MARK 10:29-31: “Jesus said, “I can guarantee this truth: Anyone who gave up his home, brothers, sisters, mother, father, children, or fields because of me and the Good News will certainly receive a hundred times as much here in this … Continue reading →

PSALM 37:39-40: “The victory for righteous people comes from the LORD. He is their fortress in times of trouble. The LORD helps them and rescues them. He rescues them from wicked people. He saves them because they have taken refuge … Continue reading →

EXODUS 20:8-11: “Remember the day of worship by observing it as a holy day. You have six days to do all your work. The seventh day is the day of worship dedicated to the LORD your God. You, your sons, … Continue reading →

MARK 6:4-6: “But Jesus told them, “The only place a prophet isn’t honored is in his hometown, among his relatives, and in his own house.” He couldn’t work any miracles there except to lay his hands on a few sick … Continue reading →

EXODUS 14:13-16: “Moses answered the people, “Don’t be afraid! Stand still, and see what the LORD will do to save you today. You will never see these Egyptians again. The LORD is fighting for you! So be still!” Then the … Continue reading →

MARK 2:16-17: “When the experts in Moses’ Teachings who were Pharisees saw him eating with sinners and tax collectors, they asked his disciples, “Why does he eat with tax collectors and sinners?” When Jesus heard that, he said to them, … Continue reading →

PSALM 30:5: “His anger lasts only a moment. His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may last for the night, but there is a song of joy in the morning.” (GW)‭‭ OBSERVATION: Will this trial ever end? Does God still love … Continue reading →

MATTHEW 28:18-20: “When Jesus came near, he spoke to them. He said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. So wherever you go, make disciples of all nations: Baptize them in the name of the … Continue reading →

PSALM 25:10: “Every path of the LORD is ⌊one of⌋ mercy and truth for those who cling to his promise and written instructions.” (GW)‭ OBSERVATION: Have you ever given up? I know I have. The pathway of my life is … Continue reading →

PSALM 23:6: “Certainly, goodness and mercy will stay close to me all the days of my life, and I will remain in the LORD’s house for days without end.” (GW)‭‭ OBSERVATION: Can a believer predict their future? This is not … Continue reading →

PSALM 22:25: “My praise comes from you while I am among those assembled for worship. I will fulfill my vows in the presence of those who fear the LORD.” (GW) OBSERVATION: Do I have to go to church to worship? … Continue reading →

MATTHEW 20:25-28: “Jesus called the apostles and said, “You know that the rulers of nations have absolute power over people and their officials have absolute authority over people. But that’s not the way it’s going to be among you. Whoever … Continue reading →

PSALM 19:12-14: “Who can notice every mistake? Forgive my hidden faults. Keep me from sinning. Do not let anyone gain control over me. Then I will be blameless, and I will be free from any great offense. May the words … Continue reading →

MATTHEW 17:20: “He told them, “Because you have so little faith. I can guarantee this truth: If your faith is the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will … Continue reading →

PSALM 17:7-8: “Reveal your miraculous deeds of mercy, O Savior of those who find refuge by your side from those who attack them. Guard me as if I were the pupil in your eye. Hide me in the shadow of … Continue reading →

PSALM 16:5-8: “The LORD is my inheritance and my cup. You are the one who determines my destiny. Your boundary lines mark out pleasant places for me. Indeed, my inheritance is something beautiful. I will praise the LORD, who advises … Continue reading →

GENESIS 28:18-22: “Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had put under his head. He set it up as a marker and poured olive oil on top of it. He named that place Bethel [House of God]. Previously, … Continue reading →

GENESIS 27:46: “Rebekah said to Isaac, “I can’t stand Hittite women! If Jacob marries a Hittite woman like one of those from around here, I might as well die.” (GW) OBSERVATION: Does God need our help in fulfilling His will? … Continue reading →

MATTHEW 11:27: “My Father has turned everything over to me. Only the Father knows the Son. And no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son is willing to reveal him.” (GW) OBSERVATION: Who does … Continue reading →

PSALM 10:17-18: “You have heard the desire of oppressed people, O LORD. You encourage them. You pay close attention to them in order to provide justice for orphans and oppressed people so that no mere mortal will terrify them again.” … Continue reading →