…”I have had enough, LORD” … 1 Kings 19:4b NIV Most of us, at one time or another, have felt like Elijah felt when he spoke these words in prayer. God had brought him through so many difficult circumstances and had demonstrated His faithfulness to Elijah so many times, but …
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:1-2 NIV The key to success in the Christian faith is to have our hearts …
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is–his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2 NIV When I was a kid, I loved Play-Doh! I would grab …
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6-7 ESV There is no better way to show our gratitude to God than to live out our faith, …
Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT You and I both know that not all circumstances are pleasant ones that we would choose if given a choice, yet God’s word encourages us, time and again, to …
As He entered a village, ten leprous men who stood at a distance met Him Luke 17:12 NASB The first detail we’re given about these men is that they stood at a distance. Why? Leprosy meant banishment from society, including family and friends. Lepers were shunned because it was such …
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 …
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us” Ephesians 3:20 NIV God’s power, abilities and resources know no limit! He is able to do immeasurably more in our lives and in our …
“Then Asa called to the Lord his God and said, “Lord, there is no one like you to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, Lord our God, for we rely on you, and in your name we have come against this vast army. Lord, you are our God; …
What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? Romans 6:1 NIV I fear that we sometimes get too comfortable with the mercy and grace of God. While it’s healthy to understand God’s love, it’s equally important to understand His authority. A balanced view …
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus. Philippians 2:5 NIV I’m just going to let Jesus write today’s commentary. It comes from Luke 6:27-38 NLT “But to you who are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies! Do good to those who hate …
“…Choose this day whom you will serve….But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 The world is always going to be full of trouble but God offers you peace. Which one will you choose?
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never …
As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life? Mark 10:17 NIV That’s a question, at one time or another, every man contemplates. We’re all curious about eternity, …
I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? Psalm 121:1 NIV There are times when life is an uphill battle, when the challenges we face are difficult and overwhelming. Like huge mountains looming in front of us, our problems are all we can see. …
Let those who are wise understand these things. Let those with discernment listen carefully. The paths of the Lord are true and right, and righteous people live by walking in them. But in those paths sinners stumble and fall. Hosea 14:9 NLT Hosea was a prophet with a really tough …