Isaiah 40:31 New International Version (NIV)  Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. For Meditation “O, No! This is not happening,” Kim said, throwing her hands into the air. This was the fourth … Continue reading Renewed Strength

Luke 2:13 New International Version (NIV) Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God. For Meditation This could have been one of those nights when this company of men looked forward to a refreshing rest after a busy day. There was nothing unusual around to warn and prepare them … Continue reading The Surprise Factor

Matthew 22:16 New International Version (NIV) “Teacher,” they said, “we know that you are a man of integrity and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You aren’t swayed by others, because you pay no attention to who they are. For meditation Isn’t it interesting how people come around with … Continue reading Pushing the Right Button

Daniel 4:26 New International Version (NIV) The command to leave the stump of the tree with its roots means that your kingdom will be restored to you when you acknowledge that Heaven rules. For Meditation Heaven rules! Many times we forget this. I have watched people sit on television making proclamations as if they set the … Continue reading Heaven Rules!

Galatians 4:4-5 New International Version (NIV) But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. For Meditation Nothing warms the heart and refreshes the soul more than assurance and affirmation from the Lord in times of distress … Continue reading I Thought About You

Joshua 1:9 New International Version (NIV) Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” For meditation The story is told of a going-out-of-business sale by Satan. All his prized weapons were put on display with their price tags … Continue reading Discouraged?

Matthew 7:13-14 New International Version (NIV) “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. For Meditation The drive to our village … Continue reading The Broadway of Life

1 Samuel 13:11-12 New International Version (NIV) “When I saw that the men were scattering … I thought, ‘Now the Philistines will come down against me at Gilgal … So I felt compelled to offer the burnt offering.” For meditation There is a hilarious story told of a rural pastor who was in desperate need for … Continue reading Desperate Moves

Matthew 8:24 New International Version (NIV) Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. For Meditation I was expecting a quiet morning with my family that day. I thought I deserved it, after a hard week’s work, so my wife and I … Continue reading Furious Storms