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Leviticus 14:33-57; Psalm 119:41-72; Mark 5:1-20

The Lord direct your hearts into the love of God.  2 Thessalonians 3:5

There are times when our hearts are pulled in more than one direction. Our heavenly Father knows when we are torn with indecision and in danger of heading down the wrong path. He then intervenes in love to redirect our hearts, aligning them with His thoughts. His ways and means of doing so may sometimes confuse us and be painful, but is always for our good, skillfully guiding us back to His loving arms. —E. V.

Saviour lead us by Thy power, safe into the promised rest;
Choose the path, the way whatever, seems to Thee, O Lord, the best;
Be our guide in every peril, watch and keep us night and day,
Else our foolish hearts will wander from the straight and narrow way.  —William Williams

Leviticus 14:1-32; Psalm 119:1-40; Mark 4:21-41

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 23:4

The Christian’s journey through this fallen world is not easy, but our crucified and glorified Lord is always with us. Our great Shepherd wields His rod and staff to fight our enemies and steer us in righteous paths. Wolves may dog our steps and trials surround us with gloom, but the Lord carries us close to His all-powerful bosom (Isa. 40:11). Whatever struggles and vicissitudes we face in His service, our eternal reward will more than compensate us for
our sufferings (2 Cor. 4:16-18). —K. R. Keyser

Comfort, through all this vale of tears, in blest profusion flows;
And glory of unnumbered years, eternity bestows.  —Philip Doddridge

Leviticus 13:24-59; Psalm 118:1-29; Mark 4:1-20

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Psalm 46:1, 11

What confidence the people of God have! No matter what happens in the world around us, we can say that God is our refuge and our strength. He has full control, even when things seem the opposite and we wonder what is going to happen next. Even in the midst of disasters, we can know His peace, and the beauty of it is that He never changes. He is the same yesterday, today and for ever! —G. Frear

God is our refuge and our strength,
Our ever present aid,
And, therefore, though the earth remove,
We will not be afraid. —Author Unknown

Leviticus 12:1-13:23; Psalms 116:1-117:2; Mark 3:13-35

When he was in Jerusalem at the passover…many believed in his name, when they saw the miracles which he did…Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men. John 2:23-24

It is easy to believe in Jesus, but another issue entirely to follow Him. It is wonderful to be around Jesus when miracles are happening. It is another thing to pick up our cross and follow Him. Jesus was not impressed with the crowds that lauded Him. He knew their interests were temporary. What He looks for are true disciples, those who will follow Him despite personal cost. Let us not be shallow believers in Jesus for selfish gain, but followers of
Him as the true Son of God! —Deborah Manera

The Lord has many lovers of His crown,
but few lovers of His cross. —Thomas à Kempis

Leviticus 11:1-47; Psalms 113:1-115:18; Mark 2:23-3:12

Then said they unto him, Who art thou? that we may give an answer to them that sent us. What sayest thou of thyself? He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness. John 1:22-23

Two great questions! Who are you? What do you say about yourself? Some might see this as an opportunity to promote themselves, their church or their ministry. How did John the Baptist answer? He said “I am the voice”. You can’t see a voice but you can hear it. John was the voice, but Christ was the Word. The voice has no value apart from the Word. It can be our privilege too, to be a voice for Him. —Sid Halsband

Take my voice, and let me sing,
Always only, for my King;
Take my lips, and let them be,
Filled with messages from Thee. —Frances R. Havergal

Leviticus 10:1-20; Psalms 111:1-112:10; Mark 2:1-22

Forasmuch as there is none like unto thee, O Lord; thou art great, and thy name is great in might. Jeremiah 10:6
For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised. Psalm 96:4

The word “great” occurs very often in Scripture, particularly when it is used to describe God. Great, when used as an adjective, means far above normal. His name is great, His power is great (Jer. 32:17), His love is great (Eph. 2:4), His mercy is great (1 Pet. 1:3). Indeed there is none like the Lord. How great Thou art! —Bob Cretney

Then sings my soul, my Saviour God to Thee;
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee;
How great Thou art, how great Thou art! —Carl Boberg

Leviticus 9:1-24; Psalms 109:1-110:7; Mark 1:21-45

O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah. Psalm 84:8

Notice the wondrous bookends to this prayer. Until answered, our prayers are upheld between the Lord God of Hosts—the selfexistent supreme God with unlimited resources and power to answer every request, and the God of Jacob—who met him at a time when he had nothing, provided promises beyond imagination and fulfilled every one. Selah! Such petitions invite a pause to ensure they are in harmony with His will and include thankfulness worthy of His abundant grace. —David J. Reed

It is for me to bow with bended knee,
His mercy, love and grace my only plea.
Such resources beyond all measure;
Ah! For me His ransomed treasure. —David J. Reed

Leviticus 8:1-36; Psalm 108:1-13; Mark 1:1-20

Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. Luke 15:10

Am I looking for large crowds to listen to my preaching? The Lord sought out individuals, such as the woman at the well, to bring into His kingdom. Many who have trusted Christ have turned to Him through the faithful witness of only one or two. Let us spend our lives seeking the lost—one by one—in the highways and hedges; on the streets and sidewalks; on the beaches and in the shops. The methods are many but most importantly we must give them a clear understanding of the gospel.—David Croudace

Seeking the lost and pointing to Jesus,
Souls that are weak and hearts that are sore,
Leading them forth in ways of salvation,
Showing the path to life evermore. —William A. Ogden

Leviticus 7:11-38; Psalm 107:1-43; Acts 28:17-31

And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him. Luke 2:45

Joseph and Mary were travelling home from Passover along with family and many others. No doubt they were tired and thinking about getting home and back to normal life. They had gone a day’s journey before they realized Jesus was not among them. After three days of searching they found Him back in Jerusalem, where they had left Him. How long is it since we last saw the Lord? Do we need to get back to where we left Him? —Ray Jones

How long has it been since you talked with the Lord?
How long has it been since your mind felt at ease?
How long since your heart knew no burden?
Can you call Him your Friend?
How long has it been since you knew that He cared for you?—M. Lister

Leviticus 6:8-7:10; Psalm 106:1-48; Acts 28:1-16

Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this? Esther 4:14

With the Jews seemingly facing destruction at the hands of wicked Haman, Mordecai saw the possibility of  deliverance coming through the intervention of Queen Esther. He recognized that she may have been strategically positioned by God as Queen so as to counteract this potential catastrophe. As the story unfolds we find that Mordecai’s spiritual perception was absolutely correct and that her interjection resulted in deliverance. The Lord may well have strategically positioned us to be used in His purposes for His glory. Are we alert to that possibility? —Philip A. Kaye

O use me Lord, use even me,
Just as Thou wilt, and when, and where.  —Frances R. Havergal