“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend” (Proverbs 27:17 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible). I have always found this scripture to be intriguing. So, today I’d like to explore the thought with you. Mutual conversation with a friend brings light to many…
“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee” (Psalm 56:3 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible). David lived in constant fear of King Saul trying to end his life. He did not hesitate to admit to his own emotions of fear. He found the antidote…
“When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her” (Ruth 1:18 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.) The Book of Ruth is a small book (only 4 chapters) in the Old Testament. It is the story of a…
“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering (for he is faithful that promised;) (Hebrews 10:23 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.) In the book of Hebrews, the Apostle Paul was writing to saints and admonishing them to keep a firm grip on the…
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” (John 14:27 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.) Jesus was giving His disciples a heads up…
“Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God and afflicted.” (Isaiah 53:4 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.) Isaiah was prophetically speaking of the death of our Lord and Savior. Jesus Christ came to earth for…
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.) I have received packages at the Post Office that did not have my name on them. They were…
“If God doesn’t build the house, the builders only build shacks. If God doesn’t guard the city, the night watchman might as well nap. It’s useless to rise early and go to bed late, and work your worried fingers to the bone. Don’t you know he enjoys giving rest to…
Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. (Psalm 119:105, NLT) We have all read this scripture and many of us can probably even quote it. We know that God’s word provides us with direction. Why is it that so often we find ourselves…