Today’s Scripture: Ezekiel 17:24 NLT Tyndale: And all the trees will know that it is I, the LORD, who cuts down the tall tree and helps the short tree to grow tall. It is I who makes the green tree wither and gives new life to the dead tree. I, the LORD, have spoken! I will do what I have said. The hope of God is good. No matter what we have done ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am right with God.
Today’s Scripture: Acts 13:39 NLT: Everyone who believes in him is declared right with God—something the law of Moses could never do. Be careful! These are the next words after this verse. Just like when Paul was telling them back then we need to heed the warnings today. We continue to heap guilt and attach strings by the law. Yes, we believe, ... 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 strong in the Lord.
Today’s Scripture: Ephesians 6:10 ESV: Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Our strength WILL fail us but we DO have hope. The Good News is the LORD’s strength is MIGHTY. Our flesh cannot resist evil but we find strength in the Lord. We MUST put on the full armor of God. Our greatest battles are spiritual battles and ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I have been chosen by God.
Today’s Scripture: Romans 1:1 NLT: This letter is from Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, chosen by God to be an apostle and sent out to preach his Good News. I have been chosen by God to preach His good news in the Holy Scriptures. I live by the power of the Holy Spirit. Through Christ I have the privilege to tell everyone what God has done for ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I welcome the word that will save my soul.
Today’s Scripture: James 1:21 ISV: Therefore, rid yourselves of everything impure and every expression of wickedness, and with a gentle spirit welcome the word planted in you that can save your souls. This first chapter of James works me over. There are only 27 verses yet I have over 100 affirmations that draw my heart to God. Is it because of ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: God has done so much for me.
Today’s Scripture: Luke 8:39 NIV: "Return home and tell how much God has done for you." So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him. Have you ever felt like Legion? You had many demons that forced you into your own personal wilderness? Here in Luke 8 Jesus removed all of Legion’s demons and used him to spread the ... Continue Reading »