ARE YOU READY? 4

READY TO DO GOOD WORKS

Titus 3:1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,

Even though we are not saved by our good works we must realize that we are saved to do good works.

Someone once asked a little boy if he had done any good deeds that day. He answered, "Well I didn't hit or kick anybody all day."

We can be a lot like the little boy. We feel like if we aren't really doing something to hurt someone we are doing a good thing. I believe that we must be prepared to do more than that.

The opportunities are many. There is always someone that you can help. It can take many forms but it is still a good deed. Sometimes a call or encouraging word can be one of the best works you can do. Other times it could be seeing a need and meeting it for someone without them ever finding out.

I personally believe that most Christians want to do good works but get so busy with their own lives that they don't take time to think about it. Maybe you would be more ready to do good works if you would take a little time each day to reflect upon what you can do for others.

Give it a try. It might be one of the most enjoyable experiences of your life.

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ARE YOU READY? 3

TO SHARE THE GOSPEL WITH THE WORLD

Rom 1:15-16 So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also. (16) For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

Sometimes we forget how far we can reach in this modern world. We have access to the whole world in ways that no generation before us ever had. When I have an Internet connection I usually send these devotionals to a few friends and family members. I know that some of them forward them to other friends and family members.

Sometimes I put a link on Facebook as well as Twitter for the devotionals. Some of those that read the devotionals will post them on their Facebook as well. I have noticed a boost in the number of readers when others post the link to our website. I have noticed when I really push to get more readers that they come from places that I would not have imagined.

We have readers from all over the world. They might not come every day or even on a regular basis. Most of them come only once and do not come back but if even one of them gets saved or has spiritual questions I am ready to share the gospel with them.

I hope you will be ready to share these devotionals however you can. Print them out. Pass them around. Forward them in emails.
Our link is http://www.shilohbaptist.blogspot.com Copy this and paste it in your emails. Put the link on Facebook, Twitter or any other social network you might be a part of.

Be ready to spread the gospel by helping pass these along.
Are you ready?

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ARE YOU READY? 2

TO GIVE AN ANSWER FOR YOUR HOPE

1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:

Being filled with hope gives you a great opportunity to witness to others. If people see you living an upbeat and positive life with a great attitude they just might want to know why you have that hope.

That is a great opportunity to share with them the security and hope you have by knowing Jesus as your Savior. No matter how bad the situation around us looks... we have hope. No matter what difficulties may come our way...we have hope.

What is that hope...it is in Jesus Christ by faith. My faith is built on nothing less than Jesus and His righteousness. Our hope is built on the promises of an Almighty God who has promised us eternal life through His Son Jesus.

Are you ready to give an answer to the hope that is in you?


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ARE YOU READY? 1

Matthew 24:42-44 Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. (43) But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. (44) Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.

INTRODUCTION:
It is certain that we can not know when Jesus will return for us but that doesn't mean we should not be watching. The analagy of the theif is a very good one. They seldom make appointments.

A couple once recieved two tickets to a football game that had been sold out. The tickets were very hard to get and they were thrilled to recieve them. They were good tickets, right on the 50 yard line. There was no card or return address, just the tickets wrapped in plain paper with no note or writing.

The couple went to the football game but were hardly able to enjoy it because they kept looking around for someone they might know who could have possibly sent them the tickets. They were in the midst of total strangers and still had no idea where the tickets came from.

When they reached home their house was completely cleaned out by thieves. A piece of paper was laying in the floor with the words HOPE YOU ENJOYED THE GAME! written on it. They had their answer.

A thief will get your attention on something else and then he will steal from you. Satan is a thief who is trying to rob you of your joy.
Keep your focus. Be ready. Watch for His return.

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ON SPEAKING TERMS

It would do us all well to be on speaking terms with our Heavenly Father.

GOOD FOOD IN HEAVEN

Sometimes the kids get the songs wrong but sometimes we do too.

THE POWER OF PRAYER 5

OUR CHURCHES LOSE POWER WHEN WE FAIL TO PRAY

PRAY FOR THE MESSAGE
2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have course, and be glorified, even as with you:

The apostle Paul desired the prayers of the church. Does your pastor need them any less than Paul? I ask often as I publish these devotionals on the Internet for your prayers. Do you remember to pray for me. I need the power of God to make these devotionals mean anything and I desire your prayers that God might be glorified. I am sure that your pastor desires your prayers too.

PRAY FOR THE SALVATION OF SOULS
Romans 10:1 Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.

