BIBLE PASSAGE: Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord. (Psalm 31:24) MEDITATION: Hope is described as: “A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen”. If you hope that something is true, or if you hope for something, then you want it to be true or … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. (Psalm 100:2) MEDITATION: I recently attended a special program at an elementary school with my grandkids to recognize the veterans of our community. There were many other veterans attending as well, some with their children and some with their grandchildren. It was … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived” – the things God has prepared for those who love him. (1 Corinthians 2:9) MEDITATION: Have you ever paused and considered the magnitude of the blessings God has prepared for those … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “This, then, is how you should pray:” (Matthew 6:9a) MEDITATION: When we make a profession of faith, we are saying we want to be more like Jesus. In order to do that, we need to consider His persona. Although He has all the credentials to be egotistical, He was very humble and was … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder. (James 2:19) MEDITATION: The scripture tell us that if a demon was asked if he believes that God exists, he would say, “Yes”. If a demon was asked if he believes there is only one God, he would say, … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. (Genesis 50:20) MEDITATION: When difficulties arise in our lives, we tend to get upset and wonder how soon our problems will end. But God wants us to focus on Him … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong—that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. (Romans 1:11-12) MEDITATION: Paul knew the value of encouragement, and especially for those who were diligently serving the Lord. He also … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. (Psalm 147:3) MEDITATION: Sadly, there are many people walking around broken, yet pretending they are okay. Instead of acknowledging hurt and seeking healing from the One who can give it, they try to ignore the pain. Instead of seeking professional help when needed, they … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them. (James 4:17) MEDITATION: Have you ever felt ignored? Everyone has a desire for love, acceptance, and attention, but maybe a friend or close relative has shown little interest in you, or what you have … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. (Ephesians 4:32) MEDITATION: Whenever we surrender our lives to the Lord, it is a call for a change in our lives, and an agreement on our part that we will accept and embrace the changes. In … Continue reading