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…, hassled and “helpless” our mob seem … Continue reading →

7 Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, three things in giving heads ‘top forty chart’; be thrilled and willing … Continue reading →

5 For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter looked round at the rough seas he braves; he cries, “Lord, save me” who lifts him from … Continue reading →

35 Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst. John 6:35 ESV Dear friends and family…, “never” again will our faith “thirst” and die; “never” again … Continue reading →

127 Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. Psalm 127:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Solomon please sing that sweet song again; that God’s great mercy … Continue reading →

13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. James 5:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, let’s “pray” to Jesus to heal pain and stress; and songs of “praise” will give more happiness. Alone and … Continue reading →

12 “Yet even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; Joel 2:12 ESV Dear friends and family… Moses saw God move in front of his face; full of love, mercy, kindness … Continue reading →

21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21 ESV Dear friends and family…, “feed” our enemy and quench his thirst; this is God’s command, even when cursed, At the cruel Cross site revenge was not … Continue reading →

17   “no weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord and their vindication from me, declares the Lord.” Isaiah 54:17 … Continue reading →

12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, this “present darkness” is out … Continue reading →

11 so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth;     it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose,     and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it. Isaiah 55:11 ESV Dear … Continue reading →

15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, like metals that have been ‘refined by … Continue reading →

57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57 ESV Dear friends and family…, for long time now sin has caused us to grieve; started in garden with Adam and Eve. But … Continue reading →

8 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. Matthew 7:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, up on the mountain the people sit down; then Jesus shares how … Continue reading →

3 His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, 2 Peter 1:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes we slip and … 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…, Paul faced much hardship and at times felt weak; but “faith” and courage … Continue reading →

16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. Romans 1:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, when shame weighs heavy and tries break … Continue reading →

7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;     fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, ‘fools’ parade pride and God’s goodness despise; but those that seek truth soon see our God is wise. It starts … Continue reading →

13 bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. Colossians 3:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, hardness of heart forms when we hold a grudge; soon … 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…, yesterday’s pressure will try come today; for world is hostile … Continue reading →

19 Blessed be the Lord,     who daily bears us up;     God is our salvation. Selah Psalm 68:19 ESV Dear friends and family…, now the Lord “loads” up the poor Hebrew slaves; Egypt gives gold and with kindness behaves. Some of the Cross crowd … Continue reading →

17 The Lord your God is in your midst,     a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness;     he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing. Zephaniah 3:17 ESV  Dear friends and family…, see … 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 →

24 And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Galatians 5:24 ESV Dear friends and family…, “walk by the Spirit” to grow God’s good “fruit”; “love, joy, peace, patience” Paul first would recruit. Christ’s “kindness, … Continue reading →

19 We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19 ESV Dear friends and family…, we learn to love in our dear mother’s arms; hearing her sweet voice, her comfort and charms. Christ died and dealt with sin’s shame and … Continue reading →

13 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke 11:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, our earthly fathers will … Continue reading →

4 The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Proverbs 22:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, Solomon found the best order of things; “fear of the Lord” guides and gives grace to kings. Jesus’ blood became … Continue reading →

15 See that no one repays anyone evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to everyone. 1 Thessalonians 5:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes it’s easy to ‘fall out of line’; not help each other, treat … Continue reading →

35 For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it. Mark 8:35 ESV Dear friends and family…, following our God will cost us dearly; others then see whom we … Continue reading →

3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, David was trapped in the enemies’ camp; lies were pressed on him like post office stamp. On the Cross Jesus felt loud liar’s clamp; … Continue reading →