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. Psalms 40:1-2 ESV Dear friends and family…, … Continue reading
12 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, marathon runner show … Continue reading
6 “Seek the Lord while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; 7 let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, that he may have compassion on him, and to our … Continue reading
5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, Pharaoh fell foul of God’s offer to bless; his stubborn heart got him into more mess. Jesus removed all our sin-stains and stress; God’s ‘first-born … Continue reading
9 The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps. Proverbs 16:9 ESV Dear friends and family…, Some folks will falter and some just won’t wait; soon they find their plans are in a worse state. Set His ‘face like … Continue reading
12 So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. Psalms 90:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, the prayer of Moses comes from his heart; his mob get wisdom than just street-smart. Christ nailed to … Continue reading
7 The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; Psalms 19:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, when we’re not sure just what to do; strong become weak, good folks are few. Blood on the … Continue reading
2 My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalms 121:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, where can our ‘help’ come from when we’re alone? Who can stop hurting hearts hard’ning like stone? Look with our ‘eyes’ up to Calvary … Continue reading
4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, Pharaoh saw damage that God’s hail had done; still his heart hardened when God shined the sun. At the Cross Mary cried when the … Continue reading
2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. Colossians 3:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, the ‘old man’ in us is greedy and false; each day he invites, “come dance the world’s waltz”. … Continue reading
2 Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! Psalms 100:2 ESV Dear friends and family…, hear the large crowds shout for their sporting team; some will dance and then some will gladly scream. On the cruel Cross Jesus … Continue reading
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, when our ‘spirit’ feels weak, limp and ‘poor’; ‘knock’ with our prayers on Jesus ‘the Door’. He understands things oh so much … Continue reading
8 In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalms 4:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes our body feels great stress and strain; plus our walk in the world “goes ‘gainst the … Continue reading
45 The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks Luke 6:45 ESV Dear friends and family…, … Continue reading
39 nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:39 ESV Dear friends and family…, no mountain so high or ocean so … 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. 1 John 2:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, John sends to us a worldly warning; keep … Continue reading
3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, our biggest battle is with our own heart; while humbly we smile, self-pride won’t depart. Christ died for sinners who … Continue reading
9 And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 ESV Dear friends and family…, a sower will sow best as they could; trusting good seed yields what … Continue reading
16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. James 5:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, sins can sadly turn our hearts … Continue reading
7 “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. Jeremiah 17:7 ESV” Dear friends and family…, some trust in horses and the gambling game; where “chance” may reward some money and fame. But we trust the Cross … Continue reading
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 1 Corinthians 13:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, we all are looking for that one “true love”; where there’s no heartaches, or second thoughts of. In His side … Continue reading
5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus Philippians, 2:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, when left all alone, helpless and hurt; seems people want more, “even our shirt”. Humbly walk back on Calvary dirt; there Christ … Continue reading
1 Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! … Continue reading
10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10 ESV Dear friends and family…, God wants us to be more than “best mate”; but we refuse to walk our streets … Continue reading
8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiencyin all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, some people give with meanness … Continue reading
12 “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets. Matthew 7:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, let’s love our enemies, try not be cruel; treat them as yourself is … 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…, Israel … Continue reading
37 Answer me, O Lord, answer me, that this people may know that you, O Lord, are God, and that you have turned their hearts back.” 1 Kings 18:37 ESV Dear friends and family…, see at Mount Carmel the false gods were banned; … Continue reading
12 And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Ecclesiastes 4:12 ESV Dear friends and family…, sometimes we think we can win all alone; but through tough times … Continue reading
7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, look how Peter knows Jesus ‘cares’; ‘steadfast in…faith’ stopped devil’s snares. Thief on the Cross no more despairs; “paradise gained”, heaven upstairs. … Continue reading