Day 301 of My 3rd Bible Study Journey - 28 October 2023 reflections
Day 301, 28 October 2023
1) John 12:37-50, Mark 11:12-14, Matthew 21:18-22, Mark 11:15-19,
Matthew 21:12-17, Luke 19:45-48, Mark 11:20-33, Matthew 21:23-27, Luke 20:1-8
John 12:37-50
The Unbelief of the Jews
37 Though He had done so many signs before them,
yet they did not believe in Him.
38 (Isa 53:1; Ro 10:16) This fulfilled the word spoken by Isaiah the prophet:
"Lord, who has believed our report,
and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?" (Isa 53:1.)
39 (Jn 5:44) Therefore they could not believe. For Isaiah said again:
40 (Isa 6:10; Mt 13:13-15) "He has blinded their eyes
and hardened their hearts,
lest they should see with their eyes
and perceive with their hearts and turn,
and I would heal them." (Isa 6:10.)
41 (Isa 6:1-5; 6:9-10) Isaiah said this when he saw His glory
and spoke of Him.
42 (Jn 7:13; 9:22) Yet many of the rulers also believed in Him.
But because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him,
lest they be put out of the synagogue.
43 (Jn 5:44; 5:41) For they loved the praise of men more than the praise
of God.
[37] But though he had done so many miracles before them, yet they believed
not on him:
[38] That the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he
spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the
Lord been revealed?
[39] Therefore they could not believe, because that Esaias said again,
[40] He hath blinded their eyes, and hardened their heart; that they should
not see with their eyes, nor understand with their heart, and be converted,
and I should heal them.
[41] These things said Esaias, when he saw his glory, and spake of him.
[42] Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but
because of the Pharisees they did not confess him, lest they should be put
out of the synagogue:
[43] For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
Judgment by Jesus' Word
44 (Mt 10:40; Jn 5:24) Jesus cried out, "He who believes in Me believes
not only in Me, but in Him who sent Me.
45 He who sees Me sees Him who sent Me.
46 (Jn 8:12; 3:19) I have come as a light into the world, that whoever
believes in Me should not remain in darkness.
47 (Jn 3:17) "If anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge
him. For I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world.
48 (Lk 10:16; Ro 2:16) He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words,
has that which judges him. The word I have spoken will judge him
on the last day.
49 (Jn 3:11; 5:30) For I have not spoken on My own authority,
but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say
and what I should speak.
50 (Jn 6:68) I know that His command is eternal life.
Therefore what I say, I say as the Father tells me."
[44] Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on me, believeth not on me, but
on him that sent me.
[45] And he that seeth me seeth him that sent me.
[46] I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should
not abide in darkness.
[47] And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I
came not to judge the world, but to save the world.
[48] He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth
him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.
[49] For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave
me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.
[50] And I know that his commandment is life everlasting: whatsoever I speak
therefore, even as the Father said unto me, so I speak.
Mark 11:12-14
The Cursing of the Fig Tree
Mt 21:18-19
12 (Mt 4:2; 21:18-22) On the next day when they had returned from Bethany,
He was hungry.
13 (Lk 13:6-9) Seeing from afar a fig tree with leaves, He went to see
if perhaps He might find anything on it. When He came to it,
He found nothing except leaves, for it was not the season for figs.
14 (Mt 21:19) Jesus said to it, "May no one ever eat fruit from you again."
And His disciples heard it.
[12] And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, he was hungry:
[13] And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, he came, if haply he
might find any thing thereon: and when he came to it, he found nothing but
leaves; for the time of figs was not yet.
[14] And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter
for ever. And his disciples heard it.
Matthew 21:18-22
The Cursing of the Fig Tree
Mk 11:12-14, 20-24
18 (Mt 4:2) Now in the morning as He returned to the city, He became hungry.
19 (Lk 13:6-9; Mk 11:14) When He saw a fig tree by the road,
He went to it but found nothing on it except leaves.
He said to it, "Let no fruit ever grow on you again." Immediately
the fig tree withered away.
20 When the disciples saw it, they were amazed, saying,
"How did the fig tree wither away instantly?"
21 (Mt 17:20; Jas 1:6) Jesus answered them, "Truly I say to you,
if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only
do what was done to the fig tree, but also, if you say to this mountain,
'Be removed, and be thrown into the sea,' it will be done.
22 (Mt 7:7; Jn 15:7) And whatever you ask in prayer, if you believe,
you will receive."
[18] Now in the morning as he returned into the city, he hungered.
[19] And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing
thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee
henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away.
[20] And when the disciples saw it, they marvelled, saying, How soon is the
fig tree withered away!
[21] Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have
faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig
tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be
thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
[22] And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall
receive.
Mark 11:15-19
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mt 21:12-17; Lk 19:45-48; Jn 2:13-22
15 (Mt 21:12-16) And they came to Jerusalem. Jesus went into the temple
and began to drive out those who sold and bought in the temple, and He
overturned the tables of the moneychangers and the seats of those who sold
doves.
16 And He would not allow anyone to carry any vessel through the temple.
17 (Isa 56:7; Jer 7:11) And He taught them, and said, "Is it not written,
'My house shall be called a house of prayer for all nations'
(Isa 56:7.)? But you have made it a 'den of thieves.'(Jer 7:11). "
18 (Mt 7:28; Mk 12:12) The scribes and chief priests heard it
and looked for a way to kill Him. For they feared Him,
because all the people were astonished at His teaching.
19 (Lk 21:37; Mk 11:11) When evening came, He went out of the city.
[15] And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began
to cast out them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the
tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves;
[16] And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the
temple.
[17] And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be
called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of
thieves.
[18] And the scribes and chief priests heard it, and sought how they might
destroy him: for they feared him, because all the people was astonished at
his doctrine.
[19] And when even was come, he went out of the city.
Matthew 21:12-17
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mk 11:15-19; Lk 19:45-48; Jn 2:13-22
12 (Lev 1:14; 5:7) Jesus went into the temple of God
and drove out all those who sold and bought in the temple
and overturned the tables of the moneychangers
and the seats of those who sold doves.
