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[WalterandDebbie]

Wednesday 8-11-21 Elul 2, 5781 4th. day of the weekly cycle, 52nd. Summer Day

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today – Accessible to All

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today, Wednesday Message By (Our Daily Bread Ministries) By: Xochitl Dixon

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Topic: Accessible to All

Today’s Scripture: Matthew 7:13–14

Key Verse: Small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. – Matthew 7:14

Bible in a Year: Psalms 81–83; Romans 11:19–36

INSIGHT: Today’s passage (Matthew 7:13–14) begins the last section of the Sermon on the Mount. Over the centuries, these words of Jesus have become foundational, but when we slow down and absorb the imagery Jesus paints, we begin to feel their true weight. The words Jesus uses to describe the gates and roads (wide and broad/small and narrow) bring with them comfort and challenge. The first pair gives the hearer a sense of comfort and ease. There’s no challenge to crossing through a broad gate, and a wide path leaves plenty of room for exploration and wandering. Those who walk the wide path don’t need to focus or be deliberate. The small gate and narrow path, on the other hand, express intentionality. Choosing this door and path requires a choice and a focus on one’s actions.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message
From a manmade bridge on the small Caribbean island of Eleuthera, visitors can admire the stark contrast between the roiling dark blue waters of the Atlantic and the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Over time, storms washed away the original strip of land once marked by a natural stone arch. The glass window bridge that now serves as a tourist attraction on Eleuthera is known as “the narrowest place on earth.”

The Bible describes the road that leads to eternal life as narrow “and only a few find it” (Matthew 7:14). The gate is considered small because God the Son is the only bridge that can reconcile fallen man and God the Father through the power of the Holy Spirit (vv. 13–14; see John 10:7–9; 16:13). However, Scripture also says that believers from every people, nation, and societal rank can enter heaven and will bow before the King of Kings and worship together around His throne (Revelation 5:9). This phenomenal image of contrast and unity includes all of God’s beautifully diverse people.

Though we’re separated from God by our sin, every person God created is invited to enter eternity in heaven by walking this narrow path of reconciliation through a personal relationship with Christ. His sacrifice on the cross, resurrection from the tomb, and ascension to heaven is the good news, accessible to all and worth sharing today and every day.

Reflect & Pray
How did you respond after hearing the good news? How can you be more intentional about sharing it with others?

God the Father, please empower me through Your Holy Spirit so I can show others the accessible path that leads to Your approachable Son, Jesus.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message. Our Daily Bread Ministries (ODB) is a Christian organization founded by Dr. Martin De Haan in 1938. It is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with over 600 employees. It produces several devotional publications, including Our Daily Bread.

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Love always, Walter and Debbie

 

[Raccoon1010]

Wednesday 8-11-21 Elul 2, 5781 4th. day of the weekly cycle, 52nd. Summer Day

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today – Accessible to All

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today, Wednesday Message By (Our Daily Bread Ministries) By: Xochitl Dixon

Click To Read Previous ODB Ministries Devotional Message

Topic: Accessible to All

Today’s Scripture: Matthew 7:13–14

Key Verse: Small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. – Matthew 7:14

Bible in a Year: Psalms 81–83; Romans 11:19–36

INSIGHT: Today’s passage (Matthew 7:13–14) begins the last section of the Sermon on the Mount. Over the centuries, these words of Jesus have become foundational, but when we slow down and absorb the imagery Jesus paints, we begin to feel their true weight. The words Jesus uses to describe the gates and roads (wide and broad/small and narrow) bring with them comfort and challenge. The first pair gives the hearer a sense of comfort and ease. There’s no challenge to crossing through a broad gate, and a wide path leaves plenty of room for exploration and wandering. Those who walk the wide path don’t need to focus or be deliberate. The small gate and narrow path, on the other hand, express intentionality. Choosing this door and path requires a choice and a focus on one’s actions.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message
From a manmade bridge on the small Caribbean island of Eleuthera, visitors can admire the stark contrast between the roiling dark blue waters of the Atlantic and the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Over time, storms washed away the original strip of land once marked by a natural stone arch. The glass window bridge that now serves as a tourist attraction on Eleuthera is known as “the narrowest place on earth.”

