Thursday, 30 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week5- day 5


scripture

James 4:4New International Version (NIV)

You adulterous people,[a] don’t you know that friendship with the world means enmity against God? Therefore, anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God.


Observation

 You can only  choose one or the other. Either follow God's World or the ways of the world. You cannot have both. 


Application

 Indulging in the ways of the world will only set you apart from GOD. Focus on what truly matters and do not seek pleasures in the temporary ways of the world.

Prayer

Dear Lord,

help me keep my focus on you and maintain my friendship with you instead of the ways of the world.

AMEN. 

 


Wednesday, 29 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies- Week 5- Day 4


Psalm 27:7-8New International Version (NIV)

Hear my voice when I call, Lord;
    be merciful to me and answer me.
My heart says of you, “Seek his face!
    Your face, Lord, I will seek

Observation
Look towards the LORD at all times. He will be there for you . 

Application
 Seek the LORD in times of Good and Bad. He  will be there to guide and lead the way.  Trust in his power.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
Thank you for always being there for me when I seek your guidance. 
AMEN. 

Tuesday, 28 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 5- Day 3



Scripture
Psalm 103:11-13
For as high as the heavens are above the earth,
    so great is his love for those who fear him;
12 as far as the east is from the west,
    so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
13 As a father has compassion on his children,
    so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him;


Observation
The LORD our GOD really cares for us. He loves us and really has compassion for us. 

Application
 Soak yourself in GOD's Love. He is one who really cares and nourishes you. 

Prayer.
Dear LORD,
I'm grateful to have you here for me. I'm  really happy to be able to receive your love .
AMEN. 


Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 2

Scripture

Romans 8:1-2New International Version (NIV) Life Through the Spirit

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you[a] free from the law of sin and death.

Observation
Jesus came to free us. He is the savior of this world

Application
 If we believe in GOD and follow his WORD we will not be condemn by him. Focus on enriching your spirit then giving in to the desires of the flesh. Such desires will never last and give you the peace that you seek.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
help me keep my focus on you. Only you are able to set me free from the bonds of this world.
AMEN 

Sunday, 26 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 5- Day 1

Scripture
 He straightened up and asked her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?”
11 “No one, sir,” she said.
“Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Go now and leave your life of sin.”

Observation
God doesn't condemn nor does he pass judgement on sinners. He only asks one to repent and go away and do GOOD.

Application
Learn from your mistakes and change your ways. You are given chances to repent and do better. Do take and use thee opportunities wisely before they slip away.

Prayer
Dear GOD,
thank you for being such a benevolent GOD . Make me wise to your ways.
AMEN  

Thursday, 23 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 5

Scripture
who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.

Observation
God sacrificed himself to save us from the evil of this world.

Application
Focus on what is good as God too wants this for you. 

Prayer
Dear GOD,
help me seek goodness and purify myself from the evils of this world.
AMEN.

Wednesday, 22 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Reading- Week 4- Day 4

Scripture

James 4:6-New International Version (NIV)

But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says:
“God opposes the proud     but shows favor to the humble.”

Observation
God doesn't like braggers who are so full of themselves. They boast too much.

Application
Be humble and listen to what GOD says. He will give you more favor is you do so.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
keep me humble and keep me away from self praise and boastfulness
Amen.  




Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies Week 4- Day 3

Scripture.

1 Corinthians 1:30-31New International Version (NIV)

30 It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. 31 Therefore, as it is written: “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.

Observation
Praise the LORD as everything comes from him. If you want to be grateful and boast about something boast about his GLORY.

Application
Everything comes from GOD. All our wisdom and knowledge.. so do give acknowledgement to him for his teachings.

PRayer
Dear LORD,
thank you for the wisdom which you have imparted to me. Without you I'm nothing.
AMEN.


Tuesday, 21 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 2


scripture
May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which[a] the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. 15 Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is the new creation.

Observation
God teaches us to be humble.  He doesn't want us to give ourselves up to the devil

Application
Don't be boastful. Listen to GOD and give him the praises that he deserves. Create your own universe with him.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
Let me boast about you and you alone. Your achievements cannot be compared to and you certainly deserve the praise
AMEN.


Monday, 20 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 5


2 Corinthians 4:7-9New International Version (NIV)

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed

Observation
God gives you what you need.


Application
God will always be there for you..

Prayer
Thank you for always being there for me.
AMEN.


