12 For the word of God is living and active… It is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12a..c) Yesterday, we saw what there is much to be gained from what was written long ago. But ancient words on a page are only that. Scripture, however, is the living and active … Read more

16 All Scripture is inspired by God[a] and is profitable for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. ( 2 Timothy 3:16-17 CSB) I used to be a fairly voracious reader. However, these days I struggle to find anything to read that … Read more

11 See, we count as blessed those who have endured.[a] You have heard of Job’s endurance and have seen the outcome that the Lord brought about—the Lord is compassionate and merciful. (James 5:11 CSB) Seeing beyond our current state and thinking back to all of the blessings God has bestowed upon us can help us endure current momentary … Read more

18 “Do not remember the past events;pay no attention to things of old.19 Look, I am about to do something new;even now it is coming. Do you not see it?Indeed, I will make a way in the wilderness,rivers[a] in the desert. (Isaiah 43:18-19 CSB) Each day brings a new beginning. We have the opportunity to start fresh … Read more

7 Each person should do as he has decided in his heart—not reluctantly or out of compulsion, since God loves a cheerful giver. (2 Corinthians 9:7 CSB) When you are giving of your time, talent or treasure, do you do so with cheerfulness or with reluctance? No matter what we are giving to God, His desire is … Read more