28 However, the people living in the land are strong, and the cities are large and fortified. We also saw the descendants of Anak there. (Numbers 13:28 CSB) 7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power,[a] love, and sound judgment. (2 Timothy 1:7 CSB) In our first scripture we see one of the reasons the … Read more

21 Why do you question me? Question those who heard what I told them. Look, they know what I said.” 22 When he had said these things, one of the officials standing by slapped Jesus, saying, “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” 23 “If I have spoken wrongly,” Jesus answered him, “give evidence[a] about the wrong; but if … Read more

27 “But I say to you who listen: Love your enemies, do what is good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. (Luke 6:27-28 CSB) Boy, here is one that is hard for me to follow, how about you? God does not want us to just tolerate our … Read more

17 I am oppressed and needy;may the Lord think of me.You are my helper and my deliverer;my God, do not delay. (Psalm 40:17 CSB) God meets you where you are. No matter what your state, He is waiting for you there and not expecting anything more than our surrendering to Him. Too often we think … Read more

11 You reveal the path of life to me;in your presence is abundant joy;at your right hand are eternal pleasures. (Psalm 16:11 CSB) Today’s passage is one that can fill us with so much hope and happiness. It is a signpost to living a life continually in the presence of God so that we can … Read more