Today’s Scripture: And they were amazed and astonished, saying, "Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? Acts 2:7 ESV The Holy Spirit amazed those that witnessed it on the day of Pentecost and I am still amazed today. Like us the disciples tried to logically understand. Jesus dismissed his disciples logic stating “But you will receive ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I follow the Spirit's leading.
Today’s Scripture:Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives. Galatians 5:25 New Living Translation “God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts,” Galatians 4:6ESV. The power of the Holy Spirit is in our hearts! Unimaginable power is in each of us. God has also given us the personal ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: The Spirit of God renews me.
Today’s Scripture: Ephesians 4:23 ESV: and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, New life is found in the Spirit of God. Paul tells us in Ephesians 4:24 that we are created in the likeness of God. God is spirit. When Jesus ascended we were filled with the Spirit. We can encourage each other to keep the spirit ahead of the mind. There is a ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: Jesus defines me.
Today’s Scripture: Galatians 1:1 (ESV): Paul, an apostle--not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— Paul made it clear who defined him as an apostle, didn’t he? Jesus and God the Father and not man define who we are. Paul asks a great question in Galatians 1:10: For am I now seeking ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: Jesus loves me.
Today’s Scripture: Romans 8:35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? (ESV) Ok, sing along. Jesus loves me this I know for the bible tells me so… Do you now where in the bible it tells you so? One of the specific places is here today in Romans ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I seek what God offers.
Today’s Scripture: He will give eternal life to those who keep on doing good, seeking after the glory and honor and immortality that God offers. (Romans 2:7 New Living Translation) What is it that God offers to us? Glory, honor and immortality are the rewards for seeking after Him and doing good. We know what is good don’t we? There was a time ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: God will provide the way.
Today’s Scripture: 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. (1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV) This verse gives us a hope not only in our tough times but in all ... Continue Reading »