Chasing Sunsets – Pastor Clay’s Devotions 2019
October 2019
Humility is a Tough Lesson
6 But He gives a greater grace. Therefore it says, “God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”
Stage of Life
So teach us to number our days,
That we may present to You a heart of wisdom.
Faith is About Coming to God
6 And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.
Intentional Unselfishness Uplifts
Everybody
4 do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.
God Has it Covered
8 So do not be like them; for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.
Every Habit Begins with Doing Something the First Time
27 He who diligently seeks good seeks favor,
But he who seeks evil, evil will come to him.
Tension is not Necessarily a Bad Thing
27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.
Immovable Convictions
8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
We Need to Tell God it Hurts
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
But desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
The Good We Seek May Be Found Through Adversity
28 And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.
Sometimes God Uses Timing and Experiences
3 And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; 4 and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;
Take Time for Your Heart
23 Watch over your heart with all diligence,
For from it flow the springs of life.
