16 At my first defense, no one stood by me, but everyone deserted me. May it not be counted against them. (2 Timothy 4:16 CSB) The following is from my morning devotional from “In Touch Ministries” regarding this passage, and I thought it was too good to not pass along; Like Paul, we need an … Read more

17 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be arrogant or to set their hope on the uncertainty of wealth, but on God,[a] who richly provides us with all things to enjoy. 18 Instruct them to do what is good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and willing … Read more

12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of eternal life to which you were called and about which you have made a good confession in the presence of many witnesses. (1 Timothy 6:12 CSB) Each day can feel like a fight. A struggle to just get by in such a hectic and … Read more

15 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 Every branch in me that does not produce fruit he removes, and he prunes every branch that produces fruit so that it will produce more fruit. (John 15:1-2 CSB) To produce a fine wine, the branches must bear fruit. They cannot do … Read more

23 A person’s steps are established by the Lord, and he takes pleasure in his way. 24 Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, because the Lord supports him with his hand. (Psalm 37:23-24 CSB) How often do we begin our days overwhelmed. That seems to be the typical state of the world these … Read more