Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 8

Sit Down and Listen

“Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:38-42)

Today’s Morsel: In my early years of school, the teachers would either sit and talk and teach you, or they would stand and talk and teach you. They might call on us to answer a question or ask if we understood, but they didn’t care too much about my opinion. They wanted me to know truth and the correct way. Today though, schools and churches are getting away from teaching and training truth. They don’t want to offend anyone, so they teach and facilitate based on folks’ opinion. The problem with this type of teaching and training is folks are often left with someone else’s opinion instead of solid truth. The devil isn’t a fool. Jesus said that the thief cometh not but for to steal, kill, and destroy. You need to know truth if you are going to be saved. Yes, you can listen to others’ opinions, but make sure it aligns with truth. Scripture says of Martha and Mary, “Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”  I believe that Jesus was showing us from this little lesson that sometimes you just need to sit down and listen to truth, and stop worrying about what we may think others need or may want; because it is only by truth that people are saved and made free. 

Sing: I have found the pleasure I once craved; it is joy and peace within; what a wondrous blessing I am saved from the awful gulf of sin.

It is joy unspeakable and full of glory, full or glory, full of glory; it is joy unspeakable and full of glory, oh, the half has never been told.

Thought For Today: “And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?” (Luke 24:32)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 7

Rebuilding The Altar

“And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother.” (Genesis 35:1)

Today’s Morsel: Throughout scripture, we see the importance of the altar. The altar was a means of atonement for sin and to show complete dedication and reconciliation, or reunion, with God. When Jacob returns into the land of promise after 20 plus years of trials and test with his uncle Laban, God tells him to go up to Bethel, the house of God, and make there an altar unto God. You see, when Jacob passed through this place going to reside with his uncle, God tells him in a dream that he will give him the land that he was now sleeping upon. After Jacob awakes, he took the stones which he used for a pillow, set them up as a pillar, anointed them with oil, and called it Bethel, the house of God. Now God tells him to return to the same place and rebuild the altar. Sometimes when we have been away from God, even though we may be at church, we may need to rededicate and resubmit ourselves to God afresh and anew. If you find that you may have lost focus or direction, you should return to the last known point that you had peace and contentment with God, which you will often find was the altar.  Rebuild it, recommit yourself, and start walking in your promise afresh and anew.

Sing: Just a closer walk with Thee, grant it Jesus is my plea; daily walking close with Thee, let it be dear Lord, let it be.

Thought For Today: Don’t ever forget what the altar can do for you.

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 6

Put On The Whole Armor of God

“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,” (Ephesians 6:10-19)

Today’s Morsel: I think that some Christians are not aware of what they have chosen to be a part of. Being a Christian isn’t just about going to heaven and making sure that I have punched the right ticket for life and doing good. Being a Christian is about warfare. It’s about defending and protecting the lives of others and yourself, so you can get to heaven. You have enlisted into the Lord’s army. Jesus is your Commander, and other Christians are your fellow soldiers. Satan is the commander of the evil forces, and his demons are his soldiers and the enemy we are fighting against. We are told to put on the whole armor of God, so that we may be able to survive in the battle. If you do not understand your armor’s importance and how it supports your life and the life of others, you are setting yourself up for failure. Warfare is going to put you in some very tough situations. You are going to find yourself with your back to the wall, weeping because of loss of loved ones, pain, hurt, rejection, and sickness. You may then find yourself unable to sleep, popping pills trying to relieve pain, and confusion. Stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts are going to try to pound your mind often. That’s war my friend. But God’s armor, if worn and maintained, can give you a safeguard and help to keep your focused so that you will be an overcomer. You can only win with the tools that Jesus has given you to use to win.  Know who you are in Christ and know the armor He has given you to win the battle. 

Sing: Only the strong are going to make it, only the brave are gonna win, so fight, until you can’t fight any longer, then stand up and fight again. Jesus knew that you had what it takes to make it. That’s the reason why He called your name. He knew you’d love hHim in the sunshine, and He’s hoping you’ll love Him in the rain, then you and He together can win over, and over again.

You’re gonna make it, you’re gonna make it, you’ve got what it takes to win, and I know that you’re gonna make it, yes, you’re gonna make it, just as long, as you and Jesus stay friends. 

