Category: Bible
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Commanded To Be An Apostle – 2026.07.22
1 Timothy 1:1 (KJV) Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope; https://biblehub.com/1_timothy/1-1.htm The LORD Jesus Christ commanded Paul to be an apostle.There are: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers, which are a gift of Jesus Christ to the church. Some refer…
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Discovery of Something Wonderfully Freeing – 2026.07.21
Matthew 7:1-6 (KJV)1 Judge not, that ye be not judged.2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own…
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Setting before me (1) – 2026.07.17
Psalms 16:8 (KJV) I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. https://biblehub.com/psalms/16-8.htm Let us be encouraged to always set the LORD before us. That is to: As the LORD Jesus Christ taught us to pray. “Matthew 6:9-10 (KJV) After this manner therefore pray…
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How to become righteous – 2026.07.16
2 Corinthians 5:21 (KJV) For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him. https://biblehub.com/2_corinthians/5-21.htm Let us be encouraged today that Jesus Christ Himself took our sin and paid for them on the cross. The penalty of sin is death…
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Keeping the flavour – 2026.07.15
Mark 9:50 (KJV) Salt is good: but if the salt have lost his saltness, wherewith will ye season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace one with another.https://biblehub.com/mark/9-50.htm Let us be encouraged to day to make it our ain to be and remain salty. How do we do this? We do this by walking…
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Following Jesus Christ PART 3 – 2026.07.14
Mark 8:34 (KJV) And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.https://bible.com/bible/116/mrk.8.34.NLT Here we see three things that the LORD requires of us if we want to follow Him: Let’s…
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Following Jesus Christ PART 2 – 2026.07.10
Mark 8:34 (KJV) And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.https://bible.com/bible/116/mrk.8.34.NLT Here we see three things that the LORD requires of us if we want to follow Him: Let’s…
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Following Jesus Christ PART 1 – 2026.07.09
Mark 8:34 (KJV) And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.https://bible.com/bible/116/mrk.8.34.NLT Here we see three things that the LORD requires of us if we want to follow Him: Let’s…
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Test and keep – 2026.07.08
1 Thessalonians 5:21 (KJV) Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.https://bible.com/bible/116/1th.5.21.NLT Here we are encouraged to not just believe whatever people say or do but to verify and test it to see it it is of GOD or not. Then when we have determined that we hold on to that which is good,…
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Speaking boldly – 2026.07.07
2 Corinthians 3:12 (KJV) Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech: https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.3.12.NLT The hope GOD has given us is through the good news (gospel) of Jesus Christ, His work on the cross, salvation, forgiveness of sin and eternal life to all who believe. Because of this we can use…
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Peddling the Word of God – 2026.07.03
2 Corinthians 2:17 (KJV) For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.2.17.NLT Let us be encouraged teach and preach the Word of God with sincerity, with Christs authority and to never use the preaching…
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Jesus Begins His Ministry PART3 – 2026.07.02
Matthew 4:12-17 (KJV)12 Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;13 And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim:14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,15 The land…
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Jesus Begins His Ministry PART2 – 2026.07.01
Matthew 4:12-17 (KJV)12 Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;13 And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim:14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,15 The land…
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Jesus Begins His Ministry PART1 – 2026.06.30
Matthew 4:12-17 (KJV)12 Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;13 And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim:14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,15 The land…
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In trouble to help others – 2026.06.26
2 Corinthians 1:6 (KJV) And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.1.6.NLT Let us be encouraged today to know that when we go though difficult…
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The Temptation of Jesus PART 4 – 2026.06.25
Matthew 4:1-11 (KJV)1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones…
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The Temptation of Jesus PART 3 – 2026.06.24
Matthew 4:1-11 (KJV)1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones…
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The Temptation of Jesus PART 2 – 2026.06.23
Matthew 4:1-11 (KJV)1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones…
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The Temptation of Jesus PART 1 – 2026.06.19
Matthew 4:1-11 (KJV) 1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. 2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred. 3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command…
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Trust, love and joy – 2026.06.18
Psalms 5:11 (KJV) But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.5.11 There is a relationship between trusting in and loving the LORD and joy.Joy is an outcome of this because when…
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Let’s not complain and dispute – 2026.06.17
Philippians 2:14-16 (KJV)14 Do all things without murmurings and disputings:15 That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;16 Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of…
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GOD’s goodness – 2026.06.16
Psalms 31:19 (KJV) Oh how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee; which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee before the sons of men!https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.31.19 GOD’s goodness is so great and the LORD has given it as a guaranteed inheritance to everyone who both fear and…
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Offence given and offence taken – 2026.06.12
Mark 9:42 (KJV) And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea. https://bible.com/bible/116/mrk.9.42 We need to endeavour not to cause offence to our bothers and sisters in faith or take offence…
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Will of GOD – 2026.06.11
Ephesians 5:17-21 (KJV)17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.18 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;20 Giving thanks always…
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Vision and purpose – 2026.06.10
Proverbs 29:18 (KJV) Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.29.18 Having a vision/divine guidance/revelation from the LORD for the purpose of one’s life is so important. The impact of a lack of vision in the KJV is rendered perish, in other version it is rendered…
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This we all have in common – 2026.06.09
Proverbs 29:13 (KJV) The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.29.13 Here we have two persons in opposing condition. One is poor the other rich and oppressing the poor. They have one thing in common that it is GOD who has given them life. GOD does not show partiality…
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Citizen – 2026.06.05
Ephesians 2:19 (KJV) Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;https://bible.com/bible/116/eph.2.19 Because of what Jesus Christ did on the cross those who believe in Him have this great promise.Therefore let us who believe in Jesus Christ, the work on the cross, His resurrection…
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Ways and paths – 2026.06.04
Psalms 25:8-10 (KJV)8 Good and upright is the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way.9 The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way.10 All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.25.8-10 Continuing on from yesterdays…
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Show, teach and lead – 2026.06.03
Psalms 25:4-5 (KJV)4 Shew me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths.5 Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.25.4-5 Let us be encouraged to have this attitude described here. David was eager to know GOD’s ways. He…
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Sowing – 2026.06.02
Galatians 6:7-8 (KJV)7 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.8 For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.https://bible.com/bible/116/gal.6.7-8 Wherever we sow is where there will be…
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Listen to correction – 2026.05.29
Proverbs 29:1 (KJV) He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.29.1 GOD grants repentance often, through the criticism we receive from Him, by His word, our conscience and godly and wise people. It is up to us to respond and not harden our hearts. There comes a…
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Becoming (4) – 2026.05.28
2 Corinthians 13:11 (KJV) Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.13.11 In the final greeting of 2 Corinthians there are four things we are asked to do: This if followed by promise that Jesus Christ,…
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Becoming (3) – 2026.05.27
2 Corinthians 13:11 (KJV) Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.13.11 In the final greeting of 2 Corinthians there are four things we are asked to do: This if followed by promise that Jesus Christ,…
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Becoming (2) – 2026.05.26
2 Corinthians 13:11 (KJV) Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.13.11 In the final greeting of 2 Corinthians there are four things we are asked to do: This if followed by promise that Jesus Christ,…
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Becoming (1) – 2026.05.22
2 Corinthians 13:11 (KJV) Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.13.11 In the final greeting of 2 Corinthians there are four things we are asked to do: This if followed by promise that Jesus Christ,…
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Can become an idol – 2026.05.21
2 Kings 18:3-5 (KJV)3 And he did that which was right in the sight of the LORD, according to all that David his father did.4 He removed the high places, and brake the images, and cut down the groves, and brake in pieces the brasen serpent that Moses had made: for unto those days the…
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By my GOD – 2026.05.20
Psalms 18:29 (KJV) For by thee I have run through a troop; and by my God have I leaped over a wall.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.18.29 Let us be encourage today and be 100 percent certain that in Jesus Christ we can do anything that the LORD asks us to do and whatever we face. That is why it…
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The good news is free – 2026.05.19
1 Corinthians 9:18 (KJV) What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.https://bible.com/bible/116/1co.9.18 The good news is for free. We have received our salvation freely not by works and effort paying for it ourself…
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A good prayer – 2026.05.15
Proverbs 30:7-9 (KJV)7 Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die:8 Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:9 Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the LORD? or lest I be poor,…
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Imitating/following – 2026.05.14
1 Corinthians 11:1 (ASV) Be ye imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.https://bible.com/bible/116/1co.11.1 When we observe a brother or sister in the LORD we can see thing that reflect Jesus Christ and others that do not. For example someone might be demonstrating kindness.This demonstrates to us how kindness can operate and it…
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Take heed, watch and pray – 2026.05.13
Mark 13:32-37 (KJV)32 But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.33 Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.34 For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who…
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Consequences of not believing in GOD – 2026.05.12
Psalms 14:1 (KJV) To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.14.1This Psalm lists a few consequences of not believing that there is GOD. Just alone the first verse lists four…
