Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God. John 1:12-13 No one in this world has total…
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 You probably start each day with some thoughts left over from the previous day. Despair, worry, concern,…
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12 I have a friend who used to joke about the way he felt in church. He would say that the preacher did a good job making him feel worthless like…
…then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed. Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name…
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! 2 Corinthians 5:17 Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about the character of God and how it is revealed in His people. A simple saying often used to describe a child…
The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. Psalm 23:1 What is your favorite passage of scripture? For me, I have long been particularly fond of the 23rd Psalm. According to BibleGateway.com, the 23rd Psalm was the second most viewed bible verse last year. It was preceded…
His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 2 Peter 1:3 Did you ever buy a kit that promised to include “everything you need?” Everything you need to start your own…
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commands. Deuteronomy 7:9 “He is the faithful God,” completely committed to His promises and His people. And as in…