Thought For Today: “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.” (1 Peter 5:8-9)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 4

Are You Free

“Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. They answered him, We be Abraham's seed, and were never in bondage to any man: how sayest thou, Ye shall be made free? Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. And the servant abideth not in the house for ever: but the Son abideth ever. If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” (John 8:31-36)

Today’s Morsel: For 250 years, America has celebrated her independence from Great Britian. Men and women who wanted religious freedom, and a new way of life, chose to fight and sacrifice for their independence. And they secured that freedom with the help and hand of Almighty God. And since that freedom was obtained, she has gone about to bring liberty to so many others around the world. Many nations and people have been made free because America has sought diligently to carry the whole gospel, to the who world, by the whole church, and to set the oppressed free. Jesus said, “and you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. He is the word made flesh. And His word is truth. And if the truth, Jesus said, shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. Do you need freedom? Then seek for Jesus, and His word. For, “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12)

 Sing: Once like a bird in prison I dwelt, no freedom from my sorrow I felt, but Jesus came and listened to me, and glory to God, He set me free.

He set me free yes, He set me free, He broke the bars of prison for me. I’m glory bound my Jesus to see. Glory to God, He set me free. 

Thought For Today: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.” (Luke 4:18-19)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 3

That Which Delivers

“When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee: To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things; Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness; Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked; Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths: To deliver thee from the strange woman, even from the stranger which flattereth with her words; Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God. For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead. None that go unto her return again, neither take they hold of the paths of life. That thou mayest walk in the way of good men, and keep the paths of the righteous. For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it. But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.” (Proverbs 2:10-22)

Today’s Morsel: When God enlightens us as to what will deliver us from hidden trials, troubles, and hardships, we had better take heed. Jesus said, “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10) Some folks see church as a sign of weakness, until they find themselves in trouble for doing wrong, and their life and freedom of life is on the line, then they present themselves as Christians. If you ever watch any kind of court appearance, you will notice that often the accused will appear as a well-dressed and a good, well-behaved upright citizen. But most good jurors can see right through that smokescreen and listen to the facts. When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee: To deliver thee, Solomon says. To deliver thee from evil men and the strange woman. He’s referring to Satan’s territory and domain. The strange woman is a woman who seduces men away from wisdom, righteousness, and their covenant with God. Solomon uses the term to warn young, and not so young, men against sexual immorality and forbidden relationships. He uses evil men as those who engage in harmful, or wicked behavior, often causing pain, destruction, or injustice for personal gain or pleasure. Gangs and gangsters. Unlike misguided individuals, evil men deliberately set out to cause distress, unhappiness, and the suffering of others. Hopefully, you can see by these two types of people, why one needs wisdom, knowledge, discretion, and understanding in their life. God has given us the tools to keep us safe and out of Satan’s domain. But it’s up to us to use them for our protection and deliverance. 

Sing: The Lord saved me, why should I be bound, the Lord saved me, tell me why I should be bound; The Lord saved me, tell me why I should be bound, why, should I be bound.

Thought For Today: “Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler.” (Proverbs 6:5)

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Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 2

A New Direction

“And the LORD spake unto me, saying, Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward.” (Deuteronomy 2:2-3)

Today’s Morsel: Israel wandered in the wilderness for forty years, passing the same mountain repeatedly. I’m sure that there were those who got tired of looking at that mountain and were glad when the word came for them to change direction. If we are not carefully, we, too, can find ourselves going round in circles for not heeding the word of God. That adage that says “history repeats itself” is just saying that if you don’t learn from your mistakes, they will reemerge again. If you seem to find yourself going through the same old trials and troubles, then stop and find out why. Somewhere you may need to make some adjustments in your life. Only a fool keeps making the same mistakes and expecting good to come from them. Seek God for what you are doing wrong, so that He can get you going in the right direction that will take you home to the promise land.

Sing: Let me walk blessed Lord, in the way Thou hast gone, leading straight to the land above; giving cheer everywhere to the sad and the lone; Fill my way every day with love.

Fill my way everyday with love. As I walk with the heavenly Dove; Let me go all the while with a song and a smile, fill my way every day with love.

Thought For Today:  “In the way of righteousness is life; and in the pathway thereof there is no death.” (Proverbs 12:28)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 July 1

A Good Defense

“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you. To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.” (1 Peter 5:8-11)

Today’s Morsel: If you are a follower of sports, then you know that no team ever wins without a good defense. Some folks like to think that offenses win games, but it’s really the defense. Your offense can score one hundred points, but if your defense gives up one-hundred and one, guess who is going to win.  You can go out and win hundreds of souls to the Lord, but if you don’t retain your own defense and alertness, you’re going to lose your own soul. Paul’s comments, “But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway” (1 Corinthians 9:27), he is basically saying the same thing. You must keep your own self in check. Even Jesus asked, “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” (Mark 8:36) If you want to win the game of life, then you must, “… be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. And Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;” Ephesians 6:10-18 (Emphasis mine) Stay on the alert for anything that may seem too good to be true. Watch out for those tricks played by the enemy.

