Timely Tidbits of Truth 65, Resist

Timely Tidbits of Truth 65, Resist
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow
 
This word is a powerful weapon for victory in our warfare against the enemy. It means to take a firm stand against what the enemy wants to do. It is important for us to know that the Devil can be resisted. We do not have to be deceived by his lies or overcome by his temptations.
 
The voice of the tempter may say, “Do it now!” “Get it now!” Be it now!” To resist him means to say “no” to his will and ways, and to say “yes” to God’s will and ways. You can let your faith rise up and declare, “I will wait on God’s time.” “I will do it God’s way.” “I will take my God-given place and be what He wants me to be.”
 
When we resist the tempter we can also declare our devotion to God by saying, “Father, I love You too much to do something that would be displeasing to You.”
 
Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you (James 4:7 NKJV).
 
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same suffering are experienced by your brotherhood in the world (1 Peter 5:8-9 NKJV).

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The Most Powerful

The Most Powerful
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow
 
Nothing is more powerful than-
The power of the gospel to save.
The power of the blood to cleanse.
The power of the cross to deliver.
The power of the truth to free.
The power of the Lord to transform.
The power of the Spirit to equip.
The power of the Christ to reign. 
 
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek (Rom 1:16 NKJV).

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My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, Rest 2

My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, Rest 2
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

As we continue in the series, the Promises of Prayer, we are going to focus on praying through difficult things that combat our times of rest, such as battles, during difficulties at work and in struggling with daily and seasonal burdens. May the questions and scriptures below serve as a reminder of His desire to be with us—by our side, at our call, surrounding us in the hills, constantly keeping watch over those He loves (you and me!).
-Marina

The Promises of Prayer, Rest 2
-Roy Lessin

How can you be in a battle and be at rest? 
It’s not your battle! God doesn’t lose the battles He fights.

And Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The LORD will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace" (Exodus 14:13-14 NKJV).

You will not need to fight in this battle. Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, who is with you, O Judah and Jerusalem!' Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, for the LORD is with you" (2 Chronicles 20:17 NKJV).

How can you work and be at rest?
Take Jesus’s yoke!

Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30 NKJV).

Prayer is God’s way for you to release your burdens and cast away all your cares.

Cast your burden on the Lord [releasing the weight of it] and He will sustain you; He will never allow the [consistently] righteous to be moved (made to slip, fall, or fail) (Psalm 55:22 AMP).

Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully (1 Peter 5:7 AMP).

There is the story of a poor man who had no wagon or donkey to carry his heavy bundles.  He had to carry the load on his back and walk many miles with his burdens to the village.  A wealthy man with a large wagon rode by.  Seeing the poor man struggle with his burdens, he stopped and offered the man a ride.  The poor man was more than grateful to have his burden eased.

After traveling some time, the wealthy man noticed that his companion was sitting with his bundles still upon his shoulders.  “Why don’t you put your belongings down,” Asked the wealthy man.  “There is plenty of room in my wagon to lay your burdens down.  Are they not heavy?”

“Indeed they are,” sighed the poor man. “But you have been more than gracious to offer me a ride and I do not wish to take advantage of you by weighing down your wagon.”

Often, He will answer your prayer in the same way you would if you knew what HE KNEW.

Refuse to walk through any door that takes you outside the company of three of your best friends, Peace, Rest, Hope…trusting in the Lord will keep your heart and mind in the right company.

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

Thank You Lord for being a strong tower who will not falter or fail. Thank You for doing battle on my behalf, for teaching me to be still, waiting on You to move, and laying my burdens down at your feet. I do not need to keep companionship with my worries and anxieties! You are fully aware of all that is happening in my life, my home, family, church, community, my work and this world. I lay each of these areas down at your feet, knowing that my cares are your concerns, and that you will watch over me and the things of the world, and that you care for me affectionately. May your will be done in your perfect time, and may that be enough for me. Teach me to trust you to handle each area of concern, as I know you will deal appropriately with each space of anxiety in my heart and mind. I release all of this to you, God. Work your ways and may your will be done. In Jesus's holy name, amen.

