Video of the Day: Clip from the 1976 movie “Rocky 1″
Bible Verse of the Day:
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone, Colossians 4:2-6.
Biblical Connection:
Rocky Balboa loses his locker at a local boxing gym. When Rocky confronts his trainer about this decision, Mick doesn’t think Rocky has what it takes anymore. Down on his luck and desperate for any sort of employment, Rocky is willing to be a sparring partner. This is when a boxing promoter gives Rocky the chance of a lifetime, to fight for the heavy weight championship title.
In a letter to the Church at Colosse, the apostle Paul provides spiritual advice for Christians to start each day. First, devote yourself to prayer. Second, be watchful and thankful for the little things in life that often go unnoticed. Finally, when an opportunity arises, allow prayer and wisdom to guide you, seizing the moment in this land of opportunity.
Closing Prayer:
The apostle Paul talks about keeping in step with the Holy Spirit in Galatians 5:25. When you apply this concept to the lyrics of Keep Me in the Moment, you’ll be prepared to make the most of every opportunity that God provides. Be ready to seize the moments you have this fall.
by Jay Mankus
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