Scripture “Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you” (Luke 6:28, NIV). Word I’ve learned that some people are peace stealers. They feel like it’s their calling in life to aggravate you, try to make you look bad, and tell you what you can’t do. They’ll try to bait you into […]
Scripture “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” (Matthew 11:29, NIV) Word Sometimes the day-to-day pressures of life can cause unnecessary stress. In fact, many people lose sleep worrying about things or people in their lives. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Scripture “I will answer them before they even call to Me…” (Isaiah 65:24, NLT) Word Have you ever thought about something you wanted or needed, and suddenly that need was supplied even before you had time to stop and pray? God knows your needs before you even speak them. He wants to provide for […]
Scripture “This is my command — be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9, NLT) Word No matter what today has in store, as a believer in Jesus, you can approach the day with boldness and confidence. Why? Because […]
Scripture “What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?” (Romans 8:31, NLT) Word There are many misconceptions about God in the world today. Some people think He’s mad at them, and other’s think He’s keeping a list of all their wrongs. […]
Scripture “…We went through fire and flood, but You brought us to a place of abundance” (Psalm 66:12, NLT) Word In scripture, three Hebrew teenagers, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, were told to bow down to the king’s idol or they would be thrown into a fiery furnace. They said, “No, King. We’re not going […]
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 […]