With Determination and God’s Help You’ll Win

‘It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.’ Psalm 18:32 NKJV In her autobiography, the famous singer Dolly Parton said: ‘My high school was small, so during graduation each of us got a chance to stand up and announce our plans for the future. “I’m...

True Humility

‘God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’ 1 Peter 5:5 NAS There are two kinds of humility mentioned in Scripture: (1) False humility. Paul writes, ‘Do not let anyone who delights in false humility… disqualify you.’ (Colossians 2:18 NIV) Whether...

Have You Been Treated Badly?

‘That’s the way their ancestors treated the prophets.’ Luke 6:23 GWT When you’ve been treated badly, always ask yourself, ‘What can I learn from this experience? How do I respond in a more Christ-like manner? Am I willing to acknowledge my mistakes? How can I grow...

Pray For ‘Wisdom From Above’

‘The wisdom from above is first pure; then peaceable.’ James 3:17 ESV Some people seem to enjoy conflict. They are always picking on others, arguing, disagreeing or trying to get something started. They fight just for the sport of it, not because they passionately...

‘Your Father’s got you!’

‘No one will snatch them out of My hand.’ John 10:28 NIV On a hot Florida afternoon, a little boy swimming in the lake behind his house didn’t see the alligator that was following him. His father, who was gardening, saw it and yelled to his son to turn back. Too late!...