Jul 31 2007
Now I’m alert to God’s ways;
I don’t take God for granted.
Psalm 18:21 (The Message)
For I have kept the ways of the LORD,
And have not wickedly departed from my God.
Psalm 18:21 (New King James Version)
For I have kept the ways of [...]
Jul 30 2007
It is a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your lot in life—this is indeed a gift from God.
Ecclesiastes 5:19 (New Living Translation)
Moreover, when God gives any man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot [...]
Jul 28 2007
“Please give me a drink.” (John 4:7)
We worship a God who became a vulnerable human being. Superman took kryptonite. Samson let his hair be cut. Jack Frost relinquished his wintry powers to become the town tailor. Jesus got thirsty. It’s a story that is played out not only in history, but in fantasy, legend, and [...]
Jul 27 2007
I know, my God, that you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there. You know I have done all this with good motives, and I have watched your people offer their gifts willingly and joyously.
1 Chronicles 29:17 (New Living Translation)
I know, my God, that you test the heart and are pleased with [...]
Jul 26 2007
Long before he laid down earth’s foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love.
Ephesians 1:4 (The Message)
Just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame [...]
