Day 179: Job 13-15; Acts 8:26-40
by Jonathan Merki on June 28th, 2023
Let's keep this thread going. Now Philip the layman reminds us that everyone matters in the Body of Christ and that everyone is part of fulfilling the Great Commission (to go disciple-making in all nations). He has been used greatly of God in Samaria, now he is about to influence the world for Jesus (Acts 8:26-40). Here's my take-away from Philip. He obeys God's direction...he goes when God sends ... Read More
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Day 178: Job 10-12; Acts 8:4-25
by Jonathan Merki on June 27th, 2023
Every power, or display thereof, pales in comparison to the power of God at work in our world, and especially at work in the human heart. Simon, the Magician (Acts 8:9-24) had gained great wealth and influence through his 'sorcery' but it was no match for the working of the Holy Spirit through a 'mere' layman named Philip. I say 'mere' because in the world's eyes he was of no importance. He co-adm... Read More
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Day 177: Job 7-9; Acts 7:37-8:3
by Jonathan Merki on June 26th, 2023
Job asks, "...but how can a person be justified before God? " (9:2) He carries on his thought process and draws it to a close: "For he is not a man like me, that I can answer him...There is no mediator between us..." (9:32-33). Truth be known, no one can answer this challenge in his, or her, own strength and ability.Thanks be to God Who has answered Job's challenge! "Therefore, since we have been ... Read More
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Day 176: Job 4-6; Acts 7:1-36
by Jonathan Merki on June 25th, 2023
This morning I read a quote so powerful, I must pass it on for your reflection. This, says E.M. Bounds is what power is at the disposal of those who truly pray:"The utmost possibilities of prayer have rarely been realized. The promises of God are so great to those who truly pray, that when He puts Himself fully into the hands of the praying ones, it almost staggers our faith and leaves us amazed."... Read More
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Day 175: Job 1-3; Acts 7:1-36
by Jonathan Merki on June 24th, 2023
"What did I ever do to deserve this? I must have done something wrong!" This question/statement that I have heard hundreds of times in my lifetime was raised again last week. In fact, I am quite certain that most of you reading this devotional thought have asked the same question at some point on your journey. Both Job and Stephen, from our daily readings, were exceptional men. God Himself endorse... Read More
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Day 174: Esther 7-10; Acts 6
by Jonathan Merki on June 23rd, 2023
If you are ever tempted to say, "I am only..." as a way of speaking of your insignificance or inadequacy to a task, consider the layperson Stephen (Acts 6-7). He was a 'servant' (deacon), who, full of the Holy Spirit, took on the Jewish ruling council, the Sanhedrin. Yes, the same group that chastised and flogged the apostles, Peter and John. What got Stephen into their presence was the way the Ho... Read More
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