• Isaiah
    Chapter 58

    1 Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins.

    2 Yet they seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, as a nation that did righteousness, and forsook not the ordinance of their God: they ask of me the ordinances of justice; they take delight in approaching to God.

    3 Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou seest not? wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou takest no knowledge? Behold, in the day of your fast ye find pleasure, and exact all your labours.

    4 Behold, ye fast for strife and debate, and to smite with the fist of wickedness: ye shall not fast as ye do this day, to make your voice to be heard on high.

    5 Is it such a fast that I have chosen? a day for a man to afflict his soul? is it to bow down his head as a bulrush, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him? wilt thou call this a fast, and an acceptable day to the LORD?

    6 Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke?

    7 Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh?

    8 Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rereward.

    9 Then shalt thou call, and the LORD shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am. If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity;

    10 And if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul; then shall thy light rise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noonday:

    11 And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not.

    12 And they that shall be of thee shall build the old waste places: thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations; and thou shalt be called, The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in.

    13 If thou turn away thy foot from the sabbath, from doing thy pleasure on my holy day; and call the sabbath a delight, the holy of the LORD, honourable; and shalt honour him, not doing thine own ways, nor finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words:

    14 Then shalt thou delight thyself in the LORD; and I will cause thee to ride upon the high places of the earth, and feed thee with the heritage of Jacob thy father: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it.
    Isaiah Chapter 58 1 Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins. 2 Yet they seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, as a nation that did righteousness, and forsook not the ordinance of their God: they ask of me the ordinances of justice; they take delight in approaching to God. 3 Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou seest not? wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou takest no knowledge? Behold, in the day of your fast ye find pleasure, and exact all your labours. 4 Behold, ye fast for strife and debate, and to smite with the fist of wickedness: ye shall not fast as ye do this day, to make your voice to be heard on high. 5 Is it such a fast that I have chosen? a day for a man to afflict his soul? is it to bow down his head as a bulrush, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him? wilt thou call this a fast, and an acceptable day to the LORD? 6 Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke? 7 Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh? 8 Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rereward. 9 Then shalt thou call, and the LORD shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am. If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity; 10 And if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul; then shall thy light rise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noonday: 11 And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not. 12 And they that shall be of thee shall build the old waste places: thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations; and thou shalt be called, The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in. 13 If thou turn away thy foot from the sabbath, from doing thy pleasure on my holy day; and call the sabbath a delight, the holy of the LORD, honourable; and shalt honour him, not doing thine own ways, nor finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words: 14 Then shalt thou delight thyself in the LORD; and I will cause thee to ride upon the high places of the earth, and feed thee with the heritage of Jacob thy father: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it.
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  • #Money #Finances
    US Blockade Of #Venezuela Triggers New Spike In #Silver Price! https://www.infowars.com/posts/breaking-us-blockade-of-venezuela-triggers-new-spike-in-silver-price
    #Money #Finances US Blockade Of #Venezuela Triggers New Spike In #Silver Price! https://www.infowars.com/posts/breaking-us-blockade-of-venezuela-triggers-new-spike-in-silver-price
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  • #Infowars - #Military #Veteran Goes On EPIC RANT After #Ohio #Somalis Freak Out On Journalist & Declare “America Will Become A #Muslim Country” https://www.infowars.com/posts/watch-military-veteran-goes-on-epic-rant-after-ohio-somalis-freak-out-on-journalist-declare-america-will-become-a-muslim-country
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  • David Knight, who I host on #Radio America USA - The #DrugWar Becomes #Global Piracy - https://rumble.com/v73x39o-mon-episode-2172-the-drug-war-becomes-global-piracy.html
    David Knight, who I host on #Radio America USA - The #DrugWar Becomes #Global Piracy - https://rumble.com/v73x39o-mon-episode-2172-the-drug-war-becomes-global-piracy.html
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  • Dangerous indeed!
    Just consider the last "planneddemic"!
    How many people died or were maimed for life because of that idiocy?
    People who were not doctors (politicians and executives) and had ZERO medical experience basically sentenced millions of people to die or be permanently disabled!

