A PURE HEART: Morning Manna November 30

 

Jesus (Yashua) said, "I will not speak with you much longer for the prince of this world is coming.  He has no hold on me." John 14:30 NIV  "He has nothing in me."

Let our prayer be the one of the Psalmist:  Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends You, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.  Psalms 139:23-24 NLT

In that way, we too will be able to say, "The enemy has come and he has no hold on me."  We will walk as overcomers and claim the victory over him.

Note:  Kathy and I are taking a brief break.  We will not have signal for a few days.  The manna will resume when we return.

Love to all.  Be blessed.

R & K

CHILDREN OF LIGHT: Morning Manna November 29

Since you have heard about Jesus (Yashua) and have learned the truth that comes from Him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. 

Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.  Ephesians 4:21-24 NLT

Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. 

And do not bring sorrow to God's Holy Spirit by the way you live.  Ephesians 4:29-30 NLT

Let your light shine.

R & K

GOD STEPS IN: Morning Manna November 28

Listen! The LORD's arm is not too weak to save you, nor is His ear too deaf to hear you call. It's your sins that have cut you off from God.  Isaiah 59:1-2 NLT

We have turned our backs on our God. 

We know how unfair and oppressive we have been, carefully planning our deceitful lies. Our courts oppose the righteous, and justice is nowhere to be found. Truth stumbles in the streets, and honesty has been outlawed.  

Yes, truth is gone, and anyone who renounces evil is attacked. The LORD looked and was displeased to find there was no justice. He was amazed to see that no one intervened to help the oppressed. So He Himself stepped in to save them with His strong arm, and His justice sustained Him.  

He will repay His enemies for their evil deeds.  

In the west (America), people will respect the name of the LORD.  Isaiah 59:13-19 NLT

R & K

THE LORD WILL NOT FORSAKE HIS PEOPLE: Morning Manna November 27

The LORD bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect. 

The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations. 

Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD (YAHWEH); and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance.  Psalms 33:10-12 KJV

The LORD will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. But judgment shall return unto righteousness: and all the upright in heart shall follow it. 

King David asked, "Who will rise up for me against the evildoers? or who will stand up for me against the workers of iniquity?"  Psalms 94:14-16 KJV

The answer is the LORD our God!

R & K

THANKSGIVING: Morning Manna November 26

Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works. 

Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD.  1 Chronicles 16:8-10 KJV

Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.  Psalms 106:1 KJV

R & K

BELIEVE THE PROPHETS: Morning Manna November 25

During the reign of Jehoshaphat, enemy armies gathered against Judah to drive the nation out of their God-given land and to destroy them completely.

Jahaziel, a prophet, rose up saying, "Listen!  The Lord says do not be afraid.  Don't be discouraged by this mighty army.  The battle is not yours, but God's.  March out against them.  You won't even need to fight.  Stand still and watch the Lord's victory.

Don't be afraid or discouraged.  The Lord is with you!"

Judah went to Tekoa (that name means trump or trumpet in Hebrew).  The King told the people, "Believe in the Lord your God and you will be able to stand firm.  Believe in His prophets and you will succeed."

Singers went first, praising God loudly.  The victory was complete.  2 Chronicles 20:1-30

God is the same yesterday, today, and forever.  Hebrews 13:8 NLT

R & K

THE MIND OF CHRIST: Morning Manna November 24

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Philippians 4:8 KJV

Why?

Because as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.  Proverbs 23:7 KJV

It is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 1 Peter 1:16 KJV

The transformation begins with our thoughts.

R & K

TRUTH PREVAILS: Morning Manna November 23

The wicked are trapped by their own words, but the godly escape such trouble.  Proverbs 12:13 NLT

An honest witness tells the truth; a false witness tells lies. Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing. Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.  Proverbs 12:17-19 NLT

The godly are rescued from trouble, and it falls on the wicked instead.  Proverbs 11:8 NLT

R & K

KEEP FOCUSED: Morning Manna November 22

For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in His steps. 

