Acts 10-12, Proverbs 11:1-15

What God said to me – Words are so important – they can bring life or death, encouragement or hurt.  Be careful what you say.  Just because you know something doesn’t mean you have to say it.  Be slow to speak.  You must learn to turn to Me before you speak just as much as before you act.  Learn to hold your tongue until you have turned to Me for guidance.  A flippant, careless word, even in teasing, can do much damage.  Choose words that are encouraging and uplifting, even in joking.  Don’t be quick to join in complaining or gossiping – it’s easy to do.  Stop and think – what good thing can I say?  What words can you say that will turn the focus to Me or what is right and good?  You have the power to influence those you come in contact with just by your words.  Choose your words wisely and glorify Me in your speech.

Acts 7-9, Proverbs 10:17-32

What God said to me – What you must always remember whatever you are going through in your life, whether good or bad is that “I AM” sovereign.  In the good times, it’s easy not to think about it and in the difficult times, it’s easy to question it, so you must purpose to meditate on that truth and hold it close to your heart.  Dwell much on that one thing . . . grasp it and make it your own so that when difficult times come, it’s an easy thing to hold on and walk with Me and trust Me.  Your unbelief and lack of trust don’t change the fact that “I AM” in control, but it makes your struggles so much more difficult.  When you acknowledge My sovereignty in your life and in the world and live in the light of it, My peace will fill you and you become an instrument useful to Me and pleasing to Me.

Acts 4-6, Proverbs 10:1-16

What God said to me – “I AM” sovereign God, creator of all the universe and “I AM” in control of that universe and the lives in it.  As time races to an end, things become more and more difficult . . . creation is groaning under the weight of sin . . . the nations rage, fighting My control.  You must walk closely with Me and listen to Me.  The worse the circumstances become, the bolder you must be.  “I AM” the one who will enable you to speak with boldness to tell of My greatness and power.  “I AM” the one who will fill you and give you the message to proclaim.  For your part, you must be devoted to Me and our time together and obey quickly and faithfully.  “I AM” sovereign God.