Sing: Let us labor for the Master from the dawn till setting sun, let us talk of all His wondrous love and care; then when all of life is over, and our work on earth is done, and the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there. 

When the roll is called up yonder, when the roll is called up yonder, when the roll is called up yonder, when the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there.

Thought For Today: In the back of the book, it tells us that we win. But that will only be for those who protected themselves with a good defense in their life.

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 Jun 30

There Is Power In The Blood

“And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.” (Revelation 12:10-11)

Today’s Morsel: The story is told of a church testimony service where a sister stood and began to testify of how good God had been to her and her family. She was going on and on of God’s blessings, healing, deliverance, and power. But just before she sat down, she begins to say how she wanted to be so full and overflowing with Christ Jesus.  She said, Not only do I want to be so full of Christ that when the world sees me they know that I belong to Him, but I want to be so full of Christ that if a mosquito bites me, it flies away singing, 'There is Power in the Blood!’ (Humor) 

What about you? How much of Jesus would you like to have in your life? If a mosquito can recognize the power in the blood, shouldn’t we. For the life of the flesh is in the blood. If we desire life and that more abundantly, then we need His blood applied to our life. 

Sing: Would you be free from your burden of sin? There’s power in the blood, power in the blood. Would you over evil a victory win? There’s wonderful power in the blood.

There is power, power, wonder working power in the blood of the Lamb; There is power, power, wonder working power in the precious blood of the Lamb.

Thought For Today: “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.” (Ephesians 2:13)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 29

At The Cross

“Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. And the people stood beholding. And the rulers also with them derided him, saying, He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ, the chosen of God. And the soldiers also mocked him, coming to him, and offering him vinegar, And saying, If thou be the king of the Jews, save thyself. And a superscription also was written over him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us. But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation? And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss. And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:34-43)

Today’s Morsel: You know, we don’t hear preaching very much about the Cross anymore. George Orwell states, “The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history.” If Satan can get preachers and saints to stop preaching and talking about the Cross, the church will soon be destroyed. The church doesn’t need to try and keep pace with the world. The world is running headlong into hell and destruction. The church is to be a city sat on a hill that gives light and hope to a lost and dying people and world. In other words, give those in the world a place to come to for forgiveness of sins and life. Jesus told Nicodumus, “And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.” (John 3:14-15) He relates this to when the children of Israel sinned in the wilderness, God sent fiery serpents into their camp, and many of them were destroyed because of their sin and disobedience. And so God had Moses place a brazen serpent upon a pole in the midst of the camp, and when they were bitten by a serpent, they could look to the image and be healed. Jesus said that He would be lifted up in the same fashion. As Satan has caused and is causing many to sin, and many were and are dying because of sin, Jesus Christ was lifted up on a Cross at Calvary for our healing and deliverance from sin. He gave His life for the sin of the whole world. And now when people sin, they can look to Him, and seek for forgiveness of their sin, and live. We have what those in the world need, not the other way around.  Let’s not change the church, we want them to have a place to come to.  

Sing: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, it was there by faith I received my sight, and now I am happy all the day!

Thought For Today: Don’t ever forget Calvary and the Cross.

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 27

What A Savior

“And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean. And as soon as he had spoken, immediately the leprosy departed from him, and he was cleansed.” (Mark 1:40-42)

Today’s Morsel: From the raising of Lazarus from the dead, to the healing of the blind man at the pool of Silom, to the raising of the woman of Nain’s dead son, to the deliverance of the Syrophoenicians woman’s daughter possessed with demons, to the setting free the man living in the tombs possessed with thousands of demons, to turning the water into wine, at the wedding in Cana of Galilee to prevent embarrassment, to healing of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda, to feeding the multitude with five loaves and two fish, to the healing of the lepers, there was only one who was willing to give His life on a cross for our sins. There has never been one so loving, compassionate, and caring as our dear Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As the song writer said, O what a Savior.

Sing: O, what a Savior, O, hallelujah, His heart was broken on Calvary. His hands were nail scarred, His side was riven, He gave His lifeblood for even me.

Thought For Today: I love you, that’s what Calvary says.

