1 Chronicles 22:12 New International Version May the Lord give you discretion and understanding when he puts you in command over Israel, so that you may keep the law of the Lord your God. For Meditation Solomon is now firmly established as king over Israel. He followed his father’s instructions and secured his position. With the nation stable, he gathers … Continue reading The Value of A Father’s Blessing
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You Owe Her Love and Honor
Mother kissing and hugging baby 2 Kings 4:30 New International Version 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. For Encouragement “Didn’t I tell you, ‘Don’t raise my hopes’?” the Shunammite woman cried. (2 Kings 4:28), The Shunammite … Continue reading You Owe Her Love and Honor
God Knows Why
Acts 27:9-11 New International Version (NIV) Much time had been lost, and sailing had already become dangerous … But the centurion, instead of listening to what Paul said, followed the advice of the pilot and of the owner of the ship. For meditation Have you ever felt restless when things don’t turn out the way … Continue reading God Knows Why
Appropriate Response to the Boastful.
Isaiah 36:21 New King James Version But they held their peace and answered him not a word; for the king’s commandment was, “Do not answer him.” For Encouragement How do you respond to the boastful? Silence! Silence, though frowned upon by the world, can calm anger, quiet boastful individuals, and distabilize enemies. Trusting in God against … Continue reading Appropriate Response to the Boastful.
Quenching that Thirst
Photo by Du2022u2022 Nyau on Pexels.com Psalm 42:2 New International Version (NIV) My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? For meditation The Psalmist describes his intense need for God and asks when he could go and meet Him in the temple (Ps. 42:1). An overwhelming desire in his … Continue reading Quenching that Thirst
Obedience that Begets Joy
Photo by REAFON GATES on Pexels.com John 15:10-11 New International Version If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. For Meditation … Continue reading Obedience that Begets Joy
Out Of Your Mind
Photo by James Wheeler on Pexels.com Mark 3:21 New International Version When his family heard about this, they went to take charge of him, for they said, “He is out of his mind.” For Meditation That is what they will say about you sometimes when you commit all your energies and attention to the Lord and … Continue reading Out Of Your Mind
Singing His Praises With Your Life
Psalm 100 New International Version (NIV) Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.For the Lord is good and his … Continue reading Singing His Praises With Your Life
The Death of the Faithful
Psalm 116:15 New International Version Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants. For Meditation The Oldman sat in his sick bed with sensors attached all over his body, monitoring his vital signs. He cleared his throat and began addressing his four children surrounding him. His speech was candid, with great optimism … Continue reading The Death of the Faithful
