Tuesday, December 16, 2008

December 16th - Let's Play!

Theme of the Day
Relief

Readings of the Day
Philippians 3-He will transform the body of our humiliation that it may be conformed to the body of his glory, by the power that also enables him to make all things subject to himself.
Ezekiel 23-The word of the LORD came to me...
Isaiah 51-Look to Abraham your father and to Sarah who bore you; for he was but one when I called him, but I blessed him and made him many.
Acts 3.17-4.4-Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send the Messiah appointed for you, this is, Jesus, who must remain in heaven until the time of universal restoration that God announced long ago through his holy prophets.

God's Word of the Day
Repent and I will wipe away your sins and you will be refreshed with My presence.

Story of the Day
There we were at this festive occasion. A celebration of sorts. The band was playing and marching through the streets of New York City. The crowds were all waving and smiling and laughter was all around. This was a victory celebration. The New York Giants had just won the Super Bowl. A transformation had taken place in this city. Once there was tragedy and death in the events of 9/11, now there was celebration. There was excitement in the air. Then a voice from the crowd cried out, "Look! It's a bird! No, it's a plane! No! It's Super Abe!" Super Abe had flown over the tall buildings of New York City. Super Abe had arrived. Super Abe wearing his cape had come with God's presence. Super Abe was here to point the way for all of us. Super Abe had the faith we all needed to survive. Super Abe had faith in God that all would be made well. Super Abe would have a family like no other. Super Abe would show his family how to repent from sin and be refreshed with God's presence. Super Abe in his cape had come to announce and point to the coming Messiah who would save each person who chose to believe in a wonderful God that would come to each person and bring forgiveness of sin and salvation. Look! It's Super Abe pointing towards the Messiah! Now that's a transformation in a city! Now that's an announcement to get excited about. God with us in a Savior!

Prayer of the Day
Lord, this day permit me to wear my cape and fly through the city announcing the coming and the presence of You, my Lord and Savior. That's one super announcement to make. ---Amen

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