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Thought of the Day 1/23/2020

“”Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Matthew‬ ‭7:7‬ ‭(ESV‬‬)

Here is another verse, like yesterday’s, that all too often gets used in the “prosperity” mindset and message. This is not a “free for all” offering of whatever you want in life from God. This is an exhortation to always be in communication with God in prayer (ask), always be about the Father’s business (seek), and push through the sin nature that keeps the door between you and God locked (knock) by repenting and seeking His forgiveness. When you follow these guidelines and look to God for His wisdom and direction, you will find that the path He has planned for you will be clear and well lit!

Jessica Ford
Communications Director
Alive Ministries USA

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Thought of the Day 1/4/2021

“But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”” Matthew‬ ‭4:4‬ ‭(ESV‬‬)

Jesus here quotes the scripture from Deuteronomy 8:3. The scripture Jesus quotes is telling the Israelites that God is able to sustain His people by any means, not simply only by an ordinary earthly source which at the time was bread. If our lives are fully surrendered to God with our trust in Him, He will provide for us and sustain us even by the very word of His mouth. For the believer this should not be that hard to imagine considering the words of His mouth spoke into existence all that is in creation — including you and I! Do you trust God for all of your daily needs?

Jessica Ford

Communications Director

Alive Ministries USA

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Thought of the Day 3/2/2020

“”Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew‬ ‭5:5‬ ‭(ESV‬‬)

What first comes to mind when you hear the word “meek”? Chances are words like “no backbone”, “submissive”, or something along those lines. However, what Jesus is preaching here about meekness is a person who has a gentle and kind spirit. Someone who is quick to forgive, does not hold a grudge, and does not repay evil for evil. It will be those who are long suffering and of a courteous disposition that will “inherit the earth”. This means that although they will still face trials and suffering in their lives, they will face it with that same quiet spirit and as a reward will be blessed by God. Do you possess these qualities? If not, pray today that God would help you to allow them to take root and begin to water these in you.

Jessica Ford
Communications Director
ALIVE Ministries USA

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