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Source and results of safety – 2026.05.08
Psalms 4:8 (KJV) I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.4.8 Let us be encouraged today and know that when we are in Jesus Christ we do not be anxious and disturbed by what is happening in the world. He is the one who…
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Hidden – 2026.05.07
2 Kings 4:27 (KJV) And when she came to the man of God to the hill, she caught him by the feet: but Gehazi came near to thrust her away. And the man of God said, Let her alone; for her soul is vexed within her: and the LORD hath hid it from me, and…
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GOD’s favour is – 2026.05.06
Psalms 5:12 (KJV) For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.5.12 Let us be encouraged today and know that GOD’s favour is like a shield. When we re favoured by GOD He Himself will shield us. Then how do we gain GOD’s favour?We gain it by…
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How to praise the LORD – 2026.05.01
Psalms 9:1-2 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician upon Muthlabben, A Psalm of David. I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works.2 I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High.https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.9.1-2Today let us be encouraged to…
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Examining our heart – 2026.04.30
Mark 7:20-23 (KJV)20 And he said, That which cometh out of the man, that defileth the man.21 For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders,22 Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness:23 All these evil things come from within, and defile the man.https://bible.com/bible/116/mrk.7.20-23 The…
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Fragrance of Christ – 2026.04.29
2 Corinthians 2:15-16 (KJV)15 For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:16 To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things? https://bible.com/bible/116/2co.2.16-17Let us be…
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Worship – 2026.04.28
Psalms 5:7 (KJV) But as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy fear will I worship toward thy holy temple. https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.5.7 Continuing on from the previous devotion multitude-of-gods-mercies. Let us be encouraged to worship the LORD GOD almighty. Only He is to be worshiped. ”Exodus…
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Multitude of GOD’s mercies – 2023.04.24
Psalms 5:7 (KJV) But as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy fear will I worship toward thy holy temple. https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.5.7 Continuing from yesterday’s devotion as-for-me. Let us be encouraged today and realise that GOD’s mercy is not just one it is a multitude. GOD…
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As for me – 2026.04.23
Psalms 5:7 (KJV) But as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy fear will I worship toward thy holy temple. https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.5.7 Let us be encouraged today to decide and keep on deciding to follow the LORD to spend time with Him every day and gather…
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Trust in the LORD – 2026.04.22
Proverbs 30:5 (KJV) Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.30.5Let us be encouraged to always trust in the LORD. He is trustworthy. When we trust in Him, He will shields us – protects us. GOD’s word is pure and we can trust in…
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Known by GOD – 2026.04.17
1 Corinthians 8:2-3 (KJV)2 And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know.3 But if any man love God, the same is known of him.https://bible.com/bible/116/1co.8.2-3 Let us not think that we have great knowledge and all the answers. In reality we do not know that…
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Get rich quick schemes – 2026.04.16
Proverbs 28:20 (KJV) A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.28.20 Here we have two approaches of trying to receive blessings like wealth.If we want to get rich quickly we will end up in trouble as we will be lured in by the promises…
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Where praise should come from – 2026.04.15
Proverbs 27:2 (KJV) Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.27.2 In yesterdays devotion we discovered a little about boasting and pride in regards to what we will do. tomorrow. Let us be encouraged today to ask ourself how often do we praise ourself in…
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Tomorrow – 2026.04.14
Proverbs 27:1 (KJV) Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.27.1GOD is the one who is in control. He alone knows what will happen. Boasting belongs to those who are proud and that is not a good thing. “Proverbs 16:5 (KJV) Every one that is proud…
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Ask with no doubting – 2026.04.10
Matthew 21:22 (KJV) And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.21.22 Faith in Jesus Christ is the foundation. This is how we start off with when we come to Jesus Christ and this is how we continue. “Hebrews 11:6 (KJV) But without faith it is impossible to please him:…
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Safety – 2026.04.09
Proverbs 29:25 (KJV) The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.29.25 Yesterday we looked at Jesus Christ being our strong tower for safety (strong-tower). Her again the LORD shows us how to be safe. It all comes down to trusting in the LORD Jesus…
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Strong tower – 2026.04.08
Proverbs 18:10 (KJV) The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.18.10 Have a listen to this song: https://open.spotify.com/track/0ptX7N59xAhOJSexcJQDo4?si=AsM0oe19TpupfwkYWOg6Yw There is no one else but the LORD GOD Almighty who is able to save and protect. He is the only one who can provide a refuge…
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Good for young people – 2026.04.07
Proverbs 19:20 (KJV) Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.19.20 Young people need to learn from those who have gained godly wisdom of their life. People say history repeats itself. And we know it says in the Word of God “Ecclesiastes 1:9 (KJV) The thing that hath…
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A good question – 2026.04.03
Proverbs 20:9 (KJV) Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin? https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.20.9 This is a good question as we celebrate Easter. The simple answer is NO ONE only GOD can do this for anyone. The religious leaders had it right this time “Mark 2:7 (KJV) Why doth this…
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Being child like – 2026.03.02
Matthew 18:3 (KJV) And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.18.3 As adults we try to reason and understand things completely before we actually believe. Science looks at what we can observe and measure using our five…
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Wisdom and obedience – 2026.04.01
Proverbs 25:12 (KJV) As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.25.12 For corrections to be effective it requires at least two type of persona: Therefore let us be encouraged that when the LORD reproves us (either through His word or through wise…
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Few words and staying calm – 2026.03.31
Proverbs 17:27 (KJV) He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.17.27 There are a few things we can learn from this, here are some: Other scriptures that come to mind reading this are: Therefore let us be encoraged to spare our words not wanting to…
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Keep listening to instructions – 2026.03.27
Proverbs 19:27 (KJV) Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.19.27 Let us be encouraged to always listen to the Word of God. The Word of God provides us perfect instructions before leaving earth. It is our manual to a good life here on earth and…
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How do I depart from evil? – 2026.03.26
Proverbs 16:6 (KJV) By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.6.16 Here we have one of the keys of truly repenting from sin (departing from it) and overcoming temptation. It is by the fear of the LORD. This is having such a reverence of,…
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The ministry of Jesus Christ – 2026.03.25
Matthew 9:35-36 (KJV)35 And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.36 But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep…
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Statements of faith – 2026.03.24
Matthew 9:18 (KJV) While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead: but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live. https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.9.18Matthew 9:21 (KJV) For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall…
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Great riches – 2026.03.20
Proverbs 13:7 (KJV) There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing: there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.13.7 Here we can see two comparisons. One about pretending to be rich and another about actual riches (depending on which translation you look at). Some people who don’t have much but pretend to…
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Testing for hate and love – 2026.03.19
Proverbs 10:12 (KJV) Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.10.12 Here we see two opposites, hate and love, and one of their outcomes.We can see if there is strive or it gets stirred up that the source of this is hate.On the converse if there is mercy and forgiveness that love is at…
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Walking securely – 2026.03.18
Proverbs 10:9 (KJV) He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.We have now provided links to an online bible for each quote so you can refer to a version which you prefer or can look at multiple version. The link is to the NLT as it provides easy…
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Coming quickly – 2026.03.17
Revelation 22:7 (KJV) Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book.Revelation 22:12 (KJV) And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.Revelation 22:20 (KJV) He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly.…
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Who do we keep company with? – 2026.03.13
Proverbs 13:20 (KJV) He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.13.20 The people we associate with will have an impact on our life. If we spend a lot of time with those who are foolish we will be influenced and end up how they end…
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How to respond to anger – 2025.03.12
Proverbs 15:1 (KJV) A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.15.1 When an angry person confronts us it is good to de-escalate and this is done by a soft/gentle answer. It is a voice of reason in a calm and peaceful manner. People who are angry are very often unreasonable. Answering…
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The way to eternal death – 2026.03.11
Proverbs 14:12 (KJV) There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.14.12 When we follow what seem right to us and or society (this includes the religion we chose) the chances are they they are counter to what what is right to GOD. “John…
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Refuge in death – 2026.03.10
Proverbs 14:32 (KJV) The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death. https://bible.com/bible/116/pro.14.32 There is a difference between people who are in Christ and who are not. In short: Therefore let us be encourage to draw near to GOD, to repent from our sins, to believe in Jesus…
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Dishonest gain – 2026.03.06
Proverbs 11:1 (KJV) A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.We have now provided links to an online bible for each quote so you can refer to a version which you prefer or can look at multiple version. The link is to the NLT as it provides easy…
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How to give – 2026.03.05
Matthew 6:1-4 (KJV)1 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.2 Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that…
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Treasures in heaven – 2026.03.04
Matthew 6:19-24 (KJV)19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:21 For where your treasure is, there will…
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Two types of riches – 2026.03.03
Proverbs 10:22 (KJV) The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. There are two type of riches.One adds sorrow the other does does not.The one that adds sorrow are riches that we covet, strive for and put before GOD. These are riches which posses us or posses and…
