July 4

“For the eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are open to their prayers. But the face of the Lord is against those that do evil.” God says that if we love Him we will keep His commandments; do not return evil for evil. Instead do good to others. Love your […]

July 3

“Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its effect, that you may be perfect and complete and lacking in nothing.” It doesn’t take any talent to become angry when things don’t go your way. The real […]

July 2

“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.” Peace is more than the absence of personal turmoil or war. Through the Holy Spirit we are granted peace as […]

July 1

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth should change; though the mountains shake in the roar of the sea; though its waters roar and foam; though the mountains tremble with its tumult.” How little my daily troubles become when I read this […]

June 30

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord.” It is very easy to get caught up in working toward a goal for the Lord. I get an idea and set out to accomplish it. Though I mean well, reaching the goal may not always be what God […]

June 29

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” Do not fear anything in your life. You have no need to fear because God will never leave you. AMEN. -Shared by Robert Myers

June 28

“Open my eyes to see wonderful things in your Word. I am but a pilgrim here on earth: how I need a map – and your commands are my chart and guide. I long for your instructions more than I can tell.” The answer to difficult questions lies within. All we have to do is […]

June 27

“Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” These are the traits by which we will be known as children of Christ. People will see these things in us and want to know more. These characteristics are not natural to humankind. It is only through […]

June 26

“Always be joyful, pray constantly; and for all things give thanks.” For all things give thanks? Give thanks for losing my job? For a condition that requires scary surgery? For having to move away from my family and friends? Give thanks for feeling out of place? For not having a friend to call in a […]

June 25

“Those crucified with Him also heaped insults on Him.” I read this verse and I try to imagine insulting someone while I myself am hanging on a cross. It seems almost absurd. And yet, here it is. A powerful illustration of the absolute depths of man’s pride. When am I like those people? The difference […]