Tag: NLT Posts
He’s Working on Your Behalf
Scripture “We know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” (Romans 8:28, NLT) Word Right now, God is working behind the scenes in your life! No matter what you may be facing, no matter what trial you may […]
Seek First
Scripture “All night long I search for you; in the morning I earnestly seek for God…” (Isaiah 26:9, NLT) Word Jesus said in Matthew 6, “Seek first the kingdom of God.” That word “seek” is a strong word. One definition is “to require as a vital necessity.” You have to see spending time with God […]
Out of the Pit
Scripture “He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and mire. He set my feet on the solid ground and steadied me as I walked along.” (Psalm 40:2, NLT) Word Everyone goes through seasons when they feel like they are in a pit. That pit can be a frustration or […]
Dare to Ask
Scripture “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” (Ephesians 3:20, NLT) Word When was the last time you asked God to do something impossible, something out of the ordinary? I believe that one reason we don’t […]
Hope in the Lord
Scripture “So Moses told the people of Israel what the LORD had said, but they refused to listen anymore. They had become too discouraged by the brutality of their slavery.” (Exodus 6:9, NLT) Word When you hear that “God wants to bring you out better,” does something come alive in your spirit? Something that says, […]
Let the Encouragement Flow
Scripture “Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up” (Proverbs 12:25, NLT) Word When you see someone who is struggling, a co-worker who is discouraged, a friend who is not up to par, how do you respond? Our words can be what keeps a person going; our compliments can put a […]
It is Finished
Scripture “I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” (Philippians 1:6, NLT) Word It’s interesting that the last thing Jesus that said on the cross was, “It is finished.” It certainly looked like the end. […]
Resurrection Power
Scripture “…He is risen from the dead, just as he said would happen…” (Matthew 28:6, NLT) Word We have a reason to celebrate life every single day because the God we serve is alive. His resurrection power didn’t end on the cross 2000 years ago; His power is still at work today. Not only did […]
Receive His Power
Scripture “But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57, NLT) Word This weekend, we will be celebrating Easter, the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. So much happened at Calvary’s cross over two thousand years ago; but ultimately, Jesus overcame sin and […]
When Life Isn’t Fair
Scripture “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” (Romans 8:28, NLT) Word Everyone goes through things that don’t seem to make sense. It’s easy to get discouraged and wonder, “Why did this happen to me?” […]
The Way Your Story Ends
Scripture “You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.” (Psalm 139:16, NLT) Word Did you know that God has already recorded every part of your life from the beginning to the end? He knows every […]
You Are a Masterpiece
Scripture “We are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” (Ephesians 2:10, NLT) Word You are God’s own masterpiece! That means you are not ordinary or average; you are a one-of-a-kind original. When God created you, He went to […]