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Food – 2026.02.27
Matthew 4:4 (KJV) But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. There is food for the body and food for the soul and spirit. It is important for our bodies to receive nutrition otherwise it will…
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Saved from my enemies – 2026.02.26
2 Samuel 22:4 (KJV) I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. The LORD of heaven and earth wants us to call on Him and praise Him. He is interested in every part of our life. Therefore David decided to call on Him…
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Fruits of repentance – 2026.02.25
Matthew 3:8 (KJV) Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance: Right through the ages GOD has called people to repentance. In the New Testament John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus Christ and called people to repentance. Jesus Christ called people to repent, the Apostles called people to repentance and the LORD ask us…
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The mighty will fall – 2026.02.24
2 Samuel 1:27 (KJV) How are the mighty fallen, and the weapons of war perished! There are those who are mighty from the worlds perspective. They are strong, tall, accomplished, wealthy, popular, powerful, smart, knowledgeable and more in war. In the end they will fall as history has shown repeatedly. This saying/lamentation came from David…
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True knowledge and wisdom – 2026.02.20
Proverbs 1:7 (KJV) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Jesus Christ truth “John 14:6 (KJV) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”. Both knowledge and truth both come from GOD…
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Give thanks – 2026.02.19
Psalms 136:1-3,26 (KJV)1 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.2 O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever.3 O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever.26 O give thanks unto the God of heaven:…
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Repentance and some of its rewards – 2026.02.18
Proverbs 1:23-25 (KJV)23 Turn you at my reproof: behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you.24 Because I have called, and ye refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded;25 But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of…
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GOD’s grace in the tribulation – 2026.02.17
Revelation 14:6-13 (KJV)6 And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,7 Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment…
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Knowing GOD’s way to walk in – 2026.02.13
Psalms 143:8 (KJV) Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee. Let us be encouraged to seek the LORD first thing in the morning. When we read His word, the…
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Bless the LORD – 2026.02.12
Psalms 134:1-3 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD.2 Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the LORD.3 The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion. Let us be encouraged…
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Orchestrated by GOD – 2026.02.11
Acts 22:27-29 (KJV)27 Then the chief captain came, and said unto him, Tell me, art thou a Roman? He said, Yea.28 And the chief captain answered, With a great sum obtained I this freedom. And Paul said, But I was free born.29 Then straightway they departed from him which should have examined him: and the…
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Blessing of unity – 2026.02.10
Psalms 133:1-3 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees of David. Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!2 It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;3 As the dew of…
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Providing for ministry – 2026.02.06
Acts 20:33-37 (KJV)33 I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel.34 Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me.35 I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the…
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Watch and remember – 2026.02.05
Acts 20:28-31 (KJV) Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. [29] For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing…
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Whole counsel of GOD – 2026.02.04
Acts 20:22-27 (KJV)22 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there:23 Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me.24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so…
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Gosple proclamation – 2026.01.03
Acts 20:18-21 (KJV)18 And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons,19 Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the…
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Waiting for the LORD – 2027.01.30
Psa 130:5-6 (KJV)5 I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.6 My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning. Let us be encouraged today to keep waiting on the LORD. Prayer…
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GOD judges – 2026.01.29
1 Samuel 25:37-38 (KJV)37 But it came to pass in the morning, when the wine was gone out of Nabal, and his wife had told him these things, that his heart died within him, and he became as a stone.38 And it came to pass about ten days after, that the LORD smote Nabal, that…
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Kept from revenge – 2026.01.28
1 Samuel 25:32-33 (KJV)32 And David said to Abigail, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me:33 And blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou, which hast kept me this day from coming to shed blood, and from avenging myself with mine own hand. David wanted to…
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Walking in His ways – 2026.01.27
Psalms 128:1 (KJV) A Song of degrees. Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways. Be encoraged today and know that if we fear the LORD, that is revere Him, and walk in His ways we and our family will be blessed.How does this blessing look like? The rest of…
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Sowing and reaping – 2026.01.23
Psalms 126:5-6 (KJV) 5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. 6 He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. There are times when we put so much effort into something that we know GOD wants us to do but nothing…
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Almost at the end – 2026.01.22
Psalms 119:87 (KJV) They had almost consumed me upon earth; but I forsook not thy precepts. There are times when we find ourself at the end, even death, because of other peoples mal-intent. Let us be encouraged today to not forsake the LORD and to keep obeying His word. We know that in the end…
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Blessing of obedience – 2026.01.21
Acts 10:44-48 (KJV)44 While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word.45 And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost.46 For they heard them speak…
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Being obedient – 2026.01.20
Acts 10:1-8 (KJV)1 There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band,2 A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway.3 He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour…
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Despite of my situation – 2026.01.16
Psalms 119:110 (KJV) The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts. Let us be encouraged to keep obeying the LORD, following Jesus Christ despite of others trying to trap us and stop us from following Him. The LORD will deliver us from the the trap. “Psalms 124:6-8 (KJV)…
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Praising the LORD – 2026.01.15
Psalms 119:164 (KJV) Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments. Let us be encouraged today to praise the LORD throughout the day.“1 Thessalonians 5:17 (KJV) Pray without ceasing.”We can praise Him for His: Let us praise the LORD now thinking about Him and what He has done in our…
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Serving Jesus Christ with all our heart – 2026.01.14
1 Samuel 12:20-25 (KJV)20 And Samuel said unto the people, Fear not: ye have done all this wickedness: yet turn not aside from following the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart;21 And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are…
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Tireless searching for a word from GOD – 2026.01.13
Psalms 119:82 (KJV) Mine eyes fail for thy word, saying, When wilt thou comfort me? The Psalmist had such a hunger for the Word of GOD searching it for the answer from GOD in his time of despair. He searched for comfort till his eyes failed him. Let us be encouraged to keep seeking Him…
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Cry for help in persecution – 2026.01.09
Psalms 119:86 (KJV) All thy commandments are faithful: they persecute me wrongfully; help thou me. Let us be encouraged today and know that all that the LORD asks us to do according to His word is for our benefit and will pay off in eternity. “Romans 8:28-30 (KJV) And we know that all things work…
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Affliction – 2026.01.08
Psalms 119:67 (KJV) Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word.Psalms 119:71 (KJV) It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes. Let us be encouraged today to know that GOD doesn’t want us to go astray. He wants us to keep…
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Do not loose heart in prayer – 2026.01.07
Luke 18:1-8 (KJV)1 And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;2 Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man:3 And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of…
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Swift repentance and obedience – 2026.01.06
Psalms 119:59-60 (KJV)59 I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.60 I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments. Let us be encouraged to examine ourselves, to think what we are doing in the light of GOD. To compare this with what the LORD tells us in His word…
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Principles in the Kingdom of God – 2026.01.02
Luke 17:33 (KJV) Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it. In the Kingdom of God thinks work differently than in the word. When we are born again we become citizens of heaven and not we live under a totally different rule set. What…
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Walk at liberty – 2026.01.01
Psalms 119:45 (KJV) And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts. Many people think that being a follower of Jesus Christ (a Christan) means one looses freedom. In reality it is the opposite. In the world people are bound up in sin, have addictions, are in a pursuit of things that give…
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Teach me – 2025.12.31
Psalms 119:33 (KJV) HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end. We can thank Jesus Christ our LORD that He provided us His Word and not only that but that by the Holy Spirit He will teach us: “John 14:25-26 (KJV) These things have I…
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Meditating on and delighting in the Word of God – 2025.12.30
Psalms 119:15-16 (KJV)15 I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.16 I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word. Let us be encouraged and decide today to daily read, study, think about, remember and meditate on the Word of God – the bible. Doing this will…
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The LORD is my help, strength and salvation – 2025.12.27
Psalms 118:13-14 (KJV)13 Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.14 The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation. There might be people who make it their mission by, any means, to cause us to fall. We need to look beyond that because most…
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Trust in the LORD – 2025.12.26
Psalms 118:8-9 (KJV) 8 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. 9 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. Let us be encouraged today to keep on trusting in the LORD. If we trust man or rulers we will be disappointed.…
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Peace and goodwill – 2025.12.25
Have a blessed Christmas in Jesus Christ. Luke 2:10-14 (KJV) 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.…
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Remembering – 2025.12.24
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Seek the LORD – 2025.12.23
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Let our hearts Rejoice – 2025.12.19
