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Sunday, April 26, 2026

Commitment.

You have heard the law that says, ‘A man can divorce his wife by merely giving her a written notice of divorce.’ But I say that a man who divorces his wife, unless she has been unfaithful, causes her to commit adultery. And anyone who marries a divorced woman also commits adultery. Matthew 5:31-32

Meditate. What does it take to live out the “until death do us part” vows?

God made a commitment to mankind and sealed it with a rainbow. Are you keeping your commitment to God…and to your spouse, if you are married?

Jesus was sitting on the hillside above the Sea of Galilee with His disciples and a few hundred—a multitude—of followers. The sound of His voice can be heard all over this mountain by those who came to hear this young Rabbi, known as a great teacher and miracle worker. Maybe today He would heal someone right here? It is possible that they expected a physical healing, but it is just as likely that Jesus will be healing someone mentally or spiritually.

Earlier in the morning, the Rabbi spent a few minutes speaking to them about the evils of adultery and now He is tying it together with marriage and divorce. The law that He was referring to was in Moses writings in Deuteronomy. We know that Moses wrote the first five books of the Bible, but that it was really God’s words. Divorce was not part of God’s plan for mankind, but He gave us free will—our own choice. Some couples chose divorce, and Moses told them how to do it, by the husband merely giving his wife a letter. If she has been unfaithful, then according to the another Deuteronomy passage, both she and the unfaithful man will be stoned at the city gates. Brutal punishment.

Suppose a man marries a woman but she does not please him. Having discovered something wrong with her, he writes a document of divorce, hands it to her, and sends her away from his house. Deuteronomy 24:1

The wife does not please the husband, so he divorces her! What a life! I recall a young couple in my church who just weren’t happy…even with two children, they decided that they were happier apart. Their marriage just ended. What has become of the “until death do us part” commitment? Divorce seems acceptable today. For many years, fifty percent of marriages in the United States have been known to fail—ending in divorce. Now that statistical number has been noted to be 40-50%. More success in marriage. Why is that? Are more couples listening to Jesus advice? Is adultery a motiving factor or of any influence at all? Are they really more committed to each other? Do more couples just live together, not bothering to get married?

Jesus was continuing to teach on the evils of adultery. What are your views on purity issues?

Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, You made it clear that adultery is wrong. Help people within my family, friends, neighborhood, and community to see and value marriage and be devoted to communication and commitment that is necessary to make a marriage lasting.

Verse of Salvation ~ But may all who search for you be filled with joy and gladness in you. May those who love your salvation repeatedly shout, “The LORD is great!” Psalm 40:16 (NLT)

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Lust?

You have heard the commandment that says, ‘You must not commit adultery.’ But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. So if your eye--even your good eye--causes you to lust, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your hand--even your stronger hand--causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. Matthew 5:27-30 (NLT)

Meditate. Think on these verses. Do you have ears to hear?

Would you choose a hibiscus or a tulip? Keep your eyes on the one you choose for life.

Jesus speaks again about one of the Ten Commandments. This time the one from Exodus 20:14. Do not commit adultery. Pretty straightforward. There are men and women sitting at His feet, hanging on His every word. They don’t usually talk about such things in mixed company, but here Jesus, the extraordinary young Rabbi is telling them, “don’t have sexual relation with someone else’s spouse.” Jesus goes even further than the original command. Don’t even look. No peeks, sideways glances, winks, sly comments, or lecherous compliments. No Lust. No misdirected desire. Some of His audience were probably convicted and squirming inside their own thoughts. Would they have got up and left if they had known just what Jesus was going to talk about?

