詩篇119 (17)

詩篇119 (17)
聖經閱讀：詩篇119:129-136 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年12月3日（六）

　從上帝的話語中學習，在129-136節中，我們可以找到一些指引來幫助我們讓上帝的話語成為生活中最重要的部份。
第129節說：「你的教誨多麼奇妙！因此我一心遵行。」如果我們真的願意跟隨上帝，就要知道祂訂的法則都是最好的法則，第130節告訴我們：「你的教誨一解釋就發出亮光，使愚拙的人得智慧。」我們可以把聖經讀好幾遍，但是一定要將上帝的話語應用到日常生活中。
在第133節，作者對上帝說：「求你照你的應許使我不跌倒，使我免受邪惡的控制。」當我們研讀聖經並遵行時，就可以抵擋魔鬼，以及牠希望我們去做的壞事。倚靠上帝的話語會使我們親近上帝。
今天你是不是有研讀聖經並遵行上帝的話語呢？ —BH

「使我得以遵守你的命令。求你以仁慈待你的僕人，把你的法律教導我。」 詩篇119:134b-135

禱告：主，我願天天與祢同在、讀祢的話語，求祢今天帶領我並指教我。奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(尤榮輝譯)

Psalm 119 (17)
Bible Reading: Psalm 119:129-136
Saturday, December 3, 2016

　Psalm 119 is a long discussion between the writer and God. These verses teach us how we can learn from God's Word. In verses 129-136, we can find some guidelines to help us make God's Word most important in our lives.
Verse 129 says, “Lord, your rules are wonderful. That is why I follow them.” If we want to truly follow God, we must know that His rules are the best rules. Verse 130 tells us, “As people understand your word, it brings light to their lives. Your word makes even simple people wise.” We can read through the Bible many times, but we need to take God’s words and apply them to our daily lives.
In verse 133 the writer says to God, “Guide me, as you promised. Don't let evil rule over me.” When we study the Bible and obey it, we will be ready to resist the devil and the bad things he wants us to do. Depending on God's Word will keep us close to God.
Are you studying and obeying God's Word today? —BH

“I will obey your instructions. Accept your servant, and teach me your laws.” Psalm 119:134b-135

PRAYER: Lord, I want to be with You and read Your Word every day. Guide me and teach me today. In Jesus' name. Amen.

箴言 (4)

箴言 (4)
聖經閱讀：箴言3:1-8 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年11月5日(六)

在我們研讀聖經時，要將上帝的話和誡命放在心裡，這樣當我們受試探去做錯事時，就可以用上帝的話語來幫助我們堅定抵擋誘惑。
在今天讀的經文中，所羅門吩咐兒子要記住他的教導，「我的教導會使你四季平安，延年益壽。」同理，我們要永遠記住從聖經學到的教導。
學習並記住第5和第6節對我們是很重要的事：「要專心信賴上主，不可倚靠自己的聰明。無論做甚麼事，都要以上主的旨意為依歸，他就會指示你走正路。」當受試探或遇到困難的狀況時，我們並不孤單，我們可以信任並倚靠上帝！
今天上帝的話語和誡命會引導你並告訴你什麼是對的事。 —BR

「不要自作聰明，只要敬畏上主，拒絕作惡。」 箴言3:7

禱告：天父，謝謝祢賜下話語和誡命，我願永遠記住它們。奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(尤榮輝譯)

Proverbs (4)
Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:1-8
Saturday, November 5, 2016

　When we read and study the Bible, we should keep God's words and commands in our hearts. Then when we are tempted to do wrong, we can use God's words to help us stand strong and resist temptation.
In our Bible Reading for today, Solomon tells his son to remember what he has taught him. “What I teach will give you a good, long life, and all will go well for you” (verse 2). In the same way, we should always remember what we have learned from the Bible.
Verses 5 and 6 are very important for us to learn and remember. “Trust the Lord completely, and don't depend on your own knowledge. With every step you take, think about what he wants, and he will help you go the right way.” When we are tempted or we face difficult situations, we are not alone. We can trust and depend on God! God’s words and commands will guide you today and show you what is right. —BR

“Don't trust in your own wisdom, but fear and respect the Lord and stay away from evil.” Proverbs 3:7

PRAYER: Father, thank You for Your words and commands. I want to always remember them. In Jesus' name. Amen.