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Glory in His Holy Name – 2025.12.18
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Talking about Jesus – 2025.12.17
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Calling on the name of Jesus – 2025.12.16
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Give thanks – 2025.12.12
Psalms 105:1-5 (KJV) 1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. 2 Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works. 3 Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. 4 Seek…
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Psalms 95 – Entering GOD’s Rest – 2025.12.11
Psalms 95:1-11 (KJV) 1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. 3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above…
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Psalms 95 – Our hearts – 2025.12.10
Psalms 95:1-11 (KJV) 1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. 3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above…
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Psalms 95 – Our GOD and His people – 2025.12.09
Psalms 95:1-11 (KJV)1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods.4 In…
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Psalms 95 – Our GOD … – 2025.12.05
Psalms 95:1-11 (KJV)1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods.4 In…
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Psalms 95 – Come let us gather together to … – 2025.12.04
Psalms 95:1-11 (KJV)1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods.4 In…
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Anxiety – 2025.12.03
Psalms 94:19 (KJV) In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul. When our mind is racing and anxiety kicks in, let us be encouraged to look to Jesus Christ. We are not alone. He has sent GOD the Holy Spirit to comfort us.“John 14:16-17 (KJV) And I will pray the…
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Slipping – 2025.12.02
Psalms 94:18 (KJV) When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up. Let us be encourage that we all traverse this world as pilgrims the path we walk on is not free from dangers but thank GOD that we are not alone and the mercy of Jesus Christ upholds us when…
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Loving Jesus Christ – 2025.11.28
Psalms 91:14-16 (KJV)14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him.16 With long life…
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Numbering our days – 2025.11.27
Psalms 90:12 (KJV) So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. We are encouraged here to number our days because that will help us to grow in wisdom which will help us to come to believe in Jesus Christ and from that point on walk right before and…
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Passing on what we discovered – 2025.11.26
Psalms 89:1-2 (KJV)1 Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations.2 For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens. Let us be encouraged…
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From the inside out – 2025.11.25
Matthew 23:26 (KJV) Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also. In the Kingdom of God change comes from the inside in our hearts and then becomes evident on the outside evident by our actions.Therefore let us be encouraged today that…
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Prayer when there is opposition – 2025.11.21
Psalms 86:14-17 (KJV)14 O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.15 But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.16 O turn unto me, and have mercy…
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Forgiven and wrath removed – 2025.11.20
Psalms 85:2-3 (KJV)2 Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah.3 Thou hast taken away all thy wrath: thou hast turned thyself from the fierceness of thine anger. Let us be thankful and encouraged by what is written here. Through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross…
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Heart set on pilgrimage – 2025.11.19
Psalms 84:5 (KJV) Blessed is the man whose strength is in thee; in whose heart are the ways of them. Here on earth we are pilgrims “1 Peter 2:11 (KJV) Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;”. Our destination is heaven. When our heart…
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The Word of the LORD stands – 2025.11.18
Joshua 6:26 (KJV) And Joshua adjured them at that time, saying, Cursed be the man before the LORD, that riseth up and buildeth this city Jericho: he shall lay the foundation thereof in his firstborn, and in his youngest son shall he set up the gates of it. This is just one of a multitude…
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Knowing the Bible – 2025.11.14
Joshua 1:6-9 (KJV)6 Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them.7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee:…
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Be Strong and Courageous – 2025.11.13
Joshua 1:6-9 (KJV)6 Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them.7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee:…
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Are you alone? – 2025.11.12
Psalms 68:6 (NKJV) God sets the solitary in families; He brings out those who are bound into prosperity; But the rebellious dwell in a dry land. Be encouraged and know that GOD does not want you to be alone, bound and be lacking a fruitful life. He gives each one of us a choice. When…
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Calling for mercy – 2025.11.11
Psalms 67:1-2 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations. Let us be encouraged today to call on the LORD GOD…
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Jesus Christ our Strong Refuge – 2025.11.07
Psalms 71:1-5 (KJV)1 In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.2 Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me.3 Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for…
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Deliver me – 2025.11.06
Psalms 70:1-5 (KJV) 1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David, to bring to remembrance. Make haste, O God, to deliver me; make haste to help me, O LORD. 2 Let them be ashamed and confounded that seek after my soul: let them be turned backward, and put to confusion, that desire my hurt.…
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Being an overcomer – 2025.11.05
1 John 5:4-5 (KJV)4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? Let us be encouraged to day to believe and continue to believe:…
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How to be stable – 2025.11.04
Psalms 62:2 (KJV) He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved. Be encouraged today that if we build our life on Jesus Christ, knowing that He saved us from sin and hell and has given us eternal life with Him that He will be our…
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GOD fights for His people – 2025.10.31
Psalms 64:1-10 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer: preserve my life from fear of the enemy.2 Hide me from the secret counsel of the wicked; from the insurrection of the workers of iniquity:3 Who whet their tongue like a sword, and bend their bows…
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Love hate relationship – 2025.10.30
1 John 2:9-11 (KJV)9 He that saith he is in the light, and hateth his brother, is in darkness even until now.10 He that loveth his brother abideth in the light, and there is none occasion of stumbling in him.11 But he that hateth his brother is in darkness, and walketh in darkness, and knoweth…
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Practice makes perfect – 2025.10.29
1 John 2:28-29 (KJV)28 And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.29 If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him. In verse 29 doeth refers to practices…
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Help of man is useless – 2025.10.28
Psalms 60:11-12 (KJV)11 Give us help from trouble: for vain is the help of man.12 Through God we shall do valiantly: for he it is that shall tread down our enemies. In the end the help of man is useless, especially when eternity is at stakes. Therefore let us be encouraged today to rely on…
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Prayer and faith – 2025.10.24
Prayer and faith – 2025.10.24Psalms 57:2 (KJV) I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me. When we are in despair let us be encouraged to cry out, with all our heart, to the LORD GOD Almighty. Just like David in many of the Psalms, let us cast our…
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Casting Burdens – 2025.10.23
Psalms 55:22 (KJV) Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.Let us be encouraged today that when we have a burden not to try to carry it by our self’s but to give it to the LORD. He is the one who will…
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Prayer and faith – 2025.10.22
Psalms 55:17 (KJV) Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice. Let us be encouraged to keep on praying. The LORD promised that He will hear us. We can call on Him anytime and as often as we want. In the morning, at noon, in…
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Prayer and faith – 2025.10.21
Psalms 55:16 (KJV) As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me. Let us be encouraged today to decide and keep on deciding to call on the LORD GOD Almighty. Jesus Christ taught us to pray to GOD the Father in His name, the name of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ…
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Let us gather together to the LORD – 2025.10.17
Psalms 50:5 (KJV) Gather my saints together unto me; those that have made a covenant with me by sacrifice. At one of last weeks Mission Community Gatherings we looked at gathering together the first part of Gather Together, Grow Together and Go Together. Reading this verse we again see that the LORD desires that His…
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Coveting, giving and receiving – 2025.10.16
Acts 20:33-35 (KJV) I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel. [34] Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me. [35] I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words…
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We all have a calling and purpose – 2025.10.10
Acts 13:2 (KJV) As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. Let us be encouraged today and know that everyone who is in Jesus Christ has a purpose. Jesus calls each one of us to the work He…
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Speaking to our soul – 2025.10.09
Psalms 42:11 (KJV) Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God. This verse is a repetition of “Psalms 42:5 (KJV) Why art thou cast down, O my soul?…
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GOD’s thoughts – 2025.10.08
Psalms 40:5 (KJV) Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.Wow, GOD is so good. His works are so…
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Waiting patiently – 2025.10.07
Psalms 40:1-2 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. Let us be…
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Lovingkindness – 2025.10.03
Psalms 36:7 (KJV) How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. Let us be encouraged today that GOD is love “1 John 4:16 (KJV) And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he…
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Preaching Jesus And The Resurrection – 2025.10.02
Acts 4:1-2 (KJV)1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,2 Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead. Preaching Jesus Christ being the Saviour, the LORD, the Truth, the Way and the Life…
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No condemnation – 2025.10.01
Psalms 34:22 (KJV) The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate. Jesus Christ is our redeemer. He is risen from the dead. Death could not hold Him down.“1 Corinthians 15:20 (KJV) But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of…
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Psalm 25 – Integrity and preservation – 2025.09.30
Psalms 25:1-22 (KJV) 1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without…
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Psalm 25 – Teaching The Ways Of The LORD – 2025.09.26
Psalms 25:1-22 (KJV) 1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without…
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Psalm 25 – Our Attitude – 2025.09.25
Psalms 25:1-22 (KJV) 1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without…
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Psalm 25 – Trusting in the LORD versus being treacherous/unfaithful – 2025.09.24
Psalms 25:1-22 (KJV) 1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without…
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Psalm 25 – lifting up our soul – 2025.09.23
Psalms 25:1-22 (KJV) 1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without…
