The NIV translates the first part of today’s verse to say, “Share with the Lord's people who are in need.” The New Living Translations says, “When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them.” The ESV says, “Contribute to the needs of the saints.” Share. Be ready to help. Contribute. This is what … Continue reading Constant Interest
Tag: Prayer
Our Proper Response
Romans 12:1 says, “Beloved friends, what should be our proper response to God’s marvelous mercies? To surrender yourselves to God to be his sacred, living sacrifices. And live in holiness, experiencing all that delights his heart. For this becomes your genuine expression of worship” (TPT). The question - “What should be our proper response to … Continue reading Our Proper Response
Refresh Your Life
Life is hard. The world is ever-changing and oftentimes you may feel like you are being pulled in various directions all at once. The events of the day may keep you awake at night, or you could lay with eyes opened worried about what is on the agenda tomorrow. Perhaps your only moment of peace … Continue reading Refresh Your Life
Your Faith Expects
In Mark 11:24, we read: “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours” (ESV). This certainly is not a green light to expect you will receive every single thing you request in your prayers. When God answers our prayers, we receive a “yes” … Continue reading Your Faith Expects
May It Be
Yesterday, we looked at how Zechariah questioned an angel’s declaration of a promised child. He questioned the possibility because of the ages of both him and his wife. Today, we look to Mary and her interaction with the angel announcing the promise of Jesus. The possibility again is questioned, but this time it’s different. For … Continue reading May It Be
Until I Become Prayer
Psalm 109:4 says, “Though I love them, they stand accusing me like Satan for what I’ve never done. I will pray until I become prayer itself (TPT). Our focus for today: “Until I become prayer itself” or “I give myself to prayer.” The Psalmist was in a tough spot. He was trying to love people … Continue reading Until I Become Prayer
Promise of Rest
Read Hebrews 4:1-11. We have a promised rest — a promise to enter God’s rest. What a wonderful promise! On the seventh day, God rested from all of His works. He wasn’t tired. He didn’t need to rest. He displayed for us the beauty of this gift of rest, this rest that He offers us. … Continue reading Promise of Rest
Before I Even Whisper
Our concept of prayer can get a little skewed as we age. When we are younger, if we know Jesus, we are more apt to simply pour out our heart. Whatever we have on our hearts we share. As we get older, we are “taught” how to pray. We see people praying in a certain … Continue reading Before I Even Whisper
Miracle Maker
Read Psalm 86. Today’s verse speaks about God’s miracles. The Message translation says, “There’s no one quite like You among the gods, O Lord, and nothing to compare with Your works. All the nations You made are on their way, ready to give honor to You, O Lord, ready to put Your beauty on display, … Continue reading Miracle Maker
Teach Me
Today is a new month. My prayer for this month — teach me more about You! I invite you to join with me for a month of prayer and study focused intensely on one Psalm. Yes, one Psalm. Read Psalm 86. It is A Prayer of Faith. The Psalmist asks God to “teach him.” His … Continue reading Teach Me
