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Scripture:
1 Peter 3:18a
(RSV) – “For Christ also died for sins once for all,
the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us
to God,” (bolded for emphasis).
Message:
Jesus
died one time for all sin and for all people who accept His gift
of grace and forgiveness.
Once for
all, Lord, you paid the price,
Made the sacrifice, I’m forgiven!
Once for all you went to Calvary,
Hung upon that tree, I’m forgiven.
Though unworthy as I am,
On the cross you bore my sin,
And I’m forgiven!
A thief
that hung there with you
Said “Jesus remember me.”
And in your deep compassion
You said, “Today, you’ll be with me.”
Long ago,
you tore the veil from me,
So that I could see, I’m forgiven!
And I know, when life is over here,
I don’t have to fear, I’ll go on living.
I have eternal life today.
Once for all, you made a way,
Now I’m forgiven! Yes, I’m forgiven,
Once for all, forgiven.1
Prayer:
Thank you, Father, that You gave Your Son to die one time for
all of my sins, past, present and future, so that I can be
forgiven and dwell in Your presence forever. Amen.
Nancy
Ebersole
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First Baptist Church Tangerine, Florida
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“Once For All” by written Nancy Ebersole. 1987 © Copyright.
Used by permission.
Last Devotional for the
2026 Lenten season.
We hope you felt the sincerity and feeling
of these personal experiences from members and friends of
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Scripture:
1 Peter 1:3 (NIV) – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord
Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth, into a
living hope, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the
dead.”
Message:
Away in
a manger a baby was laid
A humble beginning, We’d say.
Mary and Joseph knew this was God’s child.
So strange to start life here that way.
In a
manger where normally cattle would feed,
This, tiny one slept in the night.
One day He would grow up and see our great need.
For us He would give up His life.
And I
thank You Father, Your love was revealed
When our Savior was born in the hay.
Who could have imagined what mercy You gave
Away in a manger that day.
Away in
a manger where this baby lay,
Who knew the price He would pay?
The Father had sent down His very own Son
So the hearts of mankind might be won.
In a
manger was lying the King of all Kings.
Wise men would worship His birth.
Led by a star, they brought treasure to Him,
Revealing they knew His great worth.
Away on
a hill side we call Calvary,
Jesus had become a man.
We needed a Savior, He hung on the tree,
He did this to honor God’s plan.
And I
thank You Father, Your love was revealed
When our Savior came to this earth.
Today, we bring our gift of worship to Him,
Revealing we know His great worth.
Yes, I
thank you, Father, Your love was revealed
When our Savior was born in the hay.
Who could have imagined what mercy you gave,
Away in a manger that day.1
Prayer:
Dear
Lord, thank You for the mercy You showed to us when Jesus was born
in a manger. Amen.
Nancy Ebersole
First Baptist Church Tangerine
Tangerine, Florida
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“God’s Mercy” by Nancy Ebersole. 2021 © Copyright. Used by
permission.
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Scriptures:
2 Corinthians12:9 (NIV) – “My grace is sufficient for you, for
my power is made perfect in weakness.”
Matthew 4:19 (NIV) – “Come, follow me,” Jesus
said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.”
Acts 16:29-31 (NIV) – “The jailer called for lights,
rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. He then brought
them out and asked, ‘Sirs, what must I do to be saved?’ They
replied, ‘Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved – you and
your household.’”
Message:
When
the angel came to Mary
And told her of the Savior’s birth
She must have marveled at the wonder
Of why God had chosen her.
She was just a young woman
From a family of humble means.
Why would the God of all creation
Choose her as mother of our King?
The disciples were ordinary
Among the people that day.
But they saw God’s love in Jesus
When He passed by their way.
They followed when He called them.
He gave a special job to them.
To spread His love and gracious mercy,
That’s why today we can know Him.
I’d like to know how many people
The jailer led to Christ,
After Paul and Silas told him
He could have eternal life.
I’m sure he and his family
Must have passed the message on,
And told their friends and neighbors
About God’s risen Son.
God uses ordinary
Today like He did then,
To spread His message of salvation
So we can be freed from our sin.
Don’t underestimate the power
In ordinary you.
When you share the love of Jesus,
Others may come to know Him too.1
Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for giving me the ability to serve You through
the power of Your Holy Spirit living in me. Amen.
Nancy
Ebersole
First Baptist Church Tangerine, Tangerine, Florida
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“God Empowers Ordinary People” by Nancy Ebersole. 2022 © Copyright.
Used by permission.
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