    "The Ninth Circuit held that due to a legal principle known as rational basis review, judges don’t need to consider whether a mandated medical intervention actually prevents disease as long as the government policy is rational. According to the ruling, as long as politicians and executive officials could have believed a medical intervention serves public health, the courts need not become involved.

    The plaintiffs warn this reasoning is unprecedented—and dangerous."

    https://healthfreedomdefense.org/lawsuit-urges-supreme-court-to-review-ruling-that-allows-limitless-state-power-under-the-guise-of-public-health/
    Dangerous indeed! Just consider the last "planneddemic"! How many people died or were maimed for life because of that idiocy? People who were not doctors (politicians and executives) and had ZERO medical experience basically sentenced millions of people to die or be permanently disabled! "The Ninth Circuit held that due to a legal principle known as rational basis review, judges don’t need to consider whether a mandated medical intervention actually prevents disease as long as the government policy is rational. According to the ruling, as long as politicians and executive officials could have believed a medical intervention serves public health, the courts need not become involved. The plaintiffs warn this reasoning is unprecedented—and dangerous." https://healthfreedomdefense.org/lawsuit-urges-supreme-court-to-review-ruling-that-allows-limitless-state-power-under-the-guise-of-public-health/
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  • "Benjamin Netanyahu praises the U.S. military’s “perfect” operation in Venezuela, saying it is already driving Latin American countries toward full ties with Israel.

    “We commend President Trump’s decision and salute.”

    "We appreciate that.""

    https://x.com/ShadowofEzra/status/2008565403984032243
    "Benjamin Netanyahu praises the U.S. military’s “perfect” operation in Venezuela, saying it is already driving Latin American countries toward full ties with Israel. “We commend President Trump’s decision and salute.” "We appreciate that."" https://x.com/ShadowofEzra/status/2008565403984032243
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  • EXTRA Femme Collection Size 1 Dress Used
    $90
    In stock
    Lincoln, IL
    FOR SALE: EXTRA Femme Collection Size 1. This is a beautiful black vintage floral dress. With a flattering off-the-shoulder neckline and short sleeves, with a zip closure for easy wear. Its short length and sheath style make it perfect for any season. Made of cotton blend material. Its flower theme adds a touch of elegance and femininity, making it a great addition to any wardrobe. Cute and stylish dress from the EXTRA Femme Collection!

    The dress is machine washable and has a slimming effect. Wires or plastic (feels more like plastic) down the front inside, also in the back. Where you see the lines in the front at bosom also the lines in the back. Built in liner. Excellent vintage condition, no flaws, ready to wear! Please VIEW the pictures for measurements and details.  Very small slit in back lower edge of dress.

    Measurements are taken from flat lay

    Will be shipped in an eBay plastic envelope.

    I ACCEPT: CASH APP, CASH IF YOU ARE PICKING UP, OR BANK MONEY ORDER.

    SHIPPING: BUYER PAYS, YOU WILL RECEIVE A TRACKING ORDER NUMBER.

    THE LAST TIME I SHIPPED, THERE WAS INSURANCE THAT COVERS THE PACKAGE.
    IF YOU PURCHASE BREAKABLES, YOU MAY WANT TO ADD EXTRA INSURANCE. IF THAT HAS CHANGED.

    PLEASE VIEW ALL PICTURES BEFORE PURCHASING. THERE ARE NO RETURNS.

    Thank you for viewing my items.

