Author: Gospel Folio Press

Genesis 20:1-21:34; Job 23:1-24:25; Matthew 11:2-30

We…are changed into the same image from glory to glory.  2 Corinthians 3:18 

What a moment when Moses said to the Lord, “Show me thy glory” (Ex. 33:18). He saw God’s glory, but not His face—a limited revelation. After spending 40 days on the mountain with God, his face shone with a fading glory. In our Saviour— God manifest in the flesh—we see “the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ” (2 Cor. 4:6). Beholding Him in His Word, in a wonderful way we are transformed “from glory to glory.” May that be our daily experience. —David W. Oliver

That I might know Thee, humbly I pray,
“Show me Thy glory” day after day.
Change me, that in this vessel of clay,
Reflected glory, Thou wilt display. —D. W. O.

Genesis 19:1-38; Job 22:1-30; Matthew 10:24-11:1

Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:11 NKJV
I have not hidden Your righteousness within my heart; I have declared Your faithfulness and Your salvation. Psalm 40:10 NKJV

At first glance, the above verses may seem to contradict each other, but closer reflection reveals otherwise. The first verse indicates a personal passion for storing up God’s Word in our hearts. In the second verse, we see that this results in a desire to proclaim abroad His salvation and faithfulness to all, because it’s too amazing to be kept hidden! May we deposit God’s Word in the storehouses of our hearts, so His truth and loving kindness overflow to everyone we meet. —E. V.

Break Thou the bread of life, dear Lord, to me,
As once You broke the loaves beside the sea. —Mary A. Lathbury

Genesis 18:1-33; Job 21:1-34; Matthew 10:1-23

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 NKJV

Many read this verse and think of physical death, but the phrase “shadow of death” also has other connotations. Besides physical death, it also could mean moments of dark isolation, sadness, or fear. Perhaps you are lonely today, feeling adrift on a sea of great sadness. Fear not. The Shepherd is with you. Jesus walked alone through a valley we will never comprehend, and He understands our sorrow. Turn your eyes to Him, and know that you are never
alone as you travel through the valley. —Alyssa Gee

Fear not, loved one; hear My comfort: none can pluck you from My hand.
Trust Me, loved one; I am constant, none can change what I have planned.
—Chris Anderson

Genesis 17:1-27; Job 20:1-29; Matthew 9:18-38

For the Father seeketh such to worship him. John 4:23
His servants shall serve him. Revelation 22:3

Worship should be a vital part of every Christian’s life. The Lord Jesus pointed out to the Samaritan woman (John 4) that God is seeking worshippers. One author has said, “Worship is the total adoring response of ‘man’ to the eternal God and should be personal and passionate.” Worship is not just for today. It will be our wonderful occupation in heaven (Rev. 22). Come and worship Him today! —Bob Cretney

Father we worship Thee,
Thro’ Thy beloved Son;
And by the Spirit, now draw near,
Before Thy holy throne.  —Alfred P. Gibbs

Genesis 15:1-16:16; Job 18:1-19:29; Matthew 8:28-9:17

Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. James 4:3 

Prayer is vitally important in the Christian life and is the greatest use to which we can put our minds and tongues. Yet James is quick to remind us that the great failure in prayer is to ask for the wrong things and to ask with the wrong motives. Selfishness, personal glory, and pride undermine genuine prayer and requests will go unanswered.
In prayer, our desire must be to seek the will of God and the glory of Christ. Our prayers are not for self-exaltation but for Christ to be honoured and glorified and that the blessings of salvation will flow to others. —Paul Young

The path of prayer Thyself hast trod:
Lord, teach us how to pray! —James Montgomery

Genesis 13:1-14:24; Job 16:1-17:16; Matthew 8:1-27

He gives power to the weak, And to those who have no might He increases strength…But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. Isaiah 40: 29, 31 NKJV

Our strength is renewed as we wait on the Lord. The word “renew” has the basic meaning “to change.” It also means “to put on afresh.” The “weak” (v. 29) and “faint” (v. 31) are the same Hebrew word which means “failure through loss of inherent strength.” The “weary” in verse 31 is a different word. It has the idea of “exhaustion because of the hardness of life.” If we are worn out for either reason God will give us strength as we wait on Him. —K. W.

Praise to the Lord, who o’er all things,
So wondrously reigneth,
Shelters thee under His wings,
Yea, so gently sustaineth! —J. Neander

Genesis 11:27-12:20; Job 15:1-35; Matthew 7:7-29

She gave the king one hundred and twenty talents of gold, spices in great abundance, and precious stones. 2  Chronicles 9:9 NKJV

In the parallel account given of her visit, 1 Kings 10 says the Queen of Sheba gave more than anyone else ever gave. She brought tribute fit for a great king. Solomon in royal generosity gave the Queen whatever she requested and in the end, what he gave to her was much more than she had brought. What an illustration of our dealings with God. No matter what we may give materially or in worship; we can never outgive the Lord. “God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory” (Phil. 4:19). —Gary McBride

For out of His infinite riches in Jesus
He giveth, and giveth, and giveth again.  —A. J. Flint

Genesis 10:1-11:26; Job 13:1-14:22; Matthew 6:19-7:6

No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven.  John 3:13 NKJV

Some people think there are many ways to heaven. However, the Bible, God’s Word, tells us that Jesus is the only way. He is the only One to have come down from heaven and having fulfilled His purpose, to ascend there again. He promised that those who believe in Him will have eternal life. His supreme sacrifice on the cross was accepted by God as payment for our sins. Jesus died so that we might live. Will you trust Him today? —D. Cetola

Come every soul by sin oppressed, there’s mercy with the Lord;
And He will surely give you rest, by trusting in His word.
Only trust Him…only trust Him now. —J. H. Stockton

Genesis 8:20-9:29; Job 11:1-12:25; Matthew 6:1-18

We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. 1 John 3:14

Practical Christianity must be motivated by love. Nothing else will suffice. Love is at the centre of our faith: the love of God in giving His Son for us; the love of our Lord in dying for us; the love of the Spirit implanted in us, and the love of believers for the Lord and each other. True holy love for one another endures through deep waters of rejection and discouragement. Faith motivated by love for Christ means we do not give up as we seek to bless and help our brothers and sisters. —Gaius C. Goff

Christian pity moves our heart,
Through the love of Christ;
Others’ woes pierce like a dart
When there’s love to Christ.—William Reid

Genesis 7:11-8:19; Job 9:1-10:22; Matthew 5:21-48

Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when he had found him… John 9:35

Have you been cast out? By the world, by those you cherished as dear friends, or even by family? In those lonely and heart-breaking hours, there is One who draws near. He senses your need and comes alongside you immediately, even before you call on Him. He comes ready to reveal Himself on a deeper level than you have ever known Him before. In your sorrow, don’t turn away. Allow Him to heal your soul and draw you into intimate worship. —Eunice Free

Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee—
Thou wilt find a solace there. —Joseph Scriven