5 But he was pierced for our transgressions;     he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. Isaiah 53:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we have “sorrows” … Continue reading →

21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we wrong people, and walk sin’s ‘long mile; our … Continue reading →

34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. John 13:34 ESV Dear friends and family…, Christ told disciples He soon would depart; so, commands, “Children, love … Continue reading →

6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. Isiah 53:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we do wrong our heart feels guilt; like … Continue reading →

28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” Matthew 20:28 ESV Dear friends and family…, the twelve disciples took worldly advice; power and prestige to them would suffice. … Continue reading →

9 After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, 10 and crying out … Continue reading →

15 Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16 For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and … Continue reading →

10 Love does no wrong to a neighbour; therefore, love is the fulfilling of the law. Romans 13:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we offend and break God’s law; call on Jesus, knock on His Door. No other one forgives us … Continue reading →

24 The earth is the Lord‘s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein, Psalm 24:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, when the gates of the city seem to sag; and the doors hang loose like an old chaff … Continue reading →

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2     He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. Dear friends and family…, when we feel nothing can meet our great need; we start to lose faith that we will succeed. … Continue reading →

6 For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice,     the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings. Hosea 6:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, Israel’s faithfulness vanished away; quick as a fog and dew at break of day. Jesus’ great loyalty proved it … Continue reading →

24 Gracious words are like a honeycomb,     sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Proverbs 16:24 ESV Dear friends and family…, sweeter than singing and softer than sleep; are words of “great grace” and kindness and keep. ”Father forgive them”…they’re all … 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…, sometimes when we … Continue reading →

25 O Lord, you are my God;     I will exalt you; I will praise your name, for you have done wonderful things,     plans formed of old, faithful and sure. Isaiah 25:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, what are the “wonderful…plans formed of old”? … Continue reading →

6 But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. Matthew 6:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, there is a place … Continue reading →

11 The greatest among you shall be your servant. Matthew 23:11 ESV Dear friends and family…, Moses was meekest man of his whole tribe; a humble servant and a faithful scribe. A “greater than Moses”, let me describe; faced the cruel … Continue reading →

10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalms 46:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, in times of trouble it’s hard to “be still”; to ‘know” … 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 problems come ‘thick and fast’ we feel pain; it’s hard to feel … Continue reading →

16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we feel … 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 mean folks try make us tremble and fear; as if our great God has left and not near. On … Continue reading →

13 So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, fortune and fame fade and “knowledge” will cease; but God’s love won’t fail and brings greatest … Continue reading →

10 As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: 1 Peter 4:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, much preaching, praying and playing guitar; sometimes put lids on like coins in a … Continue reading →

6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. Colossians 4:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, our private prayer life is of great gain; and good public life we must attain. … Continue reading →

8 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, as “mind” and the “flesh” do daily battle; easy to feel like lean, unfed cattle. Jesus broke down gates of … Continue reading →

6 He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Matthew 28:6 ESV Dear friends and family…, because we trust Jesus some think we are crazed; they see on our hearts “Victory” emblazed. … Continue reading →

14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, 15 that whoever believes in him may have eternal life. John 3:14 -15 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we sin and cause our ‘loved ones’ great … Continue reading →

34 And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments. Luke 23:34 ESV Dear friends and family…, there have been times we’ve been humbled and hurt; by friends and loved ones whom we … Continue reading →

7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Philippians 2:7-8 ESV Dear friends and … Continue reading →

42 saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” Luke 22:42 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we refuse to do God’s desired will; tough troubles come and we cry “peace be still”. … Continue reading →

Reflections: 8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we are feeble and feeling frail; we soon lose our hope and faith gets stale. … Continue reading →