13 (Isa 56:7; Jer 7:11) He said to them, "It is written, 'My house shall
be called a house of prayer,' (Isa 56:7.) but you have made it
'a den of thieves.' (Jer 7:11). "
14 The blind and the lame came to Him in the temple, and He healed them.
15 (Mt 21:9; Lk 19:39-40) But when the chief priests
and scribes saw the wonderful things that He did, and the children
crying out in the temple, "Hosanna to the Son of David,"
they were extremely displeased
16 (Ps 8:2; Mt 11:25) and said to Him, "Do You hear what these are saying?"
Jesus said to them, "Yes. Have you never read,
'Out of the mouth of children and infants
You have perfected praise' (Ps 8:2.)?"
17 (Jn 11:18; 11:1) And He left them and went out of the city into Bethany,
and He lodged there.
[12] And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold
and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and
the seats of them that sold doves,
[13] And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house
of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
[14] And the blind and the lame came to him in the temple; and he healed
them.
[15] And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he
did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son
of David; they were sore displeased,
[16] And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto
them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou
hast perfected praise?
[17] And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged
there.
Luke 19:45-48
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mt 21:12-17; Mk 11:15-19; Jn 2:13-22
45 (Mt 21:12-13; Mk 11:15-17) Then He entered the temple
and began to drive out those who sold and bought in it,
46 (Jer 7:11; Isa 56:7) saying to them, "It is written,
'My house will be a house of prayer,'(Isa 56:7.) but you have made it
'a den of thieves.'(Jer 7:11.)"
47 (Mt 26:55; Mk 11:18) He taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests,
the scribes, and the leaders of the people tried to kill Him.
48 Yet they could not find a way to do it, for all the people
were very attentive to hear Him.
[45] And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold
therein, and them that bought;
[46] Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but
ye have made it a den of thieves.
[47] And he taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the
scribes and the chief of the people sought to destroy him,
[48] And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very
attentive to hear him.
Mark 11:20-33
The Lesson From the Fig Tree
Mt 21:20-22
20 In the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree withered
from the roots.
21 Peter, calling to remembrance, said to Him,
"Rabbi, look! The fig tree which You cursed has withered away."
22 Jesus answered them, "Have faith in God.
23 (Mt 17:20; 1Co 13:2) For truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain,
'Be removed and be thrown into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart,
but believes that what he says will come to pass, he will have whatever
he says.
24 (1Jn 3:22) Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray,
believe that you will receive them, and you will have them.
25 (Col 3:13; Mt 6:12) And when you stand praying, forgive if you have
anything against anyone, so that your Father who is in heaven may also
forgive you your sins.
26 But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven
forgive your sins."
[20] And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up
from the roots.
[21] And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the
fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.
[22] And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.
[23] For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain,
Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his
heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to
pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
[24] Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray,
believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
[25] And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that
your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.
[26] But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven
forgive your trespasses.
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mt 21:23-27; Lk 20:1-8
27 (Mt 21:23-27; Lk 20:1-8) They came again to Jerusalem,
and as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests
and the scribes and the elders came to Him,
28 (Ex 2:14) and said, "By what authority are You doing these things,
and who gave You this authority to do them?"
29 Jesus answered them, "I will also ask of you one question. Answer Me,
and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.
30 Was the baptism of John from heaven or from men? Answer Me."
31 They debated among themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say, 'Why then did you not believe him?'
32 (Mt 14:5; 21:46) But if we say, 'From men' "-they feared the people,
for everyone held John to be a real prophet.
33 So they answered Jesus, "We do not know."
Jesus answered them, "Neither will I tell you by what authority
I do these things."
[27] And they come again to Jerusalem: and as he was walking in the temple,
there come to him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders,
[28] And say unto him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who
gave thee this authority to do these things?
[29] And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one
question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these
things.
[30] The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me.
[31] And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From
heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him?
[32] But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men
counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.
[33] And they answered and said unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus
answering saith unto them, Neither do I tell you by what authority I do
these things.
Matthew 21:23-27
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mk 11:27-33; Lk 20:1-8
23 (Ac 4:7; Ex 2:14) When He entered the temple, the chief priests
and the elders of the people came up to Him as He was teaching,
and said, "By what authority are You doing these things?
And who gave You this authority?"
24 Jesus answered them, "I also will ask you one question.
If you tell Me, I likewise will tell you by what authority I do these things.
25 Where did the baptism of John come from? From heaven or from men?"
They reasoned among themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say to us, 'Then why did you not believe him?'
26 (Mk 6:20; Mt 11:9) But if we say, 'From men,' we are afraid of the people,
for all hold John as a prophet."
27 So they answered Jesus, "We do not know."
Then He said to them,
"Neither will I tell you by what authority I do these things."
[23] And when he was come into the temple, the chief priests and the elders
of the people came unto him as he was teaching, and said, By what authority
doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority?
[24] And Jesus answered and said unto them, I also will ask you one thing,
which if ye tell me, I in like wise will tell you by what authority I do
these things.
[25] The baptism of John, whence was it? from heaven, or of men? And they
reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say
unto us, Why did ye not then believe him?
[26] But if we shall say, Of men; we fear the people; for all hold John as a
prophet.
[27] And they answered Jesus, and said, We cannot tell. And he said unto
them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things.
Luke 20:1-8
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mt 21:23-27; Mk 11:27-33
1 One day, as He taught the people in the temple and preached the gospel,
the chief priests and the scribes with the elders came up to Him,
2 (Ex 2:14; Jn 2:18) and said to Him, "Tell us, by what authority are
You doing these things? Who is he who gave You this authority?"
3 He answered them, "I will also ask you one thing. Answer Me:
4 (Lk 15:18) Was the baptism of John from heaven or from men?"
5 They debated with themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say, 'Why then did you not believe him?'
6 (Mt 21:26; 11:9) But if we say, 'From men,' all the people will stone us,
for they are persuaded that John was a prophet."
