"The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." (Psalm 121:8). Trina received a free ticket to a sold-out event and tucked it into her Bible. Later, her son saw her frantically searching through the pantry. When she explained that she'd lost her Bible, he asked why she was looking in … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 23rd
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Stir It Up
"...and those who are in the flesh cannot please God. But you are not in the flesh, you are in the Spirit, if the Spirit of God really dwells in you. Any one who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. But if Christ is in you, although your bodies … Continue reading Stir It Up
Lent Day 33 – Mar. 22nd
The Provocation We wait for "the right time" to get serious about our faith. The thief on the cross waited until the last minute, but you aren't guaranteed a last minute. Scripture "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near." (Isaiah 55:6) Point to Ponder Procrastination is the … Continue reading Lent Day 33 – Mar. 22nd
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 22nd
"The potter formed it into another pot, shaping it as seemed best to him." (Jeremiah 18:4) Not much is known about Adelaide Pollard, and that's sort of the point. She was a humble servant of God who wanted no recognition for herself. At the age of 40, she felt a strong calling to be a … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 22nd
Lent Day 32 – Mar. 21st
The Provocation We want "tolerance" from the world, but the world only tolerates those who agree with it. Jesus didn't come to be tolerated; He came to transform. Scripture "If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first." (John 15:18). Point to Ponder Being "liked" by a culture that rejects the … Continue reading Lent Day 32 – Mar. 21st
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 21st
"Encourage one another and build each other up." (1 Thessalonians 5:11). In April 2019, a fire broke out in Notre-Dame de Paris-the city's famed medieval cathedral-destroying the spire and a "forest" of oak beams supporting the lead roof. Almost immediately, plans formed to restore the cathedral. Donations poured in from across the globe, and craftsmen … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 21st