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Three Fold Salvation – Summary – 2025.09.19
“1 Thessalonians 5:23 (KJV) And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” We are Spirit, Soul/Min and Body Let us be encouraged today be strong in the LORD, to be: loving, joyful,…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the Body – The Resurrection – 2025.09.18
1 Corinthians 15:13-58 (KJV) 13 But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen: 14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the Body – Our Future Body – 2025.09.17
1 Corinthians 15:13-58 (KJV) 13 But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen: 14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the Body – Our Current Body – 2025.09.16
1 Corinthians 15:13-58 (KJV) 13 But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen: 14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the soul/mind – Sanctification – 2025.09.12
Galatians 5:13-26 (KJV) 13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. 14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 15 But if ye bite and devour…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the soul/mind – How To Walk In The Spirit – 2025.09.11
Galatians 5:13-26 (KJV) 13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. 14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 15 But if ye bite and devour…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the soul/mind – The Spirit And The Flesh – 2025.09.10
Galatians 5:13-26 (KJV) 13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. 14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 15 But if ye bite and devour…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the soul/mind – Called To Liberty Of The Spirit – 2025.09.09
Galatians 5:13-26 (KJV) 13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. 14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 15 But if ye bite and devour…
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Three Fold Salvation – What is doing truth? – 2025.09.05
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – What is practising evil? – 2025.09.04
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – What are we saved to? – 2025.09.03
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – What are we saved from? – 2025.09.02
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – What happens when we are saved? – 2025.08.29
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – How can our spirit be saved? – 2025.08.28
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – Salvation of the spirit – 2025.08.27
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Three Fold Salvation – Introduction – 2025.08.26
John 3:1-21 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with…
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Blameless – 2025.07.04
Luke 23:4 (KJV) Then said Pilate to the chief priests and to the people, I find no fault in this man. “Luke 23:13-15 (KJV) And Pilate, when he had called together the chief priests and the rulers and the people, [14] Said unto them, Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that perverteth…
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Found watching – 2025.07.03
Luke 12:36-40 (KJV)36 And ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately.37 Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird…
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Duplicity – 2025.06.27
Luke 16:13 (KJV) No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. We need to choose between who we serve and no try to play both sides. In the…
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What is the cost – 2025.06.25
Luke 14:28-29 (KJV)28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?29 Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish it, all that behold it begin to mock him, We are to count the…
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Being with Jesus Christ – 2025.06.24
Luke 11:23 (KJV) He that is not with me is against me: and he that gathereth not with me scattereth.From GOD’s perspective there are only two options for people. One is begin with Jesus Christ and the other is being against Jesus Christ. When we are against Jesus Christ we are not with Him or…
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Understanding – 2025.06.19
Luke 8:10 (KJV) And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand. GOD likes to be sought and He hides His treasure in plain sight. It is to see if…
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Blessing in not being offended – 2025.06.18
Luke 7:23 (KJV) And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me. Be encouraged today that if Jesus Christ does not offend you that you are blessed. You are blessed even if people don’t like you because you believe in and follow Jesus Christ. “Matthew 10:21-25 (KJV) And the brother shall deliver up…
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The sign spoken against – 2025.06.13
Luke 2:34 (KJV) And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; Jesus Christ is the KING of kings and LORD of lords. He is the Son of GOD, He…
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He is risen – 2025.04.19
Matthew 28:1-6 (KJV)1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre.2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone…
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Examine ourselves – 2025.03.18
Matthew 15:8-9 (KJV)8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.9 But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.Let us be encouraged to examine ourself every day to ensure our heart is always right and…
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Signs – 2025.03.15
Matthew 16:4 (KJV) A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed.Jesus Christ did many sings and wonders. He still is performing them now through His people, the church. There are people who…
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Parables – 2025.03.12
Matthew 13:10-17 (KJV)10 And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables?11 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.12 For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and…
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No need to be fearful – 2025.03.07
Matthew 8:23-27 (KJV)23 And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.24 And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep.25 And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish.26 And he…
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Comprehension of the bible – 2024.12.20
Luke 24:44-48 (KJV)44 And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the psalms, concerning me.45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might…
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Delay shows GOD’s long suffering – 2024.12.17
Luke 21:9 (KJV) But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by. In Matthew 24:6 (KJV) “And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things…
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Falling on the stone – 2024.12.16
Luke 20:17-18 (KJV)17 And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner?18 Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. Jesus Christ is…
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Being faithful in the little things – 2024.12.12
Luke 16:10-12 (KJV)10 He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.11 If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches?12 And if ye have not…
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Lost and found – 2024.12.11
Luke 15:1-7 (KJV)1 Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him.2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.3 And he spake this parable unto them, saying,4 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth…
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Back to freedom – 2024.12.09
Psalms 126:1-6 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees. When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them.3 The LORD hath done great things for…
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Help is in the LORD – 2024.12.07
Psalms 124:1-8 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees of David. If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, now may Israel say;2 If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, when men rose up against us:3 Then they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled…
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Go together – 2024.12.06
Luke 10:1-3 (KJV)1 After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come.2 Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that…
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What makes you glad? – 2024.12.05
Psalms 122:1 (KJV) A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. What makes us glad? We need to examine our hearts by letting the LORD examine us, to see what motivates us and if it does not align with GOD’s…
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My help – 2024.12.04
Psalms 121:1-8 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither…
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Distress because of opposition – 2024.12.03
Psalms 120:1-7 (KJV)1 A Song of degrees. In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me.2 Deliver my soul, O LORD, from lying lips, and from a deceitful tongue.3 What shall be given unto thee? or what shall be done unto thee, thou false tongue?4 Sharp arrows of the mighty, with coals…
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Our goal – 2024.12.02
Luke 6:40 (KJV) The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master. When we come to believe in Jesus Christ one of our main goals becomes to be more like Jesus Christ. He has become our LORD and Master. It is developing of character – the…
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In spite of – 2024.12.01
Psalms 119:143 (KJV) Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delights. No matter what happens and is going on in our lives, let our delight be in the LORD GOD Almighty and His word. When we truly love the LORD we have a willingness to follow God regardless of…
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State of the world – 2024.11.30
Psalms 119:126 (KJV) It is time for thee, LORD, to work: for they have made void thy law.We are now living in a word where the ways, laws, and principles of GOD are made void.“Isaiah 5:20 (KJV) Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for…
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What to do? – 2024.11.29
Psalms 119:105 (KJV) NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.GOD has given us His written word (the Bible) and His living word (Jesus Christ). He uses His word to lead us in the right path. One can think of His word being like a manual of life,…
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Hang in there – 2024.11.28
Psalms 119:81-88 (KJV)81 CAPH. My soul fainteth for thy salvation: but I hope in thy word.82 Mine eyes fail for thy word, saying, When wilt thou comfort me?83 For I am become like a bottle in the smoke; yet do I not forget thy statutes.84 How many are the days of thy servant? when wilt…
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Fellowship – 2024.11.27
Psalms 119:63 (KJV) I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts.If we believe in Jesus Christ, being born again by the Holy Spirit GOD gives us a desire to know Him more and also to be with others who believe. Eleven verses down it says:“Psalms 119:74…
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Trusting in the Word of God – 2024.11.26
Psalms 119:42 (KJV) So shall I have wherewith to answer him that reproacheth me: for I trust in thy word. Jesus Christ is the Word of God.”John 1:14 (KJV) And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full…
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LORD you promised – 2024.11.25
Psalms 119:25 (KJV) DALETH. My soul cleaveth unto the dust: quicken thou me according to thy word.The psalmist here is asking GOD to revive him according to GOD’s word. In other words He is praying “LORD I need to be revived as I am down and out and you have promised in your word to…
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Remembering the Word of God – 2024.11.24
Psalms 119:11 (KJV) Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.Be encouraged today to aim to know, understand and memorise the Word of God. This is one of our great weapons to fight against temptation, just like Jesus Christ did. When Jesus Christ was tempted in the wilderness…
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Let us all say “His mercy endures forever” – 2024.11.23
Psalms 118:4 (KJV) Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever. Be encourage today that if you are in Jesus Christ, having the fear of GOD, you know that the steadfast love of the LORD endures forever.Let us therefore give thank as to Him.“Psalms 118:1 (KJV) O give thanks…
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Love your enemies part 2 – 2024.11.22
