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Good morning brothers and sisters
Mark 8:31~ And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
One thing is to know that Jesus is God's Messiah. Another thing is to follow Jesus as our Lord. It's always hard to get our minds, hearts, and lives to all work together. When Jesus' followers admitted that He was the Christ, He knew He had to show them the rea... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Mark 8:31~ And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
One thing is to know that Jesus is God's Messiah. Another thing is to follow Jesus as our Lord. It's always hard to get our minds, hearts, and lives to all work together. When Jesus' followers admitted that He was the Christ, He knew He had to show them the real way to heaven. Each of the Gospels reminds us that this path led to the cross of suffering before it led to the crown of glory. It was put into a song that reminded the early church that they, too, had to walk that same road (cf. Philippians 2:5-11). We are going to heaven, but Satan will try to stop us and beat us up along the way, so we know there will be potholes, bumps, and even steep hills to climb. Our Savior, on the other hand, has already been down this path, and He is a great reminder that it will lead us to share in His glory.
Prayer: Dear Father, I know a few Christians who are having a hard time following Jesus in a faithful way. Please, dear LORD, I ask that you give them the strength and courage to keep going, and that you use me to encourage them and help them through this dark time in their lives. I want to give you the names of a few people and ask you to bless them. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
John 8:30~ As he spake these words, many believed on him.
Even though we talk a lot about Jesus being our Lord and Savior, it's easy to ignore His voice. Let's promise to read through each of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) before the end of the year. As we read, let's look for Jesus' heart and ask God to help us get to know Him better.
Prayer: Be with me, dear Father, as I try to learn more about Jesus and do what He says as I read Your holy ... moreGood night brothers and sisters
John 8:30~ As he spake these words, many believed on him.
Even though we talk a lot about Jesus being our Lord and Savior, it's easy to ignore His voice. Let's promise to read through each of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) before the end of the year. As we read, let's look for Jesus' heart and ask God to help us get to know Him better.
Prayer: Be with me, dear Father, as I try to learn more about Jesus and do what He says as I read Your holy Scriptures, which are all about Him. In the name of Jesus, who is both God’s Son and the Son of Man, in Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Mark 8:29~ And he saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Peter answereth and saith unto him, Thou art the Christ.
The best thing we can ever say is, "I believe Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and I want Him to be Lord of my life." Let's say it again, out loud, to God the Father's glory. Then, let's promise to help someone else say it for the first time before the end of the year!
Prayer: Thank you, Lord God Almighty, for having a plan that led ... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Mark 8:29~ And he saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Peter answereth and saith unto him, Thou art the Christ.
The best thing we can ever say is, "I believe Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and I want Him to be Lord of my life." Let's say it again, out loud, to God the Father's glory. Then, let's promise to help someone else say it for the first time before the end of the year!
Prayer: Thank you, Lord God Almighty, for having a plan that led to the birth of Jesus, Your Messiah. I do believe, dear God, that He is Your Son, and I want Him to be my Lord today and for the rest of my life. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Romans 8:28~ And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
God's faithfulness is the most important thing in our lives. The Bible tells the story of how God has always been true to Israel and His promises. No matter what seems to be going on in our lives, we can count on Him to keep His promises. When life is hard and faith is challenging, the real question is whether or not we cho... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Romans 8:28~ And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
God's faithfulness is the most important thing in our lives. The Bible tells the story of how God has always been true to Israel and His promises. No matter what seems to be going on in our lives, we can count on Him to keep His promises. When life is hard and faith is challenging, the real question is whether or not we choose to love God and live for His purposes. This verse isn't just a platitude; it's a ring of hope for people with strong faith who choose to keep going even when there's no apparent reason to. Faith is based on the fact that Jesus conquered death, Satan, and sin on the third day, while we are still waiting for the dawn of our full salvation.
Prayer: Lord, give me courage, faith, and character, and may my faith and hope in You last as long as I live. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 8:27~ But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!
Who is that man? Ah, He is much more than a man. He is our Lord, King, Messiah, Shepherd, and Savior.
Prayer: Tender Shepherd and Abba Father, thank you for sending Jesus to be my Lord and Savior. You emptied heaven of Your best glory to do this. Please give me the courage to face the storms in my life with faith, knowing that my Savior will cal... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 8:27~ But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!
Who is that man? Ah, He is much more than a man. He is our Lord, King, Messiah, Shepherd, and Savior.
Prayer: Tender Shepherd and Abba Father, thank you for sending Jesus to be my Lord and Savior. You emptied heaven of Your best glory to do this. Please give me the courage to face the storms in my life with faith, knowing that my Savior will calm the winds and waves and bring me safely back to You. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Romans 8:26-27~ Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
Sometimes it seems like our prayers hit the ceiling and fall to the ground. Sometimes we are so full of feeli... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Romans 8:26-27~ Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
Sometimes it seems like our prayers hit the ceiling and fall to the ground. Sometimes we are so full of feelings that we can't find the words to say what's in our hearts. Thank God that we know the power of our prayers doesn't come from what we say, but from God's grace that comes to us through the Holy Spirit.
Prayer: Holy God and Loving Father, thank you for giving me the Holy Spirit. Because of the Holy Spirit, I know for sure that you hear everything I say, think, and feel when I pray. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:25~ But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
I'm not good at waiting. But my hope in the Lord makes me more patient than I would normally be. As much as the Lord has given me, I'm sure I can't even imagine how much more He has in store for me. So, while I wait, I try to keep busy by loving my Heavenly Father and telling others about His grace.
