Today’s Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:7, NKJV- “And the LORD said to Samuel, “Heed the voice of the people in all that they say to you; for they have not rejected you, but they have rejected Me, that I should not reign over them.” The Israelites of first Samuel cried out for a king to lead them. Many people today are still looking for a king. Instead of ... Continue Reading »
Thank You LORD for listening to us and hearing us.
Today’s Scripture: Malachi 3:16, NKJV- “Then those who feared the LORD spoke to one another, And the LORD listened and heard them; So a book of remembrance was written before Him For those who fear the LORD And who meditate on His name.” When we know the LORD is listening and hearing our conversations do we speak more carefully? We are ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I only fear God.
Today’s Scripture: Matthew 10:28 ESV And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. I “prefer” the definition of fear to be a loving reverence and total submission kind of fear but who am I to define fear? A God who can destroy both soul and body does deserve respect ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: It is good for me to be near God.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 73:28 ESV: But for me it is good to be near God; I have made the Lord GOD my refuge, that I may tell of all your works. Like us, Asaph, who wrote this psalm, witnessed the highs and lows of life. He served under David and Solomon and experienced the wonder of God and the wandering of man. Like us, he was tempted to fall ... Continue Reading »