2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:2 ESV Dear friends and … Continue reading →

7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, let’s “not be anxious about anything”; tell God your troubles for He reigns as King. Same … Continue reading →

16 “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, Christ sends us out as strong, sturdy “sheep”; “harmless” as doves and wise … Continue reading →

13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul was “content” in life’s ‘highs’ and its ‘lows’; good times and bad times whatever life throws. Jesus obeyed God and that’s what He … Continue reading →

42 As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God. Psalm 42:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, when teased and taunted by our enemies; and God seems to not hear our prayerful tears. Then to … Continue reading →

25 For I will satisfy the weary soul, and every languishing soul I will replenish.” Jeremiah 31:25 ESV Dear friends and family…, God’s prophet preaches good news and great joy; sleep now comes sweet for the once sleepless boy. God’s Son is … Continue reading →

23 Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! 24 And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting! Psalm 139:23-24 ESV Dear friends and family…, as gold is refined … Continue reading →

10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honour. Romans 12:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, brothers and friends help when we’re feeling stressed; lift up our hearts like a good ‘welcome guest’. Lord Jesus “in spite of” … Continue reading →

3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, “roll” all the plans of our hearts to the Lord; trust in Him and He will give good reward. Jesus had faith … Continue reading →

10 For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servantof Christ. Galatians 1:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, some … Continue reading →

10 even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me. Psalm 139:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, in darkness of hell Your light would shine brightly; in deepest sea You still show us mercy. Best of all … Continue reading →

20 But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, 21 keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life. Jude 1:20-21 ESV Dear friends and … Continue reading →

29 Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. Ephesians 4:29 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus gives “new … Continue reading →

12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, Joshua … 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 →

10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, our strife with sin sometimes run rivers deep; we walk dry deserts, climb … Continue reading →

25 The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe. Proverbs 29:25 ESV Dear friends and family…, Some “fear…man” and their false, smiling nod; then leave the “faith” path they once daily trod. “Yours and not my … Continue reading →

2 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, 3 for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. James 1:2-3 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we face hard times there’s one thing that’s sure; God above still … Continue reading →

40 I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined to me and heard my cry. 2 He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. Psalm 40:1-2 ESV Dear friends and family…, … 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…, “rich young man” told to sell wealth to the poor; then God would welcome him through … Continue reading →

10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, Moses held … Continue reading →

24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, 25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Hebrews 10:24-25 ESV … Continue reading →

11 Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11 ESV Dear friends and family…, children and parents have battles to fight; there’s lots of evil we face day and … Continue reading →

19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 ESV Dear friends and family…, it pleases God when we give from our heart; time, food or money that we set apart. … 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 →

14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we look at the sun, moon and the stars; God made … Continue reading →

11 Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as … Continue reading →

2 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, David says “Lord… God” is worthy of praise; “refuge…and stronghold”, where worries … Continue reading →

12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. 1 Timothy 6:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, goal of our … Continue reading →

14 And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. 1 John 5:14 ESV Dear friends and family…, reason we pray is we know God is true; He is Lord … Continue reading →