Except Through Me

Today’s Encouragement is, “Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.’” John 14:6 NLT Except Through Me – This isn’t a very popular statement. Jesus wasn’t being very sensitive or politically correct when He said this. Many have watered down thisContinue reading “Except Through Me”

He watches over you

He Watches Over You – Today’s Encouragement is, “The LORD himself watches over you! The LORD stands beside you as your protective shade. The sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon at night. The LORD keeps you from all harm and watches over your life. The LORD keeps watch over you asContinue reading “He watches over you”

O My Strength

Today’s Encouragement is, “But as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of safety when I am in distress. O my Strength, to you I sing praises, for you, O God, are my refuge, theContinue reading “O My Strength”

Can Do Nothing

Today’s Encouragement is, “For apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 NLT Can Do Nothing –  The hymn “I Need Thee Every Hour” was written by Annie S. Hawks and Robert Lowry in 1872. (here with modernized lyrics.) The words of this prayer/hymn are a desperate plea for God to help and hearContinue reading “Can Do Nothing”

I Lift Up My Eyes

Today’s Encouragement is, “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2 ESV Lift Up My Eyes – This has happened several times in my life.  I find myself frustrated, exhausted, sad, depressed, worried, obsessing, or otherwiseContinue reading “I Lift Up My Eyes”

Turn Away

Today’s Encouragement is 1 Peter 3:10-11 NLT For the Scriptures say, “If you want to enjoy life and see many happy days, keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies. Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace, and work to maintain it.” Turn Away – We often mightContinue reading “Turn Away”