Sunday, June 1, 2025

Recognizing Godly Fathers

 
Our focus for June is on fathers. 

“Hear, you children,
the instruction of a father,
and attend to know understanding.”
Proverbs 4:1  

Here are our few of our FMD favorites on this topic:





Be sure to read and share the sidebar links including the feature devotional(s) geared toward faith, family and fatherhood.

Additional Scripture Reading: Proverbs 17:6 

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We appreciate you choosing Faith Moments Devotionals (FMD) teachings by Pastors Jim and Cher to help you grow in grace, wisdom, knowledge and understanding through Christ Jesus. (Proverbs 2:6)  

The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

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January - March DBR

April - June DBR

July-September DBR

October - December DBR

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Thursday, May 1, 2025

Focusing on Prayer


Our focus for May seems appropriate since it has begun with the National Day of Prayer for the United States.  The event is based on Romans 15:13, which has three points of focus: hope, joy and peace through the power given to all believers by the Holy Spirit of God.

"Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13

With so much negativity, discouragement, and thoughts of despair, we need to spread the message about the "God of Hope" who will meet every need spiritually, physically, financially, emotionally, and socially.  God is our hope, our only hope and to Him we lift our voices humbly in prayer for our nation and the world.

For more focused devotionals on prayer, please visit our National Day of Prayer topic.

To find out more about this year's theme visit their website.

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After reading and sharing the devotional, browse through the subject/topical section or click a specific article title on the right side panel for details. 

We appreciate you choosing Faith Moments Devotionals (FMD) teachings by Pastors Jim and Cher to help you grow in grace, wisdom, knowledge and understanding through Christ Jesus. (Proverbs 2:6)  

The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

View Daily Bible Reading Schedule here:

January - March DBR

April - June DBR

July-September DBR

October - December DBR

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Reveal the Deep Things God

 

"Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law". 
(Psalm 119:18 NKJV)

 Scripture Reading:  1 Corinthians 2:6-10; Psalm 119:18 

Reveal the Deep Things God 

It is no secret that the more time you spend with someone the better you become acquainted with their ways.  The same goes for spending time in fellowship with God through the reading of His word and in prayer. 

As you enter into your study time ask the Lord to reveal the deep things of God to you.  Pray that your eyes will be opened to the wondrous things from the Word of God. (cw) 

"But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit". 
1 Corinthians 2:10 NKJV)

"Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law". 
(Psalm 119:18 NKJV)

 “However, we speak wisdom among those who are mature, yet not the wisdom of this age, nor the rules of this age, who are coming to nothing.

But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory, which none of the rulers of this age knew; for had they known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.  But as it is written: Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.

But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit.  For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God. (1 Corinthians 2:6-10 NKJV)  

Invite Jesus into your heart. Say the prayer of salvation.

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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

How Would You Answer these Questions?

As I am sitting at the computer writing this the sounds of thunder roars in the distance as the city siren is sounding and my phone alarm is telling us to take cover.  Another storm is in the area with warnings of a tornado threatening the city. With so much destruction from wars, violence, hatred, and "natural disasters, the "world" is seeking counsel from people of faith for answers. 
 
For a believer, these things are part of the "tribulation" of this world. The only difference is that we understand why they are happening and have the peace gift from God to help us overcome each situation.

"In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I (Jesus speaking) have overcome the world."
 John 16:33

Some of the most common religious questions asked (especially around Easter) are "Do You Believe Jesus Is Alive?"  and if He is, why does He allow so many bad things to happen?

Another is, did Jesus die only to forgive sins of believers?  If someone asked you these difficult life questions, how would you answer?  For more insight read our holiday devotional on this subject.