He never sinned, nor ever deceived anyone. He did not retaliate when He was insulted, nor threaten revenge when He suffered. 

He left His case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly. 

He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. 

By His wounds you are healed. 

Once you were like sheep who wandered away. But now you have turned to your Shepherd, the Guardian of your souls.  1 Peter 2:21-25 NLT

Your wandering days are over.

R & K

PERSECUTION: Morning Manna November 21

Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 

Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.  Matthew 5:10-12 KJV

Yes, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.

Evil people and impostors will flourish. They will deceive others and will themselves be deceived. But you must remain faithful to the things you have been taught. You know they are true, for you know you can trust those who taught you.  2 Timothy 3:12-14 NLT

R & K

CORRECTION: Morning Manna November 20

Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good; haste makes mistakes. People ruin their lives by their own foolishness and then are angry at the LORD.  Proverbs 19:2-3 NLT

Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many godly advisers (those who are led by the Spirit) bring success.  Proverbs 15:22 NLT

If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. 

Fear of the LORD teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor.  Proverbs 15:31-33 NLT

R & K

LET THE SPIRIT LEAD: Morning Manna November 19

The whole law can be summed up in this one command: "Love your neighbor as yourself." But if you are always biting and devouring one another, watch out! Beware of destroying one another. 

Let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves. The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other . . . Galatians 5:14-18 NLT

O send out thy light and thy truth: let them lead me . . . Psalms 43:3 KJV

R & K

THE VOICE: Morning Manna November 18

"I tell you the truth, anyone who sneaks over the wall of a sheepfold, rather than going through the gate, must surely be a thief and a robber! But the one who enters through the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 

The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep recognize his voice and come to him. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 

After he has gathered his own flock, he walks ahead of them, and they follow him because they know his voice. They won't follow a stranger; they will run from him because they don't know his voice."  John 10:1-5 NLT

So pay attention to how you hear.  Luke 8:18 NLT

R & K

PRAISES: Morning Manna November 17

Shout joyful praises to God, all the earth! Sing about the glory of His name! 

Tell the world how glorious He is. Say to God, "How awesome are Your deeds! 

Your enemies cringe before Your mighty power. Everything on earth will worship You; they will sing Your praises, shouting Your name in glorious songs." Psalms 66:1-4 NLT

Shout unto God with the voice of triumph.  Psalms 47:1 KJV

R & K

MY SOUL WAITS FOR GOD ALONE: Morning Manna November 16

I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will never be shaken. 

So many enemies against one man—all of them trying to kill me. To them I'm just a broken-down wall or a tottering fence. They plan to topple me from my high position. They delight in telling lies about me. They praise me to my face but curse me in their hearts. 

Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. 

O my people, trust in Him at all times. Pour out your heart to Him, for God is our refuge. 

God has spoken plainly, and I have heard it many times: Power, O God, belongs to You; unfailing love, O Lord, is Yours. Surely You repay all people according to what they have done.  Psalms 62:1-8,11,12 NLT

R & K

GOD LISTENS: Morning Manna November 15

Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell you what He did for me. 

For I cried out to Him for help, praising Him as I spoke. 

If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. But God did listen! He paid attention to my prayer. 

Praise God, who did not ignore my prayer or withdraw His unfailing love from me.  Psalms 66:16-20 NLT

I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from Him.  Psalms 62:1 NLT

God is all in all.  His love is sufficient.

R & K

INTEGRITY: Morning Manna November 14

Jehoshaphat, whose name means "Yahweh is judge," was the king of Judah.  He lived in Jerusalem, but he went out among the people, traveling from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim, encouraging the people to return to the LORD, the God of their ancestors. 

He appointed judges throughout the nation in all the fortified towns, and he said to them, "Always think carefully before pronouncing judgment. Remember that you do not judge to please people but to please the LORD. 

He will be with you when you render the verdict in each case. Fear the LORD and judge with integrity, for the LORD our God does not tolerate perverted justice, partiality, or the taking of bribes."  2 Chronicles 19:4-7 NLT

He that is greedy brings grief to the whole family, but those who hate bribes will live.  Proverbs 15:27 NLT

R & K

LISTEN: Morning Manna November 13

I listen carefully to what Yahweh is saying, for He speaks peace to His faithful people. 