    CROSS POSTED
    FOR SALE: EXTRA Femme Collection Size 1. This is a beautiful black vintage floral dress. With a flattering off-the-shoulder neckline and short sleeves, with a zip closure for easy wear. Its short length and sheath style make it perfect for any season. Made of cotton blend material. Its flower theme adds a touch of elegance and femininity, making it a great addition to any wardrobe. Cute and stylish dress from the EXTRA Femme Collection! The dress is machine washable and has a slimming effect. Wires or plastic (feels more like plastic) down the front inside, also in the back. Where you see the lines in the front at bosom also the lines in the back. Built in liner. Excellent vintage condition, no flaws, ready to wear! Please VIEW the pictures for measurements and details.  Very small slit in back lower edge of dress. Measurements are taken from flat lay Will be shipped in an eBay plastic envelope. I ACCEPT: CASH APP, CASH IF YOU ARE PICKING UP, OR BANK MONEY ORDER. SHIPPING: BUYER PAYS, YOU WILL RECEIVE A TRACKING ORDER NUMBER. THE LAST TIME I SHIPPED, THERE WAS INSURANCE THAT COVERS THE PACKAGE. IF YOU PURCHASE BREAKABLES, YOU MAY WANT TO ADD EXTRA INSURANCE. IF THAT HAS CHANGED. PLEASE VIEW ALL PICTURES BEFORE PURCHASING. THERE ARE NO RETURNS. Thank you for viewing my items. CROSS POSTED
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  • #AlexJones #Infowars - Intel Experts Believe #Cuba Intelligence May Have Been Holding #NicolásMaduro Hostage & #DonaldTrump’s Raid Was Really A Rescue Mission So #Maduro Can Turn State’s Evidence Against #Democrat #DeepState https://www.infowars.com/posts/breaking-exclusive-intel-experts-believe-cuban-intelligence-may-have-been-holding-nicolas-maduro-hostage-trumps-raid-was-really-a-rescue-mission-so-maduro-can-turn-states-evidence-against-demo
    #AlexJones #Infowars - Intel Experts Believe #Cuba Intelligence May Have Been Holding #NicolásMaduro Hostage & #DonaldTrump’s Raid Was Really A Rescue Mission So #Maduro Can Turn State’s Evidence Against #Democrat #DeepState https://www.infowars.com/posts/breaking-exclusive-intel-experts-believe-cuban-intelligence-may-have-been-holding-nicolas-maduro-hostage-trumps-raid-was-really-a-rescue-mission-so-maduro-can-turn-states-evidence-against-demo
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  • The #AmericaFirst Lie: How The US Loots Nations, Installs #Dictators, & Calls It #Democracy https://thefreethoughtproject.com/antiwar/the-america-first-lie-how-the-u-s-loots-nations-installs-dictators-and-calls-it-democracy
    The #AmericaFirst Lie: How The US Loots Nations, Installs #Dictators, & Calls It #Democracy https://thefreethoughtproject.com/antiwar/the-america-first-lie-how-the-u-s-loots-nations-installs-dictators-and-calls-it-democracy
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  • The Bond Between Sisters

    The bond between sisters is more than blood
    It’s a glance that understands without words.
    A hand reaching out when storms roll in,
    A shared warmth in the coldest nights.

    Sisters are songs sung deep within the heart.
    Whispers of protection in a world that forgets to be kind.
    When one falls, the other doesn't ask why
    She simply sits beside her,
    Waiting quietly for strength to return.

    They grow together,
    Sharing scars and small dreams,
    Lighting hope in one another
    And learning to be strong without losing softness.

    Some love has no name
    The love between sisters is one of those things.
    Like wind and wing,
    Like soil and root,
    Wherever they are, they are woven together.

    For a woman's heart knows how to hold,
    And sisterhood
    It is the thread that never breaks.