More devotionals on the Death, Burial and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Jesus Lives

Rejoice in His Victory 

Focusing on Holy Week Biblical Events

Understanding Jesus Conquered the Grave and Is Risen

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We appreciate you choosing Faith Moments Devotionals (FMD) teachings by Pastors Jim and Cher to help you grow in grace, wisdom, knowledge and understanding through Christ Jesus. (Proverbs 2:6)  

The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

View Daily Bible Reading Schedule here:




October - December DBR

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Saturday, March 1, 2025

Breaking Follow Ground

 

Feature Devotional of the Month

“Break up your follow ground, for it is time to seek the LORD.”
Hosea 10:12
 

Scripture Reading: Hosea 10:12


Ground Breaking

This is the time of year where many of us begin to prepare our soil to receive the new seeds for this year’s crops.  The winter hardened the ground where nothing could grow.  The spring thaw has given us a new opportunity to sow, in hope for the ground to bring forth what was sown.
Through the years many Christians seem to form opinions and have hardened themselves to certain ways of thinking.  Their once fertile ground has become hardened and prevents them from hearing from God.  This is the time of ground breaking for believers by seeking the Lord and His wisdom.  Be determined that this year you will allow new seeds to be planted in your heart, so you can receive God’s best and be fruitful in your planting. 
“Break up your follow ground, for it is time to seek the LORD.”
Hosea 10:12


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After reading and sharing the devotional, browse through the subject/topical section or click a specific article title on the right side panel for details. 

We appreciate you choosing Faith Moments Devotionals (FMD) teachings by Pastors Jim and Cher to help you grow in grace, wisdom, knowledge and understanding through Christ Jesus. (Proverbs 2:6)  

The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

View Daily Bible Reading Schedule here:




October - December DBR

We're looking forward to reading with you!  Share this site with others to help them grow in faith as you journey with us throughout the year. 

May all your days be filled with Faith Moments!

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Saturday, February 1, 2025

Four Things to Stay in God's Peace

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With so much hatred, violence and destruction going on in the world today it is sometimes hard to see love let alone show it.  Although these things may be happening, the bible gives instruction on how we can live at peace no matter what the circumstance.

"...Be complete.  Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you."
2 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV

The Apostle Paul writes that believers are to strive for these four things:

1 - to become one in Christ (be complete), 
2 - to comfort one another, 
3 - to be of one mind (unify our thinking), and 
4 - live in peace despite any conflict that may be happening.  

When we do this, because of God's love, He promises to give His peace and help in any situation.  His presence will be with us if we pursue peace and love among the brethern.

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The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

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October - December DBR

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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

A New Thing is Coming

 

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The new year has come and with the past behind us, with anticipation and hope we look forward to what God will do in our lives next.

No matter how last year went, God wants us to move on to what He is doing now.  The prophet Isaiah encouraged us not to hold on to former things, but look forward to the new things God is doing that will bring abundant blessings in unexpected ways.

"Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old.  Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it?  I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. (Isaiah 43:18-19)

Remember that you are a new creation in Christ and in being new we can enjoy all the blessings that come with our salvation.

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.  The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.  (2 Corinthians 5:17)

This year start a new thing in your own life.  Each day wake up with expectation that God has already planned a new thing to come that will take you to greater heights beyond your imagination.

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After reading and sharing the devotional, browse through the subject/topical section or click a specific article title on the right side panel for details.  We appreciate you choosing Faith Moments Devotionals (FMD) teachings by Pastors Jim and Cher to help you grow in grace, wisdom, knowledge and understanding through Christ Jesus. (Proverbs 2:6)  

The devotionals are lessons on faith to live a Christian lifestyle, with daily scripture reading to help you read through the Bible on one year.  Each lesson is designed to be used in private, group or Sunday school Bible study settings.

For Daily Bible Reading (DBR) suggestions, click on the month located at the top of the page and then select the day of the week.  Our daily morning and evening reading schedule is geared to help the individual read through the entire Bible in one year at a pace that is easy to follow.

View Daily Bible Reading Schedule here:




October - December DBR

We're looking forward to reading with you!  Share this site with others to help them grow in faith as you journey with us throughout the year.

May all your days be filled with Faith Moments!

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