Proverbs 3:5-6 Many people struggle with being control freaks, feeling an overwhelming need to manage every detail of their lives. This relentless pursuit of control often stems from fear, anxiety, and a lack of trust in anything beyond themselves. However, Proverbs 3:5-6 offers a profound truth for those who follow Jesus. "Trust in the Lord… Continue reading July 19th – Proverbs 3:5-6
Tag: Desires
April20th – James 5:7
James 5:7 Waiting for spring takes great patience, as we wait for the warmth of the sun and the beautiful colors of blooming flowers and trees. Yet just as the changing seasons do so gradually, so too does God's plan for our lives take shape in His perfect timing. In James 5:7, we are reminded… Continue reading April20th – James 5:7
August 15th – Colossians 3:2
Colossians 3:2 “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” With all the distractions of daily living, it’s easy to set our minds on earthly concerns and priorities. That’s why Paul encourages us to be intentional in our thinking. To instead purposely set our minds on heavenly matters. But what are these things… Continue reading August 15th – Colossians 3:2
July 23rd – Proverbs 16:1
Proverbs 16:1 “The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD.” We’ve all heard the expression, “Man plans and God laughs.” But although a funny way to describe the unpredictability of life, it’s hardly the truth. Because nowhere in the Bible does God tells us not… Continue reading July 23rd – Proverbs 16:1
July 8th – Proverbs 15:6
Proverbs 15:6 "In the house of the righteous is much treasure, but trouble befalls the income of the wicked." As a teenager I remember watching the television program, “Lifestyles of the Rich and a famous.” Oh how I longed for such a life filled with glitz and glamour. Greed is a powerful desire. And if… Continue reading July 8th – Proverbs 15:6
July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
Proverbs 17:24 “Wisdom is before him who has understanding, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth." One of the Hebrew words used to describe foolishness is “nabal.” It means someone who has lost spiritual perception, the one always searching for something. In our fast-paced and consumer-driven society, everywhere we… Continue reading July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
March 1st – Philippians 4:1
Philippians 4:19 An old Indian proverb says, "a harvest of peace grows from seeds of contentment.” A wonderful but difficult sentiment. Especially in a world that constantly bombards us with images of how we should look and what we should have in order to be happy and successful. Discontentment is one of Satan's most powerful… Continue reading March 1st – Philippians 4:1
January 14th – Psalm 20:4
Psalm 20:4 David was a king who loved his people. And out of that love he prayed that God would grant them the desires of their hearts and fulfill the plans He had for them. We too need to be praying for one another. For we each have hopes, dreams, and goals. And out of… Continue reading January 14th – Psalm 20:4
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