Monthly Archives: February 2015
What would Jesus do?
Job 31:16-22 (NIV) 16 “If I have denied the desires of the poor or let the eyes of the widow grow weary, 17 if I have kept my bread to myself, not sharing it with the fatherless– 18 but from my youth I reared him as would a father, and … Continue reading
Sanctification and its end–Eternal Life
John 17:17 (ESV) Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth. 1 Corinthians 1:30-31 (HCSB But it is from Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who became God-given wisdom for us—⌊our⌋ righteousness, sanctification, and redemption, in order that, as it is written: The one who boasts must boast in … Continue reading
Be Not Ashamed
Romans 10:11 (NIV) As the Scripture says, “Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame.” Psalm 119:5-6 (NIV) Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees! Then I would not be put to shame when I consider all your commands. 2 Timothy 1:12 (NIV) That … Continue reading
God’s Guidance
Psalm 25:4-5 (NIV) 4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; 5 guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. Psalm 32:8 (NIV) I will instruct you and teach you in the … Continue reading
God’s Grace
John 1:14 (ESV) 14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. John 1:14 (ESV) 14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen … Continue reading
Encouraging Others
Isaiah 1:17 (NIV) Learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. 1 Thessalonians 4:18 (NIV) Therefore encourage each other with these words. Romans 15:2 (TLB) For we must bear the “burden” of being considerate of the doubts and fears … Continue reading
Constructive Criticism
Proverbs 13:18 (NIV) 18 He who ignores discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored. Proverbs 25:12 (NLT) 12 To one who listens, valid criticism is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry. 1 Peter 3:16 (NLT) 16 But do this in a gentle and … Continue reading
Weaving a Pattern of Witness
Isaiah 52:7 (NASB) How lovely on the mountains Are the feet of him who brings good news, Who announces peace And brings good news of happiness, Who announces salvation, And says to Zion, “Your God reigns!” Matthew 5:14-16 (NASB) 14 “You are the light of the world. A city set … Continue reading
Money Will Not Buy. . .
Proverbs 23:4-5 (NIV) 4 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint. 5 Cast but a glance at riches, and they are gone, for they will surely sprout wings and fly off to the sky like an eagle. Psalm 37:16 (NIV) 16 Better the … Continue reading
Fear Not
Mark 4:39-40 (NIV) 39 He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. 40 He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” Luke 12:32 (NIV) 32 “Do … Continue reading