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Give Thought to Your Ways
Scripture “The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.” (Proverbs 14:15, NIV) Word One of the characteristics of a prudent person is that they give thought to their ways. So many people today just act, or react, based on their emotions or circumstances. They let the world around them determine how […]
The Father’s Anticipation
Scripture “For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father [of Eternity], Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6, AMP) Word When you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, not only is […]
He Directs Your Steps
Scripture “The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.” (Proverbs 16:9, NASB) Word What are you doing to bring your dreams to pass? Are you getting prepared? Do you have clear direction? Are you taking steps of faith? Success is intentional. You may not know what steps to take right […]
New Creation
Scripture “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” (2 Corinthians 5:17, NIV) Word Everyone loves to get something new. But as a believer in Jesus, you’re not only getting something new, you are something new. You are a brand new creation! Your eternal […]
Joy in His Presence
Scripture “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” (Psalm 16:11, NIV) Word Are you experiencing the fullness of His joy? God promises that joy is found in His presence, and if you’ve accepted Jesus as your Lord […]
You are Alive
Scripture “And you He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins.” (Ephesians 2:1, NKJV) Word Jesus came to give us life! Think about that for a minute right now. You used to be dead in your sins and trespasses; you used to have no hope. You used to live in fear. But once […]
He Promises Peace
Scripture “I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people…” (Psalm 85:8, NIV) Word No matter what is going on in your life right now, the Lord promises that you can have peace. Notice that in this verse, the psalmist is making the decision to listen to what God […]
The Prince of Peace
Scripture “…and his name shall be called…The Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6, KJV) Word Aren’t you glad Jesus is our Prince of Peace? He rules our hearts with peace. He gives us peace that passes understanding—which means we can have peace when it doesn’t make sense. We can have peace in the midst of the […]
Guard Your Mouth
Scripture “Do not neglect your gift…” (1 Timothy 4:14, NIV) Word God has equipped each one of us with specific gifts and talents. It’s up to you to not only identify those gifts, but to be disciplined to develop those gifts. You have to learn to stay in your strength zone. What are you naturally […]
Guard Your Mouth
Scripture “And walk in love, [esteeming and delighting in one another] as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us…” (Ephesians 5:2, AMP) Word We don’t often hear the word esteem used in our culture, but the Bible tells us to esteem and delight in one another. One definition of esteem is to hold […]
Observe to Do
Scripture “This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.” (Joshua […]
Enlarge Your Territory
Scripture “…‘Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory!’…” (1 Chronicles 4:10, NIV) Word God wants to bless you and enlarge your territory. Your territory can be your sphere of influence or your realm of responsibility or authority. Are you ready for increase in your life today? You may desire God’s increase, but […]