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 26

It Is Jesus

“And it came to pass, that as he was come nigh unto Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the way side begging: And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant. And they told him, that Jesus of Nazareth passeth by. And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me. And they which went before rebuked him, that he should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me. And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, Saying, What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight. And Jesus said unto him, Receive thy sight: thy faith hath saved thee. And immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God: and all the people, when they saw it, gave praise unto God.” (Luke 18:35-43)

Today’s Morsel: My wife was sharing with me a video clip of a man asking some high school seniors some geography questions. It was amazing some of the answers they were giving. Question such as, How many continents are there? One young lady said fifty-one. One was asked to name some of the continents. And she said, France, Paris, Alaska. It was more sad than funny. Sad to say, this same spirit of not knowing has crept into the church. There are many sitting on church pews every week who have no knowledge of Christ. As Paul told the church at Corinth: “Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.” (1 Corinthians 15:34) The apostle Peter, informs us, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.” (1 Peter 2:9-10) It becomes every born-again believers’ duty to know Christ and to make Him known. When Jesus was on His way to Calvary, the noise was loud as He was exiting the city. The blind man asks what all the noise meant. They told him that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by. When he heard that, And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me. Even when they tried to get him to be quiet, he cried out louder and Jesus stopped and healed him. Do you know Him?  

Sing: Who is this who for our sorrow offers comfort and relief, bringing sunshine to the dark and shadowed life? Saying softly, “Cease repining, lift thy soul above its grief, let the peace past understanding still the strife.”

It is Jesus! Jesus! Sad one, weep no more! He will heal the brokenhearted, open wide the prison door, He is able to deliver evermore. 

Thought For Today: “That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.” (Philippians 3:10-11)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 25

Fill My Way Everyday With Love

“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.” (John 13:34-35)

Today’s Morsel: Throughout scripture, we find that love, along with faith and eternal life, seems to be the driving force for the Christian to be, know, and do. I think when it comes to love, we fail to understand which one we should use and when. Agape Love refers to unconditional, selfless, and sacrificial love, which God demonstrated towards humanity. When we become Christians, God calls for us to emulate and express this love in our relationship with Him and others. Phileo Love refers to friendship or brotherly love, characterized by mutual affection, trust, camaraderie. This love exists between friends and companions sharing common interests, experiences, and values. Eros Love refers to romantic or passionate love characterized by desire, attraction, and intimacy such as between husband and wife. I have also read that the Greeks used Storge Love to describe natural affection and loyalty in family relationship when expressing love among close family. This love exists between parents and children, siblings, and other family members, rooted in kinship bonds and shared experience. But no matter which one we use, and when we use it, it must be according to God’s will. As God is love, John said. John also informs us: “In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.” (1 John 3:10) So, every day we ought to pray that God will fill our way with His love, so that we may walk as He walked and reveal who we are in Him. “Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.” (1 John 4:7-8)

Sing: Let me walk blessed Lord in the way Thou hast gone, leading straight to the land above; Giving cheer everywhere to the sad and the lone, fill my way every day with love.

Fill my way every day with love, as I walk with the heavenly Dove; Let me go all the while with a song and a smile; Fill my way every day with love.

Thought For Today: “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” (1 John 4:11)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 24

Rock of Ages

“A Psalm of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple. For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.” (Psalms 27:1-6)

Today’s Morsel: One of the imageries we read in scripture about Jesus Christ is that of a Rock. Moses says: “He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.” (Deuteronomy 32:4; “Of the Rock that begat thee thou art unmindful, and hast forgotten God that formed thee.” (Deuteronomy 32:18); “For their rock is not as our Rock, even our enemies themselves being judges.” (Deuteronomy 32:31) Hanna says: “There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God.” (1 Samuel 2:2) David says: “For who is God save the LORD? or who is a rock save our God?” (Psalms 18:31); “The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.” (Psalms 18:46) “And he said, The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer;” (2 Samuel 22:2) Peter says:“And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.” (1 Peter 2:8) and Paul says:“Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; And did all eat the same spiritual meat; And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.” (1 Corinthians 10:1-4) So why did all these writers tell us that our Lord and God is a Rock? As Paul again says: “For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 3:11) For Jehovah, the Lord God Almighty is the Rock of our Salvation, and the true foundation. He is the stone which the builders refused. He is the Rock that the children of Israel drank from in the wilderness. And He is the one in whom the New Testament Church and our lives must be built upon. And that is the Lord Jesus Christ, the Rock that has been with us through all ages. 

