Today is a beautiful day, because Paul preached faith in God’s covenant promise, “Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness, in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before … Read more
Thank you, Lord Jesus, that your Word continues to do its work in me. It teaches, corrects, and trains me in your righteousness. I bring my praise and thanksgiving in your name and powerful authority, according to the Father’s perfect will. Amen. “And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul fought for the gospel, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
El Elyon, you are God Most High. You are God Everlasting, omnipotent and omniscient. You are above all, and yet you call me into your kingdom and into your glory. You desire to have a heart-to-heart relationship with me as your beloved. I am beyond humbled by the thought. With all reverence for who you … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul contrasts purveyors of deceit and darkness with true faith, “But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise … Read more
Holy Spirit, guide my steps, thoughts and words. Help me to approach those in my circle of influence with the affection that draws them closer into relationship with Jesus. Put ones into my path needing the love, acceptance and forgiveness of Christ as we share life together. Take away any pretense or self-thought. Let me … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul instructs, “So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.” (2 Timothy 2:22 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Jehovah Hashopet, you are the Lord our judge. You are God everlasting and sovereign. I come in humility and in reverence for who you are. Guide me with your Holy Spirit. Never allow me to speak only to please man. Let me tell my story of Jesus in my life as a true and faithful … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul called out the opposition, “They are upsetting the faith of some. But God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: ‘The Lord knows those who are his,’ and, ‘Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity.’” (2 Timothy 2:18b-19 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord God, I draw encouragement in these troubled times. The story of how your church spread in spite of the pressure of persecution’s wine press amazes me and confounds me at the same time. This positive report to Paul from believers in a city from which he was chased by an angry mob states the … Read more