October 9, 2016 *
Proliferate Heart’s Modesty *
He said, “I am A VOICE OF ONE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS, ‘MAKE STRAIGHT THE WAY OF THE LORD,’ as Isaiah the prophet said.”—John 1:19-23
But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I have need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?”—Matthew 3:14
“As for me, I baptize you with water; but One is coming who is mightier than I, and I am not fit to untie the thong of His sandals; He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.—Luke 3:16
“He must increase, but I must decrease.—John 3:30
“It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant,”—Matthew 20:26
Then He poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded.—John 13:4-5
Protect Mind’s Integrity *
The integrity of the upright will guide them, But the crookedness of the treacherous will destroy them.—Proverbs 11:3
But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ palaces!—Matthew 11:8
Perpetuate Soul’s Purity *
“For he will be great in the sight of the Lord; and he will drink no wine or liquor, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mother’s womb.”—Luke 1:15
If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?—Psalm 11:3