7 So they answered that they did not know where it was from.
8 Jesus said to them,
"Neither will I tell you by what authority I do these things."
[1] And it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people
in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes
came upon him with the elders,
[2] And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these
things? or who is he that gave thee this authority?
[3] And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and
answer me:
[4] The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men?
[5] And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven;
he will say, Why then believed ye him not?
[6] But and if we say, Of men; all the people will stone us: for they be
persuaded that John was a prophet.
[7] And they answered, that they could not tell whence it was.
[8] And Jesus said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do
these things.
2) Our Daily Bread for 28 October 2023 Titled
More Precious than Gold
The Living Stone and the Holy Nation
4 (1Pe 2:7) Coming to Him as to a living stone who is rejected by men,
but chosen by God and precious,
5 (Php 4:18; 1Pe 2:9; Isa 61:6) you also, as living stones, are being built
up into a spiritual house as a holy priesthood to offer up spiritual
sacrifices that are acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
6 (Isa 28:16; Eph 2:20) For also it is contained in the Scripture,
"Look! I lay in Zion
a chief cornerstone, elect, precious,
and he who believes in Him
shall never be put to shame." (Isa 28:16.)
7 (Mt 21:42; 2Co 2:16) Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious.
But to those who are disobedient,
"The stone that the builders rejected
has become the cornerstone,"(Ps 118:22.)
8 (Isa 8:14; Ro 9:22) and,
"A stone of stumbling,
and a rock of offense."(Isa 8:14.)
They stumble because they are disobedient to the word,
to which also they were appointed.
9 (Dt 7:6; 10:15) But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy
nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may declare the
goodness of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
10 (Hos 1:9-10; 2:23) In times past, you were not a people, but now you are
the people of God. You had not received mercy, but now you have received
mercy.
[4] To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but
chosen of God, and precious,
[5] Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy
priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus
Christ.
[6] Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a
chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not
be confounded.
[7] Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: but unto them which be
disobedient, the stone which the builders disallowed, the same is made the
head of the corner,
[8] And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which
stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.
[9] But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a
peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath
called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
[10] Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God:
which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
Have you ever looked through low-priced items at a yard sale and dreamed that
you might find something of incredible value? It happened in Connecticut when
a floral Chinese antique bowl purchased for just $35 at a yard sale was sold
at a 2021 auction for more than $700,000. The piece turned out to be a rare,
historically significant artifact from the fifteenth century. It's a stunning
reminder that what some people consider of little worth can actually have
great value.
Writing to believers scattered throughout the known world, Peter explained
that their faith in Jesus was belief in the One who'd been rejected by the
wider culture. Despised by most of the religious Jewish leaders and crucified
by the Roman government, Christ was deemed worthless by many because He
didn't fulfill their expectations and desires. But though others had dismissed
Jesus' worth, He was "chosen by God and precious to him" (1 Peter 2:4). His
value for us is infinitely more precious than silver or gold (1:18-19). And we
have the assurance that whoever chooses to trust Jesus will never be ashamed
of their choice (2:6).
When others reject Jesus as worthless, let's take another look. God's Spirit
can help us see the priceless gift of Christ, who offers to all people the
invaluable invitation to become part of the family of God (v. 10).
By: Lisa M. Samra
Reflect & Pray
Why do people miss the true value of Jesus?
How might you share the blessings of trusting Him?
Dear Jesus, thank You for living a life
of obedience so that I could become part of the family of God.
3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation
Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools
Week 6 Showing Grace to Others - Day 7 Our God reigns!
Is 52:7
7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news,
who proclaims peace, who brings good news of happiness,
who proclaims salvation, who says to Zion, "Your God reigns!"
7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good
tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that
publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth!
A messenger has a single duty: to carry information. During World War II, many
parents dreaded the arrival of the Western Union messenger, believing that
delivery of a telegram meant that their son has been wounded or killed.
Isaiah 52:7, however, indicates that a messenger's word is not always
unwelcome. "How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring
good news ..." the prophet says. The "Good news"? Peace , salvation,
and the resultant message: "Your God reigns!"
Our God reigns - in forgiveness, in reconciliation, bringing peace and freedom
and joy. Our God reigns, controlling our lives with a loving hand, ordering
our experiences for our good, and his glory. Our God reigns in relationships,
in professional circumstances, in families, in churches. The good news is
proclaimed: Life is not unmanageable. Our God Reigns!
When we know that God reigns in our lives, we can relax, let go of the reins
of control, and live in peace. We can forgive those who have hurt us, knowing
that God will reveal to them what they need to know. We can live
with good times and bad, recognising that God uses every circumstance
of our lives to conform us to the image of his Son. We can rejoice in his
grace, free from the compulsion to earn his love and acceptance, and
we can live in the peace that comes only through his lordship in our lives.
Our God reigns - that is , indeed "Good news".
Application
a) Have I ever felt that life was "out of control"? Why?
b) What does it mean in practical terms to know that "Our God reigns"?
4) From Prosperity Promises - Kenneth Copeland
Haggai 2:7-9
7 (1Ki 8:11; Isa 60:7) And I will shake all the nations,
and they will come with the wealth of all nations,
and I will fill this house with glory, says the Lord of Hosts.
8 (Isa 60:17) The silver is mine, and the gold is Mine,
says the Lord of Hosts.
9 (Isa 9:6-7) The glory of this latter house will be greater
than the former, says the Lord of Hosts. And in this place
I will give peace, says the Lord of Hosts.
7 and I will shake all nations, and the desire of all nations
shall come: and I will fill this house with glory,
saith the LORD of hosts.
8 The silver is mine, and the gold is mine,
saith the LORD of hosts.
9 The glory of this latter house shall be greater
than of the former, saith the LORD of hosts: and in this place
will I give peace, saith the LORD of hosts.
