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August 27, 2019

You Have Been Given a Gift

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – August 27, 2019 Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 When I was [...]

August 20, 2019

Two Types of Suffering

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – August 20, 2019 For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. 1 Peter 3:17 Have you ever noticed that in general, people can easily point out the faults of others, but have trouble recognizing their own? We [...]

August 13, 2019

The Blessings of Confession

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – August 13, 2019 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 When I was in my late twenties, I lived in Houston, Texas where I was an elementary school teacher. [...]

August 6, 2019

Soul Trust When Suffering

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – August 6, 2019 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 1 Peter 4:12 Over the years, I’ve received numerous emails from readers who have shared that they were [...]

July 30, 2019

Assume The Best

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 30, 2019 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Romans 12:10 In today’s world, it seems that people everywhere jump to conclusions about other’s motivations. “He said that because he wants to hurt that man.” “She did that because she was [...]

July 23, 2019

Rest For The Weary

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 23, 2019 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke [...]

July 16, 2019

Peacemakers Forgive First

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 16, 2019 If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men. Romans 12:18 Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to be a peacemaker. In a world filled with offended people, choosing to make peace is a [...]

July 9, 2019

Gentleness Calms Hearts

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 9, 2019 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And [...]

July 2, 2019

Hope in a Hard Situation

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – July 2, 2019 But he himself went a day’s journey into the wilderness and came and sat down under a broom tree. And he asked that he might die, saying, ‘It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life. . . ” 1 Kings 19:4 Years [...]

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