The best advise on intimate relations that I ever heard, other than from this passage from Jesus, was from a gentleman with whom I worked for a short time. He said his grandfather had said, “Keep sex to yourself until you are married.” Good council. Tell that to your kids and grandkids. Jesus is even more explicit in teaching a life long learning detail. Don’t let your eyes and your heart drift to focusing on someone who is not your spouse. He goes on to talk about cutting off your hand or eye if you are in such a condition. Really?! Eyes and hands were important to work, whether for yourself or others—home, school, or occupation. Is there something else to do as punishment? Better to prevent the situation than to deal with an amputation event, or face an eternity of hell. Self-control is part of the fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) and it is worthy of consideration in these additional verses.

He will die for lack of self-control; he will be lost because of his great foolishness. Proverbs 5:23 (NLT)

Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect, and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and patience. Titus 2:2 (NLT)

Jesus told those gathered around Him that they need to not be lustful—or there will be consequences to pay, which could include hell. That is the ultimate punishment. By God’s grace we have a choice. By choosing to obey God and not indulge in lustful feelings we take an obedient, righteous step alongside our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ towards heaven. The choice is up to each person. How do you choose?

Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, in Your mercy and grace I thank you for Your teaching about lustfulness. It is shameful that this may have been addressed to men, but applies to women lusting for men who are not their spouse, too. Forgive me, Lord, for times I had lustful feelings. Some may rationalize that it is just human to feel that way, but with self-control as a fruit of the Holy Spirit, there is hope that lust is a bygone thing.

Verse of Salvation ~ So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. 1 Peter 1:13 (NLT)

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Can You Offer a Rose with Forgiveness?

You have heard that our ancestors were told, ‘You must not murder. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment.’ But I say, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to judgment! If you call someone an idiot, you are in danger of being brought before the court. And if you curse someone, you are in danger of the fires of hell. So if you are presenting a sacrifice at the altar in the Temple and you suddenly remember that someone has something against you, leave your sacrifice there at the altar. Go and be reconciled to that person. Then come and offer your sacrifice to God. When you are on the way to court with your adversary, settle your differences quickly. Otherwise, your accuser may hand you over to the judge, who will hand you over to an officer, and you will be thrown into prison. And if that happens, you surely won’t be free again until you have paid the last penny. Matthew 5:21-26

Meditate. Read these verses three times and consider your attitude towards God and others.

Jesus was continuing to teach those gathered around Him by the Sea of Galilee as He spoke more of His Sermon on the Mount. We can assume that they were familiar with the Ten Commandments—and here Jesus is elaborating on what the sixth commandment really means for every day life. You can read it again in Exodus 20:13 and also in Deuteronomy 5:17. Additionally, a portion of this passage is also recorded in Luke 12:57-59.

You must not murder. Exodus 20:13 (NLT)

Jesus was elaborating about the dangers of anger. Has anyone ever explained about defaming someone’s character by being angry or cursing them? That is just what Jesus is teaching—and it was hidden in the Ten Commandments all along. Jesus is really focusing on how people treat each other—on their relationships. Anger is a destructive emotion. He was doing more than just encouraging others to control their anger. He was instructing them on the evils of anger. The result can be judgment and even hell. Do you want to go there? We shouldn’t live in fear of hell…but we have control over our choices, and that includes how we deal with our emotions.

Think about the first example of anger in the Bible. Cain was angry with and jealous of his brother Abel, so he murdered him. Was that a good choice? No. We can all see that. Do we see or even feel when we are angry with someone that we are in danger? I’ve often heard someone say that if you are mad at someone to the point that we are unforgiving and bitter, that we are only harming ourselves, not the person we are mad at who may not be aware of the situation. The chronic stress of the constant negativity raises the adrenaline and cortisol levels which can lead to cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, cancer, chronic inflammation, or digestive issues. Bad stuff. Mentally, bitterness and unforgiveness has been linked to depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue, and emotional burnout. None of those are fun, nor do they bring any glory to God.

What should someone do about their anger? Jesus says to go and reconcile with that person. Forgiveness is powerful. Even Jesus experienced anger—so it is an emotion that we do feel, although His was a righteous anger. Is yours? Go do something positive outwardly, and if necessary, forgive yourself, too. Be healthy. Release the anger, bitterness, and unforgiveness chains of bondage. Can you offer a rose with forgiveness?

