Carter Conlon | Daily Devotionals

We must long for God to speak through us again in this dark generation, just like on Pentecost. Thousands of people returned from the temple and encountered 120 individuals speaking in languages they understood, sharing the power of God and His works. The Holy Spirit empowered the 120 to do extraordinary things. This story is the origin of the church. 

We shouldn't settle for gimmicks and strategies but strive again to be vessels through whom God speaks and impacts people's lives for His glory. Let's seek the empowerment of the Holy Spirit again and do greater works in our generation for the glory of our almighty God. 

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2 Timothy 3:1–5 says, “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!”

Paul paints a bleak picture of a time when humanity collectively will descend into unprecedented depravity. The old-time saints referred to this phenomenon as gospel hardening. 

When someone has heard the truth and resisted it for so long, they have become deaf to it; let this not be our story.

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Jesus once told His disciples that you've asked nothing in my name until now. Ask, and you will receive. Your joy may be full. The Apostle James said, if any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and that it will be given to him. 

Ask God today to give you an open heart and mind so that you can recognize what you have to do and where you need to go. Ask for love, courage, wisdom, and authority. Ask for the gifts of the Holy Spirit. 

When God sends us, He equips us with everything we need to do the job. You won't be sent alone to do this work. There's an unseen power of God that goes with you. Take a moment and just ask. Joy is coming your way. 

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There are people today being called to rise and start moving towards the promises of God in Christ Jesus. Despite their struggles and a lack of understanding, the message of the cross has touched their hearts. It's touched them because they have the nature of a shepherd. 

I urge you to move toward the calling that God has placed on your life. Even though you might be battling addiction, affliction, and even low self-esteem, I encourage you to rise and start moving toward God’s promise for your life. Let His message guide you. Let His nature be formed within you. 

Leave behind your past failures and marginalization and step into a future filled with hope and God’s purpose for your life. You might be struggling, but you also care about others. God has a plan for you and them; let Him do it. 

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I want to assure you that the Son of God has a plan for your life that is far beyond what you can envision. His plan is possible because you possess the heart of a shepherd, having compassion for those under your charge. 

Even if you've experienced loss, your genuine concern for others remains unwavering. Self-fulfilling ambitions do not drive you, and you're not using people to achieve your goals. Instead, you bear the responsibility of shepherding with integrity. You refuse to burden others with what you are unwilling to bear. 

It's no coincidence that the message of God's Son was initially entrusted to shepherds. It’s a testament to the calling and purpose that He has placed within you. I urge you to embrace your role as a shepherd and live out your message with power and compassion. 

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It's an incredible privilege to stand before a new generation and declare that God's power is real. It's time for God to showcase His power through us, this generation, our families, and even those who oppose us. 

In a world where our truth is beginning to prevail, we must demonstrate the transformative power of God's Spirit in our lives. Let's embrace the responsibility of being vessels for God's power and truth through our words, actions, and the Holy Spirit's guidance. Let's bring about transformation and share God's truth with those desperately in need. 

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You might find yourself in the wilderness feeling lost and uncertain. I want you to know that the Lord is speaking to you, urging you to rise and move towards something greater than you can even understand. 

He's calling you to step into your freedom. You may feel that your freedom is insignificant or lacking power in the natural world. Let me assure you, the Son of God is not powerless—even though His voice started like a baby's whimper. 

God can create galaxies with a single word. He can raise the dead, calm your storm, and multiply your provision. He can give you hope for the future and a wellspring of living water that will never dry. Decide to step out of the wilderness and into the promises of God. His word will not fail you. 

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Genesis 6:5 says, “Then the Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And the Lord was sorry that He had made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart.”

We have grieved the heart of God as we parade our sins. New York state, like Sodom, has recently celebrated a new abortion law, which is equivalent to murder. We lit up one of our towers in the city and stuck our finger in the eye of God, daring Him to judge this sin and our society. 

We live in a terrible moment in our nation’s history. There's nothing else we can do but pray. Prayer can bring a resurgence of God's mercy one more time. 

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Jeremiah 23:1–4 says, “‘Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of My pasture!’ says the Lord. Therefore thus says the Lord God of Israel against the shepherds who feed My people: ‘You have scattered My flock, driven them away, and not attended to them. Behold, I will attend to you for the evil of your doings,’ says the Lord. ‘But I will gather the remnant of My flock out of all countries where I have driven them, and bring them back to their folds; and they shall be fruitful and increase. I will set up shepherds over them who will feed them; and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, nor shall they be lacking,’ says the Lord.”

Regardless of the shepherds' past actions, God declares that He'll gather His people, provide them with rest, and bless them abundantly. 

Hold to this promise and trust in the faithfulness of God.

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We were recently invited to Cornell University, and it's interesting to note that many of the Ivy League schools we've been asked to this year are currently facing turmoil. It's almost as if the Devil is declaring ownership over these places. 

At Cornell, about 400 students from multiple universities came. Instead of delivering a prepared message, I was led by God's Holy Spirit to share my personal story of what He has done in my life. The result was astonishing; about 200 Ivy League students were moved by the presence of God and responded. 

This story demonstrates that people search for authenticity and truth to anchor their lives. We have news today for the powers of darkness! We will go into places with the power of God, the touch of Heaven, and the testimony of the living Christ. My brother my sister, keep spreading the message of hope. 

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