Sing: Rock of Ages cleft for me, let me hide myself in Thee. Let the water and the blood, from Thy wounded side which flowed, be of sin the double cure, save from wrath and make me pure. 

Thought For Today: “O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.” (Psalms 95:1)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 23

Learning To Lean

“My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Proverbs 3:1-6)

Today’s Morsel: The more that I walk with God, the more I find that I need to lean on Him. I have come to realize that He is a strong tower and a mighty fortress. The Bible tells us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and to not lean unto our own understanding. You see, I am not the sharpest knife in the drawer, and neither are you. We can’t just trust in God when hardships and unwanted circumstance come into our lives. Israel shows us what happens when we live that way. When you trust God only when your back is against the wall, and you haven’t been trusting Him before, you will find that you have too many negative voices speaking to you, and against you, that nothing in your situation, hardship, and circumstance is going to change. Thus, you find yourself struggling to believe. Or should I say, you find yourself with weak faith. The same way that we are encouraged to pray without ceasing, we must trust God without ceasing. To trust God with all our heart, is to believe His word for what it says and obey it. Sometimes, when you read God’s word, it may not make sense to you. And that is because it’s not a natural book. It is a spiritual book. And you need His Spirit to guide you so that you can understand what it is saying and its meaning. Let me encourage you, don’t lean unto your own understanding. Learn to lean on Jesus and you’ll find that He will see you through every time.

 Sing: I’m learning to lean, learning to lean, learning to lean on Jesus; finding more power than I’d ever dreamed; I’m learning to lean on Jesus.

Thought For Today: “The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.” (Psalms 34:22)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 22

Listen To The Word of God

“Again he said unto me, Prophesy upon these bones, and say unto them, O ye dry bones, hear the word of the LORD.” (Ezekiel 37:4)

Today’s Morsel: If you are lacking in faith, Paul tells us that faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God (Romans 10:17). Ezekiel found himself being placed by God in the midst of a valley of dead dry bones. And the Lord tells him to prophesy to those bones, and to tell them, O ye dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. Many today are suffering from dry bone syndrome because they are not listening to the word of the Lord. The dry bone syndrome is those who can’t seem to find any satisfaction. They are the ones who are running to and fro, trying to find peace and joy but afterwards only finding themselves returning right back to the same location they left just as discontented as they were before they left. If you are one of those that fall into this category, then you must hear and heed the word of the Lord. His word gives life. His word brings peace. His word will satisfy your need for every situation and circumstance. Jesus Christ is the word (John 1:1;14), and He is the only one that can give you true contentment, peace, joy, and satisfy your soul.

Sing: For only Jesus can satisfy, your soul, and only He can change your heart and make it whole: He’ll give you peace you never knew, sweet love and joy and heaven, too; For only Jesus can satisfy your soul!

Thought For Today: Don’t allow the gloom, despair, and agony on me bug get into your heart.

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 20

Elijah Must Come

“Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD: And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” (Malachi 4:5-6)

Today’s Morsel: Tomorrow we will celebrate Father’s Day. My friend, David Hutson, just published a book entitled, “Elijah Must Come.” It’s available on Amazon or directly from him should you desire a copy. It has been reported that 30% of American homes are without fathers. James said, my brethren, that ought not so to be. We need fathers at the forefront leading their homes and bringing their children up in the fear of God. Scripture also tells us,“Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.” (Proverbs 17:6) This verse highlights that children are honored by having wise, godly parents, which set a standard for the family and their life. A father’s duty runs deep, as he must be a reflection and godly example of his Heavenly Father. The Lord said that He would send Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD: And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers. When we hear and study the word of God, it ought to cause all of us, fathers and children, to draw closer to each other, so that God’s will can be done in each life. As the psalmist said, “Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.” (Psalms 127:3-5) Children need their fathers.  They are a strength and guiding force in their children’s life.  Men, I encourage you to draw close to the Lord and allow Him to mold you to be the men He desires you to be.  

Sing: Heavenly Father, I appreciate You, Heavenly Father, I appreciate You, I love You, adore You, I bow down before You, Heavenly Father, I appreciate You.

Thought For Today: Happy Father’s Day!

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 19

What’s Troubling You?

