Month: March 2024

March 26

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DAILY READINGS: Leviticus 3:1-17; Psalm 102:1-28; Acts 26:1-18

…behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. 2 Corinthians 6:2, KJV

The clock tower at a hotel in Edinburgh always shows the time 3 minutes fast. This is claimed to help those rushing to catch a train at nearby Waverley train station. What a relief for some who just make it to catch their train. There are many instances in life where people procrastinate and leave things until too late. Is there something you need to do for the Lord? Don’t delay, do it now! If you are not saved and know you need to be—attend to it now! —Brian Powlesland

While the voice of Jesus calls you be in time! If in sin you longer wait,
You may find no open gate, and your cry be just too late. Be in time!
—Charles Harrison Mason

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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Leviticus 3:1-17; Psalm 102:1-28; Acts 26:1-18

One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after. Ps. 27:4

In life, there are significant decisions that require clear choices. David declared, “One thing have I desired of the Lord…that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to enquire in his temple” (Ps. 27:4). Paul said, “This one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 3:13-14). Both men narrowed their life’s passion down to one thing and that paramount choice was for greater intimacy with God and to know Christ above all. What one thing do you desire? —K. C. Ung

Only one thing I ask of the Lord my God. and it’s all that I seek today:
That I may dwell in the house of the Lord; meditate in His courts with praise. —S. Werdebaugh

Monday, March 25, 2024

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Leviticus 2:1-16; Psalms 99:1-101:8; Acts 25:13-27

And Pethahiah the son of Meshezabeel…was at the king’s hand in all matters concerning the people. Nehemiah 11:24

We know very little about this man Pethahiah but he evidently had an important role representing the people in the presence of the king. He was able to interact with the king to ensure that their interests were not overlooked. In his position of responsibility he reminds us of the Lord Jesus Christ who has “entered…into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us” (Heb. 9:24). We are privileged to have Him there to support and represent us “in all
matters concerning the people”. —Philip A. Kaye

Before the throne of God above,
I have a strong and perfect plea;
A great High Priest whose name is Love,
Who ever lives and pleads for me. —Char. L. Bancroft

March 25

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DAILY READINGS: Leviticus 2:1-16; Psalms 99:1-101:8; Acts 25:13-27

And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time. Hebrews 9:27-28

Two things are appointed to humanity; death and judgment. The Lord Jesus experienced both. But there is a world of difference between the two. Man’s death is because of his own sin. The Lord’s death was on account of others’ sins. While man’s judgment follows death, that of the Lord’s came before death when He bore God’s judgment for human guilt, thus securing salvation for those “who wait for him” (Lamentations 3:25). —Drew Craig

O what a Saviour that He died for me,
From condemnation He hath made me free. —J. McGranahan

Lord’s Day, March 24, 2024

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Leviticus 1:1-17; Psalms 96:1-98:9; Acts 24:24-25:12

While the king sitteth at his table, my spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof. Song of Solomon 1:12

So spoke the bride of Solomon when she sat at his table. She had something to offer that was appreciated by the king. It should be noted that this offering was offered in silence, but the effect was appreciated by all present. We have a similar scene recorded by John, when Mary took spikenard and anointed Jesus’ feet. We read that “The house was filled with the odour of the ointment” (John 12:3). Dear sisters, your silent fragrant worship provides an atmosphere that affects “the whole house”, and is appreciated by the Lord and by all present. Please be encouraged in your worship. —Willie H. Burnett

O Lord, it is Thyself to meet, to this sweet feast we come;
Like Mary, resting at Thy feet, we learn of Thee alone.  —Boethia Thompson

March 24

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DAILY READINGS: Leviticus 1:1-17; Psalms 96:1-98:9; Acts 24:24-25:12

Because I have called and you refused to listen, have stretched out my hand and no one has heeded, because you have ignored all my counsel. Proverbs 1:24-25a

This is a serious warning indeed! The wisdom of God calls out to every person to take heed, to listen and to act now! What could be more plain than this warning? Those who respond to it are wise; those who do not have considered neither the grace of the offer nor the consequences of their refusal. God has done all in His power to save people from their sins. The responsibility is now yours. —G. Frear

Accept now God’s offer of mercy; To Jesus, oh hasten today;
For He will receive him that cometh, And never will turn him away.
—S. M. Sayford

Saturday, March 23, 2024

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Exodus 40:1-38; Psalms 94:1-95:11; Acts 24:1-23

Remember the prisoners as if chained with them—those who are mistreated—since you yourselves are in the body also. Hebrews 13:3 NKJV

As the time of this world’s night gets darker, and deeper in opposition to the Gospel and those who believe it, let’s remember those in different parts of the world who are being persecuted, tortured and martyred for their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We may never know them this side of heaven but they are special to us, because we are linked with them in the body of Christ. Please, today uphold them in your prayers! —Jim Paul

Thus we may abide in union,
With each other and the Lord,
And possess in sweet communion,
Joys which earth cannot afford. —John Newton

March 23

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DAILY READINGS: Exodus 40:1-38; Psalms 94:1-95:11; Acts 24:1-23

Seek the Lord while He may be found, Call upon Him while He is near. Isaiah 55:6, NKJV

I was asked to visit a lady who was dying. I explained the way of salvation to her. She said, “I know all that. I heard it when I was young. I have six months to live and I will go to hell.” She died and, to my knowledge, never trusted Christ. How tragic when she could have come to Him as a young woman and lived her life for Him. If you are considering trusting Christ, don’t put it off. Accept His offer of salvation today. —J. Fleming

Too late, the words came back to me, For I had reached eternity,
I knew at last the wealth I’d lost, Yes, Christ and heaven, what
a cost! My friend, why won’t you come and say, “Dear Lord,
please cleanse my heart today,” Then you will hear at heaven’s
gate, “Come enter in” and not “Too late!” —J. F.

March 22

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DAILY READINGS: Exodus 39:1-43; Psalms 92:1-93:5; Acts 23:12-35

He saw that there was no man, and wondered that there was no one to intercede; then his own arm brought him salvation. Isaiah 59:16

In Israel’s day the prophet described God looking upon earth and seeing no man who loved truth, righteousness and judgment. Thus no one had the desire or the capacity to intercede. So God did it Himself. It reminds us of our lost, sinful condition. There was no man who could save us from hell until the Lord Jesus Christ interceded. God stretched out His own arms on the cross and paid the price for our sins. He is our salvation. He is our hope. There is no other. Friend, trust Him today. —George Ferrier

O boundless salvation! Deep ocean of love,
O fullness of mercy, Christ brought from above. —W. Booth

Friday, March 22, 2024

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Exodus 39:1-43; Psalms 92:1-93:5; Acts 23:12-35

O Daniel, a man greatly beloved…thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. Daniel 10:11-12

What great encouragement this verse holds for every child of God today. First, like Daniel, we are greatly loved by God. “Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins“ (1 John 4:10). Second, our prayers are always heard. “If we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us” (1 John 5:14). And third, our loving heavenly Father will always send a response to our prayers (1 John 5:15). So, no matter what you may be facing today, never lose hope. God loves you. He hears you, and the answer is on the way! —E. V.

Behold the throne of grace! The promise calls me near:
There Jesus shows a smiling face, and waits to answer prayer.
—John Newton