8/5/2024"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."— Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV)In our daily lives, it's easy to become focused on pleasing those around us—our bosses, colleagues, or family members. We strive for recognition, prom...  Read More

8/4/2024"Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."- Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)Faith is the bedrock of our relationship with God. Hebrews defines faith as both confidence and assurance. It is a firm trust in the promises of God and a certainty in the things we cannot physically see or touch. This verse reminds us of the power of faith in our lives. Remember, faith...  Read More

8/3/2024Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.– Psalm 20:7 (NIV)*In our world today, it is easy to put our trust in material things, our resources, or in our own abilities. We may trust in our bank accounts, our jobs, our relationships, or even our own strength and intelligence. It’s easy to seek security in the tangible But this verse reminds us t...  Read More

8/2/2024"But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him."— Jeremiah 17:7 (NIV)In our daily lives, we often face challenges that test our faith and confidence. The world offers countless sources of false security—wealth, status, human relationships—but these are fleeting and unreliable. It can be easy to lose hope and trust in the goodness of God. We may face challenges a...  Read More

8/1/2024"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever."— 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 (NIV)In these verses, the apostle Paul compares the Christian life to a race. Just as a...  Read More

7/31/2024"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen."— Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV)Each and every day, there are moments where we find ourselves limited by our own expectations and imaginations. We pray for what we think...  Read More

7/30/2024"Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."- Joshua 1:8 (NIV)In Joshua 1:8, we are given a profound piece of advice on how to live a life of prosperity and success. God is instructing Joshua to constantly keep His word in his thoughts and actions. Just ...  Read More

7/29/2024"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us."- Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)In this powerful verse from Hebrews, we are reminded that our journey of faith is akin to a race. This is not a sprint, but a marathon requiring steadfastness ...  Read More

7/28/2024"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace."— Acts 20:24 (NIV)Paul's words in Acts 20:24 reflect a life wholly dedicated to the mission God has given him. His focus isn't on personal gain or comfort but on faithfully completing the task set befo...  Read More

7/27/2024"Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses."— 1 Timothy 6:12 (NIV)As believers, we are called to engage in the good fight of faith. This isn't a call to physical battle but a spiritual struggle against doubt, fear, and the temptations of this world. This fight is against th...  Read More

7/26/2024"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong."— 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NIV)In this powerful verse, Paul gives a fourfold exhortation that calls for vigilance, steadfastness, courage, and strength. Each of these commands addresses a crucial aspect of our spiritual journey. These are powerful commands to live by as followers of Christ. He reminds us to be on our guard,...  Read More

7/25/2024In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.— Matthew 5:16 (NIV)In this verse, Jesus encourages us to be a light in this world. Just as a lamp shines in a dark room, we are called to shine brightly in the midst of darkness. Our actions and words should reflect the love and goodness of God, so that others may see ...  Read More