2 Samuel 13:4 New King James Version And he said to him, “Why are you, the king’s son, becoming thinner day after day? Will you not tell me?” Amnon said to him, “I love Tamar, my brother Absalom’s sister.” For Meditation It happens every day—the fat lie of Eden. The eyes see something that awakens impure desire, … Continue reading It Is A Lie!
David
Covenant-Keeping Friends
1 Samuel 23:18 New International Version The two of them made a covenant before the Lord. Then Jonathan went home, but David remained at Horesh. For Encouragement When the billows roll and the waves surge, when the storms become angrier and the darkness around deepens, every lightning that lights the skies and thunder that rumbles force us … Continue reading Covenant-Keeping Friends
The Language of Encouragement
1 Samuel 23:17 New International Version “Don’t be afraid,” he said. “My father Saul will not lay a hand on you. You will be king over Israel, and I will be second to you. Even my father Saul knows this.” For Encouragement “Don’t be afraid.” The language of encouragement the Lord has spoken to announce His … Continue reading The Language of Encouragement
The Warmth of Encouragement
1 Corinthians 16:17-18 New International Version I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you. For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition. For Encouragement The Apostle Paul recalls his joy when Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus visited him in prison with a provision that … Continue reading The Warmth of Encouragement
Be Encouraged
1 Samuel 23:16 New International Version And Saul’s son Jonathan went to David at Horesh and helped him find strength in God. For Encouragement David and his men had fought to save Keilah from the Philistines (1 Sam. 23:1-6). Saul misread the situation, thinking the Lord had imprisoned David in Keilah, a fortified city, for him … Continue reading Be Encouraged
Fear Not!
1 Samuel 17:10-11 New International Version Then the Philistine said, “This day, I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man, and let us fight each other.” On hearing the Philistine’s words, Saul and all the Israelites were dismayed and terrified. For Encouragement It was a moment to exalt the LORD before the Philistines and their … Continue reading Fear Not!
When Something Gives Way…
Photo by Irina Iriser on Pexels.com 1 Samuel 29:9 New International Version Achish answered, “I know that you have been as pleasing in my eyes as an angel of God; nevertheless, the Philistine commanders have said, ‘He must not go up with us into battle.’ For Meditation What was David thinking when he marched with Achish into … Continue reading When Something Gives Way…
Under His Wings
1 Samuel 25:31 New International Version And when the Lord your God has brought my lord success, remember your servant. For Your Encouragement Was Abigail an opportunist—a gold digger, as some call her, for making the plea to David to remember her when he came into his kingdom (1 Samuel 25:31)? The beautiful woman needed rescue … Continue reading Under His Wings
The Language of a Father’s Heart
Photo by Min An on Pexels.com 2 Samuel 18:33 New International Version The king was shaken. He went up to the room over the gateway and wept. As he went, he said: “O my son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom! If only I had died instead of you—O Absalom, my son, my son! For Meditation … Continue reading The Language of a Father’s Heart