5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:
God's Help in Times of Temptation
James 1:12-18
Trial and Temptation
12 (Jas 2:5; 1Co 9:25; 2Ti 4:8) Blessed is the man who endures temptation,
for when he is tried, he will receive the crown of life,
which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
13 Let no man say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God,"
for God cannot be tempted with evil; neither does He tempt anyone.
14 But each man is tempted when he is drawn away by his own lust and enticed.
15 (Job 15:35; Ps 7:14) Then, when lust has conceived, it brings forth sin;
and when sin is finished, it brings forth death.
16 (Jas 1:19; 2:5) Do not err, my beloved brothers.
17 (Mal 3:6; Nu 23:19; Jn 3:27) Every good gift and every perfect gift
is from above and comes down from the Father of lights,
with whom is no change or shadow of turning.
18 (1Pe 1:23; Jn 1:13; Rev 14:4) Of His own will He brought us forth with
the word of truth, that we should be a kind of first fruits of His creatures.
12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried,
he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised
to them that love him.
13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God:
for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
14 but every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust,
and enticed.
15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin:
and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
16 Do not err, my beloved brethren.
17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above,
and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness,
neither shadow of turning.
18 Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth,
that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
Remember God's promises when You pray
The Lord's prayer
Matthew 6:9-13
9 "Therefore pray in this manner:
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be Your name.
10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;
Your will be done
on earth, as it is in heaven.
11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.
12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."
9 After this manner therefore pray ye:
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2021 edition?)
Prince Edward Island
Total population 146300
Muslim population (est.) 1127
Charlottetown does not currently (fall 2014) have a local CNMM network.
Pray with us for God's people to come together in reaching Muslims
cooperatively across denominational and organisational lines.
More than 200 attended the Eid festival at the end of Ramadan, the Islamic
month of fasting during daylight hours and the reading of the Qur'an, at
the Dar as-Salam mosque in 2014. This second mosque established
in Charlottetown, the other being the Muslims Association of PEI.
As of mid-2014,there are between 250 to 300 families, mostly in Charlottetown.
The Muslims of Charlottetown see their community as symbolically important
for this nation since this is known as the "birthplace of Canada". Yet we were
established as the "Dominion of Canada" with an appeal not only to
monarchial authority, but even more to God's higher Biblical authority as
shown in Psalm 72:8, "May he have dominion from sea to sea,
and from the River to the ends of the earth."
Let us intercede together for:
- the growing Muslim population of Charlottetown and spreading
outward through PEI to encounter the Prince of Peace.
- believers to have faith and vision to reach out to the Muslim Community
in contextual ways to share the Gospel
- churches and ministries to rise up in wisdom, knowledge and understanding,
giving and training, coaching and encouragement to believers reaching
out to Muslims locally.
- a prayer movement to be established, feeding a growing move of Yahweh's
Spirit in His churches and people , and an awakening an openness
and spiritual hunger in Muslims for relationship with the Father
through the Son.
Adding further
30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020
Under the Keep Praying page
When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month
and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days
of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that
usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,
of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be
decorated and festivals will be held.
For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the
distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of
Islam.
You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",
which means Blessed Eid!"
Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you
know, and Muslims around the world:
- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions
in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about
unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such
movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three
decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim
relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.
Acts 2:12-17 : 17 12 They were all amazed and perplexed, saying to each other,
"What does this mean?"
13 (1Co 14:23) Others mocking said, "These men are full of new wine."
Peter's Speech at Pentecost
14 (Ac 1:26) But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice
and said to them, "Men of Judea and all you who dwell in Jerusalem,
let this be known to you, and listen to my words.
15 For these are not drunk, as you suppose,
since it is the third hour of the day.
16 But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:
17 (Isa 44:3; Ac 10:45) 'In the last days it shall be,' says God,
'that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;
your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,
your young men shall see visions,
and your old men shall dream dreams.'
- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective
discipleship movements among Muslim people.
- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for
Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.
Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a
hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under
a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the
house."
Ideas for prayer
- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you
- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving
Christ among Muslim people -
Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."
- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims
throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!
My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further
call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity
(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, atheists, secular humanists, ...)
7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada
http://www.ehc.ca
Day 28 of the Month
a) Pray for new Canadians, that they will have opportunity to hear
and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.
(
John 5:24
24 (Jn 3:18; 1Jn 3:14; Jn 3:36) "Truly, truly I say to you, whoever
hears My word and believes in Him who sent
Me has eternal life and shall not come into condemnation,
but has passed from death into life."
24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word,
and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life,
and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
)
b) Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you
know today . (
The Lord's prayer
Matthew 6:9-13
9 "Therefore pray in this manner:
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be Your name.
10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;
Your will be done
on earth, as it is in heaven.
11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.
12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. "
9 After this manner therefore pray ye:
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
)
Conclusion:
Pray to the Lord and pray to know His Authority.
Pray to the Lord: "Dear Jesus, thank You for living a life
of obedience so that I could become part of the family of God."
Pray to the Lord and pray to remember that he reigns in everything
and all situations.
Pray to the Lord and pray to know that everything in creation is His.
Pray to the Lord and pray to give Him every temptation you have.
Pray for Prince Edward Island and her Muslim populations
- the growing Muslim population of Charlottetown and spreading
outward through PEI to encounter the Prince of Peace.
- believers to have faith and vision to reach out to the Muslim Community
in contextual ways to share the Gospel
- churches and ministries to rise up in wisdom, knowledge and understanding,
giving and training, coaching and encouragement to believers reaching
out to Muslims locally.
- a prayer movement to be established, feeding a growing move of Yahweh's
Spirit in His churches and people , and an awakening an openness
and spiritual hunger in Muslims for relationship with the Father
through the Son.
Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective
discipleship movements among Muslim people.
- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you
- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving
Christ among Muslim people -
Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."
- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims
throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!
Pray for newcomers to your country, that they will have opportunity to hear
and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.
Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you
know today .
Pray that new governing leaders in Lebanon will recognise churches as shining lights in their communities .
Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.
and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness.
Remember eternity starts now -
Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God.
