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Billy Graham's Daily Devotion

Don't Compromise

September 29, 2013

Out of his glorious, unlimited resources he will give you the mighty inner strengthening of his Holy Spirit.
–Ephesians 3:16 (TLB)

Horace Pitkin, the son of a wealthy merchant, was converted and went to China as a missionary. He wrote to his friends in America, saying, “It will be but a short time till we know definitely whether we can serve Him better above or here.” Shortly afterward, a mob stormed the gate of the compound where Pitkin defended the women and children. He was beheaded and his head was offered at the shrine of a heathen god, while his body was thrown into a pit with the bodies of nine Chinese Christians.

Sherwood Eddy, writing about him, said, “Pitkin won more men by his death than he ever could have won by his life.” Christ needs people today who are made of martyr stuff! Dare to take a strong, uncompromising stand for Him.

Prayer for the day

Thank You, Lord, for the examples of those who have gone before us. Help me to take hold of Your unlimited strength, too.

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9 Comments

Stephen says 9.29.2012, 09:54 a.m.

We are really blessed to have missionaries fearlessly carry the good news to other parts of the world. We should follow their example and support them in any way possible so that they can be strengthened in the Lord. Thank you Jesus.

Gerry says 9.29.2012, 09:42 a.m.

The "Walk" may be far more challenging than the "Talk". However , nothing is impossible with Christ.

ruben says 9.29.2012, 02:05 a.m.

Amen!!!

Carolyn G. says 9.27.2012, 9:31 p.m.

We should take up our cross and follow Jesus. That means even to the point of death.

Fufa says 9.29.2011, 07:53 a.m.

Having spiritual relationship with the people of God is very essential by this time as every thing in the world is so tough.

Gerry says 9.29.2011, 06:37 a.m.

We, believers, living in North America are very blessed with many things that some may take for granted. (freedom of speech, etc.) We talk about our unwavering faith. However how would we actually respond if we faced imminent death for our faith as many do in other countries. Early on, Peter thought his faith in Christ was solid as a rock until he was faced with the same potential fate as our Messiah faced. Fear overwhelmed him .......and the rest is history. May God continue to Bless North America and may North America continue to serve God.

nichole says 9.29.2011, 06:29 a.m.

Glory... amen"

dave says 9.29.2011, 06:01 a.m.

Pray that I become more christian like

mick says 9.28.2011, 1:20 p.m.

and all we generally have to sacrifice is little!

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