詩篇119 (2)

詩篇119 (2)
聖經閱讀：詩篇119:9-16 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年9月4日(日)

　研讀上帝的話語，也就是聖經，是一件重要的事，當查考上帝的話語時，我們可以學到如何順服祂。今天經文閱讀的第11節說：「我把你的話存在心裡，免得我得罪你。」
查考上帝的話語要花時間和心力，也許你好奇想知道如何查經。首先，你要禱告求祂在你讀祂的話語時幫助你，然後花時間仔細閱讀和查考──不要急著讀完經節。
當你在查經時，要持續禱告，求上帝幫助你明白祂的話語、幫助你將經文應用到生活中，上帝會讓你知道如何遵從祂而成為一個基督徒。
我希望你會渴望查考聖經，我鼓勵你今天，以及接下來的每一天，特別安排一段時間來禱告並學習上帝的話語。 —BH

「上主啊，我頌讚你；求你把你的法則教導我。我要高聲傳述你所立的一切法則。我渴慕你的法律，遠勝過一切財富。」 詩篇119:12-14

禱告：主，在我研讀祢的話語時，求祢幫助我知道如何一生事奉祢。奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(尤榮輝譯)

Psalm 119 (2)
Bible Reading: Psalm 119:9-16
Sunday, September 4, 2016

　It is important that we study God's Word, the Bible. When we study God's Word, we can learn how to obey Him. Verse 11 of our Bible Reading says, “I study your teachings very carefully so that I will not sin against you.”
Studying God's Word takes time and effort. Maybe you are wondering how to study the Bible. First, pray to God and ask Him to help you as you read His Word. Then take time to carefully read and study — don't hurry through the verses.
As you study the Bible, continue to pray. Ask God to help you understand His Word and to help you apply the verses to your life. God will show you how you can obey Him and grow as a Christian.
I hope you are excited to study the Bible. I encourage you to set aside a special time to pray and learn from God’s Word today and every day. —BH

Lord, you are worthy of praise! Teach me your laws. I will repeat the laws we have heard from you. I enjoy following your rules as much as others enjoy great riches.” Psalm 119:12-14

PRAYER: Lord, as I study Your Word, help me to learn how I can serve You all my life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

智慧

智慧
聖經閱讀：羅馬書11:33-36現代中譯本|合和本
2016年7月14日(四)

我們常常自認為知道什麼是對自己最好的，有時候我們甚至認為自己比上帝聰明，但是今天讀的經文教導我們，「他的智慧和知識多麼深奧！誰能解釋他的決斷？誰能探測他的道路？」（第33b節）因為上帝滿有智慧，祂總是知道什麼是對我們最好的。
上帝預知未來，祂看見我們生活的「全貌」。我們不知道明天、下週或明年會發生什麼事，這就是為什麼我們必須懇求上帝來幫助我們、告訴我們該怎麼做。
當我們面臨困難的決定時，不要倚靠自己的聰明，或是從世界得到的才智，我們應當倚靠上帝的智慧。哪裡可找到上帝的智慧呢？我們可以從祂的話語，也就是聖經中找到上帝的智慧，當我們讀經、學習到上帝的智慧時，我們就是倚靠祂來帶領我們。要天天信靠上帝來幫助你、引導你！ —BH

「因為萬物都出自他，藉著他，歸於他。願榮耀歸於上帝，直到永遠！阿們。」 羅馬書11:36

禱告：主，我明白你永遠知道什麼是對我最好的，謝謝祢！奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(尤榮輝譯)

Wisdom
Bible Reading: Romans 11:33-36
Thursday, July 14, 2016

　Most of the time we think that we know what is best for us. Sometimes we may even think we are wiser than God. But our Bible Reading today teaches us that God's “wisdom and knowledge have no end! No one can explain what God decides. No one can understand his ways” (verse 33b). Because God is wise, He always knows what is best for us.
God knows the future. He sees the “big picture” of our lives. We do not know what will happen tomorrow or next week or next year. That is why we need to ask God to help us and show us what to do.
When we face difficult decisions, we should not depend on our own wisdom or wisdom from the world. We should depend on God's wisdom. Where can we find God's wisdom? We find God's wisdom in His Word, the Bible. When we read the Bible and learn God's wisdom, we are relying on Him to lead us. Trust God to help and guide you every day! —BH

“Yes, God made all things and everything continues through him and for him. To God be the glory forever! Amen.” Romans 11:36

PRAYER: Lord, I know that You always know what is best for me. Thank You! In Jesus' name. Amen.

