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February 22, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 18
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What did Sarah do when she heard God’s promise? What did she do when God called her on it? What would it have taken for God to spare Sodom?
Application
Do I believe God or do I scoff at His promises? Do I try to deny my actions to the One who sees all things? Am I living righteously enough that God would spare my city if he found nine others like me?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father God, I must confess that I sometimes react like Sarah when the situation seems impossible. Please give me a heart that believes You no matter what the circumstances. May I be a beacon of the righteousness of Christ in this dark world. I pray that I would live in such a matter that would preserve my city! In Jesus’ name, Amen
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Mike & Jamie Haberkorn (Hannah, Sean)
- David & MaryBeth Hollander (Cole, Marcus)
- Bob & Peggy Hoover
Ministry:
- Chrysalis Women’s Transitional Housing
CLF:
- Pray that we would be a church that is dedicated to the breaking of bread, both in the sense of being devoted to observing the Lord’s Supper, and in meeting together for meals to fellowship, to deepen bonds, to heal offenses, and to end disputes.
Community: Pray for Star and Eagle
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
But an hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth. Yes, the Father wants such people to worship Him. God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth. – John 4:23-24 (HCSB)
February 21, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 17
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What did God instruct Abraham to do (1)? Why did God promise Abraham short-term and long-term? How did God respond to Abraham’s suggestion of a compromise (17-20)?
Application
Do I devoutly live in God’s presence? Have I thanked Him lately for keeping His promise to give Abraham a son, who would be an ancestor of Christ?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father God, I desire to dwell in Your presence! Give me a heart that is devout and follows You daily. Thank You for keeping Your covenant with Abraham, even though human wisdom would say it was impossible. You are the God for whom the impossible is easy to accomplish! I thank You in Jesus’ name, Amen!
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Ken & Twilla Eden (Joshua, Jonathan, Sophia)
- Gil & Lois Estes
- Gary Friend
- Scott & Kristi Guinn (Josiah)
Missionaries:
- J & G Simon, missionaries to Austria
CLF:
- Ask that we would be a church that is devoted to true fellowship: Pray that we would be encouraged from being united with Christ, comforted by His love, bonded with His Spirit, tender and compassionate with one another. Pray that we would be like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. Ask that we would do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider one another better than ourselves, looking not only to our own interests, but also to the interests of each other. Pray that we would all have the same attitude as that of Christ Jesus.
Community: Pray for Nampa
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
But an hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth. Yes, the Father wants such people to worship Him. God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth. – John 4:23-24 (HCSB)
February 20, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 16
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
How did Sarai take matters into her own hands? What was the result?
Application
Do I allow my impatience and unbelief to take precedence over God’s word?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Lord, Thank You that you are not only a God who makes promises, but You always keep them. I confess that, like Sarai, I am far too quick to stop waiting on Your timing and I try to force my own solutions onto situations, almost always to disastrous results. Give me faith to trust You and to wait for You to act in Your perfect timing. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Mike Daniels
- Theresa Daniels
- Travis & Hali Davidson (Andrew)
- Brian & Eileen Davis
Missionaries:
- Tim & Miranda Penn (Samid, Sarah), missionaries to Albania
CLF:
- That Christian Life Fellowship would be a church that is devoted to the Word of God, and that we would be doers of it and not just hearers; that we would study the Word and so always be prepared to give everyone an answer–in season and out of season–and be approved workers who do not need to be ashamed, able to accurately understand and explain it.
Community: Pray for Caldwell
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
But an hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth. Yes, the Father wants such people to worship Him. God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth. – John 4:23-24 (HCSB)
February 18, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 15
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What promise did God make to Abram in verse 1? How can this be said to be the foundation of every promise that follows? In ancient times, a covenant was sealed by dividing animals in two after which both parties would walk down the middle. What is the significance of God going between the pieces (in the form of the fire pot and torch) while Abram slept?
Application
Do I believe God fully and rest on His promise to keep me and never leave or forsake me? Do I believe God initiates and keeps His covenants without any need of help from me?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father in heaven, Thank You for Your grace! For You made Your covenant with Abram while he slept–You took the initiative and he could do nothing to help. You promised to keep Your word to him. Thank You that You do the same for me in Jesus! In His name I pray, Amen.
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
SATURDAY
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries.