    Art by Serin Alar
    Poem: Piahn
    The Bond Between Sisters The bond between sisters is more than blood It’s a glance that understands without words. A hand reaching out when storms roll in, A shared warmth in the coldest nights. Sisters are songs sung deep within the heart. Whispers of protection in a world that forgets to be kind. When one falls, the other doesn't ask why She simply sits beside her, Waiting quietly for strength to return. They grow together, Sharing scars and small dreams, Lighting hope in one another And learning to be strong without losing softness. Some love has no name The love between sisters is one of those things. Like wind and wing, Like soil and root, Wherever they are, they are woven together. For a woman's heart knows how to hold, And sisterhood It is the thread that never breaks. Art by Serin Alar Poem: Piahn
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  • #TREASON ALERT!!! #Hilton Hotels Cancels Reservations For #ICE Agents! #AlexJones Responds https://www.infowars.com/posts/treason-alert-hilton-hotels-cancels-reservations-for-ice-agents-alex-jones-responds
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  • This Is The Part Of The Story That Leads To #War With #Russia And #China https://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/this-is-the-part-of-the-story-that-leads-to-war-with-russia-and-china/
    This Is The Part Of The Story That Leads To #War With #Russia And #China https://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/this-is-the-part-of-the-story-that-leads-to-war-with-russia-and-china/
    THEECONOMICCOLLAPSEBLOG.COM
    This Is The Part Of The Story That Leads To War With Russia And China
    The dramatic events that just occurred in Venezuela have shocked the entire world. But almost everyone is missing the bigger picture. A very tense geopolitical game of chess is playing out right in front of
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  • #America Must Protect Its Own Hemisphere – Special Report! - #WesternHemisphere - https://www.infowars.com/posts/america-must-protect-its-own-hemisphere-special-report
    #America Must Protect Its Own Hemisphere – Special Report! - #WesternHemisphere - https://www.infowars.com/posts/america-must-protect-its-own-hemisphere-special-report
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  • Video: #China VS U.S Over #NicolásMaduro - #Beijing ORDERS Washington to RELEASE #Maduro; WARNS #DonaldTrump of Consequences https://youtu.be/VPrU_1pGTms?si=_ELMS847-YNEg0F0
    Video: #China VS U.S Over #NicolásMaduro - #Beijing ORDERS Washington to RELEASE #Maduro; WARNS #DonaldTrump of Consequences https://youtu.be/VPrU_1pGTms?si=_ELMS847-YNEg0F0
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  • Video: Bradlee Dean who I host on #Radio America USA - These Scoundrels Are Creating #War Against You - #WakeUpAmerica - https://rumble.com/v73wxmu-these-scoundrels-are-creating-war-against-you.html
    Video: Bradlee Dean who I host on #Radio America USA - These Scoundrels Are Creating #War Against You - #WakeUpAmerica - https://rumble.com/v73wxmu-these-scoundrels-are-creating-war-against-you.html
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  • America beware...
    America beware...
    It is hard to read this Bible passage, and not think of America and what was happened to our money value, remember when the US dime, quarter, half-dollar we’re all silver; Isaiah 1; 21-23, “Jerusalem, once my faithful wife!” And now a prostitute! Running after other gods! “Once the city of fair play” but now a gang of murderers. 22, Once like sterling silver; now mixed with worthless alloy! Once so pure but now diluted like watered down wine! 23; Your leaders are rebels, companions of thieves; all of them take bribes and won’t defend the widows and orphans.