1) John 12:37-50, Mark 11:12-14, Matthew 21:18-22, Mark 11:15-19,
Matthew 21:12-17, Luke 19:45-48, Mark 11:20-33, Matthew 21:23-27, Luke 20:1-8
John 12:37-50
The Unbelief of the Jews
37 Though He had done so many signs before them,
yet they did not believe in Him.
38 (Isa 53:1; Ro 10:16) This fulfilled the word spoken by Isaiah the prophet:
"Lord, who has believed our report,
and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?" (Isa 53:1.)
39 (Jn 5:44) Therefore they could not believe. For Isaiah said again:
40 (Isa 6:10; Mt 13:13-15) "He has blinded their eyes
and hardened their hearts,
lest they should see with their eyes
and perceive with their hearts and turn,
and I would heal them." (Isa 6:10.)
41 (Isa 6:1-5; 6:9-10) Isaiah said this when he saw His glory
and spoke of Him.
42 (Jn 7:13; 9:22) Yet many of the rulers also believed in Him.
But because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him,
lest they be put out of the synagogue.
43 (Jn 5:44; 5:41) For they loved the praise of men more than the praise
of God.
[37] But though he had done so many miracles before them, yet they believed
not on him:
[38] That the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he
spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the
Lord been revealed?
[39] Therefore they could not believe, because that Esaias said again,
[40] He hath blinded their eyes, and hardened their heart; that they should
not see with their eyes, nor understand with their heart, and be converted,
and I should heal them.
[41] These things said Esaias, when he saw his glory, and spake of him.
[42] Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but
because of the Pharisees they did not confess him, lest they should be put
out of the synagogue:
[43] For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
Judgment by Jesus' Word
44 (Mt 10:40; Jn 5:24) Jesus cried out, "He who believes in Me believes
not only in Me, but in Him who sent Me.
45 He who sees Me sees Him who sent Me.
46 (Jn 8:12; 3:19) I have come as a light into the world, that whoever
believes in Me should not remain in darkness.
47 (Jn 3:17) "If anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge
him. For I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world.
48 (Lk 10:16; Ro 2:16) He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words,
has that which judges him. The word I have spoken will judge him
on the last day.
49 (Jn 3:11; 5:30) For I have not spoken on My own authority,
but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say
and what I should speak.
50 (Jn 6:68) I know that His command is eternal life.
Therefore what I say, I say as the Father tells me."
[44] Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on me, believeth not on me, but
on him that sent me.
[45] And he that seeth me seeth him that sent me.
[46] I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should
not abide in darkness.
[47] And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I
came not to judge the world, but to save the world.
[48] He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth
him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.
[49] For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave
me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.
[50] And I know that his commandment is life everlasting: whatsoever I speak
therefore, even as the Father said unto me, so I speak.
Mark 11:12-14
The Cursing of the Fig Tree
Mt 21:18-19
12 (Mt 4:2; 21:18-22) On the next day when they had returned from Bethany,
He was hungry.
13 (Lk 13:6-9) Seeing from afar a fig tree with leaves, He went to see
if perhaps He might find anything on it. When He came to it,
He found nothing except leaves, for it was not the season for figs.
14 (Mt 21:19) Jesus said to it, "May no one ever eat fruit from you again."
And His disciples heard it.
[12] And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, he was hungry:
[13] And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, he came, if haply he
might find any thing thereon: and when he came to it, he found nothing but
leaves; for the time of figs was not yet.
[14] And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter
for ever. And his disciples heard it.
Matthew 21:18-22
The Cursing of the Fig Tree
Mk 11:12-14, 20-24
18 (Mt 4:2) Now in the morning as He returned to the city, He became hungry.
19 (Lk 13:6-9; Mk 11:14) When He saw a fig tree by the road,
He went to it but found nothing on it except leaves.
He said to it, "Let no fruit ever grow on you again." Immediately
the fig tree withered away.
20 When the disciples saw it, they were amazed, saying,
"How did the fig tree wither away instantly?"
21 (Mt 17:20; Jas 1:6) Jesus answered them, "Truly I say to you,
if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only
do what was done to the fig tree, but also, if you say to this mountain,
'Be removed, and be thrown into the sea,' it will be done.
22 (Mt 7:7; Jn 15:7) And whatever you ask in prayer, if you believe,
you will receive."
[18] Now in the morning as he returned into the city, he hungered.
[19] And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing
thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee
henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away.
[20] And when the disciples saw it, they marvelled, saying, How soon is the
fig tree withered away!
[21] Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have
faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig
tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be
thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
[22] And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall
receive.
Mark 11:15-19
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mt 21:12-17; Lk 19:45-48; Jn 2:13-22
15 (Mt 21:12-16) And they came to Jerusalem. Jesus went into the temple
and began to drive out those who sold and bought in the temple, and He
overturned the tables of the moneychangers and the seats of those who sold
doves.
16 And He would not allow anyone to carry any vessel through the temple.
17 (Isa 56:7; Jer 7:11) And He taught them, and said, "Is it not written,
'My house shall be called a house of prayer for all nations'
(Isa 56:7.)? But you have made it a 'den of thieves.'(Jer 7:11). "
18 (Mt 7:28; Mk 12:12) The scribes and chief priests heard it
and looked for a way to kill Him. For they feared Him,
because all the people were astonished at His teaching.
19 (Lk 21:37; Mk 11:11) When evening came, He went out of the city.
[15] And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began
to cast out them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the
tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves;
[16] And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the
temple.
[17] And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be
called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of
thieves.
[18] And the scribes and chief priests heard it, and sought how they might
destroy him: for they feared him, because all the people was astonished at
his doctrine.
[19] And when even was come, he went out of the city.
Matthew 21:12-17
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mk 11:15-19; Lk 19:45-48; Jn 2:13-22
12 (Lev 1:14; 5:7) Jesus went into the temple of God
and drove out all those who sold and bought in the temple
and overturned the tables of the moneychangers
and the seats of those who sold doves.
