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January 12, 2019

Who Are You Imitating?

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 12, 2019 We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. Hebrews 6:11-12 [...]

January 11, 2019

God’s Favor

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 11, 2019 Blessed is the man who listens to me [wisdom], watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For whoever find me finds life and receives favor from the Lord. Proverbs 8:34–35 God’s favor is the fruit of friends who find wisdom. They seek [...]

January 5, 2019

Life in the Most Unlikely of Places

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 5, 2019 How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. [...]

January 3, 2019

Christmas Time Is (Still) Here

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 3, 2019 After eight days had passed, it was time to circumcise the child; and he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb. Luke 2:21 (NRSV) I’m often struck by the interesting ways in which historic rhythms [...]

January 2, 2019

Intentional Living

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 2, 2019 Steady plodding brings prosperity; hasty speculation brings poverty. Proverbs 21:5, Living Bible Some days I feel like I merely react to what life demands of me. Home responsibilities, work and relational needs all crave my attention without any intentionality on my part. However, I [...]

January 1, 2019

Keys to Peace

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – January 1, 2019 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 The above verse is one of my favorites. I love it because [...]

December 30, 2018

Agreed Expectations

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – December 30, 2018 Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so? Amos 3:3 Sometimes it is difficult to agree upon expectations, and in reality, we deal daily with expectation management. We are expected to do certain things at work, at home, and in friendships. [...]

December 27, 2018

The Light of Christ Brings Joy

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – December 27, 2018 Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart. Psalm 97:11 (ESV) As we shift from our season of Advent waiting and preparation into the joyful celebration of Christmas, we continue to reflect upon the light of Christ that shines into [...]

December 22, 2018

Peace on Earth

Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – December 22, 2018 Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests. Luke 2:14 Peace on earth begins with peace in the human heart. It is the result of an inner transformation that affects external conditions. For example, if [...]

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