安全

安全
聖經閱讀：希伯來書2:1-3 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年6月4日(六)

　有一個人坐在河上的一艘小船上，在河流上方峭壁上的一個人看見小船正划向一道瀑布，他就向小船上的人大叫說：「你正划向瀑布！這裡有一個救生圈，抓住這個救生圈你就安全了。」
但是船上的人不理會峭壁上的人，他沒有抓住救生圈，小船很快被推進急流當中，但是已經來不及避免掉進瀑布了。當船衝進瀑布時，那個人也死了。
今天的經文跟我們談到「忽略這麼偉大的拯救」的人（第3節），那些不接受上帝救恩的人會受到懲罰。

不要輕忽上帝的話語，唯一能夠安全的方法就是接受透過耶穌而來的上帝救恩。今天就讓耶穌成為你的生命之主與救主！ —BF*

「因為上帝說：在接納的時刻，我垂聽你；在拯救的日子，我幫助你。聽啊，現在就是接納上帝恩惠的時刻！今天就是上帝拯救的日子！」 哥林多後書6:2

禱告：親愛的天父，謝謝祢透過祢的兒子賜下救恩。奉主的名，阿們！

(王熙瑤譯)

Be Safe
Bible Reading: Hebrews 2:1-3
Saturday, June 4, 2016

　A man was in a rowboat on a river. Another man on a cliff above the river saw the rowboat headed toward a waterfall. He shouted to the man in the row boat, “You are headed toward a waterfall. Here is a life preserver. Grab hold of the life preserver so you can be safe.”
But the man in the rowboat ignored the man on the cliff. He did not grab hold of the life preserver. Soon his boat was pushed into rough waters, but it was too late to avoid the waterfall. The man died when his boat went over the waterfall.
Our Bible verses today talk about people who “don't pay attention to the salvation we have that is so great” (verse 3b). These people who do not accept God's salvation will be punished.

Don't ignore God's words. The only way to be safe is to accept God's gift of salvation through Jesus. Allow Jesus to be your Lord and Savior today! —BF*

“God says, ‘I have heard you at the right time, and I gave you help on the day of salvation.’ I tell you that the ‘right time’ is now. The ‘day of salvation’ is now.” 2 Corinthians 6:2

PRAYER: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for salvation through Your Son, Jesus. In His name. Amen.

七教會(1)

七教會(1)
聖經閱讀：創世記2:1-3 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年4月1日(五)

在聖經裡，七是一個相當重要的數字。在今天閱讀的經文中，我們看到上帝創造世界後在第七天休息。上帝吩咐挪亞帶七對潔淨的動物進入方舟；對以色列人來說，第七年是讓土地休息的一年；新約聖經記載耶穌被釘在十字架上時，祂說了七次話。
七這個數字在啟示錄這卷書裡也被提到很多次。約翰談到亞細亞的七個教會、七個金燈臺、七顆星和許多其他的事。
接下來的幾天，我們要來認識約翰在啟示錄第2和第3章中提到的七個教會，我們會讀到耶穌給這些教會的信息，並將這些信息應用到我們的生活中。

今天就感謝上帝賜下祂的話語──聖經，感謝祂為你創造了這個奇妙世界。—DF

「在第七天，上帝因完成了他創造的工作就歇了工。」 創世記2:2

禱告：上帝，祢是如此奇妙！感謝祢為我所成就的一切。奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(周維音譯)

Seven Churches (1)
Bible Reading: Genesis 2:1-3
Friday, April 1, 2016

　Seven is an important number in the Bible. In our Bible verses for today we see that when God created the world, He rested on the seventh day. God told Noah to take seven pairs of clean animals into the ark. For the Israelites, the seventh year was a year of rest for the land. The Gospel books of the New Testament record that Jesus spoke seven times when He was hanging on the cross.
The number seven is also mentioned many times in the book of Revelation. John talks about seven churches in Asia, seven golden lampstands, seven stars and many other things.
For the next few days we will learn about the seven churches that John mentions in Revelation, chapters 2 and 3. We will read Jesus’ messages for these churches and apply those messages to our lives.

