9 For the eyes of the Lord roam throughout the earth to show himself strong for those who are wholeheartedly devoted to him. (2 Chronicles 16:9a CSB) We experience a lot of half-measures. Personal and business circumstances that should merit a wholehearted effort but get a halfhearted response. We tend to want to call this … Read more

21 For me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 Now if I live on in the flesh, this means fruitful work for me.. (Philippians 1:21-22a CSB) Paul was looking at life under house arrest and considering what might happen. He was living under a constant threat of being put to death. … Read more

15 To be sure, some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of good will. 16 These preach out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel; 17 the others proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, thinking that they will cause me trouble in my … Read more

4 When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and let down your nets for a catch.” (Luke 5:4 CSB) Typically when we see the words “deep water” we begin to think what might we have gotten ourselves into. Yet, often, Christ wants us to view deep water as … Read more

Psalm 23 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have what I need. 2 He lets me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He renews my life; he leads me along the right paths[a] for his name’s sake. 4 Even when I go through the darkest valley,[b] I fear … Read more