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 ... Continue Reading »
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 ... Continue Reading »
The Lord gives me great boldness
Today’s Scripture: Acts 4:29 NIV: Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness. Peter and John were on trial for healing a lame man. We are told that Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke with great boldness. The members of the council trying them were amazed at their ... Continue Reading »
I worship Jesus
Today’s Scripture: Matthew 28:17 NLT: When they saw him, they worshiped him—but some of them still doubted! Somehow, we have been made to feel guilty if we doubt or if we struggle to grasp this Jesus thing. Our understanding or our faith may be shaken and stirred at times, but we can and should still worship Jesus. In these ... Continue Reading »
Father, I entrust my spirit into your hands
Today’s Scripture: Luke 23:46 NLT: Then Jesus shouted, "Father, I entrust my spirit into your hands!" And with those words he breathed his last. We cannot draw a comparison into our lives as to the pain and anguish Jesus must have felt in these last moments of His earthly experience. I cannot understand how Jesus had the self-control ... Continue Reading »
I keep alert and pray
Today’s Scripture: Mark 14:38 NLT: Keep alert and pray. Otherwise temptation will overpower you. For though the spirit is willing enough, the body is weak. Jesus made this statement to Simon Peter after returning from His passionate prayer in Gethsemane on the eve of His crucifixion. What an awakening statement in versus 37 where he ... Continue Reading »
No one can rob me of this joy
Today’s Scripture: John 16:22 NLT: So, you have sorrow now, but I will see you again; then you will rejoice, and no one can rob you of that joy. Two days before Jesus was crucified, He promised this joy to His disciples. His promise of the Spirit of truth that continues to reveal His messages to us gives us a joy this world hates. The ... Continue Reading »
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