Today’s Scripture: Then Peter said, "Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk." Acts 3:6 NIV What you and I have in Christ is what is needed by someone. Oddly, most times we are too busy seeking what we do not have and those seeking do not even know what to ask for. The lame man ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: My love is from God.
Today’s Scripture: Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God. 1 John 4:7 ESV 1 John 4:11 (ESV) states: “Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” At times the only love we have is from God isn’t it? In Martin Luther King Jr’s 1967address to an anti-war group ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I look for the interests of others.
Today’s Scripture: Everyone should look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. Philippians 2:4 Holman A greater love is found when we look to the things others are dealing with. We rob ourselves by trying to take care of ourselves. When we take care to look for the interests and needs of others we find ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: God makes His way known to us.
Today’s Scripture: that your way may be known on earth, your saving power among all nations. Psalm 67:2 ESV God is gracious to us, He blesses us and He does make His face shine upon us. David sang about this here in Psalm 67 and we can sing these same praises today. The Holy Spirit of God will move us and make God’s way known to us. Just this ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I receive God through you.
Today’s Scripture: "Whoever receives one such child in my name receives me, and whoever receives me, receives not me but him who sent me." Mark 9:37 ESV Who will you receive God through today? As we welcome and receive others we receive God. Just as the children here In Mark 9, those we receive may not even be aware of what they are bringing to ... Continue Reading »