13 (Isa 56:7; Jer 7:11) He said to them, "It is written, 'My house shall
be called a house of prayer,' (Isa 56:7.) but you have made it
'a den of thieves.' (Jer 7:11). "
14 The blind and the lame came to Him in the temple, and He healed them.
15 (Mt 21:9; Lk 19:39-40) But when the chief priests
and scribes saw the wonderful things that He did, and the children
crying out in the temple, "Hosanna to the Son of David,"
they were extremely displeased
16 (Ps 8:2; Mt 11:25) and said to Him, "Do You hear what these are saying?"
Jesus said to them, "Yes. Have you never read,
'Out of the mouth of children and infants
You have perfected praise' (Ps 8:2.)?"
17 (Jn 11:18; 11:1) And He left them and went out of the city into Bethany,
and He lodged there.
[12] And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold
and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and
the seats of them that sold doves,
[13] And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house
of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
[14] And the blind and the lame came to him in the temple; and he healed
them.
[15] And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he
did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son
of David; they were sore displeased,
[16] And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto
them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou
hast perfected praise?
[17] And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged
there.
Luke 19:45-48
The Cleansing of the Temple
Mt 21:12-17; Mk 11:15-19; Jn 2:13-22
45 (Mt 21:12-13; Mk 11:15-17) Then He entered the temple
and began to drive out those who sold and bought in it,
46 (Jer 7:11; Isa 56:7) saying to them, "It is written,
'My house will be a house of prayer,'(Isa 56:7.) but you have made it
'a den of thieves.'(Jer 7:11.)"
47 (Mt 26:55; Mk 11:18) He taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests,
the scribes, and the leaders of the people tried to kill Him.
48 Yet they could not find a way to do it, for all the people
were very attentive to hear Him.
[45] And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold
therein, and them that bought;
[46] Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but
ye have made it a den of thieves.
[47] And he taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the
scribes and the chief of the people sought to destroy him,
[48] And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very
attentive to hear him.
Mark 11:20-33
The Lesson From the Fig Tree
Mt 21:20-22
20 In the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree withered
from the roots.
21 Peter, calling to remembrance, said to Him,
"Rabbi, look! The fig tree which You cursed has withered away."
22 Jesus answered them, "Have faith in God.
23 (Mt 17:20; 1Co 13:2) For truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain,
'Be removed and be thrown into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart,
but believes that what he says will come to pass, he will have whatever
he says.
24 (1Jn 3:22) Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray,
believe that you will receive them, and you will have them.
25 (Col 3:13; Mt 6:12) And when you stand praying, forgive if you have
anything against anyone, so that your Father who is in heaven may also
forgive you your sins.
26 But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven
forgive your sins."
[20] And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up
from the roots.
[21] And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the
fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.
[22] And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.
[23] For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain,
Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his
heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to
pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
[24] Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray,
believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
[25] And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that
your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.
[26] But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven
forgive your trespasses.
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mt 21:23-27; Lk 20:1-8
27 (Mt 21:23-27; Lk 20:1-8) They came again to Jerusalem,
and as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests
and the scribes and the elders came to Him,
28 (Ex 2:14) and said, "By what authority are You doing these things,
and who gave You this authority to do them?"
29 Jesus answered them, "I will also ask of you one question. Answer Me,
and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.
30 Was the baptism of John from heaven or from men? Answer Me."
31 They debated among themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say, 'Why then did you not believe him?'
32 (Mt 14:5; 21:46) But if we say, 'From men' "-they feared the people,
for everyone held John to be a real prophet.
33 So they answered Jesus, "We do not know."
Jesus answered them, "Neither will I tell you by what authority
I do these things."
[27] And they come again to Jerusalem: and as he was walking in the temple,
there come to him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders,
[28] And say unto him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who
gave thee this authority to do these things?
[29] And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one
question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these
things.
[30] The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me.
[31] And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From
heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him?
[32] But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men
counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.
[33] And they answered and said unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus
answering saith unto them, Neither do I tell you by what authority I do
these things.
Matthew 21:23-27
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mk 11:27-33; Lk 20:1-8
23 (Ac 4:7; Ex 2:14) When He entered the temple, the chief priests
and the elders of the people came up to Him as He was teaching,
and said, "By what authority are You doing these things?
And who gave You this authority?"
24 Jesus answered them, "I also will ask you one question.
If you tell Me, I likewise will tell you by what authority I do these things.
25 Where did the baptism of John come from? From heaven or from men?"
They reasoned among themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say to us, 'Then why did you not believe him?'
26 (Mk 6:20; Mt 11:9) But if we say, 'From men,' we are afraid of the people,
for all hold John as a prophet."
27 So they answered Jesus, "We do not know."
Then He said to them,
"Neither will I tell you by what authority I do these things."
[23] And when he was come into the temple, the chief priests and the elders
of the people came unto him as he was teaching, and said, By what authority
doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority?
[24] And Jesus answered and said unto them, I also will ask you one thing,
which if ye tell me, I in like wise will tell you by what authority I do
these things.
[25] The baptism of John, whence was it? from heaven, or of men? And they
reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say
unto us, Why did ye not then believe him?
[26] But if we shall say, Of men; we fear the people; for all hold John as a
prophet.
[27] And they answered Jesus, and said, We cannot tell. And he said unto
them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things.
Luke 20:1-8
The Question of Jesus' Authority
Mt 21:23-27; Mk 11:27-33
1 One day, as He taught the people in the temple and preached the gospel,
the chief priests and the scribes with the elders came up to Him,
2 (Ex 2:14; Jn 2:18) and said to Him, "Tell us, by what authority are
You doing these things? Who is he who gave You this authority?"
3 He answered them, "I will also ask you one thing. Answer Me:
4 (Lk 15:18) Was the baptism of John from heaven or from men?"
5 They debated with themselves, saying, "If we say, 'From heaven,'
He will say, 'Why then did you not believe him?'
