Today’s scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:4, NLT- “He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.” Why me LORD? Some of us have asked this while going through our troubles. 2 Corinthians, the first chapter, gives us our why. I have spent the ... Continue Reading »
I am a servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Today’s Scripture: James 1:1, KJV- “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting.” The salutations of the letters to God’s people often share how the disciples of Christ saw themselves. James believed he was a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. Do we see ourselves as ... Continue Reading »
God, be merciful to me, the sinner.
Today’s Scripture: Luke 18:13, BLB, “But the tax collector, standing afar off, was not even willing to lift up the eyes to heaven, but was striking his breast, saying, 'God, be merciful to me, the sinner!'” We try every trick in the book to overcome our sins, don’t we? I know I have tried every logical method to stop my sinning. I have accepted ... Continue Reading »
I have seen the rewards of the unseen.
Today’s Scripture: Matthew 6:18, NIV- “so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” I love how the Spirit of God directs us. When we experience God, we realize how little control we have over our lives. However, we can ... Continue Reading »
The LORD is restoring me in my incurable afflictions.
Today’s Scripture: Jeremiah 30:17, NIV- “But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the LORD, ‘because you are called an outcast, Zion for whom no one cares.’ I LOVE how God’s Word speaks to us. I am careful not to add or subtract but I am also trusting God and His Spirit to feed and restore us. I have come to believe ... Continue Reading »
Thank You LORD for Your love that endures forever.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm107:1, NIV- “Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.” Do we really give thanks to the LORD as often as we think we do? This morning Psalm 107 opened my eyes and heart. As I read the words to give thanks to the LORD for His love that endures forever, I simply turned to the LORD and said, “Thank ... Continue Reading »
LORD, I am putting my trust in You and know that You alone can help and save me.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 146:3, NIV- “Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save.” I have proven over and over that I cannot trust myself so why would I put my trust in any other human being? The LORD alone can help and save us. When we turn to the LORD, we find the truth and power of praise. Step One of Celebrate ... Continue Reading »
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