19: When the disciples were hauled before councils in Acts, they answered in ways that were quite remarkable for simple fishermen. This is due to this verse right here. Jesus had taught them not to try to come up with a case when they were tried for preaching the gospel. The Lord himself spoke through them. The same should be practiced today. If a Christian is hauled before a court for preaching the gospel, he need not prepare an oration. The Lord will provide the defense that is needed.
Daily Bible Reading: Acts 7:1-8:40
Daily Memory Verse: 1 John 2:4 “He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him.”
Daily Tidbit: It has been thought, in the past, that sloths have very poor hearing. Actually, sloths, though not having exceptional hearing, can hear things around them quite well. If a sloth is exposed to high-pitched noise that is uncommon in its natural habitat, it will respond noticeably. If, however, you fire a gun right next to it, it will remain completely motionless. This is due to the fact that the predators of the sloth would be able to spot it in a tree if it jumped when lightning streaks the sky.
Praise Journal: Heavenly Father, thank You for all that You do in our lives! Thank You for Jesus Christ and the grace You have given us through him. He is a daily blessing to us. He makes our lives so much more than they would be without him. You are worthy of our best. You are worthy of all our praise. Christ is worthy to be lifted high above all else. May we lift him high all our lives. He is our great Savior and our precious Friend. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Journal Highlights: Pray for the family of a pastor that went to heaven today.
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