[Devotional] IN HIS PRESENCE: Biblical insights for the new month

Read: 2 timothy 3:16-17

Meditation verse:

“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for  reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16-17).

• Each day is a gift from God. Be grateful to Him and expect the best (Psalm  118:24). 
• Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and he shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6) 
• Do not despise the day of small beginnings. Start from where you are and  make use of what you have, no matter how insignificant it may seem  (Zechariah 4:10). 
• Commit your plans to God, do your best and you will succeed (Proverbs  16:3). 
• Work is honourable, it is the means through which you get your need met,  so, work hard. (2 Thessalonians 3:6-12) 
• Avoid comparing yourself with others or judging yourself by their  standards, it is unwise (2 Corinthians 10:12). 
• Do not be weary in doing good (2 Thessalonians 3:13) 
• Humility will attract God’s favour, so be humble. (Proverbs 3:34, 22:4). • Let your life be an example of what you profess. Walk worthy of your  calling; in love, purity, faith and conduct” (1 Timothy 4:13-16) • Do not take yourself too seriously. Ease up and learn to laugh at yourself  (Proverbs 17:22). 
• Godliness with contentment is great gain. There is joy in being content  with what you have. (1 Timothy 6:6) 
• Don’t sweat the small the small stuff. Be willing to let go of little things  and forgive easily (Colossians 3:13, James 1:19b). 
• Live is a lively process of becoming. Have a plan for your life, but be open  to new experiences (Eccl 11:1-6) 
• Make integrity and consistency your watchword. Let your word be your  bond (Mathew 5:37). 

• Endeavour to reach out to the less privileged (Proverbs 28:27). • Why worry, when you can pray (Philippians 4:6).

IN HIS PRESENCE is written by Pst (Mrs) Oke Chinye, Founder of The Rock Teaching Ministry (TRTM).

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