Archive for the 'real devos' Category

September 25, 2007

 

Real Needs
By RTF Staff Writer Jade West

“And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.” –Luke 11:9 (KJV)

“But my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19 (KJV)

So many times, we use verses like these to ask about physical things–a new computer, a digital camera, a better job and the list goes on and on.

But how often do you take the time to pray for other needs and wants? Like your emotional and spiritual needs? (more…)

Filed under: Jade west, real devos

September 15, 2007

 

Ministry

by Lydia Rule, RTF Staff Writer

The word “ministry” sounds big, impressive, and intimidating. Often, people are frightened by the idea of starting one. To avoid getting involved, we often make excuses. Teenagers feel too young to have a ministry, adults don’t have time, and the shy are afraid to try. . .

But ministry really is not as frightening as it sounds. In fact, if you look at the word ministry, you find something interesting: (more…)

Filed under: Real Bible Study, lydia rule, real devos, teens making a difference

August 24, 2007

Closer than a Brother
By Michelle Payne, Guest Writer

Proverbs 18:24 …and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.

Matthew 21:22 And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.

“Michelle, Ms. Debi wants you to come over on Wednesdays to pack and deliver food for the needy families in our area.”

Little did I know, God was going to use Ms. Debi to draw me closer to Him. You see, I pray every night, read the Word every day, know what I believe, and have concern for the lost. Yep, I’m a pretty religious about my relationship with my heavenly Father, huh.

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Filed under: Guest Writers, real devos

August 14, 2007

 

Head-On

by Lydia Rule, RTF Staff Writer

Here is the understatement of the century: people do not get along. In fact, confrontations between people can get downright nasty. (more…)

Filed under: family, friendship, lydia rule, real advice, real devos, real issues

August 2, 2007

When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.
  -Psalm 27:8

If God asked you that question, what would your answer be? It is not an easy thing to just say, “No problem God… sure, I’ll seek you.” What are some basic ways that you can seek God each day?

Speak with Him. Have a quick devo or just spend some quiet time with Him. It doesn’t have to be long, just give Him what you have.

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Filed under: lydia rule, real devos

July 19, 2007

I Will Go by: Debra Weiss

I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: Psalms 71:16a (KJV)

Dear Lord, if me You send, into some small town, I will go.

Dear Lord if me You send, into the jungles of Africa, I will go.

Dear Lord, if me You send to my neighbor down the street, I will go.

Dear Lord if me You do not send, in a small town, the jungle, or to my neighbor, then right here I will stand.

Dear Lord, if me You do not send, then right here I will stand, awaiting Your gentle voice, Your quiet guidance.

BIO: Debra Weiss is a writer, dreamer, and born-again child of God! She works as a columnist under the pen name of Jade West. Debra has many goals and hopes for her future, but her number one goal is to be a living sacrifice for Jesus Christ. Visit her blog at http://my-god-rocks.blogspot.com/

Filed under: Jade west, real devos, real poem

July 17, 2007

Deeper Devotions for Christian Students is just that — it’s a website for teens who want to be thinking Christians. Some of the titles of the devos made me want to dig deeper, which is what a devo should do. I read through a few of the devos. Some are excellent. Some are okay. Read them with a Bible in hand.

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July 16, 2007

I heard this in a prayer once and it has really stuck with me. This is the kind of person that I want to be. I hope that it encourages you to do something big with your life today!! Ashley Phillips, RTF Staff Writer

To be a confident and secret keeper,
and know all your plans for what will come to be.
I’m tired of seeing people who just praise in steeples.
I want to see people who will be the key.

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Filed under: ashley phillips, real devos, real poem