Found Strength

Today’s Encouragement is, “David was now in great danger because all his men were very bitter about losing their sons and daughters, and they began to talk of stoning him. But David found strength in the LORD his God.” 1 Samuel 30:6 NLT Found Strength –  David had led his men effectively, and they wereContinue reading “Found Strength”

We Will Rejoice

Today’s Encouragement is “This is the day the LORD has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 NLT We Will Rejoice –  Is it possible that we have a choice? That we aren’t the victims of our circumstances? That, regardless of the troubles, challenges, and even overwhelming obstacles we face, weContinue reading “We Will Rejoice”

The Will of My Father

Today’s Encouragement is, “Anyone who does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother!” Matthew 12:50 NLT The Will of My Father –  Now, that’s a tall order!  To do God’s Will!  How can anyone possibly achieve that?  We can’t even do our own will very well!  How could a person possibly doContinue reading “The Will of My Father”

The Joy of the Lord

Today’s Encouragement is, “Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the LORD is your strength!” Nehemiah 8:10b NLT The Joy of the Lord –  Nehemiah was the governor, and he arranged for Ezra the prophet to read God’s word to the people.  There was a massive gathering of all the people (v 1).  When theContinue reading “The Joy of the Lord”

Endures to the End

Today’s Encouragement is, “Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” Matthew 24:12:13 Endures to the end –  Jesus describes “the end of the age” (or the world) with vivid imagery. But sums it up with this statement.  Notice HisContinue reading “Endures to the End”

Knew Immediately

Today’s Encouragement is, “Jesus knew immediately what they were thinking, so he asked them, ‘Why do you question this in your hearts?’” Mark 2:8 NLT Knew Immediately –  The religious leaders questioned each other about Jesus’ declaration to the paralyzed man, “Your sins are forgiven” (v 5). Jesus knew, He didn’t guess; He knew and toldContinue reading “Knew Immediately”

The Lord Was With David

Today’s Encouragement is, “When Saul realized that the LORD was with David and how much his daughter Michal loved him, Saul became even more afraid of him, and he remained David’s enemy for the rest of his life.” 1 Samuel 18:28-29 NLT The Lord Was With David – We all know about David and Goliath.Continue reading “The Lord Was With David”

Forever Made Perfect

Today’s Encouragement is, “For by that one offering he [Jesus] forever made perfect those who are being made holy.” Hebrews 10:14 NLT Forever Made Perfect –  We may not feel, see, or dare to believe it… But our Bible says it!   We are… Forever… made (already, now) Perfect… by the one offering (Jesus’ sacrifice)  And…Continue reading “Forever Made Perfect”