Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God.” (John 3:3)

One quiet night, Jesus is approached by Nicodemus, a wealthy religious leader and teacher in Israel. Jesus looks Nicodemus in the eye and tells him he must be born again. Confused, Nicodemus wonders how this is possible, especially given his high status as a teacher of God’s Word. Jesus continues to explain that he must be born of the Spirit, comparing the Spirit to the wind, which we cannot see or predict.

“For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God.” (1 Peter 1:23)

When someone claims to be born of God, there should be evidence of Christ becoming a regular part of their nature. Just as planting an apple tree produces apples, when the Gospel of Jesus Christ takes root in your heart through faith, and you confess your need for His forgiveness and Spirit, you will experience more of Jesus in your life.

“Don’t you realize that those who do wrong will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t fool yourselves. Those who indulge in sexual sin, worship idols, commit adultery, are male prostitutes, practice homosexuality, are thieves, greedy, drunkards, abusive, or cheat people—none of these will inherit the Kingdom of God. Some of you were once like that. But you were cleansed; you were made holy; you were made right with God by calling on the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.” (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)

As Christians, we still struggle with our sinful nature. Paul discusses this in Romans 7, and even toward the end of his life, he calls himself the chief of sinners. This acknowledgment doesn’t stem from a reckless abandonment of sin, but rather from realizing how far he falls short of being like Jesus in every way.

This awareness leads him to rely on Jesus’ mercy and grace more than ever. Is Christ growing in you more and more? If not, could it be that you need to take Jesus’ words more seriously than you thought?

“So don’t be surprised when I say, ‘You must be born again.’” (John 3:7)

There is a clear distinction between struggling with sin as a believer and blatantly disregarding God’s Word. God knows who belongs to Him.

Prayer:

Dear Jesus, I acknowledge that You sacrificed Yourself and died for my sins, and that You rose from the grave so that I could have eternal life. Please forgive me of all my sins and come into my heart. Be my Lord, my God, and my Savior. Grant me the power of Your Spirit to live for You all the days of my life. In Your heavenly name, Amen.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.” (Hebrews 11:1-3)

Faith is often described as a flickering flame within our hearts, but what happens when that flame grows into a roaring fire? When we allow our faith to be ignited, it transforms our lives and the lives of those around us. A faith on fire is not just a passive belief; it is an active, vibrant conviction that propels us to trust in God’s promises, even when circumstances seem bleak.

Consider the stories of biblical heroes like Abraham and Moses. Their faith was not based on what they could see, but on the assurance that God was faithful to His word. Abraham left his homeland, not knowing where he was going, simply because God had promised him a future. Moses faced the Red Sea with confidence, knowing that God would provide a way. Their faith was a fire that fueled their actions and led them to accomplish great things for God’s kingdom.

Take a moment to reflect on your own faith. Is it a flicker or a roaring fire? What steps can you take to stoke the flames of your faith? Consider journaling your thoughts or sharing them with a trusted friend. Let this devotion remind you that a faith on fire is a gift from God, meant to be shared and celebrated.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, ignite the flames of faith within us. Help us to trust in You wholeheartedly, even when we cannot see the path ahead. May our faith be a light in the darkness, inspiring others to seek You. We ask for a deeper understanding of Your promises and the courage to act upon them. Let our faith burn brightly, drawing us closer to You and illuminating the world around us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 20:3)

Jehoshaphat, King of Judah, faced a major dilemma. His enemies greatly outnumbered him. To make things even worse, his enemies had joined forces with the other enemies of Israel and were making plans to destroy him and his kingdom. Then one day a messenger came to King Jehoshaphat and warned him that massive army was seen headed his way, bent on his ddestruction. The rumors were true, It was now confirmed! It was hopeless. There was no way that he could meet this army with what he had. He was going to be destroyed. What did Jehoshaphat do? The Bible says that he “set himself to seek the Lord.” He prayed, “O our God, will You not judge them? For we have no power against this great multitude that is coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are upon You” (2 Chronicles 20:12).

