Today’s Scripture: I Timothy 1:14 ESV: and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. My argument with Paul this morning went something like this: “You can not be the worst of sinners because that is me.” There is a new “chief” in town. Seriously, do you sometimes wonder why and how God loves ... Continue Reading »
I keep my eyes on the qualities of God
Today’s Scripture: 2 Peter 1:9 ESV: For whoever lacks these qualities is so nearsighted that he is blind, having forgotten that he was cleansed from his former sins. I am thankful that Peter was committed to reminding us of the vision Christ had for us. In 2 Peter he reminded us we must keep our eyes on the qualities of ... Continue Reading »
You are my God and I am yours
Today’s Scripture: My dwelling place shall be with them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Ezekiel 37:27 ESV Do you need the reminder that you are God’s today? I heard myself speak out loud this morning on my knees, “You are my God and I am yours.” Then by chance (really?), I was then brought to Ezekiel 37 this ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: The God who raised Jesus raises me.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:14 NASB: Now God has not only raised the Lord, but will also raise us up through His power. The same God who raised Jesus will also raise us up through His power. Sometimes we think our sins are somewhat unique and we are uniquely unworthy; NOT true. 1 Corinthians 6:11 NLT states: Some of you were once ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am thankful for the grace of Jesus that has overflowed for me.
Today’s Scripture: I Timothy 1:14 ESV: and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. My argument with Paul this morning went something like this: “You can not be the worst of sinners because that is me.” There is a new “chief” in town. Seriously, do you sometimes wonder why and how God loves ... Continue Reading »