Romans 12:18-21 (KJV)18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink:…
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Love your enemies – 2024.11.21
2 Kings 6:21-23 (KJV)21 And the king of Israel said unto Elisha, when he saw them, My father, shall I smite them? shall I smite them?22 And he answered, Thou shalt not smite them: wouldest thou smite those whom thou hast taken captive with thy sword and with thy bow? set bread and water before…
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Blessed – 2024.11.20
Psalms 115:13-16 (KJV)13 He will bless them that fear the LORD, both small and great.14 The LORD shall increase you more and more, you and your children.15 Ye are blessed of the LORD which made heaven and earth.16 The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD’S: but the earth hath he given to the children…
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What do you have? – 2024.11.19
2 Kings 4:2 (KJV) And Elisha said unto her, What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house? And she said, Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil. The widow and her sons had a great need. Here is the whole story of…
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The Holy Spirit and intercession – 2024.11.18
Romans 8:26-28 (KJV)26 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.27 And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for…
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The law exposes sin – 2024.11.17
Romans 7:7 (KJV) What shall we say then? Is the law sin? God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the law: for I had not known lust, except the law had said, Thou shalt not covet. The one of the laws purposes is to expose sin. It teaches us GOD’s requirements and…
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Studying of the bible – 2024.11.16
Psalms 111:2 (KJV) The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein. Here the the words “sought out of all” are translated “pondered by all” in the NIV and “Studied by all”. That means that all who have pleasure in, delight in the works of GOD will think…
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Ask for a word of the LORD – 2024.11.15
1 Kings 22:5 (KJV) And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day. Jehoshaphat was wise to inquire of the LORD. He also was wise to double check the supposed answer “1 Kings 22:7 (KJV) And Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet…
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Strong faith – 2024.11.14
Romans 4:19-21 (KJV)19 And being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sara’s womb:20 He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;21 And being fully persuaded…
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Righteousness of GOD – 2024.11.13
Romans 3:21-26 (KJV)21 But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;22 Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference:23 For all have sinned, and come short of…
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Prayer in despair answered – 2024.11.12
1 Kings 19:2-6 (KJV)2 Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, saying, So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I make not thy life as the life of one of them by to morrow about this time.3 And when he saw that, he arose, and went for his life, and came…
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The gospel and faith – 2024.11.11
Romans 1:16-17 (KJV)16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall…
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Do not believe every spirit – 2024.11.10
1 Kings 13:18 (KJV) He said unto him, I am a prophet also as thou art; and an angel spake unto me by the word of the LORD, saying, Bring him back with thee into thine house, that he may eat bread and drink water. But he lied unto him. Have a read of the…
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Testing of the Word of God – 2024.11.10
Psalms 105:17-19 (KJV)17 He sent a man before them, even Joseph, who was sold for a servant:18 Whose feet they hurt with fetters: he was laid in iron:19 Until the time that his word came: the word of the LORD tried him.The LORD GOD almighty uses His word to test His people. He gives us…
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The innocent for the guilty – 2024.11.09
Mark 15:13-15 (KJV)13 And they cried out again, Crucify him.14 Then Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? And they cried out the more exceedingly, Crucify him.15 And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified. Jesus Christ…
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GOD’s mercy and grace – 2024.11.08
Psalms 103:8 (KJV) The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.Have a read of the whole Psalm and study it. The LORD GOD almighty, who created everything, is merciful and gracious. He understands us and is slow to anger to give us time to repent and avail ourself of His…
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Take heed – 2024.11.07
Mark 13:5-6 (KJV)5 And Jesus answering them began to say, Take heed lest any man deceive you:6 For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.Continuing on from yesterdays devotion “Do not believe every spirit – 2024.11.06 http://missioncommunities.network/2024/11/06/do-not-believe-every-spirit-2024-11-06/”. There is so much in the New Testament about being careful…
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Have faith in GOD – 2024.11.05
Mark 11:20-26 (KJV)20 And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots.21 And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.22 And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.23 For verily I say unto…
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Prayer and fasting – 2024.11.04
Mark 9:17-29 (KJV)17 And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto thee my son, which hath a dumb spirit;18 And wheresoever he taketh him, he teareth him: and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast him out;…
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Wavering faith – 2024.11.03
Mark 9:17-29 (KJV)17 And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto thee my son, which hath a dumb spirit;18 And wheresoever he taketh him, he teareth him: and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast him out;…
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Do not give up – 2024.11.02
Mark 8:22-26 (KJV)22 And he cometh to Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, and besought him to touch him.23 And he took the blind man by the hand, and led him out of the town; and when he had spit on his eyes, and put his hands upon him, he asked him…
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Anointing with oil – 2024.11.01
Mark 6:12-13 (KJV)12 And they went out, and preached that men should repent.13 And they cast out many devils, and anointed with oil many that were sick, and healed them.Jesus Christ sent our His disciples to train them in preaching of repentance and to walk by faith (not bringing provisions for themself). GOD confirmed the…
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The antidote to unbelief – 2024.10.31
Mark 6:4-6 (KJV)4 But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, but in his own country, and among his own kin, and in his own house.5 And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them.6 And he marvelled because…
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Who touched My clothes? – 2024.10.30
Mark 5:25-34 (KJV)25 And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years,26 And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse,27 When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment.28 For she…
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Mystery revealed – 2024.10.29
Mark 4:11-12 (KJV)11 And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:12 That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time…
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The fool and GOD – 2024.10.28
Psalms 92:5-6 (KJV)5 O LORD, how great are thy works! and thy thoughts are very deep.6 A brutish man knoweth not; neither doth a fool understand this. The LORD GOD created the heavens, the earth and all life. Not only that He is the one who keeps it all working. Who can understand Him, His…
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Where do we dwell? – 2024.10.27
Psalms 91:9 (KJV) Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation;Here habitation also means dwelling place and refuge. The place we dwell in is our place of habitation. The place we go for safety is our refuge. The questions we need to ask ourself: Where do we…
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Numbering our days – 2024.10.26
Psalms 90:12-13 (KJV)12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.13 Return, O LORD, how long? and let it repent thee concerning thy servants.Usually when reading verse 12 I was relating it to “Psalms 90:10 (KJV) The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if…
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Jesus Christ is risen – 2024.10.25
Matthew 28:6-7 (KJV)6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.7 And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.There is…
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Realisation sin – 2024.10.24
2 Samuel 24:10 (KJV) And David’s heart smote him after that he had numbered the people. And David said unto the LORD, I have sinned greatly in that I have done: and now, I beseech thee, O LORD, take away the iniquity of thy servant; for I have done very foolishly. David realised he sinned…
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Position yourself to hear – 2024.10.23
2 Samuel 23:2 (KJV) The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his word was in my tongue.GOD still speaks to us by the Holy Spirit. How does He do this? There are quiet a few ways He speaks. One and the most common way GOD speaks to us is through His word, the…
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Knowing GOD as our … – 2024.10.22
2 Samuel 22:2 (KJV) And he said, The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer;The LORD GOD almighty is our rock, fortress and deliverer. In our distress we can call on Him “2 Samuel 22:7 (KJV) In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried to my God: and he did…
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Keeping oaths – 2024.10.21
2 Samuel 21:1-3 (KJV)1 Then there was a famine in the days of David three years, year after year; and David enquired of the LORD. And the LORD answered, It is for Saul, and for his bloody house, because he slew the Gibeonites.2 And the king called the Gibeonites, and said unto them; (now the…
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Now is the time – 2024.10.20
Revelation 22:11 (KJV) He that is unjust, let him be unjust still: and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still: and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still: and he that is holy, let him be holy still.There is a time coming when one can not repent, turn to GOD, change…
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Escaping the second death – 2024.10.19
Escaping the second death – 2024.10.19Revelation 20:11-15 (KJV) And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them. [12] And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were…
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Loose your head – 2024.10.18
Revelation 20:4 (KJV) And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, neither his image, neither had received his mark upon…
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Only GOD deserves worship – 2024.10.17
Revelation 19:10 (KJV) And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said unto me, See thou do it not: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.Only GOD deserves to be be worshiped. In…
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The LORD GOD can restore – 2024.10.16
Psalms 80:3 (KJV) Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.Psalms 80:7 (KJV) Turn us again, O God of hosts, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.Psalms 80:19 (KJV) Turn us again, O LORD God of hosts, cause thy face to shine; and…
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Only GOD can – 2024.10.15
Psalms 79:8-9 (KJV)8 O remember not against us former iniquities: let thy tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low.9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name’s sake.“For all have sinned, and come short of…
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Choices – 2024.10.14
Revelation 16:11 (KJV) And blasphemed the God of heaven because of their pains and their sores, and repented not of their deeds.GOD pours out of His wrath in the tribulation. Even then He gives people the opportunity to repent. He gives us a choice and here we see that the majority will not repent but…
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Let no one deceive you – 2024.10.13
