Dr. Scott Ferrell

Dear Friends,
This devotional points out that worry is an act of rebellion against God.  That’s pretty intense, but oh so true.  For if we worry, then that indicates that we do not trust God to take care of us.  Now, it doesn’t mean that we’re not active and pro active in our own lives, but we also have to keep in mind that God has our future in the palm of His hand.  So, work hard, be faithful and trust God to do His part.  Peace and Love, Scott

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I Am Leading You, Step By Step, through your life.  Hold my hand in trusting dependence, letting Me guide you through this day.  Your future looks uncertain and feels flimsy-even precarious.  That is how it should be.  Secret things belong to the Lord, and future things are secret things.  When you try to figure out the future, you are grasping at things that are Mine. This, like all forms of worry, is an act of rebellion: doubting My promises to care for you.

Whenever you find yourself worrying about the future, repent and return to Me.  I will show you the next step forward, and the one after that.  Relax and enjoy the journey in My Presence, trusting Me to open up the way before you as you go.

Deuteronomy 29:29  29 The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may follow all the words of this law.

Psalm 32:8 8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Rest In My Presence, allowing Me to take charge of this day. Do not bolt into the day like a race horse suddenly released. Instead, walk purposefully with Me, letting Me direct your course one step at a time. Thank Me for each blessing along the way; this brings joy to both you and Me. A grateful heart protects you from negative thinking. Thankfulness enables you to see the abundance I shower upon you daily. Your prayers and petitions are winged into heaven’s throne room when they are permeated with thanksgiving. In everything give thanks, for this is My will for you.

Colossians 4:2  2Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 18give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Friends,
This devotional reminds me of “I Need Thee Every Hour”.  It’s true!  Sing, read and be blessed.  Love, Scott

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You Need Me Every Moment.  Your awareness of your constant need for Me is your greatest strength.  Your neediness, properly handled, is a link to My Presence. However, there are pitfalls that you must be on guard against: self-pity, self-preoccupation, giving up.  Your inadequacy presents you with a continual choice-deep dependence on Me, or despair.  The emptiness you feel within will be filled either with problems or with My Presence.  Make Me central in your consciousness by praying continually: simple, short prayers flowing out of the present moment.  Use My Name liberally, to remind you of My Presence.  Keep on asking and you will receive, so that your gladness may be full and complete.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 17pray continually

John 16:24 (AMP) 24Up to this time you have not asked a [single] thing in My Name [as presenting all that I AM]; but now ask and keep on asking and you will receive, so that your joy (gladness, delight) may be full and complete.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Friends,
It was wonderful making music with you all yesterday.  We had about 70 choir members make it to the rehearsal and about 15 in the orchestra.  We made a joyful noise indeed!  I can’t thank you enough for making the effort to come to rehearsal.  We got a lot done towards our Good Friday and Easter services.  Thank you! 
The first paragraph of this devotional is taped to my computer screen on my desk.  I read it just about every day.  I hope it resonates with you as well.  Be blessed as you bless others.  Peace, Trust and Thankfulness, Scott

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Trust And Thankfulness will get you safely through this day.  Trust protects you from worrying and obsessing.  Thankfulness keeps you from criticizing and complaining: those “sister sins” that so easily entangle you.

Keeping your eyes on Me is the same thing as trusting Me.  It is a free choice that you must make thousands of times daily.  The more you choose to trust Me, the easier it becomes.  Thought patterns of trust become etched into your brain.  Relegate troubles to the periphery of your mind, so that I can be central in your thoughts.  Thus you focus on Me, entrusting your concerns into My care.

Colossians 2:6-7 6So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

Psalm 141:8  8 But my eyes are fixed on you, O Sovereign LORD; in you I take refuge—do not give me over to death.

