"Word of God Speak"

August 28, 2011 (Ezekiel 1-3; Revelation 2)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “Therefore remember from where you have fallen, and repent and do the deeds you did at first; or else I am coming to you and will remove your lampstand out of its place, unless you repent.” Revelation 2:5 NASB

Observation: This is a pretty stern message sent to one of the seven churches. To me its a very strong warning against apostasy. To remember from where you have fallen shows one can fall, and to repent and do the deeds you did at first simply means, get back on track and live the life Christ has given you as an ensample. Jesus was clear as can be when He said if you don’t repent, the lampstand would be removed from its place.

Application: Many people have taken this scripture many different ways. For me, the main point is to stay connected to Christ and the life He’s given you. Don’t risk the blessings of God by embracing the sin of satan. Keep clear from satan and walk in the newness of life Christ gave you. If you really love Christ, you will keep His commandments. If you really love Christ, living for Him will be your pleasure, not a burden. Have you fallen? Have you repented? There’s no better time than now!

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You so much for Your word! It’s true forever and ever. You provided all the encouragement, correction, guidance, and warning to ensure we will make it home. Help me hear Your word, help me love Your word, help me live Your word. Forgive me I pray for straying away from Your path, I repent and desire to be restored to You completely. Protect me from my enemies and deliver me from their evil plans of devastation. In Jesus name, Amen.

August 27, 2011 (Jeremiah 52; Revelation 1; Psalm 143-144)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “Therefore my spirit is overwhelmed within me; My heart is appalled within me.” Psalm 143:4 NASB

Observation: This is when you seek God with your whole heart. David was at the end of his rope so to speak. He was at the end of what he could do in his own strength. His spirit had become overwhelmed when he realized just how weak he was. His heart was filled with fear of what was going to happen to him. Here David was seeking God with a broken will, and a humbled spirit.

Application: We read of David and think of how wonderful it was to seek God on this level. But do we ever stop and think of the agony David was in? Do you realize to seek God on this level you must come to the point where you have no more strength. Have you ever felt your spirit was overwhelmed? Has your heart ever been filled with the fear of an enemy? These are not pleasant times in our lives, but without them we would never know a seeking experience like this.

Prayer: Dear Lord, I am instructed in Your word to give thanks in all things, so I thank you for the trials that lead me to the end of myself. My spirit is overwhelmed and my heart is filled with fear from the roar of my enemy. I seek you with my whole heart, deliver me from the hands of my enemy. Lift me up from the depths of despair, set my feet on solid, stable ground. Move on my behalf because of Your names sake. Protect me, for I am Yours! In Jesus name, Amen.

August 26, 2011 (Jeremiah 50-51; 3 John)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “My people have become lost sheep; their shepherds have led them astray. They have made them turn aside on the mountains; they have gone along from mountain to hill and have forgotten their resting place.” Jeremiah 50:6 NASB

Observation: This seems to be a consistent theme with God’s people throughout history and in our current day. Like dumb sheep we listen to the shepherd’s that lead us astray, yet we have God’s word that clearly shows us the way. We move from mountain to hill seeking rest and a safe place, but we have forgotten that rest and peace are found only in Him and His ways.

Application: So how do we avoid this? Are the answers not found within the pages of God’s word? If there was ever a time that we need to seek God in His word it’s now. We have the example of past generations that clearly show us the results of going our own way. Destruction and pain is all that’s on that path. Get out God’s word and seek Him to lead you. Ask Him to make His word a lamp that will light the pathway for us to walk.

Prayer: Dear Lord, help me see Your light. Help me understand and apply Your truth to this life of mine. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies and from the bondage of myself. Build a hedge of protection around Dawn, Gracie and me, that not only keeps the enemy out, but us where we should be. In Jesus name, Amen.

August 25, 2011 (Jeremiah 37-39; Psalm 79; 2 John)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “Then the officials said to the king, Now let this man be put to death, inasmuch as he is discouraging the men of war who are left in this city and all the people, by speaking such words to them; for this man is not seeking the well-being of this people but rather their harm.” Jeremiah 38:4 NASB

Observation: The officials are trying to have Jeremiah put to death because they don’t like the prophecy he is proclaiming. To say the least, Jeremiah was not “politically correct”. He proclaimed what God had spoken to him, even though it was doom to the people. These people only wanted a “good” prophecy proclaimed from the prophet, and if he wouldn’t give them what they wanted, they would just kill him!

