Philippians 1:4 Praying for others connects us deeply with their needs and aligns our hearts with God's love and compassion. It transforms our focus from ourselves to the well-being of others, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose in the body of Christ. The act of intercession brings us joy because it allows us… Continue reading June 13th – Philippians 1:4
Tag: Relationships
June 5th – Matthew 5:44
Matthew 5:44 Of all the commands Jesus gives, the most radical must be to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. Not easily done with our fleshly nature. But with Jesus we can put aside our old selves and respond instead with the Fruit of the Spirit. By showing love to our… Continue reading June 5th – Matthew 5:44
October 28th – Psalm 11:1
Psalm 11:1 Relationships take work. Whether it’s our relationship with God or others, they need a foundation of trust, honesty, love, and repentance to stand strong. Satan is in the business of tearing down, not building up. And he loves nothing more than to form cracks in those foundations through harsh words, misunderstandings, and unforgiving… Continue reading October 28th – Psalm 11:1
August 24th – Colossians 3:3
Colossians 3:3 “For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” I am always blown away by God’s amazing grace. Even though I fail Him daily, He still loves me, wants me, and calls me His own. And when the world tells me otherwise, God tells me I am His valued… Continue reading August 24th – Colossians 3:3
July 25th – Proverbs 11:22
Proverbs 11:22 “As a ring of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a beautiful women who lacks discretion.” If there ever was a man who knew about women, it was Solomon. 1 Kings 11:3 tells us, “He had seven hundred wives, princesses, and three hundred concubines”. Talk about a harem! And from his experiences… Continue reading July 25th – Proverbs 11:22
July 17th- Proverbs 18:21
Proverbs 18:21 “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” We’ve all heard the old familiar saying, sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me. And we all know that isn’t true. Words hurt. And can wound deeper and… Continue reading July 17th- Proverbs 18:21
June 21st – Luke 23:34
Luke 23:34 “Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’ And they divided up his clothes by casting lots.” When we are wronged, betrayed, and hurt, we want swift and immediate justice. Yet in the words of Abraham Lincoln, “I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than… Continue reading June 21st – Luke 23:34
April 2nd – 2 Corinthians 4:16
2 Corinthians 4:16 Being personally chosen by Jesus to live and work with Him in His ministry was truly an honor. But it also came with it’s own dangers. Paul experienced beatings, imprisonment, scorn, and hate. Yet despite it all, Paul never gave in to despair. And he encourages us all to do the same.… Continue reading April 2nd – 2 Corinthians 4:16
December 3rd – Psalm 11:1
Psalm 11:1 Relationships take work. Whether it’s our relationship with God or others, they need a foundation of trust, honesty, love, and repentance to stand strong. Satan is in the business of tearing down, not building up. And he loves nothing more than to form cracks in those foundations through harsh words, misunderstandings, and unforgiving… Continue reading December 3rd – Psalm 11:1
March 3rd – Jeremiah 29:12-13
Jeremiah 29:12-13 When the Israelites were sent into exile from Jerusalem into Babylon, the prophet Jeremiah wrote a letter to them. In it he encouraged the people to be confident in the plans the Lord had for them. He wanted them to accept their circumstances, knowing they were temporary. God was still with them and… Continue reading March 3rd – Jeremiah 29:12-13
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