Tag: NIV Posts
Be a Dream Releaser
Scripture “Be devoted to one another in love…” (Romans 12:10, NIV) Word Think about the people God has placed in your life. They’re not there by accident. God brings people to you for a purpose. We should live with this awareness that, “I am here to add value to people. I am here to help […]
Help Others Win
Scripture “…He tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him…But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles. He told them how Saul on his journey had seen the Lord and that the Lord had spoken to him…” (Acts 9:26–27, NIV) Word In Scripture, the Apostle Paul would have […]
True Success
Scripture “…Freely you have received; freely give” (Matthew 10:8, NIV) Word There are a lot of people who are successful in this world. They’ve accomplished their goals in the public eye. But being successful isn’t just about what you make happen for yourself, it’s about what you make happen for others. It’s when you realize, […]
In the Day of Trouble
Scripture “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1, NIV) Word God is always present with you. That means at all times, continually, perpetually, throughout all time, God is with you. In your day of trouble, He is a help to you. How is He your help? By providing […]
Something Out of Nothing
Scripture “The earth was formless and empty…and God said, Let there be light” (Genesis 1:2–3, NIV) Word Do you need a miracle in your life for something that seems impossible? With man it may be, but we serve the all-powerful God, and He can create something out of nothing! He can make a way […]
Stand and See
Scripture “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today…the LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still” (Exodus 14:13–14, NIV) Word In the Bible, when the people of Israel came out of slavery and were headed toward the Promise Land, they […]
God Works for Your Good
Scripture “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28, NIV) Word God has a plan to take every adversity and every hardship you go through and use it. He’s not going to beat you down […]
Take Your Life Back
Scripture “…take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5, NIV) Word Everyone has days when they feel like life is out of control. This usually happens when we allow our circumstances to dictate our thoughts and attitudes. You might say, “Well, Joel, the economy is wreaking havoc on my […]
Your Days are Written
Scripture “…all the days ordained for me were written in Your book before one of them came to be” (Psalm 139:16, NIV) Word Did you know that God has already written out the story of your life? He’s written out plans for your good, plans to prosper you, plans for peace. That doesn’t mean […]
Somebody’s Rooting for You
Scripture “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us”(Hebrews 12:1, NIV) WordI grew up playing sports, and I’ve experienced the difference it makes to have […]
See His Goodness
Scripture “I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living” (Psalm 27:13, NIV) Word David was going through a tough time when he made the declaration in today’s verse. Things weren’t going his way. But he said in effect, “I’m not worried. I’m not […]
The Way of the Righteous
Scripture “…The righteous give generously” (Psalm 37:21, NIV) Word Did you know that when you give to others in need, the Bible says it’s like giving directly to God Himself? When you step out and bless other people, you are honoring and blessing the Lord. The scripture tells us to give our best, to give […]
