April 14, 2023 ~ Linda K. Milam April Devotions: "The Good Shepherd"

And so, I continue. . . 

That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving and tell of all thy wondrous works. Psalms 26:7

Ezekiel 34:22-24 ~ 22 Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle. 23 And I will set up one shepherd over them, and he shall feed them, even my servant David; he shall feed them, and he shall be their shepherd. 24 And I the LORD will be their God, and my servant David a prince among them; I the LORD have spoken it.  KJV  

Although God spoke of the salvation of His flock, and the protection of that flock from the evil one, and here He speaks of one shepherd, David, who will care for them as their shepherd, I see the picture of my Saviour. God sent Him and Jesus willingly came to save the lost sheep of the world, His children. Those that have accepted Jesus as Saviour and He is coming again to save us from this evil world and the evil one who is trying to destroy all that is called good.

Folks, this is real. The Bible is REAL, Heaven is real and so is HELL. We are in a battle for the souls of men and right now, this day in time, all around the world, the devil is wreaking havoc on all people. Many have no contact or control and untold numbers have never heard a clear presentation of the Gospel. but God . . . We have a Saviour on the way. Are you ready? He is the GREAT SHEPHERD! The one that made a way for us to be with the Lord God in Heaven. I pray today is the day you make sure of your place with Him there.

". . .  I the LORD have spoken it."

HE CARES! Do You Know HIM?  Lord, help us to be wise, studied up, aware, and faithful to You. Amen.  With love and prayers, may we be your faithful Philippians 2:16 Missionaries?

Philippians 2:16 Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain. 

Listen to Bro. Tom on www.wbofradio.com "The Jewel For The Day" program, every Monday - Friday at 6am and 2pm EST.

In the name of Jesus, may we be HIS emissaries and used by Him to help others. 

Tom and Linda Milam

Missionaries to America and around the world! 

PRAY BIG FOR OTHERS AND YOURSELF! GOD WANTS TO ANSWER OUR PRAYERS!

 

May 13 ~ Dr. Tom Milam He Leadeth Me Devotional

“Joy In the Morning”
Psalm 30:5

In this life we will have tribulation and trials, because life itself is hard and full of many miseries brought on by a natural desire to be held captive by the flesh and to be in constant turmoil with the spirit. There is a battle raging within us you know; and then, to whom will we succumb? Dear Christian friend lift up your head with joy and contentment in knowing that Jesus is soon coming back. The shekinah glory cloud is close to being dispatched to hold our Lord, suspended in the air and to gather us up and we’ll sail away together, to be forever with the Lord. Be patient, the seed  that has been sown in the ground must struggle and toil until the reaping, and then Oh glad day, it is harvest time. (Revelation 22:12) You may be overcome with cares and problems, not knowing which way to turn, but you’ll soon be lifted from your trials and burdens, when faith shall end in sight. Your ragged dirty garments may look despicable, and cause you much anxiety, but soon you’ll be wearing a robe of pure white. Just a little longer my friend and these earthly matters will come to a close, and when you look back on them, they will seem as nothing. But to look at them now seems sometimes overpowering and hopeless, but soon the night will be gone, and Oh glad day, the morning! The morning! And think on those that will never have a morning, hell is darkness forever. Are you daily living in expectation of Heaven? “You may weep tonight, but in the morning, there is joy.”

“The Morning”

It may be dark, Oh longing soul, 

And all seems cold and drear;

The night is long & the heavenly goal 

Seems far instead of near.

But light is ahead, the trial will fold, 

And the morning will dispel all fear.

                                            ~ Tom Milam

Daily Jewel:

“You may weep tonight, but in the morning, there is joy.”

Bible Reading Schedule: I Chronicles 6-7

Weekly Memory Verses: 1 Peter 2:21  

21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:

22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:

23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.

April 13, 2023 ~ Linda K. Milam April Devotions: "The Good Shepherd"

 And so, I continue. . . That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving and tell of all thy wondrous works. Psalms 26:7

Ezekiel 34:16 ~ I will seek that which was lost, and bring again that which was driven away, and will bind up that which was broken, and will strengthen that which was sick: but I will destroy the fat and the strong; I will feed them with judgment. KJV  

More wonderful promises of God are revealed in Ezekiel 34 verse 16.  "I WILL. . ." He isn't just spouting off "words", He is making a statement of fact. Because of the spiritual condition of the shepherds, some of God's sheep (children) will be lost, some will be broken, and some will be sick. But read that verse again! He said, "I WILL SEEK, BRING AGAIN, BIND UP, STRENGTHEN, AND DESTROY!" God's love shown here is for His sheep (children.) That is me, is it You? It is for all those that belong to Him. He protects and supports us. He is ready to strengthen those weakened or overwhelmed by anxiety. He bandages His sheep, helping them to heal if they have been hurt. And He brings back those who have strayed and who may struggle with negative feelings.

