Today’s Scripture: Psalm 107:8 ESV: Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man! God and His Word are amazing. Each time I return to His Word I find more affirmation and am astounded at the endless promises that fill my heart. Psalm 107 confirmed to me that I am qualified to tell others of ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. Luke 2:25 NIV Why do we do what we do? Why am I writing this when I have a million more things I “should” be doing? Why are you reading this when you have a million more ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture:Matthew 5:4 NLT; "God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. Jesus tells us we are blessed when we realize our need for God.  Here on the Sermon on the Mount Jesus teaches us what we really need. The human experience teaches us that neediness is weak. Jesus ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Matthew 6:33 ESV You and I only have so many hours and so many days left. If this is your last hour, your last day what would you seek? In Psalm 139:16 we are told that EVERY one of our days were formed for us by God. THIS ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Daniel 2:23 NLT Tyndale: I thank and praise you, God of my ancestors, for you have given me wisdom and strength. When do you thank God? Do you wait until everything has come out as you planned? Daniel stepped out in faith. He requested an appointment with the king to interpret his dream BEFORE he had even asked God to ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture: Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD, O my soul! Psalm 146:1 ESV Psalm 146:2 states “While I live will I praise the LORD: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being.” While we live, we can praise the LORD in ways only our souls know. This is deeper than our minds and our voices. As David, when we reach a depth where ... Continue Reading »

Today’s Scripture:Galatians 5:17 NLT (Tyndale): The old sinful nature loves to do evil, which is just opposite from what the Holy Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are opposite from what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other, and your choices are never free from this conflict. We have a ... Continue Reading »