But let them not return to their foolish ways. 

Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, so our land will be filled with His glory. 

Unfailing love and truth have met together. Righteousness and peace have kissed! Truth springs up from the earth, and righteousness smiles down from heaven. 

Yes, the LORD pours down His blessings. Our land will yield its bountiful harvest. Righteousness goes as a herald before Him, preparing the way for His steps.  Psalms 85:8-13 NLT

R & K

LET GOD ARISE! Morning Manna November 12

Help, O LORD, for the godly are fast disappearing! The faithful have vanished from the earth! 

Neighbors lie to each other, speaking with flattering lips and deceitful hearts. May the LORD cut off their flattering lips and silence their boastful tongues. They say, "We will lie to our hearts' content. Our lips are our own—who can stop us?" 

The LORD replies, "I have seen violence done to the helpless, and I have heard the groans of the poor. Now I will rise up to rescue them, as they have longed for Me to do."

The LORD's promises are pure, like silver refined in a furnace, purified seven times over. Therefore, LORD, we know You will protect the oppressed, preserving them forever from this lying generation.  Psalms 12:1-8 NLT

R & K

WHERE IS BOASTING? Morning Manna November 11

As the Scriptures say, "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise and discard the intelligence of the intelligent." 

So where does this leave the philosophers, the scholars, and the world's brilliant debaters? 

God has made the wisdom of this world look foolish. God in His wisdom saw to it that the world would never know Him through human wisdom.

Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God's weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength. 

Remember, dear brothers and sisters, that few of you were wise in the world's eyes or powerful or wealthy when God called you. Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. 

He chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. God chose things despised by the world, things counted as nothing at all, and used them to bring to nothing what the world considers important.  As a result, no one can ever boast in the presence of God. 

God has united you with Christ Jesus. For our benefit God made Him to be wisdom itself. Christ made us right with God; He made us pure and holy, and He freed us from sin. Therefore, as the Scriptures say, "If you want to boast, boast only about the LORD."  1 Corinthians 1:19-31 NLT

R & K

PRAY: Morning Manna November 10

I am praying to You because I know You will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.  Psalms 17:6 NLT

I confessed all my sins to You and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, "I will confess my rebellion to the LORD." And You forgave me! All my guilt is gone.

Let all the godly pray to You while there is still time, that they may not drown in the floodwaters of judgment. You are my hiding place; You protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory.

The LORD says, "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.

Many sorrows come to the wicked, but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the LORD. So rejoice in the LORD and be glad, all you who obey Him! Shout for joy, all you whose hearts are pure!  Psalms 32:5-11 NLT

R & K

GOD'S MIRACULOUS RESCUES: Morning Manna November 9

Gideon was told to rescue Israel from the Midianites (whose name means strife and contention).  Against overwhelming odds, Gideon's army won. (Judges chapters 6 & 7).

Elijah stood alone against 850 false prophets on Mt. Carmel.  God proved that one true voice will silence the multitude of lies.  (1 Kings chapter 18).

The entire Israelite army was cowering in fear before the giant Goliath, until one young man dared to face him down in the power of the Almighty God.

David replied to the giant, "You come to me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come to you in the name of the LORD of Heaven's Armies—the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.  1 Samuel 17:45 NLT

So David triumphed over the Philistine with only a sling and a stone, for he had no sword.  1 Samuel 17:50 NLT

That sling represents a sacrificial life because an animal had to die to produce the leather.  As believers today we have an greater arsenal than any of these other champions of the faith.  We can stand against our enemies on the basis of a sacrificial life, the Rock, who is Jesus Christ (Yashua) and with the two edged sword, which is the Word of God.

Stand on the Word and pray for the victory.  

R & K

HOW DID WE GET HERE? Morning Manna November 8

After that generation died, another generation grew up who did not acknowledge the LORD or remember the mighty things He had done for Israel. 

