A SIMPLE KEY TO SUCCESS!

 

Friday, July 10, 2026

 

A SIMPLE KEY TO SUCCESS!

 

Josh 1:8

8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

 

          Success is universally desired so why is there so much failure? Perhaps it’s because many do not have the key that unlocks success in so many ventures. In our text above, The Lord gives Joshua a golden key to success as he leads Israel after the death of Moses. This key is the Bible.

 

          Read it! In fact, the clear indication is that it should be read aloud! God says that “it shall not depart out of thy mouth.” When we read out loud the words enter the eye gate, swirl around the mind, exit the mouth and then re-enter through the ear gate and lodge in the mind.

 

          Meditate! Quietly contemplate the spiritual truths presented when you read the Word of God. Mull it over until it makes sense and forms a plan of action for the day – or night.

 

          Do! Act on the wise instructions found in the Law of God. There are 31 chapters in the book of Proverbs. You can read one chapter every day and finish the book within a month. Plan your day, your job, your home, and your life by these instructions.

 

          Prosper! Watch God produce gains because of your wise obedience to His Word. 1 Sam 2:30 says: “them that honor me I will honor.”

 

          Succeed! Give your plans to the God you are honoring. Success is the Hebrew word sakal and simply means “to make intelligent decisions.” Now that you have that golden key, go find some locks!

 

Dear Lord, let me quietly contemplate the truths of your Word. Let me act upon the wise counsel you give. AMEN

 

A SONG FOR THE BURDENED HEART!

 

Thursday, July 9, 2026

 

A SONG FOR THE BURDENED HEART!

 

Ps 61:1-4

1 Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. 4 I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

 

          I often sense the burdens that others are carrying. It is a part of the shepherd’s assignment and can’t be denied though I try. Sometimes I can help but often I feel somewhat helpless. It can be overwhelming to deal with the overwhelmed.

 

          The word “overwhelmed” is from a word that means “to cover over” like a thick blanket. There is darkness, confusion, and a heavy weight that covers and conceals the victim.

 

          David needed a rock or military high ground. He needed to be able to see far and clearly. He needed to be safe from trouble. He needed peace, safety, and comfort. That rock is Christ (1 Cor. 10:4).

 

          Jesus promised, in John 14:18, “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” The word “comfortless” is the Greek orphanos and means “to be orphaned.”

 

Dear Rock of my Salvation, thank you for not leaving me and orphan. Thank you for safety, peace, and comfort. AMEN

 

HOW TO MAKE A GODLY DECISION!

 

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

 

HOW TO MAKE A GODLY DECISION!

 

Pro 2:11 Discretion will watch over you, Understanding and discernment will guard you, 

Pro 2:12 To keep you from the way of evil and the evil man, From the man who speaks perverse things; 

Pro 2:13 From those who leave the paths of uprightness To walk in the ways of darkness; [Amplified Bible]

 

          Consider the consequences. Remember that decisions produce consequences. Often the consequences define the decision as either wise or foolish. That is why it is essential to consider the consequences first.

 

          Check the record. Is there a parallel in Scripture? Many issues we are forced to deal with daily are not mentioned specifically in Scripture. Complicated situations arise, and there seems to be no biblical parallel to use as a guide. In these situations, we are to turn to wisdom. We are to ask, "What is the wise thing to do?"

 

          Move to the center! Try to get as close to the center of God’s will and wisdom as possible. Don’t play around the edge. In other words, do what you absolutely know to be right. Don’t dabble in questionable actions and decisions.

 

          Watch for warnings! If it doesn’t “feel right” it probably isn’t. God has given us the Holy Spirit to “guide us into all truth” (John 16:13). Don’t ignore His warnings.

 

          Ask: “How would this look on the front page?” Warren Buffet says that he can afford to lose money, but he can’t afford to lose his reputation. My momma said: “If you stir in it, you’ll get it on you!” To put it another way, always dress your decisions in your Sunday best and don’t play in the mud.

 

          Wisdom, as described in Proverbs, is like a spiritual sixth sense. It enables you to evaluate circumstances and people and make the right decisions in life. -Warren Wiersbe

 

Dear Lord, today I will be presented with many opportunities to choose. Guide me into godly choices. AMEN