blessings.
During this week our Medical Team faced many obstacles, both physical and spiritual, but we clung to God's Promises. We knew that God wanted us to be strong and courageous. We knew that He was with us, and we rested in the fact that we were doing the work that He had called us to do.
My prayer for you today is that God will put a song and a scripture verse on your heart. May His Word become your strength, your power, and your directive force as you seek to put God first.
Daily Prayer Focus: Pray for boldness, strength, and direction as you seek to serve God and walk in the center of His will.
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The Go's "Adopt An Evangelist" program. This program provides funding and support for various missions and evangelists around the world.
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 August 8, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2008, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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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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Thursday, August 7, 2014
How Great Is Your God?
How Great Is Your God? by Gloria Brandon
"To whom then will you liken God? Or what likeness will you compare Him?" Isaiah 40:18
How Great Is Your God? Who can compare to your God?
In Isaiah 40, Isaiah tells us how great God is. It is God...
• Whose arm shall rule for Him (vs. 10)
• Who measures the waters in the hollow of His hand (vs. 12)
• Who measures the heaven with a span (which is the width of the out-stretched hand) (vs. 12)
• Who weighed the mountains and the hills in scales and balances (vs. 12)
• Who directed and taught the Holy Spirit (vs. 13)
• Who lifted the Isles as if it were a little thing (vs.15)
• Who stretches out the heavens like a curtain (vs. 22)
• Who numbers the stars and calls them by name (vs. 26)
• Who is the Creator of all the earth (vs. 28)
• Who gives power to the weak (vs. 29)
So who compares to God?
It certainly is not the nations, they are but a drop in the bucket (vs. 15), actually less than nothing and worthless before God (vs. 17). Even humanity doesn't compare to God. We are but grasshoppers according to verse 22.
How great is your God?
To what or whom are you giving the honor that belongs only to God? There is no comparison to the greatness of God!
Do you need strength today from the Creator of the universe?
"They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles. They shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31
Daily Prayer: Praise God for His Greatness!
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The GoAudio Podcasts and Radio Ministries. Currently we are producing various programs which go over the internet and international airwaves. Pray that God will continue to bless the On The GoAudio Podcasts and that He will expand the listening base. Visit OnTheGo.org to hear past broadcasts.
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 August 7, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2008, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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"To whom then will you liken God? Or what likeness will you compare Him?" Isaiah 40:18
How Great Is Your God? Who can compare to your God?
In Isaiah 40, Isaiah tells us how great God is. It is God...
• Whose arm shall rule for Him (vs. 10)
• Who measures the waters in the hollow of His hand (vs. 12)
• Who measures the heaven with a span (which is the width of the out-stretched hand) (vs. 12)
• Who weighed the mountains and the hills in scales and balances (vs. 12)
• Who directed and taught the Holy Spirit (vs. 13)
• Who lifted the Isles as if it were a little thing (vs.15)
• Who stretches out the heavens like a curtain (vs. 22)
• Who numbers the stars and calls them by name (vs. 26)
• Who is the Creator of all the earth (vs. 28)
• Who gives power to the weak (vs. 29)
So who compares to God?
It certainly is not the nations, they are but a drop in the bucket (vs. 15), actually less than nothing and worthless before God (vs. 17). Even humanity doesn't compare to God. We are but grasshoppers according to verse 22.
How great is your God?
To what or whom are you giving the honor that belongs only to God? There is no comparison to the greatness of God!
Do you need strength today from the Creator of the universe?
"They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles. They shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31
Daily Prayer: Praise God for His Greatness!
On The Go Prayer Focus: On The GoAudio Podcasts and Radio Ministries. Currently we are producing various programs which go over the internet and international airwaves. Pray that God will continue to bless the On The GoAudio Podcasts and that He will expand the listening base. Visit OnTheGo.org to hear past broadcasts.
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 August 7, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2008, 2014 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
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E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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Wednesday, August 6, 2014
What Will You DO?
What Will You DO? by Keith Cook
"And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work." Nehemiah 2:18
Right now each of us have many opportunities around us. "What will we do?" "What are our options?"
