Today’s Encouragement is, “Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have.” Philippians 4:11 NLT To Be Content – This is a truly remarkable statement. I have learned…. It’s a process. Contentment is a learned state of mind. It has nothing to do with circumstances, possessions,Continue reading “To Be Content”
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Be Thankful
Today’s Encouragement is, “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT Be Thankful – The Bible repeats the theme, “Give Thanks, Be Thankful!” A grateful heart is God’s will for His people and a clear indication of spiritual maturity. The more weContinue reading “Be Thankful”
Give Thanks For Everything
Today’s Encouragement is, “And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:20 NLT Give Thanks For Everything – Each day, I begin my devotional time with God by praying this prayer of thanksgiving. It applies to each of us who believe, regardless of our circumstances. It’s allContinue reading “Give Thanks For Everything”
It Is Good
Today’s Encouragement is, “It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening.” Psalm 92:2 NLT It is Good – You may have heard this verse reflected in succinct and sage prayer advice, “Ask Him every morning and thank Him every night.” When we wake, before anything else, weContinue reading “It Is Good”
Overwhelmed
Today’s Encouragement is, “Though we are overwhelmed by our sins, you forgive them all.” Psalm 65:3 NLT Overwhelmed – Ever been overwhelmed by your sins? “What was I thinking?” “How did I let myself do that?” “I just can’t break this habit, this addiction!” My friend, it is good to be overwhelmed by our sin!Continue reading “Overwhelmed”
Be Thankful
Today’s Encouragement is, “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT Be Thankful – “Thankful, really? In all circumstances, really? Do you have any idea what I’m going through? The stress I’m under! The grief I feel! The pain in my body!Continue reading “Be Thankful”
Share with those in need
Today’s Encouragement is, “And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God.” Hebrews 13:16 NLT Share with those in need – We immediately think of people on street corners with ‘Need Help’ signs, but is it possible that this applies to more than givingContinue reading “Share with those in need”
Be Thankful
Today’s Engagement is 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. Be Thankful – Ever met an ungrateful person? One who never (rarely) expresses any gratitude for anything? Such a person is miserable. The Bible includes stories of several such people. TheContinue reading “Be Thankful”
Always Be Thankful
Today’s Encouragement is Colossians 3:15 NLT And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Always Be Thankful – Once we fully recognize, accept, understand, and see, the incredible, too-wonderful-to-be-believed, free gift of salvation, grace,Continue reading “Always Be Thankful”
It Is Good
Today’s Encouragement is Psalm 92:1-2 NLT It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening… It Is Good – In The Chosen, (which I highly recommend!) there’s a recurring moment when, uponContinue reading “It Is Good”