Tag: NIV Posts
Getting Past the Past
Scripture “…One thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead” (Philippians 3:13, NIV) Word In order to move forward in life, we have to “let go of the past.” But have you ever wondered exactly how to do that? First, understand that we take hold of things in our minds […]
Take Hold of Your Dream
Scripture “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses” (1 Timothy 6:12, NIV) Word One of the keys to seeing your dreams come to pass is to see them come to pass in […]
No Reply Necessary
Scripture “When he was accused by the chief priests and the elders, he gave no answer. Then Pilate asked him, ‘Don’t you hear the testimony they are bringing against you?’ But Jesus made no reply, not even to a single charge — to the great amazement of the governor” (Matthew 27:12–14, NIV) Word One time, […]
Know When to Turn Away
Scripture “Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word” (Psalm 119:37, NIV) Word You have to be very selective about what you give your time and attention to in order to live the life of victory God has promised. You have to recognize which thoughts to ignore, which comments […]
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? Not only is Jesus the Way to life in eternity, but Jesus is […]
The Promises of Peace
Scripture “I will listen to what God the Lord will say; 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. It doesn’t matter what’s happening in the economy, in your relationships or at the office; […]
The Way of the Righteous
Scripture “The path of the righteous is level; O upright One, you make the way of the righteous smooth” (Isaiah 26:7, NIV) Word Being righteous means that we are in right standing with Almighty God. It’s a very powerful, spiritual position. When we choose Jesus, we choose righteousness. But, we have to make the decision […]
Do You Want to Live Happy?
Scripture “The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes” (Psalm 19:8, NIV) Word I have a friend who is going through treatment for cancer. He’s a young man, very talented, very athletic. If he had not told me, I […]
Be Joyful in Hope
Scripture “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer” (Romans 12:12, NIV) Word God has given you everything you need in order to enjoy your life. Think about that for a minute. What is keeping you from living life to the full? You may not be in the home you want. You may […]
Joy in His Presence
Scripture “You have made 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 Do you need more joy in your life today? God promises that joy is found in His presence. If you’ve accepted Jesus as your […]
Don’t Put it Off
Scripture “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24, NIV) Word Many people are waiting for their circumstances to change in order to be happy and enjoy their lives. All the time I hear things like, “As soon as I get out of this problem, […]
New Seasons of God’s Blessing
Scripture “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” (II Corinthians 5:17, NIV) Word Every person has had negative things spoken over them in the past. Maybe someone told you that you don’t have what it takes or that you’re not going to be successful. […]
