Posted on Oct 5, 2020
SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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BONUS-DAILY BREAD SHARE OF THE DAY

Every Moment Counts
Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 4:1–8

Keep a clear mind in every situation. . . . Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you. -2 Timothy 4:5

When the Titanic hit an iceberg in April 1912, Pastor John Harper secured a spot for his six-year-old daughter in one of the limited number of lifeboats. He gave his life-vest to a fellow passenger and shared the gospel with anyone who would listen. As the vessel sank and hundreds of people awaited an unlikely rescue, Harper swam from one person to another and said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved” (Acts 16:31 kjv).

During a meeting for survivors of the Titanic in Ontario, Canada, one man referred to himself as “the last convert of John Harper.” Having rejected Harper’s first invitation, the man received Christ when the preacher asked him again. He watched as Harper devoted the last moments of his life to sharing Jesus before succumbing to hypothermia and sinking below the surface of the icy water.

In his charge to Timothy, the apostle Paul encourages a similar urgency and dedication to selfless evangelism. Affirming God’s constant presence and the inevitable return of Jesus, Paul charges Timothy to preach with patience and precision (2 Timothy 4:1–2). The apostle reminds the young preacher to remain focused, though some people will reject Jesus (vv. 3–5).

Our days are limited, so every moment counts. Like Paul and Pastor Harper, we can be confident that our Father secured our spot in heaven as we proclaim, “Jesus saves!” (vv. 6–8). —Xochitl E. Dixon

How does knowing your days are limited increase your urgency to share the good news of Jesus’ love? Who do you want to reach today?

Jesus, please give us opportunities to share You with others today and every day until the day You call us home.
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SPC Margaret Higgins
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I have responded in kind before, in the mornings, I read from: 'The Book of Common Prayer'. SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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SSG Michael Noll
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Thank you for the daily bread share Brother Joe
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Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen
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Thanks for sharing.
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