Even though I walkthrough the darkest valley,I will fear no evil,for you are with me;your rod and your staff,they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 In times of danger, difficulty and even death, those who follow God fear no evil. Why? “For you are with me” in every situation of life. The “rod” (a short club) is […]
pray continually. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 To “pray continually” does not mean to be constantly speaking to God or repeating formal prayers. Prayer is simply communicating with God, which suggests a two-way conversation. For our blessing, the most important part of this communication is what he (God) says to us. This means that we must take […]
In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah:We have a strong city;God makes salvationits walls and ramparts.Open the gatesthat the righteous nation may enter,the nation that keeps faith.You will keep in perfect peacethose whose minds are steadfast,because they trust in you.Trust in the LORD forever,for the LORD, the LORD himself, […]
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Romans 12:1 Jesus’ followers must possess a strong passion to honor him in every aspect of life. Out of gratitude to God for his […]
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 The reason for the Lord’s seeming delay in returning for his people is his great patience and compassion. This relates directly to […]
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:12 We, as followers of Christ, must keep in mind that our primary source of conflict in life is not […]
for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Philippians 2:13 God works by his Spirit within the lives of Christ’s followers to produce in them both desire and the power to do what is good and right and to fulfill his purposes for […]
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be […]
And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. Matthew 6:7-8 These words spoken by Jesus some two thousand years ago should cause us to […]
the LORD delights in those who fear him,who put their hope in his unfailing love. Psalm 147:11 What impresses God? What does he value? He cherishes those who fear him and hope in his faithful love. So, if you humbly submit to his kingdom agenda and live in dependence on him, you can rest assured […]