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Timely Tidbits of Truth 64, Reconciled

Timely Tidbits of Truth 64, Reconciled
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow
 
What a wonderful word this is! I experienced the reality of it at the age of 19 when I received Jesus Christ as my Savior and Lord. At that time, I had never been to church, didn’t understand the Scriptures, and had no idea that the term “reconciled” was in the Bible. However, when I had finished praying, I knew for the first time that my relationship with God was all right and nothing stood between us. My experience was evidence that God had reconciled me to Himself through the death of His Son. I received His mercy. My rebellion against Him was over.
 
To be reconciled means that a barrier in a broken relationship has been removed, that communication has been established, that a foe has become an ally, that an enemy has become a friend. Through reconciliation, condemnation is exchanged for communion, conflict for agreement, separation for union, hostility for fellowship, enmity for peace. How glorious it is for us to come out of alienation from God, and by His grace, be brought into unity and harmony with Him.
 
Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God (2 Corinthians 5:18-20 NKJV).

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Today

Today
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow
 
Face the day, but not anxiously-
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God (Philippians 4:6).
 
Live your life, but not fearfully-
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).
 
Trust in the Lord, but not halfheartedly-
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5).
 
Call upon Him, but not doubtfully-
I desire therefore that the men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting (1 Timothy 2:8).
 
Serve in your God given place, but not proudly-
Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble” (1 Peter 5:5).

Today

Face the day, but not anxiously-
Live your life, but not fearfully-
Trust in the Lord, but not halfheartedly-
Call upon Him, but not doubtfully-
Serve in your God given place, but not proudly-

Follow the Lord, but not indifferently-
Speak the truth, but not timidly-
Do His will, but not unhappily-
Dine at His table, but not ungratefully-
Labor in His field, but not independently-
Tell His story, but not vaguely-
Do your work, but not stubbornly.

 
Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, For in You do I trust; Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, For I lift up my soul to You (Psalm 143:8).

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My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, Rest 1

My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, Rest 1
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

The Promises of Prayer, Rest 1
-Roy Lessin

Key Truth:
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV).

Prayer is the pathway that leads you to the meadow of rest, to the throne of victory, to the place of authority.

When you pray, don’t be like the hypocrites who love to pray publicly on street corners and in the synagogues where everyone can see them. I tell you the truth, that is all the reward they will ever get.

When you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.

When you pray, don’t babble on and on as people of other religions do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again.

Don’t be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him! (Matthew 6:5-8 NLT2)

Matthew 6:8 releases the burden of feeling you have to explain it in just the right words to receive an answer.

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

My Sweetest Father, thank you for being accessible to my prayers, to me. Thank you that it is a priority of yours to hear from me as often as I take time for you. Help me to hear your voice, to come to you, to rest in your presence, to curl up in your lap and listen to your heart beat.

Help me Lord, to remember that I don't need eloquent words to speak with you...you just want to hear from me—to be with me. I may clumsily and selfishly ask for my wants for today and tomorrow, but you alone know what all of my tomorrows hold—for me and those that I love and care about. Please answer my prayers according to your will for all of those tomorrows, looking beyond my immediate need, and teach me to wait on your answers, trusting that you will provide what is needed most for each of us. I need to rest in the assurances of your truth. I want to grow closer to you, and to grow to be more like you. It's in Jesus's name that I pray...amen.

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Timely Tidbits of Truth 63, Receive

Timely Tidbits of Truth 63, Receive
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

As believers, the psalmist tells us to bless the Lord and not forget all His benefits. God has blessed us with so much, and gives to us over and over again—exceedingly abundantly above all we could ask or think. God is the generous giver, and we are to be the thankful receivers.
 
How do we receive from God? We receive by faith. Through faith, we take and make our own what God has freely given to us.
 
In weakness we receive His strength, in conflict we receive His peace, in pain we receive His healing, in uncertainty we receive His guidance, in sorrow we receive His comfort, in heaviness we receive His joy.
 
In your need, receive His provision. Pray and complete this simple prayer of faith, “Father, in my need today, I receive Your ________.”
 
But as many as received Him, to them He gave the rights to become children of God, to those who believe in His name (John 1:12 NKJV).
 
