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 we know that “Christ” rose from the dead; sits … Continue reading →

14 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” John 14:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus told disciples, “Never lose heart;” though one “betray” and one “deny” his part. News of Christ’s death had caused their … Continue reading →

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…, “David, young shepherd boy, why you no fear?” … Continue reading →

8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, The new Christian church was … Continue reading →

8 He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, God told Israel of His … Continue reading →

15 And he said to him, “If your presence will not go with me, do not bring us up from here. Exodus 33:15 ESV Dear friends and family…, Moses, not sure if his God would still stay; help them get Promised Land, … Continue reading →

5 Thus says the Lord God to these bones: Behold, I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live. Ezekiel 37:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, Prophet knows only his God can revive; what is “bone” dead God can bring it alive. … 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…, James says through our sins we … Continue reading →

7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, Matthew inspires us how to pray and live; things lost will be found and closed … Continue reading →

14 if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 … Continue reading →

5 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. Psalm 38:5 ESV Dear friends and family…, David knows power is found in God’s Name; orphans and “widows” in Him lose their shame. On the Cross mercy … 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…, Disciples were told by the Lord he would leave; but to … Continue reading →

3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, Solomon, wise man, knew God was “Big Boss;” all of life’s problems to God he would toss. Up steep Golgotha, Christ carried … Continue reading →

32 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 ESV Dear friends and family…, What grieves God’s Spirit is when we’re callous; thoughts, words that show our meanness and malice. Jesus had heart … Continue reading →

105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105 ESV Dear friends and family…, Shepherd boy David faced many dark days; sang with his harp that God guide all his ways. See Saviour … Continue reading →

8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter once stumbled and folks saw him fall; Jesus forgave and then Peter ‘walked tall.’ “Crucify him” was … Continue reading →

12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, Hebrews 12:1 ESV Dear friends and … Continue reading →

3 His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, 2 Peter 1:3 ESV Dear friends and family…, Peter denied precious Jesus … Continue reading →

49 for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. Luke 1:49 ESV Dear friends and family…, Mary sang sweet praise because she believed; that the child in her was God’s Son conceived. This child grew up … Continue reading →

35 In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Acts 20:35 ESV Dear friends and … Continue reading →

7 The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him. Nahum 1:7 ESV Dear friends and family…, Nineveh refused to obey God’s word; therefore, God’s judgment could not be deferred. This was the … Continue reading →

16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus talks to folks on high mountain … Continue reading →

Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. Isaiah 60:1 ESV Dear friends and family…, Israel’s “justice” fell in ev’ry street; “deep darkness” came and “light” ‘took a backseat.’ Then “God sent His Son,” … Continue reading →

40 You also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.” Luke 12:40 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus told friends to “…Keep your lamps burning…; wait for your “Master’s sudden returning.” At blood-splattered … Continue reading →

30 Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Proverbs 31:30 ESV Dear friends and family…, A woman’s “beauty” runs more than skin deep; and her “charm” sweet, if God’s law she will … Continue reading →

24 The Son of Man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.” Matthew 16:24 ESV Dear friends … Continue reading →

17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. John 3:17 ESV Dear friends and family…, Jesus’ main purpose in life was to save; folks’ hearts … 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…, Galatian people loved farming a lot; they knew ‘seeds they sowed, is what … Continue reading →

4 But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 ESV Dear friends and family…, When weak and weary our Lord stayed strong still; His faith would … 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…, Paul told Colossians to look beyond “earth;” they are now Christians who have a ‘new birth’. World’s ways … Continue reading →