16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul says our “High Priest” sits on … 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…, in the past “gospel”, God’s “power”, good … Continue reading →

12 What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them has gone astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine on the mountains and go in search of the one that went astray? Matthew 18:12 ESV Dear … Continue reading →

9 And he said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” Mark 4:9 ESV Dear friends and family…, “A Sower went” out, “to sow” some “good seed”; wayside and rocks and thorns made none succeed. But the “good soil” reaped … 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…, Perth was once known as the ‘city of light’; spaceman in space-ship could see it shine bright. … Continue reading →

25 And if a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand. Mark 3:25 ESV Dear friends and family…, “scribes” denied Jesus healed by God’s own “power”; said it was “Satan”, but he turns life sour. … Continue reading →

15 And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” Luke 12:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, Young man asked Jesus to ‘bring down … Continue reading →

33 Be on guard, keep awake. For you do not know when the time will come. Mark 13:33 ESV Dear friends and family…, Roman soldiers had four “watches” at night; early to midnight, roosters to sunlight. See in the garden our Lord … Continue reading →

44 “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Matthew 13:44 ESV Dear friends and family… great is … Continue reading →

21 Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. Proverbs 19:21 ESV Dear friends and family…, Solomon’s one dream he planned with good hope; built his temple and asked God’s help … Continue reading →

11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 ESV Dear friends and family…, First written five books of Bible were law; that we may not sin but stay strong and sure. … Continue reading →

10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Romans 12:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul asks the Rome church to show fam’ly love; sounds we make show care like soft cooing dove. Church died to “honour” … Continue reading →

24 Declare his glory among the nations, his marvellous works among all the peoples! 1 Chronicles 16:24 ESV Dear friends and family…, David rejoiced to bring God’s Ark back home; back to Jerusalem, not more to roam. Later, but same place, … 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…, on the high mountains or deep in the sea; David trusts God for great care and safety. Jesus won battle … Continue reading →

12 Sow for yourselves righteousness; reap steadfast love; break up your fallow ground, for it is the time to seek the Lord, that he may come and rain righteousness upon you. Hosea 10:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, Hosea asks tribesmen, “time to … Continue reading →

43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbour and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, Matthew 5:43-44 ESV Dear friends and family…, hatred of Jews for the Gentiles … Continue reading →

13 For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” Isaiah 41:13 ESV Dear friends and family…, Dear friends and family…, Prophet Isaiah gave hope, not … 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 →

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…, Paul tells young … Continue reading →

8 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Exodus 20:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, ‘Saturday keeping’ is God’s special sign; “rest” and “no labour” that shows God is mine. There is another “rest” that is divine; in our place … Continue reading →

37 Jesus said to him, “You have seen him, and it is he who is speaking to you.” 38 He said, “Lord, I believe,” and he worshiped him. John 9:37-38 ESV Dear friends and family…, Wonder of wonders a “blind man” now ‘sees’; who did … Continue reading →

35 Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning with this Scripture, he told him the good news about Jesus. Acts 8:35 ESV Dear friends and family…, Philip runs quickly to young African; preached to Him Jesus’ great salvation plan. Jesus would suffer, that’s … Continue reading →

47 Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little.” Luke 7:47 ESV Dear friend and family…, precious oil she poured onto Jesus’ feet; tears showed she’d sinned much … Continue reading →

38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter preached boldly … 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 servant of Christ. Galatians 1:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, … 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 →

18 “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. 19 Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. … Continue reading →

17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul wants us trust and have strong faith in God; our worldview must … Continue reading →

4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I … Continue reading →

3 If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Colossians 3:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul says to set hearts on “heavenly things”; where Jesus sits … Continue reading →