He feels responsible for us. To God a lost sheep is not a lost cause. He knows when a sheep is missing; He searches for that sheep, and He rejoices when he finds it. (Matthew 18;12–14) 12 How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray? 13 And if so be that he find it, verily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more of that sheep, than of the ninety and nine which went not astray. 14 Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.

What a wonderful Father we have! His promises are true. Where are you in your spiritual life, Christian? Have you strayed away from the house of God? Are you wandering in the evil wilderness of this world? This world is not our home! God's future promises to restore the lost, broken, weak, and sick is just that. Let Him minister to you and return you to your rightful place as a Christian. Don't let the devil take over your life and destroy your testimony. If you have done things unpleasing to the Lord and others have seen your actions, you may be affecting their decision to get right with God. 

God is going to restore the earth back to Paradise, undo the effects of death and usher in a New World full of righteousness. I want to be there to see that great promise. Don't You?

And lost person, if you do not know Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour, get saved today! Don't delay any longer, HE IS COMING BACK AND VERY SOON!

Hope this helps someone today to give God your WHOLE life. Not just lip surrender but HEART surrender. He is the Great Shepherd!

HE CARES! Do You Know HIM?  Lord, help us to be wise, studied up, aware, and faithful to You. Amen.  With love and prayers, may we be your faithful Philippians 2:16 Missionaries?

Philippians 2:16 Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain. 

Listen to Bro. Tom on www.wbofradio.com "The Jewel For The Day" program, every Monday - Friday at 6am and 2pm EST.

In the name of Jesus, may we be HIS emissaries and used by Him to help others. 

Tom and Linda Milam

Missionaries to America and around the world! 

PRAY BIG FOR OTHERS AND YOURSELF! GOD WANTS TO ANSWER OUR PRAYERS!

 

May 12 ~ Dr. Tom Milam He Leadeth Me Devotional

“Knowing And Showing”
John 14:13-26

Jesus shows Himself and proves Himself to His people in many ways.  Of course, we have the scriptures and we, and as believers trust them to be the truth from God our Father. But even if we didn’t have the Scriptures, Christ has still proven through His people the truth by their experiences.

Jesus dwells in His own people and reveals Himself through them in their actions and definite devoted services. We proclaim with unadulterated ecstasy, that Jesus still lives, not only in our hearts by way of the Holy Spirit, but in very deed and truth. He shows His person through those that have accepted Him, trusted and firmly believe on Him for salvation and assurance. Many saints of God have given us glimpses of Heaven by living close to Jesus and dwelling near the cross.

When Gods people tell how Jesus dwells in them and tells of His blessings and workings in and through them, others can’t help but be touched by their influence.

Others will notice what effect Christ has had on us by our humility; we will brag on Jesus rather than ourselves. Mark the person that says he has acquired a certain amount of humility, because when you think you’ve attained it, you’ve lost it. (Psalm 138:6) Says, “Though the LORD be high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off.” Realizing Gods very near presence will bring joy and happiness; pleasures are abounding when we are devoted and fully submissive. And then we’ll find the Holy Walk; Christ has never been manifested in a person if there’s no holiness about him. Are you what you say you are, in thought and deed? (Galatians 6:7 - "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: . . .”

“Perfect”

For evil doing, there’s no respect,   

God, will wicked works, for sure reject; 

He’ll not cast down a perfect man,

But will through him, prove His perfect plan.

                                            ~ Tom Milam

Daily Jewel:

“Jesus dwells in His own people and reveals himself through them.”

Bible Reading Schedule: I Chronicles 3-5

Weekly Memory Verses: 1 Peter 2:21  

21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:

22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:

23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.

April 12, 2023 ~ Linda K. Milam April Devotions: "The Good Shepherd"

And so, I continue. . . 

That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving and tell of all thy wondrous works. Psalms 26:7

Ezekiel 34:14-15 ~ 14 I will feed them in a good pasture, and upon the high mountains of Israel shall their fold be: there shall they lie in a good fold, and in a fat pasture shall they feed upon the mountains of Israel. 15 I will feed my flock, and I will cause them to lie down, saith the Lord GOD. KJV  

Have you ever really considered the GOOD THINGS you have in your life. The Bible says in James 1:17  Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.  We are truly blessed beyond measure. We have been waiting to share with you one of the greatest gifts, God has given us. Our new "dwelling place" here in Florida. Something we ALL prayed for, for months, and we will never have to worry about where we will serve from here in FL. Our "place" Is now a full reality! We have been "gifted" a beautiful 41-foot Motor Home. It is amazing how God's plan came to fruition. We are not to drive it as a normal motor home, it is parked, hooked up and livable for the long term. How gracious is our God? More than gracious. I'll share lots of pictures on FB. . . so watch for the post! Let me continue on with my thoughts on these verses.

