Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Old Testament

The Enduring Christian Life

PSALM 132:1 – Remember, O Lord, in David’s favor, all the hardships he endured. THEME OF THE DAY. THE ENDURING CHRISTIAN LIFE. David knew what he was talking about when it came to hardships. He had his fair share covering all areas of life; his family, being king, and the many people who acknowledged being his enemies. David is not alone. Each…

Is Jesus Real And Alive To Us?

ISAIAH 63:9 – In all their affliction He was afflicted, and the angel of His presence saved them; in His love and in His pity He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. THEME OF THE DAY. IS JESUS REAL AND ALIVE TO US? There is a very real and present danger facing Christians. I…

The Tear-Shedding Christian

PSALM 126:5,6 – Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him. THEME OF THE DAY. THE TEAR-SHEDDING CHRISTIAN. Quick Bible quiz. What is the shortest verse in the Bible? It is found in John’s gospel and the…

Really Embracing The Gospel

ISAIAH 61:1-3 – The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day…

God’s Provision For Life

PSALM 119:153-160 – Look on my affliction and deliver me, for I do not forget your law. Plead my cause and redeem me; give me life according to your promise! Salvation is far from the wicked, for they do not seek your statutes. Great is your mercy, O Lord; give me life according to your rules. Many are my persecutors and my…

Overwhelmed Or Awed?

PSALM 22:23 – You who fear the Lord, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him, and stand in awe of him, all you offspring of Israel! THEME OF THE DAY. OVERWHELMED OR AWED? There will be tough things coming into our lives today. If not today, for sure a time in the near future. We don’t coast our way into…