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Thwarting God’s Power by Unbelief // Matthew 13:54-58

Sunday, January 31, 2010
Jesus told them, "A prophet is honored everywhere except in his own hometown and among his own family." Matthew 13:57 NRSV

Rejected at Home // Luke 4:23-24

Saturday, January 30, 2010
Then he said, “You will undoubtedly quote me this proverb: ‘Physician, heal yourself’ – meaning, ‘Do miracles here in your hometown like those you did in Capernaum.’ But I tell you the truth, no prophet is accepted in his own hometown.” Luke 4:23-24 NLT

Is Not This Joseph’s Son? // Luke 4:16-22

Friday, January 29, 2010
Everyone spoke well of him and was amazed by the gracious words that came from his lips. “How can this be?” they asked. “Isn’t this Joseph’s son?” Luke 4:22 NLT

The Lord Disciplines Those He Loves // Proverbs 3:5-12

Thursday, January 28, 2010
My child, don’t reject the Lord’s discipline, and don’t be upset when he corrects you. For the Lord corrects those he loves, just as a father corrects a child in whom he delights. Proverbs 3:11-12 NTL

Rejecting God’s Command // Mark 7:5-13

Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Their worship is a farce, for they teach man-made ideas as commands from God! For you ignore God’s law and substitute your own tradition. Mark 7:7-8 NLT

No Knowledge of God // Hosea 4:1-6

Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Hear the word of the Lord, O people of Israel! The Lord has brought charges against you, saying: “There is no faithfulness, no kindness, no knowledge of God in your land.” Hosea 4:1 NLT

A Timeless Sacrifice // Hebrews 10:10–18

Monday, January 25, 2010
But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins "he sat down at the right hand of God,” and since then has been waiting "until his enemies would be made a footstool for his feet." For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are sanctified. And the Holy Spirit also testifies to us, for after saying, Hebrews 10:12–15

A Man of Suffering // Isaiah 53:1-9

He was despised and rejected – a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our backs on him and looked the other way. He was despised, and we did not care. Isaiah 53:3 NLT

The Father’s Gracious Will // Matthew 11:25-36

Sunday, January 24, 2010
At that time Jesus said, "I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants. Matthew 11:25

Prayer and Faith // Matthew 21:18-22

Saturday, January 23, 2010
You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” Matthew 21:22 NLT

Pray for Your Persecutors // Matthew 5:43-48

Friday, January 22, 2010
But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! Matthew 5:44 NLT

Prayer and Blessing on Children // Matthew 19:13-15

Thursday, January 21, 2010
One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so he could lay his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering him. But Jesus said, “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them. For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” Matthew 19:13-14 NLT

Praying Alone // Matthew 14:22-33

Wednesday, January 20, 2010
After sending them home, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. Night fell while he was there alone. Matthew 14:23 NLT

Whenever You Pray // Matthew 6:5-8

Tuesday, January 19, 2010
But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you. Matthew 6:6 NLT

A Listening Father // John 11:38-44

Monday, January 18, 2010
Jesus responded, “Didn’t I tell you that you would see God’s glory if you believe?” So they rolled the stone aside. Then Jesus looked up to heaven and said, “Father, thank you for hearing me.” John 11:40-41 NLT

Healed and Heard // Matthew 9:24-34; 11:2-6

Sunday, January 17, 2010
The blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cured, the deaf hear, the dead are raised to life, and the Good News is being preached to the poor. . Matthew 11:5

Sent Out to Heal // Matthew 10:1-8

Saturday, January 16, 2010
Go and announce to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received!” Matthew 10:7-8 NLT

The Father’s Loving Care // Hosea 11:1-4

Friday, January 15, 2010
I led Israel along with my ropes of kindness and love. I lifted the yoke from his neck, and I myself stopped to feed him. Hosea 11:4 NLT

An Amazing Faith // Matthew 8:5-13

Thursday, January 14, 2010
But the officer said, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come into my home. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed. When Jesus heard this, he was amazed. Turning to those who were following him, he said, “I tell you the truth, I haven’t seen faith like this in all Israel!” Matthew 8:8,10 NLT

A Prayer for Healing // 2 Kings 20:1-7

Wednesday, January 13, 2010
“Go back to Hezekiah, the leader of my people. Tell him, This is what the Lord, the God of your ancestor David, says: I have heard your prayer and seen your tears. I will heal you, and three days from now you will get out of bed and go to the Temple of the Lord.” 2 Kings 20:5 NLT

A Cry for Healing // Psalm 107:17-22

Tuesday, January 12, 2010
“Lord, help!” they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them, snatching them from the door of death. Psalm 107:19-20 NLT

A Physician is Needed // Luke 5:27-32

Monday, January 11, 2010
Jesus answered them, "Healthy people don't need a doctor – sick people do. I have come to call sinners to turn from their sins, not to spend my time with those who think they are already good enough." Luke 5:31-32 NLT

Jesus’ Victory over Temptation // Matthew 4:1-11

Sunday, January 10, 2010
Jesus said to him, "Away with you, Satan! for it is written, "Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.' " Matthew 4:10

Our Temptation and God’s Faithfulness // I Corinthians 10:6-13

Saturday, January 9, 2010
The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. I Corinthians 10:13 NLT

The Way to Pray // Matthew 6:9-15

Friday, January 8, 2010
Pray like this: Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today the food we need, and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. and don’t let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one. Matthew 6:9-13 NLT

Stay Awake and Pray // Matthew 26:36-46

Thursday, January 7, 2010
Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak! Matthew 26:41 NLT

Restore Others but Take Care // Galatians 6:1-5

Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself. Galatians 6:1 NLT

Times of Testing // Luke 8:5-8, 11-15

Tuesday, January 5, 2010
The seeds that fell on the footpath represent those who hear the message, only to have the devil come and take it away from their hearts and prevent them from believing and being saved. The seeds on the rocky soil represent those who hear the message and receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they believe for a while, then they fall away when they face temptation. The seeds that fell among the thorns represent those who hear the message, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the cares and riches and pleasures of this life. Luke 8:12-14 NLT

Enduring Trials and Temptations // James 1:12-16

Monday, January 4, 2010
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation! Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 NLT

Jesus Baptized by John // Matthew 3:1-6, 11-17

Sunday, January 3, 2010
And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased." Matthew 3:1 7 NRSV

Buried and Raised with Christ // Romans 6:1-11

Saturday, January 2, 2010
For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives. Romans 6:4 NLT

Revelation to the Gentiles // Luke 2:25-35

Friday, January 1, 2010
“Sovereign Lord, now let your servant die in peace, as you have promised. I have seen your salvation, which you have prepared for all people. He is a light to reveal God to the nations, and he is the glory of your people Israel!” Luke 2:29-32 NLT

The Necessity of Repentance // Matthew 3:7-10

Prove by the way you live that you have repented of your sins and turned to God. Matthew 3:8 NLT