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Pastor Charles Stilwell ULCM

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  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   You breathed the breath of life into me as you have with all people who have ever lived...   And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of l...
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  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
  • Sapphries

    The Shape Of Your Chrysalis Thursday, April 23, 2020 You may find yourself dealing with old habits and feeling stuck in them; thinking old thoughts or repeating ungodly or unhealthy behavior. But don’t conclude that that’s who you really are. Consider the butterfly. It starts...
  • Prophetic Word

    The Father says today, I am bringing heaven to earth in your life. I am the Father in heaven, and I am fathering heaven into you as the base state of favor and blessing that you walk around in. My lavish blessing is a seed brought forth and coming to maturity in your life. Engage My abundance with...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Son of the Living God Simon Peter answered and said, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:16   Jesus is the Son of the Living God. All false gods have no life in them. False gods don’t think or love; nor do they answer th...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Father God,   Without Jesus, I was lost.   With Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I am a Your child and You are my loving heavenly Father, my Good Shepherd, and my King.   You have given me life eternal and I am ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Simon Peter answered and said, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:16
  • Sapphries

    If Christians Were Like Revolutionaries Wednesday, April 22, 2020 The world is filled with revolutionaries who will do anything to reach their goal. But imagine if revolutionaries were like many believers – and gave up on changing the world because they didn’t feel appreciate...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Son Who Is Consecrated For Evermore For the law maketh men high priests which have infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was since the law, maketh the Son, who is consecrated forevermore. Hebrews 7:28   As an Intercessor, Jesus doesn&rsq...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily PrayerDear Lord God, Thank You for loving me so much that You sent Jesus to rescue me from my sins and from death. Thank You that Jesus is my Savior and Intercessor, praying for me and standing in my place before You when I sin and when I fall short of Your holiness.....
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus 1 Timothy 2:5
  • Sapphries

    The Power To Transcend Life Tuesday, April 21, 2020 In Hebrew when a plural word is used for a singular, it represents intensity. It denotes such great intensity that it can’t be put into one word. In the prophecy of Messiah’s death given in Isaiah 53, 700 years before the Me...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    The Father: One Father Then they said to Him (Jesus), "We were not born of fornication; we have one Father—God.” John 8:41   There is One Father—the God of the universe. No other god can compare to Him. He created all things; idols cannot make a...
  • Daily Prayers

    Dear Father-God,   You are my Heavenly Father, You created me, You saved me and You made me Your child.   You are the only true God...   No one is holy like the Lord, For there is none besides You, Nor is there any rock like our God. 1 S...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day No one is holy like the Lord, For there is none besides You, Nor is there any rock like our God. 1 Samuel 2:2
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    Dancing In The Bombed Out Ruins Monday, April 20, 2020 I know a Jewish believer in Israel who has a congregation that went through opposition. His congregation was firebombed and the sanctuary was destroyed. In the days after, they decided to hold their services in the bombed-out room, w...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Word of Life That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, concerning the Word of life. 1 John 1:1   Jesus is the Word of Life; His words...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Father in Heaven,   I know in my heart that Jesus is the Word of Life who gives eternal life.   I want to read Jesus' Words in My Bible.   I want to hear Jesus' words as I listen for his voice...   ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. John 10:27
  • Daily Prophetic Word

    I do not know who this is for but, The Father says today, your years of consistent defeat are at an end. Continual triumph and overcoming now burst out of the dry ground of dead religious experience. The limitlessness of My kingdom is now at your disposal. Angels are coming to your aid becaus...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Testimony of God And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know anything among you except for Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 1 Cor...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   You are clothed in majesty...   They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty— and I will meditate on your wonderful works. Psalm 145:5   Please focus my thoughts on You my ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty— and I will meditate on your wonderful works. Psalm 145:5
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    The Trinity: You Are The God Who Sees (El-Roi) She called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me . . . . Wherefore the well was called Beerlahairoi. Genesis 16:13-14   The Lord’s name is El Roi, the God who sees everything you do....
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord,   You are my Good Shepherd.   You watch over me.   You tend to the needs of my heart.   Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For Yo...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my hea...
  • Sapphries

