1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, When we’re alone and feel fam’ly’s not there; know that Lord Jesus is “Boss” and will care. He is … Continue reading →

  3 From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised! Psalm 113:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, on ev’ry holy day this song was sung; “Praise the Lord” was on all countryman’s tongue. Jesus … Continue reading →

20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:20 ESV Dear friends and family…, “Lukewarm church” ‘been doing lots … Continue reading →

14 For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbour as yourself. Galatians 5:14 ESV Dear friends and family… when law of the land seems too hard to keep; we fuss and bother and can’t go to sleep. … Continue reading →

16 Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name. 1 Peter 4:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter’s faith-walk never lingered behind; when he faced troubles kept God on his mind. Jesus … Continue reading →

10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, good folks in Christ’s time faced suff’ring and shame; but became “blessed” because God’s kingdom came. On the … Continue reading →

3 Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, 4 and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, 5 and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been … Continue reading →

19 Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, so that the times of refreshing may come from the Lord. Acts 3:19 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter, John healed man at “Beautiful Gate”; he was once lame but … 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…, beauty of flowers will soon pass away; but God’s great “kingdom” is here to stay. See there … Continue reading →

13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able … Continue reading →

24 Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!” Mark 9:24 ESV Dear friends and family…, hear the young father cry out for his child; says, “I believe; but help my faith, so mild.” There … Continue reading →

29 Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” John 20:29 ESV Dear friends and family…, Thomas, disciple, began to have doubt; Jesus then showed him where spear … 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…, each of us are asked to give with our “heart”; freely and … Continue reading →

16 But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. Galatians 5:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes when hurt our flesh straightway hurts back; we think we won but we’ve gone way off track. … Continue reading →

9 The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps. Proverbs 16:9 ESV Dear friends and family…, at the Olympics there’s been lots of “plans”; countries compete to win gold for their clans. No shouts for winning where Calvary stands; … Continue reading →

2 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. James 1:2-3 ESV Dear friends and family…, hard times are there to help us pass the test; like pure … 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…, time to remember God’s wonderful “deeds”; how he saved Moses among bulrush reeds. Best story is how God … Continue reading →

13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. Philippians 2:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul’s cup of “joy” spilling over the brim; Philippi church grown with vigour and vim. In three … Continue reading →

26 But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26 ESV Dear friends and family…, the rich young ruler had kept all the law; he thought he could walk through Heaven’s … Continue reading →

23 Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, 24 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 ESV Dear friends and family…, “servants” and “children” and “husbands” … Continue reading →

11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, writer reminds us of Jesus’ return; our “faith” fire must light up and day and night burn. “No greater … Continue reading →

7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; But we will remember the name of the Lord our God. Psalm 20:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, David in prayer planned for full victory; before did battle with his enemy.  Jesus alone prayed in Gethsemane; then … Continue reading →

7 “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. Jeremiah 17:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, “cursed” is the man who trusts in human-kind; “blessed” are those who the One True God they find. “Lord Jesus” on the … Continue reading →

20 Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, 21 to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20 ESV Dear … Continue reading →

8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way … Continue reading →

12 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, Hebrews 12:1 ESV Dear … Continue reading →

24 But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of … Continue reading →

13 Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul says that Jesus is coming back soon; we are to make sure our hearts stay in tune. On the Cross looked like Christ … Continue reading →

16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, listen to Jesus speak from mountain height; “Let your light so shine…” folks see your … Continue reading →

42 As the deer pants for the water brooks, So pants my soul for You, O God. Psalm 42:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, David was worn out and feeling despair; even close fam’ly said ‘God doesn’t care.’ So, David sought … Continue reading →