Today’s Encouragement is, [Jesus said,] “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Come To Me – Notice that there is an implicit ‘If/Then’ in Jesus’ statement; there often is. If – we come, then – He will give rest. We are invited to ‘come toContinue reading “Come To Me”
Tag Archives: Peace
Undeserved Privilege
Today’s Encouragement is, “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. [2] Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfullyContinue reading “Undeserved Privilege”
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”
Smile On You
Today’s Encouragement is, “May the LORD smile on you and be gracious to you.” Numbers 6:25 NLT Smile On You – The Amplified translation reads, “Make His face shine on you [with favor].” Can you envision that? God turning His head to look directly at you, smiling, with favor and perfect love in His eyes! DoContinue reading “Smile On You”
Protect You
Today’s Encouragement is, “May the LORD bless you and protect you. Numbers 6:24 NLT Protect You – God’s protection is the aspect of His nature most often portrayed throughout the Bible. Repeatedly, we read that He protected and saved His people from their enemies, animals, illnesses, evil forces, and even from themselves! Themselves? “Oh, what a miserableContinue reading “Protect You”
The Lord Bless You
Today’s Encouragement is, “May the LORD bless you and protect you. May the LORD smile on you and be gracious to you. May the LORD show you his favor and give you his peace.” Numbers 6:24-26 NLT The Lord Bless You – We sometimes hear this prayer of blessing in church. God intended that His priests,Continue reading “The Lord Bless You”
With Thankful Hearts
Today’s Encouragement is, “Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts. And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanksContinue reading “With Thankful Hearts”
Be Still and Know
Today’s Encouragement is, “Be still, and know that I am God!” Psalm 46:10a NLT Be still and know – Our Faith in God, His Son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit is a gift from God. This Faith doesn’t depend upon our feelings, abilities, senses, intelligence, status, or emotions. It comes from Him, based on His gift andContinue reading “Be Still and Know”
Letting the Spirit Control
Today’s Encouragement is, “So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.” Romans 8:6 NLT Letting The Spirit Control – We Let – one or the other – control our minds. We may call it or believe it is fate, our past,Continue reading “Letting the Spirit Control”
Live In The Shelter
Today’s Encouragement is, “Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him.” Psalm 91:1-2 NLT Live In The Shelter – This isContinue reading “Live In The Shelter”