Season 2

Day 274: Luke 1 and John 1

Today on Meditating the Word: The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold, the Birth of Jesus Foretold, Mary Visits Elizabeth, Mary's Song, The Birth of John the Baptist, Zachariah's Song; the Word Became Flesh, John the Baptist Denies Being the Messiah, John Testifies About Jesus, John's Disciples Follow Jesus, and Jesus Calls Philip and Nathanael.
This is Day 274. Today we are reading Luke 1 and John 1
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Father God, thank You for Your Word. Thank You for the records kept about the life and history of John the Baptist and of Jesus and his disciples. Thank you for Mary and for her obedience and willingness to accept Your Word as truth and to be used as a vessel by You. Help us to be just as willing, Father. All Jesus had to say to his disciples was "Come and see". He offers us the same invitation today. All we have to do is follow Him. As we begin our journey through the New Testament, open our hearts and our minds and give us fresh manna, new revelation on Your Word, Father. We long to have a deeper understanding and closer relationship with You. Amen
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It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me on this journey. I hope to meet you here again tomorrow – and every day – as we continue our reading the Bible together.
This is Cheree, reminding you that you are in my prayers and my thoughts. I look forward to spending time with you again tomorrow. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Day 273: Malachi 1-4

Today on Meditating the Word: Israel Doubts God's Love, Breaking Covenant Through Blemished Sacrifices, Additional Warnings to the Priests, Breaking Covenant Through Divorce, Breaking Covenant Through Injustice, Breaking Covenant by Withholding Tithes, Israel Speaks Arrogantly Against God, and Judgement & Covenant Renewal
This is Day 273. Today we are reading Malachi 1-4
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Father God, we know that it is not vain to serve You. You pour out blessings on us, and You are pleased when we prosper. We gladly bring You our tithes and offerings, for everything belongs to You, and it is You who gives us the power to gain wealth. Father, we give over and above ten percent, gladly, willingly, with cheerful hearts. We are blessed to be a blessing, and we give You all the praise and all the glory. Amen----
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Day 272: Nehemiah 11-13 and Psalm 126

Today on Meditating the Word: the New Residents of Jerusalem, Priests and Levites, Dedication of the Wall of Jerusalem, Nehemiah's Final Reforms and a Song of Acents.
This is Day 272. Today we are reading Nehemiah 11-13 and Psalm 126
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Father God, You have done great things for us! You have restored us to right relationship with You. You have made available to us all of Your great and precious promises. You provide for our every need. Even though we may have sown in tears, we reap in joy. We come again to You with joy and singing, thanking You for all of the many blessings You have given us. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 271: Nehemiah 8-10

Today on Meditating the Word: Ezra reads the law, the Israelites confess their sins, and the Agreement of the People, 
This is Day 271. Today we are reading Nehemiah 8-10
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Father God, thank You for Your Word. We recognize that while it is good and right to confess our sins, and to repent and turn from them back to You, Your Word makes it clear that we are not to remain in mourning and sadness. The joy of the Lord -- Your joy, Father -- is our strength. So we turn from our sorrow, and we rest in Your sweet presence, letting the fruit of communion with You grow and flourish in us, Righteousness, Peace and Joy in the Holy Spirit. Thank You, Father, for Your amazing gifts of mercy and loving kindness.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me today and know that I'm praying for you. Join us tomorrow -- and every day -- as we continue our journey through the pages of the Bible. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
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Day 270: Nehemiah 6-7

Today on Meditating the Word: Further Opposition to the Rebuilding, Opposition to the Completed Wall, and The List of the Exiles Who Returned
This is Day 270. Today we are reading Nehemiah 6-7
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Father God, in the account of Neheiah, we see how very important it is to seek Your council. So many times, their enemies sent messengers and tried to lead them astray. But Nehemiah relied on his communication with You, and didn't fall into their traps. Even when they sent false prophets from within the city, Nehemiah stood strong. He didn't get into fear. He didn't stray from his purpose. He kept council with You. Help us to have that same level of confidence in You alone, Father. Not falling for the tricks of the enemy which are so subtle, and so effective, he is able to deceive even the wisest of men. We will seek You, and we will listen for Your voice. And Your voice, we will obey. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me today and know that I'm praying for you. Join us tomorrow -- and every day -- as we continue our journey through the pages of the Bible. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Day 269: Nehemiah 1-5

