Based on “The Name of Jesus – Confess and Bow” by Pastor Mark Balmer;
8/14-15/10, Message #6059; Daily Devotional #5 - “Let Us Bow”
Preparing the Soil (Introduction): My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you – I, whom you have redeemed. (Psalm 71:23) “God gave Jesus a name that means He is LORD of Heaven and Earth. He is the master of ALL LIFE; Jesus is GOD.” (Pastor Mark Balmer)
Planting and Watering the Seed (Growth): Nothing compares to the joy in your heart as a result of Jesus being your Lord and Savior. Think about it; our God, our Creator, our Savior wants to be our Lord. That alone is incredible. He wants to give us everything we need; life, grace, mercy, peace, and joy. What does He want us to do? Simply obey. If you love me, you will obey what I command. (John 14:15) Obey, and He promises to take care of us. Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in his ways. (Psalm 128:1) Obey, and He is glorified. We do not need to worry about life; we just need to obey, and He will walk us through all trials. Your statutes are wonderful; therefore I obey them. (Psalm 119:129) It can be difficult to give Him all of our troubles, worries, and burdens. When you find yourself hesitating, remember who He is. You can trust Him. The LORD hears the needy and does not despise his captive people. (Psalm 69:33) He is faithful, and He will be with you always. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. (John 14:18) He loves you. He will not let you fall. He will not let your foot slip – he who watches over you will not slumber. (Psalm 121:3) You are precious in His eyes, and He watches over you. The Lord watches over you – the Lord is your shade at your right hand. (Psalm 121:5) He is good. He is love. He is all knowing. He is awesome in power. He is Jesus. Lift your eyes up to Him. Praise the LORD. How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and fitting to praise him! (Psalm 147:1)
Harvesting the Crop (Action/Response): His greatness is simply indescribable. Meditate on His greatness. Give Him thanks for His love. Wrap yourself in His love for you. There is power in the name of Jesus. Allow Him to be your Master every day; you can trust Him! The LORD delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. (Psalm 147:11)
Cultivating (Additional Reading): Psalm 138
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