Prayer: Thank you, dear Father, for giving me the patience I need to wait ... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:25~ But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
I'm not good at waiting. But my hope in the Lord makes me more patient than I would normally be. As much as the Lord has given me, I'm sure I can't even imagine how much more He has in store for me. So, while I wait, I try to keep busy by loving my Heavenly Father and telling others about His grace.
Prayer: Thank you, dear Father, for giving me the patience I need to wait for Jesus' return. This kind of patience is not in my nature, so I know it must be a gift from Your Spirit that lives inside me. Bless my efforts to help people find Jesus and salvation through Him. Bless me so that my faith will be strong and last while I wait. Bless my life, not with things, but with godly character, so that my life can be a light for others. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
John 8:24~ I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins.
The most important phrase is, "If you don't believe that I AM, you will die in your sins." However, our translations tend to hide it. As John does so often, he takes a simple phrase, fills it with meaning, and uses it to show us Jesus in a completely new way. Jesus is the God who says, "I AM." Why does God love us so much? We can'... moreGood night brothers and sisters
John 8:24~ I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins.
The most important phrase is, "If you don't believe that I AM, you will die in your sins." However, our translations tend to hide it. As John does so often, he takes a simple phrase, fills it with meaning, and uses it to show us Jesus in a completely new way. Jesus is the God who says, "I AM." Why does God love us so much? We can't know the whole answer, but we can believe, be happy, and live for His glory.
Prayer: Thank you, Holy and Righteous God, for Jesus and everything He is and has done for me. To Your glory and in the name of Jesus, I praise You and thank You for Your promise that I won't die in my sins. Even more, dear Father, thank You for making sure I will live with You after I die. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:23~ And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
At times, life can be very hard. Whoever has lived a long time knows this. At the same time, even our worst nightmares are just practice runs for our great redemption. Our most lonely times are when we are waiting to be brought into the presence of the King of Ages... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:23~ And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
At times, life can be very hard. Whoever has lived a long time knows this. At the same time, even our worst nightmares are just practice runs for our great redemption. Our most lonely times are when we are waiting to be brought into the presence of the King of Ages. With the Spirit living inside us, we know where our lives will end up, no matter where we are in the drama of life at the moment. So let's live like people who know where they're going but haven't gotten there yet, not like people who have made the present their home and put their hope in it. Our best days are still to come!
Prayer: Almighty and reliable God, loving Abba Father, give me courage today so I can deal with whatever comes my way. Please give me the spiritual strength to do it with grace, dignity, and honesty, so that others can see how I act and bring You glory. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Genesis 8:22~ While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.
One of two things is true. One thing that is true is that tomorrow will come, the earth will continue to turn, and the seasons will change in the way that they are supposed to. The second truth is that God will change His plan. Jesus will come, and we'll all share in His glory. These facts are as certain as the sun rising i... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Genesis 8:22~ While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.
One of two things is true. One thing that is true is that tomorrow will come, the earth will continue to turn, and the seasons will change in the way that they are supposed to. The second truth is that God will change His plan. Jesus will come, and we'll all share in His glory. These facts are as certain as the sun rising in the morning and setting at night. In either case, God's promises win over our fears and Satan's opposition. In other words, we win because of God's help.
Prayer: Thank you, All-Powerful Father, for making such great promises. I believe in tomorrow because I know that, unless Jesus comes back, You and Jesus will be there to make sure it happens. In the name of my Lord who comes and wins, in Jesus' precious name I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Luke 8:21~ And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are these which hear the word of God, and do it.
I love the simple truth that Jesus taught His first followers. Do you want to be known as a member of Jesus' family? Follow what His Father says and do what His Father wants!
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, please give me the wisdom I need today to see the opportunities You've put in front of me to follow Your will. But I don't want this cl... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Luke 8:21~ And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are these which hear the word of God, and do it.
I love the simple truth that Jesus taught His first followers. Do you want to be known as a member of Jesus' family? Follow what His Father says and do what His Father wants!
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, please give me the wisdom I need today to see the opportunities You've put in front of me to follow Your will. But I don't want this clarity to go away quickly, dear Father. Help me notice more of the opportunities You put in front of me every day. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Isaiah 8:19~ And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?
People want to incorporate elements from various mystical religions into their own "Christian" faith. Most people don't realize that the main message of the Bible is simple and easy to understand. God is only truly God if He is the Almighty Yahweh. Worship sh... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Isaiah 8:19~ And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?
People want to incorporate elements from various mystical religions into their own "Christian" faith. Most people don't realize that the main message of the Bible is simple and easy to understand. God is only truly God if He is the Almighty Yahweh. Worship should be given solely to the one true and living God. You can only trust this Abba Father. There are other spiritual powers, but they lead to death, destruction, and hopelessness. Jesus triumphed over them for us when He died on the cross (Colossians 2:13-15). Seek God, YAHWEH, the great "I AM" of Israel, the All-Powerful, the righteous Father of Jesus and all who follow Him. Look for God and live.
Prayer: Almighty Father and Holy Majesty on High, rekindle in our lands a desire to seek You in truth so that the world will know Your grace, the people will honor Your character, and the nations will know Your peace. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
CAA Eric Hartman
Priory of St. Michael the Archangel
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