Your Daily Crossroad

Aug '21

Radical Generosity

Posted on Aug 31, 2021 in Devotions |

Aug '21

Your prayer today, “Jesus, help me be more generous.” Sell that ye have, and give alms . . . (Luke 12:33)

Kingdom people are radically generous people.

In Luke CH. 12, Jesus gives us a picture of what Kingdom people look like, and Jesus is clear—

Kingdom people are radically generous.

When Jesus tells us to “sell our possessions, and give to the needy,” He is trampling on the Old Testament standard of the tithe.

The tithe is simple; things come in, and you give 10%.

As your income comes in, give 10%. When the crop comes in, give 10%. You receive 20 coins, give 2 away. Not radical, simple.

In Luke 12:33, Jesus commands something more, something radical.

Jesus isn’t talking about income; He is talking about assets; He is talking about your life!

Jesus tells us to take the things we own, the things we enjoy, the things we value, and be radically generous.

With one phrase, Jesus blows past the simple practice of the tithe, and He commands radical generosity.

So why aren’t more of us radically generous?

Jesus tells us, “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (vs. 32).

Jesus introduces radical generosity by telling us to “not be afraid.”

The opposite of generosity is not greed—the opposite is fear.

People do not practice radical generosity because they are afraid. Afraid of not having enough. Fearful of having less than my neighbor.

Fear, not greed, is what keeps us from being generous.

Yet Jesus is telling us, “drop your small ambitions and trust me.” “Fear not,” He says, “you are Kingdom people with a King’s inheritance.”

Your prayer today, “Jesus, help me be more generous.”

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Aug '21

My Source of Strength

Posted on Aug 26, 2021 in Devotions |

Aug '21

Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. (Mark 11:24)

God, You are my source of strength and peace, and I’m so grateful I can turn to You for help when I need it. Right now, You know what I need. You know where I’m struggling and where I’m thriving. Please help me. Meet my needs today and give me the wisdom, peace and discernment I need to make wise choices that honor You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Aug '21

Make Me Aware

Posted on Aug 24, 2021 in Devotions |

Aug '21

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith. (Galatians 6:10)

God, please continue to shape me into someone who encourages other people. Show me what it means to do good to all people, and then help me to live this out. Make me aware of the opportunities to serve others that You place around me, and help me to act on them. I want every area of my life to reflect Your kindness and compassion. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Aug '21

My Rock

Posted on Aug 19, 2021 in Devotions |

Aug '21

He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. (Psalm 62:6)

If safety and peace are something you long for, then making your home in the Lord is your answer.

People who don’t know God often turn towards success, fame, self-exaltation and self-sufficiency for fulfillment. Sooner or later, they find their pseudo foundation of self-found stability crumbling apart like sand.

While the world says to follow your heart and your own desires in order to find happiness, security and peace, scripture tells us that God alone is our rock and salvation.

He is the only one who can save us from ourselves and offer true stability and security in life.

Every day we must be diligent in choosing the Lord as our foundation and nothing else.

When we do this consistently, our lives will be secure in His leading and protection.

His wrap around presence will permeate your being and life, further opening your heart to receive His peace, joy and strength.

Know today that the Lord is your rock and champion defender.

Even when troubles multiply around you, you don’t have to allow the enemy to paralyze you with fear because there is never any risk of failure in God!

When you stand firm in the Lord, He will defend you and you shall not be moved by anything life or the devil throws at you!

“Dear Heavenly Father, thank you that you are my rock and my salvation. I choose to make you the foundation of my life. Thank you for always being my champion defender and wrapping your presence around me. In you, I know I am safe and secure. Amen.”

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

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