Matthew 12:31-32 New International Version And so I tell you, every kind of sin and slander can be forgiven, but blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this … Continue reading Blasphemy!
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A True Friend
James 2:23 New International Version (NIV) And the scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called God’s friend. For meditation. The three men enjoyed the hospitality of Abraham’s home and the delicacy of Sarah’s cooking. After saying their goodbyes to their host, they … Continue reading A True Friend
Equipped for Service and Growth
So Christ Himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up—Eph. 4:11-12 A gift must be purposeful if it is to benefit the recipient. Sadly, many gift-givers miss this point. Some people can afford something beautiful, so they give, … Continue reading Equipped for Service and Growth
Freed Like A Bird!
Luke 7:39 New International Version When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.” For Encouragement She came to worship, and pure worship she gave. Her tears overflowing … Continue reading Freed Like A Bird!
Grateful to Women in the Lord’s Vineyard
Luke 8:1-3 New International Version After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out; Joanna the wife of Chuza, … Continue reading Grateful to Women in the Lord’s Vineyard
Get Reconciled and Come Back
Matthew 5:23-24 New Living Translation “So if you are presenting a sacrifice at the altar in the Temple and you suddenly remember that someone has something against you, leave your sacrifice there at the altar. Go and be reconciled to that person. Then come and offer your sacrifice to God." For meditation How would you feel … Continue reading Get Reconciled and Come Back
Forfeited Blessings
Job 42:10 New International Version After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before. For Meditation What would have happened if Job had refused to pray for his three friends when God directed them to him? They had called him everything from self-righteous to a … Continue reading Forfeited Blessings
Don’t Start It!
Proverbs 17:14 New International Version Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out. Your Encouragement Going on the offensive is an excellent strategy for physical warfare. The most lethal blow is always the sneak attack. In relationships, however, it is destructive. You build distrust and dismantle … Continue reading Don’t Start It!
Hearts of Gold
But the child’s mother said, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So he got up and followed her—2 Kings 4:30. She did not ask for any favors when she hosted Elisha whenever he came by (2 Kings 4:10). It was just an act of hospitality. When the man … Continue reading Hearts of Gold
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 