Tag: scripture

For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 God did not create us to live in fear, negativity and without discipline. The author of perfection and excellence, Father God, does not make people who are perpetual failures. Instead He gives…

Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you. 2 Thessalonians 3:1 (NKJV) One of the main questions that we need to answer in life is, “For whose glory will you live and work?” When we chase our own glory, we…

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Would it not be wonderful if we could live a life of overflowing joy? Joy is infectious and gathers others around the people who appreciate it. Many who look at the world…

For the Lord Himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to…

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Colossians 3:15a, 17 Our world is full of trouble. It lurks in our hearts, our minds and in our plans.…

Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. Colossians 3:2-3 Thoughts are like seeds; they reproduce in kind. Heavenly thoughts and earthly thoughts are of a different seed. Have you ever seen an apple tree produce oranges? Heavenly thoughts produce…

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12b-13 The secret of our contentment is the source of our contentment. Many of us have been running around…

But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13b-14 Our sinful human nature has forged us with a ball and chain as we struggle to finish our…