What do you have that you did not receive (1 Corinthians 4:7 NKJV)?

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Portion

Portion

-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

 
On a human level each of us has a portion. It may be a handful, a houseful, or a heart-full. A portion, however big or small, is something we possess inwardly or outwardly. Whatever your portion is, in whatever area it may be, it is yours to give.
 
Your portion is what you have in your hand.

God’s portion is what He has in His hand.

God’s portion begins when your portion has been depleted.

When a boy’s portion for a meal (which was enough to feed one) was given to Jesus, God’s portion was served (which was more than enough to feed a multitude).
 
I cried out to You, O Lord: 
I said, “You are my refuge, 
My portion in the land of the living
(Psalm 142:5 NKJV).

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My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, 4

My Morning Prayer: The Promises of Prayer, 4
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Promises
When I was a little boy I wasn’t encouraged to pray, I was encouraged to make wishes. One evening, after dinner, someone handed me a bone.
“Here, grab one end of this bone.”
“What is it?”
“It’s a wish bone.”
“What’s that?”
“Well, first you make a wish. Then you pull on your end of the bone while I pull on the other end. If you get the big end when the bone breaks then your wish will come true.”

The idea of wishing for things to happen became reinforced when I found out I could make a wish before I blew out my birthday candles (I also learned that if I told someone what my wish was, it wouldn’t come true.) When I started going to the movies I heard Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio and Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, both tell me through a song, that I could wish upon a star and my dreams would come true.

The idea of children wishing for their dreams to come true may sound silly, but some carry this idea with them into adulthood and can confuse it with prayer. Prayer is not another way to have “all our dreams come true.” Prayer is about speaking to the living God, Our Heavenly Father, bringing our requests to Him, and believing that He hears and answers us in agreement with His will and for His glory.

Here are three important things that can move us away from fantasy, and bring us into the reality of answered prayer…

Know the promises-God has spoken promises to us. Those promises are recorded in Scripture so we can know what is in His heart toward us. His promises will keep us from praying amiss. His promises are not fleeting words of emotion, they are words of truth. Without the truth of His promises we could be overcome with superstition, timidity, and anxiety. It is because of His promises that we can live a life of freedom, confidence, and contentment.

Pray the promises-In addition to the importance of knowing God’s promises is the importance of praying His promises. Bible translations are like car models, each one is a little different in style, but they all have this in common—you must insert the key (faith) and put your foot on the gas (obedience) in order to get somewhere. A car doesn’t help you if you keep it in the garage and keep the key in your pocket. Prayer is like turning the key and putting the promises into motion (Luke 11:9-13).

Trust the heart of the Promise Giver-We will not have the confidence we need to pray unless we trust in the character of the One who has spoken the promises. Often, people who make promises to us also tell us to trust them. They may be sincere in their request, but even the best intentions are flawed by human weakness, forgetfulness, and limited resources.  There are no flaws in God’s character and no empty words in His promises. We can be thankful, that as we ask for our daily bread, we do not call upon a God with human weaknesses or limitations, but upon the One who loves us with a perfect love and has promised to supply all our needs from His glorious riches which have been given to us in Jesus Christ.

The words and promises of the Lord are pure words, like silver refined in an earthen furnace, purified seven times over (Psalm 12:6 AMP).

God has spoken in His holiness [in His promises]: I will rejoice, I will divide and portion out [the land] Shechem and the Valley of Succoth [west to east] (Psalm 60:6 AMP).

[Growing in grace] they shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be full of sap [of spiritual vitality] and [rich in the] verdure [of trust, love, and contentment]. [They are living memorials] to show that the Lord is upright and faithful to His promises; He is my Rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him (Psalm 92:14-15 AMP).

In the day when I called, You answered me; and You strengthened me with strength (might and inflexibility to temptation) in my inner self. All the kings of the land shall give You credit and praise You, O Lord, for they have heard of the promises of Your mouth [which were fulfilled] (Psalm 138:3-4 AMP).

…Israelites, to whom pertain the adoption, the glory, the covenants, the giving of the law, the service of God, and the promises; (Romans 9:4 NKJV).

