Psalm 37:23 NKJV “The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in his way.” Whenever we visit a new place, we rely on Google Maps or we stop and ask someone for directions. The guidance we receive usually helps us reach our destination faster with less hassle. Our spiritual […]
Jonah 2:9 But I will sacrifice to You with the voice of thanksgiving; I will pay what I have vowed. Salvation is of the Lord. Have you brought a sacrifice of thanks to God? It is probably the hardest thing to do. The world has tuned us to be thankful for the good that happens. And, with human logic, that […]
Colossians 4:2 NKJV “Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving.” The Amplified Bible details today’s verse as: “Be persistent and devoted to prayer, being alert and focused in your prayer life with an attitude of thanksgiving.” Let’s unpack the essential characteristics of prayer that this verse outlines. Persistence: Keep praying until you […]
Colossians 3:16“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” Let us understand Colossians 3:16 part by part so we can implement it in our lives and have a closer relationship […]
Philippians 4:6 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” We all have emotions. Some lift us up while others bring us down and sometimes it is these emotions that take complete control of our senses. How we react in a situation is […]
Matthew 6:6 When you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. In the midst of packed calendars, Jesus invites us to a private meeting with God; to unleash the […]
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Mathew 5:3 (NIV) In these fast-paced, self-sufficient times, it can be easy to fall into the trap of self-reliance. We often find ourselves turning to our own strength, wisdom, and resources to navigate the challenges of life. Yet, in God’s Word, we […]
Jude 1:20: “You, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit.” A sportsperson, or, for example, an athlete, will work on strengthening and building their body to respond to their sport’s unique demands. This can be achieved by following certain disciplines and adhering to training. In a similar way, […]
Matthew 18:19 “Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven“ As far as praying in solitary places is important in our relationship with God to strengthen ourselves, it is equally important to pray in […]
Psalm 84:2 My soul longs, yes, even faints for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. As we read in Psalm 84:2, the psalmist expresses a deep longing for the presence of God. He describes his soul as fainting for the courts of the Lord. Also, […]