“Then said Elkanah her husband to her, Hannah, why weepest thou? and why eatest thou not? and why is thy heart grieved? am not I better to thee than ten sons?” (1 Samuel 1:8)

Today’s Morsel: There seem to be many folks suffering with many things these days. Thoughts of rejection, thoughts of failure, thoughts of loneliness, thoughts of childlessness, thoughts of retirement, and thoughts of the future. Some of them have carried these thoughts for so long, that not even the word of God seems to bring them relief and comfort, even though we know that it can. Hannah was hurting because she wanted a child. Her adversary provoked her every time they went to sacrifice. Even though her husband tried to comfort her, it was to no avail. As Solomon said, the barren womb is never satisfied. And when people aren’t satisfied, the heart is going to run wild. What’s ailing you today? Let me encourage you. There is nothing that God cannot fix, do, and comfort. Maybe you should just get into your secret closet and have a little talk with Jesus and let Him direct your steps so that you can be an overcomer and move on with life. 

Sing: Because He lives, I can face tomorrow, because He lives, all fear is gone; because I know, He holds the future, my life is worth the living just because He lives.

Thought For Today: “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) 

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 18

Do You Know How To Fight?

“A Psalm of David. Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight: My goodness, and my fortress; my high tower, and my deliverer; my shield, and he in whom I trust; who subdueth my people under me.” (Psalms 144:1-2)

Today’s Morsel: If you ever wonder what and who made David a great warrior, it was God. David said it was God which taught his hands to war, and his fingers to fight. Scripture also tells us that, “The LORD is a man of war: the LORD is his name.” (Exodus 15:3) What better person to teach you how to fight and be successful than God Himself. Through His word, God will enlighten you and show you how to defeat your enemies. Many Christians are being defeated and losing the battle against Satan and his demonic forces because they don’t know how to fight. Paul states, “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.” (2 Corinthians 10:3-6) If you as a Christian soldier, do not practice justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God, the enemy will defeat you every time. If you do not know how to pray, apply the scriptures that you read and study to your life, and operate in submission, the enemy will defeat you. If you do not know how to work as a team, know your duty as a good Christian soldier, and how to practice good ethical behavior, the enemy will defeat you. If you do not know how to live godly, holy, clean, and lift-up your fellow man, the enemy will defeat you. When Absolom wanted to go after his father, David, and to take the kingdom from him, he is warned,  “For, said Hushai, thou knowest thy father and his men, that they be mighty men, and they be chafed in their minds, as a bear robbed of her whelps in the field: and thy father is a man of war, and will not lodge with the people. Behold, he is hid now in some pit, or in some other place: and it will come to pass, when some of them be overthrown at the first, that whosoever heareth it will say, There is a slaughter among the people that follow Absalom. And he also that is valiant, whose heart is as the heart of a lion, shall utterly melt: for all Israel knoweth that thy father is a mighty man, and they which be with him are valiant men.” (2 Samuel 17:8-10) He said your father and the men with him are men of war, and they know how to fight. So you had better be very careful. Because if you do not know how to fight your father and his men will kill you. What about you? Do you know how to fight? As Paul told Timothy, “No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.” (2 Timothy 2:4)

Sing: I’m a soldier, in God’s army, and I’m fighting, I’m claiming victory. I will not give up, I will not turn around, I’m a soldier marching heaven bound.

Thought For Today: “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:10-11)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 17

Purpose To Speak Life Into Others

“A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.” (Proverbs 15:4)

Today’s Morsel: I have been trying my very best to watch what I say, how I say things, and when I should just keep quiet. We know that according to scripture that, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” (Proverbs 18:21)What I say can either kill someone else, to include myself, or give each of us life. The Bible also inform us that, “A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!” (Proverbs 15:23) If you will notice, God wants us to use our mouth to give life, encouragement, build-up, and edify others. Not to tear them down nor destroy their lives. Solomon says that a wholesome tongue is a tree of life. When speech is wise, comforting, and truthful, it can bring healing and peace. It can also restore, revitalize, and give nourishment to a starving soul, and elevate others to believe in themselves, and in God’s ability to do great things through them. As Christians, we must always keep the ‘Golden Rule’ at the forefront of our thoughts and speech. In other words, the way that you want others to speak to you, that is how you should speak to others.  

Sing: Thanks, Thanks, I give You thanks, for all You’ve all done, I am so blessed, my soul has found rest, O’ Lord, I give You thanks.