Prayer ~ Lord God, please forgive me for the anger I’ve felt towards others and towards You over insignificant situations. Thank you for showing me how powerful forgiveness is and that You are so forgiving. It is such a release from what was actually a useless burden.

Verses of Salvation ~ Hear me as I pray, O LORD. Be merciful and answer me! My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds, “LORD, I am coming.” Do not turn your back on me. Do not reject your servant in anger. You have always been my helper. Don’t leave me now; don’t abandon me, O God of my salvation! Psalm 27:7-9 (NLT)

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table
Another of the seven healing foods of Israel includes grapes. I happen to live in the Columbia Basin of eastern Washington State where over 60,000 acres of wine grapes are grown, in addition to grape juice cultivation. We have grapes growing on our front yard fence with our wonderful neighbors, George and JoAnn.They planted them years ago and we enjoy feasting on them every fall. Grapes are not difficult to grow in your yard, but having acres of them, like any farming effort, is work. That is what farming is all about. Cultivate, water, and eventually harvest. Enjoy!

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Are You Obedient?

Don’t misunderstand why I have come. I did not come to abolish the law of Moses or the writings of the prophets. No, I came to accomplish their purpose. I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not even the smallest detail of God’s law will disappear until its purpose is achieved. So if you ignore the least commandment and teach others to do the same, you will be called the least in the Kingdom of Heaven. But anyone who obeys God’s laws and teaches them will be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven. But I warn you—unless your righteousness is better than the righteousness of the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven! Matthew 5:17-20

Meditate on these verses.

Jesus was speaking to His followers and the crowd at the hillside above the Sea of Galilee. It was a beautiful day and His words were drifting up that mountain side so everyone could hear Him perfectly. He had spoke to them about blessings that come from behaviors and woes that could happen in with their attitudes. Now, x He was addressing the necessity for them to keep God’s laws. Likely, most of them were Jewish and were familiar with God’s Laws given to the Jews over a thousand years before their time, and with the Pharisees. Those official Jewish law keepers and teachers. Jesus’ message: Don’t ignore the Ten Commandments. Obey and teach them to others.

Who doesn't want to go to heaven? Some people today just think if they do enough good, they’ll automatically go to heaven when they die.People inherently know about the great place in the sky. Several years ago a kids song lyrics included words Heaven is a wonderful place, filled with glory and grace…I wanna go there. Even in Jesus time there was a great desire to one day “enter the Kingdom of Heaven.” He was warning people that they needed to live according to God's rules to get into His Heavenly Kingdom. The same applies to us today.
Your choice. Do you want to obey God and live with Him forever?

Prayer - Lord Jesus, I want to see You—so I will obey—just as You have taught. With Your help I am living with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self- control to show and share Your love with others.

Verse of Salvation ~ After this, I heard what sounded like a vast crowd in heaven shouting, “Praise the LORD! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God. Revelation 19:1 (NLT)

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Are You Salty?

“You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless. You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your Heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:13-16

Meditate. Salt. Light.

Salty people are usually characters. Think of someone you know that is a character…a bit salty. Their personality is usually boisterous and they are likely in your face about something. They make themselves heard. Salt gives flavor to food…and if it looses its flavor, then it is tossed out. When people become boring—sort i of “non-salty” they may be dropped off your “invite” list. Remember God loves them, too.

This passage goes on to say that’ll a light shining in the darkness is one that gives hope to those in its presence. Jesus said that to those gathered around Him when He was teaching in what we call the Sermon on the Mount. He told them that they were the light of the world. Have you ever been so engulfed in pain that your surroundings seemed grim and dark? Jesus also taught that He is the light of the world, as recorded in John.

Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12

Follow me. Once agin Jesus was calling the people. “Follow me.” He says the same thing to us today. We don’t need to hide the fact that we have the light of Jesus shining in us. We certainly aren’t going to hide that light by putting a basket over our head. Give Jesus your pain and your shame. Instead, let your love and obedience to Jesus show. Hopefully others will see that it is Jesus’ love that gives you hope and allows you to care for others. The kind and good things you do will bring glory to God. That is Jesus’ expectation. Praise to the Heavenly Father.

Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, shine through me and give us all hope people need salt and light in their lives. By serving others, my hope is to give You glory.

Verse of Salvation ~ The LORD is my light and my salvation--so why should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? Psalm 27:1 (NLT)

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Woe is me!

What sorrow awaits you who are rich,
for you have your only happiness now.

What sorrow awaits you who are fat and prosperous now,
for a time of awful hunger awaits you.
What sorrow awaits you who laugh now,
for your laughing will turn to mourning and sorrow.

What sorrow awaits you who are praised by the crowds,
for their ancestors also praised false prophets. Luke 6:24-26

Meditate. What are woes and sorrows?

According to Google—and we all live to google for now—sorrows can be associated with regrets or sadness. Woes are a bit deeper and and intense, a longer lasting grief. These are intense anguish, misery feelings due to severe problems.
Jesus tells us to cast all our cares on Him.

Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 If we really do this…life is easier…burdens released. Life couldn’t be better. Jesus love us. Trust Him. Prayer — Thank you Jesus, for loving us enough to die for us…and to take our burdens, or sorrows, and woes. Life is tough—but with You we can do anything. Please continue to help us endure our trials, tribulations, and even daily burdens. Your strength is sufficient.

Verse of Salvation ~ For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There’s no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death. 2 Corinthians 7:10 (NLT)

Monday, April 20, 2026

Birthday Blessings Sweet Amelia

For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 NLT

Meditate. What do you think you cannot do? With the strength that Jesus Christ gives you, can you do that?

Celebrate!
Fireworks at Disney World.
I can do everything!

This verse is my granddaughter Amelia’s favorite verse. Today is her birthday! The beginning of a wonderful year of adventures ahead of her! She has had some health issues during the past few years, and yet she has claimed this verse and does great things with strength from the Lord! May He continue to bless and strengthen her.

Do you identify with this verse? Do you feel that you can do everything through the strength that Jesus Christ gives you? Remember that Jesus said that whatever you ask for in His name, the Father will grant.

At that time, you won't need to ask me for anything. I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name. You haven't done this before. Ask, using my name, and you will receive, and you will have abundant joy. John 16:23-24

Abundant joy! What more could we want in life? Joy! It is one of the characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit—Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. It is the Spirit that gives us that abundant life—everlasting life with joy.

Don't be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit. So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time, we will reap a harvest of blessings if we don't give up. Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith. Galatians 6:7-10

Our relationship with God and with others is what is important in life. Paul reminds us in this portion of scripture from Galatians that we should do good for our brothers and sisters in God’s family. That may take some strength from Christ, but build good relationships with other Christians. I’m so glad that Amelia and her family are part of God’s family…and mine! You can do all things!

Prayer – Lord Jesus, thank you for a positive attitude. You showed us how when You prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, “If it be Your will, let this cup pass from me.” But we know that it wasn’t God’s will. It was His plan…and You fulfilled it. You finished the task that He sent you to earth to do. You can do all things…and it was God the Father who gave you the strength to do it. Now, You give us that same strength…to do all things. Thank you for loving us enough to finish the task that God the Father gave You.

Verse of Salvation ~ God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:8-10

Happy 18^th Birthday, Amelia

Sweet & Smart

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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Are You Persecuted?

God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. Matthew 5:10 NLT

Meditate. Consider God’s guidance in scripture concerning persecution.

Persecution. It is varied in its forms but may include intimidation, hassle, annoyance, harassment, oppression, subjection, discrimination, tyranny, torment, suffering, or murder.

