Today’s Scripture: Hebrews 13:6 NLT Tyndale: That is why we can say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper, so I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” What do you fear? Where do you find help? Do you fear losing relationships, losing a paycheck, or just losing the comfort of the known? Do you know in your heart that change needs ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I use my gifts.
Today’s Scripture: Romans 12:6 ESV: Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; You have something right now that someone needs and I am encouraging you to use what you have. Most times we don’t think we have much and think we have to get to a certain point in our lives ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I thank the LORD for His love.
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 God’s ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: Lord, increase my faith.
Today’s Scripture: Luke 17:5 ESV; The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!" The apostles living and walking with Jesus knew they didn’t have the faith He required. We don’t either. The Good News of Jesus Christ is that He is the author and finisher of our faith and He will increase our faith if we ask. Jesus says we just need to have ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I fear the LORD.
Proverb 1:7 (ESV) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction Proverbs 3:7(ESV) Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD, and turn away from evil. Proverbs 9:10 (ESV) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight. Proverbs 14:2 (ESV) Whoever walks in ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I cry out all the more!
Today’s Scripture: The crowd rebuked them, telling them to be silent, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!” Matthew 20:31 ESV I am amazed at the power and love of the Holy Spirit. He has the power to open up the heavens to us and within moments be right in the middle of our earthly plight. I am sometimes haunted ... Continue Reading »