Today’s Encouragement is, “But you are not controlled by your sinful nature. You are controlled by the Spirit if you have the Spirit of God living in you. (And remember that those who do not have the Spirit of Christ living in them do not belong to him at all.)” Romans 8:9 NLT You are ControlledContinue reading “You Are Controlled By The Spirit”
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How Long
Today’s Encouragement is, “How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul, with sorrow in my heart every day? How long will my enemy have the upper hand?” Psalm 13:2 NLT How Long – Perhaps you need His rescue, right now, or you have been, or will be at some point.My friend, we allContinue reading “How Long”
I Press On
Today’s Encouragement is “No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” PhilippiansContinue reading “I Press On”
Believe and Obey
Today’s Encouragement is, “Through Christ, God has given us the privilege and authority as apostles to tell Gentiles everywhere what God has done for them, so that they will believe and obey him, bringing glory to his name.” Romans 1:5 NLT Believe and obey – These are two components of Faith – Belief and Obedience.Continue reading “Believe and Obey”
Rely On Grace
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”
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”