Jun 28
“These are the ones I look on with FAVOR: those who are humble and contrite in spirit” Isaiah 66:2 (NIV) Today’s verse gives us a glimpse at what God enjoys. He likes to see a humble and contrite spirit. “Humble”– not proud or egotistical. Having the ability to consider others needs, instead of figuring out ways to convince ourselves that […]
Jun 26
“The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways” Proverbs 14:8 (NIV) Many times we just go through our day making the same choices and even the same mistakes. We can get into a rut and justify our decisions with; “that’s how everyone else does it”. I remember driving down a country […]
Jun 24
“Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God” Genesis 6:9 (NIV) When I was first married I tried to think of creative dates to take my new bride on. If I couldn’t think of anything, there was always going to a good movie. I remember her […]
Jun 19
“The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good” Proverbs 15:3 (NIV) Back in the ol’ college days, my roommate and I had a little prank-thing going. One time I had a feeling that he was up to something, probably because I “got him good” the day before. So […]
Jun 17
“Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe” Philippians 2:14-15 (NIV) I was taking a basketball coaching class on-line. There was a statement made that jumped out at me. […]
Jun 14
When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” Matthew 17:6-7 (NIV) Three of the disciples, Peter, James and John, heard God’s booming voice. That’s why they fell to the ground in great fear. Sometimes we get really scared and fall into […]
Jun 12
“God loves a cheerful giver. And He is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work” 2 Corinthians 9:8-9 (NIV) There once was an old cobbler (shoe maker) that was so busy fixing shoes that he didn’t […]
Jun 10
“…that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God” Ephesians 3:19 (NASB) I was noticing some really nice cars as I was driving to work. The thought hit me that even the best cars won’t work without fuel. An older vehicle that is filled with gas is much more useful than the 2012 […]
Jun 7
“Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart” Colossians 4:2 (NLT) Devoting to something is a lot more than just doing it. Being devoted to a sport, cause, or person has focused passion behind it. God knows that prayer, talking to Him, is critical to our fulfillment in life. So He […]
Jun 5
“If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it” 1 Corinthians 12:26 (NIV) Paul is alluding to how our lives affect those around us. Sometimes we deceive ourselves when we feel that our actions are only personal, and everyone is on their own. People watch […]