Of all the gifts we have received from God, the greatest gift is His Son Jesus Christ, who died for us. My salvation, my husband, our ministries, my church (both here in FL and WV), our children, grandchildren, and now great-grandchildren; blessed gifts from God. Our possessions, or those things we call our own. All GOOD things come from God. They are His gifts to us in reward for our love and devotion to Him. 

As God said in our verses today, HE WILL PROVIDE ALL to His children and they will be greatly blessed because of His Love and care for His sheep. Are you one of God's own? Maybe you say, "I have a lot of good things and I am not one of His own." Those good things will pass away, and without God the last thing you will receive from Him is told in this verse.

"Matthew 7:23  And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity."

When He says this, you will be immediately cast out into hell for eternity, never to have opportunity to be saved again! Don't let this happen to you, please get saved today! Surrender your heart and soul to the One who created you, sustains your life, in the hope that you will call upon Him as Saviour before it is eternally to late. Our prayer is that many will come to the Lord and never have that worry ever again; will you go to heaven or hell?  

HE CARES! Do You Know HIM?  Lord, help us to be wise, studied up, aware, and faithful to You. Amen.  With love and prayers, may we be your faithful Philippians 2:16 Missionaries?

Philippians 2:16 Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain. 

Listen to Bro. Tom on www.wbofradio.com "The Jewel For The Day" program, every Monday - Friday at 6am and 2pm EST.

In the name of Jesus, may we be HIS emissaries and used by Him to help others. 

Tom and Linda Milam

Missionaries to America and around the world! 

PRAY BIG FOR OTHERS AND YOURSELF! GOD WANTS TO ANSWER OUR PRAYERS!

 

May 11 ~ Dr. Tom Milam He Leadeth Me Devotional

“Always The Same”
Hebrews 13:8

Jesus is the bedrock of Salvation, anchored in His foundation is the utmost of security. If we are not careful, we will lean too hard on temporal things, that only rust, decay, and wear out with the using. Make up your mind today to set your affections on things above, and the one that abides faithful to you forever. We are found too many times, building on shifting, sinking sand, when we need to build only on the solid rock foundation, that nothing on earth or in Heaven can move. Lay everything you have on Him and learn to depend on nothing else but Jesus Christ, the Rock of our salvation. Be like Him, in His affections; Build all of your hope in what He has done, it is not hopeless, when hope abides within; Lay all your trust in the blood covering that cleanses withal, and depend only in His presence for fulfilling joy, peace and satisfaction, even though it seems everything is falling apart around you.

One day we will be found facing death, will your life do when you are dying? Your eyelids will close like purple curtains, are you praying for others like you should? Are you taking God at His word when He says, “study to show thyself approved unto God.” (II Timothy 2:15) or will you be found unapproved for lack of study? Don’t you think it’s best to lay all into the hands of one who will never leave you, one that you can trust to take you through the cold chilly waters of death? With Jesus, we’ll land safely home, and sit with Him there in the promised heaven. (Matthew 28:20) 

“With you”

Tell all your faults and secrets,

To the One you can trust, and who cares.

The one who will never leave you. 

And with whom all glory you’ll share. 

We’re His, and far away we’ll not stay, 

The promise is, “Lo I’m with you alway.”

                                ~ Tom Milam

Daily Jewel:

“Set your affections on things above.”

Bible Reading Schedule: I Chronicles 1-2

Weekly Memory Verses: 1 Peter 2:21  

21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:

22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:

23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.

May 10 ~ Dr. Tom Milam He Leadeth Me Devotional

“Christ, The First Fruits”
I Corinthians 15:12-23

In all things, Christ went ahead of us, showing us the way. (John 14:6) We, as Christians, believe that Jesus died and is risen from the dead, that’s what makes us what we are. (I Corinthians 15:14-17) The resurrection proves that Christ is divine; (Romans 1:4) -- “. . .declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the Spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead.” For Christ to be supreme and above all, equal with God; Christ both died, and arose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and the living.”  (Romans 14:9 we stand justified, according to Gods covenant, in that Christ suffered death, hell, and the grave, coming forth victorious over it all. “He was delivered for our offenses and was raised again for our justification” (Romans 4:25) One of the greatest days of my life was to stand in an empty tomb in Israel, remembering that verse.

Our being made a new creature is in connection with his resurrection, because we are, “begotten again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (I Peter 1:3) And our final resurrection rests upon this, “If the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. (Romans 8:11.) If Christ has not raised before us, then we will not rise, but He is indeed risen and we shall not perish, and in our flesh, we shall behold our God.

 “New”

We shall behold Him, in all His splendor, 

because we have given our all in surrender. 

The resurrection proves the glad old story, 

We’ve been made new, to dwell in eternal glory.

                                                    ~Tom Milam

Daily Jewel:

“...in our flesh we shall behold our God.”

Bible Reading Schedule: II Kings 24-25

Weekly Memory Verses: 1 Peter 2:21  

21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:

22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:

23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.