THE TRAP OF PLEASING OTHERS “Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety” (Proverbs 29:25 NLT). As Christians, we tend to make mistakes because we seek acceptance or approval from people we consider important to us such as our partner, family, friends, or co-workers. However, trying to have everyone “like” you can be a…
OPEN PORTALS “The officer assisting the king said to the man of God, “That couldn’t happen even if the Lord opened the windows of heaven!” But Elisha replied, “You will see it happen with your own eyes, but you won’t be able to eat any of it!” (2 Kings 7:2 NLT). When we find ourselves before…
HUMILITY “The Lord supports the humble, but he brings the wicked down into the dust” (Psalm 147:6 NLT). Humility is not to think less of yourself, instead it is to think less about yourself. It is in our sinful nature to satisfy our ego and seek out what benefits us instead of what is best for others…
I LIVE FOR SOMETHING GREATER “For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better” (Philippians 1:21 NLT). The only thing that motivates a human being to get up every morning is knowing that they are living for something greater than themselves. Having a vision that is greater than our self keeps…
YOUR FAITH “And Jesus said to the man, “Stand up and go. Your faith has healed you” (Luke 17:19 NLT). We shouldn’t depend on another person’s faith. Every single one of us will advance according to our level of trust in God and His Word. In fact, the Bible says, “For we live by believing and…
WHAT’S HIDDEN WILL BE REVEALED “For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known” (Luke 12:2 NLT). This verse encourages me and exhorts me to live with integrity every day, while being aware of what I say and do every day. Many think they can continue to…
THE POWER OF CONVICTION AND DETERMINATION “But Jesus told him, “Anyone who puts a hand to the plow and then looks back is not fit for the Kingdom of God” (Luke 9:62 NLT). The power of determination and conviction is what keeps us looking forward and not looking back. The Bible says very clearly, “Anyone who…
THOSE WHO REMAIN FIRM “It is like a person building a house who digs deep and lays the foundation on solid rock. When the floodwaters rise and break against that house, it stands firm because it is well built” (Luke 6:48 NLT). Difficulties are inevitable and sooner or later they will come. There are people…
OPEN, OVERCOME, AND LISTEN “Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends” (Revelation 3:20 NLT). The Lord will not return to earth until everybody has had the opportunity to know Him. The decision…
DISCOVER THE HIDDEN TREASURE “The Kingdom of Heaven is like a treasure that a man discovered hidden in a field. In his excitement, he hid it again and sold everything he owned to get enough money to buy the field” (Matthew 13:44 NLT). What would you do if you found a treasure hidden in a…