David Rose
Ministries
Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4
CELEBRATING ELEVEN YEARS OF MINISTRY 2015-2026
FRONT PAGE ARTICLE
The Word of God
by David G. Rose
Do you have a Bible? Many people have several copies of the Bible in various versions and translations. Did you know that just having a Bible in your home or office will have little impact unless you actually read it? And Christians are expected to read their Bible regularly.
Noted British theologian John Stott once stated: “We must allow the Word of God to confront us, to disturb our security, to undermine our complacency and to overthrow our patterns of thought and behavior.” And when we read it, we can expect some powerful results.
a. Did you know that the Bible can make you wise? 2 Timothy 3:15 NKJV, “And that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.” And Psalm 19:7, “The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.” Only the unwise ignore the Word of God
b. Did you know that the Bible can build you up? Acts 20:32 NKJV, “So now, brethren, I commend you to God and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.” Many people spend time building up their physical muscles and totally ignore their spiritual life. The Word can make you strong!
c. Did you know that you can find Salvation through the Word? James 1:21 NKJV, “Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.” The Apostle Paul said in Romans 1:16, “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek.”
d. Did you know that the Bible is the best curriculum for study? 2 Timothy 3:16 NKJV, “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” And in Romans15:4, “For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.”
e. Did you know that the Bible is potent seed to be sown? Luke 8:11 NKJV, “Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.” Paul confirmed this truth in 1 Corinthians 3:6, “I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow.” As seed, it must be planted to reap a harvest. Whenever we quote the Word, we plant the Word. God brings the harvest.
When we use the Word of God, we must speak with accuracy and truth. It is our privilege to search (examine, scrutinize, investigate) the Word and must do so while in prayer and completely engaged in the process. Put down the phone and other distractions and lean into the Word as you would a well-cooked steak dinner!
May we be like King David in Psalm 119:46-47 NKJV, “I will speak of Your testimonies also before kings and will not be ashamed. And I will delight myself in Your commandments, which I love.”
Next week: Our Great Deliverer
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Current/recent affiliations include:
DRM - David Rose Ministries
AG - Assemblies of God
FBAS - Board member of the Fort Bend
Archaeological Society
FBCHC - FT. Bend County Historical Commission
FBH - Fort Bend Herald newspaper articles
XP - Xulon Press
FBHA - Fort Bend History Association
JPT - Jerusalem Prayer Team
JPN - JUMAA Prayer Network (Reaching Muslims)
PRST - Pastors' Resource Support Team
MCA - Morton Cemetery Association
Texas History Book : God and Texas
Dave has written historically documented stories from Texas past, that show how God touched the lives of the early settlers. To purchase a copy of "GOD and TEXAS" click here or Amazon.com
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All-day Praise!
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep
for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV
Saturday Devotional
May 16, 2026
Authority
SCRIPTURE
& PRAYER
Romans 13:1-5 ESV - Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore, whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer. Therefore, one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.
Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to humbly submit to your Word. In the Name of Jesus I pray.
Biblical Relationships
Understanding Biblical Relationships
Our Relationship with the World:
Separation
by David G. Rose
We continue our series of articles on Biblical relationships. Basing our study in John 15, we have discussed our 3-fold relationship with Christ, and our 3-fold relationship with one another. Now, we focus on out 3-fold relationship with the world.
Jesus said in John 15:19 KJV, “If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.” When we became Christians, we changed. We no longer belong to this corrupt world, but to the Kingdom of God.
The Apostle Paul clarified it in 2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Having been changed, we are now strangers and foreigners in this world. As Paul said in 2 Corinthians 6:17 NIV, “Therefore, come out from them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.”
We are to be separated from the world and separated to God through Christ. This means that we must change our lifestyle, behaviors, and compromised alliances. Easy to say, but difficult to do. But do it we must!
Next week: Our Relationship with the World: Opposition
GUEST ARTICLE
Guest Columnist: Wayne Brent retired from the software industry, and his interests include golf, reading, and bridge. He and his wife have been married for 37 years.
The Vineyard Workers
and God’s Graciousness
by Wayne Brent
The story of the workers waiting in the market place for jobs, and being hired by the vineyard owner throughout the day has always been an interesting story in Matthew’s chapter 20, but from a business standpoint it never made sense.
Specifically, the part where the owner paid the laborers hired in the afternoon the same amount as those who had worked all day, did not seem fair to those who spent more time in the vineyard working.
Things start to clear up when instead of looking from a purely business point of view, it was considered how the people who worked in the fields may have seen things when it was time to get paid for their efforts. Those who worked all day expected they were going to be paid the agreed amount, and that is what they received. The ones who arrived later in the morning, and throughout the afternoon probably didn’t know how much, or even whether, they were going to be compensated. Not surprisingly, the vineyard owner took care of them all. And the only thing required for them to be provided for was to agree to come to his vineyard and work.
Looking at this story from a deeper level, it came into focus as an illustration of God’s tremendous grace, and the ability to accept His offer of it whether it happens early or late in life. The point is, He wants us to be with Him, and to be in His service as we work in His “vineyard.”
Matthew 20:13-16 - “But he answered and said to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong; did you not agree with me for a denarius? Take what is yours and go your way, but I wish to give to this last man the same as to you. Is it not lawful for me to do what I wish with what is my own? Or is your eye envious because I am generous? Thus the last shall be first, and the first last.”
Steps to
Finding
New Life
in Christ
If you desire to make Christ the Lord over your life, here are six important steps to take right now:
Therefore, comfort each other and edify one another.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Finally....
For stay at home Christians...
We started this ministry with you in mind. Recent reports state that many Christians no longer attend a church. They have been offended, or have to work, or they cannot physically leave their home, and so they stay at home.
Our heart is to reach out to you with Bible studies, hospital visitation, prayer for the sick, serving the Lord's Supper, counsel, etc. Just call on us and we will be of ministry if possible.
There is no obligation or membership. When you need personal ministry, click here for more information >>>>
1. Admit that you have sinned against God- Romans 3:23
2. Understand that Jesus died for your sins and offers cleansing and salvation - Romans 5:8
3. Remember that if you continue to ignore the call of Christ, you will spend eternity separated from God - Romans 6:23
4. Place your faith in Christ. He will save you and provide a life of blessing - Romans 8:1
5. Confess your sins to Christ and repent for your works against God - Romans 10:9-10
6. Invite Jesus to be the Lord and Master of your life - Romans 10:13
Pray this prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that only you can forgive sins. I ask you to come into my heart, forgive my sins, and be the ruler of my life. Thank you for saving me from my sins. Thank you for the love that you show me everyday. I now know that eternal life is a gift given from you. I pray and ask that you be the Lord of my life, lead me, guide me and
direct my path that I may walk each and every day with you. In the wonderful name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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