Today’s Encouragement is, “For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.” Romans 8:6 ESV Set the mind – We do this… we set our minds on something, to something; it’s our decision, our actions. We determine what we think about (set our mindsContinue reading “Set The Mind”
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The Light Shines
Today’s Encouragement is, “The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.” John 1:4-5 NLT The Light Shines – At the beginning of John’s gospel, these amazing words reveal so much truth. ‘The Word,’ as usedContinue reading “The Light Shines”
Devote Yourselves
Today’s Encouragement is, “Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.” Colossians 4:2 NLT Devote Yourselves- This is the best approach to prayer. Too often, we tell others we’re praying for them, but then we don’t! Instead, we can be devoted, steadfast, and persevering in prayer. One approach is to prayContinue reading “Devote Yourselves”
The Sword
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”
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”
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”
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”