“But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, persecutions, afflictions…” (II Timothy 3:10-11). How well do your friends know you? The people at work? What about those at church? Do they know what you believe and how you live your everyday life? In…
“But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine’” (Isaiah 43:1). I suppose one of the most mind-boggling things to me is that of the…
“And David inquired of God, saying, Shall I go up against the Philistines?” (I Chronicles 14:10). While recently chatting with a friend about this and that, she made the comment, “So, I prayed about what I should do.” I hate to admit it, but I immediately thought, “Why would she…
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” (Matthew 6:33). At this time of year, many people talk about the New Year’s resolutions they have made for the coming year. The list may be long or short; but…
“But the father said to his slaves, ‘Hurry! Bring the best robe, and put it on him! Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet! Bring the fattened calf and kill it! Let us eat and celebrate” (Luke 15:22-23, New English Translation). Have you ever been part of…
“The righteous should choose his friends carefully, for the way of the wicked leads them astray” (Proverbs 12:26, New King James Version). Do you ever thank God for the wonderful friends He has placed in your life? I do. I realize that good friends enrich my life and encourage me…
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:34-35, New King James Version). There is a telltale…
“The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body” (Proverbs 18:8, English Standard Version). Everyone probably has a favorite food—that special something we allow ourselves as a treat. I have two: chocolate and ice cream. Combine them together and yum!…
“I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry” (Psalm 40:1). My prayer list currently has some very serious needs on it. Several friends face extremely difficult situations, and we are praying daily for their miracle. We feel peace, even when we don’t yet…