The Lord told Jehoshaphat, “Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s. Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the Lord, who is with you” (2 Chronicles 20:15–17).

Jehoshaphat and his army went out to meet their enemies, but did something nobody expected. He ordered his the worship team out on the front line armed with only their voices, the Bible says that when they began to sing and praise the Lord, the enemy started fighting among themselves and destroyed each other.

Maybe you are facing what seems like an impossible situation right now. You may not be able to see a way out. But God can. Call on Him. Then stand still and see what He will do.

“You are not helpless or hopeless. Your destiny is in the hands of a God that loves you and wants to bless you, heal you and protect you.”

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, help me for I am battling the inner demons of depression, sadness, and often hopelessness. Shine Your warm heavenly light down on me. I am in need of strength, courage and healing. Help me to be gentle with myself whenever I regress. Give me courage and strength to move forward following You way. Thank you for the special ones that love me, my family and friends. Guide me to find rest, happiness, and contentment in myself and in life. Today, I desire to choose You above everything else. Give me a heart of compassion and a willingness to think of others before myself. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Invitation:

If you are reading these devotions and are not a follower of Jesus Christ, please be aware that these seeds of scripture are being sown in your heart right now… I am praying that they start to take root in your heart and you come to know personally the greatest truth you will ever hear.. Jesus Christ died on a cross for you. He loves you and He cares for you. When you call His name and ask for His help, He will set you free..  Click Here if you would like to learn more about Gods salvation or ask Him into your heart.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Jesus entered Jericho and made his way through the town.  There was a man there named Zacchaeus. He was the chief tax collector in the region, and he had become very rich. He tried to get a look at Jesus, but he was too short to see over the crowd.  (Luke 19:1-2)

According to the world’s standards for evaluating worth, Zacchaeus was a failure. He was extremely short; he was disliked by everyone because he was a tax collector; and he even hated himself.

He was not proud of what he had achieved in life because he knew he had cheated people to get where he was. He was powerful and had a lot of money, but he absolutely had no friends and was incredibly lonely.

But one day Zacchaeus’ life was completely changed because Jesus walked by and wanted to spend time with him, he realized how much he mattered to God.

When Zacchaeus learned that Jesus was coming to town, he wanted to see him, but he was too short to get a glimpse above the crowd.

“So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree beside the road, for Jesus was going to pass that way. When Jesus came by, he looked up at Zacchaeus and called him by name. “Zacchaeus!” he said. “Quick, come down! I must be a guest in your home today.”” (Luke 19:3-5)

That very moment when Jesus looked up and noticed Zacchaeus. Can you imagine how Zacchaeus’ felt? Did his heart start pounding, did he experiance butterflies deep in his stomach? Jesus was looking right at him, a small, despised, insignificant man.

Why did Jesus stop at that tree and look at him? Because He knew that’s exactly where Zacchaeus was.

God knows exactly where you are too. He knew where you were a week ago and he knows where you now and even where you will be tomorrow. You may feel like you’re stuck in a tree right now in your life. God knows where you are. You may feel like you’re out on a limb, Jesus knows. You may feel all alone, but Jesus stops and notices. You are not forgotten, you are not alone.

No tear has ever been hidden from Him. No hurtful word said to you has ever passed that he missed. No abuse has ever occurred that he didn’t see and grieve with you. He sees it all.

“What is the price of five sparrows, two copper coins? Yet God does not forget a single one of them. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows.” (Luke 12:6-7)

The greatest gift of love anyone can ever receive is attention. When you give people your time, you give them your life. When you pay attention to someone and look them in the eye, you are saying, “You matter to me. You are valuable.”

There is never a moment, never a second in your life that God is not paying attention to you. He notices you 24 hours a day because he loves you; you are valuable to him.

