Verse of the Day: Luke 22:41-42 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” Jesus gave us the example of how to pray, especially when going through something so difficult and life changing. … Continue reading God’s Will Not Mine
Month: October 2019
Overlook Offenses
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 19:11 A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense. Wise people are patient when others act offensively towards them. They don’t act or speak without thinking first. It doesn’t mean they accept what is contrary to their values and beliefs. It means they take … Continue reading Overlook Offenses
God’s Ways
Verse of the Day: Psalm 119:15 I will meditate on your precepts, and contemplate your ways. A precept is a command or a general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought. Instead of focusing on your problems or things that upset, disappoint or annoy you think about the way God wants you to deal with … Continue reading God’s Ways
The Golden Rule
Verse of the Day: Matthew 7:12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. The concept of the “Golden Rule” is a general truth that is found not only in the Holy Bible but appears in many other religions. It's … Continue reading The Golden Rule
Read the Bible in One Year – November
November Reading List November 1: Luke 19-20 November 2: Luke 21-22 November 3: Luke 23-24 November 4: John 1-2 November 5: John 3-4 November 6: John 5-6 November 7: John 7-8 November 8: John 9-10 November 9: John 11-12 November 10: John 13-15 November 11: John 16-18 November 12: John 19-21 November 13: Acts 1-3 … Continue reading Read the Bible in One Year – November
What Does the Lord Require?
Verse of the Day: Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. What does the Lord require? Obedience to His Word by faith. Treat others fairly and equally, oppressing no … Continue reading What Does the Lord Require?
Spiritual Wisdom
Verse of the Day: James 3:17 Wisdom that comes from heaven is pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Spiritual wisdom comes from God and it gives you the desire to live a life that is obedient and respectful to God and His holiness no matter what trials … Continue reading Spiritual Wisdom
Peace
Verse of the Day: John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Things are going to happen in life that make you sad, afraid or are just hard to … Continue reading Peace
Pray for All People
Verse of the Day: 1 Timothy 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people Take time to pray for your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors. Pray for your pastor and your church. Pray for our leaders and people in authority and while you’re at it, … Continue reading Pray for All People