Today’s Encouragement is, “Take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” Ephesians 6:17b NLT The Sword – In this battle with spiritual enemies (Ephesians 6:12), we are given perfect spiritual armor (v13-18). But only one weapon is needed… the Word of God, which is described as a spiritual sword. Why aContinue reading “The Sword”
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Fighting
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.” Ephesians 6:12 NLT Fighting – Encouraging? Well, in a respect, it is. We need to understand and remember… weContinue reading “Fighting”
Because You Believe
Today’s Encouragement is, “I ask you again, does God give you the Holy Spirit and work miracles among you because you obey the law? Of course not! It is because you believe the message you heard about Christ.” Galatians 3:5 NLT Because You Believe – It is not our works, efforts, or obedience to theContinue reading “Because You Believe”
Word of Encouragement
Today’s Encouragement is, “After the usual readings from the books of Moses and the prophets, those in charge of the service sent them this message: ‘Brothers, if you have any word of encouragement for the people, come and give it.’” Acts 13:15 NLT Word of Encouragement – This world, especially the news media, is fullContinue reading “Word of Encouragement”
What Joy!
Today’s Encouragement is, “What joy for those who can live in your house, always singing your praises.” Psalm 84:4 NLT What Joy – We don’t speak much about Joy, do we? Wonder why. This verse speaks of joy, living in God’s house, and singing His praises. These are connected related concepts. Do you want Joy? I certainly do!Continue reading “What Joy!”
Prayed Very Earnestly
Today’s Encouragement is, “But while Peter was in prison, the church prayed very earnestly for him.” Acts 12:5 NLT Prayed Very Earnestly – The church prayed… Very Earnestly…. For him. This is an essential purpose of our church family—earnest prayer. It is one reason we need a church family and an example of how we areContinue reading “Prayed Very Earnestly”
Take Heart
Today’s Encouragement is, [Jesus said,] “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 NLT Take Heart – The world seems to be spiraling closer to chaos! Political crisis,Continue reading “Take Heart”
Measure Yourself by Faith
Today’s Encouragement is, “Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.” Romans 12:3b NLT Measure yourself by faith – We all know folks with a high opinion of themselves; they ‘stick out’ in obvious ways. The same isContinue reading “Measure Yourself by Faith”
Prayed Regularly
Today’s Encouragement is, “In Caesarea there lived a Roman army officer named Cornelius, who was a captain of the Italian Regiment. He was a devout, God-fearing man, as was everyone in his household. He gave generously to the poor and prayed regularly to God.” Acts 10:1-2 NLT Prayed Regularly- Cornelius was a Roman officer, andContinue reading “Prayed Regularly”
You Don’t Ask
Today’s Encouragement is, “Yet you don’t have what you want because you don’t ask God for it.” James 4:2 NLT You don’t ask – How many of us struggle with something – but don’t ask God for help? We might read this passage with a selfish heart and think, “I should ask for a newContinue reading “You Don’t Ask”