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Leviticus 21:1-24; Psalms 124:1-127:5; Mark 7:24-8:10

Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him. Psalm 37:7
I waited patiently for the Lord. Psalm 40:1

Although translated “patiently” in each verse, different Hebrew words are used in each. The first “patiently” implies waiting in fear and trembling (to be in anguish). Sometimes we have burdens that cause that reaction and we wait on the Lord. The second “patiently” means to wait in expectant hope and joyful anticipation. This should be our daily occupation. In either case the Lord proves Himself sufficient. How blessed to have a Saviour who understands us in every circumstance of life. —Wm. H. Gustafson

I am trusting Thee to guide me: Thou alone shalt lead,
Ev’ry day and hour supplying all my need.  —Frances Ridley Havergal

Leviticus 19:1-20:27; Psalms 120:1-123:4; Mark 7:1-23

In the last days perilous times shall come…Continue thou in the things which thou hast learned…known the holy scriptures… thoroughly furnished unto all good works. 2 Timothy 3:1, 14-15, 17
Teach others also. 2 Timothy 2:2

Paul warns that in the last days stressful times shall come. How shall we endure? Paul exhorts us to: stand by the truth of God; know the power of God’s Word; be a pattern of good works and preach (in word and in our walk) the Word of God. In doing these things we can be a light to a dark and stormy world. —Bob Cretney

Help me then in eve’ry tribulation,
So to trust Thy promises, O Lord,
That I lose not faith’s sweet consolation
Offered me within Thy holy Word. —Lina Sandell Berg

Leviticus 17:1-18:30; Psalm 119:145-176; Mark 6:30-56

He took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them. Luke 22:19
And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them. Matthew 26:27

Lest we forget, the Lord Jesus took the bread, symbol of His broken body to remind us of the back that was furrowed and the face marred beyond recognition. Lest we forget, He took the cup, symbol of His shed blood to remind us of the blood that was His life poured out for us. Lest we forget, He uttered those precious words—“Do this in remembrance of Me” (1 Cor. 11:24 NKJV). Can we ever do anything else beside? Let us remember Him. —K. C. Ung

According to Thy gracious word, in meek humility,
This will I do, my dying Lord, I will remember Thee. —J. Montgomery

Leviticus 16:1-34; Psalm 119:113-144; Mark 6:1-29

Bring these men home. Genesis 43:16

This ruler of Joseph’s house, like other servants whose names are not recorded in Scripture, pictures the work of the Holy Spirit. He was charged with the care of the brethren who were still ignorant of Joseph’s identity. One day, at the end of the tribulation, Israel will be restored to their heavenly Joseph, and the nation that delivered Him up to be crucified will bow “themselves to him to the earth” (Gen. 43:26). But today, the Holy Spirit is also our Interpreter and Comforter, and He will minister to us until that wonderful
moment when we shall be with the Sufferer who has been made the Sovereign. —Phil Coulson

We have no home nor city here, this earth is all unblest:
Let Christ the Lord again appear, and give us perfect rest. —R. C. Chapman

Leviticus 15:1-33; Psalm 119:73-112; Mark 5:21-43

I have hallowed this house…to put my name there for ever; and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually. 1 Kings 9:3
Ye are the temple of God. 1 Corinthians 3:16

What a glorious building Solomon built for God! God chose to honour Solomon’s temple by placing His name, His eyes and His heart there. We believers are called the temple of God. He has put His name on us and tells us “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee” (Heb. 13:5). What amazing love! —Mary Robins

O soul, hast thou forgotten the tender word and sweet,
Of Him who left behind Him the print of bleeding feet?
I will never forsake thee, O child so weary grown,
Remember, I have promised, never to leave thee alone.  —Author Unknown

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

You have delivered…my eyes from tears. Psalm 116:8 NKJV 

It is astounding the emotions that can be squeezed into a single tear. We may think they come from our eyes but a tear begins its journey in our heart. Broken with emotions it cannot contain, our heart compresses them into a tear and releases it onto our cheek. From there it makes a slow journey down towards the heart from whence it came. Is there a tear today? What is it made of? A wrenching farewell to a beloved one? A bitter disappointment? A dream that didn’t come true? A frightening diagnosis? A longing
for youthful days gone by? Failure? Loneliness? He knows. He cares. And soon He will wipe our last tear away. —S. McEachern

There’s not an hour that He is not near us, No night so dark,
but His love can cheer us, There’s not a friend like the lowly Jesus.
No, not one! No, not one! —J. Oatman

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

Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord. Acts 3:19

Day by day, God gives opportunities to speak for Him. We need the Word of God in our hearts to make “evangelistic moments” like this important. To speak for God, we need to personally experience the importance of the gospel message and the value of precious souls. Commit yourself to learn concise, relevant messages from God through His Word. —G. C. G.

Lead me to some soul today, O teach me, Lord, just what to say;
Friends of mine are lost in sin, and cannot find their way.
Few there are who seem to care, and few there are who pray;
Melt my heart and fill my life, give me one soul today.  —Wendell P. Loveless

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

The serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die. Genesis 3:4

The serpent that tempted Eve had a cunning and subtle aspect to its words. Subtle, God-antagonistic minds often have the ability to twist or confuse the issue. The serpent may have been the first but certainly not the last “intellectual” to promote heresy. Fear of the Lord and a firm trust in His Word would have brought about a better outcome then and will still do the same today. —P. W.

O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Be Thou our guide while life shall last,
And our eternal home. —Isaac Watts

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

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28 NKJV
Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to You. Psalm 143:8b NKJV

After a horrific car accident left me learning to walk and talk again, I questioned God’s plan for my life and why He would allow this to happen. Looking back, I now see God’s perfect hand and timing in my life and the uncountable blessings it has brought. Dear reader, it’s impossible for us to know the best way for our
lives. Like David, may we know the way in which to walk and know that His ways are higher than our ways (Isa. 55:9). —J. Ball

I do not know why oft around me, my hopes all shattered seem to be;
God’s perfect plan I cannot see, but someday I’ll understand.—L. Leech

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

If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable. But now Christ is risen from the dead. 1 Corinthians 15:19-20a NKJV

Years ago a submarine sank off the coast of Massachusetts. Divers went to the disabled ship, endeavouring to find any sign of life. A faint tapping was heard in the Morse code, “Is there any hope?” This is the constant cry of millions. Thank God there is every hope,  for Christ is risen. We rejoice, our faith is not futile; our sins have been forgiven and we have peace with God. On this victorious day, proclaim the message of hope and life, “He lives!” —Jim Comte

Because He lives I can face tomorrow;
Because He lives all fear is gone.
Because I know He holds the future,
And life is worth the living just because He lives. —The Gaithers