Tag: Aisha Darwesh
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Devotional for June 1st, 2018
The Word: 1 Corinthians 2:6-9 Amplified: 6 Yet we do speak wisdom among those spiritually mature [believers who have teachable hearts and a greater understanding]; but [it is a higher] wisdom not [the wisdom] of this present age nor of the rulers and leaders of this age, who are passing away; 7 but we speak God’s…
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Devotional for May 4th, 2018
I. The Word: Romans 11:22-24 (NLT): 22 Notice how God is both kind and severe. He is severe toward those who disobeyed, but kind to you if you continue to trust in his kindness. But if you stop trusting, you also will be cut off. 23 And if the people of Israel turn from their…
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Devotional for April 27th, 2018
The Word: Exodus 32:1-8 When the people saw how long it was taking Moses to come back down the mountain, they gathered around Aaron. “Come on,” they said, “make us some gods who can lead us. We don’t know what happened to this fellow Moses, who brought us here from the land of Egypt.” 2 So…
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Devotional for April 20th, 2018
The Word Isaiah 41:10 AMPC Fear not [there is nothing to fear], for I am with you; do not look around you in terror and be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen and harden you to difficulties, yes, I will help you; yes, I will hold you up and retain you with…
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Devotional for April 13th, 2018
I. The Word “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. (Matthew 25:41) They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might (2 Thessalonians 1:9)…
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Devotional for April 6th, 2018
The Road to Emmaus By Aisha Darwesh Although it hurts God to see us on a path of doubt and questioning His Word, the very essence of who He is, He loves us far too much to leave us on our way without meeting us on the road. On the first day that Jesus had…
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Devotional for March 30th, 2018
The Word: Joshua 1:5-9 (Amplified) No man will [be able to] stand before you [to oppose you] as long as you live. Just as I was [present] with Moses, so will I be with you; I will not fail you or abandon you. Be strong and confident and courageous, for you will give this people…
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Devotional for March 23rd, 2018
The Word 15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth. 17 You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need…
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Devotional for March 16th, 2018
The Word Proverbs 11:12-13 (AMP) He who despises his neighbor lacks sense, But a man of understanding keeps silent. He who goes about as a gossip reveals secrets, But he who is trustworthy and faithful keeps a matter hidden. Proverbs 17:9 (AMP) He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love, But he who repeats…
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Devotional for March 9th, 2018
I. The Word Ephesians 4:29 Do not let unwholesome [foul, profane, worthless, vulgar] words ever come out of your mouth, but only such speech as is good for building up others, according to the need and the occasion, so that it will be a blessing to those who hear [you speak]. Psalm 12:6 The words…
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Devotional for March 2nd, 2018
I. The Word Isaiah 61:7-10 ESV 7Instead of your shame there shall be a double portion; instead of dishonor they shall rejoice in their lot; therefore in their land they shall possess a double portion; they shall have everlasting joy. 8For I the LORD love justice; I hate robbery and wrong; I will faithfully give…
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Devotional for February 23rd, 2018
I. The Word: Isaiah 61:1-3 1The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me, for the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. 2He has sent me to…
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Devotional for February 16th, 2018
I. The Word The Lord, the Psalmist’s Shepherd. 23 A Psalm of David. 1 The Lord is my Shepherd [to feed, to guide and to shield me], I shall not want. 2 He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still and quiet waters. 3 He refreshes and restores my…
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Devotional for February 9th, 2018
The Word: Mark 4:15 The ones along the path are those who have the Word sown [in their hearts], but when they hear, Satan comes at once and [by force] takes away the message which is sown in them (AMP). Here, we find the introduction of the doubt. In this case, the seed was sown along…
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Devotional for February 1st, 2018
The Word: Psalm 3:1-4 (Amplified Bible) O Lord, how my enemies have increased! Many are rising up against me. Many are saying of me, “There is no help [no salvation] for him in God.” Selah. But You, O Lord, are a shield for me, My glory [and my honor], and the One who lifts my…
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Special Entry by Aisha Darwesh
The Word: “The council members were astonished as they witnessed the bold courage of Peter and John, especially when they discovered that they were just ordinary men who had never had religious training. Then they began to understand the effect Jesus had on them simply by spending time with him. Standing there with them was…
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Devotional for December 22nd, 2017
The Word: Luke 12:13-21 (NLT) Parable of the Rich Fool Then someone called from the crowd, “Teacher, please tell my brother to divide our father’s estate with me.”Jesus replied, “Friend, who made me a judge over you to decide such things as that?” Then he said, “Beware! Guard against every kind of greed. Life is…
