Influence Dear friend, don’t let this bad example influence you. Follow only what is good. Remember that those who do good prove that they are God’s children, and those who do evil prove that they do not know God. 3 John 11 (NLT) We all influence and are influenced, whether consciously or unconsciously. The Word…
I Will Not Be a Murderer Anyone who hates another brother or sister is really a murderer at heart. And you know that murderers don’t have eternal life within them. 1 John 3:15 (NLT) The words of the apostle John are strong and clear. Hatred is not a neutral emotion—it is a spiritual poison. Jesus…
When There Are Complaints I pour out my complaints before Him and tell Him all my troubles. Psalm 142:2 (NLT) We all go through moments when the soul feels burdened, confused, and exhausted. In those times, complaints come easily. Sometimes we think we must hide our emotions from God, but the psalmist teaches us the…
Completing the Ministry But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you. 2 Timothy 4:5 (NLT) Along the way, we all face challenges that push us to abandon what…
I Declare Blessing for My Day May our sons flourish in their youth like well-nurtured plants. May our daughters be like graceful pillars, carved to beautify a palace. Psalm 144:12 (NLT) As children of God, we have the privilege of declaring blessing over our lives, our families, and our surroundings. The Word of God not…
Strong and Faithful And He has exalted the horn for His people, the praise of all His saints—of the children of Israel, a people near to Him. Praise the Lord! Psalm 148:14 (NKJV) Faithfulness is not always easy, especially when circumstances become difficult. Remaining in the place where God has put us requires character, commitment, and…
Only love them when they don’t pay attention to you We are of God. He who knows God hears us; he who is not of God does not hear us. 1 John 4:6 (NKJV) Following Christ often means walking in the opposite direction of the world. When we choose to live in obedience to God,…
Good Deeds Also Come to Light In the same way, the good deeds of some people are obvious. And the good deeds done in secret will someday come to light. 1 Timothy 5:25 (NLT) We live in a society that applauds what is visible—what is posted, what is noticed. However, God has a different perspective….
Some Will Turn Away Now the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last times some will turn away from the true faith; they will follow deceptive spirits and teachings that come from demons. 1 Timothy 4:1 (NLT) From the earliest days, the Holy Spirit warned of a painful reality: not everyone will reach…
What Is in the Place Where God Lives? For the Lord has chosen Jerusalem; he has desired it for his home. Psalm 132:13 (NLT) From the beginning, God has desired to dwell among His people. His presence is not a distant idea—it is a transforming reality. In this psalm, we see how God chooses a…