Follower of One : Missions For The Rest Of Us

The passage for today is Proverbs 5:21. It says, "For the ways of a man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he watches all his paths." This means that God is always watching us and he knows everything we do.

We should live our lives in a way that pleases God, knowing that he is always watching. We should not do anything that we would be ashamed of if God saw it.

We should also be thankful for God's constant presence in our lives. He is always there to help us and guide us. We can trust him with our lives and know that he will never leave us or forsake us.

Let us live our lives for God's glory, knowing that he is always watching and that he loves us very much.

What is different about people who follow Jesus? The passage for today is Proverbs 4:18: "But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, that shines brighter and brighter until the full light of day."

This verse tells us that the lives of those who follow Jesus should be getting brighter and brighter. This means that we should be growing in our faith and becoming more like Jesus every day.

There are a few things that we can do to make sure that our lives are shining brighter and brighter. First, we need to spend time in the Word of God. The Bible is our source of spiritual nourishment, and it helps us to grow in our faith. Second, we need to pray regularly. Prayer is our way of communicating with God, and it helps us to stay connected to Him. Third, we need to be involved in a community of believers. The church is a great place to find support and encouragement from other Christians.

When we do these things, we will be able to live lives that are shining brighter and brighter. We will be a light to the world around us, and we will help others to come to know Jesus.

Kindness and truth are key to being a good person and a good Christian. We should strive to be kind and truthful in all that we do, and to let these qualities shine through in our interactions with others. When we are kind and truthful, we are in a position to do what's best for the people around us and to help them move one notch closer to Jesus. We should also remember that kindness and truth are not always easy, but they are always worth it. When we live a life that is kind and truthful, we will find favor and a good reputation in the sight of God and man.

In Proverbs chapter 2, verses 1-5, we learn how to discover the knowledge of God. The author tells us that we must receive God's words and treasure his commandments within us. We must make our ear attentive to wisdom and incline our heart to understanding.

If we do these things, we will understand the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God. The author reminds us that the beginning of knowledge is the fear of the Lord.

When we receive God's words and treasure his commandments, we are putting ourselves in a position to understand the knowledge of God. We are also given the opportunity to be a blessing to the people we work with.

Let's turn our lives to listening to and trusting God so that we can be his instrument in every interaction we have today.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. This verse from Proverbs 1:7 is the starting point for a series of podcasts on the book of Proverbs.

The fear of the Lord is not about being afraid of God, but rather appreciating his power and strength. When we understand his power, we will be in awe of him. God is the origin and beginning of everything, and true knowledge begins with trusting him.

The opposite of fearing the Lord is despising wisdom and instruction. This foolishness leads to a life separate from God and uninformed about the eternal. When we despise wisdom and instruction, we become fools.

This knowledge of God gives us the freedom to make choices that are informed by the eternal. We can choose to spend our time, money, and energy in ways that matter forever. We can be involved in loving God and loving people, the two great commandments that Jesus gave us. Our actions, choices, and what we do matter forever.

The challenge is to live in such a way that we make God visible. We can do this by doing something for someone we work with or go to school with, simply because we follow Jesus. This is our opportunity to make him visible in the world.

Being a marketplace minister means considering how our faith can make an eternal difference. It all begins with the knowledge of God and the fear of God. Let's start there today and be a blessing to others.

The passage for today is Mark 4:40-41. It says, "And he said to them, 'Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?' And they were filled with great fear and said to one another, 'Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?'"

In this passage, Jesus is asleep in a boat with his disciples when a storm arises. The disciples are afraid and wake Jesus up, asking him to save them. Jesus rebukes them for their lack of faith and then calms the storm.

This passage teaches us that we should not be afraid when we face challenges in our lives. Instead, we should trust in Jesus and have faith that he will help us through them. When we have faith in Jesus, we can be confident that he will always be there for us, no matter what.

The passage for today is Mark 4:38. It says, "Jesus himself was in the stern asleep on the cushion and they woke him and said to him, 'Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?'"

This passage shows us that Jesus is the one who gives us peace. Even in the midst of a storm, Jesus was able to sleep peacefully because he trusted in God. We can have the same peace if we trust in Jesus.

When we are worried or anxious, we can remember that Jesus is always with us and he will never leave us or forsake us. We can also pray to God for peace and he will give it to us.

Let's all strive to have the peace of Jesus in our lives. Let's trust in him and let him give us the peace that we need.

The passage for today is 2 Thessalonians 3:16. It says, "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all."

This verse tells us that God is the source of peace. He is the one who can give us peace in all circumstances. When we trust in Him, we can have peace no matter what is going on around us.

We can be peacemakers by bringing peace into our relationships and into our workplaces. We can do this by being kind, compassionate, and forgiving. We can also be peacemakers by praying for peace and by working to resolve conflicts.

Let us all strive to be peacemakers in our world today. Let us trust in God and let His peace reign in our hearts and minds.

In this devotional, we explore the universal commands in the Bible to give thanks in everything.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 tells us, "Give thanks in everything for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on God's goodness and provision. As we give thanks, we turn ourselves more to Him and step into the potential of the contentment He created us for. We also send a message to the people around us that we know who's in charge and that we trust His character. Let's take some time today to thank God for all He has done and for what we know He will do. Let's be thankful for the people in our lives and for the opportunity to make a difference in the world.

Thank you for being a follower of Jesus Christ. Thank you for committing to make a difference in the lives of the people that you work with. Remember what we do because we follow Jesus Matters forever. And it starts with thanks.

Reflecting on Thanksgiving, consider the valuable connection between gratitude and contentment explored by Mike Henry Sr. in the latest Follower of One podcast. Drawing inspiration from 1 Timothy 6:6-7, he emphasizes the genuine nature of contentment, rooted in authentic thankfulness. Challenge yourself to set a goal for the holiday season—to embrace contentment by recognizing and appreciating the gifts life has bestowed upon you.

To our amazing listeners, your support is the driving force behind this community. As we approach Thanksgiving, let's not just talk about gratitude but actively make a positive impact in our spheres of influence. Join us in spreading positivity and making a difference as followers of Jesus Christ. Grateful for each one of you. Stay tuned for more!