Today is a beautiful day, because Paul establishes that salvation comes by faith alone and not by works, “Therefore it is of faith that it might be according to grace, so that the promise might be sure to all the seed, not only to those who are of the law, but also to those who … Read more
Lord, my greatest joy and comfort is that I am justified freely by Your grace through the redemption that is in Christ. He paid for my sin, my bad judgment, my harsh words, my failings and falling short. I chose to be faithful, to follow Jesus. All is forgiven. I am free in Christ. I … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul lays out the gospel in one long sentence, “But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, even the righteousness of God, through faith in Jesus Christ, to all and on all who believe. For there is … Read more
Lord Jesus, You called me, convicted me, forgave me, redeemed me and set me apart as a believer. I now thank You for Your grace, and I want to live in obedience. Help me to walk according to the path You set for me. Don’t allow me to move to the right nor to the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Through Him we have received grace and apostleship for obedience to the faith among all nations for His name, among whom you also are the called of Jesus Christ; To all who are in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God … Read more
Lord, Jesus, Your grace covered me in the my darkest moments. Though I didn’t recognize it then, I understand, now. You saw my every day, and felt my need when I didn’t have the words to pray. The outcome could have been much worse, but for the protection of Your hand. How do I thank … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “So now, brethren, I [Paul] commend you to God and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.” (Acts 20:32 NKJV) Grace #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday Welcome to Joy in Verse! Subscribe by adding your … Read more
Are you expecting the significant other in your life to be your “all-in-all?” Is that a realistic expectation? Is it even a reasonable burden to place on the shoulders of a loved one? Selah, think on these things. Another person in your life is subject to the same restrictions that plague all of us who … Read more
Beautiful Savior, thank You for grace and mercy that allow me to finish my race with joy. Holy Spirit, You testify with my spirit to the truth of the gospel of God. You guide my days and protect my ways to the glory of the Father. I don’t know what will happen in the next … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul testified, “And see, now I go bound in the spirit to Jerusalem, not knowing the things that will happen to me there, except that the Holy Spirit testifies in every city, saying that chains and tribulations await me. But none of these things move me; nor do I count my … Read more
