Psalm 127:2 New International Version (NIV) In vain you rise early and stay up late,toiling for food to eat— for he grants sleep to those he loves. For Meditation How well did you sleep last night? Sometimes, it is a struggle to sleep at night. Many of us do. It can be uncomfortable, especially if we’re trying to avoid … Continue reading Did You Sleep Well Last Night?
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The Blessedness of Contentment
Philippians 4:12-13 New International Version (NIV) I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who … Continue reading The Blessedness of Contentment
What A Reminder!
Isaiah 48:17 New International Version (NIV) This is what the Lord says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel:“I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go. For Meditation It is refreshing to hear the Lord speak so clearly to Israel and to remind them about who He is, what He has done … Continue reading What A Reminder!
Come, Let Us Praise The Lord
Psalm 40:1-3 New International Version I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry.He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire;he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.Many will see and fear … Continue reading Come, Let Us Praise The Lord
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 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
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!
The Spirit of Courage
Photo by Cleber wendder Nascimento on Pexels.com 1 Corinthians 16:13 New International Version Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. For Encouragement After the Battle of Dunkirk, Britain, though demoralized, displayed remarkable courage and determination in the face of Hitler’s forces’ looming threat. They had left much behind in France … Continue reading The Spirit of Courage
The Prudent Thing To Do
Alas, Sovereign LORD, why did you ever bring this people across the Jordan to deliver them into the hands of the Amorites to destroy us … the Canaanites and other people of the country will surround us and wipe our name from the earth” (Joshua 7:7-9) For Encouragement Has God told you to shut up … Continue reading The Prudent Thing To Do