We could STAY AWAY: That is, we could do absolutely nothing. In doing nothing we leave a friend or associate alone and defenseless. To stay away takes no effort or faith on our part and offers no challenge with no rewards. When a person stays away from helping or coming to a person's aid they disqualify themselves from being a "messenger sent from GOD". As Christians we believe we are messengers of God. We can not help but preach, heal, pray, sing, and help!
We could STAY BACK: There is safety in this kind of attitude, yet on the other hand, there is no excitement or action. When you stay back you watch from a safety zone like a couch potato. You view life but do not really live life to its fullest. You critique and offer comment to others because it is easier than being in the game yourself. You are like an armchair quarterback who always could do it better but never does. If this describes you, you may wonder what it would be like to help another individual and be used of God. Do you find yourself never really feeling complete in your service to the Lord and others?
Do you wish you could DO something but you do not DO anything?
Let's press on!
Taking a risk and going the extra mile with someone takes courage, which is the majority of what enCOURAGEment is. In other words, encouragement means to have the courage to stand along side someone and be counted.
Praise God you have the courage to be an enCOURAGEment to those people God will send into your life to minister to this day.
In your willingness to serve God today by faith you have not stayed away and will not stay back!
What will you do? You will do all God has for you to do!
Daily Prayer Focus: God, forgive me for staying back when someone may have needed encouragement from me. Thank you that you supply the courage we need for the ministry of encouragement.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Development Ministries of On The Go. This ministry team helps On The Go stay on the go! Many individuals want to make an investment in eternity through On The Go Ministries. Through their wills, trusts, monthly electronic funds transfers, donations of stocks, and planned giving they do just that. If you are interested in helping On The Go take the Gospel around the world through your giving and financial support please let them know. Visit OnTheGo.org for details.
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 August 6, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Permission is granted to "forward" this devotional to friends and acquaintances. All other rights reserved.
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E-zine Editor, Laurie McTier, laurie@onthego.org
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"And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work." Nehemiah 2:18
Right now each of us have many opportunities around us. "What will we do?" "What are our options?"
We could STAY AWAY: That is, we could do absolutely nothing. In doing nothing we leave a friend or associate alone and defenseless. To stay away takes no effort or faith on our part and offers no challenge with no rewards. When a person stays away from helping or coming to a person's aid they disqualify themselves from being a "messenger sent from GOD". As Christians we believe we are messengers of God. We can not help but preach, heal, pray, sing, and help!
We could STAY BACK: There is safety in this kind of attitude, yet on the other hand, there is no excitement or action. When you stay back you watch from a safety zone like a couch potato. You view life but do not really live life to its fullest. You critique and offer comment to others because it is easier than being in the game yourself. You are like an armchair quarterback who always could do it better but never does. If this describes you, you may wonder what it would be like to help another individual and be used of God. Do you find yourself never really feeling complete in your service to the Lord and others?
Do you wish you could DO something but you do not DO anything?
Let's press on!
Taking a risk and going the extra mile with someone takes courage, which is the majority of what enCOURAGEment is. In other words, encouragement means to have the courage to stand along side someone and be counted.
Praise God you have the courage to be an enCOURAGEment to those people God will send into your life to minister to this day.
In your willingness to serve God today by faith you have not stayed away and will not stay back!
What will you do? You will do all God has for you to do!
Daily Prayer Focus: God, forgive me for staying back when someone may have needed encouragement from me. Thank you that you supply the courage we need for the ministry of encouragement.
On The Go Prayer Focus: The Development Ministries of On The Go. This ministry team helps On The Go stay on the go! Many individuals want to make an investment in eternity through On The Go Ministries. Through their wills, trusts, monthly electronic funds transfers, donations of stocks, and planned giving they do just that. If you are interested in helping On The Go take the Gospel around the world through your giving and financial support please let them know. Visit OnTheGo.org for details.
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 August 6, 2014
Brought to you each day by On The Go Ministries / Keith Cook Team
Copyright (c) 2002, 2014 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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