The Israelites did evil in the LORD's sight. They abandoned the LORD, the God of their ancestors. They went after other gods, worshiping the gods of the people around them. 

This made the LORD burn with anger against Israel, so He handed them over to their enemies all around, and they were no longer able to resist them. Every time Israel went out to battle, the LORD fought against them, causing them to be defeated, just as He had warned. And the people were in great distress. 

Then the LORD raised up judges to rescue the Israelites from their attackers.  Yet Israel did not listen to the judges but prostituted themselves by worshiping other gods. 

How quickly they turned away from the path of their ancestors, who had walked in obedience to the LORD's commands.  Judges 2:10-17 NLT

Jesus (Yashua) says, "I have this complaint against you. You don't love Me or each other as you did at first!"  Revelation 2:4 NLT  Return to me.

These things happened to the Israelites as examples for us. They were written down to warn us who live at the end of the age.  1 Corinthians 10:11 NLT

R & K

REVEALED: Morning Manna November 7

There is a God in heaven who reveals secrets.  Daniel 2:28 NLT

Everything that is hidden will eventually be brought into the open, and every secret will be brought to light. Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand."  Mark 4:22-23 NLT

God watches how people live; He sees everything they do. No darkness is thick enough to hide the wicked from His eyes.  Job 34:21-22 NLT

Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.  Galatians 6:7-8 KJV

Don't be deceived.  God sees everything.

R & K

GOD LAUGHS: Morning Manna November 6

Why are the nations (unbelievers) so angry? Why do they waste their time with futile plans? The kings of the earth prepare for battle; the rulers plot together against the LORD and against His anointed one. "Let us break their chains," they cry, "and free ourselves from slavery to God." But the One who rules in heaven laughs. The Lord scoffs at them.  Psalms 2:1-4 NLT

The wicked plot against the godly; they snarl at them in defiance. But the Lord just laughs, for He sees their day of judgment coming.  Psalms 37:12-13 NLT

Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast.  Isaiah 26:20 KJV

Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. 

The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad. Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south. They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.  Psalms 126:2-5 KJV

R & K

STAND FIRM AND BE STILL: Morning Manna November 5

Put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God's righteousness.  Ephesians 6:13-14 NLT

Do not be afraid.  Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today.  The Egyptians (those who enslaved you) whom you see today you will never see again.  The LORD will fight for you, you need only to be still.  Exodus 14:13,14 NIV

"Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world."  Psalms 46:10 NLT

R & K

HOPE: Morning Manna November 4

Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God's glory. 

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. 

And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because He has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with His love.  Romans 5:2-5 NLT

For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.  Romans 8:24-25 KJV

Blessed are those who trust in the LORD and have made the LORD their hope and confidence. Jeremiah 17:7 NLT

R & K

THE POWER OF WORDS: Morning Manna November 3

The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.  Proverbs 18:21 NLT

Jesus said, "The words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.  John 6:63 KJV

What are we speaking to those around us?  Do our words exalt us? or Jesus Christ?  

Jesus' words brought life.

R & K

EXALT HIM: Morning Manna November 2

You, O LORD, are supreme over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. 

You who love the LORD, hate evil! 

He protects the lives of His godly people and rescues them from the power of the wicked. Light shines on the godly, and joy on those whose hearts are right. 

May all who are godly rejoice in the LORD and praise His holy name!  Psalms 97:9-12 NLT

R & K

LEADERS: Morning Manna November 1

I urge you to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings (presidents) and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.  1 Timothy 2:1-2 NLT

Father, we pray for wisdom and discernment as we choose leaders from among us.

Choose some well-respected men who are known for their wisdom and understanding, and I will appoint them as your leaders.'  Deuteronomy 1:13 NLT

As we choose these men and women, we ask that You would be the final authority.  That You would give us leaders who desire to walk in truth and holiness.  Turn our nation back to You.

"The king's heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; He guides it wherever He pleases."  Proverbs 21:1 NLT

Guide them.

R & K