Pastor Bob DuPar
October 12, 2008

Journal Entry



Scripture

Jeremiah 19:1-21:14; 1 Thessalonians 5:4-28; Psalm 82:1-8; Proverbs 25:8-10

Observation

“He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with Him.” 1 Thessalonians 5:10

“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. …Do not put out the Spirit’s fire. …Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-19, 21-22

“Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” Psalm 82:3-4

Application

What security to know that our future has been secured by God. Nothing can ever separate us from God. This gives me great confidence and peace as I struggle through difficult and unstable times.

Perhaps Paul is saying in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 that the way to be “joyful always” and to “give thanks in all circumstances” is to stay connected with/to our life source by “praying continually.”

Prayer

“Lord, bless me with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of those who are poor and needy. Thank You for providing for me. May I be able to provide for others with what You have shared with me.”