The Bible describes the road that leads to eternal life as narrow “and only a few find it” (Matthew 7:14). The gate is considered small because God the Son is the only bridge that can reconcile fallen man and God the Father through the power of the Holy Spirit (vv. 13–14; see John 10:7–9; 16:13). However, Scripture also says that believers from every people, nation, and societal rank can enter heaven and will bow before the King of Kings and worship together around His throne (Revelation 5:9). This phenomenal image of contrast and unity includes all of God’s beautifully diverse people.

Though we’re separated from God by our sin, every person God created is invited to enter eternity in heaven by walking this narrow path of reconciliation through a personal relationship with Christ. His sacrifice on the cross, resurrection from the tomb, and ascension to heaven is the good news, accessible to all and worth sharing today and every day.

Reflect & Pray
How did you respond after hearing the good news? How can you be more intentional about sharing it with others?

God the Father, please empower me through Your Holy Spirit so I can show others the accessible path that leads to Your approachable Son, Jesus.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message. Our Daily Bread Ministries (ODB) is a Christian organization founded by Dr. Martin De Haan in 1938. It is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with over 600 employees. It produces several devotional publications, including Our Daily Bread.

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Love always, Walter and Debbie

I like how this focuses on walking with Christ and obeying his counsel. I also like how it emphasizes the Holy Spirit in sharing and redemptive powers. I'm still working on my walk and trying to improve. And I recognize the power of the Holy Spirit and desire his love and peace and joy very much.

 

[WalterandDebbie]

I like how this focuses on walking with Christ and obeying his counsel. I also like how it emphasizes the Holy Spirit in sharing and redemptive powers. I'm still working on my walk and trying to improve. And I recognize the power of the Holy Spirit and desire his love and peace and joy very much.

Amen! :):)

Love, Walter and Debbie

 

[Mayflower]

Wednesday 8-11-21 Elul 2, 5781 4th. day of the weekly cycle, 52nd. Summer Day

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today – Accessible to All

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today, Wednesday Message By (Our Daily Bread Ministries) By: Xochitl Dixon

Click To Read Previous ODB Ministries Devotional Message

Topic: Accessible to All

Today’s Scripture: Matthew 7:13–14

Key Verse: Small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. – Matthew 7:14

Bible in a Year: Psalms 81–83; Romans 11:19–36

INSIGHT: Today’s passage (Matthew 7:13–14) begins the last section of the Sermon on the Mount. Over the centuries, these words of Jesus have become foundational, but when we slow down and absorb the imagery Jesus paints, we begin to feel their true weight. The words Jesus uses to describe the gates and roads (wide and broad/small and narrow) bring with them comfort and challenge. The first pair gives the hearer a sense of comfort and ease. There’s no challenge to crossing through a broad gate, and a wide path leaves plenty of room for exploration and wandering. Those who walk the wide path don’t need to focus or be deliberate. The small gate and narrow path, on the other hand, express intentionality. Choosing this door and path requires a choice and a focus on one’s actions.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message
From a manmade bridge on the small Caribbean island of Eleuthera, visitors can admire the stark contrast between the roiling dark blue waters of the Atlantic and the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Over time, storms washed away the original strip of land once marked by a natural stone arch. The glass window bridge that now serves as a tourist attraction on Eleuthera is known as “the narrowest place on earth.”

The Bible describes the road that leads to eternal life as narrow “and only a few find it” (Matthew 7:14). The gate is considered small because God the Son is the only bridge that can reconcile fallen man and God the Father through the power of the Holy Spirit (vv. 13–14; see John 10:7–9; 16:13). However, Scripture also says that believers from every people, nation, and societal rank can enter heaven and will bow before the King of Kings and worship together around His throne (Revelation 5:9). This phenomenal image of contrast and unity includes all of God’s beautifully diverse people.

