8 Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good!     Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him! Psalm 34:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, Israel’s blessings show their God is “good”; He’s a great Saviour they all understood.  Crucified there on a Cross … Continue reading →

25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. Galatians 5:25 ESV Dear friends and family…, what kind of fruit do we grow on our tree? Bitter or sweet or love, or some envy? Best … Continue reading →

25 that there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. 26 If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honoured, all rejoice together. 27 Now you are the body of Christ … Continue reading →

13 Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, through tough times, Paul says, “Be strong” and mature; watch and work hard and know God’s love is sure. See how Lord Jesus … Continue reading →

10 that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 that by any means possible I may attain the resurrection from the dead. Philippians 3:10-11 ESV Dear friends and family…, looking back … Continue reading →

4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, some days we … Continue reading →

5 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, 2 Corinthians 10:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul says there’s lots of false wisdom about; they parade with pride and … Continue reading →

37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; 38 therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Matthew 9:37-38 ESV Dear friends and family…, “harvest is ready” but “workers are … Continue reading →

33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 ESV Dear friends and family…, “take heart, have courage, cheer up” Jesus said; for … Continue reading →

114 You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word. Psalm 119:114 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes slip and doubt when troubles come round; we look for way out and some solid ground. Cross is our “refuge”, Christ’s death … Continue reading →

31 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul sought folks’ wellness and tried be a friend; Jews, Greeks and Church mob tried not … Continue reading →

20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. … Continue reading →

16 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, “wasting away” is the body we wear; but soul and spirit gets daily God’s … Continue reading →

18 The Lord is near to all who call on him,     to all who call on him in truth. Psalm 145:18 ESV Dear friends and family…, God’s greatness and grace are reasons for praise; He stands close by us our whole seven days. Lord Jesus, … Continue reading →

3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, good to meet old friend we know thinks the same; Father and Spirit and trust in Son’s Name. Jesus God’s … Continue reading →

4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,     I will fear no evil, for you are with me;     your rod and your staff,     they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, each dark and deep “valley” our “Lord” is … Continue reading →

17 pray without ceasing, 1 Thessalonians 5:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul told the church what is clearly God’s will; joy, prayer, thanksgiving in our hearts instil. We see on Calvary Jesus’ blood spill; “Father forgive them… please my prayer … Continue reading →

7 “And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. Matthew 6:7-8 ESV … Continue reading →

11 but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. Psalm 147:11 ESV Dear friends and family…, power in our legs and a strong warhorse; can weaken and fail and we feel remorse. But “steadfast … Continue reading →

16 Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you? 1 Corinthians 3:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, “gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay” and “straw”; then “fire” will ‘test’ if our “temple” is … Continue reading →

11 Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! Chronicles 16:11 ESV Dear friends and family…, good to remember our family past; how we were taught that our faith must “hold fast”.  Before the Cross Christ felt really downcast; “Yours, not … Continue reading →

37 “For nothing will be impossible with God.” Luke 1:37 ESV Dear friends and family…, Mary not sure how Christ’s birth can be done; to be the mother of God’s only Son. Soon ‘Mary’s boy child’ born God ‘s “Holy One”; died … Continue reading →

3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, David knew God cares for each pain and tear; kept in His “bottle” so no need to fear. Feeling “forsaken” from God He loved … Continue reading →

105 Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! Psalm 105:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Abraham wandered and wasted no time; with faith crossed rivers and mountains did climb. Jesus had plenty of … Continue reading →

11 I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. 12 I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds. Psalm 77:11-12 ESV Dear friends and family…, Asaph remembers God’s “wonders of old”; power each hour … Continue reading →

10 Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground! Psalm143:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes we don’t know which way we should go; we “dwell in darkness”, feel “crushed” to … Continue reading →

24 One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want. Proverbs 11:24 ESV Dear friends and family…, a generous soul will give and gain more; but hard, stingy heart won’t win the ‘wealth … Continue reading →

9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9 ESV Dear friends and family…, God’s children know how to find inward peace; “repent and believe” God’s “kingdom” won’t cease. Starts at the Cross with God’s “great grace” release; … Continue reading →

4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Romans 15:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, we who are “strong” let’s give strength to the “weak”; … Continue reading →

13 For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Galatians 5:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, by faith our “freedom” can face any foe; “to love” … Continue reading →