Scripture: Now I say this: the one who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the one who sows generously will also reap generously. Each one must do just as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace […]
Scripture: But they soon forgot what he had done and did not wait for his plan to unfold. – Psalm 106:13 (NIV) Israel forgot all the Lord had done for them and created their own paths, instead of waiting on God’s counsel. It was God’s continual grievance with Israel. How are you doing in these […]
Scripture: Yes, I will joyfully sing of Your faithfulness in the morning, For you have been my refuge And a place of refuge on the day of my distress. My strength, I will sing praises to You; For God is my refuge, the God who shows me favor. – Psalm 59:16-17 When David was discouraged, […]
Scripture: “Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life.” – John 5:24 The Gospels tell stories of a rich, young ruler who wouldn’t give up his wealth, and a […]
Scripture: My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. – James 1:19-20 (NIV) Jesus guides us to control our emotions and be sympathetic to the views and thoughts of […]
Scripture: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. – Matthew 5:9 (NIV) It is sometimes difficult to avoid conflict. With many contentious issues, even online platforms can become a battleground for arguments. The next time you are tempted to engage in an argument online or in person, take a second […]
Scripture: Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers? No, it is you, LORD our God. Therefore, our hope is in you, for you are the one who does all this. – Jeremiah 14:22 (NIV) It is tempting to create idols of people or money […]
Scripture: Search me, God and know my heart;Put me to the test and know my anxious thoughts; And see if there is any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way. – Psalm 139:23-24 Ask God to search your heart. Only He knows your deepest fears and desires. If you pay attention […]
Scripture: Search me, God and know my heart;Put me to the test and know my anxious thoughts; And see if there is any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way. – Psalm 139:23-24 Ask God to search your heart. Only He knows your deepest fears and desires. If you pay attention […]
Scripture: “I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive. No one should seek their own good, but the good of others. – 1 Corinthian 10:23 – 24 (NIV) After we receive the grace made possible through the blood that […]
