Today’s Encouragement is, [Jesus said,] “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.” Matthew 7:24 NLT Solid Rock – Years ago, a wise friend pointed out that although we went to different denominational churches, we had many essential beliefs in common. HeContinue reading “Solid Rock”
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You Belong To God
Today’s Encouragement is, “But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.” 1 John 4:4 NLT You belong to God – Imagine that! Chew on it, meditate on it, ‘Selah’Continue reading “You Belong To God”
Close Fellowship
Today’s Encouragement is “Noah was a righteous man, the only blameless person living on earth at the time, and he walked in close fellowship with God.” Genesis 6:9b (NLT) Close Fellowship – Several people in the Bible were described as having a close relationship with God. In the Old Testament, Adam, Enoch, Noah, Moses, David,Continue reading “Close Fellowship”
I Remember
Today’s Encouragement is, “I remember the days of old. I ponder all your great works and think about what you have done.” Psalm 143:5 NLT I Remember – Meditation has gotten a bad rap, especially in Christian circles. In essence, meditation is just thinking about something deeply, considering, ruminating, mulling over, and pondering a particularContinue reading “I Remember”
Let Me Hear
Today’s Encouragement is, “Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.” Psalm 143:8 NLT Let Me Hear – The wisdom of God’s Word teaches us to read, hear, taste, and seek from Him, His Spirit, His Word, andContinue reading “Let Me Hear”
What Joy!
Today’s Encouragement is, “What joy for those who can live in your house, always singing your praises.” Psalm 84:4 NLT What Joy – We don’t speak much about Joy, do we? Wonder why. This verse speaks of joy, living in God’s house, and singing His praises. These are connected related concepts. Do you want Joy? I certainly do!Continue reading “What Joy!”
How Very Much
Today’s Encouragement is, “See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are!” 1 John 3:1a NLT How very much – My friend, all of us who accept Christ are deeply, even immeasurably, loved by our Father! Just consider this sampling of blessings He hasContinue reading “How Very Much”
Here With Me
Today’s Encouragement is, “Then Jesus called his disciples and told them, “I feel sorry for these people. They have been here with me for three days, and they have nothing left to eat. I don’t want to send them away hungry, or they will faint along the way.” Matthew 15:32 NLT Here with me –Continue reading “Here With Me”
Encouragement to Each Other
Today’s Encouragement is, “Then, by the will of God, I will be able to come to you with a joyful heart, and we will be an encouragement to each other.” Romans 15:32 NLT Encouragement To Each Other – Come on with me: My brothers and sisters let’s not get weary in following Christ. Let’s helpContinue reading “Encouragement to Each Other”
Hear and Obey
Today’s Encouragement is, “Someone told Jesus, ‘Your mother and your brothers are standing outside, and they want to see you.’ Jesus replied, ‘My mother and my brothers are all those who hear God’s word and obey it.’” Luke 8:20-21 NLT Hear and Obey – Most of us would think when Jesus learned His family wasContinue reading “Hear and Obey”
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