    Your Calling Is Your Vocation Friday, April 17, 2020 When I told people at my high school reunion what I was doing, not one of them said, “I always knew you’d end up in ministry.” When I took the test in high school to tell me what my vocation should be – it never...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Triumphant Son of Man Then I turned to see the voice that spoke with me. And having turned I saw . . . One like the Son of Man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. Revelation 1:12-13   ...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear God of All Creation,   I rejoice in how You created me.   For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. Psalm 139:1   You created everything and You brought all li...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day ...for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. Nehemiah 8:10
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    The Corrupted Weights Of Our Culture Thursday, April 16, 2020 Proverbs 16:11 says “A just balance and scales belong to the LORD; All the weights of the bag are His concern.” The weights of the bag were the standard measures used on the scale. Proverbs 20:23 says, “Diffe...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Trustworthy Witness And from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness. Revelation 1:5 (NKJV)   Jesus is the Trustworthy Witness; He came to witness the message of the Father. You can trust Jesus, for He perfectly witnessed to the world what the Father wanted to b...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord Jesus,   Please give me the ability to be a true follower of You, as You taught us...   If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him, My Fath...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him, My Father will honor. John 12:26
  • Sapphries

    When The Devil Used Martin Luther Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Martin Luther did great things in trying to make the Bible more accessible. He first appealed to the Jews but later became embittered against them. He wrote: “concerning the Jews and their lies… their synagogues sho...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    The Holy Spirit: Showers that Water the Earth He shall come down like rain upon the grass before mowing, like showers that water the earth. Psalm 72:6   The Holy Spirit is like Showers That Water the Earth. He will come upon His people like the necessary showers...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Thank You for never forsaking me.   I know that others in my life will fail me, but You never fail...   Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal. ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal. Isaiah 26:4
  • Sapphries

    Moving To The Nectar Tuesday, April 14, 2020 Young honey bees stay in the hive while older bees bring back the nectar. As the bee matures, it starts going out to find the nectar for itself, from the source. In this, is a lesson about spiritual growth. When you’re young in the Lord,...
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    Jesus: Faithful and True Now I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and makes war. Revelation 19:11   Jesus is called Faithful and True. These names were no...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   You are unchanging.   And You are all-knowing.   You are faithful and true, the rock upon which I stand.   Thank You for Your rock-solid foundation for my life, my Lord Jesus Christ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock... Matthew 7:24
  • Sapphries

    The Missing Account In The Book Of Sanhedrin Monday, April 13, 2020 The Sanhedrin was the governing body that leveled the charge against the resurrection, that the disciples stole the body. The Sanhedrin was Israel’s court of law. Why then in all its history was there never a trial...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Only Wise God Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen. 1 Timothy 1:17   Jesus is the Only Wise God. Idols can’t speak and leaders of false religions don’t know anythi...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   I love to sing Your praise.   Thank You for Your everlasting love.   Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the fa...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Psalm 117:1-2
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    The Father: My Father My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and My Father are one. John 10:29-30   The Father has a special relationship with Jesus Christ: Jesus is ...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord Jesus,   I join with Christians all over the world today to celebrate your Glorious Resurrection on this Easter Sunday...   Christ the Lord is ris’n today, Alleluia! Sons of men and angels say, Alleluia! ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow. Isaiah 1:17
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    Jesus: The Prince of the Kings of the Earth And from Jesus Christ, . . . the prince of the kings of the earth. Revelation 1:5   Jesus is the Prince of the Kings of the Earth. A prince is one who is waiting for the throne that he will formally assume in the future. Je...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   My soul exalts You.   My Lord Jesus, I want to abide in You, Thank You for abiding in me...   Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in th...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in Me. John 15:4
  • Sapphries