Thursday, 16 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March bible studies- Week 3- Day 4

Scripture

Psalm 119:68New International Version (NIV)

68 You are good, and what you do is good;
    teach me your decrees

Observation
God knows everything. There is nothing he can't do.

Application
Learn from GOD. He is the best teacher for us. 

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
I hope to be able to learn from you. Teach me and impart your knowledge to me.

AMEN. 


Monday, 13 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 2

Scripture

Psalm 55:22

22 Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let  the righteous be shaken

Observation
The LORD our GOD will take care of everything. He will strengthen your faith and and keep you strong.

Application
Trust in the LORD our GOD. He will sustain you and remove all your worries and burdens.

Prayer.
Dear LORD,
help me to constantly seek you in prayer and cast all my worries to you as you are my rock and solace. 
AMEN. 

Sunday, 12 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - Week 3- Day 1

Scripture

Genesis 18:12-14New 

So Sarah laughed to herself as she thought, “After I am worn out and my lord is old, will I now have this pleasure?”
13 Then the Lord said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh and say, ‘Will I really have a child, now that I am old?’ 14 Is anything too hard for the Lord? I will return to you at the appointed time next year, and Sarah will have a son.”

Observation
God keep true all promises to Sarah. Even though it had taken longer time then expected according to her she still got her child in the end.

Application
 Be patient as the LORD our god will provide. He will give you what you need and desire based on his timeline.

Prayer
Dear LORD,
help me keep strong and patient as I wait for you to carry out your promises. Keep my faith strong in you as I battle all the demons.

AMEN .



Thursday, 9 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed- March Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 5

Scripture

Isaiah 41:10

So do not fear, for I am with you;
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Observation
The Lord our GOD will give us what we need and support us all the way.

Application
 Trust and believe that the LORD will be there for you. He is going to be the one who will give you te courage, help and support you and be with you forever.

Prayer
Dear Lord,
I'm hearten to have you around to help and assist me all the days of my life.
AMEN.

Wednesday, 8 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 4

Scripture

Isaiah 40:28-31New International Version (NIV)

28 Do you not know?
    Have you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasting God,
    the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
    and his understanding no one can fathom.
29 He gives strength to the weary
    and increases the power of the weak.
30 Even youths grow tired and weary,
    and young men stumble and fall;
31 but those who hope in the Lord
    will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
    they will run and not grow weary,
    they will walk and not be faint

Obsevation
Trust in the LORD. He will sustain you even when you feel like giving up

Application
 Lean on the LORD. He will support you and give you the energy and courage you need to live. He provides you with what you need to survive and do well in this world. 

Prayer
Dear LORD, 
I cast my Lot with you. Give me the strength that I need to carry my burden.
AMEN. 


Monday, 6 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 2

Scripture
Exodus 4: 10-13
Moses said to the Lord, “Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.”
11 The Lord said to him, “Who gave human beings their mouths? Who makes them deaf or mute? Who gives them sight or makes them blind? Is it not I, the Lord? 12 Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say.”
13 But Moses said, “Pardon your servant, Lord. Please send someone else.”

Observation
GOD teaches you what you do and will also show you/ give you the tools you need. 

Application
Ask and you will receive. Believe that the GOD your LORD will give you what you need to carry out the tasks that you need to do.
 Do not doubt in the LORD's ability.

Prayer
Dear LORD, help me trust in your ability to make all things happen when it seems that it doesn't make sense at the moment.
AMEN.

Broken and Redeem - March Bible Studies- Week 2 - Day 1

Scripture
Exodus 3:11-14
 But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?”
12 And God said, “I will be with you. And this will be the sign to you that it is I who have sent you: When you have brought the people out of Egypt, you[b] will worship God on this mountain.
13 Moses said to God, “Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ Then what shall I tell them?”
14 God said to Moses, “I am who I am.[c] This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I am has sent me to you.’

Observation
God will Guide you to do greatness. He is the one to show you the way and bring you to your full potential.

Application
Trust in the LORD. He will teach you what to do and show you how to do it.

Prayer
Dear Lord,
show me what to do and lead me along the path that is for me.

Amen.




Wednesday, 1 March 2017

Broken and Redeemed - March Bible Studies- Week 1- Day 4

Scripture
revalations 21:4
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’[b] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away

Observation
God will remove all suffering and pain.  He will give us eternal peace.

Application
Trust in the LORD as he will remove all the tribulations and sufferings from the world in time to come. 

Prayer
Dear LORD,
I am grateful for you and hold fast to your promise.
AMEN.