Philippians 2:12-13, “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to …
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Thlipsis – Crushings
Romans 5:1-3, “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. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward …
Attitudes That People Don’t See
Matthew 5:22, “But I say, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to judgment! If you call someone an idiot, you are in danger of being brought before the court. And if you curse someone, you are in danger of the fires of hell.” NLT “But I say to you that everyone …
Consistency Is The Key
Psalm 15:2, “Who may worship in your sanctuary, LORD? Who may enter your presence on your holy hill? Those who lead blameless lives and do what is right, speaking the truth from sincere hearts.” David gives us a description in Psalm 15 of the requirements of living a blameless life and being morally upright in …
When Sleep Does Not Come Easily
Psalm 3:5; 8, “I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the LORD was watching over me. Victory comes from you O LORD. May you bless your people.” When I get out of bed each morning, I have an app on my iPhone connected to our bed that gives me my …
Never Forget
Psalm 103:2, Let all that I am praise the LORD; may I never forget the good things he does for me.” I have a gift box on our mantel that contains written answers to prayers I have recorded on 3 X 5 cards that God has answered. I just added another card to the box …
Lessons To Be Learned From a Horse or Mule
Psalm 32:8-9, “The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. Do not be like a senseless horse or mule that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control.” A horse or mule are examples of animals that are not …
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Not Held In Hostage
1 John 5:4-5, “For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God.” Abiding in Christ needs to be the goal and mindset for every combative conflict we …
Health Benefits of Praying
Psalm 125:1, “Those who trust in the LORD are as secure as Mount Zion; they will not be defeated but will endure forever.” Charles Stanley said he read Psalms 125 – 128 and 133 every day. These Psalms talk about putting one’s trust in the Lord because He has His sovereign plan (Ps. 125:1). These …
No Broken Promises
Psalm 145:13-15, “For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. You rule throughout all generations. The LORD always keeps his promises; he is gracious in all he does. The LORD helps the fallen and lifts those bent beneath their loads. The eyes of all look to you in hope; you give them their food as they …