1 Peter 5:7 Cast all you anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Friends,
Finding truly everlasting peace is a challenge for each of us.  According to the scriptures, it can only be found in Christ Jesus.  Many times, we seek this deep peace in things, ourselves and others.  In these, we can find joy and happiness, but not peace.  Peace comes from within and is not subject to any of the external circumstances that change with the wind.  Read on and my you find peace today and every day!  Amen.  Peace and Love, Scott

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Learn To Live from your true Center in Me.  I reside in the deepest depths of your being, in eternal union with your spirit.  It is at this deep level that My Peace reigns continually.  You will not find lasting peace in the world around you, in circumstances, or in human relationships.  The external world is always in flux-under the curse of death and decay.  But there is a gold mine of Peace deep within you, waiting to be tapped.  Take time to delve into the riches of My residing Presence.  I want you to live increasingly from your real Center, where My Love has an eternal grip on you.  I am Christ in you, the hope of Glory.

Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace.

Colossians 1:27 27To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Beloved Friends,
We’ve all got problems.  Jesus assured us that we would.  And, it seems that the more life we live, the more people we come to know.  Family, friends and co-workers all have their problems too.  As people of God, we pray for them, console them and share all of these problems with them, on top of our own problems!  It can really get overwhelming at times.  Jesus has some words of advise during these troubling times.  Read on and be blessed.  Hugs and Love, Scott

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You Are Feeling Weighed Down by a plethora of problems, both big and small. They seem to require more and more of your attention, but you must not give in to those demands. When the difficulties in your life feel as if they’re closing in on you, break free by spending quality time with Me. You need to remember who I Am in all My Power and Glory. Then humbly bring Me your prayers and petitions; your problems will pale when you view them in the Light of My Presence. You can learn to be joyful in Me, your Savior,even in the midst of adverse circumstances. Rely on Me, your Strength; I will make your feet like the feet of a deer, enabling you to go on the heights.
Exodus 3:14 14 God said to Moses, “I am who I am . This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’ ”
Habakkuk 3:17-19 17 Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,18 yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior. 19 The Sovereign LORD is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights. For the director of music. On my stringed instruments.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Friends,
Nothing is impossible with God!  He is strongest when we are at our weakest.  Trust and remember these truths.  Peace and Love, Scott

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Come To Me with all your weaknesses: physical, emotional, and spiritual.  Rest in the comfort of My Presence, remembering that nothing is impossible for Me. 

Pry your mind away from your problems so that you can focus your attention on Me.  Recall that I am able to do far beyond all that you ask or imagine.  Instead of trying to direct Me to do this and that, seek to attune yourself to what I am already doing.

When anxiety attempts to wedge its way into your thoughts, remind yourself that I am your Shepherd.  The bottom line is that I am taking care of you; therefore, you needn’t be afraid of anything.  Rather than trying to maintain control over your life, abandon yourself to My will.  Though this may feel scary and dangerous, the safest place to be is in My will.

Luke 1:37 37For nothing is impossible with God.”

Ephesians 3:20-21 20Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

Psalm 23:1-4 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,3 he restores my soul.  He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

Dear Friends,
I wanted to thank you all for your presence last night as we began our Lenten season with the observance of Ash Wednesday.  The choir loft was overflowing (we had to bring in more chairs!) and the orchestra sounded awesome!  What a beautiful night of worship.  We are now on the journey together towards Holy Week.  Don’t loose heart.  Keep the faith.  And may peace be with you.  Love, Scott

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Peace Be With You!  Ever since the resurrection, this has been My watchword to those who yearn for Me.  As you sit quietly, let My Peace settle over you and enfold you in My loving Presence.  To provide this radiant Peace for you, I died a criminal’s death.  Receive My Peace abundantly and thankfully.  It is a rare treasure, dazzling in delicate beauty yet strong enough to withstand all onslaughts.  Wear My Peace with regal dignity.  It will keep your heart and mind close to Mine. 

John 20:19 19On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!”

John 14:27 27Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus” Calling” by Sarah Young