As the writer of this letter demonstrates a desire to see Israel saved God's people should want to see America saved. Only God can save us. We should desire to see the lost come to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

There are many things wrong in this world but there are very few of them that would not be corrected with a sweeping revival and a great harvest of lost souls.

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THE POWER OF PRAYER 4

PRAYER IS CALLING ON THE POWER OF GOD

Matthew 21:22 And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.

What greater power can man have than to be able to call on the Creator of Heaven and Earth and ask anything in the name of Jesus?

The Bible is filled with instances of God's power being demonstrated in answer to prayer. Elijah called down fire from heaven to consume the sacrifice as all Israel witnessed it.

Have you not witnessed the power of God in your own prayer life? God is all powerful and He is not stingy with His blessings. One of the things Christians should realize is that God is glorified by demonstrating His power in the lives of believers.

We need only be doing His will and seeking His glory and all He has is at our disposal.

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THE POWER OF PRAYER 3

PRAYER IS NOT SOMETHING WE SHOULD DO JUST WHEN IT IS CONVENIENT
1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing.

Our entire day should be punctuated with periods of prayer. We should start our day asking God to give us wisdom and guidance. We should ask Him about any important decision we should make along the way and it would not hurt if we asked Him about many of the small decisions we have to make.

We should stop several times each day to thank Him for all He has done and is doing for us during the day. We should ask His blessings upon our meals and upon our jobs and our work.

Praying without ceasing does not mean that we have to walk around with our head bowed and our eyes closed bumping into things and people along the way. It means that we should be in such a mental state and spiritual state that we don't have to severely shift gears to be in a frame of mind to talk to God.

Pray without ceasing. It will make a fantastic difference in your life.

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THE POWER OF PRAYER 2

PRAYER IS NOT PLAY. IT IS WORK.
Luke 22:44 And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great [drops] of [blood] falling down to the ground.

Can you imagine the agony and the effort that went into that prayer that Jesus was praying just before He was to be crucified. He knew what He would be facing. I personally believe it was not the pain of the actual crucifixion that He was tormented over as much as it was the fact that He who had no sin would feel the shame and pain of sin for all mankind as His Father's wrath was poured out upon it.

Whatever was going through the mind of Jesus was enough to cause Him to pray probably the most fervent prayer that has ever been prayed. I know we are not Jesus. I know that we can never expect to pray as He did in that garden, but I also know that we need to pray far more fervently than we do.

There have been many times in my ministry that I would go through the motions of praying and the results seemed to show it. There have been other times that I have agonized in prayer. I have literally been exhausted by prayer and those are the times that I remember feeling the power of God and seeing the hand of God on my ministry.

This isn't just true of preachers and pastors. It is a truth that if God's people would put more effort into prayer and pray with all that is within us we would not only see a difference in our own lives but in the lives of those around us. Lets go to work in our prayer lives.

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THE POWER OF PRAYER 1

Luke 11:1 And it came to pass, that, as he was teaching his disciples said unto him, Lord,[teach] us to [pray], as John also taught his disciples.

THE DISCIPLES SAW THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER

They did not ask Jesus to teach them to preach. Preaching is a very important part of any church but many believe it is the most important part. Many churches are faltering today, not because there is not good preaching, but because there is a lack of prayer on the part of the membership.

They did not ask Jesus to teach them to teach. Every church should have a strong teaching ministry based on the Bible. The truth is that if there isn't any prayer on the part of the students and the teachers there is very little gained from studying the Bible. The Bible is revealed by the Holy Spirit and we can't be taught by Him without first praying and allowing God to take control of our understanding.

They did not ask Jesus to teach them to perform miracles. They had seen Him do many wonderful works and perform all manner of miracles but that is not what they sought.

They asked Jesus to teach them to pray. If you would really serve God to the greatest of your ability you will learn to pray. If you are not really sure how to pray then that is a good place to begin. Just bow your head and ask God to teach you to pray. It will change your life and the lives of those around you.


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Dissapointment

It is disappointing when you think someone is doing something spiritual and you find out they are not.

Feel free to use these in your church bulletins or newsletters or in any way you wish. They are a part of a ministry therefore they do not belong to us but hopefully to the Lord.

No Way

Kids can sometimes come up with some strange requests. I have had more fun and more laughs out of kids during my ministry than I will ever be able to remember. I am thankful now that some of the ones I have known as children are adults who are faithfully serving the Lord.

