“We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8.28 In today’s verse, the words that Paul speaks bring comfort and peace to many of us in our difficulties and hardships ~ they give us hope that no matter what … More All Things Work for Good

“The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.” Proverbs 16:23 The scripture tells us that life and death are in the power of the tongue. God Himself spoke the worlds into existence by the creative power of words ~ WOW think about that for a moment! You can bless … More The Power of Your Words

“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.”Proverbs 27:1 Do you see every day as a blessed gift from God? Many times when we hear this, we may be tempted to brush it off and say, “Yeah, yeah, I know. Every day is special.” But truly it is! … More Count Your Blessings

“The vision is yet for an appointed time…” Habakkuk 2:3 Did you know that one touch of God’s favor can put you 50 years down the road? You can be at a lower position at work, just going along being your best, honoring God, and suddenly, things can change. One good break, one idea, one … More Get Ready for a Shift!

“The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul…” Psalm 23:1–3 God wants to restore your soul today. Your soul is your mind, your will and your emotions. You are a three-part being: you are … More He Restores Your Soul

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 As a believer in Jesus, you are a new creation ~ you have a new spirit and a new life! There may be “old” things in your life that you are trying to … More The New Has Come ~ No Good Thing Will Be Withheld

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.” Isaiah 43:18 Too often, people spend so much time and energy dwelling on the past, dwelling on mistakes, or dwelling on disappointments. They don’t even realize that their focus is keeping them from moving forward in life. But in order to fully experience God’s blessings, … More Forget the Former Things and Pay Them No Mind ~ It's a New Year!

“The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree…” Psalm 92:12 Have you ever seen a palm tree in the midst of a great storm? That tree may be bent so far over that it’s almost touching the ground, but when the wind finally stops, that palm tree bounces right back up. What’s interesting is that … More Flourish in the New Year

“Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” Matthew 22:37-39 Recently I was skimming some comments left on a social media outlet, which I … More Christians Acting Ugly