Tag: NIV Posts
Passing the Small Tests
Scripture “If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.” (James 4:17, NIV) Word Many people expect the voice of God to boom like a loudspeaker, but scripture tells us that He speaks in a still, small voice. To us, it seems like an impression […]
You’re on Assignment
Scripture “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:20, NIV) Word God has an assignment for you that nobody else can fulfill. God needs you. He needs your gifts, your smile, your love, your passion. You […]
Don’t Let Them Hold You Back!
Scripture “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32, NIV) Word Did you know that wrong labels can keep you from your destiny? You are not who people say you are. You are who God says you are. People will label you not good enough, too slow, too […]
Lifting the Fog of Fear
Scripture “By day the LORD went ahead of them in a pillar of cloud to guide them on their way and by night in a pillar of fire to give them light, so that they could travel by day or night.” (Exodus 13:21, NIV) Word Fear is exaggerated. It can be overwhelming. It always takes […]
When Fear Knocks on the Door
Scripture “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (Ephesians 6:12, NIV) Word Friends, throughout life, fear will come knocking at the door, selling you the worst case scenario. […]
Find Where It’s Written
Scripture “Jesus answered, ‘It is written…’ ” (Matthew 4:4, NIV) Word Anytime you are facing adversity or trials, the first line of defense needs to be in your mind. If you allow fear to come in and take root in your thinking, it becomes a stronghold that affects every part of you. But when thoughts […]
Look for God’s Favor
Scripture “So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you” (Luke 11:9, NIV) Word When you go about your day, are you looking for God’s favor? Do you expect His goodness to overflow? Many people wake up […]
Preprogrammed for Victory!
Scripture “Who is it that overcomes the world? Only he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.” (1 John 5:5, NIV) Word Did you know that you are preprogrammed for victory? As a child of the Most High God, you are filled with His conquering power. You are filled with the power to […]
Praise and Strength
Scripture “The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.” (Psalm 28:7, NIV) Word Praise and strength go hand in hand. When you give God praise, He gives you strength. When you thank […]
Hit the Delete Button
Scripture “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.” (Isaiah 43:18, NIV) Word Our minds work a lot like a computer. The way we program it will determine how it’s going to function. You can have the most expensive, powerful computer you can find, but if you load the wrong software, it’s not […]
Here’s the Way!
Scripture “ ‘…how can we know the way?’ Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’ ” (John 14:5–6, NIV) Word Do you need direction in your life today? Jesus said, “I am the way.” Not only is He the Way to […]
Saying What David Said
Scripture “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” (Psalm 139:14, NIV) Word “I’m God’s masterpiece. I’m wonderfully made. I’m talented. I’m original. God has given me everything that I need.” That’s what David was saying in Psalm 139. He praised God for making […]