- Chris & DeAnn Smith (Sasha, Noah, Gavin, Natalie)
- Danielle Youngblood (Kayla, Kendra)
- Moy & Janeth Ortiz
- Brook & Erica Butts (Brooklyn, Boston)
Ministry:
CLF:
- That we would be devoted to thanksgiving and praise to our Lord–for what He has done, for what He is doing, for what He will do, and for who He is–in good times and bad.
Community: Pray for Kuna…
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
SUNDAY
- Jenn Austring
- Sher Brodoski
- Debbie & Amy Brueggemann
- Chris Carlton
Missionary:
CLF:
- That we will be devoted to evangelism and growth; that the Lord will add to our numbers those who are being saved.
Community: Pray for Meridian
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 17, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 14
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
After Abram and his men rescued Lot, what happened between him and Melchizedek? How did Abram respond when the king of Sodom tried to reward him?
Application
Do I offer God praise, worship, and glory for all the things He has done? Am I careful to place my relationship with God above rewards and wealth?
Prayer
Dear Father, Thank You for Your great victory on behalf of Abram and Lot. Thank You that Melchizedek gave You praise and instructed Abram to do the same, and that Abram obeyed. Help me to do likewise when i experience victory, for I know it comes from You and not from me. Help me to be like Abram, who refused rewards from a wicked king so that none but You would receive the glory. I ask this for Jesus’ sake and in His name, Amen.
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries.
- Doug & Pam Patchin
- Jared & Amanda Patchin (Alex, Luke)
- Keith Rast
- Andrea Rodriguez (Willie, Yulieta)
Ministry:
CLF:
- That we will be people who are devoted to giving to the Lord’s work and to anyone who has a need.
Community: Pray for Boise & Garden City…
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
- Gowan Field Military Base
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 16, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 13
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What does Abram do for Lot that reveals his godly character? And what does Lot do that shows his character is lacking?
Application
Do I humble myself and place others before myself? Do I choose to live among and be influenced by the worldly, ungodly crowd, or do I dedicate myself to God even as i have to live in this ungodly world?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear God my Father, I want to be like Abram and not like Lot. Give me a heart that is humble and chooses to generously serve others instead of claiming my own rights. Give me a desire to follow You and make Your ways my priority instead of desiring what the world offers. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Pat & Hannah Kelley
- Fred & Shirley Leonard
- Mark & Michelle Morgan (Cody, Kyle)
- Michael Morgan
Ministries:
- Provenance
- Genesis World Mission
CLF:
- That we will devote ourselves to prayer, individually, in small groups, and as a church.
Community: Pray for Mountain Home…
- That city leaders would submit to God
- That people can find and keep gainful employment
- For sound financial management by city officials
- Salvation for unbelievers
- For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
- For the air base: safety for military and their families (especially those who are deployed), sound military strategies by commanders, impact for Christ in areas where deployed
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 15, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 12
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What promise did God God make to Abram? How did he show that he believed God? How did he show that he did not trust God, and what were the consequences?
Application
Do I trust God and believe that He keeps His promises? How am I responding to his call on my life right now?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father God, Thank You for Your unconditional love and grace. Thank You for making and keeping a covenant with Abram. Help me to follow his example when he heard Your word and immediately obeyed it and followed You to the land You showed him, but help me not to follow his example when he took matters into his own hands when he went to Egypt. Thank You that, even then, You protected him and Sarai. You are faithful, God! In Jesus’ name, Amen
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Mike & Jamie Haberkorn (Hannah, Sean)
- David & MaryBeth Hollander (Cole, Marcus)
- Bob & Peggy Hoover
Ministry:
- Chrysalis Women’s Transitional Housing
CLF:
- Pray that we would be a church that is dedicated to the breaking of bread, both in the sense of being devoted to observing the Lord’s Supper, and in meeting together for meals to fellowship, to deepen bonds, to heal offenses, and to end disputes.
Community: Pray for County leaders…
- Assessor, Coroner, Treasurer, Clerks, Judges, Prosecutors, Defenders, Sheriffs
- that they would make sound financial decisions
- that they would all be faithful in carrying out their duties justly
- that they would submit themselves to God
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 14, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 11
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
Why was it wrong for the people to stay all together (Gen. 9:1,7)? What did God do as a result of mankind’s rebellion?
