Today’s Encouragement is, “For God, who said, ‘Let there be light in the darkness,’ has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.” 2 Corinthians 4:6 NLT. Shine In Our Hearts – Notice this isn’t promised for some reallyContinue reading “Shine In Our Hearts”
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As For Me
Today’s Encouragement is, “But as for me, I will always proclaim what God has done; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.” Psalm 75:9 NLT As For Me – The songwriter has just described the ways of rebellious people who reject God and raise their fists (v4) in defiance of Him, and thenContinue reading “As For Me”
Aroma Of Christ
Today’s Encouragement is, “For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.” 2 Corinthians 2:15 ESV Aroma Of Christ – Here is another perspective of our earthly lives, similar to, “Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.” 2Continue reading “Aroma Of Christ”
Aroma Of Christ
Today’s Encouragement is, “For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.” 2 Corinthians 2:15 ESV Aroma Of Christ – Here is another perspective of our earthly lives, similar to, “Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.” 2Continue reading “Aroma Of Christ”
Flesh and Blood
Today’s Encouragement is, “For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in theContinue reading “Flesh and Blood”
August
Today’s Encouragement is, “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT For The Lord – Remember the poor woman who put two coins in the offering. Jesus said she putContinue reading “August”
I Will Be With Them
Today’s Encouragement is, “I have revealed you to them, and I will continue to do so. Then your love for me will be in them, and I will be in them.” John 17:26 NLT I Will Be In Them – Jesus is in us. We often use terms like ‘Jesus is in our hearts’ orContinue reading “I Will Be With Them”
Produce Much Fruit
Today’s Encouragement is, “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit.” John 15:5a NLT Produce Much Fruit – We don’t really want to think about this. No one really enjoys evaluation. Evaluation time at work is a distasteful chore, for bothContinue reading “Produce Much Fruit”
Remain In Me
Today’s Encouragement is, “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit.” John 15:5a NLT Remain In Me – Jesus essentially says, “Stick with me, and you’ll have a productive, useful life.” Remaining in Him means growing in relationship with Him, muchContinue reading “Remain In Me”
Best Of All
Today’s Encouragement is, “So you should earnestly desire the most helpful gifts. But now let me show you a way of life that is best of all.” 1 Corinthians 12:31 NLT Best Of All – Paul wrote extensively about spiritual gifts, then explaining how we believers comprise the body of Christ, which is the church,Continue reading “Best Of All”