Feel free to use these comics in your bulletins or inserts or in any way that you wish. This is a ministry therefore it does not belong to me. I hope it belongs to the Lord.

SIGNS POINTING TO THE END 4

Luke 21:25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring;
DISTRESS AMONG NATIONS

As I write these devotionals the news announced tonight that there were two huge asteroids passing between the Earth and the moon. It would not surprise me if we start seeing many more of these
type things in the future.
You can hardly pick up a newspaper without reading of some natural catastrophe occurring somewhere in the world. The television news is filled with these stories as well as with the wars and unrest through out the world.
There have been times of distress in the past. The World Wars, the world wide depression and many other times in past years and centuries have truly been times of distress. We are faced now with threats that the world has never known before. The terrorism, the utter hatred of the Jewish nation and the hate for Christianity are stronger now than any time I can remember.
I believe we should begin to look up. Surely our redemption is drawing near.


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SIGNS POINTING TO THE END 3

2 Timothy 3:2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy.
PEOPLE WILL LOVE THEMSELVES

Does this make you think of the world around us. People certainly seem to love themselves a lot these days. We hear a lot about low self esteem but we don't talk much about people who esteem themselves too highly.
In today's society we seem to have a lot of people with the traits that the above scripture mentions. Covetousness is one thing that has caused the economic crisis our country is in. People wanting what does not belong to them and taking it from unsuspecting investors has ruined many financially. People wanting a bigger house and finer automobile than they can afford have caused them to lose everything. That is being covetous.
Many of our elected leaders fall into the category of boasting and being proud. Many will never admit their mistakes and wrongdoings but.... they keep getting elected term after term.
The disobedient to parents part is very evident in today's society. If I had talked to my parents when I was a child the way I hear children talk to their parents I would still be eating standing up.
Unholiness and unthankfulness are commonplace. We live in a time when people feel they should be able to do anything they want to and that they are entitled to anything they want.
All of this sounds very much to me like we just might be in the latter days. Are you ready for Jesus to come?


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SIGNS POINTING TO THE END 2

1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;

DEPARTURE FROM THE FAITH
Paul wrote that in the last days there would be many departing from the faith. By the faith he meant the Christian faith. I can honestly say that we seem to see more and more of that.

When I was a young boy growing up almost everyone I knew went to church sometimes. They might not go every Sunday but they went at times. I dare say now that we are in an age where many people have never set foot in a church. Many have never really read the Bible or heard the plan of salvation.

As a matter of fact Christianity has come under attack by many ordinary citizens right here in the United States. Some of the restrictions that are being placed on Christians would have been unheard of, even when I was young.

I have seen many changes in attitudes in my lifetime and one of the greatest is the departing from the faith. When our own president goes to other countries and makes the statement that the United States is not a Christian nation maybe we should begin to take a close look at ourselves. Are we departing from the faith as well?



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SIGNS POINTING TO THE END 1

Luke 21:25-26 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; (26) Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.

INTRODUCTION: Jesus told us that no man would know the hour or the day that He would return but that we should be aware of the signs leading up to His return and be ready. In the next few devotionals I want to briefly discuss some of the things Jesus said would come to pass shortly before His return.

Sometimes we are so focused on the world around us that we miss the fact that all of this is temporary. Someday there will be a new heaven and a new earth and that will be our home.

Paul wrote about many of these things in his letters to Timothy and I will be using some of those scriptures in these devotionals. The purpose is not to try to predict a day or a time that Jesus will return but to make us take a look at the world surrounding us and compare it with the things the Bible said would come to pass in the latter days. I hope you receive a blessing and become more aware of the fact that Jesus could return at any time. Are you ready?

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GROWING UP 3

1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I [spake as a child], I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.

A FEW MORE EXAMPLES

Self pity is childish:
No one likes me. No one wants to be my friend. No one will play with me. Did you ever notice that there is usually a reason even children are avoided. Many times it is because they are bitter and angry and not much fun to be around.

Childishness is a failure to recognize obligation and responsibility. I believe many churches are failing because immature Christians are not accepting their responsibility. It is your church. It is your ministry. You have an obligation to carry out the Great Commission.

Childishness is indicated by a lack of thankfulness. Children just expect things like food, clean clothes, a home, etc. Let's not be like children taking God's provision for granted.

If any of these things seemed close to home to you as you were reading them then maybe you should put away some childish things and start maturing as a Christian.

