Daily View Devotion Bill Brinkworth 11/12/22
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November 12, 2022
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| Daily View Daily Devotion The intent of this publication is to provide daily encouragement and to biblically educate the child of God. Feeding on truths from God’s Word will strengthen and help believers. (Only the KJV is used!) Some of the articles are repeated for two days, but there is always something new in the posting. Please, scroll down and check. Daily Devotion in II Corinthians 12 Don’t have time to stop and read the devotions? then HEAR the Devotion.HEAR the DAILY VIEW devotion on WLVF (after the 6 AM news). Did you know that the Daily View Devotions are available at http://www.devotionsfromthebible.com/dvblog/ where there is a translating module to translate all into over 100+ different languages. Printable copies of all devotions can be printed from https://openthoumineeyes.com/blog/Daily_View.html. Daily Nugget:Paul was a man greatly used by God. With God’s helping hand, the evangelist survived shipwrecks, beatings, persecutions, imprisonments, and other ill-treatment. With His miraculous leadership, the minister for Christ was used in healings, revivals, and many miracles. However, as used by God as he was, Paul still had a personal aliment (II Corinthians 12:7).“And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.” II Corinthians 12:7 Commentators have strained at attempting to name Paul’s “thorn in the flesh.” God has chosen not to make it obvious to us what it was. No matter what the ailment was, Paul made it clear that he had an infirmity. Three times, the preacher pleaded with God to remove the malady from him (II Corinthians 12:8). God’s answer was, “… My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness …” (II Corinthians 12:9). Here was a man who had seen glorious things in the third Heaven (II Corinthians 12:2-4). The preacher had been delivered from many horrible things, yet God allowed Paul to experience this physical problem. God could have easily healed his body, but his answer was that God’s grace was enough for him to live with the problem and that Paul’s infirmity would be a vehicle to make him spiritually stronger. If God allowed one of His great spiritual warriors to face such a battle, we too should not be surprised if we face health or other problems. As with most trials, we can do one of two things when going through testing. We can either shake our fist at God and be angry with Him, which is not the wise thing to do when we need Him the most, or get close to Him and rely on Him to get us through the struggle. Paul chose not to be foolish and get angry at God. He decided if God allowed him to go through the problem, he would have a good attitude about it (II Corinthians 12:10) and give God the glory. In doing so, Paul learned what God wanted him to know. He realized that when he was weak, he was the strongest through God’s help (II Corinthians 12:10)! Today’s Thought: “Some cry, ‘Why me’ when they go through a trial. My question to them is, ‘Why wouldn’t it be you? Are you something special that you shouldn’t have problems or sicknesses?’” Words to Understand:Bewail: saddened; broken-heartedGuile: cunningLasciviousness: lustfulness; morally filthy Today’s Reading:II Corinthians 121 It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven.3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;)4 How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.5 Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.6 For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me.7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.11 ¶ I am become a fool in glorying; ye have compelled me: for I ought to have been commended of you: for in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I be nothing.12 Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds.13 For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong.14 Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours, but you: for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children.15 And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.16 But be it so, I did not burden you: nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile.17 Did I make a gain of you by any of them whom I sent unto you?18 I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. Did Titus make a gain of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps?19 Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying.20 For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest there be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults:21 And lest, when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already, and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed.— Bill Brinkworth More Than A NosefulThe people of Israel had just been taught a terrible lesson about their complaining (Numbers 11). God was angered and sent a fire to consume many because of their squawking. Many perished until Moses’ prayers stopped God’s wrath that had killed many. Did they learn from this lesson? No! It was not long after, that again they grumbled about what they used to have. Some non-Jews may have started complaining about what they used to eat. Soon all were lusting for the good old days when they had eaten differently; when they had eaten cucumbers, melons, onions, and garlic. “Now,” they bemoaned, “all we have to eat is this manna!” Manna was the food of angels that God daily rained down on the earth to feed over a million of Jewish travelers, as they were led by God through the wilderness. It meant nothing to them that just enough appeared in the morning for everyone. They had to trust God every day for His “daily bread.” If the Hebrews tried to save some for the next day (in case God forgot about them and failed to remember to feed them, perhaps) it would stink and be covered with worms. On Friday, however, they could save two days’ worth of food, so they would not have to work on the Sabbath. It was evident that this daily food was a miracle from God, yet they still muttered against it and were not content. Their fussing twisted their memories to remember only the good from which God delivered them. They forgot about their bondage, lack of religious freedom, pain, suffering, and death they had suffered for many years before God freed them from Egypt. Even Moses may have been caught up in the discontentment that spread through the camp like a plague. No one was happy. They were not content with what God had done for them, and God was angered. Again, their gracious Heavenly Father had to teach them a lesson. After their cries and complaints, he gave them different food for which they had lusted. In from the seas, (which is one place a hunter knows never to look for “chicken- dinners”) flew in enough quail to last them a month. Then all the flying meals dropped dead, so the complainers could pick their fill of meat suppers. God said they would have enough for a whole month; “… until it came out at your nostrils…” So they ate and ate, and then God killed them. While the flesh was still between their teeth, the Lord smote them with a very great plague. Their dissatisfaction, complaining, and