Thought For Today: “There is nothing from without a man, that entering into him can defile him: but the things which come out of him, those are they that defile the man.” (Mark 7:15)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 16

Justice Applies To You Too

“Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, and bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, or with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?” (Micah 6:6-8)

Today’s Morsel: I am not being judgmental, but I am afraid that there are going to be many people shocked on the day of Resurrection when Jesus returns. If people are now afraid of dying, what are they going to do when they must stand before Christ to give an account of the things done in this life whether good or bad? What about those who have not practiced justices? Scripture informs us, “Now these be the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the man who was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel, said, The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his word was in my tongue. The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.” (2 Samuel 23:1-3) David states that God says that leaders must rule with equality and reverence, rather than personal gain. David’s words are a blueprint for godly leadership, emphasizing that true authority requires justice and a recognition that leaders are subject to God. Leaders must be righteous, upright, fair, and equitable. They must not be impartial.  And neither must we. They must always be ruling in the fear of God. When the man asked the prophet Micah what he must do to appear before God, he is told that God had already shown him. And that is, to do justly, love mercy, and to walk humbly before God. If you are going to lead, lead right or sin will surely find you out. As James says, “If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.” (James 2:8-9)

Sing: To be like Jesus, to be like Jesus, on earth I long to be like Him. All through life’s journey, from earth to glory, I only ask to be like Him.

Thought For Today: “He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.” (1 John 2:6)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 15

Prayer

“But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:7-15)

Today’s Morsel: I believe that a Christian ought to have certain habits in their life. And one of those is that of prayer. Prayer isn’t about how loud you can shout or making a spectacle of yourself. Prayer is a relationship between you and God. It’s you getting alone with Him and making your petitions known, and you interceding for others. David seems not only to be a great warrior, but also a great leader of soldiers and a great witness for the nation of Israel and others. David was a man of prayer. Maybe Daniel understood through David’s example of prayer that God grants great victories. Maybe Jesus’ example of how to pray in teaching His disciples, was a pattern taken from David’s prayers, since David often spoken much of praise, adoration, worship, and intercession to God and about God in his psalms.  Prayer ought to be those still quiet moments where you can hear that still small voice speaking to you. It should be a time of true love and respect for the One whom you love and appreciate for all that He’s done for you. Jesus said that when you pray not to use vain repetition. Vain repetition refers to babbling, stammering, or uttering useless, empty phrases without sincerity or any heart with it. This verse does not forbid persistence or repeating the same request in prayer but rather prohibits treating prayer like a magical formula or a way to impress God with a multiplicity of words. Jesus states in verse 8, that God already knows what people need before they ask, making excessive pleading unnecessary. That is why I believe it’s key when we sit down and talk with God in more of a relational setting, than babbling words of no effect. As James says, the effectual fervent prayer of the righteous man availeth much.

Sing: I may have doubts and fears, my eyes be filled with tears, but Jesus is a friend who watches day and night, I go to him in prayer, He knows my every care, and just a little talk with Jesus makes it right. (Chorus)

(Chorus)Now let us have a little talk with Jesus, let us, tell Him about our troubles, He will, hear our faintest cry, and He will answer by and by; now when  you feel a little prayer wheel turning, you’ll know a little fire is burn, you’ll find a little talk with Jesus will make it right.

Thought For Today: “And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.” (1 Chronicles 4:10)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 13

Those Caissons Go Rolling Along

“Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by the hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, one of the king's captains. The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour were two thousand and six hundred. And under their hand was an army, three hundred thousand and seven thousand and five hundred, that made war with mighty power, to help the king against the enemy. And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host shields, and spears, and helmets, and habergeons, and bows, and slings to cast stones. And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong.” (2 Chronicles 26:11-15)

Today’s Morsel: Tomorrow, we will celebrate the U.S. Army’s Birthday. The U.S. Army was founded on June 14, 1775. 251 years ago. About a year before America became a nation. The Caissons Go Rolling Along, is the U.S. Army theme song. It was written by Lt. Edmund Gruber in 1908. It refers to the horse-drawn wagons (Caissons) carrying artillery ammunition. The phrase, “rolling along” signifies the constant, unstoppable forward movement of Field Artillery and the entire Army. It also symbolizes progress, endurance, and momentum, serving as a metaphor for the Army’s unstoppable force and determination. For 251 years, the U.S. Army has proven itself to be unstoppable by any foe. They have shown what men and women can do who have a determination and zeal to win. Like David’s mighty men, the U.S. Army has proven that it, too, can take those who are discontent, indebt, and distressed, and turn them into a mighty force to be reckoned with. We thank God for all our men and women in uniform who are, and those who have gone before, that willing sacrifice themselves so that this great nation may be free. As Jesus said, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) Our awesome Army does this daily.  

Sing: Then it’s hi, hi, hey, the Army’s on its way, count off the cadence loud and strong. For where e’er you go, you will always know that the Army goes rolling along. 

