Philippians 2:5-8 (NKJV) Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of...
Deuteronomy 3:22 (NKJV) You must not fear them, for the Lord your God Himself fights for you.’ In the past year more and more people tell me how fed up, mad, discouraged and ashamed they are of what is happening in America. Many of them just want to “check out” and...
John 3:19 (NKJV) And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. The world is dark. Darker in some places, getting darker in even more. What is darkness? Evil, wickedness,...
John 1:5 (NKJV) And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. Life can be dark often, and in many ways. Personal circumstances can range from difficult to tragic. The economy can be a big concern. Relationships can be in turmoil....
Hebrews 13:5 (NKJV) Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Be content. What’s that you say… you don’t need a newer, nicer car? You don’t need a bigger house?...
Proverbs 13:21 (NKJV) Evil pursues sinners, But to the righteous, good shall be repaid. NOTE: Every time I write something about a common cultural issue, someone thinks I’m writing this about THEM. This came up in Bible study last week. I NEVER write things pointed...
Colossians 1:6 (NKJV) which has come to you, as it has also in all the world, and is bringing forth fruit, as it is also among you since the day you heard and knew the grace of God in truth; Christianity takes a beating physically and verbally every day. Open season....
John 14:23 (NKJV) Jesus answered and said to him, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. The Christian life as presented today is mostly “what God can do for YOU!” complete with...
1 Peter 3:10-11 (NKJV) For “He who would love life, And see good days, Let him refrain his tongue from evil, And his lips from speaking deceit. 11 Let him turn away from evil and do good; Let him seek peace and pursue it. Life coaches, personal growth gurus, success...
Psalm 51:12 (NKJV) Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, And uphold me by Your generous Spirit. Life can rob you of your joy. I’m not talking about momentary circumstantial happiness. I mean your JOY, and any good feeling about being alive. Divorce, job loss,...