    If you read chapter 24 you will see what god will do to Israel, let that play on your thoughts.
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  • Genesis 15:13-14
    Then God said to Abram, “Know for certain that your seed will be sojourners in a land that is not theirs, and they will be enslaved and mistreated four hundred years.
    But I will also judge the nation to whom they are enslaved, and afterward they will come out with many possessions."
    #MondayMeditation
    Genesis 15:13-14 Then God said to Abram, “Know for certain that your seed will be sojourners in a land that is not theirs, and they will be enslaved and mistreated four hundred years. But I will also judge the nation to whom they are enslaved, and afterward they will come out with many possessions." #MondayMeditation
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  • #AlexJones #Infowars #AJNetwork
    Learn Why #DonaldTrump Really Invaded #Venezuela and What Comes Next! Spoiler Alert: #TRUMP just decapitated the #UN #UnitedNations world government system - After reading this America, what say you? https://www.infowars.com/posts/exclusive-learn-why-trump-really-invaded-venezuela-and-what-comes-next
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  • https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/trump-warns-venezuela/2026/01/04/id/1240733/
    https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/trump-warns-venezuela/2026/01/04/id/1240733/
    WWW.NEWSMAX.COM
    Trump Warns Venezuela's VP: 'Do What's Right' or Else
    President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez that she could pay a "bigger" price than Nicolas Maduro if she chooses not to acquiesce to the U.S. demands concerning the South American country.
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  • One of these Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs called China and told them he’d warn them if President Trump was going to attack.
    https://x.com/DC_Draino/status/2007905144051216644?s=20
    One of these Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs called China and told them he’d warn them if President Trump was going to attack. https://x.com/DC_Draino/status/2007905144051216644?s=20
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  • Rubio: U.S. is at war with drug trafficking organizations, not Venezuela
    https://www.oann.com/newsroom/rubio-u-s-is-at-war-with-drug-trafficking-organizations-not-venezuela/
    Rubio: U.S. is at war with drug trafficking organizations, not Venezuela https://www.oann.com/newsroom/rubio-u-s-is-at-war-with-drug-trafficking-organizations-not-venezuela/
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    Rubio: U.S. is at war with drug trafficking organizations, not Venezuela
    Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States is not at war with Venezuela, but is instead targeting drug trafficking organizations, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
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  • #DOJ: #NicholasMaduro Used Diplomatic Planes To Fly #Cocaine #Money from #Mexico to #Venezuela https://www.infowars.com/posts/doj-maduro-used-diplomatic-planes-to-fly-cocaine-money-from-mexico-to-venezuela
    #DOJ: #NicholasMaduro Used Diplomatic Planes To Fly #Cocaine #Money from #Mexico to #Venezuela https://www.infowars.com/posts/doj-maduro-used-diplomatic-planes-to-fly-cocaine-money-from-mexico-to-venezuela
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  • I have a son who is very savvy and a follower of Juan O. And other whistleblower s He sent me this.

    So the US went in to Venezuela and used precision operation to extract Mudero
    This is what I was expecting- no invasion. Chopping off the head.
    I talked to a Venezuelan a few years ago. They were afraid the same thing would happen here. The voting machines were used to determine who was voting for the opposition and of course to select the winner.
    Had the elections been honest the people of Venezuela would have had a different government many years ago.
    Under Madero this once prosperous nation declined continuously. Now, they will have a chance to have an honest election, as the smartmatic software is being exposed. How Venezuela was at the center of rigging elections in 72 countries, including us, is about to take center stage
    I have a son who is very savvy and a follower of Juan O. And other whistleblower s He sent me this. So the US went in to Venezuela and used precision operation to extract Mudero This is what I was expecting- no invasion. Chopping off the head. I talked to a Venezuelan a few years ago. They were afraid the same thing would happen here. The voting machines were used to determine who was voting for the opposition and of course to select the winner. Had the elections been honest the people of Venezuela would have had a different government many years ago. Under Madero this once prosperous nation declined continuously. Now, they will have a chance to have an honest election, as the smartmatic software is being exposed. How Venezuela was at the center of rigging elections in 72 countries, including us, is about to take center stage
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  • Dear brethren, are you growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ (2 Pet. 3:18)? Yes, it is God who causes such growth, we may not bring it about ourselves, but we must water the seed that has been planted.

    As Paul wrote to the Corinthians, “I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth” (1 Cor. 3:6). Thus Peter also warns that we be “diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless and blameless” (2 Pet. 3:14).

    We must spend time with Him. We must be in His word, and fed by faithful shepherds of His flock. We must also be on our guard to not be carried away by the distorted teachings of unstable men (2 Pet. 3:16-17).

    Be steadfast, brethren, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor. 15:58), testing all things (1 Jn. 4:1), searching the Scriptures to be sure what we are taught is correct, as did the Bereans (Acts 17:10-11).

    Let us grow in HIs grace, and in the knowledge of Him, by no longer conforming to this world, but being transformed by the renewing of our minds through His word (Rom. 12:2). Fo His word will not return to Him empty, but it will accomplish what He desires (Isa. 55:11).

