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The LORD is king forever and ever.
The nations have vanished from his land.
Ps 10:16
A lot of people are working extra hard to pay for something they can never own. Property rights are a privilege granted by the government, but who did they pay for it and what gives them the right to transfer ownership? In America, we know Indians occupied this land long before explorers brought the first pilgrims here. But who gave the Indians right to the land? They didn't consider themselves as having rights but privilege. The land and all its resources belonged to the Creator and they were but mere custodians. When the pilgrims came, they had a similar attitude, but others came behind them. They believed the land belonged to anyone with power to take it by force, if necessary, and maintain it by intimidation. That's where the title deed originated; the takers printed it.
We make a big deal about personal rights in America, but anyone thinking they can buy, sell, or transfer what God owns, is in for a shock. You see, the piece of paper stating we've paid for property, is nothing more than an agreement with the previous owner who promises to give it up. The truth is that they have no power that God didn't grant them. He can reclaim what He wants, when He wants it for any reason. But look at it this way: You can still use your title deed as a fire starter or toliet paper. Got a broom, dust pan and mop anyone?
Pray it
Whatever I have is what You've given me. I am gratefully indebted and want to be the best tenant You have.
Resources
God's word should be the foundation of the unified church. (2001)
The peace
of God comes by having peace with God. (2002)
Are we experiencing
responsibility that comes with privilege?. (2003)
Is salvation
a right or an obligation? (2004)
It's not
what you have that will make you victorious, but who has you. (2005)
Profession
means nothing if repentance is missing. (2006)
They won't admit it, but children know what pleases and displeases their parents.(2007)
Only losers service a greedy spirit. (2008)
God used, "Is that your final answer," long before a game show host. (2009)
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Devotionals began on January 2, 2006 and are the original creation of James R. Green, Prayertower Webservant Content is derived from his alternating
and sequential survey of both the Old and New Testament to offer insight
on Scripture.
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from daily devotions of James R. Green called, Just Thinkin'... (2000-2003),
Read the Bible Thru in 365 Days (2004), Pray Thru the Word in 365 Days (2005) and One Minute Devotional (2006-2008).
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