“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” (Jos 1:9). It’s a tough world out there. Burdens to lift. Enemies to defeat. Disappointments to bear. Crises to face. The Lord says, “Don’t be weak […]
“In the morning sow your seed, and in the evening do not withhold your hand; for you do not know which will prosper, either this or that, or whether both alike will be good” (Eccl 11:6). Good farming advice for bearers of precious seed! At all times, in all seasons, to all people. Are they […]
“What shall I render to the Lord for all His benefits toward me? I will take up the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the Lord. I will pay my vows to the Lord…” (Ps 116:12). What can I give the Lord today? First, delight in His salvation, and give Him joy. […]
“Follow His steps…who, when He was reviled, did not revile in return; when He suffered, He did not threaten, but committed Himself to Him who judges righteously” (1 Pet 2:21, 23). There’s a good chance someone will speak ill to you today. Relax! You’re not the prosecutor, judge, or jury. Follow the One who handed […]
“And he brought him to Jesus” (Jn 1:42). Andrew is known only for bringing his brother, the boy with the loaves and fish, and the Greeks, to Jesus. Will you recommend Christ today? “Jesus is the best thing that’s ever happened to me!” […]
“He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and He will pay back what he has given” (Prov 19:17). Don’t be surprised if God asks you for a loan today. Imagine! God makes Himself a debtor for everything given to the poor! Are you willing—and prepared—to advance Him the credit? […]
“…The people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits” (Dan 11:32). Jesus wins! How do we win in Him? Our Savior says, “Take up your bed and walk.” Our Master says, “Take up the cross, and follow Me.” Our Victor says, “Take up the whole armor of God.” […]
“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, neither faints nor is weary. His understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength” (Isa 4:28-29). You have heard this, right? Our God, […]
“The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade at your right hand” (Ps 121:5). Most of life’s shadows are caused by us trying to get our moment of recognition in the limelight. The shadow of the Lord is a far better place than the brazen but fleeting glare of the world. […]