    ——————
    Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening Devotions

    Morning, January 4

    "Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." 2 Peter 3:18

    "Grow in grace"- not in one grace only, but in all grace. Grow in that root-grace, faith. Believe the promises more firmly than you have done. Let faith increase in fulness, constancy, simplicity. Grow also in love. Ask that your love may become extended, more intense, more practical, influencing every thought, word, and deed. Grow likewise in humility. Seek to lie very low, and know more of your own nothingness. As you grow downward in humility, seek also to grow upward- having nearer approaches to God in prayer and more intimate fellowship with Jesus. May God the Holy Spirit enable you to "grow in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour." He who grows not in the knowledge of Jesus, refuses to be blessed. To know Him is "life eternal," and to advance in the knowledge of Him is to increase in happiness. He who does not long to know more of Christ, knows nothing of Him yet. Whoever hath sipped this wine will thirst for more, for although Christ doth satisfy, yet it is such a satisfaction, that the appetite is not cloyed, but whetted. If you know the love of Jesus- as the hart panteth for the water-brooks, so will you pant after deeper draughts of His love. If you do not desire to know Him better, then you love Him not, for love always cries, "Nearer, nearer." Absence from Christ is hell; but the presence of Jesus is heaven. Rest not then content without an increasing acquaintance with Jesus. Seek to know more of Him in His divine nature, in His human relationship, in His finished work, in His death, in His resurrection, in His present glorious intercession, and in His future royal advent. Abide hard by the Cross, and search the mystery of His wounds. An increase of love to Jesus, and a more perfect apprehension of His love to us is one of the best tests of growth in grace.
    Dear brethren, are you growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ (2 Pet. 3:18)? Yes, it is God who causes such growth, we may not bring it about ourselves, but we must water the seed that has been planted. As Paul wrote to the Corinthians, “I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth” (1 Cor. 3:6). Thus Peter also warns that we be “diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless and blameless” (2 Pet. 3:14). We must spend time with Him. We must be in His word, and fed by faithful shepherds of His flock. We must also be on our guard to not be carried away by the distorted teachings of unstable men (2 Pet. 3:16-17). Be steadfast, brethren, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor. 15:58), testing all things (1 Jn. 4:1), searching the Scriptures to be sure what we are taught is correct, as did the Bereans (Acts 17:10-11). Let us grow in HIs grace, and in the knowledge of Him, by no longer conforming to this world, but being transformed by the renewing of our minds through His word (Rom. 12:2). Fo His word will not return to Him empty, but it will accomplish what He desires (Isa. 55:11). —————— Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening Devotions Morning, January 4 "Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 "Grow in grace"- not in one grace only, but in all grace. Grow in that root-grace, faith. Believe the promises more firmly than you have done. Let faith increase in fulness, constancy, simplicity. Grow also in love. Ask that your love may become extended, more intense, more practical, influencing every thought, word, and deed. Grow likewise in humility. Seek to lie very low, and know more of your own nothingness. As you grow downward in humility, seek also to grow upward- having nearer approaches to God in prayer and more intimate fellowship with Jesus. May God the Holy Spirit enable you to "grow in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour." He who grows not in the knowledge of Jesus, refuses to be blessed. To know Him is "life eternal," and to advance in the knowledge of Him is to increase in happiness. He who does not long to know more of Christ, knows nothing of Him yet. Whoever hath sipped this wine will thirst for more, for although Christ doth satisfy, yet it is such a satisfaction, that the appetite is not cloyed, but whetted. If you know the love of Jesus- as the hart panteth for the water-brooks, so will you pant after deeper draughts of His love. If you do not desire to know Him better, then you love Him not, for love always cries, "Nearer, nearer." Absence from Christ is hell; but the presence of Jesus is heaven. Rest not then content without an increasing acquaintance with Jesus. Seek to know more of Him in His divine nature, in His human relationship, in His finished work, in His death, in His resurrection, in His present glorious intercession, and in His future royal advent. Abide hard by the Cross, and search the mystery of His wounds. An increase of love to Jesus, and a more perfect apprehension of His love to us is one of the best tests of growth in grace.
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