Scripture - It is better to have little and be godly than to own an evil man’s wealth; Psalm 37:16 Thoughts about what this Scripture means - It is better to be poor and godly than rick and evil. Application to my life - I took that word little and made it poor, which isn't... Continue Reading →
Given back
Scripture - For if you give, you will get! Your gift will return to you in full and overflowing measure, pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, and running over. Whatever measure you use to give—large or small—will be used to measure what is given back to you. Luke 6:38 Thoughts about what... Continue Reading →
How Much it Cost
In praise and worship Sunday night we were singing Tim Hughes' "Here I am to Worship". We sing the song often, but last night was different. The worship team got to the lyrics It was like the song stopped and those were the only words I could hear. They resonated within my soul and took... Continue Reading →
Give
God has called us all to give. So many people think that they have nothing to offer. Yet, we all have just what we need to give. God not only tells us what to give, who to give to, but also how to give. He set the perfect example for us and gave us clear instructions in... Continue Reading →
Give
Scripture - God is able to make it up to you by giving you everything you need and more so that there will not only be enough for your own needs but plenty left over to give joyfully to others. 2 Corinthians 9:8 Thoughts about what Scripture means - God promises that when we give,... Continue Reading →
Reverence
Scripture - If you belong to the Lord, reverence him; for everyone who does this has everything he needs. Psalm 34:9 Thoughts about what this scripture means - God promises to meet the needs of those who belong to Him and reverence Him. Application to my life - Reverence is honor and respect that is... Continue Reading →
Forsake
Scripture I have been young and now I am old. And in all my years I have never seen the Lord forsake a man who loves him; nor have I seen the children of the godly go hungry. Instead, the godly are able to be generous with their gifts and loans to others, and their children... Continue Reading →
All you need
I saw a sign recently that said "All you need is love." I thought about the number of trainings as a professional that I go to that contradict this comment. Problems in society like poverty, the brokenness found in abuse and neglect, addictions, perversion, etc. Love doesn't make these things go away. Today I realize... Continue Reading →
It will be granted
The text reflects on John 15:7, interpreting that if one remains loyal to Christ and follows His directives, they can expect their prayers to be fulfilled. The writer seeks divine blessings for family salvation, their children's adherence to God, increased faith, support for their associated nonprofits, and wisdom for the government and church. Their trust in God's promise is expressed through prayer.
All My Needs
The Scripture encourages believers to practice teachings and remember that God will provide all their needs - physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial - according to His riches. The individual applies this by acknowledging God as a provider and recognizing the need to maintain a relationship with Him rather than approaching Him only in desperation. They express gratitude to God for his provisions and ask for his continued support for them and those closely related to them.