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THE CROSS LEADS HOME

WHEN I SEE THE CROSS
Officer Peter O'Hanlon was patrolling on night duty in
northern England some years ago when he heard a quivering sob.
Turning in the direction that it came from, he saw in the shadows
a little boy sitting on a doorstep. With tears rolling down his
cheeks, the child whimpered, "I'm lost. Take me home." The
policeman began naming street after street, trying to help him
remember where he lived. When that failed, he repeated the names
of the shops and hotels in the area, but all without success.
Then he remembered that in the center of the city was a well-
known church with a large white cross towering high above the
surrounding landscape. He pointed to it and said, "Do you live
anywhere near that?" The boy's face immediately brightened.
"Yes, take me to the cross. I can find my way home from there!"
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That is the only way to find our way home. We must first go to the cross.

Study Time

It is amazing how many adults as well as children think all the pastor has to do each week is stand up and preach a couple of times.

GROWING UP 2

1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I [spake as a child], I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.

SELFISHNESS IS A MARK OF CHILDISHNESS

Children do not yet realize that the world does not revolve around them. They believe that everything that happens around them is something directly related to them. The outcome is not as important as how will it effect them individually. There are many adults that have never grown to realize one of my favorite statements, "It's not all about you." If you feel that you are the center of the universe and that only what effects you matters then you are being childish.

Children sometimes will throw a fit to get their way. Sadly adults will do the same thing. "I am not speaking to you until...." is only a way of throwing a fit. I guess it might be in a more civilized form but a civilized fit is still immature. You might be a pouter...in the words of Dr. Phil, "How is that working for you?" Adults use reason and sometimes accept the fact that they might not get what they want at all. That is a sign of maturity.

I personally believe we have developed the biggest crop of crybabies in America that the world has ever known. There comes a time to put away childish things and accept the fact that we must act responsibly.

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GROWING UP 1

1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I [spake as a child], I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.

Introduction: It still amazes me at the number of people in our society who basically have never grown up. We see instances of it all the time especially when we hear about the lifestyles of the rich and famous or infamous as the case might be. It seems that some people never put away their childish ways. When we grow up we learn that we can't always blame everyone else for our problems. We have to start taking some responsibility for them ourselves.

People are playing at raising families, people are playing at being married, people are even playing church.

In the next few devotionals I want to discuss some of the characteristics that go with being childish. Please pray for me and for the devotional ministry.




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THE GREAT SHEPHERD 2

John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:

LESSONS FROM A SHEPHERD 2

A man traveling in a country where it was common to see a shepherd leading his sheep came upon an unusual sight. He had always noticed that the sheep just followed the shepherd but this time the shepherd was having to herd them and drive them with a staff. He commented to the man that it was the first time he had ever seen a shepherd drive sheep in that manner.

The reply was, "Oh, I am not a shepherd. I work for the butcher and I am driving these sheep to the slaughterhouse."

The Good Shepherd leads us. He set an example and we are to obediently follow Him. When we realizing someone is driving or forcing us in a certain direction we had better beware. We might be headed for the slaughterhouse instead of the meadow.

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THE GREAT SHEPHERD 1

John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:

LESSONS FROM A SHEPHERD 1

There was once a group of shepherds around a small stream of water and as the sheep finished drinking the shepherd would call out to the sheep and they would follow him. The sheep were all mixed together but each would follow his own shepherd's voice. A visitor asked, "Do any of them ever follow the wrong voice."

The answer was very eye opening. He said, "Only the sick ones. The ones who are healthy know their shepherds voice and will only follow him. The sick ones will follow anyone."

Isn't that true in our spiritual lives. Those who are healthy spiritually will only follow the leadership of the Great Shepherd. Those who are spiritually sick will follow any voice that comes along.

Who are you following?

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THE 23rd PSALM 5

Psalm 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

I SHALL NOT WANT FOR SUSTENANCE

Psalm 23:5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

The Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want for sustenance because the Lord can and will provide for my every need according to His riches in Glory. Everything belongs to God and it is His to give to whoever He will. I am a firm believer that He reserves the best He has for those that love and trust Him.

I SHALL NOT WANT FOR SPIRITUAL FULLNESS

He anoints my head with oil. He will fill me with His spirit and keep me spiritually sustained. I should allow Him to fill me to the point that my cup runs over. When that happens some of His love will run over and spill on those around us who need it most.



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WHAT IS A SAINT?

