Understanding
Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding. (Proverbs 3:13 NLT) In the last few days, my Bible Recap readings have focused on the story of Joseph, the son of Jacob. Joseph, who had a dream that he would one day reign over his brothers, was sold byContinue Reading
Eternity
“But between them and the foot of the sky there was something so white on the green grass that even with their eagles’ eyes they could hardly look at it. They came on and saw that it was a Lamb. “Come and have breakfast,” said the Lamb in its sweetContinue Reading
Chapters, Books
Now I’m sure of this: the sufferings we endure now are not even worth comparing to the glory that is coming and will be revealed in us. (Romans 8:18 VOICE) On Saturday at the women’s conference, I attended a workshop where the speaker shared a story about growing up inContinue Reading
Endurance
For his unfailing love for us is powerful; the Lord’s faithfulness endures forever. Praise the Lord! (Psalm 117:2 NLT) Last night, we headed to the beach, even though it’s been snowy and cold here lately. The wind coming off the lake was brutally cold, whipping up sand and scattering it across the snowdrifts.Continue Reading
Final Things
Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name.Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me.He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases.He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tenderContinue Reading
Renewed
But those who trust in the Lord will become strong again. They will be like eagles that grow new feathers. They will run and not get weak. They will walk and not get tired. (Isaiah 40:31 ERV) But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles,Continue Reading
Heavens declare
He determines the number of the stars and calls them each by name. (Psalm 147:4 NIV) For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made…(Romans 1:20 NIV) The other night I was outside after dark. ItContinue Reading
Bitter cold
“As long as the earth endures,seedtime and harvest,cold and heat,summer and winter,day and nightwill never cease.” (Genesis 8:22 NIV) It’s bitterly cold here today—much colder than usual for January. Perhaps you’re enjoying the warmth of summer in the southern hemisphere, but we are not. Instead, we’re experiencing the harsh realityContinue Reading
Inauguration
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1 Timothy 2:1-2 NIV) God, Today, we pray for all those involved in the inauguration ofContinue Reading
Guitars or lyres?
Praise looks lovely on the lips of God’s devoted lovers. (Psalm 33:1 TPT) This morning I was reading Psalm 33 in The Passion Translation. I came across these verses: Play the guitar as you lift your praises loaded with thanksgiving. Sing and make joyous music with all you’ve got inside.Continue Reading