The following is the bible reading program for the month of

August 2008.

August 1

 

"Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death" (James 1:15).

 

Lust is any desire outside the boundaries of God's Word and His will. If left unchecked, lust will lead to sin, and ultimately separation from God.

 

August 2

 

"For in him we live, and move, and have our being…" (Acts 17:28).

 

The Lord is the power source for everything you do in life. Depend on Him to give you the strength and ability to be successful.

 

August 3

 

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end" (Jeremiah 29:11).

 

God has a plan for your life. Obey His Word and trust Him to bring it to pass.

 

August 4

 

"According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue" (2 Peter 1:3).

 

Everything you need to prosper in life has been provided to you by God. When you have a personal relationship with Him, you can walk in His power and get results.

 

August 5

 

"The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ…" (Romans 8:16, 17).

 

When you are born again, you are a child of God and have a right to every blessing that God has promised through Jesus Christ.

 

August 7

 

"In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths" (Proverbs 3:6).

 

Acknowledging God means consulting Him before making any decisions. When you do, He will always lead you in the way that you should go.

 

August 8

 

"Do you see a man diligent and skillful in his business? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men" (Proverbs 22:29, The Amplified Bible).

 

Diligence is the key to seeing the manifestation of God's blessings. Whether it is on your job, a personal business endeavor or your application of the Word of God, remain diligent and consistent.

 

August 9

 

"A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent" (Proverbs 28:20).

 

Faithfulness is the key to lasting prosperity and true riches. Allow God to bring you into the financial level He has ordained for your life by staying faithful to Him and His Word, and continuing to do what He has called you to do.

 

August 10

 

"For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another" (Psalm 75:6, 7).

 

God is the one who promotes you. When you are faithful to what He calls you to do now, you prove that you are ready to go to the next level.

 

August 11

 

"And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you; That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing" (1 Thessalonians 4:11, 12).

 

Being diligent and minding your own business is a sign of spiritual maturity. When you do this, you demonstrate integrity.

 

August 12

 

"Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase" (Proverbs 13:11).

 

Wealth is acquired over time. Don't fall prey to get-rich-quick schemes. Trust God and work hard doing both the spiritual and natural aspects of wealth acquisition.

 

August 13

 

"Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall" (Proverbs 16:18).

 

When you exalt your plans, purposes and pursuits above God's plan for your life, you are operating in pride. Being proud precedes a downfall. This is a spiritual law.

 

August 14

 

"And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up" (Deuteronomy 6:7).

 

Make it a priority to teach your children the truth of God's Word. This will ensure they grow up with a strong spiritual foundation.

 

August 15

 

"And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing" (Isaiah 10:27).

 

The anointing is the burden-removing, yoke-destroying power of God. When the anointing is applied to your situation, by speaking the Word over it in faith, your circumstances will change.

 

August 16

 

"I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me" (Galatians 2:20).

 

The Christian life is lived through the power of God; you can't do it on your own. You cannot be what God wants you to be in your own ability. Rely on the power of Jesus Christ working in and through you, which enables you to be a successful Christian.

 

August 17

 

"Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you" (John 15:15).

 

When you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, God calls you His friend. You can trust Him to hold up His end of the relationship and you uphold yours by obeying His Word.

 

August 18

 

"Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy" (1 Timothy 6:17).

 

Don't put your confidence in money. Instead, trust God. He is your Source, and will always supply you with the resources you need.

 

August 19

 

"The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations…" (2 Peter 2:9).

 

God will always make a way of escape out of the temptations that you face. It is up to you to recognize His way out, and take it!

 

August 20

 

"And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus" (2 Timothy 3:15).

 

The Word of God will give you the wisdom you need in life. The Bible is the manual for successful living; so spend time in it every day.

 

August 21

 

"But thus saith the LORD, Even the captives of the mighty shall be taken away, and the prey of the terrible shall be delivered: for I will contend with him that contendeth with thee, and I will save thy children" (Isaiah 49:25).

 

Your heavenly Father is so eager to defend you and redeem what the enemy has stolen from you. Trust in His delivering power.

 

August 22

 

"And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover" (Mark 16:17, 18).

 

There are benefits that come with accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior. You have power over the devil and the kingdom of darkness. Use your authority to combat evil so that you can live a victorious life.

 

August 23

 

"But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof" (Romans 13:14).

 

In order to avoid fulfilling the desires of the flesh, put yourself in remembrance of the power of Christ that is working in you. It gives you the ability to overcome your

 

August 24

 

"He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good" (Proverbs 19:8).

 

Acquiring wisdom from God's Word demonstrates that you care for your spiritual well-being. Gaining insight is beneficial to your success.

 

August 25

 

"Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger" (Proverbs 19:15).

 

Don't allow laziness to become your downfall. In addition to doing the spiritual things necessary to be successful, you must also be diligent and work hard on your job, business or whatever else God has called you to do.

 

August 26

 

"The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil" (Proverbs 19:23).

 

To fear God is to respect Him enough to obey His Word. Obedience will preserve your life and protect you from the attacks of the enemy.

 

August 27

 

"Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge" (Proverbs 19:27).

 

Don't continue to listen to advice that goes against the Word of God. Seek the Lord, His Word and the wisdom of mature Christians who can give you godly counsel.

 

August 28

 

"All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing forward or perverse in them" (Proverbs 8:8).

 

Keeping your speech pure is an essential part of your success. Guard your mouth and watch your words. Don't speak things that oppose God's Word.

 

August 29

 

"The simpleton believes every word he hears, but the prudent man looks and considers well where he is going" (Proverbs 14:15, AMP).

 

Don't be gullible and believe everything you hear. Take time to seek God for wisdom and discernment.

 

August 30

 

"What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee" (Psalm 56:3).

 

Whenever fear tries to attack you, turn to the Lord. Bind the spirit of fear and trust God for your divine protection.

 

August 31

 

"For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled" (Matthew 5:18).

 

God's Word is infallible. It will always come to pass.