40 “And the King will answer them, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ (Matthew 25:40 CSB) How often are we given a divine chance to help someone and we miss it or pass it by? Divine appointments are the … Read more
14 This is the confidence we have before him: If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. (1 John 5:14 CSB) It may not always seem like God hears us. This is because we are expecting a specific type of outcome, to happen a specific way. God rarely works like that. God needs us … Read more
38 Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over—will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” (Luke 6:38 CSB) We tend to have a measure or gauge of everything that we do and that which others do … Read more
1 The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. (1 Peter 4:7) Consider how much clutter the world fills your mind with daily. Take a moment and really think about how much trouble you have focusing. Consider too how much we, in our fallen state, … Read more
9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9 CSB) Confession is good for the soul. It is a letting go and knowing that through Christ blood we are forgiven of all our sins past, present and future. This is … Read more