Don’t forget to call your loved ones this Thanksgiving holiday and  spend some time and let them know they matter to you. Make amends to the ones you may need to, and brighten the day of someone that wouldn’t expect you to call. Let them know that they matter and you still care.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, Thank You for the always noticing me no matter how insignificant I may feel in the world, how lonely I may be because family doesnt call or how screwed up I may get. Today I come to You with nothing but empty hands and a heart that desires more of You. Please Lord, take my life and do with it as you please. I trust You and desire to glorify Your name in all that I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Invitation:

If you are reading these devotions and are not a follower of Jesus Christ, please be aware that these seeds of scripture are being sown in your heart right now… I am praying that they start to take root in your heart and you come to know personally the greatest truth you will ever hear.. Jesus Christ died on a cross for you. He loves you and He cares for you. When you call His name and ask for His help, He will set you free..  Click Here if you would like to learn more about Gods salvation or ask Him into your heart.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, and faith, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. (Galatians 5:22-23)

Even in life’s darkest hours, the Holy Spirit, our Comforter, can bring the light of God’s joy to the darkest corners of disappointment. Because the Holy Spirit is alive within us, joy will sooner or later bubble to the surface. The Spirit’s very presence is our reminder of two truths: that Jesus was raised from the dead and poured out the Spirit on us when we became his followers (Titus 3:3-7) and that God has assured us of sharing his glorious future with us (2 Corinthians 1:22). Where the Holy Spirit finds a home, there we will find joy. Thank God we are that home! (John 14:1-23)

“Fruit is always the miraculous, the created; it is never the result of willing, but always a growth. The fruit of the Spirit is a gift of God, and only He can produce it. They who bear it know as little about it as the tree knows of its fruit. They know only the power of Him on whom their life depends.” Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, I welcome you into my home. Until I can come home and be with you, I thank you for making your home within me through the Holy Spirit. I thank you for the joy that is mine knowing that you live in me until I can come and live with you. In Jesus’ name I thank you and praise you. Amen.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Therefore you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you. (John 16:22)

If Heaven had visiting hours, Today I would clear my schedule. I would leave my phone behind, along with all the other responsibilities that seem so important at times. I’d tell everyone not to worry, that I would be back soon. “I’m going to see you, my Mom.”

I would pack a bag of things that you liked to eat, not forgetting your favorite sweet rolls. Also some things to show you, stuff you’ve missed since you’ve been gone.

I would make my way up to Heaven to see you for the first time since your passing. After reaching the entrance gates, I’d see you standing there, looking as beautiful as ever, Your eyes clear and gleaming again, no more pain or sadness hiding in them. Your smile is bigger than ever before. All signs of illness are gone. Nothing remains but the look of complete happiness.
I’d hug you tight, never wanting to let go. It’s been too long since I’ve heard you say “I love you”

We’d sit on a bench much like the one at the park in front that old car. We were at Trail Dust town where I took you the last birthday I spent with you. I’d hold your hand and rest my head on your shoulder, much like we did that day – just you and I. I’d tell you stories and Jokes to make you laugh, a sound I’ve missed more than you could ever know.

If Heaven had visiting hours, I’d tell you about it all. I’d tell you about the nights I’ve cried because I miss having you around. I’d tell you about the laughs we have somehow been able to share. Life without you hasn’t been easy, I’m sure you’ve seen it all. However, there have been ups to go along with the downs.

After catching up on all the things that’s happening at home, we could spend the rest of the afternoon doing all the things we used to do when you were still around. I would share with you that I’m still writing the Christian devotions everyday, hoping that you have been able to continue to read them in Heaven.

When the day is over and it’s time for me to go, I’d be so sad to leave you. I’d remind you how much I love you and am trying to make you proud.  I’d give you one more hug, not wanting to let go. But it would be OK, because Heaven would still have visiting hours, and I could just come back again.