6 (Mt 21:26; 11:9) But if we say, 'From men,' all the people will stone us,
for they are persuaded that John was a prophet."
7 So they answered that they did not know where it was from.
8 Jesus said to them,
"Neither will I tell you by what authority I do these things."
[1] And it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people
in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes
came upon him with the elders,
[2] And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these
things? or who is he that gave thee this authority?
[3] And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and
answer me:
[4] The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men?
[5] And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven;
he will say, Why then believed ye him not?
[6] But and if we say, Of men; all the people will stone us: for they be
persuaded that John was a prophet.
[7] And they answered, that they could not tell whence it was.
[8] And Jesus said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do
these things.
2) Our Daily Bread for 28 October 2023 Titled
More Precious than Gold
The Living Stone and the Holy Nation
4 (1Pe 2:7) Coming to Him as to a living stone who is rejected by men,
but chosen by God and precious,
5 (Php 4:18; 1Pe 2:9; Isa 61:6) you also, as living stones, are being built
up into a spiritual house as a holy priesthood to offer up spiritual
sacrifices that are acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
6 (Isa 28:16; Eph 2:20) For also it is contained in the Scripture,
"Look! I lay in Zion
a chief cornerstone, elect, precious,
and he who believes in Him
shall never be put to shame." (Isa 28:16.)
7 (Mt 21:42; 2Co 2:16) Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious.
But to those who are disobedient,
"The stone that the builders rejected
has become the cornerstone,"(Ps 118:22.)
8 (Isa 8:14; Ro 9:22) and,
"A stone of stumbling,
and a rock of offense."(Isa 8:14.)
They stumble because they are disobedient to the word,
to which also they were appointed.
9 (Dt 7:6; 10:15) But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy
nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may declare the
goodness of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
10 (Hos 1:9-10; 2:23) In times past, you were not a people, but now you are
the people of God. You had not received mercy, but now you have received
mercy.
[4] To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but
chosen of God, and precious,
[5] Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy
priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus
Christ.
[6] Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a
chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not
be confounded.
[7] Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: but unto them which be
disobedient, the stone which the builders disallowed, the same is made the
head of the corner,
[8] And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which
stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.
[9] But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a
peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath
called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
[10] Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God:
which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
Have you ever looked through low-priced items at a yard sale and dreamed that
you might find something of incredible value? It happened in Connecticut when
a floral Chinese antique bowl purchased for just $35 at a yard sale was sold
at a 2021 auction for more than $700,000. The piece turned out to be a rare,
historically significant artifact from the fifteenth century. It's a stunning
reminder that what some people consider of little worth can actually have
great value.
Writing to believers scattered throughout the known world, Peter explained
that their faith in Jesus was belief in the One who'd been rejected by the
wider culture. Despised by most of the religious Jewish leaders and crucified
by the Roman government, Christ was deemed worthless by many because He
didn't fulfill their expectations and desires. But though others had dismissed
Jesus' worth, He was "chosen by God and precious to him" (1 Peter 2:4). His
value for us is infinitely more precious than silver or gold (1:18-19). And we
have the assurance that whoever chooses to trust Jesus will never be ashamed
of their choice (2:6).
When others reject Jesus as worthless, let's take another look. God's Spirit
can help us see the priceless gift of Christ, who offers to all people the
invaluable invitation to become part of the family of God (v. 10).
By: Lisa M. Samra
Reflect & Pray
Why do people miss the true value of Jesus?
How might you share the blessings of trusting Him?
Dear Jesus, thank You for living a life
of obedience so that I could become part of the family of God.
3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation
Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools
Week 6 Showing Grace to Others - Day 7 Our God reigns!
Is 52:7
7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news,
who proclaims peace, who brings good news of happiness,
who proclaims salvation, who says to Zion, "Your God reigns!"
7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good
tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that
publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth!
A messenger has a single duty: to carry information. During World War II, many
parents dreaded the arrival of the Western Union messenger, believing that
delivery of a telegram meant that their son has been wounded or killed.
Isaiah 52:7, however, indicates that a messenger's word is not always
unwelcome. "How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring
good news ..." the prophet says. The "Good news"? Peace , salvation,
and the resultant message: "Your God reigns!"
Our God reigns - in forgiveness, in reconciliation, bringing peace and freedom
and joy. Our God reigns, controlling our lives with a loving hand, ordering
our experiences for our good, and his glory. Our God reigns in relationships,
in professional circumstances, in families, in churches. The good news is
proclaimed: Life is not unmanageable. Our God Reigns!
When we know that God reigns in our lives, we can relax, let go of the reins
of control, and live in peace. We can forgive those who have hurt us, knowing
that God will reveal to them what they need to know. We can live
with good times and bad, recognising that God uses every circumstance
of our lives to conform us to the image of his Son. We can rejoice in his
grace, free from the compulsion to earn his love and acceptance, and
we can live in the peace that comes only through his lordship in our lives.
Our God reigns - that is , indeed "Good news".
Application
a) Have I ever felt that life was "out of control"? Why?
b) What does it mean in practical terms to know that "Our God reigns"?
4) From Prosperity Promises - Kenneth Copeland
Haggai 2:7-9
7 (1Ki 8:11; Isa 60:7) And I will shake all the nations,
and they will come with the wealth of all nations,
and I will fill this house with glory, says the Lord of Hosts.
8 (Isa 60:17) The silver is mine, and the gold is Mine,
says the Lord of Hosts.
9 (Isa 9:6-7) The glory of this latter house will be greater
than the former, says the Lord of Hosts. And in this place
I will give peace, says the Lord of Hosts.
7 and I will shake all nations, and the desire of all nations
shall come: and I will fill this house with glory,
saith the LORD of hosts.
8 The silver is mine, and the gold is mine,
saith the LORD of hosts.
9 The glory of this latter house shall be greater
than of the former, saith the LORD of hosts: and in this place
will I give peace, saith the LORD of hosts.