Application
Do I obey God or try to circumvent His instruction?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father God, I confess that I am too often like the people of Babylon; I ignore Your instruction and try to do things my own way, thinking I know better. I agree with You that such rebellion is sin, and I ask for Your help in digging it out of my life by the roots! In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Ken & Twilla Eden (Joshua, Jonathan, Sophia)
- Gil & Lois Estes
- Gary Friend
- Scott & Kristi Guinn (Josiah)
Missionaries:
- J & G Simon, missionaries to Austria
CLF:
- Ask that we would be a church that is devoted to true fellowship: Pray that we would be encouraged from being united with Christ, comforted by His love, bonded with His Spirit, tender and compassionate with one another. Pray that we would be like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. Ask that we would do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider one another better than ourselves, looking not only to our own interests, but also to the interests of each other. Pray that we would all have the same attitude as that of Christ Jesus.
Community: Pray for our state leaders…
- Governor & his advisers
- Judges
- state senators and representatives
- that they would all be faithful in carrying out their duties justly
- that they would submit themselves to God
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 13, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 10
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
Why does these family records tell us regarding God’s grace?
Application
Do I give God praise for giving mankind (and especially me) a second chance?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Lord, Thank You for saving a remnant through the flood and preserving the lineage of Noah. Thank You for being a God who forgives and gives grace to start anew. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries:
- Mike Daniels
- Theresa Daniels
- Travis & Hali Davidson (Andrew)
- Brian & Eileen Davis
Missionaries:
- Tim & Miranda Penn (Samid, Sarah), missionaries to Albania
CLF:
- That Christian Life Fellowship would be a church that is devoted to the Word of God, and that we would be doers of it and not just hearers; that we would study the Word and so always be prepared to give everyone an answer–in season and out of season–and be approved workers who do not need to be ashamed, able to accurately understand and explain it.
Community: Pray for our national leaders
- God’s anointing on them and a desire in them to follow Him
- For Jesus to once again be Lord and King over our nation
- For the president and cabinet to seek after God
- For judges to rule justly and righteously
- For senators & representatives to pass godly legislation and block sinful bills
- That our government would protect its citizens and punish evildoers
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God? – Hebrews 9:14 (HCSB)
February 11, 2012
Scripture
Genesis 9
Click here to read today’s passage on Bible Gateway
Observation
What does this chapter teach regarding capital punishment? About the role of mankind regarding the animal kingdom and the environment? About God’s covenant relationship with mankind?
Application
Do I have a biblical worldview concerning capital punishment, animals, and the environment, or do I base my views on my own logic and feelings and the media? Do I believe God keeps His covenants?
Prayer
Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father in heaven, Thank You for Your grace and mercy in preserving mankind and for providing us with a planet on which to live and food to eat. May I base my stand on issues on your Word rather than on the societal or political pundits of the day or my own imperfect and fallen understanding. Thank You for keeping Your covenants. Build my faith to trust You! In the name of Christ Jesus I pray, Amen.
Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:
- B – BODY (physical health)
- L – Labor (their job or school)
- E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
- S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
- S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)
SATURDAY
Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries.
- Chris & DeAnn Smith (Sasha, Noah, Gavin, Natalie)
- Danielle Youngblood (Kayla, Kendra)
- Moy & Janeth Ortiz
- Brook & Erica Butts (Brooklyn, Boston)
Ministry:
CLF:
- That we would be devoted to thanksgiving and praise to our Lord–for what He has done, for what He is doing, for what He will do, and for who He is–in good times and bad.
Community: Pray for the elderly…
- That they will be treated respectfully
- That they will not dwell on mistakes and regret
- That God will provide for their health and finances
- That God will protect them from those who would try to harm them
- Salvation for unbelievers
- Any broken family relationships restored before they pass on
SUNDAY
- Jenn Austring
- Sher Brodoski
- Debbie & Amy Brueggemann
- Chris Carlton
Missionary:
CLF:
- That we will be devoted to evangelism and growth; that the Lord will add to our numbers those who are being saved.
Community: Pray for the poor & imprisoned
- Salvation
- That they will trust in God’s provision
- For sound financial management by city officials
- That they will have hope
- For godly mentors in the prison/jail system
MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
For the grace of God has appeared with salvation for all people, instructing us to deny godlessness and worldly lusts and to live in a sensible, righteous, and godly way in the present age, while we wait for the blessed hope and appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. – Titus 2:11-13 (HCSB)
