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The Silversmiths Reflection #RTTBROS #Nightlight  Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.” - James 1:12 (KJV) The Silversmith’s Reflection In the heat of the fire, a silversmith works diligently, refining silver until it’s pure. He explains that the silver must be kept in the hottest...

The Power of Constant Prayer #RTTBROS #Nightlight  "Pray without ceasing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (KJV) Our lives are filled with ups and downs, joys and sorrows, triumphs and challenges. In the midst of life's ever-changing landscape, there is one constant that can keep us grounded, encouraged, and filled with hope: prayer. As the unknown author wisely stated, "For a better morning talk with God...

Unveiling the Unseen: Extending Grace in Life's Hidden Struggles Bible Verse: "And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you." - Ephesians 4:32 (KJV) Devotion: In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to get caught up in our own struggles and forget that everyone around us is fighting battles we know nothing about. The...

The Debt Rom 6:23  #Nightlight #RTTBROS  The Debt We Cannot Pay Verse: "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." - Romans 6:23 (KJV) In this story, a British pastor and his young son entered an expensive store with a strict policy: "Do not touch any breakages, much must be purchased." Despite the clear warning, the pastor found himself gent...

The Goodness Of God Ps. 27;13 #Nightlight #RTTBROS   Psalm 27:13, "I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living." In the midst of life's storms and challenges, it is easy to become fixated on the problems that surround us, causing our minds to be held captive by negativity and fear. But the Lord desires to set us free from this bondage, as stated...

Real Love Verse: "Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;" - 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 (KJV) In my recent sermon on 1 Corinthians 13, I explored the true meaning of love as described in this powerful passage. I emphasized that love, or charity...

The Invitation Matt. 7:7  #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:" (Matthew 7:7, KJV) In our daily lives, we often find ourselves facing challenges, struggles, and moments of uncertainty. During these times, it is crucial to remember that our Heavenly Father is always present and aware of our circumstances. He is not a...

The Arena

The Ant Mill #Nightlight #RTTBROS Proverbs 14:12 (KJV) "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." In nature, there is a phenomenon known as an "ant mill" or "ant death spiral." This occurs when a group of ants gets separated from their pheromone trail, which they use to communicate and navigate. Without their trail, they begin to follow each other i...

The Paradox Eph 4:32 #Nightlight #RTTBROS   The Paradox of Christian Kindness “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” - Ephesians 4:32 (KJV) Inscribed on the wall of a ministry to the broken, rejected untouchables in Calcutta India is this poem: Anyway Poem People are often unreasonable, illogical and self centered; F...

Help For The Hurting Heart John 14:18  #Nightlight #RTTBROS  "John 14:18 KJV - 18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you ." - John 14:18  No one can bring true comfort to a grieving heart like Jesus can. Even the most supportive friend or relative can only do so much. The sympathy and kindness of others, while helpful, often fall short of what we truly need. Only Christ can understan...

Hearing God's Voice in the Last Days. #Nightlight #NormanKissinger #NK #RTTBROS Verse: "And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams:" - Acts 2:17 (KJV) Devotion: In the last days, God has promised to pour out His Spirit u...

Transformed, Not Conformed #RTTBROS #nightlight #normankissinger #NK Verse: "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." - Romans 12:2 (KJV) In this devotion, the speaker discusses the critical difference between repentance and compliance. Many parents have experienced their...

Joy Miner #RTTBROS #Nightlight 1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV - 18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Philosopher's corner enter your own risk.... You were warned..... Still here?.... My friend that I'm doing a funeral for had a blood disease that required an infusion of platelets and Iron, two times a week for 4 hours each visit at Mountain States Tu...

The Battleground Eph 6:13 #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Life Is a Battleground": Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. - Ephesians 6:13 (KJV) Many people go through life expecting it to be easy and fun, like a playground built solely for their enjoyment and amusement. However, as the Bible makes clear, that notion...

Joy In The Journey Pro 16:9 #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Finding Joy in the Journey Proverbs 16:9 KJV - 9 A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps In Proverbs 16:9, we are reminded that while we may have our own plans and ideas about how our lives should go, it is God who ultimately guides our steps. This can be a difficult concept to grasp, especially when we encounter suffering...

3 Walls of Sovereignty Gen 50:20  #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Gen 50:20  Genesis 50:20 KJV - 20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive. The 3 walls of control  The topic of God's sovereignty is a deep and complex one, and it can certainly be thought-provoking. You're right that the story of Joseph is a great...

Unashamed Matt 27:29-31   #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Are You Ashamed of Jesus? (Adrian Rogers) Matthew 27:29-31 KJV - 29 And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews! 30 And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head. 31 And after that they ha...

Here is a synopsis of my Easter Sermon Title: The Power of the Resurrection: Transforming Fear into Faith As I reflect on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, I am reminded that it is the cornerstone of our Christian faith. It's the event that sets Christianity apart from all other religions and gives us hope in the face of death. In my Easter sermon, I explored the significance of Good Friday and Ea...

3 Crosses John 3:16   #Nightlight #RTTBROS  "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16 (KJV) The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is a pivotal moment in history, where three men faced three different destinies on one hill. As the quote eloquently describes: "3 men, 3 crosses, 1 hill. One man...

Pastoral Prayer March 2024 #RTTBROS #Nightlight

God Is Good PS 100:5.   #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Here's a beautiful KJV Bible verse that speaks about God's goodness: "For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; And his truth endureth to all generations." - Psalm 100:5 (KJV) What about the problem of Evil?  How can a good God create evil?  The answer is he didn't.  Listen to this exchange between a student and a professor.  Why did God create e...

Wounded Jewel  #Nightlight #RTTBROS  Romans 8:18 KJV For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. “Did you know….An oyster that has not been wounded in any way does not produce pearls?  A pearl is a healed wound. Pearls are a product of pain, the result of a foreign or unwanted substance entering the oyster, such...

Closed Doors Isa. 55:8 #Nightlight #RTTBROS  "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord." - Isaiah 55:8 (KJV) Have you ever prayed fervently for an opportunity, only to find the door firmly shut? In those moments, it's natural to feel disappointed, confused, or even frustrated with God. We may question His goodness or wonder if He truly has our best inter...

Birthing Prayer 1 Kings 18:41-45 #RTTBROS  #Nightlight   Referring to 1 King 18:41-45 1 Kings 18:41-45 KJV - 41 And Elijah said unto Ahab, Get thee up, eat and drink; for there is a sound of abundance of rain. 42 So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Carmel; and he cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between his knees, 43 And said to his servant, Go u...