John 11:35 – Jesus wept. THEME OF THE DAY: OH HOW HE LOVES US. The shortest verse in the entire Bible is today’s scripture, but its length does not determine its depth of meaning and application. Within the simple two words, “Jesus wept” lies a revelation of His love toward humanity which knows no end and ensures boundless comfort in all life’s…
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 – Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. 10 For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! 11 Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep warm alone?…
Job 9:25-26 – My days are swifter than a runner; they flee away; they see no good. They go by like skiffs of reed, like an eagle swooping on the prey. THEME OF THE DAY: LIVE IN THE PRESENT. Our lives may be lived, spiritually and mentally, in one of three places; our past, present, or future. Obviously, we physically are restricted…
1 Peter 1:8-9 – Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls. THEME OF THE DAY: GOD’S WORK OF SANCTIFICATION IN US. Every Christian grows spiritually. Theologians define…
1 John 1:1-4 – That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we looked upon and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life— 2 the life was made manifest, and we have seen it, and testify to it and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the…
As the leaves fall, nights get chilly, and autumn settles in, it’s time for our seasonal book recommendation for your encouragement and growth in the Lord. This fall’s selection is titled “SETTING OUR SIGHTS ON HEAVEN: WHY ITS HARD AND WHY ITS WORTH IT.” It is a paperback consisting of 194 pages and published by Banner of Truth. The author is Paul D. Wolfe who currently serves as Associate Pastor of New Hope Presbyterian Church in Fairfax, Virginia.