Today’s Encouragement is, “Many Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, and the two men urged them to continue to rely on the grace of God.” Acts 13:43 NLT Rely on Grace – What, or whom, do we rely on? Is it family, friends, or yourself? Maybe it is the government, elected leaders, theContinue reading “Rely On Grace”
Tag Archives: Trust
So Many Prayers
Today’s Encouragement is, “And you are helping us by praying for us. Then many people will give thanks because God has graciously answered so many prayers for our safety.” 2 Corinthians 1:11 NLT So Many Prayers – We can only do so much, my friends. Our own time, skills, and resources are limited. We have friendsContinue reading “So Many Prayers”
The Truth
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 The Truth – “Pilate said, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus responded, ‘You say I am a king. Actually, I was born and came into the worldContinue reading “The Truth”
Me and My Family
Today’s Encouragement is, “But if you refuse to serve the LORD, then choose today whom you will serve… But as for me and my family, we will serve the LORD.” Joshua 24:15b NLT Me And My Family – Joshua began to lead the nation after Moses’ death. He was not the mighty prophet that Moses was,Continue reading “Me and My Family”
Write Them Deep
Today’s Encouragement is, “Follow my advice, my son; always treasure my commands. Obey my commands and live! Guard my instructions as you guard your own eyes. Tie them on your fingers as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart.” Proverbs 7:1-3 NLT Write Them Deep – We can have a really nice Bible sittingContinue reading “Write Them Deep”
Fill Your Lives
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.” Colossians 3:16 NLT Fill Your Lives – As we read, think about, and meditate on His word,Continue reading “Fill Your Lives”
Hear His Voice
Today’s Encouragement is, “Today when you hear his voice, don’t harden your hearts as Israel did when they rebelled.” Hebrews 3:15b NLT Hear His Voice – Many (most) believe that anyone who claims to hear God’s voice is insane. It was true even in Jesus’ day. Even the most respected scholars are skeptical of someone actually “hearingContinue reading “Hear His Voice”
Always Pray and Never Give Up
Today’s Encouragement is, “One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up.” Luke 18:1 NLT Always Pray and Never Give Up – (because we often need to be reminded) Jesus then relates the story, a parable, a spiritual truth, and an eternal lesson concerning theContinue reading “Always Pray and Never Give Up”
So Unreliable
Today’s Encouragement is, “Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment.” 1 Timothy 6:17 NLT So Unreliable – The wisdom of biblical truth isContinue reading “So Unreliable”
Perhaps The Lord Will
Today’s Encouragement is, “And perhaps the LORD will see that I am being wronged and will bless me because of these curses today.” 2 Samuel 16:12 NLT Perhaps The Lord Will – King David was fleeing from His Kingdom. His son, Absolom, had usurped the throne, and he left in sorrow and grief. Shimei cursed him,Continue reading “Perhaps The Lord Will”