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
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Change Your Song
Psalm 98:1 New International Version (NIV) Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things;his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him. For meditation The doctors said they couldn’t have children, but they believed otherwise because of their faith in Jesus. They were young and newly married. They prayed and waited for years. … Continue reading Change Your Song
When God Is In It
Nehemiah 6:16 New International Version (NIV) When all our enemies heard about this, all the surrounding nations were afraid and lost their self-confidence, because they realized that this work had been done with the help of our God. For Meditation When we start something with God and follow His guidance, we may face challenges, but … Continue reading When God Is In It
Eschewing Selfishness Is Christlike
Eschewing Selfishness Is Christlike Philippians 2:3-4 New International Version (NIV) Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your interests, but each of you to the interests of others. For Meditation Selfishness is a basic human problem that has affected people since the time … Continue reading Eschewing Selfishness Is Christlike
Celebrating God’s Goodness
Psalm 34:6 New International Version (NIV) This poor man called, and the Lord heard him;he saved him out of all his troubles. For Encouragement It’s easy for our judgment to slip when we’re desperate. In those moments, we often make choices that aren’t wise. Think about David’s time in the wilderness, running from King Saul. … Continue reading Celebrating God’s Goodness
Synchronized Covenant Walk
Amos 3:3 New International Version (NIV) Do two walk togetherunless they have agreed to do so? For Meditation It is a beauty and delight to watch two synchronized swimmers performing in perfect unity. One cannot help but admire the artistic display and precision in every move they make. The question of how they do it … Continue reading Synchronized Covenant Walk
And The Lord Heard
Numbers 12:2 New International Version (NIV) “The Israelites are to camp around the tent of meeting some distance from it, each of them under their standard and holding the banners of their family.” For meditation This scripture reassures both believers and leaders that God listens and protects His children. When we stay close to Him and … Continue reading And The Lord Heard
Trading the Soul for What?
Matthew 16:26 New International Version What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? For Meditation It was time to apply for admission to the three universities in his nation. His mother gave him money for it, but … Continue reading Trading the Soul for What?
Boasting In Knowing God
Jeremiah 9:24 New International Version Let the one who boasts boast about this: that they have the understanding to know me,that I am the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,”declares the Lord. For Encouragement Recent statements by leaders, public figures, and even religious authorities show how much society has moved away from God and toward humanism, … Continue reading Boasting In Knowing God
