Boast in the Lord!
“God did this so that, just as it is written, “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.” (1 Corinthians 1:31) “Pride comes before the fall.” This proverb is a good reminder not...
‘Live as Jesus did’
Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did. (1 John 2:6) You’ve likely heard and probably even used the phrase, “If you’re going to talk the talk, you need to walk...
A Leader You Can Trust!
“Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight. I am placing my Spirit on him. He will announce a just verdict for the nations.” (Isaiah 42:1) This verse...
Approach God in Confidence!
In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. (Ephesians 3:12) Do you ever wonder why weather forecasters deal with percentages? There is a 90 percent chance of...
You can be sure who you are in 2023!
“So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.” (Galatians 4:7) As we begin another year, people often have expectations,...
Find your Christmas joy in Jesus
“You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.” (Hebrews 1:9) What unique or special things does your...
The King Is Settling His Accounts!
For this reason the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. (Matthew 18:23) The setting for today’s verse is in response to a question Peter asked...
Blessed in God’s grace.
Blessed is the one who does not take offense at me.” (Matthew 11:6) Has Jesus’ words or actions offended you? Try to imagine walking with Jesus and listening to him on this earth. You...
A Voice in the Wilderness
A voice is calling out: In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord. In the wasteland make a level highway for our God. (Isaiah 40) Wow, it’s already December! Where has the year...