Tag: NIV Posts
Seek Him
Scripture “…Seek me and live.” (Amos 5:4, NIV) Word The Bible tells us that Jesus came to give us abundant life. Not only did He come to give you life in eternity, but He desires that you experience abundant life here on earth. He wants your relationships to be vibrant and alive. He wants your […]
Faith Counts!
Scripture “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” (Galatians 3:6, NIV) Word So many people today are looking for ways to be righteous or be in “right standing” with God. People try to do things to get God’s attention. But the Bible says that when we simply believe God, that’s credited […]
Be a People Builder
Scripture “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” (1 Thessalonians 5:11, NIV) Word God designed us to live in relationship with others. He wants us to help each other grow. None of us will reach our highest potential by ourselves. We need people in our lives to encourage us, and we need to […]
Sealed By God
Scripture “‘…I will make you like my signet ring, for I have chosen you,’ declares the LORD Almighty.” (Haggai 2:23, NIV) Word We don’t often hear about signet rings anymore; but in Bible times, they were very significant. The signet ring was used to identify the message or messenger and the authority they had. In […]
Rest for Your Soul
Scripture “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28, NIV) Word God wants to give you rest. He wants to refresh and restore your soul. It’s so easy sometimes to get caught up in the “busyness” of life. Before long, your mind, will and emotions […]
Live Skillfully
Scripture “Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings…” (Proverbs 22:29, NIV) Word Too often, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut, doing the same thing the same way over and over every day. But if we are going to live at our absolute best, we should constantly be […]
What Are You Expecting
Scripture “…Open wide your mouth and I will fill it.” (Psalm 81:10, NIV) Word There is greatness inside of you! As a believer, the Holy Spirit dwells and lives within you. You have all the power and authority in heaven and earth living on the inside of you! Do you have your mouth open wide […]
Garment of Praise
Scripture “Provide for those who grieve…a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” (Isaiah 61:3, NIV) Word What are you wearing today? Not on your physical body, but what’s covering your mind and emotions? Are […]
Forget Not His Benefits
Scripture “Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” (Psalm 103:2, NIV) Word God has given us many benefits today! He’s given us so much to be thankful for. When you meditate on His goodness, faithfulness and blessings in your life, it will change you on the inside. When you focus on […]
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 way […]
New Times and Seasons
Scripture “He changes times and seasons…” (Daniel 2:21, NIV) Word God is always looking to take us to higher levels. He wants us to grow and increase in every area. Change is often a catalyst for growth in our lives; it keeps us from getting stuck in a rut. Sometimes, in order help keep us […]
Plan for Good
Scripture “…those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.” (Proverbs 14:22, NIV) Word Do you wake up every morning expecting favor and blessing on everything you do? Do you plan for what is good? When we plan for what is good, the Scripture tells us that we find love. We know that God […]
