Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Proverbs 13:16 New Living Translation (NLT) Wise people think before they act; fools don’t—and even brag about their foolishness. For Meditation During their morning devotion, a wise grandfather shared a scripture with his eager grandchildren: “I said in my haste, all men are liars” (Psa. 116:11). This scripture, often misunderstood, reflected … Continue reading A Tale of the Wise and Foolish
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You Cannot Hide Your Identity
Matthew 26:73-74 New King James Version And a little later those who stood by came up and said to Peter, “Surely you also are one of them, for your speech betrays you.” Then he began to [a]curse and swear, saying, “I do not know the Man!” For Encouragement Peter had already lost the battle when he entered the high priest’s house. He probably … Continue reading You Cannot Hide Your Identity
God Knows Why
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 New International Version (NIV) Rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. For Meditation Trusting God in our pain is a profound struggle. It’s a path filled with questions about His fairness and justice, where tears offer a brief respite, and prayers seem … Continue reading God Knows Why
Faith that Receives
2 Kings 4:20 New International Version After the servant had lifted him up and carried him to his mother, the boy sat on her lap until noon, and then he died. For Your Encouragement I can see her through the faces of thousands of women in war-torn cities, drought-stricken countries, and refugee camps. Anguished souls, … Continue reading Faith that Receives
It’s Time to Bow the Knee
Genesis 24:26-27 New International Version (NIV) Then the man bowed down and worshiped the Lord, saying, “Praise be to the Lord, the God of my master Abraham, who has not abandoned his kindness and faithfulness to my master.” For Meditation He was the chief servant of Abraham on a mission to court a wife for his master’s son. The journey was … Continue reading It’s Time to Bow the Knee
Fight In the Right Armor
1 Samuel 17:38 New International Version (NIV) Then Saul dressed David in his own tunic. He put a coat of armor on him and a bronze helmet on his head. For Meditation I find it comical. King Saul has the armor he trusts. He has won many victories in it; even against the Philistines. But not … Continue reading Fight In the Right Armor
Think Before You Start It.
Proverbs 17:14 New International Version Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; it unleashes a destructive force that can wash away the peace and harmony in your relationships. So drop the matter before a dispute breaks out, and the flood of conflict overwhelms you. Your Encouragement Going on the offensive can be an excellent … Continue reading Think Before You Start It.
Set My Soul Free to Praise You.
Photo by Crazy Monkey on Pexels.com Psalm 142:7 New International Version (NIV) Set me free from my prison, that I may praise your name.Then the righteous will gather about me because of your goodness to me. For mediation The prophets Jeremiah, John the Baptist, Apostles Peter, Paul, and John, along with many faithful saints, have experienced life … Continue reading Set My Soul Free to Praise You.
Hope That Cannot Fail
Colossians 1:27 New King James Version To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. For Encouragement How could a young man, raised in a home with no Gospel knowledge, hope for heaven? How could he receive biblical instructions … Continue reading Hope That Cannot Fail
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 