Today’s Scripture: “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” To him who lacks sense she says, Proverbs 9:4 ESV We choose which way to turn moment to moment don’t we? Proverbs 9 reminds us that both Wisdom and folly call out to us. Which way will we turn? Before turning, can we ask the LORD to impress upon our spirits and minds ... Continue Reading »
I tune my ear to Wisdom
Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 2:2 NLT: Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding Is it possible we can tune in and “hear” more from what is inside of us than outside? The “incline your ear” given in most translations of Proverbs 2 is required to hear Wisdom. We must be attentive and tuned in to listen closely to ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: Here I am Lord. Send me.
Today’s Scripture: Isaiah 6:8 ESV: And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” Are you willing to go and represent the Lord? I believe our first reaction is to say yes, here I am Lord, send me! Then we allow fear, doubt and the voices of others to drown out our ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation: I tune my ear to Wisdom.
Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 2:2 NLT: Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding Is it possible we can tune in and “hear” more from what is inside of us than outside? The “incline your ear” given in most translations of Proverbs 2 is required to hear Wisdom. We must be attentive and tuned in to listen closely to Wisdom. This is ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: 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 ruler and this ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I am listening to Jesus.
Today’s Scripture: Mark 4:3 ESV: "Listen! A sower went out to sow." Jesus says Listen! Yes, that is an exclamation point and I struggle to write the words “I Listen” but this is an affirmation of who I hope to be in Christ and not necessarily where I am. We just need to receive the Word of God and sow them. As we sow, Jesus is teaching us what ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I choose what is better.
Today’s Scripture: Luke 10:42 NIV: but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her." "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things,” Luke 10:41 ESV. Sound familiar? Do we get lost in our anxiety and troubles of trying to do too much? Like Martha, we even stress over doing ... Continue Reading »