Jesus told a parable about a farmer, sowing seeds…using the soils to describe, symbolically, the hearts of those hearing about the Kingdom of Heaven. When persecution comes on some people, they respond as Jesus described.

The one on whom seed was sown on the rocky places, this is the man who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; yet he has no firm root in himself, but is only temporary, and when affliction or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he falls away. Matthew 13:20-21.

How do you react to persecution? When someone challenges your faith, your beliefs, do you turn away? Here in the United States, most people never experience real persecution—especially not like those in countries where Christians are executed for their faith.

Therefore, brothers and sisters, in all our distress and persecution we were encouraged about you because of your faith. For now we really live, since you are standing firm in the Lord. 1 Thessalonians 3:7-8 NIV.

Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Romans 8:35 NASB.

Prayer – Jesus, be with our brothers and sisters around the world—and give them strength to endure the persecution that they are experiencing. Remind us that nothing and no one can separate us from Your love—and if we should ever have to face persecution…may we, through the Holy Spirit, find our strength in Your love and grace in our lives.

Verse of Salvation ~ Christ suffered for our sins once for all time. He never sinned, but he died for sinners to bring you safely home to God. He suffered physical death, but he was raised to life in the Spirit. 1 Peter 3:18

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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Peacemakers – Are You One?

God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9 NLT

Meditate. Consider God’s promise of peace in scripture.

Peace is important to God. "Peace" appears 361 times in the New Living Translation and 400 times in the old Kings James translation. That is a lot of peace, but many of those verses deal with the sacrificial peace offerings as described in Exodus, Leviticus, and Numbers, as well as other books in the Old Testament.

The dogwood tree reminds us of peace--
from our Lord Jesus Christ.
Search for peace.

Peace is that quality and attitude where there is a freedom from stress, turbulence, or anxiety. It is that feeling of prosperity, tranquility and safety. It was assumed to be the political position when the Messiah arrived, but we know that it was surely a state of mind...not a political quality when Jesus arrived on earth. Jesus was teaching that crowd on the hillside above the Sea of Galilee that they needed to be peacemakers--seeking peace. Actually, not just seeking peace for themselves, but to be peacemakers--spreading and encouraging peace with others. Here are a few verses that encourage peace.
- Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace, and work to maintain it. Psalm 34:14
- In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD, make me to dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8 (NASB)
- The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace. Psalm 29:11 (NASB)
- Those who love Your law have great peace, and nothing causes them to stumble. Psalm 119:165 (NASB)
- For the sake of my brothers and my friends, will now say, "May peace be within you." Psalm 122:8 (NASB)
- Her ways are pleasant ways And all her paths are peace. Proverbs 3:17 (NASB)
- When a man's ways are pleasing to the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. Proverbs 16:7 (NASB)
- A time to love and a time to hate; A time for war and a time for peace. Ecclesiastes 3:8 (NASB)
- LORD, You will establish peace for us, since You have also performed for us all our works.
Isaiah 26:12 (NASB)
- And the work of righteousness will be peace, and the service of righteousness, quietness and confidence forever. Isaiah 32:17 (NASB)
- For you will go out with joy and be led forth with peace; the mountains and the hills will break forth into shouts of joy before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands. Isaiah 55:12 (NASB)

These verses encourage us to seek peace—to pursue it. I certainly want peace in my life. How about you?

And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:18

For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. If you serve Christ with this attitude, you will please God, and others will approve of you, too. So then, let us aim for harmony in the church and try to build each other up. Romans 14:17-19

The LORD lift up His countenance on you, and give you peace. Numbers 6:26 (NASB)

Claim that promise of being a peacemaker—and you will be a son or daughter of God.

Prayer – Lord God, where there is contention and strife with others in my community...give me grace to help them to solve their differences...to seek Your peace in their lives.

Verse of Salvation ~ How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of the messenger who brings good news, the good news of peace and salvation, the news that the God of Israel reigns! Isaiah 52:7 NLT

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