Matthew 16:11-12 (KJV)11 How is it that ye do not understand that I spake it not to you concerning bread, that ye should beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees?12 Then understood they how that he bade them not beware of the leaven of bread, but of the doctrine of the…
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Fear and give glory to GOD – 2024.10.12
Revelation 14:7 (KJV) Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.“Proverbs 9:10 (KJV) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of…
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Who is Jesus Christ – 2024.10.11
Matthew 14:33 (KJV) Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God.Let us gain a little glimpse in knowing who Jesus Christ is. Jesus Christ is GOD the son. Only GOD is to be worshiped. “Matthew 4:10 (KJV) Then saith Jesus unto him,…
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How long – 2024.10.10
Psalms 74:10 (KJV) O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?How long will GOD allow evil to triumph? How long will He allow His enemies to blaspheme His name? GOD has His reasons “2 Peter 3:8-10 (KJV) But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that…
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Falling flesh and heart – 2024.10.09
Psalms 73:25-26 (NKJV)25 Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You.26 My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.When there is nothing one can do. When it all becomes impossible. When there is no hope.…
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Revelation knowledges comes from GOD – 2024.10.08
Matthew 11:27 (KJV) All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him.GOD the Father is only know by Jesus Christ, GOD the son. The only way we can…
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When GOD speaks – 2024.10.07
2 Samuel 7:29 (KJV) Therefore now let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, that it may continue for ever before thee: for thou, O Lord GOD, hast spoken it: and with thy blessing let the house of thy servant be blessed for ever.Have a read of the whole chapter seven in…
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Loving salvation that Jesus Christ brings – 2024.10.06
Psalms 70:4 (KJV) Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: and let such as love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified.Jesus Christ came to save that which was lost “Luke 19:10 (KJV) For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.”.…
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Now is the time – 2024.10.05
Matthew 8:21-22 (KJV)21 And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.22 But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead.Jesus asked one of the people who He was disciplining to follow Him. The disciple wanted to delay following Jesus until…
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Way to heaven part 2 – 2024.10.04
Matthew 7:13-14 (KJV)13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.Let us continue…
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Way to heaven – 2024.10.03
Psalms 67:1-2 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.GOD has shown and is showing His mercy to all. He is…
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Honour the LORD in song and word – 2024.10.02
Psalms 66:1-3 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, A Song or Psalm. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands:2 Sing forth the honour of his name: make his praise glorious.3 Say unto God, How terrible art thou in thy works! through the greatness of thy power shall thine enemies submit themselves unto thee.Everyone and…
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Avoiding the tribulation – 2024.10.01
Revelation 3:7-13 (KJV)7 And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth;8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an…
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Loving Jesus – 2024.09.30
Revelation 2:1-7 (ASV)1 To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, he that walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks:2 I know thy works, and thy toil and patience, and that thou canst not bear evil men, and didst…
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When all is lost – 2024.09.29
1 Samuel 30:6 (KJV) And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.When David and his men came back to Ziklag after being sent away…
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Waiting for GOD to save – 2024.09.28
Psalms 62:1-2 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David. Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.2 He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved.Jesus Christ is the rock of our salvation. He defends and gives strength to…
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Prospering of our soul – 2024.09.27
3 John 1:2 (KJV) Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.The prospering of our souls is most important. Prosperity in everything else is secondary like our health. GOD created us with a body, a soul and a spirit. When we are born again,…
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Hidden Truth revealed – 2024.09.26
John 20:9 (KJV) For as yet they knew not the scripture, that he must rise again from the dead.For around three years Jesus Christ taught His disciples and also taught about the resurrection “Matthew 16:21-22 (KJV) From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and…
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Born of GOD – 2024.09.25
1 John 5:1-5 (KJV)1 Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him.2 By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments.3 For this is the love…
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Jesus Christ the King of kings – 2024.09.24
Zechariah 9:9 (KJV) Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.This is one of very many prophesies in the Old Testament that where written about…
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How GOD sanctifies us – 2024.09.23
John 17:16-19 (KJV)16 They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.18 As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.19 And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might…
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Antichrists – 2024.09.22
1 John 2:18 (KJV) Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time.What is an antichrist? In 1 John 2:22 it says “Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is…
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Five ifs – 2024.09.21
1 John 1:5-10 (KJV)5 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.6 If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:7 But if we walk…
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Last days attitude and behaviour – 2024.09.20
2 Peter 3:1-18 (KJV)1 This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:2 That ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us the apostles of the Lord and Saviour:3…
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GOD is working – 2024.09.19
Zechariah 4:6 (KJV) Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.Whatever GOD does here on earth through His people, the church, is by GOD the Holy Spirit. It is not…
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Believing in Jesus Christ – 2024.09.18
John 12:44-50 (KJV)44 Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on me, believeth not on me, but on him that sent me.45 And he that seeth me seeth him that sent me.46 I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.47 And if any man hear…
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More on suffering – 2024.09.17
1 Peter 5:8-11 (KJV)8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:9 Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.10 But the God of all grace, who hath called us…
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Suffering as a Christian is not unusual – 2024.09.16
1 Peter 4:12-13 (KJV)12 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.When people say come to…
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GOD’s perspective – 2024.09.15
1 Samuel 16:7 (KJV) But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.A famous saying about first impressions is…
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A people of GOD continued – 2024.09.14
1 Peter 2:11-12 (KJV)11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;12 Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.To continue…
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A people of GOD – 2024.09.13
1 Peter 2:9-10 (KJV)9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:10 Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which…
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No matter what – 2024.09.12
Habakkuk 3:17-19 (KJV)17 Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls:18 Yet I will rejoice in the…
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In the midst of the storm – 2024.09.11
Psalms 46:10 (KJV) Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.When the storm is raging and we are in the midst of it we can do two things. We can panic and despair or we can be still and trust in…
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Leftovers – 2024.09.10
John 6:12-13 (KJV)12 When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost.13 Therefore they gathered them together, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves, which remained over and above unto them that had eaten.The LORD GOD is and does more…
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A warning on backsliding – 2024.09.09
Jonah 3:4-5 (KJV)4 And Jonah began to enter into the city a day’s journey, and he cried, and said, Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown.5 So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest of them even to the least of them.Have a read…
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For big decisions always ask the LORD – 2024.09.08
1 Samuel 8:5-7 (KJV)5 And said unto him, Behold, thou art old, and thy sons walk not in thy ways: now make us a king to judge us like all the nations.6 But the thing displeased Samuel, when they said, Give us a king to judge us. And Samuel prayed unto the LORD.7 And the…
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Thirsting for GOD – 2024.09.07
Psalms 42:1-3 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, Maschil, for the sons of Korah. As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.2 My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?3 My tears have been my meat day and night,…
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Brotherly love – 2024.09.06
Hebrews 13:1 (KJV) Let brotherly love continue.Here the LORD encourages us to keep on loving. His love is steadfast (see “GOD’s steadfast love – 2024.09.10 http://missioncommunities.network/2024/09/01/gods-steadfast-love-2024-09-10/”) and therefore does not end. It continues. Our own humans love is not constant, it is influenced by feelings and situation. It is conditional. But GOD’s love is totally…
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Our responsibility – 2024.09.05
Hebrews 12:1-4 (KJV)1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith;…
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Faiths reward – 2024.09.04
Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.Hebrews 11:6 (KJV) But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.Here we have an…
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Relationship with GOD and His people -2024.09.03
Hebrews 10:19-25 (KJV)19 Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,20 By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh;21 And having an high priest over the house of God;22 Let us draw near with a true…
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GOD’s promises do not make us exempt from hardship – 2024.09.02
Acts 27:20-26 (KJV)20 And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away.21 But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have…
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GOD’s steadfast love – 2024.09.01
Psalms 36:5-10 (KJV)5 Thy mercy, O LORD, is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds.6 Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep: O LORD, thou preservest man and beast.7 How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the…
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Being thankful, let us praise the LORD – 2024.08.31
Psalms 35:18 (KJV) I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people.Psalms 35:28 (KJV) And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.Let us decide to be thankful every day and all day long.Let us be thankful when we gather together,Let…
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GOD’s amazing grace – 2024.08.30
Jonah 4:1-2 (KJV)1 But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was very angry.2 And he prayed unto the LORD, and said, I pray thee, O LORD, was not this my saying, when I was yet in my country? Therefore I fled before unto Tarshish: for I knew that thou art a gracious God, and merciful,…