Today on Meditating the Word: Nehemiah's Prayer, Artaxerxes Sends Nehemiah to Jerusalem, Nehemiah Inspects Jerusalem's Walls, Builders of the Wall, Opposition to the Building, and Nehemiah Helps the Poor.
This is Day 269. Today we are reading Nehemiah 1-5
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Father God, what an amazing example Nehemiah is for us to follow. He encouraged the people, he organized them and set to work rebuilding Jerusalem and its wall. Against all odds in the natural, they prevailed and succeeded, because You were with them, just as You are with us today. You fought for them. You protected them. Nehemiah didn't take from the people as other governers had done before him. He demanded freedom and restoration, and he and his servants didn't stand back and watch while others did the work, but they joined in... shoulder to shoulder... doing whatever needed to be done. Father, let us also refuse privilege and do our part in building Your Kingdom here on earth. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Day 268: Ezra 7-10

Today on Meditating the Word: Ezra Comes to Jerusalem, King Artaxerxes' Letter to Ezra, List of the Family Heads Returning with Ezra, the Return to Jerusalem, Ezra's Prayer about Intermarriage, the People's Confession of Sin and Those Guilty of Intermarriage.
This is Day 268. Today we are reading Ezra 7-10
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Father God, I love that Ezra could have asked for the king's protection as they traveled, but he didn't. Instead, he and his men fasted and prayed and relied on You as their Protector. We thank You that we also have access to this same covenant of Protection. And again, we see the importance of separating ourselves, abd not becoming familiar with those who don't know and follow You. Not because we are better, or more worthy, but because You don't want us to be led astray. You know how easy it is for us to follow the crowd, so You ask us to choose our companions -- and especially our partners in marriage -- carefully. Help us to always remember to keep You first in every choice and every action. Thank You, Father. Amen
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Day 267: Esther 6-10

Today on Meditating the Word: Mordecai Honored, Haman Impaled, the King's Edict in Behalf of the Jews, the Triumph of the Jews, Purim established and the Greatness of Mordecai.
This is Day 267. Today we are reading Esther 6-10
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Father God, just as in the days of Queen Esther and Mordecai, You are still turning what the enemy means for evil, into good. You take our mourning and turn it into a holiday. You take our sorrow and turn it into gladness. Thank You for Your faithfulness, Father. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
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Day 266: Esther 1-5

Today on Meditating the Word: Queen Vashti Deposed, Esther Made Queen, Mordecai Uncovers a Conspiracy, Haman's Plot to Destroy the Jews, Mordecai Persuades Esther to Help, Esther's Request to the King, and Haman's Rage Against Mordecai.
This is Day 266. Today we are reading Esther 1-5
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Father God, thank You for the account of Esther. It's hard to imagine the great risk she took to save her uncle and her people. As Esther did, when we face a difficult decision, Father, let us bring it to You with prayer and fasting. Through Esther, we are reminded to be faithful, Father. We are reminded that each of us was created on purpose, and for a purpose. Who knows, but we were created for such a time as this. Give us the same courage as this brave woman, to follow You no matter where it leads -- even unto death.  Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me today and know that I'm praying for you. Join us tomorrow -- and every day -- as we continue our journey through the pages of the Bible. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
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Day 265: Zechariah 10-14

Today on Meditating the Word: the Lord will Care for Judah, Two Shepherds, Jerusalem's Enemies to be Destroyed, Mourning for the One They Pierced, Cleansing from Sin, the Shepherds Struck, the Sheep Scattered, and the Lord Comes and Reigns.
This is Day 265. Today we are reading Zechariah 10-14
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Father God, Your love is an all-consuming fire. Bring us into your fire, Father, and refine us as silver is refined, burning away the dross. Test us like gold is tested, and purify us. We call on Your name and You hear us. You are our God, and we are Your people. Thank You, Father, for Your Word and for Your great and precious promises. Amen
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We are reading the entire Bible this year in the order the events actually occured chronologically. You can download a copy of the reading plan from blueletterbible.com. And don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube, that way you'll get a notification each time a new episode is released. 
It's my goal to encourage others to strengthen their Christian walk through daily reading God's Word. You can help, by sharing this podcast, and by rating and reviewing it. Thank you for joining me today and know that I'm praying for you. Join us tomorrow -- and every day -- as we continue our journey through the pages of the Bible. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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