Application: My, my, how little we’ve changed as a people. This passage of scripture can certainly be recognized as being repeated today. The people only want a positive message proclaimed. None of that bloody gospel stuff. None of that wrath of God stuff. None of that forsake sin and live righteously stuff. Tell us what we want to hear, what will make us “feel good” or else we’ll get rid of you! God bless the modern day prophet to stand firm just as Jeremiah did, even when facing death by the one’s he was sent to help.

Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your mercy and grace that far exceeds my understanding. Your patience is amazing too. Help me hear the words You speak to me and provide courage and boldness to proclaim the message in spite of the consequences. Anoint ears, hearts, minds and souls to receive the truth, not just the “feel good” message. Whatever happens, help me hold on to Christ, in Jesus name, Amen.

August 24, 2011 (Jeremiah 33-34; Psalm 74; 1 John 5)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” Jeremiah 33:3 NASB

Observation: Call on God. He knows the answer to all things. Listen to Him, He will tell you great and mighty things. His desire is to hear from you today. He longs to hear your voice call unto Him for guidance, understanding and direction.

Application: How often do you call to God? Most people only call to God when they are in a situation they can’t get out of. They treat God like He’s a genie in a bottle, not the creator of everything. Why do we expect God to recognize our voice when we talk to Him so little? Seek Him daily in prayer. Call to God on the good days too! Have you called Him today yet?

Prayer: Father, thank You for the blessing of being able to call to You. Thank You for not only hearing, but answering the call of Your people. Tell me great and mighty things Lord, which I do not know, I’m listening. I long to hear You speak to me. I long to hear You say, “this is the way, walk in it”. Guide my feet Lord with the lamp of thy word. Keep me from harm and protect me from my enemies. Thank You Father, in Jesus name, Amen.

August 23, 2011 (Jeremiah 31-32; 1 John 4)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “We are from God; he who knows God listens to us; he who is not from God does not listen to us. By this we know the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.” 1 John 4:6

Observation: Those who listen, receive and accept the message of Christ are God’s people. If people do not hear and receive the message of Christ that God has given us, they are none of His. We will know if a person is controlled by the spirit of truth or the spirit of error by the message they proclaim and the life they live.

Application: This is why we must “test” the spirits to see whether they are of God or not. When we hear a message given that is “from the Lord” we will know it by the spirit it is birthed from. We must study God’s word and be filled with the Holy Spirit to discern between the two spirits. Satan is clever enough to try to disguise himself as the spirit of truth but when the light of God’s word is shown upon him, he is exposed. Stay alert and test the spirits according to the truth of God’s word.

Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your presence that clearly shows us the spirit of truth and the spirit of error. Fill me with the Holy Spirit Lord, so that I may rightly discern between the spirit of truth and the spirit of error. Teach me Your word and revel to me Your truth, in Jesus name, Amen.

August 22, 2011 (Jeremiah 28-30; 1 John 3)

From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:

Scripture: “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13 NASB

Observation: God’s people had just learned they would remain in exile for seventy years instead of the two years that was falsely prophesied. God has plans that are good for them, not of calamity. He desires to give them a prosperous future and hope. He tells them in verse 13, that they will seek Him and find Him when they search for Him with all their heart.

Application: Is God present in your life? Do you know where He is? Have you spoken to Him lately? Has He spoken to you lately? If we desire to hear from God it will require some discipline on our part. We must seek Him and search for Him with all our heart. If we do this, then we will surely find Him and His plans of hope for our future. He is faithful, yesterday, today and forevermore!

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for all Your blessings, mercy and grace. Thank You for providing Your word for me to have and to hold. I realize that You have plans of prosperity for me and not plans of harm. You have plans of hope and a future for me, I’m so thankful. Help me become a vessel that brings You honor and provides glory for Your name. I seek You with all my heart, I desire to hear you speak, that’s why I search Your word daily, to find You. Word of God, speak to me in Jesus name, Amen!