2 THESSALONIANS 2:13-14 – But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the first fruits to be saved, through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. To this he called you through our gospel, so that you may obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.” …
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PSALM 11:4-5 – The Lord is in his holy temple; the Lord’s throne is in heaven; his eyes see, his eyelids test the children of man. The Lord tests the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and the one who loves violence.” THEME OF THE DAY: THE TESTED LIFE. There are few, if any days, in the life of a…
PHILIPPIANS 4:8 – Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” THEME OF THE DAY: DON’T ASSUME, THINK, OR SPEAK NEGATIVELY. This is not going to be an easy nugget to swallow if…
PROVERBS 10:19 – When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is wise.” THEME OF THE DAY: TALK A LOT, SIN A LOT. The Old Testament book of Proverbs is wonderful, insightful, and sometimes very uncomfortable. Why? King Solomon pulls no punches. Here is an example – How long will you lie there, O…
PROVERBS 25:28 – A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls. THEME OF THE DAY. NEVER JUSTIFIABLE. Christians are never without excuse if we lack self-controlled lives, in all areas of our lives, but especially in our speech. Yes, I know that is a tall order, but it is one we may obey because Christ in…
ISAIAH 43:2a – When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you.” THEME OF THE DAY. HE WON’T LET US DROWN. Life has been, is, and will be like a roller coaster ride at an amusement park. There are going to be highs and lows, peaks and valleys, periods of calm…