Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he.

Proverbs 16:20

No one will ever find true happiness by disobeying a clear command of God, for happiness is found in trusting God-and those who disobey show that they do not trust Him to make them happy.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Bearing One Another's Burdens

Gal. 6:1-3

We in the body of Christ all have a responsibility to one another. No Christian has ever been called to go it alone in his or her walk of faith. Paul taught that if a believer is caught in sin, the strong members of the church are to help shoulder the responsibility of that person's sin. They are to work with the sinner to help him get back on track.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Psalm 112:7

I will not fear bad news, nor live in dread of what may happen, for I am settled in my heart that God will take care of me. That is why I am not afraid, but can calmly face my foes. Psalm 112:7

Give each day to the Lord. Keep your eyes on Him.

Speaking the right words

God's Word says that by my words I am justified and by my words I am condemned. Matthew 12:37. I put a guard over my mouth. I choose to speak words of life, health, and healing. I choose to speak only words that are gracious and kind.

Lord, help me not speak evil of any person. God forgive me of the times when I fall short in this area. Help me not to speak words of death, destruction, and discouragement. I will be mindful to speak words that encourage, uplift, and inspire others. I refuse to criticize, condemn, or complain.

I put God's Word in my mouth and I speak His promises over my life and the lives of others throughout the day. This is how I want to be Lord.

Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. Ephesians 4:29

Monday, February 2, 2009

Psalm 94:19

Psalm 94:19

Lord when doubt fills my mind, when my heart is in turmoil, quiet me and give me renewed hope and strength.

Lord, I am reminded that I live within the Shadow of the Almighty, sheltered by the God who is above all gods. And with that I am comforted.