lust killed them. They did not get away with their sin, and their obtaining what they wanted did not quench their discontentment, nor change the fact that they had sinned. Today, the sin of discontentment with what God has allowed us to have still looms over many lives. Although it may not directly result in death as it did to those that lusted at Kibroth-hattaavah (“Graves of the Longing”), it still does much damage. Folks that are never satisfied with what God has given them or allowed them to experience are never fulfilled. They are always wanting more. They never find peace or happiness. Many times they go from job to job, spouse to spouse, or friend to friend. They spend their whole life trying to fill the emptiness that their lust has created, and they are never fulfilled. Often, they become so busy searching for something “more”, that they miss their purpose in life. Instead of using the gifts and abilities God has blessed them with, they waste their time looking for something else, or trying to obtain what God has given to others. As God was angry with the discontentment of those of Israel; so too, He can be angry with those of today for the same sin. Be grateful for what God has given you, and be happy with who you are. God has created each of us differently to accomplish the different tasks that He wants done during our lifetime. Do not complain. It may anger God, and you may get exactly what you requested. You may get so much that you get sick of it. You may get more than a nose full! “Fault-finding is easy. No talent, no self-denial, no brains, nor is character required to grumble and criticize.” — Bill Brinkworth Have you always wanted to read “The Revelation”? Using A Spoonful of Revelation you can read it now and get a basic understanding of what it teaches. Read this devotional and understand the future of the world according to God’s own Words?” Download your copy today. Download your copy at https://openthoumineeyes.com/devotional/Devotional.html#Revelation Have you always wanted to read “Hebrews”? By using A Spoonful of Hebrews you can read it now and get a basic understanding of what it teaches. Order the download today, so you can start reading and learning now! Download your copy fromhttps://openthoumineeyes.com/devotional/Devotional.html#Hebrews Old Testament Puzzles & Activities This booklet’s wordsearches, simple crossword puzzles, and assorted activites are designed to reinforce biblical knowledge. They can be used by individuals who enjoy puzzles and are also ideal for a Sunday school, vacation Bible school, homeschool, Christian school, or any Bible teaching situation where students (third grade and higher), can be encouraged to learn more about the Word of God. Download your printable copy from https://openthoumineeyes.com/devotional/Devotional.html#Puzzles * Does your ministry use the free, weekly BIBLE VIEW? Use it as a bulletin insert, ministry handout, or the LARGE print version for those with vision problems or a nursing home ministry. This week’s Bible View’s theme is “Enduring.” Read the articles “Not Much Has Changed!” “I Won’t,” “What Did They Do?” at https://openthoumineeyes.com/views22/EmailVersion/BibleView883Email.pdf Mobile devices can best see the BIBLE VIEW https://www.thebibleview.com/2022/the-bible-view-883-enduring/Hard copies (FREE Church bulletin insert, LARGE PRINT, and e-mail versions) of this Bible View can be printed from https://openthoumineeyes.com/newsletters.html. Last week’s Bible View’s theme was “Reaping What Was Sown.” Read the articles “What Did You Expect?” “Poor Taste in Clothes,” “The Crossroads,” “The Stone Inside” at https://openthoumineeyes.com/views22/EmailVersion/BibleView882Email.pdf Mobile devices can best see the BIBLE VIEW https://www.thebibleview.com/2022/the-bible-view-881-our-heritage/Hard copies (FREE Church bulletin insert, LARGE PRINT, and e-mail versions) of this Bible View can be printed from https://openthoumineeyes.com/newsletters.html. Mini Sermon:“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” II Corinthians 12:9 All go through hardships sometimes. During those times, most find themselves asking for God’s help more than at other times. Although a remedy for the situation is often sought, sometimes an apparent answer does not come. We wonder, “Why is there no answer?” We may not get the solution we expect, but we receive the strength to continue. During those times God’s unseen hand of kindness may still be upon us. We may not see what He is doing, but He is still there. Often, just the fact that we get through the trial is a sign that His grace is sufficient. Prayer Requests: The Rodriguezs thank all for praying that Dennis would get an appointment to do another procedure to rid another large kidney stone. It will be done on Nov. 14, around 2 P. M. Please continue to pray!Pray for Connee Burton’s brother, Roger, whose cancer has returned. He is also dealing with severe pain and a fractured collarbone that is not healing. Pray for the needs of others as if they were your own. There may be a time that you will want others to pray fervently for your situation.“Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. 20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:19-20Send prayer requests to brinkworth@frontier.com The Way to PraySam Foss“The proper way for a man to pray,”Said Deacon Lemuel Keyes,“And the only proper attitudeIs down upon his knees.” “No, I should say the way to pray,”Said Reverend Mr. Wise,“Is standing straight with outstretched arms,And solemn, upturned eyes.” “Oh, no, no, no,” said Elder Show,“Such posture is too proud;A man should pray with eyes fast closedAnd head contritely bowed.” “It seems to me his hands should beSerenely clasped in front,With both thumbs pointing to the ground,”Said Reverend Mr. Blunt. “Last year I fell in Hodgkin’s wellHead first,” said Seaman Brown,“With both my feet a-stickin’ upAnd my head a-pointin’ down; “And I prayed hard, right then and there,Best prayer I ever said;The prayin’est prayer I ever prayedWas standin’ on my head.” “When thou prayest, rather let thy heart be without words than thy words without heart.” — Bunyan Wise Words:“Pray without ceasing because Satan is preying without ceasing.” — Author Unknown Make sure your students know the basics taught in the Bible. The beautifully typeset curriculum is downloaded onto your computer when purchased. The 92 pages are designed to fit on standard 8 1/2″ by 11″ paper. You do not have to buy a copy for each student. Download your copy at https://openthoumineeyes.com/devotional/Devotional.html#Basics This booklet has 53 verse coloring sheets, one for each week of the year (and one extra), that reinforce the learning of many of the most popular verses in the King James Bible. I am providing this for others that have found themselves in the predicament that they could not find additional resources to use in their Sunday school classroom, in a homeschool or Christian school environment, or for their own benefit. Download your printable copy from https://openthoumineeyes.com/devotional/Devotional.html#Color This booklet’s word searches are designed to reinforce biblical knowowledge. 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