Psalm 145:14 NIV The Lord upholds all who fall, and lifts up all who are bowed down. The story of Mary Magdalene is a powerful example of God’s restoring grace. The Gospels tell us that she was delivered from seven demons by Jesus Christ (Luke 8:2). Her life before meeting Jesus reflects a person trapped […]
Psalm 150:2 “Praise Him for His mighty acts; praise Him according to His excellent greatness!” Many of the psalms were written by David during some of the most difficult seasons of his life. While fleeing from Saul, who sought to take his life, David often cried out to God in deep distress. Yet something remarkable […]
Philippians 4:4 NIV Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: rejoice! Paul’s instruction to the believers in Philippi may sound simple, yet it carries a deep spiritual truth. As human beings, we often underestimate the importance of joy. Many times, we find ourselves grumpy, anxious, or discouraged because of life’s pressures and […]
Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. In ancient times, when wars were frequent and cities were under constant threat, strong towers played a vital role. They were built high and firm. When danger approached, people would run into these towers, trusting their […]
Psalm 37:7 Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him; do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass. We live in times when evil often appears to prosper. Dishonesty, deception, and wicked schemes sometimes lead to wealth and long life, seemingly […]
Romans 5:5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Hope is powerful. Many who have survived being stranded at sea or isolated on deserted islands testify that hope was the very thing that kept them alive; […]
Psalm 57:9-10 I will praise You, O Lord, among the peoples; I will sing to You among the nations. For Your mercy reaches unto the heavens, and Your truth unto the clouds. When we read these verses, we can picture David joyfully singing and dancing before God. But what makes this psalm even more powerful […]
Psalm 37:40 The Lord shall help them and deliver them; He shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in Him. This past decade has been marked by global uncertainty and crisis. From the COVID-19 pandemic, which brought lockdowns and fear, to ongoing wars that have caused great loss and economic […]
1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. David was more than just a shepherd boy. He faithfully tended sheep, but he also developed skills that God used for His glory: These examples remind us of three key principles […]
Proverbs 4:7-8 Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding. Exalt her, and she will promote you; she will bring you honor, when you embrace her. We live in a time when information is always within reach. Gone are the days when people waited for the newspaper or […]
