Today’s Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15 ESV: and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. The life God offers us is so much better than this life we so often cling to; not only for eternity but for today. So often we fret and worry about today yet when we live for ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I have a living hope in Jesus Christ.
Today’s Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3 NIV: Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, Hope found in faith brings hope to life. Peter was sharing with us here a hope he had come to know; a living hope. Peter witnessed ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I affirm constantly the hope of God.
Today’s Scripture: Titus 3:8 NKJ: This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men. The book of Titus and Titus 3:8 in particular are the biblical basis for these affirmations of God. What are these ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I can face anything because I fall face down before God.
Today’s Scripture: And all the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living beings. And they fell face down before the throne and worshiped God. Revelation 7:11 NLT Tyndale As I harvest these affirmations from Revelation I realize that although I can not comprehend the apocalyptic writings of this book, I need ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I rejoice in thanksgiving for the portion God has given me.
Today’s Scripture: Instead of your shame there shall be a double portion; instead of dishonor they shall rejoice in their lot; therefore in their land they shall possess a double portion; they shall have everlasting joy. Isaiah 61:7 ESV God has given us a double portion. We have thanksgivings now and we have eternal thanksgivings. As Isaiah stated ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: I praise God more and more.
Today’s Scripture: But I will hope continually and will praise you yet more and more. Psalm 71:14 ESV Do we even realize how much God protects us? Psalm 71 reminds us to put our trust in God. It is God who delivers and saves us. How many times has God rescued us from wickedness when we were totally unaware? We are to tell of God’s salvation all ... Continue Reading »
Affirmation of God: God is great!
Today’s Scripture: May all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you! May those who love your salvation say evermore, "God is great!" Psalm 70:4 ESV Ok, I know most of us immediately think, “God is great, God is good, let us thank Him for our food” from our childhood blessings. Is that the last time you said God is great? It is good to be reminded. ... Continue Reading »