Thank God today for His Word, the Bible. Thank Him for the wonderful world He made for you. —DF

“God finished the work he was doing, so on the seventh day he rested from his work.” Genesis 2:2

PRAYER: God, You are wonderful! Thank You for all You have done for me. In Jesus' name. Amen

充足的水

充足的水
聖經閱讀：詩篇1:1-6 現代中譯本|合和本
2016年1月20日(三)

有一個夏天，我們種了一大片菜園，菜園的絶大部份，我們撒下了不同種類的蔬菜種子，但是在一個角落，我撒了萬壽菊的種子。
我們在水管上裝了灑水器，這樣就可以為菜園澆水了，但是儘管關了水，還是會有一些水滴到萬壽菊的種子上。
那個夏天非常乾熱，我們盡可能為菜園澆水，但是產出的蔬果不如預期，然而萬壽菊卻長得又高又美。為什麼呢？因為那些一直滴下來的水給了萬壽菊充足的水分來幫助它們成長。

今天的經文閱讀提醒了我們，溪邊的樹會長得又高又壯，同理，如果我們每天閱讀上帝的話語、對祂說話，我們就能在靈裡剛強。 —BH 　

「他只愛慕上主的法律，日夜默誦不倦。他像移植溪水邊的果樹，按季節結果子，葉子也不凋零。」 詩篇1:2-3a

禱告：主，我願在靈裡剛強，求祢幫助我持守跟祢連結的關係。奉耶穌的名，阿們！

(尤榮輝譯)

Plenty of Water
Bible Reading: Psalm 1:1-6
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

　One summer we planted a big garden. In most of the garden, we planted different kinds of vegetable seeds. But in one corner of the garden, I planted some marigold seeds.
We hooked up a hose with a rotating sprinkler so we could water the garden. But even when the hose was turned off, there was still a small drip of water that fell on the marigold seeds.
That summer was very hot and dry. We watered the garden when we could, but we did not have as many vegetables as we had hoped for. But the marigolds were tall and beautiful. Why? Those steady drops of water gave the marigolds plenty of moisture to help them grow.

Our Bible Reading reminds us that a tree by a stream of water will grow strong and tall. In the same way, if we are reading God's Word and talking to Him every day, we will be spiritually strong. —BH

“Instead, they love the Lord’s teachings and think about them day and night. So they grow strong, like a tree planted by a stream.” Psalm 1:2-3a

PRAYER: Lord, I want to be spiritually strong. Help me stay connected to You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

傳道書 (8)

傳道書 (8)
聖經閱讀：傳道書8:16-17 現代中譯本|合和本
2015年8月28日(五)

這世界充滿了自認為聰明的人，其中有些人甚至認為他們能夠理解上帝，但這不是真的。今天閱讀的經文第17a節說：「我知道，人不能明白上帝的作為。」 　你知道天空有多少星星嗎？你知道宇宙有多大嗎？你知道海裡有幾滴水嗎？這些我們都不知道，但是上帝知道！ 　當思考這些問題的時候，我感到挫折，因為我想不出答案。我必須明白自己並不像上帝那樣聰明，祂並不期望我知道所有的答案，但上帝的確希望我盡全力學習，並且順服祂在聖經中的教導。 　當你思想今天的世界時，要記得上帝是智慧而且全知的；你要感謝祂賜下話語並求祂幫助你遵行祂的話。－JK 「上主說：『我的意念不是你們的意念；我的道路不是你們的道路。正如天高過地，我的道路高過你們的道路；我的意念高過你們的意念。』」 以賽亞書55:8-9 禱告：上帝，祢是何等偉大，我要讚美祢的偉大智慧。奉耶穌的名，阿們！ (林威妮譯)

Ecclesiastes (8)
Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 8:16-17
Friday, August 28, 2015

The world is filled with people who claim that they are wise. Some of these people even think that they can understand God. But that is not true. Verse 17a of our Bible Reading says, “I also saw that no one can understand all that God does.” 　Do you know how many stars are in the sky? Do you know how big the universe is? Do you know how many drops of water are in the oceans? We don’t know these things, but God does! 　When I think about those questions, I feel frustrated that I can’t figure out the answers. I need to realize that I am not wise like God. He does not expect me to have all the answers. But God does expect me to learn all I can and obey His teachings in the Bible. 　When you think about the world today, remember that God is wise and all-knowing. Thank Him for His Word and ask Him to help you obey it. —JK “The Lord says, ‘My thoughts are not like yours. Your ways are not like mine. Just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways, and my thoughts are higher than your thoughts.’” Isaiah 55:8-9 PRAYER: God, You are so awesome. I praise You for Your great wisdom. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

