Today’s Scripture: Psalm 100:4, ESV- “Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!” One of the things I love about going to the LORD first thing in the morning is that I know I have thanked God, my creator, above everything else. I am entering into His domain with thanksgiving. I am ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2, NKJV- “Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.” Do you feel you are a steward, the person responsible, for anything or anyone? Here in 1 Corinthians 4 it mentions those who have been entrusted with the mysteries of God. I only want to be found faithful by God that I continue to ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3: 6, NIV- “I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow.” In 1 Corinthians 3:5 we are instructed that each of us have an assignment.  I only pray to be faithful to carry out my assignment. Many times I don’t know why I do what I do but I feel compelled to be faithful. At risk ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Job 33:4, NLT- “For the Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.” Believing that the Spirit of God made us and the breath of the Almighty gives us life encourages us to live for God. If he made us and breathes life into us shouldn’t we live the life He designed? I am hesitant to rely on the ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:3-4, NLT-“I came to you in weakness- timid and trembling. And my message and my preaching were very plain. I did not use wise and persuasive speeches, but the Holy Spirit was powerful among you.” Why do we attempt to hide our weaknesses? We do more good by being honest in our feelings of ineptitude and ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Psalm 98:7, ESV-“Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who dwell in it!” Sometimes I question my ability to make a joyful noise to the LORD. Why is it I compare my sounds to the beautiful voices of others? As I read Psalm 98:7 I can imagine the roar of the sea. I definitely see the ocean as evidence ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Matthew 11:28, NLT-“Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”” Jesus told us to come to Him so we too will know the Father and His rest. Like Jesus’ disciples I often find myself asking Jesus to teach me to pray. I do find peace when the words of Jesus ring in my ... Continue Reading »