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July 24, 2019

Go and Tell

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 24, 2019 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). And he brought him to Jesus. John 1:41-42 Those who experience the abiding joy of Jesus cannot sit still with their [...]

July 22, 2019

Peace and Comfort Amid Pain and Uncertainty

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 22, 2019 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 I have a medical issue. A few days ago what was a “routine procedure” became a nightmare of pain [...]

July 21, 2019

Pride’s Deception

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 21, 2019 He [Nebuchadnezzar] said, “Is not this great Babylon I have built as the royal residence, by my mighty power and for the glory of my majesty?”…And those who walk in pride He is able to humble. Daniel 4:30, 37b Pride is deceived; it walks [...]

July 19, 2019

A Little Faith With Large Results

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 19, 2019 Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It grew and became a tree, and the birds perched in its branches.” [...]

July 17, 2019

Prayer For Clarity

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 17, 2019 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people. Ephesians 1:18 The fervency of my prayers for others [...]

July 15, 2019

Sailing Life Lessons

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 15, 2019 They got into their boats and went … in search of Jesus. John 6:24 My friend Bill is a certified sailing captain…and happens to be in a bookclub with me and three mutual friends. Bill invited our group of avid readers and learners to [...]

July 14, 2019

Friendship With Jesus

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 14, 2019 You are my friends if you do what I command. John 15:14 Jesus is a friend to His followers. He is Lord, but He is a friend. He is Savior, but He is a friend. He is the Son of God, but He is [...]

July 12, 2019

Fruitful Faith

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 12, 2019 Then he [Jesus] told this parable: “A man had a fig tree growing in his vineyard, and he went to look for fruit on it but did not find any.” Luke 13:6 The expectation of the Lord is for His children to bear fruit. [...]

July 10, 2019

In Jesus Name

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 10, 2019 Very truly I [Jesus] tell you, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. John 16:23 At times, I find myself praying incomplete and ineffective prayers. Instead of praying in the spirit of Jesus’ name—I drift into praying in my name, [...]

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