Joshua 1

PRO.9.10_NLT

What A Sensitive World We Live In, Do You Live Up To What Is Expected?

Proverbs 20:22 NLTDon’t say, “I will get even for this wrong.” Wait for the LORD to handle the matter. As a society, we have become very sensitive. We are bent on making sure that everyone gets what they deserve.  And that they get it NOW!! But being a Christian, is that a position that our […]

EPH.6.12_NIV

The Battle Is Waging! Who Do You Think The Enemy Is?

Ephesians 6:12 NLTFor we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. In my lifetime, this is the most divided society that I have ever experienced. People are saying that in the […]

'Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. ' Matthew 6:21

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Disciple Of Jesus?

Colossians 3:12-13 NLTSince God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. When we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, […]

COL.3.2_NIV

Let God’s Word Fill Your Mind, Heart, And Soul. And Your Actions Will Follow!

Colossians 3:16 NLTLet the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts. **SPECIAL NOTE: I have been sharing my thoughts on scripture pretty regularly over the past three months, mainly […]

HEB.4.12_NIV

Let Your Example Stand As A Witness To Your Faith In Jesus Christ And What He Can Do In A Person’s Life

Acts 20:35 NLTAnd I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ” The example that we are will speak more to the people around us than the words […]

1PE.3.12_NLT

There Is Only One Way To Live In Unity With Others, Lay Your Life Down For Others

1 Peter 3:8-12 NLTFinally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has […]

'By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” ' John 13:35

Can You Forgive Others Like This?

Acts 7:55 NLTBut Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of God, and he saw Jesus standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Several areas in the Bible bring me to tears every time I read it. This chapter is one of those chapters. Stephen […]

'“Even now,” declares the Lord , “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.” ' Joel 2:12

When We Are At Odds With Others, We Are Truly At Odds With God

Philippians 4:11 NLTNot that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. How can we not live in joy if this was the way we look at our life? Can I be so secure in my faith in God that I don’t need to defend my […]

1TH.5.17

When We Feel Like We Have Come To The End Of Ourselves, Praise God Because Now Is The Time For Him To Show Up

Philippians 1:11 NLTMay you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ— for this will bring much glory and praise to God. WOW… The definitive nature of the Word of God is fascinating to me. “Always,” “Never stop,” “in all circumstances” in the following example. […]

EPH.6.12_NIV

The Challenges That We Face Will Always Involve People. The Way We Look At others Will Determine The Solution!

Ephesians 5:8-10 NLTFor once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of light! For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true. Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. Being a Christian brings many challenges. But the most significant challenges come […]