September 20

Spiritual Vitamins Day 20 by SGLY Ministry

SPIRITUAL VITAMIN O : OVERCOME
“Do not be overcome by evil,
but overcome evil with good.”
Romans 12:21 NKJV

OVERCOME the World
“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world.
And this is the victory that has overcome the world–our faith.” 1 John 5:4

OVERCOME the Flesh
“You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” 1 John 4:4

OVERCOME the Devil
“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony,…” Revelation 12:11

Overcome means to defeat.
We can defeat evil by doing good.
It sounds simple but as most of us know
it is often hard to put into practice.

However, we believers have the Holy Spirit within us, so we can be over-comers everyday!
“because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”1 John 4:4 (NKJV)

So,“…let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” Galatians 6:9-10 NKJV

Today’s Action:
Today let’s take our Spiritual Vitamin O and be Over-comers!
Let’s put into practice what the scriptures say:

Overcome evil by doing good.
Love your enemies
If your enemy is hungry–feed him.
If he is thirsty–give him a drink.
Do good to those who curse you
Do good to those who hate you
Pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you.
Do not grow weary
Keep doing good.
Trust the Lord.
Pray for His strength.

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Isaiah 41:18 ‘I will make rivers flow on barren heights, and springs within the valleys. I will turn the desert into pools of water, and the parched ground into springs.’

- God can turn any situation around.
- He can do impossible things.
- He can take what appears to be useless and transform it into something wonderful.
- He can bring life and hope into those areas of our lives that feel barren and dry.

PRAYER: Lord, I pray that You will come, by Your Holy Spirit, and bring new life, new hope, and new joy into every area of life, and in particular into those areas that so desperately need Your intervention. Amen.

Kind Regards
Pastor Andrew Roebert

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Finding Rest in a Restless World

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28, NIV)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

In this day and age, our culture has become so accustomed to having constant activity going on — computers, cell phones, television, email, video games. And there’s nothing wrong with that stuff; but sometimes, we have to stop and be still so we can focus on knowing God.

This is especially true during the difficult times in life. When you are facing a challenge, it’s easy to want to run to a friend or talk about it with a neighbor. But at some point, you have to stop and say, “God, I rest in You. I know You have me in the palm of Your hand.” Remember, our battles are spiritual battles. The people in your life aren’t your enemy, the forces of darkness are. When you choose to be still and know that the Greater One lives on the inside of you, you are saying to the whole world, “I trust God. He is my Defender.” When you choose to believe in Him, you will enter into His rest.

Remember, the battle belongs to the Lord. As you are still before Him, as you tune out the distractions of the world and lean into Him, you will find rest and experience His victory and blessing in every area of your life.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY: Father, I humbly come to You, seeking rest for my heart and mind. I choose to be still before You. I choose to cast my cares on You. Speak to my heart so I can know You more. Fill me with Your peace as I put my trust in You in Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Develop Your Potential

. . . He Who began a good work in you will continue until the day of Jesus Christ [right up to the time of His return], developing [that good work] and perfecting and bringing it to full completion in you - Philippians 1:6

Before the days of digital cameras, cameras had film that had to be taken to a processor or a darkroom for development. Just having the undeveloped film didn’t do you any good. But once you went through the process of development, you had beautiful pictures for yourself and others to see.

It’s the same with you. God placed potential inside you, but just having potential is not enough. Be willing to let God work daily to bring you to spiritual maturity in Him.

It takes time and a willingness to let God work in your life to develop your potential, but I guarantee you can make a difference in the world and enjoy an amazing life as you learn to be led by the Holy Spirit rather than by your own will and ways.

Power Thought: God is at work in my life, developing and perfecting the potential He placed inside me when He created me.

From the book the book Power Thoughts Devotional by Joyce Meyer.

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And they raised up their voices and called, Jesus, Master, take pity and have mercy on us! — Luke 17:13 (AMPC)

There Is Always Time for Prayer by Joyce Meyer

Whether you are a parent, a schoolteacher, an executive, a mechanic, or a brain surgeon, you are probably busy! You not only have the requirements of your job to fulfill, but you may also have caretaking responsibilities with family or extended family. No matter how busy you are, be encouraged: God hears all prayers—even short ones—and that is something to be thankful for!

Prayer is something you can do throughout the day no matter how much you have on your to-do list. For example, if you are an exhausted stay-at-home parent who cleans up the house and changes diapers all day, then just take one minute to be still and say, “Oh, Jesus, I love You. Strengthen me right now. God, I need some energy. I feel worn out.”

It is okay to talk to God in a very simple way. By praying throughout the day in this simple, meaningful way, we invite God into every area of our lives, and that is exactly what He desires.

Prayer of the Day: I thank You today, Father, that prayer doesn’t have to be long and complicated. You hear even my short, heartfelt prayers. I am grateful that I can have a continuous conversation with You all through the day, and that You hear and answer me.

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Bible Verses

James 1:2-4 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

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“Serve the Lord with gladness, come before his presence with singing.” - Psalms 100:2

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The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever. — 1 John 2:17

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For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. Ephesians 4:4

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Ephesians 4:29 “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”

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Prayers

Prayer to Gain and Share Wisdom

Lord, there is so much that I don't know, and I ask you to inspire me with a thirst for knowledge. I pray, too, for wisdom and understanding that I may use my knowledge well. I give thanks for many people I have never met whose knowledge and understanding have been passed on to me. I ask that I may benefit from their work and experience and may contribute, in turn, to the well-being of others. Amen.

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Let the word of Christ richly dwell within me all this day; and whatever I do in word or deed, may I do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father. Amen.

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Dear Lord Jesus, we sing that old hymn, "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," but how do we define "friend?" I once wrote this definition: "A friend is someone who compliments you enough to encourage you, who is honest enough to keep you humble while being tactful enough to make his honesty acceptable, and who is sensitive enough to your feelings to let you know that he loves you." ... The more I grow in my faith and the better I know You, the more I realize that You are that friend! Now, I can define friend in two words - Jesus Christ! ... How well our parents and grandparents knew You when they sang, "What A Friend We Have In Jesus." Sometimes we only discover this when You are all we have to count on! Thank You for Your loving, caring presence in our lives.

In Your holy name we pray.

Amen.

© 2000 by D. L. Hammond, Permission to copy granted for noncommercial use.

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Almighty God, I pray that thou wilt help me to correct my life to-day that I may know a better way to-morrow; and may I be mindful and try to do right. Grant that I may be patient and kind if I may be sick or in need, and always keep uppermost the faith of deliverance and eternal care. Amen.

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Inspire me, Lord, so that I may reflect your image and likeness a little more clearly each day. Amen.

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Dear Father, help me find peace in joy in a world that often is full of pain and suffering. Help me be a beacon of hope when others are in need. Give me the wisdom to guide them in the right direction.