Today’s Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17 NLT Tyndale 1996: Keep on praying. What came first the chicken or the egg? As I read 1 Thessalonians 5:16 this morning “Always be joyful” I initially thought there is the affirmation for the day. “I am always joyful”. Even though I find that to be true I thought there are some that are in a place where they ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I give the words of encouragement I have.
Today’s Scripture: Acts 13:15 NLT: After the usual readings from the books of Moses and the prophets, those in charge of the service sent them this message: "Brothers, if you have any word of encouragement for the people, come and give it." Here in Acts Paul simply read the “usual” readings from scripture and then asked others to bring their ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am called by the will of God.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1 ESV: Paul, called by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and our brother Sosthenes, Just as Paul in 1 Corinthians 1:1, you and I are called by the will of God. We are called to be with all people in every place who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are called to be in fellowship with ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I thank Christ Jesus who has given me strength.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12 ESV: I thank him who has given me strength, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he judged me faithful, appointing me to his service, Christ Jesus is my only hope. Do you find strength and hope in Christ Jesus? I find strength in the mercy and patience of Jesus. Some days I only feel as if I am judged faithful to be ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: The LORD restores my soul.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 23:3 ESV: He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. The LORD ALWAYS restores my soul; no coincidence, no doubt. The LORD of Heaven and His Spirit are perfect in their timing and their restoration. As I knelt before the LORD’s light this morning I felt His restoration, His comfort and ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: God is faithful.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV: No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. Paul was reminding the Corinthians of God’s faithfulness to His people ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am in the right place.
Today’s Scripture: Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required Luke 2:27 NIV Right here, right now you and I are where God wants us. Like Simeon, I have no doubt that the Spirit has moved me here. Like Mary and Joseph I also know that observing ... Continue Reading »