Thought For Today: Happy Birthday Army! Hooah!

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 12

Walking As Children of The Light

“Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. Be not ye therefore partakers with them. For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light: (For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;) Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:6-10)

Today’s Morsel: When I was in the Army, in the infantry, it was usually hard to see where you were going or the person in front of you during movement at night in the dark. And so one of the things we did was sew illumines tape on the back of our helmet bands, which represented cat eye, making it easier for us to see the person in front of us, and this allowed us to see where we are going. This proved beneficial and helped us to navigate more efficiently and reduce noise at night which could give away our location. 

Paul informs us that we were sometimes in darkness, but now that we are born again, we are light in the Lord and should walk as children of light. John said, “This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.” (1 John 1:5); “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.” (1 John 1:7) If we follow the example that Jesus has left for us in His Word, we will walk as lights. As there is no darkness in Him at all.

Sing: Let me walk in the light, in the great gospel light, let me walk in the gospel light. Till my journey is over and I travel no more, let me walk in the gospel light.

Thought For Today: “He that saith he is in the light, and hateth his brother, is in darkness even until now.” (1 John 2:9)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 11

Getting Rid of Fear

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.” (1 John 4:18)

Today’s Morsel: What is it about fear that backs folks into a corner? Causes them to have anxiety? Become afraid of dying? Afraid to living alone? Afraid of failure? Being fearful of others? Fear is just False Evidence Appearing Real. Paul informed Timothy: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7) So we can see that fear comes from Satan. John lets us know that fear torments us because we have not become perfect, or made complete, in God’s love. In other word, we have not settled it yet in our minds and hearts, that Jesus Christ is all that we need, and that He will protect us from all hurt and danger, and that He will provide everything that we have need of. Fear will keep tormenting you until you get things settled in your mind that you are no longer going to let it. The only fear you ought to have in your life is a fear and reverence for the things of God.

Sing: I’ve got Jesus on the inside, working on the outside, O, what a change in my life. I’ve got Jesus on the inside, working on the outside, O’ what a change in my life.  I’ve got Jesus on the inside, working on the outside, O, what a change in my life. O, what a change in my life.

Thought For Today: “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” (Matthew 10:28)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 10

How To Lose Your Peace

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” (Isaiah 26:3)

Today’s Morsel: How many times have you heard people in church asking prayer for them to have peace? How do born again believers lose their peace? Didn’t Jesus tell us that He would leave His peace with us? (John 14:27) Didn’t Isaiah tell us that Jesus was the Prince of Peace? (Isaiah 9:6) And doesn’t scripture tell us that He, Jesus, is our peace? (Ephesians 2:14) And isn’t peace a byproduct of the Holy Spirit? (Galatians 5:22-23) And doesn’t Paul tell us, “Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus?” (Philippians 4:6-7) And that if we would follow the things which we have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with us.” (Philippians 4:9) So, why do we need to pray for peace when we already have it? Is there a different peace out there other than the one that Jesus has already given and left for us that is better than His? How can one lose something as important as the peace of God in their life? I conclude that if it is missing in folks’ lives, it’s because they have taken their minds off Christ and put it on something that is less important than Him. So what they need to do is get their mind centered once again on Him, and His peace will return to their life.

Sing: When peace like a river, attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll, whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, it is well, it is well, with my soul. It is well, with my soul, it is well, it is well, with my soul.

Thought For Today: “For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.” (Romans 8:6)

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 2026 June 9

The Just Shall Live By Faith

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.” (Romans 1:16-17)

Today’s Morsel: Throughout scripture, we are told to walk by faith and not by sight. We know that the Bible informs us: “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him” (Hebrews 11:6); And according to that same book, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.” (James 1:5-8). What does it mean for the just shall live by faith? Those of us who have been born again must now trust God and believe in Him no matter what we are facing and going through. Nothing, Paul said, ought to be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus. Our relationship and walk with God ought to be cemented and sealed. There ought not to be any wavering in our belief of God’s word and His ability to fulfill His word in our lives. If we doubt Him when our back is against the wall, we are not walking and living by faith, we are walking and living by sight. The Bible tells us that both Abraham and Noah believed God, and it was accounted to them both for righteousness.

Sing: This is my desire to honor You, Lord, with all my heart I worship You, and all I have within me, I give you praise, and all that I adore is in You.

(Chorus)Lord, I give you my heart, I give You my soul, I live for You alone, every breath that I take, every moment I’m awake Lord, have Your way in me.

Thought For Today: “And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.” (Matthew 17:20)