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Devotional for December 15th, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 5:3-8 MSG There’s more to come: We continue to shout our praise even when we’re hemmed in with troubles, because we know how troubles can develop passionate patience in us, and how that patience in turn forges the tempered steel of virtue, keeping us alert for whatever God will do next.…
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Devotional for December 8th, 2017
I. The Word: 28 Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls. Take My yoke upon you and learn of Me, for I am gentle (meek) and humble (lowly) in heart, and you will find…
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Devotional for December 1st, 2017
I. The Word: “When you set your eyes on wealth, it is [suddenly] gone. For wealth certainly makes itself wings Like an eagle that flies to the heavens.” –Proverbs 23:5 (Amplified) “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant…
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Devotional for November 17th, 2017
I. The Word: Ephesian 5:5 You can be sure that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of Christ and of God. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. Ephesians 5:5 In Caesarea there lived a Roman army officer named Cornelius, who was a captain of…
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Devotional for November 10th, 2017
I. The Word: 2 Timothy 2:3-4 AMP Take with me your share of hardship [passing through the difficulties which you are called to endure], like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier in active service gets entangled in the [ordinary business] affairs of civilian life; [he avoids them] so that he may please the…
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Devotional for November 3rd, 2017
What Do You Think About Jesus? I usually spend devotional time with God in the mornings. One day this past week, I skipped out on that time with God in the morning. It wasn’t because I didn’t have enough time or was intentionally blowing Him off. For whatever reason, I just got caught up doing…
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Devotional for October 27th, 2017
I. The Word: Luke 22:56-62 & John 21:15-17 (NLT) Luke 22:56-62 A servant girl noticed him [Peter] in the firelight and began staring at him. Finally she said, “This man was one of Jesus’ followers!” But Peter denied it. “Woman,” he said, “I don’t even know him!” After a while someone else looked at him and said,…
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Devotional for October 20th, 2017
I. The Word: Psalm 27:14 (Amplified) Wait for and confidently expect the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord. II. Study Questions 1. How do you feel about waiting? Is it something you enjoy or despise or don’t even think about? 2. For those who are married,…
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Devotional for October 13th, 2017
I. The Word: Mark 4:30-32 30 Jesus said, “How can I describe the Kingdom of God? What story should I use to illustrate it? 31 It is like a mustard seed planted in the ground. It is the smallest of all seeds, 32 but it becomes the largest of all garden plants; it grows long…
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Devotional for August 25th, 2017
I. The Word: Acts 4:27-31 27 “For truly against Your holy Servant Jesus, whom You anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles and the people of Israel, were gathered together 28 to do whatever Your hand and Your purpose determined before to be done. 29 Now, Lord, look on their threats, and grant…
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Devotional for July 21st, 2017
I. The Word: 2 Timothy 2:3-7 3 Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. 5 An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. 6 It is the hard-working farmer…
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Devotional for June 23rd, 2017
I. The Word: Exodus 20:1-3 1 Then God spoke all these words: 2 “I am the Lord your God, who has brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. 3 “You shall have no other gods before Me. II. Reflection Questions: What are some things you typically do…
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Devotional for May 30th, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 16:3-16 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, 4 who risked their own necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles. 5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who…
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Devotional for May 12th, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 13:12-13 12 The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light. 13 Let us walk properly as in the daytime, not in orgies and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and sensuality, not in…
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Devotional for April 22nd, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 10:16-21 (ESV) 16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed what he has heard from us?” 17 So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ. 18 But I ask, have they not heard? Indeed they have, for “Their voice…
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Devotional for March 30th, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 7:13-25 13 Did that which is good, then, bring death to me? By no means! It was sin, producing death in me through what is good, in order that sin might be shown to be sin, and through the commandment might become sinful beyond measure. 14 For we know that the…
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Devotional for March 8th, 2017
I. The Word: Romans 4:9-12 9 Is this blessing then only for the circumcised, or also for the uncircumcised? For we say that faith was counted to Abraham as righteousness. 10 How then was it counted to him? Was it before or after he had been circumcised? It was not after, but before he was circumcised. 11 He received the sign of…
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