WHAT IS A SAINT?
A young boy about nine years old went with his parents to
Europe one summer. Part of their tour was visiting the great old
cathedrals of the past. As he would visit cathedral after
cathedral he saw the massive stained glass portraits of the
disciples and of other saints. He was so impressed as he stood
in these great empty halls looking through the beautiful stained
glass windows. Upon return, when asked by his Sunday School
teacher, what about the great churches of Europe did he like the
most, and what was his definition of a saint, he thought for a
moment and he said, "I loved the sense of awesomeness and the
hugeness of who God must be. And what is a saint?" And as his
mind went back to those massive beautiful stained glass windows,
he said, "A saint is a man the light shines through." Jesus
said, "Let your light so shine before men that they may see your
good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven."
(Matt. 5:16)

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NEW FEATURE "THE PASTOR'S POSSE"

This is a new outreach feature that we have started in our church. The characters in the comic are based on the puppets we use in our puppet ministry each week. The kids already know the puppets and we hope they will get to know the comic characters. Feel free to print out and use these in your bulletins or any other way. We will be posting these on weekends when we have new ones.

THE 23rd PSALM 5

Psalm 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

I SHALL NOT WANT FOR SUSTENANCE

Psalm 23:5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

The Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want for sustenance because the Lord can and will provide for my every need according to His riches in Glory. Everything belongs to God and it is His to give to whoever He will. I am a firm believer that He reserves the best He has for those that love and trust Him.

I SHALL NOT WANT FOR SPIRITUAL FULLNESS

He anoints my head with oil. He will fill me with His spirit and keep me spiritually sustained. I should allow Him to fill me to the point that my cup runs over. When that happens some of His love will run over and spill on those around us who need it most.



Please feel free to contact me by email at

shilohkosciusko@gmail.com with questions, comments.

or even suggestions for further devotional studies.


If you know of someone new to the Kosciusko area and would like for our church to visit them please let us know. Our prayers are that this devotional ministry will be an outreach to bring people into a closer relationship with Jesus. I do appreciate you taking the time to these devotionals and please keep us in your prayers.

THE 23rd PSALM 4

Ps 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

I SHALL NOT FEAR EVEN DEATH

Psalms 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

I used to fear death because I did not know what lay on the other side for me. Once I trusted Jesus as my Lord and Savior that fear was removed from me.

We all walk through the valley of the shadow of death and for those who are saved that is all it is, a shadow. A shadow can not do you any harm. It might frighten you and it might make you a little apprehensive but it can not really harm you. Jesus took our death into the tomb with Him and He rose up victorious over it. All that is left is the shadow.

Some day you might read my obituary and it might say that I am dead. Don't believe a word of it. I will be more alive than I have ever been.

We are born in the valley. From the time we are born we are headed for death. We grow up in the valley. We live in the valley because we never know when we will die. We must walk in the valley of death daily but we must never walk alone.

The Great Shepherd will walk with us every step of the way and we have nothing to fear. I find that comforting.

Please feel free to contact me by email at

shilohkosciusko@gmail.com with questions, comments or even suggestions for further devotional studies.


If you know of someone new to the Kosciusko area and would like for our church to visit them please let us know. Our prayers are that this devotional ministry will be an outreach to bring people into a closer relationship with Jesus. I do appreciate you taking the time to these devotionals and please keep us in your prayers.

THE 23rd PSALM 4

Ps 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

I SHALL NOT WANT FOR REVIVAL

Psalms 23:3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Revival is not a series of meetings with an evangelist coming into our church to preach a few exciting and motivating messages. Revival is a restoration of the soul. It is a renewing of that relationship that we had with God when we were first saved.

Remember how new the world looked and how real and close God seemed to us. When we truly experience revival that is restored to us. I was saved at an early age and drifted away from God over a period of years. When I started back to church and started listening to the messages and reading God's Word I really experienced a true life changing revival in my life.

At that point my relationship with God was greater than it had ever been and it changed my life completely. True revival is a life changing experience have sometimes drifted since, but never as far as before and I have had those times of renewal from time to time since then. Let me assure you that this world has nothing to offer you that can compare to the restoring of that special relationship with the Great Shepherd. He will lead us in the paths of righteousness. It is up to us to follow.

Please feel free to contact me by email at

shilohkosciusko@gmail.com with questions, comments or even suggestions for further devotional studies.


If you know of someone new to the Kosciusko area and would like for our church to visit them please let us know. Our prayers are that this devotional ministry will be an outreach to bring people into a closer relationship with Jesus. I do appreciate you taking the time to read these devotionals and please keep us in your prayers.