22 After removing him, he raised up David as their king and testified about him, ‘I have found David the son of Jesse to be a man after my own heart,[a] who will carry out all my will.’ (Acts 13:22 CSB) I have often prayed that I be a man after God’s own heart as was David. What better priority … Read more

18 For I would not dare say anything except what Christ has accomplished through me by word and deed (Romans 15:18a CSB) It can be easy to get so wrapped up in what we are doing that we forget who it is we are doing it through and for. Our mindset slips into making a living or … Read more

8 but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, righteous, holy, self-controlled, (Titus 1:8 CSB) The church is continually looking for people who exhibit a certain skill set. They are looking for people who they can trust members of the congregation to, because the clergy are typically spread so thin. However, if we think about it, this … Read more

9 They will not harm or destroy each otheron my entire holy mountain,for the land will be as fullof the knowledge of the Lordas the sea is filled with water. (Isaiah 11:9 CSB) Can you imagine a time of complete peace? It is very hard when all we see around us is in conflict. A time … Read more

1 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, 2 for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. (1 Timothy 2:1-2 CSB) It is not easy to pray for those we do not share the same … Read more