Today’s Scripture: It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found. Luke 15:32 ESV Ah, wise words from a wise father. The prodigal son had returned and the father was throwing a celebration that was not pleasing to the other brother who was feeling sorry for himself. I have stayed ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I have enough.
Today’s Scripture: For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Luke 14:28 ESV At first glance this affirmation seems to be about contentment with what we have. However, it appears to me, today, that this feels more like I have HAD enough. Like the parable Jesus ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I do what my LORD requires.
Today’s Scripture: But someone who does not know, and then does something wrong, will be punished only lightly. When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required. Luke 12:48 New Living Translation LORD, LORD do you know me? Interestingly as I spent time ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I pray.
Today’s Scripture: And he said to them, "When you pray, say: "Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Luke 11:2 ESV The disciples had just asked Jesus to teach them to pray. Jesus begins, “when you pray.” This is not an “if” you pray. Regretfully, I spent the majority of my former life praying little. Although, like the Pharisee’s I ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I ask God.
Today’s Scripture: If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5 NIV God is funny. Really, have you ever wondered what a God sized chuckle would sound like? I awoke this morning thinking maybe something needs to change with this blog. Maybe I am too stale ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I choose what is better.
Today’s Scripture: but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:42 NIV "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things,” Luke 10:41 ESV. Sound familiar? Do we get lost in our anxiety and troubles of trying to do too much? Like Martha, we even stress over doing what ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am astonished at the majesty of God.
Today’s Scripture: And all were astonished at the majesty of God. But while they were all marveling at everything he was doing, Jesus said to his disciples, Luke 9:43 ESV The majesty of God is overwhelming. As I sought after affirmations from God this morning in Luke 9 I am blown away. I love treasure hunting and claiming God’s promises and hopes ... Continue Reading »
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