Therefore "Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, And I will receive you." "I will be a Father to you, And you shall be My sons and daughters, Says the LORD Almighty." Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God (2 Corinthians 6:17-18, 7:1 NKJV).

That you do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises (Hebrews 6:12 NKJV).

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

My Sweetest Lord Jesus, thank you that you are a God who keeps your promises to us, and not prone to human flaws. As I come to you this morning, help my words be genuine needs and not wishes, full of trust and vulnerability. Help me to be needy in my requests and not full of fluff or pride. Continue to teach me the value of communicating with you, sitting with you, holding you near. Above all else, I want your will for my life. In Jesus's name I humbly pray...amen.
 
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Timely Tidbits of Truth 62, Repentance

Timely Tidbits of Truth 62, Repentance
Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Repentance is one of the best words we can hear when we are going in the wrong direction. Repentance means a change of mind which results in a change of direction. Suppose you are in the desert and in desperate need of water. You are walking west, but unknown to you, there is an oasis to the est. The best thing that can happen is to have someone tell you to stop going west, turn around, and head east.

When should we repent? We need to repent anytime our thoughts, our attitudes, or our actions are moving us on a pathway of sin and away from the heart of God. God tells us to repent because He wants us to come back to Him, to walk in His Spirit, to drink of His living water, to come out of the cloud of confusion and back into the clarity of His peace, to make straight paths for our feet. Repentance is the pathway back to the Father’s arms, to the robe of righteousness, to the ring of authority, to the sandals of peace, and to the feast of joy.

For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There’s no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death (2 Corinthians 7:10 NLT).

The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9 NKJV).

As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent (Revelation 3:19 KJV).

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Jesus Makes All the Difference

Jesus Makes All the Difference
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Live in the peace of knowing that God has accepted you.
Live in the confidence of knowing that Christ’s blood makes you clean.
Live in the joy of knowing you are forgiven.
Live in the assurance of knowing that He is holding your hand.
Live in the hope of knowing that your future is with Jesus.
His majesty is your worship,
His holiness is your beauty,
His presence is your fragrance,
His truth is your foundation,
His tenderness is your comfort,
His abundance is your supply,
His plan is your purpose,
His faithfulness is your security,
His life is your fulfillment,
His strength is your endurance,
His heart is your home.

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My Morning Prayer: Truths about Prayer

My Morning Prayer: Truths about Prayer
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

Truths about Prayer
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us (1 John 5:14 NKJV).
 
God’s understanding of your need is much greater than your ability to express it.

Don’t be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask Him! (Matthew 6:8 NLT).
 
Cares that come are not to be carried but released into God’s hands.

Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7 NKJV).
 
The power in prayer is not found in the eloquence of the one who prays but in the power of God who answers.

And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen (Matthew 6:13 NKJV).

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

Thank you, Lord God, for the many ways you provide for me every day. Thank you for including your will in my needs, and for covering me with your wings. Thank you for knowing what I need before I do. Thank you for caring for me and receiving my cares as I turn them over to you. Thank you for protecting me from temptation and delivering me from the evil one. Thank you for reminding me that my home is not here on earth, but in your kingdom, where your power and glory reign. Lord, I want to be with you for eternity! Maranatha! Amen!

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Timely Tidbits of Truth 61, Refresh

Timely Tidbits of Truth 61, Refresh
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow
 
This word gives us great delight. It brings to mind a cool drink on a hot day or the protective shade of an oak from the midday sun. Sin brings us into the dry, barren place, but refreshing comes when we turn back to the Lord and experience the delightfulness and utter joy of His presence.
 
The Lord’s refreshing also comes to us in our labor and in our service—bringing us rest, lifting our burden, refocusing our vision, invigorating our zeal, clarifying our purpose, quickening our step, and gladdening our hearts as we walk with Him.
 
Therefore repent and turn back, that your sins may be wiped out so that season of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord (Acts 3:19 HCSB).
 
MAY THE Lord answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob set you up on high [and defend you]; Send you help from the sanctuary and support, refresh, and strengthen you (Psalm 20:1-2 AMP).

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