5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:
God's Help in Times of Temptation
James 1:12-18
Trial and Temptation
12 (Jas 2:5; 1Co 9:25; 2Ti 4:8) Blessed is the man who endures temptation,
for when he is tried, he will receive the crown of life,
which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
13 Let no man say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God,"
for God cannot be tempted with evil; neither does He tempt anyone.
14 But each man is tempted when he is drawn away by his own lust and enticed.
15 (Job 15:35; Ps 7:14) Then, when lust has conceived, it brings forth sin;
and when sin is finished, it brings forth death.
16 (Jas 1:19; 2:5) Do not err, my beloved brothers.
17 (Mal 3:6; Nu 23:19; Jn 3:27) Every good gift and every perfect gift
is from above and comes down from the Father of lights,
with whom is no change or shadow of turning.
18 (1Pe 1:23; Jn 1:13; Rev 14:4) Of His own will He brought us forth with
the word of truth, that we should be a kind of first fruits of His creatures.
12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried,
he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised
to them that love him.
13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God:
for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
14 but every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust,
and enticed.
15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin:
and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
16 Do not err, my beloved brethren.
17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above,
and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness,
neither shadow of turning.
18 Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth,
that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
Remember God's promises when You pray
The Lord's prayer
Matthew 6:9-13
9 "Therefore pray in this manner:
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be Your name.
10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;
Your will be done
on earth, as it is in heaven.
11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.
12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."
9 After this manner therefore pray ye:
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2021 edition?)
Prince Edward Island
Total population 146300
Muslim population (est.) 1127
Charlottetown does not currently (fall 2014) have a local CNMM network.
Pray with us for God's people to come together in reaching Muslims
cooperatively across denominational and organisational lines.
More than 200 attended the Eid festival at the end of Ramadan, the Islamic
month of fasting during daylight hours and the reading of the Qur'an, at
the Dar as-Salam mosque in 2014. This second mosque established
in Charlottetown, the other being the Muslims Association of PEI.
As of mid-2014,there are between 250 to 300 families, mostly in Charlottetown.
The Muslims of Charlottetown see their community as symbolically important
for this nation since this is known as the "birthplace of Canada". Yet we were
established as the "Dominion of Canada" with an appeal not only to
monarchial authority, but even more to God's higher Biblical authority as
shown in Psalm 72:8, "May he have dominion from sea to sea,
and from the River to the ends of the earth."
Let us intercede together for:
- the growing Muslim population of Charlottetown and spreading
outward through PEI to encounter the Prince of Peace.
- believers to have faith and vision to reach out to the Muslim Community
in contextual ways to share the Gospel
- churches and ministries to rise up in wisdom, knowledge and understanding,
giving and training, coaching and encouragement to believers reaching
out to Muslims locally.
- a prayer movement to be established, feeding a growing move of Yahweh's
Spirit in His churches and people , and an awakening an openness
and spiritual hunger in Muslims for relationship with the Father
through the Son.
Adding further
30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020
Under the Keep Praying page
When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month
and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days
of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that
usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,
of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be
decorated and festivals will be held.
For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the
distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of
Islam.
You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",
which means Blessed Eid!"
Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you
know, and Muslims around the world:
- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions
in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about
unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such
movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three
decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim
relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.
Acts 2:12-17 : 17 12 They were all amazed and perplexed, saying to each other,
"What does this mean?"
13 (1Co 14:23) Others mocking said, "These men are full of new wine."
Peter's Speech at Pentecost
14 (Ac 1:26) But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice
and said to them, "Men of Judea and all you who dwell in Jerusalem,
let this be known to you, and listen to my words.
15 For these are not drunk, as you suppose,
since it is the third hour of the day.
16 But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:
17 (Isa 44:3; Ac 10:45) 'In the last days it shall be,' says God,
'that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;
your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,
your young men shall see visions,
and your old men shall dream dreams.'
- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective
discipleship movements among Muslim people.
- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for
Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.
Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a
hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under
a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the
house."
Ideas for prayer
- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you
- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving
Christ among Muslim people -
Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."
- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims
throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!
My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further
call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity
(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, atheists, secular humanists, ...)
7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada
http://www.ehc.ca
Day 28 of the Month
a) Pray for new Canadians, that they will have opportunity to hear
and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.
(
John 5:24
24 (Jn 3:18; 1Jn 3:14; Jn 3:36) "Truly, truly I say to you, whoever
hears My word and believes in Him who sent
Me has eternal life and shall not come into condemnation,
but has passed from death into life."
24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word,
and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life,
and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
)
b) Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you
know today . (
The Lord's prayer
Matthew 6:9-13
9 "Therefore pray in this manner:
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be Your name.
10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;
Your will be done
on earth, as it is in heaven.
11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.
12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. "
9 After this manner therefore pray ye:
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
)
Conclusion:
Pray to the Lord and pray to know His Authority.
Pray to the Lord: "Dear Jesus, thank You for living a life
of obedience so that I could become part of the family of God."
Pray to the Lord and pray to remember that he reigns in everything
and all situations.
Pray to the Lord and pray to know that everything in creation is His.
Pray to the Lord and pray to give Him every temptation you have.
Pray for Prince Edward Island and her Muslim populations
- the growing Muslim population of Charlottetown and spreading
outward through PEI to encounter the Prince of Peace.
- believers to have faith and vision to reach out to the Muslim Community
in contextual ways to share the Gospel
- churches and ministries to rise up in wisdom, knowledge and understanding,
giving and training, coaching and encouragement to believers reaching
out to Muslims locally.
- a prayer movement to be established, feeding a growing move of Yahweh's
Spirit in His churches and people , and an awakening an openness
and spiritual hunger in Muslims for relationship with the Father
through the Son.
Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective
discipleship movements among Muslim people.
- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you
- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving
Christ among Muslim people -
Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."
- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims
throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!
Pray for newcomers to your country, that they will have opportunity to hear
and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.
Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you
know today .
Pray that new governing leaders in Lebanon will recognise churches as shining lights in their communities .
Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.
and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness.
Remember eternity starts now -
Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God.