"If God be for us, who can be against us?" ROMANS 8:31 Imagine yourself as actually looking at all your difficulties like an army lined up against you. Then realize you have a backing that can overcome them all.As you face these enemies of yours—discouragement, frustration, disappointment, hostility, weakness—ask yourself, “What shall I say to … Continue reading God Is For You
The Greatness of God
We can't even begin to comprehend the awesome majesty and power of our Lord. Isaiah 40:12-26 When you think of God, what comes to mind? Often, we tend to view Him in the way that best fits our particular need or situation. For example, if we struggle with guilt, we might focus on His forgiveness. … Continue reading The Greatness of God
Who Is Jesus?
Our Savior loves us perfectly because He’s fully God and fully man—powerful and compassionate. Luke 22:66-71 The Nicene Creed succinctly describes our Savior’s two natures—human and divine. It reads: “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God … true God from true God ... For us men and for our … Continue reading Who Is Jesus?
Walking Wisely
Today is a gift that will be gone tomorrow; don't throw it away. Ephesians 5:15-17 In his letter to the Ephesians, the apostle Paul shares how to walk wisely. In today’s passage, he gives three instructions. First, he says to “be careful how you walk” (v. 15). Because we live in a sinful world, we … Continue reading Walking Wisely
God Is Near
The Lord wants you to know that you’re never alone. Psalm 139:7-10 Do you ever find yourself asking the question, “Lord, where are You?” Today’s reading is your reminder that God is near, even when His presence is difficult to perceive—and even when you’re completely unaware of Him. David reflects, “Where can I go from … Continue reading God Is Near
Remember That God Is Sufficient
We have been freed from sin and forgiven forever through Christ. Psalm 91:1-10 When life’s running smoothly and all is well with us and our loved ones, we have no trouble being content and trusting God. But when situations become difficult, our peace is rapidly replaced by stress and anxiety. So what do we do? … Continue reading Remember That God Is Sufficient
How God Gets Our Attention
Life's interruptions are opportunities to trust the Lord and see Him work. Numbers 22:15-35 A whistle gets our attention quickly, wouldn’t you agree? It’s used to control unruly behavior, signal the start or finish of an event, or interrupt action. Have you ever considered that God has a “whistle”? It’s not one we hear with … Continue reading How God Gets Our Attention
Abraham’s Sacrifice
Our faith is strengthened when we obey God in challenging situations. Genesis 22:1-24 We have learned about the importance of trusting God’s plan. But sometimes obeying Him isn’t easy. Whenever you face a difficult call, remember Abraham. In today’s passage, he was given one of the greatest tests recorded in the Bible, yet he obeyed … Continue reading Abraham’s Sacrifice
No Strangers to God
God knows us intimately and yet still loves us extravagantly. How many people do you truly know? For most of us, the number would be small because it takes great effort and intention to love someone well. We’re finite beings and simply cannot give 100 percent of ourselves to everyone we meet. Not so with God. Though … Continue reading No Strangers to God
Making a Difference
One person choosing to obey God can make a huge impact in the lives of others. Ezekiel 13:1-16 In the book of Ezekiel, God says, “I searched for a man among them who would build up a wall and stand in the gap before Me for the land, so that I would not destroy it” … Continue reading Making a Difference
