23 Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. Hebrews 10:23 ESV Dear friends and family…, ‘member when we first said, “Jesus is Lord”; our “hope” in Christ was tied with strong “love” … Continue reading →

8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we give let’s … Continue reading →

6 For to us a child is born,     to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder,     and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,     Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes we long for … Continue reading →

21 “She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we feel our friends or health seem bit ‘sus’; we need a “sign” … Continue reading →

31 but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 ESV Dear friends and family…, when losing power and hope … Continue reading →

35 “By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:35 ESV Dear friends and family…, some think miracles, some reckon teaching; others say ‘save the lost’ to God we bring. … Continue reading →

14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” Matthew 5:14 ESV Dear friends and family…, bright “city” have more than concrete and tar; help and hope is there for those near and … Continue reading →

2 The people who walked in darkness     have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness,     on them has light shone. Isaiah 9:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus “the Light of the world” became man; lived among … Continue reading →

7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God. 1 John 4:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, we know a person’s love for God is true; when they are … Continue reading →

14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 ESV Dear friends and family…, when tired and weary of evil all round; look for “a sign” of … Continue reading →

32 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 ESV Dear friends and family…, once we had hard hearts with too much hate; but now there’s kindness and true tender trait. Jesus was … Continue reading →

4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Philippians 4:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, in midst of troubles Paul tells us “Rejoice”; what may seem ‘no good’ is really God’s choice. From the cruel Cross comes a … Continue reading →

5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! Psalm 126:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, when “sorry times” wants to break up home base; where do we go to feel love’s warm embrace? Starts at the Cross … 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 →

47 Clap your hands, all peoples! Shout to God with loud songs of joy! Psalm 47:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, bring “hands” and mouth now in worship display; “shout” a loud song praise and “clap…hands” today. “Father forgive them…” we … Continue reading →

15 Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God. 1 John 4:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, some folks have slipped back to ways of the world; but our “strong faith” flag … Continue reading →

7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we need “good things” let’s “ask…seek, and…knock”; always keep praying till “treasures” unlock. On … Continue reading →

2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, … Continue reading →

33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Matthew 6:33 ESV Dear friends and family…, “birds” and the “lilies” don’t fret what to “sow”; God provides for them through rain, hail or … Continue reading →

18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, Ephesians 6:18 ESV Dear friends and family…, come face the day with great courage and dare; always remember there’s … Continue reading →

6 Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we feel we’ve failed … Continue reading →

6 Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! Psalm 95:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, “come…worship” God ‘cause He loves us a ‘heap’; He’s our “Good Shepherd” and we are His “sheep”. Cross Jesus carried … Continue reading →

12 Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, shine little candle throughout the whole night; chase … Continue reading →

Reflections: 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 1 Peter 1:3 ESV Dear … Continue reading →

5 I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope; Psalm 130:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, Moses was waiting for forty long years; to free his people from slav’ry and tears. A “greater than Moses” knew our sin fears; … Continue reading →

3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, Matthew 6:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, our acts of righteousness must be unseen; then a blessed harvest God will … Continue reading →

11 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, each day’s a “faith” walk where we trust God’s care; that’s how the “old ones” reached heaven up there. … Continue reading →

3 A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Isaiah 40:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, Isaiah “cries” out that “comfort” will come; prepare our hearts now, there’s … Continue reading →

4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! Psalm 100:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, it’s “worship” season let’s “enter” God’s “gates”; bring all the nations whom God loves and waits. “Sheep, sheep … Continue reading →

17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, when fit and happy or ‘not trav’lling well’; good “friend” and “brother’s” love shines like pearl shell. “Father forgive them…”, … Continue reading →