分心

分心
聖經閱讀：馬太福音6:25-34 現代中譯本|合和本
2015年8月20日(四)

世上有許多事可以讓我們分心、不再跟隨上帝。簡訊、手機、電子郵件和臉書讓我們一直很忙碌，而認為沒有時間禱告和思想上帝的話語。 　因為身邊有太多讓我們分心的事，所以我們必須安排每天跟上帝安靜相處的時間。找一個你可以獨處的地方，關掉電視機，把筆電和手機都收起來，然後花時間讀經並跟上帝交通。 　當花時間跟上帝在一起時，我們就會少一點憂慮。今天閱讀的經文提醒我們不要憂慮生活中需要的東西，而必須記得上帝愛我們，而且會一直看顧著我們。 　要專注於上帝和祂的話語，不要讓世事來使你分心。 －TS 「你們要先追求上帝主權的實現，遵行他的旨意，他就會把這一切都供給你們。不要為明天憂慮，明天自有明天的憂慮；一天的難處一天擔當就夠了。」 馬太福音6:33-34 禱告：天父，今天我願專注於祢，我願天天更多服事祢。奉耶穌的名，阿們！ (尤榮輝譯)

Distractions
Bible Reading: Matthew 6:25-34
Thursday, August 20, 2015

There are many things in the world that can distract us from following God. Text messages, phone calls, e-mails and Facebook keep us busy. We think that we don’t have time to pray and think about God’s Word. 　Because there are so many distractions around us, we need to plan to spend quiet time with God every day. Find a place where you can be alone. Turn off the TV and put away your laptop and phone. Spend time reading the Bible and communicating with God. 　When we spend time with God, we worry less. Our Bible verses today remind us not to worry about things we need in life. Instead, we need to remember that God loves us and will always take care of us. 　Focus on God and His Word, and don’t let things in the world distract you. —TS “What you should want most is God’s kingdom and doing what he wants you to do. Then he will give you all these other things you need. Don’t worry about tomorrow. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Tomorrow will have its own worries.” Matthew 6:33-34 PRAYER: Father, I want to focus on You today. I want to serve You better every day. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

耐心 (5)

耐心 (5)
聖經閱讀：雅各書1:2-12 現代中譯本|合和本
2015年8月18日(二)

我寫這篇文章時已經是凌晨兩點了，身體的毛病讓我感到疼痛、睡不著。日常生活中，我們都有受苦的時候，這些時候就是我們表現忍耐的機會。 　當我們受苦時，聖經充滿了鼓勵人的經文，讀這些經文幫助我們更能忍耐。羅馬書12:12說：「在盼望中要喜樂，在患難中要忍耐，禱告要恆切。」彼得前書2:20b告訴我們：「…只有因行善而忍受苦難的人才能蒙上帝賜福。」 　在今天的經文閱讀中，雅各幫助我們明白，人都會受苦，但是我們必須忍耐：「你們要忍耐到底才能達到十全十美，沒有任何缺欠」（第4節）。 　當你受苦時，要忍耐！並且要倚靠上帝的話語來得著平安和力量。 －DF 「遭受試煉而忍耐到底的人有福了；因為通過考驗之後，他將領受上帝向愛他的人所應許那生命的冠冕。」 雅各書1:12 禱告：天父，謝謝祢賜下祢的話語，幫助我為祢成為能忍耐又堅強的人。奉耶穌的名，阿們！ (尤榮輝譯)

Patience (5)
Bible Reading: James 1:2-12
Tuesday, August 18, 2015

As I write this devotion, it is 2:00 in the morning. My physical problems are causing me pain, and I cannot sleep. We all have times of suffering in our lives. These times are opportunities for us to show patience. 　The Bible is filled with verses that encourage us when we suffer. Reading these verses helps us be more patient. Romans 12:12 says, “Be happy because of the hope you have. Be patient when you have troubles. Pray all the time.” 1 Peter 2:20b tells us, “...if you suffer for doing good and you are patient, this pleases God.” 　In our Bible Reading today, James helps us understand that we will suffer but we need to be patient. “If you let that patience work in you, the end result will be good. You will be mature and complete. You will be all that God wants you to be” (verse 4). 　When you suffer, be patient. And depend on God’s Word to give you peace and strength. —DF “Great blessings belong to those who are tempted and remain faithful! After they have proved their faith, God will give them the reward of eternal life.” James 1:12a PRAYER: Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word which helps me be patient and strong for You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.