and make all your plans succeed. But because you, my brothers, are not living in darkness the day cannot take you by surprise, like a burglar! Glena has worked at CBN since January 2021. We pray He gives us our "daily bread.". Read full chapter Colossians 4:5 in all English translations Colossians 3 joycemeyer.org/everydayanswers/ea-teachings/making-each-day-count, Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; CPU iPhone OS 14_7_1 like Mac OS X) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/14.1.2 Mobile/15E148 Safari/604.1. At this point, the Donner Party was still traveling with the larger wagon train they had joined, but on July 19, they parted with the majority of the wagon train taking the known path to California. Their sense of urgency should have been heightened, but instead, it appears to have waned. People were drawn to my mothernot only as the owners wife; but her effervescent joy expressed the love in her heart for people. L Ephesians 5:16 in all English translations, Colossians 4:5 in all English translations, NIV, Verse Mapping Bible, Comfort Print: Find Connections in Scripture Using a Unique 5-Step Process, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, The Woman's Study Bible, Full-Color, Red Letter: Receiving God's Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation, NIV, Chronological Study Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Revelation, Paperback, Comfort Print, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. When they finally started for the summit, snow began to fall. Enter Jim Bridger, a famous mountain man and proprietor of the fort and trading post. Proverbs 15:1, Put on then, as Gods chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience." It was not until the last decade of her life that she became a ministry leader, insofar as having an official title. Always be humble and gentle. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! Finally, on September 26, the "new" trail joined back up with the Hastings Cutoff. Ephesians 5:15-17 pretty much says it all, and it is one of my favorite passages of Scripture: Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. On August 6, they reached the Weber River, finding a note from Lansford Hastings stuck on a forked stick. Even in the best of families we tend to be overcommitted and under-connected. How I Learned to See Money from a Godly Perspective, How to Find Biblical Joy When You Battle Anxiety, 10 Powerful Prayers to Pray for the Church, How to Plead the Blood of Jesus in Prayer and Scripture, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. What truly makes a gift valuable? For I was hungry, and you fed me. ", Wasted days cannot be recovered; they are gone. Now they had to cross the Great Salt Lake Desert, which Hastings had said would take them two days. The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. In doing so, they left another four wagons behind and lost 32 oxen. Dr. Jim Burns: Too many of us dont take time to be intentional about play and fun. [Read the Bible Gateway Blog post, How to Cultivate Joy]. NET Bible So teach us to consider our mortality, so that we might live wisely. - Unknown. (And by the way that means we are also supposed to get rid of the things that He doesnt want us to keep!). People were watching closely. Denomination: Lets visit some verses that will guide us through our day. I want to live intentionally each day, with purpose, for Gods glory, but sleepwalking through life doesnt help me meet that goal. He speaks to thousands of people around the world each year. She would surprise us in that cheerful voice, Want to go have supper with Dad tonight? We always got so excited; after all, it was quite a scenic trip to pass over Galveston Bay, which looked like a vast ocean to us! There is even a spiritual lesson in the Donner Party's cannibalism. I acknowledge that God is in charge of this day and my life. The 74 people taking the Cutoff elected George Donner as their captain, adding his name to the history books. Things looked bleak. Psalm 39:4 Verse Concepts "Lord, make me to know my end And what is the extent of my days; Let me know how transient I am. ). A clear mind will help us to pray more appropriately for a given situation. To the choirmaster. This article is part of our larger Prayers resource meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. Finally, the feet of those who risk their lives to take the news of salvation to the unreached peoples of the world are beautiful in God's sight. Here are a few more verses to consider: Galatians 6:2. So that we could have a family meal together at least a couple times a week, my mom would drive my brother and me to the restaurant for supperotherwise known as dinner beyond Texas. Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish it, all that behold it begin to mock him, saying, This man began to build, and was not able to finish. Whether you or people you care about are struggling with temptation, in the middle of a crisis, or just trying to keep going, God can use these verses to uplift you. Having trouble logging into your account? I hit cruise when I wake up, and at the end of the day, I wonder how I got there. The end of all things is near. Her seemingly insignificant gift was the most valuable of all because it was given from a pure heart. We are called to "live" the way He wants us to live. K In order to build the Bible search engine, the Bible was imported into a (MySQL) database for easy querying. Publisher: OpenBible.info. I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30) "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. For though his officials are at Zoan and his envoys reach Hanes, everyone comes to shame through a people that cannot profit them, that brings neither help nor profit, but shame and disgrace. Visit the Bible online to search for words if you dont know the specific passage yourre looking for. (Ps. They managed to get 23 of them out, but two of the children died on the way to Sutter's Fort. Why were you compelled to write this book when you were diagnosed with cancer? It took five days to cross 80 miles of desert. Lets begin by reading together the first three verses of Psalm 119: 1 How happy are those whose way is blameless, who live according to the law of the LORD! M : An Interview with Steve Green, How to Win the Battle Against Sin: An Interview with David Bowden, Vibrant Leadership Comes from Your True Self: An Interview with Tyler Reagin. The last of the oxen was killed on November 29. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! He was last seen sitting under a large sage bush, completely exhausted, unable to walk, left there to die. Did you notice that those who are "happy" are those whose "way is blameless" and that they are those who "do nothing wrong," and "follow Gods ways." No doubt, they wished they had back any one of those 56 wasted days and wasted nights. He left a letter extolling the virtues of his "cutoff" and encouraging them to follow. 3 They do nothing wrong; they follow His ways. Bible Gateway interviewed Jim Burns (@drjimburns) about his book, Have Serious Fun: And 12 Other Principles to Make Each Day Count (Zondervan, 2021). Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. I was sick, and you cared for me. I believe that Gods Word can help us accomplish these challenges, and I see some important principles about the value of Gods Word in Psalm 119. We need to be more serious about our faith, and that wont happen without accountability. Make Every Day Count. Dr. Jim Burns: Practice Thank Therapy. I had trouble with this Scripture: In everything you do give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians 5:18) I was having trouble with giving thanks for all circumstances. This should lead us to a sound prayer life. 26 I told You about my life, and You listened to me; teach me Your statutes. New American Bible Teach us to count our days aright, that we may gain wisdom of heart. She loves being outdoors and doing creative DIY projects. - For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? Peter makes one of those statements that remind us we dont know how much time is left. The Donner Party sent three men on horses ahead to find Hastings, but when they did, he would not come back and lead them. He has close to 2 million resources in print in 20 languages. Visit our most popular prayers if you are wondering how to pray or what to pray. "From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised.". I remember a time when excitability kept me from praying. What I remember is that as I looked through the list of things on the envelope: GivingWorship AttendanceBible Read DailyLesson StudiedContacts MadeI realized there was a lot more to being a Christian than just coming to church. Get the app. What made this wagon train different is that both James Reed and Jacob Donner had read a book, The Emigrants' Guide to Oregon and California, by a promoter named Lansford Hastings. How to Have Fun and Make Each Day Count: An Interview with Jim Burns, Surprising Stories of People Rescued and Changed: An Interview with Jim Cymbala and Ann Spangler, Which of The 7 Money Types Are You? My three brothers were all divorced in one year. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. Verses 28-30. Bio: Jim Burns is the president of HomeWord. We need, from time to time, to be reminded that we never know how much time we have left. These words define my days. Jim and his wife, Cathy, live in Southern California and have three grown daughters, Christy, Rebecca, and Heidi; two sons-in-law, Steve and Matt; and three grandchildren, James, Charlotte, and Huxley. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. Don't live. He gave manna to the Israelites in the desert, just enough for each day. On March 1, the second relief party arrived and discovered the grisly evidence of cannibalism. Both my parents were very hard workers. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. Baptist. Little did we know what a sacrifice that hour drive was for her after her long work day, because she did it with such joy. There are numerous physical lessons here, but we should cast it into spiritual terms to see how it might apply to our own lives. When did we ever see you sick or in prison and visit you?' To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. The most valuable lessons Ive learned about Gods heart came through observations of my moms life. I think all of us want to be happy, but so many of us are not. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. "Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation." Its in the daily ways of touching someones life with the love of God that amounts to great worth in heaven! Lets visit some verses that will guide us through our day. The lessons that can be pulled from this story are many: lessons on proper planning, being prepared, choosing leaders wisely, getting along with others, working as a team instead of against one another, kindness, forgiveness, faith, salvation, and the list goes on. If we want to be guided by him, then we learn his voice within the context of a relationship with him, which means we need to be in his Word. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless." (I Corinthians 15:58 NLT) They were 87 men, women, and children, without a guide or a map, over two weeks behind schedule, heading into the wilderness, desert, and mountains. That exercise alone gives me the right perspective for the day. Or thirsty and give you something to drink? Then you will not become spiritually dull and indifferent. Even though the Bible says in the command form of the language to build rest into our lives, we arent very good at it. Then I saw another one. We are called to "seek" after the things He wants us to seek. Verse of the Day. Dr. Jim Burns: I began a discipline of reading through the One Year Bible every year beginning in 1983. However, as I wrote those lessons on paper, along with some Bible verses that were life message Scriptures, I realized that these were the same principles that guided my marriage, my parenting, my vocation, and my relationship with God. 16making the most of every opportunity,(A) because the days are evil. So they began the grueling journey through the Wasatch Mountains. "And the King will say, `I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters,* you were doing it to me!'. The Bible is the source of my strength. What essentials do you consider foundational to meaningfully live your life? As they were praying I opened my eyes and looked at my leg. The teaching on the second coming of Jesus would be particularly meaningful to the suffering Christians Peter was writing to. Why? Philippians 3:14, Back in 1975, an American singer named Freddy Fender had a hit song called "Wasted Days and Wasted Nights," in which he bemoaned the fact that he was wasting time on the wrong girl. To the choirmaster. It's time to get intentional in making today count, because it does. Clyman told James Reed the route was barely passable on foot, and it would be impossible with wagons. And the number of verses always came out to be 31,102. P A friend once said to me, If the Devil cant make you bad, he will make you busy. He was so right. Or naked and give you clothing? Hearing the words you have cancer has a way of crystalizing in a person the most important principles for a life well lived. A Maskil of the Sons of Korah. The principle of thank therapy means that every day I write in my journal about 20 reasons why Im thankful. The blessing is in the seed.". What that daily ritual does for me is critically important for my spiritual life. Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? 4.1K views, 50 likes, 28 loves, 154 comments, 48 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from 7th District AME Church: Thursday Morning Opening Session (Hebrews 6:10-12CloseHebrews 6:10-12 Lamentations 3:22-23, And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed. Mark 1:35, O Lord, in the morning you hear my voice; in the morning I prepare a sacrifice for you and watch." Listing down tasks for the day also helps us see what our priorities are. 10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of Gods grace in its various forms. For less than $5/mo. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home.