17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. James 1:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, we’re not ‘deceived’ by this world’s “bag … Continue reading →

3 Seek the Lord, all you humble of the land, who do his just commands; seek righteousness; seek humility; perhaps you may be hidden on the day of the anger of the Lord. Zephaniah 2:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, the old prophet said ‘seek’ … Continue reading →

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

38 Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’” John 7:38 ESV Dear friends and family…, on the ‘great day’ of the ‘seven-day feast’; Jesus invites all the last, lost and least. “Trust … Continue reading →

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 →

16 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, our troubles and struggles seem so feather-light; for God’s ‘weight of glory’ exceeds … Continue reading →

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. Romans 10:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, some try mistreat us and think we’re … Continue reading →

16 “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.” Exodus 20:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, people tell lies to hurt, trick and to harm; they try to break God’s peace and disturb calm. ‘…Pierced my hands and my feet’ … Continue reading →

17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, when Moses talked to God off came the veil; love, light and ‘freedom’ poured out on large scale. … Continue reading →

121 I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? 2 My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalms 121:1-2 ESV Dear friends and family…, old Miss Cavanaugh, come sing us your song; tell all us young … Continue reading →

36 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him. John 3:36 ESV Dear friends and family…, John the Baptist has word for today; “come and … Continue reading →

10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower;     the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Proverbs 18:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, some trust in horses, riches and fame; but us mob will trust in God’s great Name. For God sent … Continue reading →

21 Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them.” John 14:21 ESV Dear friends and family…, … Continue reading →

12 “Honour your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, memories stay sweet of Mum and Dad’s care; they taught us to live … Continue reading →

19 The heavens declare the glory of God                                                                     … Continue reading →

4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, once we start … Continue reading →

2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, Ephesians 4:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, there’s three virtues Paul said to seek; be humble and patient and meek. The ‘Lamb of God’ love is unique; He brought peace in … Continue reading →

7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. Psalms 28:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, the times when troubles in his life occurred; David … Continue reading →

91 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will sayto the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalms 91:1-2 ESV Dear friends and family…, God is ‘my’ mountain, ‘refuge…and…fortress’; … Continue reading →

3 But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. 2 Thessalonians 3:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, Paul prayed that our ‘Lord’ would love and protect; when tests and trials try make … Continue reading →

16 If you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I command you today, by loving the Lord your God, by walking in his ways, and by keeping his commandments and his statutes and his rules, then you shall live and multiply, and the Lord your God … Continue reading →

14 Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord! Psalms 27:14 Dear friends and family…, seasons of darkness will turn into light; so let’s not fear those who treat us with spite. “Into Your Hands … 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…, walking or sailing in a boat; ‘faith, hope and love’ kept Paul afloat. ‘Father forgive them…’ … Continue reading →

1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2     He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, Psalm 23:1-2 ESV Dear friends and family…, ‘great grace’ and guidance and goodness are ours; for the Good Shepherd leads us … Continue reading →

8 Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, love forgives and covers the shame; never repeats or hurts through blame.  ‘No greater love’ was the Cross claim; … 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…, home or at work Paul … Continue reading →

8 And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” Isaiah 6:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, Isaiah’s lips were cleansed with ‘a live … 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…, since we’re the people who reflect God’s light; we will let nothing block God from our sight. … Continue reading →

Reflections: 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, through our distressing times we need not … 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 regards no-one by our fleshly heart; but to love Jesus and His … Continue reading →