Today’s Thought “Bible Toter” G. Ward

Now there was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews; this man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” John 3:1-2

Quoting Truth is more perceived than activity therein. Moreover, while intelligence seems admirable, worthy of medal presentation, the only test that counts will be that which embraces eternal positioning. Therefore, my Wednesday’s posturing desires obliteration so as to present WHO my Shelter is.

Today’s Thought “Without Proper Application” G. Ward

 “Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil an opportunity.” Ephesians 4:26-27

Have you ever blundered by an exaggerated moment in anger furthering great contention because a prior event violated your conscience? Frustration, although real to experience is without qualified management found in man; it must surrender to the Author of peace (1 Cor.14:33). The Shelter provided therein will disquiet future egregious acts; particularly when we recall being rescued.

A pattern established on Tuesday can ultimately be a habit worth emulating from an adversary once thought of as irreconcilable (*Col.1:21).

Today’s Thought “Heart Surgery” G. Ward

“Now when He was in Jerusalem at the Passover, during the feast, many believed in His name, observing His signs which He was doing. But Jesus, on His part, was not entrusting Himself to them, for He knew all men, and because He did not need anyone to testify concerning man, for He Himself knew what was in man.” John 2:23-25

If/when you follow a man with great regard among men for a portion of the day, you’ll soon witness his humanity outside of perceived acclaim. On the other hand, implicit reliance on the Savior never fails (cf. Ps.139:3).

The character we exact on Monday should be concerned about Heaven’s scrutiny and judgment from others remains disquieted.

Today’s Thought “The Least of Them” G. Ward

“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 13:35

Care is said to go a long way, while it demands we cease determining who may be worthy therein (cf. Jas.2:1-7). Paramount to perceived defining of what it means to love, we must first understand that HE is the Person of Holy God (1 Jn.4:8) and we’re His vessel to more establish citizenry in heaven, but many don’t want any part of that land based on our inhospitality.

Thursday must prove that HE alone is worthy via personal transformative thoughts of how desperately I needed my own sin washed, extending similar opportunity to any. Saying that some may be hopeless is to say it’s too difficult for Holy God.

Today’s Thought “White Lie” G. Ward

 The serpent said to the woman, “You surely will not die!  For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” Genesis 3:4-5

There exists Authority without diversity in thought from man that is synonymous with instructions for assembly unto something mechanical soon to become maniacal when tweaked according to a new rule.

Wednesday’s Believer-ship must absolutely avoid temptation towards deciphering a code with a holy standard whereby intellect (to do so) from man remains impossible (Isa.55:8-9).

Today’s Thought “Hide Me Please” G. Ward

“And just as they did not see fit to acknowledge God any longer, God gave them over to a depraved mind, to do those things which are not proper.” Romans 1:28

A curfew is given generally as a protective measure and Final Authority demands “to obey is better than sacrifice” (1 Sa.15:22b). Mankind is long overdue in coming home (cf. Heb.13:14) and the beating society gives is far more painful than a return that lends peace.

Tuesday’s insistence seeks to share to any, no matter how long you’re overdue, HE’s waiting (*Jer.15:19-21).

Today’s Thought “Inexplicable” G. Ward

“Good understanding produces favor, but the way of the treacherous is hard.” Proverbs 13:15

Another American school shooting on what was supposed to be Love Day and pundits of every kind are with presumptive analogies; even up to declaring certain mental impropriety from the assailant. The people of love (cf. 1 Jn.4:8) are shocked, having more adopted foolish opulence the world offers vs. truth in knowing that human existence outside the course of their being created are truly dead (*Jer.17:9).

Thursday must maintain vigilance unto HIS return (1 Thess.4:13-18) for the mindful reprieve necessary to exist among the perils of uncertainties.