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"The book has taught me how to get more out of Gods word, and ways to remember verses that get me through my everyday life. I now think about some verse mentioned in the book at different times during the day according to the chapter verse numbers."
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"Dave presents themes in a straight-forward manner, and uses personal examples and stories that are easy to relate back to our own lives." - 5 Stars

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"The author did a tremendous job of making verses applicable in life and helping an individual see through all the everyday noise and strive towards the true purpose in life. Great book!"
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Follow in the grace of Jesus each day… Day 25
16:20 Romans “The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you." (NIV)

Paul finishes off this letter by requesting that the grace of Jesus be with you. It is a great and fitting ending. It provides the best of all blessings. It gives a sense of completeness to the message. It reminds us ALL that we are here by grace. We know that God will crush Satan in those final days. It will happen just as God has promised. Our salvation and our days with Him in heaven are only because of His great grace shown to us. Thank Him daily for that grace.

Click ‘Like’ on this post and click ‘Share’ to pass along this verse final verse from Romans in this series to family and friends and co-workers in His kingdom. Ask how they like to say goodbye to loved ones. Ask what words bring them the most comfort and peace when parting from family and friends. Consider their responses. Share with them how Paul responds and why sharing the grace of Jesus Christ is a great way to part company. It reminds us that we will meet again and that we will be together…forever. Remember to Take Time For God’s Word© at 16:20 (4:20 pm) or as you say goodbye to family or friends, then think about this verse. This may be a verse card that you copy into your photos and file in under the Favorite verses album. Like so many other verses, it helps us to recall the goodness of God and His great love for us. It causes us to think. It causes us to act. It reminds us to pray and to say ‘thanks’ to God more often. We all need to do that more. Make that a habit now and a continuing habit into 2019 and beyond.

We expand our prayers to include Christians at all of our public colleges and universities. The secular institutions often seem to be anti-Christian in some of their actions or policies. Students and faculty often feel pressured about their faith. They want to show the love of Christ in how they live yet are aware that they will be confronted frequently because of their trust in Jesus. Encourage them. Support them. Help them wherever they need help. We need to keep Christ’s name alive on our campuses and in the minds of our youth who will be the leaders of tomorrow. Stay blessed. Pass it on with the passion of Paul to everyone…everywhere! ... See MoreSee Less

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Learn to be wise about doing what is right… Day 24
16:19 Romans “But everyone knows that you are obedient to the Lord. This makes me very happy. I want you to be wise in doing right and to stay innocent of any wrong." (NLT)

Paul commends the people and their actions. He wants them to be wise in doing what is right. He wants them to be innocent about doing what is wrong. He wants only the best for them. That is true for us as well. We need to commend people for doing right and good things. Say ‘Thank you’. Say ‘Well Done!’ Tell them how proud you are of their wise choices and helpful actions. Encourage them to avoid activities which you know will lead to other problems and to sin. We do so because we love them and want the best for them… just as God loves us.

Click ‘Like’ on this post and click ‘Share’ to happily send this verse on to family, friends, and neighbors. Ask how they encourage their friends to do what is right in various situations. Ask what they do or say to help friends to avoid wrongful or evil situations. Listen to their answers. Share with them the great Good News about what Christ has done for them. Remind them that His blood covers ALL sin. Continue to Take Time For God’s Word© at 16:19 (4:19 pm) or as you see others doing wrong, then remember this verse. This may be a verse card that you print out and post where you (and others) will see it often. Sometimes I print them out as 5X7 so they are easy to see and read. Other times, I print them as billfold size and make a page full of them. Then I can cut them out and have plenty to share with friends and family. They will carry them with their cards or cash. They will see them often. They will think of you. They will thank you for sharing the Good News with them. Try it. It is a great habit… one you will want to continue into 2019.

We continue to pray for all of the students and faculty at our Christian colleges and universities around the world. Each has a unique mission statement yet one common purpose… to lift high the name of Jesus so that all may come to know Him as savior and as friend. What a powerful message that they share. What an excellent way they help to shape the minds and attitudes of their students. What a great way to prepare for work life with a solid foundation based on the Bible and the truths from God’s Word. Stay blessed in all that you do. Pass it on through words and deeds which are right in God’s sight. ... See MoreSee Less

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Greet each other in Christian love… Day 23
16:16 Romans “Greet each other in Christian love. All the churches of Christ send you their greetings." (NIV)

As Paul is ending the letter to the church in Rome, he sends specific greetings to a number of people who have helped him or others in the church. He wants others to know of their faith, their sacrifices, and their commitment. He also wants us to share Christian love with those that we meet and who help us along our path as well. Our church prays for 5-6 churches each week. We send them a letter to tell them that we are praying for them. We want them to know that others pray on their behalf. That’s what the church does… it supports others in the body of Christ. Do your part to build up the body of believers. It will be an investment into eternity!