Though we’re separated from God by our sin, every person God created is invited to enter eternity in heaven by walking this narrow path of reconciliation through a personal relationship with Christ. His sacrifice on the cross, resurrection from the tomb, and ascension to heaven is the good news, accessible to all and worth sharing today and every day.

Reflect & Pray
How did you respond after hearing the good news? How can you be more intentional about sharing it with others?

God the Father, please empower me through Your Holy Spirit so I can show others the accessible path that leads to Your approachable Son, Jesus.

Our Daily Bread 11th August 2021 Devotional Today Message. Our Daily Bread Ministries (ODB) is a Christian organization founded by Dr. Martin De Haan in 1938. It is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with over 600 employees. It produces several devotional publications, including Our Daily Bread.

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Love always, Walter and Debbie

I sometimes read this verse and think, "great. I lose everything and can hardly find anything." I believe I have found the narrow way though. I believe in Christ I am eternally secure... Growing up, I believed osas, and I have got confused since then what scripture points too. What I do know is Jesus Christ is the way, Truth, and the life (John 14:6). He is the narrow way. So I follow Him. So I kick away theology and I just focus on following Him, because He died on the cross for me, He defines true repentance as like Zaccheus, and salvation as a gift from my Father. People do not go to Hell for their sin, but for rejection for the payment for their sin. It is so simple. I think people miss that. Just accept the gift... Being spiritually minded/kingdom minded is life. So why not live that way? There is such a battle going on for everyones' souls. Tell the good news. Get it out there. Jesus died on the cross for our sins, so that we can have eternal life. He rose again proving He is God. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16. Without Jesus, there is no hope for eternal life. None. Do not look to the left or the right. On the stormy waters, just walk towards Him.

 

[Mayflower]

I think I can be more intentional sharing with others through these outreaches at my church. It is one of the things I am so excited about here. I cannot always go, but it does provide intentional face to face opportunity to witness with others. I work at a Christian preschool. One to five year olds can be showered with love. I try to be intentional with my time. I could reach out to parents more also. I am just a bit more shy as to how. I try to be intentional at home also with my kids. Otherwise online, I believe I do better then in the past... I still get sidetracked by things, but get back on track often. Posting scriptures and music is a way to not only share the Good news, but it is such an encouragement to me too. I think when we share the gospel as we are supposed too, then we also feel encouraged as Christians.

 

[farouk]

I think I can be more intentional sharing with others through these outreaches at my church. It is one of the things I am so excited about here. I cannot always go, but it does provide intentional face to face opportunity to witness with others. I work at a Christian preschool. One to five year olds can be showered with love. I try to be intentional with my time. I could reach out to parents more also. I am just a bit more shy as to how. I try to be intentional at home also with my kids. Otherwise online, I believe I do better then in the past... I still get sidetracked by things, but get back on track often. Posting scriptures and music is a way to not only share the Good news, but it is such an encouragement to me too. I think when we share the gospel as we are supposed too, then we also feel encouraged as Christians.

@Mayflower Excellent point, yes; we can encourage and be encouraged by it.

 

[WalterandDebbie]

I sometimes read this verse and think, "great. I lose everything and can hardly find anything." I believe I have found the narrow way though. I believe in Christ I am eternally secure... Growing up, I believed osas, and I have got confused since then what scripture points too. What I do know is Jesus Christ is the way, Truth, and the life (John 14:6). He is the narrow way. So I follow Him. So I kick away theology and I just focus on following Him, because He died on the cross for me, He defines true repentance as like Zaccheus, and salvation as a gift from my Father. People do not go to Hell for their sin, but for rejection for the payment for their sin. It is so simple. I think people miss that. Just accept the gift... Being spiritually minded/kingdom minded is life. So why not live that way? There is such a battle going on for everyones' souls. Tell the good news. Get it out there. Jesus died on the cross for our sins, so that we can have eternal life. He rose again proving He is God. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16. Without Jesus, there is no hope for eternal life. None. Do not look to the left or the right. On the stormy waters, just walk towards Him.

Amen! Thank you. :):)

Love always, Walter and Debbie