Today’s Scripture: John 19:30 ESV: When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, "It is finished," and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. It is finished. No more struggles and beatings from this world. I follow the example of Jesus and bow my head and give up my spirit. I give up my spirit to God and believe His Spirit will take it from ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am taking possession of the land the LORD has given me.
Today’s Scripture: Joshua 1:11 ESV: "Pass through the midst of the camp and command the people, 'Prepare your provisions, for within three days you are to pass over this Jordan to go in to take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.'" “Prepare your provisions”. You have already been provided what you need to take ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I actively wait on the LORD.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 25:5 ESV: Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all the day long. We struggle with waiting on the LORD don’t we? In the English vernacular we think to be patient and “wait” for an answer. The original Hebrew and Greek meaning is more like being bound together with the LORD, ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I trust the prayers of the Holy Spirit.
Today’s Scripture: Romans 8:26 ESV: Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. This God thing is CRAZY! God continually amazes me and proves to me that He speaks. I have to break my word count today to share a personal ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: My spirit will find God’s way.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 77:6 ESV; I said, "Let me remember my song in the night; let me meditate in my heart." Then my spirit made a diligent search: David was in trouble and he was looking for God. Have you ever been there? Let us trust His Spirit who He promised as our helper. If you are struggling as you seek God and you are ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: My joy is full.
Today’s Scripture: John 16:24 ESV; Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full. Jesus shared with His disciples here at the last supper a joy they would receive if they asked. Have you come to know the fullness of His joy? Have you asked? These chapters in John recounting the last days of ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I strengthen myself in the LORD.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:6 ESV; And David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because all the people were bitter in soul, each for his sons and daughters. But David strengthened himself in the LORD his God. Confidence and boldness comes in the strength of the LORD. How do we strengthen ourselves in the LORD? David ... Continue Reading »