Click ‘Like’ on this post and click ‘Share’ to route this verse to friends at your church or fellowship group as co-workers in His kingdom. Ask how they greet one another when at church. Ask how they greet one another when outside of church… and is there a difference. Let them know that we are to greet each other with the love of Christ. We are to be bold in sharing that love. We are to be known for it by both those within the church and even by those who are outside the church. Let your light shine for Him. Then, Take Time For God’s Word© at 16:16 (4:16 pm) or as you greet others, then recall this verse. Often verses with repeating numbers are easier to recall… 10:10 John… 7:7 Matthew… 16:16 Romans. The numbers are just the trigger to help you to recall the verse and the meaning of it in your life. If you can’t recall a verse at that time, just recall a favorite verse. Our goal is to help you to spend more time recalling God’s Word and focusing on His Word throughout your day. As we greet others many times each day, recalling this verse may be easy. Showing Christian love to all that you meet may be a bit harder… that is why it is important to remember to do so!

Our prayers continue for all of the doctors, nurses, PA’s, lab technicians, etc. who provide care to all of those who need it. We are grateful for their skills and their compassion. Many include their patients in their prayers. They know that God can do so much more than medical science can provide. Let them know that you are also praying for them. Be a blessing to all those that you come in contact with each day. Let them see Christ’s love in you. Pass it on through joyful greetings and passionate concern for those around you. ... See MoreSee Less

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Peace be with you all…always!… Day 22
15:33 Romans “The God of peace be with you all. Amen." (NIV)

Paul ends this chapter with a short but powerful statement. It is a blessing. It is a reminder. It is a goal. We are to know the God of peace AND to know the peace of God in our hearts and minds. It is a wonderful experience to know His peace. It satisfies ALL of your longings. It fulfills ALL of your needs. It eliminates ALL of your wants. It gives you the sense of belonging to Him through Christ…forever. May you know that peace, too!

Click ‘Like’ on this post and click ‘Share’ to provide this verse to family, friends, and co-workers in His kingdom. Ask if they know peace in their lives. Ask if they know peace with God. Share with them how you may experience God’s peace. Remind them of the Good News that we have through Christ Jesus. Peace be with you always! Please Take Time For God’s Word© at 15:33 (3:33 pm) or as you hear about peace, then recite this verse in your mind. This may be easy to recall with the numbers 3-3-3… 3:33pm (which is 15:33). Again, linking verses to time or number sequences (like today is 12/12 and that reminds me of Romans 12:12) or anything else is only a technique to cause you to recall the verse. It is to get us to remember God during busy and hectic days. It is to allow us to pause… to be in God’s presence… to recall His Word to us… and to give Him thanks and praise. Those can be some of the best moments of each day. Take Time For God’s Word often!

Please pray for all of our hospitals and medical clinics…the staff…the patients…the families of those patients. There are so many great verses that talk about Jesus healing all those who were brought to Him. He had compassion on them. Now you be a blessing to those who may be hospitalized. Visit them. Encourage them. Pray with them. Share God’s peace with them. Always stay blessed. Always pass it on to those who are desperately seeking peace in their lives, too! ... See MoreSee Less

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You can teach others about Christ… Day 21
15:14 Romans “I am fully convinced, my dear brothers and sisters, that you are full of goodness. You know these things so well you can teach each other all about them." (NLT)

Most of us are not professional teachers. Yet, we are called to teach others about what Christ has done for us. When we can tell our story of how Jesus came into our lives, then people will clearly see what God can do. Our lives have been changed. We see things differently. We act purposefully. We love unconditionally. We have the Good News of Jesus to share with everyone that we meet. That is what we do… we share the love of Christ with others. Teach that lesson often!

Click ‘Like’ on this post and click ‘Share’ to deliver this verse to close friends and family. Ask what subject or skill that they know so well that they could teach it to others. Ask how they would teach it and why people would want to learn it. Be mindful that people are watching how you act and what you say. Let them see Christ’s love show through you. Be a witness to His grace and mercy as you interact with others. Continue to Take Time For God’s Word at 15:14 (3:14 pm) or as you think of a favorite teacher in your life, then recall this verse. We sometimes doubt that we know enough to share it. Set those feelings aside. God will see you through every moment of teaching others. Be yourself. Be genuine. Be loving. Be honest about ALL that God has done in your life. Tell how that has changed you. Talk about His blessings. You will have an impact. You will make a difference for His kingdom. You can do this! Be a blessing by sharing His love.

Our prayers today go out to all of those in hospice or Alzheimer’s care facilities. These people are in special need for prayers. This includes the staff and professionals supporting them… their families… their friends… all need to be surrounded by prayers. It is so hard to see loved ones go through these situations. What can we do…what can we say… how can I be a blessing to them. Just be there for them. Support them. Love them. Stay blessed to pass on that blessing to others. Be a shining light to the world! ... See MoreSee Less

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