Verse of the Day: Matthew 12:36 But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. Reflection My words carry more power than I often realize. They can heal or hurt, encourage or discourage, bless or wound. I’ve learned that once words … Continue reading Words Matter
Author: Consecrated to God
Let Them See God In Me
Verse of the Day: Colossians 4:5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Reflection Every day gives me a new opportunity to show the love of Jesus through the way I live. It’s easy to get caught up in routines and responsibilities like work, family, and all … Continue reading Let Them See God In Me
Negative Influences
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 22:24-25 Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn their ways and get yourself ensnared. Reflection I’ve learned that the people I spend time with have a powerful impact on who I become. It’s true, we often reflect the … Continue reading Negative Influences
Choosing Friends
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 12:26 The righteous choose their friends carefully, but the way of the wicked leads them astray. Reflection The people I spend the most time with naturally have an affect on heart and my walk with God. Without even realizing it, I can start to reflect the habits, values, and attitudes … Continue reading Choosing Friends
Keep On Keeping On
Verse of the Day: James 1:12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. Reflection No matter what happens, I can’t give up because my eyes are set on an eternity with … Continue reading Keep On Keeping On
Wait for the Lord
Verse of the Day: Psalm 130:5 I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope. Reflection Waiting on God isn’t always easy. There are moments when I want answers right away or wish I could see how everything will turn out. But God’s Word reminds me to … Continue reading Wait for the Lord
Lead Me to the Rock
Verse of the Day: Psalm 61:2 From the end of the earth will I cry to thee, when my heart is overwhelmed; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Reflection There are days when my heart feels heavy and my spirit feels drained. There are days when life’s challenges seem too big … Continue reading Lead Me to the Rock
Hearing from God
Verse of the Day: Romans 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Reflection Faith grows when I take time to listen to God through His Word, through prayer, and even through the quiet moments of life. God speaks in many ways, and His voice is never confined to … Continue reading Hearing from God
Approaching God
Verse of the Day: 1 John 5:14 This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. Reflection I can come to God with confidence knowing He hears every prayer I pray. What peace it brings to know that the Creator of the universe … Continue reading Approaching God
Knowing Christ
Verse of the Day: Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death Reflection I don’t just want to know about Jesus, I want to truly know Him. There’s a big difference between hearing stories of who He is … Continue reading Knowing Christ
CONSECRATED TO GOD 