    The Funeral Of Your Sins Friday, April 10, 2020 Hata‘ah is the Hebrew word used for the sacrifice that took away sin. The same word means sin. The sacrifice and the sin were called by the same name. It means that the sacrifice for sin became one with the sin it was taking up &ndash...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Righteous Judge Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give to me on that Day. 2 Timothy 4:8   Jesus is the Righteous Judge. When you come into future judgment, He will not punish yo...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   You fill and bless all areas of my life.   Even in the darkest parts of my heart, Your presence brings light, hope, and redemption.   Lord, protect me from the lies the enemy tells me. ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord; He is their help and their shield. Psalm 115:11
  • Sapphries

    Jeremiah 31 And Genetic Technology Thursday, April 9, 2020 For centuries, a prevalent doctrine in the church world taught that God was finished with the Jewish people, that all His blessings were transferred to the church, and Israel was left with nothing. It’s called replacement t...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    The Trinity: Almighty God (El Shaddai) The LORD appeared to Abram and said to him, "I am Almighty God [El Shaddai]; walk before Me and be blameless." Genesis 17:1   The Lord is Almighty God (El Shaddai), a name that carries two opposite ideas—sympathy and...
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  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Thank You for the trees and flowers that bud, blossom, and bloom in the sunshine.   I praise You for this season that brings new life.   Please bring new life and passion into my heart.  ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, And uphold me by Your generous Spirit. Psalm 51:12
  • Sapphries

    The Full Moon Of The Bridegroom Wednesday, April 8, 2020 The full moon marked key dates in the ancient Hebrew calendar. It was the fullness of the month that was considered the best time for a betrothal. And so in the Hebrew marriage was often at the time of the full moon that the groom ...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Only Begotten of the Father And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth. John 1:14   Jesus is the Only Begotten of the Father, which means He come...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Your perfect love for me "keeps no record of wrongs." 1 Corinthians 13:5   You have cleansed me of all my sins even though I am so undeserving.   Thank You for Your forgiveness.   ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Luke 6:37
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    Putting Yourself In The Bible Tuesday, April 7, 2020 When I was a child, my parents called me Johnny. They bought me a children’s book called “Johnny goes to Washington.” My Father wrote an inscription, noting that the boy had my name. So when I read that book, I could ...
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  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Light of the Glorious Gospel The god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not [the unsaved], lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 2 Corinthians 4:4   Jesus is...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   Thank You for being strong when I am weak.   I lift up to You the spiritual battles that I am facing right now.   Please shine Your truth to overcome the lies that I am hearing and believin...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore [I will] take up the whole armor ...
  • Sapphries

    The Blessing Of His Rod Monday, April 6, 2020 King David refers to the Lord as his Shepherd with a rod and a staff that comfort him. It’s comforting for sheep to know that the shepherd is able to defend them because there are wolves out there. But the rod and staff are not only for...
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    The Holy Spirit: The Finger of God Then the magicians said to Pharaoh, "This is the finger of God." But Pharaoh’s heart grew hard, and he did not heed them. Exodus 8:19   The Holy Spirit is the Finger of God. He is the One used by the Father and Son ...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Thank You for listening when I speak.   I know that You hear my prayers and that You will answer my prayers, as Jesus promised...   If you ask anything in My name, I will do it. John 14:14 ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. Psalm 145:18
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    Jesus: The Light of the Knowledge of the Glory of God For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6   Je...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   On this Palm Sunday, I join with Christians around the world to celebrate Jesus...   ...when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day ...when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: “Hosanna! ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord !’ John 12:12-13
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    Jesus: The Lion of the Tribe of Judah One of the elders said to me, "Do not weep. Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed to open the scroll and to loose its seven seals." Revelation 5:5   Jesus is the Lion of the ...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Thank You for creating this fruitful and beautiful earth.   I thank You for Your creation, the ecosystems and forests around the world, please help them to thrive and grow.   I ask that You instil...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Your faithfulness continues through all generations; you established the earth, and it endures. Psalm 119:90
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    The Woman On The Hill Friday, April 3, 2020 While in Nigeria on a mission trip, a group of us were walking by a river where there was a shrine to the goddess Oshun. The high priestess was watching us from a hill. It was obvious that she was in darkness. Someone from our group offered her...
  • Daily Scripture and Reflections