Madeleine Lavallee
February 21st 1935 – July 2nd 2016

Happy Birthday Mom! I Love and Miss you…

July 3rd 2016 – Saying Goodbye with Peace

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, please protect us from the vicious attacks of the enemy. Give us strength and protection when we are caught in the sadness of missing the ones we love. Please heal the hearts of the ones that have lost their parents, spouses, children or any loved ones in general.
Thank You the gift of ever lasting life with You in Heaven. All we have to do is ask You into our hearts and live for you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Behold the proud, His soul is not upright in him; But the just shall live by his faith.” (Habakkuk 2:4)

Faith… at its root, is trusting in God. To have faith is to trust that God is going to do what He says He will do. This is the essence of the Christian walk, and it is part of our salvation and our continued journey with the Lord. The hardest part about faith often comes in the waiting. God has promised us many things, including His return, yet our waiting for that to happen can be difficult. This is why it’s important to trust what God says over what we see around us.

When we look at the world around us, we see on a global level corrupt governments, sinful behaviors and the devil wreaking havoc in people’s lives. This has caused us at times to cry out, “Lord Jesus, come,” but as we pray this, we also need to walk in faith. We need to trust that God’s plan is better than ours. He may be allowing the suffering to continue for a little longer so that others may come to salvation through Jesus. The good news is that one day He will return and when He does, all things will be made right and our world will never be the same. This is not a fairy tale, this is reality. Yes, we believe it by faith, but our faith is in the One God who has proven Himself faithful time and time again.

“When Christ returns, the world will be remade, our flesh will be made new and the devil will be destroyed.”

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, Thank You for the promises in Scripture. Give me the faith to trust in those promises regardless of what I am feeling or what I see in the world around me. I believe with my whole heart that You are God, that Jesus is my Savior and that He will one day return. Give me the power to share this message of hope with all those around me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16)

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)

Prayer is an incredible gift bestowed upon us as Christians. When we approach God in prayer, we transcend our own limitations and engage in a profound conversation with the Creator of the universe. The book of Hebrews encourages us to “come boldly to the throne of grace.” Just think about it—though we may feel weak and broken, we can approach God’s throne with confidence, assured that He hears us.

Yet, how often do we present God with mere wish lists and plans, potentially overlooking the greater blessings that await us? In our prayers, as we express our gratitude and present our petitions, we cultivate a deeper faith. While sharing our heart’s desires with Him, we discover our own desires aligning more closely with His. Often, it is not our circumstances that change through prayer, but rather, it is our hearts that undergo transformation. What a joy it is to know that when we lift our voices to God, we receive hope, peace, and a life forever altered.

“The goal of prayer is not to have God answer according to our desires, but for our hearts to be attuned to receive based on His desires.”

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for loving me and allowing me to come before You today. Because of Jesus, I can approach You directly, confident that You are listening. Please continue to transform my heart and mind to reflect that of Christ. I lift up my family and friends who may not yet know You. Grant me the opportunity to share the Gospel with them today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Jesus Christ says, Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him. (Revelation 3:20)

The Bible assures us of eternal life for all who accept Christ:

God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” (1 John 5:11-13)

If you have not yet asked Jesus into your heart, you can receive Him right now through faith and prayer.

Prayer is simply a conversation with God. He knows your heart, so there’s no need to worry about wording it perfectly. Here’s a suggested prayer to guide you:

Lord Jesus, I want to know You personally. Thank You for dying on the cross for my sins. I open the door of my life and receive You as my Savior and Lord. Thank You for forgiving my sins and granting me eternal life. Take control of my life and make me the person You want me to be.

If you’ve prayed this prayer, congratulations! Luke 15:7 tells us that when one sinner turns to Jesus Christ as Savior, the angels rejoice. There’s a celebration in heaven right now over your decision! Remember this day as your “second birthday,” the moment you were born into a new life in Christ. You can trust in God’s Word that He has answered your prayer.

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Rob Lavallee

Scriptural Seeds Ministries

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