May 26
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 […]
May 18
“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 […]
May 14
“…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 2015 […]
May 12
“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 […]
May 11
“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 […]
May 5
“You see that his faith and his actions were working together, and his faith was made complete by what he did” James 2:22 (NIV) In today’s verse, James was talking about Abraham acting out his belief in God. He didn’t just claim that he knew there was a God, Abraham actually did deeds that reflected […]