    The Father: Our Father in Heaven When you pray, say: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." Luke 11:2   You should pray, “Our Father in Heaven.” This is the phrase Je...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   You have called me to Your purposes.   Please ignite a passion in my heart for the work that You have given to me.   Please bring Your light into my home and bring Your significance also in...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love. Ephesians 5:1-2
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    King Sennacherib’s Lying Stone Thursday, April 2, 2020 In II Kings 19, Jerusalem is surrounded and held captive under the threat of annihilation from the Assyrian army. In ancient Assyrian tablets, King Sennacherib records: “and Hezekiah himself, I shut up in Jerusalem, his c...
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    Jesus: The Lord of Glory None of the rulers of this age knew; for had they known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 1 Corinthians 2:8   Jesus is the Lord of Glory. He left Heaven and its glories to be born as a babe in Bethlehem. Heaven was m...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Father God,   Your love knows no bound   Jesus entered the homes of sinners and placed His healing hands on those who were untouchable.   Your love redeems the broken ones and Your grace and mercy are unendin...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day I was in prison and you came to visit me..... The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Matthew 25:36-40
  • Sapphries

    THE RETURN: SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Wednesday, April 1, 2020   You may have heard, but I thought it was important to share this here among all our Hope of the World co-ministers and partners. I write of a most critical matter. In both The Harbinger and The Paradigm, I wrote of the...
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    Jesus: The Lord of Peace Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. 2 Thessalonians 3:16   Jesus is the Lord of Peace. As Lord, He is Master, so Jesus is the Master of peace. His nature is peace, so when He awoke in a boat in the middle of ...
  • Daily Prayers

    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord God,   Thank You for the protection and healing that You provide to me.   Please be the firm foundation for my life during this challenging season.   Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit and give me peac...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age. ...
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    The Treasure And The Pig Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Proverbs 11:22 says, “As a ring of gold in a pig’s nose, so is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.” The truth of this scripture applies to everyone. Your life is as a gold ring, it’s priceless because you’...
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    The Trinity: The Faithful God (El Emunah) Therefore know that the LORD your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments. Deuteronomy 7:9   The Lord is E...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father,   Thank You for Your Word, The Holy Bible, and for how it always points towards Your love for me and others.   I ask that You would release my mind from all distractions and fears today so that I can focus ...
  • Verse of the Day

    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8
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    Don’t Just Talk About Heaven Monday, March 30, 2020 We are commanded by the Messiah to preach the Gospel and the kingdom of heaven. However, our faith is not primarily about getting into heaven. It’s about heaven getting into us. Heaven is in us because God is in us. So it&rs...
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    Jesus: The Man Christ Jesus For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 2:5   Jesus was human because He was born of the virgin Mary. He is the Man Christ Jesus; therefore He understands your desires and dreams, and...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear God,   You are the one who provides all of my needs...   The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. Psalm 23:1   Thank You for all of the blessings You have given to me and to my family.  ...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Verse of the Day Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:21-23
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    Jesus: The Judge of the Living and the Dead And He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that it is He who was ordained by God to be the judge of the living and the dead. Acts 10:42   Jesus is the Judge of the Living and the Dead. This means that H...
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    Lighthouse Ministries Daily Prayer Dear Lord Jesus,   You came to set us free from darkness, pain and our sins.   Today I lift up the men, women, and children around the world who are enslaved in any way.   Lord, help each one to find freedom and j...