Today’s Scripture: As they listen, their secret thoughts will be exposed, and they will fall to their knees and worship God, declaring, “God is really here among you.” 1 Corinthians 14:25 NLT Tyndale 1996 If unbelievers come and see us will they have this same experience? As they come to our meetings will they be convicted such as these in 1 ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I live my part.
Today’s Scripture: If the foot says, "I am not a part of the body because I am not a hand," that does not make it any less a part of the body. 1 Corinthians 12:15 NLT Each of us are a part of the body of Christ. Furthermore, in 1 Corinthians 12:18 we are told God has put each where He wants it. So let’s review just a bit of 1 Corinthians 12 today ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I will keep doing God’s work.
Today’s Scripture: Happiness or sadness or wealth should not keep anyone from doing God’s work. NLT Tyndale 1996 Do you really think the evil one will attack you and steal your ability to do God’s work? Do you see your life’s story as a road block to doing what God is calling you to do? Is it possible that the evil one can use someone else to ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I must be faithful.
Today’s Scripture: Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. I Corinthians 4:2 NIV God really, today? You do have perfect timing and even seem to have a sense of humor. Ok, this Tyndale House Chronological NLT translation I have been in lately seems to take some liberties but today it was perfect. What about ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I give the words of encouragement I have.
Today’s Scripture: 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." Acts 13:15 NLT Do you ever struggle to find words of encouragement? Do you ever have to battle your feelings and your weak ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I have a joy that can not be stolen.
Today’s Scripture: So you have sorrow now, but I will see you again; then you will rejoice, and no one can rob you of that joy. John 16:22 NLT Two days before Jesus was crucified He promised this joy to His disciples. Jesus really poured it on the disciples and those around them in His last days on earth. Reading His word during this time is ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: What I do I do to Him.
Today’s Scripture: And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.' Matthew 25:40 ESV Loaded; this truth from Jesus is loaded full of hope and danger isn’t it? Jesus is here, do you see Him? The Holy Spirit speaks; what will we do with it? It seems to me we can go from ... Continue Reading »