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GOD of second chances – 2024.08.29
Jonah 3:1 (ASV) And the word of Jehovah came unto Jonah the second time, saying,After Jonah repented GOD gave him another chance to fulfil His calling. He did this Not just for the sake of Jonah but for the sake of the people of Nineveh so they repent. “Jonah 3:5 (ASV) And the people of…
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GOD hears – 2024.08.28
Jonah 2:1-2 (KJV)1 Then Jonah prayed unto the LORD his God out of the fish’s belly,2 And said, I cried by reason of mine affliction unto the LORD, and he heard me; out of the belly of hell cried I, and thou heardest my voice.The LORD GOD even rescued Jonah from drowning before he came…
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Sin deceives – 2024.08.27
Hebrews 3:12-14 (KJV)12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.13 But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.14 For we are made partakers of Christ, if we…
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Drifting by neglect – 2024.08.26
Hebrews 2:1-3 (KJV)1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.2 For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward;3 How shall we escape, if we neglect…
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Appeal versus demand – 2024.08.25
Philemon 1:8-9 (KJV)8 Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,9 Yet for love’s sake I rather beseech thee, being such an one as Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner of Jesus Christ. Love doesn’t demand but rather appeals. Leaders have the authority to demand…
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When GOD is silent – 2024.08.24
Psalms 28:1-2 (KJV)1 A Psalm of David. Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, if thou be silent to me, I become like them that go down into the pit.2 Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry unto thee, when I lift up my hands…
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GOD is near – 2024.08.23
Acts 17:24-31 (KJV)24 God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;25 Neither is worshipped with men’s hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things;26 And hath made of…
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Revelation through the Word of God – 2024.08.22
Acts 16:14 (KJV) And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul.GOD reveals Himself to people who seek for Him. Have a look at “GOD revealed through creation…
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Heritage of the LORD’s servants – 2024.08.21
Isaiah 54:17 (KJV) No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.What a great heritage the LORD GOD has promised to His servants.…
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GOD owns everything – 2024.08.20
Psalms 24:1-4 (KJV)1 A Psalm of David. The earth is the LORD’S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.2 For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.3 Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place?4 He…
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Living a godly life – 2024.08.19
2 Timothy 3:12 (KJV) Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.Once we are born again, by the Holy Spirit by having faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ, our desire becomes to live a godly life, wanting to please Jesus. GOD, by the Holy Spirit, starts the work of…
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How to be a witness and teach the gospel – 2024.08.18
2 Timothy 2:23-26 (KJV)23 But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes.24 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,25 In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;26…
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Giver of gifts – 2024.08.17
2 Timothy 1:6-7 (KJV)6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.GOD the Father, Jesus Christ –…
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Remember and trust – 2024.08.16
Psalms 20:7 (KJV) Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.In what do we really put our trust? “Romans 8:5-8 (KJV) For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things…
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GOD revealed through creation – 2024.08.15
Psalms 19:1-6 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.2 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge.3 There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.4 Their line is gone out through all the…
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GOD’s way is perfect – 2024.08.14
Psalms 18:30 (KJV) As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.Let us trust in the LORD without wavering. We can be 100% sure that His plans and ways are perfect. The Word of God is proven and tried…
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Mystery of godliness – 2024.08.13
1 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.Godliness was a mystery and is now revealed through Jesus Christ. “Colossians 1:26-29 (KJV) Even the mystery…
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Every believer is called for the great commission – 2024.08.12
Acts 8:4 (KJV) Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.This scattering of believers happened because of persecution“Acts 8:1 (KJV) And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout the…
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Come back to Jesus – 2024.08.11
Hosea 14:4 (KJV) I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely: for mine anger is turned away from him.This message is for both the backslider and follower of Jesus.The LORD GOD is gracious and merciful and is calling those who strayed back to Himself.He is calling “Isaiah 1:18-20 (KJV) Come now, and let…
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The LORD is at work – 2024.08.10
2 Thessalonians 3:3 (KJV) But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.The Word of God and faith assures us that it is the LORD GOD Himself who is working in our sanctification. He is the one who protects us from evil. “1 Corinthians 10:13 (KJV) There hath no temptation…
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Waiting for GOD to answer – 2024.08.09
Psalms 13:1-6 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me?2 How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me?3 Consider…
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The Word of God – 2024.08.08
Psalms 12:6-7 (KJV)6 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.7 Thou shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever.The Word of God (the bible, the written down words that GOD spoke) is described here as pure, tested,…
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Destruction of truth precedes wrath – 2024.08.07
Psalms 11:3 (KJV) If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?This is an important question. Before answering it let look at what it means in regards to the destruction of the foundation.The Defenders Bible Commentary states “The wicked, with worldly wisdom, attack that which is foundational in the life of the righteous. For…
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Finding comfort – 2024.08.06
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (KJV)13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.15 For this…
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Established in the faith of Jesus Christ – 2024.08.05
1 Thessalonians 3:2 (KJV) And sent Timotheus, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellowlabourer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith:We all need someone to establish and encourager us in or faith. We are not meant to be alone. The LORD has placed us in…
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Pursue knowing the LORD – 2024.08.04
Hosea 6:3 (KJV) Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the LORD: his going forth is prepared as the morning; and he shall come unto us as the rain, as the latter and former rain unto the earth.Knowing and loving the LORD is what is most important and necessary. Everything else is…
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Waiting for the rapture – 2024.08.03
1 Thessalonians 1:9-10 (KJV)9 For they themselves shew of us what manner of entering in we had unto you, and how ye turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God;10 And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the…
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Prayer for healing – 2024.08.02
Psalms 6:1-4 (KJV)1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.2 Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed.3 My soul is also sore vexed:…
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Rapture Ready – 2024.08.01
Luke 21:34-36 (KJV)34 And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares.35 For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth.36 Watch ye therefore,…
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Walk and beware – 2024.07.31
Colossians 2:6-8 (KJV)6 As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him:7 Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.8 Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the…
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There is help in GOD – 2024.07.30
Psalms 3:1-8 (KJV)1 A Psalm of David, when he fled from Absalom his son. LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.2 Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.3 But thou, O LORD, art a shield for…
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Keep on praying – 2024.07.29
Luke 18:1-8 (KJV) And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; 2 Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: 3 And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge…
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Keep on keeping on – 2024.07.28
Philippians 3:12-14 (KJV)12 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching…
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Helping the backslider- 2024.07.27
James 5:19-20 (KJV)19 Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.In verse 19 we see that it is possible for Christians…
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GOD’s favour – 2024.07.26
James 4:6 (KJV) But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.We can see that when we have a proud attitude we will find GOD resisting opposing us. Who would want that? It is better to then walk in humility as this will result in receiving…
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Taming the tongue – 2024.07.25
James 3:8 (KJV) But the tongue can no man tame; it is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.In James chapter 3:1-12 we discover a lot about the tongue. It is small but dangerous and needs to be tamed. Here is the dilemma how can? We can’t but only GOD can.“Matthew 19:26 (KJV) But Jesus…
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Judgement versus mercy – 2024.07.24
James 2:13 (KJV) For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment.In other words, we will not receive mercy but be judged by GOD if we do no show mercy to others but if we show mercy to others we will be shown mercy.This reminds me of…
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Being perfected – 2024.07.23
James 1:2-4 (KJV)2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.I have discovered that the LORD allows trials and temptation in the transformation work He…
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Why is there miseries for the rich – 2024.07.22
James 5:1-6 (KJV)1 Go to now, ye rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you.2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are motheaten.3 Your gold and silver is cankered; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as it were fire.…
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GOD never changes – 2024.07.21
James 1:17 (KJV) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.People can change but we need to know that GOD never changes, in Hebrews 13:8 (KJV) it says “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day,…
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Receiving GOD’s love – 2024.07.20
Song of Solomon 8:7 (KJV) Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it: if a man would give all the substance of his house for love, it would utterly be contemned.Love is un-quenchable and it is priceless. How then can we receive and give love? For love to be received it first…
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Faith and suffering – 2024.07.19
Philippians 1:27-29 (KJV)27 Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;28 And in nothing terrified by…
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Sincere love of Jesus Christ – 2024.07.18
Ephesians 6:23-24 (KJV)23 Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.24 Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen. To the Ephesians written from Rome, by Tychicus.It is such an amazing think that GOD the Father and the LORD…
