Affirmations Of God

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affirmationsofgod

Affirmation of God: Go.

Today’s Scripture: When he saw them he said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Luke 17:14 ESV (all emphasis is mine)  “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us” was the cry of two lepers in the previous verse. Our scripture today was Jesus’ reply. Do you find it interesting that it doesn’t say Jesus ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: Celebrate and be glad.

Today’s Scripture: It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found. Luke 15:32 ESV  Ah, wise words from a wise father. The prodigal son had returned and the father was throwing a celebration that was not pleasing to the other brother who was feeling sorry for himself. I have stayed ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: I have enough.

Today’s Scripture: For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Luke 14:28 ESV  At first glance this affirmation seems to be about contentment with what we have. However, it appears to me, today, that this feels more like I have HAD enough. Like the parable Jesus ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: I do what my LORD requires.

Today’s Scripture: But someone who does not know, and then does something wrong, will be punished only lightly. When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required. Luke 12:48 New Living Translation  LORD, LORD do you know me? Interestingly as I spent time ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: I pray.

Today’s Scripture: And he said to them, "When you pray, say: "Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Luke 11:2 ESV  The disciples had just asked Jesus to teach them to pray. Jesus begins, “when you pray.” This is not an “if” you pray.  Regretfully, I  spent the majority of my former life praying little.  Although, like the Pharisee’s I ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: I ask God.

Today’s Scripture: If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5 NIV  God is funny. Really, have you ever wondered what a God sized chuckle would sound like? I awoke this morning thinking maybe something needs to change with this blog. Maybe I am too stale ... Continue Reading »

Affirmation of God: I choose what is better.

Today’s Scripture: but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."  Luke 10:42 NIV  "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 what ... Continue Reading »